MASH Matters

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Seven-Seventh - MASH Matters #077 Feb 15, 2022

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Fo(u)r (O)ur 77th episode, Jeff & Ryan open Radar's mailbag for another round of listener questions. Topics include promotions, the point system, Igor's real first name, residual checks, Tinnitus, history majors, folk music, Kookie's comb, and Igor's dream job. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website.

Eileen Saki! - MASH Matters #076 Feb 01, 2022

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Jeff & Ryan welcome the wonderful Eileen Saki to MASH Matters! Eileen played the tough, sassy owner and proprietor of Rosie's Bar on eight episodes of M*A*S*H. She also made an earlier appearance as a madam wooed by Klinger's wardrobe in season five's Bug Out. We talk to Eileen about her early years, her career path to MASH, Mel Brooks, and much more. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

The Smell of Season Six - MASH Matters #075 Jan 15, 2022

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In this supersized episode, Jeff & Ryan awkwardly recap the sixth season of M*A*S*H... where Jeff relives *that* scene. We also discuss the on-set drama that led to a popular storyline, the actor who almost played BJ, orange grape Nehi, Tom Willis from The Jeffersons, the Triple-Threat known as Ronny Graham, "Counterfeit Igor," Big Daddy O'Reilly, a hostage situation with a laugh track, and the comic genius of Hamilton Camp. Also, why is Margaret yelling? For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

In Memoriam - MASH Matters #074 Dec 15, 2021

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Jeff & Ryan wrap up the year with a look back at the M*A*S*H family members lost in 2021. We also dive into the mailbag to answer listener questions about creamed weenies, the fourth BJ, the best DVD collections, the mystery of BJ's mystery, and a life-changing quote from Col. Potter. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Unprepared - MASH Matters #073 Dec 01, 2021

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Unplugged, Unplanned, and Unprepared! Jeff & Ryan go off-script and talk about anything that comes to mind: injuries, wills, Jerry Lewis, and Jeff's brief stint as a game show host. Don't worry. we also talk about M*A*S*H... along with some thoughts on the passing of beloved guest star, Richard Lee Sung. Buckle up because we don't know where this one's gonna go. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

When Ryan Met Jeff - MASH Matters #072 Nov 15, 2021

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We're going back in time to when Jeff & Ryan first met... on the radio! The year was 1997. Ryan was working on the morning show on New Country Z100 in southern Illinois. One fateful morning, Jeff joined Ryan and his cohorts to promote his soon-to-be-classic cookbook. The rest is MASH Matters history. In this episode, for the first time in 24 years, you will hear the interview that started it all. Plus, stick around at the end for an update on Jeff's book!

Gary Markowitz! - MASH Matters #071 Nov 01, 2021

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Jeff & Ryan welcome Gary Markowitz to MASH Matters. Gary was not only a writer on M*A*S*H, but he was also the stepson of M*A*S*H creator Larry Gelbart! In this candid conversation, Gary shares stories about Larry writing the M*A*S*H pilot, the original ending of the episode "George," the beginning and end of the relationship with his writing partner, getting fired by his stepfather, and his thoughts on a M*A*S*H reboot. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Voicemails! - MASH Matters #070 Oct 15, 2021

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Let's go to the phones! Jeff & Ryan unload a slew of listener voicemails. Topics include the evolving role of women on M*A*S*H, a radio show featuring the enlisted personnel, actors who have passed away, blooper reels, and the ever-changing theme song. Plus, will the Smithsonian do anything with the M*A*S*H set to celebrate the 50th anniversary? Find out on this episode of MASH Matters.

Dan Wilcox Returns! - MASH Matters #069 Oct 01, 2021

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Emmy award-winning writer Dan Wilcox returns to MASH Matters! Dan sits down with Jeff & Ryan to talk about writing M*A*S*H with his partner Thad Mumford. We discuss their writing process, the genius of Gene Reynolds, continuity on M*A*S*H, the tricky balance of comedy & drama, his favorite characters to write for, and Mr. Snuffleupagus! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Shari Saba! - MASH Matters #68 Sep 15, 2021

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Jeff & Ryan welcome Shari Saba to MASH Matters! Shari played the aptly named Nurse Shari on M*A*S*H (seasons 9-11). We discuss her music background, her memories from the chaotic last day of filming, the cast member who made her laugh, and what it's like to act like you're flirting with Alan Alda. Sheri also talks about her unorthodox road to appearing on M*A*S*H and why she stopped acting after the series ended. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

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