MASH Matters

Jeff & Ryan open the mailbag to answer another smattering of listener questions. In this episode, we discuss Hawkeye's martini consumption, Hanky Panky, character pairings, trivia cards, sleeping in the swamp, and how to pronounce that one guest star's name. Plus, Bingo cards!   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and...

For the first (and possibly last) time, Jeff & Ryan go in blind and play unscreened listener voicemails! Callers discuss various topics, including Col. Potter's demotion, Jeff's one-man show, tattoo requests, Packo's pronunciations, pitching jokes, animal rentals, and more. If you'd like to leave a voicemail, call 513-436-4077.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters s...

Jeff & Ryan take on another sizeable stack of listener comments & questions. Topics include March MASHness bracket ideas, fight scenes, odd sleeping habits, scared Radar, MASHed potato parties, "Making M*A*S*H," and old commercials that Jeff doesn't remember filming. Plus, MASH Matters Bingo!   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, rec...

In this episode, Jeff & Ryan count down their Top Ten All-Time Favorite TV Shows (that aren't named M*A*S*H). We discuss classic television, the lost art of theme songs, and shows that didn't make the cut. Plus, Ryan argues with ChatGPT, and Jeff reveals the iconic series that he turned down to stay at the 4077th.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For sho...

Jeff & Ryan welcome Clyde Kusatsu to MASH Matters! Mr. Kusatsu is a veteran character actor who made four guest appearances on M*A*S*H, playing three different roles. We "talk story" about his early years in Hawaii, learning comedy from Looney Tunes, working with Jackie Cooper, overcoming stereotypes in Hollywood, going toe-to-toe with Archie Bunker, and much more!   Support the podcast  on Patreo...

ATTENTION! This is an audio recording of the latest MASH Matters video livestream. We strongly encourage you to  WATCH this episode on YouTube to see Jeff & Ryan answer questions, show off memorabilia, and watch a rocket launch! This livestream aired live on April 1st, 2026. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE LIVESTREAM REPLAY ON YOUTUBE

Let's go to the phones! Jeff & Ryan dive into a smattering of listener voicemails in this episode of MASH Matters. Topics range from favorite shows and rogue vans to Klinger's fever dream and touching eulogies. Plus, a listening party at Tony Packo's? A listening party at Tony Packo's!   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, b...

Jeff & Ryan tie up some loose ends in this controversial episode of MASH Matters. We wrap up discussions on reboots, head injuries, action figures, trivia apps, Igor's one-man stage play, defending BJ, merch ideas, and more. Plus, we introduce a special M*A*S*H fundraiser , and we drop the hammer on fake A.I. generated M*A*S*H stories.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH M...

Jeff & Ryan celebrate the life of the inimitable Loretta Swit, and we welcome two guests who knew her best. Harlan Boll was Loretta's friend and longtime publicist, and Andrea Wallach was one of Loretta's closest companions. In this special episode, we pull back the curtain to recognize and remember the passion, perseverance, loyalty, and love of the phenomenal woman who brought us Major Margaret...

Jeff & Ryan return from their holiday hiatus with the long-awaited M*A*S*H Season Nine Recap! In this super-sized episode, we go over all twenty episodes with a fine-toothed comb. Plus, listener comments are shared, grievances are aired, and fun facts are uncovered along the way.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, a...

Hey MASHaholics! We hope you enjoy this episode of The Love Boat Podcast, featuring special guest Loretta Swit! ########### Before we set sail, we pause to honor the remarkable Loretta Swit. Emmy-winning star of MASH, beloved guest on The Love Boat, and an icon of television's golden age. In what would become her final recorded interview, Loretta joins Fred, Ted, Jill (and Bernie Kopell) for an un...

Once again, Jeff & Ryan find themselves completely unprepared and ill-equipped to record an episode. But, hey, that hasn't ever stopped us before! So, in this installment of MASH Matters, we go in blind (yes, it's a cataract reference) and talk about... uh... well... you'll just have to hear it for yourself.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show note...

Sparky? Please connect Jeff & Ryan with a big batch of voicemails. In this episode, we hook up the ol' answering machine to play messages from YOU! Topics include painless dentistry, BJ's jerky mustache, real-life Klinger schemes, M*A*S*H music, buying the cookbook, Netflix, hating on "Dreams," The Love Boat, and more. Plus, who the heck IS that guy wearing Klinger's curlers?   Support the podcast...

Drums! Bourbon! Potterisms! This episode has EVERYTHING! Jeff & Ryan open up the mailbag to discuss a wide range of subjects, including Jeff's new headphones, Hawkeye's gray hair, Agnes Gomes, Igor's Hawaiian shirt, extreme explanations for well-known M*A*S*H anachronisms, flight simulators, prequels, and more. Plus, the return of Shoppers Casino!   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at...

Jeff & Ryan welcome writer/director/producer/actor Allan Katz back for his second appearance on MASH Matters! This time around, the boys take a deep dive into the world of writing. We discuss Allan's process for writing for established characters, rewriting scripts from other writers, working with difficult performers (*cough* Jackie Gleason), the reason he left M*A*S*H after one season, why Larry...

Jeff & Ryan welcome Greg Izay to MASH Matters! Greg's mother, Connie, was the on-set medical technical advisor on M*A*S*H. We remember Connie through Greg's stories about her beginnings in the industry, how she helped actors look like real surgeons, her long career behind the scenes, and her brief moments ON screen. Plus - the M*A*S*H/Smokey & the Bandit crossover you've been waiting for!   Suppor...

ATTENTION! This is an audio recording of the latest MASH Matters video livestream. We strongly encourage you to WATCH this episode on YouTube to see Jeff & Ryan's ugly mugs (faces), pretty mugs (cups), old TV clips, and a surprise appearance by Walter Eugene Patrick! This livestream aired live on August 31, 2025. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE LIVESTREAM REPLAY ON YOUTUBE

Listener questions? We got 'em. Voicemails? We have those, too! In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan knock a few more questions off the top of the overflowing mailbag. Topics range from MASH vodka dispensers and Cincinnati stalkers to the color of Hawkeye's robe and the size of Klinger's nose. We also, at long last, announce the winner of the MASH fan name poll. All this, plus...  Igor is...

Another M*A*S*H Table Read? YES! Jeff & Ryan are proud to bring you a MASH Matters EXCLUSIVE: Unedited, never-before-heard audio of another M*A*S*H table read!   The table read recording of the episode "War Co-Respondent" was recorded by David Odgen Stiers for Michael Hirsh (creator of MAKING MASH and MEMORIES OF MASH).    Written & directed by Mike Farrell, this 1980 episode was the 23rd episode...

We're thrilled to welcome Barbara Christopher to MASH Matters! In this episode, we discuss her husband's career from college stage productions to Father Mulcahy Along the way, we hear stories about how they met, her guest appearance on M*A*S*H, her thoughts on Henry Blake's demise, AfterM*A*S*H, and the story behind the book she and Bill wrote about their autistic son, Ned. Plus, at long last, we...

Can you feel the love? Jeff & Ryan dig deep into the mailbag to share some old love letters from M*A*S*H fans. Instead of listener questions and (questionable) answers, we serve up a heaping helping of unabashed adoration for our favorite TV series of all time.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more  visit our...

It's an episode we never wanted to do, but we knew we needed to do it.   This one is for our dear, sweet friend, Loretta Swit.   Memorial donations may be made to Actors & Others For Animals or the SwitHeart Animal Alliance    

Jeff and Ryan open another big ol' mailbag of listener questions in this episode of MASH Matters. We discuss phantom mess tent movies, square footage, showering at the 4077th, Igor's sister's wood, singing surgeons, and what happens when actors call in sick. Plus, we say Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen to another M*A*S*H actor, and we welcome our new co-host, Mark!   Support the podcast  on Patreon an...

In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan welcome you into the VIP tent! You'll hear three bonus mini-episodes that we recorded exclusively for our Patreon VIPs. We share some never-before-told stories (and a few that we've probably told multiple times). Plus, Jeff gives us a peek at his massive residual check from Starsky & Hutch.   Support the podcast  on Patreon and buy merch at the  MASH Ma...

"I think that we shall never see / a podcast as lovely as episode 134." (Yes, we know it doesn't rhyme.)   In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan wax poetic about another round of listener questions. Topics include the magnificence of Larry Linville, M*A*S*H-inspired parties, dirty long johns, neti pots, love for "Letters," forgotten polls, bonding over Packo's, and more. Plus, we say Goodby...