Don't Touch That Dial

Send us Fan Mail Happy Halloween! This episode takes us to Rod Serling’s series The Twilight Zone, which redefined science fiction and horror on TV. We explore how its storytelling, social commentary, and unforgettable twists continue to unsettle TV audiences decades later.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The conversation continues where the guys talk memorable guest appearances across classic TV. From Shatner and Nimoy on T.J. Hooker, to Robin Williams reuniting with Pam Dawber  and other nostalgic cameos. We discuss Dallas, Charles in Charge, Spin City, Nash Bridges, and more, highlighting how guest stars often elevated shows and gave fans unforgettable TV moments.  Support the s...

Send us Fan Mail From Andy Griffith and Don Knotts on Matlock to George Wendt on Becker, this episode celebrates TV’s most surprising reunions and cameos. Relive the guest spots that brought stars back together and sparked Gen X nostalgia.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, our favorite hosts reminisce about the Marx Brothers, reflecting on their childhood memories, the comedy team’s cultural impact, and their influence on film and television.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Every iconic TV family had an iconic house. What's your favorite abode? The Brady house? The Cunningham house? The Keaton house? Alice's apartment? Let's discuss TV dwellings! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk Sesame Street from its groundbreaking debut in 1969 to its lasting influence on children’s television, classic TV and the education of GenX.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 3! We’re kicking off by celebrating The Partridge Family — a band and TV phenomenon that remains just as iconic today as it was in 1970. Join us as we dive into the legacy of Shirley Jones, David Cassidy, and the rest of the cast, exploring their music, charm, and its lasting cultural impact. After all ... We think we love them! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today we will unpack how the Dallas episode ‘A House Divided’ left millions of TV viewers in suspense in the summer of 1980, fueled debates over who shot J.R. Ewing, seized international headlines and changed television with this groundbreaking cliffhanger. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail It's our 100th episode! Let's celebrate with a discussion on the music that made classic tv scenes from Taxi to Family Ties legendary. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Today we pay tribute to the must have tool for TV aficionados everywhere - the "TV Guide." If you collect then - we want to hear from you! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we pay tribute to the memory of the great Malcolm-Jamal Warner, remembered as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show , celebrating his acting chops, his impact on Must See TV, and his lasting legacy.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The guys debate what crossovers worked, which did not, the stars that shined and  the impact they had on classic television.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This episode happens when your first introduction to pop music was during commercials for compilation records during your favorite weekday afternoon cartoons. The guys explain why they love tv, music and Bobble Heads.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail While their names might not have been in the opening characters, their characters still made a lasting impression on some of classic TV's best shows. Let's discuss. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Dramas are famous for cliff hangers, but what about cliffhangers in sitcoms? In this mystery episode, the guys discuss how cliffhangers impacted some of their favorite shows.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk about the Man of Steele and some of our favorites throughout the decades. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode the guys take a news at late breaking news stories and relate them back to -- tv of course!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Learn why at least two of us think Jaws is one of the most iconic movies ever on its 50th anniversary.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week the guys dive into the funniest and most head-scratching continuity errors from some of our tv favorites. From vanishing characters to rewritten backstories, we explore inconsistencies and why we still love these shows anyway. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode the guys talk about characters who graduate, get a job or get married and leave their home (and many who inevitably return home). Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join us at the Milford Plaza and discover why it is the Lullaby of Broadway! Our love of the theater started not on the Great White Way but on local NY commercials for Broadway shows during our favorite shows. Cats and Annie are just the start (and it's called cast recordings, not soundtracks!) Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore one of our favorite episodes of M*A*S*H featuring Lieutenant Colonel Tuttle — the character who never existed but brought us big laughs and great memories.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We go all the way back to 1984 for the iconic "Karate Kid" and then head to the 21st century to discuss the Cobra Kai streaming series. If you're an 80s kid (and had a crush on Elisabeth Shue) you won't want to miss it! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The spotlight this week is on the short-lived spinoff Blansky’s Beauties, a hilarious sitcom that put Nancy Walker and her showgirls center stage in Sin City. Let's discuss this Garry Marshall gem, it's star-studded cast and give it the praise and respect it's due! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We always talk about classics like Happy Days and The Brady Bunch, but what about other shows that shaped our childhoods? This episode is a celebration of  forgotten favorites that deserve to be remembered and discussed all over again.  Support the show