FYI: The Murphy Brown Podcast

Gary Dontzig (1946-2026) Interview w/ special Guest Matt Baume ​ We are sad to report that the great Gary Dontzig has passed in Feb 2026. Please check out his obit in Deadline and Variety . As a tribute to Gary and his work and devotion to the LGBTQA+ community, we wanted to share our interview with Gary again as a tribute to his life, his empathy and his groundbreaking work as an openly gay sitco...

Joining our PATREON, HERE, helps us fundraise for our new season! If you're not sure whether you want to join us, here is a 17-minute preview of our latest episode. Join us at any level to listen to the rest, as well as our entire archive and special NOT ON THE INTERNET, documentaries, interviews, and bloopers. And uncut episodes during the Season! www. MurphyBrownpod.com - for all our episodes, i...

Joining our PATREON, HERE, helps us fundraise for our new season! If you're not sure whether you want to join us, here is a 15-minute preview of our latest episode. Join us at any level to listen to the rest, as well as our entire archive and special NOT ON THE INTERNET, documentaries, interviews and bloopers. We are happy to bring you an in-depth discussion and behind-the-scenes of Candice Bergen...

Jesi and Lauren discuss the father of Murphy Brown's baby, the one who stayed, and the episode's importance in TV history. As well as the history of women over forty having babies in the 1990s, today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren discuss the father of Murphy Brown's baby, the one who stayed, and the episode's importance in TV history. As well as the history of women over forty having babies in the 1990s, today. *We had an audio issue, so Lauren's audio may sound different for about one minute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy is pregnant! We chat about this important episode in the series, excerpts from the original script, articles and quotes from the time, the history of the pregnancy test, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Back in February, Lauren and Jesi talked about Nancy Meyers' and Charles Shyer's 1987 classic Baby Boom, starring Diane Keaton, on our Patreon. This was in context to now it represents a period piece of the time in which Murphy Brown was created in 1987 for the 1988-1989 TV season. But at the same time, we felt releasing it here on the main feed as a tribute to Diane Keaton was fitting. Enjoy As m...

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The happy day has finally arrived! The season three season finale! We have so many cool extras to share, press, scenes, etc, many not available online, that we had to divide the episode into two parts, Side A and Side B! Murphy Brown is caught between two men, join us for two episodes! UPDATE: The Murphy Brown Cast on Pat Sajack! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's chat trivia and game shows, and a little essay written by the great Joe Regalbuto (Frank) tells the podcast about the real-life "great water gun" fight of '91! Also, some Looney Tunes music history! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren talk about the real issues around celebrities and tabloids making news up, as well as the impact on Murphy in her world, as well as chat about this hilarious episode with a message! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calling all Short Kings! Jesi and Lauren talk about the infamous height debate between men and women, as well as learn the year-old story that inspired the show to make Murphy speak out of turn and engage her... "short" temper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PART 1 : Topics include: Diane and the  Murphy Brown  origin story, why Murphy isn’t streaming, writing, and tales from the revival and classic series. Also, for those following us from the beginning, we finally ask Diane about the famous “Chet” story that Norm Gunzenhauser told us about in our first interview for the pod! ​ PART 2:   (LISTEN HERE) Topics include: The writers and th...

The gals talk about another stellar episode in Corky’s Place . Topics include the evolution of Corky Sherwood (Faith Ford), the concept of being as quippy in the moment as Murphy Brown and the history of the specials in the 1980s and 90s that inspired Corky’s Special and that amazing ending!l. Come on in and grab a cup of fake tea, a chair and “Let’s chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Murphy and the gang are looking for a happy story, as our Jesi and Lauren dive deep into this season three classic, which may be the most topical episode they have covered so far. The gals deep dive into Murphy’s best rants, while Lauren continues the story of Stevie Wonder and Jesi introduces you to special guest star Ethan Phillips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Costume designer Sarah Cogan sat down with Lauren to discuss '90s women's fashion in terms of its influence and connection to Murphy Brown , as well as how TV, in turn, influences the fashion industry. Murphy may not have worn Prada, but she sure was a fashion plate! Check out more and show notes at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren are joined by filmmaker Jessica Redish : a recent grad of USC Cinematic Arts, under the tutelage of Murphy Brown director Barnet Kellman! Jessica brings her love of Murphy since the age of twelve, as well as her experience with Barnet and Diane English, as a guest lecturer. Other topics on this special bottle episode include Corky’s growth and the history of a certain chart topper....

Lauren and Jesi sit down with Season Three writers Denise Moss, Steven Peterman, and Korby Siamis to discuss the origins of the Murphy Brown pregnancy plotline, as well as other Season Three revelations. Be sure to listen to our individual interviews with Steve and Denise . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren conclude this hour-long episode with Murphy and Frank’s funeral, as well as the backstory and Murphy Brown connection to actress Nancy Matte, and more! Check out the bloopers we discussed on the podcast on our Instagram page! For more, check out Show Notes on our website, at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE PODCAST RETURNS MAY 26th with On Another Plane, Part 2, so catch up with the first part of this hour-long episodes! In a jam-packed episode of cuts, Jesi and Lauren go through not just the episode but the scenes (and secretaries) that ended up on the cutting room floor. They also break down what the flashbacks mean for Frank and Murphy's characters. Plus: more on the life of Stevie Wonder and...

Back in November, the ladies sat down and recorded a three-part Patreon series about Candice Bergen's (Murphy Brown) experience and influence on the history of SNL. Here is part one about the 1970s to celebrate #SNL50. Lauren and Jesi go through the history, stories as well as their thoughts on Candice's sketches! Learn about why you can't talk about the history of SNL with out Candy Bergen! Check...

Jesi and Lauren break down this Emmy-winning episode based on a true story with holiday tradition favorites, the gang’s hijinks, and the career of guest star Jenifer Lewis (Blackish, Sister Act, and more!). Also, this week, Lauren introduces us to the life of singer/songwriter Wilson Picket, and Jesi explores the history of the song The 12 Days of Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

The gals are ecstatic to have the great Susan Blommaert (Mr. Kaplan from The Blacklist , Doubt, X-Files, Edward Scissorhands , and more!)As you may have learned from our last episode, Susan was cut from the episode (check out the episode and our socials for the clip!), so this is your chance to learn not only about her role on the show but about her amazing career! Check out Susan's reel of amazin...

In a jam-packed episode of cuts, Jesi and Lauren go through not just the episode but the scenes (and secretaries) that ended up on the cutting room floor. They also break down what the flashbacks mean for Frank and Murphy's characters. Plus: more on the life of Stevie Wonder and how a near-death accident changed his perspective…much like our heroes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...