Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast

We bring you a very special episode this week—an exclusive sneak peak of our monthly LIVE  listener Q&A Patreon broadcast!  See what happens when we’re behind the scenes, and responding, in real time, to you, our Patreon peeps! First, Alison and Dean catch us up on their weekends at Fan Boy and the Wilder home in Mansfield, OH - and then we get right to it, discussing questions ranging from fa...

It's finally Sweater-Weather season! Alison and Dean recap last week's live screening of "Country Girls" in Simi Valley, where people arrived in full Prairie drag, reminiscent of the Rocky Horror Picture Show... (good idea, am I right?!)  They were joined by this week's guest, who also premiered in "Country Girls"--the incredible Tracie Savage, who played Christy Kennedy in the first 2 seasons of...

On September 18, 1974 a cultural phenomenon came forth unto the world: The Birth of the Prairie Bitch. That's right, Alison Arngrim premiered as Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie, and our worlds have never been the same. We discuss the episode "Country Girls" and the role Alison was born to play. Did you know that Alison first auditioned for the role of Laura?! Hear about her infamous a...

On September 11, 1974 the premiere of Little House on the Prairie captivated audiences worldwide. This beloved series brought Laura Ingalls Wilder’s written stories to life, forever changing the lives of the cast, crew, and fans. Before we delve into the episode, we address the recent happenings with the recent fan events in Connecticut and Pennsylvania. The Cast of Little House appreciates the lo...

Today we are joined by Producers Cody Broadway, Agi Fodor, and the Creative Director of Cozi-TV, Tom Hill. Their upcoming documentary, “LOVING LITTLE HOUSE: THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL” will premiere on Sunday, September 7th at 7pm/6pm central, again on Monday Sept. 9th at 12pm/11central, then again on Wednesday Sept. 25th at 11am/10central - and it can only be seen on Cozi-TV!Cozi-TV has been es...

On today's very special episode,  we come to you live from Tombstone, Arizona! Join a conversation with Dean Butler, Wendi Lou Lee (Baby Grace), Jennifer and Michelle Steffin (toddler Baby Rose), Pamela Roylance (Sarah Carter), and Jennifer Donati (Baby Rose) with Pamela Bob and Alison Arngrim calling in via New York and Los Angeles! How did the twins all end up on Little House? Is Tombstone haunt...

Today we have a very special guest, one that lives in the hearts of all Bonnetheads: Karen Grassle, otherwise known as Caroline Ingalls--or "Ma"!  Beginning with the Little House pilot, her performance on Little House captured the hearts of millions, embodying strength, warmth, and resilience. Beyond her work on Little House, she has enjoyed a varied career in theater, film, and television, earnin...

Meet Rick Okie, officially the coolest person we know!   RICK has been a successful writer, director, producer, showrunner, and executive in the television industry for over 40 years. Most recently Supervising Producer on the CBS mystery series "Elementary", he has worked in nearly every genre for the major broadcast networks, cable channels, syndication, and streaming outlets.    REFLECTING BACK,...

Move over, Laura--It's Marypalooza here at the pod! We had so many more questions for our wonderful guest, Melissa Anderson, she graciously agreed to join us again for Part 2!  We hear her thoughts on how Little House impacted her life, being -or not being- a part of Little House events and celebrations, and how she was viewed in the industry as a young Hollywood starlet. She explains her exit fro...

It is safe to say, this is the most anticipated episode since we began this podcast! Today's guest is an original, essential, and beloved member of the Little House family. Episodes featuring her rich, dramatic, and traumatic life on the prairie set ratings records for the series. She became famous and unforgettable as Mary, the eldest Ingalls daughter--Today she is Melissa Sloan, but fans will al...

One of the leaders of the Walnut Grove 50th Anniversary celebration is with us today! Wendy Sjoblom is a trained educator passionate about all things Laura Ingalls Wilder. She began working in Walnut Grove’s Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum in 2013, has performed and is performing in Walnut Grove’s Fragments of a Dream Pageant, and this year she is serving as the Event Coordinator…she's been really, re...

Mo Rocca has been on Pamela's shortlist for "Dream Guests" since this podcast began. And we're thrilled he's here! Mo Rocca is widely praised for his multifaceted career as a writer, humorist, and television correspondent. He is particularly known for his engaging storytelling style, which blends humor, historical insight, and a touch of irony. In addition to his writing, Rocca's work as a corresp...

To quote one of the greatest movies of all time, Waiting For Guffman... "It's the day of the show, y'all!". That's right, Dean's memoir "Prairie Man" is officially launched! And we're so honored to spend this morning (taped on July 25th) talking about how he got here and realizing this is just the beginning of the beginning! We answer many of your fantastic listener questions sent in as a part of...

Our #imaginaryboyfriend, Dean Butler (aka Almanzo) is back for Part 2 of this insightful conversation. We learn how Dean started his acting training and career, the nearly impossible feat of booking Judy Bloom's "Forever" and how that prepared him for his Little House life.  Dean talks about his very daunting first experience with Michael Landon on the set of Little House, and his thoughts about h...

We're here for Pt. 1 with Prairie Man himself, our #imaginaryboyfriend, Dean Butler (aka Almanzo)! His book launches June 25th, and we're getting deep. We talk about possible fears about releasing his memoir, his family's pioneer beginnings, a little Theater talk, how we were all bullied as children, and how the arts lead us to personal freedom and empowerment. Not to mention, Dean's book signings...

She’s baaaack! Part 2 of our incredible conversation with our lovable Prairie Bitch, Alison Arngrim. We do a deep dive discussion about the late, great Steve Tracy (Percival), and how he has impacted her life to this day. Alison discusses her revelatory interview with Larry King, becoming public with her history of Childhood SA, and promoting the work of  PROTECT.ORG . See how she harnessed the po...

Dean, Pamela and Alison talk about how Alison got the part of Nellie Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

“Sweet Melissa - Pt. 2” - Guest Melissa Gilbert Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

“Sweet Melissa - Pt. 1” - Guest Melissa Gilbert Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

Questions, Questions and Yes More Questions  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

"Questions! We have Questions!"  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

Here Comes Pam R. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support .

A darling, a dumpling of a child, the world know her as Baby Carrie - This weeks special guest Rachal Lindsay Greenbush! Dive in with Alison Arngrim, Dean Butler, and Rachel Lindsay Greenbush to discuss their experiences on "Little House on the Prairie" during its 50th anniversary, hosted by Pamela Bob. They discuss childhood memories, the impact of the show ending, and the fan experience at the a...

The continuation of our reaction of the Simi Valley "Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Cast Reunion & Festival." The true importance of this event lies in the emotional connections fans have with the show Alison Agram discusses her panel on trauma featuring Jan Broberg. The panel emphasized how Little House on the Prairie served as a safe space for healing and provided support for t...

Simi Valley's "Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Cast Reunion & Festival" has concluded! Thanks so much to everyone that came. This week Little House 50 for 50 shares their experience getting to see and interact with all of the Bonnetheads out there and reconnecting with old castmembers and friends. And we can't forget that all of us were there this weekend to honor the memory of, o...