MASHmouth

We guess it really is true that Hawkeye is a “hopeless romantic” because in this episode he jumps through some pretty bureaucratic hoops in order for a young soldier and his Korean wife to get married so they can take their baby state-side.    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valiantlyoffbalance on In...

All right, one thing has to be addressed up top: Vanessa and Ethan call a “minefield'' a “landmine” the entire time, and you’re just going to have to deal with that, okay? Otherwise, we hope you enjoy this episode! We have a fun time discussing Trapper being a good dad, and even learn something about real world Korean adoption! But we know the whole landmine thing is going to annoy some people! We...

A sleep-deprived Hawkeye goes on a mission to find out the real reasons why they’re in Korea.  His efforts include sending a telegram asking President Truman who’s responsible for the war and, on advice from Frank, attempting to give the North Koreans an unconventional peace offering.

Strap in folks, this is a heavy one. Despite repeated warnings to drop his crusade, Hawkeye is very outspoken about the army’s responsibility for a recent bombing of a Korean village. But Hawk underestimates just how far the military is willing to go to keep the story, and Hawkeye, quiet.     Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpo...

Alert the MASH subreddit, we’re covering a favorite! This aptly titled episode chronicles a week in the life of the 4077 through Radar’s weekly report to HQ. Some drama ensues with a POW, Klinger may finally get his coveted Section 8, and Hawkeye tends to a wounded nurse but runs into problems when he finds out she’s married.     Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.c...

When the 4077 is bombed so consistently by an incompetent enemy pilot, it becomes a spectator sport! Zow-wee! But of course Frank has to be the stick in the mud and try to get an anti-aircraft gun, which is somehow a bigger threat to the camp than the bomber!     Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valia...

They say you have to be a little bit crazy to work in the medical field, and this episode puts that to the test! General Clayton sends over a psychiatrist to evaluate the 4077's collective mental health, and surprise surprise, the camp’s zany antics don’t go over well.    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials...

Move over Alan Alda, Donald Sutherland is in the house! In this special presentation, we look back at Robert Altman’s classic film that introduced the world to the 4077th! …It’s just too bad we didn’t like it. MASHmouth will return for season 2 on May 27th!   Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valiantly...

Season finale, baby! The 4077th tries to enjoy a USO show while their minds are elsewhere; thinking of birth, illness, injury, and a vicious prank war! A strangely fitting conclusion to this early era of M*A*S*H.    Thank you for listening!    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valiantlyoffbalance on In...

With a ceasefire seemingly on the horizon, is this the end of the 4077th? **Checks episode count** …Oh. No, it is not. But hey, that doesn’t mean we can’t party!    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valiantlyoffbalance on Instagram  @OfficialVOB on Twitter  @mashmouthpod on Instagram  @EthanWasCool on...

This episode is just like fool’s gold. It’s not the worst thing ever, but it is disappointing. After a few pranks go too far, Frank and Margaret put in to transfer out of the 4077th. Will they really leave the series so early on into its run? Or will some contrived nonsense get them to stay? Is this the lowest point of the series, like some of the cast and crew believe? Hard to say, but we did hav...

We hope you like House MD because we reference that show at least five times in this episode! Hawkeye goes through a bit of an identity crisis when his patient isn’t recovering despite his best efforts. Is Hawkeye’s breakdown because he’s a good doctor, wanting the best for his patients, or is it all in service of his ego? Listen to find out! This one leans hard into classic medical drama! Monster...

We hope the 4077 paid attention during those duck and cover videos! When an unexploded missile lands in the middle of the compound, Hawkeye and Trapper are tasked with diffusing it. Everyone copes with the danger in different yet equally hilarious ways, so Vanessa and Ethan think this episode is the bomb!    1991 “Sexy Saxophone” Syndication Promo  https://youtu.be/ZcKOHpl8duw     Music credit:  “...

When it’s freezing cold, the man who can stay warm is King. With a delay in supplies, Hawkeye’s pair of longjohns become a hot commodity during the cold winter months. Vanessa and Ethan discuss the first episode written by Alan Alda! (They also say “underwear” a lot in the process, but they don’t mean it in a weird way!)    R.I.P. Sally Kellerman  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sally_Kellerman http...

Ugh, 18 episodes in and already repeating concepts. 😒 KIDDING! This episode is great! Hawkeye writes another letter to his father all about the happens at the 4077th, including: Hawkeye exposing some private details during lunch, Frank finally loosening up a bit, Radar getting an education, and one new doctor who isn’t quite kosher.   Ferdinand Waldo Demara’s wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia....

Hawkeye’s childhood friend comes to visit the camp to discuss the book he's writing about his first-hand experience of the horrors of the war. When tragedy strikes, Hawkeye decides to do what’s right to ensure a young soldier makes it home. Featuring Frank's Purple Heart that he "definitely deserves." Join Vanessa and Ethan as they discuss this true dramedy episode!    Music credit:  “Feel Good Ro...

We may need to take a trip to a M*A*S*H unit because we are sick of this episode! When a casualty-causing, battle-eager colonel is recovering at the 4077th, Hawkeye & Trapper plot to send him state-side by convincing him that he’s losing his grasp on reality! Gaslighting is so fun, isn’t it?    Here’s a little behind the scenes:  This episode was a bit of a challenge to make. Our recording was...

Tuttle! Tuttle? Anyone seen Tuttle? Wait, who is Captain Tuttle, again? A figment of Hawkeye’s imagination, of course! Hawkeye and Trapper invent the good captain to take credit for their donation to the orphanage, but things quickly get out of hand when the fictitious man becomes the most popular person in the 4077th! Join Vanessa and Ethan as they have a spirited discussion about this fan favori...

Radar finds love! With the help of Hawkeye and Trapper, of course. But can that love prevail with the meddling of Frank and Margaret who are determined to see it fail? Find out with Vanessa and Ethan as they discuss “Love Story.”    Doctor Reacts to MASH TV Show by Doctor Mike https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzTD3gp9E0M   Lightning in a Bottle- A MASH Video Essay by Ladyknightthebrave https://www....

Hawkeye is forced to take one for the team and go on a pity date with clumsy Nurse Eddie. He gets a few bruises along the way, but anything for sex, right?  We didn't like this one! Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/   Cover Art by M. Cameron  https://www.plaguedoctorart.com/   Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com   Socials:  @valiantlyoffbalance on Instag...

Hawkeye writes home to his dad and chronicles all the shenanigans of the 4077th at Christmas time. (Although he does get his dad's address wrong 😒)  Join Ethan and Vanessa as they discuss said shenanigans including pudding in Margaret’s pillow, Trapper overseeing the delivery of a baby cow, and Radar mailing home a jeep!   Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/  ...

Welcome back! They steal Frank’s blood in this one. That’s it. That’s the episode.    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/     Contact the show:  mashmouthpod@gmail.com Cover Art by M. Cameron  https://www.plaguedoctorart.com/   Socials:  @valiantlyoffbalance on Instagram  @OfficialVOB on Twitter  @mashmouthpod on Instagram  @EthanWasCool on Instagram and Twitter...

Looks like we've got a mystery on our hands, gang!  When everyone’s personal belongings begin to go missing at the 4077th, Hawkeye is wrongly accused of being the mastermind behind the thefts. What lengths will Hawkeye go to clear his name and find the real culprit? Join Vanessa and Ethan as they discuss Season 1, Episode 10, “I Hate a Mystery” to find out!    Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Ja...

The 4077th becomes a shining example of how a M*A*S*H unit should be run. So naturally, management comes in to change everything that made it work. Henry is promoted to a cushy job in Tokyo, leaving Frank Burns to take charge! And of course, the power immediately goes to his head. What are Hawkeye, Trapper, and the rest of the camp to do? Find out, as Vanessa and Ethan talk Season 1, Episode 9 "He...

Yeehaw, friends! A wounded cowboy rides into camp, seeking a ticket home. Meanwhile, Henry is seemingly being hunted as a series of mishaps happen that are too frequent and dangerous to be coincidental. Could the kind visitor actually be a black hat? Find out as Vanessa and Ethan talk Season 1, Episode 8 "Cowboy"!   Music credit:  “Feel Good Rock” by Jason Shaw, https://audionautix.com/   Cover Ar...