Retrospective-a-Rooney: A Liv and Maddie Podcast

To celebrate 10 years of Liv and Maddie, we are joined by four of the most important people involved in bringing this show to life. Join us as we discuss several aspects of the show, from its early beginnings to the final moments filming. We'll go over how the story of Twin-a-Rooney was developed, what they remember about the day itself (July 19, 2013), and how the premiere being paired with t...

It's our first new episode of the year! First, I'll give you an update on what's been going on during our hiatus and what to expect from the future of the podcast. Then, enjoy an interview with Jody Margolin Hahn, director of six episodes of Liv and Maddie, in which we discuss individual episodes, her experiences on other Disney Channel shows, Liv and Maddie's similarities to Side Hustle, and more...

Johnathan McClain wrote four episodes of Liv and Maddie with his writing partner, Kali Rocha (better known as Karen Rooney), and is here with us today to tell us about his experience on the show! Hear what it was like for him to help create iconic characters, craft more mature storylines, and more!

I've always believed that one of the things that sets Liv and Maddie apart from other shows of its kind is its plethora of Easter eggs: fun little nods and in-jokes hidden throughout the show. In today's episode, I go through every Easter egg I've been able to gather, from reference to notable names to special cameos and everything in between!

Today, we are joined by Aunt Dena herself, Jolie Jenkins! Hear all about her experience on Liv and Maddie from funniest moments to emotional memories, as well as what it was like returning to Disney Channel to guest star on Sydney to the Max!

Today, we're ranking each of Liv and Maddie's seasons! I've broken each one down into five categories to decide where they rank: the twins' relationship, Liv's development, Parker, the season arc, and recurring characters. See what ends up on top!

The original Linda and Heather are here with us today! Both co-executive producers, they share what it was like working on the show, their experiences writing several episodes, how their namesake characters came to be, and how Linda ended up with the two kittens who played Stacy!

Much like how each season of Liv and Maddie has its funniest/"chaos" episode, I've noticed that each season has a "feminism episode," each with messages involving positivity towards women but each tackling a different subject. Today, I'm diving into each of these four episodes, analyzing them, and talking about how powerful and important they are for the children watching Disney Channel.

You've heard me go on about how much I love Josh Wilcox, now it's time to talk about Josh with Josh himself! Lucas Adams joins us to dive into his time on Liv and Maddie, what his audition process was like, his favorite and funniest memories from working on the show, and everything in between!

Just as each season has its standout strongest episodes, each has its standout funniest episodes! Today, we go through each of the Liv and Maddie episodes that have made me laugh the hardest from each season and talk about why, including a concept I like to call "the chaos episode."

Our guest today directed six episodes of Liv and Maddie along with many other Disney Channel shows and John and Ron's new show, Side Hustle! Leonard joins us to discuss how he approached working on Liv and Maddie and his favorite memories from his time working on the show.

We have another individual episode analysis for you with a returning guest! David and I discuss Flashback-a-Rooney and why it was such a pivotal episode for the latter half of season 1.

In my opinion, Terry the Clown is one of the most memorable recurring characters on Liv and Maddie, and the man who brought him to life is joining us today! John Starr and I have an intriguing and fun conversation full of great stories from his time on the show.

We're going through each of my favorite episodes from each season and discussing them! Hear why I think these episodes stand out in their respective seasons and are what I believe to be some of the best episodes of the show.

In a first-of-its-kind episode, we are discussing and analyzing a specific episode of Liv and Maddie! In this case, it's the classic Cowbell-a-Rooney. Janelle made me realize why it's one of the best episodes of the show, I passed that knowledge on to Katy, now the three of us discuss why we feel that way. Afterwards, I sit down with the director of that episode, Adam Weissman, to hear what it was...

My friend, Amanda Doolittle, had very little familiarity with Liv and Maddie and had never watched the show...until now! She binge watched the show in order to come back to the podcast with her thoughts and give us a new perspective from a pair of fresh eyes. Hear the similarities and differences she draws between Liv and Maddie and the Disney Channel shows she grew up with, how similar many of ou...

The Rooney twins never would've come to life the way they did if it weren't for these two! Emmy (Liv's body double) and Shelby (Maddie's body double) join me to discuss the unique roles they played on the show and all the challenges and fun experiences they brought, as well as their experience playing Linda and Heather!

Today, we're discussing the non-Liv and Maddie projects the cast has done outside of the show! From other Disney projects like Descendants, Diary of a Future President, and Teen Beach Movie, to animated entertainment like Marvel Rising, Abominable, and 101 Dalmatian Street, to musicals like Mamma Mia, Clueless: The Musical, and Grease Live, I'll share with you my favorites, why they are my favorit...

In this episode, we take a look back at the fashion of Liv and Maddie! First, my friend, Katy, returns to go through individual episodes and characters with me and discuss fashion's impact on them. Then, Arrick Anderson, the hair stylist department head, details his experience on the show and how hair played an important role in it.

From Kel Mitchell to Garry Marshall, from Kristen Bell to Laura Bell Bundy, and everyone in between, Liv and Maddie has had some amazing special guest stars! My friend, David, and I discuss them all, including who our favorites are and experiences with those we've been able to meet.

We have our very first Rooney on the show! Primetime Pete Rooney himself joins us to recount his experience on Liv and Maddie from beginning to end, including favorite memories with fellow cast members, his experience directing an episode (Repeat-a-Rooney), and more!

Our conversation on the wonderful recurring characters of Liv and Maddie continues! From the gentlemanly Holden to the unhinged Gemma, from the sunshine boy Josh to Katy's personal favorite Krahgg, plus a couple bonus ones, we share all our thoughts, both deep and humorous.

Two of my best friends join me to discuss one of this show's greatest strengths: its recurring characters. We have a thoughtful discussion about what they bring to the show while having a lot of fun and laughs all at the same time! Hear our thoughts on characters like Willow, Andie, Dump Truck, and more!

The editor of Liv and Maddie joins us today to tell us what it was like creating the illusion of twins played by one actress. We also hear about episodes that posed more challenges than others and what it was like stepping into the role of director for three episodes.

Keep the Christmas spirit going a little longer with our holly jolly new episode! We take a look back at each season's winter holiday episode and discuss their strengths and key points.