The Tom Gulley Show

Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman wasn't just another sitcom—it was one of the strangest, smartest, and most influential television shows ever made. Premiering in 1976, the groundbreaking syndicated series turned the soap opera format completely upside down, blending deadpan comedy, social satire, and surreal storytelling in ways audiences had never seen before. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, To...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is over for the United States Men's National Team—and now comes the hard part: figuring out what it all means. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom breaks down the USMNT's entire World Cup campaign, from the encouraging moments that fueled optimism to the crushing Round of 16 defeat against Belgium that brought America's tournament to an abrupt end. Was this World Cu...

The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is here, and the United States is preparing for one of its biggest matches in years against Belgium. Before kickoff, The Tom Gulley Show turns the microphone over to you. Have questions about soccer? Wondering about formations, offside, tactics, substitutions, stoppage time, VAR, penalty kicks, player strategy, the U.S. Men's National Team, Belgium's strengths, or...

How did two urban explorers pull off one of the most daring rooftop climbs in modern history? On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom dives into the astonishing story of Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, the Russian couple whose breathtaking—and illegal—climb to the top of New York City's iconic Empire State Building stunned the world. Known for scaling some of the tallest skyscrapers on Earth...

Before there were endless action figure lines filling store shelves, there was G.I. Joe—the toy that helped invent the modern action figure and became a cultural phenomenon. From the original 12-inch military figures of the 1960s to the revolutionary 3¾-inch relaunch of the 1980s, G.I. Joe transformed the toy industry and generations of childhoods. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom explo...

Everyone knows Smokey Bear—but very few people know the remarkable true story behind America's most recognizable conservation icon. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom explores the fascinating history of Smokey Bear, from his origins during World War II to becoming one of the most successful public service advertising campaigns ever created. Learn how a black bear cub rescued from a devast...

The Cottonwood Fire has exploded into one of Utah's most significant wildfires of the year, consuming tens of thousands of acres, forcing evacuations, destroying structures, threatening communities, and transforming the landscape of central and southern Utah. For Tom, this story isn't happening hundreds of miles away on a television screen—it's unfolding uncomfortably close to home and to The Tom...

John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” is a HILLBILLY song. But making it the unofficial anthem of the United States Men’s National Team? Tom thinks that’s one of the dumbest ideas in the history of EVER. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom unleashes a blistering rant on the bizarre obsession with forcing a song about West Virginia onto a national team that represents fifty states and...

Everybody's got a favorite snack, but which treats truly belong in the snack food hall of fame? On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom counts down his Top 10 Snacks and looks at the classics that have fueled road trips, movie nights, lunchboxes, late-night cravings, and guilty pleasures for generations. From salty favorites and crunchy classics to sweet indulgences that became part of America...

Before anthology series became fashionable, The Name Of The Game was already blazing its own trail. Airing from 1968 to 1971, this ambitious NBC drama rotated between three leading men—Gene Barry, Tony Franciosa, and Robert Stack—each starring in his own recurring stories under the umbrella of a powerful publishing empire. It was television unlike anything audiences had seen before. On this episod...

Burt Reynolds wasn't supposed to become a Hollywood legend. Injuries ended his football dreams, critics dismissed him, and studios never quite knew what to do with him. Yet somehow, with charisma, confidence, and a grin that could fill a movie screen, Burt Reynolds became one of the biggest stars on the planet. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom takes a deep dive into the remarkable life...

Pringles aren't just another potato chip. They're one of the most recognizable snack foods ever created, sold in more than 140 countries and instantly identified by a cardboard can, a stackable shape, and a mustachioed mascot. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom takes a deep dive into the surprising history of Pringles, from their invention in the 1960s to their rise as one of the world's...

For decades, English fans and pundits have treated American soccer like a punchline. Tom Gulley has had enough. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom unloads on the myths, arrogance, and misinformation surrounding American soccer. From England’s surprising inability to beat the United States in FIFA World Cup competition to the endless parade of pundits who confidently discuss a game they ba...

From hand-pushed reel mowers to today's high-powered riding machines, lawn mowers helped shape the American landscape. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom explores the surprising history of lawn mowers, the inventors who changed yard care forever, the rise of suburban lawn culture, and how mowing became a weekend ritual for millions of homeowners. Whether you're fascinated by vintage machi...

Before rock stars filled stadiums and entertainers built multimedia empires, Liberace was dazzling audiences with candelabras, rhinestones, Rolls-Royces, and a piano style all his own. One of the biggest stars of the 20th century, Liberace transformed classical music into mainstream entertainment and became one of the highest-paid performers in the world. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, To...

Dive into the hilarious and iconic world of Gilligan's Island on this episode of The Tom Gulley Show! Join host Tom Gulley as he explores the 1960s classic sitcom that stranded seven castaways on an uncharted desert isle and became a cultural phenomenon. From the bumbling Gilligan and the Skipper to the glamorous Ginger, brainy Professor, and the Millionaire and his Wife, discover the behind-the-s...

On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we examine Ted Bundy—the serial killer whose intelligence, charisma, and carefully crafted public image made him one of the most infamous murderers in American history. From courtroom theatrics and media obsession to prison escapes and a nation captivated by evil hiding in plain sight, this episode explores how Bundy manipulated victims, investigators, journ...

The Tom Gulley Show opens the case files on Mannix — the fast-moving, hard-hitting private detective series that turned car crashes, fistfights, and impossible cases into appointment television. From its unforgettable theme music to its groundbreaking style, Mannix helped define what television detectives could be. Why did audiences connect so strongly with Joe Mannix? How did the series evolve fr...

Tom takes a close look at Ralph Nader — the longtime consumer advocate, author, and activist whose work has influenced everything from the cars we drive to the way we think about corporate power and government accountability. From his groundbreaking 1965 book Unsafe at Any Speed that pushed the auto industry toward real safety standards, to his role in creating organizations like Public Citizen, t...

On May 25, 1979, American Airlines Flight 191 lifted off from Chicago O’Hare International Airport bound for Los Angeles. Thirty-one seconds later, the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 rolled inverted and slammed into the ground, killing all 271 people on board and two on the ground. To this day, it remains the worst single-aircraft disaster in U.S. history. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we break...

Join Tom Gulley as he dives deep into the cultural phenomenon that defined a generation — Leave It To Beaver. From the wholesome adventures of Beaver and Wally Cleaver to the groundbreaking way the show portrayed postwar American family life, this episode explores why the series remains beloved decades later. Tom breaks down the show's clever writing, its subtle commentary on childhood and growing...

Before spies became superheroes, there was Mission Impossible. This episode of The Tom Gulley Show explores how a television series built around masks, deception, impossible plans, and unforgettable music changed television forever. From elaborate cons and hidden identities to one of the most recognizable openings in TV history, we examine why Mission Impossible became a cultural phenomenon and wh...

Charles Manson remains one of the most infamous names in American history—but how did an aspiring musician become the center of one of the most notorious murder cases ever? On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we examine the life, manipulation tactics, cultural impact, media obsession, and lasting legacy surrounding Charles Manson and the crimes that shocked the world. From the counterculture e...

Dive into the wild, weird West with The Tom Gulley Show as we revisit the cult classic The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr. — the 1993-1994 Fox series that blended Western action, sci-fi gadgets, comedy, and pure Bruce Campbell charisma like nothing else on television. In this episode, we explore why this short-lived gem starring Bruce Campbell as the Harvard-educated bounty hunter Brisco County,...

What’s the real story behind the broom in your closet? In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we sweep through centuries of broom history — from ancient twig bundles and Shaker innovations to broomstick folklore, witch trials, and why the flat broom changed everything. Tom explores how this everyday object influenced domestic life, superstition, manufacturing, and even cultural rituals in ways mo...