Best Jeffmaxwell Podcasts (2025)

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Remembering Connie with special guest Greg Izay - MASH Matters #141 44:08

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Jeff & Ryan welcome Greg Izay to MASH Matters! Greg's mother, Connie, was the on-set medical technical advisor on M*A*S*H. We remember Connie through Greg's stories about her beginnings in the industry, how she helped actors look like real surgeons, her long career behind the scenes, and her brief moments ON screen. Plus - the M*A*S*H/Smokey & the …

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BONUS: MASH Matters Q&A Livestream 1:33:54

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ATTENTION! This is an audio recording of the latest MASH Matters video livestream. We strongly encourage you to WATCH this episode on YouTube to see Jeff & Ryan's ugly mugs (faces), pretty mugs (cups), old TV clips, and a surprise appearance by Walter Eugene Patrick! This livestream aired live on August 31, 2025. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE LIVESTREAM …

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Hawkeye's Robe - MASH Matters #140 51:05

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Listener questions? We got 'em. Voicemails? We have those, too! In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan knock a few more questions off the top of the overflowing mailbag. Topics range from MASH vodka dispensers and Cincinnati stalkers to the color of Hawkeye's robe and the size of Klinger's nose. We also, at long last, announce the winner of t…

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EXCLUSIVE: MAS*H Table Read... Again! - MASH Matters #139 46:56

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Another M*A*S*H Table Read? YES! Jeff & Ryan are proud to bring you a MASH Matters EXCLUSIVE: Unedited, never-before-heard audio of another M*A*S*H table read! The table read recording of the episode “War Co-Respondent” was recorded by David Odgen Stiers for Michael Hirsh (creator of MAKING MASH and MEMORIES OF MASH). Written & directed by Mike Far…

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Barbara Christopher! - MASH Matters #138 36:34

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We're thrilled to welcome Barbara Christopher to MASH Matters! In this episode, we discuss her husband's career from college stage productions to Father Mulcahy Along the way, we hear stories about how they met, her guest appearance on M*A*S*H, her thoughts on Henry Blake's demise, AfterM*A*S*H, and the story behind the book she and Bill wrote abou…

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Old Love Letters - MASH Matters #137 48:13

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Can you feel the love? Jeff & Ryan dig deep into the mailbag to share some old love letters from M*A*S*H fans. Instead of listener questions and (questionable) answers, we serve up a heaping helping of unabashed adoration for our favorite TV series of all time. Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at the MASH Matters store For show notes, e…

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Our Friend, Loretta 22:42

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It's an episode we never wanted to do, but we knew we needed to do it. This one is for our dear, sweet friend, Loretta Swit. Memorial donations may be made to Actors & Others For Animals or the SwitHeart Animal AllianceBy Jeff Maxwell & Ryan Patrick

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Inaccuracies & Inconsistencies - MASH Matters #136 42:03

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Jeff and Ryan open another big ol' mailbag of listener questions in this episode of MASH Matters. We discuss phantom mess tent movies, square footage, showering at the 4077th, Igor's sister's wood, singing surgeons, and what happens when actors call in sick. Plus, we say Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen to another M*A*S*H actor, and we welcome our new c…

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The VIP Tent - MASH Matters #135 38:21

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In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan welcome you into the VIP tent! You'll hear three bonus mini-episodes that we recorded exclusively for our Patreon VIPs. We share some never-before-told stories (and a few that we've probably told multiple times). Plus, Jeff gives us a peek at his massive residual check from Starsky & Hutch. Support the p…

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An Ode to Igor - MASH Matters #134 44:21

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"I think that we shall never see / a podcast as lovely as episode 134." (Yes, we know it doesn't rhyme.) In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan wax poetic about another round of listener questions. Topics include the magnificence of Larry Linville, M*A*S*H-inspired parties, dirty long johns, neti pots, love for "Letters," forgotten polls, bon…

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Let's Go To The Phones! - MASH Matters #133 54:43

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Jeff & (what's left of) Ryan open the phone lines and unload an abundance of listener voicemails. We listen to YOUR thoughts on topics like bingo, the Big 10, Igor's phone number, Margaret's cult, chopper auctions, finale animosity, Winchester's death fixation, and much more. If you'd like to leave a voicemail, call MASH Matters at 513-436-4077. (v…

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Behind the Scenes with special guest Karen Lieberman - MASH Matters #132 49:30

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Jeff & Ryan welcome the wonderful Karen Lieberman to MASH Matters! Karen was Executive Producer Burt Metcalfe's right-hand gal through the first nine years of M*A*S*H's run. She shares so many great stories about on-set pranks, guest star salaries, her baby's gender reveal by Harry Morgan, and the Christmas gift from Burt Metcalfe that she still us…

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CHOPPERS! - MASH Matters #131 41:03

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Jeff & Ryan take to the air with Captain Ray Poss on MASH Matters! Capt. Poss's career as a seasoned pilot included flying choppers on M*A*S*H - both the film and the series! We discuss his unorthodox start in show business, the story behind some of his most memorable episodes, his stint as the infamous Five O'Clock Charlie, and much more. Buckle u…

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VIP Questions - MASH Matters #130 48:46

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We enlist the aid of our VIPs in this episode of MASH Matters. Jeff & Ryan blindly answer last-minute questions submitted by the fine folks supporting the podcast on Patreon. Topics include line dancing, Sister Theresa's orphans, our most common listener questions, Disney's 50th anniversary snub, favorite Private Igor scenes, and George the Bird's …

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(Not) Sponsored by Skechers - MASH Matters #129 43:55

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Jeff & Ryan open the overstuffed mailbag to answer another round of listener questions. Topics include tug-o-war, Alan Alda's dream for Igor, BJ's surgical hat, the gateway to Zanesville, and a possible Garrett & Maxwell reunion. We also reveal the top picks in the M*A*S*H fan name survey and choose The Final Two. As always, this episode of MASH Ma…

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Are You Now, Season Eight? - MASH Matters #128 1:45:45

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Jeff & Ryan return from the way-too-long hiatus with a SUPERSIZED episode of MASH Matters! In this long-awaited Season Eight Recap, we discuss every episode of M*A*S*H's eighth season, read listener comments, share our thoughts, play lots of clips, and reveal our favorite Season Eight episodes. We're back and better(?) than ever! Support the podcas…

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MASH Matters Hiatus Update 7:31

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When's the podcast coming back? Jeff & Ryan discuss the longer-than-expected hiatus and announce the return date for new MASH Matters episodes.By Jeff Maxwell & Ryan Patrick

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BONUS - Mike Connors: A Life of Integrity in Film & Television - with special guests Bill Taylor & Jamie Farr 37:35

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Jeff & Ryan welcome Bill Taylor, the author of "Mike Connors: A Life of Integrity in Film & Television," to discuss Mike's career, Mannix, and his reputation for being one of the nicest guys in Hollywood. Jamie Farr also joins us to talk about his long friendship with Mr. Connors and their guest stint on The Love Boat. We even find a few M*A*S*H co…

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: A Short Break 7:54

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Jeff & Ryan share a quick announcement about the immediate future of the podcast. (Don't worry. We're not quitting!)By Jeff Maxwell & Ryan Patrick

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MAS*H Mouth Matters - MASH Matters #127 38:30

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In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff and Ryan welcome "cousins" Vanessa and Ethan, hosts of M*A*S*H Mouth, a podcast that recaps our favorite TV series episode by episode. We discuss their fandom, friendship, and favorite M*A*S*H moments. Plus, where the heck did they get the name "M*A*S*H Mouth?" Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at th…

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"How Big an Idiot is Jeff Maxwell?" - MASH Matters #126 34:42

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In this episode of MASH Matters, listeners tell Jeff all the ways he's screwed up recently. He and Ryan also eulogize Donald Sutherland, talk about tags, review Reverend Jim's MASH script, update the Salkowitz saga, and dissect Jeff's acting choices in his Emmy-worthy guest appearance on CHiPs. Plus, we narrow the field of potential names for M*A*S…

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Do MAS*H Fans Have a Name? - MASH Matters #125 51:16

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Taylor has Swifties, Beyoncé has the BeyHive, and Buffett has Parrotheads. But what should we call our fellow M*A*S*H fanatics? That's just one of the many topics Jeff & Ryan discuss on this episode of MASH Matters. Other talking points include industrial films, Jamie Farr's earlobes, unsold pilots, 1951, the Salkowitz theory, Margaret's pillow, st…

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AUDIO: Show & Tell - MASH Matters #124 1:16:44

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NOTE: THIS IS AUDIO FROM A VIDEO EPISODE. You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/VcUh6TS4sq8 or click on the show notes for Episode 124 at MASHMattersPodcast.com It's Show & Tell day! Jeff & Ryan take to YouTube to show off their personal M*A*SH collections. You'll see all kinds of memorabilia - from action figures, die cast cars, and promo…

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"Hot Guy" Pierce - MASH Matters #123 39:13

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Grab a stale loaf of toast and settle in for another round of listener questions on this episode of MASH Matters! Jeff & Ryan discuss a smattering of subjects including Radar's letter-opening technique, handwritten notes, pink action figures, Igor's musical skills, assorted Sophies, and the going rate for M*A*S*H scripts. Plus, who baled all that h…

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Radar's Magic Chiclet - MASH Matters #122 47:57

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How tall is Jeff? Why didn't the M*A*SH cast have crew cuts? How many gifts *did* Margaret's father give her mother on their wedding night? These are just a few of the burning questions Jeff & Ryan tackle on this episode of MASH Matters! Other topics include AfterMASH, chicken coops, Jackie Cooper, Army boots, how to say Cavalry, journaling, and th…