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Jeff Maxwell (Private Igor from M*A*S*H) and Ryan Patrick host a lively discussion of all things M*A*S*H, Hollywood, acting, and other jocularity. We will also feature interviews with super fans and creative geniuses who helped to create the greatest television show of all time. Step into the VIP tent, grab a heaping bowl of creamed weenies, and join the fun … because now, more than ever, MASH Matters.
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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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"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
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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
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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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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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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
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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
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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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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
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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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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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M*A*S*H Mouth Matters - MASH Matters #127
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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
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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 M*A*S*H Fans Have a Name? - MASH Matters #125
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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
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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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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
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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…
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Burying the Time Capsule with special guest Jay King - MASH Matters #121
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Remember the time capsule the M*A*S*H cast buried after the series ended? In this episode, we talk to the guy who dug the hole! Special effects technician Jay King joins Jeff & Ryan to discuss his time on the series. We talk about the infamous time capsule (What was in it? Who dug it up? Where is it now?) and other topics including a scary chopper …
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Sometimes You Hear the Voicemail - MASH Matters #120
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Voicemails! Lots and lots of voicemails! In this episode, we serve up a heaping helping of listener phone calls. Topics include mutton chops, knitting (again), liver, fish, power lines, trivia games, Larry Linville's mystery credit, The Fonz, Margaret & Charles' truncated love affair, M*A*S*H airing in South Korea, the single best performance of th…
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Hawkeye's Grandson with special guest Jake Alda Coffey - MASH Matters #119
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Another member of the M*A*S*H Royal Family pays a visit! Jeff & Ryan welcome Alan Alda's grandson, Jake Alda Coffey to MASH Matters. We discuss growing up with a famous grandfather and the moment he realized his grandpa was a big deal. Jake also talks about watching M*A*S*H for the first time, his favorite Alan Alda projects, future career goals, a…
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In this unplanned, unprepared, and unpredictable episode, Jeff & Ryan answer on-the-spot listener questions from Facebook and Instagram. We discuss the worst part of starring on M*A*S*H, taking things from the set, celebrating birthdays, our favorite singers, and other other jocularity. Plus, we bid farewell to Gentleman Joe and reveal our most pol…
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In this feel-good episode, Jeff & Ryan open the (virtual) mailbag and (virtually) answer more listener questions. We tackle hard-hitting topics like tug-o-war, flying desks, tanks in the calvary, the real Larry Linville, actors watching actors act, fan art, Ryan guest-starring on M*A*S*H, hiking in to visit the actual set, and Charles Nelson Reilly…
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We have a lot of catching up to do in this episode of MASH Matters! First, Jeff & Ryan share their reviews of the recent M*A*S*H documentary on Fox. We then dive into the mailbag to discuss a few things we got right in recent episodes, along with a whole lotta stuff we got wrong. Topics include an update on Jeff's driver, how to kill a TV show with…
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“M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television” with special guests John Scheinfeld and Dan Harrison - MASH Matters #115
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Jeff & Ryan welcome director John Scheinfeld and TV executive Dan Harrison to discuss the documentary, M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television, airing January 1, 2024 on Fox! We discuss the special's 10-year journey to the screen, the challenges of distilling eleven seasons down to 2 hours, greenlighting the special for broadcast TV, and why Jo…
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It's finally here! The long-awaited, hotly-anticipated, and annoyingly-delayed Season Seven Recap! In this super-sized episode, Jeff & Ryan take a trip through the seventh season of M*A*S*H while reading listener comments, airing grievances, and sharing fun facts along the way. Plus, the guys pick their top three favorite episodes from the season. …
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