TV Tangents
Exploring television of the 20th century
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33 minutes ago
33 minutes ago
1 hr 12 sec
Take a trip back to 1984 as we dive into Splash, the beloved romantic fantasy comedy starring Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah! This classic '80s movie tells the story of Allen Bauer, a New York man who unexpectedly falls in love with a mysterious woman who happens to be a mermaid. Directed by Ron Howard, Splash became a box-office hit and helped launch Tom Hanks into movie stardom.
We'll revisit the memorable characters, hilarious moments, cast trivia, and fascinating facts that made Splash one of the most unique romantic comedies of the 1980s.
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Jun 23, 2026
Jun 23, 2026
1 hr 21 min
We're recapping season 3 of Beverly Hills, 90210 and it's our favorite season so far.
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Jun 9, 2026
Jun 9, 2026
1 hr 6 min
We had technical issues with this episode, but it's fixed now and ready for your enjoyment. Season 2 of Beverly Hills, 90210 is less "after-school special" and more "primetime teen soap opera."
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Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
45 min
We're discussing the 1985 film Girls Just Want to Have Fun starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt, and Shannen Doherty. One of us loved this movie growing up, and the other just watched it for the first time.
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Mar 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
46 min
Sylvia (Parts One and Two) is arguably the most disturbing story ever depicted on Little House on the Prairie. We watched the episodes again so that we could talk about them. And we will never watch them again! Join us as we explore our feelings about this tragic tale.
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Mar 10, 2026
Mar 10, 2026
54 min
One episode is not enough, so we're taking the 90s teen drama Beverly Hills, 90210 season by season. This week, we discuss the after-school-special style of the first season.
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Feb 24, 2026
Feb 24, 2026
54 min
We couldn't get enough of Little House on the Prairie last week, so we're back for more.
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Feb 17, 2026
Feb 17, 2026
42 min
Lots of Gen X Americans watched Little House on the Prairie as kids. Today we're looking at it through our middle-aged eyes.
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Feb 3, 2026
Feb 3, 2026
15 min
Have you ever heard of the Coogan Act? Do you know where the law originated or how it got its name? It's an interesting tale involving a highly recognizable actor.
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Jan 27, 2026
Jan 27, 2026
16 min
Natalie raises the mind-blowing notion that the 18th century wasn't that long ago, yet also seems so far away. We also make our case for the return of new and fresh sitcoms.
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