FYI: The Murphy Brown Podcast

Joining our PATREON, HERE, helps us fundraise for our new season! If you're not sure whether you want to join us, here is a 17-minute preview of our latest episode. Join us at any level to listen to the rest, as well as our entire archive and special NOT ON THE INTERNET, documentaries, interviews, and bloopers. And uncut episodes during the Season!www.MurphyBrownpod.com - for all our episodes, info, FAQ and more! And don't forget to tell everyone online, YOU WANT MURPHY BROWN streaming by sharing this video and following the instructions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining our PATREON, HERE, helps us fundraise for our new season! If you're not sure whether you want to join us, here is a 15-minute preview of our latest episode. Join us at any level to listen to the rest, as well as our entire archive and special NOT ON THE INTERNET, documentaries, interviews and bloopers.We are happy to bring you an in-depth discussion and behind-the-scenes of Candice Bergen's guest appearance on Apple TV's Shrinking and her cameo (once again) on the latest SNL 5-Timers Club sketch (Guest Host Jack Black).You can watch the episode "Shrinking," Season 3, episode 7, I Am Grape," HERE on Apple TV. And Candice's sketch HERE on YouTube, as well as the full episodes on PEACOCK (where you can also find SNL UK, which we discussed.www.MurphyBrownpod.com - for all our episodes, info, FAQ and more! And don't forget to tell everyone online, YOU WANT MURPHY BROWN streaming by sharing this video and following the instructions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren discuss the father of Murphy Brown's baby, the one who stayed, and the episode's importance in TV history. As well as the history of women over forty having babies in the 1990s, today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren discuss the father of Murphy Brown's baby, the one who stayed, and the episode's importance in TV history. As well as the history of women over forty having babies in the 1990s, today.*We had an audio issue, so Lauren's audio may sound different for about one minute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy is pregnant! We chat about this important episode in the series, excerpts from the original script, articles and quotes from the time, the history of the pregnancy test, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Back in February, Lauren and Jesi talked about Nancy Meyers' and Charles Shyer's 1987 classic Baby Boom, starring Diane Keaton, on our Patreon. This was in context to now it represents a period piece of the time in which Murphy Brown was created in 1987 for the 1988-1989 TV season. But at the same time, we felt releasing it here on the main feed as a tribute to Diane Keaton was fitting. EnjoyAs mentioned, you can hear Lauren talking about another Meyers/Keaton film, "Something's Gotta Give," HERE, on Franchisography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The happy day has finally arrived! The season three season finale! We have so many cool extras to share, press, scenes, etc, many not available online, that we had to divide the episode into two parts, Side A and Side B! Murphy Brown is caught between two men, join us for two episodes!UPDATE:The Murphy Brown Cast on Pat Sajack! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's chat trivia and game shows, and a little essay written by the great Joe Regalbuto (Frank) tells the podcast about the real-life "great water gun" fight of '91! Also, some Looney Tunes music history! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren talk about the real issues around celebrities and tabloids making news up, as well as the impact on Murphy in her world, as well as chat about this hilarious episode with a message! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calling all Short Kings! Jesi and Lauren talk about the infamous height debate between men and women, as well as learn the year-old story that inspired the show to make Murphy speak out of turn and engage her... "short" temper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PART 1: Topics include: Diane and the Murphy Brown origin story, why Murphy isn’t streaming, writing, and tales from the revival and classic series. Also, for those following us from the beginning, we finally ask Diane about the famous “Chet” story that Norm Gunzenhauser told us about in our first interview for the pod!​PART 2:  (LISTEN HERE) Topics include: The writers and the Writers Room, the real answer about Corky and Miles, and questions from YOU from social media! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gals talk about another stellar episode in Corky’s Place. Topics include the evolution of Corky Sherwood (Faith Ford), the concept of being as quippy in the moment as Murphy Brown and the history of the specials in the 1980s and 90s that inspired Corky’s Special and that amazing ending!l. Come on in and grab a cup of fake tea, a chair and “Let’s chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy and the gang are looking for a happy story, as our Jesi and Lauren dive deep into this season three classic, which may be the most topical episode they have covered so far. The gals deep dive into Murphy’s best rants, while Lauren continues the story of Stevie Wonder and Jesi introduces you to special guest star Ethan Phillips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Costume designer Sarah Cogan sat down with Lauren to discuss '90s women's fashion in terms of its influence and connection to Murphy Brown, as well as how TV, in turn, influences the fashion industry. Murphy may not have worn Prada, but she sure was a fashion plate!Check out more and show notes at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren are joined by filmmaker Jessica Redish: a recent grad of USC Cinematic Arts, under the tutelage of Murphy Brown director Barnet Kellman! Jessica brings her love of Murphy since the age of twelve, as well as her experience with Barnet and Diane English, as a guest lecturer. Other topics on this special bottle episode include Corky’s growth and the history of a certain chart topper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauren and Jesi sit down with Season Three writers Denise Moss, Steven Peterman, and Korby Siamis to discuss the origins of the Murphy Brown pregnancy plotline, as well as other Season Three revelations.Be sure to listen to our individual interviews with Steve and Denise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren conclude this hour-long episode with Murphy and Frank’s funeral, as well as the backstory and Murphy Brown connection to actress Nancy Matte, and more!Check out the bloopers we discussed on the podcast on our Instagram page!For more, check out Show Notes on our website, at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE PODCAST RETURNS MAY 26th with On Another Plane, Part 2, so catch up with the first part of this hour-long episodes! In a jam-packed episode of cuts, Jesi and Lauren go through not just the episode but the scenes (and secretaries) that ended up on the cutting room floor. They also break down what the flashbacks mean for Frank and Murphy's characters. Plus: more on the life of Stevie Wonder and how a near-death accident changed his perspective…much like our heroes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in November, the ladies sat down and recorded a three-part Patreon series about Candice Bergen's (Murphy Brown) experience and influence on the history of SNL. Here is part one about the 1970s to celebrate #SNL50. Lauren and Jesi go through the history, stories as well as their thoughts on Candice's sketches! Learn about why you can't talk about the history of SNL with out Candy Bergen! Check out episodes of SNL on Peacock, Internet Database, YouTube, and most places you stream TV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren break down this Emmy-winning episode based on a true story with holiday tradition favorites, the gang’s hijinks, and the career of guest star Jenifer Lewis (Blackish, Sister Act, and more!). Also, this week, Lauren introduces us to the life of singer/songwriter Wilson Picket, and Jesi explores the history of the song The 12 Days of Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gals are ecstatic to have the great Susan Blommaert (Mr. Kaplan from The Blacklist, Doubt, X-Files, Edward Scissorhands, and more!)As you may have learned from our last episode, Susan was cut from the episode (check out the episode and our socials for the clip!), so this is your chance to learn not only about her role on the show but about her amazing career! Check out Susan's reel of amazing work on her IMDB page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a jam-packed episode of cuts, Jesi and Lauren go through not just the episode but the scenes (and secretaries) that ended up on the cutting room floor. They also break down what the flashbacks mean for Frank and Murphy's characters. Plus: more on the life of Stevie Wonder and how a near-death accident changed his perspective…much like our heroes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s spooky season on the Murphy Brown Podcast as Jesi and Lauren discuss the scariest villain in Murphy Brown history—late-stage capitalism and corporate America when the company AI buys the network… yes, A.I. in 1991! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emmy winner Judy Crown was behind the hair of your favorite 90’s sitcoms and more! We go behind the scenes and chat with Judy about working on Murphy Brown, Designing Women and Seinfeld, and how it was to create what TV Guide called the best hair on TV! Plus, her experiences working on Hook,  Misery and the infamous Captain EO with Coppola, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A pod fave, Jim (Charles Kimbrough), writes a spy novel. Is he secretly in love with Murphy?! The gals chat about the history of the modern spy novel, the love of a “work wife,” and, of course, the return of Doris! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren are excited to welcome Hannah Jiang and Thaddeus Morgan, two producers of the upcoming CNN Originals long-form doc “TV on The Edge,” whose first episode - airing Sunday, 9/22 at 9 pm on CNN - features commentary by Lauren and Jesi themselves! Watch the trailer here! Behind-the-scenes tidbits, cut moments from the cast and writers, as well as insight into how a journalist documentary is made! A great sorbet before watching the show this SUNDAY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy (Candice Bergen) loses her voice in a wager episode of Murphy Brown. The gals talk about behind-the-scenes tidbits from the writers and more. Jesi goes into the history of the White House Press Corp, and Lauren talks about the unbelievable history of The Four Tops tune “The Same Old Song.”Previous episodes on the story of The Four Tops: Origins. 307: The Last Laughwww.murphybrownpod.comEpisodes By Songs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy is being wooed by another network with expensive gifts! Jesi and Lauren breakdown stories from the set, the fascinating history behind anchors such as Barbara Walters & Diane Sawyer jumping ship to other networks. Plus, cut comments from the original script and a deep dive into the props in Murphy Brown’s (Candice Bergen) office!You can watch this episode or Murphy Brown, Show Notes, and interviews - www.murphybrownpod.com*We recorded this episode before the passing of Patti Yasutake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Pastorelli is in the spotlight in this Eldin-focused episode as Murphy Brown lampoons the artwork of the 1990s. Topics include: the life & career of New Jersey-bred Pastorelli and his relationship with Candice Bergen (Murphy Brown), the state of political murals in the 1980s & 90s, as well as being an artist then and today. Plus, an extended sidebar on the life of Robert Pastorelli.Check out show notes for this and every episode on our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a new interview segment on the podcast, Jesi and Lauren welcome talented casting director, Jodi Angstreich ("Fleishman Is In Trouble", "Eric", "The Girl From Plainview", & many more), to talk about the casting process today in contrast to how it was in the 1990s. Plus, a little "Murphy Brown" and pop culture faves! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s group project time, as Jesi and Lauren break down this episode based on a true story! Jesi and Lauren discuss the inspirational tales of the guest star characters, the timeline of corporate retreats, and the complicated & fascinating history of the phrase “Yes, We Can” (beyond election taglines)! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren break down this Emmy-winning episode based on a true story with holiday tradition favorites, the gang’s hijinks, and the career of guest star Jenifer Lewis (Blackish, Sister Act, and more!). Also, this week, Lauren introduces us to the life of singer/songwriter Wilson Picket, and Jesi explores the history of the song The 12 Days of Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a party…to save Corky’s marriage, as we get the return of Jane Leeves ("Frasier") as Audrey Cohen, Janet Carroll ("Married With Children") as Doris Dial, and Scott Bryce ("As The World Turns")! Topics include the history of the phrase “Having It All” and how it manifests in intersectional feminism today, 90s fashion, and the importance of communication in relationships. Plus, funny moments and BTS tidbits! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren are excited to talk to H. Alan Scott ("Out On The Lanai: A Golden Girls Podcast" & "Newsweek's Parting Shot") to talk about the connection between "Golden Girls" and "Murphy Brown", TV in the 90s vs today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The theme is sisterly love as Lauren and Jesi talk about Murphy’s birthday (what sign do you think Murphy is?), and answer the question, “Why does 'Designing Women' owe their success to "Murphy Brown"? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Murphy is kidnapped by 90s heartthrob Craig Bierko, and the Gang doesn’t believe her! Is this episode a bottle episode? What is a bottle episode? Jesi and Lauren take the test to find out. Other topics include The Shirelles' history, eco-terrorism, and why a pink donut box is so closely associated with LA and sitcoms! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren's breakdown of this major Jim episode! Highlights include Charles Kimbrough’s backstory for Jim, a modern famous anchor who lost it on air, and more behind-the-scenes tidbits & insights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesi and Lauren's breakdown of this major Jim episode! Highlights include the story of The Four Tops, the history of laughter and our health, and more behind-the-scenes tidbits & insights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauren and Jesi finish out the final Colleen Dewhurst episode with a music sidebar, behind-the-scenes tidbits from Diane Sawyer's week on the set for her news magazine show “Prime Time Live” - which takes us from story idea in the writer’s room to rehearsal and writers and finally filming day. Join our Patreon www.murphybrownpod.com/donate to see the full Prime Time Live and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gals break down the final Colleen Dewhurst arc as Avery Brown Sr with a jam-packed episode of behind-the-scenes tidbits, insights, and what the show had in store for Avery in Season Four. Stay tuned next week for Part 2 with the episode's music sidebar, cut moments, and how Murphy’s vulnerability affects us all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The happy day has finally arrived…Jerry’s back! The gals finish up this fan-favorite episode with returning character Jerry Gold (Emmy Winner Jay Thomas). The gals share more behind-the-scenes stories, Jesi sidebars on the film “A Man & A Woman,” how it connects to Nancy Meyers, and of course more romance…and shoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The happy day has finally arrived…Jerry’s back! The gals deep dive into the love story of Jerry Gold (Jay Thomas) and Murphy Brown (Candice Bergen) in this fan-favorite episode. Cut moments from the original script and behind-the-scenes stories included! Plus, Lauren does a sidebar on jewelry icon Elisa Peretti. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The real-life actors/writer’s union strike may be over, but not for the FYI Gang! Jesi and Murphy update the new season and are continuing season three! Sidebars include the life of Allen Toussaint, Candice Bergen’s 90s hair, Emmy-winning Fashion, unions, and how the episode connects to the recent 2023 Sag/Aftra and WGA strikes! Check out our website for show notes and how to watch this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best-selling author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (Mary & Lou, & Rhoda & Ted, Seinfeldia) writes about TV and culture, with a focus on the impact of women. The gals sit down with Jennifer on the subjects of two of her books: “When Women Invented Television,” and the fantastic four subjects of the book, from the more widely known Betty White to the lesser known Hazel Scott, the first African American to host her own show. They also discuss her latest book, “So Fetch: The Making of Mean Girls (And Why We're Still So Obsessed with It).” Plus, a few surprises along the way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best-selling author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (Mary and Lou, and Rhoda and Ted, Seinfeldia) writes about TV and culture, with a focus on the impact of women. The gals sit down with Jennifer on the subjects of two of her books: “When Women Invented Television,” and the fantastic four subjects of the book, from the more widely known Betty White to the lesser known Hazel Scott, the first African American to host her own show. They also discuss her latest book, “So Fetch: The Making of Mean Girls (And Why We're Still So Obsessed with It).” Plus, a few surprises along the way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ENCORE EPISODE FROM 2020: The gals welcome Anita Floris, the host of “I’m Listening: A Fraiser Fan Podcast ". Topics include: the great Jane Leeves, the sex appeal of the Dials, arrival party etiquette, as well as Anita’s first impressions of the series. Check out show notes including info we found on lampshades and New Year and to catch up on the podcast: https://www.murphybrownpod.com/2-14-what-are-you-doing-nyeAnita is Anitajewtina on Twitter & Instragam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An ENCORE from 2017: It’s that time of year! A TV tradition since the dawn of TV, the Christmas Episode! Jesi and Lauren go deep into Murphy Brown’s first Christmas (and Hanukkah) episode. Catch up on more episodes at www.murphybrownpod.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gals have a season three announcement and their thoughts on Candice Bergen's latest five-timers-club sketch. Stay until the end for questions Jesi and Lauren have for you to answer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.