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Movie Memory Machine: Barnyard (2006)

Hey Gruntheads! We wanted to give you a preview of our new show Movie Memory Machine, a podcast dedicated to forgotten movies.  If you like what you hear, subscribe to Movie Memory Machine wherever you listen to podcasts. New episodes drop every Friday. Movie Memory Machine is a forgotten movie podcast. Each week the Machine sends us backward and forward through time and forces us to watch a wide release film that history has forgotten, then decide if we should send it back to modern memory or leave it drifting in the ether of space. This episode the Machine sends us to August 4, 2006 to watch the Nickelodeon animated film Barnyard, with voices by Kevin James, Courtney Cox, and Sam Elliot. The animals at a sleepy little farm deep in the country have a big secret: whenever the farmer isn’t looking, they all walk on two legs, talk, and engage in all sorts of lighthearted shenanigans. The leader of the animals is Ben (voiced by Sam Elliott), a tough and stoic Holstein cow who keeps all the others in line, makes sure humans don’t find about their anthropomorphic lifestyle, and defends the farm from the vicious coyotes that lurk beyond the fence. His carefree son Otis (voiced by Kevin James) is more interested in goofing around with his friends than learning the principles of leadership - until Ben dies in a coyote attack, and it falls to Otis to lead the farm. As he struggles to balance his inner party animal with the new responsibilities that have been thrust upon him, Otis relies on the wisdom of his friend Miles the Mule (voiced by Danny Glover) and flirts with Daisy (voiced by Courtney Cox), a widowed pregnant cow who has just arrived on the farm.  Written and directed by Steve Oedekerk.   Support the Machine to keep it running for as little as $1/month over at Patreon. Movie Memory Machine is part of the Grunt Work Podcasts network. For more information on today’s episode, visit moviememorymachine.com. Theme song by Porky’s Groove Machine. Special thanks to Nate DuFort. Follow us: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

Meet the Machine — Coming April 26!

Transmitting April 26, 2024 — subscribe now on your favorite podcatcher or visit https://www.moviememorymachine.com/ Movie Memory Machine is a podcast dedicated to films that are forgotten but not gone. Each week the Machine sends us backward and forward through time and forces us to blow the dust off a wide release film that history has forgotten to decide if we should send it back to modern memory or leave it drifting in the ether of space.

Coming Soon: Movie Memory Machine!

Movie Memory Machine, a new show from Grunt Work Podcasts, is hosted by Truman Capps and Landen Celano as they float around time and space uncovering major release films that have been forgotten by modern memory. Coming Spring 2024. Follow the show on social media: @moviememorymachine

New Listener? Start Here

Does everybody know what time it is? It’s time to start Grunt Work, the longest running show about the TV show Home Improvement. Whether you are already a fan of the show or just enjoy vibing out to recap podcasts, we hope you’ll enjoy your time with us. This episode is just a welcome. We glad you stopped by and that you’ll stick around. 

Grunt Work Series Spectacular Finale The End For Real But Seriously, Part 3

Does everybody know what time it is? Time to say goodbye.   Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Grunt Work Series Spectacular Finale The End For Real, Part 2

Title: Grunt Work Series Spectacular Finale The End For Real… Part 2 Does everybody know what time it is? Time to say goodbye. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Grunt Work Series Spectacular Finale The End… Part 1

Title: Grunt Work Series Spectacular Finale The End… Part 1 Does everybody know what time it is? Time to say goodbye. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Tim Allen Presents: A User’s Guide to Home Improvement (2002)

Title: Tim Allen Presents: A User’s Guide to Home Improvement (2002) In 2002, Tim Allen, Richard Karn, and Debbe Dunning took to the live stage to present a look back at the life and legacy of Home Improvement in this 45-minute television special. This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 1, 2024 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Galaxy Quest (1999) - Part 2

Title: Galaxy Quest (1999) When an ensemble of actors who used to star in a television show called Galaxy Quest are contacted by real aliens to help stop the extermination of their species, the actors must step up and assume their roles for real. This episode was originally released: Jan 17, 2024 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Galaxy Quest (1999) - Part 1

Title: Galaxy Quest (1999) When an ensemble of actors who used to star in a television show called Galaxy Quest are contacted by real aliens to help stop the extermination of their species, the actors must step up and assume their roles for real. This episode was originally released: Jan 17, 2024 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Joe Somebody (2001)

Title: Joe Somebody (2001) Joe Schaffer is leading a humdrum life that he never wanted, a low-level communications employee at a pharmaceutical company, but when he is confronted by the company bully and slapped in front of his daughter, he vows to turn his life around. This episode was originally released: Jan 11, 2024 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Big Trouble (2002)

Title: Big Trouble (2002) When a nuclear weapon is stolen by two dumb criminals from two Russians, two cops must intervene along with two kids and two parents. However two hitmen try to eliminate a real estate baron who is at the center of this whole mess. This episode was originally released: Dec 21, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Christmas with the Kranks (2004)

Title: Christmas with the Kranks (2004) When their daughter leaves for the peace core, Luther and Nora Krank decide to do something for themselves by going on a cruise instead of celebrating Christmas. This however stud upsets the maniacally obsessed neighborhood. This episode was originally released: Dec 14, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

The Shaggy Dog (2006)

Title: The Shaggy Dog (2006) Dave Douglas is an assistant DA assigned to defend a pharmaceutical company against someone who has set a fire to their facilities. However the pharmaceutical company is experimenting with an ancient Tibetan dog who, when escaped from its cage, bites Dave on the hand and turns him magically into a human – shaggy dog hybrid. This episode was originally released: Dec 7, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

A Dog for Christmas (2015)

Title: A Dog for Christmas (2015) The Madison family is hosting Christmas and amidst the chaos, their daughter only wants one thing this year: a dog. This episode was originally released: Nov 23, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

I’ll be Home for Christmas (1998)

Title: I’ll be Home for Christmas (1998) A smart talking college kid who doesn’t want to go home for Christmas is bribed by his father with the family Porsche if he makes it home for Christmas dinner. However, he doesn’t expect at the number of setbacks that force him to make the journey from California to New York via road trip while glued inside a Santa suit. This episode was originally released: Nov 16, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Wild Hogs (2007), Part Two

Title: Wild Hogs (2007) Four old friends and motorcycle enthusiasts who have formed a biker gang called The Wild Hogs set off on a road trip seeking adventure to spice up their middle-aged lives. However, when they cross paths with a real biker gang, they find more adventure than they were looking for. This episode was originally released: Nov 9, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Wild Hogs (2007), Part One

Title: Wild Hogs (2007) Four old friends and motorcycle enthusiasts who have formed a biker gang called The Wild Hogs set off on a road trip seeking adventure to spice up their middle-aged lives. However, when they cross paths with a real biker gang, they find more adventure than they were looking for. This episode was originally released: Nov 2, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Zoom (2006)

Title: Zoom (2006) Jack Shepard used to be a superhero with super speed, but has turned his back on the business after his super team was murdered by his brainwashed brother who was exiled into another dimension. 30 years later, the government asks Jack to suit up again and teach a new generation of supers how to be heroes before the second coming of his brother. This episode was originally released: Oct 26, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

California Dreaming (2007)

Title: California Dreaming (2007) The Gainors have packed the RV and are ready to head to Doheny Beach, California. That is, if they can get out of town first. One disaster begets the next as their family dissolves. This episode was originally released: Oct 5, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Viva Los Nowhere aka Dead Simple (2001)

Title: Viva Los Nowhere aka Dead Simple (2001) Frank Jacobs (Daniel Stern) is a motel owner in the geographical center of the country, but has dreams of being a country singer. When he meets another singer (James Caan) and his femme fatale girlfriend, Frank’s life is turned upside down. First, his wife is murdered (Patricia Richardson) and then as the police begin to investigate, his wife’s twin sister (Patricia Richardson) shows up asking questions. This episode was originally released: Sept 28, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Little Bigfoot 2: The Journey Home (1998)

Title: Little Bigfoot 2: The Journey Home While on a camping vacation, a family finds themselves stuck between a baby Bigfoot and the land development baron who wants the creature for fame and fortune. This episode was originally released: Sept 21, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 8 Super Spectacular Our coverage of Season 8, the final season of Home Improvement. Tune in for our favorite episodes, character actors, and the season MVP. Plus, the future of Grunt Work. This episode was originally released: Sept 15, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 27: The Long and Winding Road: Part 3b (1999)

Title: The Long and Winding Road, Part 3b Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 27 Broadcast date: May 25, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Lloyd Garver, Bruce Ferber, Molly Sims Episode Synopsis: In the series finale, Al and Trudy get married in the Taylor’s backyard where Tim and Wilson have to remove the fence to accommodate for space. Tim and Jill also continue to discuss moving to Indiana. Will they? This episode was originally released: Aug 31, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 27: The Long and Winding Road: Part 3a (1999)

Title: The Long and Winding Road, Part 3a Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 27 Broadcast date: May 25, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Lloyd Garver, Bruce Ferber, Molly Sims Episode Synopsis: In the series finale, Al and Trudy get married in the Taylor’s backyard where Tim and Wilson have to remove the fence to accommodate for space. Tim and Jill also continue to discuss moving to Indiana. Will they? This episode was originally released: Aug 24, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 26: The Long and Winding Road: Part 2 (1999)

Title: The Long and Winding Road: Part 2 (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 26 Broadcast date: May 25, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Jim Praytor Written by: Carmen Finestra, Billy Riback Episode Synopsis: While Tim drives Brad and Mark to school, they reminisce about all the memories they’ve as they consider moving to Indiana. This episode was originally released: Aug 17, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 25: The Long and Winding Road: Part 1 (1999)

Title: The Long and Winding Road: Part 1 (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 18, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Laurie Gleman Episode Synopsis: When the new VP of Programming for Binford turns Tool Time into a violent daytime talkshow, Tim, Al, and Heidi decide to quit. At the same time, Jill receives an incredible job opportunity that would force the Taylors to move to Indiana. This would be decisive for Jill’s career, but Tim has reservations about moving. This episode was originally released: Aug 10, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 24: Dead Weight (1999)

Title: Dead Weight (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 18, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jennifer Celotta Episode Synopsis: Al decides he wants to propose to Trudy, but before he does, he takes his mother out to tell her the news. However, upon seeing the ring, Al’s mom keels over and dies. Meanwhile, on Tool Time, more corporate changes are taking place and the Binford branding is getting out of control. This episode was originally released: Jul 20, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 23: Trouble-A-Bruin (1999)

Title: Trouble-A-Bruin (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 23 Broadcast date: May 11, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Tracy Gamble, David Maples Episode Synopsis: A talent scout from UCLA is visiting to watch Brad play soccer for a scholarship opportunity. However, Brad’s knee is not fully healed after tearing a ligament a few months back. His decision to play could mean his future at UCLA or never playing soccer again. Meanwhile, Tim is incensed that the executives at Binford are implementing huge changes that impact the way Tim wants to do the show. This episode was originally released: Jul 13, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 22: Loose Lips and Freudian Slips (1999)

Title: Loose Lips and Freudian Slips (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 22 Broadcast date: May 4, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Tim Allen Written by: Kim Flagg Episode Synopsis: Mark and Jill are both finishing their thesis for their respective schools—Mark’s a documentary about the Taylor family and Jill’s her PhD psychology paper. However, Mark films Jill shit talking her professor who will be overseeing her paper’s defense, and her professor’s step-son just so happens to be in Mark’s class and attending the premiere of Mark’s film. This episode was originally released: Jul 6, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 21: A Hardware Habit to Break (1999)

Title: A Hardware Habit to Break (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Mar 30, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Vandergriff Episode Synopsis: Harry is selling the hardware store and to save it, Tim tries to find a buyer. However, after the bare minimum peer pressure, he decides to buy it himself. First, they seem to lose money because Marty isn’t the best salesman, but when Jeff steps in, the Taylor clan find they work best together and start to turn a profit. This episode was originally released: Jun 22, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 20: Neighbors (1999)

Title: Neighbors (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 16, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Patricia Richardson Written by: Drew Levin Episode Synopsis: When Tim takes Wilson to a Red Wing game, he wins $10,000 and decides he wants to build a new greenhouse in the backyard. However, this would mean that it would block the fence and prevent Tim from his primary source of support and wisdom. This episode was originally released: Jun 15, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 19: Love’s Labor Lost, Part 2 (1999)

Title: Love’s Labor Lost, Part 2 (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Mar 2, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims Episode Synopsis: Back home recovering from her hysterectomy, Jill starts exhibiting symptoms of early menopause. Tim has invited Jill’s mom to help provide support, but Jill’s experience becomes existential This episode was originally released: Jun 8, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 18: Love’s Labor Lost, Part 1 (1999)

Title: Love’s Labor Lost, Part 1 (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 23, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims Episode Synopsis: Jill is experiencing atypical symptoms during her menstrual cycle, but keeps putting off a visit to the doctor because her Master’s thesis is due. However, when the pain doesn’t go away, she relents and discovers she has a benign tumor that must force her to get a hysterectomy. This episode was originally released: Jun 1, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 17: Young at Heart (1999)

Title: Young at Heart (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 18, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver Episode Synopsis: When Brad’s Mustang needs some work, Tim takes it in to the best mechanic in town. Only, it turns out that Alex (Jenny McCarthy) is a woman—something that Tim does not expect and is not ready for. He denies his attraction to her even as it impacts his and Jill’s anniversary. This episode was originally released: May 25, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 16: Mark’s Big Break (1999)

Title: Mark's Big Break (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 9, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Jon Pollack Episode Synopsis: Tim is finally revealing the hot rod on Tool Time and asks the family for ideas. Mark offers to shoot a video, but the result is not what Tim had in mind. Together, they decide on a new direction... a musical one. This episode was originally released: May 18, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 15: Knee Deep (1999)

Title: Knee Deep (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Feb 2, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Jon Pollack Episode Synopsis: While filming an episode of tool Time in the Taylor house, Brad accidentally trips over some pulled up carpet and injures his knee. The doctors examine it and suggest that he might not ever play soccer again. This episode was originally released: May 11, 2023 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 14: Home Alone (1999)

Title: Home Alone (1999) Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 19, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jennifer Celotta, Adam England Episode Synopsis: Tim has been asked by Binford to write a book on manhood, but he hasn’t produced any chapters despite spending his entire advance. With only one weekend left to show them the first three chapters, Tim must put pen to paper and get writing. This episode was originally released: May 4, 2023 Grunt Count: 0 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Flight of Black Angel (1991)

Captain Eddie Gordon (William O’Leary) is the best pilot in his division. However, he experiences delusions of grandeur when he suddenly believes he’s on a mission from God to destroy Las Vegas. He steals a nuclear weapon and a jet and begins his mission… Join our Patreon for as little as $1 to access our entire archive of Grunt Work: Nights episodes.

Project Alf (1996)

The Alien Task Force, led by Col. Gilbert Milfoil (Martin Sheen), sets out to dissect Alf for scientific purposes, but two empathetic officers, Captain Rick Mullican (William O’Leary) and Major Melissa Hill (Jensen Daggett) kidnap Alf and drive him cross country to a disgraced NASA scientist who has machinations of his own to regain his fame by displaying Alf for all the world to see. Join our Patreon for as little as $1 to access our entire archive of Grunt Work: Nights episodes.

Murder in Coweta County (1983)

Based on a true story, Sheriff Lamar Potts (Johnny Cash) pursues a Deep South power-hungry demagogue (Andy Griffith) who believes he’s above the law after he shoots and kills someone in sight of numerous townsfolk. Join our Patreon for as little as $1 to access our entire archive of Grunt Work: Nights episodes.

Grunt Work 2: Pilot, Again

Season 1, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 17, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: John Cothran Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean, Matt Williams Episode Synopsis: In the inaugural episode of Home Improvement, we meet masculine cable TV handyman Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) as he struggles to balance his popular show "Tool Time" with his his rambunctuous nuclear family. Tim's wife Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) is on her way to a job interview and asks Tim to keep an eye on their boys Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) while she's gone. She also makes Tim promise not to try and upgrade the dishwasher with "more power" - a regular habit of his that often has disastrous results. Instead, Tim tricks out the dishwasher with the Blastmaster Compressor, which Jill discovers when the dishwasher blasts a dinner plate across the room. She's furious at Tim for disobeying her - and her day doesn't get any better when she learns she didn't get the job. After some sage advice from his wise neighbor Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim apologizes to Jill during the next day's episode of "Tool Time." Jill accepts his apology... And then locks him in the garage naked while she has a repairman install a new dishwasher. This podcast episode was originally released: April 1, 2023 Grunt Count: 17 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

County Line: No Fear (2022)

MVP2: Most Vertical Primate (2001)

Season 8, Episode 13: Chop Shop ‘til You Drop (1999)

Title: Chop Shop ‘til You Drop Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 5, 1999 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Kathryn Joosten, Brent Hinkley, Holly Maples, Mike Grief, Dan Tullis Jr., Adrienne Evans Directed by: Shawn Shea Written by: David Maples This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 9, 2023 Episode Synopsis: Brad has saved up for a new car, but the first day he takes it out, it gets stolen. The police can't do much without direct evidence, which incenses Tim who decides to take matters into his own hands. Dawning disguises and a hidden camera, he ropes Al into conducting a sting operation on a local chop shop he believes responsible for the crime. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 12: Ploys for Tots (1998)

Title: Ploys for Tots Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 15, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Bartlett, William O’Leary, Thom Sharp, Megan Cavanagh, Lindsey Trefger, Ashley Tefger Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 2, 2023 Episode Synopsis: Marty and his daughters are still living with the Taylors while he and his wife are separated - and lately, he's been letting his daughter Claire call all the shots. When Claire's tantrums and entitled antics start getting out of control, Jill insists that Marty get past his guilt over the separation and start imposing rules and boundaries on his girls. Marty is angry and defiant, but with some help from Tim he learns how to wait out a tantrum like a pro. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 11: Home for the Holidays (1998)

Title: Home for the Holidays Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 8, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary, Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Pollack This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 23, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Randy makes a surprise trip home for Christmas, but finds the Taylor house very different from how he left it. With Marty and his daughters staying at the house, Mark and Brad bunking in his old room, and a gaggle of extended family in town, there’s so much chaos around the house that the family barely seems to notice that Randy’s back. Randy feels like his old life has moved on without him, but a rooftop conversation with Tim and Jill helps him remember that he’ll always have a home here, Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 10: Thanks, But No Thanks (1998)

Title: Thanks, But No Thanks Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 24, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary, Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Pollack This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 30, 2023 Episode Synopsis: When Tim discovers that his brother MARTY has separated from his wife Nancy and is sleeping at Harry's Hardware, he offers to let Marty and his two daughters come and stay at the house. Jill, Mark , and Brad are furious that Tim has invited three people to live with them without consulting the family first - but eventually it's Marty who is the most upset once Tim and Jill begin doing such a great job parenting his daughters that he feels like a failure. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 9: Mr. Likeable (1998)

Title: Mr. Likeable Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 17, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Morgan Fairchild, Bobby Slayton, Courtnee Draper, Pete Gardner, Ron Fassler, Layne Beamer, Artie Anderson Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 30, 2023 Episode Synopsis: When Tool Time’s ratings show that Al’s likability is off the charts with viewers, Tim is uncharacteristically supportive and offers to become Al’s manager. Tim books a number of sponsorship and pitchman gigs for Al, but grows concerned when Al hires a sleazy talent agent who begins trying to promote him as an actor. Al chokes while filming a scene with Morgan Fairchild for a made for TV movie and his agent ditches him - but Tim provides moral support and reminds Al why people like him so much in the first place. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 8: Tim’s First Car (1998)

Title: Tim’s First Car Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 10, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Dennis Burkley Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Kim Flagg, David Mapless This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 30, 2023 Episode Synopsis: When Tim sees his first car in line to be crushed at a junkyard, he begs Jill to let him buy it and restore it. At first Jill refuses because she believes it's ridiculous for them to buy yet another car, until a conversation with Wilson helps her to understand how important it is for men to own as many cars as possible. When Tim goes back to the junkyard, his old car has already been crushed - so Jill makes the ultimate sacrifice to help Tim's dreams come true. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

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Season 8, Episode 7: Not-So-Great Scott (1998)

Title: Not-So-Great Scott Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 3, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mark Dobies, Hillary Danger, Vasili Bogazianos, Channing Chase Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 14, 2022 Episode Synopsis: One of Jill’s therapy clients confesses to her that she’s been having an affair with a married man, who Jill quickly deduces is Heidi’s husband Scott. Jill unethically repeats this information to Tim, who in turn blurts it out to Scott and Heidi when the two couples go out for dinner. Jill feels awful for betraying her client’s trust, but Wilson tells her not to worry about it. Scott and Heidi agree to work through their problems and recommit to their relationship, so everything turns out A-OK in the end. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 6: Bewitched (1998)

Title: Bewitched Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 27, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Natalija Nogulich, Richard Riehle, David Starzyk, Robert Neches, Laura Hauser, Milton Canady, Jeff Steck Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jennifer Celotta, Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 7, 2022 Episode Synopsis: On the spookiest, most pranktacular night of the year, Tim goes to Wilson's Halloween party and meets his new girlfriend Agatha, a literal witch. After Tim advises Wilson to break up with Agatha, Wilson goes missing - and when the police arrive to investigate, all the clues point them to Tim! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 5: Al’s Fair Lady (1998)

Title: Al’s Fair Lady Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 20, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Megan Cavanagh Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Tracy Gamble This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 1, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Things have been going great with Al’s new girlfriend Trudy, a wealthy heiress who met Al while impersonating an electrician on Tool Time last season. Tim and Jill have dinner with Al and Trudy at her mansion, and they’re shocked when Trudy gives Al a classic Ferrari as a one month anniversary gift. Jill and Al are both concerned that Trudy is moving things along too quickly, but Tim is just elated to have another classic car in his immediate vicinity. Ultimately, after consultation with Wilson, Al gives Trudy the car back, telling her he doesn’t want material things to come between them and their relationship. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 4: Taylor Got Game (1998)

Title: Taylor Got Game Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 13, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Simon Templeman Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jon Pollack This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 22,2022 Episode Synopsis: Studying for the SATs is making Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) sad - but when Wilson's British friend Simon offers him a chance to play pro soccer in England, Brad is glad. Tim (Tim Allen) and Jill (Patricia Richardson) tell him he can't just skip out on college to be a pro athlete, which makes Brad mad. Ultimately, he decides to go to college after a conversation with Brad's dad. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 3: All in the Family (1998)

Title: All in the Family Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Oct 6, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tudi Roche, Thom Sharp Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 16, 2023 Episode Synopsis: Jill’s sister Carrie unexpectedly shows up in Detroit, and Jill invites her to stay at their house instead of a hotel - much to Tim’s chagrin. During her stay, Tim’s slobbish, unemployed brother Jeff comes over for dinner, and he and Carrie get along so well that they wind up sleeping together. Jill is mortified that her brother would go for someone like Jeff, and Tim is offended that Jill is casting aspersions on his brother. After a conversation with Wilson, Jill realizes that by looking down on Jeff she’s just mirroring her father’s judgmental tendencies, and resolves to be more supportive of her sister’s new relationship. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 2: Adios (1998)

Title: Adios Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 29, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Dennis Cockrum, Shelby Grimm, Harry J. Campbell, William T. Lewis, Tim Reeder, Steffon, Sam Sarpong Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 9, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Randy and his girlfriend Lauren both applied for a year-long environmental activism program in Costa Rica - but only Lauren was accepted. Randy is heartbroken to be separated from his lady love, until a surprise phone call reveals that a spot has opened up in the program and he can go to the jungle after all. Jill is shocked and terrified at the thought of her son disappearing to Central America for the next 12 months, which prompts Tim to tell Randy he should stay in Michigan so his Mom won't be sad. Randy is furious, and with a little help from Wilson, Tim realizes that his advice to Randy was prompted by his own unresolved feelings about the boy's departure. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 8, Episode 1: Whitewater (1998)

Title: Whitewater Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 22, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Michael Cudlitz, Laurel Green, Chris Stacy Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 2, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim is upset when Jill derails his birthday plans to watch a NASCAR race by planning a surprise whitewater rafting trip with him, Al, Heidi, and Wilson. Tim whines and complains throughout the trip until Jill gets angry at him for not being upfront with her about not wanting to go on the trip. But when the group accidentally rafts into some treacherous rapids, everyone pulls together to make it through safely - and Tim winds up having a great time. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

The Spiral Staircase (2000)

Title: The Spiral Staircase (2000) During a storm, a group of people are trapped inside a mansion with a killer. This episode was originally released: Oct 5, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

County Line: All In (2022)

Title: County Line: All In (2022) Sheriff Rockwell teams up with the new sheriff of York County, a young woman, to solve a murder that happened on the county line. This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 21, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

County Line (2017)

Title: County Line (2017) When former sheriff Alden Rockwell's best friend is shot, he volunteers as a private investigator to find out the truth behind the shooting and discovers a criminal conspiracy between two counties. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

True Heart (1999)

Title: True Heart (1999) A brother and sister are plane-wrecked in Canada, where they must rely on the help of a native and his bear. This episode was originally released: Aug 26, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Crazy on the Outside (2010)

Title: Crazy on the Outside (2010) A recently paroled ex-con who has trouble adjusting to the wacky normalcy of life outside of prison. He has spent the last three years behind bars after getting caught committing a crime and taking the rap for his much more dangerous pal. This episode was originally released: Aug 10, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 7 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 7 Super Spectacular A look back on season seven of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Dec 17, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

For Richer or Poorer (1997)

Title: For Richer or Poorer (1997) An unhappily married Manhattan socialite couple flee from the I.R.S. and end up in Amish country where they pretend to be visiting relatives. This episode was originally released: Jul 14, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Soul Man - Season 1, Episode 1: Pilot (1997)

Title: Soul Man - The Pilot Reverend Mike Weber gives permission to the younger Reverend Todd Tucker to perform the sermon at Sunday’s service. Meanwhile, Mike is also dealing with his son Kenny’s pulling away from him in his teenage years. Co-starring Zachery Ty Bryan as Brad Taylor! This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 16, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 25: From Top to Bottom (1998)

Title: From Top to Bottom Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 19, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Joan Lunden, Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, William O’Leary, Patrick Cronin, Lisa Robins, Judyann Elder Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 2, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim is upset when Jill goes on a local women's talk show and talks about Tim's eccentric behavior stemming from his recent midlife crisis. Also, Tim almost finishes his hot rod. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 24: Tool-Thousand One: A Space Odyssey (1998)

Title: Tool-Thousand-One: A Space Odyssey Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 12, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Randy Thompson, Harry S. Murphy, Ken Bowersox, Steve Hawley, Jeff Steck Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: May 26, 2022 Episode Synopsis: NASA astronaut and frequent Tool Time guest Ken Bowersox comes on the show to announce that NASA will be using a Binford tool on the next shuttle mission. Better yet, one lucky Binford employee will be chosen to go into space to operate the tool. Tim and Al both head to Houston for astronaut training in hopes of being picked for the mission. But when Tim learns that Mark is going through some tough times back in Detroit, he decides to quit the space race so he can be there for his son. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 23: Rebel Without Driving Privileges (1998)

Title: Rebel Without Night Driving Privileges Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 23 Broadcast date: May 5, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Megan Cavanagh, Kaylan Romero Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Jennifer Fisher, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: May 19, 2022 Episode Synopsis: At long last Randy has gotten his driver's license - but, remembering the car accident Brad got into on his first night as a driver, Jill and Tim tell Randy they don't want him driving at night for his first month with a license. Randy is outraged to be punished for Brad's mistake, doubly so when Jill lets Mark go out late to practice with his band. When Randy defiantly takes the Nomad on a late night drive, Tim and Jill debate whether it's unfair to have different rules for different boys. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 22: Believe It or Not (1998)

Title: Believe It or Not Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 28, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Grant Hill, William O’Leary, Jimmy Labriola, Bill Ferrell, Milton Canady Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jon Vandergriff, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 27, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Wilson confides in Tim that many years ago he saw a UFO while he was living in Turkey. Tim thinks this is absolutely insane and proceeds to blab about it to everyone he knows, even though Wilson swore him to secrecy. Offended at the breach in trust, Wilson refuses to speak to Tim. To try and mend fences, Tim goes online and spends a night reading about alien conspiracy theories, prompting some crazy dreams and a newfound belief that the truth is out there. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 21: The Son Also Mooches (1998)

Title: The Son Also Mooches Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Apr 21, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Bartlett, Thom Sharp, William O’Leary, Graham Jarvis, Kathleen Freeman, Montrose Hagins, Kate Williamson Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Eric Horsted This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 20, 2022 Episode Synopsis: When Tim's older, balder brother Jeff moves back in with their mother after his drive-thru pet shop business goes belly up, Tim is eager to get back the $1200 he invested in the failed venture. But when he finds out that Jeff has taken out an even bigger loan from their mother to start an office supply shop, he grows concerned that Jeff is taking their mom for a ride. Meanwhile, Jill needs glasses! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 20: The Write Stuff (1998)

Title: The Write Stuff Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 31, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Justin Shenkarow, Kaj-Erik Eriksen Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jennifer Celotta, Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 13, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Randy is put off when Brad, in search of an extracurricular activity, joins the school newspaper. Soon he’s even more put off when Brad’s weekly sports gossip column “Hey Yo” gets way more attention than his painstakingly researched report on genetic mutations. Randy and Brad come to blows over their competing columns, until Jill and Wilson help them to understand that they need to make the most of their time together before Brad goes off to college. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 19: Desperately Seeking Willow (1998)

Title: Desperately Seeking Willow Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Mar 17, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: China Kantner, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Casey Sander, Neil Barton, T.J. Thyne, George Hertzberg, Robert Hallar, Kelly Paxton Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jennifer Fisher, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 7, 2022 Episode Synopsis: When Wilson gets his house fumigated for bats, his niece Willow comes to stay with the Taylors for a few days. But when she doesn't come home after a wild night of clubbing and bowling with drag queens, Jill launches a full-scale search and rescue operation to make sure she's okay. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Grant Work: Two Weeks Notice (2002)

Title: Grant Work: Two Weeks Notice (2002) Sandra Bullock is an environmental lawyer who is hired by Hugh Grant, an executive responsible for the very corporate expansion that she fights against. This episode was originally released: Apr 1, 2022 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 18: Futile Attraction (1998)

Title: Futile Attraction Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Mar 10, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Payne Stewart, Pamela Hudacek Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: David Maples, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 24, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Heidi is having a tough time. She and her husband Scott are fighting, and they’ve temporarily separated while they try to work things out. At Tim’s urging, Al takes Heidi out for drinks to console her. But when Tim discovers that Heidi went home with Al and spent the night at his place, he becomes obsessed with finding out whether Al and Heidi slept together. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 17: Taking Jill for Granite (1998)

Title: Taking Jill for Granite Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Mar 3, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom Wopat, Tammy Lauren Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 17, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim has finally hired the best granite guy in Michigan to finish the countertops in their kitchen remodel. But when he turns out to be Ian - the cute guy from the YMCA who asked Jill out - the sexual tension at the Taylor house gets cranked up to 11. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 16: What a Drag (1998)

Title: What a Drag Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 24, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Kaylan Romero Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 9, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim finds a bag of weed hidden in their backyard gazebo and launches an undercover sting operation with Jill to see who left it there. When they catch Brad going out back to toke up they confront him and he admits the weed is his. To convince him of the dangers of drug use, Jill shares that she used to smoke lots of pot in college - until a bad trip at a Led Zeppelin concert scared her straight. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 15: Say Goodnight, Gracie (1998)

Title: Say Goodnight, Gracie Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Feb 10, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: China Kantner, William O’Leary, Kristen Hooper, Kaitlyn Hooper Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Laurie Gelman, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 2, 2022 Episode Synopsis: When Tim unexpectedly has to care for his niece Grace, he realizes that he wants to have a daughter. Jill isn’t as keen on the idea. Tim mopes about it for awhile, until Wilson reminds him that if he wants to play with a little girl he can just hang out with Grace some more. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 14: Tim ‘The Landlord’ Taylor (1998)

Title: Tim ‘The Landlord’ Taylor Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Feb 3, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Eric Horsted, Bruce Bellocchi This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 23, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Jill have bought another house in the neighborhood as a rental property - and Al is their first tenant. Tim is a terrible landlord, subjecting Al to a rigorous background check and making him sign a massive lease with a million addendums. But after moving in, Al turns the tables on Tim, forcing him to repair the house’s many defects per the strict and legally binding terms of the lease. After several days of repairs, Tim is ready to try and evict Al. But after talking with Wilson, he comes to realize that Al’s friendship means more to him than this petty squabble, and decides to tear up the lease. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 13: An Older Woman (1998)

Title: An Older Woman Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 20, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Maggie Lawson, Haynes Brooke, Milton Canady Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 16, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Jill are overjoyed when Brad gets back into the dating game - but less so when they discover that his new girlfriend, Samantha, is a 20-year-old junior at Wayne State University. Brad and Samantha spend every waking moment together over the course of a month - but Tim and Jill's concerns go into hyperdrive when the happy couple announces their plan to get married. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 12: Old College Try (1998)

Title: The Old College Try Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Jan 6, 1998 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Al Fann, Josh Blake, RonReaco Lee, Steve Monroe, Arroyn Lloyd, Maitland Ward Directed by: Albert Alarr Written by: Jennifer Celotta, Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 9, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Tim starts teaching an auto shop class at the local college, where he’s a big hit with all of his students. Before long, Tim begins to ditch his lame old friends so he can go out carousing with his students, eating pizza and drag racing late into the night. But when he invites a few of his pupils over for dinner with Jill, their boorish behavior and poor table manners remind Tim what he likes about spending time around people his own age. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 11: Bright Christmas (1997)

Title: Bright Christmas Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 16, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: George Coe, Polly Holliday Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 2, 2022 Episode Synopsis: Jill's mother is visiting Detroit for her first Christmas since her husband died. Jill is all ready to be supportive and console her mother through this tough time - until she learns that her mother has begun dating a charming retired engineer, who she's invited to join them for the holidays. As Jill struggles with her feelings about her mother moving on, Tim struggles with a set of stringent new rules for the annual neighborhood holiday decoration contest. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 10: The Dating Game (1997)

Title: The Dating Game Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Dec 9, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Liz Vassey, Kari Coleman, Anastasia Sakelaris, John Lykes, Shawn Shea Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 26, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Al sinks into a deep depression when he finds out his ex-fiance Ilene is engaged to a new man. After several days of a mopey, despondent Al hanging around the Taylor house for every meal, Jill and the boys make Tim take Al to a singles bar to help wingman him into a new relationship. At the bar, Al meets a girl and hits it off when he claims to be a famous tool show host - and her friend falls hard for Tim, who has to claim to be unmarried in order to keep up the ruse. When the girls want to meet up again the following night, Tim refuses to keep the deception going, forcing Al to come clean to his new lady friend. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 9: Thanksgiving (1997)

Title: Thanksgiving Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 25, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom Poston, Rodney Dangerfield, China Kantner, Alex Rococo Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Carmen Finestra, Eric Horsted, David McFadzean This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 19, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Tim gets tickets for the whole family to sit in a luxury box for a Detroit Lions game on Thanksgiving. Shenanigans ensue. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 8: Losing My Religion (1997)

Title: Losing My Religion Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 18, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Dan Aykroyd, China Kantner, Lauren Tuerk, Phyllis Ehrlich, Eileen Heckart Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 12, 2022 Episode Synopsis: When Randy begins volunteering at a hospice home, he meets a feisty terminally ill woman who encourages him to question authority, which prompts Randy to start questioning organized religion. Concerned, Tim takes this up with Al's priest, Mike, a cool dude who loves playing the blues, busting ghosts and being nothing but trouble. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 7: Jill’s Passion (1997)

Title: Jill’s Passion Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 11, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom Wopat, Tammy Lauren, Carole Androsky Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 27, 2021 Episode Synopsis: When Jill gets hit on by an attractive, opera-loving widower at the YMCA, she begins to fear that her relationship with Tim has lost its spark and passion. These fears increase when she has a romantic dream about smooching said gym rat by the elliptical trainer. But together, Tim and Jill work out their relationship troubles in an all night long heart to heart. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 6: The Niece (1997)

Title: The Niece Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Nov 4, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: China Kantner, Patrick Cronin, Byrne Piven Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 15, 2021 Episode Synopsis: It’s Wilson’s birthday, and the Taylors throw him a surprise party and invite all his friends. Tim goes the extra mile with his gift: In addition to tracking down and restoring the old Studebaker that used to belong to Wilson’s father, he also tracks down Wilson’s wandering niece Willow and invites her to join the party. Wilson is overjoyed to be reunited with Willow, who soon moves into his house. But after a few days, the nomadic Willow begins to feel smothered by her attentive uncle and makes plans to leave. Fortunately, Tim is able to broker a conversation between her and Wilson where they can communicate openly. Wilson agrees to give Willow more space, and Willow agrees to stick around for awhile longer. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 5: A Night to Dismember (1997)

Title: A Night to Dismember Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 28, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Kaylan Romero Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Eric Horsted This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 8, 2021 Episode Synopsis: When Mark casts his family in a horror movie he's directing, Jill grows concerned that her gloomy, moody son really does want to murder his parents and siblings. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 4: Pump You Up (1997)

Title: Pump You Up Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 14, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Corrina Everson, Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Kyle Howard, Morgan Nagler Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Dev 2, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Everyone is over the moon when Brad gets scouted for a potential soccer scholarship to the University of North Carolina. To make sure he’s in top condition, Tim and Brad embark on an aggressive fitness training regimen at the YMCA. Tim’s training and encouragement has Brad playing the best soccer of his life - until he gets kicked off the soccer team because he mouthed off to the coach for benching him during a game. After consulting with Wilson, Tim goes to Brad and reminds him that he’ll always be proud of him no matter how good of a soccer player he is. Meanwhile, Jill coaches Randy and his girlfriend Lauren on how to avoid a boring couple that wants to hang out with them. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 3: Room at the Top (1997)

Title: Room at the Top Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Oct 7, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tammy Lauren, George DelHoyo, Jack Blessing, Milton Canady Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 24, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Jill is under mounting stress as her therapy work takes off -- and after Brad spills soda over a bunch of her paperwork on the kitchen table, she decides the solution is more space. Jill enlists an eager Tim to convert the attic into an office, but after a conversation with her therapist she realizes that this will only bring more stress into her life, in line with a pattern of taking on more than she can handle. When Jill tells Tim not to build the office after all, he's upset at her for toying with his tool man emotions, and only after a conversation with Wilson does Tim come to realize the real source of his anger. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 2: A Clash of Taylors (1997)

Title: Clash of the Taylors Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 30, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Peter Siragusa, Shelley Morrison, Kaylan Romero, James DuMont, Paul Keith Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Jennifer Celotta, Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 17, 2021 Episode Synopsis: When Randy is assigned to write an article about the environment for the school paper, he’s outraged to discover that Binford is one of Detroit’s biggest polluters. Tim bristles at this criticism of his employer, so to set the record straight he takes Randy to meet with Binford CEO Bud Harper. In Bud’s office, Randy angrily calls Bud out for his corporate doublespeak and evasive answers and calls Tim a sellout for taking his side. Tim is furious - but after a conversation with Wilson, he comes to appreciate his son’s passion for what he believes in. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 7, Episode 1: Quest for Fire (1997)

Title: Quest for Fire Season, Episode: Season 7, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 23, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Ashley Peldon, Veronica Lauren, Haynes Brooke Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 10, 2021 Episode Synopsis: In the season 7 premiere of Home Improvement, the Taylors are heading up to their cabin at the lake for some rest and relaxation - but Tim is acting strange. He's using five dollar words like "vis a vis" and "quid pro quo" while dropping constant hints about some big surprise he has in store for the family. Meanwhile, a newly single Brad is despondent over the loss of his lady love Angela, while Mark has begun dressing in all black. After some lighthearted lakeside shenanigans, Tim reveals his surprise: he's going to buy the rundown lodge by the lake and renovate it so they can all move up there and run it together as as a family. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 6 Super Spectacular A look back on season six of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Dec 17, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Wild America (1997)

Title: Wild America (1997) Three brothers who are obsessed with animals are given permission from their parents to travel around America with a camera documenting wildlife. This episode was originally released: Oct 2, 2021 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Jungle 2 Jungle (1997)

Title: Jungle 2 Jungle (1997) A man learns he has a thirteen-year-old son who was raised in the jungle and brings the boy to New York City, turning his life upside down in the process. This episode was originally released: Sept 22, 2021 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 25: The Kiss & the Kiss-Off (1997)

Title: The Kiss & The Kiss-Off Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 20, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Pamela Anderson, Courtney Peldon, Vasili Bogazianos, Gail Bearden Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jennifer Celota, Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 16, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Tool Time fans across Michigan begin howling like wolves and banging themselves over the head with frying pans when original Tool Girl Lisa makes a surprise appearance on Tool Time. But when an overenthusiastic Tim offers her a recurring guest role on the show, Heidi starts to feel undervalued. Meanwhile, things heat up with Randy and Lauren as he takes her out on a birthday date to the only nice restaurant in Royal Oak. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 24: Taps (1997)

Title: Taps Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 13, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Carlene Watkins, Maryedith Burrell, Tudi Roche, Loryn Locklin, Michael Winters, Polly Holliday, Ted Hayden, Ken Duncan Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 9, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Jill is looking forward to a relaxing week off of school. When her father calls and tries to plan a trip up to Michigan to visit that week, she lies and claims to be sick so she can have the time for herself. Not long after, Jill’s father dies in his sleep. In Texas for the funeral, Jill’s grief is magnified by the fact that her last interaction with her father was based on a lie. When she finally confesses her shameful secret to her mother, she comforts her, reminding her that her father loved her to pieces and the last thing he’d want is for her to feel guilt over a little white lie. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 23: The Feminine Mistake (1997)

Title: The Feminine Mistake Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 23 Broadcast date: May 6, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Kristen Clayton Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 1, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Jill is concerned to discover that Brad's girlfriend Angela has been doing his laundry and cleaning his room. When she tells Tim she's worried that their sons are growing up to view women as domestic servants, Tim dismisses her concerns and assures her that the boys will eventually learn to play The Game - in which men occasionally pitch in around the house to get their wives to stop being mad at them. At Jill's insistence, Tim tries to tell the boys that men and women should take an equal share of the housework, but they don't buy it, and Tim insists that this is the natural order of things. But after an offscreen encounter with some feminist literature, Tim changes his tune. Also, Tool Time builds a picnic table in 3D! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 22: Family Un-Ties (1997)

Title: Family Un-Ties Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 29, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Eric Saiet, Paul Parducci, Tony Rossi, Adam Hendershott Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Ruth Bennett This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 26, 2021 Episode Synopsis: The Taylors head to Cleveland for an annual tool expo. Tim and Al are planning to do a live Tool Time segment from the expo floor, while Jill has planned a fun-filled weekend of sightseeing with the boys. But when it turns out the boys would rather hang out at the expo or pal around with other teens their age, Jill becomes sad that her kids are outgrowing her. At first, Tim dismisses her concerns - but when Brad ditches him to hang out with some new friends, he joins her upstairs in their empty hotel room so they can raid the minibar together and reminisce about how fast their kids are growing up. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 21: Insult to Injury (1997)

Title: Insult to Injury Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Apr 15, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Marcelo Tubert, Michael Holden, Derek Wilder, Chet Nichols, Rick Cramer Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Eric Horsted This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 18, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Tim is over the moon when he learns that his next episode of Tool Time will break Bob Vila's record for most consecutive tool show appearances - and to mark the occasion, Al and Heidi have arranged for a live on-location shoot where Tim can lay asphalt using a steamroller. But when Tim badly injures his shoulder the day before the shoot, his doctor informs him that he'll need emergency surgery and cannot film the show. Unwilling to be shown up by his nemesis Bob Vila, Tim sneaks out of the hospital to film his record breaking show - and gets so badly re-injured in the process that he has to miss the air show he was going to take Mark to that weekend. With Mark and Jill both furious at him, Tim has to figure out a way heal his son's opinion of him while healing his shoulder injury. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 20: My Son, the Driver (1997)

Title: My Son, the Driver Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Apr 1, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tammy Lauren, George DeHoyo, Al Unser, Al Unser Jr., Al Richard Unser Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 4, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Brad has just gotten his driver’s license, and Jill is a nervous wreck. Before Brad takes the car out to celebrate with his friends, Jill sets a lengthy list of safety rules and insists that he be home by 10:00. Tim and Jill go to dinner with friends, where she spends the entire evening worrying about Brad getting into a car crash. Eventually, Brad calls to let them know he did get into a minor accident when he backed into a phone pole. In reality though, Brad rear-ended another driver and is lying to his parents so they won’t take away his driving privileges. But when his brothers blackmail him to play along with his lie, the driver he hit threatens to sue him, and the guilt over deceiving his parents begins to mount, Brad finally comes clean and accepts the consequences. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 19: Communication Breakdown (1997)

Title: Communication Breakdown Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Mar 11, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: David DeLuise, Shirley Prestia, Blake Clark Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Eric Horsted This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 28, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Between Tim, Jill, and three teenaged boys, there's a lot of competition for the phone at the Taylor house - resulting in a testy argument between Tim and Mark when the boy refuses to get off the phone. When Tim finds out that Harry's son Dennis has a job installing home automation systems and other technology, he jumps at the chance to get a second phone line installed. But when Dennis has to leave halfway through the installation, Tim fiddles with the exposed wires and winds up ruining all of the house's phone lines - and when Harry finds out, he's furious at his son for leaving a job undone with Tim on the prowl. Harry and Dennis's conflict threatens to leave the Taylors phoneless - and prompts Tim to reconsider his own harsh treatment of Mark. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 18: Something Old, Something Blue (1997)

Title: Something Old, Something Blue Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 25, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Tammy Lauren, William O’Leary, Keith Lehman, Milton Canady Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 22, 2021 Episode Synopsis: At long last, Al is getting married to his longtime sweetheart Ilene. But when he confesses to Tim at his bachelor party that he’s been having second thoughts, Tim takes him to Jill to try and convince him that this wedding is the right idea. Al decides to go through with it, and on the day of the wedding Jill learns from Ilene that she too is having second thoughts. Moments before going to the altar, Al and Ilene finally have an honest conversation about their feelings and decide to call off the wedding. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 17: Wilson’s World (1997)

Title: Wilson’s World Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 18, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, Adam Lawson, Robert Forrest, Jennie Vaughn, Josh Di Donato, Ray Pieva, Richard Phillips Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Jennifer Celota This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 15, 2021 Episode Synopsis: When Wilson attends a coffee house open mic night to share some wild stories from his world travels, he is humbled by a review from a theater critic who complains that he's out of touch with everyday Americans. Determined to get in touch with the common folk, Wilson starts shopping at big box stores, buying tons of pork rinds, and invites Tim and the guys over to watch the big game. Meanwhile, Tim and Al compete to see who can make the most delicious pairing of two seemingly unrelated foods. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 16: A Funny Valentine (1997)

Title: A Funny Valentine Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 11, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Anne Francis, Janeanne Garofalo, Anthony Russell Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 7, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Tim receives an invitation to meet with Liddy Talbot, a lounge singer who was the mother of one of his high school classmates. At a hotel bar where she’s singing, Liddy explains that she and Tim’s father dated before he met Tim’s mother. Liddy alludes to the fact that she and Tim’s father remained close after they broke up. Tim grows worried that his father had an affair with Liddy and he flees the meeting before he can learn anything else, not wanting to compromise his memories of his father as a decent man. After a chat with Wilson, Tim decides he needs to know the truth about his father no matter what and returns to the hotel. Liddy tells Tim that she and his father were nothing more than friends after they broke up, and that he loaned her money to buy her first piano - a debt that she now wants to repay to Tim. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 15: Totally Tool Time (1997)

Title: Totally Tool Time Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 28, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Harry Groener, Craig Richard Nelson, Gretchen German, Drew Carey, Peter Bonerz, Bo Brundin, Fredrik Cavil, David Powledge, Eric Saiet, Marilece Andrada, Milton Canady Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 30, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Uff da! A group of Swedish broadcasters have arrived at Tool Time to see about buying the rights to air the show in Europe, and Tim, Al and their anxious producer Fred have to put on the best show of all time so they can make a good impression and become international superstars. With some help from Wilson, a manly gym and a special guest from the Cleveland area, they pull out all the stops to try and impress their Scandinavian guests - but things keep going wrong! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 14: The Karate Kid Returns (1997)

Title: The Karate Kid Returns Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 14, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Wesley Mann, Josh Paddock, Michael Luckerman, Seth Dillon, Zachary Bostrom, Al Jardine, Matt Jardine, Bruce Johnston, Mike Love, Carl Wilson Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 24, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Randy is excited to go shopping at the mall with his crush Lauren - even though Jill makes him bring Mark along. But things take a turn for the embarrassing when a hooligan at the shoestore tries to pick a fight with Randy and Mark intervenes, using his karate class skills to knock the bully backwards into a pile of shoeboxes. When a columnist for the school newspaper writes about how Randy is a wuss who had to be saved by his little brother, Randy tries to look cool for Lauren by punching the columnist in the face. Instead, this makes Lauren think he’s a jerk, so Randy writes a column of his own about how real men don’t resort to violence. Also, the Beach Boys guest star as Wilson’s cousins! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Leprechaun 4: In Space (1996)

Title: Leprechaun 4: In Space (1996) Our deadly leprechaun is in space to woo a beautiful princess who is impressed with his gold and desires to separate him from it. This episode was originally released: Jun 16, 2021 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Undue Influence (1996) - Part 2

Title: Undue Influence (1996) - Part 2 When an attorney promises to help his dying wife's sister win a custody battle against her ex, he finds himself in the middle of a murky murder trial. This episode was originally released: May 19, 2021 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Undue Influence (1996) - Part 1

Title: Undue Influence (1996) - Part 1 When an attorney promises to help his dying wife's sister win a custody battle against her ex, he finds himself in the middle of a murky murder trial. This episode was originally released: Jan 17, 2024 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 13: The Flirting Game (1997)

Title: The Flirting Game Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 7, 1997 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tammy Lauren, Rick Lenz, Mike Starr, Andrea C. Robinson, Jane Hallaren, Jolie Jackunas, Jordan Baker Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 21, 2021 Episode Synopsis: An attractive door to door saleswoman shows up at the Taylor house and easily convinces Tim to buy a whole case of household cleaner. Jill makes fun of Tim for falling victim to her feminine wiles - until she gets pulled over for speeding and flirts with the cop to get out of a ticket. Jill has an interview for a research assistant position at school and becomes terrified that she’s going to flirt with the professor in order to get the job. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 12: No Place Like Home (1996)

Title: No Place Like Home Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 17, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Bartlett, William O’Leary, Thom Sharp, Leslie Bibb, Jim Pirri, Todd Glass, Conner McClure Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 8, 2021 Episode Synopsis: It’s Christmas, and Tim and his brothers Marty and Jeff are helping their mother move out of their childhood home. This brings back a lot of old memories of how Tim and his father worked to repair and remodel the old house when he was a child. After the new owners of the house drop by and tell Tim about their plans to extensively remodel, Tim considers buying the house himself so the memories can be preserved. But Jill and Tim’s mother manage to convince him that he can keep the memories without having to buy a big old house. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 11: Soft Shoe for Two (1996)

Title: Season 6, Episode 11: Soft Shoe for Two (1996) When Mark is bullied by a kid at school for signing up for the talent show, he enlists the help of Al and Wilson to get back at the bully and win the talent competition. This episode was originally released: Apr 1, 2021 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 11: Workin’ Man Blues (1996)

Title: Workin’ Man Blues Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 10, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mitch Rouse, Jarrad Paul, Caroline Keenan, J.P. Bumstead, Linda Li Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 24, 2021 Episode Synopsis: In order to save up money to get a new car, Brad takes a job at a local sporting goods store - where his natural salesmanship and tenacious attitude quickly makes a good impression on his affable, sports car-driving, ski condo-owning 25-year-old boss, Rob. As Brad spends more and more time working with Rob - and less and less time working on the hot rod - Tim grows concerned that Rob is a bad influence who's stealing his boy away from him. When Brad skips his PSATs to work a shift at the store, Tim goes to the store to demand that Brad quit - but with some help from Rob, they're able to teach Brad the importance of making time for work, school, and everything else in life. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 10: The Wood, the Bad, and the Hungry (1996)

Title: The Wood, the Bad and the Hungry Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 26, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, William O’Leary, Sherry Hursey, Mario Andretti, Jack Arute, Lee Boek, Carmen Filpi Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 11, 2021 Episode Synopsis: It’s Thanksgiving, and Tim is dead set on not inviting his crude, slobbish, mooching friend Benny over to the house for dinner. After rebuffing Benny’s attempts to finagle an invite, Tim and Randy are shocked to see Benny in line at a charity soup kitchen for the homeless. After a guilt-induced claymation dream, Tim invites the seemingly destitute Benny over for Thanksgiving dinner - but the whole family is disgusted when they discover that Benny isn’t actually homeless but just goes to the shelter because he likes free soup. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 9: The Tool Man Delivers (1996)

Title: The Tool Man Delivers Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 19, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom Poston, Patrick Cronin, Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 25, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Tim is invited to an awards ceremony for Car Guys in Saginaw. En route to the awards banquet with a very pregnant Heidi, they get caught in traffic and she goes into labor, and Tim delivers the baby. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 8: Jill and Her Sisters (1996)

Title: Jill and Her Sisters Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 12, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Carlene Watkins, Maryedith Burrell, Tudi Roche, Shirley Prestia Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Laurie Gelman This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 10, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Jill’s sisters have all come to stay at the Taylor house so they can plan their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary party, and Tim and the boys are camping in a tent in the backyard to give them all some space. Jill has always had to play referee between her bickering siblings, and this weekend is no different. When her sisters’ conflicts over party planning get to be too much to handle, Jill blows up at them and storms out of the house. At the local diner, Jill talks to Wilson, who reminds her that being candid and setting boundaries with family is good and healthy. Back at home, Tim and the boys jump into the fray to help wrangle Jill’s sisters and plan an anniversary party for the ages. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 7: I Was a Teenage Taylor (1996)

Title: I Was a Teenage Taylor Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Oct 29, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Larry Hankin, Cooper Karn Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Eric Horsted This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 3, 2021 Episode Synopsis: It's Halloween, and Brad and Randy's scary pranks have finally gone too far. In order to teach the boys a lesson, Tim convinces Jill to let him orchestrate a massive, elaborate prank - with a little help from Al, Wilson, and Tim's mysterious "Halloween guy" Larry - to scare the rambunctious whippersnappers straight. The resulting prank has more twists and turns than a Christopher Nolan movie, but in the end the whole Taylor family comes together to recognize the true meaning of Halloween: getting pranked by Tim. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 6: Who’s Car Is It Anyway? (1996)

Title: Whose Car Is It Anyway? Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 22, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Drew Pillsbury, Warran Tabata Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Adam England This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 28, 2021 Episode Synopsis: Jill has just inherited a bunch of money from a recently deceased aunt, who has stipulated that she has to spend the money on something frivolous for herself. To Tim’s great delight, she decides to buy a classic sports car - but to Tim’s great disgust, she cuts him out of the purchasing process and buys an Austin Healey roadster without telling him. Tim is disdainful of her choice to buy a British car, and in response she forbids him to drive it. When Tim secretly takes the car out for a spin anyway, he finds himself loving it - until a picture of him driving it winds up in the newspaper and he has to apologize to Jill for breaking his word. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 5: Al’s Video (1996)

Title: Al’s Video Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 15, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Blake Clark, Vasili Bogazianos, Al Fann Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Ruth Bennett This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 30, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Al gets the opportunity to produce and star in an instructional video about tools, he asks Tim to direct it in hopes of capturing some of the magic of Tool Time. But Tim turns out to be a perfectionist on set, wasting an entire day of shooting as he tries to emulate the style of his favorite tool video director, Herb Hitchcock. Behind schedule and over budget, Al is forced to fire Tim, leading to copious bad vibes and a sticky confrontation on the set of Tool Time. But after a chat with Wilson, Tim comes to realize that he needs to defer to Al's creative vision for his video, and the two rejoin forces to finish the film on schedule. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 4: Burnin’ Love (1996)

Title: Burnin’ Love Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 8, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Courtney Peldon, Jarrad Paul, Lucile Treganowan Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 16, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Randy has a crush on a girl at school named Lauren. However, Brad’s friend Jason decides to ask her out before Randy can. But time reveals the truth that Lauren prefers the smart, funny Randy to the crass Jason. Meanwhile, Tim meets his match on Tool Time with a guest—a FEMALE GUEST—who knows more about cars than he does, and Jill is invited to a school pot luck but asked not to contribute. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 3: Workshop ‘Til You Drop (1996)

Title: Workshop ’Til You Drop Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Oct 1, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Jim Jansen, Sherman Howard, Ada Maris, Susan Krebs, Nancy Linari, Rick Fitts Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 2, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim reluctantly accompanies Jill to a couples’ therapy seminar where she encourages him to share his innermost feelings about their marriage. When Tim volunteers that he feels like Jill is too critical of him and the rest of the group agrees, Jill gets defensive. But after a conversation with Wilson, Jill inexplicably decides that she really has been too critical of Tim this whole time and goes inside to apologize. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 2: Future Shock (1996)

Title: Future Shock Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 24, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Shirley Prestia, Francesca P. Roberts, Bibi Osterwald, Sidney Chaikin, Jack Murdock, Don Perry Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 18, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Jill needs to use the shower so she can get to school for her psychology class, but Tim insists on showering before her because it’s a part of his morning routine. As a result, Jill misses half of her class, and gripes to her friends about men and their inflexible routines. That night, Jill has a nightmare about spending her twilight years caring for an old, decrepit Tim who refuses to change his ways. Not to be outdone, Tim then has several dreams about what the rest of his friends and family will be like when they’re old. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 6, Episode 1: At Sea (1996)

Title: At Sea Season, Episode: Season 6, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 17, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: James Read, Kristen Clayton, Kivi Rogers, Harry Hutchinson Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 4, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Al kick off a new season of Tool Time with a visit to the USS Constellation aircraft carrier to pay tribute to its powerful engines. But back at the Taylor house, there's a force at work that's even more powerful than an aircraft carrier's engine: Teenaged hormones. When Jill catches Brad and his girlfriend Angela doing some steamy studying in his bedroom, she grows concerned that her son needs to get "the talk" about sex - and he needs to hear it from his father. While Tim struggles at first to find the right metaphors, he's eventually able to teach Brad a heartfelt lesson about why it's important to cool his jets. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 5 Super Spectacular A look back on season five of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Dec 17, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Tom and Huck (1995)

Title: Tom and Huck (1995) Two best friends witness a murder and embark on a series of adventures in order to prove the innocence of the man wrongly accused of the crime. This episode was originally released: Jul 15, 2020 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 26: Games, Flames & Automobiles (1996)

Title: Games, Flames, and Automobiles Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 26 Broadcast date: May 21, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Wesley Thompson, James Hong, Keith Lehman Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Jennifer Celotta This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 2, 2020 Episode Synopsis: With his 37th birthday approaching, Al finds himself facing a midlife crisis. In search of a legacy, he decides to invest his life savings in manufacturing hundreds of copies of his Tool Time board game so he can sell them, get rich and propose to Ilene. But when Tim discovers that the game's faulty wiring causes it to catch on fire during play, Al realizes that he stands to lose all his life savings refunding unhappy customers. But at the last minute, Tim comes to the rescue, deputizing Wilson, Heidi, Jill, Ilene and Al's brother Cal to re-wire all of the games before they can be shipped. Overjoyed at this show of support from his friends, Al proposes to Ilene. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 25: Alarmed by Burglars (1996)

Title: Alarmed by Burglars Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 14, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary, Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, Jarrad Paul, Michael Milhoan, John Kapelos Directed by: Geoffrey Nelson Written by: Charlie Hauck This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 25, 2020 Episode Synopsis: After burglars break into Wilson’s house and steal his African mucus cup, the Taylors get paranoid about crime and encourage Tim to go hog wild on outfitting their house with a state of the art home security system. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 24: Shopping Around (1996)

Title: Shopping Around Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 7, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Bartlett, Dick O’Neill, Vasili Bogzaianos Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 17, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor's (Tim Allen) mom (Donnie Bartlett) and his old shop teacher Mr. Leonard (Dick O'Neill) are still dating, and things are getting pretty hot and heavy. But when Tim and Jill (Patricia Richardson) catch Mr. Leonard on a date with another woman at a fancy restaurant, he's furious that a man he looks up to could be so disrespectful to his mother. When Tim confronts Mr. Leonard, he admits that he's been trying to break things off with the other woman, but agrees to hurry it up and become a one-woman man. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 23: Mr. Wilson’s Opus (1996)

Title: Mr. Wilson’s Opus Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 23 Broadcast date: Apr 30, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Laura Bell Bundy, Patrick Renna, David Brisbin Directed by: Richard Compton Written by: Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: May 27, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When the director of Randy’s school production of Romeo and Juliet has to drop out at the last minute, Wilson steps in to take over. However, Wilson’s new-agey theater warmups and relentless perfectionism soon alienate most of the cast and crew. After an intervention from Tim, Wilson sees the error of his ways and commits to just rehearsing the play normally. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 22: The Longest Day (1996)

Title: The Longest Day Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 2, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: May 13, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Randy's doctor finds a lump in his neck, Tim and Jill spend a nerve-wracking 24 hours waiting on the results of a blood test that will tell them whether Randy has a relatively harmless thyroid condition, or cancer. At first they try to hide this news from Randy and the boys, but when Randy figures it out he's angry that they've been keeping secrets from him. After some heartfelt flashbacks and some confusion from Al, the Taylors finally get the good news - Randy is fine, and will just have to take a pill every day. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 21: Engine and a Haircut, Two Fights (1996)

Title: Engine and a Haircut, Two Fights Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Mar 12, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Joseph Whipp Directed by: Andrew Tsao Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: May 7, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Brad are at odds over how much power to add to the engine of the hot rod they’re restoring together. The rift between them gets even wider when Brad gets a ridiculous haircut that Tim doesn’t approve of. Tim refuses to accept this new haircut, seeing it as an affront to his authority as Brad’s father - until a conversation on Tool Time helps him to understand the importance of unconditionally accepting his son. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 20: The Bud Bowl (1996)

Title: The Bud Bowl Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 5, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Bever-Leigh Banfield, Kristen Clayton, Andi Eystad, Michael Munoz Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Ruth Bennett This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 23, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Bud invites Tim and Jill to go bowling with him and his wife, Tim is thrilled at the opportunity to curry favor with the boss. He convinces Jill to skip a psychology lecture to join them, and when he learns that Bud is a sore loser, he convinces Jill to throw the game so Bud can win. Afterwards, Jill is angry that Tim expects her to sacrifice everything for his career - but when Tim learns that Bud isn't actually as sore of a loser as he thinks, he makes for all of his boorish behavior by buying Jill some flowers and saying I'm sorry one time. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 19: Eye on Tim (1996)

Title: Eye on Tim Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Feb 27, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Rosalind Allen, Dex Elliott Sanders Directed by: Peter Bonerz Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 15, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Jill is sick with a fever, and Tim is getting hot under the collar for other reasons when sexy local TV reporter Kelly Barnes begins following him for an in-depth profile. Jill gets jealous when she notices Tim being affectionate and attentive to Kelly in ways he used to be towards her. But when Tim and Kelly go out for a post-interview drink and Kelly propositions him, Tim turns her down cold and rushes home to help Jill deal with her cold. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 18: When Harry Kept Dolores (1996)

Title: When Harry Kept Delores Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 20, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Shirley Prestia, Jimmy Labriola, William O’Leary, Alan Jackson Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 9, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Harry's wife Dolores takes a more active role in running the hardware store, Tim and the guys are so incensed at her female antics that they persuade Harry to fire her - which results in the two of them splitting up. Although Harry seems outwardly happy, a newly insightful Tim suspects that Harry is actually very broken up about it, so after some advice from Wilson he goes to Dolores' diner to convince her to take him back. Also, country star Alan Jackson sings a song about how much he loves Mercury cars for some reason. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 17: Fear of Flying (1996)

Title: Fear of Flying Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 13, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Pat Crawford Brown, Ken Bowersox, Katherine Thornton, Al Sacco, Frederick Leslie, Cody Coleman Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Max Eisenberg This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 2, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Mark’s new hobby is building model airplanes. But after Tim takes him to an air museum, Mark gets interested in taking flying lessons. Jill is a hard no on this, arguing that it’s far too dangerous. After some conflicts with Tim - and a visit from some astronauts on Tool Time - Jill talks to Wilson and realizes that her fears of Mark flying are rooted in the fear her mother felt whenever her father would fly from one military base to another for work. Wilson takes the whole family up in his plane so Mark can try his hand at flying, and Jill finally agrees to let him take lessons. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 16: The Vasectomy One (1996)

Title: The Vasectomy One Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 6, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, William O’Leary, Caroline McWilliams, Gretchen German, Kristen Clayton Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 25, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Jill discovers one of her 40something friends got pregnant - even though she was using the same form of birth control Tim and Jill use - she suggests that Tim get a vasectomy. Tim, predictably, doesn't love this idea, and after some heavy razzing from the guys at Harry's hardware and a standoffish meeting with a urologist, Tim tells Jill that he won't do it - because women just don't understand severe crotch pain. But after a talk with Wilson and a revealing conversation with Harry, Tim decides to go ahead with the procedure, as it will make it even easier for him and Jill to have sex all over the house at a moment's notice. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 15: Tanks for the Memories (1996)

Title: Tanks for the Memories Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 30, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tim Grimm, Vince Armstrong, Reed Rudy Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 18, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim gets invited to a military base to drive a tank. Jill, an Army brat, wants to come along and drive a tank too. Shenanigans ensue, and Jill winds up being a much better tank driver than Tim. Tim reacts immaturely to this, until Wilson reminds him that it’s important to support your wife and be proud of her when she’s good at things. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 14: High School Confidential (1996)

Title: High School Confidential Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 16, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Miguel Sandoval, Milton Canady Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 11, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Randy's science teacher recommends that he start taking high school-level math and science classes, Tim and Jill are overjoyed that their son is such a brainiac. But Brad, who after lots of hard work and careful study has only just begun to get As in his grade-level courses, begins to feel upstaged by his genius brother. Meanwhile, Tim and Al build a manly bedroom. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 13: Oh, Brother (1996)

Title: Oh, Brother Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 9, 1996 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary, Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Kristen Clayton Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Ruth Bennett This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 4, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Tim’s brother Marty loses his job, Tim quickly hires him to help build a new set for Tool Time. Jill cautions Tim that working with his brother could lead to unexpected conflict, but he dismisses her - until their first day of work together, which turns out to be a total disaster where they butt heads constantly. When their fighting gets so disruptive that the two get kicked out of Harry’s Hardware, they finally realize they need to reconcile, and agree never to work together again. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter (1995)

Title: Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter (1995) An 11 year old boy, an age old legend, a life long friendship. This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 13, 2020 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Magic Island (1995)

Title: Magic Island (1995) A bored teenager receives a pirate adventure book from his nanny-housekeeper and is sucked into the magic story book after reading it. This episode was originally released: Feb 5, 2020 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 12: ‘Twas the Flight Before Christmas (1995)

Title: ’Twas the Flight Before Christmas Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 12, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Connie Sawyer, Sydney Anderson, Marcy Goldman, Tom Poston Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 29, 2020 Episode Synopsis: It's Christmas Eve, and Tim and Al are flying to a nearby town for the day to lead an elf parade. But when Al's mother keeps blowing up his beeper with messages and invites herself to the romantic New Year's he had planned, Eileen has had enough and gives Al an ultimatum: Her, or his mother. As Al negotiates this feud between the most important women in his life, he and Tim are trapped in a tiny regional airport by a massive snowstorm that threatens to keep them from getting home for Christmas - which means it's on the boys to compete against Doc Johnson in the annual Christmas light contest. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 11: That’s My Momma (1995)

Title: That’s My Momma Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 5, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Bartlett, Dick O’Neill, William O’Leary Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 23, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim’s mother Lucille comes to Royal Oak for a visit, but Tim’s plans for quality time are derailed when she runs into his old shop teacher Mr. Leonard and winds up staying out all night with him. Tim is upset that Lucille didn’t make time for him, and she counters that whenever they do spend time together he’s never interested in having a serious conversation with her. After consulting with Al and Wilson, Tim apologizes to Lucille for not being more genuine with her. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 10: Doctor in the House (1995)

Title: Doctor In The House Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 28, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jim Beaver, Marcia Rodd, Janet McLachlan, Walter Addison, Ritchie Montgomery Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 15, 2020 Episode Synopsis: When Tim finds out he's getting an honorary PhD from Western Michigan University, he's thrilled. Jill, who's burning the midnight oil to get a graduate degree, and Wilson, who toiled hard to get his PhD, are significantly less excited. But Tim's gloating comes to a quick end when he finds out that the only reason he's being given the award is because the university thinks a celebrity like him will be a good fundraiser. Also, Tim gets into some trouble with mousetraps. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 9: Chicago Hope (1995)

Title: Chicago Hope Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 21, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Troy Evans, Michael Yama, Rodney Kageyama, Wesley Leong Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Teresa O’Neill This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 8, 2020 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Jill have planned a romantic weekend at a Chicago hotel. But when Tim’s boss Bud asks him to help pitch Tool Time to the manager of a Chicago TV station that same weekend, Tim attempts to juggle both obligations without telling Jill. Tim running back and forth between business meetings in the hotel bar and marital business in their hotel room upstairs manages to piss everybody off - until the Chicago station manager learns what’s going on and encourages Tim to prioritize his relationship with his wife. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 8: Room Without a View (1995)

Title: Room Without a View Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 14, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 25, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Mark and Randy can't stop fighting, Tim decides to build Randy a new bedroom in the basement as a Tool Time special. Randy is psyched to get his own bachelor pad downstairs - until his first night down there, when he's so freaked out by the creepy basement noises that he has to flee to the living room couch with his pillow. Randy is too proud to admit he's afraid to sleep downstairs - until Tim, with a little help from Wilson, realizes what's going on and helps explain to Randy about the weird noises he's hearing. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 7: The Look (1995)

Title: The Look Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 7, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, William O’Leary, Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, Shirley Prestia, Vincent Guestafero Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 18, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill is furious when Tim spends $4000 on season tickets to the Detroit Pistons without consulting her first. Tim refuses to part with the tickets, even when Jill confronts him with The Look - a withering glare that all men live in fear of seeing from their wives. After a discussion with Wilson, Tim and Jill agree to compromise, keeping some of the tickets and selling the rest to Tim’s friends. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 6: Let Them Eat Cake (1995)

Title: Let Them Eat Cake Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 31, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jarrad Paul, Angela Paton, Sherry Hursey, Adam Consolo, Lea Moreno, Maria Sokoloff, Gregory White Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 11, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim, Al and Jill reluctantly attend the cable awards on Halloween night, in spite of the fact that Cooking With Irma wins everything every year. With Mark sick at home and no babysitter available, they ask Brad and his smooth-talking friend Jason to stay home and take care of him. With the parents tied up at the awards show, Jason convinces Brad to throw a blowout party at the empty house - with disastrous results. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 5: Advise and Repent (1995)

Title: Advise and Repent Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 24, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mark L. Taylor, Nancy Youngblut, Beth Dixon, Kimberly Cullum Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 4, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Randy has been spending a lot of time with his girlfriend Michelle, while Michelle’s father Bert has been spending a lot of time with Tim working on the hot rod. When Jill overhears Bert complaining about his relationship with his wife, she jumps in with a misguided psychological assessment of their relationship - which winds up causing a huge fight between Bert and his wife. After some advice from Wilson and his girlfriend Judith, Jill apologizes to Bert for meddling in his marriage and recommends he and his wife go see a real therapist. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 4: Jill’s Surprise Party (1995)

Title: Jill’s Surprise Party Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 17, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Jensen Daggett, Sherry Hursey, Jimmy Labriola, William O’Leary, Mariangela Pino, Tudi Roche, Tracy Letts, Blake Clark Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 20, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim has called together all of Jill's friends and relatives to throw her a surprise 39th birthday party - but when Jill takes off on an impromptu trip to Dayton to retrieve a childhood piano just before the party's set to begin, Tim has to try and keep all the guests around (and the food uneaten) until she gets back. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 3: Her Cheatin’ Mind (1995)

Title: Her Cheatin’ Mind Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Oct 3, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, William O’Leary, Gretchen German, Joe Uria, Stephanie Dunnam, Ja’net DuBois, Terri Cavanaugh Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Ruth Bennett This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 13, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Tim discovers that one of Jill’s close friends from her book group is a man, he gets insecure that Jill might be falling for a guy who’s more literate and intellectual than he is. To remedy this, Tim crashes the next meeting of Jill’s book club and derails the whole discussion with his misinformed take on Madam Bovary. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 2: The First Temptation of Tim (1995)

Title: The First Temptation of Tim Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 26, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Charles Robinson, Royce D. Applegate, Shirley Prestia, Tristian Carrasco Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 7, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Al are nervous when Binford is bought by a new investor, who they fear will want to cancel Tool Time. When Tim meets with Bud Harper, the new owner, Bud explains that he loves Tool Time and wants to take it national - but only if Tim fires Al, who younger viewers don't like. Tim agonizes over the decision, but ultimately tells Bud he won't do the show without Al, defending his skills and his character. Together, Tim and Al cut a deal with Bud to do a smaller Tool Time expansion with them on a trial basis - and afterwards, Al gives Tim a very unwanted best friend hug. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 5, Episode 1: A Taylor Runs Through It (1995)

Title: A Taylor Runs Through It Season, Episode: Season 5, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 19, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bonnie Hellman, Robert Gould Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 31, 2019 Episode Synopsis: The Taylors head to a lakeside resort for Jill’s cousin’s wedding. While Jill is planning plenty of quality time with her extended family, Tim is more interested in cramming in as many outdoor activities as possible. When his and the boys’ schedule of fishing, offroading, and waterskiing makes them late for numerous wedding events and gives Jill some severe injuries, Tim has to figure out how to make it all up to her before this wedding trip ends with him getting a divorce. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 4 Super Spectacular A look back on season four of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Dec 17, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 9: My Dinner with Wilson (1994) - Audio Commentary

Title: My Dinner with Wilson (1994) - Audio Commentary Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 22, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Julie Cobb, James Cromwell, William Thomas Jr., Noelle North Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 26, 2019 GRUNT WORK INTERACTIVE COMMENTARY Get your remote ready to pause and play as we do a commentary for this episode that asks you to watch along. When Tim and Jill learn that Wilson is having his house appraised, they fear that their beloved neighbor is planning to move. Over a Thanksgiving dinner at Wilson's wildly appointed house, they find out that it's true - he's planning to pack up and move to the jungles of Ecuador. Tim and Jill can't imagine a life without Wilson, especially once Tim meets the frosty couple who're looking to buy his house. In the backyard the following day, Wilson confides in Tim that he's moving to Ecuador because that's where he first met his late wife Katherine, and that he hopes to feel closer to her by returning there. Tim quotes Wilson some Mario Andretti that convinces him that the best way to retain that connection is by staying where he is and keeping her memory alive by sharing it with the people around him. Meanwhile, Tim tries to dispose of a dead, rotted rat in his walls. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Man of the House (1995)

Title: Man of the House (1995) A young boy refuses to accept his mother's new boyfriend, a lawyer, despite the man's attempts to win his respect. Meanwhile, disgruntled relative of a criminal he prosecuted seek revenge. This episode was originally released: Aug 20, 2019 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 26: Wilson’s Girlfriend (1995)

Title: Wilson’s Girlfriend Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 26 Broadcast date: May 23, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Beth Dixon, Michelle Williams Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 12, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill decides to set Judith, one of her single professors, up with Wilson, and the two hit it off almost immediately over their shared love of minutiae and insect mating habits. But when Judith is put off by Wilson's emotional distance, it falls to Tim to convince Wilson to come out of his shell. Meanwhile, Brad is desperate to hide a zit before a big date. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 25: A Marked Man (1995)

Title: A Marked Man Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 9, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Jay Lacopo Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 29, 2019 Episode Synopsis: After Tim and the boys visit Harry’s hardware, Al tells Tim that an expensive pocketknife has gone missing from the store. Tim is adamant that his boys would never steal - until they discover the pocket knife in Mark’s laundry. Outraged, Tim yells at Mark for stealing and lying about it, which just terrifies Mark. After a heated dispute with Jill about the best way to effectively discipline their youngest son, Tim sits Mark down for a real talk about the importance of honesty. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 24: Sisters and Brothers (1995)

Title: Sisters and Brothers Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 2, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary, Jensen Daggett, Tudi Roche, Keith Lehman Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 22, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill’s estranged sister Carrie, a successful jet-setting photographer, comes to stay with the Taylors for a week. Tensions between Jill and Carrie get even higher when Carrie tells Jill that she’s staying with them to observe Jill’s boring, domestic home life and see if she’s ready to settle down and start a family herself. But she’s not the only one struggling with siblings: Tim tries to help his brother Marty move his family into a new house, while Al’s brother Cal Borland comes out for an appearance on Tool Time. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 23: Tool Time After Dark: Part 2 (1995)

Title: Tool Time After Dark, Part 2 Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 23 Broadcast date: Apr 11, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Marley Sims, Elliot Shoenman This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 15, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Part two of the clipshow. Tim is up all night suffering from a bad case of indigestion after eating an enormous Polish takeout meal. To entertain himself, he watches some old tapes of his favorite moments from Tool Time, and reminisces with the family about the good times they’ve had. (It’s a clip show, folks!) Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 22: Tool Time After Dark (1995)

Title: Tool Time After Dark Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 11, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Marley Sims, Elliot Shoenman This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 8, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim is up all night suffering from a bad case of indigestion after eating an enormous Polish takeout meal. To entertain himself, he watches some old tapes of his favorite moments from Tool Time, and reminisces with the family about the good times they’ve had. (It’s a clip show, folks!) Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 21: No, No Gadot (1995)

Title: No, No, Godot Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Mar 21, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Max Gail, Mike Grief, Jennifer Lyon-Buchanan, Randy Kovitz, Sherry Hursey, Rif Hutton, Robby Gordon, Derrick Walker, Clive Rosengren, Raffi Di Blasio, Sam Whipple Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 2, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Tim buys tickets to a hockey game on the same night that Jill has bought tickets for them, Al and Eileen to see Waiting for Godot, Tim resolves to sell the hockey tickets outside the arena before going to the play. But when he and Al get arrested for scalping, they wind up going to jail and missing the play. Meanwhile, Wilson watches the boys and teaches them a lesson about their parents' love. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 20: Talk to Me (1995)

Title: Talk to Me Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 14, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Dave Chappelle, Jim Bruer Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean, Matt Williams This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 24, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill is hard at work studying for her entrance exams for grad school while Tim has been trying to pick up the slack on housework, with disastrous results that lead to him dropping Jill’s wedding ring down a furnace vent. Tim complains to Jill about how much work he’s been doing around the house, and she angrily retorts that she did all the housework for 15 years and this is the first time he’s ever had to pull his weight. In response, Tim does the logical thing and rants about it on Tool Time, bringing a couple of audience members down to rant about their significant others as well. Surprisingly, this doesn’t make Jill any less angry at Tim. After a chat with Wilson and an on-air apology segment, Tim makes amends with Jill by showing her a scale model of the office he’s going to build for her once she starts her psychology practice. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 19: The Naked Truth (1995)

Title: The Naked Truth Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Feb 28, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jensen Daggett, Earl Billings, William O’Leary, Johnson West, Milton Canady Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 17, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Tim's brother Marty and his lovely wife Nancy come to visit the Taylors, an innocent mistake leads to a naked Tim walking in on an equally naked Nancy in the shower. Tim insists that they keep this sexy accident a sexy secret, but eventually Nancy tells everyone - and Marty is furious. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 18: A House Divided (1995)

Title: A House Divided Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 21, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, Ralph Manza Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber, Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 11, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Tim and Al try to fix the furnace in their moocher friend Benny’s house for a Tool Time episode, they wind up blowing the place to smithereens instead. Now homeless, Benny comes to live with the Taylors - and proves to be an awful houseguest, eating all the food, hogging the shower, and generally being a gross lout. Desperate to get Benny out of their lives, the Taylors all band together to fix up his house. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 17: It’s My Party (1995)

Title: It’s My Party Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 14, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mark L. Taylor, Francesca P Roberts, Kimberly Cullum, John Volstad, Andrew Amic-Angelo, Mitch Carter Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Thad Mumford This podcast episode was originally released: Jen 3, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim builds a dance floor in the basement for Randy's first ever boy-girl birthday party. But when the 16 coats of wax he applied leads to Randy's crush Michelle spraining her ankle, the three of them must make an unexpected trip to the emergency room - and Tim must pull out all the stops to convince her father to let Randy keep hanging out with her. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 16: Bachelor of the Year (1995)

Title: Bachelor of the Year Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 7, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Jolie Jackunas, Dorothy Brooks, Cecily Adams, Margaret Fitzgerald, Rose Portillo, Lucy Liu, Sonia Jackson, Rebecca Staab Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 1, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When a local magazine names Al Detroit’s ninth most eligible bachelor, he is suddenly mobbed by beautiful women vying for his attention. As Al comes to enjoy and encourage all this newfound female attention, Ilene gets angry and tries to leave him. When Tim points out that the article suggested Al’s salary was substantially higher than it actually is, Al realizes that the love of Ilene is far more important than the fleeting attention of these basic cable groupies. Meanwhile, Mark tries to write a paper about the most interesting person he knows - Wilson - but eventually realizes that he’d rather be writing about Tim. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 15: Super Bowl Fever (1995)

Title: Super Bowl Fever Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 31, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mickey Jones, Jimmy Labriola, Blake Clark, Murray Rubenstein, David Krieg, Kelvin Pritchett, Chris Spielman Directed by: Andy Cadiff, Peter Filsinger Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: May 20, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim's plans for a big rowdy Super Bowl party are thrown for a loop when Jill comes down with the flu and begs him not to have his friends over. Tim, who wasn't paying attention during the "in sickness and in health" portion of his wedding vows, tries to have it both ways - coaching the guys to watch the game quietly downstairs while half-assedly caring for Jill upstairs. When Jill finally loses her patience, Wilson helps Tim realize that he needs to be more nurturing, and he attempts to make things right by brewing Jill some of Wilson's special anti-nausea bee tea. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 14: Brother, Can You Spare a Hot Rod (1995)

Title: Brother, Can You Spare a Hot Rod? Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 10, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bruce McGill, Jay Leno, Andy McAfee, Larry Flash Jenkins, Laura Hill, Rocky Giordani, Robert Neches Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: May 14, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim is excited to show off his hot rod in an upcoming car show. But when a local pizza magnate visits Tool Time and gets a look at Tim’s hot rod in the parking lot, he offers to buy it from him for a hefty lump sum - which Tim accepts. Back home, Brad is furious when he hears that Tim sold the car that he’s put so much time and work into, so the family travels to the pizza millionaire’s garage to try and buy it back. But when they get there, they ultimately decide to buy a run down old junker off his lot instead so they can have a new project to fix up. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

The Santa Clause (1994)

A Conversation with Pod Therapy

Title: A Conversation with Pod Therapy Grunt Work invites Nick from Pod Therapy on to discuss mental health and some of the depictions of healthy relationships and behaviors on Home Improvement This episode was originally released: Apr 8, 2019 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 13: The Route of All Evil (1995)

Title: The Route of All Evil Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 3, 1995 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino, Phillipe Bergeron Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Lloyd Garver This podcast episode was originally released: May 6, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Brad has the opportunity to take on a paper route, Jill is worried that he's taking on too many responsibilities - but Tim is excited for his son to take a step into the professional world. Before long, Brad is worn down and exhausted by school, sports, band and his route - but with Tim pressuring him to stick with the paper route, he opts to cope by hiring Mark and Randy to do his homework and clean his room. When Tim figures out what's going on, Wilson helps him to realize that he doesn't need to push Brad so hard to succeed, and he gives Brad permission to quit the paper route to focus on school. Meanwhile, Jill is busy studying for a psychology exam, so Marie starts cooking dinner for the family - much to Tim and the boys' delight. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Muppet Babies - From a Galaxy Far, Far Away (1984)

Title: Muppet Babies - From a Galaxy Far, Far Away (1984) The muppet gang head to space when they are visited by an alien who needs to be returned to their home planet. This episode was originally released: Apr 1, 2019 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 12: ‘Twas the Night Before Chaos (1994)

Title: ’Twas the Night Before Chaos Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 13, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Polly Holliday, William O’Leary, Jansen Daggett, M. Emmet Walsh Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 26, 2019 Episode Synopsis: It’s a full house for the Taylor family Christmas - Marty, his wife Nancy, and their twins are staying, as well as Jill’s mother and newly-retired father, The Colonel. But it’s not all peace on Earth: ever since retiring, The Colonel has been in a foul mood, and is constantly complaining and bickering with Jill’s mother. After consulting with Wilson, Jill decides to have Tim intervene as a neutral third party, where he learns from The Colonel that he’s cranky because he no longer has the same respect or authority he used to get as a military officer. When Tim reminds The Colonel that General Patton never spent his days moping in a barcalounger, The Colonel resolves to be a better husband and starts planning a trip to Italy with Jill’s mom. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 11: Some Like It Hot Rod (1994)

Title: Some Like It Hot Rod Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 6, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Ben Gillespie, Christopher Ogden, John Webb Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Neil Kramer, Ned Teitelbaum This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 18, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill is hard at work producing the fourth grade Christmas pageant - and she's getting absolutely no help from the boys, who have a hockey game, or Tim, who runs out the door to a party at the auto body shop. When she moves Tim's hot rod out of the garage so she can paint sets for the pageant, she forgets to put a cover over it - and as a result, the car gets filled with snow when a freak blizzard hits. When Tim finds the damage to the car, he's furious at Jill, who refuses to apologize because Tim does this sort of thing to her all the time and she's always understanding. Tim and Al work around the clock to try and restore the car before an upcoming photoshoot for a hot rod magazine, while Jill learns from Wilson that she just screwed up and needs to say sorry. When Tim and Al fall asleep on the couch, Jill finishes restoring the car to peak condition - and tells Tim she's sorry she screwed up. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 10: Ye Olde Shoppe Teacher (1994)

Title: Ye Olde Shoppe Teacher Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 29, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Dick O’Neill, Jimmy Labriola, Murray Rubenstein, Michael Kaufman Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 11, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim is over the moon when his old shop teacher and mentor Mr. Leonard comes over for dinner. After a fun evening of swapping tool stories from Tim’s youth, Tim invites Mr. Leonard on Tool Time to impart some more of his shop teacher wisdom. When Mr. Leonard’s arthritis makes it difficult for him to operate a tool on set, Tim tries to jump in and help - and in response, Mr. Leonard yells at him in front of the whole crew and storms off set. Back home, Wilson helps Tim understand that Mr. Leonard feels emasculated by his inability to do the tool stuff that he conflates with manhood, and Tim resolves to try and derive his manhood from his family and friends, not his ability to use tools. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 9: My Dinner with Wilson (1994)

Title: My Dinner with Wilson Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 22, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Julie Cobb, James Cromwell, William Thomas Jr., Noelle North Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 4, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Tim and Jill learn that Wilson is having his house appraised, they fear that their beloved neighbor is planning to move. Over a Thanksgiving dinner at Wilson's wildly appointed house, they find out that it's true - he's planning to pack up and move to the jungles of Ecuador. Tim and Jill can't imagine a life without Wilson, especially once Tim meets the frosty couple who're looking to buy his house. In the backyard the following day, Wilson confides in Tim that he's moving to Ecuador because that's where he first met his late wife Katherine, and that he hopes to feel closer to her by returning there. Tim quotes Wilson some Mario Andretti that convinces him that the best way to retain that connection is by staying where he is and keeping her memory alive by sharing it with the people around him. Meanwhile, Tim tries to dispose of a dead, rotted rat in his walls. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 8: Quibbling Siblings (1994)

Title: Quibbling Siblings Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 15, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Stephen Rollins Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Paul Wolff This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 25, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Al has to miss Grunt Work for the funeral of his favorite bingo caller, Tim invites Brad onto the show to be his assistant instead. Despite spending much of his appearance gawking at Heidi, Brad does a good job, and positive reaction from the audience gives him a major ego boost. Randy, feeling left out because he doesn’t share Tim and Brad’s love of tool stuff, begins to take out his frustrations by needling Brad and threatening to tell his girlfriend about Brad’s crush on Heidi. Ultimately Tim resolves the conflict between the boys by bonding with Randy over their shared love of insult comedy and video games. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 7: Let’s Go to the Videotape (1994)

Title: Let’s Go to the Videotape Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 8, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom La Grua, Blake Clark, Sherry Hursey, Bill Saluga, Ed Hooks, Lowell Sanders Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 18, 2019 Episode Synopsis: After videotaping Jill's speech at the opening of the new (and very well funded) library, Tim takes the camcorder with him to the hardware store - where he accidentally tapes himself joking around with the guys about how he thought her speech was boring -- almost as boring as he finds her newfound interest in psychology. When Jill winds up seeing the tape, she's furious at Tim, who insists that it's unfair to judge him for a private conversation among guys. Wilson tries to defend Tim's actions to Jill, but she counters him with some well researched psychological opinions about the nature of gossip, and Tim, after trying and failing to explain his actions to his sons, apologizes to Jill and resolves to start reading everything she reads in order to better understand her interests. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 6: Borland Ambition (1994)

Title: Borland Ambition Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 25, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston, Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 10, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim is eager for an opportunity to buy a 20% stake in Harry’s Hardware, but Jill vetoes the idea - so Al jumps in instead as a silent partner. But Al’s co-ownership soon starts driving everyone nuts, as he makes unpopular cost-cutting measures like taking away the free doughnuts and frequently advertising the store on Tool Time. When Al’s devotion to the store starts interfering with his relationship with Ilene, Tim confronts Al and tells him to take it down a notch. Meanwhile, Mark wins a Halloween costume contest by dressing up as Al. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 5: He Ain’t Heavy, He’s Just Irresponsible (1994)

Title: He Ain’t Heavy, He’s Just Irresponsible Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 18, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: William O’Leary Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 4, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Jill is furious at Tim when he puts a huge hole in the floor trying to install a central vacuum in the basement. Tim is spared from her wrath when his brother Marty comes to visit -- but when Tim learns that Marty is thinking of leaving his wife just six months after she gave birth to twins, he's so upset at him that they have a terrible fight. In conversation with Wilson, Tim realizes that he's always been like a brother and a father (or frother) to Marty, but what Marty really needs now is a brother and friend (brend) who will listen to him. The next time he sees Marty, Tim sits and listens to his troubles, and is able to give him helpful advice about marriage and childrearing. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 4: The Eyes Don’t Have It (1994)

Title: The Eyes Don’t Have It Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 11, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Anndi McAfee Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 28, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Mark’s math teacher sends a letter to Tim and Jill asking to meet with them, but when they ask Mark what’s going on in class he refuses to say. Mark has never been secretive and moody like this before, and Jill worries that something is wrong. Finally, Mark fesses up to Brad and Wilson about what the problem is: he can’t see the board from the back of the class, and he probably needs glasses - which will make him look like a dork. Brad and Randy pledge to beat up anybody who makes fun of Mark for wearing glasses, which gives him the confidence to ask Tim and Jill to take him to an optometrist. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 3: Death Begins at Forty (1994)

Title: Death Begins at Forty Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 3 Broadcast date:Oct 4, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Blake Clark, Jimmy Labriola, Al Fann Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 21, 2019 Episode Synopsis: Tim is about to turn 40, and is looking forward to celebrating with a massive steak and some vigorous lovemaking with Jill. But when one of his friends at the hardware store suffers a heart attack, Tim becomes paranoid about his health and begins taking extreme precautions, such as eating vegetables and lean meats. But when Wilson reveals to Tim that he himself suffered a heart attack 15 years ago, and explains how the experience encouraged him to live life to the fullest, he decides to go back to his old ways. Meanwhile, on Tool Time, Tim and Al use a state-of-the-art shrink ray to become four inches tall and take a field trip inside the engine of a dysfunctional hot rod. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 2: Don’t Tell Momma (1994)

Title: Don’t Tell Momma Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Tom La Grua Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 15, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Jill gets a scratch on her Chevy Nomad, Tim insists on taking the car for the day so he can drop it off at his favorite body shop to get repaired on his way home from Tool Time. That day’s shoot is an on-location segment about construction cranes, and Tim’s insistence on being allowed to operate the crane results in him accidentally dropping a three ton beam on Jill’s car. Tim tries to keep this a secret from Jill until the car can be repaired, but she ultimately finds out - forcing Tim to confront his pathological obsession with cars. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 4, Episode 1: Back in the Saddle Shoes Again (1994)

Title: Back in the Saddle Shoes Again Season, Episode: Season 4, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 20, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 7, 2019 Episode Synopsis: When Jill gets laid off from Inside Detroit magazine, she decides to go back to school for a psychology degree. Tim thinks this is a terrible idea, and Jill is furious that he isn't more supportive. But when Wilson helps TIm realize that he only opposes the idea because he's scared Jill will find him boring once she's exposed to a more intellectual social circle, he returns to Jill and gives her his blessing to get her master's. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3 Super Spectacular

Title: Season 3 Super Spectacular A look back on season three of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Dec 17, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 6: Crazy for You (1993) Audio Commentary

Title: Crazy for You (1993) - Audio Commentary Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 27, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 10, 2018 GRUNT WORK INTERACTIVE COMMENTARY Get your remote ready to pause and play as we do a commentary for this episode that asks you to watch along. It’s Halloween, and the whole Taylor clan is getting into the holiday spirit. When Tim receives a box of cookies at Tool Time from a secret admirer, he begins to fear that he has a deranged stalker who wants to kill him. When his admirer shows up to the Taylor family’s Halloween costume party, Tim starts to panic - until it turns out that the whole thing was an elaborate prank hatched by Jill, Al, Heidi, Wilson and the boys. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 25: The Great Race II (1994)

Title: The Great Race II Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 25, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Bob Vila, Shashawnee Hall, Margaret Fitzgerald, Laurie Faso, Jessica Sitomer Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 3, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Despite Jill's nonstop efforts for the past three years, the library is still somehow $1000 short on funds. In response, Jill holds a Tool Man auction on Tool Time -- where Bob Vila makes a surprise appearance, bringing in $700, whereas Tim only goes for $300 when Jill bids on him herself. Emasculated and frustrated at once again being bested by Bob Vila, Tim challenges Vila to a race in their newly-completed hot rods. Tim's nerves are frayed as he rushes to get his hot rod running in time for the race, but with a little help and wisdom from Wilson he's able to complete his hot rod after three years of work -- and be happy about it despite losing the race to Bob Vila yet again. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 24: Reality Bytes (1994)

Title: Reality Bytes Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 18, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Joanna Daniels, Richard O. Covey, Ken Bowersox, Story Musgrave, Claude Nicollier, Jeffrey Hoffman, Thomas D. Akers Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Matthew Miller, Barrie Nadler This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 27, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Mark is doing a science project about the solar system, and despite Jill’s insistence that he let him do it on his own, Tim gets heavily involved in helping him build a diorama of all the planets. Meanwhile, Randy has been posing as a 32-year-old dermatologist online, taking inspiration from Tim’s old love letters to Jill to send flirty emails to a 25 year old woman named Mollie. When Mollie shows up at the house, Tim and Jill realize what’s going on and orchestrate a prank to teach Randy a lesson. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 23: What You See Is What You Get (1994)

Title: What You See Is What You Get Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 23 Broadcast date: May 11, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Tim Allen, Diane Ford This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 20, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim is being particularly boorish about Jill’s appearance, comparing her unfavorably to a picture of her from when she was younger. When Tim sees Jill playing with a bizarre Photoshop-style computer program that allows you to alter your appearance, he makes a big deal out of all the ways he’d like to improve Jill’s looks. Jill is predictably hurt by this, but it takes a conversation with Wilson for Tim to understand why he shouldn’t repeatedly trash talk his wife’s looks. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 22: Swing Time (1994)

Title: Swing Time Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 22 Broadcast date: May 4, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mickey Jones, Drake Bell, Victoria Principal Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: B.K. Taylor This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 12, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill is upset when Tim gives the boys’ old swingset to Pete from K&B Construction. Tim argues that the boys have outgrown it, but Jill explains that the swingset has so much sentimental significance for her because of all the fond memories of the boys playing on it when they were little. Tim gets the old swingset back from Pete, then disassembles it and rebuilds it as a porch swing for him and Jill to use. Meanwhile on Tool Time, Tim meets a female construction foreman and refuses to accept that she’s good at her job until she bests him in a series of home improvement competitions. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 21: Fifth Anniversary (1994)

Title: Fifth Anniversary Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Apr 6, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Joel Polis, Lois De Banzie, Jimmy Labriola, Michael Andretti, Johnny Rutherford Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston, Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 6, 2018 Episode Synopsis: On Tool Time, Tim and Al debut a man-centric kitchen. Afterward, Tim wants to take the entire crew to Indy speedway to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Tool Time, but his boss Mr. Davidson objects after all the money Tim spent on the kitchen stunt. Tim is determined to do something special for his audience to commemorate five years on the air, so he takes inspiration from Wilson and shows them a clipshow of the inaugural Tool Time episode, followed by a visit from Michael Andretti and some other race car driver. Meanwhile, Jill is trying to plan yet another library fundraiser, this time by inviting donors to a "No dinner dinner party." It doesn't go well. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 20: It Was the Best of Tims, It Was the Worst of Tims (1994)

Title: It Was the Best of Tims, It Was the Worst of Tims Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 30, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Al Fann, Alice Carter, Melissa Christopher, Amy Steel, Ben Golomb Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 29, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill is hosting a baby shower for a bunch of her friends, and when Tim drops in on his way to a demolition derby she’s shocked and turned on by how charming and nice he is with all of them. When Tim gets back from the derby, Jill tries to seduce him - until Tim’s gassy reaction to the nachos he ate at the demolition derby puts a damper on things. Jill is upset that the zest and romance has gone out of their relationship after fifteen years of marriage. At first, Tim gets defensive - but after a chat with Wilson, he busts out a tuxedo for a romantic night at the house with Jill. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 19: Too Many Cooks (1994)

Title: Too Many Cooks Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Mar 16, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Angela Paton, Leigh Ann Orsi, Anndi McAfee Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston, Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 23, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Irma (of Cooking with Irma fame) goes away for a week and asks Al, an amateur chef, to guest host her show while she's gone - with Tim as his assistant. Al is a natural in the kitchen and a big hit with Irma's audience, but when Tim's jokes and clowning fail to get any laughs he plans to quit assisting Al. Al accuses Tim of wanting to bail because he's not the center of attention, and at home Jill helps Tim realize that it's possible to just assist someone without trying to make a bunch of corny jokes. Meanwhile, Randy struggles to win the affections of his crush Beth -- with a little help from Brad, Ashley and Wilson. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 18: The Eve of Construction (1994)

Title: The Eve of Construction Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Mar 9, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino, Leigh Ann Orsi, Kimberly Clarice Aiken, John Elway, Eric Hipple, Evander Holyfield, Sean Jones, Kenny O’Brien, Bill Pickel, Kelvin Pritchett, Ray Baker, Shawn Shea, Jimmy Carter Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris, Marley Sims, Elliot Shoenman This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 15, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim and Al partner up with former president Jimmy Carter to build houses for Habitat for Humanity. Jill wants to help out, but Tim forbids her, insisting that construction is men’s work and women are useless on a job site. Tim’s theory is put to the test when he and a group of pro football players try to build a house together while Al embarks on the same project with a group of female contractors. Predictably, Tim winds up humiliating himself, and must grudgingly acknowledge that women and men are equals. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 17: Room for Change (1994)

Title: Room for Change Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Mar 2, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Jon Vandergriff This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 9, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Brad and Randy's constant fighting gets to be too much, Tim wants to give the older boy his own room and move Mark in with Randy. Jill wants to discuss the matter with the boys, but before she can Tim acts unilaterally and tells Mark to move in with Randy. Jill is angry at Tim for going against her wishes, while Tim accuses her - and all women - of being indecisive. Out back, Wilson reminds Tim that the boys' dispute can only be solved by getting at the root of the problem, while Jill has a heart-to-heart with Randy that convinces him bunking with Mark won't be all that bad. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 16: The Colonel (1994)

Title: The Colonel Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 9, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: M. Emmet Walsh Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 2, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill’s father, a retired military man, comes to visit the Taylors - and he brings copies of the history book he’s just written. He gives one to both Jill and Tim, asking for their honest feedback. They attempt to read it, but the book winds up being so boring that they can’t get through it. When Jill reluctantly confesses to her father that she thinks the book needs a lot of work, he gets angry and blows up at her. After some encouragement from Wilson, Jill is able to sit down and talk to her father about how he needs to manage his anger better. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 15: Reel Men (1994)

Title: Reel Men Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 26, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Mariangela Pino Directed by: Peter Filsinger Written by: Ron Bloomberg This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 24, 2018 Episode Synopsis: While Jill and Eileen enjoy a girls' weekend, Tim goes ice fishing with Al in a fishing shack he's thinking of buying. Although Al wants to use their time in the one-room shack on the lake to talk and get to know each other, Tim rebuffs Al's advances, watching TV, losing Al's supplies and falling through a hole in the ice, losing their car keys in the process. By the time Wilson arrives with their spare keys, Al is furious at Tim. Wilson explains to Tim that sometimes your friends expect you to engage with their lives in a meaningful way, and Tim makes an effort to talk to Al the whole way home... Even though he accidentally burns the shack down on his way out the door. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 14: Dream On (1994)

Title: Dream On Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 12, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Paul Wolff This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 17, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Al is in an uncharacteristically bad mood and nobody can figure out why. When Tim finally convinces Al to open up, he learns that Al’s girlfriend Ilene had a sexually-charged dream about Tim riding a golden stallion while wearing a pair of bike shorts. The whole thing has left Al feeling emasculated and embarrassed, but Tim convinces him and Ilene to come to dinner with him and Jill to get his mind off things. But when Tim starts ribbing Al about horses and bike shorts over dinner, Ilene realizes that Al told him about her dream, sparking a huge fight. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 13: Slip Sleddin’ Away (1994)

Title: Slip Sleddin’ Away Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 5, 1994 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Francesca P. Roberts, John Voldstad, Lowell Sanders Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 27, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When local bully Vinnie McGuirn pushes Randy too far, Tim encourages him to put the bully in his place by challenging him to a sled race - and to give Randy a leg up, Tim soups up his sled with a spoiler. When a practice run lands Randy in the ER with a sprained wrist, Jill is angry that Tim encouraged her son to engage in such a dangerous act of competition. But Randy insists that he needs to beat Vinnie in order to prove to himself and everyone else that he's not a shrimp -- and Jill agrees. Ultimately, Randy races Vinnie and beats him - but Tim manages to get injured in a rematch race with Vinnie's father. Meanwhile, Brad is doing everything he can to get out of his saxophone lessons, while Tim and Al work with squeaky floorboards on Tool Time. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 12: ‘Twas the Blight Before Christmas (1993)

Title: ’Twas the Blight Before Christmas Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 15, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Alan Fudge, Blake Ewing, Ben Gillespie Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: B.K. Taylor This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 20, 2018 Episode Synopsis: It’s Christmas, which can only mean one thing: Tim is once again going all out to try and beat Doc Johnson in the neighborhood’s annual Christmas decoration competition. Despite Tim’s attempts to keep his decoration designs under wraps, Doc Johnson keeps figuring them out and one-upping him. Eventually, he finds the source of the leak: Randy, who’s been spilling the decoration details to Doc Johnson’s cute granddaughter. Meanwhile, Brad wants to go skiing with a friend over Christmas, and when Tim and Jill say no, he tries to sneak off on his own. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 11: Feud for Thought (1993)

Title: Feud for Thought Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 1, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Lee Garlington, Michael Toland, Natalie Core, Bonnie Hellman, Tom Simmons, Rebecca Balding, Leigh Ann Orsi Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Simms This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 13, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Jill gets a last minute invitation to her 20-year high school reunion, she's eager to go in order to face off against her ex-best friend, Joanie, who stole her high school sweetheart, Jack. When they arrive in Washington, D.C., Jill almost loses her nerve, but Tim encourages her to sit down and talk with Joanie - where she learns some surprising news and gains some much-needed closure. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 10: A Frozen Moment (1993)

Title: A Frozen Moment Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 24, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, Jimmy Labriola Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Max Eisenberg This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 7, 2018 Episode Synopsis: At the Taylor family Thanksgiving, Tim reveals his plan to give their annual Christmas card photo more power: an elaborate winter wonderland set he’s built, complete with Christmas-themed costumes for him, Jill, and the boys. Meanwhile, on Tool Time, Tim introduces the world to “The Man’s Bathroom.” Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 9: Dollars and Sense (1993)

Title: Dollars and Sense Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 17, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: David Wohl, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston, Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 31, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Jill's mother notifies her that three $50 bonds she bought for the boys have come due, Jill decides to let the boys figure out what to invest them in. When the boys decide to invest in a baseball card, Tim takes them to a toy store to make the purchase - but instead the three wind up buying an expensive remote controlled racecar signed by a famous driver. At home, the boys prove unable to keep their hands off this mint-condition keepsake and wind up severely damaging it but trying to hide it. When Tim and Jill discover the damage, they teach the boys a lesson by telling them that a buyer wants to give them $750 for the model - an offer the boys painfully turn down. Meanwhile, Tim and Al go to a job site with the K&B guys to talk about how best to work on the high steel. Things get off track when Tim attempts to zipline down to an outhouse. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 8: Be True to Your Tool (1993)

Title: Be True to Your Tool Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 10, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Joel Polis, Laura Pacheco Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bruce Ferber This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 23, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim is excited to promote Binford’s newest power saw on Tool Time - until he tries it out at home and realizes it’s a defective piece of crap. Tim refuses to endorse a product that he doesn’t believe in, but Binford insists. In protest, Tim and Al take their concerns to Wes Davidson, Binford’s new CEO. Meanwhile, the boys go grocery shopping for the family and buy expired and discounted food so they can spend the savings on candy. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 7: Blow Up (1993)

Title: Blow Up Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 3, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino, Robert Picardo Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore, Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 16, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill is excited to attend the gala dinner celebrating her tireless work for the annual Library Fundraiser - but everything goes wrong at the last minute. When her neighbor Joe is unable to secure the beautiful dress he promised to get her on the cheap, Jill has to wear an unflattering dress instead - and when they arrive at the event, she finds that the big picture of her in the lobby is an ugly image from her driver's license because Tim didn't take her picture to the photo lab until the very last minute. Humiliated, Jill is furious at Tim for showing such a blase attitude about something that matters to her - until Tim makes up for it by making a new blown-up photo of her, along with a nice dinner. Meanwhile, Al shows his competitive side when he takes the boys mini-golfing. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 6: Crazy for You (1993)

Title: Crazy For You Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 27, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 9, 2018 Episode Synopsis: It’s Halloween, and the whole Taylor clan is getting into the holiday spirit. When Tim receives a box of cookies at Tool Time from a secret admirer, he begins to fear that he has a deranged stalker who wants to kill him. When his admirer shows up to the Taylor family’s Halloween costume party, Tim starts to panic - until it turns out that the whole thing was an elaborate prank hatched by Jill, Al, Heidi, Wilson and the boys. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 5: Arrivederci, Binford (1993)

Title: Arrivederci, Binford Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 13, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, William Allen Young, Christine Brady Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 26, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Mr. Binford dies, everyone is emotionally affected by his passing except Tim. While Al and Jill are both moved to tears by the death of a man who's played a major role in their lives and careers, Tim finds himself unable to cry about it because he doesn't know how to grieve his old friend. After Wilson explains that people grieve in different ways, Tim celebrates Mr. Binford's life with a 21 nail gun salute. Meanwhile, Jill has been roped into stuffing envelopes for yet another library fundraiser. She enlists the boys for help with mixed results. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 4: A Sew, Sew Evening (1993)

Title: A Sew, Sew Evening Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 6, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Mariangela Pino, Robert Picardo Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 26, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim can’t stand his new neighbor, an overbearing, motor-mouthed meat salesman named Joe Morton. To get Joe to quit bothering him, Tim tells him that he has to be left alone so he can take care of Jill, who he claims needs around-the-clock supervision because of a debilitating drinking problem. But when Jill befriends Joe’s wife Marie and both couples go out for dinner at a local steakhouse, Tim’s lies come to the forefront and things get pretty juicy. Meanwhile, Brad has started taking home economics classes in hopes of meeting girls. At first Randy gives him a hard time for learning how to sew, but Al helps set him straight with some sewing stories from his time in the Navy. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 3: This Joke’s for You (1993)

Title: This Joke’s For You Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Sept 29, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Jimmy Lee Newman Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 18, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Tim installs a new intercom in the house, he overhears Randy mocking his show and his safety record to one of his friends. Offended at being mocked behind his back, Tim confronts Randy, grounds him for the disrespect and attempts to do a serious, safe Tool Time with disastrous results. Wilson ultimately helps him realize that it's natural for sons to mock their fathers at Randy's age, which leads Tim to lift the grounding. Meanwhile, Brad is struggling to read David Copperfield in order to impress an newly intellectual Jenny Sudarsky. But when he can't manage it, she dumps him. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 2: Aisle See You in My Dreams (1993)

Title: Aisle See You in My Dreams Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 22, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Guest Starring: Sherry Hursey, David Graf, Christopher Michael Moore, Isiah Thomas Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Elliot Shoenman, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 11, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Al has just turned 35, and at his birthday party he tells the Taylors that his one wish is to get married and start a family. Against Tim's wishes, Jill sets Al up with her friend Ilene, a local dentist who turns out to be just as desperate to settle down as Al is. When the two begin naming their future children on their first date, Jill becomes concerned that they're moving too fast. When Al proposes to Ilene on an episode of Tool Time, Tim agrees - and employs some clever editing to keep Al from foolishly rushing in. Meanwhile, Brad and Randy trick Mark into thinking he's pen pals with corn-loving pro basketball player Isiah Thomas. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 3, Episode 1: Maybe Baby (1993)

Title: Maybe Baby Season, Episode: Season 3, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 13, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Bob Bendeston This podcast episode was originally released: Episode Synopsis: When Jill finds out her sister is pregnant with a girl, she finds herself longing to have a daughter of her own. Tim is outright opposed to the idea, as he thinks that three rambunctious boys is more than enough kids. His refusal to budge on the issue angers Jill - but with some help from Wilson, Tim realizes her desire for a daughter is rooted in a need to build a legacy, and he opens up to the idea, only for Jill to tell him that she doesn't really want another kid after all. Meanwhile, Brad and Randy tell Mark that Jill had initially wanted a girl when he was conceived, and that she always bakes with him because she wants him to be a girl too. Jill sets Mark straight by telling him she loves him just as much as he loved the turtle they got him when he really wanted a puppy. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2 Super Spectacular, Part 2

Title: Season 2 Super Spectacular, Part 2 A look back on season two of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: May 14, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 2 Super Spectacular, Part 1

Title: Season Two Super Spectacular A look back on season two of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: May 14, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 7: Roomie for Improvement (1992) - Audio Commentary

BONUS EPISODE We provide an interactive audio commentary for the episode “Roomie for Improvement”. Title: Roomie for Improvement Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 4, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Mario Andretti, Michael Andretti, Debra Engle Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 11, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Mark (Taran Noah Smith) comes down with chicken pox, Tim has to go stay with Al (Richard Karn) for a few days to avoid getting infected. At Al's apartment, Tim quickly gets irritated by Al's overbearing manner and eccentric habits, leading to a blowup. Eventually, Tim reconciles with Al by helping to set him up with one of his cute neighbors. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 25: The Great Race (1993)

Title: The Great Race Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 25 Broadcast date: May 19, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Bob Vila, Betsy Randle, Lamont Johnson, Michael Goldfinger, Shawn Shea Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean, Matt Williams This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 23, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Bob Vila wins a fan poll and is invited back to guest star on Tool Time once again. During his appearance, he challenges Tim (Tim Allen) to a lawnmower race for charity. Before the race, Tim installs a jet engine onto his lawnmower to give himself a competitive advantage. Meanwhile, Jill (Patricia Richardson) and Mark (Taran Noah Smith) play a prank on Brad and Randy after they make their little brother swallow a tadpole. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 24: Birth of a Hot Rod (1993)

Title: Birth of a Hot Rod Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 12, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: David Correia, Gene Weygant Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Steve Gabriel This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 16, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) is on the verge of finally starting the engine on the hot rod he's been building for more than a year -- but now he's spending so much time in the garage that he's neglected all the other household chores Jill (Patricia Richardson) needs him to take care of. When Tim procrastinates for too long, Jill hires a repairman, which infuriates Tim as it challenges his authority as the Tool Man. When Wilson (Earl Hindman) reminds Tim of one of his own quotes, "What every job has in common is that it must be done and it must be done well," Tim resolves to do better at fixing things around the house - and helps teach Jill some Home Improvement skills too. Meanwhile, it's Lawn Week on Tool Time, where Tim and Al (Richard Karn) get into troubl ewhen they accidentally behead a guest's topiary flamingo. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Interview with John Pasquin

Title: Interview with director John Pasquin Grunt Work interviews the prolific director of the first two seasons of Home Improvement and the movies The Santa Clause, Jungle 2 Jungle, and Joe Somebody. This episode was originally released: Apr 9, 2018 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 23: To Build or Not to Build (1993)

Title: To Build or Not to Build Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 23 Broadcast date: May 5, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Ann Morgan Gilbert, Mickey Jones, Casey Sander, Gary McGurk Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Robert Zappia This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 2, 2018 Episode Synopsis: In honor of Mother's Day, Tim (Tim Allen) has the boys each build a sweet gift for Jill (Patricia Richardson). Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan) and Mark (Taran Noah Smith) make handmade recipe and jewelery boxes - but Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) tells Tim he isn't interested in making Jill something by hand. Tim consults with Wilson (Earl Hindman) about how to help his son show his love in his own special way, and ultimately helps Randy put on a magic show for Jill as his magician alter ego, The Great Randini. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 22: Ex Marks the Spot (1993)

Title: Ex Marks the Spot Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 14, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Kathleen Garrett Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Darrell Campbell, Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 26, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim (Tim Allen) and Al (Richard Karn) run into Tim's old girlfriend Stacey at a bar. Tim is furious when Al suggests that Stacey swing by Tim's house to meet Jill (Patricia Richardson) and the boys - because it turns out he ghosted her in college and he doesn't want Jill to find out. Things get even more awkward when Al and Stacey hit it off and decide to go out on a date. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 21: Much Ado About Nana (1993)

Title: Much Ado About Nana Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Mar 17, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Polly Holliday, Paige Tamada Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 20, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill (Patricia Richardson) is on edge because her mother Nana (Polly Holliday) is coming to visit and she wants everything to be perfect. When Jill finds out that Nana is giving her an old tea set while giving a treasured family heirloom to Jill's sister, Jill is furious - but she forbids Tim (Tim Allen) from getting involved. Tim tries to keep the secret, but when Nana suggests that Jill's anger and frostiness is related to a bedroom issue, Tim spills the beans. In response, Nana and Jill have a talk in the backyard in which Jill learns the true significance of the tea set Nana gave her. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 20: Shooting Three to Make TuTu (1993)

Title: Shoot Three to Make Tutu Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 3, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Howard Michael Gould This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 12, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Jill (Patricia Richardson) begs Tim (Tim Allen) to take Mark to the ballet, Tim reluctantly agrees -- but when Wilson (Earl Hindman) offers him courtside tickets to a basketball game, Tim can't say no. He and Mark (Taran Noah Smith) go to the ballet for half an hour, then the game. When Jill finds out, she's furious that Tim has sabotaged her attempt to introduce her son to the finer things in life. Wilson (Earl Hindman) suggests to Tim that his disdain for ballet is rooted in ignorance, so to make amends with Jill he creates a video of a male-friendly ballet that splices dance with sports footage. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan) and Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) steal a cigar from Tim's sock drawer and smoke it while he and Jill are gone. At first they're able to hide their mischief - until Tim and Jill find the evidence and trick them into confessing. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 19: Karate or Not, Here I Come (1993)

Title: Karate or Not, Here I Come Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Feb 24, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Stuart Quan, Perry Anzilotti, Mary-Pat Green, Greg Collins, Ryan Tomlinson Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Mar 5, 2018 Episode Synopsis: After Tim (Tim Allen) invites a group of karate experts onto Tool Time to demonstrate their board breaking skills, Mark (Taran Noah Smith) decides to start taking karate classes. But when his partner in class turns out to be a bully, Tim and Jill (Patricia Richardson) try to talk to the boy's mother - who turns out to be an even bigger bully. After she hits Tim in the head with her purse, he and Jill debate how to respond without setting a bad example for their son. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 18: Bye Bye Birdy (1993)

Title: Bye Bye Birdie Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 17, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jessica Wesson Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 26, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Brad Taylor (Zachery Ty Bryan) breaks up with Jenny Sudarsky (Jessica Wesson) because she won't let him copy her math homework anymore - and his grades suffer as a result. Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) suggests that Brad play it up like Jenny broke up with him so he can get sympathy from Jill (Patricia Richardson) and distract from his bad grades. But when Jill discovers the truth, she and Tim (Tim Allen) punish him by trying to teach him math. Meanwhile, an annoying woodpecker has taken residence in the roof of the Taylor house, leading Tim to take crazier and crazier steps to try and scare it away. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 17: You’re Driving Me Nuts, You’re Driving Me Crazy (1993)

Title: You’re Driving Me Crazy, You’re Driving Me Nuts Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 10, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Kevin Scannell, Betsy Randle, Cleto Augusto Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Maxine Lapiduss This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 19, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim (Tim Allen) and Jill (Patricia Richardson) are on their way to a wedding for Jill's aunt Sheila and Tim refuses to stop for directions. They get lost in a snowstorm and wind up driving in circles, visiting the same gas station multiple times as they try to find the church. Afterwards, Jill is mad, Tim talks to Wilson, who helps him to understand that it's natural for men to try and navigate by instinct and intuition. Tim explains this to Jill and she forgives him. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 16: Dances with Tools (1993)

Title: Dances with Tools Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 16 Broadcast date: Feb 3, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Ann Miller, Dirk Lumbard, Mike Pniewski, Gregg Daniel, Jillian Fontaine Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Feb 12, 2018 Episode Synopsis: As an anniversary gift, Tim (Tim Allen) decides to take ballroom dancing lessons with Jill (Patricia Richardson). But when Tim's boorish behavior in class winds up severely injuring their instructor, Jill is furious that Tim can't take anything she likes seriously. With some help from Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim learns how to dance and successfully sweeps Jill off her feet. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Mark (Taran Noah Smith) play pranks with whip cream, and Tim receives a major award on Tool Time. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 15: Love Is a Many Splintered Thing (1993)

Title: Love Is a Many Splintered Thing Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 20, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Diana Bellamy, O’Neal Compton Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 29, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill (Patricia Richardson) is concerned after a magazine quiz she takes says that she and Tim (Tim Allen) aren't compatible. Tim is dismissive, and creates his own quiz to mock Jill for putting stock in a magazine quiz. After talking to Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim explains to Jill that their differences make them a stronger couple. Meanwhile, Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) has entered the school talent show as a ventriloquism act, despite not knowing ventriloquism. To help out, Tim makes him a ventriloquist dummy that looks just like the Tool Man. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 14: Howard’s End (1993)

Title: Howard’s End Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 13, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jessica Wesson Directed by: Andy Cadiff Written by: Stacey Hur This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 29, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Jill (Patricia Richardson) opens her own checking account for the money she's made at her new job, Tim (Tim Allen) doesn't take it well, and soon the two are locked in an argument over what in their life belongs to whom. When Tim lets slip that he believes Jill's car, not to mention the whole house, belong to him because he paid for them, Jill is furious at him for marginalizing her. When Wilson (Earl Hindman) helps Tim understand that his belief that he owns everything in the house is rooted in a desire to own Jill as well, Tim makes amends by calculating up how much money he owes Jill for 12 years of marriage and motherhood. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan) gets into hot water when he kills Jenny Sudarsky's goldfish by putting its bowl too close to a lamp and making the water too hot. At first, he and Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) try to find a duplicate goldfish so she won't find out, but ultimately Brad comes clean to her - and Jenny, against all odds, isn't mad about it. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 13: Bell Bottom Blues (1993)

Title: Bell Bottom Blues Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 6, 1993 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 22, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Jill (Patricia Richardson) tries to clean out her closet, but has a hard time parting with her old clothes. Instead, Tim (Tim Allen) decides to remodel the closet to make room for everything. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan) gets in trouble at school for punching another boy who made fun of him for hugging Tim. Tim makes Brad promise not to solve his problems with violence, and in return promises not to hug Brad in front of his friends anymore. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 12: I’m Scheming of a White Christmas (1992)

Title: I’m Scheming of a White Christmas Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 16, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Vicki Lewis, The Manhattan Transfer Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: B.K. Taylor This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 15, 2018 Episode Synopsis: It's Christmas, and all of the Taylors are getting into the holiday spirit! Tim (Tim Allen) has built an elaborate light display on his front lawn that blinds the whole neighborhood, while Brad (Zachery Ty Bryan) and Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) are going door to door collecting money for charity. When Tim and Jill (Patricia Richardson) catch Brad and Randy trying to steal some of the charity money they've raised, they're shocked that their kids could be so dishonest -- but afterwards, the guilt-ridden boys not only return the stolen money but also dig up bags of their own possessions that they can donate to charity. Meanwhile, on the set of Tool Time, Tim is forced to deal with Maureen's micromanagement while trying to produce a Christmas special with musical guests the Manhattan Transfer. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 11: Abandoned Family (1992)

Title: Abandoned Family Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 2, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Vicki Lewis Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 8, 2018 Episode Synopsis: When Jill (Patricia Richardson) gets a last-minute assignment from her job at Inside Detroit magazine, Tim (Tim Allen) has to take over the housework. Tim gets so wrapped up in automating the washer and dryer that he forgets to make lunch for the boys or help Mark build a gingerbread house for a bakesale, and eventually sets the oven on fire. Jill is upset that she can't pursue a career because she can't trust Tim to take care of the house, but Tim reminds her that the kids are still alive and he didn't screw up every task, so there's really nothing to worry about. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 10: Let’s Did Lunch (1992)

Title: Let’s Did Lunch Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 25, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Betsy Randle, Tony Carriero, Brent Hinkley Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Howard Michael Gould This podcast episode was originally released: Jan 2, 2018 Episode Synopsis: Tim's (Tim Allen) friend Dave puts him in an awkward position when he asks him to lie to his girlfriend (and Jill's best friend) Karen. He wants Tim to say that they had lunch together yesterday, whereas Dave was actually seeing another woman. Despite the ethical quandary, Tim goes along - which gets him into hot water with Jill (Patricia Richardson) when she finds out, and hotter water with Dave when he finds out Jill knows. Meanwhile, Al (Richard Karn) tries to identify wood by scent on Tool Time, while Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan), Mark (Taran Noah Smith) and Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) build a garbage catapult to get revenge on some neighborhood bullies. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 9: Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way (1992)

Title: Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 18, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jim Boeke, Wilson Raiser Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 25, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim (Tim Allen) needs to update his will, but he keeps putting it off even though Jill (Patricia Richardson) keeps reminding him. Ultimately he admits to her that he's been avoiding it because he's almost the same age his father was when he died. Mark (Taran Noah Smith) overhears their conversation and becomes scared that Tim is about to die. By comforting Mark, Tim is at last able to will himself to finish his will. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 8: May the Best Man Win (1992)

Title: May the Best Man Win Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 11, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Vicki Lewis Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Maxine Ladipuss This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 18, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Mr. Binford elopes with a model, he puts his busybody daughter Maureen in charge of Tool Time - much to the chagrin of Tim (Tim Allen), who has been running the show for years. Maureen's meddlesome nature leads her to alter the plans for the house they're renovating on the show and start making Al (Richard Karn) wear Hawaiian shirts, and there's nothing Tim can do. Jill (Patricia Richardson), meanwhile, has gotten a new job and couldn't be more excited. With Jill, Wilson (Earl Hindman) and even the boys too busy to give him advice, Tim is at a loss - until he comes up with a plan to send Maureen out of town to get her out of their hair. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 7: Roomie for Improvement (1992)

Title: Roomie for Improvement Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Nov 4, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Mario Andretti, Michael Andretti, Debra Engle Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 11, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Mark (Taran Noah Smith) comes down with chicken pox, Tim has to go stay with Al (Richard Karn) for a few days to avoid getting infected. At Al's apartment, Tim quickly gets irritated by Al's overbearing manner and eccentric habits, leading to a blowup. Eventually, Tim reconciles with Al by helping to set him up with one of his cute neighbors. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 6: Haunting of Taylor House (1992)

Title: Haunting of Taylor House Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 28, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jessica Wesson, Aaron Freeman, Rider Strong, Trevor Larkin Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Dec 4, 2017 Episode Synopsis: It's Halloween, and Tim (Tim Allen) and Jill (Patricia Richardson) are helping Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) throw a spooktacular party for all of his friends, complete with creepy snacks and a homemade haunted house in the basement. Brad has dressed up in a ridiculous Raggedy Andy costume as part of a couples' costume with Jenny Sudarsky - but when she shows up wearing a matching costume with a boy named Danny and gives Brad a frosty reception, Tim has to help Brad negotiate his first-ever couple fight. After Brad and Jenny make up, Jill takes the guests on a tour of Tim's highly-anticipated haunted house, where an at first dismissive Danny is scared senseless by Al (Richard Karn) and Wilson (Earl Hindman) in crazy costumes. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 5: Heavy Meddle (1992)

Title: Heavy Meddle Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 14, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Eileen Brennan, Dion Anderson, Betsy Randle, Tony Carriero, Jessica Tuck, Tom Gallop Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Rosalind Moore This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 27, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim (Tim Allen) is inviting a few friends over to help him put a new engine in his hot rod. But when Jill (Patricia Richardson) finds out that her friend Karen has broken up with her boyfriend, she tries to set Karen up with Tim's buddy Dave - even though Tim begs her not to get involved. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 4: Groin Pains (1992)

Title: Groin Pains Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 7, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Howard J. Morris This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 21, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Tim (Tim Allen) feels intimidated by the young, strapping, muscular leads in Jill's romance novels, he tries to compensate by carrying a heavy crate full of books out to the garage -- and pulls his groin in the process. Despite his injured groin (and pride), Tim tries to hide his condition from Jill, even though he's in too much pain to lift anything heavy - which makes for awkward situations on the set of Tool Time and around the house when Jill (Patricia Richardson) tries to initiate a romantic moment. Ultimately, Wilson (Earl Hindman) helps Tim realize that he injured himself because he was "peacocking" for Jill - trying to prove that he's still tough and capable, even though that's not why she loves him. Meanwhile, Randy (Zachary Ty Bryan) has been cast as Peter Pan in the school play. To save him the indignity of having to prance around the auditorium, Tim builds a pulley system and harness so that Randy can fly -- with disastrous results when Tim tries to test it. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 3: Overactive Glance (1992)

Title: Overactive Glance Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Sept 30, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Betsy Randle, Debbe Dunning, Shelia Franklin, Kevin Brief, Bob Destri Hilgenberg, Mike Randleman, Kevi Raz Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 13, 2017 Episode Synopsis: After Jill (Patricia Richardson) notices Tim (Tim Allen) checking out an attractive female guest on Tool Time, she bets him that he can't make it through an entire night out at dinner without looking at another woman. Tim takes the bet, but gets more than he bargained for when the restaurant they go to turns out to be full of beautiful women. Meanwhile, Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) tries to improve his passing skills on the football team. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 2: Rites and Wrongs of Passage (1992)

Title: Rites and Wrongs of Passage Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 2 Broadcast date:Sept 23, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Will Nye, Virginia Watson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Nov 6, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim bought tickets for him and the boys to see a good old-fashioned monster truck show -- but when a group of older boys at school begin encouraging Brad to pull pranks and run afoul of the police, Tim and Jill ground him and Tim forbids him to go see the monster trucks. In response, Brad gets even more mouthy and rebellious. Wilson explains to Tim that Brad is acting out because he's caught between adolescence and manhood, a situation tribal societies avoided by inducting boys with the rites of manhood. In response, Tim lets Brad use a blowtorch while working on their hot rod and anoints him with motor oil to celebrate his transformation into the 'man-child.' Meanwhile, Tim's mouth gets him in trouble when a local Scotsman challenges him to participate in the Kaber Toss at the local Highland games - an ancient Scottish tradition in which men pick up a giant log and throw it as far as they can. When a kilt-clad Tim attempts this at the games, he instead chucks the log clear through the window of Al's lovingly restored '84 Mercury Marquis station wagon. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 2, Episode 1: Read My Hips (1992)

Title: Read My Hips Season, Episode: Season 2, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 16, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Jessica Wesson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: B.K. Taylor This podcast episode was originally released: Oct 30, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim (Tim Allen) blows it big time when he goes out drinking with Al (Richard Karn) and the K&B Construction guys, missing a romantic dinner that Jill (Patricia Richardson) had planned to surprise him. In the fight that ensues when he returns home, Tim argues that Jill never told him she was making a romantic dinner, while Jill argues that Tim should have been able to pick up on her signals. Wilson (Earl Hindman) helps Tim understand by comparing his marriage to the engine of his hot rod - you have to listen carefully for any signs that the engine needs something. In response, Tim surprises Jill as "Fred" the telephone repairman, who fixes the "communication problems" in the house and is rewarded with some hot lovin'. On Tool Time, Tim and Al do a salute to job site safety. Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) inches awkwardly toward his first kiss with Jenny Sudarsky, which Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Mark (Taran Noah Smith) repeatedly try to spy on. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1 Super Spectacular

Title: Season One Super Spectacular A look back on season one of Home Improvement; favorite moments, character actors, the season MVP, and more! This episode was originally released: Oct 24, 2017 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 24: Stereo-Typical (1992)

Title: Stereo-Typical Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 24 Broadcast date: May 5, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Janeen Rae Heller, John “Juke” Logan Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Carmen Finestra, David McFadzen, Matt Williams This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 25, 2017 Episode Synopsis: In the season one finale, Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) blows out the family's stereo and buys a massive, high-tech, extremely complicated replacement that vexes Jill (Patricia Richardson) to no end. After hooking the stereo's controls up to The Clapper, Tim is unable to lower the volume and a soprano on one of Jill's opera recordings shatters every window in the house. In the aftermath, Jill prompts Tim to recall all the various ways he's been injured over the course of the season. On the set of "Tool Time," the K&B Construction guys make their triumphant return to debut their song "Rachet Rhapsody", played entirely on construction equipment. Tim dances. Al (Richard Karn) dances. Lisa (Pamela Anderson) dances. The crew dances. The audience dances. Indeed, as this first season of Home Improvement comes to a close, all are united in the shared language of dance and household maintenance. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 23: Al’s Fair in Love and War (1992)

Title: Al’s Fair in Love and War Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 23 Broadcast date: Apr 28, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jennifer Nash, Jessica Wesson, Pearl Shear Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Elliot Stern This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 25, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Perennial bachelor Al Borland (Richard Karn) is caught off guard when his secret admirer Greta Post (Jennifer Nash) shows up for a "Tool Time" taping bearing a love letter. After a lifetime of being the caring, sensitive guy who girls would rather befriend than bed, Al turns to Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) for advice on how to win Greta's affections. Al's literal interpretation of Tim's advice results in a howling, bare-chested faux-pas, but Tim and Jill (Patricia Richardson) are able patch things up for Al and Greta. Around the Taylor house, Tim tries to find and read Jill's college diary, learning some scandalous details about her love life in the process. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 22: Luck Be a Taylor Tonight (1992)

Title: Luck Be a Taylor Tonight Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 22 Broadcast date: Apr 7, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Amy Ryan, Tom Verica, Raye Brik, Vic Stagliano Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Allison M. Gibson, Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 18, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor's (Tim Allen) regular testosterone-fueled all-male poker night is threatened when one of the players - Charlie (Tom Verica), Tim's brother-in-law - gets into a terrible fight with his new wife (and Jill's sister) Robin (future Academy Award nominee Amy Ryan) that derails the whole evening. Downstairs around the card table, Tim and the guys try to counsel Charlie through his first marital spat. Upstairs, Jill does the same with Robin. With their help, the newlyweds make up and depart, leaving Tim's poker game one man short - until Jill takes Charlie's place at the table. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 21: A Battle of Wheels (1992)

Title: A Battle of Wheels Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 21 Broadcast date: Mar 17, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Lauren Eve Anderson This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 11, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) puts her pottery wheel in the garage, Tim (Tim Allen) finds that he can't focus on working on his hot rod while she's in there. After receiving some misguided advice from Wilson (Earl Hindman), Jill explains that pottery is important to her because she wants a life independent of Tim and the kids. On "Tool Time," Al Borland (Richard Karn) grows tired of Tim's constant jokes at his expense, pointing out that he's the expert who does all the hard work. To settle the debate, the two of them switch roles for a day on Tool Time, where Al finds that being the tool man is a lot harder than it looks. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 20: Birds of a Feather Flock to Taylor (1992)

Title: Birds of a Feather Flock to Taylor Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 20 Broadcast date: Mar 3, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jack Elam, Ernest Borgnine, Earl Billings Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Marley Sims This podcast episode was originally released: Sept 4, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) is shocked to learn that he and Jill (Patricia Richardson) are going to a fundraiser for the Detroit Opera. Tim accuses Jill of springing this on him, but Jill counters that she'd told him about it well in advance and he wasn't listening. Tim vents about this to a pair of retired autoworkers, Hick (Jack Elam) and Eddie (Academy Award winner Ernest Borgnine), who help him to realize that Jill dropped multiple hints about the opera fundraiser. Jill talks to Wilson (Earl Hindman) and realizes she never directly told Tim they were going to the opera. In the end, Tim and Jill compromise, first going to the fundraiser and then hanging out at a bar with Hick and Eddie. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 19: Unchained Malady (1992)

Title: Unchained Malady Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 19 Broadcast date: Feb 25, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: George Foreman, Betsy Randle Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 28, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Al Borland (Richard Karn) sends Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) a chain letter, which Tim throws away -- against Jill's (Patricia Richardson) recommendation. Soon, bad luck begins to befall Tim: He dyes his hands green and gets a black eye in a friendly boxing match with Jill. Fearing that he's been cursed by the letter, Tim begins to take superstitious measures in hopes of restoring his luck. Eventually, Jill convinces Tim that he's not cursed -- just naturally clumsy and accident-prone. George Foreman guest stars as himself, appearing on "Tool Time" to talk about food and demolish a staircase. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 18: Baby, It’s Cold Outside (1992)

Title: Baby, It’s Cold Outside Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 18 Broadcast date: Feb 18, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jessica Wesson, Noble Willingham Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: B.K. Taylor This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 18, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) has planned a romantic Valentine's Day getaway with Jill (Patricia Richardson), but Mr. Binford throws him a curveball when he insists that Tim take his family camping that weekend instead to promote Binford's new line of camping equipment. Tim's incompetence and the poor quality of Binford's supplies cause tension between Tim and Jill, but after some unexpected advice from Wilson (Earl Hindman), both Tim and Jill resolve to make the best of the camping trip and enjoy their family time. Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) is self-conscious about the valentine he got for Jenny Sudarsky (Jessica Wesson), but creates a much better one with some help from Tim and Jill. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 17: What About Bob? (1992)

Title: What About Bob? Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 17 Broadcast date: Feb 11, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Bob Vila, Aaron Freeman, Noble Willingham, CCH Pounder Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Aug 12, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Bob Vila guest stars as himself, dropping by the set of "Tool Time" to play "Stump the Toolman" trivia with Tim Taylor (Tim Allen). Feeling threatened by Vila's expertise, Tim accidentally knocks him out with a heavy board, forcing Mr. Binford to schedule a second appearance where Tim can make amends. When Jill (Patricia Richardson) finds out that Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) was picking on a classmate, she invites the boy over to put things right - only to discover that he's every bit as abrasive and unbearable as Randy says. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 16: Jill’s Birthday (1992)

Season 1, Episode 15: Forever Jung (1992)

Title: Forever Jung Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 15 Broadcast date: Jan 21, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Jessica Wesson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Carmen Finestra, David McFadzen, Matt Williams This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 30, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) gets home from a trip to the hardware store, he's targeted for mockery by Jill's (Patricia Richardson) outspoken feminst friend Karen (Betsy Randle). She suggests that Tim's tool fixation is because he's "compensating for something", and that Tim's style of masculinity is the source of all the world's strife and violence. Wilson (Earl Hindman) counters to Tim that ancient societies ruled by women were no less violent, and Tim's takeaway is that men and women must learn to work together despite their differences. On "Tool Time," Tim accidentally glues a section of table to his forehead. Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) attends Jenny Sudarsky's (Jessica Wesson, in her first appearance) parents' anniversary party. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 14: For Whom the Belch Tolls (1992)

Title: For Whom the Belch Tolls Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 14 Broadcast date: Jan 14, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Christopher McDonald Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Shelia M. Anthony This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 24, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor's (Tim Allen) rowdy college pal Stu Cutler (Christopher McDonald) shows up in Detroit unannounced and invites himself to dinner. Jill (Patricia Richardson) doesn't like Stu, who drinks and belches and acts like an oversized frat boy, and she asks Tim some tough questions about what he really gets out of his friendship with Stu. With some input from Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim and Stu have a tough but heartfelt conversation about the state of their friendship now that they're adults. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 13: Up Your Alley (1992)

Title: Up Your Alley Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 13 Broadcast date: Jan 7, 1992 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Lewis Dix Jr., Sean Baca, Nicholas Shields This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 1, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) takes Jill (Patricia Richardson), Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) to the bowling alley for a night of family bonding. Thanks to his big mouth, Tim and Jill's match grows more and more competitive - and the stakes for Tim's ego only rise when his fans from K&B Construction show up to watch the fun. In the bowling alley arcade, Brad and Randy square off against a bully who refuses to let them play one of the games. After trying -- and failing -- to fight the bully, the boys instead exact revenge with a set of handcuffs and two cans of silly string. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 12: Yule Better Watch Out (1991)

Title: Yule Better Watch Out Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 12 Broadcast date: Dec 17, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: David Warshofsk Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 1, 2017 Episode Synopsis: In this Christmas episode, Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) tell Mark (Taran Noah Smith) that Santa died several years ago. When Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) and Jill (Patricia Richardson) set Mark straight, he begins asking difficult questions about the existence of Santa Claus. Tim and Jill are torn between lying to their son or ruining Christmas for him - until Santa himself (Earl Hindman) stops by to give Mark the toy he wanted. At the same time, Tim competes with his neighbor Doc Johnson in the neighborhood's annual Christmas decoration contest with disastrous results, while Brad and Randy play bit parts in the Christmas pageant. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 11: Look Who’s Not Talking (1991)

Title: Look Who’s Not Talking Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 11 Broadcast date: Dec 10, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Shawn Shea Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback This podcast episode was originally released: Jul 1, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) has to give a speech to her volunteer group at the library - but owing to her fear of public speaking, she's willing to do anything to avoid working on her speech. Tim (Tim Allen) does his best to keep her focused while putting Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) to work cleaning the house. Eventually, Tim and Mark dress up as women to help Jill rehearse by simulating the all-female audience at her volunteer group. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 10: Reach Out and Teach Someone (1991)

Title: Reach Out and Teach Someone Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 10 Broadcast date: Nov 26, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Janet DuBois, Jennifer Nash, Carol Mansell Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Allison M. Gibson This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 22, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) damages a screwdriver trying to fix a broken sink, Tim (Tim Allen) endeavors to teach her about plumbing -- but he can't control his frustration at his wife's ignorance of home improvement basics. After learning about "metamessaging" from Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim hosts a special Tool Time episode for an all-female audience -- including Jill -- where he apologizes for his know-it-all nature about tools. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) struggles with his self-esteem after Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) mocks him for getting a low score on a test. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 9: Bubble, Bubble, Toil and Trouble (1991)

Title: Bubble, Bubble, Toil and Trouble Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 9 Broadcast date: Nov 19, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Al Fann Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 11, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) manages to persuade Jill (Patricia Richardson) to let him remodel their bathroom with a luxurious jacuzzi tub paid for by Binford, promising it will be a quick job. When the installation winds up taking 18 days and throwing the whole house into disarray, Jill takes the boys to a hotel. Wilson (Earl Hindman) helps Tim understand that he embarks on huge construction projects out of an ingrained male desire to create, which Tim incorporates into his apology. Meanwhile, Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) anxiously fields a call from his crush, Jenny Sudarsky, with a little help from Tim. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 8: Flying Sauces (1991)

Title: Flying Sauces Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 8 Broadcast date: Nov 5, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Casey Sander, Mickey Jones, Gary McGurk, Ray Baker Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Billy Riback, Elliot Stern This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 10, 20177 Episode Synopsis: Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) convince Mark (Taran Noah Smith) that he's adopted, and that they and everyone else in the family are aliens. When Tim (Tim Allen) and Jill (Patricia Richardson) get wind of the scheme, they decide to scare the boys straight by dressing as aliens and blasting psychedelic rock music. On "Tool Time," we have our first appearance of Dwayne, Pete and Rock of K&B Construction, who demonstrate for Tim and Al (Richard Karn) how to cook on the job site using tools. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 7: Nothing More than Feelings (1991)

Title: Nothing More than Feelings Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 7 Broadcast date: Oct 29, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Art LaFleur Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Peter Tolan This podcast episode was originally released: Jun 3, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) ignores the oil light in her car and winds up doing some serious damage to the engine. Tim (Tim Allen) is furious, and vents his frustrations live on the air on "Tool Time." In a wide-ranging discussion with audience members Jimbo (Art LaFleur) and Kyle (Ron Taylor), Tim reveals a number of embarrassing facts about Jill - including that she drools in her sleep. Jill is angry and hurt, refusing to forgive Tim for this public airing of their dirty laundry. To set things right, Tim invites Jimbo and Kyle back on the show for a seminar on how to be more responsive to their wives' feelings - which sways Jill and also prompts an unexpectedly tearful moment from Al Boreland (Richard Karn). Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 6: Adventures in Fine Dining (1991)

Title: Adventures in Fine Dining Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 6 Broadcast date: Oct 22, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Peter Tolan This episode was originally released: May 27, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) have caused such a scene at a pizza parlor that they got the whole family kicked out. Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) bets Jill (Patricia Richardson) that he can teach the boys some table manners - and if he fails, he'll have to go to the opera with her for an entire year. Tim struggles to instill some order and discipline with his rambunctuous boys, but to no avail. Finally, Wilson (Earl Hindman) inspires Tim to have the boys chase him around the yard as he carries that night's raw chicken, in an attempt to teach them to respect food and mealtimes as the product of a hunt, as the cavemen once did. By dinner time, the boys are too tuckered out to be rowdy - and Jill lets Tim count this one as a win. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 5: Wild Kingdom (1991)

Title: Wild Kingdom Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 5 Broadcast date: Oct 15, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Stephen Root, Adam Wylie, Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Susan Estelle Jansen This podcast episode was originally released: May 21, 2017 Episode Synopsis: When Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) and his sons Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) hear a noise in the basement, he figures it's a mouse. Jill (Patricia Richardson) freaks out at first, but when Wilson (Earl Hindman) suggests it could be a snake, it's Tim's turn to freak out - because Tim is terrified of snakes. Tim tries to play it off like he isn't scared, despite ominous warnings from an exterminator (Stephen Root) who suggests that the snake could be anywhere in the house. Eventually, Tim discovers the snake hiding in a light fixture while Mark's Cub Scout troop is visiting the house. Determined to look tough in front of the boys, Tim conquers his fears and wrestles the snake into a bag. Or so he thinks - because when he's not looking, the snake emerges from the wall and crawls into his shirt! Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 4: Satellite on a Hot Tim’s Roof (1991)

Title: Satellite on a Hot Tim’s Roof Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 4 Broadcast date: Oct 8, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: Sam McMurray, Rocky Giordani, Bari K. Willerford Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Allison M. Gibson This podcast episode was originally released: May 15, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) is trying to install a satellite dish on his roof while Jill (Patricia Richardson) has a meeting with Rondall Kittleman (Sam McMurray), an instructor from her job search seminar who wants to help her with her resume. Tim is suspicious that Rondall is trying to seduce Jill, but she insists he's being paranoid. Throughout the afternoon, Rondall helps Jill with her resume while taunting Tim, who attempts to spy on them from the roof. Jill is frustrated - until Rondall makes a pass at her, proving Tim right. She kicks him out and shares a kiss with Tim, still dangling off the roof on several ropes. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. for access to our library of Grunt Work: Nights episodes. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 3: Off Sides (1991)

Title: Off-Sides Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 3 Broadcast date: Oct 1, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: John Marshall Jones, Rudolph Willrich, Deborah Lacy Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Marley Sims This episode was originally released: May 6, 1991 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) wants nothing more than to watch the big Detroit Lions game on TV, but he's made plans to take Jill (Patricia Richardson) out to a romantic dinner at a fancy restaurant. Throughout the dinner, Tim is more interested in following the game - either with a transistor radio or on TV in the restaurant's kitchen - than he is in talking to his wife. Because Tim forgot to hire a babysitter, Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) have been left in the care of Sir Larry Houdini (Eric Christmas), an incompetent magician who locks himself in a box by accident. Tim and Jill return from dinner and set about trying to free Sir Larry, and Tim - thanks to some advice from Wilson (Earl Hindman) - apologizes to Jill and promises to try and break his addiction to sports. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 2: Mow Better Blues (1991)

Title: Mow Better Blues Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 2 Broadcast date: Sept 24, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Elliot Stern This podcast episode was originally released: Apr 30, 2017 Episode Synopsis: Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) and his youngest son Mark (Taran Noah Smith) are at work adding "more power" to Tim's riding lawnmower. While Tim is out of the room, Mark accidentally breaks his father's prized torque wrench. Knowing how protective Tim is of his tools, Mark hides it in the drier. When Mark confesses this to his brothers Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) and Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas), the boys regretfully inform him that this means his parents will soon exchange him for a new son. Mark hides up a tree in the backyard, but Tim eventually finds him with some help from Wilson (Earl Hindman). Mark confesses, and with some heartfelt grunting, Tim accepts. Later, Tim finally tests out the supercharged lawnmower - which promptly goes out of control and runs him over. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.

Season 1, Episode 1: Pilot (1991)

Title: Pilot Season, Episode: Season 1, Episode 1 Broadcast date: Sept 17, 1991 Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Pamela Anderson Guest Starring: John Cothran Directed by: John Pasquin Written by: Matt Williams, Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean Episode Synopsis: In the inaugural episode of Home Improvement, we meet masculine cable TV handyman Tim Taylor (Tim Allen) as he struggles to balance his popular show "Tool Time" with his his rambunctious nuclear family. Tim's wife Jill Taylor (Patricia Richardson) is on her way to a job interview and asks Tim to keep an eye on their boys Mark (Taran Noah Smith), Randy (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Brad (Zachary Ty Bryan) while she's gone. She also makes Tim promise not to try and upgrade the dishwasher with "more power" - a regular habit of his that often has disastrous results. Instead, Tim tricks out the dishwasher with the Blastmaster Compressor, which Jill discovers when the dishwasher blasts a dinner plate across the room. She's furious at Tim for disobeying her - and her day doesn't get any better when she learns she didn't get the job. After some sage advice from his wise neighbor Wilson (Earl Hindman), Tim apologizes to Jill during the next day's episode of "Tool Time." Jill accepts his apology... And then locks him in the garage naked while she has a repairman install a new dishwasher. This podcast episode was originally released: April 20, 2017 Sign up for our weekly newsletter to be notified whenever a new episode is released. Join our Patreon for as little as $1/mo. to support Grunt Work Productions and all of the shows on the network. Visit our website for more: gruntworkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram.