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Back on the Block

Doug Strassler & Karen Grecobackontheblock.libsyn.com
Join hosts Doug and Karen as they dissect the best TV series of the 1990s.
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Episodes

It's Egyptian!

Is Richard finally dead? Will Kimberly finally regain her memory? Will Matt keep his addiction in check? Will Allison be able to keep her relationship with Jake a secret? Check out this podcast for these answers -- and more!

Aug 06, 202059 minEp. 81

Hollywood Blvd: A Podcast Under the Influence

The Emmy nominations are out, and things look good for “Succession.” And “The Tiger King.” Also, “After Life” is worth checking out, and “Last Christmas“ leads us down a rabbit hole that takes us from “When Calls the Heart” to Gena Rowlands.

Jul 30, 202037 minEp. 80

He’s Come Undone

Amanda and Taylor meet for the first time, Matt needs a fix, Allison decides to move, and Jane and Syd find themselves in over their heads.

Jul 30, 202051 minEp. 79

Hollywood Blvd: Ghosts and Aliens (That's What We Want)

You get our thoughts on the "Unsolved Mysteries" reboot, Karen talks about "The Old Guard" and Charlize Theron's career, and Doug talks about "Showbiz Kids" and "Palm Springs." Also, what is the point of HBO Max?

Jul 22, 202045 minEp. 78

Looking for Richard

Season 5, baby! With new cast members (including La Rinna) and new questions. Will Kimberly wake up? Who is Peter really? What's going on with Jake and Allison? Is Richard dead or alive? Plus, a special salute to the late, great Bibi Besch.

Jul 22, 202055 minEp. 77

He’s So Excited! He’s So...Scared!

It’s here! At long last, we’ve reached the Season 4 finale. Special Guest Star Alyssa Maher joins us to answer some important questions. Will Betserly lobotomize Peter? Will Matt heal? Will Jane kill Richard? And have we seen the last of Jo?

Jul 15, 20201 hr 46 minEp. 76

Hollywood Boulevard: Documentary Dive

We discuss documentaries on Jeffrey Epstein, David Foster, Roy Cohn, Elizabeth Holmes, and "Disclosure." Bigger news: "Work in Progress" might just be the TV series of the year

Jul 08, 202036 minEp. 75

Cheers for "Cheers"

Karen keeps waiting to exhale as this season draws to an end. Matt's condition worsens, Billy takes Allison out on a disastrous date, Jane and Syd learn some new truths about each other, and Amanda and Michael make a fun pair of private eyes.

Jul 08, 202054 minEp. 74

Craggy and Gothic

We talk about "Vida" and "October Faction." We talk about how the pandemic has hurt theatre, and touch on cancel culture (Doug is not a fan). We talk about "Good Omens" and Neil Gaiman (Karen is not a fan). And you'll learn some North American house hunting tips from Karen!

Jul 01, 202054 minEp. 73

Safe Sex, Dangerous Writing

Peter is in for a not-so-excellent adventure as Betsy has her way. Do we like this episode? We do not. But Priscilla Presley is a guest, and Jake and Allison have a nice moment.

Jul 01, 202054 minEp. 72

Being Book-ish

Doug discusses “Shirley” and the pleasures of not finishing things, Karen shares major news, plus a tribute to Ian Holm.

Jun 24, 202034 minEp. 71

Let Lazy Be Lazy

By the time you finish this episode, two characters will be dead. Plus, some other stuff happens.

Jun 24, 202052 minEp. 70

Hollywood Blvd: Food for Thought

Doug talks about "I Know This Much Is True," "Quiz," remembers "You Can count On Me" and discusses his newfound love for Food Network. Long live Amanda Freitag!

Jun 05, 202041 minEp. 69

Kimberly's Silver Hammer

The blackmail scheme involving Michael and Peter intensifies; Jo asks more questions about Tyler; Kimberly's problems continue; Syd's latest scheme backfires; the unthinkable happens to Jane.

Jun 05, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 68

Hollywood Blvd: Literally Speaking

We talk about the drama within and around Kate Elizabeth Russell’s “My Dark Vanessa” and give our takes on “Dead to Me,” “Good Girls,” “Run,” “The Great,” and “The Wrong Missy.”

May 28, 202050 minEp. 67

There’s Nothing Better Than Birthday Cake

It’s Amanda’s birthday, but she’s also got a surprise of her own in store for Billy! Plus, Loni Anderson and Denise Richards guest star, Sydney gets Bobby drunk, Alison lands a new job, Jo makes a new friend, and everyone has more screen time than Matt.

May 28, 202052 minEp. 66

Hollywood Blvd: Who’s That Girl? It’s Angela!

We run through “Run,” “Killing Eve,” “Belgravia,” “Nothing to See Here” and Madonna’s “Bedtime Stories” hitting number one 25 years after its release. Plus, Karen finally realizes what forgotten film she’s been trying to think of for months now!

May 06, 202051 minEp. 63

The Horror, The Horror

We traipse through a series of storyline lows, from Kimberly’s abuse of furniture to Jake’s uber-drunk tryst to the aftermath of Alan’s wedding. It has to get better than this.

May 06, 202041 minEp. 62

Old Kids on the Block

This is a very special podcast! Karen and I watched a live reunion with the original “Melrose” cast last night in “Stars in the House” and caught up afterward.

Apr 29, 202033 minEp. 61

A Happy Place During Tough Times

We dive into “The Tiger King” and “Schitt’s Creek” and talk about the future of theatre in our new normal.

Apr 27, 202044 minEp. 60

Remember Sprockets?

We trudge through a particularly clunky episode here, including Bad Billy and Kimberly’s new alter, Betsy. Plus, Matt makes some uncharacteristic moves and Peter takes a fall.

Apr 27, 202055 minEp. 59

An Unorthodox Podcast

We’re here to discuss “Onward,” “Unorthodox,” “Blood Father,” with quick Boulevard stops for “Frozen 2,” “Cats,” “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” and “The Crown.” Plus, we’re joined by special guest star Alyssa Maher!

Apr 15, 202044 minEp. 58

Jane Versus the Volcano

Peter fires his big shot at Bobby, Kimberly has nightmares, Jane holds a tiki torch, Matt’s boyfriend plans his wedding to a woman, and Billy becomes ruthless. Plus, we’re joined by special guest star Alyssa Maher!

Apr 15, 20201 hr 14 minEp. 57

Will You Get Out of My Sterile Field?

As we continue to shelter in place, we catch exactly where our beloved show went off the rails. Hear us gently mock another boring Amanda-Peter-Bobby storyline and talk about New Billy. Plus: a wedding, a sexual harassment lawsuit, stolen designs, and lots of sex at work!

Apr 08, 202055 minEp. 56

Hollywood Blvd: Islands in the Stream(ing Era)

We catch up on some network and streaming shows: “The Other Two,” “The Stranger,” “The Sinner,” “Locke and Key,” “Bojack Horseman,” “Tuca and Bertie,” and “Uncorked.” Hoping everyone is sheltering in place, staying healthy and staying sane!

Apr 01, 202034 minEp. 55

This One’s All Wet

Did Brooke really die? Yes. Can Andrew Shue sell the storyline to come? No. Hear us talk more about this and other developments on the block – Jane gains and loses a client! What’s up with Matt’s boyfriend now? – as we continue to shelter in place.

Apr 01, 202043 minEp. 54

Two Peabrains and a Couple of Sluts

This jumbo mid-season episode features two deaths! Plus, Syd gets a haircut, Jane gets a new studio, Richard gets wet, Kimberly gets an unwelcome blast from the past, and Brooke gets drunk. Plus: a long tangent on Rick Springfield and Madonna.

Mar 26, 20201 hr 33 minEp. 53

Hollywood Blvd: Jade Eggs and Steamed Vaginas

Now that we’re quarantined, we have caught up on some TV: “The Goop Lab,” “GLOW,” “The Kominsky Method,” “Shrill,” and “You.” Plus, Doug recommends “Testament” and “Gremlins 2: The New Batch.” And Karen needs toilet paper.

Mar 20, 202047 minEp. 52
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