In an a classic instant episode, Jim and Harry look at Comedy GIANTS,......Norm MacDonald and The 3 Stooges. If you didn't "get" Norm,....you will after listening to this podcast. Plus,...Harry tries to stump Jim (pretty unsuccessfully) with a quiz! An episode filled with curve balls "down the rabbit hole!"...
Even a category 4 hurricane will not stop Jim Syoen and Harry Bartosiak! With Hurricane Ida coming ashore, Jim and Harry look back at one of the most iconic games shows of all time. Learn about how one production assistants error cost $30,000. Plus, and great edition of "hot of not" where Harry passes an important test. Plus, Kip Addotta and Bobby Van! Plus,...learn first hand how Bob Barker would "help" his favorite contestants win!
Harry looks back at two of his favorite shows from childhood, and Jim comes up with a new definition for Down The TV Rabbit Hole. Jim and Harry get another chance to talk about the great Howard Sprague, and Harry re-tells a hilarious story about Red Buttons. Plus Jim tests Harry's knowledge with another great quiz!
Jim and Harry tear into two Stallworth's of 1960s TV, with an episode that includes more of Harry's spot on impersonations, and more twists and turns that any other Rabbit Hole trip in quite some time. Hear about just how friendly Alan hale Jr. REALLY was! Plus Dawn Wells goes undefeated, and Bob Denver tends bar. Plus, the curious death of Gary Coleman, and the near death of Mel Blanc. Plus, Marilyn Monroe goes gaga for Jim Backus! Plus, your chance to get a new big screen TV for less than 20 b...
Episode #38 marks a TV Rabbit Hole FIRST! Jim surprises Harry with an edition of "Dead or Alive", Harry adds another impression to his arsenal, and we learn the real reason Harry plans to visit Dodger Stadium. Plus, perhaps the greatest list of special gust stars of all time, including Mrs. Chuck Wollery, Murph, and of course, Jack Carter!
in this episode, Harry unveils another spot on impersonation, plus learn about who may have been the worst comedic actress to win an Emmy. Jim and Harry debate some of the worst casting decisions in TV history. Plus, Lucy gets to eat as much as she wants, the amazing true story of Frank Sutton, and a very nice helping of Jerry Van Dyke. Plus, learn Mr. Magoo's favorite beverage!
Jim Syoen and Harry Bartosiak re-visit classic and "not so classic" TV Shows that we all remember. Hear Harry's dead on Lionel Stander impersonation, find out which Bonanza actor did NOT wear a hairpiece, and hear how Michael Landon took Dan Blocker's place after he died. Plus, another classic Marty Allen reference, learn how cousin Oliver almost showed up on Hart to Hart, and another evil twin shows up!
Jim and Harry tell never heard before stories about how they double dated with Loni Anderson and Jan Smithers back in the 1980s. (Truth be told, it was actually Polly Holliday and Vic Tayback.) Hear how shockingly successful the show Alice actually was, plus stories of The Maytag Repairman. Also learn about one of the worst spin-offs of all time, with one of the worst actors of all time. Plus, Harry meets Johnny Fever, and an endless list of B-list (and a few A-list) guest stars!
Harry channels his deepest Jack Benny, and gives you THREE Saturday Morning "classics" for the price of one. Hear about how even cartoon stars get unceremoniously fired, Adam West gets the most meager gig of his life, plus the greatest special effects since Clutch Cargo. Also, the great Jerry Van Dyke! (Need we say more?) Plus the very untimely and shocking death of Shelly Fabares, and one of the GREATEST show endings of all time. Plus,.....MORE Jerry Van Dyke!
In the first ever EXTRAVAGANZA, Jim and Harry have a blast and visit classic Match Game from the 1970s and early 80's. Hear Harry try and succeed (once) to make a match! Hear the greatest list of A, B, and C list celebrities who may have appeared on Match Game over the years. Plus, learn who the the man who ruined the show forever, according to Gene Rayburn.
Harry's body double William Conrad is featured in this episode, where we learn what Cannon and Liberace have in common. Plus, obscure comedy from Benny Hill, and a hairpiece worse than Burt Reynolds! Plus Harry does a Google, and get's a shock of a lifetime. Also, the WORST TV show opening of all time.
In an episode filled with middling to mediocre TV, learn about the near murder of ALF on set, and hear about the man who kept him on life support. Plus Howard Cosell doesn't get invited to a wedding, and acts like an ass. Also learn how ALF was almost the king of late night. Hear about the biggest gyp ever on the Love Boat, and Ed McMahon makes Johnny turn over is his grave. Plus, racist writers on Rhoda, and great throwback info on your favorite paper towel commercials.
In this thought to be lost episode, Jim and Harry have a "to do at their pad" to explore how Jack Dodson, Francis Bavier, and Jack Burns took 3 seasons of Andy Griffith out of syndication. Plus, they address the horrible rumors that Bury wore a toupee, and Burt gets screwed out of millions of dollars, and creatively covers his manhood. Also, Aunt Bea on the road, in the sky, and on the moon! Fire up the hi-fi and listen along!
In an episode as comfortable as a 1974 Chrysler Cordoba, Harry reveals the most cherished possession of his celebrity memorabilia collection! Learn the connection between "Tattoo" and Sesame Street. Hear the All-Star list of cherished* celebrities that have appeared on Fantasy Island! Harry sings again, and offers more "impersonations!" Plus, the great "post-MASH" successes of McClean Stevenson. *mediocre
This may have been the craziest Mulligan Stew of The TV Rabbit Hole. Harry picks his Top Ten best "Jump The Shark" moments of all time, and hits a grand slam. Jim counters with two of the most obscure TV offerings of all time. Hear some of the best,.... and totally worst impersonations by Jim and Harry. Learn why spectacular jazz music made an average show great, and learn about the biggest show business rip off of all time! Plus Joe Patroni, Burt Lancaster, and Herbert Morrison,...and some very...
In an episode that is considered an instant classic, join Harry as he outlines the last two TV appearances of Elvis' life, Aloha From Hawaii, and Elvis In Concert. Hear some barely known stories about the greed of Tom Parker, how Jack Lord's wife almost ruined the Hawaii concert, and the man who didn't just catch a scarf, but an entire cape. Also, a young Jim and Harry almost get thrown out of Graceland, and Harry's Elvis impersonation leaves them puzzled. Plus, learn the best and healthiest way...
In the first part of what became a two part episode, Harry shows no respect to the great Davy Jones. Learn who had the worst comb-over in music. Also, Jim Syoen and Peter Tork talk way above everybody's head musically. Learn who was really the first Monkees drummer, and Charlie Manson almost became a Monkee?
In a ground breaking episode, Harry enlightens Jim about a rarely seen before TV Show. Also, find out who almost replaced Ted Danson, an actor kills himself on the radio, and Jim delights all with his musicianship again. Plus, find out the REAL reason Johnny Carson got the Tonight Show. Also, the great Frank Nelson, and a LOT of Jack Carter.
In a rollicking episode, Jim and Harry tell you about the devious plot against Captain Kangaroo by his own network, learn which very mediocre performer is ACTUALLY responsible for Roone Arledge's meteoric rise, plus find out the real reason Wide World of Sports spanned the globe. Also hear about one of the biggest scams in show business history, and learn another reason why you should never drink and ride.
Grab a cup of non-alcoholic eggnog and go down the TV Rabbit Hole and look back on exactly how and why many of the annual Christmas TV specials were made. Jim takes over Harry's role as the "man of a thousand voices," and learn what famous holiday character was likely mentally challenged. Also find each what beloved Christmas host would chase Barbara Eden all over the set, and hear the worst TV trivia question of all time. Plus Harry "sings", and Jim breaks out the tuba to put everyone in a fest...
In this episode, Harry brings out another 2 "spot on" impressions, and explains why the franchise of MNF has fallen farther off the cliff that Evel Knievel's Skycycle. Also, barf in the booth, the truth about the "little monkey", and Jim shows off his "skills" as a keyboard player.
In this misplaced (slightly out of sequence) episode, Jim Syoen and Harry Bartosiak look back at the classic show, The Brady Bunch. Listen to Harry suffering a humiliating defeat in a "pop quiz", and the debate about the worst actor on the show. Plus, death on the set of The Brady Bunch, and a drunk invades the cast, twice! Plus, hear Jim and Harry's first and second hand stories about the Monkees, and learn which of them were pleasant, and which were swelled headed ego maniacs. Also, learn why ...
A Thanksgiving Extravaganza! Harry Bartosiak is "on location" to bring you a special Thanksgiving treat, that may likely become an annual event! You will be quite surprised to hear how many celebrities, living and dead, are joining the TV Rabbit Hole holiday podcast. Also, Art Carney loses some very important jewelry, the horrible Hollywood plague that killed Alice Kramden TWICE, and learn the easiest way to make $100 in the 1920s.
In this episode, Jim and Harry find out why Harry Anderson dropped off the map after doing his TV series, and play a new edition of "dead or alive." Plus, Jim and Harry explain why they never laughed at a supposedly "hilarious" comedian, and Harry debuts an impersonation he's been working on for over 40 years. Plus, Harry has another "technical difficulty", Jim and Harry meet some of the most famous people in the world, and a surprise visit from a baseball Hall of Famer. Also, the "very mysterio...
In part 2 of an "EXTRAVAGANZA", Jim and Harry look at one of the most important, and one of the least important Variety Shows in television history. Learn about a clip from The Carson Tonight Show that is guaranteed to make you laugh out loud, and and learn how two mimes got their own TV variety show. Plus, Marty Allen, Paul Lynde, Billy Barty and KISS! Also, learn how you can rid of bad luck, and a TV show is saved, even though the entire cast is fired.
This was intended to be an EXRAVAGANZA "Variety Show" episode, featuring multiple programs, but as usual, both Jim and Harry fell deep into "The Rabbit Hole",......then slipped and fell,...then almost stood,...then fell again,...........much like Jerry Lewis did for 50 years of his career. So how fitting that Jim and Harry explore the THREE versions of "The Jerry Lewis Show", and also feature an actual SUCCESSFUL show,....entitled "The Gong Show." Hear the two versions of who was supposed to be ...
In an "out of this world" installment, Jim and Harry take you down The Rabbit Hole to tell you how one of the craziest TV show ideas actually made it on the air, and the TRUTH about how Sally Field felt about the show. Plus, a rare treat from the Rabbit Hole "lost episode", Harry sets a new record for impressions in one episode, plus Jerry Reed, Myrna Loy, and Marion Lorne!
In this EXTRAVAGANZA episode, Jim Syoen and Harry Bartosiak look back at many of the memorable commercials of yesteryear. "Everything tastes great when it sits on a Ritz", especially when you are drinking a Miller Lite in your new Cordoba. Also, Harry sets a new personal record for impersonations in one broadcast. Plus, more Norm Crosby, Howard Sprague and Frank Nelson!
In an amazing performance by Chief Engineer Jim Syoen, The Rabbit Hole manages to mine gold, and turns a possible disaster into a near Olympian like victory. If you like twists and turns in your plot line, this will be your favorite episode. Together Harry and Jim do the unthinkable, and make Howard Sprague actually FUNNY! (They should be awarded a Peabody for that alone!) Find out why Harry calls this a "deep cut" episode!
In a special 2 part episode, Harry and Jim explore the impressive long running TV show Bewitched. Find out which cast member was on The Titanic! Harry expresses his fondness for Raymond Burr. Plus Harry debuts another spot-on impersonation, and of course, the battle of the two Durwoods!
