Let's go to the phones! Jeff & Ryan unload a slew of listener voicemails. Topics include the evolving role of women on M*A*S*H, a radio show featuring the enlisted personnel, actors who have passed away, blooper reels, and the ever-changing theme song. Plus, will the Smithsonian do anything with the M*A*S*H set to celebrate the 50th anniversary? Find out on this episode of MASH Matters.

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Voicemails! - MASH Matters #070

Emmy award-winning writer Dan Wilcox returns to MASH Matters! Dan sits down with Jeff & Ryan to talk about writing M*A*S*H with his partner Thad Mumford. We discuss their writing process, the genius of Gene Reynolds, continuity on M*A*S*H, the tricky balance of comedy & drama, his favorite characters to write for, and Mr. Snuffleupagus! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Dan Wilcox Returns! - MASH Matters #069

Jeff & Ryan welcome Shari Saba to MASH Matters! Shari played the aptly named Nurse Shari on M*A*S*H (seasons 9-11). We discuss her music background, her memories from the chaotic last day of filming, the cast member who made her laugh, and what it's like to act like you're flirting with Alan Alda. Sheri also talks about her unorthodox road to appearing on M*A*S*H and why she stopped acting after the series ended. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Shari Saba! - MASH Matters #68

What's with all the continuity errors on M*A*S*H? Plus, who picked out the cast's clothing? Did M*A*S*H discover Godzilla? When the heck are Jeff & Ryan gonna do their season six recap? And what did Jeff think of BARBARELLA? Find out on this episode of MASH Matters!

Continuity, Continuity! - MASH Matters #067

Which guest stars stood out from the rest? What was it like to film the famous final scene in Abyssinia Henry? Did acting class really work for Jeff? Find out in this jam-packed episode of MASH Matters! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Favorite Guest Stars - MASH Matters #066

Jeff & Ryan welcome David Pollock & Elias Davis to MASH Matters!  This Emmy Award-winning writing team wrote multiple episodes M*A*S*H, including fan favorites "Blood Brothers," "'Twas the Day After Christmas", "Sons & Bowlers," and (with Alan Alda) the first 30 minutes of "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen." We discuss their career, influences, writing process, and the comedy team they didn't book as producers of The Steve Allen Show. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

David Pollock & Elias Davis! - MASH Matters #065

Mail Call! Jeff & Ryan open letters from home and answer another round of listener questions. Did anyone ever get hit by a jeep? Who's yelling at Alice? Was Dennis Troy wearing a hairpiece? Do cats really enjoy watching M*A*S*H? And what the heck is that purple stuff on BJ's toe? For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

BJ's Purple Toe - MASH Matters #064

In this episode of MASH Matters. Jeff & Ryan cover a range of listener-inspired topics including plungers, mice, mess tent coffee, and Klinger's magical tank. Plus, international mail, an update on Jeff's cookbook, and a special appearance by Bob Newhart as... Father Mulcahy?

Plunging In - MASH Matters #063

Jeff & Ryan welcome the dynamic duo of Ken Levine and David Isaacs to MASH Matters!  The legendary Emmy Award-winning writing team discusses their journey from the real-life Army Reserves to writing for the fictional 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. Ken & David also talk about their writing process, working with Gene Reynolds, their favorite MASH speech, why they left the series, and why the heck Radar was so angry in his final episodes. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

Ken Levine & David Isaacs! - MASH Matters #062

Jeff & Ryan open up the MASH Matters mailbag for another round of listener questions. Topics include Radar's headgear, military haircuts, background music, the chopper pad, Private Rich's familiar voice, Igor's long-lost line, and that one time M*A*S*H popped up on St. Elsewhere. Also, we make a surprise phone call! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit www.mashmatters.com 

Radar's Beanie - MASH Matters #61

Major Houlihan just keeps coming back for more! Jeff & Ryan welcome Loretta Swit back to the Mess Tent for more jocularity. Topics include the magic chemistry among M*A*S*H cast members, meeting Turhan Bey, the evolution of women on TV, and Loretta's involvement in the upcoming CNN series about sitcoms. We even talk about her guest stint with The Muppets! (Just don't ask her to watch your favorite TV show.) For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit www.mashmatters.com 

Loretta Swit Returns! (Part Two) - MASH Matters #060

She's back! Loretta Swit makes her triumphant return to MASH Matters!   In part one, Loretta talks to "Jefigor" & Ryan about her career, her art, and the creation of Margaret Houlihan.   PLUS - Did she want the show to end? What did Margaret really do after the war? What did she think of AfterMASH? Why did she choose M*A*S*H over Cagney & Lacey? And why didn't poor Igor ever find love at the 4077th?   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com 

Loretta Swit Returns! - MASH Matters #059

Jeff & Ryan go for the (canned) laughs in this episode of MASH Matters. Who added the laugh track? Why don't other TV shows let you turn off the laugh track? Why doesn't our podcast have a laugh track?  We also discuss residual checks, Ronald Reagan's ranch, M*A*S*H geocaching, Grandpa Walton, Frank's brief command, and that mysterious basketball-playing redhead. Plus, we make a big announcement about our next episode! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit www.mashmatters.com 

The Laugh Track - MASH Matters #058

Why wasn't Pat Morita in more episodes? Whose names were written on the sign in the Officer's Club? What's up with banana daiquiris?  Who played General MacArthur in Big Mac? Who left their bra on the bulletin board? Jeff & Ryan pretend to answer these and other unanswerable questions in this episode of MASH Matters. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit www.mashmatterspodcast.com 

Answering Unanswerable Questions - MASH Matters #057

Jeff & Ryan are proud to bring you a MASH Matters EXCLUSIVE: Unedited audio of a real M*A*S*H table read! This recording of the episode "Bottle Fatigue" was recorded by David Odgen Stiers for Michael Hirsh (creator of MAKING MASH and MEMORIES OF MASH). Michael graciously offered this recording to us so that we can share it with you. PLUS - we are joined by Dan Wilcox who wrote "Bottle Fatigue" with writing partner, Thad Mumford. Dan talks about the writing of this episode and shares some behind-the-scenes stories that you won't hear anywhere else. This very special episode of MASH Matters is dedicated to the memory of David Ogden Stiers. For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit www.mashmatterspodcast.com  

EXCLUSIVE: MASH Table Read with Dan WIlcox! - MASH Matters #056

Jeff Maxwell (Private Igor from M*A*S*H) and Ryan Patrick host a lively discussion of all things M*A*S*H, Hollywood, acting, and other jocularity. We will also feature interviews with super fans and creative geniuses who helped to create the greatest television show of all time. Step into the VIP tent, grab a heaping bowl of creamed weenies, and join the fun … because now, more than ever, M*A*S*H Matters.

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