Mad About Mad About You

Shave AND a haircut?! Welcome! Russ and Jon return to cover every single moment of "The Spy Girl Who Loved Me", Mad About You's 20th episode. But that's not all: they also manage to dive deep into off-track betting, the Gibson/Glover Cinematic Universe, and  the wonderful Barbara Feldon! Do yourself a favor and listen. You'll be so glad you did!

A-licky-boom-boom-down! Jon and Russ, the Woodward and Bernstein of NBC,  blow the lid off of Mad About You's twentieth episode, "Swept Away", pausing only to discuss the family of Keith Sweat, the impending mayoral election, and Days Of Our Lives! Lots to love this week. Don't even think about missing it!

HELLO!! Who's ready to yell?! Jon and Russ cover Episode 18 ("The Man Who Said Hello"), which features Regis Philbin, and much more importantly, Joy Philbin! They also discuss leap year birthdays, musicals, and the finer points of foley work. Fun for the whole family. Check it out right now!

We'll be back to recapping next week, but this week we've got another treat for you Reis-guys and Reis-gals! This time Jon pulled some of his Hollywood strings and landed an interview with actress Beata Pozniak, whose credits include Oliver Stone's JFK, Melrose Place, and a million other cool things as well as Season 1 Episode 12 of "Mad About You!" We cover all sorts of topics including art under Communism, poetry, performance art, Joseph Campbell, and what it was like to guest star on the show! Enjoy! 

Reis-guys and Reis-LAAAAAAADIES!!!! Jon and Russ are back to cover Episode 17 ("The Billionaire"), an episode featuring France's favorite adopted son, Jerry Lewis! They also discuss off-Broadway coffee shops, the truth behind Noah's Ark, Barnes and Noble date nights, and the finer points of Massapequa. A fun one! You'll love it!

Boy do we have a special treat for you Reis-guys and Reis-gals today! Russ pulled some of his Hollywood strings and landed an interview with TV director Michael Lange, whose credits include #MustHearTV mentions such as "Going To Extremes" and "Diagnosis Murder." That's right, the man directed Dick Van Dyke. Enjoy!

Celebrate Valentine's Day in May with Jon and Russ as they discuss Episode 16 ("Love Among the Tiles"). They also cover vigilante blackjack dealers in Atlantic City, freshman year lit class, the movie "Speed," and NYC's most popular BDSM club. Enjoy every last second!

Bust out your tuxes and gowns and join Russ and Jon as they discuss Episode 15 ("A Wedding Affair"). They also discuss "The Torkelsons," the many meanings of the word "egg," and the show's continuing fascination with seeds, spices, and nuts. This episode is long, but vital! Don't miss a second!

This is just a brief minisode to let you all know that this week's episode is delayed by one day. So come back tomorrow/Thursday and enjoy one whopper of a #MAMAY! Sorry for the delay and, as always, thanks for listening!

Unwind with Russ and Jon as as they discuss Paul and Jamie's escape to Vermont in Episode 14 ("Weekend Getaway"). They also cover self-help guru Dr. Joyce Barrie's "Chuztpah" classes, a resentful dentist who fancies himself a very important comedian, and whether or not the "Mad About You" universe exists within Bob Newhart's mind. Listen to the end and treat yourself to another Jackie Mason clip that's actually relevant to the conversation at hand.

Jon and Russ are back once more to discuss Episode 13 ("Togetherness"). Join in their vital conversations about Frank Langella's vocabulary, the dangers of Monopoly, Adlai Stevenson's running mate, and an honest-to-goodness musical treat from Darcy of Max Chillen and the Kerbside Collective to round things out! Also, occasionally, Mad About You gets discussed. Enjoy!

Jon and Russ usher in 1993 with Episode 12 ("Maid About You") and discussions of the long forgotten fads of the time including the "Messiah Beeper" craze in Crown Heights and the long-forgotten tv series "Space Rangers." They also touch on class warfare and their relationship with Russia, then and now!

Jon and Russ celebrate Christmas in April as they discuss Episode Eleven ("Met Someone"). They discuss their memories of Christmases past, Jon's since-chilled-over warm heart, a rash of clergy-robbers that swept through New York, and the likelihood that this episode was ghost-written by Nora Ephron.

Jon and Russ discuss Episode Ten ("Neighbors from Hell"), their love of Deadwood, David Milch's profound and confusing lectures on YouTube, another Brooklyn mafia hit, and their own "neighbors from Hell."

Celebrate Thanksgiving in April with Jon and Russ as they discuss Episode Nine ("Riding Backwards"), the only episode of tv to ever be set entirely on a Metro North train! They also cover mole people, the show's first frontl (shout out to The West Wing Weekly), and Russ teaches Jon about the Jackson family.

Jon and Russ discuss Episode Eight ("The Apartment") and make #MAMAY history with their first guest, one of Jon's oldest and best friends, Leah Reddy! They also discuss the differences between "Barefoot In the Park" and "The Apartment," the magic of Ricky Jay, music's hottest fictional bands, and they introduce another sweepstakes!

Reis-guys and Reis-gals, there were some audio issues with this week's episode. We're working on it! We will have it for you next Wednesday. Promise. In the mean time, here's a mini-sode for those of you who are equal parts fans of NCIS: LOS ANGELES and, of course, THE HAT SQUAD. Thanks for your patience! Enjoy!

Jon and Russ discuss Episode Seven ("Token Friend"), Jon's love of Dennis Miller, Bill Clinton's election win, tv subways, and the mafia's control of window installation. Also, listen all the way through the end to hear a hard-to-find clip of stand-up comedy relevant to the "Paul In the Family" episode a couple of weeks back.

Jon and Russ discuss Episode Six ("I'm Just So Happy For You"), a Brooklyn meat scam, 90s jewel thieves, George Steinbrenner, dying alone, and more. They also need your help to settle a debate, so be sure to listen and vote!

Jon and Russ discuss Episode Five ("Paul In the Family"), The Continuing Saga of Joey Buttafuoco, famous New York police commissioner Ray Kelly, the Buchman's hideous new love-seat, and more. They also create another #sweepstakes, so be sure to listen and enter!