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July 23, 2020 by themashmess

43 – Making MAS*H with Michael Hirsh

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In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan welcome writer/director/producer Michael Hirsh, the driving force behind two beloved documentaries: 1981’s “Making M*A*S*H” and 1991’s “Memories of M*A*S*H.” Michael shares some wonderful behind-the-scenes stories about writing with Larry Gelbart, battling the studio, working on AfterMASH, and much more. You’ll also hear about the mischievous side of David Ogden Stiers and the REAL reason that McLean Stevenson left the show.

**MAS*H Notes**

Learn more about – and watch a short snippet from – the documentary Making M*A*S*H

Click to watch Memories of M*A*S*H

Purchase Michael Hirsh’s novel Fly Unzipped

Watch a segment of Mastergate – written by Larry Gelbart and featuring David Ogden Stiers

See Shelley Long in one of her many Chicagoland furniture commercials

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July 14, 2020 by themashmess

42 – Answering Antique Questions

Jeff & Ryan dig through some old listener questions (the questions are old, not the listeners) on this episode of MASH Matters. Topics include latrine digging, M*A*S*H on BluRay, continuity errors, angry Radar, dream interviews, the series’ most emotional moments, cassette tapes, and the iconic theme song. Plus, we have our first sponsor!

**MAS*H Notes**

Read listener Kirnjeet Singh’s blog post about the episode “Morale Victory”

RIP Brandis Kemp, who played Klinger’s nemesis Alma Cox on AfterMASH

Which M*A*S*H character are you?

Wanna buy one of the original M*A*S*H choppers?

Catching up with Loretta Swit

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July 5, 2020 by themashmess

BONUS EPISODE: Author Stephen Rebello!

Jeff & Ryan welcome best-selling author Stephen Rebello to a special bonus episode of MASH Matters! Stephen’s latest book, Dolls! Dolls! Dolls!: Deep Inside Valley of the Dolls, the Most Beloved Bad Book and Movie of All Time is a behind-the-scenes look at Hollywood in the 1960s. Our very own Jeff Maxwell, who spent much of his early years in show business on the lot at 20th Century Fox, was interviewed by Mr. Rebello and many of his stories are featured in the book. If you’re a fan of movies, we think you’ll enjoy this conversation.

Click here to buy Stephen’s book!

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June 29, 2020 by themashmess

41 – Jamie Farr! (Part Two)

In the epic conclusion of Jeff & Ryan’s interview with Jamie Farr, you’ll hear about the evolution of Corporal Klinger, the last days of M*A*S*H, walking around in high heels, landing his dream role on Broadway, and a rather unorthodox method to ask for a raise.

This is part two of a two-part interview. Click here to listen to part one.

**MAS*H Notes**

What are Klinger’s greatest outfits?

Check out this drum cover of the M*A*S*H theme song

Another MASH Matters shoutout from MeTV

Jamie Farr is on Cameo!

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June 13, 2020 by themashmess

40 – Jamie Farr! (Part One)

Jeff & Ryan welcome the wonderful Jamie Farr to MASH Matters! The Man Who Would Be Klinger talks about his early days in Hollywood, his road to MASH, serving in the US Army in Korea, Jeff’s golf game, and working with the great Red Skelton. Plus, Jamie answers some listener questions.

This is Part One of a two-part episode.