Raised on Television
Raised on Television
We grew up in a time when TV wasn’t just background noise – it was the main event. Raised in the era between bell-bottoms and big hair, we didn’t just watch history; we lived it through our TV screens. We witnessed television transform from angst-filled sitcoms and gritty hour long dramas to feel-good family comedies and hour long dramas that highlighted the excess of the 80’s. These shows not only entertained us but also reflected the shifting tides of the times. Our love for television runs deep – maybe a little too deep – but we’re okay with that. There was a ton of great TV when we were growing up, and we think those unforgettable episodes in our past, plus the ones that came before and after, deserve another moment in the spotlight. Whether it’s for the laughs, the lessons, or just a fat cup of nostalgia, these shows had that special something that keeps us coming back. That’s why we’re diving headfirst into the best episodes ever (handpicked by experts and some by our very biased selves), sharing our thoughts, a few laughs, and maybe even some trivia you didn’t know you needed. So, if you’re as TV-obsessed as we are, put down the remote, grab your buds (ear and otherwise!) and join us as we check out some binge, and sometimes cringe-worthy television!
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Raised on Television

Welcome to Raised on Television – your top TV episodes podcast where we binge on the (alleged) best of episodic TV.

Join your hosts, Gen-Xers who grew up glued to the tube, as we dig into TV Guide’s 100 Greatest Episodes of All-Time (1997). We’ll bring you the breakdown on these classics with smart(ish) commentary, completely unnecessary pre-show banter, and the occasional historical trivia you never asked for.

We’re here for all the epic highs and cringe-worthy lows. We even drop the occasional special episode for good measure (you did catch the "Shows we watched while home sick from school" Special, right?).

It’s part TV history, part nostalgia dive, and maybe a dash of total chaos. So tune in, laugh with us ... or at us—either way our feelings don't hurt easy ... we're the generation whose parents needed a 10:00 p.m. reminder to figure out where their kids were!

Recent Episodes

July 31, 2025

#50. The Bob Newart Show (1977), "Death be my Destiny"

It’s the late ‘70s, baby and nothing screams polyester-clad perfection quite like The Bob Newhart Show . We’re talkin’ shag carpet, wood paneling, and those absolutely criminal suit patterns Dr. Bob wears like a badge of hono...

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July 24, 2025

The Miniseries Special!

“Tonight, a very special presentation…” Before bingeing was a thing and long before streaming was even a twinkle in the internet’s eye, there was the mighty miniseries, a multi-night television event so important, your parent...

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July 10, 2025

#51. Perry Mason (1966), "The Case of the Deadly Verdict"

This Week on Raised on Television: Perry Mason Loses?! This week, we’re throwing it way back again ... this time to 1966, Season 7 of Perry Mason . The courtroom legend himself finally takes an “L”… sort of. In this rare twis...

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