Welcome to Raised on Television – where we binge just a bit on nostalgia. Your hosts are Gen-xers who grew up in an era of outstanding television. Join us as we pick apart the best episodes of television ever, at least according to the experts.
We start with TV Guide's 100 Greatest Episodes of All-Time (1997). We’ll guide you through each episode, complete with some delightfully pointless pre-show banter and sharp, witty commentary. Plus, we’ll give you the lowdown on the goings-on in the world at the time these shows first hit the airwaves. We'll also throw in some occasional special episodes (check out The Theme Song Special that dropped in June 2024).
It’s TV history with a twist – Or, who knows, it might just turn into the internet’s most chaotic grab bag of random nonsense! Tune in either way because, let’s be honest, you could use a good laugh ... and it's okay if it's with us ... or at us!
Recent Episodes
##70. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1990) "The Best of Both Worlds"…
This week, we're diving deep into Star Trek: The Next Generation's iconic two-parter, "The Best of Both Worlds." Even though The Guide only put part one on the table, we believe both have to be viewed and, frankly, both shoul...
#71. The Patty Duke Show (1964), "The Cousins"
This week your hosts dive into #71 on TV Guide's 1997 list, an episode of The Patty Duke Show from 1964 titled "The Cousins." This first season ender was a flashback to when Patty's cousin Cathy first moved in with …
72. The X-Files (1997), "Small Potatoes.:
Small potatoes but tall tales ... or tails .. or small tails. It's The X-Files, so I'm sure the truth is out there ... somewhere! This week our hosts unpack #72 on TV Guide's 1997 list of the top 100 …
73. Mister Ed (1963), "Leo Durocher Meets Mister Ed."
First, before I forget, and this is very important ... -Abby, you need to get to work - DQ in Iola needs you! Whew, with that out of the way, on to the episode - Today, your hosts pick apart …
#74. Combat (1963) "Survival"
We're back from vacation and ready to hit the ground running ... or just hit the ground, it's really too hot to be running. This week we pick up with entry #74 on TV Guide's 1997 list of the Top …
#75. 3rd Rock From the Sun (1996), "Hotel Dick.''
It's back to the list this week with #75 on the list. A fun episode of 3rd Rock from the Sun where we have aliens offended with how they're portrayed, Aliens enjoying room service, and a television space pioneer complaining …
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About the Hosts
Meet Brian and Stephanie, Your Hosts of Raised on Television
Brian and Stephanie have been married for over twenty years, and their love for each other is only rivaled by their shared love of TV. Brian is your go-to guy for anything and everything space, science, and a little bit of Star Trek—he could probably recite the Prime Directive in his sleep. Meanwhile, Stephanie is the 80s aficionado, especially if it would require her to go in disguise as Jennifer Hart ... or make an emergency trip to investigatge shenanigans in Cabot Cove.
Together, they bring a perfect blend of wit and deep knowledge to every episode of Raised on Television. Whether they’re debating the finer points of casting, discussing the happenings in the time an episode aired, or talking about what in a episode didn't quite age as gracefully as they are, they’ve got it all covered. Brian and Stephanie are more than just hosts—they’re TV buffs who love connecting with fans who share their passion for the small screen. So, if you’ve got a hot take or just want to chat about your favorite shows, Brian and Stephanie would love to hear from you!