Fanacek

S3 E3 Donald P. Bellisario

Donald P. Bellisario is one bad mutha.  He created Magnum PI, JAG, and NCIS.  He also gave us Airwolf, which was loosely based on Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice*.  We're gonna hold our breathe and take a deep dive on this fella's career.  However,  y commitment o you is that I will also discuss the musical stylings of one Telly Savalas, my time on the set of JAG, dogs & cops, the (almost) death of Thomas Magnum, super helicopters, and Quantum Leap references during improv shows.
*That was a joke.

S3 E2 Steven Bochco

Let's discuss Mr. Steven Bochco.  For some of you this will be a review.  For others, an education in television awesomeness.  This guy gave us Hill Street Blues, Doogie Howser MD, L.A. Law, and NYPD Blue among others.  He also wrote 7 episodes of a little known detective series starring Peter Falk.  Steven Bochco is a man amongst men.  I shall discuss his life and work.  I shall also touch on such topics as the chimpanzee on The Today Show, laughing at Tourette Syndrome, and David Caruso's naked ass.  You'll "crack" up.  Get it?  Crack.  Because of the David Caruso ass comment?  Anyway, enjoy the episode.

S3 E1 Aaron Spelling

Welcome to Fanacek Island....Season 3 is here!!!  And it does not disappoint.  We're gonna take a deep dive on the most prolific producer in television history, Mr. Aaron Spelling.  We're gonna explore his successes and the cultural impact of such shows as Mod Squad, Love Boat, Fantasy Island, 90210, and Melrose Place.  We'll also look at the shows that were very short lived and the pilots that never got picked up.  We'll also touch on such topics as his bag ass house, Quentin Tarantino's podcast, Justine Bateman's failed attempt at movie stardom, me almost buying an Emergency! lunchbox, and Lisa Kudrow's rise to fame.  I'm very proud of myself.

Season 3 Introduction

Season 3 is coming, folks!  Here's a sneak peak.

Season 2 Finale (Part 2) - 9 to 5 conclusion

We've come to the end of the road for Season 2.  Along the way, we've laughed, we've cried, and I've talked too much.  It was a blissful journey of movies that became failed TV shows.  So, alas, I am saying goodnight and God bless to Season 2...but not before I finish what I started on this damn 9 to 5 fiasco.  I'm also gonna educate you on watching ALF in the 21st century, the kinda racist marketing for the show True Colors, Jon Lovitz whooping Andy Dick's ass, the sleazy marriage of Jason Hervey, and the sad fate of Lisa Loring.  
Don't be sad, friends.  Fanacek shall return for Season 3.

Season 2 Finale (Part 1) - 9 to 5

That's right.  1980's classic film 9 to 5 became a TV show.  And I'm gonna force you to learn about it.  I'm also going to address Facebook hate regarding Hec Ramsey, explain the ins and outs of syndication, get all mushy about Barry Levinson and Mike Nichols, offer insight into early live television, educate you on Howard Stern's Wack Pack, mention blackface, and share the classic children's tune, "Molly Lick a Lolli".  I'm all givin'.  I aint about takin'.
 

S2 E9 Starman & Alien Nation

An exciting action packed Sci Fi episode of Fanacek!  First, we'll explore the TV version of John Carpenter's 1984 film Starman.  Then we'll dive into the short lived TV version of 1988's Alien Nation.  Lots of aliens and space things.  A real Nerd's paradise.  But be warned.  I will also discuss such topics as Tina Yothers auditioning for the Laker Girls, the early days of the Fox Network, my love of Paul Schrader, Tom's Cruise and his inability to appear normal, why I think Ally McBeal will make a comeback, my connections with the casts of Dexter and Workaholics, and the battle for Queen of 80s Porn.  Life will never be the same.

S2 E8 Parenthood (1990)

Yep.  Parenthood was made into a 2010 hit TV show with Craig T. Nelson.  But, why discuss a good show when you can dive into a crappy one?  That's right, folks.  We're gonna explore the short lived 1990 TV version of the 1989 Ron Howard classic movie Parenthood.  But fear not, for I shall also discuss brain matter in rental cars, a back tattoo on a chubby George Clooney, stalking Philip Seymour Hoffman in NYC, and Kevin Bacon losing his money in a Ponzi scheme.  It's a hoot.

A Very Special Fanacek: An Interview with Jenna Terranova-Frisby

Jenna Terranova-Frisby is passionate about actor William Windom.  And now I am too.  Mr. Windom's career spanned over 60 years.  He did Broadway, Off-Broadway, One Man Shows, Summer Stock, Film, and Television.  He is likely most known for The Farmer's Daughter, My World and Welcome To It, and Murder She Wrote.  His autobiography, "Journeyman Actor" can be found on Amazon, and a documentary is currently in the works.
Check out Jenna's website www.williamwondom.com to learn more.
It will not be unmeaningless!

S2 E7 Foul Play & Uncle Buck

Yes, folks.  Two for the price of one.  First, I explore the 1981 short lived TV version of Foul Play, based on the 1978 Chevy Chase and Goldie Hawn almost classic.  Then, I will play dueling Uncle Bucks by comparing the 1990 version to the 2016 version, both of whom fall short of the original 1989 John Candy masterpiece.  And, as if that weren't enough, I'll explore 70s revenge flicks, meeting Valerie Harper and her TV son, not meeting Martin Kove, and my severe dislike of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  You're welcome.