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The Okay Petunias"Scared Straight" (Season 4, Episode 9)In this week's episode, T.J. and Aaron discuss the episode in which Blanche's brother comes to town and comes out as gay to Blanche. They talk about the complexities of coming out, how Monte Markham is perfect in the role, and a whole lot else besides. You won't want to miss this one!
2023-10-0129 minThe Okay PetuniasSpecial Episode: "80 for Brady"In this very special episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about the feature film 80 for Brady. They talk about the film's feminism, the unbelievable chemistry of its cast and, of course, its similarities to The Golden Girls. Give it a listen!
2023-09-2328 minThe Okay Petunias"Stan's Return" (Season 1, Episode 11)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Stan's triumphant return or, well, not so triumphant, since Chrissy has left him. They talk about the way the episode deals with Dorothy's complex relationship with Stan, the nature of Boomer masculinity, and a whole lot more. Give it a listen!
2023-09-1429 minThe Okay Petunias"Guess Who’s Coming to the Wedding" (Season 1, Episode 2)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss "Guess Who's Coming to the Wedding," which is the first time that we get to meet the infamous Stan. We talk about Bea Arthur's performance, her chemistry with Herb Edelman, and the way that the show engages with the fraught dynamics of fractured family. Give it a listen!
2023-09-0526 minThe Okay Petunias"Long Day's Journey Into Marinara" (Season 2, Episode 19)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about the return of Angela, discussing the fraught nature of sibling rivalry, the perils of showbiz chickens, and just what kind of chicken Count Bessie is, really. Give it a listen!
2023-08-2829 minThe Okay Petunias"The Sisters" (Season 2, Episode 12)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss "The Sisters," in which we get to meet Sophia's estranged sister Angela, played by the divine Nancy Walker. Your co-hosts talk about the episode's funniest moments, the brilliance of Walker's performance, and the way the story captures the complex relationships between siblings. Give it a listen!
2023-08-2028 minThe Okay Petunias"Girls Just Wanna Have Fun... Before They Die" (Season 6, Episode 10)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. discuss Blanche's bad dating advice, the sexiness of Cesar Romero, and just what The Golden Girls looks and feels like when Dorothy is pushed into the periphery of the action. It's more fun than a roll in the squid, so you won't want to miss it!
2023-08-1128 minThe Okay Petunias"Valentine's Day" (Season 4, Episode 15)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about "Valentine's Day," one of their all-time favorite episodes. They talk about the way that Sophia inserts herself into history, the way that Dorothy gets comfortable being nude, Blanche reclaims sexuality, and Rose's travel woes. It's another can't-miss episode of The Okay Petunias.
2023-08-0129 minThe Okay Petunias"Love Me Tender" (Season 4, Episode 14)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about Dorothy's ill-fated fling with the diminutive Eddie. They talk about just what it is that makes this episode so funny, as well as the remarkable career of guest actor John Fiedler. You won't want to miss this one!
2023-07-2328 minThe Okay Petunias"A Little Romance" (Season 1, Episode 13)Join Aaron and T.J. as they talk about "A Little Romance," in which Rose begins a romance with Dr. Jonathan Newman, a little person. They talk about the series' engagement with disability and much else, so be sure to give it a listen!
2023-07-1628 minThe Okay Petunias"The Actor" (Season 2, Episode 14)In this week's episode, Aaron and T.J. talk about one of their all-time favorite episodes, "The Actor." They talk about the way the comedy works in the episode, what makes it such an enduring hit, and why Patrick Vaughn really is incandescent. Don't miss it!
2023-07-0829 minThe Okay Petunias"The Pilot" (Season 1, Episode 1)Join Aaron and T.J. for the inaugural episode of The Okay Petunias, in which they discuss all of the things that make "The Pilot," the first episode of The Golden Girls, so great.
2023-07-0127 min
Queens of the B'sA Very Special Episode: Pride 2021This week, special guest Dr. Aaron Gurlly joins Mark and T.J. to talk about all things Pride. In their wide-ranging discussion, they touch on everything from the pandemic to kink, "Pride Discourse" to the joy of being queer. This is a very special episode that you most definitely will not want to miss!Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=3LQGR255VPNJN¤cy_code=USD)--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-06-2259 min