Best Tender Sister S Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 5: Waiting for a Star to Fall. Starring Carolyn Pickles, directed by Colin Wakefield, written by Jonathan Fortingall. 19:03

7M ago19:03

19:03

The final episode of this satirical monologue reveals its rather sad underbelly. When Kiki-Jean's ex-husband's new wife, Cyndi-Lou Redgrave ("Not her real name. She wanted everyone to think she was one of the Redgraves. Vanessa was furious when I told her."), wins Best Newcomer at The Tartan Tammies, her infamous outburst ("I must have hit rock bot…

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Episode 4: A Sky Full of Stars. Starring Carolyn Pickles, directed by Colin Wakefield, written by Jonathan Fortingall. 23:19

7M ago23:19

23:19

Mrs. McShoogle meets Nicola Sturgeon ("the daintiest wee feet this side of William Hague") and hosts a block-booking for the Scottish Tory party conference ("to think I turned down John Barrowman for this"). She recalls her controversial appearance in the British remake of Charlie's Angels, Wayne's WAGS, and the biggest night of the year, the Scott…

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Episode 3: Starry, Starry Night. Starring Carolyn Pickles, directed by Colin Wakefield, written by Jonathan Fortingall. 18:43

7M ago18:43

18:43

Now the glamorous proprietress of the 'oldest and dampest theatrical digs in Strathbogie', Kiki-Jean McShoogle welcomes "Britain's greatest living actor" to her humble home while trying to find the off button for the mob from musical theatre. Meanwhile, she enlists royal (after a fashion) support for the local rep theatre and defends the surprise o…

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Episode 2: Starman. Starring Carolyn Pickles, directed by Colin Wakefield, written by Jonathan Fortingall. 17:41

7M ago17:41

17:41

Following her moving portrayal of the demonic lollipop lady in Crimewatch on Ice, and a glamorous library assistant in a terrible, terrible Dostoevsky, Kiki-Jean Mankini watches in horror as Helen Mirren bags all the best roles. Fleeing the limelight, she returns to her home town and theatrical capital of Scotland, Strathbogie, and walks straight i…

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Episode 1: A Star is Born. Starring Carolyn Pickles, directed by Colin Wakefield, written by Jonathan Fortingall. 19:32

7M ago19:32

19:32

A child prodigy in Mary and Joseph: Put a Ring on It, and graduate of the prestigious Monica Glen School of Drama and Car Maintenance, Kiki-Jean Mankini achieves top billing, thirteen below Moira Stuart, in a two (and a half) week run in London's West End, and off-off-off Broadway (so far off-Broadway it's in Connecticut). This is the frankly unbel…

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"Big Daddy's Little Lady" (Season 2, Episode 6) 29:03

1y ago29:03

29:03

In this week's episode, T.J. and Aaron discuss the episode in which we get to see Big Daddy for the second time. We talk about the way the show deals with parents and children, the Widow Spencer and, of course, some of the best musical moments in the whole show. Join us, won't you?

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Special Episode: "80 for Brady" 28:43

1y ago28:43

28:43

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!

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"Stan's Return" (Season 1, Episode 11) 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

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!

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"Guess Who’s Coming to the Wedding" (Season 1, Episode 2) 26:43

1y ago26:43

26:43

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!…

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"Long Day's Journey Into Marinara" (Season 2, Episode 19) 29:10

1y ago29:10

29:10

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!

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"The Sisters" (Season 2, Episode 12) 28:43

1y ago28:43

28:43

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!…

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"Girls Just Wanna Have Fun... Before They Die" (Season 6, Episode 10) 28:15

1y ago28:15

28:15

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!

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"Valentine's Day" (Season 4, Episode 15) 29:43

1y ago29:43

29:43

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.…

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"Love Me Tender" (Season 4, Episode 14) 28:09

1y ago28:09

28:09

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!

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"A Little Romance" (Season 1, Episode 13) 28:12

1+ y ago28:12

28:12

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!

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"The Actor" (Season 2, Episode 14) 29:05

1+ y ago29:05

29:05

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!

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"The Pilot" (Season 1, Episode 1) 27:23

1+ y ago27:23

27:23

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.