Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast

Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast
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“Welcome to the “Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast.” This podcast series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the beloved Little House on the Prairie television series and will feature Little House cast members Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler, hosted by the actor, writer and producer of the award-winning series, Livin’ On a Prairie, funny and engaging Little House Super-Fan, Pamela Bob. Together, Pamela, Alison, and Dean invite listeners to join them for nostalgic, insider conversations centered around the people, stories, and events that has made television’s Walnut Grove a place treasured by millions for half a century. In each episode Alison, Dean, and Pamela will reveal different facets of the Little House legacy in conversations with cast, crew, historians and media pundits. For the first time ever, listeners will have the chance to discover the Little House experience as crafted by members of the Little House family of actors. From exploring the cultural significance of the series to discussing its timeless themes of family, community, and resilience, the Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast is a must-listen for fans old and new. Tune in as we celebrate half-a-century of the series TV Guide once described as the “finest family drama in the history of television.” Subscribe and join us for this delightful prairie journey, as we commemorate 50 years of Little House memories, moments, and magic. Little House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Prairie Partners, LLC with permission. All rights reserved. Little House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Prairie Partners, LLC. with permission. All rights reserved. #LittleHouseFiftyfor50 #LittleHouseAnniversary #LittleHouseFestival #DeanButler #AlisonArngrim #PamelaBob #WalnutGroveNostalgia #ClassicTV #LittleHouseLegacy” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

  1. 18H AGO

    "The Reincarnation of Nellie Pt. 1" RECAP!

    We’re diving into Season 8’s opener, “The Reincarnation of Nellie – Part 1,” an episode that wastes no time asking: what if we solved emotional problems… with deeply questionable decisions? First shocking news--Nellie and Percival are officially in New York and--surprise!--NEVER COMING BACK. And Harriet Oleson is not handling it well. So naturally, the solution is: adopt a child immediately. No therapy, no hobbies, no self-reflection—just a full human being to fill the Nellie-shaped void. What could possibly go wrong?  Enter Nancy, a sweet-faced orphan who—within approximately 30 seconds—sets off every alarm bell known to man. Except, of course, for Harriet, who sees only potential and maybe a chance to relive her glory days of raising a menace. The episode also hits viewers with another big shift: Goodbye to Mary and Adam...FOREVER! A noticeable absence that makes Nancy’s arrival feel even more like a “here we go” moment. Nancy, for her part, wastes zero time stepping into Nellie’s legacy. The lies are sharper, the manipulation is colder, and the vibes are… unsettling. And Harriet’s determined not to notice. Choices? Everywhere. Bad parenting? Thriving. Part 1 is messy, chaotic, and full of “wait, they did WHAT?” energy—and honestly, we’re kind of here for it. Then, join us on Patreon where we discuss the caveats of being a child actor. Does it benefit them in the long run? Is it more for the parents than it is for the child? Can a child even really consent? (The anser is NO). We discuss it all.  Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind-the-scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 24m

  2. MAR 12

    “The Blizzard" - OR - "Miss Beadle Kills the Kids" recap!

    Bundle up, Walnut Grove fans — this week we’re revisiting one of the most intense winter episodes of Little House on the Prairie: “The Blizzard.” Or as Charlotte Stewart likes to call it, "Miss Beadle Kills the Kids". A sudden storm hits while the children are at school, turning into… the worst Christmas Eve ever. Miss Beadle makes the well-intentioned decision to let the kids walk home before the storm gets too rough… which, depending on how you look at it, is either a brave leadership choice or a brief moment where the entire class nearly gets accidentally yeeted into the afterlife by their teacher. Frontier education was clearly a high-risk profession. Guess which way it went? (clue: badly!) Meanwhile, the adults in Walnut Grove realize the children are missing and head out into the brutal conditions to search for them. The townspeople face the very real danger of a prairie blizzard — a reminder of just how treacherous winter could be on the frontier. It’s a suspenseful, emotional episode that captures both the danger of prairie life and the strength of a community that refuses to leave anyone behind. We talk about the history of real prairie blizzards, the memorable moments inside that crowded schoolhouse, and why this chilly Christmas episode still stands out as one of the series’ most unforgettable. So grab a blanket and your best Gore-Tex, and join us as we ride out “The Blizzard.”  Then join us on Patreon, where Alison and Dean talk behind-the-scenes action about how they created Winter TV magic on the Prairie. Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind-the-scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 12m

  3. MAR 5

    “Bob, Get the Wig!” — The Man Behind the Legend

    You asked, you waited, and he’s finally here — our most requested guest: Bob. Yes, that Bob. The man behind the now-iconic line, “Bob, get the wig!” and the brave soul who married Walnut Grove’s most notorious troublemaker, Nellie Oleson — known to the world, of course, as our Prairie Bitch, Alison. In this heartfelt (and very funny) episode, Bob shares the sweet and surprisingly down-to-earth story of how he and Alison met and fell in love. Spoiler: real life involves far fewer tantrums and significantly fewer ringlets. We also talk about Bob’s meaningful work with the AIDS Project Los Angeles helpline during the height of the AIDS crisis — a moving chapter that shaped his life and reflects the compassion at the core of their partnership. And yes, we get into the moment his family and friends found out he was marrying the woman who once terrorized Laura Ingalls on national television. The reactions? Let’s just say there may have been some pearl-clutching. It’s an episode full of humor, heart, and the reminder that behind every great Prairie “villain” is a very patient, very lovely husband. And Bob — thanks for getting the wig. Then join us on Patreon, where Pamela, Alison, and Dean share stories about their significant others and how they support us as crazy artists. It's fun, funny, very personal, and heartfelt. Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind-the-scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 21m

  4. FEB 26

    “He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not” recap! Part 2, Hour 2

    We’re back to finish what we started! After spending an entire episode dissecting the first half of Part 2 of Little House on the Prairie Season 6’s dramatic finale, we are finally diving into the last half—where the misunderstandings unravel, the truths come out, and Walnut Grove delivers peak romantic payoff. Almanzo’s secret sacrifices are revealed through a scary bout of pneumonia (yes, he really was laying in a real ice tub!), and Laura finally realizes that maybe—just maybe—she misjudged the whole “saloon woman” situation. Meanwhile, Nellie and Percival continue to steal scenes. Percival dumping eggs on Nellie’s head remains one of the most unexpectedly satisfying moments in Walnut Grove history. Percival continues to be the only man in town brave enough to challenge the Oleson women, and somehow it works. A quick proposal and wedding for these 2, because even Nellie can't resist a good Jewish man. "Off to the honeymoon!" And of course, we revel in the big romantic payoff that makes this two-part saga worth every sigh, side-eye, and saloon misunderstanding. There are moments that remind us why this show still makes us swoon 50 years later. It took us three podcast episodes to cover this one television event, but honestly? These iconic Prairie love stories deserve the extra time. Then, join us on Patreon where we discuss our own relationships and the ways our better halfs support us. Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind the scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 9m

  5. FEB 19

    He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not” recap! Part 2, Hour 1

    Folks, we talked so much about this action-packed episode that we had to break it up into 2 parts! So today, we’re back in Walnut Grove for Part 2 of the Season 6 finale, but only the first hour of the recap, because let’s face it—we spent a full day analyzing Laura, Almanzo, Nellie, and Percival's love sagas. Next week will will finish the episode, officially! But today, Laura is busy helping Mary and Adam open the new blind school, all while trying to ignore her feelings for Almanzo. Meanwhile, Almanzo secretly works extra jobs to cover the school rent. And of course, a “saloon girl sighting” (Pamela's favorite character) almost sends Laura spiraling, and sparks a conversation with our hosts about sex and sexuality in the Prairie days. Meanwhile, Nellie and Percival’s story is cooking up (pun intended!). Percival’s strict training regimen is actually starting to work on Nellie, softening her attitude in a very "Taming of the Shrew" way. But it makes us ask...Is Nellie a submissive? Do short men have more masculine energy? It's giving Kermit and Piggy vibes, people!We laugh, swoon, and debate every glance, tearful scene (without actual tears? Where's the glycerin when you need it!), and prairie misstep—from Almanzo overworking himself into illness to Nellie’s gradual change—making this hour full of classic Walnut Grove tomfoolery and romantic confusion. Next week, we’ll finish Part 2 of Part 2, talk ice baths, dodge balls to the face, and nice Jewish husbands. You won't want to miss it!Then join us on Patreon, where we chat about Valentine’s Day and Pamela shares the epic story of the annual LIW Dinner Party she attended! Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind the scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    58 min

  6. FEB 12

    HE LOVES ME, HE LOVES ME NOT (PART 1) RECAP!

    Before we dive in, we invite YOU to submit your Valentine’s Day Little House character slogans in the comments on our YouTube channel! We’ll pick five to feature on our social media on Valentine’s Day. Be as silly—or as cutting—as you like. We cannot wait to read them. Now buckle up, because this episode is LOADED. Between awkward social situations, questionable advice, and peak prairie tomfoolery, everyone is learning (or very much not learning) important lessons about growing up, feelings, and communication. We're recapping "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not-Part 1" and we're breaking down the romantic chaos, the side-eye moments, and why Part 1 has us screaming, “JUST TALK TO EACH OTHER.” Saddle up—prairie romance has officially entered its messy era. Spring arrives in Walnut Grove with big feelings and zero impulse control. Laura’s dream comes true when Almanzo proposes—romance! hope! a future!—until Charles Ingalls calmly announces that no daughter of his is getting married before 18 (and honestly… he’s not wrong). Laura eventually handles this with surprising maturity. Almanzo, meanwhile, reacts like an impatient brat who’s taken bad advice from the manosphere, launching a sulk so legendary it’s earned him a near-unanimous Reddit consensus as a douchebag (sorry, Dean!). Over in Oleson-land, Nellie’s Restaurant is failing, so in comes efficiency expert Percival Dalton. Armed with charts and sheer willpower, he somehow transforms Nellie from “actively hostile” to “mildly tolerable,” which in Walnut Grove counts as a miracle. Elsewhere, Mary and Adam receive devastating news about Adam’s father, shattering both their hearts and Adam’s dream of funding the new school for the blind. But wait—there’s more (and it’s only Part 1)! Enter Houston, a smooth-talking stranger in Sleepy Eye who quickly learns that Laura, despite her youth, is a certified Frontier Shark. In what may be the fastest real-estate deal in TV history, Laura secures the old courthouse for the future blind school. By episode’s end, Nellie is fully in love after one of the most iconic scenes of all time (yes—the eggs, the “short” jokes, all of it), and Ma quietly plays matchmaker by sending Laura to Sleepy Eye to clear her head… fully aware that Almanzo is already there. Ma Ingalls knows exactly what she’s doing. THEN, join us on Patreon, where Alison talks to us about Percival himself, the beloved Steve Tracey! Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind the scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 38m

  7. FEB 5

    “Four Eyes” recap!

    Walnut Grove gets its first optometry storyline (on the road to a much harsher eye journey), when sweet, studious Mary Ingalls realizes the blackboard has turned into a blurrier mystery than one of Nellie Oleson’s motives. Enter: glasses. Exit: Mary’s confidence. While Ma and Pa cheerfully declare spectacles a sign of intelligence and awe (thanks, foks!), the kids at school, egged on by the nastiest of bullies, Nellie Oleson (with the help of Pinocchio-voiced Willy) are less evolved and immediately brand Mary “Four Eyes". Despite the fact that their own hottie teacher, Miss Beadle, wears glasses, Nellie convinces Mary that she will end up an old spinster. (The "sexy secretary" look apparently hadn't arrived yet in 1875). Mary spirals into self-conscious misery, convinced she’s gone from “pretty” to “permanent book report.” And, whoopsie, the glasses are inconveniently "lost" in the wilderness! (But really just delicately placed in a hollow log). In the end, Mary learns that seeing clearly beats fitting in, beauty isn’t canceled by eyewear (thanks to Miss Beadle's sexy sexy interaction with her beau!) and glasses are not, in fact, a moral failing. A gentle, heartfelt episode about insecurity, self-worth, and the radical idea that being able to see is… good. Then, join us on Patreon where Dean, Alison and Pamela talk about their awkward years and being bullied as kids. Can we say, heck yeah to glowing up! Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind the scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 20m

  8. JAN 30

    "Ebenezer Sprague" recap!

    This week we’re talking Season 2, Episode 3: “Ebenezer Sprague,” the episode that asks the timeless question: What if Scrooge ran a frontier bank?  Walnut Grove finally gets a bank, and everyone’s excited—until the new banker arrives and immediately says “no” to literally everyone. Loans? No. Hope? No. Smiles? Absolutely not. Enter Laura, who goes fishing and accidentally becomes the only human Ebenezer Sprague doesn’t hate. With no financial agenda and zero awareness of adult boundaries, Laura chips away at his icy exterior. Progress! But then Pa applies for a loan, and Sprague jumps to the wild conclusion that Laura has been running a long con. (Because yes, Laura Ingalls: criminal mastermind.) Laura is crushed, Sprague is grumpy, Pa looks ridiculously hot in long johns, and everyone learns a valuable lesson about trust, cynicism, and why you should maybe not accuse a child of emotional manipulation. It's the epitome of what Little House is all about. We laugh, we sigh, and we marvel at how Little House made frontier banking dramatic—and somehow still heartwarming. Then, join us on Patreon where we talk about a very important subject: Teeth! Yes. I said TEETH. Links and Resources: Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Get more behind the scenes info and fun conversation we can't do on the podcast...PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart. Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events! To learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.com Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv Social Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez  https://www.paclanticcreative.com/ Producer: Tony Sweet www.ubngo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

    1h 13m
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“Welcome to the “Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast.” This podcast series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the beloved Little House on the Prairie television series and will feature Little House cast members Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler, hosted by the actor, writer and producer of the award-winning series, Livin’ On a Prairie, funny and engaging Little House Super-Fan, Pamela Bob. Together, Pamela, Alison, and Dean invite listeners to join them for nostalgic, insider conversations centered around the people, stories, and events that has made television’s Walnut Grove a place treasured by millions for half a century. In each episode Alison, Dean, and Pamela will reveal different facets of the Little House legacy in conversations with cast, crew, historians and media pundits. For the first time ever, listeners will have the chance to discover the Little House experience as crafted by members of the Little House family of actors. From exploring the cultural significance of the series to discussing its timeless themes of family, community, and resilience, the Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Podcast is a must-listen for fans old and new. Tune in as we celebrate half-a-century of the series TV Guide once described as the “finest family drama in the history of television.” Subscribe and join us for this delightful prairie journey, as we commemorate 50 years of Little House memories, moments, and magic. Little House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Prairie Partners, LLC with permission. All rights reserved. Little House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Prairie Partners, LLC. with permission. All rights reserved. #LittleHouseFiftyfor50 #LittleHouseAnniversary #LittleHouseFestival #DeanButler #AlisonArngrim #PamelaBob #WalnutGroveNostalgia #ClassicTV #LittleHouseLegacy” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/little-house-on-the-prairie-50th-anniversary-podcast--6055242/support.

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