George Tsakiridis and Randy Woodbury embark on a weekly rewatch of the classic TV sitcom Cheers! in a podcast that engages classic television, 80's pop culture, and nostalgic euphoria. George is an actor/writer from Chicago, IL and Randy is a screenwriter currently based out of London.
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The finale of our beloved series and for Cheers Weekly. Enjoy!
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Ma and Cliff are fighting again - will this be Cliff's Norman Bates moment? Rebecca is on the prowl again but is her best path forward the rich man right under her nose or the working man right under the bar? And what has gotten Norm so angry? Order a couple of bottles of beer, listen to Mahler's Third and enjoy "Rebecca Gaines, Rebecca Loses" and …
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As we near the final times with our beloved Cheers gang, the surprises continue to get bigger. Woody has a path to possible political prominence and a new family member on the way. Carla makes one of her special drinks and goes home with a Cheers guy but she doesn’t remember which one. And Sam has a surprise that will change Cheers lore forever. So…
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A plethora of riches this week! Bar Wars with Gary, a guest star sundae with a cherry, a return of one of our favorite recurring characters named Harry and even a cameo by John Daly! So order up a couple $5 beers with a free video tape and enjoy “Bar Wars VII: The Naked Prey" and "Look Before You Sleep"! (S11E19 starts 17:30 / S11E20 starts 34:10)…
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Lilith tries to make sense of what she walked in on, Sam tries to make sense of how former owner Gus made money with the bar and the boys try to make sense of the death of another drive-in movie theater. So while Cliff is off at the snack bar, enjoy "The Bar Manager, The Shrink, His Wife and Her Lover" & "The Last Picture Show". (S11E17 starts 12:0…
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Marriage and relationships are forefront with the gang this week. Serafina announces her pregnancy and upcoming marriage, only for the happy nuptials to be sidetracked by her returning father, Nick Tortelli. Frasier is distraught over pending divorce proceedings with Lilith and seeks the comfort of Rebeca. And Paul may or may not have something imp…
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A wonderful study in fear this week. Who is most scary to our Cheers gang? IRS agent Dot Carroll to Norm, the mutant Orioles mascot to Sammy, or a penniless Robin Colcord to Rebecca? Or maybe a bagful of wild squirrels with sparklers attached to their tails takes first prize. Order up a couple gin and tonics and enjoy "Norm's Big Audit" and "It's a…
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Sammy has a line on how to get his old Corvette back but it goes through Susan Metheny (a brilliant guest turn by Dana Delany) and the dreaded "doghouse". Cliff has a line on a new video production venture that will leave everyone disappointed. And Dr. Crane has a line on some female companionship in the form of his young office secretary, Shauna. …
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Someone is going to emergency and someone is going to jail. As for the medical event, could it be Norm and Cliff (because of Melville's all-you-can-eat mackerel), Rebecca (because her Navy father is forcing her to move bac to San Diego), John Hill (because of a heart attack during a visit with Carla) or Kelly (also because of a heart attack due to …
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Extra-marital affairs are causing havoc at our beloved bar! First, Lilith bids Frasier and the bar farewell as she’s off to the eco-pod with new lover, Googy. Then Mr. Gaines is caught in a compromising position with his brother’s wife and Woody’s loyalty to keep quiet must be assured. All that plus a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner at the bar that m…
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It's a reunion of sorts at our neighborhood bar this week. Andy Andy is back looking for Diane, Maggie is back looking for Cliff and Lilith is just plain looking around at other options. All that plus some great guest stars from Revenge of the Nerds and Frasier fame. Grab a seat at the bar, tell a good knock-knock joke and enjoy "Do Not Forsake Me,…
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The battle of the GOATs as Sammy, representing the U.S.A, clashes with Henri, representing France, in a no-hold-barred quest...for phone numbers. If Sammy goes down in defeat, who will the guys live vicariously through? All that plus Norm gets his dream job. So throw a few nickles in the slot machine and enjoy "The King of Beers" and "The Magnifica…
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As we enter the final season of Cheers (and Cheers Weekly), several momentous occasions and incidents take center-stage. Like the bar burning down. Mr Pubbs. And Bernard! Plus a holy war breaks out between the newlyweds Kelly and Woody and their religious upbringing. So order up several pu pu platters and enjoy "The Little Match Girl" and "The Beer…
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The big day has arrived as Woody and Kelly head to the altar to get hitched! Carla, however, forsees disaster ahead. What could possibly go wrong with the Cheers gang catering, two dogs named Attila and Hitler, Lilith singing showtunes, a can of Pringles and a dead minister? First make a call to Dr. Daniels, Dr. Jack Daniels and then enjoy "An Old-…
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The bar war to end all bar wars. The mob. Johnny Carson. Who could ask for anything more from our beloved Cheers? Grab a reservation at Spago and then enjoy "Bar Wars VI: This Time It's For Real" and "Heeere's..Cliffy!"!! (S10E23 starts 13:20 / S10E24 starts 35:25)
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Sammy is convinced he has some innings left in his arm and joins the Red Sox minor league system. But has the baseball life passed him by? Meanwhile, Rebecca meets up with an old college flame, convinced that he is the one that got away. Will Sammy pitch in the big leagues again? Will Rebecca find true love with an old flame. Will Frasier ever find…
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Our beloved farmboy Woody goes international while Frasier attempts to drop a few pounds. Meanwhile Lilith's mother-in-law demands a vow renewal ceremony for the Cranes and Norm's bar tab becomes a sticking point between Sam and Rebecca. Put on Frasier's smile umbrella and enjoy "Rich Man, Wood Man" and "Smotherly Love"! (S10E19 starts 15:10 / S10E…
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Two great Rebecca Howe episodes that highlight the greatness of Kirstie Alley. First, Rebecca must navigate a major romantic crush from Woody's cousin from Florida (played by guest star Harry Connick Jr). Then Rebecca must deal with a liquor license issue that could threaten the bar's very existence. All that plus Cliff's new postal uniform and a f…
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S10E15 My Son, My Father / S10E16 One Hugs, the Other Doesn't (plus a tribute to Kirstie Alley)
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A very special Cheers Weekly as we focus on the passing of Kirstie Alley. And as they say, the show must go on. Enjoy Kirstie Alley's work in "My Son, My Father" and "One Hugs, the Other Doesn't". (S10E15 starts 7:20 / S10E16 starts 24:20)
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Our iconic ensemble cast is humming on all cylinders with this batch of epsides. Low self esteem field trips, furnance repairs, Elvis' birthday, Woody's 2nd job at the graveyard and a tragic turn with Sammys' hair. All that plus John Allen Hill in a wig, Rebecca in a wall and Woody curled up on the floor with the rug. So grab yourself some food fro…
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LIfe and death issues are forefront on the minds of our favorite Cheers patrons. Frasier and Lilith are trying to hammer out the details of Frasier's will without causing him a panic attack while Sam and Rebecca continue their quest to bring a new life into this world. Thankfully one of these storylines will end, never to be heard of again. All tha…
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John Allen Hill and Sam are back at it again, this time over the dumpsters. So Sam brings in the big gun known as Carla to take down his nemisis. But the collateral damage from the mission is not what Sam thinks. Plus on another battlefront, Henri and Woody clash over marrying Kelly. All that plus Frasier embraces alternative medicies, at least to …
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We have bar wars, halloween costumes, a Boston Celtic legend and Cliff in a speedo. If you can't find comedy gold in that, then we just can't help you here at Cheers Weekly. So go find Norm a birthday present, dress up in your favorite Dante Gabriel Rossetti costume and enjoy "Bar Wars V: The Final Judgment" and "Where Have All The Floorboards Gone…
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The bar is full of tension this week. Maggie is back from Canada, but has to meet the OTHER woman in Cliff's life, Ma Clavin. Rebecca and Sam are struggling to not only conceive a baby, but with their doubts regarding if they will be good parents. And the tension on the set of Woody's attempt to send a video back home results in tears. So grab some…
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Join us in celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Cheers premiere by having a vigorous debate over Rolling Stone's new "Top 100 TV Shows of All-Time" ranking. Randy is quite fired up over several injustices, George is the voice of reason but, most importantly, what say YOU on the rankings overall and Cheers position specifically? As for the episod…
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Sam and Rebecca hit some snags with their baby-making plan, the Cranes provide assistance one cannot put a price on and the boys start a roadtrip out toward Disneyland. All that plus we finally discover where the smoking section is at Cheers! Order up some beers on the house because you bowled a 300-game and enjoy "Baby Balk" and "Get Your Kicks on…
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As we end Season 9 of our beloved show, things are changing. Kelly is an employee of Cheers, the Cranes are having severe labor shortage issues with babysitters and Sam decides he wants to have a child. That's right - our aging playboy is feeling the biological clock. Oh, and there is an appearance by Elvis. But on the positive side, George and Ran…
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Lilith loses a dear member of her 'family', Sam gets lit up by a former rival and shot down by a potential suitor and Paul shows he has game. All that plus we get to meet Spotty! Order up some clean eating (per Rebecca) and enjoy "Pitch It Again, Sam" and "Rat Girl"! (S9E23 starts 12:05 / S9E24 starts 29:50)…
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We have exploding chili, a tea room, the annual Miss Boston Barmaid contest and Carla giving Cliff massages. No, it's not a MadLib - just our regular Cheers gang and their hijinks. Come to learn about Woody's county fair hog, Marabell, but stay to see Sam's wizardy with charts. Order up a couple bowls of chili and enjoy "Cheers Has Chili" and "Carl…
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The corporate takeover team of Hill and Howe prove to be thorn in Sam's side for control of the bar. Frasier has a birthday that he may never forget while Vera earns a job at Melville's that Norm wishes he could instantly forget. All that plus Better Call Saul spoilers (so skip ahead to 10:50 mark if you want to avoid). Grab a few Budweisers and en…
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After a little summer remodeling, Cheers Weekly is back open for business! And there may be major changes on the horizon for our gang! Is Rebecca rushing back from San Diego to propose to Sam? Will Plan Z prove effective? Who is Sam's annual Valentine Day fling with? And most importantly, what exactly has Frasier done to the Dickens canon? So don't…
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Robin is being released from prison and wants a new start - with Rebecca as his bride! But will Rebecca be able to take that next step given Robin's new financial situation? Plus, with the jukebox on the fritz, a karoke machine fills the void with some hidden singing talent. Order up your favorite Righteous Brothers song and enjoy "The Days of Wine…
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Carla educates us on the Death Dream and the Death Walk while Woody educates us on the Boston Merchants Coupon Book. And John Allen Hill is not happy about it nor Sam's interest in his daughter. Order up a round for the entire bar, pay for it with coupons and enjoy "Honor Thy Mother" and "Achilles Hill"! (S9E13 starts 13:10 / S9E14 starts 38:45)…
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Norm and Cliff get bored and cause chaos in the bar while Woody deals with a new character to the Cheers canon, Henri from France! Will he truly steal Woody's girlfriend? Will Sam truly cut up Frasier's gold card? Order up a couple of Truly hard seltzers and enjoy "Norm and Cliff's Excellent Adventure" and "Woody Interrupts"! (S9E11 starts 11:30 / …
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The introduction of John Allen Hill. The attempted burning of Donald Duck. And the national roll-out of new drink sensenation Veggie-Boy!! If none of those make you laugh, then Dr. Crane would like a few minutes with you and a pocketwatch. Order up a case of Veggie-Boy and enjoy "Bad Neighbor Sam" and "Veggie-Boyd"! (S9E9 starts 8:35 / S9E10 starts…
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A little change of pace for our episodes this week. We start with a classic episode highlighted by a tiny voice of power. We end with a celebration of the first 200 episodes of our beloved series. Something for everyone and happiness all around! Enjoy "Breaking In is Hard to Do" and "The 200th Episode Special"! (S9E7 starts 7:10 / S9E8 starts 33:33…
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Ma Clavin returns from Florida and the dog racing scene has not been kind to her. There is a construction project outside the bar that's not being kind to the patrons. And the closing of the Hungry Heifer is not being kind to Norm's outlook on life. But Cheers Weekly is here to brighten up your spirits! And, if not, at least the fudge volcano will …
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There is nothing more you can ask from these two episodes. Ms. Miracle-Buff, bartender Earl from the Cubs, Robin in an inmate tennis tourney and Carla noticing the cut of Cliff's jib. So order up a couple of drafts (as long as the price hasn't gone up) and enjoy "Rebecca Redux" and "Where Nobody Knows Your Name"! (S9E3 starts 9:10 / S9E4 starts 30:…
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The bar is back open for Season 9 and there are some quite significant changes at Cheers. Not only is there a new waitress, but the bar is under new management! And one of the richest people in the world is in jail...AND Kevin McHale stops by! All that plus you get George and Randy's take on the new Spiderman movie! Gather your crew together and en…
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It is the finale of season 8 and the Cheers gang is deep into corporate intrigue, insider trading and how best to move an antique desk that happens to be filled with ice and beer! Law enforcement is hot on the trail of Robin - will he bolt the country or come back for his true love? And to top everything off...George and Randy pick their Bottle Ser…
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An iconic cold open with a reference to the Laker Girls. Rebecca channeling her inner Ralph Nader. Carla clashing with the Doctors' Crane over the role of psychics. And a steamy elevator scene that Randy thinks was patterned after an Aerosmith song. All that plus a very important PSA from George on relationships. Order up some Baileys and enjoy "Th…
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A long negotiated-truce with Gary's Olde Towne Tavern seems to be in jeopardy as St. Patrick's Day looms on the horizon. How will Gary enact his revenge? Also Kelly announces she is spending the summer in Europe - how will Woody deal with this test of distance on his budding relationship? And as a bonus, some classic Norm entrances that can't be mi…
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It is a battle for the ages! The rematch of a titanic struggle between two superpowers that last resulted in America breaking free from England's grasp! And our conquering heroes this time around isn't Washington versus King George, it's even better. It's Sammy Malone versus Robby Colcord in a bar games battle royal! And our undercard is also quite…
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We get Woody trying to win over the last member of the Gaines family and getting more than he bargains for. We get the "We Are The Champions" cold open. We get Frasier running with scissors. We get the future bestseller "Good Girls, Bad Boys". Could you ask for anything more? I think not. Order up a couple coconut cocktails and enjoy "Woody or Won'…
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The bar is back open and marking a historical milestone in Cheers lore. For it is a two-part celebration of the next steps Rebecca Howe and Robin Colcord have taken in their budding romance. However, Robin is caught by Sam having multiple flowers in the bouquet. Has Rebecca found true love with her sweet baby? Will Sam be a true friend and expose R…
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School is back in session across the United States as well as at our favorite bar! Rebecca's favorite college professor returns to Boston only to divert her focus to continuing education with Sammy. Plus we get to watch the legendary Alex Trebek guest star as Cliff's bucket list gets reduced by one as he earns a spot on Jeopardy! All that plus Sam'…
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A serious rift has emerged across the Cheers landscape. First, between Norm and his secretary, Doris. Then between Sam and Robin's opinion of him. But most importantly, between George and Randy and their respective ratings of these episodes. Who is right? Who is wrong? The public hasn't been split on such an important question since "Who shot J.R.?…
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The gang at Cheers serve a dual purpose this week - first class entertainment and educational lessons worthy of a masterclass. From method acting to inflationary monetary policy of the 80s to defeating security systems, one will walk away as smart as Cliff Clavin after these episodes. Plus, find out which of the men of Cheers is most manly in the b…
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Here lies the body (I mean career) of Eddie Lebec (I mean Jay Thomas) - are we here to celebrate the character, mourn the man or a little both of both? A classic episode where Carla's ice-capade skating husband tragically meets his demise with a large dose of real-life backstory as the cause. Plus, an attempt to perform a religious ceremony on newl…
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What would it take for you to sell your most prized possession in life? Just ask Sam. How do you get a group of lazy employees to do their jobs? Norm has some insight. And all of this is happening while the Cranes are waiting for their baby to arrive and Rebecca is focused on the 100th anniversary of the bar! Order up a few beers at five cents a po…
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