Ep. #111: Mary Tyler Moore

Minneapolis in the ‘70s. Shit is about to go down.

Kowabunga man, Ron Burgundy, pocket combs, chain wallets, shag carpet horrors, and couch hiders are also discussed.

Published: October 2 2018

Ep. #111: Mary Tyler Moore

Minneapolis in the ‘70s. Shit is about to go down.

Kowabunga man, Ron Burgundy, pocket combs, chain wallets, shag carpet horrors, and couch hiders are also discussed.

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Ep. #110: The PJs

Post-Raw, mid-Klumps, pre-Norbit Eddie Murphy teams up with Phil Morris to mash it up for the claymation smash hit — grab a 40 water and listen!

Bull, uncle stories, Phil Knight, clay floating, and Neti Pots are also discussed.

Published: September 24 2018

Ep. #110: The PJs

Post-Raw, mid-Klumps, pre-Norbit Eddie Murphy teams up with Phil Morris to mash it up for the claymation smash hit — grab a 40 water and listen!

Bull, uncle stories, Phil Knight, clay floating, and Neti Pots are also discussed.

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Ep. #109 - Desperate Housewives

A quiet lane in a peaceful suburb. Or is it?!? A plumber. Or is it?!? A triplet. Or is it?!?

Don Knotts' foyer, Log Lady, steam pipe kitchens, dad plumber skills, neck beards, honey mussy, Snow Dogs, and Vanilla Ice are also discussed.

Published: September 14 2018

Ep. #109 - Desperate Housewives

A quiet lane in a peaceful suburb. Or is it?!? A plumber. Or is it?!? A triplet. Or is it?!?

Don Knotts' foyer, Log Lady, steam pipe kitchens, dad plumber skills, neck beards, honey mussy, Snow Dogs, and Vanilla Ice are also discussed.

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Ep. #108 - American Horror Story: S1

The father of a broken family moves them into an old haunted mansion to try and make things right, and other terrible decisions.

Dermot Mulroney, Lost numbers, Wilson’s horrific face, naked fires, gimp suit jump scares, and corn on macabre are also discussed

Published: August 23 2018

Ep. #108 - American Horror Story: S1

The father of a broken family moves them into an old haunted mansion to try and make things right, and other terrible decisions.

Dermot Mulroney, Lost numbers, Wilson’s horrific face, naked fires, gimp suit jump scares, and corn on macabre are also discussed

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Ep. #107 - The Addams Family

They give him a chair that’s right by a bear, and he’s scared by the bear. Throckmorton! Grandpapa Bangaboo!

Published: August 16 2018

Ep. #107 - The Addams Family

They give him a chair that’s right by a bear, and he’s scared by the bear. Throckmorton! Grandpapa Bangaboo!

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Ep. #106 - 1st and Ten

With Ari away eating ice cream again, special guest star Kelley joins Jon and Carlos to, finally, watch First and Ten, the HBO sitcom starring OJ Simpson that nobody’s ever heard of! The laugh track is confused and shows up late to the party, which is full of planted cocaine and swimming pool balloons. The NFL is working with the mob.  Salvino saves everything. 

 The Lemon Twist, Peter Bonerz, the I-5 killer’s flasher football career, flexible chubby fighters, taco speedboats, and Dr. Death are also discussed.

Published: August 9 2018

Ep. #106 - 1st and Ten

With Ari away eating ice cream again, special guest star Kelley joins Jon and Carlos to, finally, watch First and Ten, the HBO sitcom starring OJ Simpson that nobody’s ever heard of! The laugh track is confused and shows up late to the party, which is full of planted cocaine and swimming pool balloons. The NFL is working with the mob.  Salvino saves everything. 

 The Lemon Twist, Peter Bonerz, the I-5 killer’s flasher football career, flexible chubby fighters, taco speedboats, and Dr. Death are also discussed.

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Ep. #105 - Destinos

Special guest star Melissa helps our hosts explore the chronicles de Don Fernando and his familia in a What Happending language-learner first.  Many questions arise about the mystery of the hacienda. Just what is written in la carta? Who is the mysterious ghost bride? Why doesn’t the avocado save money on travel and make a phone call or two? Will the chubby boy from Madrid find his dog? And how many hijos does Don Fernando have, and when does an hija become hijos?

Cutlass fording, cuatroshadowing, giant Stargate portals, empanada continuity, and Y Tu Mama Tambien popcorn breaks are also discussed.

Published: August 2 2018

Ep. #105 - Destinos

Special guest star Melissa helps our hosts explore the chronicles de Don Fernando and his familia in a What Happending language-learner first.  Many questions arise about the mystery of the hacienda. Just what is written in la carta? Who is the mysterious ghost bride? Why doesn’t the avocado save money on travel and make a phone call or two? Will the chubby boy from Madrid find his dog? And how many hijos does Don Fernando have, and when does an hija become hijos?

Cutlass fording, cuatroshadowing, giant Stargate portals, empanada continuity, and Y Tu Mama Tambien popcorn breaks are also discussed.

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Ep. #104 - Newhart

The real Bob Newhart’s fake phone call skills are on full display as our hosts watch the first and last episode of Newhart with special guest star Kelley! A satiated Ari doesn’t leave for ice cream during the first segment. The finale has a stunning twist the likes of which the What Happending podcast has never witnessed.

DragonHeart, Cop Rock, Dr. Sisqo, Clifford, Daniel Day Lewis’s GoGurt, and Simon Birch storytime are also discussed.

Published: July 26 2018

Ep. #104 - Newhart

The real Bob Newhart’s fake phone call skills are on full display as our hosts watch the first and last episode of Newhart with special guest star Kelley! A satiated Ari doesn’t leave for ice cream during the first segment. The finale has a stunning twist the likes of which the What Happending podcast has never witnessed.

DragonHeart, Cop Rock, Dr. Sisqo, Clifford, Daniel Day Lewis’s GoGurt, and Simon Birch storytime are also discussed.

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Ep. #103 - Becker

OJ Simpson has to wait a week, it’s time for Becker and the Scone Zone! In the first segment, Ari goes out for ice cream and never returns, but luckily Jake Becker is around to help Jon and Carlos watch John Becker and Jake. And Linda. The Becker finale yields a long lost surprise.

Ted Danson’s pants, Ted Danson’s eyes, Ted Danson’s hair, Ted Danson’s arm movement, Ted Danson’s brow, and Ted Danson’s personality are also discussed.

Published: July 19 2018

Ep. #103 - Becker

OJ Simpson has to wait a week, it’s time for Becker and the Scone Zone! In the first segment, Ari goes out for ice cream and never returns, but luckily Jake Becker is around to help Jon and Carlos watch John Becker and Jake. And Linda. The Becker finale yields a long lost surprise.

Ted Danson’s pants, Ted Danson’s eyes, Ted Danson’s hair, Ted Danson’s arm movement, Ted Danson’s brow, and Ted Danson’s personality are also discussed.

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Ep. #102 - Trailer Park Boys

Our hosts are treated to a beautiful slice of Canadian trash life as they watch the first and last episode of the INITIAL seven season run of this mockumentary smash hit. Before watching, Jon has lots of questions about what constitutes the series finale. Luckily Ari has all the answers, and even throws in a beautiful anecdote from his childhood.

ReBoot, Heat, Training Day, Kenny Powers, knife hits, Drunk Oscars, Stunt Oscars, and Pat Roach are also discussed. 

Published: July 12 2018

Ep. #102 - Trailer Park Boys

Our hosts are treated to a beautiful slice of Canadian trash life as they watch the first and last episode of the INITIAL seven season run of this mockumentary smash hit. Before watching, Jon has lots of questions about what constitutes the series finale. Luckily Ari has all the answers, and even throws in a beautiful anecdote from his childhood.

ReBoot, Heat, Training Day, Kenny Powers, knife hits, Drunk Oscars, Stunt Oscars, and Pat Roach are also discussed. 

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Ep. #101 - Mad About You

It's kissy-kissy time in the Big Apple! Our hosts are treated to a delightful pile of Helen Hunt's frozen rolling pin lasagna served in Paul Reiser's Pyrex, and Ari's doppelganger makes his first What Happending appearance. Raw Reality, Seinfeld with cell phones, and Selby’s knobs are also discussed.

Published: July 5 2018

Ep. #101 - Mad About You

It's kissy-kissy time in the Big Apple! Our hosts are treated to a delightful pile of Helen Hunt's frozen rolling pin lasagna served in Paul Reiser's Pyrex, and Ari's doppelganger makes his first What Happending appearance. Raw Reality, Seinfeld with cell phones, and Selby’s knobs are also discussed.

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Ep. #100.5 - Numb3rs

It's the season 7 premiere! In celebration of reaching the 100 number milestone, our hosts rehash the very first (and never aired) episode of What Happending and rewatch the CBS classic Numb-threer's. What did they remember? What did they forget? And just who will win the Rob Morrow Award??

Math maps, Home Improvement, Brisket Fridays, Alice Cooper bike stabbings, and Don Vito are also discussed.

Published: June 29 2018

Ep. #100.5 - Numb3rs

It's the season 7 premiere! In celebration of reaching the 100 number milestone, our hosts rehash the very first (and never aired) episode of What Happending and rewatch the CBS classic Numb-threer's. What did they remember? What did they forget? And just who will win the Rob Morrow Award??

Math maps, Home Improvement, Brisket Fridays, Alice Cooper bike stabbings, and Don Vito are also discussed.

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Ep. #100: Centennial Retrospective Pt.2

The dramatic conclusion to the Centennial Retrospective has arrived! Our hosts discuss the best and worst shows and theme songs, brainstorm crossover possibilities, and lament cliffhangers for which they will never know the answer. Jon also has a quiz!

Published: June 25 2018

Ep. #100: Centennial Retrospective Pt.2

The dramatic conclusion to the Centennial Retrospective has arrived! Our hosts discuss the best and worst shows and theme songs, brainstorm crossover possibilities, and lament cliffhangers for which they will never know the answer. Jon also has a quiz!

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Ep. #100: Centennial Retrospective Pt.1

The 100th episode extravaganza is here! In part one of this miraculous two-part event, our hosts discuss their favorite and least favorite characters from the What Happending archive, nominate candidates for “best death,” and roll out the red carpet for the winners of the What Happending MVP. The votes are tallied… who is taking home the hardware??

Published: June 25 2018

Ep. #100: Centennial Retrospective Pt.1

The 100th episode extravaganza is here! In part one of this miraculous two-part event, our hosts discuss their favorite and least favorite characters from the What Happending archive, nominate candidates for “best death,” and roll out the red carpet for the winners of the What Happending MVP. The votes are tallied… who is taking home the hardware??

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Ep. #99 - Miami Vice

Synth music, white linen suits, cigarette boats, and LSD alligators... it's time for an '80s classic, all 145 minutes of it.

Vin Diesel, Jurassic Park, brandy beef, Calderon’s locker room presence, Jabba Housewife, and The Matrix are also discussed. 

Published: June 7 2018

Ep. #99 - Miami Vice

Synth music, white linen suits, cigarette boats, and LSD alligators... it's time for an '80s classic, all 145 minutes of it.

Vin Diesel, Jurassic Park, brandy beef, Calderon’s locker room presence, Jabba Housewife, and The Matrix are also discussed. 

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Ep. #98: Moesha

The children of the Moesha family are always late for dinner. Sometimes everything turns out fine because they were just at The Den watching the hottest hip hop act in LA. Other times... it's not fine at all. 

Ben Carson, Mind of Mencia, DMX's van, batter chatter, Raw Reality, Burger King tales, and 24 are also discussed.

Published: May 31 2018

Ep. #98: Moesha

The children of the Moesha family are always late for dinner. Sometimes everything turns out fine because they were just at The Den watching the hottest hip hop act in LA. Other times... it's not fine at all. 

Ben Carson, Mind of Mencia, DMX's van, batter chatter, Raw Reality, Burger King tales, and 24 are also discussed.

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Ep. #97: Designated Survivor

Jack Bauer is back at it, givin' speeches and takin' names, even if he can't make a proper pancake. But will the Iranians cut off the Middle East oil supply? Will Kal Penn be swept away in a Tsnaumi? Will Emily get sniped, or is she really the sniper? And, most importantly, will Jack's son go to Georgetown or Stanford?

24, Road Trip, hair curtains, Dave DVDs, 24, Benny Hill foot chases, Diana Taurasi kingdom, Grover Cleveland, 24, Paul Newman, and hoodies are also discussed.

Published: May 24 2018

Ep. #97: Designated Survivor

Jack Bauer is back at it, givin' speeches and takin' names, even if he can't make a proper pancake. But will the Iranians cut off the Middle East oil supply? Will Kal Penn be swept away in a Tsnaumi? Will Emily get sniped, or is she really the sniper? And, most importantly, will Jack's son go to Georgetown or Stanford?

24, Road Trip, hair curtains, Dave DVDs, 24, Benny Hill foot chases, Diana Taurasi kingdom, Grover Cleveland, 24, Paul Newman, and hoodies are also discussed.

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Ep. #96 - Ally McBeal

Watch a David E. Kelley show based in Boston? What a novel idea! Let's see if Ally can overcome lost love, CGI arrows to the heart, a serial butt-grabber, and a mysterious child to get to wherever it is she is heading down the middle of a dark street at night.

Remember the Titans, Bon Jovi, daytime sexy thoughts, scarf deaths, Yak Baks, touching piano, and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark are also discussed.

Published: May 17 2018

Ep. #96 - Ally McBeal

Watch a David E. Kelley show based in Boston? What a novel idea! Let's see if Ally can overcome lost love, CGI arrows to the heart, a serial butt-grabber, and a mysterious child to get to wherever it is she is heading down the middle of a dark street at night.

Remember the Titans, Bon Jovi, daytime sexy thoughts, scarf deaths, Yak Baks, touching piano, and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark are also discussed.

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Ep. #95: Dog the Bounty Hunter

Bra, listen to this, bra, you don't want to spend a life behind not listening to this, bra, trust me, bra, I've been there done that, bra, there's no end to that tunnel except a room without a view, bra. Strike one, two, and three.

Ozzie Osbourne, Steven Seagal, Real Housewives of Miami, hot balloons, Omar, and McDonald’s playpen photoshoots are also discussed.

Published: May 14 2018

Ep. #95: Dog the Bounty Hunter

Bra, listen to this, bra, you don't want to spend a life behind not listening to this, bra, trust me, bra, I've been there done that, bra, there's no end to that tunnel except a room without a view, bra. Strike one, two, and three.

Ozzie Osbourne, Steven Seagal, Real Housewives of Miami, hot balloons, Omar, and McDonald’s playpen photoshoots are also discussed.

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Ep. #94: Cop Rock

Dark days on the beat got you down? Mucked up that whole warrant thing again? Sad because your wife is too hot for you? Upset that you sold your baby on the black market? Try bursting into song! Guest star Kelley returns for a very special musical series with plenty to talk about, if Jon would ever shut up about his breakdancing skills.

RoboCop, Joe Cocker, Glen, Sheryl Crow’s trailer, and ponytail Steve Zahn are also discussed.

Published: May 3 2018

Ep. #94: Cop Rock

Dark days on the beat got you down? Mucked up that whole warrant thing again? Sad because your wife is too hot for you? Upset that you sold your baby on the black market? Try bursting into song! Guest star Kelley returns for a very special musical series with plenty to talk about, if Jon would ever shut up about his breakdancing skills.

RoboCop, Joe Cocker, Glen, Sheryl Crow’s trailer, and ponytail Steve Zahn are also discussed.

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