Cheers Weekly

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 "The Ghost and Mrs. LeBec" and "Mr. Otis Regrets"! (S8E23 starts 9:35 / S8E24 starts 27:55)

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 missed! Order up some Shirley Temples and enjoy "Bar Wars III: The Return of Tecumseh" and "Loverboyd"! (S8E21 starts - 12:25 / S8E22 starts - 29:55)

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 impressive - Carla inherits some big bucks while Woody embraces nudity on stage. Order up a couple of pints of thick, warm ale and enjoy "Indoor Fun with Sammy and Robby" and "Fifty-Fifty Carla"! (S8E19 starts - 9:20 / S8E20 starts - 29:10)

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't He?" and "Severe Crane Damage"! (S8E17 starts 13:20 / S8E18 starts 31:40)

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 Robin's lies. And more importantly, which bar patron will win the Cheers betting pool regarding Rebecca and Robin's next steps? All that plus you will finally find out how many taters Yaz hit. Order up some bubbly and enjoy "Finally! Part 1" and "Finally! Part 2". (S8E15 starts 12:10 / S8E16 starts 31:25)

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's little black book has been stolen and the gang pulls out all the stops to garner its return! Head on down to roller rink, order a couple sodas and enjoy "Sammy and the Professor" and "What is...Cliff Clavin?"! (S8E13 starts 8:00 / S8E14 starts 27:00)

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.?" So choose a side, order up some scotch and enjoy "Feeble Attraction" and "Sam Ahoy"! (S8E11 starts 11:10 / S8E12 starts 31:25)

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 beard department. (And a public service warning this week - the core of the 2016 Cubs were dismantled during taping and we take some time to reflect). Soak up couple of IPAs and enjoy "Two Girls for Every Boyd" and "The Art of the Steal"! (S8E9 starts 13:35 / S8E10 starts 37:30)

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 newly-named Frederick Crane goes awry while becoming intertwined with a failing retirement party in the bar. All that, plus you get the honor of learning how to play Hide Bob's Pants! Order up some sacramental wine and enjoy "Death Takes a Holiday on Ice" and "For Real Men Only"! (S8E7 starts 12:50 / S8E8 starts 38:40)

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 pop and enjoy "The Two Faces of Norm" and "The Stork Brings a Crane"! (S8E5 starts - 13:40 / S8E6 starts - 33:55)