It Was a Thing on TV:  An Anthology on Forgotten Television

Episode 243--Life with Lucy


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Without question, Lucille Ball is a legend.  Unfortunately, even legends make missteps.  Life with Lucy in 1986 was Lucy's misstep.  Thirteen episodes were shot and only eight aired. In this episode, we look at the reasons why this misfired, was it because ABC was that desperate for a hit? was it because audiences were weary of Lucy's physical comedy at her age? was it because the executives were afraid to say no to Lucy?

On a lighter note, enjoy our discussion of a Pre-Life Goes On Kelle Martin on Card Sharks in 1986.

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It Was a Thing on TV:  An Anthology on Forgotten TelevisionBy Mike Klauss, Greg Diener, and Chico Alexander

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