Just One More Thing

Want to be ready for the next show? Watch the season ten episode, “Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star.” Yes, we’re hurtling into the 90s. We’ll be joined by special guest Nate Patrin (City Pages, Pitchfork). The episode is available on DVD.

Chris Sims and Matt Wilson (War Rocket Ajax and Movie Fighters) join Jon and RJ to discuss “Short Fuse,” in which Roddy McDowall plays a strange genius and heir to a chemical fortune who uses his know-how to murder his scheming uncle. In the process of unraveling the crime, Columbo has to face his fear of heights, silly string, extremely tight 1970s pants and, once again, Ida Lupino. Also, Viewer Mail and discussions for folks who may be new to Columbo.

Get a jump on the next show by watching the season one episode, “Short Fuse.” We’ll be joined by special guests Chris Sims and Matt Wilson (War Rocket Ajax, Movie Fighters). It’s available on Netflix Watch Instantly and on DVD.

Daniel Lavery (then Mallory Ortberg) (the-toast.net) joins Jon and RJ to discuss “Etude in Black,” which features John Cassavetes as an orchestra conductor who murders his mistress/concert pianist. It’s up to Columbo to unravel how and why the maestro staged the woman’s death as an apparent suicide. Also involved- his long-suffering wife, Blythe Danner; her very, very wealthy mother, Myrna Loy; a precocious neighbor kid; and a drunk, hothead trumpeter.

Also discussed (among other things):

– Daniel’s wonderful essay, The Case For Making Columbo America’s Doctor Who.

– That time Cassavetes, Falk and Ben Gazarra went on The Dick Cavett show in 1970 and were kind of drunk jerks.

Next podcast – “Etude In Black,” with John Cassavettes! Listen to see who else, plus, our special guest! The episode is available on Netflix Watch Instantly or on DVD, if you’d like to get ready.

In “A Deadly State of Mind,” George Hamilton plays Dr. Mark Collier, a deeply, deeply creepy psychologist. Complications with his patient/lover, played by Lesley “No ‘Ann’ For Some Reason” Warren threaten his career and murder ensues, but Columbo is on the case. RJ, Jon and guests Brenna Zedan and Anne Moloney (of the LadyLike Book Club) dig deep into this tale of barbituates, swimming, hypnosis, unethical medical practices and beige leather. As Anne says, it’s not a good episode for ladies and dogs.

Next podcast – “A Deadly State of Mind,” starring… well, just listen. It’s available on Netflix Watch Instantly or on DVD.

In “Fade In To Murder,” William Shatner is Ward Fowler, TV’s popular Detective Lucerne. When he murders his blackmailing agent/producer, can Columbo prove it? RJ, Jon and Maggie Serota find out. Also- would Mark Ruffalo make a decent Columbo?

And, like we say on the show- post your ideas for modern-day NBC Mystery Movie casts below and we’ll mention them on the next program.

Get a jump on the next podcast by watching the season six episode, “Fade In To Murder,” starring William Shatner, Lola Albright and, of course, Peter Falk, as Columbo. It’s available on Netflix Watch Instantly or on DVD. Our special guest will be Maggie Serota.

In the episode “Swan Song,” gospel singer Johnny Cash murders Ida Lupino. Can Lt. Columbo prove it? RJ, Jon and guest Leonard Pierce dive deep, going through the whole episode. It’s a pilot, so be gentle.