First up, we dive into the exciting news that Netflix has officially greenlit a new Little House on the Prairie series. But before you panic—relax! It’s not a reboot. Dean, Alison, and Pamela break down what this means, why it’s great news, and what we may expect.

Then...We revisit a Season 1 classic: Mr. Edwards’ Homecoming! These are the early days on the Prairie, and this episode is a standout in establishing the heartwarming (and sometimes heartbreaking) relationships between our beloved characters. This marks the first appearance of Mr. Edwards, and Victor French delivers a masterclass in acting—showcasing every layer of this complex, rugged-yet-tender character.Ever wonder how quickly Little House went from a pilot to a full series? Spoiler: it happened in record time! Plus, we break down Chesty Charles’ peak “Pa” energy in his interactions with Mr. Edwards—proving that strength and vulnerability can go hand in hand.And, of course, we tackle the big questions:

• Why is Bonnie Bartlett’s Widow Grace giving major “town Karen” vibes?
• Is this the very first instance of bedroom popcorn in the series?
• And how does The Sure Thing with John Cusack complete Dean’s full-circle Prairie moment?

Join us for all this and more as we celebrate another unforgettable trip back to Walnut Grove! Then join us on Patreon, where we'll see Pamela's new puppy, and discuss the working relationship between Bonnie Bartlett and Victor French.Don’t forget to subscribe, comment, leave a review, and share this episode with fellow Bonnetheads.

Links and Resources:Haven’t signed up for Patreon yet? Link is below!PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast***We send our love and support to L.A. and all of those affected by the Wild Fires. Especially our friend, Matthew Labyorteaux, (Albert Ingalls) and his family who have been devastated by the fires. 

If you would like to contribute to his GoFund Me, please visit:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-leslie-matt-rebuild-after-devastating-fire-loss

Other mentionable charities:

American Red Crossredcross.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS 

California Community Foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund

Passadena Community Foundation 

www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites.The merch shop is under renovation - we will keep you posted on the status!

www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart.

Little House 50th Anniversary Bus Tours - www.SimiValleyChamber.org  select Little House 50th Anniversary and then Bus Tickets

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