This week, we're looking back at the incredible, and groundbreaking Muppet Show. This thing went from a show that no one wanted to touch to the most-watched program on Earth. We'll look at the connection with Saturday Night Live, why it was filmed in England, how the show found its direction, and why it ended after just 5 years. Let's get things started... Show notes: <a href= "https://www.everything80spodcast.com/the-story-of-the-muppet-show-snl-for-puppets/"> The Muppet Show</a> Support the Show: <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/80s">Patreon.com/80s</a>

This week, we're looking back at the incredible, and groundbreaking Muppet Show. This thing went from a show that no one wanted to touch to the most-watched program on Earth. We'll look at the connection with Saturday Night Live, why it was filmed in England, how the show found its direction, and why it ended after just 5 years. Let's get things started... Show notes: The Muppet Show Support the Show: Patreon.com/80s

This week, we're looking back at the incredible, and groundbreaking Muppet Show. This thing went from a show that no one wanted to touch to the most-watched program on Earth. We'll look at the connection with Saturday Night Live, why it was filmed in England, how the show found its direction, and why it ended after just 5 years. Let's get things started... Show notes: <a href="https://www.everything80spodcast.com/the-story-of-the-muppet-show-snl-for-puppets/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> The Muppet Show</a> Support the Show: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/80s" rel="noopener noreferrer">Patreon.com/80s</a>

The Story of The Muppet Show

Welcome to Everything 80s — the ultimate podcast for fans of 1980s pop culture and retro nostalgia. 

Each week, we'll dive deep into the most iconic parts of the 1980s: unforgettable movies, legendary TV shows, classic toys, groundbreaking music, and the cultural moments that defined a generation.

From Back to the Future to The Breakfast Club, from Transformers and He-Man to MTV, Nintendo, and Michael Jackson — if it happened in the 80s, we're talking about it.

Whether you grew up in the 1980s or just love the retro vibe, Everything 80s is your time machine to a decade of innovation, color, and unforgettable fun. Perfect for fans of nostalgia, Gen X, and anyone who loves some good 'ol time travel...

Kids, you might not be ready for this yet--but your parents are gonna love it...

🎧 New episodes every Wednesday — hit follow and join the 1980s rewind.

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Welcome to Everything 80s — the ultimate podcast for fans of 1980s pop culture and retro nostalgia. Each week, we'll dive deep into the most iconic parts of the 1980s: unforgettable movies, legendary TV shows, classic toys, groundbreaking music, and the cultural moments that defined a generation. From Back to the Future to The Breakfast Club, from Transformers and He-Man to MTV, Nintendo, and Michael Jackson — if it happened in the 80s, we're talking about it. Whether you grew up in the 1980s or just love the retro vibe, Everything 80s is your time machine to a decade of innovation, color, and unforgettable fun. Perfect for fans of nostalgia, Gen X, and anyone who loves some good 'ol time travel... Kids, you might not be ready for this yet--but your parents are gonna love it... 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday — hit follow and join the 1980s rewind.

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