It's the question that has plagued man since the dawn of time. (Well, since 1975, anyway.) And now, Jeff & Ryan have the answer! In this episode, you will finally learn the true identity of the mystery actor who played General MacArthur in the season 3 episode "Big Mac." We also discuss a variety of other topics including the mysterious second medical team, clarinet reeds, the M*A*S*H motion picture, a boy named Hawkeye, MacArthur's pool table, and Eight is Enough! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website. 

Who Played Big Mac? - MASH Matters #079

Jeff Maxwell (Private Igor from M*A*S*H) and Ryan Patrick host a lively discussion of all things M*A*S*H, Hollywood, acting, and other jocularity. We will also feature interviews with super fans and creative geniuses who helped to create the greatest television show of all time. Step into the VIP tent, grab a heaping bowl of creamed weenies, and join the fun … because now, more than ever, MASH Matters.

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NOTE: THIS IS AUDIO FROM A VIDEO EPISODE. You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/VcUh6TS4sq8 or click on the show notes for Episode 124 at MASHMattersPodcast.com   It's Show & Tell day! Jeff & Ryan take to YouTube to show off their personal M*A*SH collections. You'll see all kinds of memorabilia - from action figures, die cast cars, and promotional glasses to scripts, cast gifts, and a chess piece from the Swamp. Plus, Jeff breaks out his original Igor hat! We hope you enjoy this VIDEO episode of MASH Matters!    Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at the MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website.   

AUDIO: Show & Tell - MASH Matters #124

Grab a stale loaf of toast and settle in for another round of listener questions on this episode of MASH Matters! Jeff & Ryan discuss a smattering of subjects including Radar's letter-opening technique, handwritten notes, pink action figures, Igor's musical skills, assorted Sophies, and the going rate for M*A*S*H scripts. Plus, who baled all that hay?   Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at the MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website  

"Hot Guy" Pierce - MASH Matters #123

How tall is Jeff? Why didn't the M*A*SH cast have crew cuts? How many gifts *did* Margaret's father give her mother on their wedding night? These are just a few of the burning questions Jeff & Ryan tackle on this episode of MASH Matters! Other topics include AfterMASH, chicken coops, Jackie Cooper, Army boots, how to say Cavalry, journaling, and that blasted big red bird with fuzzy pink feet. Plus, we finally get the definitive answer to the oft-asked question, "Can Alan Alda really knit?"   Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at the MASH Matters store   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website.     

Radar's Magic Chiclet - MASH Matters #122

Remember the time capsule the M*A*S*H cast buried after the series ended? In this episode, we talk to the guy who dug the hole! Special effects technician Jay King joins Jeff & Ryan to discuss his time on the series. We talk about the infamous time capsule (What was in it? Who dug it up? Where is it now?) and other topics including a scary chopper ride, fighting fire on stage 9, squirting blood, blowing up tongue depressors, wrestling alligators, and how to make the O.R. smell like a hospital.  Support the podcast on Patreon and buy merch at the MASH Matters store For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit our website.   

Burying the Time Capsule with special guest Jay King - MASH Matters #121

Voicemails! Lots and lots of voicemails! In this episode, we serve up a heaping helping of listener phone calls. Topics include mutton chops, knitting (again), liver, fish, power lines, trivia games, Larry Linville's mystery credit, The Fonz, Margaret & Charles' truncated love affair, M*A*S*H airing in South Korea, the single best performance of the series, and the first time a particular phrase was uttered on network television. Plus... Jeff was on the operating table?!?  

Who Played Big Mac? - MASH Matters #079

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