It's been over 50 years since "The Dick Van Dyke Show" ended its run, but the show has really never left the airwaves -- its blend of sophisticated and slapstick humor set a sitcom standard that has rarely been matched. What else is there to say? We attempt a few things, including which cast member almost left the show, which actress was almost cast as Laura Petrie and what episode caused the most controversy for creator Carl Reiner.
Sources:
The Official Dick Van Dyke Show Book, by Vince Waldron
My Lucky Life in and Out of Show Buisness: A Memoir, by Dick Van Dyke
"Dick Van Dyke: 'Supernormal' Comedian," Richard Gehman, TV Guide, December 8, 1962
" 'The Dick Van Dyke Show': They've Got No Kick Coming," TV Guide, March 27, 1965
"Rehearsing a 'Dick Van Dyke Show,' " Leslie Raddatz, TV Guide, February 26, 1966
Excellent. I knew a lot, but I didn't know everything you talked about. Still love that show, one of the best, along with Lucy and The Honeymooners, that still hold up - and make me laugh. Great podcast.
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