Because It Was On
BIWO
Because It Was On is the ultimate podcast for sitcom lovers. BIWO is like that fancy film podcast, but for people who like to talk about that episode of 'Saved by the Bell' where Jessie gets addicted to caffeine pills. Join hosts Jessica and Zach as they explore the most memorable episodes of beloved television classics. With insightful analysis, Jessica and Zach unravel the social politics tucked into 22 minute TV shows. Tune in for engaging discussions and a nostalgic journey through the zany world of sitcoms.
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Chick Like Me: Boy Meets World's Queer Subtext
Because It Was On
08/28/23 • 121 min
CW: Body Dysmorphia, Transphobia, Sexual Assault
The Dustin Hoffman Video
Studs Terkel Interview with John Howard Griffin
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Honey, We Smoked The Pot: Sitcoms and Marijuana
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04/21/23 • 109 min
This week on Because It Was On: You know why they call it "dope", don't ya? Jessica and Zach talk about episodes of classic sitcoms that include discussions of marijuana. And they even do a little first hand research. For science!
Shows discussed on this episode:
That 70's Show
Roseanne
Frasier
Modern Family
Dinosaurs
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Jessica and Zach Talk about "The Talk"
Because It Was On
01/13/23 • 111 min
Hey, champ? Got a sec? I think it's time we had a serious talk about the facts of life.
Join Jessica and Zach as they discuss The Birds and The Bees is sitcoms throughout the ages. We discuss several episodes that deal with teen sexuality and topics such as shame, consent, queer representation, and "hand to gland combat".
Shows discussed:
- Leave it to Beaver
- The War at Home
- Family Matters
- Blossom
- Boy Meets World
- The Cosby Show
- Black-ish
- Good Times
- The Facts of Life
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That Episode of Boy Meets World Where They Do a Scream Parody
Because It Was On
10/16/23 • 116 min
That Episode of Malcolm in the Middle Where They Go Bowling
Because It Was On
09/25/23 • 130 min
Laugh tracks, three cameras, and a theme song: What Makes a Sitcom?
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01/27/23 • 84 min
Jessica and Zach attempt to answer the question that has plagued philosophers for millennia: What makes a tv show a sitcom? Is it the three cameras, the laugh track, press photos of the principal cast hugging while wearing matching shirts? Or perhaps sitcoms are more than the sum of their parts.
In this episode we explore the history of sitcoms, create our own framework for what makes a sitcom a sitcom, and then play everyone's new favorite game: "Is It A Sitcom?!".
Some shows discussed include:
- Everybody Loves Raymond
- Parks and Recreation
- 30 Rock
- Seinfeld
- The Good Place
- Stranger With Candy
- Rick & Morty
- The Simpsons
- & Many More
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Sapphic Sitcom Surprises: Sitcom Characters Meet a Lesbian
Because It Was On
07/14/23 • 111 min
Episodes Watched for this Episode:
Golden Girls S2E5 “Isn’t it romantic”
Married...with children S11E21 “Lez be friends” (Cut for time)
Roseanne S6E18 “Don’t ask, Don’t tell”
Designing Women S4E24 “Suzanne Goes Looking for a Friend”
All in the Family S8E3“Cousin Liz”
The Nanny S3E7 “oh vey you’re gay” (Cut for time)
Kate & Allie S2E2 “Landlady
Last Man Standing S1E9 "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner"
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Powerless Powerful Women -- Fantasy Sitcoms of the 60s (Part Two)
Because It Was On
01/06/23 • 77 min
Jessica and Zach investigate the common sitcom problem of women with godlike powers giving it all away to be with mediocre dudes.
In this episode, we take a look at what we call "Powerless Powerful Women" these are the women of Bewitched, I Dream of Jeannie, and just splash of The Flying Nun.
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My Mother the Podcast - Fantasy Sitcoms of the 1960's (Part One)
Because It Was On
12/30/22 • 76 min
Can a show about a car inhabited by the reincarnated soul of a man's mother tell us something about changing conservative reactions to media? Can a show about a Martian trying to ensure his roommate's boss' dog finds love tell us something about the military industrial complex? How subversive was The Addams Family really and does intent matter to how we understand it today? Jessica and Zach explore all of this and more as they wade into the groovy waters of 1960's fantasy sitcoms.
Shortly after sitcoms became the dominant fictional comedic format on television, creators began to experiment with the premise. As American society itself experienced significant cultural upheaval in the 1960s, creators had to use inventive metaphors to tell stories reflective of the social change at their doorstep while also skirting censors and conservative studio executives. Looking through the lens of fantasy sitcoms on the 1960's, Jessica and Zach will see how fantasy sitcoms have been used as a tool to tell stories of marginalized groups and where they have significant blind spots born of the cultural context in which they were created.
Shows Discussed:
- The Addams Family, Charles Addams & David Levy, ABC, 1964-1966
- The Munsters, Allan Burns & Chris Hayward, CBS, 1964-1966
- My Favorite Martian, John L. Greene, CBS, 1963-1966
- My Mother the Car, Allan Burns & Chris Hayward, NBC, 1965
- Mister Ed, Walter R. Brooks, CBS, 1961-1965
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02/17/23 • 97 min
Folks the PC Police are everywhere! Or at least people and media figures whining about them. For decades now the term "political correctness" has proven to be a fascinating, amorphous concept where people of a certain political persuasion can dump all of their anxieties and societal grievances. Join us as Jessica and Zach suit up with their Antifa battle gear to go head to head with sitcom episodes rail against this (mostly) imagined enemy.
Episodes Featured on this week's show:
Murphy Brown
Last Man Standing
Toast of London
Roseanne
Peep Show
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FAQ
How many episodes does Because It Was On have?
Because It Was On currently has 65 episodes available.
What topics does Because It Was On cover?
The podcast is about Lgbt, Podcasts, Arts and Tv & Film.
What is the most popular episode on Because It Was On?
The episode title 'Chick Like Me: Boy Meets World's Queer Subtext' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Because It Was On?
The average episode length on Because It Was On is 92 minutes.
How often are episodes of Because It Was On released?
Episodes of Because It Was On are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Because It Was On?
The first episode of Because It Was On was released on Dec 30, 2022.
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