Little House: Fifty for 50 Podcast

Little House: Fifty for 50 Podcast

“Welcome to the “Little House Fifty for 50 Podcast.” This 2024 special event podcast series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the beloved Little House on the Prairie television series and will feature Little House cast members Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler, hosted by the actor, writer and producer of the award-winning series, Livin’ On a Prairie, funny and engaging Little House Super-Fan, Pamela Bob. Together, Pamela, Alison, and Dean invite listeners to join them for nostalgic, insider conversations centered around the people, stories, and events that has made television’s Walnut Grove a place treasured by millions for half a century. In each episode Alison, Dean, and Pamela will reveal different facets of the Little House legacy in conversations with cast, crew, historians and media pundits. For the first time ever, listeners will have the chance to discover the Little House experience as crafted by members of the Little House family of actors. From exploring the cultural significance of the series to discussing its timeless themes of family, community, and resilience, the Little House Fifty for 50 Podcast is a must-listen for fans old and new. Tune in as we celebrate half-a-century of the series TV Guide once described as the “finest family drama in the history of television.” Subscribe and join us for this delightful prairie journey, as we commemorate 50 years of Little House memories, moments, and magic. Little House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Loose Gravel Productions & Peak Moore Enterprises, Inc. with permission. All rights reserved. House on the Prairie® and associated character names, designs, images, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned and licensed by Friendly Family Productions, LLC and are used by Loose Gravel Productions & Peak Moore Enterprises, Inc. with permission. All rights reserved. #LittleHouseFiftyfor50 #LittleHouseAnniversary #LittleHouseFestival #DeanButler #AlisonArngrim #PamelaBob #WalnutGroveNostalgia #ClassicTV #LittleHouseLegacy”

Episodes

May 1, 2025 65 mins
Alison was still in Paris having her Prairie Bitch adventures (with the infamous French mouse) during the recording of this episode, the weather is starting to warm up in NYC, and in exciting news, Dean announces he’s writing a new book! (Yay!!!) Then, we discuss the episode where Alison even hates herself.  That’s right, we’re talking about “The Music Box”, from Season 3—where villainy is real, and cruelty reigns. We’re talking “p...
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Alison shares her Paris adventures (yes, including some rodent encounters), Dean dishes on their exciting new ventures with Prairie Legacy Productions, and Pamela goes on a rant against possums (apologies to the possum lovers out there).

But then—on to the main event!
We’re recapping another standout episode from Season 1: “School Mom”. 
Caroline Ingalls steps in as the earthy and compassionate substitute teacher, helping a student in...
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April 17, 2025 58 mins
We kick things off with a little chat about Alison Balson, who played the unforgettable Nancy Oleson, along with some fond (and hilarious) memories from Dean and Alison. Here's a quick shout-out to Nancy—she brought a whole new level of wild to Walnut Grove! Let’s hear it for a little Nancy love!

Now, cue the bug spray and brace yourself—it's time for The Campout!
An epic misadventure in the great outdoors where the Olesons and the I...
April 10, 2025 69 mins
**Warning**: If you, like Dean, have never read the beloved novel *Little Women* or watched any of its movie adaptations, brace yourself—you may not fully grasp the emotional weight of today’s episode recap: "Little Women"! (Honestly, Dean Butler, how *dare* you!)
In this episode, we meet more characters that we end up falling in love with, only to never see them again (you know, the infamous *Vortex of Special Guests* from the mul...
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April 3, 2025 73 mins
Spring is in the air—even for Alison in France! Hard to believe it’s been over a year since the Simi Valley 50th Anniversary event. It feels like yesterday and a lifetime ago… and we’re still recovering. HA! Today, we’re diving into our first Season 7 episode recap: The In-Laws—a whirlwind of absurd hilarity starring our favorite duo, Dean Butler and Michael Landon. This episode serves up Pa/Almanzo tension in the silliest way poss...
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    March 28, 2025 51 mins
    Alison is still living the French dream, while Dean teases us with hints of another thrilling Little House event. Meanwhile, Pamela cozies up with her puppy as we dive into this week’s recap of “The Collection”—an episode featuring two of the biggest stars of the era, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash.
    This is, without a doubt, the juiciest episode of the podcast we've ever recorded! We reveal never-before-heard details about what wa...
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    March 20, 2025 62 mins
    Grab your kazoos and join us as we dive into today’s episode, "The Voice of Tinker Jones" (directed by none other than Sean Penn’s father, Leo Penn!).

    This Season 1 classic reveals the origins of the infamous bell (is it for Church? Or is it for School?!) that we all know and love. While you might think this is just a "fluffy family-friendly episode," it’s actually a profound parable about children setting a better example than adul...
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    We are beyond excited for this long-awaited episode—one that fans have been anticipating for decades! Today, we welcome the one and only Todd Bridges, who shares incredible insights into his standout Little House on the Prairie episode, The Wisdom of Solomon.

    This powerful episode has stood the test of time, gaining even more popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic—so much so that Snoop Dogg himself posted about it! (Yes, Snoop Dogg...
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    We couldn’t be more thrilled for this long-awaited family reunion! Join us in welcoming fan-favorite Charles Bloom, known to Little House on the Prairie fans as Perley Dey Wilder.

    Charles Bloom has built an impressive career spanning acting and musical composition. As a composer and lyricist, he has made significant contributions to musical theater, writing the book, music, and lyrics for productions such as Pablo—a deep dive into t...
    February 27, 2025 56 mins
    It’s a gloomy day across both New York and California, and it’s the perfect atmosphere to dive into today’s recap of The Plague. A defining episode from Season 1, this chilling installment has haunted both children and adults alike since its debut. The eerie similarities to our own experiences during the Covid pandemic and lockdown are striking...and unsettling. Major kudos to the GOAT, Doc Baker, (the late, great, Kevin Hagen) who...
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    February 20, 2025 56 mins
    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 (an...
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    It’s the day before Valentine’s Day, so we’re celebrating love—Prairie style! Sure, today’s recap episode might have divorce in the title, but make no mistake—it’s all about love. Join us as we break down Laura’s hilariously jealous power moves, Almanzo hitting peak #imaginaryboyfriend status (in the bath, no less), Laura going full Jerry Springer with the prissy Brenda Sue, and Almanzo butchering a love song on the guitar. Let’s b...
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    February 6, 2025 49 mins
    This season, we're mixing things up and giving the fans exactly what they've been asking for. We'll be diving into some of your favorite episodes, revisiting the iconic stories, sharing behind-the-scenes moments, reflecting on fan reactions and observations, and bringing in some very special guests to join the conversation. Get the inside scoop—straight from Alison and Dean—on what was really going on behind the scenes and during f...
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    January 2, 2025 45 mins
    Happy New Year from all of us at Little House 50 Podcast! 🎉

    In this special year-end episode, we count down the top 10 episodes of 2024 as chosen by YOU. Using the top most viewed videos on YouTube, we have created this list. But that’s not all—we’ve included a bonus clip featuring Melissa Sue Anderson and a montage of some hilarious moments to start your year with a smile!

    A huge thank you to:

    All our amazing guests from 2024 who ma...
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    December 19, 2024 71 mins

    Alison, Dean, and Pamela are gearing up for the Holiday Season! Before we take a brief hiatus at the end of the year/beginning of the New Year, we wanted to share an exciting Patreon Live Q&A session from last week with our amazing Patreon supporters. These live chats are always a blast because anything can happen in our casual conversations—and it usually does!Before diving into the Q&A, Pamela reveals the surprising reaso...
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    December 5, 2024 53 mins
    We’ve entered the month of December, which means that holiday celebrations are
    under way and Little House’s 50 th Anniversary year will soon enter the history books – or
    will it? The show premiered in September of 1974, so the Anniversary year rolls on.
    More on that to come in later shows.

    One of the things we’ll remember about this December 5 episode of the podcast is that
    Alison and Dean did it without the support of our very special ...
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    Happy Thanksgiving! The gang couldn’t be more excited to share this special day with you. Today, and every day, we are deeply thankful for supporters like you, our Bonnethead family, who allow us to connect and continue the bond that started with Michael Landon in 1974.

    We’re thrilled to welcome Kathi Von Etten, head of the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, who joins us to reflect on her "year of the Prairie" and share exciting news ...
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    November 14, 2024 56 mins

    Hey, Bonnetheads! Due to travel this week, we do not have a regularly scheduled show.
    However, we're releasing our latest Patreon exclusive for you wonderful listeners!
    Enjoy this heartfelt and very fascinating conversation about Michael Landon - and the bizarre and wonderful Jim Henson twist.

    You can get this and so much more as a Patreon subscriber. Try us out for a free trial!
    We'll be back soon! Prairie On!

    Join us on Patreon!

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    November 7, 2024 60 mins
    Today is a special day here on the Pod--because Pamela is taking the back seat as host, and Alison and Dean are interviewing HER today!
    If you've been wondering who Pamela Bob is, and her connection to Alison, Dean, and the entire Little House family, it is all explained today. 
    Find out about Pamela's background, her love of Little House, and her bizarre and fateful story of meeting Alison. Then, hear about how the idea and creation...
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    If you’ve been wanting a crew member to be on the Pod — today’s your lucky day! We have the wonderful Charlotte Randell Yerke in the studio, telling us about her experience as the dialog coach on Little House. Charlotte was the youngest member of the Little House crew, and her origin story of how she ended up working on the show is truly serendipitous. Other than make-up, hair, and costuming, there is probably no member of the crew...
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