Jul 14, 2026

Today, we finally discuss the man, the myth, the chain-fighter extraordinaire Roland "The Gorch" Gorchnick, who claims to have been the inspiration for Fonzie on Happy Days. Do his claims hold up? Peter and Joe have some thoughts.

Jun 30, 2026

In 1976, as Happy Days was cresting in popularity, Donny "Ralph Malph" Most headed into the studio to record his self-titled debut album. Is it a hit or a miss? Is rock really dead? And what do Rupert Holmes and Barry Manilow have to do with this? Peter and Joe will answer all those questions as they review Donny...

Jun 16, 2026

In 1980, just as he was preparing to leave Happy Days, Don Most starred in an unusual little romantic comedy called Leo and Loree. And, boy, did a lot of Happy Days people work on this thing, including Ron Howard, Jerry Paris, and Linda Purl! You can bet that Peter and Joe have opinions about it. 

Jun 2, 2026

A decade before Michael Keaton was Batman, he was Mike O'Rourke, aspiring janitor, in the short-lived sitcom Working Stiffs. The show was co-created by Happy Days alum Bob Brunner, which means we get to cover it on our podcast! Join us, won't you?

May 19, 2026

Before he topped the ratings with Happy Days and Laverne & Shirley, Garry Marshall had the least popular show on television. It was called Hey, Landlord! It's about a landlord.... and this other guy. This week, Peter and Joe will tell you all about it.