The Podcast All About The 80s TV Show MOONLIGHTING
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This episode guide is the ultimate companion for fans of the iconic 1980s series Moonlighting.
Hosted by Grace Chivell and Shawna Saari of Moonlighting the Podcast, the book takes a deep dive into each episode of the beloved show, celebrating its unique blend of screwball comedy, romance, and detective drama.
Here’s everything you need to know:
- Hosts and Experts:
Grace Chivell and Shawna Saari, hosts of Moonlighting the Podcast, bring their expertise and passion for the series to this comprehensive episode guide. - Iconic Show Overview:
Moonlighting aired from 1985 to 1989 and starred Bruce Willis as David Addison and Cybill Shepherd as Maddie Hayes. Together, they played the will-they-won’t-they game better than anyone as they solved entertaining mysteries. Their sizzling chemistry and the sharp, lightning-fast dialogue is what kept audiences coming back. - A New Look at Every Episode:
Chivell and Saari revisit each episode with fresh analysis, offering insights into everything from the quirky one-liners to the steamy on-screen moments. They break down every chase, every pop culture reference, and, of course, every memorable kiss. - Perfect for New Viewers and Fans Rewatching the Series:
Whether you’re discovering Moonlighting through streaming platforms like Hulu or revisiting it for nostalgia’s sake, this episode guide is the ideal companion for your next binge-watch. - Special Contributions:
The foreword is written by Moonlighting creator Glenn Gordon Caron with additional insights from podcast interviews with executive producer Jay Daniel and series star Cybill Shepherd herself. - A Must-Have for Fans:
Whether you’re new to the show or a longtime fan, this book is a tribute to one of TV’s most beloved series and a celebration of what made Moonlighting special. - A Fun, Engaging Read:
Escape back to the 80’s and immerse yourself in this witty and affectionate exploration of Moonlighting, one of the most talked-about, influential series in TV history.
Perfect for Moonlighting fans, this book is an essential guide to reliving all the fast-paced dialogue, zany humor, and romantic tension that made the show legendary.
Crafted by Shawna and Grace, the dynamic duo behind the hit Moonlighting The Podcast, this book is a must-have for any true fan of the show.
- Exclusive Trivia: Shawna and Grace have curated an impressive collection of Moonlighting-themed trivia, covering everything from memorable episodes to behind-the-scenes facts. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a die-hard fan, the questions will test your knowledge and spark nostalgia for this 80s classic.
- Challenging Puzzles: This book is packed with stimulating puzzles designed to challenge even the most hardcore Moonlighting enthusiasts. From crosswords to word searches, cryptograms, mazes and more, each puzzle is a fun, brain-teasing way to revisit your favorite moments from the show while flexing your puzzle-solving skills.
- Unique Insights: Combining their love for the show with their podcast expertise, Shawna and Grace dive deep into the world of Moonlighting, offering fresh perspectives, quirky facts, and fun surprises that will make you feel like you’re right back in the world of Maddie Hayes and David Addison.
- For the Ultimate Fan: Do you know what drink David feeds Maddie in the Pilot? Or which musical instrument was the murder weapon in the infamous episode “The Dream Sequence Always Rings Twice”? Whether you remember every zany plot twist or still can’t decide who had better one-liners, this book challenges you to test your knowledge and relive the magic of Moonlighting.
Are you ready to prove you’re the ultimate Moonlighting fan? Or just add a fun challenge to your DVD or Hulu (re)watch?
With trivia and puzzles that span the entire series, “Moonlighting Trivia & Puzzle Book” offers a fun and challenging experience that will have you laughing, reminiscing, and reliving the unforgettable chemistry of Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd’s iconic characters.
THE PLAYERS
AND THE CONTINUOUS OVERLAPPING DIALOGUE
MADoLYN HAYES
A former model was made famous by her Blue Moon Shampoo ads.
She has now lost everything as her accountant has left the country and gone to Argentina to start a Casino. She has only one business left, her City Of Angels Detective Agency.
david addison
The wise-cracking leader of the City Of Angels Detective Agency. With all his might, he convinces Maddie not to sell her Agency and that they can work together.
This is a common theme throughout the series. The fans fall in love with these two characters.
agnes dipesto
The agency’s loyal and quirky receptionist who always answered the phone in rhyme. The glue that held them both together.
Her character became more popular as the show progressed. Her scenes with Maddie were particularly wholesome.
“DO BEARS BARE?
DO BEES BE?”
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ABC SUNDAY NIGHT MOVIE – FIRST AIRED 3RD MARCH 1985
“BUT IT LOOKS LIKE YOU GOTTA GO HUH DOC?”
YOUR HOSTS
GRACE CHIVELL
Life and Success Coach, Best Selling-Author, Transformational Trainer, and Podcaster.
Grace also co-authored a book (The Road To Success) with Jack Canfield, affectionately known as the No. 1 Success Coach in The States. The book became a best-seller so she was awarded a Quilly Award in Los Angeles and has now been inducted into the Academy Of Best Selling Authors. She has been a long-time Bruce Willis fan since she first laid eyes on him back in 1985 on the TV Series Moonlighting and has followed his career ever since. She has always enjoyed scrutinizing every episode of her favorite TV Shows, especially Moonlighting. As you can imagine, she has watched it over and over and over again as a true fan should!
With already two Podcasts under her belt, “Your Road To Success” and “Conversations With Grace” she decided to reach out to the masses to find a co-host for “Moonlighting The Podcast.”
Shawna Saari was also on the lookout for a co-host for a Moonlighting Podcast. The universe did its “moonlight magic” and the planets aligned, for them to join forces. And the rest, as David Addison would say, “is kismet”.
SHAWNA SAARI
Shawna, a native Californian, was first influenced by the relationship of Maddie and David in 1985, at the impressionable age of 13, and has never been the same since.
Although life has taken her on many twists and turns, Moonlighting has always been something to come back to for the nostalgia, the humor, the heartache, the escape.
She is a dutiful wobbly, contributing to the Blue Moon Community through her creative Moonlighting videos on YouTube and fanfiction stories.
Aside from analyzing the 66 episodes (give or take a few), she is an avid tennis player, loves travel, and cycling, and is an absolute foodie.
She is still seeking her “David” and is currently living in sunny California.