Because It Was On

Our second annual 4/20 episode where Jessica and Zach review a series of sitcom episodes with strong Just Say No messages: Archie Bunker's Place- The Facts of Life- Punky Brewster- Home Improvement- Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

This week Jessica and Zach talk about John Mulaney's short-lived sitcom from 2012! Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Folks, we're talking about private intimate time this week. Can't really say more without the algorithm being mean to us. Shows Discussed: That 70s Show, "Happy Jack Dinosaurs, Dirty Dancing Seinfeld, "The Contest" Friends, "The One with the Sharks" Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Bring your ironic mustache's and cigarette jeans cuz it's millennial week! Jessica and Zach talk about the Millennial generation's impact on sitcoms and sitcoms impact on the Millennial generation. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Happy Valentines Day! This week Jessica and Zach discuss one of the basic bedrocks of the sitcom genres: agreeing to two dates at the same time! Episodes Watched: The Brady Bunch, S4E18: "The Subject was Noses" The Brady Bunch, S5E18: "Two Petes in a Pod" The Partridge Family, S4E6: "Double Trouble" Saved by the Bell, S2E6, "Blind Dates:" Cheers, S4E16: "Cliffs Big Score" Community, S4E8: "Herstory of Dance" Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

This week on Because It Was On Jessica and Zach talk about one of their favorite sitcom characters of all time: Elaine Benes from Seinfeld. Is her character sponge worthy for feminism? Find out! Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Join hosts Zachary and Jessica on a nostalgic journey through the history of Generation X as they delve into the iconic sitcoms that defined an era. In this episode of "Because It Was On," we explore the cultural impact of beloved shows like Daria, Alf, Friends, and 30 Rock, examining how they not only entertained but also shaped the worldview and humor of an entire generation. From relatable characters to memorable catchphrases, Zachary and Jessica reminisce about the shows that Gen Xers grew up watching and later helped create. Tune in for insightful discussions, fun anecdotes, and a deeper understanding of the Gen X experience, all through the lens of our favorite sitcoms. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

We're back, baby! This week we take a look at the history of Boomers as seen through the lens of sitcoms. All in the Family, Family Ties, Bewitched, M*A*S*H, Roseanne, Maude, and so much more! Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Jessica and I got left at the altar so we joined a convent. Will we take our vows and marry Christ or will we return to the podcast life? Find out, next season on Because It Was On. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Zach pulls his birthday card and chooses to do a Los Espookys episode. Los Espooky's is a bilingual comedy about a group of friends in Mexico City who run a business that pulls off Scooby Doo-style haunting hoaxes for members of the community. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

BIWO Nation? BIWOnauts? BIWOpsies. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Check Out Brian's Linktree including his new podcast! Episodes Watched this Week: Fresh Prince S1 E6 "Mistaken Identity" S1 E17 "The Ethnic Tip" S2 E7 "The Big Four Oh" S2 E8 "She Ain't Heavy" S2 E17 "Community Action" S2 E20 "Those Were The Days" S3 E3 "That's No Lady...That's My Cousin" The Cosby Show S5.E13 Mrs. Huxtable Goes to Kindergarten S3.E8 Vanessa's Rich S2. E4 Cliff in Love (pretty sure this is the "make me a sandwich" episode you are referring to. S1.E10 How Ugly Is He? S7.E8 The Infantry Has Landed (and They've Fallen Off the Roof) Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Jessica and Zach discuss Saved By the Bell: Season 3, Episode 26, "Mystery Weekend. Check Out Our Patreon! Jake F: Jake found themself mistakenly elected as the mayor of a small town known for its bizarre local traditions, including the annual "Potato Sack Race to the Moon." Alex L: Alex became a professional life coach, but their first client turned out to be a squirrel who wanted help organizing their nut collection. Garrett M: Garrett's attempt to become a competitive eater led them to a quirky contest where participants had to consume oversized cotton candy sculptures. Chelsea: Chelsea's dream of opening a cat-themed bakery took an unexpected turn when they discovered the local cat population was secretly running the bakery. Tater L: Tater became the owner of a struggling food truck that served only potatoes in various bizarre forms, attracting a cult following. Jessica K: Jessica was accidentally transported back in time to a Renaissance fair where they were mistaken for royalty, creating hilarious historical chaos. Andrew H: Andrew inherited a haunted mansion and decided to turn it into a ghost-friendly bed and breakfast, leading to comical interactions with mischievous spirits. Emmett Anderson: Emmett got a job as a professional thumb-wrestler, but their biggest rival turned out to be a world champion thumb-war champion Gavin T: Gavin's quest to become a master of extreme sports led them to an eccentric sports academy specializing in competitive tree-climbing. Cullen: Cullen was hired as a zookeeper at a wildlife park full of mischievous animals with a knack for escaping and causing chaos. Ridley: Ridley's attempt to build a backyard roller coaster turned into a neighborhood sensation, attracting an array of eccentric roller coaster enthusiasts. Rhiannon C: Rhiannon joined a dance group made up of senior citizens, and they found themselves rehearsing for a competition to win a lifetime supply of prune juice. Sarah R: Sarah mistakenly became the captain of a synchronized swimming team made up of aquatic animals, including talented dolphins and witty sea otters. Stephanie A: Stephanie decided to organize a surprise party for their pet parrot, who had a knack for impersonating famous celebrities, creating unexpected guest appearances. J M: J M got a job as a clown for a children's party, but their shy and introverted nature led to unpredictable and heartwarming interactions with the kids. Amber T: Amber took on a new career as a stand-up comedian at a comedy club where the audience was composed entirely of inanimate objects, including talking mannequins. Lordspider: Lordspider found themself leading an adventure club for arachnids, with activities such as spider bungee jumping and web weaving contests. J Jay: J Jay became the captain of a hot air balloon team with an eccentric crew, embarking on hilarious and unpredictable high-flying escapades. Samson: Samson was mistaken for a superhero and was tasked with rescuing cats stuck in the most unusual and unexpected places, including atop tall bookshelves. James D: James accidentally stumbled upon a secret society of pizza-loving time travelers, and together, they attempted to correct culinary calamities Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

LEMON ICES!!! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon! Our Supporters: This week, Coates found themself trapped inside a massive balloon. James D's new job as a super pogo stick tester had its ups and downs. In a strange twist of events, Samson woke up to find themself's house transformed into a circus. J Jay tried to break the record for the most number of rubber ducks in the bathtub, causing a bathroom flood. Lordspider's pet parrot learned to mimic their boss's voice, causing amusing workplace confusion. Amber T. decided to become a comedian on stage, but they received only a tomato during their first performance. JM got stuck in an elevator with a talking puppet. Stephanie A was mistakenly recognized as a famous chef and was asked to judge a cooking competition. Sarah R attempted synchronized swimming in their neighbor's pool, resulting in a pool party disaster. Riannon C tried to impress their crush by pretending to be a salsa dance champion, but they had two left feet. Ridley's attempt to build a backyard roller coaster ended in a wild party. (This episode was recorded before we started the Patreon, so we will begin reading this on the show week after next. ) Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

It's Spoooooktober! Join Zach and Jessica as they discuss Season 5, Episode 17 of Boy Meets World and all the Freudian hijinks within. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Episodes Watched This Week: King of Queens S3E5 Strike One S3E6 Strike Too S3E7 Stike Out Seinfeld S9E10 The Strike Hey Arnold S1E24b Teachers Strike Spongebob Squarepants S40a Squid on Strike Sister Sister S3E17 Paper or Plastic Superstore S4E21 Sandra's Fight S4E22 Employee Appreciation Day S5E10 Negotiations The Nanny S2E13 The Strike Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Inexplicably we talk about Howard Dean for quite a bit. Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Episodes Watched This Week: George Lopez S2E1 Who's Your Daddy S2E12 This Old Casa S2E19 Secrets and Lies S2E24 Long Time No See S4E14 George Gets Assistance S5E2 You Dropped a Mom on Me Mom S1E1 Pilot S1E15 Fireballs and Bullet Holes S2E1 Hepatitis and Lemon Zest S2E12 Kitty Litter and Class A Felonies S2E19 Mashed Potatoes and a Little Nitris S3E1 Terrorists and Gingerbread S3E20 Pure Evil and a Free Piece of Cheesecake Melissa Harris Perry Open Letter Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Or London, I guess. Episodes Watched This Week Yes, Minister S1,E1, Open Government S1,E7, Jobs for the Boys S2,E1, The Compassionate Society S3, E6, The Whiskey Priest S3, E1 Equal Opportunity The Thick of It S3, E1 S2, E3 S4, E3 Veep S2, E5 Helsinki S3, E9 Crate S4, E9 Testimony S4, E1 Joint Session S7, E6 Oslo Lindsey Ellis's Hillary Clinton Video Margaret Thatcher Skit Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram

Episodes Watched This Week Small Wonder S3E2 Everyone in the Pool S3E5 It's Okay to Say No S3E12 The Bank Job S1E13 Brainwashed S3E13 Oooga Mooga Wizards of Waverly Place S2E26 Wizards vs. Vampires on Waverly Place S2E27 Wizards vs. Vampires: Tasty Bites S2E28 Wizards vs. Vampires: Dream Date S2E22 My Tutor, Tutor S3E8 Alex Charms a Boy That's So Raven S3E10 True Colors S2E18 The Road to Audition S3E13 Art Breaker S3E15 Gettin' Outta Dodge The Good Doctor's Thesis The Harry/Draco Fanfic Support the Show. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon. Follow us on social media: TikTok (this is where we are most active!) Facebook Instagram