Making Fun of MacGyver

Mar 03 2025 128 ep. 66 mins 26

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A rib-tickling takedown of our favorite adventure TV show from the 80s, MacGyver! Join Sam & Jeff as they dig unnecessarily deep into each episode of the series and - perhaps - learn a little something about friendship too.

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Jenny's Chance - S5:E16

Mar 03 2025 69 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver organizes an elaborate gambling sting operation to catch the murderer of a horse trainer. Join Sam, Jeff, and guest host, Stu from North Carolina, as they revel in one of the silliest Mac episodes ever! Plus, is it really possible to use a mask and fake voice to change identities? The guys find out!

The Treasure of Manco - S5:E15

Feb 18 2025 58 mins

Toniiight, a friend of MacGyver's is killed in Peru looking for a mythical treasure, so Mac helps his daughter continue her father's quest. How detrimental is the deja vu of this one to its overall quality? Sam & Jeff discuss! Plus, Sam raps/sings some Paula Adbul, and Vern unleashes an explicit verbal tirade on his co-workers after getting a new job. Whoa!

Log Jam - S5:E14

Feb 03 2025 59 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver goes undercover as a logger in the Pacific Northwest to expose the illegal practices of a Japanese gangster. Join Sam, Jeff, and special Patreon guest host, Neal, as they unwrap the plastic from the Twin-Peaksiest episode of MacGyver ever!

Live and Learn - S5:E13

Jan 21 2025 70 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver mentors a troubled teen who uncovers a construction bribery racket. Plus, Sam sings Phil Collins, Claire sends in some Mac fan fiction, and Jeff reveals a painful truth. Don't miss this doubly very special episode!

Serenity - S5:E12

Jan 08 2025 55 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver dreams he’s in the Old West where he encounters Murdoc and Pete who conspire to force Mac off his land. Join Sam, Jeff, & special Patreon patron guest host Krisitian from Drammen, Norway, as they talk cowboy tropes, sepia tones, Phil Collins, and look back... all the way to the year 1990!

The Madonna - S5:E11

Dec 22 2024 60 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver and the kids at the Challengers Club are taught the true meaning of Christmas by a mysterious homeless woman. Join Sam, Jeff, & special guest Claire from NJ as they discuss Mac's only Xmas -themed episode, magic, Catholicism, statue thievery, Billy Joel, and Murdoc's realness! Plus, an encore of the "Have Yourself a MacGyvery Little Christmas" commercial!

Two Times Trouble - S5:E10

Dec 11 2024 62 mins

Toniiight, a singer friend of MacGyver's is plagued by a series of mysterious accidents. How gaga will Sam & Jeff go for Audrey Landers? Plus, a new friend from Vancouver, Steubon, drops by with sightseeing tips; Jeff sings Billy Joel; Mike drops in for reflections on Back to the Future 2; and Sam tries to get Jeff to "stay straight & stay clean" through the power of song!

The 10% Solution - S5:E9

Nov 26 2024 66 mins

Toniiight, MacGyver uncovers a massive neo-Nazi movement within the American political system. Can Sam & Jeff somehow turn this somber topic into a Thanksgiving-themed episode? Their annual call to the turkey hotline might help!

Black Rhino - S5:E8

Nov 20 2024 56 mins

Tonight, MacGyver heads to Africa to save his friend from danger related to the poaching of black rhinos. Will Sam, Jeff, and special guest Heidi from Orlando get a charge out of MacGyver's horniest episode ever? (Sorry!) How shocked & disturbed were they by the rhino scene? And why is the Candyman stalking Heidi? Listen and find out! Music credits: Black Rhino by Royal Blis

Children of Light - S5:E7

Nov 09 2024 58 mins

Toniiight, a Chinese college student shows up at MacGyver's front door and brings with her a continuation of the struggle that began in Tiananmen Square. Join Sam, Jeff, Mitch, and - finally - Archibald from Pittsburgh(!) as they talk Mac's VHS tapes, Orville Redenbacher popcorn, and much more!