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Making Fun of MacGyver

Making Fun of MacGyver

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. Support the show! https://www.patreon.com/c/makingfunofmacgyver/membership

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01:13:43

The Invisible Killer - S4:E15

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/05/28

Toniiight, MacGyver takes a group of Phoenix Foundation employees into the wilderness for a relaxing getaway, but is there a murderous ex-con in the group? Plus, Sam sings a #1 hit from Roxette with bizarre lyrics and the guys seriously gush over Dana Elcar's 2nd directed episode, comparing him to the all-time greats!

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01:06:47

Gold Rush - S4:E14

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/05/20

Toniiight, a US-Soviet salvage operation of Russian gold in Alaska is complicated by unwanted & deadly competition. Can MacGyver make it out alive? And, will Sam & Jeff accept Mac having yet another ex-Russian flame?

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00:58:30

Runners - S4:E13

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/05/10

Toniiight, MacGyver comes to the aid of a teenage prostitute who’s under the control of an abusive pimp. Will Sam & Jeff survive their encounter with "Snakeskin"? Listen and find out!

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01:04:29

The Challenge - S4:E12

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/04/29

Toniiight, MacGyver seeks justice for an ex-gang member, which uncovers a racist plot and murder. Join Sam & Jeff as they review this heavy installment and give their first-ever 10 mullet rating! Plus, Jeff sings Debbie Gibson, the guys learn how Mac was different in Brazil, and Sam gets on his soapbox to defend the Mac episodes with a message.

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01:08:18

The Battle of Tommy Giordano - S4:E11

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/04/16

Toniiight, the young son of MacGyver's co-worker is kidnapped by the boy's father and taken to Canada, forcing Mac into a messy mob-related rescue mission. Plus, Sam sings Paula Abdul, and Uncle Joe Catano comes by, claiming Jeff is his nephew!

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01:37:25

100 Episodes Celebration

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/04/01

Join Sam, Jeff, & Mike as they celebrate 4 years and 100 episodes of Making Fun of MacGyver! There's an epic opening montage, a visit from Vern, and a roundtable chat about the guys' all-time favorite moments.

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01:09:16

Fraternity of Thieves - S4:E10

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/03/09

Toniiight, Pete's son gets caught selling classified information, setting off a game of deadly consequences. Pop quiz: How many butterfly magazines can you think of? Sam & Jeff try to narrow down the lengthy list! Plus, breaking Teri Hatcher dating news, and Jeff sings Paula Abdul, Straight Up!

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01:19:14

Cleo Rocks - S4:E9

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/02/21

Toniiight, MacGyver's pretty pal Penny Parker gets the lead part in a new musical, but could it just be a trap set by Mac’s arch-nemesis? Join Sam, Jeff, and Patron patron Eammon from Philadelphia as they break down this Mac classic! Hear Eammon revive an obscure song, "When I'm With You,"; the guys attempt to set a world record for holding a note; Sam goes topless in his tirade against Penny's "hunky henchmen"; and Murdoc himself makes an appearance with his new talk show. This one has it all

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01:05:22

Ma Dalton - S4:E8

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/02/04

Toniiight, Jack Dalton discovers his long-lost mother is a fugitive, and MacGyver must help his pal save her from multiple pursuers. Plus, a lengthy discussion, about bacon, Sam sings Phil Collins, and Mike debuts a new monthly feature!

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01:14:52

Deadly Dreams - S4:E7

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/01/20

Toniiight, MacGyver helps police pursue an escaped psychopath, who turns out to be a puppet to an imprisoned criminal genius. Is this the most suspenseful episode of MacGyver ever? Plus, Jeff sings "Mr Prerogative," the guys pay tribute to a legendary supporter, and Dr. Zito rings the bell for a bone-chilling appearance!

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00:55:59

The Survivors - S4:E6

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2024/01/07

Toniiight, MacGyver and Pete discover the wreckage of a DEA plane, leading to a life-or-death confrontation with drug smugglers! Plus, Sam sings "Every Rose Has Its Thorn," Simon from Sweden sends a video, and the guys talk about the #1 movie, Rain Main.

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01:09:23

Collision Course - S4:E5

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/12/24

Toniiight, MacGyver is chosen to test a car engine designed by the Phoenix Foundation, but a rival car owner has some dirty tricks up his sleeve. It's a multi-pronged Christmas miracle of an episode: 1) The guys debut their new holiday album! 2) Mike is back for some fun. 3) A new record of MacGyver mentions is set! Join Sam, Mike, and Jeff as they break down this awesome episode of 80s Mac & cheez!

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01:14:27

On a Wing and a Prayer - S4:E4

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/12/10

Toniiight, Pete and a nun are taken hostage by Central American rebels, and MacGyver and Jack must rescue them! Wait, haven't we seen this before? Plus, Sam & Jeff talk The Naked Gun, Baby I Love Your Way, bun-length wieners and more!

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01:11:22

The Outsiders - S4:E3

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/11/25

Toniiight, after a car accident, MacGyver is taken in by an Amish family and steps up in their fight with a construction crew trying to take their land. Plus, the guys make their annual call to the Butterball turkey hotline, and tragedy strikes as Jeff's son falls into a well! Yikes!

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01:08:32

Blood Brothers - S4:E2

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/11/14

Toniiight, MacGyver is haunted by memories of a deadly incident from his youth while trying to prevent his friend's son from suffering the same fate. Is this the flashback-filled episode that finally gets Sam & Jeff to shed a tear? Plus, Jeff sings Bon Jovi, a new listener from Finland writes in, and more!

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00:45:25

3rd Annual Halloween Mactacular

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/10/28

Toniiight, Sam & Jeff go inside the creepy Parker house to welcome trick-or-treaters in their annual audio cringefest! Hear horrible jokes, bad impressions, cheesy sound effects, and listen to Jeff carve MacGyver's face into a pumpkin! It's the spooky season tradition that - for some godforsaken reason - refuses to die!

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01:31:41

The Secret of Parker House - S4:E1

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/10/16

Toniiight, season 4 kicks off with a special Halloween episode (originally aired on 10/31/88!) as MacGyver and his pretty pal Penny Parker are put in peril when they visit a creepy, secret-filled old house! Plus, Claire from New Jersey co-hosts, new additions for season 4, and much more!

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01:19:16

The Exorcist

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/10/01

The “scariest film of all time” is turning 50 years old, and Sam & Jeff are paying homage to The Exorcist with an in-depth recap, review, and ridicule session! Plus, Jeff sings the #1 song from late-Dec 1973, Pazuzu stops by for a chat, and Sam serves up a sinfully good movie/music mastermix to drive out all the demons!

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00:36:42

Take Out or Die In

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/09/17

Toniiight, it's a MFOM first, as Sam & Jeff unveil a totally original radio drama! What would happen if a modern-day MacGyver ran into a vengeful and fresh-out-of-prison Quayle? Find out! Plus, 3 new people are inducted into the Listener Hall of Fame!

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01:02:46

The Running Man

Making Fun of MacGyver ·

2023/08/20

Toniiight, the Summer Refresh series kicks off with a look at The Running Man, from 1987! In a dystopian America, a falsely convicted cop gets his shot at freedom when he must forcibly participate in a brutal TV game show. Can Jeff convince Sam that this is a true Arnold classic? Join us and find out!

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