We Love Lucy

Is golf a legitimate hobby? Is the True American game in "New Girl" a modern take on Ricky & Fred's rules of golf? Is this just an episode about gaslighting? We answer all these questions and more on today's episode recapping "Golf Game" with special guest, stand-up comedian Annick Adelle.

What would I Love Lucy look like as a modern day reality show? What brought Tennessee Ernie to New York? Are we all wicked city women? The Lucys chat with Marissa Diaz, aka MarissaConQueso, about all of the above and much more on this episode, about "Tennessee Ernie Visits".

How would the Queer Eye guys make over the cast of I Love Lucy? Have we ever made any drastic hair changes? What is Doug's deal??? We're talking all about changes on the pod for this week's episode, "The Black Wig."

How did Fred and Ethel get stuck in Indianapolis? Did this episode inspire a Laverne and Shirley episode of the same name? Is "A Big Hunk of America" Fred's new nickname? Join us this week as we ponder these questions and talk about "The Diner" on We Love Lucy!

Would a modern-day Lucy write fan fiction? Who would the gang be if cast in "Little Women"? Is the Ricardo-Mertz basement the original Escape Room? The Lucys welcome actor-writer-comedian Amy Sullivan onto to the pod to ponder the above questions, and more, on this week's episode "Lucy Writes A Novel".

Are matching pajamas a worthwhile reason to get married? Was the pilot of Broad City inspired by this episode? Do Ethel and Lucy sound like Sims?? We explore these questions and ask a whole lot more during our discussion of this zany episode, "Lucy Is Envious."

Do we all need matching pajama sets? Was the Friends episode where Rachel & Ross do laundry the modern take on this episode? How much are your dollars worth? Join us this week as we count our money and recap "Bonus Bucks!"

Is being nosy just being polite? How would Fred "Eat Pray Love"? How much would you pay for custom Cadillac with a car horn that plays 'Babalu'? The Lucys welcome writer and performer Meghan O'Neill to dive into all the above questions and much more, on this week's pod on the episode "Oil Wells"!

Do any of us know anything about golf clubs? Has Fred Mertz ever had hair? Does a couple that hijinks together stay together? Stand-up comedian Jen O'Donnell joins us this week as we toast (and roast) Ricky & Lucy in another anniversary themed episode, "Sentimental Anniversary."

Is tension our greatest enemy? Is Mr Monopoly the modern Fred? What is a modern charm school? Join us this week as we talk "Charm School" and test out our new charming podcast voices!

Is it "babysitting" if the baby's father watches the kids? How old were you when you first were left home alone as a child? Is "You're The Worst" a Lucy reboot with Fred and Ethel as central characters? The Lucys welcome writer and performer Mel Forrest to explore all these questions and much more on this week's pod around the episode "Ricky Minds The Baby"!

Is dinner with friends really the best time to discuss your finances with your spouse? Was Sacha Baron Cohen influenced by Lucille Ball? Should Ethel & Lucy have given up on their get rich quick scheme so quickly?! We get to the bottom of all these questions and a whole lot more on this week's episode, The Million Dollar Idea!

Can Fred or any man pull off jewelry? Is Jenny Mollen a modern Lucy? What do your dreams really mean? Join us as this week as we welcome comedian Ariana Basseri to discuss "Ricky's Old Girlfriend," these questions and more!

Did you wear garters at your prom? Who would the cast of I Love Lucy be in the world of CLUE? Does Madame X remind you more of the lady wrestlers of GLOW or Marvelous Mrs. Maisel? Explore all these questions and much more on this week's episode, as the Lucys dive into "Too Many Crooks"!

What is the modern equivalent of a mink stole? Would Lucy and the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel be the best of friends or sworn enemies? How many times have they changed the living room setup and where does all the old furniture go?? We are so thrilled to welcome back home decor guru Sarah Effinger for yet another interior design themed episode: Redecorating The Mertzes' Apartment!

Is a bet a good reason to tell your friends the harsh truth? Is Kristen Wiig a modern Lucy? Is Professor Falcone a magician? Find out the answers to these and more questions this week as we discuss "Lucy Tells the Truth," and how we're all about honesty!

What kind of personal hygiene is acceptable at a dinner table? What items do you never leave the house without? Are Fred and Ricky early Twitter trolls? The Lucys tackle these questions and much more in this week's pod exploring the classic episode "Equal Rights"

Is Mrs. Hansen a well known scammer? Do we know Spanish better than Ricky? How do you balance a checkbook?!?! For our season three premiere, we welcome writer Meredith Dawson to the podcast to discuss "The Girls Go Into Business."

SURPRISE SPECIAL EPISODE! Playwright Gregg Oppenheimer and son of Jess Oppenheimer, creator of I Love Lucy, joins us to discuss his new play about getting the show on the air and his childhood at Desilu. I LOVE LUCY: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE SITCOM is playing in LA July 12-15. Use code LAUGH for $15 off any ticket here: https://bit.ly/2uqo6Ir

How does Santa get into the Ricardos' apartment? Is holiday Fred the best Fred? Did Lucy, Fred, Ricky and Ethel rent their Santa costumes at the same store? We answer these questions and more on a special BONUS holiday pod recapping "The Christmas Episode" to celebrate the episode airing in full color Friday 12/22 on CBS.

How do Farmer's Almanacs work? Is Little Ricky a very very large infant? What is the 1950s equivalent of Crossfit? On the second season finale, the Lucys welcome writer/comedian/ podcaster Colleen Scriven to dive into the above questions and much much more, on this episode discussing "Never Do Business With Friends".

How much time should one spend with their landlords? Is The Office’s Michael Scott a modern Lucy? How long is Lucy's rap sheet? We're addressing all these questions and more on this week's We Love Lucy with special guest Kristina Woo.

What would Ethel discuss with her therapist? Where's the best place for trout fishing in the greater New York area? What were Fred and Little Ricky up to all weekend??? We're getting in touch with nature this week as we discuss "The Camping Trip" with writer Ilana Peña!

What's Little Ricky doing to fill his days? Are Lucy and Ethel a couple of Mean Girls? What would Tim Gunn have to say about Lucy's design? All these questions and more are addressed on this week's episode of We Love Lucy, with the returning guest, comedy writer Sarah Effinger.

How did Sylvia break her tooth? Is Eddie Grant TV's first antihero? Would you buy negligees from a traveling salesman? This week, we're answering these questions and more as we recap "Lucy Is Matchmaker."

Where did Lucy get all those toys and what's the store's return policy? Would we pay our friends $200 to hang out with them? What will Little Ricky's first hijink be? Join in on the fun as we discuss this week's episode "The Ricardos Change Apartments!"

What is the best position to sleep in? Are Laverne and Shirley Lucy and Ethel as roommates? How would Mrs. Porter do on a cooking challenge? We've got all these questions and much more with the very funny Danielle Calvert on to discuss "Lucy Hires A Maid"!

What's our stance on ordering milk at a restaurant? Did this episode start the 'can't decide on a restaurant' trope? What's Fred really warning Ricky about in the hallway? This week, we're talking about "Lucy Changes Her Mind," answering all these questions and more!

Is Fred the GOAT or just a fat old goat? Is it even possible to get a black eye from a book in the face? Who is Fred MacMurray and how do we get him to send us flowers?!?! Join us as we discuss this week's dark but comedic episode "The Black Eye"!

Was Ricky the original Trololo man? How much is the right amount to spend on a vacuum? Would modern day Lucy be super into informercials? The Lucys tackle all these questions and more on this week's episode, discussing "Sales Resistance" with Sarah Hayden.

Was Ethel really calling the doctor during those "labor rehearsals"? Was Full House inspired by this episode for Aunt Becky's labor? Is Ricky's costume for the show problematic? This week, "Lucy Goes to the Hospital" and we're talking about all this and more!

Could I Love Lucy be the original Truman Show? What exactly goes on at an art critics meeting? Has Fred always dreamed of being a model? This week we get artsy with special guest Christina Brosman as we discuss "Lucy Becomes a Sculptress"!

Just how famous are the Ricardos? Will Ricky learn to feed himself? How will Lucy's pregancy affect her disguises and hijinks? This week the Lucys discuss all this and more in a conversation around "Ricky Has Labor Pains".

Is a note the best way to tell your partner you're expecting? Did Ethel and Fred's fight over naming rights inspire the Phoebe/Phoebo moment from Friends? Does Ricky sing too much in this episode? Y / N It's a BONUS POD! This week, we welcome writer Amy Reed to the podcast while we recap "Lucy is Enceinte," not available on our traditional platforms. *Per CBS and Philip Morris regulations, the word "pregnancy" has been bleeped.

Have Fred's pants hit a record high? How did Ethel manage to wallpaper herself inside the closet? Is this just more proof that she's actually a witch?! What in the world is a party line and how can we get one? Sarah Effinger joins us to recap all the interior design drama in this week's episode "Redecorating."

Was the Friends pivot scene inspired by Lucy and Ricky moving the TV in this episode? How would the gals figure into the world of Handmaid's Tale? Does Ricky have a long history of trouble with the law? This week we talk gauche gifts, sanctioned perjury and much much more on this week's discussion around "The Courtroom" episode.

Are Lucy and Ethel witches? Is Norm from Cheers the modern(ish) Fred? Did this episode start the stuck on the roof trope? We’re talking about all of the above and more with this week’s guest, comedian and actress Lily Sullivan as we explore “Vacation from Marriage."

Where did formal hats go? Is Broad City’s Abbi Jacobson a modern Ethel Mertz? Did William Frawley pitch this episode as a personal showcase? Find out the answers to these and more questions on this week’s We Love Lucy when we discuss “The Operetta"!

Is there anyone who hasn't seen Lucy & Ethel's conveyer belt scene? Are Lennon Parham and Jessica St. Clair a modern Lucy and Ethel? Why did Fred think icing gets baked into a cake?!? We Love Lucy is back with Season 2 discussing the best-known Lucy episode, "Job Switching" aka the Chocolate Factory one featuring a guest appearance by actor and director Alison Rich!

What job would Ricky Ricardo have in 2017? What is a quick change artist? Should Lucy be a motivational speaker and life coach? In this week's season 1 finale of We Love Lucy, the Lucys delve into all these questions and more. Take a listen!

How did that stocking fit on Ricky's head? Is Rachel Bloom's Crazy Ex-Girlfriend a modern Lucy? Should Lucy be solving all her problems with low-level pranks? Join us this week to answer these questions and more as we discuss "Ricky Thinks He Is Getting Bald" featuring a guest appearance from writer and actress Jessica McKenna!

What is and is not appropriate attire to wear to the movies? What is a normal amount of time to spend in the tub? What would a bunch of modern Lucys do with an extra hour every day? All these questions and more are packed into this week's episode around "Lucy's Schedule", featuring a guest appearance from stand up and writer Alesia Etinoff!

Is Vitameatavegamin the original green juice? Where in the world is our girl Ethel?! How drunk will we get over the course of this episode? Find out this week as we welcome two very special guests, Keryl Brown & Jamie Tunkel of the Drinking Biddies podcast, and we play a drinking game while discussing the classic episode, Lucy Does a TV Commercial!

Have we ever stolen anything? Should Ricky light fires in July? Is Ariel from the Little Mermaid a kleptomaniac or a hoarder? Find out this week on We Love Lucy where we discuss "The Kleptomaniac."

What constitutes gossip? Is Lucy perhaps the greatest charades player of all time? Does anyone ACTUALLY like melon?! Get in on the conversation in a brand new episode of We Love Lucy where we gab about "Gossip."

What could Fred say that finally makes Ethel truly angry? What would you save if your house was burning down? When it is appropriate to order a small grape juice with ice? The Lucys ponder these questions and more over the episode "Fred and Ethel Fight".

How much snooping is allowed when new neighbors move in? Who shot first - Fred, Lucy or Ricky? Was the Seinfeld series finale inspired by this episode of ILL? Find out the answers to these questions and others on this topical recap episode of "New Neighbors!"

How has dating changed since the 1950s? Is 2017 the year the bustle finally makes a comeback? Will we ever think of Ricky the same way after he exhibits some... concerning behavior in this episode? We ask (and answer) all the big questions during our discussion of "Lucy Plays Cupid."

Who in the Lucy gang can dance? Forget being a Carrie or a Samantha, are you a Ricky or an Ethel? Which modern sitcom couple gets the honor of being called #modernlucys? Thanks to "The Adagio", all these questions and more are explored this week!

What are the rules on modern correspondence? Is Red Forman from That 70s Show a modern Fred Mertz? Have we ever been to a surprise party? Find out on the latest episode of We Love Lucy!

Who actually wears the pants in the relationship -- Lucy or Ricky? Is it time for fascinators to make a comeback? Who IS Fred really?? Find out in our first episode of 2017 where we discuss "The Fur Coat"!

Is Ethel actually a witch? What New Age trend will the girls get into next? If you were a ghost, how would you want to visit from the great beyond? Explore all these questions and much much more in this week's spooky conversation around Episode 1.07 The Seance.

What would you do for $1,000 or $9,641? Who's the better host - Freddy Fillmore or Steve Harvey? Is Grace Adler a 21st Century Lucy? Tune in to get our answers to all these questions as we explore the fifth episode of I Love Lucy, "The Quiz Show."

Did Jess Day from New Girl take inspiration from Lucy & Ricky's matching PJ sets? What would a modern version of this episode look like? Is it ever a good idea to roofie your wifey? Find out as we discuss the first filmed episode of I Love Lucy, "Lucy Thinks Ricky is Trying to Murder Her."

Did Fred get dressed in the dark? Is Liz Lemon a 21st Century Lucy? Are Lucy and Ricky the ultimate #goals? Explore all these questions and more on this episode discussing the first aired episode of I Love Lucy, "The Girls Want to Go to a Nightclub".

We Love Lucy is a podcast exploring feminism, television, and comedy through weekly discussions of episodes of the groundbreaking television show "I Love Lucy" and the woman behind it all, Lucille Ball. Brought to you by Allison Wierema, Corinne Eckart and Molly Lyons.