'Dinosaurs' tried to warn us

Midnight Local

Greg and Meredith discuss the sitcom 'Dinosaurs' and explore various aspects of the show, including its production, themes, and characters. The hosts analyze the dark and satirical elements of the show, as well as its commentary on relationships and societal issues. They also touch on the casting choices and the use of puppets in the series. The conversation raises questions about the intended audience of the show and its meta elements. Overall, the hosts provide insights and observations about 'Dinosaurs' and its significance. They talk about other puppet-based shows like Alf and Zoobilee Zoo. They also touch on the concept of pilot episodes and how they can differ from the final show. The conversation veers into nostalgia and childhood memories, including the experience of watching scary shows as kids. They end the conversation with a discussion about THC cocktails and the potential for a puppet-based show on Netflix.

00:00 - Introduction and Nostalgia for 'Dinosaurs'

03:02 - The Dark and Satirical Elements of the Show

07:42 - The Commentary on Humanity in 'Dinosaurs'

12:06 - The Depiction of Relationships in 'Dinosaurs'

16:11 - Species-Blind Casting in 'Dinosaurs'

18:48 - Is 'Dinosaurs' a Sitcom for Dinosaurs?

20:44 - The Absence of a Laugh Track and Its Effect

22:36 - The Meta Elements and Potential Interpretations

23:31 - Notable Episodes and Impact of 'Dinosaurs'

24:23 - The Green Menace

26:00 - The Simpsons and TV in the 90s

27:50 - Neurodivergency and Aphasia

29:05 - TV Shows with Puppets

32:56 - Alf as a Mascot

35:29 - Farscape and Other Puppet Shows

37:27 - Broadcast Television and Local Affiliates

39:19 - Puppet Shows and Haunted Hotels

44:49 - The Evolution of Pilot Episodes

46:38 - Columbo and TV Movies

47:35 - THC Cocktails and Netflix Pitches

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