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ALF
Pantomime Posters
Chris Quinten
Los Angeles, United States
Alfsplaining
Alf (TV Show)
Elvis Presley
Tonight Show
Jess Conrad
Woodstock
Pantomime
Season 3
Ashton-Under-Lyne, United Kingdom
We're In the Money
Cyrano De Bergerac
Culver City, United States
Germany
Dick Van Dyke Show
Nostalgia
London, United Kingdom

An episode by episode love letter to the 1980s sitcom ALF from a British perspective with Ben Baker and John Matthews.

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Latest Episodes

"After another visit from Larry, ALF subjects the Tanners to a barrage of unwanted psychoanalysis"

Yes, the Melmacian Mind-Mangler has a new obsession of the week - which does not go unnoticed for once - and it is analysing the Tanner family. But oh... more

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"Using Willie's home computer, ALF discovers and becomes addicted to making stock-market deals."

Remember when being online seemed like a good idea? Us neither but its ALF's window to the outside world - and all of its lovely money. Frankly everythi... more

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"ALF is worried about Willie when a criminal resembling him is profiled on a crime-stopper TV show."

As we've discovered over three seasons, Willie Tanner is a lot of things but could he be a bigamist swindler? That's the question on everyone's lips... more

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"ALF is accidentally photographed by a tabloid photographer."

Or is that a lie? Well, no but it does bring up a trope that has plagued us since episode one - how does nobody notice ALF sticking his hooter through the kitchen portal every single epis... more

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David Alan Grier
Actor and comedian who appears as an FBI agent in the episode.
Episode: Wanted: Dead or Alive
Josh Blake
Actor who played Jake Ochmonek on ALF
ALF
Episode: Josh Blake Interview
Paul Fusco
Voice of ALF (intro), guest on episode
ALF (franchise)
Episode: Torn Between Two Lovers
David Ogden Stiers
Actor who portrayed Flakey Pete in ALF
ALF series (guest role)
Episode: Turkey In The Straw (Part Two)
Michael Day Barr
Guest star in the episode, described by the hosts as an established actor with a varied career
Actor
Episode: Promises, Promises
Charlie Mason
Respected TV critic and top songwriter
Episode: Tonight Tonight
Mike Rees
Writer on ALF episode; discussed jokes and production
Episode: Tonight Tonight

Hosts

Ben Baker
Host of ALFsplaining with a long-running presence on ALFsplaining-related content; central figure in episode-by-episode discussions.
John Matthews
Co-host of ALFsplaining; frequent collaborator on episode analyses and guest segments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • These were the days.

    A must for any ALF fan—past, present, or future.

    A great show packed with fun facts and hilarious Willie Tanner impressions that never get old. Keep up the great work, guys! 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lewarren
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Excellent podcast. Put it in your ears.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Vicky
    a year ago
  • FUN

    FUN

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RealTimNJ
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fun

    Podcast Addict
    5
    sean270674
    2 years ago
  • Excellence in a podcast

    Only happens once in a lifetime

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robmanuel
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Nostalgia-heavy yet insightful, with solid trivia and guest insights.
Well-edited and easy to listen to during commutes.
Chemistry between hosts is consistently strong and engaging.
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Q: Hello, Vicky asks whether ALF minds being called ALF instead of Gordon, and whether he likes the nickname.
The hosts recall that in external media he is said to enjoy the nickname, though the show itself does not explicitly confirm this; they suggest he may prefer it over his real name but admit it's not definitively stated.

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Two British hosts share a affectionate, conversational look at an 80s alien-family sitcom, mixing episode-by-episode analysis with broad nostalgia, pop culture references, and clever banter. Highlights across recent episodes include deep dives into guest moments, production quirks, and creative reboots or spinoffs, all anchored by rapport between the hosts and a playful, self-aware tone. This show stands out for its enthusiastic, trivia-rich style, cross-era references, and a steady blend of fandom with practical content for fans and sponsors alike.

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