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The Shabby Detective: Yet Another Columbo Podcast

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Columbo
Murder
Peter Falk
Jack Cassidy
Johnny Cash
Corky Romano
Leslie Ann Warren
Publish Or Perish
Dick Van Dyke
Hypnotism
George Hamilton
Eddie Slovik
Eddie Kane
Gospel Music
Troubled Waters
70s Television
Desertion
Mickey Spillane
Parachuting
Ida Lupino

Podcasters Chris Stachiw (The Kulturecast) and Mike White (The Projection Booth) look at the enduring character of Lt. Columbo (Peter Falk) and his creators.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-shabby-detective-yet-another-columbo-podcast--5084441/support.

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As Mike and Chris continue to traipse through the controversial official final season of Columbo with the Shabby Detective returning to the kitchen to face off against Louis Jourdan as a snotty TV chef and food critic who uses blowfish poison to take... more

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Mike White and Chris Stachiw kick off season seven of Columbo with a close look at “Try and Catch Me,” where literary titan Abigail Mitchell (Ruth Gordon) believes she’s engineered the perfect murder—cool, elegant, and legally, uh, airtight—only to u... more

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Mike and Chris dig into the uneasy moral terrain of The Storyteller, a 1977 NBC movie that turns television itself into the accused. Starring Martin Balsam as a celebrated writer blamed when a child’s death echoes the plot of his work, the film wrest... more

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Mike and Chris keep their arms in the car at all times with writer-producer and Rollercoaster superfan Richard Hatem for a wild ride through James Goldstone’s 1977 star-studded disaster-thriller that pits George Segal’s weary safety inspector against... more

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Theodore Bikel
Austrian actor known for versatile roles
Episode: The Bye-Bye Sky High I.Q. Murder Case
Jamie Lee Curtis
Iconic actress recognized for her roles in horror and comedy films
Episode: The Bye-Bye Sky High I.Q. Murder Case
Glenn Stewart
Author of 'Columbo Explains the Seventies, A TV Cop's Pop Culture Journey.' Former radio industry professional.
Bonaventure Press
Episode: Columbo Explains the Seventies
Gina Rowlands
Acclaimed actress known for strong performances, including A Woman Under the Influence
Episode: Playback
Patrick McGoohan
Famous actor known for his intense roles, particularly as Number Six in The Prisoner
Episode: By Dawn's Early Light
Amelie Hastie
Author of Columbo, Make Me a Perfect Murder.
Episode: Exercise in Fatality
Richard Hatem
Screenwriter and provocateur
Episode: Candidate for Crime

Hosts

Mike White
Host and film analyst, bringing in-depth knowledge of film history and critique.
Chris Stachiw
Co-host and pop culture commentator, offering engaging insights and nostalgic reflections on classic television.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • If you don’t love the show, don’t do a podcast about it!

    Listened to the “Try and Catch Me” episode. Not recommended. It’s not for me. I love Columbo, and usually I love the podcasts about the show. But, I don’t need to listen to two know-it-alls pick it apart with their negative “feelings” and whine about how they would have done it better. No Columbo background information provided, not much research or insight into the show revealed, nothing that advances my experience with the show. Anything short of that is pretty much a waste of time. Sor... more

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    1
    OtisSwanson
    United States2 months ago
  • Works for me

    Two guys talking about Columbo episodes- what’s not to like?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pupk1n
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • It’s…

    Fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    francisreader
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    One of the best Columbo Podcasts around. The obsession with if whether 70 or 90 mins long does get a bit repetitive and annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thadius47
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Well worth your time!

    Always great to hear the esteemable Mike White & Chris Stachiw! It’s a joy to go through vintage Columbo alongside these two hosts. My highest recommendation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BellmerGynoid
    United States2 years ago

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Some audiences feel the critiques lack depth and that the negative tone taken in certain episodes detracts from enjoyment.
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The Storyteller (1977)
Q: What did you think of The Storyteller and the message that it's kind of trying to get the audience to engage with?
The film is plotting and sets up for discussion about violence rather than entertainment, encouraging viewers to introspect on media responsibility.
Columbo Explains the Seventies
Q: What can you tell us about your next writing project?
I'm working on a book about television in 1968, exploring the connections between different shows and significant events that year.
Columbo Explains the Seventies
Q: What do you think Columbo could teach some of these modern detectives?
Columbo treated its viewers with intelligence, which made it a smart show. Modern shows could learn to maintain that level of respect for their viewers.
A Case of Immunity
Q: What did you think of this episode overall, notwithstanding the very questionable racial politics of it?
While Chris found it not engaging, Mike believed it was a fine episode with unique character dynamics.
Corky Romano
Q: When was the first time you saw Corky Romano and what did you think?
I saw it in theaters in 2001 and thought it was funny, but rewatching it now reveals a lot of problems.

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The episodes feature in-depth discussions surrounding episodes of the classic detective series featuring Lt. Columbo, engaging listeners with insightful analysis of each storyline, character development, and the creators behind the show. Hosts Chris Stachiw and Mike White share their perspectives on the nuances of Columbo's character, the storytelling techniques employed, and the impact of various portrayals within the context of television history. Mixing humor with critical commentary, the conversations reflect on the cultural significance of the series while exploring themes of morality, justice, and the science of deduction in crime narratives. This podcast serves as both a nostalgic look back at classic television and a contemporary ex... more

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