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'Night, Mr. Walters!: A Taxi Podcast

TV & Film, TV Reviews

We're heading back to the Sunshine Cab Company for a fresh look at one of the greatest sitcoms ever made, Taxi. Join HP and Father Malone as they delve into each season of happiness and heartbreak for our favorite cabbies.

'Night, Mr. Walters! is part of the Weirding Way Media podcast network. Explore more of our shows at weirdingwaymedia.com.

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Episodes
84
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
46 min
On air since
2022
Latest episode
6 days ago

Episodes

84 episodes, newest first

  1. Episode 84 - Elegant Iggy

    Season 4, Episode 20

    Show notes

    The good news is that Elaine is invited to an exclusive party by one of her gallery's biggest patrons. The bad news? Elaine has to go to the party with Jim. Will Jim embarrass Elaine in front of these important people? Could Elaine even consider going to the party alone, hurting Jim's feelings in the process? And does "speed reading" really work? HP and Father Malone try to answer these questions, and more, as they discuss season 4, episode 20, "Elegant Iggy".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    37 min
  2. Episode 83 - Tony's Comeback

    Season 4, Episode 19

    Show notes

    Tony is inspired by Lucius, a fellow cabbie, (guest star Bubba Smith) to try and get his boxing license reinstated. But when Lucius has to leave to pursue his dream of playing in the NFL, Tony feels unmoored without Lucius pushing him to greatness. Will Tony get his boxing license back? Can he find the strength to follow his boxing dream once again? And how does 60's exercise anthem Chicken Fat enter the picture? HP and Father Malone tackle these burning questions as they discuss season 4, episode 19, "Tony's Comeback".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    38 min
  3. Episode 82 - The Unkindest Cut

    Season 4, Episode 18

    Show notes

    Elaine has a big event she's going to attend, and decides to take a chance on a ritzy, high-priced hairdresser named Vincenzo Seneca (played by future Cheers star Ted Danson). But Elaine is unprepared for how avant-garde the resulting haircut looks. Will Elaine find the strength to stand up to Vincenzo? How does Louie figure into this situation? And just what does any of this have to do with Pac-Man? HP and Father Malone delve into the fun as they discuss season 4, episode 18, "The Unkindest Cut".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    52 min
  4. Episode 81 - Take My Ex-Wife, Please

    Season 4, Episode 17

    Show notes

    Alex's ex-wife Phyllis is back, nursing the wounds of another failed marriage. Phyllis is looking to shake up her life, and somehow Louie has entered the picture. Will Alex intercede with Phyllis and Louie's planned rendezvous? Do Alex and Phyllis still have feelings for each other? And what was up with the 80's obsession with beautiful twins? HP and Father Malone dive into these questions as they discuss season 4, episode 17, "Take My Ex-Wife, Please".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    51 min
  5. Episode 80 - Jim And The Kid

    Season 4, Episode 16

    Show notes

    Tony picks up a runaway kid in his cab, and Jim decides to try his hand at becoming a father. But Jim's idealized notion of fatherhood can only take him so far. Will Jim realize the folly of harboring a runaway? Can the cabbies convince him to do the right thing? And what does any of this have to do with the Bad News Bears? HP and Father Malone break it all down as they discuss season 4, episode 16, "Jim And The Kid".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    37 min
  6. Episode 79 - Simka Returns

    Season 4, Episode 15

    Show notes

    Latka's lost love Simka has come back into his life, and he's determined not to make the same mistakes again. However, Vic Ferrari's ill-timed return threatens to drive a permanent wedge between Latka and Simka. Will Latka find the courage to tell Simka how he really feels? Can Simka resist Vic's oily charms? And what exactly is a styptic pencil anyway? Things get a little rowdy as HP and Father Malone discuss season 4, episode 15, "Simka Returns".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    1 hr 3 min
  7. Episode 78 - Tony's Lady

    Season 4, Episode 14

    Show notes

    Tony takes a side gig as a chauffeur for a beautiful uptown woman named Christina, and faster than you can say "aspirational", Tony starts falling for her. But Tony knows that, just like his boxing career, he's a longshot at best. Can Tony win her heart? Will the rest of the cabbies steer him to success? And how does 'Broktoon' figure into all of this? HP and Father Malone get into the nitty gritty as they discuss season 4, episode 14, "Tony's Lady".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    42 min
  8. Episode 77 - Nina Loves Alex

    Season 4, Episode 13

    Show notes

    There's a new cabbie at the garage named Nina, and she's set her sights on a particularly grumpy Alex. But no matter how hard she tries, Alex refuses to go out on a date. Will Nina break the ice with Alex? Can Alex loosen up a bit? And what are the best and worst TV theme songs of all time? HP and Father Malone try to answer these questions as they discuss season 4, episode 13, "Nina Loves Alex".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    59 min
  9. Episode 76 - Bobby Doesn't Live Here Anymore

    Season 4, Episode 12

    Show notes

    Bobby's back! He's scored a part in a TV pilot, and must make his peace with leaving New York (and Sunshine Cab) for good. Will Bobby finally make it as an actor? How will Louie react to Bobby's apparent success? And why is Jeff Conaway's final Taxi appearance such a basic aspirational story? HP and Father Malone delve into these questions, and many more, as they discuss season 4, episode 12, "Bobby Doesn't Live Here Anymore".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    45 min
  10. Episode 75 - I Wanna Be Around

    Season 4, Episode 11

    Show notes

    Frightened by the current state of the world, Louie has decided to convert the garage tool room into a doomsday fallout shelter. He recruits several cabbies for his prep squad, and they're going to run a drill over the weekend to see how prepared they are. Will they make it through the entire weekend? Will Louie maintain control over his team? And just what is the worst fruit candy flavor? HP and Father Malone dig into these questions, and much more, as they discuss season 4, episode 11, "I Wanna Be Around".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    54 min
  11. Episode 74 - Louie Goes Too Far

    Season 4, Episode 10

    Show notes

    True to this episode's title, Louie has gone WAY too far. He's terribly wronged Elaine, and lost his job as a result. Will he convince Elaine to have mercy on him? Should Elaine even consider that? And when did sequins become a thing? HP and Father Malone delve into these questions as they discuss season 4, episode 10, "Louie Goes Too Far".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    42 min
  12. Episode 73 - Of Mice And Tony

    Season 4, Episode 9

    Show notes

    Tony has a great idea to become a boxing manager, and has even found a worthy fighter at the gym (guest star Ernie Hudson). Will Tony and his fighter go the distance? Can Louie win his bet with Alex? And was calling a remote control "the clicker" just a regional thing around Boston? HP and Father Malone delve into these questions as they discuss season 4, episode 9, "Of Mice And Tony".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    52 min
  13. Episode 72 - Fledgling

    Season 4, Episode 8

    Show notes

    While running an errand for her art gallery, Elaine meets an artist suffering from agorapgobia. Rather than leave him in the hands of qualified professionals, Elaine makes it her mission to cure him of his crippling phobia. Is Elaine out of her mind to risk the well-being of the person in question? Will Alex convince her to abandon this foolish scheme? And who is Mark Blankfield anyway? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 8, "Fledgling".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    51 min
  14. Episode 71 - Louie's Mom Remarries

    Season 4, Episode 7

    Show notes

    Louie's mom is back, and looking for another chance at love with an elderly gentleman she's fallen for. Louie, however, is not happy about the situation, and has threatened to stop being her son if she goes through with it. Can Louie find it within himself to support his mother's second chance at love? Will Louie's mom be swayed by him? And what's the deal with soap-on-a-rope? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 7, "Louie's Mom Remarries".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    1 hr 2 min
  15. Episode 70 - Like Father, Like Son

    Season 4, Episode 6

    Show notes

    Alex's father Joe is back in the picture, trying to mend fences with his son. But Joe is still up to his old tricks, and ends up knowingly dating the same woman that Alex is seeing. How will Alex deal with Joe's betrayal? Will father and son be able to patch things up? And is an empty fish tank a viable home decorating option? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 6, "Like Father, Like Son".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    46 min
  16. Episode 69 - Louie's Fling

    Season 4, Episode 5

    Show notes

    Louie's girlfriend Zena is back! Unfortunately, her friend Emily gets in the way of Louie's planned evening of watching the Miss Universe pageant. What started as Louie taking Emily home turns into a fling, much to Louie's delight. How will Zena react to this betrayal? Will Louie ever see the error of his ways? And will Alex help Louie in his moment of need? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 5, "Louie's Fling".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    39 min
  17. Episode 68 - Jim Joins The Network

    Season 4, Episode 4

    Show notes

    Special guest star Martin Short is a beleaguered network executive whose job is on the line. Jim, leveraging his psychic abilities, gives programming predictions that actually come true. But Jim is not getting paid for his efforts, nor is he even treated fairly. Will Jim ever get the proper credit for his advice? Is Louie's cage a disgusting cesspool of old food? And what is it about old variety shows that we both find so appealing? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 4, "Jim Joins The Network".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    45 min
  18. Episode 67 - Mr. Personalities

    Season 4, Episode 3

    Show notes

    Latka's worsening problem with multiple personalities leads to a trip to see a psychiatrist. But instead of helping, a new personality emerges - Alex Reiger. Not only is Latka a spot-on version of Alex, Latka turns out to be an even better Alex than, well, Alex. Will Latka's personality disappear forever? Will the real Alex be driven to insanity? And why does the actor playing the psychiatrist look so familiar to Father Malone? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 3, "Mr. Personalities".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    46 min
  19. Episode 66 - Vienna Waits

    Season 4, Episode 2

    Show notes

    In a fit of spontaneity, Elaine decides to travel Europe for a month, and she takes Alex along for the trip. However, Alex has deluded himself into thinking that European women will find him irresistible. Will Alex find romance on their vacation? Will the trip live up to Elaine's expectations? And what does any of this have to do with Rubik's Cube? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 2, "Vienna Waits".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    1 hr 3 min
  20. Episode 65 - Jim The Psychic

    Season 4, Episode 1

    Show notes

    Season 4 kicks off with a bang, as Jim has a psychic dream which foretells Alex's death. As the coincidences start to mount, it becomes harder and harder to dismiss Jim's prediction, but Alex refuses to give in to superstition. Will Alex escape doom? How much can Latka incense Tony before he explodes with rage? And who out there remembers chain letters? Join HP and Father Malone as they discuss season 4, episode 1, "Jim The Psychic".

    Father Malone: https://FatherMalone.com
    HP: https://hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com/
    email: hpmusicplace@gmail.com

    53 min