Burke on Mayberry

Burke on Mayberry

Dr. Kevin L. Burke discusses the cultural relevance, morals and “just plain fun” embodied by “The Andy Griffith Show.” Dr. Burke provides “behind the scenes” tidbits, discuss insights, and tests your knowledge of The Andy Griffith Show with a trivia question at the end of each podcast episode!

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Burke on Mayberry #85 = The Loaded Goat

September 6, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #85 = The Loaded Goat Running time: 11:33 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘The Loaded Goat’ which originally aired on January 28, 1963, Jimmy the goat creates an explosive situation that gets resolved to the ‘sound of music’ by Barney.” Be sure to visit www.BurkeOnMayberry.com to get the answer [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #84 = High Noon in Mayberry

August 22, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #84 = High Noon in Mayberry Running time: 10:48 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘High Noon in Mayberry’ which originally aired on January 21, 1963, ex-convict Luke Comstock returns to Mayberry to pay Andy a visit. Andy and Luke get interrupted by the “Mayberry Knott-tieing club.” Be sure to [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #83 = Man in a Hurry

August 15, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #83 = Man in a Hurry Running time: 15:01 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘Man in a Hurry’ which originally aired on January 14, 1963, Malcolm Tucker’s visit to Mayberry is unintentional and longer than he initially wanted. However, Mr. Tucker finds the town of Mayberry to good to [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #82 = Barney and the Governor

June 7, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #82 = Barney and the Governor Running time: 10:07 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘Barney and the Governor’ which originally aired on January 7, 1963, Barney “tags” the North Carolina Governor’s car with a parking ticket. Anticipation, expectations, and libations soar, as the Governor decides to visit Barney. Be [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #81 = One-Punch Opie

June 3, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #81 = One-Punch Opie Running time: 12:10 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘One-Punch Opie’ which originally aired on December 31, 1962, the new kid in town has a bad influence on the local boys. Opie “saves the day” (and the boys) by confronting the new kid. Be sure to [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #80 = The Bank Job

May 29, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #80 = The Bank Job Running time: 10:20 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘The Bank Job’ which originally aired on December 24, 1962, Barney Fife (a.k.a. Howie Fike) is concerned the Mayberry Security Bank is not secure. He’s “Barney on the spot” as he helps to cause and foil [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #79 = The Bed Jacket

May 20, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #79 = The Bed Jacket Running time: 11:58 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘The Bed Jacket’ which originally aired on December 17, 1962, Aunt Bee yearns for a bed jacket for her birthday. Andy and “Eagle Eye Annie” make her wish come true. Be sure to visit BurkeOnMayberry.com to [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #78 = Convicts-at-Large

May 14, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #78 = Convicts-at-Large Running time: 9:42 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘Convicts-at Large’ which originally aired on December 10, 1962, Barney (a.k.a. “Al”) and Floyd are captured by 3 female “cons.” Andy eventually comes to the rescue! Be sure to visit BurkeOnMayberry.com to get the answer to this episode’s [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #77 = Opie’s Rival

May 11, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #77 = Opie’s Rival Running time: 11:29 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘Opie’s Rival’ which originally aired on December 3, 1962, Opie begins to resent Andy’s relationship with Miss Peggy and tries to keep them apart. Yet, Peggy and Opie later become “blood brothers” after Andy explains how Opie [...]

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Burke on Mayberry #76 = Floyd, the Gay Deceiver

April 30, 2010

Burke on Mayberry #76 = Floyd, the Gay Deceiver Running time: 10:47 In this “The Andy Griffith Show” episode entitled, ‘Floyd, the Gay Deceiver’ which originally aired on November 26, 1962, Floyd has been corresponding with Madelyn Grayson (his lonely hearts club pen pal) and leads her to believe he is a millionaire businessman. When [...]

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