Dear, dear Allison what a wonderful interview with my beloved Michael....I was a crew member on THE WALTONS and also made multiple appearances in episodes...and yes, we still are family. I discovered your show when Judy Norton told me she was going to be on. I love your energy, your enthusiasm, and positivity! Over the years I've seen Michael interviews, this is the best...and although I've known Michael for 50 years...this is the first time I knew that her father was a 'Spy'!....yes, yes...Michael should get on with her book!
That must have been beyond exciting to have been a crew member and have made appearances! I am a 59 year old crazy fan..and can never get enough! Did your charector's played have a a name I could identify with and view in the episode? Thanks for sharing!
@@markpollock9572 Hi Mark, it was a privilege and honor to have been able to be part of the "Walton" family...I am so proud. Funny you should ask about the screen appearances because I can't remember all of them, there were so many....most came about when we got stuck during shooting and needed someone in an instant! Director Harry Harris and director Ralph Senensky used to spring the surprise on me. Ralph Waite cast me in "Founders Day" I think I'm credited as "Music Student" or something like that, what was wonderful was working with Ralph and Dean Jagger (look him up) who played the head in my all-time favorite movie "White Christmas"...you can also see me delivering John-Boys book to the New York publisher who went on to publish it in "The Achievement", then there was an episode where Ike Godsey was mistakenly drafted and I delivered him to the draft board! There were so many...it always surprises me when I see myself...and it brings back wonderful memories. You can google me if you like...john Philip dayton. Thank you so much for commenting Mark, it makes it all worthwhile.
Most child star's voices change so much that you can't recognize them as adults. Alison is definitely the exception to that rule. I love that I can still hear "Nellie" in her voice and inflection.
I have been a pilot, been in combat, and have done theatre - and I was WAY more nervous doing theatre! I would get so nervous during auditions and performances that I would get physically sick. I had to give it up just because of the stress. I met Michael Learned (and the rest of the cast) on the Waltons set when I was maybe 10 years old, and it’s still among the highlights of my life. It’s so fun to see this interview. I’m still a big fan of hers 50 years later.
Michael was perfect for the series as was Patricia Neal perfect for the movie. I always felt that John Boy was her favorite! I guess they weren't that far apart in age. I loved the show then and now and always. I love when Daddy got frustrated with Mama and her Bible! Great interview, Alison.
Hi Alison, thank you for introducing your name because I didn't know how to pronounce your last name. Michael Learned looks great. I loved her on The Waltons and when she left I missed her. I don't think the show was the same. I didn't know she won so many awards even though it isn't surprising. She did a wonderful job.
Please lets Michael know I have 2 cats and a dog that sleep with my husband and I. We sometimes have to sleep in a pretzle position, to sleep around us. You both are amazing thank you for this interview.
Alison, this was such a nice interview. It felt like I was sitting around my kitchen table with two friends that I've known for years. Thank you for doing this! New subscriber here; I can't wait to watch your other interviews!
Hi Allison just found your Channel I'm a new subscriber love both of you. Love both of your shows Little House on the Prairie and The Waltons I still watch it on the Hallmark Channel. Great interview with Michael Learned.
I enjoyed this so much, Thank you. Funny connection to you, Alison. I remember the Totem theatre in North Vancouver where I grew up! My husband always talks about his childhood memories walking over to watch the matinee. Kids would be throwing around their popcorn and making a lot of noise! Loved both of your TV shows as I grew up in the sixties and seventies. What a thrill to share in your happy memories.
Lots of other shows with mothers and fathers with children on them sometimes just the father or mother. June Lockhart was mother on Lassie, also mother with family including husband on Lost in space, she played Doctor on Petticoat junction after actress that played mother of the three daughter died.
Loved this interview! I came to see your show in Austin a few years ago and sat in the first row! It was such a hoot. :). I recently started watching "The Waltons" on Prime from the beginning. I saw it when I was a kid (I was 5 when it premiered in Sept 1972... so 50 years in a few months)... I haven't seen it at all in between except a random episode over the decades. It is completely different from "Little House" which I have seen several times through over the many years. "The Waltons" really holds up well, too. I was stunned at how good it was. I just finished the last episode Michael Learned was on and decided to stop and mourn for a day or so. That's when I found this interview. I just love her! She is the absolute best! I wish she had never left the show and I want to watch "Nurse" now, too. I just want to see every single thing she is in, and I want to read her unwritten memoir! :). Keep doing great interviews... :). It was just amazing!!!
You are so very kind Alison Arngrim nothing like Nellie Oleson .I love The Waltons and the Little House on the Prairie both of them are so extremely great I have all the DVDs of both shows thank you Alison for sharing with us your guest star Michael Learned she was such a wonderful mother on The Waltons. have subscribed to your RUclips channel.
I read a story where Alison was a customer at a grocery store and another customer came up to Alison and slapped her, because Nellie Olsen was SO nasty towards everyone!
Dear, dear Allison what a wonderful interview with my beloved Michael....I was a crew member on THE WALTONS and also made multiple appearances in episodes...and yes, we still are family. I discovered your show when Judy Norton told me she was going to be on. I love your energy, your enthusiasm, and positivity! Over the years I've seen Michael interviews, this is the best...and although I've known Michael for 50 years...this is the first time I knew that her father was a 'Spy'!....yes, yes...Michael should get on with her book!
That must have been beyond exciting to have been a crew member and have made appearances! I am a 59 year old crazy fan..and can never get enough! Did your charector's played have a a name I could identify with and view in the episode? Thanks for sharing!
@@markpollock9572 Hi Mark, it was a privilege and honor to have been able to be part of the "Walton" family...I am so proud. Funny you should ask about the screen appearances because I can't remember all of them, there were so many....most came about when we got stuck during shooting and needed someone in an instant! Director Harry Harris and director Ralph Senensky used to spring the surprise on me. Ralph Waite cast me in "Founders Day" I think I'm credited as "Music Student" or something like that, what was wonderful was working with Ralph and Dean Jagger (look him up) who played the head in my all-time favorite movie "White Christmas"...you can also see me delivering John-Boys book to the New York publisher who went on to publish it in "The Achievement", then there was an episode where Ike Godsey was mistakenly drafted and I delivered him to the draft board! There were so many...it always surprises me when I see myself...and it brings back wonderful memories. You can google me if you like...john Philip dayton. Thank you so much for commenting Mark, it makes it all worthwhile.
Hope to hear more from you and your wonderful comenteries and other details. Your perspectives are interesting especially since you were there!
@@duanebarbic3786 Thank you, Duane...there are times when I find myself thinking "Who cares?" and your comment is inspiring.
Most child star's voices change so much that you can't recognize them as adults. Alison is definitely the exception to that rule. I love that I can still hear "Nellie" in her voice and inflection.
I have been a pilot, been in combat, and have done theatre - and I was WAY more nervous doing theatre! I would get so nervous during auditions and performances that I would get physically sick. I had to give it up just because of the stress.
I met Michael Learned (and the rest of the cast) on the Waltons set when I was maybe 10 years old, and it’s still among the highlights of my life. It’s so fun to see this interview. I’m still a big fan of hers 50 years later.
Two of my favorite characters from two of my favorite shows! Both such great actors. Alison has a fantastic wit. So clever and a great comedian ✌❤
I love Micheal. She help to make The Waltons what it is. Everyone loved to hate Alison’s character. These two shows were the best of the best.
Hi Allison your a amazing actress.Michael Learned is a gifted actress and a neat everyday person.
I grew up with The Waltons and Little House on the Prairie. Both were family and wholesome television programs.
Michael was perfect for the series as was Patricia Neal perfect for the movie. I always felt that John Boy was her favorite! I guess they weren't that far apart in age. I loved the show then and now and always. I love when Daddy got frustrated with Mama and her Bible! Great interview, Alison.
She needs to write her memories! Awesome interview Allison!
Hi Alison, thank you for introducing your name because I didn't know how to pronounce your last name. Michael Learned looks great. I loved her on The Waltons and when she left I missed her. I don't think the show was the same. I didn't know she won so many awards even though it isn't surprising. She did a wonderful job.
I love this interview. So real and interesting:0)
Please lets Michael know I have 2 cats and a dog that sleep with my husband and I. We sometimes have to sleep in a pretzle position, to sleep around us. You both are amazing thank you for this interview.
Snapshots of my Life would be a great title for your book Michael
Alison, this was such a nice interview. It felt like I was sitting around my kitchen table with two friends that I've known for years. Thank you for doing this! New subscriber here; I can't wait to watch your other interviews!
Ladies wonderful interview LOVED both your shows!! What a shocker to find out about MICHAELS dad being CIA wow! WRITE THAT BOOK girl!🤗🤗
Hi Allison just found your Channel I'm a new subscriber love both of you. Love both of your shows Little House on the Prairie and The Waltons I still watch it on the Hallmark Channel. Great interview with Michael Learned.
Wow! Exceptional interview, interviewer and interviewee. Those two are the best! I watched both theirr shows and this is a real treat!
I enjoyed this so much, Thank you. Funny connection to you, Alison. I remember the Totem theatre in North Vancouver where I grew up! My husband always talks about his childhood memories walking over to watch the matinee. Kids would be throwing around their popcorn and making a lot of noise! Loved both of your TV shows as I grew up in the sixties and seventies. What a thrill to share in your happy memories.
Thank you for very nice video I just found this video May10th 2022
Lots of other shows with mothers and fathers with children on them sometimes just the father or mother. June Lockhart was mother on Lassie, also mother with family including husband on Lost in space, she played Doctor on Petticoat junction after actress that played mother of the three daughter died.
Loved this interview! I came to see your show in Austin a few years ago and sat in the first row! It was such a hoot. :). I recently started watching "The Waltons" on Prime from the beginning. I saw it when I was a kid (I was 5 when it premiered in Sept 1972... so 50 years in a few months)... I haven't seen it at all in between except a random episode over the decades. It is completely different from "Little House" which I have seen several times through over the many years. "The Waltons" really holds up well, too. I was stunned at how good it was. I just finished the last episode Michael Learned was on and decided to stop and mourn for a day or so. That's when I found this interview. I just love her! She is the absolute best! I wish she had never left the show and I want to watch "Nurse" now, too. I just want to see every single thing she is in, and I want to read her unwritten memoir! :). Keep doing great interviews... :). It was just amazing!!!
Just found your podcast. I loved this interview! I have subscribed.
You are so very kind Alison Arngrim nothing like Nellie Oleson .I love The Waltons and the Little House on the Prairie both of them are so extremely great I have all the DVDs of both shows thank you Alison for sharing with us your guest star Michael Learned she was such a wonderful mother on The Waltons. have subscribed to your RUclips channel.
This was great, p.s. I loved your book.
a really insightful interview ,thank you
Nurse was a really well-written show. The episodes were very interesting. Michael was excellent in the role As Mary
This was fun to listen to. Love you both..
Miss Michael Learned as Olivia Walton didn't take any guff from ANYONE!
Great interview
How fun! Thanks for this!
Goodness sakes! I never thought of Mrs. Walton as Jeffrey Dahmer's grandmother!
Lo tradujeran en español.
En un capitulo. Me da risa cuando laura les preparo pollo a la canela para nellie y almanzo y lo cargo de picante y luego usted se vengo.
Hi Allison
I read a story where Alison was a customer at a grocery store and another customer came up to Alison and slapped her, because Nellie Olsen was SO nasty towards everyone!