How We Made Your Mother General Questions | S1E7 "Matchmaker"
May 8, 2025
Alec Lev, the producer and moderator for listener questions, joins Josh and Craig to explore fascinating behind-the-scenes stories inspired by 'Matchmaker'. They share humorous anecdotes about life on set, from forgotten script pages to the notorious candy cart. The trio discusses how Robin's reporting made New York feel like a cozy small town and the origins of the matchmaking plot tied to real-life experiences. They also delve into the phrase 'Tedding out' and reveal their strategies for avoiding spoilers, all while reflecting on the show's enduring charm.
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Life On Stage 22
- Josh describes Stage 22 on the Fox lot as a huge aircraft-hangar set with classic Hollywood history and a high dusty ceiling. He says scripts often ended up under props or in back pockets and wardrobe would flag pages sticking out.
Janet The Script Supervisor
- Josh recounts working with script supervisor Janet Kagan who ran lines from her podium and marked takes with colored pencils. The cast often gathered around her to rehearse right before shooting.
Food, Candy Cart, And Crew Family
- Josh and Craig reminisce about craft service, breakfast rice, and the candy cart that tempted actors to overeat. They emphasize the set became a home away from home with crew relationships extending to families.