Susan Olsen, known for her role as Cindy Brady, takes listeners on a captivating journey through her book "Love to Love You Bradys: The Bizarre Story of The Brady Bunch Variety Hour," sharing untold secrets and cherished memories of her time on the show. From working with Sid and Marty Croft to navigating the challenges of being typecast, Olsen's intriguing insights and reflections offer a unique perspective on the iconic Brady Bunch universe.

My guest, Susan Olsen, and I discuss:

-Susan Olsen's captivating book, "Love to Love You Bradys: The Bizarre Story of The Brady Bunch Variety Hour," unveils the secrets behind the show
-How The Donny and Marie show sparked the birth of The Brady Bunch Variety Hour
-The Krofts bring The Brady Bunch Variety Hour to life without Sherwood or Llyod Schwartz
-Many cherished memories of Robert Reed are shared
-The story behind Fake Jan Day and Geri Reisch's role as Fake Jan in The Brady Bunch Variety Hour
-Discover the reasons behind Eve Plumb's absence from The Brady Bunch Variety Hour
-The Brady Bunch Variety Hour leaves a lasting impact on pop culture, from The Simpsons to That 70's Show
-Susan Olsen reflects on being typecast as Cindy Brady
-Susan discusses Cousin Oliver's arrival, played by Robbie Rist
-Susan Olsen's decision not to participate in A Very Brady Christmas
-Susan Olsen discussing reuniting with her Brady siblings in an HGTV renovation show
-Susan Olsen's almost cameo in The Brady Bunch Movie  
-Brace yourself for an abundance of Brady goodness, including captivating anecdotes and behind-the-scenes revelations!

0:00 Introduction
2:34 Susan Olsen on Writing "Love to Love You, Brady's"
5:17 The Impact of the Brady Bunch Variety Hour on Pop Culture
6:02 Sid and Marty Krofft's Influence
7:29 The Genesis of the Brady Bunch Variety Hour
9:49 Evolving Brady Projects and Their Cultural Impact
10:47 The Legacy and Reception of the Brady Bunch Variety Hour
13:21 Robert Reed's Relationship with the Cast
19:25 Dive into "Fake Jan" and the Phenomenon
22:39 Typecasting Challenges and Career Reflections
24:30 Susan's Thoughts on Acting, Directing, and Editing
27:23 Replacing Actors for Specials and Spin-offs
35:11 The Brady Family's Real-life Bonding
40:14 "Blending Christmas" and Working Outside Brady Roles
44:22 The Brady Bunch Movie Insights and Experiences
47:08 Concluding Thoughts and the Continuous Legacy of the Brady Bunch

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