<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2104867/open_sms">Send us a Text Message.</a>Jessica and Zach try something a little different and walk listeners through the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the 80&apos;s and early 90&apos;s through the lens of sitcoms.  Each episode they discuss this week is an important time capsule for the public&apos;s understanding of HIV/AIDS from the early days with Mr. Belvedere to A Different World. Shows discussed this week: Mr. Belvedere Designing Women Golden Girls Doogie Howser (We thought it was a sitcom) A Different World<a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/BecauseItWasOn">Support the Show.</a>Please consider supporting the show on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/BecauseItWasOn'>Patreon. </a> Follow us on social media: <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@becauseitwason?_t=8ZZPycFCjsI&amp;_r=1'>TikTok</a> (this is where we are most active!) <a href='https://www.facebook.com/100088949087596/'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://instagram.com/becauseitwason?igshid=NDk5N2NlZjQ='>Instagram</a>

Boy Genius: The Sitcom's Obsession With Special Little Boys

Because It Was On is the ultimate podcast for sitcom lovers. BIWO is like that fancy film podcast, but for people who like to talk about that episode of 'Saved by the Bell' where Jessie gets addicted to caffeine pills. Join hosts Jessica and Zach as they explore the most memorable episodes of beloved television classics. With insightful analysis, Jessica and Zach unravel the social politics tucked into 22 minute TV shows. Tune in for engaging discussions and a nostalgic journey through the zany world of sitcoms.