S1E22 To See The World: Know when to Fold 'Em

Everyone's favorite scarecrow is back this week! | NBC

As a late Christmas present, we present you with a lighthearted episode featuring fan-favorite Mr. Edwards and Walnut Grove’s resident scarecrow Johnny Johnson. This week, we learn that Johnny has allowed just-enough book learning to seep into his misguided head to cause trouble. Combine that with his father’s ultimatums on focusing on his chores and schoolwork and Mr. Edwards’ tall tales, and we have a lanky, ginger tornado of cringey-ness.
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Johnny decides he is through with school and is determined to strike out on his own and see the world and a guilt-ridden Mr. Edwards reluctantly tries to set him on the right path back home. In Mankato, both fellows are outwitted and outplayed by a local saloon girl forcing Mr. Edwards and to learn when it is time to fold ‘em.

This week, we also discuss Reverend Alden’s alter ego, the dark and fascinating history of #PutABirdOnIt, and Julie’s love of architecture.

Waste Time With These Links

• Anne of Avonlea muddy cow scene (terrible video quality but classic just the same)
• ​NPR Article about birds on hats
• Creepy, vintage fashion trends (but mostly birds on hats)
• Portlandia's "Put a Bird on It" sketch
• Ode to the crying piano man in the saloon​​

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