Listen Up!
Overview
Listen Up! aired on CBS from September 20, 2004, to April 25, 2005, presenting a comedic take on the life of renowned sportswriter and media figure Tony Kornheiser. Led by Jason Alexander, who also served as executive producer, the sitcom offered a humorous look at sports and personal dynamics. Although it garnered respectable ratings, CBS ultimately canceled the show on May 18, 2005, citing "rising production costs" as the main factor behind its demise. Despite its short run, the series aimed to blend sports commentary with relatable family scenarios.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Tony struggles to connect with his teenage daughter, who cringes at his enthusiastic personality and his outdated fashion sense. As he attempts to br...
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2
Hammer Time
After Megan misses her curfew, Tony’s attempts to scold her fall flat. Seeking guidance, he turns to Bernie, who recommends applying a strategy of ...
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3
Grandmaster of the Wolfhunt
At the school assembly for Megan and Mickey, Bernie unexpectedly outshines Tony when both are invited to speak. As they share their experiences, Bern...
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4
Cool Jerk
After Bernie’s mechanic suggests that Tony take Dennis Rodman’s Hummer while his own car is being repaired, Tony agrees. However, when the time c...
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5
Quest For Fire
Tony takes Bernie's suggestions to organize a romantic night for Dana, but she seems uninterested in his gestures. Meanwhile, feedback from focus grou...
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6
Mickey Swallows a Bee
During a golf tournament, Mickey accidentally ingests a bee and is rushed to the hospital. While recovering, he develops a fascination with the medica...
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7
The Gift of the Ton-i
When Tony mentions to his wife that his father's birthday is approaching, she suggests he might struggle to find a decent present. Feeling challenged,...
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8
Sweet Charity
After Megan receives an unexpectedly high cell phone bill, Tony suggests she engage in volunteer work to help her develop empathy for others. However...
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9
Thanksgiving
Bernie and Tony sneak away to catch a football game they've wagered heavily on, attempting to keep their gambling antics hidden from Bernie's mother. ...
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10
Mickey Without A Cause
Mickey's disinterest in school and golf prompts Tony to investigate what’s troubling his son. His concern deepens when he discovers that Mickey and...
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11
Enemy at the Gates
Tony urges Megan to get involved in Mickey's upcoming golf tournament, but his frustration grows when she develops a crush on one of Mickey's rivals....
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12
Tony the Tiger
Tony is determined to conquer his chronic fear by confronting a tough bully smoking at a diner. When he politely asks the intimidating man at the adja...
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13
Snub Thy Neighbor
Tony's decision to ignore his new neighbor takes an unexpected turn when he and Dana find out they weren't included in a neighborhood gathering. At th...
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14
Weekend With Bernie
While Dana heads out of town to oversee a monkey relocation from the Chicago Zoo, Tony decides to invite Bernie over to help him recover from his rec...
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15
Inky Dinky Don't
Seeking to combat her midlife crisis, Dana decides to get a tattoo. However, when Tony shares his objections, she challenges him to shed ten pounds, p...
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16
Colon-Oopscopy
Tony is filled with dread upon hearing he requires surgery, but his anxiety skyrockets when he realizes that his new doctor, Dr. Swerling, is an ex-bo...
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17
Tony Whine-Man
When Tony unexpectedly encounters his former childhood tormentor from summer camp, he resolves to host a reunion to demonstrate his growth and superio...
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18
Couch Potato
After Megan's soccer coach Mitch departs, Bernie steps up to take charge of the team. Tony starts to feel inadequate as a father when he observes Ber...
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19
Waiting for Kleinman
Megan is overjoyed to land the role of Gretel in her town's community theater, but her excitement dims when the director casts Tony as Hansel, believ...
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20
Check Mates
The Kleinman family is overjoyed when their neighbors, Andrew and Jane, promise a generous contribution towards the building of a petting zoo for Dan...
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21
Ebony and Irony
Mickey begins spending time with Erika, Bernie’s niece, prompting Tony to invite both of them to the studio to showcase his progressive values to h...
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22
Last Vegas
Tony and Bernie head to Las Vegas to promote their show, expecting a lively "guys' weekend." However, Dana proposes bringing the kids along to celebra...
