Jerry Mathers "Leave it to Beaver" Behind the Scenes interview!

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John Cato and Bob Bergen have a terrific time chatting on-screen with Jerry Mathers "The Beav"! Leave it to Beaver was one of the first primetime sitcoms to portray an average American family life. Although the show ended its original run in 1963, it has remained popular in syndication and has been referenced often in pop culture. John and Bob had a blast discussing some of the behind-the-scenes moments from the show's six-season run. Jerry Mathers was just eight years old when he auditioned for Leave it to Beaver, and he went on to star in all 234 episodes of the series. Hugh Beaumont, who played Beaver's father Ward Cleaver, was actually a ordained minister in real life. Get ready for more, because it's a fun one with "The Beav"!
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00:00 Introduction
06:17 Leave it to Beaver stories based on real life experiences
11:06 Jerry's relationship off set with the other cast members
12:52 Barbara Billingsley wore high heels for a reason
13:57 Jeery audition process for Leave it to Beaver
19:57 Jerry's relationship with Alfred Hitchcock
27:45 Jerry's Mom was on the set
33:07 The new Leave It to Beaver
36:56 Jerry goes to high school and Tony goes to college
41:39 Jerry's feeling for his fans

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@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching my channel! If you enjoyed this video, please LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to my channel. I have fun talking about television from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s television shows and often with the stars of the shows..

@achriscilley3965 7 ай бұрын

Jerry you are still Beaver to your fans. I watch and tape the show. One of my favorites is the billboard. The show still brings warm ness to my heart. Back when it was filmed the world was a different place. It gives me hope that no matter what is on the other side of the door, there are still places like that on earth. You look good and still seem to be innocent and child like. Thanks for taking the time for the interview, you are still a legend.

@ThatsClassicTV 7 ай бұрын

Beautifully said, I think that is definitely part of the charm of Leave to Beaver, it’s timeless😀

@clamshell6863 2 жыл бұрын

Jerry Mathers is the kind of guy you just want to give a hug to when you first see him. Because, he is so adorable and genuinely sweet!

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you, he is just naturally a nice guy. Thank you for your comment. Please subscribe if you haven't already, we have more episodes on the way:)

@dennisbrock1435 7 ай бұрын

Gee Beav...A classic phrase for a classic show , thanks a lot for the interview Leave It To Beaver one of my favorite child hood shows.♥

@ThatsClassicTV 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure Dennis, Jerry is definitely the Beav😀

@jamesdamico9284 5 ай бұрын

Just an incredibly well written and well acted show that still holds up today

@ThatsClassicTV 5 ай бұрын

I agree James and it still makes me laugh😀

@shannonsmith1520 2 жыл бұрын

Jerry is an American Treasure ♥️

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your feedback!!

@BalderThor1086 2 ай бұрын

I wasn't born yet for the original series. I was a kid in the early 80's so I watched re-runs, but I do remember the reunion series "Still the Beaver". I can't believe so many of them are dead now, Eddy Haskell, Wally, Lumpy. So sad. Great interview.

@12Gaile 26 күн бұрын

Wonderful interview with Jerry. Fun hearing his many stories. I forgot he was in Trouble With Harry. He played Shirley McLaine's son. Such a funny movie. 😂

@ThatsClassicTV 26 күн бұрын

Thank you, he is the Beav! I will have to check out Trouble with Harry again for sure😀

@scottsimpkins9993 Жыл бұрын

I’m 46 from the uk and come across leave it to beaver by mistake .. I absolutely love the show it’s so real so pure and honest shame tv isn’t the same .. 🙏🇬🇧

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

First of all, thanks for watching from the UK! I love England! Leave it to Beaver is just iconic for its time. It is still wonderful to watch! Check out my other interviews on my channel as some of the shows may have been on in the UK😀

@gailreese4102 9 ай бұрын

Loved this! (Have had the pleasures of meeting Jerry Mathers several times over the years, at autograph shows. Always tell him that "Mrs. Cleaver has nice children." And, they always were! Ken Osmond, too!)

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

I know and when you meet Jerry you really see why he was perfect as the Beav😀

@tialafontant5097 2 жыл бұрын

This was a True TREASURE!!! LOVED seeing the Beave :) :) It is so AWESOME to see how GREAT his LIFE has been, and his love for the Show and the FANS is simply Wonderful...THANK YOU, I AM LOVING THIS PODCAST!!!

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tia, truly appreciate your support and kind words. You are welcome. Jerry is a treasure! Please subscribe to my KZfaq channel as more great interviews are coming up😃

@mrsteveinsandiego 2 ай бұрын

One of the best tv shows ever!

@ThatsClassicTV 2 ай бұрын

Not a doubt about it😀

@hyperspazz8082 5 ай бұрын

The show comes on here at 6am and I get up and watch the two episodes that are aired. The whole cast and crew is just timeless and still remains one of my all time favorite shows. Beaver still look good. I would LOVE to meet him. He is an absolute treasure, and an incredible person.

@ThatsClassicTV 5 ай бұрын

Awesome, kind of a fun time of day to watch Leave it to Beaver.😀Jerry is such a nice guy, I have met him in person and he is very genuine.

@hyperspazz8082 5 ай бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV Lucky you. are there other cast members that are around today? i know the mom and dad are gone and his brother are gone. Thanks ahead of time.

@ThatsClassicTV 5 ай бұрын

@@hyperspazz8082 Thank you, Jerry was so fun. I have met him in-person since the interview and he is so genuine. Luke Fafara "Tooey Brown" is still around and I have reached out to interview him but nothing yet.

@hyperspazz8082 5 ай бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV He's gotta be pushing 80? I remember that little blonde kid. Whatever happen to Judy isn't it? The one that was mean to Beaver and others?

@cdgates1 23 күн бұрын

@@hyperspazz8082Judy is a realtor in California

@RMatra 9 ай бұрын

What a great life Jerry had exploring the lots and fishing the pond.

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

I am so with you, that had to have been such a fun time for a kid. I would have loved to have seen what it looked like on the lot then.

@brendastone3610 9 ай бұрын

I can’t get enough of these classic show interviews! They are WONDERFUL! Thank you!

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

Happy to hear Brenda😀Enjoy and more are coming!

@islandgirl8404 8 ай бұрын

Love this interview… still watch Leave It To Beaver every morning with my cup of coffee ☕️ ❤

@ThatsClassicTV 8 ай бұрын

Thanks a bunch, Leave it to Beaver is timeless😀

@charlesbelflower9546 9 ай бұрын

One of the best Jerry interviews I'v'e heard!

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Charles. Jerry was so kind and fun during our interview. He is an icon and carries on the legacy of the Beav so well.

@jerryeicher6580 Жыл бұрын

Leave it to Beaver was part of my daily routine. I grew up watching Jerry Mathers grow up. He spent some time at WOWO Fort Wayne, radio station and I caught all of his interviews. Thanks for taking the time and making the effort.

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

That is very cool that Jerry was in Fort Wayne for that and you both share the same name as well! My pleasure to share it with you. Jerry was a thrill to interview and he didn’t disappoint in any way, just a great guy. Hope you enjoy some of the other celeb interviews on my channel!😀

@stephenfricke9298 Жыл бұрын

Epic show. Born in 1956, saw every episode... Iconic and it was so well done for this classic time period

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

I think that is why it still lives on so strong today

@richardbalch4679 Жыл бұрын

Hey brother! ‘56. I was in Portland Oregon… still I never for i com able in that house. From there until I saw first G.T. 500 in Portland dealership. The best thing of my life! How about you?!

@nkingsley 2 жыл бұрын

A great interview of the star of one of my favorite shows. Thanks for the informative entertainment you are providing!

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Neil, always appreciate your feedback. Jerry is just a very nice guy who not only embraces his "Leave it to Beaver" role but really is just the ultimate representative of the show. So glad you enjoyed it and happy to bring it to you.

@karenroy9045 Жыл бұрын

What a nice interview.

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

Thank you Karen, I was always a fan of Jerry’s and he did not disappoint 😀

@frankofva8803 2 жыл бұрын

Jerry Mathers always gives terrific interviews. I always loved Hugh Beaumont’s Ward Cleaver. He reminded me of my father who passed away when I was eleven years old. Your interviews are outstanding and true treasures. Thank you so much.

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Frank, that makes our day. Wishing you the best and thrilled you are enjoying the podcasts. Hugh Beaumont played an incredible father so I am sure your Dad was special. Please subscribe as we working on other episodes to come...

@frankofva8803 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV I can’t wait. (Erin Murphy was awesome. Next time please ask her about Larry White). Best wishes from Virginia.

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

@@frankofva8803 If you are referencing David White who played Larry Tate, she does talk about him at one point in the interview. Also, make sure you check out Erin's first Bewitched podcast with me that will be listed on my KZfaq Channel page:)

@frankofva8803 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV I will rewatch. I have some hearing challenges so I’m sure I missed it. And I will check out your other interview. I’m so happy I came upon your channel. Have a great weekend.

@petegrasso7012 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the show Leave it to Beaver. John Cato and Bob Bergen host a great podcast with Jerry Mathers. I learned a lot of insights about The Beaver and the other characters. Excellent and loose banter! Great Podcast. Looking forward to the next one! ,

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch Pete! Bob and I had a great time talking with Jerry. What a nice guy. I loved the stories as well. He made me bust a gut at the end of the interview as well:) Thanks for your terrific feedback and compliments. Thanks for being a subscriber!

@DRaymore44 2 жыл бұрын

I remember watching an episode of Bewitched where Jerry's brother Jim Mathers played a guest role on that show. I thought they were twins when they were younger, but they were born in different years. Their resemblance is uncanny. Jim Mathers had a chance to work with June Lockhart as his mother on that particular episode. It looks like Jim moved on as an actor, but he is a cinematographer and a director of photography for different productions.

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome facts on Jerry's brother that I did not know. Really amazing and in the end they were both very successful as well. Thanks David!

@marthadoody 9 ай бұрын

Another great interview. LITB is just a great show. My brother idolized Wally. These shows are how shows should be, without the garbage. Obviously this is why this show and others of their time have such staying power. Solid, decent shows will always be the best. Jerry, thank you for your legacy.

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Martha😀I completely agree, LITB is ageless and it just takes you back to such a special time. Jerry really carries on the legacy of the show with class. Thanks cool about your brother, I bet there were a lot of guys who thought the world of Wally.

@sharoncurry6071 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching Leave it to beaver the actors are awesome Rest In peace to those who passed l watch leave it to beaver on metv awesome family tv show thank you all for the awesome memories I will always cherish them your friend Sharon L Curry from Decatur Illinois

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

That was very nice to hear Sharon. Leave It To Beaver will go on for a long time to come, it is just a great show. Glad the interview brought back great memories😀

@GuyanaCapital-qr3wg 8 ай бұрын

Yayyy! It’s beaver !

@ThatsClassicTV 8 ай бұрын

Glad you found my channel, enjoy the Beav!

@robertplant3907 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic episode again. Keep them coming!

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert. Glad you enjoyed it! More will be coming late July/August.

@duaneputnam6928 Жыл бұрын

It was a show a lot of times about growing pains through a kids 👀 eyes which was so cute for grown ups but relatable on a child’s level. Loved by the old and young audiences ❤

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

Pretty much says it all👍

@debrareplogle651 11 ай бұрын

Thank You for this interview, Jerry is so much fun and such a nice guy 😊❤

@ThatsClassicTV 11 ай бұрын

Your welcome, Jerry is just as sweet as the character he played😀

@gerrydooley951 10 ай бұрын

I would have to say that I Love Lucy is the longest running show in tv history

@ThatsClassicTV 10 ай бұрын

I think you’re right😀

@marthamagruder3698 Жыл бұрын

That was a fun interview!

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

Thanks Martha, so glad you enjoyed it. I believe you are already a subscriber but if not please do so you are notified when I release a new episode 😀

@marthamagruder3698 Жыл бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV yes I'm definitely a subscriber. I love the interviews you have done so far! Classic TV shows are the best!

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

@@marthamagruder3698 Awesome, thanks, love to hear that.

@carmencoburn1869 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber! I came here after watching "Still the Beaver" again - grew up watching "Leave it to Beaver" one of my favourite shows of my childhood. Would love to buy a "Beaver" lunch box! Loved this interview! ❤

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

Well thank you so much❤️Thrilled you found my channel. Jerry was so genuine and just a kind person. Enjoy the interviews. There are more great ones coming. Thanks for being a subscriber!

@kingforaday8725 2 жыл бұрын

I could always identify with this show as Im about the same age as Jerry Mathers. It wasnt hard to see myself in his situations.

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

I think that is why it has continued to go on and on. You must have had a great childhood:) Please subscribe if you haven't already so you are notified when my next episode is published. Some great ones are on the way.

@scottsimpkins9993 Жыл бұрын

P.s Hugh looks like my grandad nice to watch

@wb3381 8 ай бұрын

Why did they change the intro theme in season 6

@ThatsClassicTV 8 ай бұрын

I don’t know but maybe a fan will respond with the info😀

@georgewashington3012 Жыл бұрын

Great interview. How do you get these interviews - just ask or do you pay a fee?

@ThatsClassicTV Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. It is a mix of connections through the years and being in the entertainment industry. Hope you become a subscriber 😀

@nancyericson4263 9 ай бұрын

Does Jerry know the singer Tony DeFranco? He is a successful real estate developer.

@ThatsClassicTV 9 ай бұрын

I don’t know.

@LaMonatrod 2 жыл бұрын

If I'm not mistaken, the Beaver house was also used for the Kraft Suspense Theatre after the show ended. The only time that I know of where we can see the set in color.

@ThatsClassicTV 2 жыл бұрын

If that is true, that is a great piece of trivia especially since you see the set in color. Thanks for sharing:)

@LaMonatrod 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatsClassicTV Here's a link to one of the episodes. Let me know if I'm wrong. The house starts at 7:05 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pZZ3fNdouNfJZac.html