Mondays With Mindy | Season 4, Episode 6: Lisa Whelchel

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🎙️ Mondays With Mindy Presents a conversation with Actress, Author, Speaker & Life Coach Lisa Whelchel!
To learn more about our show, our hosts, or our guests, please visit www.MondaysWithMindy.com
This episode was brought to you by Beekman1802 (mindymondays.info/b1802) & The Cocktail Party, Love Mary (mindymondays.info/cocktailparty)!

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@jsharp3165 Жыл бұрын

I was a teenage boy when Facts came out. I was infatuated with Lisa from day one. I became a Christian my senior year in high school and that's when Lisa was ramping up her gospel recording career. It was so cool to me that Lisa was also a believer AND she was so kind and talented and beautiful. Shortly after this I joined the US Navy. I wrote a fan letter to Lisa telling her all this. I didn't expect a response beyond perhaps a form letter and a pre-printed autographed photo. Instead I received an extremely wonderful handwritten letter from Lisa's grandmother, who read all of Lisa's fan mail. She conveyed Lisa's appreciation and very generously thanked me for my service and congratulated me on my newfound faith. Sadly, I lost that letter in a natural disaster a few years later. But I can see still see it in my mind to this day and vividly recall certain phrases. Lisa's grandma must have been a wonderful person. Since that time I have always had the deepest respect for Lisa and her family. I am so happy that you guys are still such great friends. And yes, I still have a huge crush on Lisa. But it's okay. My wife still loves George Clooney! Love to you all.

@jeanettego7578 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in a long while. Not just because I’m a fan of Facts of Life and New Mickey Mouse Club as a kid, but I love how intelligent the conversation was.

@mothom323 3 жыл бұрын

Mindy and Lisa, y’all are just beautiful inside and out!! Thank you for still being so inspiring 💗

@lja64 2 жыл бұрын

what an amazing, thoughtful conversation. Lisa is amazing - how incredible would it be to have her be my life coach? Mindy is great! Would love to see her in a Misery type movie.

@Lillice5 3 жыл бұрын

Love seeing these two ladies together! Thanks Mindy and Lisa.

@nhragal007 3 жыл бұрын

Such a great interview! Love Lisa's positive energy.

@LetsGoToThePark 3 жыл бұрын

Great episode, Mindy! Lisa is such a heartwarming soul. Listening to you all talk puts a smile on my face 😊

@abigator92 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see an episode with all 4 of you catching up and having these conversations together... just sharing memories and life experiences without having to repeat the typical FOL interview questions!

@cpeak5000 3 жыл бұрын

Love this so much. My family was MASSIVE FACTS of life fans and we still tell jokes from the show. Lisa Welchel was a natural comedian ... "I've been DIPPITY DOOED!" The best love them all!

@reneepolin6549 25 күн бұрын

WOW Lisa is so Brave sharing her 3 dinner guests and the unfortunate judgement that inevitably comes from Religious Zealous. This was an Amazing thoughtful answer 😃😁

@loiserwin4364 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the Facts of Life. Watched every week.Great job Mindy.

@utubernan1223 3 жыл бұрын

You guys could totally do the tv talk show thing

@Diostillrocks 3 жыл бұрын

MIndy does a talk show with this podcast. Kim does one as well.

@todddepue681 2 жыл бұрын

So excited to find this...now have a whole bunch of episodes to catch up on. FoL one of my favorites growing up! And yes, I'm guilty of making assumptions about Lisa. Knowing she had been a "born again" Christian, I expected her to be uptight and narrow minded...maybe at one time she was, but wonderful to learn how she evolved within her faith.

@hedyschultz6940 3 жыл бұрын

We love Collector’s Call and Lisa is such a wonderful hostess!

@Diostillrocks 3 жыл бұрын

Should be back on with new shows in January.

@mananimal3644 2 жыл бұрын

OMG, Can we talk about the elephant in the room! Lisa looks exactly the same as she did 40yrs ago! She is gorgeous.! Sorry. Did not mean to shout.🥴

@Christopher0817 3 жыл бұрын

What a treat this was for us the fans thank you Mindy

@margaretmorales193 2 жыл бұрын

Love listening and hearing Lisa again so smart and beautiful and talented and faithful. Saw her years ago woman of faith conference and was blown away. Loved her as Blair on facts of life too

@jnadle1 2 жыл бұрын

It's always good to see Mindy with an old pal from Facts of Life.

@asticklestad1 3 жыл бұрын

Mindy this was such a great interview!! I loved it!!! Thank you for doing this interview w Lisa!!

@septemberquest6393 2 жыл бұрын

Wow ,great forum,Mindy !!!! I grew up with the 'facts of life ' sitcom,...and you guys still have the same voices and spirit! God bless you all.😇😇😇

@MrMSnorky 2 жыл бұрын

I kinda get Miss Lisa, the more one listens to her speak, the more you get her. And all yall ate just awesome ladies. Thanks for binging there when many young girls needed your show. And To know your just as cool being your self's verses the charters you played. A big thank you from a 80s fan to Now.

@deanag3402 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You Lisa Some of your words spoke directly to my life and my heart. Thank you for your words I could listen to you and Mindy for hours Have a Wonderful Week 🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

@fbueller 3 жыл бұрын

Mindy is adorable! Great interview. 14:02 I wasn’t expecting Lisa and Mindy to say they have BDE.

@philoween_thrills 24 күн бұрын

So glad to have discovered this. Thank you!

@ramonc1942 Жыл бұрын

I adore you Mindy! I love Lisa! This is such a gift for me!

@ricofresh22 2 ай бұрын

I love Lisa her energy is refreshing and you see her to change and ever evolve

@theangendeavor9910 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Loved your interview with Lisa! I love how you all are so connected to each other what a beautiful thing.

@jennaburg5177 Ай бұрын

Just found this and just had to reach out and say @Mindy Cohn & Lisa , thanks to you both and Kim and Nancy & Charlotte for all the great memories ! I’m 59 and grew up with you all !

@PlanetNewfoundland 3 жыл бұрын

Lisa is such good energy. thank you!

@shaheedturner3652 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Mindy good morning to you!!! I have been a fan of the TV show The Facts Of Life with you and Lisa Whelchel as Blair!! You are the best respected actresses in the world and Kim "Tootie" Fields!!! I I used to have the videocassettes and the DVD too!! One of the best TV shows of all time!!! I love Charlotte Rae as Mrs. Garrett may she rest in peace with the Lord!!! Thanks so much Mindy may God bless you!!!!😃😃😃😃😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘🥰🥰🥰🥰🤩🤩🤩🤩🥳🥳🥳🥳🎈🎈🎈🎈🌹🌹🌹🌹✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼☕☕☕☕ Thanks so much for posting this video!!! I love it!!!!

@gxs3604 3 жыл бұрын

Great episode. There’s a very natural connection between Mindy and Lisa. Very nice to see two very different women just respect and love one another.

@ajdavies4677 2 жыл бұрын

Found this after seeing you both on Jimmy Kimmel. This mid 40’s lady is fan girling so much! Great interview with awesome people!

@TheGuillermo519 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa Whelchel is so wise and wonderful and I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast and Mindy is a great interviewer. I'll be back.

@nikkix2896 3 жыл бұрын

Facts of life should be rebooted because let’s be real they were the first Sex and the city. Would love to see the 4 girls navigating through life as women 40+

@jmojarro58 2 жыл бұрын

50+ hehe

@ghanasoul 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Ms. Cohn. Nice to see something positive and constructive.

@ClownsOnAMission 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview and great seeing you again Lisa....enjoyed this!

@maxdiego1622 3 жыл бұрын

I think Blair was my first crush (sorry Natalie!). I was so excited you had Lisa as a guest! Thanks Mindy

@gypsyjezebel1651 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa was the perfect "Blair Warner" She seems like a really nice person.

@reneepolin6549 25 күн бұрын

I'd love to see Lisa in more Hallmark movies

@aagold76 3 жыл бұрын

I REALLY like that 'Graduate from the Law...'

@aprilskutt974 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up watching Facts Of Life from the time I was 13. My favorite seasons are from season 2 to season 7. Blair and Jo's love/hate relationship on the show was great. Blair always made me laugh because of how snooty she was. All of the women are great from that show.

@donnareed1015 3 жыл бұрын

Yayyyy!!! I was waiting for this. Love her❤❤❤Thankyou

@p.r.oflairty6060 2 жыл бұрын

Woo hoo! Kim, Nancy, and Lisa all guests on the show! Would love to see Jenny O'Hara and Geri Jewell as a guests! Thanks for doing this Mindy, great podcast!

@brianmoore6306 2 жыл бұрын

My first time watching Mondahys With Mindy. This was great! Enjoyed the conversation very much. Co-host is quite handsome!

@SMCM-jl8oq Жыл бұрын

I'm totally binge watching!💯💖

@pabloguerra3028 2 жыл бұрын

Another great show..Mindy.! such a wonderful show with Lisa.

@lindaackerman3507 2 жыл бұрын

Love, Love, Love this, so wonderful to watch how smart and wonderful these lovely ladies turned out.....big fan of facts of life, Charlotte Rae would be so proud💗💗💗

@linusquandras9853 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had heard about this podcast before. So great. Added bonus having Lisa Whelchel on. Mindy is amazing and they are both timeless

@jeni688 2 жыл бұрын

As someone immersed in church until I was 42, the first 8 minutes of this are GOLD! I get it. It is very nice to see someone with a similar personal theology to mine. Lisa expressed it beautifully.

@Honeybees1005 Жыл бұрын

I love how they are all still so connected to each other

@e.s.9080 2 жыл бұрын

Wow...love you both. Grew up on and with the facts of life. Wonderful podcast! 👍👍👍 Following...

@utubernan1223 3 жыл бұрын

The ship analogy is really amazing. So true

@lisadel59 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome episode!

@virgilnusbaum993 3 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@jjs007 2 жыл бұрын

Great conversation!

@JN-wk3de 2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered your podcast! I'm hooked!

@timothywalker4563 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! I had wondered as a child what are these two like when the camera is off. Well it was better than I thought. Mindy keep doing what you’re doing i think you are on to something great😉

@seattlejayde 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it!

@gromit0299 2 жыл бұрын

Y’all looking SPECTAC!

@SMCM-jl8oq Жыл бұрын

I know I'm a little late, because of work...I love this podcast!💯❤

@kenac64 2 жыл бұрын

very good. really enjoyed it.

@kalakumar8513 2 жыл бұрын

What a great conversation! I just discovered your podcast, Mindy. I love it! I was a fan of The New Mickey Mouse Club, and a huge fan of The Facts of Life. I love the nostalgia of catching up with you all.

@crystalhartung8487 2 жыл бұрын

That was great podcast.

@nunzioc8931 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Mindy...i just somehow fell into this podcast?...LOL.. and four seasons in?...wow.. Great Work. Nice to see you had Lisa as a guest... Well....Im going to joggle your memory a bit.....So put your thinking cap on Mindy. Do you remember a little show you and the cast of FACTS, filmed your reunion show in TORONTO..? Im Anthony....the CRAFT service guy on that show?....LOL....joggle joggle... Really had a good time on the show, considering, it was a hard time if you know what i mean, what happened on DAY 2 of the filming?...Tragic..

@TheeCoachg 2 жыл бұрын

Being a young black boy I obviously had the biggest crush on Tootie but I loved Blair Warner too. Her name,her hair,her wittiness,and I grew up watching them on Nick At Night not even during their original run. Love that Lisa has expanded her views and began see things beyond the socialized confines.

@tim2murdock 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!

@christilb 2 жыл бұрын

I love this so much! I’ve loved Lisa for most of my life and this was such a smart and informative interview with her. I loved learning about her spirituality growth and her answer about who she’d want to have dinner with was really fascinating! Love her, and all you FOL ladies ❤️

@jzratk 3 жыл бұрын

Some gals have Sex and The City, I have FOL. All so different and yet all so beautiful, true diversity in love. We are at the age where, while things are dropping and sagging, we are taking the time and thinking through the big questions with honesty and perspective.

@GravyGoodbread 2 жыл бұрын

Dropping and sagging..😵

@davidmiller8856 2 жыл бұрын

thanks! we met in b.h., ca. bagel shop in early late 80's, mindy. you were my mom's fave on facts. so glad you're still around. prayers all around. --just an okie queen fan who still can fly. lol. hugs, ya'll! vote abbott out, por favor. lol. peace.

@daleallen5575 2 жыл бұрын

This was epic. I am literally on a similar faith journey as Lisa.

@deeskers1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Mindy, for these podcasts and Thank you, Lisa, for being honest about your 'evolution' as a Christian woman. We are almost the exact same age and I grew up watching 'Facts' as a teen and early twenty-something. I am experiencing that evolution as well. I am trying to learn how not to be 'of the world' (James 4:4) but to love humanity *in* the world. It's a constant struggle/growing process. Jesus tells us to love God with our whole heart, soul, mind, and strength and to *to love others as ourselves* and that there is none other commandment greater than these (Mark 12:29-31). What you said totally resonated with me. And Mindy! Love your personality, humor, and interviewing abilities. You seem like the ultimate best friend. God Bless you all.

@carriemindplsable Ай бұрын

Lisa Whelchel is still so pretty! She aged very well.

@clubfoote1960 7 ай бұрын

Hello, Mindy! I will only say this once. I loved you as Natalie Green in the facts of life. yes, a male watched the show, I fell in love with the show and seeing Charlotte raye , I just discovered your youtube channel and I am a fan, You all still look the same and you look as if you never got older, God luck to you on Mondays with Mindy,

@thenostalgicpodblast 3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@EphemeralProductions Жыл бұрын

Mindy you are so cute! ❤. I always thought that on FOL and that lasted through until now! 😊

@margaretbugeja3872 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@KeithJenningsOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Mindy, I look forward to you interviewing Geri Jewell too .

@zutalors960 3 жыл бұрын

Of all the chaos and fakeness Hollywood brings, it's so good to see well-grounded and grateful people talking about the behind-the-scenes of a show and how easy it can be to fall into the trap of fame. I also watched some documentaries about TFOL and wished Mindi and Lisa talked about their difference of opinion about the episode where Blaire loses her virginity but Lisa backed out.

@justmeiniowa 3 жыл бұрын

There wasn't a difference of opinion between Mindy and Lisa, Lisa wanted written out of the episode because she felt it went contrary to her Christian faith so they changed the script to have Natalie be the one to lose her virginity.

@Diostillrocks 2 жыл бұрын

@@justmeiniowa Mindy volunteered Natalie to loose her virginity. Lisa later said she regretted her position then because she now thinks she should have voiced on the issue through Blair rather than hiding.

@sharonanderson540 6 ай бұрын

I'm a.fan.of Lisa whelchel

@ChrisW164 2 жыл бұрын

The four of you probably have more contact in real life than the girls do, but they would belong to a website for Eastland graduates and have a private group for "Over Our Heads." Is there any thought of just filming an episode like this, in character, reacting to Mrs. Garrett's death? "The Facts of..."

@utubernan1223 3 жыл бұрын

You look the same Blair!

@harperstacey9604 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe she had plastic surgery.

@aelius93 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great answer. Im reminded that in my dark comedy reboot adult facts of life, that after you all go on a madcap misadventure to stop Blair from losing her second virginity to a dastardly villain, in future episodes, as tootie is in NA for her drug addiction, she starts churching and ultimately grows short with lesbian Jo until Blair reminds her that following her heart is obeying gods will. That was the message of Welchels book and it was a good message. Besides, I gave Natalie the best line of the show. Calling the 2nd virginity meet up group the "jolly ranchers" club. (Everyone looks around puzzled) Artificial cherry! Natalie quips. Honestly, the more I think about it, the more I think you all should truly do it. I mean, you were all always capable of edgier adult comedy, and while the show was good, it was a little schmarmy. To be adults living together because life didn't turn out like anyone expected so you all revert to your safe space and the absurdity of you all living together would be a terrific show!

@evelynovercash1147 2 жыл бұрын

What is the name of the book Lisa mentioned?

@MrDLOC11 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa was hysterical as stuck up Blair Warner, I thought her character was the funniest, and the most loyal to the rest of the gang. Charlotte Rae set the standard for excellence.

@christya2488 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa Whelchel is so likeable. I'm so glad to hear she's expanded her views on spirituality. Okay Lisa, let's have coffee. Lol. Seriously though, she seems like she'd be a really cool person to know.

@CPlovesGS 2 жыл бұрын

I used to have the single biggest crush on mindy growing up when I was younger I wanted to marry her...oh well man can dream 🥰🥰😘😍

@lissettesbloom8223 2 жыл бұрын

We are not of this world. We need to share the gospel! We can love others but we can not compromise.

@wandajames6234 2 жыл бұрын

the 'gospel' was written by HUMAN BEINGS-- FLAWS and all-- you poor thing, you are living in a box but you will never, ever see it and that is very sad-- only dictators say they cannot compromise because the root of compromise is 'co' -- a meeting of minds and hearts, as in co-llaborate, co-operate and co-exist.

@MissLadyG99 2 жыл бұрын

You are correct. Believers are to share the gospel. We can love other but we can not compromise. Jesus is as He said is the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6).

@inkedhigh 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa is such a lovely person

@roscoeallen4597 2 жыл бұрын

Mindy is totally rocking those chucky glasses!

@lennypearl 2 жыл бұрын

When you were discussing playing an evil character, you should have brought up the Facts dream episode where Blair killed everyone because they bought their clothes at K-Mart! That episode traumatized me back when it first aired, so Lisa must have been doing something right ;-)

@SophiaPetrillosBuddy 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds hilarious. What episode is that?

@lennypearl 2 жыл бұрын

@@SophiaPetrillosBuddy The episode is called “Seven Little Indians” 😊

@SophiaPetrillosBuddy 2 жыл бұрын

@@lennypearl Thanks!

@ChrisBakerauthor Жыл бұрын

You need to bring on Julie Piekarski and Julie Ann Haddock. I want to know what Sue Ann and Cindy from _Facts of Life_ are doing now.

@stacystoltz8722 2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@bengoodwin559 2 жыл бұрын

🐦🦋🐿🦉

@aagold76 3 жыл бұрын

ok- you need to have Mac Astin and Jeri Jewell....

@margaretmorales193 2 жыл бұрын

Mindy.lol.lol.lol

@user-ez1bo3wn5m 25 күн бұрын

hello,lisa and mindy and christian how are you guys doing? i hope you guys are doing extremely well. i'll talk to you later. i'll talk to you guys later.

@calscottoh Жыл бұрын

Had I known she was single in 2012 when I emailed with her a couple of times, I would have asked her out. I never mentioned that I've had a crush on her since I was a kid.

@seattlejayde 2 жыл бұрын

I wish the gentleman got more of a chance to conversate … good interview though

@beckymotley1261 2 жыл бұрын

This is in regards to the question about evil. As I am writing this evil in this world is being taken care of. Evil is satan and it’s in the bloodlines. Hopefully, shortly you will be seeing what I am talking about because the truth on EVERYTHING will be coming out! Jesus wins!

@seanm6215 3 жыл бұрын

Lisa actually attended a gay wedding and gave her blessing. That's a,misconception I'm glad I was wrong about.

@gxs3604 3 жыл бұрын

She has grown a lot since her divorce. She and I(a homosexual) had a very deep conversation in an airport of all places. She has a good heart and wants to learn. I’m so floored that I was able to make that connection with her.

@gxs3604 3 жыл бұрын

@@nah....6151 i miss judged her based off her past. Religion was all she really knew and i was thrilled to hear she still has a deep faith but with a more open and willingness to learn. It takes a big person to get to that point in life. I think Survivor taught her how much one can grow when they’re out of their comfort zone.

@Diostillrocks 3 жыл бұрын

@@gxs3604 Lisa grew a lot after her divorce and her husband left them almost broke. Ironically her first FOL episode as Blair was shaming Cindy who she thought was a lesbian. Lisa didn't even know the meaning of the episode at the time.

@deannalindsey7888 2 жыл бұрын

@@nah....6151 Telling GOD'S TRUTH to people is LOVE. The world doesn't know what LOVE is. JESUS came to die on the cross and shed his blood to save us from our sins and save us from ourselves. People's hearts and minds are desperately wicked. And we all need JESUS THE SAVIOUR!!! HE is PERFECT, HOLY, and JUST. HE is also full of MERCY and GRACE. HE also is a GOD of WRATH, JUDGEMENT, CORRECTION AND CHASENS, and DISIPLINES those that are HIS. Living in the lust of the flesh a person will die in the flesh. If a person wants to be saved from sin and be saved from self. Have Faith and Believe in JESUS CHRIST and repent of sins. When the HOLYSPIRIT comes and a person accepts CHRIST and surrenders their whole life to him. They will LOVE LIGHT and hate darkness. All sin is darkness and all sin in the end will bring forth death. JESUS and HIS SAVING POWER will change a person's life. HE will change their hearts and minds and souls. And they will not want to sin anymore. And when we fail him, the HOLYSPIRIT comes and convicts us of our wrong. And we will humbly come before HIM and ask for forgivess and we ask him to help us not to do it again. Each person has choice that has to be made. Serve JESUS or serve satan. We are to die to self take up our cross daily and follow him. There is no middle ground. There is no compromise. FOR JESUS is the only way the TRUTH and the life no man cometh unto the FATHER but by him. JESUS is LOVE and alot of people hated him and rejected him. And HIS WORD says that the world hated him first and that the world will hate us also. Come to CHRIST the giver of life. If a lost person does not come to CHRIST they will die and their sins will not be forgiven and they will spend ETERNITY in hell. There will be no excuse for the sinner when he stands before ALMIGHTY GOD on that day. FEAR GOD AND WORSHIP HIM! HE IS WORTHY TO BE PRAISED! Even so LORD JESUS CHRIST! FOR YOUR ARE A GREAT GOD AND A GREAT KING. HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!

@ditr16 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate Lisa Welchel and loved The Facts of Life in so many ways. I am also a Christian. She's entitled to her path as she now sees it, but Jesus didn't leave any room for alternative paths to God. If that were the case, then He didn't need to die on the cross. Due to Adam and Eve's choice to disobey God, mankind fell. Ever since then, we've all been born into sin and, therefore, need a Redeemer. Our good works are not enough to earn us a place in Heaven, which is why Jesus died on the cross for our sins. Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. --John 14:6

@tcmusic6429 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂🤣

@MissLadyG99 2 жыл бұрын

I am sorry to hear that she said she believes there are many ways to get to God and not just Jesus. That is in direct contradiction of what Jesus himself said. "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes unto the Father except through me"-Jesus (John 4:16)