Welcome to the Family: A 'Family Matters' Retrospective Podcast with Kellie Williams and Telma Hopkins
Get ready to dive into the world of the classic sitcom "Family Matters" with the upcoming retrospective podcast hosted by Kellie Williams and Telma Hopkins, two of the show's beloved cast members. Titled "Welcome to the Family With Telma and Kellie," the podcast will feature personal reflections on their time on the show, discussions about favorite episodes and characters, and appearances from other cast members like Bob Boyett, Reggie VelJohnson, and Shawn Harrison. Listeners can also submit questions for the hosts to answer. The first episode will explore their journey to being cast on the series and share behind-the-scenes stories from filming the pilot.
Premiering on November 5 on the iHeartRadio app and other major audio platforms, new episodes of "Welcome to the Family" will be released weekly on Wednesdays. Kellie Williams expressed her excitement about revisiting the show and connecting with fans, while Telma Hopkins shared her joy in reliving the episodes with Kellie and discussing both familiar storylines and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. The podcast is produced by Audiation, a New York-based podcast company known for creating original series in collaboration with brands, celebrities, and creators.
"Family Matters," a spinoff of "Perfect Strangers," aired for nine seasons from 1989 to 1998 on ABC. The show followed the Winslow family in Chicago, with standout character Steve Urkel, played by Jaleel White, becoming a pop culture icon with his catchphrase "Did I do that?" All episodes of "Family Matters" are currently available on Disney's Hulu, allowing fans to relive the chaos, confusion, and laughter that defined the Winslow household. Kellie Williams, who hails from Washington, D.C., landed the role of Laura Winslow at a young age, while Telma Hopkins, a seasoned actress and singer, brought her talent to the show as Aunt Rachel.
The ensemble cast of "Family Matters" included a diverse group of actors who brought the Winslow family and their friends to life on screen. With the podcast "Welcome to the Family," fans can look forward to a nostalgic journey back to the beloved sitcom and gain new insights into the making of the show. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join Kellie and Telma as they share their memories and celebrate the enduring legacy of "Family Matters."