Get ready, Bundy fans – this one’s going to be a blast.
On Thursday, May 28th at 6PM PT, comedian Greg Fitzsimmons is joining our live Bundy Breakdown Zoom Watch Party. And we’re reviewing Season 6, Episode 3: “If Al Had a Hammer.” This is the very first episode where Bud Bundy unleashes his legendary rap persona Grandmaster B.
Married… with Children ran for 11 seasons from 1987 to 1997 and basically invented the anti-sitcom. While other shows were handing out hugs and life lessons, the Bundys gave us dysfunction, sarcasm, and pure chaos. It was edgy, politically incorrect, and way ahead of its time – and it turned a miserable shoe salesman into one of the most beloved characters in TV history. Even today, the show still feels fresh because the Bundy family was always a little too real.
Who is Greg Fitzsimmons?
Greg Fitzsimmons is a veteran stand-up comedian, Emmy Award-winning television writer, podcast host, and author. He’s been crushing the comedy scene for decades with his sharp, no-filter storytelling and has released multiple comedy specials including Life on Stage. Greg hosts the long-running Fitzdog Radio podcast and wrote the bestselling memoir Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons.
Grandmaster B Episodes
Grandmaster B is Bud Bundy’s (David Faustino) legendary rap persona. This episode marks his very first appearance, and he also returns in:
- Season 6, Episode 3 – “If Al Had a Hammer”
- Season 6, Episode 4 – “Cheese, Cues, and Blood”
- Season 6, Episode 7 – “If I Could See Me Now”
- Season 6, Episode 14 – “The Mystery of Skull Island”
The Episode We’re Reviewing: “If Al Had a Hammer” (Season 6, Episode 3)
Aired September 22, 1991, this episode is pure Bundy gold and the official debut of Grandmaster B. Al digs up his father’s old hammer and decides to turn the garage into his own private man-cave – a sacred escape from his very pregnant Peg. Meanwhile, Bud decides it’s time for a fresh start at junior college and introduces the world to his smooth-talking, rhyme-spitting alter ego Grandmaster B. He tries to impress a girl by rapping his way into her heart, complete with the full persona and ridiculous confidence only Bud could pull off. It’s got man-cave dreams, pregnancy chaos, garage invasions by the neighbors, and one of the most iconic Bud moments in the entire series. This is where Grandmaster B was born – and it’s never been the same since.
Watch Party Homework
Thursday, May 28th at 6PM PT Greg Fitzsimmons is dropping in live while we break down Season 6 Episode 3 – “If Al Had a Hammer.”
Watch it beforehand so you can follow along and ask Greg the real questions.
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This is your chance to hang with a killer comedian and longtime Bundy Club friend. We’re also breaking down the birth of Grandmaster B. David still performs and DJs live as Grandmaster B to this day and has even opened for huge artists like Method Man and Akon. Expect hilarious stories, behind-the-scenes insight, and plenty of laughs as we relive the episode that launched one of the show’s most unforgettable running gags. Here is a cool AI generated song by Grandmaster B made by our co-host Darren Blatt and an old Music Video by D Lil (David Faustino) called “I Told Ya” circa 1992:
Final Call
Mark your calendar. Clear your schedule. Put on your best (or worst) NO MA’AM shirt.
Thursday, May 28th at 6PM PT – Greg Fitzsimmons is coming to the Bundy Club to relive “If Al Had a Hammer.”
Don’t be the guy who missed it. Al would never forgive you.
How our Zoom Watch Parties Work
- Watch the episode
- Show up on time
- Go live with us and comedian Greg Fitzsimmons
See you Thursday. Bring the beer. And maybe some weenies. Grandmaster B might even drop a rhyme.
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