Show Notes
In the 80s, "primetime soaps" were definitely a thing, but you may not remember the 1985 Dynasty spinoff, "The Colbys." An Aaron Spelling project, this show was Dynasty but more expensive, with slightly fewer catfights, but slightly more alien abductions. And let's not forget that it starred none other than Charlton Heston. Melinda and Aaron marvel at this 80s masterpiece.
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