{"product_id":"young-sheldon-the-juicier-than-meemaws-brisket-inside-story-of-the-hit-comedy-9781538777848","title":"Young Sheldon: The (Juicier-Than-Meemaw's-Brisket) Inside Story of the Hit Comedy","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom the \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e bestselling author of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Big Bang Theory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e oral history comes an in-depth and thoroughly reported exploration of its prequel, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eYoung Sheldon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e, with major revelations about the show, behind-the-scenes stories from every cast member (yes, that includes the fan-favorite actors behind Dr. Sturgis, Veronica Duncan, Paige, and more), and all the heart that made the show beloved.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e When \u003ci\u003eYoung Sheldon\u003c\/i\u003e debuted in 2017, no one could have anticipated how \u003ci\u003eThe Big Bang Theory\u003c\/i\u003e prequel would take on a life of its own separate from the mothership. Sure, the now-beloved sitcom was the top-rated scripted show over its seven-season run on CBS, but it truly became a phenomenon when it hit Netflix (as well as TikTok and YouTube), eventually becoming the most streamed show of 2024. Fans of all age ranges and demographics were won over by the show's humor and heart, and the characters and young stars endeared themselves to both Big Bang devotees and viewers who were being introduced to the Cooper family for the first time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eYoung Sheldon: The (Juicier-Than-Meemaw's-Brisket) Inside Story of the Hit Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e is the surprising story of how the wholesome sitcom overcame major challenges off-camera to become a massive show beloved around the globe. Bestselling author and journalist Jessica Radloff delves into the cast and crew's real-life family dynamic behind the scenes, explores the often taboo subjects the writers didn't shy away from, and reveals all the stories behind Big Bang canon-rewriting controversies and the heartbreak and anger over the decision to end the series. She explores a mix of memorable episodes--from the Jon Favreau-directed pilot to Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik's return in the finale--through interviews with the entire cast, co-creators Chuck Lorre and Steve Molaro, writers, producers, guest stars--and even the real-life parents. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Fans of the show will love this revelatory behind-the-scenes look into one of the most heartwarming television hits of all time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jessica Radloff\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Grand Central Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/20\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 464\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.45lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.10h x 6.00w x 1.60d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781538777848\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJessica Radloff\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author. She also hosts \u003ci\u003eThe Official Big Bang Theory Podcast\u003c\/i\u003e for HBO Max and Warner Bros. For nearly 15 years, Jessica spearheaded \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e magazine's entertainment coverage in Los Angeles, eventually becoming Senior West Coast Editor of the brand. Jessica also works with all the major studios and streamers, hosting red carpet premieres for shows like \u003ci\u003eDutton Ranch\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eOutlander\u003c\/i\u003e, and moderates panels for series including \u003ci\u003eShrinking, Bridgerton, The Madison, The Morning Show, Margo's Got Money Troubles, All Her Fault, Lessons in Chemistry\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. She has appeared regularly on \u003ci\u003eAccess Hollywood\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as segments for \u003ci\u003eEntertainment Tonight, The Talk, Good Morning America, TODAY\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. She is a member of the Television Critics Association, the Critic's Choice Association, and Screen Actors Guild. She is also an Associate Member of the Television Academy. Jessica is from St. Louis, Missouri. You can follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @jessicaradloff14.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Jessica Radloff \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":67750749438109,"sku":"9781538777848","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_0750128f-2d54-419f-9b62-411f728dae25.jpg?v=1793175136","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/young-sheldon-the-juicier-than-meemaws-brisket-inside-story-of-the-hit-comedy-9781538777848","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}