‘The Cushion Saturation’ with Set Decorator Ann Shea

About this episode

Set decorator Ann Shea discusses the iconic couch episode of 'The Big Bang Theory' and shares insights on set design.

Set decorator Ann Shea joins host Jessica Radloff to help break down what came to be known as “the couch episode” of “The Big Bang Theory.” Ann reveals where the infamous couch came from and whether she knew what a big role it would play in the show. She also shares just how many couch cushions they had to create for this episode when Penny accidentally shoots a cushion with a paintball gun. Plus, Ann shares how she decided on the leopard sheets for Howard’s bedroom. Catch up on all episodes of “The Big Bang Theory” on HBO Max.    © 2025 WBEI. THE BIG BANG THEORY characters and elements are © & TM WBEI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Jessica Radloff

Guest: Ann Shea

Topics covered

• set decoration
• The Big Bang Theory
• couch episode
• interview
• behind the scenes

Keywords

• couch episode
• Ann Shea
• set decoration
• Howard's bedroom
• paintball gun
• couch cushions
• The Big Bang Theory

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: HBO Max, WBEI

Books & works: The Big Bang Theory

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