# ‘The Cushion Saturation’ with Set Decorator Ann Shea

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Podcast: [The Official Big Bang Theory Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-official-big-bang-theory-podcast-7247132)
Published: 2025-11-03T08:00:00+00:00
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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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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