Fish out of Water
Usually, the expression means that a person is in a situation that makes them feel uncomfortable. This show was often called a fish out of water because it invented a new genre. The show stood out in a good way, and the expression was a compliment!
Small Town Girl
Irene Ryan was from San Francisco and was born on October 17, 1902. She died in 1973 in Santa Monica. While she was native to California, she was a seasoned traveler because of her pursuits. Granny, though, lived a sheltered life. On the show, she talked about being from Limestone, Tennessee, and the actress believed the words she said.