Today's Episode

Set in 2024, Étoile follows a bold plan to revive ballet’s future by swapping top dancers between Paris and New York. In the premiere episode, "The Swap," we meet Jack, Geneviève, and Cheyenne—who might be the angriest yet most talented ballerina in the world. We break down the opening hour’s real-world industry critiques, the show’s sharp humor, performances, and comparisons to other behind-the-scenes comedies/dramas. We also briefly discuss the production, direction, and how Étoile manages to balance theatricality without losing its emotional core. Tune in to hear our full thoughts. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

The man is back! Resurrected for what has to be the billionth time, Sherlock Holmes is solving crimes once again—only now he’s old and paired with a new sidekick who might be his biological daughter (DNA results pending). Set in 1896 London, the series stars David Thewlis (from too many things to list) and Blu Hunt (New Mutants), and kicks off with episode one, “The Challenge,” which introduces the main characters to one another, and presents the case of a kidnapped ambassador’s daughter. There is a lot to talk about from trivia to favorite/least favorite moments, critical response, etc. Tune in to hear it all. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Ransom Canyon, Netflix’s latest Western romance series developed by April Blair and based on Jodi Thomas’ books, blends small-town drama with personal baggage. Starring Minka Kelly and Josh Duhamel, the show kicks off with a pilot full of will-they-won’t-they tension, family pressures, and a looming pipeline deal that threatens the land. We discuss episode one, “Don't Let Me Fall”, a 46-minute installment, and explore how the show stacks up against Virgin River, Landman, and others—while unpacking whether it has enough going on to keep audiences engaged. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Tune in as we discuss Government Cheese, Apple TV’s latest surreal comedy co-created by filmmaker Paul Hunter and writer Aeysha Carr. Set in 1969 San Fernando Valley, the show stars David Oyelowo as Hampton Chambers, a recently released convict scrambling to support his family while dodging a debt owed to a quirky French-Canadian crime family. Think Fargo meets Atlanta meets oh so much more. We'll dive into the show's plot, style, its unique blend of absurdity and heart, and compare it to other surrealist comedies we've seen recently. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Jon Hamm headlines this dark comedy as Andy “Coop” Cooper, a Manhattan hedge‑fund hotshot who loses his marriage and his job in the same week—and decides the easiest rebound is robbing his smug, ultra‑rich neighbors. With Olivia Munn, Amanda Peet, and Corbin Bernsen, the series mixes Breaking Bad‑style bad decisions with the mid‑life angst of Californication and the snark of Bad Monkey. On the pod we’ll unpack the first two episodes (“This Is What Happens” and “Deuce”), chart Coop’s plunge from finance bro to watch‑stealing criminal, and debate whether the show’s many colors—family drama, workplace betrayal, soap, and comedy. We’ll also run through our pros/cons and ratings. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

On this podcast we review the premiere of Lazarus, Shinichirō Watanabe’s first original series since Space Dandy. The year is 2052: a “miracle” drug called Hapuna has cured every disease—only for its inventor, Dr. Skinner, to announce that everyone who took it will die in three years. Enter the Lazarus Task Force. Tune in as break down Episode 1’s plot beats, the characters, music, tone, comparisons and our rating. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

In this episode, we dive into The Bondsman, a horror-comedy series where Kevin Bacon plays a tough-as-nails bounty hunter who returns from the dead—only to find he’s now working for the devil. We’ll discuss the show’s fast-paced action, its demon-infested plot points, and why it feels like the latest Old Man vs. Demon show since Ash vs. The Evil Dead. Join us as we break down the plot, t the offbeat supporting cast, and debate whether The Bondsman hits the mark or goes off the rails. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Based on Liane Moriarty’s 2005 novel, The Last Anniversary is a six-part Australian series starring Teresa Palmer, Miranda Richardson, and Danielle Macdonald. It follows Sophie, who unexpectedly inherits a house on Scribbly Gum Island—a place famous for the decades-old “Munro Baby Mystery.” Tune in as we unpack the first episode, talk about everything from production, to ratings and comparisons: Big Little Lies, Knives Out, Deadloch... Welcome to Today's Episode!

Welcome to Today's Episode! Mobland is Paramount+’s latest crime drama. It brings together Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan under creator Ronan Bennett (The Jackal) and director Guy Ritchie. The show focuses on Harry Da Souza (Hardy), an expert “fixer” for crime boss Conrad Harrigan, navigating bloody rivalries and family power plays in London’s high-stakes underworld. From a nightclub stabbing by the Harrigan heir to a possible kidnapping, betrayal, etc, the pilot episode, “Stick or Twist,” promises violence, heavy accents, and all the suited goons we've come to expect in any Guy Ritchie associated project. Tune in to hear our full review and rating. Enjoy!

Seth Rogen teams up with Apple TV+ to offer a behind-the-curtain glimpse at the chaos of running a legacy movie studio. In The Studio, Rogen plays Matt Remick, a newly minted executive who’s torn between corporate demands, creative ambitions, and the everyday absurdities of Tinseltown. Think The Franchise and Get Shorty meets The Offer, with nods to real-life studio heads and production shakeups. Tune in as we break down the show’s best and worst parts, the cameo surprises, and whether Rogen’s style is the enough to separate this latest addition to the saturated TV landscape. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Adapted from Melissa Moore’s true-crime podcast and her memoir Shattered Silence, Happy Face explores the story of a serial killer’s daughter grappling with her father’s crimes. While the original podcast delivered firsthand accounts, this dramatized series takes liberties, introducing new storylines and plot twists not present in Moore’s real experience. Tune in as we discuss whether these elements serve the narrative or undercut the authenticity that made Moore’s podcast and book so compelling. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Adolescence is a four-part mini-series on Netflix co-created by actor Stephen Graham and writer Jack Thorne (Skins, His Dark Materials). Each hour-long episode is filmed in a single continuous take under the direction of Philip Barantini (Boiling Point), depicting the daily life of 13-year-old Jamie (newcomer Owen Cooper) in real time. The series focuses on themes of online radicalization, misogyny, and familial relationships, illustrating how an otherwise ordinary teenager can become involved in a violent incident. By opting for real-time storytelling without edits, Adolescence presents an uninterrupted look at Jamie’s world and the factors influencing his choices. Tune in to hear our full thoughts on the series. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Dope Thief is a new Apple TV+ crime thriller/dark buddy comedy starring Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura as two Philly hustlers posing as DEA agents who rip off small-time dealers in their community. Adapted from Dennis Tafoya’s novel and produced/directed by Ridley Scott and Peter Craig (The Batman, Top Gun: Maverick), this series presents a bleak—though not hopeless—atmosphere. Tune in as we break down Episodes 1 and 2 (“Jolly Ranchers” and “Bat Out of Hell”), where we discuss the most interesting elements of the show, both on-screen and behind the camera. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Peacock’s latest crime drama follows Michaela “Mickey” Fitzpatrick (Amanda Seyfried), a Philadelphia cop racing to connect the dots behind a series of suspicious overdoses—while desperately searching for her missing sister among the victims. The 50-minute pilot, “These Girls,” Mickey defies protocol to chase clues nobody else will. Tune in as we weigh this show compared to other crime drama's, sort through our pros and cons and discuss the background. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Matt Murdock is back after a seven-year hiatus, and Daredevil: Born Again wastes no time shaking things up. The first two episodes—“Heaven’s Half Hour” and “Optics”—bring some of the darker energy from the Netflix era, while introducing a few Disney+ tweaks (including some superheroic agility). Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio reprise their iconic roles as Daredevil and Fisk, now clashing amid political corruption, personal tragedy, and NYC. With a creative overhaul that led to The Punisher’s Dario Scardapane being named showrunner, this series aims to blend brooding grit with MCU polish. Tune in as we break down premiere episodes, the new characters, our favorite moments, and how Daredevil: Born Again ranks among other shows we've reviewed this year. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Netflix’s new sports comedy, Running Point—created by Elaine Ko, Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen—follows a reformed party girl who’s handed the keys to her family’s fortune: an LA pro basketball team. Balancing egotistical players, conniving siblings, and over-the-top cameos, the new owner scrambles to keep The Waves afloat and in the playoff race. Think Ted Lasso meets Arrested Development and Nobody Wants This. Tune in to hear our thoughts and rating for Season 1. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

This animated sci-fi thriller created by Craig Silverstein adapts Ken Liu’s short stories, showing a near-parallel/future world where consciousness can be uploaded—and exploited by tech giants with dark agendas. With an all-star voice cast (Paul Dano, Maude Apatow, Daniel Dae Kim...), Pantheon dives deep into the ethics of immortality, identity, and corporate greed. Tune in as we discuss whether this mind-bending series is the next must-watch for sci-fi fans—or just another cautionary tale about playing god in Silicon Valley. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Suits is back—west coast style—with Stephen Amell, Josh McDermitt, and Maggie Grace tackling high-stakes deals, personal grudges, at the expense of any actual courtroom drama. The pilot of Suits LA shoves us headfirst into Ted Black’s law firm, where the intrigue is about who’s defecting (or double-crossing) and what's haunting Ted from his past. From messy mergers to family ghosts and double agents, this 43-minute ride packs in so many subplots it feels like an entire season’s worth of chaos. Tune in for our breakdown of what works, what doesn’t, and why Suits LA just might be worth the whiplash. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Robert De Niro headlines this new political conspiracy thriller as a retired president called back into action after a massive cyberattack devastates the nation. Joined by Jesse Plemons, Lizzy Caplan, and Joan Allen, Zero Day boasts a star-studded cast—but does it deliver on its doomsday premise or settle for a slow-moving, boomer fantasy? Tune in as we dissect the pilot’s high-profile cameos, debate its critical reception (which spans from “dull misfire” to “suspenseful nail-biter”), and decide whether this series truly captures the tension of modern cyber warfare—or just checks off the big-name box. Welcome to Today's Episode!

The CW’s new crime procedural stars Leighton Meester and Luke Cook as a sibling detective duo solving small-town cases under the watchful eye of their police-chief dad (Clancy Brown). Tune in as we discuss the pilot episode, "Peace in the Valley," where a botched pharmacy robbery turns deadly in a town of fewer than 4,000 people. Though it's a lighthearted spin on a tried-and-true family-cop formula, the small cast and low expectations make this an interesting show to compare, review, and rate. We also discuss what it means for The CW’s evolving lineup. Welcome to Today’s Episode!