The Pilot Episode: Recent Episodes
Jeff McGee
TV Addicts review the first episode of a television series and discuss how the show started and how it evolved.
The gang stays on the Marvel train, but they almost jumped off this time. Iron Fist is....you know what, you should probably just listen. It's one of those shows, folks.
The gang is back on the Britcoms! This time out, they discuss a little-known show called Vicious. It's strainge that it's little-known becuase it starts Derek Jacobi and Ian McKellen!!!! So you know it's gonna be great. But how great? Listen and find out!
He's got Power, Man. I apologize for that pun, especially since a lot of you won't even get it. This time out, the gang dives back into Marvel television with Luke Cage! What happens with the villain is the most interesting character? Listen and find out!
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More Bob is always better right? We think so. After the Television Classic that was The Bob Newhart Show, the Buttoned Down Mind struck again with Newhart in 1982. Did Bob manage to catch lightning in a bottle twice? Probably. Listen and find out!
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We continue or discussion of the Marvel TV universe with the second Netflix show, Jessica Jones. It has a vastly different tone than Daredevil. Does it work for our crew? Listen and find out!
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Yo Willie! It's everyone's favorite alien from the '80s! No, not that one, the one from TV. No, Mork was in the '70s. We're talking about ALF! Does this show hold up, or has its humor passed it's prime? Listen and find out!
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We're back! After our extended hiatus we continue or Marvel Television series with the first Netflix show, Daredevil! Did this series help us see the MCU with a different set of eyes, or are we just blinded to our love of the material? Listen and find out!
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This episode is DYNOMITE!!!! Yeah, we really did have to. It's a spinoff of a spinoff!!! What kind of sorcery is this?? Unfortunately, Maude is not readily available to stream, so we had to skip over the 3rd All In the Family spinoff in favor of that spinoff's spinoff, Good TImes. Was it really a good time? Listen and find out!
Our discussion of the Marvel television universe continues with Agent Carter. Why did thsi show not last any longer than it did? Should it have? Will these questions ever get answered? Listen and find out!
The Norman Lear-A-Thon continues with the first spinoff of All In The Family: The Jeffersons! How does this show compare to it's parent program? Well, it ran longer, and at least one of the hosts finds it to be a better show. Listen and find out who!
Here at the Pilot Episode, we love acronyms, so listen to this show ASAP and PDQ you'll find you're having a good time. If you like Marvel movies, that is. Settle in folks, you're in for a trip!
Stifle yaself and listen to the dingbats discuss everyone's favorite bigot, Archie Bunker. ALL IN THE FAMILY was groundbreaking television, but was it funny? Listen and find out!
It's time to get spooky! The crew tries to exorcise some demons as they review EVIL!!! Come get scared with us!!
In the grand tradition of Barney Miller comes Brooklyn Nine-Nine, a workplace comedy set in a police station. It's got a VERY loyal following, but is that following deserved? And is Andy Samberg ever likeable? Listen and find out!
Is there anything that Alan Tudyk can't do? I'm sure there is, but we haven't found it yet. The crew discusses his latest triumph as the lead on Resident Alien, a quirky show that we had a lot of fun watching. And you'll have a lot of fun listening to us talk about it! Trust me!
What are we talkin' about this week? Well, this HAH?!?!...This week we're talkin' Shoresy, eh! The Letterkenny spinoff that's taking the world by storm! How does the show stack up to its predecessor? Listen and find out!
Are there more cops on TV than in real life? There might be if Blue Bloods is to be believed. But is it believable? Listen and find out how Tom Selleck's latest act is wearing.
The gang heads north of the border again to discuss a wonderful show called Corner Gas. Jeff describes it as "Exactly what I think of when I hear the term 'Canadian Sitcom'" and that's a good thing. Enjoy!
Wow! 100 episodes! If we were a TV show we'd be ready for syndication! But we aren't, so we'll just say thank you for sticking with us this long! To celebrate, the crew decided to list their top 5 TV Parents. Listen and see if you agree with their picks, or if they need to be put in hiatus!
There are a LOT of crime procedurals out there, so it's not surprising when one gets lost in the shuffle. What IS surprising is when a show as good as Lie To Me is one of the lost. Tim Roth plays a human lie detector. Can you tell if the hosts are being sincere with their thoughts? Listen and find out!
This time out the crew travels north of the border to discuss that Canadian phenomenon LETTERKENNY! Jeff is a newbie to the show, but he's guided by Cory and Regina who are experts. Is the show too polite for America? Listen and find out!
It's Murder, She Wrote meets Moonlighting! Only better! At least 1/3 of the crew thinks so. Which 2/3 disagrees? Listen and find out which of the team wasn't charmed by Nathan Fillion's antics as a mystery writer who "assists" the NYPD in murder cases!
Are We Having Fun Yet!?!?!?! YES WE ARE! The crew sits down to discuss a show that they all love. In fact, anyone who sees it loves it, but not many people have seen it. We're hoping to change that as we hip you to the genius of Party Down! If you're familiar, you'll enjoy the discussion. If you're not familiar, go to Hulu and get familiar. You can thank us later.
It's gritty, it's grimy, it's visceral, it's violent, it's THE SHIELD! The crew decided to depress themselves and discuss this groundbreaking police drama for you, our dear listeners. Was it worth the wallowing? Listen and find out!
None of us could believe we had never discussed this show before, because it's a favorite of all 3 hosts! Futurama is, quite simply, one of the best animated series ever produced. It's smart, funny, and it has a lot of heart. Still on the fence? Listen to the crew talk you into loving it!
This show is so great, we wanted to review it twice! Actually, only Jeff is reviewing it a second time. This was the second show we ever discussed, way back before Cory and Regina joined up. It's one of their favorite shows as well, so we thought you'd enjoy hearing their thoughts!
This time out, the crew turns the traditional family sitcom on its ear. Again. But this time, there's no laugh track. Raising Hope was created by Greg Garcia, of My Name Is Earl fame. Can this show rise to the level of THAT terrific series? Only one way to find out!
Jeff got really excited when he thought this week's show was a spinoff of Spaceballs, and was sorely disappointed to learn it was....something else. How do three Texas natives feel about the representation of their state and state capital in relation to first responders? Listen and find out!
We go a little modern this time out as we review Hulu's new offering, Only Murders In The Building. We decided to do this because we all LOVE the show and think you should be watching. So go watch already! Then come back and see if you think what we think!
911 is what Jeff will be dialing by the end of this episode, he was so traumatized by what he saw. Regina thinks it's the bee's knees and Cory...well, we aren't sure WHAT Cory thinks. But really, are we ever? See what the Los Angeles first-responders live like on the latest Pilot Episode review!
It's our favorite time of year! The time of spooks, goblins, witches, and special Halloween-themed episodes! The crew discusses their favorite spooky eps and hopefully introduce you to a few you haven't seen before!
Some people are just too pure for this world. Thankfully, Ted Lasso is still here anyway. The Pilot Episode discusses their first Apple Plus series with this charming show starring Jason Sudeikis. Are they disarmed by his homespun wisdom? Listen and learn!
Any Fillion is good Fillion, and The Rookie is no exception. Nathan Fillion's latest television venture is heading into its fourth season with no signs of slowing down, so The Pilot Episode crew thought it was time to discuss it. Are they won over by Nathan's charms once again? Listen and find out!
Mockumentaries are all the rage on TV right now, so do we really need another one? If that other one is What We Do In The Shadows the answer is YES, YES WE DO. The team thoroughly enjoyed this week's topic, and we hope you will enjoy the show as much as they did!
Superman's origin story is well-known. However, his awkward teenage years are where the fun REALLY is, right? You might not think so, but you might be wrong. The Pilot Episode crew reviews the first episode of Smallville, sometimes known as "Dawson's Creek with Superpowers." Is that description overly reductive? Listen and learn!
This time out, the crew reviews the first episode of the longest-running live-action sitcom in television history. Yes, you read that correctly. It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia has been running for more seasons than any other live-action sitcom ever. Even longer than MAS*H or The Big Bang Theory. Is its long run deserved? Listen and find out!
I pity the fool who misses this episode! Sorry, we had to. We're VERY excited to discuss this pilot. The A-Team is one of Jeff AND Regina's favorite shows, so expect lots of backstory and even more trivia than usual. We love it when a podcast comes together.
It's Taxi at an airport! Except, maybe not as good....or is it? This show lasted 172 episodes, and the crew spends some time trying to determine exactly how this happened when the show is widely regarded as the definition of mediocre. What say you? We'd love to hear about it!
This is one of the most celebrated shows of all-time, at least from a critical perspective. Has it held up since it's original airing in the 1980s? That really depends on your mindset, which is VERY apparent based on the discussion you're about to hear. We hope you enjoy this episode more than 2/3 of our hosts enjoyed the show.
Ah, the '80s. The best decade ever? The best decade EVER! And The Goldbergs lives there, so naturally it's one of Jeff's favorites. What about Cory and Regina? Are they as in love with the sitcom about the most dysfunctionally functional family to ever terrorize the Philly suburbs? Listen and find out
ANOTHER Procedural?? Nah, this isn't just ANY other procedural, this is BONES! Emily Deschanel and David Boreanaz have undeniable chemistry, so the show lasted over a decade! Was this quality and chemistry evident from the jump? Only one way to know for sure: LISTEN!
What does a yellow light mean? We don't know yet, because that joke didn't happen until a later season. Taxi is widely regarded as one of the greatest sitcoms of all time. Is this reputation earned? And is it earned from the first episode? Listen and find out!
You know what's fun to do right at bedtime? Watch a dark police procedural about serial killers! At least that's what SEEMS to happen with people who watch Criminal Minds! Jeff has never seen the show, but Cory and Regina are well-versed. Who's mileage will be better after the first episode? Listen and find out!
I do declare, The Pilot Episode is known for its Southern Hospitality, ain't it? No? Well, the Sugarbaker design firm certainly is! Or ARE they? Listen and find out if The Pilot Episode crew was charmed by the southern wiles of these debutantes, or if they turn it down like a long-sleeve shirt on the 4th of July. That was an awful simile. My apologies.
Nerd Alert!! As if you needed to be told that this is a show for nerds, but this is REALLY a show for nerds. Chuck takes nerd/geek culture and blends it with James Bond-esque action for a martini that is both shaken AND stirred to perfection! Do the critics at The Pilot Episode agree? Only one way to find out!
The Pilot Episode crew goes back to school this week to discuss Community! It's a favorite of all 3 hosts, so they're excited to bring this discussion to you. Does the show still get an A, or is it going to summer school? Listen and find out!
Everybody got their pineapple? We're VERY excited about this show because we're all HUGE fans of Psych! One of USA's most popular original shows, Jeff has the whole series almost memorized. Does it hold up to repeat viewings? Or even one? Listen and find out!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And the crew at The Pilot Episode wanted to share their favorite holiday-themed episodes with you! So join us for a trip down the halls of Christmases long, long ago and a Happy Holiday to all of you! Thank you for making our first year back so much fun.
Ah, the '70s, when women could finally break free of the bonds of the patriarchy, but only if they lived in Minneapolis. I think I may have missed the point of the show, but that doesn't mean The Pilot Episode crew did! Listen in as they discuss one of the greatest sitcoms every made, The Mary Tyler Moore Show!
These aren't Muppets in space, don't call them Muppets or Cory will get angry, and you wouldn't like him when he's angry...These are Henson Shop Creatures, thank you very much, and they're in outer space! In the late '90s, Canada gifted us with Farscape, a show that has been a favorite of Cory's for years, so he wanted to introduce the crew to it. How did the introduction go? Listen and find out!
The crew goes back in time further than they ever have before to discuss 1961's pilot of The Dick Van Dyke Show. This will be the true test of how well comedy holds up over time, as this show is 59 years old as of this recording!!! That's almost 60!!! Is it still chuckle-worthy, or should it be resigned to the file cabinet of "almost worked"? Listen and find out!
There was a time when you'd open up the latest issue of Mad magazine and find a wickedly written and cleverly illustrated parody of big-time Hollywood blockbusters, including eight of the nine Skywalker Saga films.
Alas the magazine has become a reprint vehicle nowadays, the victim of downsizing and budget cuts. Lost amid this change? Mad's adaptation and satirical take on "The Rise of Skywalker," leaving completists bereft of one final story.
But not for long. Tom Richmond and Desmond Devlin, both of whom charted years working for Mad, have undertaken an IndieGogo project -- Claptrap -- (https://bit.ly/2HCz3lk) that aims to expand upon Mad's vast library of film takedowns by adapting several films that, at the time, were overlooked or ignored.
We sat down with the pair to discuss what it was like being a part of Mad, what prompted the IndieGogo and just how rich a vein "The Rise of Skywalker" was for a new version of "Mad Goes to the Movies."
Did James Spader's acting get better as his hairline receded? Or did it just take some of the best television writing in history to bring out his star power? From his turn on The Practice and then Boston Legal, we knew the man could act. However, we had no idea he could impersonate Anthony Hopkins so perfectly. KIDDING!!! "Red" Reddington is quite different from Hannibal Lecter, but the comparisons between The Blacklist and Silence of the Lambs are well-earned. Did The Pilot Episode crew think the show overcame those comparisons to become a singularly excellent show? Listen and find out!
When you think about TV institutions, Al and Peg Bundy are not really a couple that automatically spring to mind. However, Married...With Children is one of the longer-running sitcoms in television history. How did a show that was a lightning rod for controversy and that is widely regarded as serving the lowest common denominator last so long? The Pilot Episode crew attempts to determine exactly that this time out.
Someone is ALWAYS watching you...That's the premise of the show we're discussing this time around! Person of Interest was an insanely well-received show that got cancelled because...well, you'll have to listen and find out. It's one of Regina's favorite shows ever. Will Cory and Jeff concur with her affection, or will she have a new sworn enemy by the time we're done?
Some sitcoms have an unearned reputation for being trite and simplistic and going for the lowest-common-denominator when it comes to humor. Just Shoot Me is not one of those shows. To find out what that means, you'll have to listen as the crew dissects this show about fashion magazines and....well...really just fashion magazines.
Wigs! And Kicks! Action! And Deception! Is anyone REALLY who they say they are? You know I forgot where I was going with this, but the point is that we're talking about ALIAS on this latest episode! This is a show with a tremendous reputation. Does the pilot stand up to that rep? Listen and learn!
The message of this week's show is important to MarvinDog Media, so we wanted everyone who listens to MarvinDog Media shows to have a chance to hear it.
Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for their new Masters Of The Universe Origins line, and Jeff thinks it's a good idea! Listen and and find out just how cool these figures were, and why the guys think they deserve another look
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Did I do that? Got any cheese? Ok, we're done. Thankfully, Steve Urkell did not show up in the first episode of Family Matters. Is the show better for it? The crew spends some time debating that, and it ended up being a good discussion. Listen for yourself, then pity Jeff for his unpleasant associations with the show.
Hail to the Chief! Or at least to Martin Sheen! This time out, the crew dives into the world of politics with The West Wing. It's one of the most acclaimed shows of all time, so of course Jeff has never seen it. And of course Cory has seen all of it. And Regina hasn't seen it, either, but we're still not sure she was born when the show started in 1999. But the discussion is lively, so we hope you enjoy!
Did Regina love Perfect Strangers? Don't Be Ridiculous! Ok, not that we got THAT out of the way, the crew actually did enjoy this 80's sitcom with the catchphrase that wouldn't stop. How MUCH did they enjoy it? Listen and find out!
Our Joss Whedon series comes to an end (for now) with his least-heralded work: Dollhouse. Cory LOVES this show. Did Regina and Jeff share his enthusiasm, or would they prefer a mind-wipe and new personalities? Listen and find out!
This time out the crew discusses a show that might as well be called The Earth Tone Show. Seriously, there's a LOT of brown and khaki in this show. But that doesn't mean it's not great! In fact, this is one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, The Bob Newhart Show! Stick around after the show for an enlightening discussion about Bob Newhart's senior years...But make sure you aren't eating while you listen...
You can't take the sky from me....or my microphone!!! The crew gets all shiny about another Joss Whedon series, Firefly! This short-lived series is one of the most beloved creations of the early 21st century. Listen in and find out why!
You know what's funny? War! You know what's funnier? People getting so injured in war that they require surgery! Wait...what? Yeah, that's what Jeff thought, too. Turns out, you CAN find humor in dark places, as evidenced by one of the most celebrated sitcoms of all time, MASH! Regina's favorite comedy takes center stage this time as the crew discusses the first episode of this classic sitcom that lasted longer than the war that it depicted!
It's another spinoff!!! But this time, it's a SERIOUS spinoff. A dark, brooding, emo spinoff. It's ANGEL!!! How did the crew feel about Joss Whedon's second trip into the ever-expanding Buffyverse? Was it too dark for its own good? Listen and find out!!
This time out, the crew decided to discuss a show with a little less drama than Buffy: Family Guy! You can't get much sillier or play with lower stakes than a show with a talking dog and tons of fart jokes. And yet, our fearless trio manages to have a serious discussion about the merits of the show! Enjoy!
It's about time! The Pilot Episode crew has been waiting for this show for a long time, and we're excited to finally bring it to you! Buffy is Cory's favorite show of all time, and it's in the top 10 (maybe top 7) for both Regina and Jeff, so you can see why the show clocks in at longer than normal. But fear not, it's quality AND quantity! So let's vamp it up, folks!
Don't call it a comeback! Actually, you CAN call it a comeback. After almost 5 years away, The Pilot Episode is making a triumphant return! Cory and Jeff are back with their new co-host Regina Davis to make you laugh and maybe help you learn a little bit, too! First up, one of the best spinoffs and one of the best sitcoms of all time: Frasier! Welcome back, friends!
It’s that time again! Cory and Jeff discuss the 2015 Emmy nominations and give their predictions for the winners, as well as who they think SHOULD win. The good news: Jeff has actually SEEN some of the shows this year!
Another episode, another Denis Leary joint. This time out, Jeff and Cory discuss Denis Leary’s second series, Rescue Me. It’s a bit of a departure for Leary, as the show is a serious drama sprinkled with dark comedy. As you … Continue reading →
Everybody knows Denis Leary had a hit TV show called “Rescue Me” in the 00’s. Did you know he had ANOTHER show in the early oughts? Neither did Cory. So it’s time to introduce yourself to The Job, a police … Continue reading →
What’s better than an imaginary friend? Chris O’Dowd being your imaginary friend, that’s what! This time out, Jeff and Cory discuss the first episode of Moone Boy, a sitcom created and co-written by Pilot Episode favorite O’Dowd. It’s set in … Continue reading →
Jeff and Cory get downright prehistoric on the latest episode! They go back eons and millenia and decades, even, to discuss the first episode of Dinosaurs! Does Jim Henson’s final sitcom stand the test of time, or is the humor … Continue reading →
Let it never be said that MarvinDog Media shies away from controversial subjects! This time out, Cory and Jeff discuss the first episode of the biggest sitcom of the 80s, The Cosby Show. Has the show held up since it … Continue reading →
The Tina Fey marathon continues! Jeff and Cory discuss the first episode of 30 Rock. Was Tina Fey correct in her assertion that this was one of the weakest pilots ever? Listen and find out!
In case you hadn’t heard, MarvinDog Media had to say “see you soon” to their mascot this week. Marvin led a full life in a short time, and Taylor sat down with Jeff to discuss just how Marvin and Jeff … Continue reading →
Females are strong as hell! And Kimmy Schmidt proves that! Jeff and Cory are back to discuss the Netflix original series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt! Has Netflix hit another one out of the park? Only one way to find out!
We’re baaaaaa-aaaaack!!!! After a more-than-brief hiatus, Cory and Jeff are back in a big way! To celebrate their triumphant return, they sat down to discuss one of their favorite animated sitcoms, Home Movies. You may have heard of it, you … Continue reading →
Hey guys, long time, no see. We realized Cory had never had the spotlight on him, and Jeff insisted that he tell us all about himself. So, being Cory, he was more than happy to oblige. Learn a little about … Continue reading →
To ring in the Fall TV season, Cory and Jeff sat down to discuss their most-anticipated new show’s pilot episode: Gotham. Does Batman without Batman work? Or is it a caped crusader shy of working? Listen and find out. Please … Continue reading →
This is the most bittersweet Pilot Episode yet. We’re discussing a comedy, but we’re saying goodbye to one of the founders of The Pilot Episode. Josh appears for the last time, so enjoy the Joshy goodness while you can! This … Continue reading →
Are the networks completely bereft of artistic content? The Emmy voters would have you believe it, base on the 2014 nominations. Is that a fair assessment? And what does this mean for the current landscape? Also, who’s gonna win? Cory … Continue reading →
We’re back! After an extended hiatus, The Pilot Episode returns to discuss a show that Josh and Cory could NOT be more excited about: The Big Bang Theory. If you read that last sentence in a sarcastic tone, you read … Continue reading →
Yeeeeeeeeeeeeee-Haaaaaaaw!!!! YES! It’s finally here, Josh and Cory agreed to discuss Jeff’s favorite, The Dukes of Hazzard! Jeff is VERY excited. Josh and Cory, not so much. But that doesn’t mean the discussion isn’t lively, it just means Jeff has … Continue reading →
This time out, The Pilot Episode gets raw, real, and very,very violent. That’s right, it’s another comedy! But seriously, this time we are discussing one of Jeff and Cory’s current favorites, Sons Of Anarchy. DON’T call it a “gang”….it’s a … Continue reading →
So, you think the Brits have cornered the market on men-in-drag comedy? Well think again! In 1980, 2 relative unknowns named Peter Scolari and Tom Hanks starred in a show that sought to tear down the walls of sexism, to … Continue reading →
You’ll never guess the show we discuss this time! Well, if you read the title, you will have a GOOD guess, but I stand by my joke. Anyway, Josh, Jeff, and Cory take a look at a show from our … Continue reading →
It stinks! Not really, actually it does the exact opposite! This time out, the guys are VERY excited to re-introduce you all to the pilot episode of The Critic! Remember when Jon Lovitz was funny? We do! Plus, we get … Continue reading →
Did you hear? Pilots are dying!!! Well, if Fox has its way, Pilot Season will be a thing of the past. What do our TV experts think of this news? Listen and find out!
It’s yet another Pilot Episode first, kids! This time out, your friends at The Pilot Episode discuss their top 5 favorite TV Theme Songs of all time, complete with song snippets! Listen in and find out how inspired Josh’s list … Continue reading →
No, you aren’t in the wrong place, we have a MarvinDog Media crossover episode! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Jeff loves the holidays, so Talking Toys with Taylor and Jeff has to do a holiday show every … Continue reading →
This time out, The Pilot Episode goes back. WAY back. Back to a simpler time, a time that even predates Cory: 1974. The late, great Darren McGavin was a leading man back then, and he carried a series for a … Continue reading →
Judge Reinhold as an actual Judge?!?! BRILLIANT! This time out, The Pilot Episode revisits Clerks The Animated Series to discuss the episode that actually AIRED first. In this case, it’s Episode 4, in which Dante gets taken to court by … Continue reading →
The voice of a generation (or at least the voice of a generation of slackers and fat guys), Kevin Smith brought his cult hit “Clerks” to television in animated form back at the turn of the century. It did not … Continue reading →
After last time’s VERY serious episode, we decide to go a little lighter this time, so we’re discussing an opus about drugs, violence, police corruption, and murder. That’s right, we’re talking about The Wire! If you haven’t watched this show, … Continue reading →
This time out, it gets a little heavy on The Pilot Episode. We are discussing the first episode of the first Law & Order spinoff, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. This show deals almost exclusively with sexual assault cases. … Continue reading →
A friend of mine recently said “All actors want to be Daniel Day-Lewis. Daniel Day-Lewis wants to be Brian Cranston.” After watching the pilot episode of Breaking Bad, we’re inclined to agree. Seriously. If you haven’t seen it, stop reading … Continue reading →
I told you we’d do it! Don’t lose your heads, it’s just a Pilot Episode Special Edition!!! We watched the premier of the new Fox series Sleepy Hollow. Did the show knock us out like Rip Van Winkle, or did … Continue reading →
In this day and age, it’s nice to know that race relations have come so far that we can all enjoy a show called “Whites.” It’s also good to know that Jeff is still very confused about why it’s called … Continue reading →
When is a Pilot Episode NOT a Pilot Episode? That’s a great question. This week our intrepid podcasters attempt to answer that question. Join Cory, Jeff, and Josh as they discuss the Law & Order episode that was MEANT to … Continue reading →
DUH-Duh!! This time out, we bring the Law, then we bring the Order. In THAT order. Ok, that was an awful joke, I apologize, but I do NOT apologize for this episode, as your friends at The Pilot Episode open … Continue reading →
Yo! It’s time for your friends at The Pilot Episode to go undercover and become made men with the…um…Atlantic City mafia? That’s right, it’s time for WISEGUY! This groundbreaking series doesn’t get much love from today’s viewers, but is it … Continue reading →
Time to get LOST! Yeah, I know, but I had to make that joke, right? We thought about making this a 2-parter, but just couldn’t bear to break it up, so enjoy our epic-est show yet as the Josh takes … Continue reading →
So what happens when you take something great and try to do it with a different accent? Well…it’s seldom good, that’s for sure. If you want proof, look no further than this edition of The Pilot Episode. This time out, … Continue reading →
There’s always money in the banana stand. And thanks to Netflix, there’s new Arrested Development to watch! After Jeff and Josh discussed the pilot episode of the Ron Howard-narrated modern classic, they thought it would be fun to take a … Continue reading →
Have you tried turning it off and back on again? If not, then you may have missed out on one of the greatest british sitcoms in the history of Britain or sitcoms! This time out, we finish up our Graham … Continue reading →
And it’s part 2 of our Graham Linehan trilogy (and part 3 of our Britcom series, but who’s counting?)!!! This time out, your fearless hosts discuss Black Books starring and co-created by Dylan Moran with Mr. Linehan. Will this literate … Continue reading →
We had so much fun with our last Britcom, we decided to do it again! This marks the beginning of our Graham Linehan series, as we take a look at the 3 most popular Britcoms created by Mr. Linehan in … Continue reading →
Shaun of the Dead. Hot Fuzz. Paul. It ALL starts HERE. This time out, the guys tackle their first Britcom as they discuss SPACED, the pop-culture extravaganza directed by Edgar Wright and written by Simon Pegg and Jessica Stevenson. Are … Continue reading →
Would you listen to a podcast about a podcast? Well, this time out, we’re watching a sitcom about a sitcom! It’s Metariffic! After our foray into talk shows last week, we are dialing back the clock to revisit Garry Shandling’s … Continue reading →
“So, it’s a show about a show? Sort of. Actually, that’s exactly what it is. You know what, just watch it.” – that’s how Josh explained The Larry Sanders Show to Jeff. Not really, but it MIGHT have gone something … Continue reading →
What would you think if I sang out of tune? Would you even care enough to tell me? Sure you would. And this time out, the guys at The Pilot Episode care enough to tell you EXACTLY what they think … Continue reading →
This time out, Cory gets his first wish granted: He requested that The Pilot Episode tackled the cult hit Freaks and Geeks. Jeff had never seen Freaks & Geeks. Jeff now LOVES Freaks & Geeks. If you’ve seen the show, … Continue reading →
NORM! That’s right, kids! This time around, The Pilot Episode goes to a place where everybody knows your name, and they’re USUALLY glad you came. “Cheers” has been a much-beloved and well-respected sitcom since it debuted in 1982, but was … Continue reading →
That’s right kids, with Santa’s visit just around the corner, the guys at The Pilot Episode have a special treat for everyone on the “Nice” list! We present A Pilot Episode Christmas! It’s a short little story about 3 guys … Continue reading →
This time out, the Pilot Episode boys leap, um, I mean, “slide” on into the first episode of the Jerry O’Connell series “Sliders”!!!! Listen in and find out if John Rhys Davies can out-act anyone on the planet, and listen … Continue reading →
Look! Inside your speakers! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, actually it’s just Jeff, Josh, and Cory, but THIS time out, they’re talking about real-live superheroes in the pilot episode of HEROES!!! Listen in and hear Jeff work his … Continue reading →
There’s a new boy in the neighborhood….actually it’s still the same 3 guys from last time. This time out Jeff, Josh, and Cory dissect a pillar of pop culture, a touchstone of television history, a sitcom of epic proportions. That’s … Continue reading →
BIG NEWS this time folks! Your fearless hosts are joined by a VERY special guest, CORY! Together, our brave trio dives into the first episode of Quantum Leap, arguably one of the greatest sci-fi shows of all time! Listen in … Continue reading →
What is the deal??? This time out, the guys watched the pilot episode of one of the greatest sitcoms of all time: Seinfeld! Did The Seinfeld Chronicles give us a taste of the Seinfeldian goodness that would come later? Listen … Continue reading →
It’s another VERY special Pilot Episode! I know, I know, we spoil you, we really do. This time around, it’s Jeff who is going on the “Endless Quest” adventure, and Josh will be choosing the paths that the story takes. … Continue reading →
That’s right, boys and girls, it’s a VERY special Pilot Episode! In this edition, you will hear Josh read an “Endless Quest” adventure, and Jeff will determine the paths that Josh’s story will take. Where will they end up? There’s … Continue reading →
It’s another Pilot Episode first! This time around, the guys discuss a Saturday morning cartoon, the short-lived Dungeons & Dragons from 1983! It’s fitting that this is being released so close to Halloween, since it seems to have scared Jeff … Continue reading →
Well folks, we have a first: A pilot episode that is so awful that Josh AND Jeff both agree that it’s dreck. BUT that doesn’t mean their discussion is bad! Far from it, listen in and hear the guys rip … Continue reading →
In this edition of The Pilot Episode, Josh and Jeff go back in time to a simpler, more innocent time. Well, at least back to a time with more bell bottom jeans and Farrah hair. That’s right, this time your … Continue reading →
In this edition of The Pilot Episode, travel back in time to the early 80’s as Josh and Jeff discuss the first episode of Simon & Simon starring Jameson Parker and Gerald McRaney. Listen and be amazed at just how … Continue reading →
In this edition of The Pilot Episode Josh and Jeff tackle the most recent show so far, Arrested Development. Listen in and find out if Josh is really an elitist blowhard, or if he just expects more from his media.
In this edition of The Pilot Episode, the guys discuss another of Jeff’s favorite shows, Night Court! Listen in and find out which character Jeff was often compared to during his awkward teenage years.
In this edition of The Pilot Episode, our hosts discuss one of Jeff’s all-time favorites, King of the Hill. Listen in and find out just why that boy ain’t right, and hear Josh show off his vocabulary.
In this edition of The Pilot Episode, our fearless leaders dive into the 1993 premiere episode of one of Josh’s favorite shows, The X Files. Listen in, and find out the precise moment in history when large glasses were sexy.
In this episode, Josh and Jeff discuss the first episode of the greatest show to ever star a helicopter: AIRWOLF! Listen in and find out if Jan-Michael Vincent’s laconic portrayal of Stringfellow Hawke can make up for Ernest Borgnine’s casual … Continue reading →