Pilots The Podcast

Episode 050 – The Mindy Project – “Pilot” (ABC/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Schmee and Riker watch an old favorite of both fans, The Mindy Project (ABC/Hulu), with just the pilot episode, "Pilot." We discuss how effectively the first episode established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. 🍆

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Episode 049 – Weeds – “You Can’t Miss The Bear” (Showtime/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Schmee introduces Riker to Weeds (Showtime/Hulu), with just the pilot episode, "You Can't Miss The Bear." We discuss how effectively the first episode established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 048 – Grace and Frankie – “The End” (Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 04:17:11 +0000

This week, Schmee and Riker revisit a shared favorite show, Grace and Frankie (Netflix), with just the pilot episode, "The End" (technically, it's a season premiere, but whatever). We discuss how effectively the first episode established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. What now?

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Episode 047 – Russian Doll – “Nothing in This World Is Easy” (Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Schmee introduces Riker to Russian Doll (Netflix) with just the pilot episode, "Nothing in This World Is Easy" (technically, it's a season premiere, but whatever). We discuss how effectively the first episode established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. "Let's sit crooked and talk straight."

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Episode 046: The Good Place “Everything Is Fine” (NBC/Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, Schmee and Riker explore the pilot episode of The Good Place (NBC/Netflix), "Everything Is Fine." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. Please join us in our review of this charming and groundbreaking show. Thanks for listening, ashholes!

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Episode 045: Star Trek – Voyager – “Caretaker” (Netflix/Paramount+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 05:53:24 +0000

This week, we revisit Star Trek! We made our way from the newest Star Trek series, Lower Decks, and have worked our way back to this week's episode, Voyager. Riker, our resident Trekkie, introduces Schmee to Star Trek: Voyager (Netflix/Paramount+) with just the pilot episode, "Caretaker" (technically a two-parter). We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. Live long and prosper!

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Episode 044: Westworld – “The Original” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 01:52:54 +0000

This week, we dive into the eighth and final installment of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel or keep HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding content worth staying subscribed. In today's episode, Schmee and Riker explore Westworld (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "The Original." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. Stay after our regular review for our recap of the HBO MAX Showdown, and hear how the platform fared!!

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Episode 043: His Dark Materials – “Lyra’s Jordan” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 04:57:12 +0000

This week, we dive into the seventh installment of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel or keep HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding content worth staying subscribed. In today's episode, Schmee and Riker explore His Dark Materials (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "Lyra's Jordan." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. Check out the spots on this cat!!

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Episode 042: Hacks – “There Is No Line” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, dive into the sixth installment of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel or keep HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding content worth staying subscribed. In today's episode, Riker introduced Schmee to Hacks (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "There Is No Line." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 041: True Blood – “Strange Love” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, dive into the fifth installment of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel or keep HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding content worth staying subscribed. In today's episode, Schmee introduced Riker to True Blood (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "Strange Love." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

Possible Reboot in the Works: https://www.tvfanatic.com/2021/02/truth-seekers-canceled-at-amazon/

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Episode 040: Made for Love – “User One” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 03:41:01 +0000

This week, dive into the fourth installment of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel or keep HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding content worth staying subscribed. In today's episode, Schmee and Riker both watched Made for Love (HBO MAX) for the first time, dipping our toes in with just the pilot episode, "User One." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 039: Avenue 5 – “I Was Flying” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, we dive into the third episode of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding shows good enough to keep it. In today's episode, Riker introduces Schmee to Avenue 5 (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "I Was Flying." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 038: Harley Quinn – “Till Death Do Us Part” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week, dive into the second episode of the HBO MAX Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel HBO MAX?" and decided to make a challenge of finding shows good enough to keep it. In today's episode, Schmee introduces Riker to Harley Quinn (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "Till Death Do Us Part." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 037: Barry – “Chapter One: Make Your Mark” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:26:24 +0000

This week, we kick off the HBO Max Showdown! We asked ourselves, "Should we cancel HBO Max?" and decided to make a challenge of finding shows good enough to keep it. In today's episode, Schmee introduces Riker to Barry (HBO MAX) with just the pilot episode, "Chapter One: Make Your Mark." We discuss how effectively the pilot established the genre for the show, introduced the characters, presented the plot for the season/series to come, and hooked us to watch more. Do not forget to send a cryptic email to billing@BarryBlock.com and forward the response to PilotsThePodcast@gmail.com, and we will read it aloud in one of our episodes!

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Episode 036: Farscape – “Premiere” (Sci-Fi Channel/Amazon Prime)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series Farscape, “Premiere” (Sci-Fi/Amazon Prime). We discuss the old cheesy intro and judge the pilot in each of our four categories: 1) Genre/Theme - how well did it set expectations for the tone and conventions of the show 2) Characters - how effectively were we introduced to characters and whether they were compelling; 3) Series Plot - how well expectations were set for the series plot and week-to-week episodes to follow and 4) Hook - whether or not it had us coming back for more.

Are Luxans similar to Klingons? Are John Crichton and Peter Quill the same man? If not Earth, where next for our ragtag crew? And did you keep watching the series past this episode?!

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Episode 035: Star Trek – Enterprise – “Broken Bow” (Netflix/Paramount+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 27 May 2021 03:35:48 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series Star Trek - Enterprise, “Broken Bow” (Netflix/Paramount+). This is the fourth Star Trek series pilot we have reviewed, preceded by Lower Decks, Discovery, and Picard. We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more.

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Episode 034: Shadow and Bone – “A Searing Burst of Light” (Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 19 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series Shadow and Bone, "A Searing Burst of Light" (Netflix). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more (or didn't... womp-womp...)

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Episode 033: Once Upon a Time – “Pilot” (ABC/Disney+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 12 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series Once Upon a Time , "Pilot" (ABC/Disney+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 032: Star Wars: The Clone Wars – “Ambush” (Cartoon Network/Disney+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 04 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, "Ambush" (Cartoon Network/Disney+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 031: The Handmaid’s Tale – “Offred” (Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 06:02:15 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of the TV series The Handmaid's Tale, "Offred" (Hulu). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Not coincidentally, The Handmaid's Tale Season 4 is out now!! Let's talk about it! Email us at PilotsThePodcast@gmail.com.

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Episode 030: Dharma & Greg – “Pilot” (ABC/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Dharma & Greg, "Pilot" (ABC/Hulu). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 029: Rugrats – “Tommy’s First Birthday” (Nickelodeon/Paramount+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Rugrats, "Tommy's First Birthday" (Nickelodeon/Paramount+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Rugrats Opening Theme: https://youtu.be/jMEj9kQg3F8

Rugrats 2021 "First Look"/Trailer: https://youtu.be/sNky0GJG1x0

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Episode 028: Sex and the City – “Sex and the City” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Sex and the City, "Sex and the City" (HBO MAX). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Episode 027: Shameless – “Pilot” (Showtime/Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Shameless, "Pilot" (Showtime/Netflix). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 026: Buffy The Vampire Slayer – “Welcome to the Hellmouth” (The WB/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, "Welcome to the Hellmouth" (The WB/Hulu). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! Grr.. Argh.

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Episode 025: Star Trek: Picard – “Remembrance” (Paramount+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Star Trek: Picard, "Remembrance" (Paramount+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 024: WandaVision – “Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience” (Disney+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of WandaVision, "Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience" (Disney+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! Is there some "plopping" afoot ?? You tell us! PilotsThePodcast@gmail.com.

Check out the The Pizza and Pop Party Podcast -- https://jimmytheprince.com/ They talk sports, movies, snacks, and more!

The Pizza And Pop Party Podcast - WandaVision and the MCU https://jimmytheprince.com/new-episode-of-the-pizza-and-pop-party-podcast-featuring-pilots-the-podcast/ Great episode! Please check it out!! :D

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Episode 023: Fate the Winx Saga – “To the Waters and the Wild” (Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Fate the Winx Saga, "To the Waters and the Wild" (Netflix). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Fate the Winx Saga Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/dfXRud1AIiw Winx Club (the original animated series) https://youtu.be/_ENiRpspMhw

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Episode 022: Archer – “Mole Hunt” (FX/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Archer - "Mole Hunt" (FX/Hulu). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! Does Archer get some of its influence from Get Smart?? You tell us! PilotsThePodcast@gmail.com.

Get Smart (TV Series) Intro: https://youtu.be/sWEvp217Tzw

Get Smart (Movie) Intro: https://youtu.be/468XIBW94bw

Archer (TV Series) Intro: https://youtu.be/Y4ry6dWXyxA

FX Show 'Archer' To Drop ISIS Name, From NPR (10-13-2014): https://www.npr.org/2014/10/13/355769259/fx-show-archer-to-drop-isis-name

Jessica Walter Amber Nash And Lucky Yates Speak On FXX's "Archer": https://youtu.be/PewWOW3XZHk

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Episode 021: Raised by Wolves – “Raised by Wolves” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Raised by Wolves, "Raised by Wolves" (HBO MAX). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Ridley Scott Gives A Glimpse into His World https://youtu.be/rgFCRTfqRwI Ridley Scott's Sketches Come Alive on Your Screen https://youtu.be/tjD82nKybUA

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Episode 020: The Flight Attendant -“In Case of Emergency” (HBO MAX)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:06:07 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of The Flight Attendant, "In Case of Emergency" (HBO MAX). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! "QUIT WINKING AT ME!!"

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Episode 019: Arrested Development – “Pilot” (FOX/Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Arrested Development, "Pilot" (FOX/Netflix). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 018: The Office – “Pilot” (NBC/PeacockTV)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of The Office - "Pilot" (NBC/PeacockTV). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Office Ladies Podcast with Jenna Fischer (Pam) and Angela Kinsey (Angela): https://www.earwolf.com/show/office-ladies/ Casting The Office: https://youtu.be/sItKwZdGkTM Jim and Pam, Mixed Berry Scene:https://youtu.be/f3_SfSxzjqM Tell us -- what was in the bag!!!https://www.pilotsthepodcast.com/contact-us

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Episode 017: The Mandalorian – “Chapter 1: The Mandalorian” (Disney+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of The Mandalorian, "Chapter 1: The Mandalorian" (Disney+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

"Bad Guy," as we keep referring to one of the characters, was listed in iMDB credits as "The Client," who was played by Werner Herzog. Close enough??

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Episode 016: Firefly – “Serenity” (FOX/Hulu)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:58:14 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Firefly, "Serenity" (FOX/Hulu). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Firefly Opening Theme: https://youtu.be/o-sp68GjYL0 Psychotic Mal Prank Clip "Kaylee's Dead": https://youtu.be/kQtdfh2Uxoo?t=65

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Episode 015: Star Trek: Discovery – “The Vulcan Hello” and “Battle at the Binary Stars” (Paramount+)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 00:13:03 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the two-part pilot of Star Trek: Discovery, "The Vulcan Hello" and "Battle at the Binary Stars" (Paramount+). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Star Trek Discovery - Brig Ethical Protocols Clip https://youtu.be/QjxmfOd79vw

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Episode 014: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina – “Chapter One: October Country” (Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, "Chapter One: October Country" (Netflix). We discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Season 4 Exclusive Clip: https://youtu.be/7B202_rskiU The Cast of Sabrina The Teenage Witch Reacts to Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: https://youtu.be/q9ZADzr5fZs

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Episode 013: Patriot – “Milwaukee, America” (Amazon Prime)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Patriot, "Milwaukee, America" (Amazon Prime) and discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

Birds of Amsterdam Lyrics: https://genius.com/Michael-dorman-birds-of-amsterdam-lyrics Birds of Amsterdam Scene: https://youtu.be/6ZJbwkYa4pk

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Episode 012: Schitt’s Creek – “Our Cup Runneth Over” (CBC/Netflix)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Schitt's Creek, "Our Cup Runneth Over" (CBC/Netflix) and discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more!

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Episode 011: The Boys – “The Name of the Game” (Amazon Prime)

Pilots The Podcast With Schmee and Riker — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:00:55 +0000

This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of The Boys, "The Name of the Game" (Amazon Prime) and discuss how well it did in defining the genre/conventions of the show, introducing its characters, how well it informed the series plot, and how well it hooked us to watch more! **Warning: Contains the "C" word**