The Pilot Podcast answers our listeners’ question: “Should I watch this?” by reviewing pilot episodes of TV shows (network, streaming, and otherwise) in an efficient, informative, and funny format. Let us help guide your television viewing experience!
What type of story does Louis want to tell to Daniel? How dangerous and strong is Lestat? And how would Mitu handle an encounter with a vampire? Tune in to find out!
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Does this political drama have enough plot and intrigue? Has USA Network returned to its former glory as a legal drama superstar? How many aliens does it take to make a show feel like Alien? And how …
Is this the Texas animated show answer to Seinfeld? Does an animated show without hi-jinks work if the slice of life is interesting enough? And why is Peggy so free with Hank’s personal business? Tun…
Do we need a b plot in a half hour show? Is the 90s sitcom back? Why are k drama show titles so deliciously on the nose? And how long would BJ last in the wilderness? Tune in to find out!
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Can Ballard redeem her career with a team of volunteers? Do you need to know anything about Bosch before watching this spinoff? And how does this police procedural rank in a crowded genre? Tune in to…
Can Sophie find her footing in this Texan social circle? What secrets does Margo have in her past? Can we trust any of the husbands like Graham or Jed? And what happened when BJ and Mitu went skiing?…
Does this cast work outside the villa? How fun is it to do a one-year check-in on reality show casts and especially couples? And how can one woman, JaNa, be so radically correct? Tune in to find out!
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What are the ways Apple TV+ and Prime Video like to flex that cinematic action budget? How strong is Lena Dunham’s pen? And how much gambling can one golfer and everyone around him do? Tune in to fin…
Is Riri our new favorite MCU genius? How do we feel about tech and magic clashing in this show? And what name would Mitu give her personal AI? Tune in to find out!
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What does a family do when they are in debt? What has been going on in Canadian politics? And who has the most manipulation tactics? Tune in to find out!
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How do we feel about a gameshow calling on your strongest Where’s Waldo meets Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego skills? How does a morning routine work on the shared bus? And where do we recommen…
Are Insufferable Geniuses back in style? Does the millennial version of college work on today’s shows? Are Housewives kids built different? And what’s BJ’s favorite sneaker? Tune in to find out!
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How do we feel about this show about gambling high school kids? Are we invested in Yumeko’s mission? And what are our thoughts on gambling? Tune in to find out!
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What do you do when your sister and her boss have an unusual relationship? How will a mom and politician manage wild friends and family? Are we ready for a new adventure with a Librarian? And can we …
How did this listener-requested throwback measure up? How will Ryan handle all these wild rich people and why does he have to tuck a couple of them into bed? Why do BJ and Mitu want justice for Kirst…
How much bullying can we watch one teen (or prefect) endure? Do you need to be Star Wars hive to enjoy the animated shorts? And would BJ or Mitu like to stay in a royal’s home? Tune in to find out!
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Which couple do we like the most? What do we predict will happen to each of these relationships? And what are Mitu’s thoughts on couples trips? Tune in to find out!
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Should cheaters give each other another chance? Do we want to watch ballet? Is Sherlock better at solving crimes than Amelia? And if a cowboy goes for a drive at night, are there large rocks to hit? …
Why do emergency rooms need high recommendation/customer satisfaction rates? Why is Dr. Robby so particularly fine? And can inside out patients reliably answer intake questions? Tune in to find out!
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Do we have our Under the Arctic Sun? Would you bring chips and dip to a crime? How high are the anime budgets at Netflix? And would we thrive in an escape room reality show? Tune in to find out!
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