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!
We’re back with a relaxing, tropical resort series that looks like a toy box come to life! Can we relate to Haru? And what Pokemon did we enjoy seeing the most? Tune in to find out!
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Are we ready to dive into the world of Greek mythology? Or do we prepare an animated detective? How do we feel about a violent Marvel character? And how do we feel about a family who knows all about …
Happy New Year, TV lovers! This week, we got to reminisce on the pilots of 2023 that drove us to laugh, cry, and startle! We also shared some shows that surprised us. Which show did BJ love that shoc…
For our last show of the year (woah!), we review a holiday-themed sitcom with Superstore-style hi-jinks and lots of love to go around. What were our favorite stores to visit as teens? Is Roku the nex…
Families of all different kinds experience fun and danger on this week’s shows. How much gore can one cute show have? And can you enjoy a show about cars if you’re not a car person? Tune in to find o…
We watch a show within a show about flipping homes and philanthropy, HGTV’s Flipanthropy! Does it deserve to be a real show? Does it come too close to reality? And what exactly is the curse? Tune in …
What does a superfan think of this Scott Pilgrim retelling? Did we watch a show that captures classic mystery writing? Who likes potty jokes? And are there enough monsters? Tune in to find out!
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We revisit a show that one of us may have gatekept from the other for over a decade. Can you find hope in a hero more interested in being a bail bondsperson rather than bonding with other characters?…
This episode has it all. Family secrets, teamwork, and even some public health debate. Does BJ love a drama? Can Mitu handle animated show violence? Tune in to find out!
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We revisit a show that is seeing a resurgence in popularity. Do you need to go to Harvard Law to become a successful lawyer? Is this show still entertaining over 10 years later? Tune in to find out!
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What does it sound like when two chemists talk to each other? What happens after you wake up a vampire? Do you like Reggaeton? And who will be America’s Ultimate Supervillain? Tune in to find out!
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Do we need more Frasier? Do the laugh tracks and title cards still work for us? Which one of us has some fun Frasier facts? Tune in to find out!
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This week we learned people are willing to do * anything * to accomplish their goals. We also question if it’s easier to watch a show when everyone is kind of bad. And what’s with putting a big twist…
Are we ready to enter the bloody world of The Boys again? How great is Jaz Sinclair in this role? And what’s the overarching mystery? Tune in to find out!
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Are we watching a miniseries or TV movie this week? Which supermodel do you like the most? What’s it like to be a millennial parent? And why are friendships on television so heart-warming? Tune in to…
Is it a good thing this pilot felt like the first half of a movie? Why are people in trouble telling on themselves? Have we ever been whale watching? Tune in to find out!
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How surprisingly emotionally devastating is Predators? Do we get enough story from The Changeling and Fionna & Cake? How much do we care about the innerworkings of spy missions? Tune in to find out!
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Time for a live-action anime/manga adaptation! Do you need to be familiar with the anime or manga to enjoy the story? Do we like the hour long episode length? Do we want to be part of the Straw Hats …
Why is Sabine our new favorite Star Wars character? How do we feel about a coming-of-age story set in a small town? What’s up with robots fighting aliens? And who is Erin Carter? Tune in to find out!
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We get spooooky with this YA mystery! What’s with the butterflies? Is harboring a secret a citizenship requirement in this town? Is this another great YA entry into the genre of rambunctious friend g…