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Title NerdsSeason 4, Episode 1We kicked off the new season of Title Nerds with a deep-dive into wire fraud with our special guests John Gavigan, CEO of WireVault, which provides wire fraud prevention software, and Kinny Chan, Chief Commercial Officer of Trust Stamp, an identity verification company. Co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele discussed with John and Kinny the growing experience of lawyers and real estate professionals who are fending off fraudsters trying to intercept bank instructions and redirect payments to themselves.
John and Kinny shared some of the common scenarios that cyber criminals exploit, such as taking advantage of ban...2025-02-1752 minTitle NerdsSeason 3, Episode 6Co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele welcomed to the podcast special guest John Crowley, New Jersey State Counsel for Stewart Title Guaranty Company. Among other things, John tracks legislative developments and case law affecting the title arena for Stewart Title, acting as liaison between all business units. He is also head of Stewart Title’s CLE programming.
John provided several nuggets of advice for title agents and potential insureds, including:
Involve underwriting counsel early and often, as document review can take time depending on the transaction’s complexity.
Include all related files and documents to underwr...2025-01-0244 minTitle NerdsSeason 3, Episode 5Riker Danzig partners Stuart Lederman and Rudy Randazzo were our special guests for the 5th episode of Season 3, moderated by our co-hosts Michael O’Donnell and Bethany Abele. Stuart and Rudy practice in Riker’s Governmental Affairs and Litigation practices with extensive experience in Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law as well as Construction Law, regularly navigating issues of title, and frequently interacting with our title insurance attorneys at the intersection of title law and real property condemnations. Stuart and Rudy represent both governmental entities who are acquiring properties, and also property owners whose properties are targeted to be taken for par...2024-11-271h 00Title NerdsSeason 3, Episode 4Title Nerds co-hosts Michael O’Donnell and Bethany Abele talked with special guest Jeffrey Greif, a seasoned real estate title sales professional with 37 years’ experience, most of which has been with First American Title Insurance Company, with which he is a four-time Circle of Excellence award winner. Jeffrey explained why title insurance is necessary, to confirm that “the property you think you are buying is actually the property you are buying,” giving examples of the various title defects that can be uncovered when conducting title searches, including neighbor disputes, inheritance issues, fraud, and more. Jeffrey discussed how title insurance has evolve...2024-09-1628 min
Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyRandom Show in AugustIt's a random one from Riker and Bobby in August of 2024. Enjoy!2024-08-301h 04Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyDating, Spoilers, and MoreRiker and Bobby hang out and catch up for a rare in-person podcast.2024-08-091h 06Title NerdsSeason 3, Episode 3Co-hosts Michael O’Donnell and Bethany Abele welcomed special guest Scott Sumner, Vice President and Underwriting Counsel of Fidelity National Financial, who has played various roles in his 21-year career, including serving as NJ State Counsel and NJ State Manager for the business operations.
Scott provided insights as to what title agents can do to get their deals closed efficiently, including urging agents to raise potential issues as early as possible and to provide all known facts to the underwriting counsel. Some of the more challenging situations that Scott addressed were tidelands searches, bankruptcies and mortgage foreclosures, and...2024-07-3147 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyHot Springs, Workouts, and LifeRiker and Bobby catch up about recent life events.2024-07-181h 06
The CLEAR Pod32. What’s Next for Riker Lynch: New Horizons in EntertainmentLet’s Get CLEAR is your beacon of clarity in the chaos of everyday life with your host, Monica Pina, SVP of Investor Relations at Cliintel Capital Management Group, and your personal chaos coordinator.
In this two-part episode, we welcome Riker Lynch, a multi-faceted entertainer who has appeared in shows like “Glee,” “Dancing With The Stars,” and has toured with his band, R5, playing shows from Lollapalooza to appearances on Jimmy Kimmel and Good Morning America. Riker also hosts his own podcast, Glass Half Full. Riker joins us to share his experiences growing up, and how they shaped his...2024-07-1615 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyLive from InstagramRiker and Bobby answer your questions live on Instagram.2024-06-2156 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbySummer Plans 2024 Health and Fitness InspirationRiker and Bobby discuss their summer plans for 2024 as well as health and fitness inspiration to get feeling and looking your best for summer.2024-05-241h 01Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyListener Q&A, Netflix Is A Joke, The Driver Era Tour, and Technical DifficultiesRiker and Bobby catch up after The Driver Era Tour and answer your listener questions. Plus, it's full of technical difficulties. Cheers!2024-05-1758 minTitle NerdsSeason 3, Episode 2Riker Danzig partners Jim Lott and Diane Hickey were our special guests for the second episode of Season 3, moderated by our co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele. Jim and Diane practice in Riker’s Governmental Affairs practice with extensive experience in Land Use law, regularly dealing with disputes over title, and continually interacting with planning boards and the Department of Transportation at the intersection of title law and real estate development.
They explained to Bethany and Mike that most of their title examination for commercial development comes during thorough due diligence, whether for developers, lenders or inves...2024-05-0630 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyThe Driver Era's Production Manager - Jonathan Draper (and Riker's bass tech)Another tour episode for you! This time we've got Production and Stage Manager, Jonathan Draper. Draper (as Riker calls him) is also the stage left tech so he takes care of Riker, Ross, and now Ellington as well. Cheers!2024-05-0344 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyUFOs and A.I. with Chrissy NewtonAs if the title wasn't interesting enough, this one will blow your mind. Riker and Bobby are joined by Chrissy Newton, founder of VOCAB Communications, writer on The Debrief, and host of the podcast "Rebelliously Curious". Buckle up!2024-04-191h 05Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyThe Driver Era's Keyboard Player - Garrison JonesRiker and Bobby are joined by The Driver Era's keyboard player, Garrison Jones, from the tour in Maddison, WI. World's most contagious laugh and professor at Arizona State University. 2024-04-121h 14Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyStories from Riker in South America - March Listener Q&ARiker recording in Brazil and Bobby recording in California. The guys answer your listener questions and Riker's give us an update on the shows in South America.2024-03-2958 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyGlee and Greece with Dominic TracyToday we are graced with the presence of one of Riker's longest friends from the Glee days, one of the Warblers, Dominic Tracy. With vocal pipes that can grab onto your soul, Dominic joins the show to share his love for Beyonce and Greece and also share some funny stories from Hollywood. Cheers!2024-03-221h 04Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyBreckenridge Vipers and Clear Cannabis with Rick BatenburgToday is a very special episode because on the show we have the owner and captain of the semi-professional hockey team, the Breckenridge Vipers, Rick Batenburg. When he’s not playing hockey, Rick is the owner of Cliintel Capital which owns The Clear Cannabis, and in the episode, we get a very interesting peek behind the curtain of the cannabis industry. Rick and Riker have become great friends, he’s an excellent human with awesome energy and you know that’s what we’re all about here on the podcast. Cheers!2024-03-151h 03Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyLove and Relationships with Savannah LynchToday we are blessed with the presence of the Italian goddess herself, Mrs. Savannah Lynch who is Riker's beautiful wife. (Riker wrote this, can you tell?)Bobby interviews the couple about how they met, married life, and traveling the world together. We learn little tips for relationships and the things Riker does that drive Savannah crazy. Cheers!2024-03-081h 04Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyWorld Traveling and Flying Private Jets with Mark LynchOk listener we have a true legend on the show today. Our guest has traveled to over 70 counties. He flies private jets. He has skydived over the great pyramids in Egypt. Scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef. He plays hockey and is pretty much great at every sport he plays. He’s an author. And he’s the father of 5 Lynch kids. He just might be the most interesting man in the world. He’s Riker's best friend who also happens to be his dad, the one and only, Mark Lynch.Mark's book "Life's Little Handbook" available on Ama...2024-02-2354 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyWeddings and Music with Ni/CoRiker's fellow cast mates from the American Song Contest, "Ni.Co" join the show! Dani and Colton share their upcoming wedding, new music, and all sorts of good vibes with us. Cheers!2024-02-091h 03Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyNot one but TWO surprise guests! January Listener Q&ARiker and Bobby answer your listener questions in today's episode. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @glasshalffullshow and Tiktok @GlassHalfFull so you can be part of the next listener Q&A.2024-01-261h 07Glass Half Full with Riker and Bobby3 Kids Under 3 with Rydel FunkWe've got Riker's favorite sister on the show! Rydel Funk has 3 kids under 3 years old and still works full-time as an influencer and content creator. Tune in to find out just how she manages to make it all work and she reveals her favorite memories from life with the band R5.2024-01-051h 03Glass Half Full with Riker and Bobby2023 Wrap Up and Listener Q&AIn this episode Riker and Bobby answer YOUR questions, wrap up 2023 and look forward to 2024. Happy New Year!2023-12-291h 21Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyMixology and the band PUBLIC with John VaughnWe have cocktails on today's episode because not only is our guest the lead singer of the band PUBLIC but John Vaughn is a fellow cocktail and mixology enthusiast. On the episode, John shares the story of how his song "Make You Mine" blew up on TikTok, how he and his wife, Vanessa Merrell, met and formed the music duo Butterflytiger, and earlier this week Jon played in a holiday hockey tournament against Riker's brothers, Ross, Rocky, and Ryland. Who won? You’ll have to tune in to find out. So grab yourself a cocktail or mocktail and get cozy. It...2023-12-221h 07Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyNew Beat Fund with The FundToday we bring on the band New Beat Fund! Shelby, Jeff, and Paul, musicians, artists, and producers also known as "The Fund". You may have seen them as the band with Riker on the show American Song Contest. They've written and produced music for all kinds of different artists including most of Riker's songs. Their "New Beat Fund" tunes "Scare Me", "Halloween Birthdaze", and "Juice", are featured in Riker's movie "Aliens On Halloween" and their new song "Facts" is another banger. Cheers!2023-12-081h 02Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyKickboxing, Russia, and Comedy with Anya ZovaToday we welcome Anya Zova, actress, comedian, producer, and world kickboxing champion. Spoiler alert: Riker's NA beer explodes! 2023-12-011h 00Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyIf You Can Manifest, You Can Man-a-Heim with Milo ManheimIf You Can Manifest, You Can Man-a-Heim. Our guest today is Milo Manheim. From Disney’s "Zombies", one of the stars of the TV series "School Spirits" on Paramount+, and 2 huge films that just came out "Thanksgiving" and "Journey to Bethlehem". Milo and Riker met on trio-week of Dancing with the Stars.2023-11-241h 04Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyListener Q&ARiker and Bobby answer your questions.2023-11-171h 11
No Driving GlovesRiker's Electric Torpedo: A Racing Legacy 288sRiker's Electric Torpedo: A Racing LegacyIn 1901, the Riker Torpedo Race Car bolted onto the scene, a testament to the genius of its creator, Andrew Riker. An early believer in electric vehicles, Riker designed this battery-powered speed demon that would go on to shatter world records.On November 16, 1901, at Coney Island, New York, the Torpedo Racer zipped down a one-mile dirt track, reaching an astonishing 57.1 mph. In that moment, it claimed the title of the world’s fastest electric car and held it for an entire decade.Unlike many electric cars emerging during th...2023-11-1604 minGlass Half Full with Riker and BobbyTikToks and Total Awesomeness with Troy OsterbergTroy Osterberg (@troyosterberg on TikTok) joins us to talk movies, TV, sports, and his famous TikToks. Check out Troy and Riker in the movie "Colossal Youth"IceBarrel.com (discount code RIKER)2023-11-101h 05Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyIt's Tequila Time Space B*tches with Mark DeCarloWe probably should've drank tequila on this episode but hey, there's always next time! Today’s guest is Mark DeCarlo who you probably know from the Nickelodeon show Jimmy Neutron. He’s the voice the Jimmy’s dad Hugh as well as the hilarious "Commander Jerek" in Riker's scifi comedy film Aliens On Halloween which is now available to watch on TikTok by the way. Just go to Riker's profile and you’ll see the aliens on Halloween playlist right there.Mark is incredibly funny and he’s got stories for days. So grab your favorite beverage and get ready for an all...2023-11-031h 03Glass Half Full with Riker and Bobby"So nice, they named him twice!" It's Ahmed AhmedIt's legendary comedian Ahmed Ahmed.TrueDark.com use discount code: "RIKER" to get your very own blue-blocking glasses.2023-10-061h 00Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyPower Play! with Sam Reinhart of the Florida PanthersToday we welcome professional hockey player, Sam Reinhart, of the Florida Panthers aka Ross Lynch's stick-handling stunt double from the movie Status Update. Listen in as Riker nerds out about hockey and Bobby tells us his favorite sport to listen to.2023-09-2949 min
Glass Half Full with Riker and BobbyTequila New Fashioned with Mark O'BrienGetKion.com discount code RIKERMark O'Brienhttps://www.instagram.com/markobrienf...The Añejo New Fashioned0.25 oz Simple Syrup 2 dashes Angostura Bitters2 dashes Orange Bitters2 oz. Añejo CasamigosGarnish with an orange peel.Add all ingredients to a shaker. Add ice and stir quickly for 30-40 seconds. Strain into rocks glass. Add one large ice cube and garnish.RikerLynch.com2023-09-131h 02Title NerdsSeason 2, Episode 3Surveyor Keith Ludwig, PLS was the special guest for this episode of Title Nerds, in which he discussed with co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele his experience of over 42 years in the industry. With a specialty in researching ancient deeds and surveys, Keith shared some of the more fascinating matters he has encountered while conducting land surveys, including serving as a surveyor for a defendant in Atlantic County where title had gone back and forth between the same two families numerous times over 200 years. He noted that a major misconception about surveyors is that it is their responsibility to dete...2023-04-2431 minTitle NerdsSeason 2, Episode 2For our second episode of the new season, Title Nerds co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele interviewed Steve Gottheim, General Counsel of the American Land Title Association (“ALTA”). Steve discussed some of the primary issues of concern to ALTA and its members, including housing recession possibilities, public policy issues around increased access to affordable housing and, generating the most conversation, real estate and wire fraud. Steve noted that ALTA is deeply involved in providing education and assistance to title insurance and real estate professionals to help avoid scams and to identify money laundering scenarios. In addition, ALTA provides a host of e...2023-02-0927 minTitle NerdsSeason 2, Episode 1Title Nerds is excited to begin its second season of exploring title insurance and real estate litigation issues that Riker Danzig attorneys see in our practice. In this first episode of the new season, co-hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele enjoyed drawing on insights from one of our esteemed Of Counsel, New Jersey title insurance guru Vince Sharkey. Vince provided entertaining conversation about his journey into and through the title insurance world, and some of the significant cases and challenges in his practice, including recommendations for lawyers who represent title insurance companies as to how to effectively approach cases and...2022-08-0140 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 8In Episode 8 Riker Danzig welcomed two professionals from Qualia, a digital real estate closing platform that is changing the industry. Lyman Hopper, a long-time title insurance pro, and Tim Calandro, a senior account executive, spoke with hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele about why title and escrow companies are turning to digital platforms to better serve their clients. They explained that, in addition to helping professionals be more effective and productive in accomplishing the numerous tasks associated with closings, the all-in-one platform can make the closing process less stressful by providing automated property data retrieval and personalized dashboards to trac...2022-03-2138 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 7Episode 7 features one of Riker Danzig’s impressive retired judges, the Hon. Travis Francis, who was Assignment Judge for Middlesex County, Superior Court of New Jersey before joining Riker Danzig. Judge Francis is now an active mediator and discovery master in the Firm’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice. Co-Host Bethany Abele interviews Judge Francis about some of the intriguing title insurance and real estate cases that came before him when he was on the bench, including issues of quiet title, specific performance and adverse possession. Co-Host Michael O’Donnell joins Bethany and Judge Francis in the discussion, which headed “into the weeds,”...2022-02-1433 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 6Title Nerds hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele welcome title insurance industry professional Sam Shiel to the podcast for Episode Six. Sam Shiel of Madison Title Agency has a conversation with Mike about his early interest in title insurance and how he got started in the industry, and what is required of a title agent. Sam explains what it really means to be an independent nationwide title agent, as well as differences in markets, and then talks about the services beyond title searches and issuances of policies that may be provided by some title agents. The conversation also moves into...2022-01-0443 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 5In Episode Five of Title Nerds, hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele are joined by partners from Riker Danzig’s Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring Practice, along with Riker Danzig attorney Mike Crowley from the Title Insurance team. First, Bankruptcy Chair Joe Schwartz explains how liens and mortgages pass through bankruptcy. Partner Tara Schellhorn next joins Joe to address avoidance action-type claims, where Mike and Bethany questioned them about preferences as a way for Trustees to recoup payments and property interests, and best defenses against preferences. In a wide-ranging discussion, Joe and Tara provided insights on trustees being a hypothetical lien holder...2021-12-0240 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 4Partners from Riker Danzig’s Real Estate Practice join Title Nerds hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele for the fourth episode, along with fellow Riker Danzig attorney Kevin Hakansson. In the first segment, Mike and Bethany have a conversation with Real Estate partners Josh Greenfield and Jim Maggio about working with title insurance underwriters on big commercial closings. Along with discussing Schedule B exceptions, recommended ALTA endorsements and leasehold policies, Josh and Jim share some thorny title issues they’ve resolved with good title underwriters. They stress how critical the service component is for title companies as a differentiating quality...2021-11-0541 min
Small Things in Common1. IntroductionIt's obviously time for more Cowbell! Jen and the boys set up some quick introductions on what the small things in common project means and who they are. Longtime friends sitting back and chatting about how they are connected and how those connections form for all of us.Follow along with Jen's journey from American Gladiators to The Biggest loser working in the health and fitness industry meeting the Riker bros along the way. The brothers from being talent scouted to becoming twin (yes twins!) Abercrombie models which was just the tip of the...2021-10-1418 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 3Title Nerds hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele welcome special guest Mike Ham, the “Coolest Guy in Title Insurance,” to the podcast, along with fellow Riker Danzig attorney Desiree McDonald. In the first segment, the Title Nerds hosts interview Mike Ham, who is a commercial real estate title insurance sales executive with Fidelity National Title Group and hosts a wildly popular podcast, “The Morning Spotlight Podcast,” in which he brings on interesting guests in real estate and other industries. Mike talks about how he started in the title insurance industry, what sparked his podcast, how he helps his clients, and what it...2021-09-2933 min
Pilots The PodcastThe Mindy Project - "Pilot" (ABC/Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastWeeds - "You Can't Miss The Bear" (Showtime/Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastGrace and Frankie - "The End" (Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastRussian Doll - "Nothing in This World Is Easy" (Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastThe Good Place "Everything Is Fine" (NBC/Netflix)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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Check out our website at www.PilotsThePodcast.com.2021-08-1057 min
Pilots The PodcastStar Trek - Voyager - "Caretaker" (Netflix/Paramount+)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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Title NerdsSeason 1, Episode 2Title Nerds hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele welcome fellow Riker Danzig attorneys Ron Ahrens and Mike Crowley to the podcast. In the first segment, Mike O’Donnell and Ron Ahrens talk about coverage investigations in the context of title insurance, drawing on some of their experiences in uncovering fraud and collusion, as well as issues in more routine fact-based investigations. They cover the analysis of covered claims, including what issues are probed, the Eight Corners Doctrine and beyond, privilege issues when a challenge to title is being litigated at the same time a coverage investigation is ongoing, and commo...2021-07-2930 min
Pilots The PodcastWestworld - "The Original" (HBO MAX)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...2021-07-291h 19
Pilots The PodcastHis Dark Materials - "Lyra's Jordan" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastHacks - "There Is Not Line" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastTrue Blood - "Strange Love" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastMade for Love - "User One" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastAvenue 5 - "I Was Flying" (HBO MAX)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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No Excuses PodcastBack to the BasicsSam and Riker are back to breaking down current NBA playoff series and news from around sports!2021-06-2226 min
Pilots The PodcastHarley Quinn - "Till Death Do Us Part" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastBarry - "Chapter One: "Make Your Mark" (HBO MAX)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...2021-06-101h 14
Pilots The PodcastFarscape - "Premiere" (Sci-Fi/Amazon Prime)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.
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Pilots The PodcastStar Trek - Enterprise (Netflix/Paramount+)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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Pilots The PodcastShadow and Bone - "A Searing Burst of Light" (Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastOnce Upon a Time - "Pilot" (ABC/Disney+)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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Pilots The PodcastStar Wars: The Clone Wars - "Ambush" (Cartoon Network/Disney+)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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Check out our website at www.PilotsThePodcast.com.2021-05-0442 minTitle NerdsSeason 1, Episode 1Title Nerds hosts Mike O’Donnell and Bethany Abele are joined by fellow Riker Danzig attorneys Mary Kay Roberts and Mike Crowley. In this inaugural episode, Mike O’Donnell talks to Mike Crowley about the Fifth Circuit’s Hall v. Old Republic case (990 F.3d 933, 5th Cir. Mar. 10, 2021) concerning coverage for mechanic’s liens, and then turns to changes in ALTA’s Owner and Lender Policies. Bethany Abele and Mary Kay Roberts discuss New Jersey’s new “Daniel’s Law” (A1649 P.L.2020 c.125)/S3453 P.L. 2021, c.24) protecting the disclosure of certain personal information of judges, prosecutors and some others, as well as t...2021-05-0344 min
Pilots The PodcastThe Handmaid's Tale - "Offred" (Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastDharma & Greg - "Pilot" (ABC/Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastRugrats (Nickelodeon/Paramount+)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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Pilots The PodcastSex and the City - "Sex and the City" (HBO MAX) 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! 2021-04-061h 00
Pilots The PodcastShameless - "Pilot" (Showtime/Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastBuffy The Vampire Slayer - "Welcome to the Hellmouth" (The WB/Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastStar Trek: Picard - "Remembrance" (Paramount+)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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Pilots The PodcastWandaVision - "Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience" (Disney+)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.
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Pilots The PodcastFate the Winx Saga - "To the Waters and the Wind" (Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastArcher - "Mole Hunt" (FX/Hulu)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/Y4...2021-02-2359 min
Pilots The PodcastRaised by Wolves - "Raised by Wolves" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastThe Flight Attendant - "In Case of Emergency" (HBO MAX)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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Pilots The PodcastArrested Development - "Pilot" (FOX/Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastThe Office - "Pilot" (NBC/PeacockTV)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
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Pilots The PodcastThe Mandalorian - "Chapter 1: The Mandalorian" (Disney+)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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Pilots The PodcastFirefly - "Serenity" (FOX/Hulu)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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Pilots The PodcastStar Trek: Discovery - "The Vulcan Hello" and "Battle at the Binary Stars" (Paramount+)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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Pilots The PodcastChilling Adventures of Sabrina - "Chapter One: October Country" (Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastPatriot - "Milwaukee, America" (Amazon Prime)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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Pilots The PodcastSchitt's Creek - "Our Cup Runneth Over" (CBC/Netflix)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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Pilots The PodcastThe Boys - "The Name of the Game" (Amazon Prime)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**
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Pilots The PodcastDead to Me - "Pilot" (Netflix)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Dead to Me, "Pilot" (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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Pilots The PodcastYellowstone - "Daybreak" (Paramount+/Peacock)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Yellowstone, "Daybreak" (Paramount+/Peacock) 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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Pilots The PodcastNew Girl - "Pilot" (FOX/Netflix)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of New Girl, "Pilot" (FOX/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! Quick warning, there are some Game of Thrones spoilers (oops, tangent) for anyone who didn't already watch the series as a whole. Who's that girl? It's Jess!
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Pilots The PodcastFleabag - "Episode 1" (Amazon Prime)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Fleabag, "Episode 1" (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**
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Pilots The PodcastCobra Kai - "Ace Degenerate" (Netflix)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Cobra Kai, "Ace Degenerate" (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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Pilots The PodcastStar Trek: Lower Decks - "Second Contact" (Paramount+)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Star Trek: Lower Decks, "Second Contact" (Paramount+) 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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Pilots The PodcastBlack Sails - "I." (Starz/Hulu)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Black Sails, "I." (Starz/Hulu) 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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Pilots The PodcastCrazy Ex-Girlfriend - "Josh Just Happens to Live Here!" (CW/Netflix)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, "Josh Just Happens to Live Here!" (The CW/Hulu) 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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Pilots The PodcastFriends - "Pilot" (NBC/HBO MAX)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot of Friends, "Pilot" (NBC/HBO MAX) 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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Pilots The PodcastHow I Met Your Mother - "Pilot" (CBS/Hulu)This week TV addicts Schmee and Riker review the pilot episode of How I Met Your Mother, "Pilot" (CBS/Hulu) to discuss how well it did on its own merits and gush about the series as a whole.
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Pilots The PodcastTrailer - "Introduction" (Pilots The Podcast)Meet Schmee and Riker, two TV addicts who are ready to watch endless pilot episodes of their favorite TV shows to discuss how the first episode did on its own merits and gush about the show as a whole. Stay tuned; they may just watch the pilot episode of your favorite show next!
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