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We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 96 - Attack on TitanWe're continuing Adult Animation Month with another classic anime, Attack on Titan! Set in a post-apocalyptic future where humans hide behind giant walled cities in order to keep out Titans, giant humanoid creatures that feed on humans. When the city walls are breached by a Titan, our protagonist Eren and his friends Mikasa and Armin make a decision to either fight or hide. On today's episode, we discuss what we thought about the pilot, our favorite post-apocalyptic movies/shows, and whether or not you can relate to something so out of the ordinary. Enjoy!
2025-05-2342 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 95 - BoJack HorsemanWe're continuing Adult Animation month with a show neither one of us has ever seen. We are dropped into the life of former 90s sitcom star, BoJack Horseman, as he desperately attempts to become relevant again. We both feel as if this is a special era in the entertainment industry where actors are having major comebacks, winning or being nominated for awards, and reminding everyone that just because you're not getting roles doesn't mean you aren't talented. We discuss everyone from Demi Moore to Ke Huy Quan to Brendan Fraser plus many more (and also Mandy Moore). Since this...2025-05-2056 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 94 - South ParkIt's hard to imagine anyone who's never heard of South Park. It was a show that stepped over every line, crossed every boundary, and showed us that no one is safe from being a punchline. On today's episode, we went back to 1997 with some of the worst animation ever, and watched the pilot episode which focused on aliens invading South Park. Along with the pilot we discuss our history with this show, whether or not we believe in aliens, but our biggest topic is a question we ask ourselves which is: is South Park's brand of humor acceptable or...2025-05-1643 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 93 - Bob's BurgersWhat's your favorite burger? That's a question we spend a long time answering on this episode. Luckily it fits with the show's pilot we're judging today and that's Bob's Burgers. One of the most charming, funniest animated series we've ever watched, Bob's Burgers is a favorite in our house and we had a blast talking about it. Along with the pilot, we (more or less) rank our favorite fast food burgers, other favorite restaurant burgers, and in the spirit of Bob's Burgers, we created our own specialty burger. Plus we talk about how much we love this show and...2025-05-1340 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 92 - Death NoteWe're so back and ready to continue Adult Animation Month. On today's episode, we discuss the pilot for an anime which is also considered to be one of the greatest TV series of all time... Death Note. A franchise that has spawned several live-action movies, a live-action TV show, videos games, novels, and even a musical, Death Note has made its mark in TV history. Even if you don't like anime, you'll like Death Note. A series that focuses on the moral dilemma of vigilante justice, we discuss (along with the pilot) our take on this particular topic. Enjoy!2025-05-0931 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 91 - The SimpsonsCan you believe it's already May?! We are steadily approaching our 100th episode and 1 year anniversary! We are kicking off Adult Animation Month with a show that wasn't the first primetime animated show but it was the show that brought it into the mainstream, The Simpsons. It's hard to believe that this show was a spin-off from The Tracey Ullman Show. Although not originally intended to be the show's pilot, this episode served as a Christmas Special so along with the pilot, we discuss memorable Christmases we had as well as our history with The Simpsons. Enjoy!
2025-05-0251 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 90 - And Just Like ThatAnd just like that, Anna Month has come to an end! On today's episode we are discussing the pilot for the Sex & the City revival entitled: And Just Like That. We go on a few rants this episode ranging from comparing the two shows, comparing the two pilots, and of course talking about how we feel the character evolved (or devolved). We also discuss our friend groups over the years and the importance of maintaining friendships or being mature enough to let one go. We also we'll be letting everyone know what our theme for May will be! Enjoy! 2025-04-301h 08We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 89 - The Handmaid's TaleWe get a little serious today as we talk about what's going in our country right now while judging the pilot for The Handmaid's Tale. A dystopian drama that pushes boundaries and forces us to rethink what humans are capable of. It's hard not to parallel this show to what is happening in the US right now. Hope everyone enjoys it.
2025-04-2544 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 88 - Desperate HousewivesAnna's birthday might be over but we're celebrating Anna Month and today's episode represents the era in her life where she first became a homeowner and was living in the suburbs of Seattle. Today's show, Desperate Housewives, was once the #1 scripted series on TV and everyone wanted to know what was happening on Wisteria Lane. Along with the pilot, Anna talks about her days of being a homeowner in the suburbs and all the drama that came with it, we briefly talk about the neighborhood we live in now, and Jeff goes on a little rant about how podcasting...2025-04-2256 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 87 - Ally McBeal (It's Anna's Birthday!!)We're celebrating another year of Anna's life and judging the pilot of a show that parallels one of the most important eras of her life: law school.. and that's Ally McBeal. Once a huge hit and a brief part in pop culture, Ally McBeal was unlike the other comedies on TV. Along with the pilot, we talk about Anna's law school era of her life and the events leading up to her going to law school. Happy Birthday, Anna!
2025-04-1959 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 86 - SuperstoreSurprise! You get a second episode today! We're talking the pilot of one of our all-time favorite shows, Superstore. As we continue Anna Month, we are now in the Retail Era of her life. Shortly after graduating college and becoming a teacher, Anna lost her job and moved back home and began working in a mall department store. Anna talks about that part of our lives and we also talk about how much we love Superstore! Come take a listen!
2025-04-1647 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 85 - GirlsSorry for the delay. We were without Wi-Fi for a few days but we are so back! We're continuing Anna Month with one of the more polarizing shows we've done. We've entered the post-grad era of Anna's life when she was figuring out what she wanted to do with her life and that's exactly where Girls begins. The main character, Hannah, has been cut off by her parents and now has to figure out how to support herself. On today's episode, we discuss millennial culture and if Girls is an accurate portrayal of it and Anna talks about her...2025-04-1559 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 84 - The Sex Lives of College GirlsTrigger Warning: sexual assault will be discussed in this episode.
2025-04-081h 09We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 83 - The Mary Tyler Moore ShowIt was one of the most influential TV shows of all time. It launched the careers of several icons including Cloris Leachman and Betty White. It changed the face of TV as we know it... it's The Mary Tyler Moore Show. A show that inspired Anna to become the person she is today. You could say Anna became Mary Richards. Along with the pilot, Anna talks about how this show inspired her and we talk about the first time we were officially on our own. We had fun on this one and so come take a listen!
2025-04-0454 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 82 - SistersWe are so back and that's no joke! Today, we are kicking off Anna Month with an underrated 90's family drama, Sisters. Sisters was a series that centered around the lives of 4 very different, but very close sisters. Having sisters of our own, we have plenty of stories but we also talk about our sibling dynamic (along with the pilot, of course). Hope you enjoy!
2025-04-0154 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 81 - TremeGet ready because this is an emotional one! As natives of southern Louisiana, we were directly affected by Hurricane Katrina and this show brought us right back to that time in our lives. Set just a few months after Katrina, Treme focuses on the local residents in a neighborhood in New Orleans are trying to get their life back together. On today's episode, we both tell our story of how we dealt with the hurricane and all the events leading up to it as well as the aftermath. We both get very emotional during this episode so be prepared! 2025-03-281h 17We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 80 - Brooklyn Nine-NineWe're back and we're both incredibly excited for today's episode. Brooklyn Nine-Nine is one of our all-time favorite shows and you can feel love this episode. Not only do we talk about how much we love this show but we share some more work stories, mostly involving dealing with a new boss, Jeff shares a story about having to train a new manager that thought he knew everything about everything, and a time he was sent home by a manager while on break. It's a fun episode so you don't want to miss it!
2025-03-251h 08We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 79 - SalemFire burn and cauldron bubble, am I right? That was the spell we conjured to get 2000 downloads! We are traveling back to the 1600s to Salem, Massachusetts where a bunch of zealous white dudes decided that some women were witches and everyone lost their minds. The TV series, Salem, decided to put a supernatural twist on the historical event and we aren't complaining. Along with the pilot, we discuss our favorite folk horrors, why we think everyone is obsessed with the Salem Witch Trials and we take some time to talk about the podcast and our process. It's a...2025-03-1451 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 78 - AtlantaWe didn't need another excuse to talk about how much we love Donald Glover but we have one today! Atlanta has gone down as one of the best comedies of the 21st century and is best known for his unique, quirky sense of humor. Along with the pilot, we talk about people we knew that went on to achieve success in the public eye, we talk about the Saints/Falcons rivalry, and Atlanta shares some stories of her travels to Atlanta. Come take a listen!
2025-03-1147 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 77 - Tulsa KingPicture it: you've been in prison for 25 years. You finally get out and you find out you're being relocated from New York City to Tulsa! Would you be excited? I think we would be! We're definitely excited for today's episode where we watched and discuss a pilot neither one of us had ever seen, Tulsa King. Dwight Manfredi, played by the legendary Sylvester Stallone, is a fish out of water as he tries to set up a new life in the American Midwest. Along with the pilot we discuss our favorite gangster/mafia movies and TV shows as well...2025-03-071h 00We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 76 - OzarkWe're starting March off with a show that we both love and a show that stresses us both out. When Ozark premiered on Netflix, it was unlike any other show that was on at the time and that's what kept us watching. As one of the most watched series on Netflix, Ozark has remained in the zeitgeist as one of the best TV dramas of the 21st century. Along with the pilot, we talk about family vacations, places we'd relocate to, and of course, Jeff tells another story where he got in trouble on a family trip. Come take...2025-03-0459 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 75 - FireflyCan you believe February is already over? We had this a blast this month. We're closing out Short Lived TV Show Month with one of the most popular and beloved one season shows of all time... Firefly. A show neither one of us had ever seen and only one of us had ever heard of it. Set 500 years in the future, we follow a rag tag group of rebels traveling through space trying to make money and dodge the law. Along with the pilot, we talk about some of our other favorite short-lived shows that didn't make the cut...2025-02-281h 04We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 74 - Higher GroundContinuing our month of short-lived shows, we have another gem from Jeff's youth that he couldn't wait to share with everyone. Jeff first watched this show when he was 15 and full of teen angst which made him a perfect fit for this millennial teen drama, Higher Ground. Originally airing back in 2000, the show delves into the troubled lives of a group of teens at a "rehab high school". Perhaps best known for starring a pre-Anakin Hayden Christensen and a pre-FBI agent A.J. Cook, Higher Ground tackled subjects that other high school schools were too afraid of and showed...2025-02-251h 03We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 74 - Higher GroundContinuing our month of short-lived shows, we have another gem from Jeff's youth that he couldn't wait to share with everyone. Jeff first watched this show when he was 15 and full of teen angst which is perfect fit for this millennial teen drama, Higher Ground. Originally airing on FOX Family back in 2000, the show delves into the troubled lives of a group of teens at a "rehab high school" out in the middle of the wilderness. Perhaps best known for launching the careers of A.J. Cook and Hayden Christensen, Higher Ground went where most high school shows wouldn't...2025-02-2533 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 73 - Rags to RichesDefinitely one of our lesser known shows, Rags to Riches was a short-lived series that introduced many of us to the "jukebox musical". Launching the careers of future TV stars such as Tisha Campbell and Heather McAdam, Rags to Riches is an underrated gem chock-full of charm and feel good vibes. We discuss the pilot but Jeff dives in on his history with this show, how it followed him around throughout his youth, we also continue our discussion of our favorite musicals, overrated musicals, and ones we haven't seen but want to. Come take a listen!
2025-02-211h 05We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 72 - The Get DownWe are celebrating love and music today with a short-lived show that made a big impact on both of us! The Get Down has become a modern-day cult classic and we understand why. Set in the South Bronx in the late 70's, the show's set design, costumes, great cast, great writing, and of course, great music had us hooked! We kept things pretty light this episode but we had a blast talking about our love of disco, hip hop, and punk rock. We talk about our favorite soundtracks of all time and Jeff tells a little story about how...2025-02-141h 00We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 71 - TogethernessWe're continuing this month's theme of "Short-Lived TV Shows" with another hidden gem. Togetherness aired on HBO during the height of other popular shows like Game of Thrones, Silicon Valley, Veep, and Girls and simply fell through the cracks. Created by The Duplass Brothers (also New Orleans natives), this show is all about relationships, family, and friendship. Along with the pilot, we discuss our "red flags", times we had unexpected roommates, and we tell stories of going to the beach. And of course, Jeff tells a story of a family trip to the beach where he got in trouble...2025-02-111h 02We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 70 - WatchmenGraphic novel. Feature film. Now, a series. Watchmen is regarded as one of the most unique superhero stories remembered most for its dark tones and one of a kind characters. Along with the pilot, we discuss our favorite comic books/movies/tv shows as well as stories where we had run-in's with the law. Come take a listen!
2025-02-071h 03We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 69 - My So-Called LifeAngst. Hair dye. Plaid. Jared Leto. These are some of the things we think of when we think about our first show this month: My So-Called Life. To refer to this show as a cult classic feels like an understatement. This show is more like THE cult classic when it comes to 90s TV and it fits our theme of "Short-Lived TV Shows" to a tee. Regardless of what decade you were a teenager, My So-Called Life brings us all back to that era of our lives where we were full of self-doubt, angst, and all we wanted was...2025-02-041h 01We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 68 - Grace and FrankieIt's never too late to start over and find your own happiness. Do you agree with that? Well, I'm not sure the titular characters of Grace and Frankie would agree, at least not in the pilot episode. We watched the pilot for a show neither one of us have ever seen but we certainly knew the cast because it's full of legends! Iconic comedic duo Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin star in this charming comedy series about finding yourself in your 70s. Along with the pilot, we talk about times we witnessed public breakups, our favorite comedic duos, and...2025-01-3157 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 67 - Ginny & GeorgiaHow far would you go to protect your loved ones? That's a question you may find asking yourself while watching Ginny and Georgia. We're continuing Fresh Start January with this Netflix original that centers around a young mother and her teenage daughter, a premise we've heard before but this one's a little different. A long with the pilot, we discuss times we stood up for ourselves, times our parents stood up for us, and where we got our names. This is a fun one so you don't want to miss it!
2025-01-2857 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 66 - Happy EndingsThis is a show that is very special to us because it's the first show that became "our show". Jeff introduced this series to Anna when they first met and we both fell in love with it. Happy Endings may seem like just another "friend group series" but for us, it's so much more. Along with the pilot, we discuss our love for this show but mostly we share our most embarrassing breakup stories. You don't want to miss this because it's a good one! Come take a listen!
2025-01-241h 09We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 65 - Emily in ParisIf you were moving to a foreign country, wouldn't you at least try to learn the native language? This is a question that often comes up with the show we are judging today which is the Netflix hit series, Emily in Paris. Emily Cooper is your average quirky protagonist that has been offered a last minute job working in Paris forcing her to leave behind her old life and boyfriend. As the show progresses, many fans began to dislike Emily, something we weren't aware of, so this inspired Jeff to make a list of the most frequently ranked "Most...2025-01-171h 01We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 64 - The Fresh Prince of Bel-AirEasily one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 90s, possibly the most recognizable theme song ever, and also known for launching the career of one of the highest paid actors of all time... of course, we're talking about The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air! Jeff talks about why this is one of his all-time favorite shows, we discuss why we think this show had such a huge impact on pop culture as well as time we experienced culture shock, and much more! Come take a listen!
2025-01-1450 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 63 - Northern ExposureWould you work in a remote town for 4 years if it meant your entire schooling would be paid for? That's the obstacle Joel faces in a show we'd never seen before, Northern Exposure. This charming and somewhat eccentric 90's gem left us thinking about our trip to Alaska, some more crazy work stories, and much more! Come take a listen!
2025-01-1047 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 62 - The JeffersonsHilarious. Unforgettable. Groundbreaking. Just a few words that describe one of the most popular TV shows of the 1970s, The Jeffersons. Like most of Norman Lear's sitcoms, The Jeffersons tackled subjects that reflected the times and it started many conversations. Along with the pilot, we discuss the impact that shows like The Jeffersons had on society, Anna talks about visiting New York in the 70s, and we contemplate if we're too afraid to have certain conversations today. Come take a listen!
2025-01-0845 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 61 - New GirlNew Year, new episode, New Girl! We're starting 2025 with a feel-good sitcom that will warm your heart. A show that is so sweet, it might give you a toothache. We follow Jess as she navigates being single after a bad breakup and her adventures with her 3 new roommates as they help her re-enter the single world. Along with the pilot, we talk New Years Resolutions, more roommate stories, and much more because we got sidetracked many times this episode but it was worth it. Come take a listen!
2025-01-031h 06We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 60 - Sex and the CityLet us be the last podcast you listen to in 2024! We're closing out the year where it all began, with Sex and the City. Should Carrie have ended up with Big? Did Carrie get a proper ending or was it a little too rushed? We both share our opinion on the subject and we also reveal what the theme for January will be! Happy New Year!
2024-12-311h 07We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 59 - Game of ThronesHappy Holidays! Our gift to you is a new episode and this one was a doozy! Hands down one of the most polarizing final seasons and series finales of all time, Game of Thrones. We even have pretty polarizing opinions on the subject. Just letting everyone know, we go off on some Game of Thrones tangents for this episode along with discussing gift exchange games and why we like or dislike them. Come take a listen!
2024-12-2548 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 58 - M*A*S*HIt would seem silly to do a month dedicated to series finales and not cover the most watched series finale of all time, MASH. With over 105 million people tuning in, it is the most watched scripted tv program of all time. Along with the series finale, Anna looks back on when she originally watched the series finale and all the memories that came back while watching. Come take a listen!
2024-12-2041 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 57 - Mad MenContinuing Series Finale Month, we are having some cocktails and returning to the office with Mad Men. Starting out in the conservative 1960 and ending the series in the much more casual, laid back 1970. Don is having an identity crisis. Betty comes face to face with her own mortality. Joan and Peggy are finding their own path to success. And Pete... well, who actually cares about Pete? Anna reflects on watching the series finale when it originally aired and how the show resonates with her being a child of the 70's. And Jeff had to edit so much of himself...2024-12-1736 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 56 - Boy Meets World"Believe in yourselves. Dream. Try. Do good." Mr. Feeny's famous last words during the final scene of one of Jeff's all-time favorite shows. Another emotional episode headed your way as we cruise through Series Finale Month with Boy Meets World. Along with the series finale, Jeff opens up about how special this show is to him and why. Despite never watching the entire series, Anna still gets in her feels as well. Do yourself a favor and watch the series finale of Boy Meets World... but listen to this episode first! Come take a listen!
2024-12-1341 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 55 - Schitt's CreekWe're continuing Series Finale Month with another one of our all-time favorites, Schitt's Creek! This was a show that came out of nowhere for a lot of us Americans, so much so that most of us didn't discover it until the series was almost over. Along with the series finale, we discuss our love for this show and everything that comes with it. Come take a listen!
2024-12-1050 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 54 - The Wonder YearsThis is going to be an emotional month for both of us as we delve into one of Jeff's all-time favorite series finales, The Wonder Years. It's 1973 and Kevin is working a summer job but is contemplating his future. Not everything turns out like you plan and Kevin learns this the hard way. On today's episode, we mostly talk about what we thought of the series finale, if we agree with how it ended, and we briefly talk about summer jobs. Jeff even gets a little choked up at the end while reading the final narration of Adult Kevin...2024-12-0648 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 53 - Gilmore GirlsWe're kicking off Series Finale Month with one of Anna's favorite shows, Gilmore Girls. One of the more polarizing series finales, you either loved it or hated it but we both fall somewhere in the middle. Rory is saying goodbye to her mother, her family, and the people of Stars Hollow to pursue her dreams but it isn't easy for anyone, especially the townspeople who are REALLY involved in her life. Along with the series finale, we share our personal history with transitioning to a new city, surprise parties, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-12-0342 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 52 - The CrownIt's our final episode of November and we're finally steering away from American politics and experiencing the politics from our friends across the pond in the UK. The Crown is a Netflix original that has gained critical acclaim, is beloved by fans, and has won a ton of awards. Can you believe we've never watched it? Along with the pilot, we'll be discussing Jeff's journey on quitting smoking, Anna being a wedding officiant, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-11-2948 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 51 - The Politician***TRIGGER WARNING: WE TALK ABOUT SU*CIDE IN THIS EPISODE*** Today's episode we get a little emotional despite the show we watched being a comedy. We are talking The Politician, a lesser known show in the Ryan Murphy catalog but one that has gained a cult following. A series about an aspiring politician running for senior class president and who will do whatever takes to win. Along with the pilot, we are discussing the recent controversy involving Ryan Murphy and Keke Palmer, class elections from our past, and at the end of the episode, Jeff shares a very personal...2024-11-2951 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 50 - The AmericansIt's our 50th Episode!!! We wouldn't be here without the support of our family, friends, and new listeners we've made along the way so thank you! Today we're talking the pilot of one of Anna's favorite shows, The Americans, a spy thriller set during the Reagan era starring Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys. We talk about the pilot and what got Anna into the show originally but we also take some time to look back on the other 49 episodes we've done. We're talking favorite episodes to record, shows we'd never seen but now love, and shows we changed our...2024-11-2250 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 49 - HomelandDo you ever think that your phone is listening to you? Or that the government is always watching you? It's hard not to think so especially after watching the pilot of a certain espionage thriller known as Homeland starring one of our favorites, Claire Danes. One of Anna's favorite dramas and a show Jeff has never seen, we have a lot to talk about including our views on the stigmas of mental health, the evolution of surveillance, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-11-191h 10We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 48 - Parks and RecreationWe're heading over to Pawnee, Indiana and hanging out with the gang from the Parks and Rec department. A show that had a rough start but became one of the top shows on TV during its run and a show we both love. We talk the pilot, some of our favorite episodes, we also talk about our own eccentric neighbors, others shows that had rough starts, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-11-1554 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 47 - M*A*S*HIn honor of Veterans Day, we are judging the pilot for one of the most popular sitcoms of all time, M*A*S*H. Along with the pilot, we are discussing if we ever considered joining the military, Anna looks back on when the show originally aired, and we even talk about M.A.S.H. the game. Did you end up living in a mansion, apartment, shack, or house? Anna also puts our love on the line and we take the True Love Test. We had a great time recording this episode and this is the last episode...2024-11-1240 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 46 - The West WingWe're continuing November with one of the most famous political dramas of all time, The West Wing. It had star-studded cast, one of the best screenwriters ever was running the show, and we were on the cusp of the technological and social shift that came with the 2000s. Along with the pilot, we're discussing Anna's trip to The White House, who did and didn't own a pager, we even have a little talk about The Real World, and much more! Come take a listen!
This is the third of the four episodes where Jeff's audio qu...2024-11-0856 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 45 - VeepIt's Election Day and things are getting intense so we decided to lighten it up with a little comedy so we landed on one of the most acclaimed comedies of the last decade, Veep. Even though the pilot made us laugh, that didn't stop us from getting serious because a long with the pilot, we're discussing cancel culture, but we also had some fun and Anna talks about being an election commissioner and being an alumnae chapter president. Also, just a reminder, this is another episode where Jeff's audio had issues. Come take a listen!
2024-11-0555 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 44 - ScandalWe're kicking off November with a show neither one of us has ever seen and we can't believe we let this show slip under both of our radars! We're talking Scandal! Along with the pilot, we are also discussing blind dates, first days on a new job, and Jeff tells the story of the shortest job he ever had plus much more! Come take a listen!
2024-11-0142 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 43 - Stranger ThingsWhat do you get when you combine fantasy, sci-fi, 80s nostalgia, and kids on bikes? You get the show we're wrapping up Jeff Month with... Stranger Things. Considered to be one of Netflix's flagship series, this was one of the first shows that introduced us to "binge-watching". Along with the pilot, we discuss why we love this show, some of our favorite things from the 80s, a special story about us that revolves around the season 2 finale, and much more. Come take a listen!
2024-10-291h 15We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 42 - Twin PeaksWhat would you say to a tv show described as a classic detective fiction/murder mystery but also has supernatural elements taken from horror movies and the melodrama of a soap opera? Well, we would say: "that sounds like Twin Peaks." And that's exactly what we watched for this episode. We decided to dive into this infamous tv show with its star-studded cast and quirky sense of humor. Along with the pilot, we talk about our trip to the Pacific Northwest, the Twin Peaks locations we visited, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-10-2547 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 41- Screams QueensAnd one to grow on! It's Jeff's 40th birthday and we're celebrating the best way we know how... with a slasher horror series known as Scream Queens! Today is all about horror as we discuss the pilot along with our favorite horror movies, our history with horror, but most importantly... Anna talks about her experience as an extra on Scream Queens where she shares the screen with Emma Roberts! Come take a listen!
2024-10-2250 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 40 - A Discovery of WitchesIf you were born with powers, would you embrace it or hide it? Today's episode we are discussing the pilot for a show that may not be super well known but has definitely obtained a cult following, A Discovery of Witches. Along with a pilot, we are discussing places we want to visit in Europe, some of our favorite books, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-10-1853 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotWe Judge a Show by its Pilot Trailer #22024-10-1500 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 39 - MisfitsWhat would you do if you suddenly had superpowers? This is a big topic we have this episode because we're discussing the pilot of one of Jeff's favorite shows, Misfits. A dark comedy/fantasy series from the UK about a group of young offenders that obtain superpowers after a mysterious storm, Misfits is best known for launching the careers of several actors. Along with the pilot, we discuss what our favorite superpowers are, run-in's with the law, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-10-151h 00We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 38 - LostWhat's in your carry-on when you get on a plane? Would the items inside help you if you ended up on a deserted island? What would your job be on said deserted island if you were with other castaways? These questions and so much more came up when we were watching the pilot of Lost. For Anna, she was a long-time fan that watched the show when it originally ran but Jeff had never watched a single episode. Along with the pilot, we will discussing what we would have if we were in the shoes of the survivors of...2024-10-111h 11We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 37 - Boy Meets WorldToday we are discussing the pilot for one of Jeff's all-time favorite shows, Boy Meets World. But long before the Cory and Topanga saga, the series centered around Cory Matthews and his teacher/next door neighbor, Mr. Feeny. Along with the pilot, we talk about all things growing up. Times we got in trouble at school, times where we realized we were "too old" for childish things, and much more! Jeff even gets a little choked up at the end. Come take a listen!
2024-10-0856 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 36 - Grimm (First Time Watch)What if all the folklore and fairy tales you grew up hearing were real? Well, we're about to find out! Come join us and we discuss a show neither one of us has ever seen... Grimm. Along with the pilot, we're talking our favorite fairy tale, favorite urban legend, we even find a way to talk about an ancient reality show, Road Rules! Come take a listen!
2024-10-0442 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 35 - Melrose PlaceWe're finally doing it. The show Jeff has been talking about since the beginning of our podcast journey. We're heading to Melrose Place! Along with an in-depth look at the pilot, we're talking why we both love this show, our favorite TV intros, what we wanted to be when we grew up and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-10-011h 17We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 34 - Hacks (First Time Watch)We're saying goodbye to September today as we close out Workplace Month but do not fear! We will be discussing what's to come in October as well as the pilot for today's show, Hacks. Neither one of us had ever seen this show and didn't realize what we were missing! Along with the pilot, we will be discussing our favorite things to do in Vegas, favorite comedians, bosses from hell and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-09-2757 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 33 - Silicon Valley (Jeff's Favorite)Today's episode is a fun one because we're hanging out with the smart kids! Silicon Valley isn't just one of Jeff's all-time favorite shows, but it's also one of Anna's. Along with the pilot, we discuss the dilemma Richard faces and what we would do in that situation, as well as our favorite apps, our first experiences with the internet and social media, and much more! Come take a listen!
2024-09-241h 05We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 32 - E.R. (Top Show)New episode is up, STAT! Today we're discussing the pilot for one of the most popular medical dramas of all time, E.R. Along with the pilot, we're talking about Anna's last official day of physical therapy, Childish Gambino, Hurricane Francine, some of our own ER stories, and so much more. Come take a listen!
2024-09-201h 20We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 31 - Mad Men (Anna's Favorite)It's 9 am somewhere and we're starting this episode off with a cocktail! One of the first cable shows to exceed the network shows at the time, Mad Men launched the careers of many and truly made its mark in TV history. Along with the pilot, we'll be discussing why this is one of Anna's favorite shows, some of our favorite commercials growing up, favorite game shows, and Jeff talks about a game show that is considered to be one of the worst of all time. Come take a listen!
2024-09-171h 07We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 30 - Severance (First Time Watch)If you could completely separate your work life and home life, would you? We explore that and more on today's episode where we judge the pilot for one of the most unique shows currently on TV, we're talking Severance. Along with the pilot, we talk about our personal takes on work-life balance, times we've gotten lost in a building, and if we've ever been severed from a job. Come take a listen!
2024-09-131h 00We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 29 - The Bear (Jeff's Favorite)It's a new episode, cousin! I hope you can handle the heat because we want you to stay in the kitchen with us! This isn't just one of Jeff's favorite shows, it's one of the most popular shows currently on TV... The Bear. Along with the pilot, we'll be talking our favorite dishes to cook, what we would want to study if we were culinary students, and Jeff gives us a oral history of his 20 plus year of working in the restaurant industry. This is a good one so come take a listen!
2024-09-101h 11We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 28 - Cheers (Top Show)Do you want to go where everyone knows your name? I hope so because today we're judging the pilot for one of the most popular sitcoms of all time, Cheers. Along with the pilot, we'll be sharing some of our own bar stories, Jeff tells stories of being a server, and we discuss places in New England we'd like to visit. Come take a listen!
2024-09-0647 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 27 - Designing Women (Anna's Favorite)I do declare it's a new episode and we have found ourselves in Georgia at Sugarbaker & Associates! We are going down memory lane with one of Anna's favorite shows. Along with the pilot, we'll be discussing dating a friend's ex, what type of business would we own, and who our Terminators are... come take a listen!
2024-09-0349 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 26 - The Vampire Diaries (Viewer Recommendation)Started with something spooky and now we're ending the month with something spooky! Get your garlic necklace, crucifix, and wooden stake because we're headed to Mystic Falls where some people are vampires and everyone is hot! Seriously, the most attractive small town ever. On today's episode, we discuss the pilot while also talking about our favorite vampire universe, our days of having a journal, Jeff's inability to let go of the creepy fog that keeps rolling in during scenes, and since it's the end of the month, we will do a little reflecting and also telling you what the...2024-08-301h 12We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 24 - Community (Jeff's Favorite)Go Greendale! Today's episode we are judging the pilot of one of Jeff's all-time favorite shows, Community. Not only are we discussing the pilot, we share some personal stories from our college days dealing with study groups, Anna talks about her favorite campuses, and we both tell some stories about the lengths we went through in order to impress someone. Come take a listen!
2024-08-2749 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 23 - Heartbreak High (First Time Watch)Today's episode is all about the drama. We take a trip to Hartley High where a huge sex scandal has just taken place. At the center of the controversy is a girl who is now ostracized by her classmate. On today's episode, we discuss the pilot to this hit Netflix show along with telling personal stories about scandals that took place at our schools. We also get a little serious and open up about our experiences being bullied in school. All this and more so come take a listen!
2024-08-2346 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 23 - The Facts of Life (Anna's Favorite)We're heading over to the Eastland School for Girls and everyone is getting ready for the Harvest Festival. Not only do we get to watch the first episode of The Facts of Life but we get a special appearance from The Drummonds! Anna talks about why she loved this show, her fascination with boarding school, plus we tell some school dance stories and of course, we talk about the pilot! Come take a listen!
2024-08-2055 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 22 - Abbott Elementary (Top Show)Today we're judging the pilot of one of the most popular comedies currently on TV, Abbott Elementary! Along with discussing the pilot, we also reminisce about our elementary school days... come take a listen!
2024-08-1658 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 21 - Degrassi: The Next Generation (Jeff's Favorite)Get ready because today's episode goes there! We will be judging the show of one of Jeff's favorite guilty pleasure shows of all time. We discuss why Jeff loved this show so much, some online stories, we talk high school reunions, and the beginning of the "internet era" and of course we will judging the pilot. Come take a listen!
2024-08-131h 01We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 20 - Big Bang Theory & Young Sheldon (DOUBLE FEATURE!)It's a Double Feature! First we'll be judging the pilot of one of the last great sitcoms, The Big Bang Theory! Then we're going back to the 80s to the childhood of Big Bang Theory star Sheldon Cooper in Young Sheldon. We'll be discussing crazy neighbors, old friends, what we think about science, and Jeff tells an embarrassing story about a bad haircut.
2024-08-0949 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 19 - Beverly Hills, 90210 (Anna's Favorite)Today is a very special episode. Grab your designer purse, jump in your luxury car, and drive on over to West Beverly High. Don't worry, they have valet parking! We will discuss why this is Anna's favorite show from the 90s, where we want to visit in Los Angele, and the ultimate question... Grease or Grease 2? We also take some time to discuss the late Shannen Doherty and why we love her. Come take a listen!
2024-08-0650 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 18 - Wednesday (First Time Watch)It's Back to School month and we're kicking it off with a particularly mysterious and spooky show, Wednesday! Starring the current "it girl" of horror, Jenna Ortega, and directed by the famously spooky Tim Burton! On today's episode, we discuss why we never watched this show, what type of psychic we'd be, vampire vs. werewolf, and as always, we're judging the pilot! Come take a listen!
2024-08-0233 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 17 - The Gilded Age (Special Episode)It's our very first special episode! Get ready to go back to the late 19th century but instead of the prairie, we're going to Manhattan, New York! We will be judging the pilot of one of our favorite shows! We will be discussing everything from our honeymoon in Manhattan, our favorite musicals, and of course, we will be talking about The Gilded Age! It's also the last episode of July! We will also be talking about the last 2 months and what the theme for next month will be. It is a packed episode so come take a listen!
2024-07-301h 10We Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 16 - Entourage (First Time Watch)Nothing says "friends" like an entourage! On today's episode, we're judging the pilot of a show neither one of us have ever seen... Entourage. Why did we never watch this show? Does this show still hold up? Who would we pick to be in our own entourage? Come take a listen!
2024-07-2638 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 15 - Arrested Development (Jeff's Favorite Show)On today's episode, we judge the pilot of one of Jeff's favorite shows and is considered to be one of the funniest of all time... Arrested Development. It launched so many careers and gained a huge cult following but do we still think it's funny? Come take a listen and find out!
2024-07-2333 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 14 - Three's Company (Top Show)It was one of the most popular sitcoms of the 70s. It launched the careers of John Ritter and Suzanne Somers. It gave us unforgettable characters like The Ropers. But did it stand the test of time? Come take a listen and see what we have to say.
2024-07-1939 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 13 - Game of Thrones (Anna's Favorite Show)Our first epic series! Even though this was one of Anna's favorite shows first, it eventually became one of Jeff's favorites. On today's episode, we're traveling to the land of Westeros! Along with talking about the pilot, discuss what drew us to this show, why it took Jeff so long to finally give the show a chance, some of our favorite episodes and moments, and who our favorite House is. Come take a listen!
2024-07-1637 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 12 - Life in Pieces (First Time Watch)Never heard of it? Neither had we until watching past seasons of Big Brother. Today's episode we are judging the pilot of a show neither one of us have never seen and that show is Life in Pieces, a charming family sitcom with a stellar cast! We will discuss what we thought of the show but as always we share a bunch of stories ranging from first dates to medical procedures to Anna's college days. Come take a listen!
2024-07-1252 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 11 - Family Matters (Jeff's Favorite Show)It's the 90s. It's Friday night. Are you at home watching TGIF? Because Jeff was. Today we are judging the pilot of Jeff's FIRST favorite show, Family Matters. Not only do we discuss the show and the pilot but we also look back on our younger days. Did Anna throw a wild party? Was Jeff constantly doing an Urkel impression? Come take a listen to find out!
2024-07-0959 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp.10 - Dynasty (Top Show)It's our 10th episode and it's a good one! One of the most popular shows of the 80s, known for its fashion and fights, we are heading to Denver, and it's nothing but drama! Will we judge the pilot? Will Anna reveal to us if she preferred Dynasty over Dallas? Does Jeff know how long a woman is pregnant? All these questions will be answered on today's episode!
2024-07-0559 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 09 - Little House on the Prairie (Anna's Favorite Show)Welcome to Friends & Family Month! For the month of July we'll be judging the pilot of shows centered around, you guessed it, families and friends! We're kicking off July with a classic, one of Anna's favorite childhood shows, Little House on the Prairie. Come find out what Anna remembers about watching this show in the 70s, Jeff will give his opinion on a first time watch, and they'll both decide where they'd want to live if they were alive in the late 19th century.
2024-07-0256 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 08 - Sherlock (First Time Watch)We're jumping across the pond to the streets of London right to 221B Baker Street. We're solving mysteries with the infamous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his loyal companion, Dr. John Watson. On today's episode we discuss why we never watched this show, if we would make a good detective, and why we consider this to be a comfort show.
2024-06-2839 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 07 - The Wonder Years (My Favorite Show)Put on your bell bottoms and turn up the rock n roll because we're traveling back to 1968 and entering the life of Kevin Arnold as he navigates through his first day of junior high. This is one of Jeff's all-time favorite shows and it's one of the only shows that can make him laugh and cry in one episode.
2024-06-2534 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 06 - Schitt's Creek (Top Show)One of the most watched streaming series of 2020. Winner of 9 Emmy's in 2020, one of the most wins in a single award season. Schitt's Creek is not only one of the most popular shows of the last 10 years but it's also one of our favorite shows. We're going from mansion to motel, riches to rags, but as long we have love and support from our loved ones then we are the richest of all!
2024-06-2140 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 05 - Gilmore Girls (My Favorite Show)We're traveling to Stars Hollow where everyone is really quirky and also really bad at their jobs. On today's episode, Jeff will be digging deep trying to figure out why this is one of Anna's all-time favorite shows and also one of her go-to comfort shows.
2024-06-1853 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 04 - Suits (First Time Watch)We should rename this episode "Jeff Asks Anna A Bunch of Legal Questions". We're back in New York but this time we're in the world of attorneys. On today's episode, we're judging the pilot of one of the most watched streaming series of 2023. Some might say that's because of a certain Duchess that is featured on the show. Find out what we think of this beloved legal dramedy.
2024-06-1441 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotEp. 03 - Friday Night Lights (My Favorite Show)We're finally leaving New York and heading to West Texas to the town of Dillon where we'll be judging the pilot of one of Jeff's favorite shows.
2024-06-1139 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotTop Show: FriendsWe're still in New York, we're still in the 90's but now we're hanging with a different group of friends. On today's episode we're judging the pilot of quite possibly one of the most popular shows of all time, Friends.
2024-06-0742 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotMy Favorite Show: Sex and the CityDue to technical difficulties, we had to upload the episode twice.
What's more comforting than your best friends? We're transporting you back to 1998 in New York City where we'll be judging the pilot of one of Anna's all-time favorite shows. She even turned Jeff into a fan! Which character are you?
2024-06-0535 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotMy Favorite Show: Sex and the CityWhat's more comforting than your best friends? We're transporting ourselves back to 1998 in New York City and in the mind of Carrie Bradshaw. To say Anna loves this show is an understatement, she even turned Jeff into a fan! Enjoy! And spoilers ahead!
2024-06-0435 minWe Judge a Show by its PilotOur TrailerA quick description of what you can expect from our podcast. Enjoy!
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