The Televerse

The Televerse #511- Spotlight on Limitless

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:28:42 +0000

It's finally here, the last podcast episode before our hiatus. Noel and Kate do their best to keep it together as they talk through another full week in TV, then head over to the DVD Shelf for one of the quintessential Televerse shows, CBS's lamentably short-lived Limitless. We kick off Our Week in TV with a little comedy, with Noel checking in on Peacock's Girls5eva season one and Kate sharing her thoughts on the Tuca & Bertie premiere. Then we luxuriate in another terrific Top Chef: Portland before celebrating a welcome return on Star Wars: The Bad Batch and heading to our superhero roundup. Loki has fun with jet skis and time travel, Batwoman unveils its new Kate Kane, Superman & Lois continues to drop mythology bombs, and DC's Legends of Tomorrow wants a bigger reaction than maybe we're willing to give it. Afterward, it's time to revisit Limitless—does it hold up as well as we remember? Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on this week's TV, Limitless, and whatever strikes your fancy over our hiatus. Thank you to our wonderful guests, friends of the pod, and listeners. We hope you've enjoyed the show, because we've certainly enjoyed making it. Until we're back!

DVD Shelf: Limitless (50:14)

Our Week in TV
Girls5eva S1 (6:19)
Tuca & Bertie premiere (10:31)
Top Chef: Portland (11:48)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (18:20)
Loki (22:14)
Batwoman (29:25)
Superman & Lois (37:08)
DC's Legends of Tomorrow (39:25)

Music Featured: "Living Wage in America" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: Columbo S01E01

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:27:00 +0000

Allison and Kate close out the podcast by saying hello to one of the great TV detectives, Lieutenant Columbo, talking Columbo's season one premiere, "Murder By The Book." The unforgettable Peter Falk, the joys of an overconfident killer, and 1970s pacing. Plus we reflect back on the past 15 months Streaming In Place. Thank you to Noel Kirkpatrick and LaToya Ferguson for making the podcast so much fun, and to the listeners for joining us over the past year!

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E16

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 20:19:46 +0000

Allison and Kate finish their journey Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking the season finale, "A Chance at a Happy Ending." Michael's Westerosi wardrobe, the thrilling return of Said Out Bitch, and the power of choice. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back for Kate and Allison's final podcast, looking back at their experiences Streaming In Place for the past 15 months and saying a hearty hello to Columbo with its pilot, "Murder By The Book."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners Marcus and Vince! Thanks for joining us in the chat this season, and on the mic this episode. It was great hearing your takes on the season and the finale in particular.

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E15

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 02:47:33 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking "Is This Really How It's Going to End?!". is , and we are full-on in our feelings about it. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for the season finale, "A Chance at a Happy Ending."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Marcus and Vince. Thanks for joining us in the chat, listening to us rant, and sharing some of your takes on the episode.

The Televerse #510- Spotlight on Are You Afraid of the Dark?

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 12:19:45 +0000

Submitted for the approval of the Televerse listening society, our penultimate episode, pre-hiatus. Noel and Kate kick things off as ever with Our Week in TV, looking at another strong Top Chef: Portland, the final chunk of season two of Legendary, and memorable episodes of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Batwoman, The Flash, and the premiere of Loki. Then we head over to the DVD Shelf and fill in a significant Millennial gap by checking out the '90s Nickelodeon kid-horror anthology Are You Afraid of the Dark?. Listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on the week's TV, the particular charms of Are You Afraid of the Dark?, and whatever other TV you're enjoying at the moment.

DVD Shelf: Are You Afraid of the Dark? (58:32)

Our Week in TV
Top Chef: Portland (11:57)
Legendary finale (22:25)
DC's Legends of Tomorrow (30:07)
Batwoman (37:23)
The Flash (44:14)
Loki premiere (48:12)

Music Featured: "Kitten Dance" by Fabrizio Fornaci; Are You Afraid of the Dark? Theme song

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E14 with LaToya Ferguson

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 21:28:50 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking "Nothing Lasts Forever" with friend of the show LaToya Ferguson. A difference of opinions on Mom, a memorable double-Decker date, and Maze and puppies. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Friday for season five, episode 15, "Is This Really How It's Going to End?!."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts.

Links: Check out LaToya's Lucifer reviews at The A.V. Club and her regular podcasts covering The Vampire Diaries and Angel, The AMPire Diaries and Angel On Top. Check out Allison's Outlander podcast, Podlander Drunkcast, and its spinoff, Sauced In Austen.

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E13 with LaToya Ferguson

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 21:24:25 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking "A Little Harmless Stalking" with friend of the show LaToya Ferguson. Linda's dubious decision-making, Lucifer and Chloe cry relationship wolf, and the return of Eve. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season five, episode 14, "Nothing Lasts Forever."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Vince and Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your reactions to the episode.

The Televerse #509- Spotlight on The Underground Railroad

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 03:44:33 +0000

It's a light week in TV this episode, but there's still plenty of TV talk to go around. First Noel gives his thoughts on the season finale of A Black Lady Sketch Show, then Kate has a few non-spoilery thoughts on Lucifer season 5B. Noel catches Kate up with Star Wars: The Bad Batch and gives his reaction to the latest developments at Superman & Lois, then Kate checks in with Legendary's first and potentially only money ball of the season. Finally, we wrap up the week with Top Chef: Portland and their latest should-be-signature challenge. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and catch up with Barry Jenkins' The Underground Railroad. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on The Underground Railroad, the week's TV, and more.

DVD Shelf: The Underground Railroad (33:35)

Our Week in TV
A Black Lady Sketch Show finale (7:02)
Lucifer Season 5B (10:58)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (13:32)
Superman & Lois (16:01)
Legendary (20:32)
Top Chef: Portland (24:49)

Music Featured: Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust," as performed by the cast of Lucifer

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E12 with LaToya Ferguson

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 03:23:33 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking "Daniel Espinoza: Naked and Afraid" with friend of the show LaToya Ferguson. Dan's catharsis, Amenadiel is not Uber, and callbacks galore. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season five, episode 13, "A Little Harmless Stalking."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us again and sharing your two cents on the episode.

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E11

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 02:32:29 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking "Resting Devil Face." Trixie showing her influences, Maze and her potential soul?, and poor, poor Dan is going through it. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Friday for season five, episode 12, "Daniel Espinoza: Naked and Afraid."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Marcus and Vince! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your takes on this episode and the season so far.

Links: Check out Allison's Outlander podcast, Podlander Drunkcast, and its spinoff, Sauced In Austen.

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E10 with LaToya Ferguson

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:26:36 +0000

Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lucifer, talking their big musical episode, "Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam," with friend of the show LaToya Ferguson. Musical numbers galore, Dan fills in some crucial gaps, and the belated return of the Trixie Fan Club. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season five, episode 11, "Resting Devil Face."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners Marcus and Vince! Thanks for joining in on the fun and sharing your takes on the episode.

Tweet referenced: Lesley-Ann Brandt gets her Chaka on

Check out LaToya's Lucifer reviews at The A.V. Club and her regular podcasts covering The Vampire Diaries and Angel, The AMPire Diaries and Angel On Top. Check out Allison's Outlander podcast, Podlander Drunkcast, and its spinoff, Sauced In Austen.

Streaming In Place: Lucifer S05E09 with LaToya Ferguson

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 28 May 2021 22:10:48 +0000

Allison and Kate start Streaming In Place with their final show of the podcast, the second half of season five of Lucifer, joined by returning friend of the show LaToya Ferguson. Family squabbles, projecting onto the case of the week, and that ending. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season five, episode 10, "Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts on the episode.

Check out LaToya's Lucifer reviews at The A.V. Club and her regular podcasts on The Vampire Diaries and Angel, The AMPire Diaries and Angel On Top. Check out Allison's Outlander podcast, Podlander Drunkcast, and its spinoff, Sauced In Austen.

The Televerse #508- Spotlight on It's Okay Not To Be Okay

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 28 May 2021 16:33:54 +0000

As we inch toward our hiatus, Noel and Kate wanted to make time to catch up with at least one show recommended by our listeners, so this week on the podcast, we spotlight the first season (really the first half-season) of Netflix's K-drama It's Okay Not To Be Okay. A romance and soap sprinkled with fairy tale elements and a heaping helping of trauma, the series may not be for everyone, but it has a lot to recommend it. Before the season spotlight, though, we have a full week in TV to discuss. We kick things off with a conflicting Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Kate gives a couple thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, and then we round out the week with plenty of genre, including catching up with Star Wars: The Bad Batch, an underwhelming DC's Legends of Tomorrow, an overdue end to the forces arc on The Flash, a surprise reveal on Superman & Lois, and the series finale of Black Lightning. Take a listen, then reach out with your takes on It's Okay Not To Be Okay as well as the rest of the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: It's Okay Not To Be Okay (51:31)

Our Week in TV
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (9:53)
RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under (18:00)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (20:23)
DC's Legends of Tomorrow (24:28)
The Flash (30:08)
Superman & Lois (35:23)
Black Lightning finale (38:43)

Music Featured: "Move On Up" by Curtis Mayfield; Theme song to It's Okay Not To Be Okay

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E11–12

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 24 May 2021 21:01:44 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate finish their journey Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, talking about the final two episodes, "Each Other's Existence!" and "Shibahama UFO Wars!" Kappas, rivers that are roads, and comradeship. Plus our Zoom listener Marcus hops on the mic to give his thoughts about the series and we reflect back on our experience Streaming In Place over the past 201 episodes. Unfortunately, Noel needs to step away from the podcast, but Allison and Kate will be back on Friday to kick off our final show, season 5B of Lucifer.

The Televerse #507- Spotlight on The Nanny

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 22 May 2021 03:19:35 +0000

Spring finales keep rolling as we head into the start of summer TV. Noel and Kate kick things off as usual with Our Week in TV, starting with the finales of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and Mom. Then we talk a little reality, Top Chef: Portland and Legendary, and we round out the week with the genre offerings, DC's Legends of Tomorrow and the return of Superman & Lois. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and dive in with the '90s sitcom The Nanny. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV, The Nanny, and more.

DVD Shelf: The Nanny (55:34)

Our Week in TV
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist finale (15:30)
Mom finale (23:42)
Top Chef: Portland (28:40)
Legendary (41:38)
DC's Legends of Tomorrow (43:45)
Superman & Lois (47:04)

Music Featured: Modern English's "I Melt with You" as performed by Jane Levy on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist; Theme song to The Nanny

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E09–10

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 19 May 2021 17:19:34 +0000

Allison is on assignment, but Noel and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, talking episodes nine and 10, "Aim for Comet A!" and "Against Our Independent World!" Minimori or Kanamoney?, more student council drama, and the joys of underground fruit ramen. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for episodes 11 and 12, "Each Other's Existence!" and "Shibahama UFO Wars!"

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E07–08

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 17 May 2021 20:04:31 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, talking episodes seven and eight, "I Have To Do It For Myself!" and "The Grand Shibahama Festival!" Mizusaki and motion, Domeki and sound, and the positives of obsession. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for episodes nine and 10, "Aim for Comet A!" and "Against Our Independent World!"

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us and sharing your reactions to these episodes.

The Televerse #506- Spotlight on Small Axe: Red, White and Blue

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 14 May 2021 23:12:51 +0000

A full six months late, we continue our catch up with Steve McQueen's Small Axe, diving in with the third installment, Red, White and Blue. Before the DVD Shelf, though, we have a full week in TV to discuss. We kick things off with comedy, which this week means Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and another look at Rutherford Falls season one. Then we move to reality, with the return of Legendary for season two, the Snatch Game episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, and another entertaining Top Chef: Portland. We round out the week with genre, including Batwoman, The Flash, and the midseason finale of Supergirl. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on the week's TV, Small Axe, and any final requests for shows you'd like us to revisit before our upcoming hiatus.

DVD Shelf: Small Axe: Red, White and Blue (1:03:08)

Our Week in TV
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (10:34)
Rutherford Falls S1 (14:47)
Legendary premiere (21:49)
RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under (29:03)
Top Chef: Portland (35:08)
Batwoman (38:58)
The Flash (42:46)
Supergirl midseason finale (49:26)

Music Featured: Rihanna's "Shut Up and Drive" as performed by Alex Newell on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

Article Referenced: Mo Ryan's piece for Salon on Greg Spottiswood
Twitter Thread Referenced: Mo Ryan's thread on studios' approach to toxic leadership and the media

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E05–06

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 13 May 2021 01:34:36 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, talking episodes five and six, "An Iron Giant Appears!" and "Let's Do Better Than Last Time!" Robots, ramen, and the utter relatability of needing a nap. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for episodes seven and eight, "I Have To Do It For Myself!" and "The Grand Shibahama Festival!"

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts of these episodes.

The Televerse #505- Spotlight on Gargoyles

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 08 May 2021 00:49:00 +0000

For this episode of the podcast, we're continuing our adventures with staples of '90s television. This time, it's the beloved animated series Gargoyles, which one of our hosts loves from their childhood and one has never seen. Does it hold up? Before that, though, there's a full week in TV to break down. Noel and Kate kick things off with Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, and an episode full of zags instead of zigs. Then we move to genre with the return of DC's Legends of Tomorrow, eventful episodes of The Flash and Batwoman, and the premiere of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Then we round things out with another delightful, loosey-goosey episode of Top Chef: Portland. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on Gargoyles and the week's TV.

DVD Shelf: Gargoyles (49:23)

Our Week in TV
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (8:49)
DC's Legends of Tomorrow premiere (18:43)
The Flash (26:27)
Batwoman (31:29)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch premiere (33:40)
Top Chef: Portland (37:45)

Music Featured: Billy Joel's "New York State of Mind" as performed by Skylar Astin on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E03–04

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 05 May 2021 18:18:53 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, talking episodes three and four, "Let's Accomplish Something!" and "Hold That Machete Tight!" Making art against deadlines, technology, and the dreaded student council. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for episodes five and six, "An Iron Giant Appears!" and "Let's Do Better Than Last Time!"

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

Streaming In Place: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S01E01–02

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 04 May 2021 01:46:43 +0000

Noel and Kate begin their journey Streaming In Place with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!—Allison is on assignment, and will be back next episode. We break down episodes one and two, "The Greatest World!" and "The Eizouken Takes the Stage!," talking world-building, character types, and the joy of animation. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for episodes three and four, "Let's Accomplish Something!" and "Hold that Machete Tight!"

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us for our latest TV show and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

The Televerse #504- Spotlight on Everybody Hates Chris

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:34:04 +0000

We're a week further into spring, which means another week full of finales and premieres. This episode, Noel and Kate kick things off with Our Week in TV, starting with comedy: the return of A Black Lady Sketch Show and season one of Peacock's Rutherford Falls. Then we move to reality and catch up with season four of The Great Pottery Throw Down, available on HBO Max, a fruit-filled Top Chef: Portland, and the long-awaited finale of RuPaul's Drag Race. Last we head over to genre as Kate shares a few quick thoughts on Black Lightning and Supergirl before both dive in with the finale of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Then it's over to the DVD Shelf, where we explore the mid-to-late aughts UPN and CW sitcom Everybody Hates Chris. Tune in for our take, then reach out with your thoughts on the week's TV, Everybody Hates Chris, and whatever else you've been catching up with lately.

DVD Shelf: Everybody Hates Chris (1:11:06)

Our Week in TV
A Black Lady Sketch Show premiere (8:48)
Rutherford Falls S1 (13:57)
The Great Pottery Throw Down S4 (28:16)
Top Chef: Portland (39:52)
RuPaul's Drag Race finale (44:44)
Black Lightning (55:39)
Supergirl (59:01)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier finale (1:00:26)

Music Featured: "1901" by Phoenix

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E18–20

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 02:12:20 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate finish Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking the epic three-part series finale, "Weirdmageddon." Fantasy worlds, sibling rivalries and makeups, and the enduring potency of Bill. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we start our journey with Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!.

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us for Gravity Falls and sharing your thoughts on the show and your experience rewatching it.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E16–17

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:21:51 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes 16 and 17, "Roadside Attraction" and "Dipper and Mabel vs. the Future." The joys of road trips, did we really need to do pickup artists?, and more terrible Pines parenting. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we talk about the multi-episode grand finale, "Weirdmageddon."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for sharing your take on the episodes and joining the fun in the chat.

The Televerse #503- Spotlight on Ally McBeal

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:53:03 +0000

It's a week of catchups here at the podcast, with plenty of interesting TV, but only a handful of new series to talk about. Noel and Kate kick things off with Our Week in TV, starting with Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and a disappointingly reunion-light reunion on RuPaul's Drag Race. Then we head to genre with Book 4 of Infinity Train, another The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and questionable developments over at Black Lightning, and we round out the week with the dramatic finale of Queen Sugar. Afterward, it's over to the DVD Shelf, where we dive into the wacky legal world of Ally McBeal. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV and the specific experience of revisiting late '90s and early '00s TV.

DVD Shelf: Ally McBeal (59:44)

Our Week in TV
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (10:00)
RuPaul's Drag Race (20:51)
Infinity Train Book 4: Duet (26:36)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (31:28)
Black Lightning (41:28)
Queen Sugar finale (46:35)

Music Featured: "Tearin' Up My Heart" performed by John Clarence Stewart, Alex Newell, and Skylar Astin from Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E14–15

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 01:56:43 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes 14 and 15, "The Stanchurian Candidate" and "The Last Mabelcorn." Local politics, jerkface unicorns, and the return of Bill. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we talk episodes 16 and 17, "Roadside Attraction" and "Dipper and Mabel vs. the Future."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E12–13

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:29:10 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes 12 and 13, "A Tale of Two Stans" and "Dungeons, Dungeons & More Dungeons." Stan's backstory, explained, the return of a Streaming In Place voice acting fav, and the allure of the infinity-sided die. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we talk episodes 14 and 15, "The Stanchurian Candidate" and "The Last Mabelcorn."

The Televerse #502- Spotlight on Call My Agent Season 1

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:13:36 +0000

It's a fairly breezy week here at the podcast, as more shows approach their finales and Noel and Kate continue their exploration of international TV. First we talk through Our Week in TV. We kick things off with season one of The Way of the Househusband, then check in with Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, the antepenultimate RuPaul's Drag Race, the penultimate Queen Sugar, and the finale of Wynonna Earp. Then Batwoman finally does a Ryan episode, Black Lightning airs its backdoor pilot for Painkiller, and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier continues to underwhelm. Afterward, we head to the season spotlight and dive in with the first season of the French series Call My Agent, which is available to stream on Netflix. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Call My Agent Season 1 (50:58)

Our Week in TV
The Way of the Househusband Season 1 (3:39)
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (8:19)
RuPaul's Drag Race (19:37)
Queen Sugar (28:36)
Wynonna Earp finale (29:59)
Batwoman (34:03)
Black Lightning (39:13)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (41:42)

Music Featured: "Rosanna" performed by Alice Lee from Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist; Call My Agent Theme song

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E10–11

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 02:19:14 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes 10 and 11, "Northwest Mansion Mystery" and "Not what He Seems." More disturbing horror, family secrets, and the long-awaited reveal of the author. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next time as we talk episodes 12 and 13, "A Tale of Two Stans" and "Dungeons, Dungeons & More Dungeons."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for hanging with us in the chat and sharing your take on the episodes.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E08–09

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 20:18:00 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes eight and nine, "Blendin's Game" and "The Love God." Infinite pizza slice, love potions, and save Waddles! Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next time as we talk episodes 10 and 11, "Northwest Mansion Mystery" and "Not What He Seems."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for joining the fun in the chat and sharing your thoughts.

The Televerse #501- Spotlight on Staged Season 2

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:50:25 +0000

Spring has officially sprung, bringing a change of weather, tax day on the horizon, and more TV premieres and finales. Noel and Kate kick off the podcast as ever with their Week in TV, including the premiere of Top Chef: Portland, RuPaul's Drag Race, the finale of Resident Alien, a disappointing The Flash and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, another emotional Queen Sugar, and the long-awaited return of Chris Meloni as Stabler to Law & Order: SVU, as well as the pilot of Law & Order: Organized Crime. Then we head to the spotlight section and catch up with season two of Staged, the BBC lockdown comedy that asks just which 12-letter actor is the lead of the show. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on Staged and the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Staged Season 2 (1:14:23)

Our Week in TV
Top Chef: Portland premiere (13:18)
RuPaul's Drag Race (24:58)
Resident Alien finale (31:59)
The Flash (36:59)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (41:50)
Queen Sugar (47:00)
Law & Order: SVU and Organized Crime crossover pilot (58:30)

Music Featured: "Red Light Blues" by Tony Kinsey

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E05–07

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 20:20:38 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes five, six, and seven, "Soos and the Real Girl," "Little Gift Shop of Horrors," and "Society of the Blind Eye." These were rough, and we dive in with why. Stereotyping, troubling messaging, and the inaugural installment of F*ck Your Favorites with Allison Shoemaker. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we attempt to cleanse the palate with season two, episodes eight and nine, "Blendin's Game" and "The Love God."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for powering through these episodes with us and sharing your thoughts in the chat.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E03–04

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:08:58 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes three and four, "The Golf War" and "Sock Opera." Musical numbers, tragic Lilliputtian backstories, and welcome back, Bill! Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we talk season two, episodes five, six, and seven, "Soos and the Real Girl," "Little Gift Shop of Horrors," and "Society of the Blind Eye."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thank you for joining the chat and sharing your thoughts on the episodes.

The Televerse #500- 500th Episode Retrospective

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:43:24 +0000

It's a normal week of TV here at the podcast, but it's also our 500th week, so this episode, Noel and Kate take a moment—let's get real, an hour—to look back. We say thank you to our wonderful guests over the years, remember the shows we've since forgotten we ever watched, and share horror stories from behind the curtain. First, though, we talk through our week in TV. We kick things off with the finale of Superstore, then another strong The Amber Ruffin Show, the RuPaul's Drag Race roast, a few more thoughts on last week's Queen Sugar, Wyatt Russell's big introduction on The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and the return of Supergirl. Then it's over to the spotlight section for our retrospective. Thank you to all of our listeners for sharing their perspectives on TV and life over the years, and for making The Televerse an engaging, rewarding experience.

500th Episode Retrospective (1:01:42)

Our Week in TV
Superstore finale (14:20)
The Amber Ruffin Show (25:40)
RuPaul's Drag Race (29:38)
Queen Sugar (45:25)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (47:59)
Supergirl premiere (54:32)

Music Featured: "Let's Get Loud" by Jennifer Lopez, performed by the cast of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist; "Too Many Cooks" by Shawn Coleman and Michael Kohler

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S02E01–02

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:42:08 +0000

Allison is on assignment, but Noel and Kate journey forward, Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes one and two, "Scary-oke" and "Into the Bunker." The power of three-part harmony (ish), hard conversations with crushes, and how to spot a doppelganger. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we talk season two, episodes three and four, "The Golf War" and "Sock Opera."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Keenan and Marcus! Thanks for joining us and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E19–20

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:21:13 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes 19 and 20, "Dreamscaperers" and "Gideon Rises" Deer teeth, Gideon's plan, and Bill Cipher. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we move on to season two, talking episodes one and two, "Scary-oke" and "Into the Bunker."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and on mic and sharing your thoughts on these episodes and the season as a whole.

The Televerse #499- Spotlight on Babylon Berlin Season 1

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:32:16 +0000

Spring TV continues to roll on, with finales and premieres giving us plenty to discuss this episode of the podcast. We kick things off as ever with Our Week in TV, starting with another emotional Queen Sugar. Then we talk the finales of The Unicorn and RuPaul's Drag Race UK, followed by a check in with RuPaul's Drag Race. Next, it's over to genre, with the premiere of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the midseason finale of Superman & Lois, an overdue The Flash, and a big twist over at Batwoman. Then we head to the season spotlight and dive in with the first season (well, first half season?) of the German neo-noir Babylon Berlin, available to stream on Netflix. Flappers, PTSD, and so many Russians. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Babylon Berlin Season 1 (52:38)

Our Week in TV
Queen Sugar (7:44)
The Unicorn finale (12:19)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK finale (16:55)
RuPaul's Drag Race (18:23)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier premiere (31:29)
Superman & Lois (38:20)
The Flash (40:23)
Batwoman (43:05)

Music Featured: "L.O.V.E" by Paigey Cakey

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E17–18

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 20:15:36 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes 17 and 18, "Boyz Crazy" and "Land Before Swine." Boy bands, the power of music, and the pure love of pet ownership. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for the season one finale, episodes 19 and 20, "Dreamscaperers" and "Gideon Rises."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining in and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

The Televerse #498- Spotlight on Small Axe: Lovers Rock

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:50:51 +0000

It's another very full episode here at the podcast, with catch-ups on several series and plenty of new TV to discuss. First Noel and Kate dive in with their week in TV, starting with Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. Then we check in with RuPaul's Drag Race before a roundup from Kate of the other series she's been catching up on: Allen v. Farrow, Queen Sugar, A Discovery of Witches season two, and Resident Alien. Then it's superhero talk with Black Lightning and The Flash, and we round out the week with the series finale of DuckTales. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and give our thoughts on the second installment of Steve McQueen's Small Axe, Lovers Rock. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV.

DVD Shelf: Small Axe: Lovers Rock (1:12:29)

Our Week in TV
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (9:42)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (16:10)
RuPaul's Drag Race (19:29)
Allen v. Farrow (34:07)
Queen Sugar (39:44)
A Discovery of Witches Season 2 (43:23)
Resident Alien (44:43)
Black Lightning (47:15)
The Flash (57:23)
DuckTales finale (1:04:13)

Music Featured: "Best Self" by Lady Bri

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E15–16

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 20:27:20 +0000

Noel is on assignment, but Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes 15 and 16, "The Deep End" and "Carpet Diem". Meeting shows where they're at, Soos and Waddles, and summers without AC. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episodes 17 and 18, "Boyz Crazy" and "Land Before Swine."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners Keenan and Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

The Televerse #497- Spotlight on Designing Women

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 13 Mar 2021 04:52:35 +0000

We continue our journey through the TV of decades past this week on the podcast, heading down to Atlanta to spend some time with Designing Women. The hair, the shoulder pads, and of course, those Julia Sugarbaker rants! Before the DVD Shelf, though, we have a full week in TV to discuss. First we look at the comedies, including the worst called it ever on The Amber Ruffin Show, a relatable Last Week Tonight, and a surprising The Unicorn. Then Kate teases RuPaul's Drag Race UK and we go long on season 13's Snatch Game. Over in drama and genre, Kate catches up with Queen Sugar and Wynonna Earp before we talk The Flash and Barry's new speed-thinking, Kate spoils Noel on the latest developments on Black Lightning, and we round out the week with the finale of WandaVision. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on Designing Women, WandaVision, and the rest of the week's TV!

DVD Shelf: Designing Women (1:04:04)

Our Week in Comedy and Reality
The Amber Ruffin Show (8:54)
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (11:55)
The Unicorn (18:52)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (21:50)
RuPaul's Drag Race (22:30)

Our Week in Drama and Genre
Queen Sugar (39:38)
Wynonna Earp (41:00)
The Flash (42:01)
Black Lightning (47:11)
WandaVision finale (52:15)

Music Featured: "Fascinated" by Company B; "Working Man's Blues" by Johnny Copeland

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E13–14

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 21:00:52 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes 13 and 14, "Boss Mabel" and "Bottomless Pit!" Shoulder pads, management styles, and the joy of bottle episodes. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episodes 15 and 16, "The Deep End" and "Carpet Diem."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Keenan and Marcus! Thanks for joining the chat and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E11–12

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:05:10 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes 11 and 12, "Little Dipper" and "Summerween." Sibling rivalries, supervillain incompetence, and trash candy. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season one, episodes 13 and 14, "Boss Mabel" and "Bottomless Pit!".

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining the chat and sharing your thoughts.

Join Allison on Twitch on Monday, March 8th, 2021 at 8pm CST for Redacted: Bridget Jones' Diary!

The Televerse #496- Spotlight on The Muppet Show

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 17:44:35 +0000

There's plenty to be stressed about in the real world, so this week on the podcast, Noel and Kate present the best de-stresser they've found yet: The Muppet Show! That's right, we play the music, light the lights, and in Kate's case at least, meet the Muppets as we dive in with The Muppet Show, now streaming on Disney+, for our DVD Shelf. Before that, though, there's plenty to discuss for Our Week in TV. We kick things off with the return of The Flash and the penultimate WandaVision, then move to comedy for Superstore and DuckTales. Kate checks in with RuPaul's Drag Race, and then we round out the week with Queen Sugar. Listen for our takes, then reach out with your thoughts on the Muppets and The Muppet Show as well as the rest of the TV you've been watching this week.

DVD Shelf: The Muppet Show (53:48)

Our Week in TV
The Flash premiere (9:39)
WandaVision (14:25)
Superstore (26:36)
DuckTales (28:44)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (32:02)
RuPaul's Drag Race (34:02)
Queen Sugar (43:08)

Music Featured: "One Year In, I'm Still Scared of COVID" from The Amber Ruffin Show; The Muppet Show Theme song

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E09–10

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:14:56 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes nine and 10, "The Time Traveler's Pig" and "Fight Fighters." Waddles! Also stupid teen boys, fate, and a giant time baby. But mostly, Waddles. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episodes 11 and 12, "Little Dipper" and "Summerween."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining the chat and sharing your thoughts.

Join Allison on Twitch on Monday, March 8th, 2021 at 8pm CST for Redacted: Bridget Jones' Diary!

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E07–08

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:55:52 +0000

It's Allison's turn on assignment, so Noel and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes seven and eight, "Double Dipper" and "Irrational Treasure." Tyrone, Pioneer Days, and Mabel's crew. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season one, episode nine and 10, "The Time Traveler's Pig" and "Fight Fighters."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Keenan and Marcus. Thanks for joining the chat and sharing your thoughts!

The Televerse #495- Spotlight on The Bob Newhart Show

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 27 Feb 2021 02:49:06 +0000

It's a busy, but pleasant week here at the podcast, with plenty of charming and compelling TV to discuss. After a little TV news, we kick things off with Our Week in TV, starting with genre, including the premiere of Superman & Lois, a few thoughts on Batwoman and Resident Alien, and another much buzzed-about WandaVision. Then we move to drama for Queen Sugar and Miss Scarlet and the Duke season one, check in with The Unicorn, and round out the week with RuPaul's Drag Race. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and catch up with the classic '70s sitcom The Bob Newhart Show. Listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on Agatha, the many patients of Bob Hartley, and the rest of the week's TV.

DVD Shelf: The Bob Newhart Show (1:11:04)

Our Week in TV
Superman & Lois premiere (12:17)
Batwoman (28:45)
Resident Alien (30:04)
WandaVision (31:48)
Queen Sugar (36:14)
Miss Scarlet and the Duke S1 (46:14)
The Unicorn (47:41)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (55:18)
RuPaul's Drag Race (56:04)

Music Featured: "Agatha All Along" from [redacted] by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez; The Bob Newhart Show Theme song

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E05–06

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 03:27:30 +0000

Noel is on assignment this week, so Allison and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes five and six, "The Inconveniencing" and "Dipper vs. Manliness." Technical teenager-dom, possession, and entirely too much chest hair. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episode seven and eight, "Double Dipper" and "Irrational Treasure."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us in the chat.

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E03–04

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 21:50:44 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, talking season one episodes three and four, "Headhunters" and "The Hand That Rocks the Mabel." Glitter bombs, appropriately high stakes, and Lil' Gideon. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episode five and six, "The Inconveniencing" and "Dipper vs. Manliness."

The Televerse #494- Spotlight on The Rockford Files

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:44:32 +0000

It's been a cold week in much of the country, so we dip into some sun-soaked classic TV for this episode of the podcast. First, we talk through Our Week in TV, starting with the premieres of Clarice and Queen Sugar. Then we talk comedy, looking at Superstore and The Amber Ruffin Show, before checking in with RuPaul's Drag Race and closing out the week's TV with genre, Black Lightning and WandaVision. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and catch up with the '70s PI series The Rockford Files, diving in with the many flavors of the show and its particular charms, and occasional dated drawbacks. Listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on Rockford and the week's TV.

DVD Shelf: The Rockford Files (1:01:29)

Our Week in TV
Clarice premiere (9:29)
Queen Sugar premiere (17:35)
Superstore (25:29)
The Amber Ruffin Show (28:10)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (29:52)
RuPaul's Drag Race (31:28)
Black Lightning (44:38)
WandaVision (49:53)

Music Featured: "Twilight" by Adeline; The Rockford Files Theme song

Streaming In Place: Gravity Falls S01E01–02

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:48:40 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate start their journey Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls, kicking things off with season one's "Tourist Trapped" and "The Legend of the Gobblewonker." Dipper and Mabel, Grunkle Stan, and gnomes? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one, episode three and four, "Headhunters" and "The Hand That Rocks the Mabel."

The Televerse #493- Spotlight on Small Axe: Mangrove

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:05:28 +0000

It's TCAs time again, plus Twitter was particularly extra this week, so there's plenty to talk about this episode of the podcast. Noel and Kate kick things off with a news roundup, then head to Our Week in TV, including another delightful The Amber Ruffin Show, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, more RuPaul's Drag Race chat, the much-buzzed about #FreeBritney documentary on The New York Times Presents, the premiere of Black Lightning, and a Family Ties-themed WandaVision. Afterward, we head to the DVD Shelf and dive in with Mangrove, the first installment of Steve McQueen's anthology film series Small Axe, which follows the trial of the Mangrove Nine. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV, news, and more.

Errata: When discussing WandaVision, Kate refers to Monica Rambeau as Maria, which is her mother's name. The Televerse regrets the error.

DVD Shelf: Small Axe: Mangrove (1:10:23)

Our Week in TV
The Amber Ruffin Show (29:36)
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (31:47)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (34:55)
RuPaul's Drag Race (37:09)
The New York Times Presents (48:58)
Black Lightning premiere (54:07)
WandaVision (57:38)

Music Featured: "Let's Have a Second Impeachin'" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E10

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:11:48 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate finish Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, season two episode 10, "The Door." First we pick our jaws off the ground, then we fume about the lack of a s3, then we break down the episode and the show in general. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we kick off our journey with Gravity Falls, starting with the first two episodes of season 1, "Tourist Trapped" and "The Legend of the Gobblewonker."

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E09

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 02:56:57 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate return to Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode nine, "Le Reve Impossible." The best dumplings in Guadalajara, Chekhov's cargo pants pocket, and the thrill of the quest. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we finish our journey with Lodge 49, discussing the series finale, "The Door."

The Televerse #492- Spotlight on Staged Season 1

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 16:35:52 +0000

The number of shows we're watching may be down, but we still have plenty to say about the week's TV. Noel and Kate kick things off as always with the week's TV, starting with an underwhelming WandaVision, another transitional Batwoman, a romance-centric Superstore, and two design episodes of Drag Race. Kate has a few thoughts on UK, and then we dive deep with Original Recipe's Bag Ball and a contentious Untucked. Afterward, we head to the spotlight section and have fun with David Tennant and Michael Sheen in lockdown, or is it Michael Sheen and David Tennant?, talking season one of Staged. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on Staged, WandaVision, and the rest of the TV you're following.

Season Spotlight: Staged Season 1 (1:11:26)

Our Week in TV
WandaVision (13:47)
Batwoman (26:38)
Superstore (33:20)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (39:28)
RuPaul's Drag Race (41:09)

Music Featured: "Help Me, Rhonda" by The Beach Boys

Streaming In Place: The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries S01E00–01

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 05:29:42 +0000

Allison and Kate are joined by Scottie Caldwell as they Stream In Place with The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries, talking the pilot, "Speedy Death," and the first episode, "Death at the Opera." The fabulous Dame Diana Rigg and her equally fabulous fashions, George and his impromptu portrait, and those plot holes. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we return to finish our journey with Lodge 49, talking season two episode nine, "Le Reve Impossible."

Streaming In Place: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency S01E00

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 04:20:46 +0000

Allison and Kate Stream In Place with The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, talking the pilot. The luminous Precious Ramotswe, that ridiculous cast, and yes, we do ship it. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday as we continue our detour with lady detectives, exploring the pilot and first episode of The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries, "Speedy Death" and "Death at the Opera."

The Televerse #491- Spotlight on Blown Away Season 2

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:17:19 +0000

It's another week of premieres here at the podcast. First Noel and Kate check in with Our Week in TV, including the premieres of Resident Alien, Charmed, and Painting with John, then we catch up with RuPaul's Drag Race, RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Batwoman, and of course, WandaVision. Afterward, we head to the spotlight section and share our thoughts on Blown Away season two, Netflix's competitive glass blowing show. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on Blown Away, WandaVision, or any of the rest of the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Blown Away Season 2 (1:04:32)

Our Week in TV
Resident Alien premiere (12:28)
Charmed premiere (19:41)
Painting with John premiere (22:25)
RuPaul's Drag Race (24:34)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK (43:20)
Batwoman (45:22)
WandaVision (53:26)

Music Featured: "Bore Me Daddy" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E08

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 04:45:56 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode eight, "Zugzwang." Blaise and Lamar, Scott's very bad day, and a glimpse of the real Janet? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as Allison and Kate take a quick break from Lodge 49 with the pilot of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, available streaming on HBO Max.

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E07

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 21:44:25 +0000

Noel and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode seven, "Exile." It's a rough one for everyone this week. Blaise and his lemon, Ernie's bet and breakthrough, and Liz's well-placed punch. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season two, episode eight, "Zugzwang."

The Televerse #490- Spotlight on Somebody Feed Phil

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 05:44:12 +0000

It's another long one here at The Televerse, with plenty of new TV to discuss. First we dive in with our week in TV, starting with the comedies, the return of Superstore, the premiere of Mr. Mayor, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, the premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, and another RuPaul's Drag Race. Then we take a break and return with a different kind of reality, plus drama and genre, talking Celebrating America, the Biden Inauguration concert, plus other musical celebrations of a certain someone's departure, and the premieres of Miss Scarlet & The Duke, Batwoman, and WandaVision. Then we head over to the DVD Shelf, catching up with Netflix's travel docuseries Somebody Feed Phil. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV, Somebody Feed Phil, and whatever is happening over on WandaVision.

DVD Shelf: Somebody Feed Phil (1:34:58)

Our Week in Comedy and Reality
Superstore (15:51)
Mr. Mayor pilot (23:00)
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (28:13)
RuPaul's Drag Race UK premiere (37:48)
RuPaul's Drag Race (40:48)

Our Week in Drama and Genre
Celebrating America (55:47)
Presidential send-off musical parodies (1:02:11)
Miss Scarlet & The Duke premiere (1:07:03)
Batwoman premiere (1:11:24)
WandaVision premiere (1:20:06)

Music Featured: "Despite Everything That's Happened, Let's Unite!" from The Amber Ruffin Show; "Feeling Good" performed by John Legend

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E06

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:13:18 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode six, "Circles." Jackie's journal, Liz and Dud's breakthroughs, and Scott's lovely, doomed song. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season two, episode seven, "Exile."

The Televerse #489- Spotlight on Young Justice: Outsiders

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 16 Jan 2021 04:18:41 +0000

After dipping back into three segments last episode, we're back to a quieter episode this week on The Televerse. Noel and Kate kick things off with a more truncated week in TV, including Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, The Amber Ruffin Show, the premiere of All Creatures Great and Small, the return of A Discovery of Witches, The Promised Neverland, and the second premiere for RuPaul's Drag Race. Then we move over to the season spotlight and dive in with Young Justice: Outsiders, the third season of Young Justice, now available on HBO Max. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on Young Justice: Outsiders or any of the other TV you're watching this week.

Season Spotlight: Young Justice: Outsiders (42:17)

Our Week in TV
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (5:00)
The Amber Ruffin Show (15:38)
All Creatures Great and Small premiere (17:54)
A Discovery of Witches premiere (20:24)
The Promised Neverland (24:16)
RuPaul's Drag Race (25:59)

Music Featured: "Too Good at Goodbyes" from Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E05

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 04:43:38 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode five, "Estrella y Mar." Blaise's break, Connie's cliffhanger, and Liz and Lenore. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season two, episode six, "Circles."

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E04

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 23:35:50 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode four, "Conjunctio." Dud and his blushing bride, Scott gives Jocelyn the boot, and Connie's back, but blindfolded. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season two, episode five, "Estrella y Mar."

The Televerse #488- Spotlight on Hilda Season 2

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 09 Jan 2021 05:52:00 +0000

It's been quite a while, and Noel and Kate are as surprised as anyone, but we're back to three segments this week on the podcast. That's right, among all the ridiculousness and stress of this week, we also watched quite a lot of TV. First, we look at our week in comedy and reality, talking about the premiere of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, Netflix's History of Swear Words, the premiere of The Hustler, the third season of The Repair Shop, and the premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race. Then we talk drama and genre, with PBS' Elizabeth is Missing, the premieres of The Watch, The Promised Neverland, and Cells at Work: Code Black, and the Doctor Who New Years' Special. Afterward, we head to the spotlight section and dive in with the second season of Netflix's charming animated series Hilda. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on Hilda and the rest of the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Hilda Season 2 (1:17:33)

Our Week in Comedy and Reality
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist premiere (10:17)
History of Swear Words (20:13)
The Hustler premiere (24:25)
The Repair Shop S3 (29:50)
RuPaul's Drag Race premiere (34:17)

Our Week in Drama and Genre
Elizabeth is Missing (45:13)
The Watch premiere (51:27)
The Promised Neverland premiere (57:08)
Cells at Work: Code Black premiere (1:00:29)
Doctor Who (1:05:29)

Music Featured: "Don't Cry Out Loud" and "Are You Gonna Be My Girl?" from Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E03

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 21:45:16 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode three, "DisOriented." Linda Emond, ladies and gentlemen! Plus a donkeycorn, El Confidente, fydration, and so much more. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season two, episode four, "Conjunctio."

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E02

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 21:26:02 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season two episode two, "The Slide." Liz's questionable decision-making, Dud's new business model, and Melinda, who isn't Michelle Gomez but who we really hope is Michelle Gomez. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season two, episode three, "DisOriented."

The Televerse #487- 2021 Winter TV Preview

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 06:30:00 +0000

Ding dong, 2020 is gone. Welcome to 2021, and here at The Televerse, we're ringing in the new year by previewing the TV headed our way in the next few months. Noel and Kate rattle off the new series debuting on the major networks and notable premieres and season drops on the high profile streamers, plus we check in on when our favs are returning for their new seasons. Before that, though, there's plenty of TV to catch up on from the past few weeks. First we go long on Bridgerton season one, then Noel shares a few thoughts on Hilda season two. Kate has a quick, spoiler-free preview of the RuPaul's Drag Race premiere, we break down the finale of The Amazing Race, give a few thoughts on The Amber Ruffin Show holiday special, and round things out with the dramatic finale of The Mandalorian. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the past weeks' TV and the shows you're most looking forward to these next few months.

2021 Winter TV Preview (1:03:04)

Our Week in TV
Bridgerton S1 (11:08)
Hilda S2 (31:09)
RuPaul's Drag Race preview (33:06)
The Amazing Race finale (37:04)
The Amber Ruffin Show (43:59)
The Mandalorian finale (46:43)

Music Featured: Billie Eilish's "Bad Guy" by Vitamin String Quartet

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S02E01

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:39 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate return to Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, kicking off season two with the premiere, "All Circles Vanish." Six weeks later, Dud's shark bite, Liz's new gig, and much more. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season two, episode two, "The Slide."

Streaming In Place: Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 22:58:19 +0000

Allison is back, joining Noel and Kate to Stream In Place with Netflix's Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. We talk Forest Whitaker, Anika Noni Rose, and discovering Madalen Mills. Plus the music, the animation, and those costumes! Tune in for our thoughts, then come back on Wednesday as we return to Lodge 49 to talk season two, episode one, "All Circles Vanish."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Marcus and Scottie! Thanks for joining in on the fun and sharing your thoughts on the movie.

The Televerse #486- 2020 Best Of Smorgasborgy

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 06:30:00 +0000

It's our final episode of 2020, which means one thing: The List-ening is upon us. Noel and Kate list off their picks for the best in TV in 2020, from traditional categories like Best Performance or Best Direction to much more specific categories, like Best Shipping and Best WTF moment. There was a lot to remember and celebrate in this year of TV, and listen in to get some of Noel and Kate's picks, then reach out with your picks.

Spoiler alert: We do not hold back in our wide-ranging 2020 TV talk. If you're worried about being spoiled for your favorite series, wait to listen to this episode until you're all caught up.

Performance Awards (7:50)
Best Lead Performance; Best Supporting Performance; Most Acting; Least Acting; Best Voice Acting; Best Reality Personality; Most Novel Casting; Best Ensemble; Most Underrated Ensemble; Best Cameo; Best Guest Appearance; 6th Man Award

Character Awards (18:52)
Best New Characters; Best Villain; Best (and Worst) Parents; Best Kids; Best Pet; Best (and Worst) On-screen Death; Badass Award; Character We Want More Of; Actor We Want More Of

Production Awards (33:37)
Notable Comedy Direction; Notable Drama Direction; Best Cinematography; Best Costuming; Best Set Design; Best Hair; Best Makeup; Best Editing; Most Inventive Animation

Music Awards (41:44)
Best or Catchiest New Theme Song; Best New Opening Credit Sequence; Best Score; Best Soundtrack; Best Original Song; Best Musical Moment

Sequence Awards (45:56)
Best Stunts; Best Action Set Piece; Best Standalone Fight Scene; Best Dream Sequence; Best Dance Sequence; Best Montage

Writing Awards (52:18)
Best Writing for a Comedy Series; Best Writing for a Drama Series; Best Monologue; Best Writing for a Single Episode; Best Episode Title; Best Crafting of a Season

Season Awards (1:01:37)
Season with the Most Spectacular Burn Out; Most Spectacular Slow Build or Season-Long Mystery; Best Finale Payoff; Most Underappreciated Finale or Payoff; Most Overrated Finale or Payoff

Series Awards (1:07:52)
Best New Comedy (not in our Top 20); Best New Drama (not in our Top 20); Most Underrated Series; Homework Award; Ringer Award; Srsly Guys, Why Aren't You Watching…?; Srsly, Why Aren't We Watching…?; Gone, But Not Forgotten

Moment Awards (1:15:49)
Trippiest Scene; Best WTF Moment; Dusty, Dusty Him Sad Award; Best Extraneous Nudity; Best Shipping/Most Chemistry; Least Chemistry; Oxygen Award; Most Ridiculous Moment; The La-la-la Award (for Show We Least Want Spoiled)

Miscellaneous Awards (1:26:42)
Best Surprise; Worst Disappointment; Spotlight of Shame; Breakthrough Performance or Series; It Should Have Worked…; It Shouldn't Have Worked…; It's Not Me, It's You Award; Life Vest Award; Show We Most Want to See Make the Leap

Music Featured:

"Call Me When You Get There" from The Eddy; "Suzie's Song (Busker Version)" by Johnny Lloyd and Nathan Coen, from I Hate Suzie; "Edge of Great" from Julie and the Phantoms

"Hallelujah"/"Eye of the Tiger" from Perfect Harmony; "Mighty as Kong" from Royalties; "Being Human" from Steven Universe Future

Streaming In Place: The Flight Attendant S01E08

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:08:51 +0000

Allison is on assignment, so Noel and Kate finish Streaming In Place with season one of The Flight Attendant, talking episode eight, "Arrivals and Departures." Cassie makes some changes, Ani makes a new friend, and Shane?!? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we embrace the holiday spirit with Netflx's Jingle Jangle.

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us for The Flight Attendant and sharing your take on the season.

Streaming In Place: The Flight Attendant S01E06–07

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 02:24:43 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with The Flight Attendant, episodes six and seven, "After Dark" and "Hitchcock Double." More stellar work from Kaley Cuoco, team-up shenanigans, and ugh, dead cat guy. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for the season one finale of The Flight Attendant, "Arrivals and Departures."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

The Televerse #485- Top 20 TV Series of 2020

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:38:03 +0000

We're at the final weeks of December, which means two things: It's time for our end-of-the-year Best Of podcasts, and it's officially Noel's fifth anniversary cohosting The Televerse! We dive right into our Top 20, breaking the list into three segments. Take a listen for our picks, and some of the memorable TV music of the year, and then reach out with your picks for the best series of 2020 and the moments you hope we'll remember for next week's Best Of Smorgasborgy.

Top 20–15 TV Series of 2020 (14:12)
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Adventure Time: Distant Lands
Miracle Workers: Dark Ages
Kakushigoto
Schitt's Creek
Giri/Haji
DuckTales
Legendary

Top 7–14 TV Series of 2020 (31:12)
Steven Universe Future
The Amber Ruffin Show
Gentefied
Mrs. America
What the Constitution Means to Me
Kim's Convenience
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Superstore
The Good Fight
Briarpatch
DC's Legends of Tomorrow
Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Top 1–6 TV Series of 2020 (1:25:56)
Infinity Train
Harley Quinn: The Animated Series
Better Things
The Great
The Good Place
What We Do in the Shadows
Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!
I May Destroy You

Music Featured:

"Party Mix" from Miracle Workers: Dark Ages; "Weirdos Make Great Superheroes" from Central Park; "I Want to be Evil" from Lucifer

"Always Be My Baby" from Schitt's Creek; "Toss A Coin To Your Witcher" from The Witcher; "American Pie" from Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

"I Wanna Kill You This Christmas" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: The Flight Attendant S01E04–05

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 21:16:06 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with The Flight Attendant, episodes four and five, "Conspiracy Theories" and "Other People's Houses." Cinnamon roll Max and his doom face, welcome back to our TVs T.R. Knight!, and more time with Michelle Gomez, please. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for the next two episodes of The Flight Attendant, "After Dark" and "Hitchcock Double."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining in on the fun.

Streaming In Place: The Flight Attendant S01E01–03

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 03:49:14 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate begin Streaming In Place with The Flight Attendant, diving in with the miniseries with episodes one through three, "In Case of Emergency," "Rabbits," and "Funeralia." Kaley Cuoco's star turn, Michiel Huisman's changing performance, and that score! Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for the next two episodes of The Flight Attendant, "Conspiracy Theories" and "Other People's Houses."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us on our latest show and for sharing your initial takes.

The Televerse #484- Spotlight on How To with John Wilson Season 1

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 18:06:44 +0000

The end of the year approaches, so it's time to start catching up with the series we may have overlooked. This episode, Noel and Kate explore season one of HBO's comedy docuseries How To with John Wilson. Before that, though, there's plenty of TV to discuss. We kick things off with the finale of Wilmore, Peacock's limited run election series, then check in with The Unicorn and The Mandalorian before moving to reality. It's a lovefest for The Great British Baking Show: Holidays season three (more specifically, the Derry Girls special), then Kate shares some thoughts on The Great British Sewing Bee seasons one and two, and we round out the week with the penultimate The Amazing Race. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on John Wilson, the week's TV, and the viewing you're fitting in before the end of the year.

Season Spotlight: How To with John Wilson Season 1 (1:06:12)

Our Week in TV
Wilmore finale (15:56)
The Unicorn (21:18)
The Mandalorian (32:58)
The Great British Baking Show: Holidays Season 3 (39:04)
The Great British Sewing Bee Seasons 1–2 (50:07)
The Amazing Race (53:54)

Music Featured: "Gold Rays" by Summer Kennedy

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E10

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 04:51:55 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode ten, "Full Fathom Five." Well, that's one way to end a season. Dud gets back in the water, Liz gets out from under water, and because why not, Cheech Marin. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we take a break from Lodge 49 and dive into the world of international intrigue with the first three episodes of The Flight Attendant.

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us for season one of Lodge 49 and for sharing your thoughts today.

The Televerse #483- Spotlight on Great Pretender Season 2

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 02:59:19 +0000

December is underway—baby step to 2021!—and that means the holiday content is flowing free and fast. We kick off the podcast as usual with Our Week in TV, including HBO Max's Thanksgiving drop of the first three episodes of The Flight Attendant, the finale of The Great British Bake Off, the second season of Sugar Rush Christmas, the antepenultimate The Amazing Race, a Santa-fied DuckTales, and the anticipated live action debut of Ahsoka Tano on The Mandalorian. Then we head over to the spotlight section to catch up with the second season of Netflix's Great Pretender. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on the week's TV and your preferred seasonal viewing.

Season Spotlight: Great Pretender Season 2 (1:07:58)

Our Week in TV
The Flight Attendant premiere (15:27)
The Great British Bake Off finale (23:40)
Sugar Rush Christmas S2 (35:37)
The Amazing Race (44:10)
DuckTales (52:06)
The Mandalorian (54:05)

Music Featured: "Good Time Girl" by Sofi Tukker feat. Charlie Barker

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E09

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 03:27:26 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode nine, "Apogee." Liz's lake dive, Ernie's window scooch, and Dud's car moment. Plus, our latest digression, Bruce Campbell and other delightful, just off-kilter performers. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next Wednesday for the season one finale, "Full Fathom Five."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on "Apogee" and our latest Lodge-style detour.

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E08

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:41:43 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode eight, "Something From Nothing." Gary, Liz makes the mingle, and Scott knows? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season one episode nine, "Apogee."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for joining us again this week and sharing your thoughts.

The Televerse #482- Spotlight on We Bare Bears

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:50:23 +0000

Happy belated (American) Thanksgiving, and happy Black Friday (please stay home this year!). The holidays are officially underway, so Noel and Kate decided to look back on one of the shows Noel has been most thankful for over the past few years, We Bare Bears. Before we dive in for the DVD Shelf, though, we have plenty to discuss in Our Week in TV, starting with the latest Adventure Time: Distant Lands, the final arc of Great Pretender, returning favorites on The Mandalorian, another fun Superstore, the first ever mega-leg of The Amazing Race, and of course, The Great British Bake Off. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on the week's TV and We Bare Bears.

DVD Shelf: We Bare Bears (1:04:19)

Our Week in TV
Adventure Time: Distant Lands (18:32)
Great Pretender (29:00)
The Mandalorian (33:05)
Superstore (40:07)
The Amazing Race (43:27)
The Great British Bake Off (52:56)

Music Featured: "Woke Up" from Adventure Time: Distant Lands

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E07

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 21:34:03 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place for week 36 with Lodge 49, talking season one episode seven, "The Solemn Duty of the Squire." Captain! Plus Avery is uncovered, Jocelyn lays out some of Larry's less metaphysical mysteries, and Liz backs away from corporate. Tune in for our thoughts, and our rankings of scariest birds, then come back on Wednesday for season one episode eight, "Something From Nothing."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us again and sharing your thoughts on the episode.

The Televerse #481- Spotlight on Doom Patrol Season 2

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 21:24:23 +0000

Things seem like they're starting to normalize, at least temporarily, leaving a little more brain space for TV this week. Noel and Kate kick things off with Our Week in TV, starting with the finale of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the premiere of The Unicorn, Superstore, The Mandalorian, The Great British Bake Off, and a double helping of The Amazing Race. Then we head to the season spotlight and dive in with Doom Patrol season two. What exactly is happening with the Candlemaker, and how did ending an episode early (due to COVID) impact the season? Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your takes on Doom Patrol and the rest of the week's TV.

Season Spotlight: Doom Patrol Season 2 (57:45)

Our Week in TV
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver finale (9:30)
The Unicorn premiere (16:00)
Superstore (20:25)
The Mandalorian (23:37)
The Great British Bake Off (29:02)
The Amazing Race (42:17)

Music Featured: "I Don't Wish Him Well" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E06

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 15:54:17 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode six, "The Mysteries." Larry's revelation, Liz's core, and poor Jocelyn just can't get a break. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one episode seven, "The Solemn Duty of the Squire."

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E05

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 18:49:51 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode five, "Paradise." Liz's flirtation with corporate, Gloria and Dud's relationship, and Blaise's breakthrough. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season one episode six, "The Mysteries."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks as always for joining in on the fun.

The Televerse #480- Spotlight on Living Single

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 21:20:00 +0000

It's a week later and things are less confusing and chaotic? Maybe? There continues to be plenty of TV to discuss, and we kick off the podcast as always with Our Week in TV. First, Noel checks in with the Mom premiere, then Noel and Kate look at America Ferrera's final episode of Superstore, we catch up with Wilmore, have thoughts on The Mandalorian's egg-gate, ponder driving on The Amazing Race, and rant about blast chillers on The Great British Bake Off. Afterwards, we head to the DVD Shelf to share a few thoughts on the seminal '90s hangout comedy Living Single, using friend of the show Angelica Jade Bastién's episode guide at Vulture. Tune in for our thoughts, then reach out with your Living Single character ranking and take on the rest of the week's TV.

DVD Shelf: Living Single (57:57)

Our Week in TV
Mom premiere (13:37)
Superstore (18:30)
Wilmore (26:10)
The Mandalorian (30:29)
The Amazing Race (37:09)
The Great British Bake Off (45:45)

Music Featured: "Catatonic" from The Amber Ruffin Show; Living Single theme song

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E04

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 21:19:01 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode four, "Sunday." Liz's day off, searching for Larry, and our surprisingly specific soda rankings. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one episode five, "Paradise."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and your soda preferences.

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E03

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:29:57 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode three, "Corpus." Dud and the rat, Liz and the money, and that cliffhanger. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back Wednesday for season one episode four, "Sunday."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for joining us again this week and sharing your take on the episode.

The Televerse #479- Spotlight on Girlfriends

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 00:24:45 +0000

It's another stressful and potentially weird week in 2020 and time has been standing still. To help pass the time—and keep us from doomscrolling—we decided to dive in with a beloved series we had hardly any awareness of, the '00s sitcom Girlfriends. We used Alexis Reliford's piece at The A.V. Club, "10 episodes of Girlfriends that celebrate the sisterhood of Black women", as our guide and talked about our experience exploring the show. Before the DVD Shelf, though, there was plenty of other TV to discuss. We kick off Our Week in TV with the premieres of The Mandalorian and Superstore, then Kate catches up with The Repair Shop season one and The American Barbecue Showdown season one, and we round out the week with new episodes of The Amazing Race and The Great British Bake Off. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your take on Girlfriends, comfort viewing, and more.

DVD Shelf: Girlfriends (1:03:30)

Our Week in TV
The Mandalorian premiere (11:56)
Superstore premiere (24:56)
The Repair Shop S1 (29:36)
The American Barbecue Showdown S1 (40:11)
The Amazing Race (43:11)
The Great British Bake Off (50:56)

Music Featured: "Rush & Fever" by Nation of Language; Girlfriends theme song

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E02

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 21:04:43 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Lodge 49, talking season one episode two, "Moments of Truth in Service." Liz and her trainee, Jocelyn and the blindfold, and Dud either can't or won't help himself. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week for season one episode three, "Corpus."

Shout-out to our Zoom listener Marcus! Thanks for sharing your take on the episode.

Streaming In Place: Lodge 49 S01E01

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 21:53:40 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place, kicking off our journey with AMC's short-lived Lodge 49. We begin with season one, episode one, "As Above, So Below." Donuts, snakes, and just what is happening with Dud? Tune in for our thoughts, then come back on Wednesday for season one, episode two, "Moments of Truth in Service."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Keenan and Marcus! Thanks for joining us on our new TV adventure.

CrowdCast Link: Here's the link for Allison and Kate's Election Day lunch break, where we'll be talking about comfort TV and actively not checking Twitter.

The Televerse #478- Spotlight on Betty Season 1

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 20:37:00 +0000

It's been another anxious week, let's talk some TV. This episode, we kick things off with Our Week in TV, including another fabulous The Amber Ruffin Show, the finale of Archer, a perilous DuckTales, A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote—btw everyone, VOTE!!—The Great British Bake Off, and The Amazing Race. Afterward, we head to the season spotlight and catch up with season one of HBO's Betty, a slice-of-life half-hour series following young women skateboarders in New York City. Take a listen for our thoughts, then reach out with your own take on the week's TV, Betty, and how you're destressing during this particularly tense time.

Season Spotlight: Betty Season 1 (52:43)

Our Week in TV
The Amber Ruffin Show (12:00)
Archer finale (17:29)
DuckTales (19:21)
A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote (23:27)
The Great British Bake Off (29:26)
The Amazing Race (41:10)

Music Featured: "I've Got a Yummy Yummy Brain" from The Amber Ruffin Show

Streaming In Place: MSW S01E18

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:08:31 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with a quick stop-off in the world of Murder, She Wrote. We look at the season one favorite, "Murder Takes the Bus." A brief Kate's Classical Corner, that oh so delightful guest cast, and just how certain are we Jessica isn't a serial killer? Tune in for our thoughts, and come back next week as we begin our journey with Lodge 49.

Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus! Thanks for joining us for our Halloween-inspired detour.

Streaming In Place: OTGW Episodes 8–10 and Series Wrap-up

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 20:05:29 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Over the Garden Wall, episodes eight through 10, "Babes in the Wood," "Into the Unknown," and "The Unknown." Greg and his teacup, Wirt and Beatrice brave the storm, and It. All. Happened. Then we reflect back the miniseries as a whole and chat with our Zoom listeners Keenan and Marcus about their experiences watching it. Take a listen for our thoughts, then come back tomorrow as we stop off with Jessica Fletcher for the Murder, She Wrote season fav, "Murder Takes the Bus."

Streaming In Place: OTGW Episodes 5–7

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 18:27:54 +0000

Noel, Allison, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Over the Garden Wall, episodes five through seven, "Mad Love," "Lullaby in Frogland," and "The Ringing of the Bell." Bebe Neuwirth and John Cleese, Auntie Whispers, and more Jason Funderberker? Take a listen for our thoughts, then come back tomorrow for episodes eight through 10, "Babes in the Wood," "Into the Unknown," and "The Unknown."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Keenan and Marcus! Thanks for chatting with us and sharing your takes.

Streaming In Place: OTGW Episodes 1–4

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 20:09:15 +0000

Allison, Noel, and Kate start week 32 Streaming In Place by kicking off our journey with the (modern) classic autumnal miniseries Over the Garden Wall. We talk episodes one through four, "The Old Grist Mill," "Hard Times at the Huskin' Bee," "Schooltown Follies," and "Songs of the Dark Lantern." The music, the animation style, the voice cast, there's plenty to dive in with. Take a listen for our thoughts, then come back tomorrow for episodes five through seven, "Mad Love," "Lullaby in Frogland," and "The Ringing of the Bell."

Shout-out to our Zoom listeners, Marcus and Keenan! Thanks for joining us and sharing your thoughts on these episodes.

The Televerse #477- Spotlight on What the Constitution Means to Me

theteleverse@gmail.com (Kate Kulzick) — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000

We're headed into what's bound to be a particularly stressful week of political news in the United States, so here on the podcast we decided it was a good time to check in with What the Constitution Means to Me, a (mostly one-woman) play by Heidi Schreck that was filmed and is available streaming on Amazon Prime. Before that, though, there's plenty of TV to discuss. Kate shares a few thoughts on the finale of Lovecraft Country, Noel and Kate have plenty of thoughts on the finale of The Vow, we celebrate the premiere of Supermarket Sweep, discuss brownies and white chocolate on The Great British Bake Off, talk racism on The Amazing Race, and dive in with the double-length Darkwing Duck special on DuckTales. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on What the Constitution Means to Me, the rest of the week's TV, and whatever else you've been watching.

DVD Shelf: What the Constitution Means to Me (57:04)

Our Week in TV
Lovecraft Country finale (12:53)
The Vow finale (18:06)
Supermarket Sweep premiere (27:26)
The Great British Bake Off (33:34)
The Amazing Race (42:56)
DuckTales (49:38)

Music Featured: "Sh-Boom" by The Chords