Dial M for Maple

As Riverdale reaches its season two endgame, we were tempted to call this episode"the calm before the storm," but then we remembered that "Shadow Of A Doubt" includes a scene where the Black Hood raises hell at Fred and Hermione's mayoral debate. That this week's tense episode feels quiet in comparison is proof that the show operates on an unrivaled level of insanity, which is why Dial M For Maple loves it so much. Special guest host Eric Thurm joins Cameronthis week to discuss the looming threat of Small Fry, the Death Becomes Her remake of their dreams, and the profound point Riverdale might be trying to make about the American Dream.

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It's dark, dark days on Riverdale in an episode that starts with a cheerleading squad in mourning, and ends with Betty's realization that the Black Hood could be closer than she ever imagined. Dial M For Maple tries to find the levity in it all, but then that "Lollipop" ringtone brings us back to frightening reality. This week, Cameron is joined by special guest host Gwen Ihnat who helps connect the mysteries of Riverdale to the classic films of Alfred Hitchcock and David Lynch. Plus: Is the Black Hood wearing contacts?

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A musical episode chock-full of showstoppers, emotional reconciliations, and a proper whodunnit? What did we do to deserve you, Riverdale? On this week's Dial M For Maple, Marah and Cameron have nearly lost their voices after singing along with—and screaming at—Riverdale High's Carrie: The Musical, but they manage to pull it together to praise the ambitious episode (and KJ Apa's dance moves). Plus, a rundown of our new Black Hood suspects, and a closer look at the town's private prison problem.

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Breakouts and break-ins abound on this week's Riverdale, a show that's never met a door it couldn't kick through. As the mob puts the heat on Hiram, the Coopers and Joneses deal with Darla, and Toni rallies the troops for a Cheryl rescue mission. And you better believe Nana Rose comes through when we need her most! Plus, Marah and Cameron detail Dial M For Maple's exciting weekend at PaleyFest—red carpet looks, the highs and lows of the cast panel, and a little tease for the upcoming Carrie: The Musical.

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Is Archie becoming the villain of his own show? Riverdale seems to be drawing its lines in the sand with not one, but two different "political" races heating up. Marah and Cameron know who they'd endorse, but, frankly, Dial M For Maple has bigger fish to fry. Namely, the shenanigans at the Blossom estate, which leaves the futures of both Cheryl Bombshell and Nana Rose hanging in the balance. And what do we make of Mama Cooper's heart-to-heart with Betty? Or Chic and Kevin's insane milk discussion? Plus, a preview of Dial M For Maple's exciting weekend with the Riverdale gangat PaleyFest.

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On this week's Riverdale, there will be blood! Or will there? There will, it turns out, even if Marah needs to remind Cameron that he saw it. And that's why Dial M For Maple is here: To help you keep track of every drop. It's an episode full of table-turning and double-crossing, and that's before the arrival of some long-lost relatives (and the return of a beloved butler)! Will the mayoral campaign tear Varchie apart? Are there more Blossoms out there in the world? Is that really all that Hiram's planning? We've got a lot to discuss!

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A new Riverdale finds Bughead & Varchie headed for the hills for a steamy weekend at Lodge Lodge. But this cabin in the woods isn't just a place for the couples to knock boots and knock back some jalapeño margaritas—it's also a powder keg ready to explode! Dial M For Maple is so happy to be back to recap it all, touching on everything from Cher'oni, to Chic's creepy eating habits, to the unexpected Jennifer Garner "cameo." Plus, Marah and Cameron offer up a PSA: It's okay to go see movies on your own.

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When Riverdale returns in March, the Core 4 will be packing their bags for a steamy trip to the secluded Lodge cabin—a trip we've lovingly dubbed the "Sex Weekend." And we're doing some packing of our own, as Marah preps for her move to LA! With so much going on, she & Cameron decided it was time for an extra special episode of Dial M For Maple. To hold you over 'til the show's return, the hosts touch on everything from the tease of new romance for our favorite supporting characters, to Sabrina casting news, to an insane theory inspired by the proliferation of twins in Riverdale. Plus, we play another round of our favorite game, "In The Hot Skeet." See ya in the funny pages!

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Nothing strengthens a family bond like a good 'ole fashioned murder cover-up, eh? A breakneck Riverdale sees the power balance shift from scene to scene, leaving Marah and Cameron with a little whiplash, and a lot of questions. For example, did the Cooper women really tie up all their loose ends? Just how terrified should the Lodges be of Jughead's "exposé"? And what does the reveal of the town's new HBIC mean for the show moving forward? This one's definitely going to have Dial M For Maple listeners tossing and turning in their canopy sleigh beds all night.

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"As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a poutine-loving gangster." A particularly dynamic Riverdale introduces Archie to the world of crime, "confirms" that Veronica's in over her head, and properly reunites Bughead—and that's all before Hiram's life is threatened for letting Pop Tate serve curd-less poutine! It's a wild one. Dial M For Maple dissects it all, including that shocking final scene, and Chic's suspiciously familiar visitor from the Bijou. Plus, Marah and Cameron realize how wrong they were about that upcoming musical episode. Oh well, karma's a bitch!

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