Season 5 episode 7 of The Americans, “The Committee on Human Rights,” overflows with themes of family and self-sacrifice. We discuss Gabriel’s parting words to Philip and Elizabeth, Stan’s new moral stance, and Paige’s decision to break-up with Matthew. Mail Robot whizzes on by, Stan seems oddly chill about his job prospects, And Oleg […]

Season 5 episode 6 of The Americans, “Crossbreed,” continues the themes of fathers and sons, lies, and truth as Philip struggles to keep it together. We discuss Elizabeth’s emotional journey, Philip’s somehow still increasingly depressing childhood, and Oleg’s place in the larger narrative. Is Paige really still religious? Did Mischa exist solely to serve Gabriel’s […]

Fathers and sons dominated Season 5 episode 5 of The Americans, “Lotus 1-2-3,” as Mischa is intercepted by Gabriel, Henry’s secret is revealed, and Tuan longs for a family connection. We dissect the portrayals of class structure and excess, the juxtaposition of Deirdre and Ben, and Paige’s function in the narrative. Oleg comes home […]

Season 5 episode 4 of The Americans, “What’s The Matter With Kansas?” gives us a crash course in espionage as Philip and Elizabeth work to develop new assets while Paige gets her snoop on at Pastor Tim’s house. We discuss Philip’s bond with Alexei, the reversal in interpersonal dynamics during the honey trap missions, and the […]

Season 5 episode 3 of The Americans, “The Midges,” continues to explore loyalty and relationships within immigrant and refugee narratives. We discuss the moral ambiguity of Randy’s death, Mischa’s not-so-excellent adventure, and the surprise reappearance of everyone’s favorite seduced-and-married secretary. Paige is not cut out for the spy life, Staderholt need to work on their […]

Teenage angst and grown-up paranoia are just a couple of themes in Season 5 episode 2 of The Americans, “Pests.” We discuss Paige’s behavior and continued training, Tuan’s worldview, and our newfound anxiety for Pasha’s future. Would the Americans really contaminate grain supplies? Are they that evil? Would Alexei be okay with harming an innocent […]

Rejoice, Amerifans! The hiatus is over and we’re back to discuss Season 5 episode 1 of The Americans, “Amber Waves.” Themes of loyalty and family abound as we breakdown the significance of the Jenningses’ new family and Oleg’s new job. Mischa takes a depressing bus ride, Stan “meets” someone new, Paige is the ultimate […]

Another bonus episode for you this week as we reflect on the Season 6 finale of Game of Thrones, “The Winds of Winter.” Spoiler alert: we loved it! We breakdown that fantastic opening scene and Cersei’s power grab before travelling to Winterfell to pledge our allegiance to The King in the North. Other topics […]

Dragons! Battle! Revenge! Gross mud! Season 6 episode 9 of Game of Thrones, “Battle of the Bastards,” was everything we wanted and more. Join us as we fangirl all over this fantastically fun episode while also discussing: the Starkiness of Jon, Ramsay’s battle tactics, Sansa’s poetic revenge, Tormund and Davos’ walk to remember, a […]

Another season of The Americans has come and gone and boy was it satisfying. “Persona Non Grata” seemingly wrapped up loads of storylines while setting up so many new possibilities it made our heads spin. We say a sad, sad goodbye to William Crandall, refuse to bid adieu to Oleg and Arkady, and look […]