In the first regular episode of The Briefing Room, Andrew and Charlie discuss the Season 3 premiere of Homeland, "Tin Man Is Down." Is this a promising start to the season? How do the big decisions Carrie and Saul make relate to their personal lives? Is Dana the healthiest person on the show? How are people coping with the events of last season? Tune to find out.

SHOW NOTES:

0:28 - Intro and clip

2:55 - General thoughts on the premiere

10:16 - Carrie and her relationship with Saul

17:30 - Dana and Leo

22:40 - Showtime working with the same actors, crew

25:18 - More on the Brody family

30:16 - Tracy Letts, Saul's decision, Quinn, everyone feels guilty

37:19 - More Chris, please

38:07 - Show close

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