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Episode 489 – Silent Threats & Synthetic Ghouls
SEAL Tears and Eyeball Fears
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (episodes 1 & 2) and Alien: Earth (episode 4).
Episode Index
Intro: 0:07
Alien: Earth: 14:40
Dark Wolf: 29:53
Alien: Earth (FX/Hulu)
Alien: Earth Episode 4 – “Observation”
Summary (Spoiler-Free):
Wendy gains the ability to communicate with Xenomorphs via human-audible frequencies. Meanwhile, the creepy “Eye” parasite—affectionately dubbed the “Eyeball Monster”—possesses a sheep as biological weaponry testing escalates. Morrow manipulates hybrid Slightly for leverage as corporate horror deepens. 
Why It Matters: Horror doubles down—body invasion, synthetic identity, power vengeance through biology.
Production Details:
Writer(s): Noah Hawley & Bobak Esfarjani
Director: Ugla Hauksdóttir
Air Date: August 26, 2025
Viewership: ~0.393 million U.S. households; 0.07 in 18–49 demo
Reception: Generally positive visuals and performance reviews (some pacing critiques).
Out of 5 Alien Invested Brother Lungs
Darryl: 4/5
Brian: 3.8/5
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf Episodes 1 & 2
Episode 1 – “Inherent Resolve”
Summary (Spoiler-Free): We meet Navy SEAL-turned-CIA operative Ben Edwards, haunted by his past and bound by loyalty. A mission gone sideways reveals internal corruption—Edwards’ decision to kill a CIA asset fueling moral and institutional fallout. 
Tone & Tension: Brotherhood under siege, righteous anger, a dark new chapter begins.
Episode 2 – “The Audition”
Summary (Spoiler-Free): Expelled from official channels, Edwards and his comrade Hastings join a rogue CIA mission. New leads, new team—this time they’re unfiltered, uncompromising, and off the record. 
Tone & Tension: Embracing the shadows; a thrilling slide into espionage.
Series Context:
Prequel to The Terminal List, created by Jack Carr and David DiGilio. Stars Taylor Kitsch as Ben Edwards, with Chris Pratt and Tom Hopper rounding out the cast. Premiered August 27, 2025, on Amazon Prime Video.
Out of 10 Your Not a Coward Riggins, Way to Go Taking Out that Pedo
Darryl: 8.1/10
Brian: 7.68/10
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The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings.
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Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com.
The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor.
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SEAL Tears and Eyeball Fears
This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (episodes 1 & 2) and Alien: Earth (episode 4).
Episode Index
Intro: 0:07
Alien: Earth: 14:40
Dark Wolf: 29:53
Alien: Earth (FX/Hulu)
Alien: Earth Episode 4 – “Observation”
Summary (Spoiler-Free):
Wendy gains the ability to communicate with Xenomorphs via human-audible frequencies. Meanwhile, the creepy “Eye” parasite—affectionately dubbed the “Eyeball Monster”—possesses a sheep as biological weaponry testing escalates. Morrow manipulates hybrid Slightly for leverage as corporate horror deepens. 
Why It Matters: Horror doubles down—body invasion, synthetic identity, power vengeance through biology.
Production Details:
Writer(s): Noah Hawley & Bobak Esfarjani
Director: Ugla Hauksdóttir
Air Date: August 26, 2025
Viewership: ~0.393 million U.S. households; 0.07 in 18–49 demo
Reception: Generally positive visuals and performance reviews (some pacing critiques).
Out of 5 Alien Invested Brother Lungs
Darryl: 4/5
Brian: 3.8/5
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf Episodes 1 & 2
Episode 1 – “Inherent Resolve”
Summary (Spoiler-Free): We meet Navy SEAL-turned-CIA operative Ben Edwards, haunted by his past and bound by loyalty. A mission gone sideways reveals internal corruption—Edwards’ decision to kill a CIA asset fueling moral and institutional fallout. 
Tone & Tension: Brotherhood under siege, righteous anger, a dark new chapter begins.
Episode 2 – “The Audition”
Summary (Spoiler-Free): Expelled from official channels, Edwards and his comrade Hastings join a rogue CIA mission. New leads, new team—this time they’re unfiltered, uncompromising, and off the record. 
Tone & Tension: Embracing the shadows; a thrilling slide into espionage.
Series Context:
Prequel to The Terminal List, created by Jack Carr and David DiGilio. Stars Taylor Kitsch as Ben Edwards, with Chris Pratt and Tom Hopper rounding out the cast. Premiered August 27, 2025, on Amazon Prime Video.
Out of 10 Your Not a Coward Riggins, Way to Go Taking Out that Pedo
Darryl: 8.1/10
Brian: 7.68/10
Contact Us
The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings.
@infamouspodcast
facebook/infamouspodcast
instagram/infamouspodcast
stitcher
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Google Play
iHeart Radio
Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com.
The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor.
Subscribe today!