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  • S5E1 - "Shukumei" (Shogun S1E1)

    Summary


    In this episode, Carmen and Kimberly discuss the pilot episode of the show Shogun. They are captivated by the epic visuals and the political intrigue and drama of 17th century Japan. The arrival of the pilot and the cultural differences he encounters set the tone for the show. They also discuss the character of Toranaga, who exhibits similarities to Ned Stark from Game of Thrones. The episode ends with tensions among the five houses and the impending war. In this conversation, Carmen and Kimberly discuss the character development, struggles with customs and faith, and Blackthorn's journey in the TV show. They also talk about Blackthorn's heroic act, the search and rescue mission, and the general's change of heart. The conversation covers Blackthorn's moral dilemma, revelation, and his journal. They speculate on the potential love story between Mariko and Blackthorn and express their excitement for the show.


    Takeaways


    Shogun is an epic show set in 17th century Japan, featuring stunning visuals and political intrigue.

    The arrival of the pilot and the cultural differences he encounters highlight the challenges of communication and understanding in a foreign land.

    Toranaga's character exhibits similarities to Ned Stark from Game of Thrones, with his ethical code and potential hidden agenda.

    Tensions among the five houses and the impending war create a sense of anticipation and conflict.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Setting

    00:28 Overview of the Pilot Episode

    01:18 Political Intrigue and Drama

    04:01 Language and Cultural Differences

    04:52 The Brutality of the Time Period

    06:29 Introduction of Toranaga

    07:46 Tensions Among the Five Houses

    09:24 Toranaga's Sadistic Tendencies

    10:52 Toranaga's Character Similarities to Ned Stark

    12:03 Toranaga's Sacrifice

    13:04 Power Struggles and Alliances

    14:22 The Secret Agendas of Characters

    15:32 The Impending War

    18:03 Character Development

    19:01 Struggles with Customs and Faith

    20:01 Blackthorn's Journey

    21:02 Meeting Rodrigo

    22:13 Blackthorn's Heroic Act

    23:08 Search and Rescue Mission

    24:05 General's Change of Heart

    25:02 Blackthorn's Moral Dilemma

    26:11 Blackthorn's Revelation

    28:42 Blackthorn's Journal

    29:17 Blackthorn's Past Actions

    30:25 Mariko and Blackthorn's Potential Love Story

    32:08 Excitement for the Show


    29 min
  • S4E4 - "Jo & The Piano" (Constellation S1E4)

    Summary


    In this episode of Constellation, titled 'The Left Hand of God,' Joe's life back home is not how she remembers it, and growing tension with Magnus adds to her feeling of alienation. The episode introduces several mysteries and unanswered questions, including the disappearance of Alice's mother, the changing nature of Joe's universe, and the presence of mysterious lithium pills. Joe investigates the pills and discovers a connection to corporate espionage and the whistleblowers who have been experiencing visions in space. The episode also explores Joe's newfound piano skills and the possibility of interdimensional connections. The strained relationship between Joe and Magnus reaches a breaking point, and Bud becomes a suspect in a murder investigation. The episode ends with the revelation of a potential sacrifice involving Alice.


    Takeaways


    The episode introduces several mysteries and unanswered questions, keeping the audience engaged and eager for more.

    The presence of lithium pills and their connection to corporate espionage raises suspicions and adds to the intrigue of the story.

    Joe's piano skills and the interference phenomenon suggest a connection between different dimensions and the transfer of abilities.

    The strained relationship between Joe and Magnus, as well as the potential sacrifice involving Alice, create tension and uncertainty for the characters.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:30 Alice's Mysterious Disappearance

    01:20 Evidence of a Different Universe

    03:15 Joe's Investigation and Discovery

    04:12 Corporate Espionage and Vitamin A

    05:06 Lithium and the Whistleblowers

    05:35 Interference Phenomenon and Space Station Memories

    06:02 Joe's Piano Skills and Interdimensional Connections

    06:31 Alice's Connection to the Other Side

    07:46 Tapes from the Marine Agency

    09:29 Mysterious Recordings and Time Travel

    10:09 Strained Relationship with Magnus

    11:23 Magnus' Betrayal and Deteriorating Marriage

    12:23 Alice's Coping Mechanism and Necklace Symbolism

    13:46 Bud's Investigation and Anomaly in the Footage

    15:13 Henry's Conversation with Himself and Warm Toned Shots

    17:37 Changing Picture in the Cabin

    18:06 Alice's Potential Sacrifice

    18:13 Conclusion



    19 min
  • S3E8 - "I like John, I like Jane" (Mr. & Mrs. Smith S1E8)

    Summary


    In the final episode of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, John and Jane find themselves in a life-or-death situation as they navigate a dangerous world of spies and assassins. The episode begins with Jane receiving a message to terminate John, leading to a series of intense events. They confront each other at a museum, engage in a thrilling chase, and have a chaotic fight in a park. Along the way, they encounter a suspicious neighbor and have a heart-to-heart conversation with John's mother. The episode ends with John returning to Jane, setting the stage for the conclusion of their adventure. In the finale of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, the tone shifts and the episode is compared to the movie Mr. and Mrs. Smith. The truth serum scene is highlighted as a comedic and vulnerable moment. Revelations about John and Jane's pasts are discussed, including Jane's sociopathic tendencies. Super John and Super Jane are introduced, and the episode ends with an ambiguous and potentially deadly situation. The possibility of a second season is speculated upon, and overall thoughts on the show are shared.


    Takeaways


    The final episode of Mr. and Mrs. Smith is filled with intense action and suspense as John and Jane navigate a dangerous world of spies and assassins.

    The episode features a thrilling chase, a chaotic fight in a park, and a surprising revelation about a suspicious neighbor.

    The characters' lack of communication and trust leads to misunderstandings and dangerous situations.

    The episode sets the stage for the conclusion of John and Jane's adventure, leaving viewers eager to see how their story will unfold.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    01:22 The Final Episode Begins

    03:21 John Discovers a Threat

    04:20 John and Jane Meet at the Museum

    05:30 The Chase Begins

    07:24 John Trapped in the Revolving Door

    08:23 The Chaotic Park Fight

    09:27 The Unbelievable Chase Continues

    12:21 The Cops Arrive

    13:43 Jane Escapes

    14:12 John's Encounter with Hot Neighbor

    16:13 John's Mom and Jane's Conversation

    19:23 Hot Neighbor's Revelation

    21:41 Hot Neighbor's Departure

    22:05 John Returns to Jane

    22:21 Tone Shift and Comparison to Mr. and Mrs. Smith

    25:37 The Truth Serum Scene

    27:11 Revelations about John and Jane

    29:02 Super John and Super Jane

    30:30 The Safe House and Ambiguous Ending

    36:30 Mid-Credits Scene and Speculation for Season 2

    41:06 Overall Thoughts on the Show


    45 min
  • S3E7 - "Cheeks & Geeks" (Mr. & Mrs. Smith S1E7)

    Summary


    In this episode, Carmen and Kimberly discuss episode 7 of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, titled 'Infidelity.' They explore the unseen conversations between characters and the lack of tension in the show. They also analyze the emotional affair between Jane and Bev and the consequences it has on John and Jane's relationship. The failed mission and HiHi's manipulation are also key topics of discussion. The episode ends with John's decision to leave, leaving the future of their relationship uncertain.


    Takeaways


    The show's lack of tension and focus on unseen conversations can be confusing and detract from the overall plot.

    The emotional affair between Jane and Bev highlights the strain in John and Jane's relationship.

    The failed mission and HiHi's manipulation add to the complexity of the story.

    John's decision to leave creates uncertainty for the future of their relationship.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction

    00:23 Episode 7: Infidelity

    06:22 Jane and Bev's Encounter

    09:01 Emotional Affair

    11:44 Lack of Tension

    21:20 HiHi's Manipulation

    23:06 John's Decision

    24:03 Bonus Scene

    25:28 Final Thoughts


    27 min
  • S3E6 - "You Robotic Mimic Emotions" (Mr. & Mrs. Smith S1E6)

    Summary

    In this episode, Carmen and Kimberly discuss episode six of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, titled 'Couples Therapy, Naked and Afraid.' They explore the dynamics of John and Jane's relationship as they attend therapy sessions and navigate their missions. The therapists' favoritism, the challenges of an interracial relationship, and the toxic arguments between John and Jane are highlighted. The episode ends with the couple burning down the therapist's house. Overall, Carmen and Kimberly express mixed feelings about the show and the progression of the relationship.
    Takeaways
    The therapy sessions reveal the deep-seated issues in John and Jane's relationship, including control, communication, and jealousy.
    The show explores the challenges of an interracial relationship and the cultural differences that can create tension.
    The toxic arguments between John and Jane highlight the deteriorating state of their relationship.
    The inconsequential nature of the failures and the rushed pacing of the episode leave the viewer wanting more emotional investment in the characters.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    00:30 Episode Overview
    01:11 Initial Impressions
    01:38 Therapy Session
    03:00 Therapy Session: Control Issues
    03:14 Flashback: Mission 2
    04:04 Interracial Relationship Dynamics
    04:38 Therapy Session: Bonding Over Racism
    05:19 Impatience and Shooting
    06:05 Therapy Session: Hurtful Language
    06:45 Lack of Sympathy
    07:13 Therapist's Favoritism
    08:13 Therapist's Grandstanding
    09:28 Jealousy and Favoritism
    10:01 Flashback: Mission 3
    10:39 Catchphrase and Laughter
    11:20 Feeling Held Back
    12:31 Flashback: Mission 4
    13:14 Argument over Book
    13:49 Intense Argument in the Woods
    15:07 Toxic Relationship Dynamics
    16:06 Hurtful Remarks
    16:34 Competition with Mother
    19:09 Separate Work Projects
    20:05 Recording of Therapy Sessions
    21:11 Burning the Therapist's House
    21:45 Inconsequential Failures
    22:18 Mixed Feelings
    22:31 Conclusion
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    23 min
  • S3E5 - "Baby Man" (Mr. & Mrs. Smith S1E5)

    Summary


    In this episode, Carmen and Kimberly discuss episode five of Mr. and Mrs. Smith. John and Jane navigate a mission in Lake Como while pondering parenthood. The episode is filled with banter, ineptitude, and a weird family dynamic. The safe house is compromised, leading to a surprising twist involving John's new house. HiHi's manipulation and Jane's temptation create tension in their relationship. The episode ends with uncertainty about the future.


    Takeaways


    The episode showcases the banter and ineptitude of John and Jane as they navigate a mission in Lake Como.

    The weird family dynamic between John, Jane, and Toby adds humor and depth to the episode.

    HiHi's manipulation and Jane's temptation create tension in John and Jane's relationship.

    The episode ends with uncertainty about the future of John and Jane's relationship and their involvement with HiHi.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction

    00:25 Episode Overview

    01:00 Initial Impressions

    03:02 Italian Adventure

    03:30 Weird Family Dynamic

    04:19 Parenthood and Roles

    05:20 Compromised Safe House

    06:20 John's Surprise House

    07:37 Medicine and Cigarettes

    08:48 Intimate Moment Interrupted

    09:33 Vows and Baby Talk

    10:37 HiHi's Messages

    11:46 Assassins and Explosions

    14:06 HiHi's Manipulation

    15:58 Jane's Temptation

    18:55 HiHi's Offer

    19:43 Uncertain Future

    20:26 Overall Thoughts

    21:39 Conclusion


    23 min
  • S4E1 - "The Little Rocket Girl" (Constellation S1E1)

    Summary

    In this episode, the hosts discuss the first episode of the show 'Constellation.' The episode is filled with confusion and mystery as the main character, Jo, experiences strange events on the International Space Station. Jo volunteers to stay behind and repair the escape pod, leading to a series of eerie encounters and unexplained phenomena. The episode ends with Jo reuniting with her daughter and a mysterious painting that hints at a deeper mystery. The hosts are left with many questions and are excited to watch the next episode.


    Takeaways


    -The show 'Constellation' is filled with mystery and confusion, keeping the audience engaged and wanting to know more.

    -The main character, Jo, experiences strange events on the International Space Station, including encounters with a mysterious cosmonaut and unexplained time distortions.

    -The painting of two people carrying an angel is a recurring motif in the episode, hinting at a deeper mystery.

    -The experiment conducted by Henry and the suspicious pills he and others are taking add to the intrigue and raise questions about what is really happening.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Show Overview

    01:26 Confusion and Mystery

    05:44 Disaster Strikes the International Space Station

    08:50 Jo Volunteers to Stay Behind

    09:49 Jo's Strange Experience in the Escape Pod

    11:15 The Mysterious Cosmonaut and Strange Paintings

    13:41 Jo's Daughter and the Signal Loss

    16:16 Jo's Strange Experience in the Hallway

    19:59 Henry's Experiment and Suspicious Pills

    21:26 Jo's Secret Experiment

    22:25 Conclusion and Call to Action



    23 min
  • S4E3 - "Just Like Hide and Seek" (Constellation S1E3)

    Summary


    In this episode, the hosts discuss episode three of the TV show Constellation. They explore the separate locations of Bud and Henry, Henry's attempts to recreate a quantum signal, Joe's strange experiences and potential hypoxia, and her confusing relationship with Magnus. They also delve into Joe's encounters with the mysterious wardrobe, Bud's inconsistencies and potential collaboration with Henry, and the murder that takes place. The episode concludes with Joe's encounter with Paul's ghost and the potential illness and conspiracy theories surrounding Arena.


    Takeaways


    -The show introduces the concept of parallel universes and doppelgangers, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue.

    -Joe's experiences and potential hypoxia raise questions about the reliability of her narration and the nature of reality.

    -The characters' relationships and interactions are complex and often filled with tension and ambiguity.

    -The show's pacing and use of music contribute to its atmospheric and suspenseful tone.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:56 Bud and Henry's Separate Locations

    03:11 Henry Sees Two Versions of Alice

    04:08 Alice Sees a Doppelganger

    04:37 Henry Explains Quantum Theory to Alice

    05:29 Joe's Mission and Strange Experiences

    06:25 Joe's Hypoxia and Alternate Reality

    07:20 Joe's Confusion and Relationship with Magnus

    08:47 Joe's Affection for Magnus and Frederick's Confusion

    09:45 Joe's Encounter with the Wardrobe

    11:08 Joe's Potential Hypoxia and Unreliable Narrator

    12:29 Joe's Fall and the Mysterious Wardrobe

    13:28 Joe and Alice in the Snow

    14:26 Bud's Inconsistencies and Potential Collaboration with Henry

    17:40 Joe's Encounter with Paul's Ghost

    19:03 Henry and Irina's Intimate Moment

    20:02 Arena's Potential Illness and Conspiracy Theories

    20:28 Conclusion and Call to Action


    21 min
  • S4E2 - "You Smell Like You Again" (Constellation S1E2)

    Summary


    In this episode of Take This TV, Carmen Askerneese and Kimberly Woods discuss episode 2 of Constellation titled 'Live and Let Die.' They explore the mystery of the double daughters, Jo's desperate race against time in space, tensions rising on Earth, Jo's creepy encounters with Paul, unexplained phenomena and alternate realities, the mysterious button press, Jo's return to Earth, emotional reunions and a love triangle, the uncertainty of reality, the search for Alice, and the unraveling of the truth.


    Takeaways

    -The episode introduces several intriguing mysteries, including the existence of double daughters and alternate realities.

    -Jo's race against time in space creates a sense of urgency and suspense.

    -Tensions rise on Earth as Jo's loved ones grapple with her presumed death.

    -The episode raises questions about the nature of reality and the possibility of time loops.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    01:26 The Mystery of the Double Daughters

    04:42 Jo's Solitary Struggle in Space

    05:40 Tensions Rise on Earth

    07:04 Jo's Creepy Encounters with Paul

    08:31 Unexplained Phenomena and Alternate Realities

    09:54 The Mysterious Button Press

    10:52 Jo's Return to Earth

    12:16 Emotional Reunions and Love Triangle

    13:43 The Uncertainty of Reality

    15:04 The Search for Alice

    17:28 Conclusion and Call to Action





    18 min
  • S3E4 - "It Was Like a Weird Spell" (Mr. & Mrs. Smith S1E4)

    Summary


    In this episode, Carmen Askerneese and Kimberly Woods discuss Season 1, Episode 4 of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, titled 'Double Date.' They introduce the characters of Other John and Other Jane, who join John and Jane Smith for a double date. The hosts discuss the lack of caution and trust displayed by John and Jane towards the other couple. They also explore the charm and suspicion surrounding Other John and Other Jane, as well as the concept of super high risk and low risk jobs in the spy world. The episode ends with a declaration of love between John and Jane.


    Takeaways


    The importance of caution and trust in relationships

    The allure and danger of charismatic individuals

    The complexities of the spy world and different levels of risk

    The significance of open communication and declarations of love


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Show Description

    01:07 Introducing Other John and Other Jane

    02:11 Lack of Caution and Trust

    03:21 Excitement and Caution

    04:08 Interest in Friendship

    05:19 The Charm and Suspicion of Other John and Other Jane

    06:34 John's Previous Partner

    07:35 Killing Other John and Janes

    09:11 Super High Risk and Low Risk Jobs

    10:30 Matching Tactical Turtlenecks

    12:03 Controlling Breathing

    13:17 Confidence and Familiarity

    14:09 Impressionability and Interest in Super High Risk

    15:07 Helicopter Ride to the Jungle

    17:12 Kidnapped in the Jungle

    18:07 Declaration of Love

    19:36 Other John and Other Jane's Mission

    21:01 John's Idea of the Spy Life

    22:47 Recruiting for Super High Risk Jobs

    23:43 Decompressing and Reflecting

    25:01 Did You Love This Episode?

    25:50 The Declaration of Love

    26:20 Conclusion and Call to Action


    27 min

About Take This Tv

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Welcome to Take This Tv! The television book-club podcast! Each week hosts Carmen Askerneese and Kimberly Woods watch and discuss an episode of their favorite Tv shows with our friends in the fandom,โ€ฆ