The new animated series "WondLa" on Apple TV+ just came out at the end of June. Today we discuss its narrative, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s "The Search for WondLa," and discuss the animation quality, voice acting, and overall execution. Comparisons to other sci-fi works like "I Am Mother" and "Raised by Wolves" highlight common themes of artificial parenthood and environmentalism. We also touch on Skydance Animation's challenges and the impact of John Lasseter’s involvement. Welcome to Today's Episode!

In this episode, we dive into the new TV series "Presumed Innocent" on Apple TV+, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and created by David E. Kelley, based on Scott Turow's book. We compare the show with the original book and the 90s film adaptation starring Harrison Ford. Tune in as we discuss whether the book, movie, or TV series reigns supreme, and what we thought of Gyllenhaal's portrayal of the borderline sociopath Rusty Sabich. We also share intriguing facts about Cook County, where the story is set. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Join us as we dive into the surreal and experimental comedy of Julio Torres' latest series, Fantasmas. We discuss its unique blend of sketch comedy and overarching narrative, comparing it to Torres' previous work on Los Espookys and other genre-bending shows like Everything Everywhere All at Once and Adult Swim classics. From Paul Dano's bizarre cameo to the quirky recurring motifs, we cover it all. While one host finds the show hit-or-miss, the other appreciates its offbeat humor. Tune in for a lively debate on what makes Fantasmas both a triumph and a challenge to watch.

With a monster budget and an overwhelmingly negative trailer response, Star Wars fans were left bracing as the premiere of the first two episodes of The Acolyte dropped on June 4th on Disney+. The show takes place far back before any of the events of the Skywalker Saga and brings us new worlds, characters, costumes, and stories while retaining the same transition wipes and stoic Jediism we're used to. On this podcast, we discuss our impressions of the show mixed in with some interesting facts about the production. Tune in to hear our ultimate ratings and justification. Welcome to Today's Episode.

Today we are discussing a new Netflix show which is set in the streets of 1980s New York, similar to Russian Doll, The Shrink Next Door and The Deuce. The story follows Vincent Sullivan, a troubled puppeteer searching for his missing son, Edgar. As Vincent grapples with his own demons and the chaos around him, he manifests an unexpected ally in Eric, a blue monster that can talk. Tune in to our thoughts on the pilot episode, "The Monster Under the Bed," reviewing all the story lines, what we learned about the production, and our ultimate rating. Welcome To Today's Episode!

There is something ironic about a show releasing "A Fitting Finale" to conclude its first season after already being picked up by its network for another season. But "Elsbeth" is nothing if not a quirky program. A throwback to the howcatchem procedurals of the past, the show excels primarily due to the refreshing character dynamics between Elsbeth, Officer Kaya Blanke, and C.W. Wagner. In this podcast, we break down the finale, delving into the cheesy plot twists and character arcs. We also discuss the backgrounds of the actors and the show's unique production elements. Tune in and enjoy our analysis. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Tune in as we take a look at Apple TV+'s sci-fi thriller, Dark Matter,  starring Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly. If you can imagine your parallel universe doppelgänger hijacking your life for absolutely no good reason other than that they're bored and don't want to put out the effort in their own world, then you're in luck. Episode four, "The Corridor," is the longest and most intense installment yet. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Near the end of 2023, Chuck Lorre and Nick Bakay teamed up to create a new series centered around comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. The LA-based comedy about a bookie with strange clients ran eight episodes and has already been renewed for season 2, but just how good is the show? Tune in to hear our thoughts on what worked and what didn't, how the show came about, if it makes you want to gamble, and what our rating is. Welcome to Today's Episode!

If you're waiting on the next season of The Handmaid's Tale or the movie spin-off of Peaky Blinders, this will have to do as Steven Knight and Elisabeth Moss team up in this espionage thriller about an MI6 agent who gets close to an alleged ISIS commander in the hopes of preventing an attack in the US. Now, in the first three episodes that have been released, the show has its ups and downs, which we cover and rate in this episode. But if you come away with one thing, it’s that if you choose to write your own screenplay or script, try your best not to make your protagonist side with the probable terrorist. Food for thought. Welcome to Today's Episode.

The super-powered spiny anteater  with a powerful punch is back and ready to... BOWL. That's right, on Today's Episode, we're discussing the six-episode series Knuckles. The story is simple. Knuckles voiced by Idris Elba, teams up with Wade Whipple, played by Adam Pally. They make their way to Nevada to compete in the Tournament of Champions. Along the way, they face off against evil Kid Cudi, pesky mech hair-powered suits, and of course, Wade's family. Tune in as we run through trivia, pros, cons, and ratings. Welcome and enjoy!