Robert De Niro headlines this new political conspiracy thriller as a retired president called back into action after a massive cyberattack devastates the nation. Joined by Jesse Plemons, Lizzy Caplan, and Joan Allen, Zero Day boasts a star-studded cast—but does it deliver on its doomsday premise or settle for a slow-moving, boomer fantasy? Tune in as we dissect the pilot’s high-profile cameos, debate its critical reception (which spans from “dull misfire” to “suspenseful nail-biter”), and decide whether this series truly captures the tension of modern cyber warfare—or just checks off the big-name box. Welcome to Today's Episode!

The CW’s new crime procedural stars Leighton Meester and Luke Cook as a sibling detective duo solving small-town cases under the watchful eye of their police-chief dad (Clancy Brown). Tune in as we discuss the pilot episode, "Peace in the Valley," where a botched pharmacy robbery turns deadly in a town of fewer than 4,000 people. Though it's a lighthearted spin on a tried-and-true family-cop formula, the small cast and low expectations make this an interesting show to compare, review, and rate. We also discuss what it means for The CW’s evolving lineup. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Netflix’s Asura marks the fourth iteration of the Takezawa sisters’ story—last seen on-screen in the 2003 film Like Asura, which was nominated for Best Film in Japan. This year, acclaimed director Hirokazu Kore-eda (Shoplifters) expands the tale into a seven-episode series set in 1979 Tokyo, where four sisters discover their father’s affair and watch their family bonds fray under hidden resentments and shifting alliances. Adapted from Kuniko Mukōda’s classic Ashura no Gotoku, Asura blends humor and heartbreak with Kore-eda’s signature humanistic touch. Tune in as we discuss the episodes, the critical reception, and our ultimate rating. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

Happy Valentine’s Day! Cassandra is a new German series about a ’70s-era AI house that springs to life the moment a family moves in. It's an updated version of steampunk where, instead of vintage-industrial tech, you have antique smart devices. Despite its unique premise, one doesn't have to look far for apt comparisons—especially in a time when people are increasingly fearful about what our computer helpers might be doing and thinking. Tune in to hear our breakdown of the pilot, our thoughts on Cassandra (the house), and what our predictions will be. Welcome to Today’s Episode!

The new Australian docu-drama tells the story of Belle Gibson, an influencer who spent her 15 minutes building a wellness empire on fake cancer claims, sham cures, and Insta clout. Produced by See-Saw Films and it's spin-off company Picking Scabs, Apple Cider Vinegar shows how one person manipulated the world—and why big companies were all too eager to buy in. On the podcast, we break down the Netflix pilot, compare the screen adaptation to the book, and give our ratings. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Joseph Bennett (Scavengers Reign) and Greg Daniels (The Office) have a new show out called Common Side Effects, an offbeat comedy centered around corporate paranoia and miraculous mushrooms. When Marshall—an anti-social genius with a neck-beard and a pet tortoise—stumbles on a species of fungi that can resurrect the dead, the government and Big Pharma take notice. Next thing he knows, he's got a target on his back and the DEA on his tail. It’s a darkly absurd mashup of conspiracy thriller and nature worship, ugly characters with breathtaking environments. Tune in to hear our review. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Today we sling our way into one of the most anticipated shows of the year, Disney+’s latest animated reboot of the iconic Marvel superhero, Spider-Man. Guided by Norman Osborn instead of Tony Stark, a 14-year-old Peter Parker navigates 3D cel-shaded streets—and a mountain of comic-book history. On this podcast, we discuss the show, pros, cons, some weird spidey facts, and our thoughts on the current state of the MCU. Tune in to hear our rating the overall reception and our predictions. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Dan Fogelman's (This Is Us) new show Paradise on Hulu has a head-spinning twist. Sterling K. Brown stars as Xavier Collins, the dutiful head of security for President Cal Bradford (James Marsden). When Bradford ends up dead, Xavier begins to retrace everyone's steps from the night before. Along with solving his murder, we also have to question who stole the extremely important iPad Bradford kept in a safe, what happened to Xavier's wife, and where the whole show takes place. Between all the flashbacks, personal politics, and snooping going on, we spend this podcast discussing some of our favorite and least favorite moments. Tune in to hear our rating. Welcome to Toady's Episode!

Sakamoto Days—the new anime adaptation of Yuto Suzuki’s hit manga is on Netflix. It follows Taro Sakamoto: once the deadliest assassin alive, now an unassuming, overweight convenience-store owner who just wants a peaceful life with his family. Too bad the criminal underworld will never let that settle! Across Episodes 1–3, we follow Sakamoto and his growing “crew” dodging (and dishing out) cartoonishly wild attacks. Join us as we break down the highlights, from the amusement-park bounty hunts to the bullet-blocking gumballs. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Apple TV+'s first drama of the year is Prime Target, a show promising mathematical mayhem and a lot of conspiracy. In this thriller, Cambridge prodigy Ed unearths the “secret power” of prime numbers—only to see his research torched, his professor dead, and a shadowy organization named Kaplar beckoning. Think A Beautiful Mind meets The Da Vinci Code. We break down Episodes 1 and 2, question the plot holes, and decide if this 'prime number' puzzle is worth solving—or just pretending to be smart. Welcome to Today's Episode!