The Televerse (mp3)

The premieres and finales continue this week, giving us plenty of TV to discuss on the podcast. First we look at the comedies, then break down the genre offerings, then Kate looks at the Voice for our reality segment, and then we look at the prestige dramas before spotlighting the latest episode of Hannibal, “Sorbet”. ... The post The Televerse #89- The Prisoner with Zack Handlen/Spotlight on Hannibal appeared first on PopOptiq.

“The Climb” focussed on many of our favourite characters being used, abused and sacrificed by those with greater powers. The post Game of Thrones Podcast #16: “The Climb” with special guest Mo Ryan appeared first on PopOptiq.

We had a lot to say this week on the podcast, thanks to a full and at times controversial week in television. First we look at a handful of the week’s many comedies, then spend some quality time with genre (in particular a certain misbehaving Doctor), then tip our hat to some reality winners, and ... The post The Televerse #88- The Americans season 1 with Randy Dankievitch/Spotlight on Rectify appeared first on PopOptiq.

  Scott Meslow, entertainment editor of TheWeek.com, joins Kate and Ricky to discuss what is without a doubt the season’s busiest episode. “Kissed by Fire,” written by Bryan Conman is bookended with huge moments that will have ramifications across a number of story-lines, not to mention a heart-wrenching scene between two of our favourite characters. ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #15: “Kissed by Fire” with guest Scott Meslow appeared first on PopOptiq.

This week on the podcast, we’re back to more balanced split of television, between comedy, genre, and drama. First we break down the week in comedy, focusing on Bob’s Burgers and Veep, then genre, focusing on Orphan Black and Doctor Who, then reality, and finally drama, particularly Mad Men and The Americans. Then we spotlight ... The post The Televerse #87- Dollhouse with Kate Rennebohm/Spotlight on The Good Wife appeared first on PopOptiq.

Simon Howell returns to our Game of Thrones podcast to discuss episode 4 of season four titled “And Now His Watch Is Ended.” Warning: Sensitive viewers should maybe stay away from this podcast as we for once lean more towards the critical side. Give us a rating on Itunes! It would be greatly appreciated and ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #14: “And Now His Watch Is Ended” appeared first on PopOptiq.

It was a lighter week of television, with many shows taking a break before the end-of-season push, but there’s still plenty to talk about on the podcast. After looking at the rather meager week in comedy, we talk genre, then reality, and finally drama, including the finale of Southland and premiere of Rectify. Then Ryan ... The post The Televerse #86- Spartacus with Ryan McGee appeared first on PopOptiq.

Prior to this week’s episode, we’ve been doing a lot of catching up. There has been a bit of character upkeep and Ricky and Kate have kept busy doing a bit of plot-point bookkeeping. “Walk of Punishment” changes all this. Guest host Michael Waldman joins the conversation this week to discuss our favourite characters who ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #13: “Walk of Punishment” appeared first on PopOptiq.

It’s a very full week of television this time on the podcast with shows from every genre showing up in a big way. We go through the week’s comedy, genre, reality, and finally drama TV before spotlighting (yes, the spotlight is back!) Southland’s intense, gripping episode, “Chaos”. Then we welcome Steve Prokopy, Capone from AICN, ... The post The Televerse #85- Steve Prokopy’s Horror Picks 2/Spotlight on Southland appeared first on PopOptiq.

Last week’s podcast was basically the first part of a catch-up with characters after the events of season two, and this week Ricky seems much more prepared despite the glut of new characters added in. Les Chappell from the AV Club joins us to discuss the development of some of the more familiar characters, fleshing ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #12: “Dark Wings, Dark Words’ with special guest Les Chappell appeared first on PopOptiq.

We have more television to talk about this week on the podcast, but fewer standout episodes, unfortunately. First we take a look at the genre fare from the past week, then rundown the comedies, and finally dive into the dramas. Then we welcome on Dan Forcella from TV Fanatic to help us take a look ... The post The Televerse #84- Justified season 4 with Dan Forcella appeared first on PopOptiq.

Kate returns with her Game of Thrones Podcast, only with a change of co-hosts. Replacing Simon Howell is Ricky D, with a rotating guest host appearing each week. Episode 11 features Randy Dankievitch from Processed Media, to help Kate and Rick discuss the season three premiere, “Valar Dohaeris.” Playlist:   Give us a rating on ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #11: “Valar Dohaeris” with special guest Randy Dankievitch appeared first on PopOptiq.

We’ve finally reached the end of our long, tumultuous season, as The Walking Dead closes its third year, as well as Glen Mazzara’s tenure as showrunner. Ricky, Kate and Simon are joined by Kevin Yeoman of Screenrant to weigh the decisions made by Mazzara and the writers as to who finally lives and dies in the Battle ... The post Walking Dead Podcast Episode 39: “Welcome to the Tombs” with special guest Kevin Yeoman appeared first on PopOptiq.

It’s another fantastic week of television, with the dramas in particular bringing their A game and giving us plenty to talk about on the podcast. First we break down the comedies, then the genre fare, then the reality, and finally the dramas. Then we head over to the DVD Shelf to welcome back David Bax ... The post The Televerse #83- Angel with David Bax appeared first on PopOptiq.

With only one Season 3 episode to go, Ricky, Kate and Simon are joined by SoS regular Dan Heaton for a typically heated discussion of “This Sorrowful Life,” penned by new showrunner Scott M. Gimple and directed by effects whiz Greg Nicotero. Discussed: trusting in showrunners, Rick’s decision-making skills, Andrew Lincoln vs. Norman Reedus, marriage, ... The post Walking Dead Podcast Episode 38: “This Sorrowful Life” with guest, Dan Heaton appeared first on PopOptiq.

The dramas were not kidding around this week, giving us plenty of great television to talk about and pushing this podcast to the longer side. First we break down the comedies, then the prestige dramas, and then we look briefly at some reality before finishing up Our Week in TV with some genre fare. Next ... The post The Televerse #82- SCTV with Pat Healy/Spotlight on Justified appeared first on PopOptiq.

With two episodes left in the season, “Prey” takes the mostly dialogue-free approach as The Governor goes off in hot pursuit of Andrea. To help them assess the episode and anticipate the endgame, Ricky, Kate and Simon are joined by Scott Meslow of The Atlantic and The Week Magazine. Discussed: missing flashbacks, John Carpenter, and ... The post Walking Dead Podcast Episode 37: “Prey” with special guest Scott Meslow appeared first on PopOptiq.

It’s a great week for TV drama, with plenty to discuss on the podcast. After going through Our Week in TV, including Justified, The Americans, our Comedy Roundup (Cougar Town, Community, Parks and Rec, Archer, Bob’s Burgers), The Vampire Diaries, Spartacus: War of the Damned, The Amazing Race, The Good Wife, the pilot for The ... The post The Televerse #81- Girls season 2 with Justine Smith/Spotlight on Southland appeared first on PopOptiq.

This week, special guest and Sound On Sight contributor Randy Dankievitch joins Simon, Ricky and Kate to discuss “Arrow on the Doorpost,” the long-awaited episode that features the Rick/The Governor showdown we’ve been wai– oh, hold on. Sorry, false alarm: it turns out to be the episode where they have a meet n’ greet. Discussed: ... The post Walking Dead Podcast Episode 36: “Arrow on the Doorpost” with special guest Randy Dankievitch appeared first on PopOptiq.

With most network TV on hiatus, or at least taking a few weeks off, we have a surprisingly short podcast this week. After a truncated Week in TV, including Justified, The Americans, our Comedy Roundup (Community, Archer, Bob’s Burgers), the Grimm midseason premiere, Spartacus: War of the Damned, The Amazing Race, Girls, and The Good ... The post The Televerse #80- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine with Jeff Barrus appeared first on PopOptiq.