The Episode One Show

Mobland: Guy Richie can Write Gangsters

Welcome to the Episode One Show! In this episode, Colin and Elijah dive into the premiere of 'Mob Land,' a British gangster series that debuted in March 2025. They discuss the unique elements of the show, including its emphasis on British politeness clashing with the criminal underworld. Key discussions include Tom Hardy's compelling performance, Helen Mirren's chilling role, and the intricate plotting and character development. The episode concludes with a breakdown of the shocking cliffhanger and future expectations for the series. Tune in for insights, favorite moments, and character analyses!02:28 Cast and Crew Insights05:26 Character Analysis and Comparisons09:46 Plot and Writing Techniques 13:52 Key Scenes and Dialogue Breakdown46:27 Tom Hardy's Subtle Shift49:35 Harry's Code and Honor51:14 The Tragic Mobster Arc53:19 Eddie's Character Analysis54:08 The Harrigan vs. Stevenson Contrast57:56 Visual Storytelling and Foreshadowing01:02:26 The Cliffhanger Theory01:12:45 Character Awards and Analysis01:25:07 What We're Watchingfollow our socials and patreon at patreon.com/theepisodeoneshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stranger Things: Crafting a Hit From The JUMP

Elijah and Colin are back and this time they dive into the pilot of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.Tune in for an in-depth analysis of why this pilot became a game-changer in TV history.03:21 Stranger Things: Our Personal Connection11:16 The Original Pitch: Montauk32:40 Introducing the Kids: Chemistry and Comic Relief37:36 Hopper's Introduction: A Flawed Cop44:03 Structural Issues: A, B, and C Stories49:04 Nancy and Steve: A Side Story53:15 Hopper's Arc: From Flawed Cop to Reluctant Hero01:08:31 Stranger Things and Cultural Commentary01:20:21 Game-Changing Pilot Analysis01:23:56 Current Watchlist and RecommendationsYou can access the Stranger Things Bible the duffer brothers pitched with HERESupport our patreon page at www.patreon.com/theepiosdeoneshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patreon Preview: Stranger Things

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Pluribus: Vince Gilligan is in his BAG!

In this episode of the Episode One Show, Colin and Elijah dive into the pilot of 'Pluribus,' a sci-fi series directed by Vince Gilligan. They discuss the show's unique concept of an extraterrestrial virus forming a hive mind out of humanity, leaving only 12 unaffected individuals. The conversation covers in-depth analysis of the pilot's structure, thematic elements, character development, and potential story arcs. The hosts also debate the implications of the protagonist's race, the show's place within the genre, and how it manages to grip the audience. They end with their typical segments, including the Indiana Jones Award, Steph Curry-Aja Wilson First Ballot Hall of Fame Award, COE (Character's Outstanding Episode) Award, and others, providing their insights while discussing the show's promising future.00:00 Welcome Back to the Episode One Show00:17 Discussing Favorite Podcasts and TV Shows01:43 Introducing the Show 'Pluribus'01:50 Pronunciation Fun and Family Reactions02:40 The Unique Appeal of 'Pluribus'07:14 Vince Gilligan's Influence and Background08:13 Analyzing the Show's Logline and Themes11:20 Comparing 'Pluribus' to Other Sci-Fi and Zombie Genres15:47 Character Dynamics and Relationships20:00 Elevator Pitch and Logline Discussion23:50 Exploring Tropes and Genre Subversion33:47 Break and Recap36:41 A, B, C Stories and Episode Structure38:10 Analyzing the Dual Story Structure39:23 Midpoint and Structural Analysis42:11 Understanding the Story Engine45:34 Character Dynamics and Representation46:51 Cliffhangers and Tension Building51:11 Segments and Awards Discussion01:01:26 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elijah and Colin's Top 5 Shows of 2025!

We're back with a new season of The Episode One show and we're kicking on 2025 with something a bit different. Listen as we break down our personal top 5 shows of 2025 and while we thought we'd be in lock step with our choices, it looks like we disagreed more than you'd think!Follow us at @TheEpsiodeOneShow on instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.