Season six episode eight of The Americans, “The Summit,” saw Elizabeth thinking critically and going against orders. We discuss Elizabeth’s journey from loyal foot soldier to independent thinker, the euthanasia of Erica,

  Season six episode seven of The Americans, “Harvest,” was stressful and hypnotic. We discuss Stan and Philip’s BFF moment and Henry’s inability to stop talking. Erica is making Elizabeth learn, dismemberment is romantic,

  Season six episode six of The Americans, “Rififi,” had absolutely nothing to do with heists and we feel betrayed. We discuss the current status of Philip and Elizabeth’s relationship, Henry the voice of reason,

  Season six episode five of The Americans, “The Great Patriotic War,” Philip and Elizabeth finally had sex! Or was it a honeytrap? We analyze Elizabeth’s murder mission, Jim’s interaction with Kimmy, and Philip’s fight with Paige.

  Season six episode four of The Americans, “Mr. and Mrs. Teacup,” was a melancholy look at a marriage in trouble. We discuss the parallels between Elizabeth and Erica, the callback to “Stingers,” and the problem with blind loyalty.

  Season six episode three of The Americans, “Urban Transport Planning,” gave us the reunion we’ve all been waiting for as Oleg and Stan come face to face. We discuss Elizabeth and Philip’s continued battle for Paige’s soul and the FBI’s decision to pu...

  Season six episode two of The Americans, “Tchaikovsky,” was all about marriage and parenting. We discuss the state of Philip and Elizabeth’s marriage, Philip and Henry, and Paige’s especially inadequate espionage. Erica shouts at Elizabeth,

  The final season premiere of The Americans, “Dead Hand,” aired this last week and so much happened! The theme of family permeates this episode as Philip lives his best capitalist life, Elizabeth sleeps on the job,

  We’re back and excited for the premiere of the final season of The Americans! Join us for this super short discussion of the trailers for the new season. If you have been avoiding the trailers, please do not listen to this episode!

  Season 7 episode 2 of Game of Thrones, “Stormborn,” delves in to themes of loyalty and perspective while also finding time for a naval battle. We discuss Arya’s reunions, the differing narratives presented by the three monarchs,