Some sitcoms have an unearned reputation for being trite and simplistic and going for the lowest-common-denominator when it comes to humor. Just Shoot Me is not one of those shows. To find out what that means, you'll have to listen as the crew dissects this show about fashion magazines and....well...really just fashion magazines.
Wigs! And Kicks! Action! And Deception! Is anyone REALLY who they say they are? You know I forgot where I was going with this, but the point is that we're talking about ALIAS on this latest episode! This is a show with a tremendous reputation. Does the pilot stand up to that rep? Listen and learn!
Just a heads-up about a short break we're taking to recoup! See you in September!
The message of this week's show is important to MarvinDog Media, so we wanted everyone who listens to MarvinDog Media shows to have a chance to hear it. Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for their new Masters Of Th...
Did I do that? Got any cheese? Ok, we're done. Thankfully, Steve Urkell did not show up in the first episode of Family Matters. Is the show better for it? The crew spends some time debating that, and it ended up being a good discussion. Listen for yourself, then pity Jeff for his unpleasant associations with the show.
Hail to the Chief! Or at least to Martin Sheen! This time out, the crew dives into the world of politics with The West Wing. It's one of the most acclaimed shows of all time, so of course Jeff has never seen it. And of course Cory has seen all of it. And Regina hasn't seen it, either, but we're still not sure she was born when the show started in 1999. But the discussion is lively, so we hope you enjoy!
Did Regina love Perfect Strangers? Don't Be Ridiculous! Ok, not that we got THAT out of the way, the crew actually did enjoy this 80's sitcom with the catchphrase that wouldn't stop. How MUCH did they enjoy it? Listen and find out!
Our Joss Whedon series comes to an end (for now) with his least-heralded work: Dollhouse. Cory LOVES this show. Did Regina and Jeff share his enthusiasm, or would they prefer a mind-wipe and new personalities? Listen and find out!
This time out the crew discusses a show that might as well be called The Earth Tone Show. Seriously, there's a LOT of brown and khaki in this show. But that doesn't mean it's not great! In fact, this is one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, The Bob Newhart Show! Stick around after the show for an enlightening discussion about Bob Newhart's senior years...But make sure you aren't eating while you listen...
You can't take the sky from me....or my microphone!!! The crew gets all shiny about another Joss Whedon series, Firefly! This short-lived series is one of the most beloved creations of the early 21st century. Listen in and find out why!
You know what's funny? War! You know what's funnier? People getting so injured in war that they require surgery! Wait...what? Yeah, that's what Jeff thought, too. Turns out, you CAN find humor in dark places, as evidenced by one of the most celebrated sitcoms of all time, MASH! Regina's favorite comedy takes center stage this time as the crew discusses the first episode of this classic sitcom that lasted longer than the war that it depicted!
It's another spinoff!!! But this time, it's a SERIOUS spinoff. A dark, brooding, emo spinoff. It's ANGEL!!! How did the crew feel about Joss Whedon's second trip into the ever-expanding Buffyverse? Was it too dark for its own good? Listen and find out!!
This time out, the crew decided to discuss a show with a little less drama than Buffy: Family Guy! You can't get much sillier or play with lower stakes than a show with a talking dog and tons of fart jokes. And yet, our fearless trio manages to have a serious discussion about the merits of the show! Enjoy!
It's about time! The Pilot Episode crew has been waiting for this show for a long time, and we're excited to finally bring it to you! Buffy is Cory's favorite show of all time, and it's in the top 10 (maybe top 7) for both Regina and Jeff, so you can see why the show clocks in at longer than normal. But fear not, it's quality AND quantity! So let's vamp it up, folks!
Don't call it a comeback! Actually, you CAN call it a comeback. After almost 5 years away, The Pilot Episode is making a triumphant return! Cory and Jeff are back with their new co-host Regina Davis to make you laugh and maybe help you learn a little bit, too! First up, one of the best spinoffs and one of the best sitcoms of all time: Frasier! Welcome back, friends!
It’s that time again! Cory and Jeff discuss the 2015 Emmy nominations and give their predictions for the winners, as well as who they think SHOULD win. The good news: Jeff has actually SEEN some of the shows this year!
Another episode, another Denis Leary joint. This time out, Jeff and Cory discuss Denis Leary’s second series, Rescue Me. It’s a bit of a departure for Leary, as the show is a serious drama sprinkled with dark comedy. As you … Continue reading →
Everybody knows Denis Leary had a hit TV show called “Rescue Me” in the 00’s. Did you know he had ANOTHER show in the early oughts? Neither did Cory. So it’s time to introduce yourself to The Job, a police … Continue reading →
What’s better than an imaginary friend? Chris O’Dowd being your imaginary friend, that’s what! This time out, Jeff and Cory discuss the first episode of Moone Boy, a sitcom created and co-written by Pilot Episode favorite O’Dowd. It’s set in … Continue reading →
Jeff and Cory get downright prehistoric on the latest episode! They go back eons and millenia and decades, even, to discuss the first episode of Dinosaurs! Does Jim Henson’s final sitcom stand the test of time, or is the humor … Continue reading →
Let it never be said that MarvinDog Media shies away from controversial subjects! This time out, Cory and Jeff discuss the first episode of the biggest sitcom of the 80s, The Cosby Show. Has the show held up since it … Continue reading →
The Tina Fey marathon continues! Jeff and Cory discuss the first episode of 30 Rock. Was Tina Fey correct in her assertion that this was one of the weakest pilots ever? Listen and find out!
In case you hadn’t heard, MarvinDog Media had to say “see you soon” to their mascot this week. Marvin led a full life in a short time, and Taylor sat down with Jeff to discuss just how Marvin and Jeff … Continue reading →
Females are strong as hell! And Kimmy Schmidt proves that! Jeff and Cory are back to discuss the Netflix original series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt! Has Netflix hit another one out of the park? Only one way to find out!
We’re baaaaaa-aaaaack!!!! After a more-than-brief hiatus, Cory and Jeff are back in a big way! To celebrate their triumphant return, they sat down to discuss one of their favorite animated sitcoms, Home Movies. You may have heard of it, you … Continue reading →
Hey guys, long time, no see. We realized Cory had never had the spotlight on him, and Jeff insisted that he tell us all about himself. So, being Cory, he was more than happy to oblige. Learn a little about … Continue reading →
To ring in the Fall TV season, Cory and Jeff sat down to discuss their most-anticipated new show’s pilot episode: Gotham. Does Batman without Batman work? Or is it a caped crusader shy of working? Listen and find out. Please … Continue reading →
This is the most bittersweet Pilot Episode yet. We’re discussing a comedy, but we’re saying goodbye to one of the founders of The Pilot Episode. Josh appears for the last time, so enjoy the Joshy goodness while you can! This … Continue reading →
Are the networks completely bereft of artistic content? The Emmy voters would have you believe it, base on the 2014 nominations. Is that a fair assessment? And what does this mean for the current landscape? Also, who’s gonna win? Cory … Continue reading →
We’re back! After an extended hiatus, The Pilot Episode returns to discuss a show that Josh and Cory could NOT be more excited about: The Big Bang Theory. If you read that last sentence in a sarcastic tone, you read … Continue reading →
