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Welcome to Pilot Season, the podcast where two Television obsessed thirty-something year old idiots attempt to dissect and analyse the art of the television pilot. Join us every week as we take on a new television pilot and discuss what makes it work, where does it go wrong and most importantly, does it make us want to drop everything and start episode two?

Top Hat Films


    • Aug 5, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 18m AVG DURATION
    • 69 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Pilot Season

    The Resort, Surface, Everything I Know About Love, Paper Girls and....Summerslam?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 76:32


    Oh we have another jam packed episode for you today folks, not only do we review 4 new pilots that have just been unleashed upon our TV screens but the first 40 mins of this episode is just discussing what we've recently been watching and your wonderful hosts have been BUSY.We also have a Patreon! Take a look right here - www.patreon.com/PilotSeasonPodcastAnd rep your favourite podcast with our new merch too! www.buythatmerch.co.uk/collections/pilot-season-podcastArtwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Paramount+ Special also including Ms Marvel, The Boys, Barry, Stranger Things, Umbrella Academy and....Iron Chef?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 84:54


    Ooooooh boy do we get through a lot in this episode, you think the shows in this week's title are a lot? Barely scratching the surface baby!We also have a Patreon! Take a look right here - www.patreon.com/PilotSeasonPodcastAnd rep your favourite podcast with our new merch too! www.buythatmerch.co.uk/collections/pilot-season-podcastArtwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    A New Beginning featuring Severence, Peacemaker, Ms Marvel, Obi-Wan, Heartstopper and so much more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 82:14


    We're back baby! After quite the absence we are back with a slightly re-jigged and a more accessible format.You loved the "what have you been watching" part of the show? Well you're in luck as that's essentially what your typical Pilot Season episode is now going to look like! With a cheeky surprise new segment at the end...We also have a Patreon! Take a look right here - www.patreon.com/PilotSeasonPodcastAnd rep your favourite podcast with our new merch too! www.buythatmerch.co.uk/collections/pilot-season-podcastArtwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 61 - The Mentalist and The Last Days Of Ptolemy Grey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 80:44


    "House Of Jingles"Our destination this week is Los Angeles (again!) as we watch 2009's The Mentalist directed by (he's a nutter!) David Nutter.We also have another absolute banger of a Question Of The Week all before watching The Last Days Of Ptolemy Grey from AppleTV+ starring Samuel L Jackson!Another jam packed episode for you all, we do like to spoil you!We also have a Patreon! Take a look right here - www.patreon.com/PilotSeasonPodcastAnd rep your favourite podcast with our new merch too! www.buythatmerch.co.uk/collections/pilot-season-podcastArtwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 60 - The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) and Bel-air (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 84:47


    "The Three M's"Our destination this week is Philadelphia USA but only for a short while as we both get into a little fight and our Mum's get scared so we're now off to see our Aunty and Uncle in Bel-Air!Yes that's right we are watching and reviewing the Pilot Episodes for both 1990's The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air and 2022's Bel-Air, we'll be discussing both pilots at the same time so we're changing it up a little this week all before our Question Of The Week (which is a good one!)Enjoy!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 59 - Agents Of Shield and Severance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 76:18


    This week Rob and George finally gain Level 7 clearance as they join the Agents Of Shield!Yes this week the boys discuss the pilot episode of Agents Of Shield, the cast of (mainly) unknowns and their dynamics, the impact the MCU had on the future of the show and much more.Also discussed is Severance from director Ben Stiller and now currently showing on Apple TV+.We may also plug our BRAND SPANKING NEW PODCAST Colin Brain VS The MCU!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 58 - Breaking Bad and Pam & Tommy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 94:06


    It's a big one today folks!Yes that's right we are finally off to Albuquerque, USA, as we watch Breaking Bad.It's not secret both Rob and George are big fans of the show but that doesn't stop them from going in depth into this Pilot Episode and breaking it down almost to a minute detail.Also discussed this week is Pam & Tommy and the controversy that follows it.A WHOLE BUNCH of other shows are discussed this week in what might be the longest "What have you been watching" section ever.Enjoy!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gGR28wrKiQArtwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films. 

    Episode 58 - The Expanse and The Afterparty

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 89:32


    In space no one can hear you scream during your colonoscopy.Yes this week we're off to space with the Belters in 2015's The Expanse! Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the differing genres within the show, the denseness of the information given in the show and so much more!Also discussed this week is Apple TV+'s The Afterparty as Rob and  George attempt to solve a murder but have a damn good time in the process.Speaking of belters we also have this week's Question Of The Week; best live TV moments and we can't wait to hear your answers too in next week's episode!Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Filmshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsMfQsklkzIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qx5IMCJFIMwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KeOxeuiZjshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh4f9AYRCZYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97pEKGNT0Xwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2Sz2aZ6uuc

    Episode 57 - Money Heist and Archive 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 83:27


    "We're not saying Rob had the time of his life during his colonoscopy but it was right up there!"Our destination this week is not actually the USA as we head off to sunny Barcelona to steal some Euros in 2017's Money Heist!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the breakneck pace, the strength (or weakness!) of the subplots and so, so much more.They also discuss brand new Netflix horror Archive 81. Rob may have been sedated whilst watching it. You'll understand when you listen...They also discuss last week's Question Of The Week which had our biggest response EVER so pressure is on you all to be just as reactive with this week's question!Also discussed is Yellowjackets, Queer Eye, The Responder, As We See It and so much more!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 56 - Smallville and Stay Close

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 96:47


    "Hitler Tache's and kicking bears in the nuts"Our destination this week is Smallville, USA and we watch, you guessed it, Smallville!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the casting choices, some of the visual motifs in the episode as well as some rather questionable moments!They also watch Stay Close, the latest Harlen Coben smash hit adaptation for Netflix!The Question Of The Week is an absolute banger this week folks as Rob always divulges some information his childhood this week and it makes George's week!Ads discussed this week -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tqdh_4xPMMghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWmbUMStlGIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqm-s6h8l1Ihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP92j-uEnpshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msMehuZo3x8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnzFRV1LwIohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9ogzVyTtcwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCEGXZmdwmUArtwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 55 - The Last Man On Earth and Yellowjackets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 92:13


    We're off to Tuscon, USA this week as we watch 2015's The Last Man On Earth followed by Yellowjackets, a new mystery/thriller from Exec Producer and Director Karyn Kasuma.Join Rob and George as they watch both pilots and discuss the usual criteria, do they work as pilots? Is there anything that doesn't make them work? And as always, and most importantly, will they watch episode two?!There may or may not be a new Jingle from Rob this year, listener discretion is advised.Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Bonus - Rob's and George's Top 5 Shows of 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 91:17


    Well this is a lovely surprise isn't it! It's been a wonderful year for TV and quite frankly we've been spoilt rotten. To try and make sense of this mammoth year join Rob and George as they do an epic "What Have You Been Watching" followed by a list of their Top 5 shows of the year and in typical Pilot Season style George caps off the year by almost giving Rob an aneurysm.We thank you for your patience as we know haven't been overly present recently, we have been hard at work trying to make Pilot Season better than ever and also working away on a second podcast (out soon!).Have an incredible New Year!!!!

    Episode 54 - The OC and Dexter: New Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 90:42


    Our destination is Orange County, USA as we watch, from 2003, The OC!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the very odd opening first few minutes, the supporting cast and so much more.We also have two Questions Of The Week this week as George brings another ridiculous game/question to the pod.But that's not all folks, Rob and George also discuss the opening episode of Dexter: New Blood as everyone's favourite tuna sandwich loving serial killer is back for a ten episode stretch!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 53 - The Sopranos and Squid Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 92:20


    "Bugsy Malone pranks and nights out at the Opera watching gangsters"Our destination this week is New Joisey as we watch 1999's The Sopranos! Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, how much of the show they'd previously seen, the wonderful dialogue, characters and so much more!They also watch a little show you've probably never even heard of but it's good to give it a little promotion eh? That little show is called Squid Game!As ever please give the podcast a rating and a review where you can, it really does help! Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 52 - Baywatch and Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 99:52


    "Business cards and texan switches"Our destination this week is Malibu Pier, California, as we watch "Panic At Malibu Pier", the feature length pilot episode of Baywatch!Join Rob and George as they discuss the many, many, many puzzling moments of this pilot, the crazy character work and so much more.They also watch the new sci-fi epic Foundation out now on Apple TV+.And if you thought last week's Question Of The Week was ridiculous you've seen nothing yet.Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 51 - Mad Men and Wolfe

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 98:00


    "Helllllloooooooooooo Daaaaaaaaaave"Our destination this week is New York (we really do visit here a lot don't we?!) as we watch from 2008, Mad Men!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the coolness of Don Draper, the scumbaggery of Pete Campbell, the "it's toasted" scene and so much more.Also discussed is brand new procedural comedy/drama Wolfe starring Babou Ceesay and Amanda Abbington. We also have a very questionable Question Of The Week that ends up providing many laughs (that resulted with George having a headache for 3 hours afterwards). This is a good one folks!https://cinematicnomad.tumblr.com/post/662576534707666944/in-case-anyone-was-curious-ive-transcribed-allhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bpuBoOssPcArtwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 50 - Extras and Kevin Can F*** Himself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 75:08


    "Jack Bauer and the art of tinning food"Our destination this week is back to sunny ol' England as we watch 2005's Extras!Join Rob and George as they watch the Pilot Episode and discuss how well some of the jokes have aged, their favourite moments from the show overall and the legacy some of the other Gervais/Merchant shows may have left.They also discuss the listener answers to last week's Question Of The Week as well as discussing this week's slightly bizarre question, "TV characters who are good at their job".But that's not all dear listeners! Rob and George also discuss the Pilot Episode of new show Kevin Can F*** Himself, and spoilers, it's a good one!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 49 - Gossip Girl (2008) and Gossip Girl (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 104:14


    "Kim Kardashian and the art of fart smelling"Our destination this week is again New York City as we watch both Gossip Girl pilots from 2008 and then it's sequel/reboot from 2021!Join Rob and George as they discuss both pilot episodes and discuss what makes them work, where do they go wrong and of course, most importantly, would they watch episode two?They also discuss last week's Question Of The Week and get stuck into this week's question, "Most overused TV cliches"!And no, George doesn't sing this week....Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 48 - Californication and The White Lotus

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 100:44


    Our destination this week is Los Angeles (again!) as we watch 2007's Californication!Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, how much of a scumbag does a character need to be before they become unwatchable and so much more!Rob and George also discuss The White Lotus, the new black comedy from Mike White. Spoilers...and this is a rarity...one of us LOVED it and another HATED it.The Question Of The Week is not only a banger but quite a fitting one too; TV's biggest Scumbags!Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 47 - ER and Cruel Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 85:05


    Our destination this week is snowy Chicago as we watch 1994's ER!Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the handsomeness of George Clooney, the zig-zag tone and so much more!Also discussed is the new YA/Thriller from Amazon Prime, Cruel Summer.This week's Question Of The Week is a banger if we don't say so ourselves!https://www.unconditionalgiving.org/Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 46 - Angel and Masters Of The Universe: Revelation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 96:45


    We are off to the city of Angels this week as we watch....well, Angel! Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, it's unfortunate legacy and one of our biggest Oozats of the podcast.Also discussed is our Question Of The Week "Who should be the next Doctor and Doctor Who Showrunner" and also discuss our listener answers for last week's question.But we're not done yet we also discuss the new Masters Of The Universe animation from Netlix and Kevin Smith! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2EUkkX16Lkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZ5LpwO-An4 (God I hate you Rob)Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 45 - Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso Season Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 83:46


    "The Wireless!!"Our destination this week is Sunnydale, USA as we watch Buffy The Vampire Slayer!Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, the very odd first and last ten seconds, the casting choices and so much more!They also discuss the first episode of Season Two of the wonderful Ted Lasso! Has it improved after season one? Is season two a disappoint? Oooooooh Clickbait.This week's Question Of The Week is also a bit of a banger!Check out our guest appearance on Hardcore Listings and give the guys a subscribe whilst you're at it - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hardcore-listing-with-chris-stu/id1217431599Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 44 - Life On Mars and Monsters At Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 102:08


    "Schmenter Schmarks and Rage-Inducing Flying Ants"Our destination this week is Manchester, UK, as watch 2006's Life On Mars!Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the beast that is Gene Hunt, the effectiveness of the show's mystery and so much more.Rob and George also watch Monsters At Work, the new Monsters Inc Spin-off currently showing on Disney+!They also reveal our audiences answers to last week's Question Of The Week as well as answering the GREAT question this week, "Best Uses of songs in TV"Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 43 - Jane The Virgin and Physical

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 102:24


    "Don't give me hope, by Jeremy Renner"Our destination this week is Miami, Florida as we watch Jane The Virgin! Join Rob and George as they discuss the pilot episode, rob's dislike of typing (?!) and listen as they try and recap the twist-filled pilot.Also watched this week is Physical, the new dramedy starring Rose Bryne and that can now be found on Apple TV+!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 42 - Twin Peaks and The Gloaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 105:32


    "Inspiring John Krasinki with shoulder bumps and Hey Duggee tattoos"Our Destination this week is Twin Peaks as we watch, well, Twin Peaks!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the style of David Lynch, some of the questionable performance choices in the Pilot and so much more!They also discuss the Pilot Episode of The Gloaming which can now be seen in Disney+ in the UK.We also continue part two of last week's Question of the week where we discuss our favourite title sequences in TV.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 41 - Daredevil and Loki

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 109:58


    "The One With The Longest Question of the Week Ever"Our destination this week is Hells Kitchen, New York, as watch 2015's Daredevil!But it's a bit of a Marvel special this week as Rob and George also watch Loki on Disney+!And if you haven't guessed already, our Question Of The Week this week is our longest one yet and we want to know your answers for next week's episode!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.This month we are sponsored by Paris In Cuffs - be sure to use the code PILOT15 at the checkout to receive your 15% discount! http://www.parisincuffs.com/The Simpson HD Intro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfVBrpIhH60Adventure Time Titles - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMDaAcfCYowDexter Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ej8-Rqo-VT4King Of The Hill Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUZIQufgukASouth Park Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8p22rtNMoMSteven Universe Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSaoXwQzHnYThe X-Files Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpqffgak7ToFresh Prince of Bel-Air Title Sequence - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy3PIwczyB0

    Episode 40 - Game Of Thrones and Panic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 90:31


    "Peter's Dinklage"This week's destination is Westeros and we watch, at last, Game Of Thrones! Join Rob and George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the incredible casting, the craft of the script and of course that final season.But it's not just Game Of Thrones this week; Rob and George also watch the first episode of Panic from Prime Video.Also discussed is listener's answers for last week's question "Favourite Moments in Friends" and also get into this week's question "Most Disappointing Series Finales"!Thanks also to our Sponsors Paris In Cuffs and remember to use the code PILOT15 at the checkout to receive your 15% discount! Aren't we good to you!?!Artwork by Emily Norton.Produced by Top Hat Films.

    Episode 39 - Friends and The Friends Reunion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 93:17


    "The One Where Lisa Could Row....Kud.....Row....oh it's a rubbish joke anyway..."This is a big one Ladies and Gents! This week our destination is New York as we watch 1994's Friends! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the incredible casting and character work and their favourite memories from the whole show.The Question Of The Week is Friends-related and even the second show we watch this week is The Friends Reunion featuring James.....sigh....Corden.This week's episode is also sponsored by Paris In Cuffs and remember to visit their website on https://www.parisincuffs.com/ and get your 15% discount by entering PILOT15 in the checkout!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 38 - Banshee and The Underground Railroad

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 81:47


    Stop trying to make "Hammier than a London Deli" happenOur destination this week is Banshee, USA in Cinemax's....well....Banshee! Join Rob and George as they discuss this quite frankly insane pilot full of Violent Amish people, out of control buses on the streets of New York and lines so pulpy you could have them for breakfast.They also discuss last week's Question Of The Week, which was Best Season Finales and it had the most responses we've ever had to a question!They also discuss the new show from the amazing Barry Jenkins which can now be found on Prime Video, The Underground Railroad.Produced by Top Hat FilmArtwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 37 - Homeland and Jupiter's Legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 72:32


    "Mandy Murmurs"Our destination this week is Langley, Virgina as we watch Homeland!Join Rob & George as they watch the pilot episode and discuss the strong casting, the many subplots and Damian Lewis smelling farts.Also discussed this week is the first episode of new Netflix show, from the mind of Mark Millar, Jupiter's Legacy!Artwork by Emily NortonProduced by Top Hat Films

    Episode 36 - Misfits and The Bad Batch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 89:05


    "The one where George spoils the plot of every film or TV show ever made and Bon Iver sings about his favourite TV show"Our destination this week is Thamesmead, England as watch 2009's Misfits!Join Rob & George as they discuss the pilot episode, their favourite performances in the pilot, the potentially problematic elements in the show and so much more.They also watch The Bad Batch, the new Star Wars animated show from Disney+!Simon Pegg and his 12 stages of Drunkenness - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LO4xWk7_cIProduced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 35 - The Wire and Mare Of Easttown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 87:05


    "The One With Gunther's Dead Mum"Our destination this week is Baltimore, USA as we watch 2002's The Wire! The Wire is widely known as one of the top five greatest shows of all time, George has previously seen the show whereas Rob hasn't so does it live up to the hype?!They also watch HBO Max's new Crime Mystery Mare Of Easttown starring the powerhouse that is Kate Winslet.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 34 - Spaced and Leonardo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 80:40


    “The one where we have to send a written apology to HAIM”Our destination this week is London as watch 1999’s Spaced directed by the wonderful Edgar Wright! Join Rob & George as they discuss whether Spaced is still relevant in today’s TV Culture,  the insane variety of characters and so much more!Finally they also watch and discuss Leonardo from The Man In The High Castle’s Frank Spotnitz on Amazon Prime! Produced by Top Hat Films. Artwork by Emily Norton. 

    Episode 33 - Mr Robot and Wellington Paranormal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 75:34


    "The one where Aaron Paul gets too excited at Robot Wars"Our destination this week is New York as watch 2014's Mr Robot.Join Rob & George as they discuss this phenomenal pilot, the highs and lows of Rami Malek's career and so much more.We also watch and review Wellington Paranormal from Jermaine Clement and Taiki Waititi as well as discussing Amazon Prime's Invincible, Line Of Duty and so much more.This week's Question Of The Week is also not to be missed!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 32 - The 100 and The Irregulars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 69:17


    “Sus Dogs and getting the giggles at dramas”Our destination this week is, well, Earth as we watch The 100! It’s safe to say we have A LOT to talk about with this pilot as we both came very with very strong opinions. We also discuss last week’s AWFUL question of the week and the ecstatic response we received from it before discussing this week’s question of the week which was given to us by one of our lovely listeners as we clearly can’t be trusted to come up with then anymore. We also watch the new Netflix show The Irregulars!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 31 - Entourage and The Flight Attendant

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 75:07


    "It's Daddy Time"Our Destination this week is Los Angeles as we watch 2004's Entourage!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode and to be honest, try and say nice things about it. Woof. They also review The Flight Attendant starring Kaley Cuoco and luckily have a lot more fun with that one!Keeping it in theme with The Flight Attendant, as part of this week's Question Of The Week our two thirty-something year old idiots discuss TV locations they'd most like to visit!Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 30 - Hannibal and Dollface

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 78:30


    "The one where Rob gives Too Much Information and calls George an idiot all before nicknaming his fiance after a weapon of mass destruction"Our destination this week is Virginia, USA as we watch 2013's Hannibal!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, Hugh Dancy's powerful performance and as they try to figure out where Hannibal ranks in the "Lector-Verse".They also review Dollface starring Kat Dennings which can now be found on Disney+ Star here in the UK.Keeping it in theme Rob  & George's Question Of The Week is "Favourite TV villains".Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Bonus - WandaVision Season One Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 71:20


    "Explaining the concept of the Sugababes to old men"Well this is a lovely treat isn't it!This is the first of a series of specials we have planned to continue throughout the year where both Rob & George take a look at a whole season of television to discuss whether it works as a cohesive season of TV and also take a look at the season's high points and low points!This is a massive deep dive into season one of Marvel's WandaVision so if you haven't seen the show yet or are planning on it we highly advise to you visit the weird and wondeful world of Westview before pressing play.Enjoy!Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 29 - Modern Family and Your Honor

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 90:44


    “Featuring special guests Greta Thurnberg and Jimmy Two Knuckles Baxter”This week’s destination is Los Angeles as we watch 2009’s Modern Family! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the wonderful performances and whether one certain joke goes maybe a little too far. They also review Your Honor starring Bryan Cranston which can be seen on NowTV in the UK and Showtime in the US. They also discuss the listener answers to last week’s Question Of The Week and also discuss this week’s Question “Favourite TV Mums”!Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 28 - Gravity Falls

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 95:55


    "Baskin' Bouncin' Balls and being executed to the Curb Your Enthusiasm theme song"This week's destination is Gravity Falls as we watch, well, Gravity Falls! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the many hidden details within the first episode alone, what the show has in store for new viewers and so much more!They also review Love, Victor which is now streaming on Disney + Star in the UK and Hulu in the States!As well as discussing the many listeners answers to last week's question "Who is your favourite TV spy?" they also discuss this week's question of the week "Favourite towns in TV shows that are a character themselves".Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 27 - Alias and Behind Her Eyes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 75:34


    "Crap Magicians and their glamourous assistant Trott Stuff"This week's destination is Los Angeles, USA as we watch 2001's Alias.Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, Sydney's annoying husband and yet again may rant about JJ Abrams.They are also reviewing Netflix's new hit show Behind Her Eyes!As always we will be discussing listener's answers to our Question Of The Week as well as answering this week's question, "Who are our favourite spies in TV?"Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 26 - Sons Of Anarchy and Soulmates

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 101:12


    “Cool Gangs with Crappy Diversions”This week’s destination is Charming, USA as we watch 2008’s Sons Of Anarchy!Join Rob & George as they watch the Pilot Episode, discuss whether Charlie Hunnam’s accent is any good and try to determine if the Pilot is too violent or does it simply just ring true to the show? At the end of the episode we also discuss the listener answers to last week’s Question Of The Week and also discuss this week’s Question taking a look at our favourite Gangs on TV. The Pilot Episode is available for UK listeners on Netflix and on HULU for US listeners. Create your own podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat FilmsArtwork by Emily Norton

    Episode 25 - Desperate Housewives and Resident Alien

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 97:05


    "The dangers of cordial and a hat-trick of David Lynch"This week our destination is Wisteria Lane as we watch 2004's Desperate Housewives!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the economics of introducing the main characters, the Pilot's odd obsession with food and so much more!Listen in to the end of the episode too as we discuss what we think are the most interesting and engaging mysteries in TV.The Pilot Episode for Desperate Housewives can be seen on Amazon Prime for UK listeners and on Hulu for US listeners.Create your own Podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 24 - Arrow & It’s A Sin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 81:25


    “Stress Man and the return of Teletext”This week’s destination is Star City, USA as we watch 2012’s Arrow! As part of a change to our usual format we are also watching It’s A Sin from Russell T Davies!Join Rob & George as discuss “smell the fart acting”, Oliver Queen’s skill of running directly into gunfire and so much more. As well as discussing everyone’s answer to last week’s Question Of The Week we also discuss what superheroes we’d like to see depicted on Film or TV that have yet to make an appearance. The Pilot Episode for Arrow can be seen on Amazon Prime for UK listeners and Netflix for US Listeners. Create your own Podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887 Produced by Top Hat Films. Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 23 - Catastrophe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 78:35


    "The triumphant return of Agatha Raisin with inspiration from Don't Mess With The Zohan"This week's destination is London, England, as we watch 2015's Catastrophe! Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the insanely quotable dialogue, whether you can make a sitcom with potentially unlikable characters and so much more!As part of our Question Of The Week we also discuss what we think are the most underrated TV shows as well as discussing your answers to last week's question!The Pilot Episode for Catastrophe can be viewed on Amazon Prime for both UK and US listeners.Create your own Podcast today with Buzzsprout and help support Pilot Season in the process - https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1251887Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 22 - The Affair

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 60:47


    "The minutiae of cordial and going la la for Lisa Scott Lee"This week's destination is Montauk, USA as we watch 2014's The Affair!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, our theories as to what character is telling the truth, where the show goes in the future and so much more.Listen in to the end of the episode as we discuss all your answers to last week's Question Of The Week and scratch our heads as we try and scramble to find an answer to this week's ridiculously difficult question.The Pilot Episode is available on NowTV for UK listeners and Amazon Prime for US listener.sProduced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 21 - True Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 73:35


    "Captain Soppy Bollocks and avoiding confrontations with Bill Maher's Lawyers"This week our destination is Bon Temps, Louisiana as we watch 2004's True Blood!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the incredible world-building, the legacy of the show and so much more!Listen in to the end of the episode too as we discuss our favourite TV couples.The Pilot Episode for True Blood can be seen on HBO Max for US listeners and Now TV for UK listeners.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 20 - Futurama and our Top TV shows of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 74:37


    "Spouse's Meaty Ones & New Years Headbutts"This week our destination is New New York in 2099 as we watch 1999's Futurama!Join Rob & George as they discuss the wonderful Pilot Episode, the story behind "TVs smartest writing room", the legacy of the show after its cancellation/resurrection and so much more!This is a jam-packed episode too as our two thirty-something year old idiots also discuss their top TV shows of 2020 AND as part of the question of the week relive their most memorable (or least memorable) New Years Eves.The Pilot Episode for Futurama can be seen on Amazon Prime for UK listeners and Hulu for US listeners.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 19 - Dawson’s Creek

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 70:55


    “Kinky Boots starring Joel McHale and an eternity in hell with Chumbawumba”This week is Massachusetts, USA as we watch 1998’s Dawson’s Creek. Join Rob & George, who have both never seen this pilot before, as they discuss the casting, the script, the insaaaaane music choices and so much more! Keeping in theme with awkward teenage moments, at the end of the episode Rob & George divulge in some of their most embarrassing stories from when they were growing up. Dawson’s Creek can be seen on Netflix for both UK and US listeners, enjoy!!Produced by Top Hat Films. Artwork by Emily Norton.

    BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE - A Charlie Brown Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 44:14


    “Hulk-inducing Mulled Juices and X-Factor winning singles”Merry Christmas!! Surprise; we’ve only gone and done another seasonal related surprise episode, we’re too good to you. Our destination this week is Minnesota, USA, as we watch 1965’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas”.Rob is a lifelong fan of Peanuts/Charlie Brown whereas George hadn’t seen a single frame of it before so it’s safe to say there was some trepidation going into this!At the end of the episode we’ll also be discussing our favourite episodes/moments from Christmas Specials and we’d love to know your answers too! Let us know on Instagram under “PilotSeasonStuff” or on Twitter under “ThePilotSeason”!A Charlie Brown Christmas can currently be seen on Apple TV+.Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

    Episode 18 - Parks and Recreation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 57:15


    “Big Bone Lick and Leslie Yep”Our destination this week is Pawnee as we watch 2009’s Parks and Recreation!Join Rob & George as they discuss the Pilot Episode, the insanely quotable dialogue, the maaany drafts the original pilot went through and so much more. Also discussed is The Mandalorian season two finale, Gone Fishing, a list of our most heartwarming moments in TV and there’s also a quiz??!There are spoilers for Devs from 12mins in to 16mins. The Pilot Episode for Parks and Recreation can be seen on Amazon Prime for UK listeners and Sling (whatever on earth that is!) for US listeners. Produced by Top Hat Films.Artwork by Emily Norton.

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