Shows with Friends

Steve and Eli are back in the New Year to chat about the great shows they've been watching! They talk White Lotus, House of Dragon, Wednesday, Star Wars, and more! Find us at Connectd Podcasts: https://connectdpodcasts.com/shows Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli have found another great show they both thoroughly appreciate! Take a trip out West to Wyoming and dive into the full Season 1 re-cap of 'Longmire' with the guys before they take the rest of the Holiday Season off! Thanks for listening and happy holidays! Find us at Connectd Podcasts: https://connectdpodcasts.com/ Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli keep the Season 1 ride of 'Longmire' going with episodes 2 and 3. These bumpy Wyoming roads are unforgiving but Walt Longmire is driving straight and true. Eli brings to light a number of interesting themes and threads he notice upon his rewatch. Steve is impressed with what he's seen so for from Walt and his crew but will it be enough for him to keep us all watching the rest of Season 1? Listen till the end to find out! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back to talk about the Pilot of 'Longmire' a Netflix original show set in the wild west of current day Wyoming! Steve shares his first impressions before diving in to this packed episode with Eli. They dig into our "flawed hero" Walt Longmire and how much is revealed about his complex world. Watch episodes 2 & 3 of Longmire and join again us next time! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 The guys pop on to pick a new show to watch over the break! Join us and watch the pilot episode of 'Longmire' on Netflix! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys dissect the pilot episode of Mrs. Fletcher before announcing their first season break! Join them when they return later in the year! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're welcoming our friends Averyn and Vonia from Rom Crime podcast for a very special bonus episode about the pilot of 'The Bear' on Hulu! We've heard a lot about this new Hulu show 'The Bear' and we jumped at the chance to have our friends (and fellow Connectd Podcasts Network members) from Rom Crime on to talk about the pilot! Join us for lots of friends, fun, and laughs on this bonus episode all about pilot of 'The Bear' on Hulu! Rom Crime Podcast: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/romcrime Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys talk through to the end of f***ing season one of Netflix's "The End of the F***ing World"! Steve was on this wild ride for the first time and it felt to him like he watched a long cool movie. Eli picked up a lot of new insights from his rewatch and found that the show still surprised him during the second watch. The guys gush about the great content they've seen from the UK and how this Netflix show meets that standard. Hang on till the end when they pick a new show to watch! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli continue the wild ride of 'The End of the F***ing World' on Netflix with episodes 2 & 3! Steve comes around from his initial impressions of the show and the main character's motivation. They discuss how more than the other shows they've watched so far the first three episodes of 'The End of the F***ing World' feels the most like a movie. They talk a lot about style, tone, and more over: how cinematic the experience of watching it is. Episodes 2 & 3 really change Steve's impression of the show but is it enough for him to want to keep watching the rest of the first season? Listen to find out! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve is a bit hesitant to get into this new show until Eli points out that our main characters are really innocent kids as far as we know. Furthermore, these kids have been failed by their caregivers and institutions as the harsh realities of life! By the end Steve is swayed and gets fired up to watch the next 2 episodes! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They guys are decidedly enthusiastic about this unique and imaginative Season 1 of 'Atlanta' by Donald Glover and team! They don't claim to know all the intended meaning and symbolism, however they are enthralled at the constantly evolving narrative style. With thought provoking episodes, scenes, and characters 'Atlanta' does not leave the guys wanting for anything. Remember to stay tuned all the way to the end as Eli picks a new show! HINT: It's another recent British streaming series... Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get into it as the guys are excited to discuss Atlanta and its unique storytelling! Episodes 2 & 3 are a wild ride and Eli is here for it. Let us know what you think about Donald Glover's imaginative storytelling! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys roll into the pilot episode of 'Atlanta' created by Donald Glover. This FX original comedy is now available to stream on Hulu. This was Steve's pick and was amazed and excited that Eli hadn't watched it before. They guys discuss the unique take that Donald Glover makes here for a TV show about an American city. They discuss the original and imaginative brand of humor that's used in the storytelling. Steve interested in Eli's personal knowledge of Atlanta and the music industry and what he thought of how it was depicted in the show. Please join us as we watch 'Atlanta' streaming on FX on Hulu! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli wrap up the rest of season 1 of the Netflix original show 'Atypical' and then Steve gets to pick a new show! Steve really loved Eli's choice of 'Atypical' and had a great time watching it for the first time. They discuss the interesting and at times quite funny way this show tackles such a complex subject matter as Autism. They both remark at how important and relevant the show is in its realistic depiction of living with a family member on the Autism Spectrum. They rave about the acting and writing and find 'Atypical' to be one of the better new shows that Netflix has to offer. Stay till the end when Steve picks a new show to watch! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli DIVEerge into episodes 2 & 3 of 'Atypical' on Netflix! Steve makes increasing bold claims about second episodes of certain tv shows and overall is loving the arc of the story and characters. The guys go big on appreciation for the writing, tone, and acting style. They're definitely not tv critics but are just a couple of friends that love watching tv shows! Hang on to the end to see if Steve wants to pick a new show or keep watching Season 1 of 'Atypical'! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a new show to talk about! 'Atypical' from Netflix. Eli chose this amazingly original tv show that covers a deeply relevant topic: living on the Autism Spectrum. Steve is really impressed by how this show covers such complex subject matter, while keeping the tone funny and entertaining throughout. They both find the casting and acting by the main characters to be superb and really enjoy getting dropped into this fictional family's life. Join Steve and Eli as they dive into 'Atypical' on Netflix! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eli and Steve continue the walk down memory lane with 'The Goldbergs' as the story deepens for the whole family! As they get to the end of episode 3, they realize season 1 is so long they need to change shows! Listen to the end for the surprise new show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli take a trip down memory lane when Steve brings the American sitcom 'The Goldbergs' to the podcast! The show is set in the 1980's and the guys feel a lot of nostalgia of when they were growing up. They do a fair amount of reminiscing and more importantly talk about this new TV show that Eli hadn't seen yet! Join in on all fun and the feels as we talk about the pilot of 'The Goldbergs'! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 30 of Shows with Friends the guys wrap-up Season 1 of 'Dark Matter' with a fun discussion ranging from android human love to costuming choices. Don't miss the end where Steve reveals the next show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends More great shows: https://connectdpodcasts.com/shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episodes 2 and 3 of 'Dark Matter' have Steve enjoying the action and mystery of these next installments. Eli is excited to talk about all that and the good cheesiness to boot! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eli takes Steve to outer space with our next show: 'Dark Matter'! The Sci-Fyi Channel original that is available to stream on Netflix. Steve gives his first impressions on the show which he saw described as a "space opera", a term he'd never heard before but that made a lot of sense to him. Eli is excited to share a show from one of his fave genres. This pilot was action packed, with a big twist that gave the guys a lot to talk about! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys discuss the vastly different episodes 2 and 3 of 'I May Destroy You' and what most stuck with them. Eli wants more of the yarn to unravel while Steve is taken aback by the acting, writing, and production of creator Michaela Coel. Listen to the end for a Big Surprise! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswithfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve picks another BBC/HBO co-production for us to watch in 'I May Destroy You' from 2020. He's is excited to share this contemporary and timely dark dramatic-comedy from creator/star Michaela Coel. This pilot gives us more questions than answers and Eli is left with the rare experience of not having much to say about it. Steve uses that as an opportunity to ask Eli more pointed questions about his viewing experience and observations. Watch and listen along as the guys start an interesting and deep new show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're back!! Our friends Tim and Ryan from the Dismembering Horror podcast and the Connectd Podcasts family join us again as we finish season 1 of Will Forte's 'The Last Man On Earth'. They share final impressions of this wildly funny series and bring back their in-depth analysis to help us wrap it all up! Ryan isn't afraid to disagree with Steve's takes on the more intense moments leading up to the finale. Tim breaks down the reality of the world of the show and the unique challenge of having a main character that is so flawed. Eli uses big words to figure out what to think and feel about Phil and the finale. Everyone is super happy to talk about this show with their friends! Be sure to hang on till the end when Steve picks the next show to watch! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil phils so hard he becomes Tandy and loses Carol to new Phil!? What is going to become of Phillip Tandy Miller? The guys go deep into these two late Season 1 episodes as the story gets JUICY! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil is PHIL-ing to the max and seems ill suited for the role cast upon him in this post-apocalyptic world! He fumbles the bag in a huge way and seems to hit rock bottom! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are along for the rollercoaster ride of Phil in these three revealing episodes! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just when the guys thought Phil and Carol we're starting to connect, Melissa shows up! What could possibly happen when another woman is introduced into Phil's expanding world? Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli welcome friends and fellow members of the Connectd Podcasts family Tim and Ryan from Dismembering Horror podcast! It's tag team effort to tackle Will Forte's very funny and eerily relevant original series from 2015, 'The Last Man On Earth'.  Tim and Ryan add their unique style to help dismember this wildly entertaining pilot episode. Eli revels in his choice of show and how wildly relevant and ridiculous it is. Steve tries to press Tim with sharp analysis, but is quickly schooled by Ryan's always expert responses! Double the laughs and double the fun. Having more friends truly makes this special episode of Shows with Friends that much richer! Dismembering Horror Podcast: https://www.dismemberinghorror.com/ Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys have TOO much to talk about as they wrap-up Gentleman Jack. Anne Lister is thriving in Denmark while Ann Walker is struggling to stay afloat as the season 1 finale takes the viewers on a busy and exciting ride. Stay tuned until the end because Eli has a fun one in store for the next show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys have A LOT to unpack in episodes 6 & 7 of Gentleman Jack. They dig into the juiciest bits as the story goes from joyous to mischievous to potentially ruinous! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the inevitable break-up to the violent attack, Anne Lister's plans are crashing down upon her! The guys get into some serious ish like hubris and love's will full ignorance as they tackle Gentleman Jack episodes 4 & 5! Watch Gentleman Jack on HBO Max and be sure to catch episodes 6 & 7 before the next episode! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli are loving the emotion and historic nature of Gentleman Jack Episodes 2 & 3! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new show is kicked off in style as the guys gush over the pilot of Gentleman Jack on HBO! Steve calls it a "five tool" show stealing a line from baseball and Eli is fascinated at the personal and historic glimpses. Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys finish up Season 1 of Lilyhammer and Steve picks the next show to watch. Listen to find out what's next for Shows with Friends! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lucky Episode 13! The guys dissect 'Lilyhammer' episodes 6 & 7 including the arrival of mafia hitmen in Lillehammer! Steve is still very in on the OG Netflix streamer and these episodes do not disappoint. Themes of loneliness and the absurdity of NY mobsters in Lillehammer collide in the penultimate episodes of Lilyhammer. Season 1 Finale coming next! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are really enjoying Lilyhammer and episodes 4 & 5 hit some serious notes. From Frank's surprise good news to the sad unceremonious death of Geir these episodes go to another level of depth. Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli are really enjoying Lilyhammer and the show really goes deep in episodes 2 & 3. From Biker gangs, to Geir Elvis, to mistaken identity there are no end to the funny and poignant moments in these 2 episodes. Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New show time as the guys get into the pilot episode of 'Lilyhammer' starring Steven Van Zandt! Steve really digs this OG of Netflix original content and marvels at the absurd comedy. They both enjoy seeing Steven Van Zandt's mobster persona from 'Sopranos' transported to the charming and quiet Norwegian borough of Lillehammer. Steve makes a great observation about the use of animals as a theme for Johnny (Frank) in this pilot episode. Laughs are shared about the picture of Johnny in his tiny electric car! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli finish season 1 of Derry Girls by talking about the Episode 6. Vanilla Ice, aerobics, and laundry launch us into this hilarious season 1 finale! Eli thought the finale was really strong and "touches them all" hitting on a lot of points from earlier episodes and loved how they tied in a lot of the subplots and sub characters and intertwined them all together. Erin puts together a "shit hot team" to help her run the school paper. Steve has a lot of feelings and throws out an opening song theory! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys keep rolling through Derry Girls by covering episodes 4 & 5. Eli found himself following the character development and watching the relationships grow in these episodes. Steve thinks episode 4 goes a little deeper and pulls at the heart strings a bit. Erin has trouble sharing her Ukrainian exchange student- especially with James! Grandpa tries to move on and the guys are touched by the moment he shares with Gerry. Episode 5 brings the "mini-caper" concept to another level involving the whole family and neighbor Jim's "2nd favorite" tent. Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli plunge into episodes 2 & 3 of Derry Girls! Eli coins the phrase "mini-caper" when describing the structure of the show and what the girls get up to episode to episode. Steve predicted that the opening of episode 2 would connect with Eli and they love that the moms get in on the caper. The guys agree that Derry Girls took the comedy to another level in episode 3. Eli thought that episode 3 was almost a throwback to TV & film from the 70s & features a "caper within the caper”. Eli decides whether to continue watching season 1 of Derry Girls or move on to another show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve is excited to share one of his fave shows on SWF! Eli gives us his first impressions of Derry Girls and digs the music they use to help set the tone. They both love the diary as the thread weaving through the first episode! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli wrap up the last two episodes of Casual Season 1! Alex gets thrown a curve ball at his parents wedding and is never really quite there for Val. In a big scene with all the major characters (and Dave) Alex and Val work through their issues. The guys discuss final takeaways and thoughts then Steve picks the next show! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG: @showswithfriends & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli go deep on episodes 7 & 8. They dig Alex and Emmy's good times and that Leon's Pixar movie got interrupted! They remark on an incredible Thanksgiving TV episode for the books! RIP mac & cheese! Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli keep it 'Casual' with episodes 4, 5, and 6! Steve expresses gratitude for Eli's choice of the first show. In these episodes you get a real sense of what Val means to Alex and their relationship. Alex checks back in with his company after a two week absence and enjoys some carrot cake! There are some real consequences to Alex's actions and immaturity. Eli remarks about how some of Alex's revelations hit him like a 'ton of bricks'! We get some cool internal life moments as the characters are forced to reveal what's under the surface. Laura's vulnerability is on display trying to navigate high school and her feelings for her home room teacher. The disaster of a human being that is their mother is introduced! Val's exploration of online dating continues. Intro/Outro music by Eric "E da" Boss: https://eric-boss.bandcamp.com/ Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Eli dive into episodes 2 & 3 of Casual. Following on the heels of a great pilot, episodes 2 and 3 deepen story and character development. Steve makes a bold claim about episode 2 and digs that Val and Laura are staying with Alex. They thought it was cool to delve into Alex's and Laura's worlds way more. Steve really liked how much you learn about Laura in these episodes. Eli loves all the extra time with Leon and the definition of a 'douche wagon'

Steve and Eli kick off Shows With Friends by diving in the pilot episode of Casual on Hulu. Steve gives us his first impressions of the series and highlights the director's style of comedy and strong main characters. Eli is excited to share this culturally relevant show with his friend. They're both amazed by how much you learn about the main character Val in just a 25 min pilot! They also thoroughly enjoyed the double date and how Alex actually created the dating app they were all using! Val's short scenes with her assistant Lia leaves us wanting more. When Alex picks up Laura from soccer practice we learn that his vulnerability runs deeper than expected! Emile feels slightly uncomfortable with Laura in her house and Leon thinks he's being pranked before he runs into Alex in the kitchen! Follow along on IG & FB: @showswithfriends and Twitter: @showswitfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the Intro to Shows with Friends, Steve and Eli explain how it all works and flip a coin to see who picks the first show! Watch along with us and tune in for Episode 1 coming soon! Brought to you by Connectd Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices