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Maybe a "Bridgerton" podcast was inevitable for the Podlander folks? It is, after all, a show that sits at the center of their Venn diagram of interests: TV romances, Regency nonsense, and butts. A rotating cast of hosts (including Allison Shoemaker, Amelia Buzzell and many other familiar Podlander friends) will lovingly dissect the adventures of the horniest siblings in Christendom. Come for the butts, stay for the thoughts about corsetry, consent, and pop covers. And the butts. Have we mentioned the butts? Hosts: Bryan Bosque, Amelia Buzzell, Keenan Caldwell, Scottie Caldwell, Aaron Pagel, Allison Shoemaker, Julie Starbird and friends. 

We’re back in action with our episode on season 3 of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, where we generalize about men (and women) in the show! And it’s not the end of the movie (er, podcast) yet, so stay tuned next month for our wrap-up on season 4 and overall thoughts on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! Listen to our podcast episodes on season 1 and season 2 if you missed them! -- Want to hear what Let’s Generalize About Men would sound like if there were a man singing it? Check out David Hull subbing for Vella Lovell in one of the live shows! Ever get tired of Jesus turning water into the same Merlot every time? This TikTok is for you. Remember the age of terrible music videos on YouTube? Take a look at one of the classics, Hot Problems. Meanwhile, check out the other audio/visual references from the songs this season. Allison Shoemaker over at AV Club wrote about how the reprise of Face Your Fears this season did what no other reprise has ever done, and why the other reprises in the show work so well: https://www.avclub.com/crazy-ex-girlfriend-is-breaking-new-musical-ground-one-1823029816 Also check out her recap where she discusses why Trent is the show’s best “narrative secret weapon”: https://www.avclub.com/crazy-ex-girlfriend-welcomes-back-its-narrative-secret-1822888907 -- Music featured in this episode: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: Season 3 (Original Television Soundtrack) Apple Music / Spotify / Amazon Music -- Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BottomlessBway, our blog at https://bottomlessbway.home.blog/, or email us at bottomlessbway@gmail.com! You can also leave feedback in this 30-second survey.

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes five, six, and seven, “Soos and the Real Girl,” “Little Gift Shop of Horrors,” and “Society of the Blind Eye.” These were rough, and we dive in with why. Stereotyping, troubling messaging, and the inaugural installment of F*ck Your Favorites with Allison Shoemaker. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we attempt to cleanse the palate with season two, episodes eight and nine, “Blendin’s Game” and “The Love God.” Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for powering through these episodes with us and sharing your thoughts in the chat.

Allison, Noel, and Kate continue Streaming In Place with Gravity Falls season two, episodes five, six, and seven, “Soos and the Real Girl,” “Little Gift Shop of Horrors,” and “Society of the Blind Eye.” These were rough, and we dive in with why. Stereotyping, troubling messaging, and the inaugural installment of F*ck Your Favorites with Allison Shoemaker. Tune in for our thoughts, then come back next week as we attempt to cleanse the palate with season two, episodes eight and nine, “Blendin’s Game” and “The Love God.”Shout-out to our Zoom listener, Marcus. Thanks for powering through these episodes with us and sharing your thoughts in the chat.

Self-proclaimed nervous flyer, Allison Shoemaker (How TV Can Make You Smarter and Podlander Drunkcast) shares her love of the high altitude cocktail Coffee and Bailey's. She reps her fave dive bars, Murder She Wrote, and EarlyBird Check-In. #NotRob catches a plane and Josh pushes remakes. Hopefully brought to you by FX (They have the movies) 

Self-proclaimed nervous flyer, Allison Shoemaker (How TV Can Make You Smarter and Podlander Drunkcast) shares her love of the high altitude cocktail Coffee and Bailey's. She reps her fave dive bars, Murder She Wrote, and EarlyBird Check-In. #NotRob catches a plane and Josh pushes remakes. Hopefully brought to you by FX (They have the movies) 

Welcome, one and all, to the latest episode of The Film Stage Show! Today, Brian Roan, Michael Snydel, and Bill Graham are joined by Allison Shoemaker to discuss Jason Woliner's Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, starring Sacha Baron Cohen and Maria Bakalova. Enter our giveaways, get access to our private Slack channel, and support new episodes by becoming a Patreon contributor. For a limited time, all new Patreon supporters will receive a free Blu-ray/DVD. After becoming a contributor, e-mail podcast@thefilmstage.com for an up-to-date list of available films. The Film Stage Show is supported by MUBI, a curated streaming service showcasing exceptional films from around the globe. Every day, MUBI premieres a new film. Whether it's a timeless classic, a cult favorite, or an acclaimed masterpiece — it's guaranteed to be either a movie you've been dying to see or one you've never heard of before and there will always be something new to discover. Try it for free for 30 days at mubi.com/filmstage.

TV critic Allison Shoemaker joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to preview this year’s virtual Emmy Awards, including best comedy, drama and more.

Critics and superhero fans Mae Abdulbaki and Allison Shoemaker join our host, Anna Smith, for enthused discussions on two Amazon Prime Video series: The Boys and Stargirl. Discovering that, ironically, The Boys has a lot to say about its female characters, the critics examine the diverse, kick-ass women of this darkly funny show and praise its Me-Too-era storyline. Moving onto the more family-friendly Stargirl, they applaud the uplifting, female-centric story that follows three teenage girls as they adopt superhero abilities to fight injustice. Stay tuned to find out how both shows have interesting relations to Back To The Future II. Beware of minor spoilers. The critics round up by offering what else they've been watching recently, from His Girl Friday (1940) to First Cow (2019). Mae Abdulbaki: critic and entertainment writer for The Washington Post, Film School Rejects, and more. Allison Shoemaker: freelance film and television critic for The AV Club, Consequence of Sound, and more. This episode is in partnership with Amazon Prime Video. Become a patron of Girls on Film on Patreon here: www.patreon.com/girlsonfilmpodcast Follow us on socials:  www.instagram.com/girlsonfilm_podcast/ www.facebook.com/girlsonfilmpodcast www.twitter.com/GirlsOnFilm_Pod www.twitter.com/annasmithjourno  www.twitter.com/primevideouk Watch Girls On Film on the BFI's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXvkgGofjDzj5mCFL89QKZsN5Tgr3vn7z Girls On Film is an HLA production. Executive producer: Hedda Archbold. Producer: Jane Long. Principal Partner: Peter Brewer. Assistant Producer and Social Media Manager: Heather Dempsey. Intern: Elliana Jay.

It’s a difficult and strange time, and things are only just beginning for many in the United States. The death rate from COVID-19 continues to climb, and this week that hit a bit closer to home here at The Televerse with the news that musician Adam Schlesinger had passed away at age 52 from complications due to coronavirus. Among his many credits, Schlesinger was the executive music producer and one of the main musical forces behind Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, so it only felt right to welcome back friend of the show Allison Shoemaker to discuss Schlesinger and his work, and pay tribute to his accomplishments and unique musical genius. This episode, Noel and Kate also celebrate the finale and look back on an emotional season of Steven Universe Future, and talk through a full week in TV, from Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! and Chihayafuru to Miracle Workers: Dark Ages to Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. and RuPaul’s Drag Race and more. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the week’s TV, your favorite Schlesinger songs, and more. And don’t forget to stop by next week as Noel, Kate, and Allison continue their journey through Lucifer with week three of Streaming In Place. Tribute to Adam Schlesinger with Allison Shoemaker (1:36:35) Season Spotlight: Steven Universe Future (1:07:45) Our Week in TV Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S1 (6:29) Chihayafuru S3 (12:14) Miracle Workers: Dark Ages finale (17:05) Comedy Round-up (24:01)      Last Week Tonight with John Oliver      Full Frontal with Samantha Bee      Late Night with Seth Meyers      A Late Show with Stephen Colbert      Schitt’s Creek      Brooklyn Nine-Nine     One Day at a Time Castlevania S3 (37:25) Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. (43:46) RuPaul’s Drag Race (50:11) Music Featured:  “Pretend to be Nice” from Josie and the Pussycats, “Another Christmas Song” from A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!, and “That Thing You Do” from That Thing You Do!, written by Adam Schlesinger

It’s a difficult and strange time, and things are only just beginning for many in the United States. The death rate from COVID-19 continues to climb, and this week that hit a bit closer to home here at The Televerse with the news that musician Adam Schlesinger had passed away at age 52 from complications due to coronavirus. Among his many credits, Schlesinger was the executive music producer and one of the main musical forces behind Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, so it only felt right to welcome back friend of the show Allison Shoemaker to discuss Schlesinger and his work, and pay tribute to his accomplishments and unique musical genius.This episode, Noel and Kate also celebrate the finale and look back on an emotional season of Steven Universe Future, and talk through a full week in TV, from Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! and Chihayafuru to Miracle Workers: Dark Ages to Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. and RuPaul’s Drag Race and more. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the week’s TV, your favorite Schlesinger songs, and more.And don’t forget to stop by next week as Noel, Kate, and Allison continue their journey through Lucifer with week three of Streaming In Place.Tribute to Adam Schlesinger with Allison Shoemaker (1:36:35)Season Spotlight: Steven Universe Future (1:07:45)Our Week in TVKeep Your Hands Off Eizouken! S1 (6:29)Chihayafuru S3 (12:14)Miracle Workers: Dark Ages finale (17:05)Comedy Round-up (24:01) Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Full Frontal with Samantha Bee Late Night with Seth Meyers A Late Show with Stephen Colbert Schitt’s Creek Brooklyn Nine-Nine One Day at a TimeCastlevania S3 (37:25)Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. (43:46)RuPaul’s Drag Race (50:11)Music Featured: “Pretend to be Nice” from Josie and the Pussycats, “Another Christmas Song” from A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!, and “That Thing You Do” from That Thing You Do!, written by Adam Schlesinger

We’re rounding out our second week sheltering in place here at the Televerse, and while the world is full of stressors right now, thankfully there’s been a lot of interesting TV to help us take our minds off of them. We kick things off this this episode with our week in comedy and reality, starting with an update on how Full Frontal with Samantha Bee and Late Night with Seth Meyers are handling their at-home shoots. Then we look at the return of One Day at a Time, the antepenultimate Schitt’s Creek, J.K. Simmons’ guest spot on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Ball Ball. Next we head over to the genre and drama offerings, glancing by two emotional, draining Steven Universe Future episodes (because great as they are, we just don’t have the bandwith right now) and diving in with Batwoman, Supergirl, and the finale of Stumptown. Then Noel stans for Guy’s Grocery Games and we head over to the season spotlight section. Both Noel and Kate were excited by the promise shown in the Star Trek: Picard premiere. Did the rest of the season hold up, and should you seek out the show, now that CBS All Access has dropped its paywall, at least for Picard? Tune in, then reach out with your thoughts on Picard, One Day at a Time, Stumptown, and more. And don’t forget to stop by next week as Noel, Kate, and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker continue their journey through Lucifer with week two of Streaming In Place. Season Spotlight: Star Trek: Picard Season 1 (1:10:29) Our Week in Comedy and Reality Full Frontal with Samantha Bee and Late Night with Seth Meyers (14:06) One Day at a Time premiere (22:11) Schitt’s Creek (25:49) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (30:58) RuPaul’s Drag Race (33:29) Our Week in Genre and Drama Steven Universe Future (41:39) Batwoman (45:11) Supergirl (51:38) Stumptown finale (57:11) Guy’s Grocery Games (1:05:05) Music Featured:  “Stay United” by Raphael Lake & Aaron Levy; “Take The Money And Run” by The Steve Miller Band Videos Mentioned: A dispatch from The Doctor; Southside Bonnie has a few words for COVID-19 deniers; Look, it’s a dog doing yoga!

We’re rounding out our second week sheltering in place here at the Televerse, and while the world is full of stressors right now, thankfully there’s been a lot of interesting TV to help us take our minds off of them. We kick things off this this episode with our week in comedy and reality, starting with an update on how Full Frontal with Samantha Bee and Late Night with Seth Meyers are handling their at-home shoots. Then we look at the return of One Day at a Time, the antepenultimate Schitt’s Creek, J.K. Simmons’ guest spot on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Ball Ball. Next we head over to the genre and drama offerings, glancing by two emotional, draining Steven Universe Future episodes (because great as they are, we just don’t have the bandwith right now) and diving in with Batwoman, Supergirl, and the finale of Stumptown. Then Noel stans for Guy’s Grocery Games and we head over to the season spotlight section. Both Noel and Kate were excited by the promise shown in the Star Trek: Picard premiere. Did the rest of the season hold up, and should you seek out the show, now that CBS All Access has dropped its paywall, at least for Picard? Tune in, then reach out with your thoughts on Picard, One Day at a Time, Stumptown, and more.And don’t forget to stop by next week as Noel, Kate, and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker continue their journey through Lucifer with week two of Streaming In Place.Season Spotlight: Star Trek: Picard Season 1 (1:10:29)Our Week in Comedy and Reality Full Frontal with Samantha Bee and Late Night with Seth Meyers (14:06) One Day at a Time premiere (22:11) Schitt’s Creek (25:49) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (30:58) RuPaul’s Drag Race (33:29)Our Week in Genre and Drama Steven Universe Future (41:39) Batwoman (45:11) Supergirl (51:38) Stumptown finale (57:11) Guy’s Grocery Games (1:05:05)Music Featured: “Stay United” by Raphael Lake & Aaron Levy; “Take The Money And Run” by The Steve Miller Band Videos Mentioned: A dispatch from The Doctor; Southside Bonnie has a few words for COVID-19 deniers; Look, it’s a dog doing yoga!

The world is dark and scary, let’s talk about delicious food. This week on the podcast, Noel and Kate dive in with season two of Netflix’s Ugly Delicious, David Chang’s travel and food series exploring under-discussed corners of the food world. Does the truncated season two live up to season one, and what do we hope to see in a potential season three? Before that, though, there’s plenty of TV to discuss. We kick things off with some thoughts on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee’s takes on social distancing, at-home content. Then we talk Top Chef: All-Stars L.A., which is back, and not a moment too soon. Next we talk “World’s Worst” over at RuPaul’s Drag Race and the delightful return of the Judys to Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Steven’s still going through it on Steven Universe Future, and we round out the week with another charming, emotional DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the week’s TV, and make sure to join Noel, Kate, and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker next week for the start of our Lucifer daily binge. Season Spotlight: Ugly Delicious Season 2 (1:03:47) Our Week in TV The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (22:59) Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. premiere (32:50) RuPaul’s Drag Race (39:41) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (46:26) Steven Universe Future (49:01) DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (52:54) Music Featured:  “Gone Kissin’” by Lunachicks Video Mentioned: Friend of the show Maggie Kulzick is reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone aloud, one chapter a day. Enjoy!

The world is dark and scary, let’s talk about delicious food. This week on the podcast, Noel and Kate dive in with season two of Netflix’s Ugly Delicious, David Chang’s travel and food series exploring under-discussed corners of the food world. Does the truncated season two live up to season one, and what do we hope to see in a potential season three? Before that, though, there’s plenty of TV to discuss. We kick things off with some thoughts on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee’s takes on social distancing, at-home content. Then we talk Top Chef: All-Stars L.A., which is back, and not a moment too soon. Next we talk “World’s Worst” over at RuPaul’s Drag Race and the delightful return of the Judys to Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Steven’s still going through it on Steven Universe Future, and we round out the week with another charming, emotional DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the week’s TV, and make sure to join Noel, Kate, and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker next week for the start of our Lucifer daily binge.Season Spotlight: Ugly Delicious Season 2 (1:03:47)Our Week in TVThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (22:59)Top Chef: All-Stars L.A. premiere (32:50)RuPaul’s Drag Race (39:41)Brooklyn Nine-Nine (46:26) Steven Universe Future (49:01) DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (52:54)Music Featured: “Gone Kissin’” by LunachicksVideo Mentioned: Friend of the show Maggie Kulzick is reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone aloud, one chapter a day. Enjoy!

January has traditionally been a quiet time for TV, with many shows on hiatus and few dramatic premieres and TV events. Not so any more, and this week in particular was massive. Just one of the big finales this week was Arrow, which among other things, transformed superhero TV and The CW as a whole. Of course we had to spotlight it, and we’re excited to welcome back friend of the show Allison Shoemaker (The A.V. Club, Podlander Drunkcast, Debating Doctor Who, Hall of Faces, and more) to dive in with us, looking at the finale, the final season, and the series as a whole. Before that, though, there’s a whole lot more TV to discuss. We kick things off with the comedies, including the Miracle Workers: Dark Ages premiere, Fresh Off the Boat, and a few spoiler-free thoughts on The Good Place finale. Then we move over to genre, catching up with Star Trek: Picard, some spoiler-free talk about the Evil finale, and closer looks at the Emergence finale, Supergirl, and a monumental Doctor Who. DVD Shelf: Arrow with Allison Shoemaker (1:15:51) Our Week in TVMiracle Workers: Dark Ages premiere (4:32) Fresh Off the Boat (8:47) The Good Pace finale (11:27) Star Trek: Picard (17:20) Evil finale (22:10) Emergence finale (29:25) Supergirl (41:40) Doctor Who (46:24) Music Featured:  “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor

January has traditionally been a quiet time for TV, with many shows on hiatus and few dramatic premieres and TV events. Not so any more, and this week in particular was massive. Just one of the big finales this week was Arrow, which among other things, transformed superhero TV and The CW as a whole. Of course we had to spotlight it, and we’re excited to welcome back friend of the show Allison Shoemaker (The A.V. Club, Podlander Drunkcast, Debating Doctor Who, Hall of Faces, and more) to dive in with us, looking at the finale, the final season, and the series as a whole. Before that, though, there’s a whole lot more TV to discuss. We kick things off with the comedies, including the Miracle Workers: Dark Ages premiere, Fresh Off the Boat, and a few spoiler-free thoughts on The Good Place finale. Then we move over to genre, catching up with Star Trek: Picard, some spoiler-free talk about the Evil finale, and closer looks at the Emergence finale, Supergirl, and a monumental Doctor Who.DVD Shelf: Arrow with Allison Shoemaker (1:15:51)Our Week in TV Miracle Workers: Dark Ages premiere (4:32) Fresh Off the Boat (8:47) The Good Place finale (11:27)Star Trek: Picard (17:20) Evil finale (22:10)Emergence finale (29:25)Supergirl (41:40) Doctor Who (46:24)Music Featured: “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor

Are ye ready kids?! After a long hiatus, the Hall of Faces is back! This month, The Televerse's Kate Kulzick fills in for regular co-host Allison Shoemaker to talk about Stephen Hillenburg's iconic, long-running children's show, SpongeBob SquarePants!   Twenty years ago this month in 1999, Hillenburg (a marine science educator turned animator) created SpongeBob and the world of Bikini Bottom, a delightfully absurd undersea community filled with squabbling neighbors, fast-food burger joints and retired aquatic superheroes. Even two decades later, the show has miraculously kept its mojo, presenting kids and adults alike with a particular brand of giddy weirdness that appeals to audiences of all ages.   With that in mind, we're joined by The Takeout's Dominick Suzanne-Mayer and Paste Magazine's Jacob Oller to dive into the world of SpongeBob and figure out which character deserves a spot in our Hall of Faces. Is it the endlessly-optimistic SpongeBob himself? The greedy Mr. Krabs? The relatably cynical Squidward? Or the... well... Patrick?   Grab a Krabby Patty, take a listen, and let us know which Bikini Bottom dweller you'd rank above everyone else! Hall of Faces is a proud member of the Chicago Podcast Coop. Thanks to Overcast for sponsoring this episode!)

Game of Thrones aired its climactic, penultimate episode this week and well, Kate had thoughts. As Noel gave up on the series back in season one, Kate invited on Clint Worthington of The Spool and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker for a special bonus episode of The Televerse. Allison, Clint, and Kate break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of Game of Thrones’ most divisive episode in years, diving right in, and still somehow barely scratching the surface 40 minutes later.Note: Usually we keep things PG here at The Televerse, but given the subject matter, we didn’t bother bleeping the F-bombs this time. If you’re mature enough to watch Game of Thrones, we figure you likely won’t mind some mild profanity. Music Featured: “Game of Goats”

Game of Thrones aired its climactic, penultimate episode this week and well, Kate had thoughts. As Noel gave up on the series back in season one, Kate invited on Clint Worthington of The Spool and friend of the show Allison Shoemaker for a special bonus episode of The Televerse. Allison, Clint, and Kate break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of Game of Thrones’ most divisive episode in years, diving right in, and still somehow barely scratching the surface 40 minutes later. Note: Usually we keep things PG here at The Televerse, but given the subject matter, we didn’t bother bleeping the F-bombs this time. If you’re mature enough to watch Game of Thrones, we figure you likely won’t mind some mild profanity. Music Featured:  “Game of Goats”

This week, Suzanne and Tonya have the delight of chatting with special guest Allison Shoemaker, television critic at The A.V. Club whose weekly breakdowns of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend was required reading. We chat about her experience covering the show during its entire run, her deep dive into the making of the 11 O'Clock number, and why George's/Danny's Turn may be the most satisfying number of the finale concert. (Also, if you didn't catch it, check out Allison's genius CXG/GOT crossover music video. Rachel Bloom is on record as saying it is her favorite Crazy Ex-Girlfriend music video.)

It’s the first of several high-profile finales this month here at The Televerse. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend wrapped up its run with a thoughtful, emotional finale, not to mention an hour-long concert special, so Noel and Kate welcome back friend of the show Allison Shoemaker to send Rebecca Bunch off in style, spotlighting the series finale. Before that, though, there’s plenty of TV to discuss. We kick things off with the comedies and some reality, including the premieres of Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas and The Last O.G., a check-in with What We Do in the Shadows, the finale of Schitt’s Creek, and RuPaul’s Drag Race. Then it’s time for the drama and genre offerings, including the premiere of Killing Eve, a Nazi-punching The Good Fight, the premiere of The Bold Type, the finale of The Promised Neverland, and a ‘70s-set DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. Take a listen, then reach out with your favorite Crazy Ex-Girlfriend moments, your thoughts on the finale, and more.Spotlight: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend series finale with Allison Shoemaker (1:12:15)Our Week in Comedy and Reality Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas premiere (13:14) The Last O.G. premiere (19:02) What We Do in the Shadows (24:46) Schitt’s Creek finale (28:15) RuPaul’s Drag Race (30:44)Our Week in Drama and Genre Killing Eve premiere (42:00) The Good Fight (48:07) The Bold Type premiere (54:54) The Promised Neverland finale (59:59) DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (1:04:04)Music Featured: “Maybe This Time” from Cabaret, as performed by Emily Hampshire on Schitt’s Creek; “Raspberry Beret” by Prince, as performed by Christine Baranski and Audra McDonald on The Good Fight; “Eleven O’Clock” from Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Our fourth season of Filmography, on the films of genre-blending dreamer Tim Burton, continues with our second episode, "Adult Burton". This week, CoS Film/TV Editor Dominick Suzanne-Mayer is joined by senior writer Allison Shoemaker and film critic Caroline Siede to discuss Burton's approaches to more emotionally and dramatically mature material, the ways in which "adaptation" has been an ever-shifting concept throughout decades of Burton's work, the complications that arose when he took on Stephen Sondheim, and much more. Chapters: Introduction (0:11), Burton Gothic: A Discussion (1:28), Ed Wood (10:04), Big Fish (25:01), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (41:37), Big Eyes (1:02:21), Intermission (1:12:54), Sight [Cinematography/Editing/Visuals] (1:12:57), The Lasting Image (1:33:52), Music & Score (1:38:04), Closing Remarks (1:48:41) For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Welcome to the Hall of Faces, The Spool's monthly TV podcast! A spinoff of the short-lived Consequence of Sound podcast TV Party, Hall of Faces sees hosts and TV critics Allison Shoemaker and Clint Worthington build up a pantheon of television's greatest characters, one show at a time. For our very first episode, Allison and Clint are joined by guests Kate Kulzick of The Televerse and Kris Vire, formerly of Time Out Chicago, to talk about Tina Fey's incredible NBC sitcom 30 Rock! Running from 2006 to 2013, 30 Rock offered up a witty, satirical spin on Fey's tenure as head writer of Saturday Night Live, quickly turning into one of TV comedy's most consistent and uproarious joke delivery systems. Warping the ins and outs of a sketch comedy show set in 30 Rockefeller Plaza into high-concept farce of the highest order, Fey and co. also managed to craft a cast of TV's most wonderful characters, from Fey's high-strung Liz Lemon, to Tracy Morgan's gut-bustingly bizarre star Tracy Jordan, to Alec Baldwin's hard-edged ultracapitalist Jack Donaghy. Which character makes the cut? Liz? Jack? Jenna Maroney? Kenneth Parcell? Tangiers, the super-gay lion? Take a listen and find out! Hall of Faces is a proud member of the Chicago Podcast Coop. Thanks to Lagunitas for sponsoring this episode!)

With the impending launch of The Spool (formerly Alcohollywood), Spool editor-in-chief Clint Worthington and TV critic Allison Shoemaker offer a brief sendoff for listeners of their previous podcast TV Party, and a preview of the fun to come in their reboot/spinoff/continuation, Hall of Faces!  

On "Human Warfare", the second episode of our Stanley Kubrick season of Filmography, Film Editor Dominick Suzanne-Mayer is joined by CoS senior writers and TV Party co-hosts Allison Shoemaker and Clint Worthington to examine the filmmaker's wartime films, specifically what they conveyed about Kubrick's ideals, the eras in which they were produced, and the experiences of mankind at war in general.This week's discussion is focused around the following features:Paths of Glory (1957)Spartacus (1960)Dr. Strangelove (1964)Full Metal Jacket (1987)Chapters: Introduction (0:09), Human Warfare: A Discussion (2:17), Paths of Glory (9:28), Spartacus (27:01),Dr. Strangelove (42:12), Full Metal Jacket (55:45), Intermission (1:09:05), Cinematography and Editing (1:09:31), The Lasting Image (1:39:00), Music & Score (1:42:35), and Outro (1:15:14)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

It’s yet another week of finales this episode of the podcast, but more importantly, it’s time to bid a sad farewell to one of Kate’s favorite recent series, The Americans. Joining Kate to say goodbye and to spotlight the series finale are Alex McLevy of The A.V. Club and Allison Shoemaker of TV Party, Podlander Drunkcast, Debating Doctor Who, and so many other places. Before that, however, there’s plenty of TV to discuss, and Noel and Kate dive in with the premieres of The Break with Michelle Wolf, Queen Sugar, and Reverie, and the finales of iZombie, The Good Fight, and Killing Eve. Take a listen, then reach out with your thoughts on the week’s premieres and finales, and any other TV worth exploring!Spotlight: The Americans’ Series Finale with Alex McLevy and Allison Shoemaker (1:08:09)Our Week in TV The Break with Michelle Wolf premiere (16:22) Queen Sugar premiere (22:05) Reverie premiere (26:32) iZombie finale (34:02) The Good Fight finale (42:52) Killing Eve finale (50:15)Music Featured: Allegro from Vivaldi’s Concerto for 2 Trumpets in C Major, RV 537; The Americans Theme song

TV showed. up. this week, with terrific episodes that ran the gamut from laugh out loud funny to terrifying to awe-inspiring. First, Noel and Kate talk through the week’s TV, starting with comedy and reality, including the premiere of The Last O.G., a Homicide-inspired Brooklyn Nine-Nine, a chilling standalone Atlanta, and a thoughtful and fun RuPaul’s Drag Race. Then we move over to genre and drama, including the premieres and returns of The Crossing, Legion, A Series of Unfortunate Events, and The Americans, a hilariously (and aptly) titled Legends of Tomorrow, and a compelling Black Lightning. Afterward, friend of the show Allison Shoemaker of The A.V. Club, Consequence of Sound, RogerEbert.com, and more podcasts than you can shake a stick at, joins us to dive deep with NBC’s latest, and definitely greatest, live musical, Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert.Spotlight: Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert with Allison Shoemaker (59:18)Our Week in Comedy and Reality The Last O.G. premiere (14:26) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (18:42) Atlanta (22:15) RuPaul’s Drag Race (28:06)Our Week in Genre and Drama The Crossing premiere (35:41) Legion premiere (40:07) A Series of Unfortunate Events Season 2 (42:22) The Americans (45:28) Legends of Tomorrow (47:56) Black Lightning (51:06)Music Featured: “Celebrity Skin” by Hole; The Gondor Theme from Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King; “Superstar” as performed by Brandon Victor Dixon and the ensemble of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert

As Isle of Dogs makes its way into theaters, the first edition of Consequence Podcast Network's new quarterly series Filmography kicks off with a deep dive into the oeuvre of one of modern American filmmaking's most instantly recognizable directors, Wes Anderson. Anderson's signature merging of mid-century pop arcana, archly delivered one-liners, endless flights of whimsy, and moments of devastating pathos immediately stands apart from so many would-be masters of anchored quirk. Throughout this series of Filmography, you'll hear variations on the phrase "confection" a lot, and it's true: whether sweet or bitter, and all the flavors in between, Anderson's movies are the kind of delight for which the dedicated moviegoer waits year after year. On the first episode, Filmography host and Consequence of Sound Film Editor Dominick Suzanne-Mayer is joined by Consequence of Sound senior writer Allison Shoemaker and The A.V. Club's Caroline Siede to considers the comic aspects of Anderson's work, as seen through the following: Bottle Rocket (1996) Rushmore (1998) Moonrise Kingdom (2012) The group breaks down the films, sense of humor, the look(s), the performances, and much more in the first of Filmography's three-episode inaugural season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Travel through this week in TV with Consequence's televisual savants: Allison Shoemaker and Clint Worthington; along with a rotating cast of writers, critics, and exciting people. Don't touch that dial! We also do deeper dives into the boob tube with special segments and highlighted discussions.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Midseason premiere season has begun, bringing with it plenty of new and returning TV to discuss. Noel and Kate kick things off by talking through a handful of the week’s standouts, starting with the week in reality and comedy, including Top Chef: Colorado, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, black-ish, and a much-anticipated The Good Place. Next up are the week’s drama and genre offerings, including the premieres of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story and Black Lightning, as well as the midseason premieres of Supernatural and The Flash. Then Noel and Kate welcome back The A.V. Club, Consequence of Sound, and RogerEbert.com contributor Allison Shoemaker to dive in with under-rated and under-discussed con and heist series Good Behavior, spotlighting the first two seasons of this entertaining and compelling gem.Errata: In the opening section of the podcast, Kate references the trial of Larry Nassar and calls him a coach of the USA Gymnastics team. He was the doctor for the USA Gymnastics team, not a coach. The Televerse regrets the error!Season Spotlight: Good Behavior Seasons 1 and 2 with Allison Shoemaker (1:34:52)Our Week in Reality and ComedyTop Chef: Colorado (25:42)Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (36:52) black-ish (40:14)The Good Place (47:32)Our Week in Drama and GenreThe Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story premiere (1:01:47) Black Lightning premiere (1:05:42)Supernatural midseason premiere (1:10:47) The Flash midseason premiere (1:21:21)Music Featured: Original song from Full Frontal with Samantha Bee’s “The Actual Forgotten Working Class” segment from their January 17, 2018 episode; Black Lightning Theme song; Good Behavior Theme song

The Losers -- Randall Colburn, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Justin Gerber -- head straight into the dystopian world of Richard Bachman’s 1982 novel, The Running Man. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (9:05), Zeroes and Villains (35:00), The Sematary (1:05:30), Word Processor of the God (1:16:00), Poundcake! (1:22:00), King’s Dominion (1:34:29), Overall Thoughts(1:39:50), Adaptation (1:46:00), Outro (2:15:35).

The Losers -- Randall Colburn, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Justin Gerber -- head straight into the dystopian world of Richard Bachman’s 1982 novel, The Running Man. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (9:05), Zeroes and Villains (35:00), The Sematary (1:05:30), Word Processor of the God (1:16:00), Poundcake! (1:22:00), King’s Dominion (1:34:29), Overall Thoughts(1:39:50), Adaptation (1:46:00), Outro (2:15:35). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Losers -- Justin Gerber, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Melanie Kassel -- discuss Richard Bachman’s 1981 energy crisis novel, Roadwork. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (10:00), Zeroes and Villains (30:00), The Sematary (1:20:00), Word Processor of the God (1:24:00), Poundcake! (1:38:00), King’s Dominion (1:49:00), Overall Thoughts/Adaptations (1:53:00), Outro (2:03:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

The Losers -- Justin Gerber, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Melanie Kassel -- discuss Richard Bachman’s 1981 energy crisis novel, Roadwork. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (10:00), Zeroes and Villains (30:00), The Sematary (1:20:00), Word Processor of the God (1:24:00), Poundcake! (1:38:00), King’s Dominion (1:49:00), Overall Thoughts/Adaptations (1:53:00), Outro (2:03:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Things get a bit contentious this week on the podcast, with several episodes prompting strong reactions from Noel and Kate. First up are the comedies, including the premieres of Playing House and Younger, the finale of Veep, and fun episodes of Wrecked and The Carmichael Show. Then we move over to reality, with looks at the return of Terrace House and relaunch of Battle of the Network Stars, an underwhelming The Great British Baking Show, and the finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Last up in our week in TV are the genre and drama offerings, including the premiere of GLOW (which Kate perhaps mis-categorized), the finale of iZombie, and new installments of Queen Sugar and Wynonna Earp. Afterward, Allison Shoemaker of Podlander Drunkcast, Debating Doctor Who, Consequence of Sound, and The A.V. Club, among others, returns to the podcast to champion American Gods season one and bring us around on a much-anticipated season that left us as cold as Laura Moon.Season Spotlight: American Gods Season 1 with Allison Shoemaker (1:55:51)Our Week in Comedy Playing House premiere (11:36)Younger premiere (19:29)Veep finale (26:27)Wrecked (34:43)The Carmichael Show (39:23)Our Week in RealityTerrace House Part 3 (45:17)Battle of the Network Stars premiere (52:02)The Great British Baking Show (54:51)RuPaul’s Drag Race finale (59:35)Our Week in Genre and DramaGLOW premiere (1:12:51)iZombie finale (1:23:43)Queen Sugar (1:40:20)Wynonna Earp (1:46:50)Article Referenced: The personal essay by Betty Gilpin referenced during the GLOW discussion is in Glamour, not Vanity Fair as stated. Check it out! Music Featured: “Coo Coo” by Weaves; “So Emotional” by Whitney Houston, from the RuPaul’s Drag Race finale (listen for the crowd reaction as Sasha does her wig reveal); “Dream Lover” by Bobby Darin

It’s been awhile, but Debating Doctor Who returns this week! Admittedly, much like Doctor Who after a long hiatus, things won’t look exactly the same. Alasdair is still here, but Caroline is stepping away from the podcast. In her places comes fellow AV Clubber and generally awesome personal Allison Shoemaker. You’ll hear from Allison on her first episode later this week, but Alasdair records this quickie solo outing to catch you up on the state of the podcast. See you real soon!

This week, Rob is joined by Portland's Favorite Brother Sister acting duo Julie and Neal Starbird to talk about one of the worst horror space movies ever: EVENT HORIZON. What a piece of crap. Remakes begin at 43:30mins: Neal brings in a better director and Ron Perlman; Rob brings in some meddling kids; and Julie does her best to polish a turd. Follow Julie on twitter @ juliestarbee and listen to her podcast (along with friend of the podcast Allison Shoemaker)  Podlander Drunkcast: an Outlander Podcast. And if you find Neal's cave, you win a prize!

This week, Allison Shoemaker of The AV Club, Consequence of Sound and Podlander Drunkcast joins us to talk the 1996 Sylvester-Stallone-in-a-tunnel thriller Daylight! (Thanks to our sponsor Cards Against Humanity as part of the Chicago Podcast Coop!)

DVD Shelf: Carnivàle with Allison Shoemaker (1:22:42) /// Our Week in TV: Angie Tribeca finale (5:51) // Steven Universe (10:39) // The Great British Baking Show (46:35) // UnREAL finale (57:17) // The Night Of (1:03:52) // Mr. Robot (1:05:52)

Pop quiz, hot shot: You gotta remake a movie without going under 50miles per hour. What do ya do? You give a listen to this episode as AJ and Rob discuss the Keanu/Sandra action film SPEED with special guest Allison Shoemaker. Remakes begin at 56:35mins where AJ has a medical twist, Rob has an uber driven plot, Josiah makes a cameo(?!?!?!), and Allison pitches a spiritual sequel.  Follow Allison on twitter @ Allisonshoe, checkout her written work for Consequence of Sounds and AV Club, plus see her live in "You're Being Ridiculous" Feb 20th, 27th, and March 5th

Allison Shoemaker was born near Clearwater Beach in Dunedin, Florida in 1993. Diagnosed with autism, she didn't speak until the age of 7 and a half, but was reading only a year later. Allison grew up in Chillicothe, Ohio. She graduated from Chillicothe high school with honors and was in the top 20 out of about 250 students. She worked at the Chillicothe Library during her senior year. She is currently a college student at Southern State Community College studying media arts and cinematography/ television. Allison is learning to make movies and video games. She likes science, especially astronomy.  She wrote and illustrated this book and had a poem published in Betafish magazine at Ohio University. She likes watching TV- cartoons and documentaries are favorites, reading books, cats, making sculpture out of clay, making jewelry, and painting.  Email Allison at Allison@woolyswagon.com . Or visit her at: www.woolyswagon.com .