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PODCAST

The Pilot Podcast

The Pilot Podcast

The Pilot Podcast answers our listeners’ question: “Should I watch this?” by reviewing pilot episodes of TV shows (network, streaming, and otherwise) in an efficient, informative, and funny format. Let us help guide your television viewing experience!

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00:27:17

Bargain, Found, The Irrational, The Spencer Sisters

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/10/12

This week we learned people are willing to do * anything * to accomplish their goals. We also question if it’s easier to watch a show when everyone is kind of bad. And what’s with putting a big twist in the commercials but not in the pilot? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:46 – Bargain (Paramount+)07:21 – Found (NBC)13:57 – The Irrational (NBC)20:16 – Still Up (Apple TV+) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at

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00:14:14

Gen V

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/10/05

Are we ready to enter the bloody world of The Boys again? How great is Jaz Sinclair in this role? And what’s the overarching mystery? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

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00:26:52

The Continental, The Super Models, Young Love, Still Up

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/09/29

Are we watching a miniseries or TV movie this week? Which supermodel do you like the most? What’s it like to be a millennial parent? And why are friendships on television so heart-warming? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:45 – The Continental (Peacock)07:23 – The Super Models (Apple TV+)15:13 – Young Love (Max)20:16 – Still Up (Apple TV+) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at

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00:14:11

The Swarm

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/09/21

Is it a good thing this pilot felt like the first half of a movie? Why are people in trouble telling on themselves? Have we ever been whale watching? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us:Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

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00:29:59

The Changeling, Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake, Spy...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/09/14

How surprisingly emotionally devastating is Predators? Do we get enough story from The Changeling and Fionna & Cake? How much do we care about the innerworkings of spy missions? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:42 – The Changeling (Apple TV+)07:40 – Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake (Max) 13:52 – Spy Ops (Netflix) 21:38 – Predators (Netflix) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at

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00:13:19

One Piece

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/09/07

Time for a live-action anime/manga adaptation! Do you need to be familiar with the anime or manga to enjoy the story? Do we like the hour long episode length? Do we want to be part of the Straw Hats crew? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review

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00:32:53

Ahsoka, Son of a Critch, Mech Cadets, Who is Erin...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/08/31

Why is Sabine our new favorite Star Wars character? How do we feel about a coming-of-age story set in a small town? What’s up with robots fighting aliens? And who is Erin Carter? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:49 – Ahsoka (Disney+)08:51 – Son of a Critch (The CW)15:20 – Mech Cadets (Netflix)22:10 – Who is Erin Carter? (Netflix) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at

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00:12:32

Harlan Coben's Shelter

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/08/24

We get spooooky with this YA mystery! What’s with the butterflies? Is harboring a secret a citizenship requirement in this town? Is this another great YA entry into the genre of rambunctious friend group that uncovers mysteries in a sleepy neighborhood? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter,

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00:24:18

Painkiller, Ladies First: A Story of Women in...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/08/18

Can you make pain hokey? Can a four-panel comic translate to a half hour comedy? How do technologies and histories mix in a futuristic Africa? And who is BJ’s favorite rapper? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:47 – Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire (Disney+)04:45 – Strange Planet (Apple TV+)09:04 – Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop (Netflix)15:20 – Painkiller (Netflix) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at

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00:10:13

Futurama

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/08/12

Did we need more Futurama? Are we in support of Fulu reviving shows? And how great is the voice cast? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

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00:24:09

Twisted Metal, Special Ops: Lioness, Children Ruin...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/08/03

Could we survive an apocalypse by driving? What makes for a good military thriller/drama? Do children ruin everything? What makes a cult? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:46 – Twisted Metal (Peacock)05:04 – Special Ops: Lioness (Paramount+)11:18 – Children Ruin Everything (The CW)17:26 – Praise Petey (Freeform) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com |

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00:12:09

Luann & Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/07/31

Do we need a grown up version of The Simple Life? Are Luann and Sonja actually the perfect housewives for this special assignment in small town Illinois? Would we ever stick our arms or legs or anything else in a catfish’s mouth? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please

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00:24:00

My Adventures with Superman, Full Circle, Survival of...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/07/20

Do we need a fresh take on Superman? Do we trust Mavis Beaumont and Jeff Jenkins with our lives? How many crime family members can you fit into a pilot episode? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:44 – My Adventures with Superman (Adult Swim)06:04 – Full Circle (Max)12:21 – Survival of the Thickest (Netflix)16:54 – Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins (Disney+) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com

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00:10:52

The Surrogacy

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/07/13

Will Yeni get revenge on Carlos and his family? What secrets does this rich family have? How much more trauma can Yeni endure? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

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00:26:08

Hijack, Glamorous, LA Fire & Rescue, Secret Invasion

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/07/06

What are our favorite action movies and do they remind us of Hijack? Is Marco good at his job? What would you cook to feed firefighters? And how happy are we to see Samuel J. Jackson return as Nick Fury? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:44 – Hijack (Apple TV+)07:05 – Glamorous (Netflix)12:42 – LA Fire & Rescue (NBC)19:14 – Secret Invasion (Disney+) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email

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00:11:14

Charmed

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/06/29

Is BJ still a card carrying member of Charmed hive? How did Mitu miss out on a show about sisterhood, magic, and battling men? Are the special effects still spooky ooky ooky decades later? Tune in to find out! Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios Connect with us:Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple

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00:25:14

King the Land, The Full Monty, The Crowded Room, Hot...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/06/22

Family secrets, unreliable narrators, and good old fashioned fun dominate this week. Do tried and true romance or crime story tropes work for a reason? Are competition shows even better with lower stakes? What are BJ’s internship stories? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:45 – King the Land (Netflix)06:46 – The Full Monty (FX on Hulu)11:30 – The Crowded Room (Apple TV+)17:04 – Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge (NBC) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at

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00:12:48

Based on a True Story

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/06/15

Is Kaley Cuoco channeling the same chaotic vibes from The Flight Attendant? Does Nathan have potential to be a murderer? And should you trust your plumber if you’re certain he is a famous serial killer? Tune in to find out!Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on

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00:29:56

Johnny Rey Diaz (Interview)

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/06/10

Tune in to learn more about Johnny’s experience filming Primo on Freevee. We learn how he developed his character Rollie, his directing experience, and his award-winning pilot. Tune in!Follow Johnny: Instagram @johnnyreydiazTwitter @johnnyreydiazTranscript available on our website

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00:30:47

Fake Profile, Searching For Soul Food, Platonic,...

The Pilot Podcast ·

2023/06/08

When should you start getting to know someone you’re dating? What’s the perfect balance between food and food history? Is it fun to watch best friends reunite? What’s the lore behind the Gremlins? Tune in to find out!Timestamps: 00:46 – Fake Profile (Netflix)05:58 – Searching For Soul Food (Hulu)11:20 – Platonic (Apple TV+)22:35 – Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai (Max) Edited with thanks to Playlyst StudiosConnect with us: Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at

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