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PODCAST

The Buddie System: A 9-1-1 Yapathon

Han, Cil, & Rachel

Three friends uncover the surprising depths of a procedural show that masterfully balances laughable unseriousness with charming characters and heartwarming stories. The Buddie System Podcast embarks on witty, insightful conversations analyzing the characters and relationships on 9-1-1 through an elevated critical lens.

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02:35:58

Train in Vain (3x18: What's Next?)

The Buddie System: A 9-1-1 Yapathon ·

2025/10/30

“You said you love me, and that's a factAnd then you left me, said you felt trappedWell, some things you can explain awayBut the heartache's in me 'til this day”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel go off the rails while we explore Season 3 Episode 18, the Season Finale of 9-1-1, “What’s Next?” where everyone but Buck gets a happy ending.Josh confronts his attacker, Michael gets his cancer-free(ish) meet-cute redo, Maddie and Chimney are expecting, and Buck is getting the most unsatisfactory closure

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40:45

You Might Also Like: David Eigenberg (Christopher...

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2025/10/28

Host Brian Luce sits down with David Eigenberg to talk about his unexpected path toplaying Christopher Herrmann, the behind-the-scenes camaraderie on Chicago Fire, andthe time he singed his eyebrows on set. The episode also features the LeFevours, thelegendary father-son stunt team, who share how they pull off some of the mostunforgettable stunts on Chicago Fire and Chicago Med.You can watch this interview on the One Chicago YouTube channel, and check out theseason premieres of Chicago Med, Fire and

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02:06:21

Rocket Man (Season 9 Episodes 1-2)

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2025/10/23

“And I think it's gonna be a long, long time 'til touchdown brings me 'round again to find I'm not the man they think I am at home. Oh, no, no, no I'm a rocket man.”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel brace for impact as we discuss two episodes of 9-1-1: Season 9 Episode 1, “Eat the Rich” and Episode 2, “Spiraling.”Check out our review of both episodes to hear the long list of things they got right then dive into the character highlights with us to see how Hen, Karen, Athena, Chimney, Maddie, May, Harry,

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01:47:28

One Way Or Another (3x17: Powerless)

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2025/10/16

One way or another, I wanna get ya, I’ll get ya!This week Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss Season 3 Episode 17 of 9-1-1, “Powerless.” Karen is suspicious of Hen, Athena is tracking down the realtor rapist, and Josh is debating whether to make his statement in court. Super lighthearted stuff, amirite?Maddie lends an ear and advice to Josh who’s struggling with moving on after The Taking of Dispatch 9-1-1.Karen finds some breadcrumbs Hen leaves behind, leading her to daydrink with Chimney while they

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03:04:25

Way Too Good At Goodbyes (3x16: The One That Got Away)

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2025/10/09

It's sad but it's true, Buck’s way too good at goodbyes.This week Han, Cil, and Rachel enter the emotional rollercoaster of Season 3 Episode 16 of 9-1-1, “The One That Got Away.” Buck is grappling with what he thinks is the Ghost of Christmases Yet to Come, while Hen decides to take the survival rate of her patients into her own hands — literally!The catalyst for Hen’s journey into becoming a doctor begins here when the hospital loses one of her patients because they don’t follow her medical advice

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05:10:35

I See Right Through Me (3x15: Eddie Begins)

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2025/10/02

Combat, Eddie’s ready for combat.It’s finally time for Han, Cil, and Rachel to discuss an episode they know All Too Well, Season 3 Episode 15 of 9-1-1, “Eddie Begins.” So grab your poncho, hardhats, and oxygen tanks, because we’re going spelunking in Eddie’s psyche!We dive deep (40 feet, to be exact!) into one of the best episodes of the show with thorough explorations of his tumultuous relationships with Shannon and his parents in the past, compared to the strong bonds and family he’s formed with

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01:29:22

Commencing Countdown, Engines On! (Season 9 Preview)

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2025/09/25

Ground Control to Major Tom!Fasten your seatbelts as Han, Cil, and Rachel takeoff into orbit with our Season 9 Preview of 9-1-1!We talk about what we know going into the season, what we’ve deduced to be likely from behind-the-scenes footage, and our own hopes for the Dia de Muertos episode.Brace for impact with us for a brand new season of 9-1-1 — now with 100% more space!Episode Title inspired by “Space Oddity” by David Bowie📔 Articles Quoted📰 Exclusive first look at how 9-1-1 season 9 honors

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01:46:50

Ain't No Rest for the Wicked (3x14: The Taking of...

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2025/09/18

“Money don't grow on treesI got bills to pay, I got mouths to feedThere ain't nothing in this world for free”Grab your best disguise and join Han, Cil, and Rachel as we jump into the getaway car exploring Season 3 Episode 14 of 9-1-1, “The Taking of Dispatch 9-1-1.” This week the men and women in the chairs become their own heroes!We discuss the lofty art heist that takes over the 9-1-1 call center and the ripple effects it has on our favorite dispatchers and the greater LA area.Who needs the

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01:56:09

So High School (3x13: Pinned)

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2025/09/11

It's true, swear, scout's honor. Chimney knew what he wanted and, boy, he got her!This week Han, Cil, and Rachel feel so high school as we discuss the Madney of it all in Season 3 Episode 13 of 9-1-1, “St—” we mean “Pinned.”Michael’s brain tumor looms large over the Grant-Nash household, dampening what should be a celebratory college acceptance for May and a beloved father-son camping trip for Harry. We try to excavate Michael’s psyche to figure out just what the fuck he’s thinking, spoiler alert:

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02:05:47

It Was All a Fake Out (3x12: Fools)

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2025/09/04

Josh: Do you laugh about me whenever I leave?Eddie: Or do I just need more therapy?This week Han, Cil, and Rachel are your jesters as we juggle the solemn solos in Season 3 Episode 12 of 9-1-1, “Fools.”Josh is single, and after a dinner as a co-third-wheel with Buck, Maddie, and Chimney, he decides he’s ready to mingle again. What should have been a promising return to the playing field turns into a waking nightmare in a graveyard. We discuss how the traumatizing events shakes Josh’s confidence and

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02:25:53

More Than Your Father's Son (3x11: Seize the Day)

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2025/08/28

“You try your hardest to leave the past aloneThis crooked posture is all you've ever knownIt is the consequence of living in betweenThe weight of family and the pull of gravity”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel wade into the tumultuous daddy issues in Season 3 Episode 11 of 9-1-1, “Seize the Day,” where Chimney really “Bucks up” meeting his younger brother, Albert.Nothing says “Happy Birthday” quite like Chimney’s father, who quite literally doesn’t say “Happy Birthday,” but instead alludes that he

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02:03:36

I Wish I Had A River (3x10: Christmas Spirit)

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2025/08/21

But it don’t snow here, it stays pretty green…This week Han, Cil, and Rachel put on our buddie elf hats to chat about Season 3 Episode 10 of 9-1-1, “Christmas Spirit,” where everyone is having a very blue holiday.Maddie goes over the river and through the woods to revisit the ghost of her Christmas past: Doug. We discuss how Frank’s prescription of immersive therapy to confront her biggest trauma marks a turning point in Maddie’s emotional turmoil, where she can finally let go of her guilt and truly

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02:22:09

Wanna Go For The Title? (3x09: Fallout)

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2025/08/14

“You can’t save someone from themselves, not of they don’t want it.”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel step into the ring fence to take a swing at Season 3 Episode 9 of 9-1-1, “Fallout,” which starts and ends with therapy, we love to see it!Hen comes out the other end healed, Maddie finally opens up about wanting to heal, and Eddie is… calling flirting with his best bro and playing video games “therapy.” You keep saying that word, but we don’t think it actually means what you think it means.Bobby, ever

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59:10

Getting To Know You (Buddie System Q&A)

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2025/08/07

“Getting to know you, getting to feel free and easy when I’m with you.”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel temporarily put down the character analysis and get personal — about themselves and their 9-1-1 opinions.After a year of diving deep into the wild world of 9-1-1, we realized we've been a bit mysterious — like, who is The Buddie System anyway? Ew. This episode is all about us: why we started a podcast, what it’s like to produce, and what makes us the trio you’ve come to love (or tolerate). So,

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01:15:31

What I Like About You (7x06 Bachelor Party Dissection)

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2025/07/31

Blah, blah, blah, proper name, place name, backstory stuff. We tried to talk around it, over it, and under it if you will, but this is exactly what it looks like: a sex scene.This week Han, Cil, and Rachel dissect the Bachelor Party from Season 7 Episode 6 of 9-1-1 frame by frame — from the not so subtle glances and bitchy comments to the body language and plethora of double entendres.Eddie's entrance gives off serious Fonzie vibes leading into the hilariously awkward interactions between him and

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01:03:17

Too Sweet (Juice & Sweet Treats Theory)

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2025/07/24

This week Han, Cil, and Rachel dive into the sweet and slightly sticky world of "Juice Theory," where we unravel how Eddie indulges in (or denies himself) sweet treats as a metaphor for joy and repression. It's not just about the sugar rush; it reflects deep emotional layers, especially through Eddie’s journey in Season 8 of 9-1-1.We explore how he avoids his feelings, choosing water over juice, and navigate the complexities of Eddie’s character journey, especially as he grapples with his desires

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02:02:36

Always An Angel, Never a God (3x08: Malfunction)

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2025/07/17

Hen and Eddie in this episode: I don’t know why I am the way I am.This week Han, Cil, and Rachel try to compute Season 3 Episode 8 of 9-1-1, “Malfunction,” where Hen's life is in full-on meltdown mode and Eddie is busy trying to gaslight himself around his grief. We dive into Hen and Eddie’s psyches and how grief can manifest in very different ways.Hen’s family is normally the rock upon which she stands, but the fallout of the IVF failure has destabilized her home life, and her attempts to maintain

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01:51:29

I’ll Be Seeing You (3x07: Athena Begins)

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2025/07/10

I'll find you in the morning sun and when the night is new I'll be looking at the moon, but I'll be seeing you.This week Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss the super uplifting contents of Season 3 Episode 7 of 9-1-1, “Athena Begins.” We dive into Athena's past as she confronts the resurfacing of a cold case linked to the tragic loss of her fiancé, Emmett.Have you rewatched this episode since 8x15? No? Well, strap in folks, because that bittersweet ending is not so sweet anymore. We explore the not

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01:21:24

Listen to the Music (Songs for Buddie Canon)

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2025/07/03

What the people need is a way to make 'em smile!This week Han, Cil, and Rachel go on a musical interlude from our regularly scheduled programming to celebrate Han’s birthday with songs for Buddie Canon!We each share a few songs we believe could elevate a scene to new emotional heights. Get ready to picture Eddie and Buck’s individual feelings realizations, their first kiss, and some bonus activities to the soundtrack of our dreams.We dissect why the tracks resonate with us and how they perfectly

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01:45:06

Breakin' Dishes (Buddie Kitchen Divorce Dissection)

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2025/06/26

Buck and Eddie walked into the kitchen like, “I’ma fight a man tonight.”This week Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss the infamous kitchen fight from Season 8 Episode 17 of 9-1-1. Yes, you read that correctly, just that scene. Get comfortable, we’re talking about this less than 3 minute scene for almost 2 hours!There’s nothing we love more than a good character deep dive, and this scene was too juicy to not savor properly in a full episode. Picture this: a kitchen, two bros buddies, and a whole lot of

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