Carême is Apple TV+’s new French-language drama about the world’s first celebrity chef. Based on a cookbook/biography by Ian Kelly, the historical drama is set in the early 19th century and maps the rise of Marie-Antoine Carême, who was, in fact, named after Marie Antoinette. In this podcast, we break down the premiere episodes, "The Infernal Machine" and "Blackmail,". We compare fact vs. fiction, dole out some trivia, highlight our favorite moments, and ponder whether this decadent mix of cooking and conspiracy is more feast or flop. Welcome to Today's Episode!
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The Four Seasons (PILOT)
Tina Fey’s The Four Seasons, a remake of Alan Alda’s 1981 romantic comedy, follows three couples navigating love, resentment, and vacation logistics—one season at a time. Across four getaways, this updated version leans into sharper dialogue and busier modern lives, while still nodding to the original. In this podcast, we break down episode one, “Lake House,” which takes place in the spring. Along with comparisons, production notes, trivia, plot discussion, and character reads on the evolving dynamics between Kate, Jack, Claude, and Nick, we also land on our rating. Welcome to Today’s Episode!
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Étoile (PILOT)
Set in 2024, Étoile follows a bold plan to revive ballet’s future by swapping top dancers between Paris and New York. In the premiere episode, "The Swap," we meet Jack, Geneviève, and Cheyenne—who might be the angriest yet most talented ballerina in the world. We break down the opening hour’s real-world industry critiques, the show’s sharp humor, performances, and comparisons to other behind-the-scenes comedies/dramas. We also briefly discuss the production, direction, and how Étoile manages to balance theatricality without losing its emotional core. Tune in to hear our full thoughts. Welcome to Today’s Episode!
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Sherlock & Daughter (PILOT)
The man is back! Resurrected for what has to be the billionth time, Sherlock Holmes is solving crimes once again—only now he’s old and paired with a new sidekick who might be his biological daughter (DNA results pending). Set in 1896 London, the series stars David Thewlis (from too many things to list) and Blu Hunt (New Mutants), and kicks off with episode one, “The Challenge,” which introduces the main characters to one another, and presents the case of a kidnapped ambassador’s daughter.There is a lot to talk about from trivia to favorite/least favorite moments, critical response, etc. Tune in to hear it all. Welcome to Today's Episode!
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Ransom Canyon (PILOT)
Ransom Canyon, Netflix’s latest Western romance series developed by April Blair and based on Jodi Thomas’ books, blends small-town drama with personal baggage. Starring Minka Kelly and Josh Duhamel, the show kicks off with a pilot full of will-they-won’t-they tension, family pressures, and a looming pipeline deal that threatens the land. We discuss episode one, “Don't Let Me Fall”, a 46-minute installment, and explore how the show stacks up against Virgin River, Landman, and others—while unpacking whether it has enough going on to keep audiences engaged. Welcome to Today’s Episode!
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