Empire
73 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratingsAn awesome podcast covering the hit show Empire on FOX, starring Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett, and Bryshere Gray. Your wonderful host are Gary and Nicole, who cover several television shows. You can review all of our content on our website- http://theverdictsin.com
Listener feedback is always welcome, you can send them in to [email protected]
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Episodes
418 "The Empire Unpossess'd" Empire Review
May 28, 2018 18:17 - 18 minutes - 18.1 MBWe discuss the episode season finale of Empire. There were two deaths we did not see coming, and more is sure to follow next season. Oh...there was also a wedding. Thank you for listening!
417 "Bloody Noses And Crack'd Crowns" Empire Review
May 18, 2018 02:29 - 21 minutes - 21.3 MBWe loved this episode of Empire!! Getting to watch Anonymous perform, Hakeem shading Tiana, and the double, triple, quadruple back stabbing was a little fun and too much all at the same time. We cant wait to discuss next weeks season finale. We would love to hear your feedback on the show. Hit us up- [email protected] and we will discuss on the podcast.
416 "Fair Terms" Empire Review
May 14, 2018 10:09 - 29 minutes - 28.9 MBWe really enjoyed this episode of Empire. The Lyon's find themselves backed against a wall and I don't know how they will get out of this one. Tiana is the newest black woman that the Empire writers have decided to take now. The only one left now is Becky. Hakeem meets a new lady friend, while also telling off a racist director. We look forward to seeing where this goes. Jamal's secret music has now gone live. Cookie is doing her best to reconnect with her mom. Thank you for listening!
415 “A Lean and Hungry Look” Empire Review
May 06, 2018 16:41 - 26 minutes - 27.5 MBWe discuss the latest episode of Empire, “A Lean and Hungry Look”. It looks like Shine stayed a little to long after trying to kill Lucious. Pound Cake gets her dying wish. Cookie finally visit her mother. We would love to hear from you, be sure to hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
414 "False Face" Empire Review
April 29, 2018 23:35 - 17 minutes - 17.6 MBWe discuss the latest episode of Empire, "False Face". The Lyon's won the most recent round with the fight with Eddie. Jamal starts a band. Hakeem still has love for Tiana and we meet Cookie's mother. Thanks for listening!
413 "Of Hardiness Is Mother" Empire Review
April 21, 2018 19:31 - 41 minutes - 43 MBWe discuss the latest episode of Empire "Of Hardiness Is Mother". Hakeem has an awesome rap battle. Tiana is acting like a diva. Jamal seeks a new audience to give his music props, and Cookie wants to move forward. If you would like to be apart of the podcast, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
412 "Sweet Sorrow" Empire Recap
April 14, 2018 17:39 - 36 minutes - 36.9 MBWe recap Empire, "Sweet Sorrow". Becky finally tells J-Poppa her big secret. Andre does some digging into Eddie's business plans, and Cookie has to learn to take care of herself and put her work away. We would love to hear from you, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
411 "Without Apology" Empire Recap
April 07, 2018 16:15 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBWe discuss the latest episode of Empire, "Without Apology". Andre confesses to Lucious, but will they ever be able to have an relationship. Tiana puts her relationship with Hakeem aside in order to advance her career, but will she end up being a victim? Becky still hasn't told J-Poppa the big news. We would love to hear from you, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
410 "Birds In The Cage" Empire Recap
March 31, 2018 13:59 - 40 minutes - 40.8 MBEmpire is back! But will the Lyon's be able to move on? Lucious was able to defeat his psycho doctor, but another enemy awaits. Andre is almost finish with therapy, but will he ever be ok? Jamal is trying to come to terms with killing someone, will he turn to drugs to help cope? We cant wait to see what happens, and of course Becky's pregnancy will be an exciting storyline this second half as well. We would love to hear from you, be sure to hit u up- [email protected] Thank you fo...
409 "Slave to Memory" Empire Recap
December 16, 2017 20:38 - 45 minutes - 45.5 MBThe Empire strikes back! The Dubois has their hands full when the Lyons decide to crash their Captains Ball. Warren steps up to the plate and gives Jamal some information on Anika. Andre may not ever be the same, after what Diana did to him. Lucious gets a big surprise when an old acquaintance emerges. Thank you for listening to our Empire podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected] and catch us on the TV Time App o...
408 "Cupid Painted Blind" Empire Recap
December 09, 2017 17:00 - 33 minutes - 33.3 MBComplete shocker!!!! Empire has outdone themselves with "Cupid Painted Blind". This episode gave us a "Fight Club" and "Mr Robot" feeling. Trai Byers (Andre Lyon) gave us an all star performance. We cannot wait for the next episode! Thank you for listening to our Empire”The Fool” podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected] and catch us on the TV Time App on your iPhone or Android.
407 "The Lady Doth Protest" Empire Recap
December 02, 2017 23:06 - 58 minutes - 56.8 MBThis week the Empire employees go on strike. Although they never mentioned what their demands were, the strike quickly came to an end. Jamal learns the truth about Warren and he pays for it big time. Andre gets closer with his girlfriend, who we are sure is setting him up. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
406 “Fortune Be Not Crost” Empire Recap
November 19, 2017 18:25 - 34 minutes - 34.8 MBHakeem and Anika are in a custody battle, that looks more like a celebrity murder trial of the year. Fans and media are lined up across the courthouse with free Bella T-shirts. Diana Dubois is Anika's secret weapon and her statement is very damaging for the Lyons. This could be the beginning of the end of the Lyon family. Thank you for listening to our Empire”Fortune Be Not Crost” podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at empire@theverdict...
405 “The Fool” Empire Recap
November 11, 2017 15:21 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBWord is out about Lucious' memory, and TMZ couldn't wait to talk about it. In order to keep the CEO spot, Cookie tries to convince the board that Lucious hasn't lost his touch. Angelo warns Jamal about Warren, but Jamal is so blinded by love he didn't want to believe Warren would betray him. Lucious says he is back thanks to Claudia, but are we getting the same Lucious or a water down version? Thank you for listening to our Empire”The Fool” podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We woul...
404 “Bleeding War” Empire Recap
October 22, 2017 01:33 - 48 minutes - 47.8 MBThank you for listening to our Empire"Bleeding War" podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected]
403 “Evil Manners” Empire Recap
October 14, 2017 04:01 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBWe fell in LOVE with this episode!!! Jamal and Lucious relationship is everything at this moment. Hakeem is dropping straight fire and raising a daughter at the same damn time! Andre Martin Lyon has met his match with Pamela the NYPD detective. She's making Empire hot and steamy! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected]
402 "Full Circle" Empire Recap
October 07, 2017 17:17 - 45 minutes - 45.5 MBLucious tries to get his memory back by meeting up with an hold friend. Yet, that backfires when he hears more about his dirty past. Cookie takes charge of her and Lucious' future by moving in his mansion and shaking things up at Empire. Jamal and Warren grow closer. Becky finally gets her dream job. Hakeem wants to revamp his style. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us [email protected]
401 "Noble Memory" Empire Recap
October 02, 2017 01:13 - 57 minutes - 56.6 MBEmpire is back and we couldn't be any more excited. Lucious still does not have his memory. Cookie is still selfish. Hakeem is still a brat. Andre is still trying to sit on the throne. Jamal is still in his feelings. We look forward to the season and cant wait to discuss each episode. If you would like to be apart of the podcast, send your feedback in [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 318 "Toil & Trouble" Part 2 Recap
May 28, 2017 00:13 - 48 minutes - 48.3 MBGary and Nicole recap the crazy, explosive, over the top season finale of Empire, "Toil and Trouble". As always, our favorite parts of the episode was the music. We will be back for season four at it's new time 8pm. Until then, be sure to catch all of our other shows on our website- theverdictsin.com Thank you for listening!
Empire 317 "Toil and Trouble" Part 1 Recap
May 20, 2017 22:37 - 48 minutes - 48.4 MBWe enjoyed Cookie and her squad trying to pull off a casino heist "Ocean's 11" style. The big question is... why is Giuliana trying to keep her out of Leviticus Vegas and what exactly is this spell Giuliana has over Lucious? Gary and Nicole break down their favorite moments of "Toil and Trouble", and also give their input about some questionable moments. Like, why haven't Lucious looked into Diana Dubois? What secrets is Lucious' mom, Leah Walker keeping? We look forward to hearing your...
Empire 316 "Absent Child" Recap
May 12, 2017 13:12 - 46 minutes - 47.4 MBGary and Nicole recap the latest episode of Empire, "Absent Child". We see Andre struggling with his mental illness, we don't know what he may do next. Hakeem and Anika are on an emotional rollercoaster with the baby Bella missing. Cookie make a big mistake which could easily land her back in jail. Lucious and Jamal work together, and we now know who has baby Bella, but could Lucious' mom have been involved? We look forward to the final two episodes, and would love to hear from you- empire...
Empire 315 "Civil Hands Unclean" Recap
May 06, 2017 18:58 - 49 minutes - 48.4 MB"Civil Hands Unclean" was a great episode! It was full of emotions. We finally see the Lyon's put their differences aside and decide to work together as a family. Now that Bella was taken by Child Protective Services, we will see how long the Lyon unity last. The question on everyone's mind is WHO had Bella taken?? Hit us up at [email protected] to share your thoughts. Also check out www.theverdictsin.com for more shows. Thanks for listening!
Empire 314 "Love Is A Smoke" Recap
May 03, 2017 04:39 - 50 minutes - 50.2 MBWith only two more episode left in the season we cant wait to see how everyone's story will end. Cookie broke Angelo's heart and now the Lyon's have a new enemy to watch out for. Lucious found love in an old flame. Andre is ready to go to war with his dad, and Jamal may lose a friend by doing the right thing. This was another drama filled, explosive music episode of Empire. We really enjoyed "Love Is A Smoke" and look forward to hearing more music from Tory Ash. We would love to hear your ...
Empire 313 "My Naked Villainy" Recap
April 20, 2017 19:01 - 52 minutes - 51.9 MBGary and Nicole recap the latest episode of Empire, "My Naked Villainy". We enjoyed the episode and the direction that Empire is seeming to go with social responsibility. However, we also think the first step in adjusting social problems is by starting with ones self and going from there. We would love to hear your feedback. Be sure to hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 312 "Strange Bedfellows" Recap
April 17, 2017 04:08 - 46 minutes - 46 MBGary and Nicole recap Empire, "Strange Bedfellows". Although we didn't really care for this episode, it did entertain us. We would love to hear your feedback- [email protected]
Empire 311 "Play On" Recap
April 17, 2017 01:13 - 43 minutes - 44.2 MBNicole and Gary recap Empire 311, "Play On". Andre's plan to murder his father continues as he makes a new alliance. Hakeem wants Tiana to get to know Bella more. Angelo is back in the arms of Cookie, and Anika is back in the arms of Lucious...until she has to leave. Jamal has a new boo, but what does this mean for D-Major? Send your feedback in [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 310 "Sound & Fury" Recap
April 12, 2017 12:58 - 44 minutes - 45 MBEmpire is back and we love it! Lucious and Cookie are fighting and kissing. Tiana and Nessa are fighting, and Becky is trying to work out her battles as well. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 309 "A Furnace For Your Foe" Recap
December 16, 2016 03:51 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBHere is our mid season finale recap of Empire "A Furnace For Your Foe". Be sure to check out our website theverdictins.com for all of our other podcast. Thank you for listening!
Empire 308 "The Unkindest Cut" Recap
December 14, 2016 03:47 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBGary and Nicole give their thoughts on S3. E8 "The Unkindest Cut". Andre and Nessa are the new Bonnie and Clyde of Empire. Jamal is going at Lucious once again with a diss record, but Lucious gives Jamal a taste of his own medicine. He lets everyone know the real deal behind Frank Gathers' murder! Hakeem is back on team Tiana. I guess he need a quick rebound! To be apart of the podcast, hit us up at [email protected]. Check out more podcast @ www.theverdictsin.com. Thanks ...
Empire 307 "What We May Be" Review
December 07, 2016 03:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBGary and Nicole share their instant thoughts of S3. E7 "What We May Be". We were surprised to to see Jamal is still acting reckless. Seems he didn't learn his lesson from the overdose. Cookie and Angelo are getting serious. Cookie gave him the cookies and now he wants her to meet his mother. Must have been some good cookies!!! Freda Gatz is back and her mic skills are still dope! To be apart of the podcast drop a line at [email protected]. Also check out our website for ...
Empire 306 "Chimes At Midnight" Recap
November 20, 2016 23:24 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week on Empire, "Chimes At Midnight", The Empire gets hacked. Cookie's cookie is a part of the leak. Hakeem still has feelings for Nessa. Angelo shows his support for Cookie. Andre is officially on the dark side, and Becky has been played for the last time. We would love to hear your feedback. Be sure to hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 305 "One Before Another" Recap
November 13, 2016 17:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBWe discuss the latest episode of Empire, "One Before Another". We see Jamal and Hakeem collaborate on a song together, which quickly goes astray. Lucious is still up to his Lucious ways. Cookie an Angelo get closer. Becky is on the edge of leaving Empire, and Tiana is finally given some good music, but it is quickly taken away. We would love to hear your feedback on the episode. Hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 304- "Cupid Kills" Recap
October 16, 2016 18:29 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBOn the latest episode of Empire, "Cupid Kills" we see Andre is starting to come back to his old self. He even manages to sign a new client. Jamal is still having trouble with his ptsd. Tiana clapsback at Hakeem, and Cookie and Angelo become closer. We will be back after the world series. Thank you for listening!
Empire 303 "What Remains Is Bestial" Recap
October 10, 2016 02:59 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBEmpire is not backing down from discussing social issues, and we love it. Although we can all agree Lucious is a horrible father, he speaks truth to his sons. We look at domestic violence, growing up black, and how to succeed in America, while staying true to who you are. We would love your feedback, hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 302 "Sin That Amends" Recap
October 02, 2016 17:02 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn the latest episode of Empire "Sin That Amends", we see Lucious pull out all the tops to win back Cookie's love. He even has Biz Markie come and sing his never going out of style song "Just A Friend". Hakeem works on a new hot song with Nessa, but of course Shine is there to block it from going anything past business. Jamal has found a new organization to help as he works through his PTSD. If loosing his wife and baby was not enough, Andre is assaulted and arrested by the police. We woul...
301 "Light In Darkness" Empire Recap
September 27, 2016 13:10 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBWe discuss the season three premiere of Empire, "Light In Darkness". We are looking forward to the season and will do instant recaps only of each episode. You can check out all of our podcast on our website- theverdictsin.com Thank you for listening!
Empire 301 "Light In Darkness" Instant Cast
September 22, 2016 02:49 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBEmpire is back and it deserves a standing ovation! Nicole and Gary give their instant thoughts of the 1st episode of the 3rd season. The music was great, the story line was great, and the acting was spectacular! If you want to be apart of the discussion please write in to [email protected] We look forward to sharing your thoughts in our full recap! Also check out more show recaps at www.theverdictsin.com
Empire Season 2 Recap/Season 3 Preview
September 20, 2016 02:14 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBWe discuss the big points that happened in season two of Empire, and what we look forward to seeing in season three. We would love to hear from you, be sure to write in to [email protected] and we will discuss it on the podcast. Thank you for listening!
218 Empire "Past Is Prologue" Full Recap
May 21, 2016 23:25 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBEmpire’s season finale “Past Is Prologue” was a solid episode. Not great, but it’s just enough to get us back next season. We get so much in this finale; Jamal’s home coming party, Anika’s suicide attempt, and the dramatic fight scene between Anika and Rhonda to close the episode. We also get a few story changes; the biggest one being…. who killed Luscious’ father? This finale showers us with beautiful music only Empire can deliver! Please join us as we give our thoughts on the uniqu...
217 Empire "Rise By Sin" Full Recap
May 13, 2016 17:59 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBWe loved this latest episode of Empire, "Rise By Sin". The drama and the shock and awe moments were at an all time high. The acting by all the actors were superb. There are still many question we have, and we hope they will be answered in the season finale. Will Freda go to jail for her crime? Will Lucious confess to his crimes? Now, we know that will not happen. There is a lot of talk about who push Rhonda, with the prime suspect being Anika, but we dont think it's that easy. Hakeem and Lau...
216 Empire "The Lyon Who Cried Wolf" Full Recap
May 10, 2016 01:03 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn the latest episode of Empire, entitled "The Lyon Who Cried Wolf" Lucious comes face to face with his mother, who he hadn't seen since he was a child. Rhonda learns a little more about her fall, and who may be responsible for it. Hakeem kills it on two songs this week, and is he falling for Tiana again? Jamal gets a new boo, but he doesn't seem to be a good match. Cookie is embracing her new role as CEO, but will her sisters secrets interfere? With only two episodes left in the season, we ...
215- Empire "More Than Kin" Full Recap
April 30, 2016 21:20 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBWe enjoyed this weeks episode of Empire. We see Hakeem having a hard time with the realization that he is no longer the CEO of empire, and that he is going to be a father. Jamal goes back to where it all started, and even reconnects with an old flame. Andre uses his mental illness as a way to get in his fathers good grace. He also learns a secret Lucious never planned on sharing. Lucious was showing his fifty shades this week with his newest love interest victim. Cookie has to play referee ...
Empire 214 "Time Shall Unfold" Full Recap
April 23, 2016 21:47 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBThank you for checking out our Empire podcast. We would love to hear your feedback on the show as well, hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire S2 E14 Instant Cast
April 21, 2016 03:18 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBWe will be back Friday night with our full recap. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire S2 E13 "The Tameness of a Wolf" Recap
April 17, 2016 00:01 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBThis week Lucious' family learns more about his past. Andre will probably never forgive his father. Jamal is making a new hit with an unexpected artist. Hakeem has taken the next big step to becoming a grown man. Rhonda has had enough, and Cookie will always have Lucious' back. We would love to hear your feedback on the next episode. Be sure to hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire S2 E12 "A Rose By Any Other Name" Recap
April 10, 2016 02:12 - 41 minutes - 38 MBGary and Nicole discuss the latest episode of Empire, "A Rose By Any Other Name". We would love to hear your feedback on the show, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire S2 E12 Instant Cast
April 07, 2016 03:28 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBGary and Nicole's thoughts right after the show.
Empire S2 E11- "Death Will Have His Day" Recap
April 02, 2016 14:22 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBEmpire is back! We re ready for the second have of this crazy show. The drama is still happening, the hot songs are still happening, and the scheming is still happening! we would to hear your feedback on the episodes, hit us up [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 210 "Et Tu Brute" Full Recap
December 09, 2015 02:20 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBWe discuss the crazy mid season finale of Empire, "Et Tu Brute". The number one question on everyone's mind, is who pushed Rhonda? Did Hakeem make the best decision? And Thirsty really brought home the "taking one for the team". We will be podcasting through the break. Check out our Verdicts In feed. You can still email us at [email protected] Thank you for listening!
Empire 210 Instant Cast "Et Tu Brute"
December 03, 2015 04:07 - 20 minutes - 19 MBHere is our instant cast for the mid season finale of Empire. We will be back Friday with our full recap. Thank you for listening!