The Televerse (mp3)
856 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsKate Kulzick and Noel Kirkpatrick discuss the week's notable television, covering comedy, genre, drama, and everything in-between, before breaking down a favorite series no longer on the air that listeners may want to pull down off the DVD Shelf.
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The Televerse #225- Top 20 TV Series of 2015
December 23, 2015 06:10 - 2 hours - 123 MBThe List-ening has begun! Kate is joined by her new cohost, Noel Kirkpatrick of TV.com, to count down, argue about, slather praise upon, and generally geek out about our top 20 shows of 2015. Adding to the fun are some of the year’s best musical moments and a few thoughts from previous guest cohosts Elena Rivera, Emily L. Stephens, and David Bax. Count down with Noel and Kate, then let us know your picks for the best TV of 2015! // BEWARE: SPOILERS for each of these shows AHEAD ...
The Televerse #224- Avatar: The Last Airbender with Sean Colletti
December 16, 2015 07:38 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIt’s the final regular podcast of the year, and joining Kate to send off the guest cohost era in style is former cohost Sean Colletti of PopOptiq, TV Overmind, and The Mid-Season Replacements. // Our Week in Reality and Comedy (7:06–40:41): The Amazing Race finale, Nathan For You finale, Telenovela pilot, Superstore pilot, You’re the Worst finale, Transparent s2 // Our Week in Drama and Genre (41:30–1:05:36): The Good Wife midseason finale, Arrow midseason finale, The Flash midsea...
The Televerse #223- The Leftovers Season 2 with Whitney McIntosh
December 08, 2015 07:36 - 2 hours - 122 MBIt’s fall finale time, giving Kate and returning guest Whitney McIntosh of UPROXX and PopOptiq plenty to discuss this week on the podcast. First up are the week’s comedy and reality offerings, including a catchup with Survivor’s Remorse season two, the midseason finale of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, The Wiz Live!, and the premiere of Top Chef. ... The post The Televerse #223- The Leftovers s2 with Whitney McIntosh appeared first on PopOptiq.
The “Last” Walking Dead Podcast Episode 77: “Start to Finish”
December 02, 2015 02:47 - 56 minutes - 52 MBThis is it, folks. Kate and Rick call it quits after six years and 77 episodes of The Walking Dead podcast. It's been a lot of fun but with our busy schedules we've decided to end the show with the appropriately titled episode, "Start to Finish". Joining us one last time is PopOptiq contributor Felix Vasquez.
The Televerse #222- Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Season 1 with Deepayan Sengupta
November 30, 2015 19:36 - 1 hour - 106 MBMuch of TV may have taken the week off, thanks to (American) Thanksgiving, but there’s still plenty to discuss, as PopOptiq Managing Editor for TV Deepayan Sengupta returns to the podcast. First we talk comedy and reality, including previews of Transparent season two and The Great Holiday Baking Show and looks at Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and ... The post The Televerse #222- Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt s1 with Deepayan Sengupta appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 76: “Heads Up”
November 25, 2015 03:42 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBThis week, PopOptiq's Film Editor Patrick Murphy joins Kate and Ricky to discuss "Heads Up" and the triumphant return of Glenn. Among the many topics addressed are the green balloons, the helium tank, Carl's condescending attitude, Sam and Carol's relationship, and Morgan's current dilemma.
The Televerse #221- Jessica Jones Season 1 with Noel Kirkpatrick
November 24, 2015 03:06 - 2 hours - 133 MBThings get controversial this week on the podcast, as Noel Kirkpatrick from TV.com returns to help Kate break down the week’s TV. First up are the comedies, including Thanksgiving-inspired episodes of Fresh Off the Boat, Jane the Virgin, and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and we round out our week in TV with the genre and drama offerings, ... The post The Televerse #221- Jessica Jones s1 with Noel Kirkpatrick appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #220- Project Greenlight Season 4 with Caroline Siede
November 18, 2015 05:19 - 2 hours - 150 MBIt’s another long podcast this week, with Caroline Siede of The A.V. Club and Debating Doctor Who returning to help Kate break down a comedy-heavy week in TV. We kick things off with said comedies and some reality talk, including looks at the continuation of Mr. Show, Netflix’s With Bob and David, the pilot of ... The post The Televerse #220- Project Greenlight s4 with Caroline Siede appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 75: “Always Accountable”
November 18, 2015 02:09 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBAfter taking a week off, Rick is back to discuss The Walking Dead with Kate, and this week we invite PopOptiq managing TV Editor Deepayan Sengupta to discuss the sixth episode of season six, “Always Accountable”. One of us is not a fan of this episode so be prepared for some harsh criticism. Playlist Roky ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 75: “Always Accountable” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 74: “Now”
November 13, 2015 19:42 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBThis week on The Walking Dead, the story stalls as the Alexandrians play the waiting game. “Now” shifts the focus over to some of the less explored characters, with mixed results, and gives some much needed time with the under-served Maggie. Joining Kate to break down the episode is her This Is Our Design cohost, ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 74: “Now” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #219- Parks and Recreation with Elena Rivera
November 10, 2015 07:20 - 2 hours - 113 MBWe keep things local once again, with PopOptiq and The Televixen’s delightful Elena Rivera joining Kate to talk through another very full week in TV. First we look at the comedies, including Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang’s Master of None and the season three premiere of Mom, as well as standout episodes of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and ... The post The Televerse #219- Parks and Recreation with Elena Rivera appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #218- Holiday Omnibus 2 with Deepayan Sengupta
November 03, 2015 05:43 - 2 hours - 117 MBThe mega-show list format is back this week on the podcast, with PopOptiq’s own Deepayan Sengupta joining Kate to talk through a very full week in TV. First we look at the comedies, including fantastic episodes of You’re the Worst and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and catch up with Other Space season one. Next are the genre ... The post The Televerse #218- Holiday Omnibus 2 with Deepayan Sengupta appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 73: “Here’s Not Here”
November 03, 2015 01:49 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBThis week on The Walking Dead, we had a chance to see two fine character actors work their magic for a good solid 90 full minutes. “Here’s Not Here” is a pretty terrific detour, and a nice change of pace from the first three episodes of this season. There’s a lot to discuss once again ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 73: “Here’s Not Here” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 72: “Thank You”
October 27, 2015 06:02 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThis week we invite PopOptiq contributor Felix Vasquez Jr. To discuss an emotionally devastating episode of The Walking Dead. “Thank You” left us with plenty of questions including whether or not a certain character indeed died and whether or not Rick Grimes was bit in the hand. All this and more. Playlist Roky Erickson – ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 72: “Thank You” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #217- Show Me a Hero with Max Bledstein
October 26, 2015 22:44 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBWe take a different approach this week on the podcast, with PopOptiq and Vague Visage’s Max Bledstein joining Kate to dive deep with a handful of shows. First up are the comedies, with Kate’s Comedy Roundup and then a lengthier chat on The Muppets, followed by the week in genre and drama, again starting with ... The post The Televerse #217- Show Me a Hero with Max Bledstein appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 71: “JSS”
October 19, 2015 20:11 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBThis week on The Walking Dead, Carol turns into a one-woman army and Jessie butchers a man in front of her son with a pair of scissors. There’s a lot to discuss this week including Enid’s backstory, the mysterious Wolves, Morgan’s philosophy and Dr. Denise Cloyd, played by Merrit Wever. Joining us this week to ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 71: “JSS” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #216- Justice League with Noel Kirkpatrick
October 19, 2015 18:32 - 2 hours - 124 MBIt’s another super-powered episode of the podcast, as Noel Kirkpatrick from TV.com joins Kate to look at a full week of TV before talking Justice League at the DVD Shelf. First up though, it’s the comedies, including the pilots for Truth Be Told and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, as well as premieres for Nathan for You and ... The post The Televerse #216- Justice League with Noel Kirkpatrick appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 70: “First Time Again”
October 13, 2015 05:18 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBThe PopOptiq Walking Dead podcast is back, and Kate and Rick are extremely excited thanks to the stellar season six premiere. Robert Kirkman’s zombie epic opens its new season with a bang and mastermind Greg Nicotero (and his crew) deliver the biggest, most visually impressive spectacle the series has ever witnessed! Joining us this week is ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 70: “First Time Again” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #215- Life on Mars (UK) with Alasdair Wilkins
October 12, 2015 18:35 - 2 hours - 120 MBThe fall premieres may be winding down elsewhere, but The CW is just gearing up, giving us plenty of interesting TV to talk about this week. Alasdair Wilkins of The A.V. Club and Debating Doctor Who joins Kate for a more mainstream week in TV, starting with a little reality talk, as Kate waxes rhapsodic ... The post The Televerse #215- Life on Mars (UK) with Alasdair Wilkins appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #214- Fear The Walking Dead Season 1 with Ricky D
October 06, 2015 04:59 - 2 hours - 148 MBThank goodness last week’s episode was on the shorter side, because it’s another marathon edition of The Televerse this week. PopOptiq co-creator and Editor-in-Chief Ricky D joins Kate this week to cohost the podcast, starting with a very full week in TV. We kick things off with a whole lotta comedies, including Trevor Noah’s first ... The post The Televerse #214- Fear The Walking Dead Season 1 with Ricky D appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #213- Scrubs with Cooper S. Beckett
September 28, 2015 17:37 - 2 hours - 118 MBAfter last week’s marathon podcast, we’re back to a more manageable length, though there’s still plenty of TV talk to go around. Joining Kate this week is Cooper S. Beckett from Eat the Rudecast, Damn Good Podcast, and Life on the Swingset, who helps Kate look at some comedy and genre favorites (The Muppets, Drunk ... The post The Televerse #213- Scrubs with Cooper S. Beckett appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #212b- 2015 Fall TV Preview with David Bax
September 22, 2015 06:14 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBContinuing on from part one of this week’s mega-podcast, David Bax from Battleship Pretension and Hey Watch This! joins Kate to break down this fall’s new series: September premieres (3:51-54:25): Life in Pieces (CBS), 9/21; Blindspot (NBC), 9/21; Minority Report (Fox), 9/21; Limitless (CBS), 9/22; The Muppets (ABC), 9/22; Scream Queens (Fox), 9/22; Rosewood (Fox), 9/23; Heroes Reborn (NBC), 9/24; The Player (ABC), 9/24; ... The post The Televerse #212b- 2015 Fall TV Preview with Dav...
The Televerse #212a- Empire, The Emmys, and more with David Bax
September 22, 2015 03:37 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBReturning to the podcast this week is friend of the show David Bax, from Battleship Pretension and Hey Watch This!, and as always happens when David is on the show, this is a long one. So long, in fact, that we’ve split the podcast into two parts. First up is David and Kate’s look at ... The post The Televerse #212a- Empire s2, The Emmys, and more with David Bax appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #211- The L.A. Complex with Carrie Raisler
September 15, 2015 06:22 - 2 hours - 118 MBThis week, Carrie Raisler of The A.V. Club joins Kate on the podcast to look at the first insane week in TV in quite a while. First we talk comedies, including previews of Life In Pieces and Moonbeam City and the double finales of Key & Peele, The Carmichael Show, and Playing House. Next we ... The post The Televerse #211- The L.A. Complex with Carrie Raisler appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #210- Party Animals with Caroline Siede
September 07, 2015 18:47 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBThis week, Caroline Siede of The A.V. Club and Debating Doctor Who joins Kate on the podcast to break down a comedy-heavy week in TV. First we talk comedies, including a preview of The League season seven and You’re the Worst season two, fun episodes of Key & Peele, Playing House, and Difficult People, and ... The post The Televerse #210- Party Animals with Caroline Siede appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #39: “The Wrath of the Lamb”
September 05, 2015 14:27 - 3 hours - 195 MBFor possibly the final time, welcome back to This is Our Design. With some time to digest the season three finale of Hannibal, set aside a chunk of your evening to dive in with co-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick, who are joined by Noel Kirkpatrick of TV.com. The post This is Our Design #39: “The Wrath of the Lamb” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #209- Monty Python’s Flying Circus with Emily L. Stephens
September 01, 2015 05:09 - 2 hours - 118 MBThis week on the podcast, Emily L. Stephens of The A.V. Club joins Kate to discuss an entertaining week in TV, including a preview of Drunk History season three and interesting episodes of Married, Rick and Morty, and Review. Kate also takes another look at The Carmichael Show and Kate and Emily talk Mr. Robot, ... The post The Televerse #209- Monty Python’s Flying Circus with Emily L. Stephens appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #38: “The Number of the Beast is 666…”
August 27, 2015 04:21 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBThis week, co-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick are joined by author Cooper S. Beckett of Eat The Rudecast as the crew breaks down yet another strong central sequence... The post This is Our Design #38: “The Number of the Beast is 666…” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #208- Make-You-Watch-athon 4: The Venture Bros., Steven Universe
August 24, 2015 18:42 - 2 hours - 148 MBIt’s the end of an era here at the Televerse. On the occasion of our fourth anniversary, and in the podcast’s final installment at Sound on Sight, cohost Simon Howell bids adieu in an epically long episode. First we look at a full week in TV. After a little reality talk—specifically, Stephen Amell’s turn in ... The post The Televerse #208- Make-You-Watch-athon 4: The Venture Bros., Steven Universe appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #37: “…And the Beast from the Sea”
August 18, 2015 03:27 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBAs the season (and possibly series) nears its end, we're pulling out all the stops. This week, co-hosts Kate Kulzick and Sean Colletti are joined by Aaron Abrams of the Hannibal cast (and much more). The post This is Our Design #37: “…And the Beast from the Sea” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #207- The Wonder Years with Ricky D
August 17, 2015 21:11 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBThe transition between early and late summer programming continues, giving us a few premieres and finales to discuss this week on the podcast. The Televerse is also in transition: After a special announcement from Simon, we look at an entertaining week in comedy, including particularly strong installments of Rick and Morty and Review, among others, ... The post The Televerse #207- The Wonder Years with Ricky D appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #206- The L Word with Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya
August 11, 2015 06:25 - 2 hours - 119 MBIt’s a summer finale palooza, prompting another lengthy edition of the podcast. First we look at our week in comedy, including the pilots of Significant Mother, Mr. Robinson, and Difficult People, as well as the premiere of Playing House and the finale of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Next up are the genre and ... The post The Televerse #206- The L Word with Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #36: “And the Woman Clothed in Sun”
August 10, 2015 13:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBThis week, co-hosts Kate Kulzick and Sean Colletti are joined by father of Chucky and the Child's Play series, Don Mancini. Finally, we get answers to the lack-of-subject idiosyncratic writing of Hannibal that we've been talking about for years. The post This is Our Design #36: “And the Woman Clothed in Sun” appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #35: “And the Woman Clothed with the Sun…”
August 07, 2015 03:28 - 1 hour - 67 MBTopics include a closer look at Francis Dolarhyde, consideration of two-character dialog and the use of flashbacks. The post This is Our Design #35: “And the Woman Clothed with the Sun…” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #205- Karen Sisco with Deepayan Sengupta
August 04, 2015 05:09 - 1 hour - 100 MBThe summer series are quickly coming to an end, making for an eventful week in TV and another longer podcast. First up, we look at the comedies including BoJack Horseman season 2, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, and the premiere of Review. Then we talk over the genre and drama offerings, including ... The post The Televerse #205- Karen Sisco with Deepayan Sengupta appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #34: “The Great Red Dragon”
July 30, 2015 01:18 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBLooking for a long podcast this week? Well, you're in luck. It turns out that when a show fast-forwards three years and introduces Richard Armitage as the Red Dragon, there are a few things to talk about. The post This is Our Design #34: “The Great Red Dragon” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #204- Mad Men with Ryan McGee
July 28, 2015 04:55 - 1 hour - 106 MBThere are still more summer series starting up, including one of our favorites from last year, giving us plenty to talk about this week on the podcast. We start with the comedies, including a preview of Review s2 and the Rick & Morty premiere. Next are the genre and drama offerings, including a preview of ... The post The Televerse #204- Mad Men with Ryan McGee appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #33: “Digestivo”
July 23, 2015 15:14 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBIt's a mid-season finale in "Digestivo," and the group breaks down the various important aspects of the episode and series of episodes, such as how the characters have changed and where are Will's dogs!? The post This is Our Design #33: “Digestivo” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #203- The Young Ones with Jon Clarke
July 20, 2015 22:28 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBThe programming dip that came with the start of summer is on its way out, with new series starting up and giving us plenty to discuss this week on the podcast. First we look at the comedies, including a preview of Rick & Morty and looks at the Dates pilot, Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll pilot, Married premiere, and ... The post The Televerse #203- The Young Ones with Jon Clarke appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #32: “Dolce”
July 14, 2015 22:48 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBThis week, we bring you a special in-person edition of the podcast, thanks to the universe bringing all the nerds together in San Diego for Comic-Con. The post This is Our Design #32: “Dolce” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #202- SDCC 2015 TV Wrapup with Whitney McIntosh
July 14, 2015 04:26 - 1 hour - 110 MBSan Diego Comic Con has come and gone, but never fear: SoS’s own Whitney McIntosh returns to the podcast to break down the highs and lows of SDCC 2015 with Kate. First, however, we talk the week’s comedies, including a preview of Married season 2 and looks at the pilot of Why? with Hannibal Buress, ... The post The Televerse #202- SDCC 2015 TV Wrapup with Whitney McIntosh appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #31: “Contorno”
July 07, 2015 09:13 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBIt's an event-filled episode, including another iconic fight between Jack Crawford and Hannibal Lecter. Yet, there's plenty more to talk about... The post This is Our Design #31: “Contorno” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #201- Interview with Rectify cast, SDCC 2015 TV Preview
July 06, 2015 22:16 - 2 hours - 123 MBLast week’s respite is over, with a handful of previews and plenty of interesting TV making for another long podcast. First we look at the comedies, including catchups with Banana, Cucumber, and OitNB s3 and previews of Key & Peele s3 and Hollywood Game Night. Next up are the genre and drama offerings, including previews ... The post The Televerse #201- Interview with Rectify cast, SDCC 2015 TV Preview appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #200- The Sopranos with Sarah D. Bunting
June 29, 2015 22:07 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBThanks to a few underwhelming premieres last week, the podcast is once again a manageable size this week! After a brief rant from Kate about SYTYCD, we talk some comedy, including a long-overdue look at Banana, before diving in with a somewhat thin week of genre and drama, including Hannibal, Penny Dreadful, Halt & Catch ... The post The Televerse #200- The Sopranos with Sarah D. Bunting appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #30: “Aperitivo”
June 29, 2015 13:18 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBHave a listen as the crew discusses change among the central characters, Bella's departure, our new Mason Verger and much more. The post This is Our Design #30: “Aperitivo” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #199- Babylon 5 with Rowan Kaiser
June 23, 2015 06:04 - 2 hours - 124 MBWell, sub-2hr shows were nice while they lasted. There’s lots of TV this week, meaning it’s another marathon session for the podcast. First we look at the comedies, including a preview of Another Period, the pilots of Ballers and The Brink, and a look at Catastrophe s1. Next up are the dramas, including the premiere ... The post The Televerse #199- Babylon 5 with Rowan Kaiser appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #29: “Secondo”
June 19, 2015 03:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBVincenzo Natali (Cube, Splice) makes a return appearance to talk about "Secondo" and the opening to this season of Hannibal that he has helped create. The post This is Our Design #29: “Secondo” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #40: “Mother’s Mercy’
June 17, 2015 02:06 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBEveryone in Westeros seemed bound and determined to kill or be killed in “Mother’s Mercy,” the season five final of Game of Thrones. Joining us this week to discuss the episode is the TV editor of the A.V. Club, Mr. Erik Adams. We’ll let you know who we think actually died, and what are our ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #40: “Mother’s Mercy’ appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #198- Interview with Brian Reitzell
June 15, 2015 21:45 - 2 hours - 114 MBIt’s another light week of TV on the podcast, but a batch of spring finales give us plenty to discuss. First we look at the week’s comedies, including the release of Orange is the New Black s3 and the finales of Silicon Valley and Veep. Next up are the genre offerings, including finales of iZombie ... The post The Televerse #198- Interview with Brian Reitzell appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #28: “Primavera”
June 12, 2015 03:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBHave a listen as the crew says goodbye to old characters and hello to new characters, along with discussing flashbacks, loneliness and forgiveness. Stick around for "Kate's Classical Corner" and "The Devil in the Details," where nothing escapes scrutiny. The post This is Our Design #28: “Primavera” appeared first on PopOptiq.