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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This is Our Design #12: “Tome-wan”
May 19, 2014 01:21 - 1 hour - 79 MBThis week, we're actually giving you the equivalent of two episodes just in case next week's podcast gets pulled for being too graphic for network podcasting. We can't make any promises. The post This is Our Design #12: “Tome-wan” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #26: “The Laws of Gods and Men”
May 15, 2014 05:36 - 58 minutes - 54 MBThis week, Sound On Sight Games Editor, Mike Worby, joins us to discuss the sixth episode of the fourth season of Game of Thrones titled “The Laws of Gods and Men.” Over the past few weeks we’ve talked a lot about the supernatural and mystical elements of the show, but this week centred around the ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #26: “The Laws of Gods and Men” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #141- Party Down with Vikram Murthi
May 13, 2014 06:41 - 1 hour - 103 MBThere were a handful of premieres and finales this week, which while nothing compared to the deluge that will come next week, nonetheless give us plenty to discuss on the podcast. We kick things off with somewhat morosely, with Kate predicting doom for herself in the Televerse Amazing Race pool, then break down the comedies, ... The post The Televerse #141- Party Down with Vikram Murthi appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #11: “Ko No Mono”
May 13, 2014 03:17 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBTopics include Viewer Response Theory and the Death of the Showrunner, how sympathy functions in relation to antagonists in Hannibal and ideas of time reversal coupled with parenthood. So, nothing very in-depth or anything like that. The post This is Our Design #11: “Ko No Mono” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #25: “First of His Name”
May 06, 2014 06:38 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBThis week on our Game of Thrones podcast, we sit down and discuss the fifth episode of Season 4, “First of His Name”. We are now midway through the season and there’s a lot to talk about, so here to join us in the discussion is guest Randy Dankievitch from ProcessedMedia. Playlist: Sunset Rubdown – ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #25: “First of His Name” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #140- Informed Opinions: Science and Research on TV
May 06, 2014 01:57 - 2 hours - 113 MBIt’s yet another full week in television, with two big premieres and finales giving us plenty to discuss on the podcast. First we look at the comedies, including the finale of Review and the premiere of Louie. Then we talk a little Amazing Race, before getting into the genre series, including Supernatural’s back-door pilot and ... The post The Televerse #140- Informed Opinions: Science and Research on TV appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #10: “Naka-Choko”
May 05, 2014 16:29 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBThis week, David Bax of Battleship Pretension drops by to talk all kinds of "Naka-Choko." Topics of the discussion include point of view, understanding, sympathy, empathy, Michael Pitt as Mason Verger and uneventful sex scenes. The post This is Our Design #10: “Naka-Choko” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #24: “Oathkeeper”
April 29, 2014 07:59 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBThis week we invite Whitney McIntosh from MyTVSangToMe.com to review episode 4 of season 4 of Game of Thrones titled “Oathkeeper,” written by Bryan Cogman and directed by Michelle MacLaren. Give us a rating on Itunes! It would be greatly appreciated and it helps us reach a wider audience. Listen on iTunes Follow Ricky on ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #24: “Oathkeeper” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #139- M*A*S*H with Dan Toland
April 29, 2014 05:46 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe welcome new cohost Sean Colletti to the podcast this week, and fortunately there was plenty of interesting TV for him to discuss. First we take a look at the comedies, including a preview of Louie, the pilots of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Bad Teacher, and the Parks and Rec finale. Then ... The post The Televerse #139- M*A*S*H with Dan Toland appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #9: “Shiizakana”
April 29, 2014 03:47 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBCo-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick are joined this week by Eric Goldman of IGN to talk some "Shiizakana." Topics of the conversation include concepts of love and animalism in Hannibal. The crew also challenges some more of the believability and subtlety concerns the series may or may not have The post This is Our Design #9: “Shiizakana” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #23: “Breaker of Chains”
April 22, 2014 15:45 - 1 hour - 70 MBThis week we sit down to discuss “Breaker of Chains,” written by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss and directed by Alex Graves. The episode does a superb job of acknowledging the big picture, while focusing specifically on moving secondary characters forward emotionally. It also just so happens to feature the most controversial scene in ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #23: “Breaker of Chains” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #138- Steve Prokopy’s Horror Picks 4
April 22, 2014 05:07 - 2 hours - 135 MBIt’s Simon’s last week on the podcast, for the immediate future, and TV did not disappoint this week, giving us plenty of fantastic comedy and drama to discuss in this extra-long episode. First we take a look at the comedies, including the Community finale, the Adventure Time premiere, the Archer Vice finale, and excellent episodes ... The post The Televerse #138- Steve Prokopy’s Horror Picks 4- Riget appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #8: “Su-zakana”
April 21, 2014 19:50 - 52 minutes - 48 MBCo-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick return to talk some "Su-zakana" with Libby Hill, co-host of TV on the Internet. For anyone who was worried about the return of the thousand airplanes that fly over Sean's house, rest easy. The post This is Our Design #8: “Su-zakana” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #22: “The Lion and the Rose”
April 15, 2014 19:09 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBThis week we sit down to discuss “The Lion and the Rose,” a game changing episode that sees the death of a major player. Written by George R.R. Martin and directed by Alex Graves,“The Lion and the Rose” leaves us with plenty to debate, and joining us to dive deep into Martin’s universe is Sound ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #22: “The Lion and the Rose” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #137- Queer as Folk (UK) with Ricky D
April 14, 2014 21:11 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBThe dramas came to play this week, giving us lots to discuss on the podcast. First we look at the comedies, including the finale of Rick and Morty, then we talk some reality and genre, including another wedding-tastic episode of Game of Thrones, and we round things out with the dramas, including the finale of ... The post The Televerse #137- Queer as Folk (UK) with Ricky D appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #7: “Yakimono”
April 14, 2014 05:38 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week, topics include concepts of love in Hannibal, how to get the best use of a stationary character and some more discussion of why Dr. Chilton is a strong candidate for this season's MVP. The post This is Our Design #7: “Yakimono” appeared first on PopOptiq.
Game of Thrones Podcast #21: “Two Swords”
April 08, 2014 18:28 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB“Two Swords” opens the season with a moment of great victory for the banner of the lion, and with the weddings of Joffrey and Cersei on the horizon, the Lannister’s power continues to grow. Joining us this week to discuss the season four premiere is special guest Ryan McGee, from the AV Club, Boobtubedude.com, and Talking TV with Ryan ... The post Game of Thrones Podcast #21: “Two Swords” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #136- FLCL with Noel Kirkpatrick
April 07, 2014 19:30 - 1 hour - 101 MBTelevision was a bit more manageable this week, giving us a little breathing room on the podcast. First we talk comedy, including the premieres of Inside Amy Schumer, Silicon Valley, and Veep, then we catch up with some genre, including the Game of Thrones premiere, and we round out our week in TV with the ... The post The Televerse #136- FLCL with Noel Kirkpatrick appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #6: “Futamono”
April 06, 2014 20:17 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBCo-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick will help guide you through "Futamono," relying mostly on the help of Dennis Perkins from The A.V. Club. Topics this week include issues of believability, ideas of impermanence, contributions from some of the supporting characters in this series and Hannibal and Alana sitting in a Tree...Man. The post This is Our Design #6: “Futamono” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 53: “A”
April 01, 2014 14:57 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBFor the second half of The Walking Dead Season 4, the survivors have been following the train tracks and on their way to the sanctuary at Terminus…. And now they’ve arrived. Will Terminus turn out to be another Woodbury? Is Mary eating Beth? Has Rick gone completely insane? Should AMC have allowed Rick Grimes to ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 53: “A” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #135- The Twilight Zone with Scott Meslow
April 01, 2014 01:29 - 1 hour - 104 MBWith comedy finales galore and plenty of semi-cathartic drama, it was a full week in TV, giving us a lot to dive into on the podcast. First we take a look at the comedies, including the pilot of Friends with Better Lives, then we break down the comedy finales, including Chozen, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Broad City, ... The post The Televerse #135- The Twilight Zone with Scott Meslow appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #5: “Mukozuke”
March 30, 2014 23:23 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBThese might not be the droids you're looking for, but this...is This is Our Design, Sound On Sight's intergalactically-acclaimed Hannibal podcast. The post This is Our Design #5: “Mukozuke” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 52: “Us”
March 25, 2014 17:24 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBAlmost every surviving character makes an appearance this week on The Walking Dead, and a good number of them finally arrive at the Terminus where the group is able to walk through the front gates which are left undefended, past a beautiful flower garden, and right up to a woman named Mary cooking a stew. ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 52: “Us” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #134- Girls Season 3 with Ricky D
March 25, 2014 05:13 - 2 hours - 118 MBIt was an eventful week of television, to say the very least, giving us plenty to discuss on what is one of our longest podcasts to date. First we take a look at the comedies, including previews of Surviving Jack, Inside Amy Schumer season 2, and the midseason premiere of The Mindy Project. Then we ... The post The Televerse #134- Girls Season 3 with Ricky D appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #4: “Takiawase”
March 24, 2014 21:36 - 52 minutes - 48 MBIt's that time again. This is Our Design, Sound On Sight's Hannibal podcast, is back for another round. Co-hosts Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick are joined by Aaron Pinkston of Battleship Pretension to talk about "Takiawase" and all of the bees in the episode. The post This is Our Design #4: “Takiawase” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 51: “The Grove”
March 18, 2014 15:01 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB“The Grove,” focuses on Carol, Tyreese and the girls, making their way up the tracks to Terminus. They stop to take shelter at a safe house, and while contemplating giving up their quest, Lizzie gives full vent to her insanity. Sound On Sight contributor, Chike Coleman joins Kate and Ricky to discuss “The Grove.” Warning: This podcast ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 51: “The Grove” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #133- Family Tree with Sean Colletti
March 18, 2014 03:26 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBSeveral of our favorite TV shows came to play this week, giving us plenty to discuss on the podcast. We kick things off with The Amazing Race: All Stars before diving into the comedies, then move on to talk some genre, including the pilot of From Dusk Till Dawn: the Series and a preview of ... The post The Televerse #133- Family Tree with Sean Colletti appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #3: “Hassun”
March 17, 2014 02:37 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBWelcome back to another exciting edition of This is Our Design, in which Sean Colletti and Kate Kulzick break down the most recent episodes of Hannibal. This week, special guest Noel Kirkpatrick of tv.com joins the podcast to talk about "Hassun," the third episode of the second season. The post This is Our Design #3: “Hassun” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #132- Felicity with Sarah D. Bunting
March 11, 2014 04:33 - 1 hour - 108 MBIt’s another full week of TV, giving us plenty to discuss on the podcast. First we take a look at some reality, including the Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey pilot, then we focus on animation as we discuss the comedies, along with the Review pilot, Girls, and the Looking finale. Next up are the genre series, ... The post The Televerse #132- Felicity with Sarah D. Bunting appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 50: “Alone”
March 11, 2014 02:33 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBThe Walking Dead season 4 brings to life its 13th episode, “Alone,” as Sasha questions Bob and Maggie’s decision to move forward towards the sanctuary, while Daryl and Beth find shelter in a funeral home. Special guest Alex Brown of Tor.com joins us to discuss Beth’s piano playing skills, Bob’s character arc, and yes, the ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 50: “Alone” appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #2: “Sakizuki”
March 10, 2014 00:43 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBSean Colletti and Kate Kulzick are back again to talk more Hannibal season two in this latest installment of This is Our Design. This week, special guest Les Chappell from The A.V. Club joins the discussion, which spans everything from the gruesome opening of “Sakizuki” to the final image of Dr. Lecter smirking in an empty room. ... The post This is Our Design #2: “Sakizuki” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 49: “Still”
March 04, 2014 19:26 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBThe 12th episode of The Walking Dead season 4 titled “Still,” spends all of its running time with Beth and Darryl. The two bond over all they’ve lost before and after the apocalypse, while Beth and Daryl try to find a new save haven, and some booze to drown away their sorrow. Sean Colletti joins Kate and Rick ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 49: “Still” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #131- Parade’s End with Kate Rennebohm
March 03, 2014 05:29 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe Olympics are over and TV is back with a bang, giving us way too much to discuss this week on the podcast. First we talk comedy, including a preview of Saint George, then we take a look at some reality, with a preview of Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey and a little Amazing Race talk. ... The post The Televerse #131- Parade’s End with Kate Rennebohm/The Americans appeared first on PopOptiq.
This is Our Design #1: “Kaiseki”
March 03, 2014 01:38 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBAfter the prospect of this podcast being very much in flux for a while, Sound On Sight is pleased to present the first installment of This is Our Design, a Hannibal-centric podcast that will cover each episode of the show on a week-to-week basis. The post This is Our Design #1: “Kaiseki” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 48: “Claimed”
February 25, 2014 06:35 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBThis week, AMC’s The Walking Dead introduces a few new faces; some seem well-intentioned while others are a clear danger. In general, the first few entries in the second half of Season 4 have felt more like set-up. Guest Deepayan Sengupta joins Kate and Rick to discuss these new characters and speculate on where the ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 48: “Claimed” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #130- Informed Opinions: Doctors and Medicine on TV
February 25, 2014 02:30 - 1 hour - 108 MBThe Olympics have given us one more light week of television, but with a handful of premieres to preview, there’s still plenty to discuss on the podcast. First we take a look at some of the coming week’s pilots and premieres (Mixology, Legit, The Americans, and The Red Road), then we talk through a lighter ... The post The Televerse #130- Informed Opinions: Doctors and Medicine on TV appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 47: “Inmates”
February 18, 2014 19:28 - 1 hour - 56 MBAfter weeks of arguing and speculating about the fate of baby Judith, fans of The Walking Dead can now put their energy to better use. This week on the podcast, we invite Sound On Sight contributor, Randy Dankievitch (also from Processed Media and TVOvermind), to discuss episode 10 of season four titled “Inmates”. By structuring the episode as ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 47: “Inmates” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #129- The West Wing with Caroline Siede
February 18, 2014 04:23 - 2 hours - 117 MBThe Olympics may still be going strong, but though there were fewer shows, the ones that aired brought it this week, giving us plenty to discuss on the podcast. First we take a look at a few shows premiering in the next week (About a Boy, Growing Up Fisher, Mind Games), then we talk over ... The post The Televerse #129- The West Wing with Caroline Siede appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 47: “After”
February 11, 2014 05:46 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBAfter the devastating events at the end of the mid-season finale, which saw the conflict between Rick’s group and the The Governor’s men end in a bloody conclusion, “After” attempts to deal with the fallout from that attack by focusing only on three of the many characters scattered to the wind. This week Kate and ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 47: “After” appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #128- The Golden Girls with Greg Ashman
February 10, 2014 19:05 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBWith the Olympics in full gear, it’s another light batch of television this week on the podcast. First we take a look at the newly released batch of pilots from Amazon, then we talk over the week’s comedies, and we round up our discussion with the Top Chef New Orleans finale and the dramas, Justified ... The post The Televerse #128- The Golden Girls with Greg Ashman appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #127- The X-Files with Emily VanDerWerff
February 03, 2014 20:07 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBBetween the State of the Union address and the Super Bowl, a lot of television took the night off, making things a bit more manageable this week on the podcast. First we look over a handful of comedies, including the underseen Broad City and Looking, and then we tackle the hour-longs, including the finales of ... The post The Televerse #127- The X-Files with Emily VanDerWerff appeared first on PopOptiq. Edited on 6/3/19 to correctly reflect Emily VanDerWerff's name. Unfortunately, ...
The Televerse #126- Taxi with Les Chappell
January 28, 2014 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBThe January television premieres have finally settled down, leaving us with a manageable docket for the podcast this week. We start with the comedies, including the pilot for Comedy Central’s Broad City, then talk a little reality along with the genre fare, and finish up our week in television with the dramas. Afterward, we welcome ... The post The Televerse #126- Taxi with Les Chappell appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #125- Treme Season 4 with Dave Walker
January 20, 2014 19:14 - 1 hour - 104 MBThere are still more television premieres to discuss on the podcast, with the midseason debuts continuing this week. First we take a look at the comedies, including the pilot of Looking, then the genre offerings, including the pilot of Black Sails and finale of Sleepy Hollow, and we finish up with the dramas, including the ... The post The Televerse #125- Treme Season 4 with Dave Walker appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #124- Men of a Certain Age with Mike Royce
January 13, 2014 15:32 - 1 hour - 110 MBIt’s only the second full week in 2014, and there’s already a slew of new TV to discuss on the podcast. First we take a look at the comedy pilots and premieres, including Spoils of Babylon, Enlisted, Archer, Chozen, and Girls. Then we talk over the week’s genre offerings, including the pilot of Helix, before ... The post The Televerse #124- Men of a Certain Age with Mike Royce appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #123- 2014 Midseason Preview
January 07, 2014 00:25 - 1 hour - 90 MBIt’s barely 2014 and new TV has already started, giving us plenty to discuss this week on the podcast. First we go through a mega dose of listener feedback, covering the past three weeks, and then we dive in to the television. We kick off Our Week in TV with a few episodes that aired ... The post The Televerse #123- 2014 Midseason Preview appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #122- Best of 2013 Smorgasborgy
December 30, 2013 16:18 - 2 hours - 163 MB2013 was a great year for TV and with it coming to an end, we decided a Top 10 wasn’t enough. This week on the podcast, we take a look at all the other Bests in the television of 2013- best performances, best cinematography, best scores, and many more, plus a handful of less common ... The post The Televerse #122- Best of 2013 Blowout appeared first on PopOptiq.
The Televerse #121- Best TV Shows of 2013
December 23, 2013 08:31 - 1 hour - 101 MBIt’s finally time. With Christmas Eve upon us, December is coming to a close and that means it’s time to find out Simon and Kate’s picks for the best TV of the year. 2013 has been an eventful year for television, with scores of interesting shows throughout the year. Only ten made the final cut for the podcast, though. Which shows made the list, which just missed out, and which weren’t even in contention? Tune in to find out. The post The Televerse #121- Best TV Shows of 2013 appeared...
The Televerse #120- Informed Opinions: Physical Disabilities on Television
December 17, 2013 07:02 - 1 hour - 91.2 MBSeveral shows may be on hiatus, but there’s still plenty of TV to fill the podcast this week. We kick things off with the comedies, including the Psych musical, before moving on to the week’s genre offerings and finishing up with the dramas, including the finales of Homeland and Masters of Sex. Then we welcome back SoS’s Amanda Williams to discuss portrayals of physical disabilities on television in our latest Informed Opinions segment. The post The Televerse #120- Informed Opinions:...
The Televerse #119- The Office (UK) with Scott Meslow
December 10, 2013 06:38 - 1 hour - 108 MBWith the holidays fast approaching, several TV shows are finishing up the fall portion of their seasons, giving us plenty to discuss this week on the podcast. First we look at the comedies, then some reality, including the much ballyhooed The Sound of Music Live and the finale of The Amazing Race. Next it’s over to drama, including a look at the pilot for Mob City, and then we finish up the week’s TV with genre, including Simon’s catch up with Banshee season one and the midseason fin...
The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 46: “Too Far Gone”
December 03, 2013 02:28 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThe Walking Dead season 4 brings heavy action with its midseason finale “Too Far Gone”. The Governor and his troops make their assault on the prison, and the face off between them and Rick’s group is a reckoning. This week, special guest Sean McKenna of TV Fanatic joins Rick and Kate to discuss Baby ... The post The Walking Dead Podcast Episode 46: “Too Far Gone” appeared first on PopOptiq.