Historical Drama

For All Mankind – S05E05 – Svoboda

Dev is evil, no doubt about it anymore. With his plans to clear out Mars, what’s going to happen to all the regular people living there? As For All Mankind continues to mirror real-life and real-time issues we face today, what can we learn from this fictional past?

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For All Mankind – S05E04 – Open Source

With the passing of Ed Baldwin, the next generation is stepping up. But when the next generation is “bad Danny’s” kid, Jim and A.Ron are hesitant to root for the young blood. Hidden data, lies on the polygraph, and impending riots are going to explode into turmoil in For All Mankind.

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For All Mankind – S05E03 – Home

Jim and A.Ron say a tearful goodbye to one of their favorite characters. As this season of For All Mankind continues, your hosts wonder what the show’s thesis statement will be. With tensions rising and peace teetering on the edge, would the showrunners give us a glimpse at utopia only to take it away to say something else?

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For All Mankind – S05E02 – The Hard Six

Long odds and tough decisions await the fearless characters of For All Mankind. As the season gears up, Jim and A.Ron feel like they see the inevitable conclusion already, but what will it take to get there? Join in to witness the broiling tensions between the nations in space in this episode of For All Mankind on Apple TV+.

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For All Mankind – S05E01 – First Light

Stop Gordo-ing yourself! For All Mankind returns for Season 5, and Jim and A.Ron are here to break down Episode 1 — where new players and old tensions collide.

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For All Mankind – S05 Preview

Welcome back, Bob. Jim and A.Ron revisit where For All Mankind left us at the end of Season 4 and look ahead to what Season 5 might have in store. From old Ed to a new generation of characters, the guys break down why this next chapter has them feeling slightly more optimistic than the last.

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Shogun – S01E04 – The Eightfold Fence

Jim and A.Ron are here to entertain and analyze the latest episode of Shogun. Is Toranaga about to be undermined by his own family? Speaking of family, Mariko’s family mystery probably means she has power behind her. Blackthorne is enough of a polyglot to piss people off. Do you know the origin of the term “loose cannon”?

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Shogun – S01E01 – Anjin

The pilot, or Anjin, is a rapid introduction in the world of Shogun. A.Ron and Jim are excited to dive into seventeenth century Japan’s history and culture. This show presents a fully realized world that is both intense and beautiful. And it is surprisingly funny!

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For All Mankind – Season 4 Wrap Up

AppleTV+’s For All Mankind Season 4 has reentered the atmosphere. As this season splashes down, Jim and A.Ron are here to discuss their thoughts and listener feedback. Hear about how actress Krys Marshall wanted this season to end for her character Dani. And finally, Jim and A.Ron have some hopes and predictions for the Season 5 we hope we get!

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For All Mankind – S04E10 – Perestroika

Jim is back! He and A.Ron are covering the season finale of AppleTV+’s For All Mankind. The principal characters are catching up to the audience, not always the most exciting thing. It’s a strong show, and even though this season may not have had the thrill of previous seasons, there’s still plenty to enjoy. Bye, Bob!

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