Episodes

The Bob Newhart Show was different than the sitcoms that came before. A workplace comedy, common these days, but not so much in the 1970s. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love,...

Journey Joe Mitchell explores the illustrious television career of comedy legend Bob Newhart, who recently passed away at 94. This comprehensive look at Newhart's impact on sitcom history covers his groundbreaking work on "The Bob Newhart Show" and...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives into The Bear Season 3, Episode 3, "Doors." This intense installment follows the restaurant's first month of service, showcasing the high-pressure environment of a fine dining kitchen. Joe analyzes the mounting tensions...

In this recap of The Bear Season 3, Episode 4, "Violet," Journey Joe Mitchell explores the show's shift to a more character-focused narrative. Joe analyzes key moments, including Carmy's reflective memories with Claire, Marcus's artistic inspiration,...

Journey Joe Mitchell reluctantly dives into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 5, in this brutally honest recap. Joe expresses his growing frustration with the show's sluggish pacing and lack of action, questioning whether the series has lost its...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives into The Boys Season 4, Episode 7, "The Insider," with growing concern about the season's direction. In this candid and critical recap, Joe explores how the show's reliance on shock value may be overshadowing its...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into The Acolyte Season 1, Episode 7, "Choice." In this pivotal installment, Joe breaks down the long-awaited Brendok flashback, exploring the complex motivations of Sol, Indara, and the witches. He analyzes the...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into The Acolyte Season 1, Episode 6, "Teach / Corrupt." In this slower-paced but tension-filled installment, Joe breaks down the intriguing dynamic between Osha and Qimir on Not-Ahch-To, exploring the seductive pull of...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into The Boys Season 4, Episode 6, "Dirty Business." From the shocking revelations in the Tek Cave to Homelander's political machinations, we break down all the twisted turns and dark humor that make this episode a...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 4, "The Red Dragon and the Gold." From the jaw-dropping three-way dragon battle to DAYMON's creepy visions at Harrenhal, we break down all the fiery action and political...

In this special Fourth of July edition, Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into the shark-infested waters of Steven Spielberg's 1975 classic, Jaws. From its stellar cast to its groundbreaking special effects, Joe breaks down all the elements that make...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives into the simmering tensions of The Bear's Season 3, Episode 2, "Next." From Carmy's intense list of non-negotiables to the staff's varied reactions, we break down all the ingredients that make this episode a pressure cooker...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into the introspective season 3 premiere of The Bear, "Tomorrow." From Carmy's reflective journey through his culinary past to the subtle character developments of Sydney and Marcus, we break down all the ingredients...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives deep into The Boys Season 4, Episode 5, "Beware the Jabberwock, My Son." From superpowered farm animals running amok to Hugh Campbell Sr.'s tragic transformation into a Supe, we break down all the chaos and heartbreak. Joe...

Joe dives deep into the action-packed fifth episode of The Acolyte, "Night." From the shocking reveal of Qimir as the mysterious Sith master to the epic lightsaber battles that dominate the episode, we break down all the thrills and spills in the...

Joe dives deep into the isolation and political intrigue of House of the Dragon's latest episode. From Daymon's eerie conquest of Harrenhal to Rhaenyra's heartbreaking decision to send her children away, we explore how the Targaryen civil war is...

Journey Joe dives deep into the fractured relationships and rising tensions of House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 2, "Rhaenyra the Cruel." From Aegon's throne room tantrums to Rhaenyra and Daemon's explosive confrontation, we explore how the...

Journey Joe dives deep into the basement of depravity with this week's review of The Boys Season 4, Episode 4, "Wisdom of the Ages." Strap in for a wild ride as we unpack Homelander's twisted trip down memory lane, complete with wastepaper basketball...

Journey Joe dives deep into the basement of depravity with this week's review of The Boys Season 4, Episode 4, "Wisdom of the Ages." Strap in for a wild ride as we unpack Homelander's twisted trip down memory lane, complete with wastepaper basketball...

In this episode of "TV In The Basement," Journey Joe ventures into the shadowy world of The Acolyte, the new Star Wars series set during the High Republic era. He breaks down Episode 4, "Day," which finds Jedi and Dark Side forces converging on the...

In this episode of "TV In The Basement," Journey Joe dives deep into the shocking and impactful Season 2 premiere of HBO's House of the Dragon. Titled "A Son for a Son," the episode sees the rival Targaryen factions reeling from the fallout of King...

Journey Joe Mitchell dives into the first two episodes of The Acolyte, a new Star Wars series set in the High Republic era. We meet twin sisters Osha and Mae (both played by Amandla Stenberg), whose paths have diverged since a tragic event in their...

In this episode, Journey Joe tackles the third chapter of The Acolyte, which delves deeper into the dark secrets of the Jedi Order. A flashback episode reveals the shocking truth behind Mae and Osha's tragic past, recontextualizing everything we...

As political tensions reach a boiling point, Homelander unveils his newly stacked Seven at a chaotic Vought rally. Butcher wrestles with the morality of his plan to "deprogram" Ryan, while Hughie confronts his long-lost mother about her mysterious...