Trial by Pilot

Trial by Pilot

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Nobody has time to watch every new television show...which is why we judge them all based solely on their pilot episode! Tune in for our verdict.

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Trial by Pilot

Episodes

Season 1
Behind Her Eyes
We discuss the Netflix thriller Behind Her Eyes, based on - you guessed it - a book! Elizabeth delves into shows she's been watching, including a few she's given up on.
March 2, 2021
34 min
Capitani
Time to brush up on your Luxembourgish (yes, that's really a language) - we're watching the pilot to Capitani on Netflix!
February 23, 2021
28 min
Firefly Lane
We discuss the pilot to Firefly Lane, a new Netflix series based on the popular novel by Kristin Hannah. It stars Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke, and...um...we're going to go watch the fourth episode of WandaVision.
February 9, 2021
33 min
WandaVision
We discuss the pilot to WandaVision, a new Disney+ miniseries kicking off Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus at some point during this episode, unbeknownst to the rest of us, Elizabeth freezes time to get some laundry done.
February 2, 2021
27 min
Lupin
We discuss the pilot to Lupin, a Netflix original retelling the classic French story of the world-famous gentleman thief. Plus Bill buys too many limes and Elizabeth waxes poetic about her days in France drinking Orangina and vodka.
January 26, 2021
33 min
Mr. Mayor
We discuss the new NBC sitcom Mr. Mayor starring Ted Danson and a guy who either looks or sounds somewhat like Olaf. Elizabeth shops for a blazer and then we talk a little about some other recent sitcoms we've binged.
January 19, 2021
27 min
Bridgerton
Put the kettle on! We're finally talking about the pilot to Bridgerton on Netflix. Will we don brightly colored Regency era dress, or unsubscribe from Lady Whistledown's emails? Tune in to find out!
January 12, 2021
33 min
RECAP #8
R-R-R-RECAP! We take a look back at our last batch of shows, see what's been canceled or renewed, and complain endlessly about Teenage Bounty Hunters being canceled. Plus Elizabeth stops by the yogurt store in her new outfit inspired by The Capture.
January 5, 2021
49 min
The Stand
What better way to close out 2020 than with a show that wipes out 7 billion people in a worldwide pandemic? We discuss The Stand, the latest adaptation of the Stephen King novel on CBS All Access.
December 29, 2020
33 min
Holly Star
Two podcasters team up with a puppeteer hater and someone who once dated a lobsterman's son to find the treasure of a delightfully terrible Christmas movie...and just like in Holly Star, there is no actual treasure. It's our third annual holiday special!
December 22, 2020
67 min
Selena
We dive into the pilot to the new Netflix series Selena before confirming that Jennifer Lopez is, in fact, beautiful.
December 15, 2020
35 min
Industry
Two words: bathroom sex. That's right, we're talking about the pilot to HBO's Industry. This episode is most definitely NOT sponsored by Red Bull.
December 8, 2020
34 min
A Teacher
We discuss the pilot to A Teacher, a new Hulu drama starring Kate Mara and Nick Robinson. Bill and Elizabeth build a couch, discuss weekly release schedules, and the Netflix rom-com Dash & Lily.
December 1, 2020
31 min
Moonbase 8
This week we discuss the pilot to the new Showtime comedy Moonbase 8! We kick things off with some improv, Bill gets his car washed, and Elizabeth takes Paul Hollywood to the moon.
November 24, 2020
29 min
B Positive
We briefly kick our Netflix habit to check out the latest CBS offering, B Positive. Plus Bill pitches a new show and Elizabeth reviews Annaleigh Ashford's entire filmography.
November 17, 2020
30 min
Blood of Zeus
By the gods! We're reviewing the pilot to Blood of Zeus, another Netflix anime series. We also discuss the downfall of Quibi and various flavors of seltzer. Talk about epic!
November 10, 2020
25 min
The Queen's Gambit
This week we discuss the Netflix series The Queen's Gambit, based on the 1983 novel of the same name. We also talk Kurt Russell movies and climbing the ranks of Duolingo leagues. CHECK MATE.
November 3, 2020
36 min
The Haunting of Bly Manor
Happy Halloween! This week we discuss the creepy pilot to The Haunting of Bly Manor on Netflix. We also talk about scary movies, Halloween costumes, and Elizabeth desperately searches for hunter green wide leg dress pants.
October 27, 2020
41 min
Oktoberfest: Beer & Blood
Prost! We're reviewing the pilot to Oktoberfest: Beer & Blood on Netflix. We also discuss the final season of Schitt's Creek and speak a little German.
October 20, 2020
35 min
Dragon's Dogma
This week we review the pilot to Dragon's Dogma, an animated Netflix series based on the video games. Bill gushes about Castlevania and Avatar, Elizabeth animates some breasts, and we introduce some truly jaw-dropping special effects.
October 13, 2020
24 min