Elijah and Colin are back and this time they dive into the pilot of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.Tune in for an in-depth analysis of why this pilot became a game-changer in TV history.

03:21 Stranger Things: Our Personal Connection

11:16 The Original Pitch: Montauk

32:40 Introducing the Kids: Chemistry and Comic Relief

37:36 Hopper's Introduction: A Flawed Cop

44:03 Structural Issues: A, B, and C Stories

49:04 Nancy and Steve: A Side Story

53:15 Hopper's Arc: From Flawed Cop to Reluctant Hero

01:08:31 Stranger Things and Cultural Commentary

01:20:21 Game-Changing Pilot Analysis

01:23:56 Current Watchlist and Recommendations

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In this episode of the Episode One Show, Colin and Elijah dive into the pilot of 'Pluribus,' a sci-fi series directed by Vince Gilligan. They discuss the show's unique concept of an extraterrestrial virus forming a hive mind out of humanity, leaving only 12 unaffected individuals. The conversation covers in-depth analysis of the pilot's structure, thematic elements, character development, and potential story arcs. The hosts also debate the implications of the protagonist's race, the show's place within the genre, and how it manages to grip the audience. They end with their typical segments, including the Indiana Jones Award, Steph Curry-Aja Wilson First Ballot Hall of Fame Award, COE (Character's Outstanding Episode) Award, and others, providing their insights while discussing the show's promising future.

00:00 Welcome Back to the Episode One Show

00:17 Discussing Favorite Podcasts and TV Shows

01:43 Introducing the Show 'Pluribus'

01:50 Pronunciation Fun and Family Reactions

02:40 The Unique Appeal of 'Pluribus'

07:14 Vince Gilligan's Influence and Background

08:13 Analyzing the Show's Logline and Themes

11:20 Comparing 'Pluribus' to Other Sci-Fi and Zombie Genres

15:47 Character Dynamics and Relationships

20:00 Elevator Pitch and Logline Discussion

23:50 Exploring Tropes and Genre Subversion

33:47 Break and Recap

36:41 A, B, C Stories and Episode Structure

38:10 Analyzing the Dual Story Structure

39:23 Midpoint and Structural Analysis

42:11 Understanding the Story Engine

45:34 Character Dynamics and Representation

46:51 Cliffhangers and Tension Building

51:11 Segments and Awards Discussion

01:01:26 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

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