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The West Wing Weekly

The West Wing Weekly

By: Joshua Malina & Hrishikesh Hirway
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An episode-by-episode discussion of The West Wing, one of television’s most beloved shows, co-hosted by one of its stars, Joshua Malina, along with Hrishikesh Hirway of Song Exploder.

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  • The Diplomat 1.04: He Bought a Hat

    The Diplomat 1.04: He Bought a Hat
    Oct 22 2026

    You’ve said you’d listen to us talk about anything, and today we test this thesis. We touch on pigs, contractions, James Bond, and offscreen butts. And we still find time to discuss Russian mercenaries, a sudden death, and onscreen butt.

    For more info and to discuss the episode, visit thewestwingweekly.com/thediplomat-104.

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    47 mins
  • The Diplomat 1.03: Lambs in the Dark (with Andrew Bernstein)

    The Diplomat 1.03: Lambs in the Dark (with Andrew Bernstein)
    Oct 15 2026

    We’re joined by director Andrew Bernstein to discuss his work on this episode (as well as his work on The West Wing)—and that fight scene between Kate and Hal!

    For more info and to discuss the episode, visit thewestwingweekly.com/thediplomat-103.

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    53 mins
  • The Diplomat 1.02: Don't Call It a Kidnapping

    The Diplomat 1.02: Don't Call It a Kidnapping
    Oct 8 2026

    We’re digging into the dynamics of Kate & Hal, Eidra & Stuart, the breathless pace of the show, and its “no good guys” worldview. Josh has an important PSA about drugs.

    For more info and to discuss the episode, visit thewestwingweekly.com/thediplomat-102.

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    46 mins
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If you're a fan of the west wing this is essential listening. Funny, insightful, cerebral and still relevant.

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