Two Pauls, One Show

Winter is coming...to LA?!?! And who better to talk about it than two Syracuse natives! The Pauls watch the first episode of FX's Snowfall, per a fan's request. First, Paul explains to Paul why, like it or not, he has to watch the new season of American Horror Story. Then Paul announces he FINALLY watched the second episode of American Gods; he gives his 60 second review. Finally, they get down to Snowfall, as Paul explains where FX is in the current TV network totem pole. After they watch the episode, Paul explains the history of American efforts to fund the Nicaraguan Contras and its possible tie-in to cocaine in LA. Then Paul tries to get through an analysis of the episode's color scheme without losing his train of thought. Will he succeed? Come for the fresh new theme song...stay until the end for the detailed discussion of the two Pauls' (separate) adventures in Pasadena. And don't worry, when it is time to review the episode, Other Paul will explain EXACTLY what he is doing with his hands! Coming up, we

The Pauls watch a show neither of them has seen before: American Horror Story. Taking advantage of the show's anthology format, they jump to season two's premiere after discussing the style of showrunner and co-creator, Ryan Murphy. Paul turns the table on the Doc, giving HIM a pre-show quiz! After watching, they return to discuss their thoughts on the show before spinning things into a wider discussion of horror as a genre. What is fear, and what are the different ways scary movies and TV shows generate physical and emotional responses in their audience? If you want to know the answer to that question, listen to the podcast! Next episode: By request, FX's new series, Snowfall

The Pauls sort through not one show, but TWO shows AND a new ALBUM! First, it's a chat about LCD Soundsystem's record, American Dream. While neither Paul is a deep-dyed LCD fan, they humbly present their appraisal of the album, along with a few of their favorite tracks. Then Paul runs Paul through an intense round of Peaks or Pranks, touching on some of the highlights from Twin Peaks: The Return (15:00), which recently wrapped up its season. (Spoiler Alert: several scenes from the show are described, and a few early plot points are implied, but nothing major is spoiled.) Finally, the Pauls get to The Good Place, season 1 (23:30), which has recently become available on Netflix. (Spoiler Alert: the initial premise of the show is discussed, but all other plot points are withheld for your enjoyment!) COMING UP NEXT: American Horror Story

Paul shows Paul True Detectives: Season 1. First though, Paul, Ph.D. reviews the first seasons of Netflix's Glow and HBO's Big Little Lies. Then, before they watch the show, Paul runs Paul through a rousing round of the Pre-Show Quiz. After the episode, the Pauls discuss the brilliance of Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson before Paul Ph.D. geeks out over news about True Detectives: Season 3.

Paul shows Paul something he missed. Then the Pauls muse about the theme of season 7's penultimate episode. The two disagree over Benjen Stark's final deeds. NEXT FULL EPISODE: True Detective, S1, E1

What is the premise of HBO's Big Little Lies? Paul challenges Paul to a round of "Guess the Premise," kicking off a lively discussion of HBO's acclaimed 7 episode murder mystery. Paul explains the Auteur Theory, as it applies to television. Lots of background on David E. Kelley, and, after watching the episode, some questions about the directorial execution of his script. PLUS: the Pauls try out a new theme song! Coming up on 2P1S: True Detective, Season 1

Before and after a viewing of Dunkirk. Paul Ph.D. offers a historic overview of Dunkirk before the two head into the theater. Some slight spoiler alerts: the outcome of World War II is directly stated the outcome of Dunkirk, the actual military engagement, is also mentioned the events of the film are largely discussed in a way that avoids major spoilers ONE EXCEPTION: between minutes 26 and 27, the fate of a major character is implied, though never directly stated. Coming next episode, this time for sure...HBO's BIG LITTLE LIES

Toss your kayak on the roof of the car! It's time to head to the Lake of the Ozarks, which is a real place, as the Pauls discovered with a little help from Google Maps. Jason Bateman and Laura Linney star in this new drama on Netflix, which has reminded people of another acclaimed television show... But before they get to Ozark, Paul took his newborn son to see Atomic Blonde...and hilarity ensued. Also, SPOILER ALERT for those lagging behind in Game of Thrones and BOREDOM ALERT for those who couldn't care less about the show. The Pauls discuss GoT season 7, episode 3 from 11:00-15:30. Coming soon on the pod: Big Little Lies

Paul comments on the comments of Paul and special guest, Maarten Jacobs, as the latter two watch HBO's modern classic political satire, Veep. It's like a director's commentary on a movie, only if the director wasn't there for the initial filming of the movie, and instead of a movie, it's a podcast about Veep. And if the director is the only one who knows the name of the actor who plays Gary in Veep and Buster in Arrested Development. Next Episode: Netflix's Ozark (Ep 1) On deck: HBO's Big Little Lies (Ep 1)

Finally, the Pauls get around to watching Handmaid's Tale. In honor of the event, they invite a special guest live into the recording studio. But will the Pauls like the show? More importantly, will they watch the full season of Handmaid's Tale before or after they watch the first season of American Gods? Special thanks to this week's donor, Brad S., for sponsoring this episode!

Paul and Paul went to see Baby Driver. Then they recorded their thoughts. In the spirit of the film, they decided to record while driving home. Sadly, the podcast is of particularly POOR QUALITY. I (Paul) tried to salvage as much as I could. The world has lost some real gold, sadly, including Paul calling Jamie Foxx "Jamie Lewis." Feel free to skip this podcast if you find the distortion grating. The intro is clear enough, though. We recorded that...somewhere else. Coming up next: Handmaid's Tale

Break out your mittens, hats, and fleece-lined chainmail! Game of Thrones is back for its PENULTIMATE season. Paul and Paul watch the season premiere and discuss a preview piece by Allison Herman on The Ringer this week. The issue: is Game of Thrones the last television show that everyone watches at the same time? Two guys who DON'T always watch it live ponder the point. Stay tuned through the Thrones discussion, becuase Paul saw Spider-Man: Homecoming!

Paul shows Paul his favorite episode of IFC's Comedy Bang Bang!, "Gillian Jacobs Wears a Red Dress with Sailboats." Also, something HORRIBLE happens to the podcast! You won't believe it... PLUS, fireworks explode in the background throughout the recording. This is the greatest podcast episode in the history of humanity. Don't miss it! For more of Paul's thoughts on the CBB TV show, check out his piece on Modern Cultural Reject: http://modernculturalreject.com/comedy-bang-bang-aired-100-tv-episodes-care/

This one was for us. The Pauls choose their own adventure as they discuss Binge Mode, a popular Game of Thrones podcast, as well as "What is Dead May Never Die," a popular Game of Thrones episode.

In a special Father's Day episode, Paul introduces Paul to HBO's now-classic Six Feet Under. Will Paul embrace Michael C. Hall's other famous TV show?

The Pauls discuss a recent Netflix watch: The Place Beyond The Pines and Dexter. 

We're not the first ones to compare Asiz Ansari to Woody Allen, but we ARE the first Pauls to compare the film Woody released when he was 34 to the show Asiz put out when he was 34. Thanks to Mr. DE for requesting we talk about Master of None. If you have a show you want us to watch and discuss, or, as in this case, NOT watch and discuss, send it to me @northstarshow! Also on the episode: Paul gives his quick thoughts on OJ: Made in America, while Paul adds his take on Fargo, Season 1.

In Part II of Paul Arras's Skype conversation with NASDAF, we touched on, among other subjects, all of the following: Alien: Covenant Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Cars 3 NASDAF's YouTube stats More on video power hour aesthetics Wonder Woman The Mummy

In Part I of Paul Arras's Skype conversation with NASDAF, we touched on, among other subjects, all of the following: NASDAF's BIG announcement involving Matthew McConaughey Austin, TX stories True Detective The Leftovers The aesthetics of the video power hour Spider-Man: Homecoming Guardians of the Galaxy, Volume 2 Passengers Blade Runner: 2049 Arrival The Place Beyond the Pines

Bring your ladder to the tomato orchard, because the best frozen tomatoes are always at the top of the tree! Once you've paid for your bushel (in blood), relax and listen to the Pauls discuss another bloody Starz series. Is Spartacus more or less watchable than American Gods? Will Dr. Paul watch beyond episode one? And what's the actor's name who starred in Gladiator? Find out all these answers and more on today's pod!