Landman Season 1 Episode 6 doesn’t just drop us into the aftermath of Cooper’s brutal beating — it pulls us deeper into its characters’ messy, often contradictory lives. 

Let’s unpack it all.

Cooper Is The Fragile Core of Landman

Cooper’s recovery looms large over this episode. His injuries — a collapsed lung and head trauma — are brutal, but they’re just the surface of what he’s facing. 

The aftermath brings out the best and worst in those around him. For Tommy, it’s a stark reminder of how ill-suited Cooper is for this business. His despair isn’t just about the injuries; it’s about the kind of world he’s allowed his son to enter.

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But let’s not ignore Cooper’s role in his own predicament. 

His kindness — his need to help people like Ariana — is what makes him special. It’s also what makes him vulnerable. When Tommy says his son “just isn’t mean enough” to survive in the rough and tumble world of the oil business, it’s as much an admission of pride as it is fear. 

Cooper’s humanity shines in a world that often feels devoid of it, but it also paints a target on his back. The question isn’t just whether Cooper can survive this life — it’s whether he should.

What’s Behind Rebecca’s Frost?

Rebecca’s icy professionalism takes center stage when she confronts the widows, and it’s hard to miss how poorly she handles the situation. 

Her disdain for Ariana’s questions practically drips from her, but there’s a moment that raises eyebrows: when Nate calls her out for her claim that she’s “done this more times than she can count.” 

It’s a classic overplay, but does it reveal something deeper?

Rebecca’s demeanor is cold, sure, but it feels like armor. Does she envy the widows she faces — their love, their connection, the compassion they receive, even in tragedy? 

Something about her actions feels performative — as if she’s hiding something. Maybe it’s regret for what she’s sacrificed to climb the corporate ladder. Maybe it’s loneliness. 

Whatever it is, Rebecca’s veneer is cracking, and it makes you wonder how long she can keep up the act.

Ariana’s Strength in the Chaos

Ariana’s refusal to sign the bereavement check is one of the episode’s most powerful moments. 

Rebecca’s bulldozing tactics would have crushed many, but Ariana’s resilience shines through. The irony is hard to ignore — Cooper’s unavailability forces her to stand firm, but their connection gives her the strength to do so. 

Would she have held her ground if he’d been there to comfort her? Probably, but Rebecca’s persistence might have made it a much tougher fight.

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Her dynamic with Cooper is fascinating. 

They’re two people who’ve found each other in the wake of immense loss, and there’s a spark there, even if neither of them is ready to admit it. 

Tommy certainly sees it, and his warning to Cooper about taking things slow is less about control and more about wisdom. He knows Ariana is searching for a lifeline, and he doesn’t want his son to become that at the cost of his own well-being. 

Angela’s Rare Moment of Self-Awareness

Angela’s chaotic energy is on full display, but this episode gives us something rare: a moment of self-awareness. When she calls Tommy and admits she feels like a “whore,” it’s both a confession and a revelation. 

Angela recognizes that many of her romantic pursuits are transactional — built on what she can gain rather than what she can give. And maybe that’s why her love for Tommy feels so real to her. He has nothing to offer her, no wealth, no status, no strings. 

It’s not about what she can get but what she feels. That kind of clarity is rare for Angela, and it adds a poignant layer to her character.

Of course, Angela being Angela, this moment of vulnerability was fleeting. Her relief at keeping the Bentley during her legal face-off with Victor’s lawyers is almost comical, but it’s also telling. 

Angela clings to the things she can hold onto — cars, quips, bravado — because the things she really wants, like love and stability, always seem just out of reach.

Tommy and Monty Are Worlds Apart

Tommy’s visit to Monty’s mansion is a study in contrasts. 

Monty’s theory about green initiatives being a manipulation tactic by oil-producing nations is as cynical as it is plausible, and Tommy doesn’t necessarily disagree. He’s not here to debate its morality; he just wants to know what’s coming.

Monty’s life is a monument to detachment. His relationship with Cami (the criminally underutilized Demi Moore) feels more like an employer-employee dynamic than a marriage, and his approach to parenting is more about appearances than love. 

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For Tommy, it’s a glimpse into a world he could never inhabit — and wouldn’t want to. While Monty lives in luxury, Tommy clings to his rough-hewn optimism. His wisecracks about Angela suggest he’s bracing for another divorce, but deep down, he wants them to work. 

He’s an optimistic pessimist — a man who hopes for the best while preparing for the worst.

Monty’s life may be easier, but it’s colder, and Tommy’s not the kind of man to trade warmth for convenience, no matter how tempting it might seem.

Vigilante Justice, Landman Style

Tommy’s revenge for Cooper’s beating is brutal, calculated, and undeniably satisfying. The scene where he confronts Manuel and his crew is typical Landman: gritty, raw, and deeply personal. 

But this isn’t just about revenge — it’s about drawing a line in the sand. Tommy’s speech about taking “30 years of your life” isn’t just a threat; it’s a declaration. This is his world, and he won’t let anyone tear it apart.

And yet, there’s a cost. Tommy’s escalating violence raises questions about how far he’s willing to go to protect his son — and at what point he risks losing himself in the process. 

Dale’s comment about things getting “wild again” is a chilling reminder of just how dangerous this world is. Tommy knows it, and the question lingers: can he save Cooper without destroying himself?

Layers of Irony and Humanity

“Beware the Second Beating” is a masterclass in character-driven storytelling. 

From Rebecca’s icy facade to Angela’s rare vulnerability and Tommy’s brutal sense of justice, every moment feels loaded with meaning. 

The irony runs deep — Cooper’s fragility saves Ariana, Angela clings to Tommy because he has nothing to offer, and Tommy fights to protect a son who might be better off walking away.

This is another messy, human, and unflinchingly honest hour of Landman. 

It’s a world where survival often comes at a cost and love — whether for a son, a partner, or a Bentley — can be both a burden and a blessing. 

Here’s hoping the characters can find a way to navigate the chaos without losing themselves in the process.

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Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18 was an intense episode that somehow felt like every other story in this beautiful series.

If it had to end, this was how to do it, and the final scene came close to my dream ending. But it also made the point that there COULD have been many more stories to tell if only CBS had found a way to keep it on the air.

Losing Badillo Was Expected, Yet Sad

Rumors swirled for months about Badillo’s death in Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18, and by last week, it was clear it had to be Badillo.

No one else made any sense once the photos of the funeral sequence were released. All the Reagans were in attendance and so was Mayor Chase.

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If we had to lose someone, I’d rather it be a secondary character like Badillo. It would have been a horrible ending if any of the Reagans had died or been severely injured.

This story also gave Eddie one last chance to shine. She was fierce both in trying to save Badillo and her reaction after learning he was gone.

Eddie: Can you do something for me?

Danny: Anything.

Eddie: Then you don’t baby me and you don’t sideline me and you don’t tell me it’s too hard or that it’s too personal and you let me help.

Danny: Why would I baby one of the toughest cops I’ve ever known?

The opening scene started like any other episode, but as soon as Eddie and Badillo got that call, my heart jumped into my throat, and I KNEW, without a shadow of a doubt, that Badillo’s fate was sealed.

That almost made these scenes worse because I was waiting for the exact moment of his death, and when Eddie called for him, and he didn’t answer, it broke my heart even more than if it had been a surprise.

Despite The Danger, The Reagans Were Mostly Unafraid On Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18

Erin was afraid she would lose another brother, and Frank mentioned Joe’s death, but for the most part, it was business as usual for the Reagans.

I wasn’t sure whether to admire their bravery or whether it cheapened the threat to all cops that Danny, Jamie, and Joe didn’t seem to have much concern about their own safety, even after visiting Eddie in the hospital.

In some ways, though, it added to the suspense of this final hour.

Although I knew it wasn’t going to end with a terrible tragedy for the Reagans, I kept expecting someone to come around a corner with a gun, especially when Jamie and Joe were walking out to their cars after interrogating Emilio’s girlfriend.

I didn’t like how Emilio looked at Frank as he was being led away near the end of the episode.

That was one of the things that made this feel more like a season finale than a series finale. That scene seemed like a set-up for a future episode that will never come.

Frank’s Confrontation Of An Elderly Gangster Was The Most Chilling Part Of The Hour

After Mayor Chase gave Frank the keys to the city, Frank used his newfound power to try to convince a lifer to give up the location of his son, who was the gangster guilty of shooting the mayor, leading to some scenes that made a shiver go up my spine.

These scenes included just Frank and the prisoner (special guest Edward James Olmo) in a room. They were reminiscent of Frank’s confrontation with Sonny Malevsky after learning he was responsible for Joe Reagan’s death on Blue Bloods Season 1 Episode 22.

This confrontation was quieter but no less intense.

At first, it seemed like a waste of Frank’s time. The prisoner wasn’t going to budge and was convinced that he was the true hero, protecting his son from the evil cops who wanted him to ruin the relationship by ratting him out.

But boy, did Frank have an ace up his sleeve. The way he used his feelings about his own son’s death to get Lorenzo to budge was nothing short of masterful.

Frank: I had a son who was killed, by the police actually. And if before it happened, someone said to me, here’s your choice: we kill him now or he spends the rest of his life in prison. You know what? I wouldn’t blink. I would be at that prison every chance I got with hamburgers for us and a deck of cards so we could spend some time together. And I’d be thrilled to be there. Cause I know the cold dark of the other choice. I live with it every single day.

What a beautiful tribute to the 14 years of missing Joe that we’ve all lived through with Frank and the rest of the Reagan family.

That was the perfect way to wrap up that tragic storyline.

Throughout the entire series, the family has never lost their sense of grief that Joe cannot join them at any more Reagan family dinners, and meeting Joe Hill made it worse in some ways.

They will never fully recover from that death. As Frank’s beautiful speech on Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18 points out, he will always miss his son.

But Joe would probably be proud that in some way, he helped save the city from the gang’s violent rampage.

That doesn’t make it any better that he’s gone, but Frank certainly honored his memory during this story.

The Amelia Story Was The Weakest Part Of Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18

I’m loathe to criticize any part of the finale. I’m so grateful we had this final episode and that CBS gave Blue Bloods this final half-season to wrap things up that I don’t want to admit it was less than perfect.

However, the Amelia story confused me.

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Amelia was terrified when she called Eddie, but by the time Danny finally tracked her down, she didn’t seem scared of anybody but the cops.

I guess she could have had a bit of Stockholm Syndrome, but it came off as weird.

This was a kid who was so traumatized after witnessing her father kill her mother that she didn’t speak for three days, and this was the second time her dad had attempted to kidnap her.

Yet after that initial phone call, she took it all in stride.

Additionally, it felt like Carlos Ramirez gave up too quickly.

A few words from Danny about how fathers should lead by example did it. Ramirez sent Amelia upstairs with Baez, made a half-hearted attempt at suicide, and then surrendered peacefully.

Considering he blamed Danny for his not being in Amelia’s life and had kidnapped her while his gang was shooting public servants all over the city, that solution seemed all too easy.

This is why Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18 should have been two hours.

There was too much to fit into the final hour, so this story was shortchanged so that they could get to the final wrap-up.

Blue Bloods’ Happy Ending Was Perfect, Yet It Didn’t Feel Different Than Any Other Episode

After all the cases were resolved, Badillo’s funeral and the final family dinner were the only remaining events.

These scenes could just as easily have been part of a season finale as a series finale.

I’m thrilled that Eddie and Jamie are having a baby, but I wish we could have the chance to get to know them. And I LOVE the tacit acknowledgment that Joe Hill is a full-fledged family member now.

But if Blue Bloods were returning, Season 15 could begin after Eddie’s baby was born so that she has to adjust to a new partner and to being a mother who is working as a cop, and nothing else would fundamentally change.

The final family dinner wasn’t much different from any other family dinner, either. Danny is always in a hurry to get to the food while everyone catches up with each other and expresses gratitude for the time they spend together.

Although that doesn’t sound exciting or final, the family all together — including a returning Jack Reagan and Nicky — was the absolute perfect way to end this series.

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The family dinners were the heart of this series, so a huge one was the right note to end on.

I had hoped the final lines would be a toast to the entire Reagan family, and while that didn’t happen, Frank’s expression of gratitude and pride in his family came pretty damn close.

After the credits rolled, I didn’t cry because of the episode’s events (even though Badillo’s death was sad). I cried because that was the last family dinner I’d get to share with the Reagans, not counting reruns streaming on Paramount+.

And now, I turn it over to you so that I can hear your thoughts on a new episode of Blue Bloods for the very last time, fellow Blue Bloods fanatics.

I’d love your takes on Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 18, especially your thoughts on how the series wrapped up (or didn’t).

Maybe someday we will all get to discuss a reunion movie or spinoff, but for now, vote in our poll to rate the episode and then post your thoughts in the comments.

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Fire Country Season 3 Episode 8 review analyzes its events and aftermath and what we might expect when the show returns in 2025.

Like most Bruckheimer productions, Fire Country Season 3 Episode 8 had plenty of action, heart-pounding terror, insubordination, and personal angst to tide us over through the holiday break.

And several of our favorite firefighters were left in mortal danger. Could we perhaps see the demise and exit of any of the Fire Country cast? We haven’t received word of anyone leaving the show.

Three seasons in, and we still have the same core characters, minus a few small roles from supporting characters like Cara, Freddy, and Rebecca.

The show has been building up to these events since the start, pushing each character through life predicaments that eventually affected how each of them reacted during the Fire Country Season 3 fall finale.

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As a finale goes, this one was as good as any I’ve seen in the 2024 season, and it’s certainly miles better than the delayed seasonal start and shortened ten-episode second season.

And yet, despite how well the show did setting up its seasonal break so fans would stay in a state of intrigue and torment, there was a lot of UGH and OMG really’s from the episode itself. Really, the whole season.

Starting with the typical drama surrounding Gabriela. Go ahead and weigh in real quick, Fanatics, on the first exchange between Gabriela and Jake. It’s hard for this reviewer to decide which person is right.

While Jake feels they should tell Bode about their drunken hook-up, Gabriela thinks that it’s none of his business, since they are not together.

But like Jake said, Bode is his best friend and Gabreila is his ex-obsession. However, like Gabs said, she was with Jake before Bode. So should they tell Bode or let it stay a drunken episode of no consequence?

Although this reviewer’s twisted mind could totally see that one lapse of judgement resulting in an unplanned pregnancy for Gabriela and Jake, who’s still tortured by the loss of Cara and the recent decision of Cara’s daughter to move in with her real father instead of Jake.

At first, Gabriela seemed to be doing better this episode, less hell-bent on beating herself to death and doing risky crap. Like father, like daughter.

And then, we saw her mental status deteriorate, resulting in her disobeying direct orders from a superior, breaking the law, and being fully insubordinate. How many times does she get to yell at her boss (this time, it was Jake instead of Sharon) before she faces disciplinary action?

I’m on her side for helping out the desperate mother and child who ran out of gas while trying to evacuate. Their vehicle was the only home they had left, and it didn’t seem fair that they’d lose everything again.

Truthfully, this viewer probably would have done the same thing by siphoning the gas from the car parked in front of a fire hydrant. Criminal charges be damned.

But I can’t condone the rest of her behavior.

She seems to have a major problem separating her past from her job, often letting her personal experiences affect her performance. Something she frequently scolds Bode and her father for doing.

It was freaking amazing seeing Jake put Gabriela in her place. Her hissy fit response was typical of her self-indulgent pity party, where she wants everyone to feel bad for her situation despite the fact that where she’s at in life is all her own doing.

And then, as usual, she acts all melodramatically, stripping off her fire gear and walking off in the middle of a fire call. Only to end up meeting a wall of flames as she wandered aimlessly down the road.

She says she’s done but done with what? Her actions are as clear as any resignation letter. Could we be saying goodbye to Gabriela Perez when the show returns?

Or maybe the Fire Country Season 3 finale is the end of the line for inmate firefighter Manny Perez. We’ve seen Manny experience a full 360 of his life since the first season.

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He was once the captain of the Three Rock prison camp, mentoring Bode post-prison so he could be successful once released, only to flip places by Fire Country Season 3.

While Bode is a free man and now an official member of CalFire since Captain Camden Casey passed him in fire training in Fire Country Season 3 Episode 7, Manny is now a firefighter inmate at Three Rock, with Eve as Captain.

Seeing Manny falling so far from his original redemption has been hard, but it’s been a great way to explore more of his character. Unfortunately, going back to prison seems to have dulled Manny’s righteousness.

He’s acted out of character several times during Fire Country Season 3, almost as if he’s given up on a future due to his setback.

Manny went from being my favorite character to an annoyance this season as he tries to make repairs with Gabriela while simultaneously expressing his self-anger at anyone around him.

He struggled in this episode between being a supportive first saw firefighter and being a sullen inmate pissed about doing time. Seeing him talk down Cole when he almost had words with Eve’s cousin was great.

Unfortunately, Manny is unlikely to be as willing to follow Cole’s advice about not going out on his own to find Gabriela.

The show ended with a cliffhanger involving him and Three Rock on the Edwards ranch, miles away from where Gabriela went missing. Due to her tantrum, she walked straight into a fire zone.

Manny just requested a parole hearing. Going AWOL during a fire call, even if it’s because his daughter is in danger, isn’t going to look good. Will the second half of Fire Country Season 3 have Manny stuck in prison longer for an “attempted escape,” or could Perez be the show’s first regular cast member to exit?

How did everyone like their first visit to the Edwards ranch? Geez, there was a lot of tension between the Edwards patriarch and everyone around him.

Elroy Edwards was exactly as we expected when we found out Eve hadn’t talked to her family in six years. After meeting them, I understand why there’s discord there.

Seeing her go to bat for her crew against her father’s prejudice was great. He’s a stubborn old man who thinks Eve chose firefighting and the Leones over her family, both in the past and presently.

If you read our Fire Country Season 3 Episode 8 spoilers, I lamented how cool it would have been to see Eve on horseback, fighting fires. We saw her on horseback, so I half got my wish.

However, I’ll settle because it was so cool that she delivered a foal and had a moment with her dad.

But while she was playing rancher, she neglected her firefighting duties. Vince had to come out and check on things, ruining her progress. Elroy had multiple grievances against Vince and CFD.

The two debated creating a backburn on the ranch to prevent the fire from spreading into Edgewater. Vince thought he had the authority to do it, even on private property. Elroy felt that he had the right to say no because it was his land.

Eve ended up between her blood family and her fire fam. She disappointed Elroy by siding with the job over her kin.

We have to wonder if her setting the fire was symbolic of burning her last bridge with her family. It was supposed to protect the ranch.

But shifting winds carried embers across the fire line and onto the barn, where the ranch hands had just put all the horses, including the new baby foal Eve had just delivered.

Eve wasn’t the only one whose plan to protect something backfired. Bode and Audrey went on a fire call, thinking they would only be doing preventative measures. Leave it to their luck to stumble upon a massive zombie fire.

Huh? That’s one way to add a unique twist to the typical zombie outbreak.

Show of hands: Before this episode, who had heard of a zombie fire or holdover fire? Not this TV fanatic, and I’m pretty sure I’ve seen every fire movie or series available.

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It’s pretty gnarly but totally awesome, too.

How crazy would it be to have to face a fire that’s been burning underground for months to years? That sounds like some Tommy Lee Jones ’90s Volcano or the La Brea intro or something.

Bode’s a badass ex-convict, so it’s always a pleasure to see his softer side, from the teddy bear in his locker to the family portrait in his helmet to the near tears he had when he listened to the sob story of a local with a beautiful home and a dead wife.

Bode made a promise to save his house, and things seemed to be going well until James jinxed it by talking crap. Never test the universe with an early celebration, especially when it comes to fighting fires.

Sharon continued to issue orders to Leone and James to abandon the location and handle other fires. But the couple ignored her calls, freaking Momma Bear out.

Bode should face serious reprimand for ignoring direct orders. In his desperation to keep a promise and supposedly leave behind the old Bode, he put himself and Audrey in a very dangerous situation.

Does anyone else find it irritating that after Bode screwed up and put both of them at risk, he made a plan and tried to talk about how to save them like their being trapped wasn’t his fault?

As the fire consumed everything around them, James held onto Bode for literal life as they dove underwater to avoid the flames. And then the credits rolled.

Will Bode and Audrey’s first kiss be a mermaid breath of life as they share air? Will Audrey forgive Bode for putting her into the terrifying situation of getting burned alive or drowning because she couldn’t swim?

If they had left earlier, as she had wanted and as she had ordered, they would not have been trapped on all sides by a wall of flames.

My favorite part of the day was when Eve asked how to reason with a stubborn old man, and Sharon and Bode both shot ‘that’ look at Vince. Priceless! Is that a hint at Vince’s own father issues? Or are they calling him a stubborn old man?

And what was with this episode and people ignoring their radio calls? Does anyone else notice a theme where all the various scenes and people tend to focus on one narrative?

In Fire Country Season 3 Episode 7, subordinates lashed out at their superiors, which in real life would have resulted in numerous firefighters being dismissed from their stations.

So, fanatics, what did you think of the Fire Country Season 3 fall finale? Are you excited for the show to return so we can get answers? Where do you hope the story goes from here?

What did you like about the episode? Hate? Is it better than previous episodes, which have been borderline daytime soap with basic or regurgitated storylines?

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The mask has long fallen, but people often take time to recognize or perhaps understand the ugly realities of the false institutions they’ve come to rely on.

Still, others are desperate for meaning and purpose, embracing any authority that offers a moment of animus. Such is the state of things in Silo Season 2 Episode 5.

Things are coming apart at the seams, and Bernard’s mask is slipping of his own volition. Gone is the false smile and sense of amicability, replaced by a perpetually smug scowl, a veneer covering a blind rage.

Blind in the sense that Bernard’s control is slipping. His quarry continues to elude as barriers collapse beneath the weight of the mob.

Handing out credits will no longer work to soothe the crowd, and the carefully crafted machinations that forged division are bearing fruit, just not in the way Bernard expected.

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Amidst the unraveling bedlam, Dr. Peter Nichols delivers a heartrending speech in the face of the priggish despot himself, walking away in silence afterward.

Bernard’s regard in the face of such intransigence promises a potentially vengeful future for the poor doctor, who has lost everything to the false order of the Silo.

Even the most innocuous statements, such as “my people” (an employer referring to his employees in terms of camaraderie), are enough to set Bernard off into boiling assertions of lordship and domination.

For the book readers out there, one missing puzzle piece falls back into place, thanks to Bernard’s paranoia and need for a Shadow. Speaking of Bernard’s paranoia, Robert Sims is officially his enemy, feeling his way through the newfound power dynamics of Judicial.

With the Silo falling into complete disarray, Sims’ wife is making her own moves as well, aiding and abetting Knox and Shirley just as the mindless mob descends on them.

The Sims are still going through the motions of adherence to Bernard’s rule, but they conspire and contemplate when alone.

Though Robert and Camille Sims don’t get much screen time, it’s clear that Bernard is losing control, even as he maneuvers desperately to fix it.

If the fall of Silo 17 teaches nothing else, it’s that there is no such thing as permanent control—permanent domination over people. Eventually, their curiosities will break their submissiveness, and there is no manner of control a regime can leverage to stop it.

Most of Silo Season 2 Episode 4 revolves around Knox, Shirley, Walker, and Carla’s journey, and nothing much changes in Episode 5. They’re still trying to make their way back to Mechanical.

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Only a handful of subplots are thriving within the constrained setting of the Silo, which makes the constant jumping around unsettling. It also steals any real investment into each storyline.

What’s even more frustrating is the plot’s plodding pace. We spend mere seconds at a time with Sheriff Billings, Bernard, Robert/Camilla, Juliette, and Knox/Shirley.

It’s especially egregious with Juliette, who again makes very, very little progress in any direction that conveys progress.

Some scenes are longer than others, and perhaps only Shirley and Knox make any real progress toward their singular goal. However, despite their efforts, they spend as much time traveling up as they do traveling down.

We’re halfway through the season, and it’s not hard to imagine Silo Season 2 wrapping things up still within the confines of the first book. If you’ve read my previous reviews, you’ll know that the first book is rather thin.

We’re not talking about a Stephen King or Brandon Sanderson doorstop here. Even The Stand (both series) managed to wrap everything up in a single, limited series.

I’m all for a rich plot with complex characters, but often it feels as if they just meander around their respective Silos, accomplishing so much that has little to do with anything.

It’s a gorgeous wax finish on a Suzuki X-90, one of the worst cars ever made. It looks beautiful, the characters are perfect, and it’s going nowhere as fast as possible.

Juliette begins the primary plot (even though she probably gets less screen time than most of the other subplots) still searching for a way to put together a suit that will allow her to go outside.

It ends with Juliette being sick and without a suit. Maybe she’ll call in for Episode 6. That’s an entire two hours of television now, and Juliette progressed from no suit to no suit and sick.

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It’s frustrating to watch, and even though there are several intriguing things going on, especially in terms of Silo’s secrets, subtle hints at underlying mysteries, and Bernard’s back and forth with Lukas or Dr. Pete.

Robert and Camilla plot and continue to plot. Bernard plots and continues to plot. Juliette seeks and continues to seek. Billings investigates and continues to investigate. Knox/Shirley escape and continue to escape.

I’m sure you can see the pattern by now. Again, at the risk of beating a dead horse, it seems like Apple TV+ simply wants an eight-season goliath out of three relatively thin books.

Don’t get me wrong. It’s not boring to watch. However, it’s the kind of television that makes you unconsciously lean forward in your seat, attempting to telepathically urge a singular message: “Move forward, move forward, and move forward.”

As an ardent book reader and a fan of Hugh Howey, I find the characters to be mostly perfect in their roles. Bernard was a little whiny in the books, but Tim Robbins has a naturally whiny face, even though his approach is slightly more fervent and commanding.

I will never be able to read Juliette Nichols again without seeing Rebecca Ferguson in the role. Even characters that shouldn’t be there at this point, like Sheriff Billings, are natural in their roles and emanate “belonging” in Silo’s world and story.

It’d be nice to see things start moving with a real sense of flow. There are five episodes remaining, and I hope I am wrong about the story not going anywhere until Season 3. There are ten episodes this season, and we’re only halfway there, so I’m still hopeful.

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While NCIS: Origins explores the backstory of our beloved Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Dexter: Original Sin takes us back to the twisted beginnings of one of TV’s most iconic anti-heroes — Dexter Morgan.

On Dexter: Original Sin Season 1, Episode 1, we’re transported to 1991, where we witness the early formation of Dexter’s homicidal urges. And let me tell you — it does not disappoint.

Michael C. Hall is back, bringing his signature Dexter charm to the narration, reminding us why we fell in love with this character (and the OG series) in the first place.

And Patrick Gibson? He nails young Dexter — capturing everything from the eerie calm to the awkwardness that made the original Dexter such a compelling character.

It’s not just the young Dexter who impresses, though. The Dexter: Original Sin cast is packed with fantastic performances.

From Molly Brown as Debra to Christian Slater as Harry, James Martinez as Angel,  Christina Milian as Maria as Maria,  and Alex Shimizu as Vince, they bring the OG characters back to life with remarkable accuracy.

Even the newcomers — Sarah Michelle Gellar as Tanya Martin and Patrick Dempsey as Captain Aaron Spencer — add a fresh dynamic to the show.  

Now, let’s rewind a bit before we dive into the series premiere.

The original Dexter series ran from 2006 to 2013, spanning eight seasons of suspense, thrills, and a lot of bloody fun. But, as many fans will agree, the final season left a bad taste in our mouths.

That’s when Showtime gave us Dexter: New Blood in 2021, delivering the ending Dexter deserved after that notorious finale: Dexter Season 8, Episode 12, “Remember the Monsters?”. It was the redemption we all needed.

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But now we’re going back — way back.

The premiere of Dexter: Original Sin gives us a fresh look at how Dexter’s dark passenger was born, and from what we’ve seen so far, this is going to be a wild ride.

With a stellar cast and some killer (pun intended) performances, this series is shaping up to be a show we didn’t know we needed.

In this first hour, we meet Dexter as he’s being revived in the hospital after being shot by his son, Harrison

(The shooting happened in the final episode of Dexter: New Blood and seems to be setting up the premise for the sequel to that series — Dexter: Resurrection).

After flatlining for a few minutes, he’s resuscitated and, through narration, talks about how life flashes before your eyes, and this is where his story begins — sort of. We see his birth and then flash forward to life with Harry and his family.

I imagine we’ll be delving into all the rest of how he came to be with Harry Morgan and his family at some point, but this hour, we’re starting with Dexter’s first kill.

 Who would have thought Dexter’s first victim would be an “Angel of Death” in the form of a nurse who believed she was helping her patients by ending their suffering?

But her mistake was targeting Harry, who had a heart attack and ended up in the hospital where the nurse worked.

Dexter’s urge to kill was impossible to suppress, and Harry wasn’t blind to it. In a moment of both understanding and perhaps desperation, Harry gave Dexter the green light to take out the nurse.

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It wasn’t about Harry’s own needs (though he certainly wasn’t ready to die) — it made sense in his mind to let Dexter release his dark urges on those who truly deserved it.

Harry had been trying everything to divert Dexter’s urgings — from hunting trips to allowing him to basically eat raw meat — but deep down, he must have known he couldn’t contain Dexter forever.

This was a man who hid clippings of infamous serial killers like Ted Bundy, the Night Stalker, and the Zodiac Killer inside his Playboy magazine.

That was his turn-on –- not the naked women in those pages. He was still a virgin (and he wasn’t talking in the sexual sense.)

He wondered if he would ever make it into the newspapers, should he ever go full-throttle into serial killing. He also wondered if he’d get a nickname if he were ever caught. These killers were his idols.

And even though Dexter knew this woman was killing patients, he still double-checked to make sure his suspicions were correct before he even broached the subject with Harry.

So, Nurse Death was actually a blessing in disguise.

Harry isn’t a monster — he’s a man who wants to protect his family.

Letting Dexter act on his dark urges is the last thing he’d ever wish for, but if Harry were to die, who would be there to guide Dexter and keep him from becoming a monster himself?

In a flashback, we see Harry distracted by a baseball game while his young son, Junior, wandered into the backyard and tragically drowned in the pool.

Though this episode doesn’t fully explore how Harry came to adopt Dexter (some of that was revealed in the original series), it’s clear that this traumatic loss is what’s driving Harry to make decisions he might never have made as a cop.

What we’re witnessing is a father trying to protect his son — his soon-to-be serial killer son — by allowing him to fulfill his urges in a way he believes is controlled.

Harry’s need to stay alive is rooted in his desire to protect his children, which is why he ultimately gave Dexter the go-ahead to take care of Nurse Death.

Dexter never would have gone through with it had Harry not allowed it.

What’s fascinating is that Harry had no reaction to how Dexter disposed of the nurse’s body.

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Even more interesting is how open and honest Dexter was with Harry — he was the only person Dexter could be truly himself with, until later with Hannah and Debra.

Speaking of Debra, the relationship we saw between these two siblings in the OG series, is on full display here. It hasn’t changed. But what we do see is how Dexter has adopted his father’s protective instincts.

This was evident when Dexter accompanied Debra to a college party where she was almost raped after passing out drunk on the bed.

Dexter did not hesitate to take the guy out, and had it not been for Debra, Dexter might’ve actually killed the guy.

Debra didn’t even realize she needed protecting, but she was grateful that Dexter was there. Their bond, strengthened during their father’s hospital stay, showcased their awkward but unbreakable connection.

She even showed up at his pre-med graduation after he blew off her championship volleyball game because he feeding Nurse Death to the alligators.

While the relationship we saw in the OG Dexter remains, this series gives us a deeper understanding of what truly made it so strong.

To say Dexter: Original Sin gives off OG Dexter vibes is an understatement. It’s phenomenal in every way, and each episode will likely warrant a rewatch, thanks to all the clever callbacks to the original series.

For example, when Dexter performs an autopsy in his pre-med class, he’s fascinated by the fact that the body has no blood — a nod to Dexter Season 1, Episode 1 “Dexter.”

And that’s just one of many callbacks (the opening, the mosquito, the haircut). Plus, the music is on point, with tracks from Naughty by Nature, Vanilla Ice, and Poison adding to the nostalgia.

(And all those other details I didn’t detail like what makes him happy? American Psycho).

And Sarah Michelle Gellar as Dexter’s forensics mentor at his new job at Miami Dade Metro? Definitely the cherry on top.

All in all, it was a well-written, well-acted premiere, and I can’t wait to see where the next episode takes us.

Now, over to you, TV Fanatics — did you enjoy the premiere of Dexter: Original Sin? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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While the show is known for its lightness and general wrapping things up in a nice and neat little bow, “One Angry Woman” gave viewers a crash course in what this show is capable of.

Elsbeth continues to raise the stakes and keep things fresh in exciting ways that not even die-hard fans can anticipate, yours truly included. Then again, it doesn’t hurt to play against the love of your life.

Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 7 introduced Micheal Emerson’s killer, Judge Milton, in the most exhilarating way. Not to mention a giant easter egg from Emerson’s previous and most prominent role in Evil.

Elsbeth Gives Audiences A Massive Evil Easter Egg

I just have to get this out of the way now. If you’re a fan of Evil and Elsbeth, you may be like this TV Fanatic and noticed a massive crossover between the two shows.

Are you ready for this? The courtroom in Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 7, “One Angry Woman,” is the exact same courtroom from Evil Season 1 Episode 1, where audiences first meet Emerson’s character.

How mind-blowing is that? While it’s not unheard of for shows, especially those on the same network, to share locations, this seemed remarkably purposeful and is deeply appreciated.

Easter eggs aside, Michael Emerson is a force of nature once he steps into a role.

As mentioned in the Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 7 Spoilers, Carries Preston had initially hoped for Emerson to play a character opposite to the creep roles he is usually cast in.

Suffice it to say, we are quite glad that did not happen because, within one episode, Judge Milton left such an impression on viewers that there’s a good chance the judge could become a staple of the show.

Everyone loves a good rival origin story, and there’s something so juicy about keeping it close to home and in the family.

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Elsbeth Dips Its Toes Into An Old But Still Beloved Series From The ‘80s

Weirdly, “One Angry Woman” is set up so similarly to the first episode of Matlock. No, I’m not talking about the Kathy Bates one. I’m referring to the Andy Griffith run.

In that late ‘80s episode, Dick Van Dyke murders a woman he is sleeping with and frames the lover. Later, it is revealed that he is the judge on the case.

Much like this episode of Elsbeth, Dick Van Dyke’s Judge Carter Addison did all he could to derail the defense, much to the titular character’s confusion and anger.

Those feelings are going around because we saw a fired-up Elsbeth ready to jump into the fray for justice. Seriously, she looked ready to blow a gasket at any moment.

It was bad enough that he kept bringing up his family coming over on the Mayflower. That’s a weird flex. I don’t know why that’s impressive. My ancestors were already here.

Thankfully, Elsbeth’s keen sleuthing skills and expert eye for detail secured her spot on the jury by outing a garbage podcast host with questionable views on women.

That guy’s podcast was called “Nut Job Sluts Who Kill.” Not even Judge Milton could find a way to justify having him on the jury.

However, it wasn’t all intense stare-offs between Elsbeth and Milton. There were plenty of light and comedic moments to break up the tension.

Family Will Forever Be A Part Of The Heart Of Elsbeth

If you were along for the ride with TV Fanatic through Elsbeth Season 1, you know I had a chip on my shoulder about Teddy being a terrible son who never called or visited.

I am so glad to say that I was incredibly wrong. Teddy is as sweet as his mama and just so darn adorable. He really is just as kind and thoughtful as Elsbeth.

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Teddy wasn’t mentioned in this episode’s promo, photos, or description. So, even though he was in Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 6 at the end, there was no guarantee he would stick around.

Like Elsbeth, we’d love it if Teddy made a trip to NYC more often, especially if his new guy, Roy, lives in Brooklyn.

Didn’t it just melt your heart when Kaya (Carra Patterson) got so excited about showing Teddy around the city? This show depicts how people can come into our lives as if they were always family.

There’s more to that precinct than meets the eye.

Carrie Preston And Michael Emerson Brought Incredible Chemistry That Translated Into The Very Best Episode Of The Series

After multiple random pop-ups, viewers finally got a clearer picture of what is going on with Lieutenant Connor. Apparently, he was salty about the captain giving Elsbeth Noonan’s office.

To be fair, I have always found it really strange when characters who do the same job as other employees have MUCH nicer offices.

It’s been present in popular shows like Emily in Paris and the original run for Charmed, where Phoebe (Alyssa Milano), the advice columnist, had her own private office away from the bullpen.

It’s a weird storytelling tool that is slowly but surely making its way out of TV, namely on shows like Matlock, where Kathy Bates shares an office with two other associates.

However, as Lieutenant Connor did in this episode, we see Elsbeth’s worth and why she should, in fact, have her own private space. She needs a lot of room for all that thinking.

We can officially take Lieutenant Connor off the naughty list, as he is no longer gunning for Elsbeth or making things difficult for Captain Wagner.

Also, this could just be me, but did anyone else notice a slight sparkle in the lieutenant’s eyes whenever he addressed Teddy? It might just be me, but seeing those two together would make for hysterical TV.

Either way, it’s great to have one less person for Elsbeth to worry about because by the end of “One Angry Woman,” everyone’s favorite Chicago attorney caught the scent of murder from Judge Milton.

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Carrie Preston and Michael Emerson brought incredible chemistry that translated into the best episode of the series. If Elsbeth Season 2 Episode 7 doesn’t stir some awards feathers, then the system is broken.

Thankfully, there is one more episode before CBS‘s Elsbeth takes a slight pause through the winter holidays. The series will be back and ready for more campy fun in early 2025.

However, if the next episode is anything like “One Angry Woman,” wear a helmet because we will likely have our minds blown again.

Did you notice the Easter Egg from Evil and the similarity to Matlock?

This episode had so many incredible moments; what was your favorite?

Please drop a comment below to let me know what you think, and join me again when I review another episode of Elsbeth!

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There was no shortage of baby mama drama in “No, No Monsters,” with the gaggle of gossiping moms driving Olympia over the edge. To be fair, some viewers shared in that outrage.

So much went down in this one episode; you would be forgiven if one or two things slipped through the cracks. Luckily, most Matlock fans know the show can be very “blink and you miss it” sometimes.

However, there were so many intense and incredible moments that we have to at least get to the juiciest of meats from Matlock Season 1 Episode 8. Most of them revolve unsurprisingly around Olympia.

Matlock Proves Through Olympia That Knowing The Truth Can Be A Double-Edged Sword

Poor Olympia Lawrence just can’t catch a break. First, there was the, as Matty put it, “philandering dumb dumb,” Julian. It just goes to show you that even the nice guys can mess up occasionally.

If you read the Matlock Season 1 Episode 8 Spoilers, you know I asked, “Should Olympia realistically be upset about Julian’s affair from years ago?”

After watching “No, No Monsters,” I’ve concluded that if it matters to her, then it matters. Emotions are complicated, and we can’t always control how we feel, no matter how much we want to.

As Olympia said herself, she was struggling with what to do because while she wanted to know who the woman was, she was self-aware enough to know she wouldn’t be able to get through her day without seeing the woman’s face.

So, while Julian may be in the dog house for a minute, at least it’s not like Olympia called everything off. It could be so much worse. Just ask Billy.

Billy’s Quick Emotional Recovery Is Worth Suspending Belief For

Some characters are incredibly sweet and caring, so you only want good things for them. However, this is CBS, not Disney+.

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Even though it was painful to see Billy and Claudia break up in Matlock Season 1 Episode 7, he seems to be doing fine for the most part.

Sure, Sarah was acting like she was trying to convince herself of Billy’s emotional state, but she wasn’t too far from the mark. By the end of the episode, Billy was ready to move on and take his life back.

I’m willing to suspend my belief for the story’s sake because no one gets over a relationship that almost lasted a decade that fast.

I mean, Billy was listening to the first two albums from Adele. Everyone knows Adele’s saddest albums are her last two, but that could just be me.

Either way, Billy made monumental strides in processing his emotions and finding a healthy state of mind. Sadly, the same cannot be said for Madeline Matlock.

Matlock Makes Good Use Of Matty’s Vulnerable Moments And The Sad State Of What It Meant To Be A Career Woman In Her Day

Matty is far past the point of no return. Every step she takes towards her goal is another piece of her life she has to sacrifice. That sounds heavy, but it’s the truth of the situation.

What became evident in “No, No Monsters” is that justice is not driving Matty’s (Kathy Bates) revenge. It’s her guilt. It’s every moment she missed while raising Ellie.

While I still believe her mission is about getting justice for her daughter, it’s also to put to rest all the pain and guilt she puts on herself as a form of penance.

At this point, I’m hoping we never have an episode of Matlock that doesn’t show how vulnerable Matty is and everything she is willing to do in the memory of her daughter.

However, possibly the most unexpected best part of Matlock is the continued references to what the workplace was like in Matty’s day.

Each time she describes what the world was like back in the day, it’s a window into everything that helped shape Matty into the brassy broad that she is.

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What’s sad is that while it is very much illegal to deny employment because the candidate has a child or children, that doesn’t mean employers don’t still find other ways around it.

The world is not very kind to mothers, and what’s worse is that it’s all too common for other mothers to judge one another.

The Goal Of Any Scripted Show Is To Inspire Emotions, Even If Those Emotions Are Just A Bit Hostile

“No, No Monsters” was filled to the brim with “Mama Bear” energy. From Olympia (Skye P. Marshall) to Nadira and especially Matty, the mothers were not having it in this episode, and many of us were right there with them.

If you’re anything like this TV Fanatic, you cuss out the screen when a truly awful character gets too much speaking time. And, boy, were there a lot of cuss-worthy moments in Matlock Season 1 Episode 8. For one thing, that judge was a colossal (fill in the blank.)

Is it “mean judge week” or something? Elsbeth is dealing with an equally, if not more, infuriating judge getting in the way of righting a wrong.

And then there was the opposing counsel, who was apparently in Matlock Season 1 Episode 3, but honestly, I did not remember or recognize her.

If she’s going to keep popping up, we should at least know who we are dealing with. Natalie Ceballos plays the very annoying Veronica Cabrera.

Did anyone else want Matty to throw a stapler at her just to shut her up so Matty could get one complete sentence out? I had mine already in hand.

That said, the level of emotion the actress evokes proves that she knows what she’s doing. So, while the character is not great, the actor can be seen flexing her acting chops in Law & Order: Organized Crime, 9-1-1, and NCIS: Los Angeles.

While Madeline Matlock Focuses On Olympia And Julian, The Culprit Could Be Right Under Her Nose

Now let’s get to the most crucial part of “No, No Monster,” the fact that after all that work to get into Senior’s email, it was a damn photo of him on vacation.

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Luckily, CBS was kind enough to give viewers a heads-up with the promo because that would have been the letdown of letdowns.

Still, knowing about it and seeing it in action are two different things. It was painful watching Matty break down on the phone with Edwin.

As for the plan, I think the viewer who said the culprit is likely someone we’ve only seen once or twice is more accurate than ever. It’s Stuart, right? Or is that too obvious?

The show has slowly but surely been making Stuart’s presence more known with each passing episode. In fact, it seems to focus solely on how closely involved Stuart is with Senior.

While that wouldn’t make the biggest splash at Jacobson Moore, it would at least allow all the main characters to continue into the next season without being seen behind bars.

More than anything, it would be great if Olympia had not been involved, but considering her more apathetic lawyer past, it is a strong possibility.

If it isn’t her, she’s still in for some bad news because she and Matty keep getting closer, but what will happen when the truth comes out?

There’s no going back now. Matty is in too deep. She is so deep, in fact, that she continually finds herself smack dab in the middle of Olympia and Julian’s (Jason Ritter) drama, no matter how hard she tries to stay out of it.

That said, it’s still hilarious to see Matty’s facial expression whenever she finds herself literally standing in the middle of another Olympia and Julian argument.

Matlock has undoubtedly left an impression on viewers that will last them through the holidays. The series will now take a little pause through the New Year until January 30.

Until then, fans of the show can relive the incredible first half of Matlock Season 1 on Paramount+. And if you notice a clue or something we might have missed, feel free to share it with the class.

Do you agree that the Wellbrexa culprit could be a minor character we’ve only seen a few times?

Do you think Julian had an affair with someone from Jacobson Moore?

Please drop a comment below to let me know what you liked about this episode, and join me again when I review another episode of Matlock!

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Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7 had a lot of heart. It perfectly blended comedy and drama while telling an emotional and relatable story.

Even better, it gave Connor something more to do than pass through the kitchen, making quirky demands that everyone rolled their eyes at. He’s not the butt of jokes anymore — he’s finally a full-fledged character with hopes, dreams, and frustrations with his relationships with his parents.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7 Featured A Random Road Trip, But It Worked

I’m not exactly sure why Georgie and Jim decided to take a road trip.

It had something to do with that Mustang they were trying to fix, but I missed what it was.

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Whatever their mission was, they didn’t accomplish it on-screen, but that’s okay. The point of the road trip was for Connor to discover an ally in Georgie.

I could relate to Connor’s frustration with his parents.

Jim hadn’t tried to steer Connor toward a job or career path that might interest him; he just assumed that because Connor is different (aka neurodivergent in the 1990s), he’d never be able to support himself.

The good news for Connor is that the Internet revolution is just around the corner, which will lead to all sorts of jobs that weren’t possible before, so he may be able to carve out a career path by the time he’s in his mid-30s.

Of course, if he’s working from home online, his parents might not have any idea what he’s doing and continue to worry about what will happen to him after they’re gone, but at least he’ll have options that he doesn’t have now.

I totally get where they’re coming from, but I also strongly relate to how Connor felt.

I’ve been on the receiving end of conversations like that.

Even though the people who are worried are well-meaning, the inadvertent message is that you’re broken in some unnameable way because you aren’t able to do things the way you’re “supposed” to.

In the 1990s, Connor’s parents may have been aware he was different in some ways, but it’s unlikely they’d realize he was autistic or otherwise neurodivergent.

That makes it even more frustrating. When you’re expected to understand things that you just don’t understand because your brain is wired differently, you feel like there’s a code to success that you can’t crack and begin to wonder what the hell is wrong with you.

(This is also likely why Young Sheldon had Sheldon be evaluated and determined to be neurotypical when he very clearly is not — there wasn’t nearly as much awareness about autism then, and anyone who was able to communicate verbally was assumed to be neurotypical even if they were “weird.”)

Connor wanted so badly for his father to be proud of him or at least happy with him that he took his instructions to get a job literally and tried to become the busboy in the diner they stopped to eat at. Then, he was confused about why that wasn’t an acceptable solution.

Georgie’s Acceptance Of Connor Came From Growing Up With Sheldon

Georgie had a rough time growing up with Sheldon. He was pegged as the “stupid brother” while everyone made a big deal out of Sheldon’s intelligence, so it’s natural that he didn’t try to understand what it was like for Sheldon to be so different than most people.

He told Mandy he regretted not trying to understand, and though he didn’t want to pick up the phone and rectify that situation, it made him try harder with Connor.

That was why Connor shocked Audrey by saying that Georgie was a “great person.”

Georgie didn’t think Connor wearing headphones to block out the world while on the road trip was weird or unacceptable. While Jim saw that as yet another reason Connor was impossible to relate to, Georgie saw that was just Connor being Connor.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7 Made It Clear What Audrey’s Real Problem Is

The scenes with Audrey and Mandy helped humanize Audrey.

She doesn’t like Georgie for the same reason that All In The Family‘s Archie Bunker didn’t like his son-in-law: she sees Georgie as an obstacle to her child having the life she deserves and a loser who can’t support his family on his own.

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Audrey’s surprising dream of getting involved in politics never came true, so she wants Mandy to have the freedom to make her own dreams into realities. Having a baby young and being tied to an even younger father wasn’t supposed to be part of the plan.

Ironically, Audrey didn’t understand why Mandy wanted gender-neutral decorations for CeeCee’s nursery even though Mandy only wanted CeeCee to grow up to realize she could become whoever and whatever she wanted to become.

Audrey and Mandy have this in common, but Mandy is so busy resisting Audrey’s ideas about what her life should be like, and Audrey is so busy imposing her opinions that neither one of them realizes it.

Despite Heavy Themes, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7 Was Hilarious

The best thing about “An Old Mustang” was that it had heart and substance without losing sight of the fact that it’s supposed to be a comedy.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7 had several hilarious moments.

Audrey: The first night you slept in your own room, I cried.

Mandy: You did no.

Audrey: Of course I did. You were my sweet little angel and I loved you. Then you learned to talk and ruined everything.

There were some great one-liners and jokey conversations, but my favorite was the sequence in which Georgie negotiates a higher price for the water pump than Jim had planned on paying, unaware that the “other guy” he is competing with is Jim.

The two of them screwed themselves out of the original, low price with all that unnecessary negotiation, and I couldn’t stop laughing about it.

Random Thoughts

• It really is a shame that Georgie and Mandy will eventually break up. Georgie seems such an important part of the McAllister family that I feel Jim and Connor should get him in the eventual divorce.
• No Ruben on Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 1 Episode 7. I didn’t miss him.
• The laugh track/studio audience seemed muted today, which made it much more tolerable.
• I almost forgot this takes place in the 1990s and was confused by Audrey’s description of Friends until I remembered.

Over to you, Georgie & Mandy fanatics!

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Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage airs on CBS on Thursdays at 8/7c and on Paramount+ on Fridays. It returns with all new episodes on January 30, 2025.

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Seriously, what the hell just happened on NCIS Season 22, Episode 8? Just when we’re about to get a breakthrough on the mysterious “Lily,” Parker is thrown another curveball.

We’ve been piecing together the puzzle of this little ghost girl haunting Parker’s mind, but when he finally reaches out to “welcome her in” as Dr. Grace suggested, Lily runs away.

But she leaves behind a chilling note that reads: “You can’t tell anyone.” Parker is left standing there, confused and uncertain of what to do next.

So now, the big question is: will Parker keep this secret to himself, as the note suggests?

Or will he open up to Dr. Grace — or someone else — about what’s going on?

We can all guess where this might go, but before we dive deeper into that, let’s talk about this week’s case.

While it was an interesting mystery in its own right, it also tied into Lily’s storyline in more ways than one.

We all know that technology is a double-edged sword. It connects us in ways we never thought possible, but it also opens the door to vulnerability.

This week, Lt. Winslow wasn’t killed by a hacker but by his wife, Ashley, and her lawyer boyfriend, Cliff, who stole hacker tech from one of Cliff’s clients.

Why did they do it? Ashley wanted out of her marriage to Winslow, but the prenup meant the only way she’d get any of his money was if he was dead. So, they made it happen.

The fun part of how the team cracked the case was thanks to Kasie, who turned the stolen hacker tech against the duo with McGee at the wheel, so to speak.

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McGee got to have some fun with it, digging back into his “McGeek” roots (we saw that on NCIS Season 22 Episode 7, too, but I don’t think it was as big a “rush” as this was.)

But, seriously, though, it’s time for McGee to get back to his story with LaRoche.

The writers have so much to work with here — both for Timothy McGee as a character and for Sean Murray as an actor.

His experience and years with NCIS should put him front and center.

McGee’s been sidelined more lately, spending more time with Jimmy and Kasie than with the rest of the team. It’s time he got the recognition he’s earned.

Speaking of the team, seeing how supportive they were of Parker and his mysterious “Lily” dilemma was heartwarming.

Jimmy and Kasie were a little over the top with their attempts to reassure him, almost acting like they were trying to sell Dr. Grace as some sort of miracle worker based on their own experiences with her.

(I think they’re just a little out of place and should be used more sparingly because they were trying a little too hard with this one. They’re not cute, no matter how hard they try.)

But Torres, on the other hand, surprised me.

Torres nearly lost his life thanks to Parker’s erratic driving when Lily appeared while Parker was taking Torres, Jess, and himself to follow up on something.

Despite that close call, Torres didn’t berate Parker for not apologizing. Instead, he understood.

Parker realized he needed help to ensure he wouldn’t put anyone in danger again, and when he did apologize, Torres didn’t make him feel worse.

He’s been through his own struggles, so he gets it. His response to Parker was genuinely touching: “I got your back.” It’s moments like these that make you feel like Parker has found his place with this team.

Torres also asked Kasie to speak to him like he was Gibbs because all the tech jargon goes right over his head, and he just wants it in plain English.

It’s clear that Gibbs still holds a special place in his heart, but it’s also evident that Parker has found his own spot there, too. And I’m there for it because I was really unsure for a while whether Torres was all in with Parker or not.

The whole team rallying around Parker was a nice touch — well, everyone except McGee, who seemed strangely detached from it all. It’s odd, right? Is he planning to leave the team?

Now, let me tell you something.

Music plays a massive role in setting the tone for key moments on TV, and if the music during that scene with Parker and Jess in the office is any indication, I think we all know who Parker is likely going to talk to about that note.

It’s not going to be Dr. Grace. Oh, he’ll talk to her again (maybe about his mother), but not about that note.

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No, Parker is going to confide in Jess. The entire scene in the office was telling.

The swelling music and his “touched by an angel” moment when he revealed he knew Jess shared with Dr. Grace his belief in angels — something he told her when they were trapped on that ship last season — were huge clues.

It wasn’t just a passing comment.

It resonated with him, almost like he was surprised she didn’t think he was “woo-woo” as he said earlier to Dr. Grace.

Honestly, I thought Parker was going to ask her out right there. And honestly, I think she was waiting for it.

She may have said she wasn’t going to pry anymore, but her care for Parker goes beyond just coworker-to-coworker concern. She likes him. And there’s no denying that Parker feels the same way.

He’s patient, we know that, but the spark between them is undeniable.

Even if I’m just hoping that spark will catch fire, that music swell? It’s the biggest giveaway. It’s like The Thorn Birds music, people — definitely a tell.

But let’s talk about Dr. Grace for a minute. Parker wasn’t too thrilled with her prying into his relationship with his mother, but it’s clear he knows deep down that this is something he has to confront eventually.

The mystery of his mother’s history is definitely one to watch unfold, but what really stands out is that surprising moment when Parker kissed Dr. Grace on the head as he left the coffee shop.

It caught them both off guard, and it shows that something is opening up in him.

While he probably doesn’t see Dr. Grace as a romantic partner between Lily and Jess, Parker is definitely experiencing a shift.

As a side note, when Dr. Grace suggested Parker welcome Lily in the next time she appears, he told her he wasn’t into that “woo-woo” stuff.

I couldn’t help but think it was a nod to Cole’s American Gothic days because that show was as “woo-woo” as it gets.

On a final note, Dr. Grace also asked Parker to try to track when Lily shows up to see if there’s a connection to what triggers her appearance.

You know what triggers Lily to show up? Jess! Yep, we cracked the code, Parker. Jess is his Lily.

And if we want to dig a little deeper, maybe that “You can’t tell anyone” note Lily left behind isn’t just about keeping secrets — maybe it’s about Parker’s hidden feelings for Jess.

While Parker doesn’t fully understand it yet, I have a feeling he will open up to her about everything because he won’t be able to help himself.

I have to say, if this storyline goes in that direction, I’m all in. The chemistry between Parker and Jess is undeniable, but it’s definitely going to be complicated.

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And speaking of complicated, let’s talk about the car scene.

Did anyone else get a love triangle vibe when Jess showed up uninvited to join Parker and Torres on their case?

This was the same scene where Parker almost crashed the car because he saw Lily standing on the sidewalk — because, of course, Jess was there again!

If that’s the direction this goes, well, Torres might not be so quick to have Parker’s back anymore.

Now, I’m passing the baton to you. What did you think of this hour? Is there a connection between Lily and Jess?

Do you think there are sparks between Parker and Jess? Could a love triangle with Torres be on the horizon?

And what about McGee? Are you satisfied with how his character is being treated this season? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Brilliant Minds Season 1 Episode 11 seemed to tie up Carol’s connection to Alison and her marital issues with Morris. Dr. Wolf and Dr. Nichols disagreed about whether an old patient of Wolf’s should have brain surgery to remove his Tourette’s tics.

Also, Van and Jacob’s competition over Ericka intensified, and she hated feeling like a pawn in a chess game.

Alison’s Need for Attention Almost Cost Carol Her Career

Affair stories on TV shows are a dime a dozen. However, Brilliant Minds expanded this one so that Alison and Carol both wanted to know about “the other woman.”

While Carol was typically fierce, she crumbled when Alison overdosed and worried her decisions drove Alison to the edge.

It was questionable to see Alison get more information about Morris’s affair, but Alison wanted information about Carol, too. Oliver comforted Carol, telling her she needed to move on and be grateful that Alison was alive.

Initially, it was challenging to be grateful for that since Alison acted like the villain by blaming the staff or harassing the staff to discharge her.

Carol: Alison, I wish things were different, too, but here we are

It almost seemed like Alison wanted to ruin Carol’s life because she assumed Carol’s life was charmingly perfect.

However, Carol used to struggle with post-partum depression after having Maya and was a high-strung and nervous first-time parent. She wasn’t always poised and calm.

Alison finally admitted her family history, leading her to fear being alone. She fit Carol’s diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. While her arc led to some interesting character development for Carol, I’m relieved to be done with it.

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With the Truth Out, Carol Makes a Decision About Her Marriage

When the truth came out, Carol had to decide about her marriage. As noted in Brilliant Minds Season 1 Episode 4, teens notice things even when you don’t want them to.

As soon Carol rushed home to talk to Morris privately, Maya suspected something was off, enough to bring her mom lunch so they could talk.

It’s always rough when a teenager realizes their parents’ marriage is over, even worse when a teen realizes one of her parents cheated.

Teenage girls worship their fathers often, so it was devastating to learn he hurt her mother and their family. While Carol tried to stay impartial and say she and Morris were both to blame, Maya didn’t buy the excuse.

After the flashback of a younger Morris promising never to hurt Carol or baby Maya, neither did Carol anymore. She was ready to move on and wanted a divorce.

While she loved Morris, she couldn’t forgive him after she did everything for him and her family. This episode belonged to Tamberla Perry and Kaci Walfall, who rocked both versions of Carol Pierce.

Oliver and Josh Disagree On How To Treat a Patient

The weekly promo made Oliver and Josh’s disagreement look worse than it was. Oliver was correct in saying that they see things differently in their professions.

I felt for Ezra. I have a physical disability, and everyone stares and treats me differently the minute they realize I’m different.

Oliver made a valid point that society is mean, and it’s not Ezra’s responsibility to fit into this world. However, Josh was also correct that if brain surgery could reduce his tics and help him adapt to this world, shouldn’t they give that to him?

Josh: Ezra, this is your choice. I agree with Dr. Wolf. There is nothing wrong with tics. There is also nothing wrong with wanting to make a change

Oliver has discussed his face blindness more readily, admitting how he adapted to it and accepting it as part of him, so he wouldn’t want surgery to fix it.

It’s disheartening that Ezra didn’t want to let Oliver down by having the surgery, and Josh felt insecure, wondering if Oliver felt neurosurgery wasn’t as good as neurology.

While that fight hurt, Oliver realized that Josh had some valid points. I loved that he admitted if some treatment would have helped his dad’s depression and bipolar, he would have done it in a heartbeat.

Things grew more lighthearted as soon as Oliver admitted he saw Josh as an equal, and that’s why he could argue with him.

I think Oliver and Josh are in for the long haul. They now respect each other’s differences and care deeply about each other.

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The Competition Between Jacob and Van Intensifies

Jacob figured out that Van was Ericka’s late-night visitor the other night, and the two started a bet to see who could win “the game.” The game entailed discharging as many patients as possible that day.

Van: May the best man win.

Jacob: May the best man win.

While most people think Jacob only cares about competing, he has demonstrated he cares about his patients. Jacob probably saved Mike’s life when he noticed his voice changed and noticed his stumbling pattern.

Mike had Myasthenia gravis, which I’d heard of on Days of Our Lives. It affects nerves and muscles. Even Dr. Wolf was impressed that Jacob had given up on the competition and had thought of caring for his patient first.

For once, Van stayed petty and rubbed in Jacob’s face that Ericka picked him. They acted like they were back in high school. She’s not a prize to be won, so Jacob dropped that Van had a kid to cause trouble.

They behaved like idiots, yet none looked good, even Ericka cause she used Van. However, no one expected what happened when she went home to cool off.

That cliffhanger. So many shows do scenes of residents getting stuck in an elevator, but this is one of their own, and the building collapsed on top of it.

I hate that the series is making us wait for the final two episodes of the season in January, though that scene will pull people back in.

Every doctor on staff will fight for Ericka, and we want to see it.

So, Brilliant Minds Fanatics, what did you think of the fall finale? Are you relieved Alison’s story arc is over? Were you expecting a more immense fallout from Oliver and Josh’s fight?

Who do you think will rescue Ericka?

Let us know in the comments below.

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