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The S1E1 Podcast

S1E1
Bob Hearts Abishola
Single Parents
I Love Lucy
Punky Brewster
Tony Danza
Mike and Molly
Racism
Detroit, Michigan
Chuck Lorre
CBS
1951
Mom
The Tony Danza Show
The King Of Queens
Parenting
Compression Socks
Interracial Relationships
Family Dynamics
Lucille Ball
Desi Arnaz

Join us every week where we’ll be picking a different sitcom and judging it solely on its very first televised episode. In doing so we’ll be challenging ourselves to erase any knowledge of future episodes so we can deliver an unbiased opinion. At the end of each show we’ll tell you if this is a show we would green light or cancel. Tune in to find out which mega shows wouldn’t make the cut, what fo... more

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Recent Guests

TK Carter
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Episode: S1E1: The Sinbad Show
Salma Hayek
Actress appearing briefly as Gloria, the landlord
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Ray J
Child actor who appears in the episode as LJ
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Martin Mull
Acclaimed actor and comedian, known for his roles in sitcoms and his unique comedic style.
Episode: S1E1: Not Dead Yet
Michael Fassbender
Actor known for roles in several films including 'Shame' and playing Magneto in X-Men films
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Dee Snider
Famous rock musician and actor, known as the lead singer of Twisted Sister
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Dave Brockie
Lead singer of the band GWAR, known for his outrageous stage persona and horror film involvement
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Ben Robinson
Craig Robinson's character's brother in the sitcom.
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Episode: S1E1: Mr. Robinson
Tim Bagley
Principal Taylor, the principal at the school where Craig subs.
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Hosts

Jay Gags
Lead host with multiple episode credits; central voice in pilot discussions; strong background in TV commentary and retro show analysis.
Joe Ferg
Co-host frequently contributing to pilot evaluations and show dynamics; known for witty takes on early episodes.
Gordo Nonick
Co-host with a focus on structural analysis of pilots and ensemble dynamics.
Berg
Co-host contributing to episode debates and guest dynamics; part of the core panel.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Fun podcast

    Interesting format for a podcast rewatch. It’s very entertaining group of guys that I find myself laughing along with them. Will definitely be listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tjkill81
    United States2 months ago
  • SWEET POD

    Literal fave 💞

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emily cramer
    United States2 months ago
  • It was a pretty good show and overall a fun, unique idea for a podcast. Unfortunately everyone except Jay doesn't want to do the show anymore so they go off on constant tangents about coffee and other shows. That's in combination with pearl clutching at how "offensive" it was and constantly saying "you couldn't do that anymore".

    Joe is the worst and a bad person. His whole role is acting better than everyone else and making pedophelia jokes. He is vile!

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Kodiak62
    2 months ago
  • Love this show

    Such a great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mackersza
    Canada7 months ago
  • It's usually a pretty good show and overall a fun, unique idea for a podcast. Unfortunately one of the hosts(I think it's Joe) is a jerk that hates everything and is always too cool for school. The other hosts are fun as long as it's a show made after about 2005. Anything before that, the episode is mostly pearl clutching at how "offensive" it was and constantly saying "you couldn't do that anymore".

    Jay(the main host) is usually pretty great on keeping them on topic.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Kodiak62
    a year ago

Listeners Say

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Some feedback notes the humor can skew sexist in rare episodes, which the hosts acknowledge and address.
Listeners consistently praise the show's banter and nostalgia-driven discussions.
Audiences value the sense of group camaraderie and insider jokes that make commentary feel like a chat with friends.
Fans appreciate the candid critique of pilots and the green-light/cancel verdicts.

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S1E1: Dweebs
Q: How do you feel about the show's direction and writing?
The writing was seen as flawed, with issues of resolving character arcs too quickly, yet it retained enough charm and humor to keep interest.
S1E1: The Neighborhood
Q: Is it a mistake that I moved here?
In talking with Malcolm, Dave reflects on his motivations as a new neighbor and shares his worries about fitting in.
S1E1: Making History
Q: What would happen if Paul Revere never took his ride?
Chris explains what would have happened historically, even as Dan challenges it.
S1E1: English Teacher
Q: What are you supposed to do?
You might want to hand in your resignation letter, or you could write a statement letter in your defense.

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What is The S1E1 Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively panel critiques the pilot episodes of classic and contemporary TV comedies, focusing on structure, humor, character dynamics, and cultural context. Episodes cover a broad mix of show types—from retro family comedies to modern workplace sitcoms—with frequent attention to pacing, meta-commentary, and how pilots set up long-running series. Listeners can expect nostalgic banter, deep dives into production quirks, and an openness to green-light or cancel verdicts based solely on the premiere. A standout element is the recurring tension between reverence for old-school TV tropes and the hosts' willingness to call out dated humor or structural weaknesses, which makes it helpful for potential sponsors or guests seeking a candid, no-nonsens... more

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1. TK Carter
2. Salma Hayek
3. Ray J
4. Martin Mull
5. Michael Fassbender
6. Dee Snider
7. Dave Brockie
8. Ben Robinson

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