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Wax Episodic | Widow's Bay

Podcastica
Severance
Pluribus
Fallout
Alien: Earth
Pennywise
Derry
Vince Gilligan
Widow's Bay
Xenomorph
Xenomorphs
Lumen
John Stewart
Lucy
Wendy
Brotherhood Of Steel
Boy Cavalier
Hal Jordan
Breaking Bad
Aliens
Ghouls

Fun, in-depth, episode-by-episode talk about great TV. Current shows: Widow's Bay On hiatus: Lanterns, Silo, Severance, Pluribus, Fallout, Welcome to Derry, and Alien: Earth Great TV is art. It surprises, thrills, delights, and moves us. It can clarify what we already know to be true, or expand our world. Wax Episodic is for you if you don’t just watch great TV—you want to immerse yourself in it, ... more

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Very cool to get a surprise Halloween episode of Welcome to Derry, expanding on the lore of the Shokopiwah tribe and how they came to contain the evil entity IT in the Western Woods. We thought this story had some significant additions that made us l... more

In this episode, Patricia hosts a dance party! WOOO!!!!

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In this episode the mayor meets a nice woman, but things don’t quite work out. Oh well!

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Recent Guests

Bashir Salahuddin
Guest: New York Times travel writer Arthur Lloyd (appeared in episode)
Actor, writer (Fallout)
Episode: Widow's Bay S1E1 "Welcome to Widow's Bay!"
Vanessa Baden Kelly
Black woman writer and co-show executive
Lanterns / Wax Episodic
Episode: Lanterns S1E3 "OutKast"
Eric Nordhoff
Guest listener and fan with podcasting experience
Podcast coach and creator; guest on episode
Episode: Severance S2E9 "The After Hours"
Michael Emerson
Actor known for roles in Lost and the Fallout series.
Episode: Fallout S1E2 "The Target"
Archmaester Renny
Avid Alien fan and commentator
Episode: Alien: Earth S1E4 "Observation"

Hosts

Jason Cabassi
Longtime TV podcaster covering scripted television
Karen Olson
Kirk Manley
Comic book artist known for pop-culture tribute illustrations
Jim

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 174 ratings
  • Amazing!

    Love all of podcastica! There’s so many shows I love that they cover. Walking dead rewatch 10/10, lanterns coverage 10/10, pluribus coverage 10/10, alien earth coverage 10/10 etc etc and they even do movies and sprinkle them in. Give it a listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vinny74110
    United Statesa month ago
  • Super fun & Informative

    Do you ever want to excitedly gossip and gush on a show your watching, well look no further. I love the coverage so far Ive listened to both Fallout & Alien:Earth epis. Jason & hosts always do great highlights from a lot of different perspectives. I know Wax Episodic is Jason’s passion project, creating the Podcastica network & hosting the walking dead cast podcast, its been great following the creative journey!

    Thx for all the work you and the other hosts do on these shows its much appreciated!... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cass1986forrester
    Canada3 months ago
  • Well worth listening to

    Great insights- thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cackleberry73
    Australia4 months ago
  • Severance

    Truly increases my enjoyment of the show. Thank you Jason and Karen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WeeklyTVcat
    United States5 months ago
  • Severance

    Truly increases my enjoyment of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WeeklyTVcat
    United States6 months ago

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Jason and Karen's shared chemistry is a particular draw for longtime listeners.
The discussions are praised for adding to the viewing experience without relying on repetitive recaps.
Detailed analysis, theories, and genre knowledge help listeners notice more in the shows they watch.
Listeners value the hosts' enthusiasm, humor, and easy rapport, which make the discussions feel like conversations among fans.
At least one listener found a discussion inattentive to important plot details, showing that close reading matters to the audience.

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Severance S2E9 "The After Hours"
Q: What stood out most about Dylan and Gretchen's breakup?
Dylan's reaction to Gretchen's confession reflects a painful misinterpretation and ego clash, but the scene is deeply human as Gretchen's love remains clear while Dylan struggles with vulnerability, ultimately choosing a heartbreaking resignation that encapsulates the season's themes of control and autonomy.
Fallout S2E7 "The Handoff"
Q: What might happen next in the finale?
There are speculations around character deaths, particularly concerning Thaddeus and how each character's journey might culminate in a dramatic showdown with moral implications.
Fallout S2E7 "The Handoff"
Q: What do you think of this week's episode?
Overall, it was well-received, with praise for the depth of character backstories and the shocking twists that set up the season finale.
Fallout S2E4 "The Demon in the Snow"
Q: What were your thoughts on the title The Demon in the Snow?
Cassie expressed love for it, while Jason suggested it sounded like a poem.
Pluribus S1E9 "La Chica o El Mundo"
Q: What do you think you'll do if you were in Carol's situation?
I'd probably be struggling as hard as she is, trying to uphold individual connections while facing the overwhelming pressure of the Hive Mind.

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What is Wax Episodic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Episode-by-episode conversations about scripted television, pairing detailed scene analysis with character discussion, theories, and attention to genre, themes, and creative choices. Coverage ranges across science fiction, horror, superhero stories, and prestige drama, with a mix of spoiler-conscious introductions and spoiler-filled discussions for viewers who have watched the episode. Jason Cabassi is the recurring host, joined by Karen Olson, Kirk Manley, and Jim across different series. The discussions bring together close reading of plot and character with comic-book lore, genre references, and listener feedback. The format is conversational and enthusiastic, with panel-style exchanges that offer several perspectives rather than a simpl... more

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