Hello, Carol: The Ultimate 'Plur1bus' Podcast

Allen Stare
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HELLO, CAROL: THE ULTIMATE 'PLUR1BUS' PODCAST "Hello Carol" is a beat-by-beat, moment by moment re-watch of the AppleTV original series "Plur1bus." "Hello, Carol" is hosted by Allen Stare, who also produces "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast."  Allen gives 'Plur1bus' the full 'Ultimate' treatment. We'll look at every shot, talk about director notes, behind the scenes stories and actor motivations. "Hello, Carol" will cover every shooting location. We go through actor bios and important crew positions. If there's mention of something historical or cultural, we'll get into it. It's the Ultimate Deep Dive and the perfect companion for a "Plur1bus" re-watch. MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE NOW!  PREMIERES: Feb. 5, 2026, "We Is Us - PT01"

  1. 13H AGO

    12-HelloCarol-EDIT-GotMilk-PT02

    GOT MILK - PT02 - THE HIVE MIND IS THIRSTY! Carol has a lot of sleuthing left to do this episode. Just like a southwestern Nancy Drew, she is going to discover the horrid secret of The Milk!! It all starts with throwing away your trash...because the drones sure can't do it! In the trash is where she notices the millk cartons. Which, of course, means a trip to the dairy. What's that powdered stuff at the dairy? And what kind of liquid are they passing off for milk? Carol won't stop until she has answers!! After a fluke brown bag identification, Carol arrives at Agri-Jet. Here she makes a discovery that causes her to gasp...right before we cut to black and roll credits.  What was Carol's awful discovery?? Find out NEXT time!!  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! [PROGRAMMING NOTE: Due to health issues, I won't be able to produce an episode for next week. I will be shooting for a new episode on Thursday, May 21st.] ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    52 min

  2. APR 30

    11-HelloCarol-EDIT-GotMilk-PT01

    GOT MILK - PT01 Is it possible to be SO repulsive you can force an entire city to evacuate?? Carol is about to find out she has that power. She's going to 'go it alone'...REALLY alone for the first time since the joining. The hive has bugged out of the ABQ leaving nothing but Carol and a whole lot of empty milk cartons. This is the FIRST part of the complete breakdown of the FIFTH episode of Season One: "Got Milk."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 12m

  3. APR 23

    10-HelloCarol-EDIT-PleaseCarol-PT02

    FINALLY! WE'RE GOING TO FIND OUT WHY THEY CALLED IT, 'PLEASE, CAROL!" Welcome back to the Ultimate breakdown of 'Plur1bus' Season One. After her talk with Larry, Carol is fairly certain the hive can't lie. She decides to help the difficult reveals along with a little Sodium Pentathol. You know...what the WW2 spies swore by as 'truth serum.' But first, Carol has to try it out on her self. The experiment is hilarious...and revealing. When Carol tries the same thing with Zosia, it doesn't go nearly as well. How bad is it? There are handcuffs and a defribrillator involved.   This is the SECOND part of the complete breakdown of the FOURTH episode of Season One: "Please, Carol."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 12m

  4. APR 16

    09-HelloCarol-EDIT-PleaseCarol-PT01

    IT'S COME TO THIS...THE ENTIRE HIVE IS SAYING, 'PLEASE, CAROL!" Welcome back to the Ultimate breakdown of 'Plur1bus' Season One. In the aftermath of the grenade explosion, Zosia is in the hospital. Carol is still there, too. There's a problem with the counter...again. Carol is going to test the hive in the person of Larry. He's going to get very truthful (andt hurtful!) in regards to Carol's work as an author, and as an artist. Grab the biggest cotton candy they've got and settle in for this installment of "Hello, Carol"!! This is the FIRST part of the complete breakdown of the FOURTH episode of Season One: "Grenade."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 14m

  5. APR 2

    08-HelloCarol-EDIT-Grenade-PT02

    THIS WEEK'S EPISODE BLOWED UP REAL GOOD!! "GRENADE-PT02" Welcome back to the Ultimate breakdown of 'Plur1bus' Season One. Carol is headed to her local Sprouts Supermarket. It's not what she expected. We're going to see her Sprouts restored and have a drink with Zosia. Zosia will be bringing a little friend along for the drink. Things get completely out of hand. This is the SECOND and final part of the complete breakdown of the third episode of Season One: "Grenade."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 20m

  6. MAR 26

    07-HelloCarol-EDIT-Grenade-PT01

    THIS WEEK'S EPISODE IS GONNA BE A BLAST!! "GRENADE-PT01" Welcome back to the Ultimate breakdown of 'Plur1bus' Season One. We're on our way back from the busted trip to Bilbao. Carol is in no mood, but Zosia is all smiles on the plane. Carol gives Manousos a call...it does not go well. Back home, after checking the mail, Carol decides she needs to go to the store.  This is Part ONE of the complete breakdown of the third episode of Season One: "Grenade."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 8m

  7. MAR 19

    06-HelloCarol-EDIT-PirateLady-PT03

    IT'S THE FINAL CHAPTER OF THE PIRATE LADY!! Welcome back to Part 3 of Episode TWO of 'Plur1bus' Season One. This is the final chapter of  "Pirate Lady." Carol manages to make a huge mess of the lunch Khoumba arranged. She not only insults Laxmi and chews everyone out for selling out the human race...she also causes another organism lock-up. Experiencing it first hand is not pretty. Carol passes out and sleeps it off at the Villa. When she wakes up, she finds out she may be going home alone. This is Part Three of the complete breakdown of the second episode of Season One: "Pirate Lady."  Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    56 min

  8. MAR 12

    05-HelloCarol-EDIT-PirateLady-PT02

    IT'S TIME FOR MORE OF THE PIRATE LADY!! Welcome back to Part 2 of Episode TWO of 'Plur1bus' Season One. This is the next chapter of  "Pirate Lady." Carol wants to meet others like herself...unjoined AND they have to speak English. Five of the 12 others in the world speak the necessary English. The confab is scheduled for Bilbao, Spain. Carol is gung-ho when it comes to getting everything back to the way it was BEFORE the joining. She runs into resistance she did not expect. This is Part Two of the complete breakdown of the second episode of Season One: "Pirate Lady." . Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!! ************** Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free.  All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare. "Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder.  Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com. Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

    1h 11m
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HELLO, CAROL: THE ULTIMATE 'PLUR1BUS' PODCAST "Hello Carol" is a beat-by-beat, moment by moment re-watch of the AppleTV original series "Plur1bus." "Hello, Carol" is hosted by Allen Stare, who also produces "Severed: The Ultimate 'Severance' Podcast."  Allen gives 'Plur1bus' the full 'Ultimate' treatment. We'll look at every shot, talk about director notes, behind the scenes stories and actor motivations. "Hello, Carol" will cover every shooting location. We go through actor bios and important crew positions. If there's mention of something historical or cultural, we'll get into it. It's the Ultimate Deep Dive and the perfect companion for a "Plur1bus" re-watch. MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE NOW!  PREMIERES: Feb. 5, 2026, "We Is Us - PT01"

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