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Jun 16

How 'Widow's Bay' Sets Up What's Left and 'Cape Fear' Seeds a Good Series; Plus, 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed'

In this week's episode, host Blaine gives the usual hello, introduction, and overview (0:02) before inviting Adam and Donovan into the episode. They begin with hellos to specific listeners whom they know join the podcast each week (0:42). To kick off non-spoilers, Blaine and Donovan have plenty of thoughts on Amazon's 'Spider-Noir' (2:19). The three of them then discuss what certain knowlege adds to watching the end of a season, especially one like 'Widow's Bay' (8:55). They mostly praise 'Cape Fear' and its first episode (15:50). Finally in non-spoilers, they explain why most people would get invested with the series 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' (23:06). In spoilers, the three hosts converse about how 'Widow's Bay' sets up its final episode and what that could entail (27:19). They lay out the reasons why 'Cape Fear' is full of potential (41:36). Finally, the three enjoyed 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' and the explain with specifics on why that was (50:54). For more from The Alabama Take team, visit the website here.

Jun 16

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1h 4m
Jun 18

Todd from Abusements

Host Bo Wolfe sits down with Todd from the band Abusements, a band hailing from Montgomery, Alabama. Bo and Todd discuss the punk scene, Todd's journey from high school in Portland to finding his place in the punk world, how punk culture fosters connection and support, iconic bands that shaped the both of them, and the importance of creating safe spaces at shows where everyone can feel welcomed and valued. Bands mentioned in the episode: The WipersDOAThe DillsSado-NationDead MoonKing BeeOr ElseBoom StickKinder GentlerHans CondorDarkest HourBatteryDamnation ADThe BreaksPoison IdeaNegative ApproachAretha FranklinRichard "Groove" HolmesClaudine LongetHerbie MannMarch of Crimes For more from The Alabama Take, visit the website here.

Jun 18

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1h 13m
2d ago

Kaput Bird / Night Hag

In this episodes Bo does research on Night Hags And Rainey looks into the slightly inappropriate and pitiful creature known as the Kaput Bird

2d ago

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28 min
4d ago

Where Does 'Widow's Bay' Go From Here?

In the weekly episode, host Blaine gives a quick overview of the episode (0:02) before Adam and Donovan join the episode. They discuss the return of 'House of the Dragon' on HBO to begin (0:29). After that, they have non-spoiler thoughts on 'Widow's Bay' (3:13). After the break, they unpack the finale of 'Widow's Bay' and discuss where it could go from there (8:35). For more, visit the home site of the podcast at The Alabama Take with the link here: https://www.thealabamatake.com

4d ago

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35 min
11/16/2023

"ME!" by Taylor Swift

Josh, Hayden, and guest host Sarah Ferguson may have made an idiotic decision with this week's episode. That's right folks, we've decided to risk our own safety by dumping on Taylor Swift's truly irredeemable hit, "ME!" You may never hear from us again after this, so we hope you remember us fondly if the Swifty horde (or her dad Kingsley) takes us out. Sarah is truly baffled that Swift keeps winning awards for her singing, Josh does his best Brendon Urie and Bon Iver impressions, and Hayden begins assembling his dream cast for the inevitable Swift biopic.

11/16/2023

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1h 12m
Jun 2

Mysteries of 'Widow's Bay'; Plus, 'The Boroughs,' 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,' and More!

This week, Blaine welcomes and gives an overview of the episode (0:02) before moving into some brief thoughts on 'The Boroughs' on Netflix (0:37), which excels due to its cast, such as Clarke Peters. 'Devil in Silver' on AMC+ brings a question about Dan Stevens (4:19). The new Apple TV show 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' may be next for the hosts (6:19). Donovan and Adam agree that 'Hacks' has improved upon its third season (8:03). The last piece of non-spoilers is an overview of how they're all feeling about 'Widow's Bay' on Apple TV (10:23). After a break, the hosts unpack the sixth and seventh episodes of 'Widow's Bay' with spoilers (21:19). For the YouTube channel, visit The Alabama Take there.

Jun 2

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48 min
Apr 28

TV's Dark Corners: 'Euphoria,' 'Beef,' 'Half Man,' and More

In this week's episode, host Blaine welcomes everyone with an introduction and overview of the weekly show (0:02). To begin, Blaine and co-host Donovan discuss where listeners can see Adam on tour (0:59). Then the TV discussions begin with non-spoilers on why 'Euphoria' is struggling to make a connection (2:34), yet something as dark as 'Beef' and its second season is thrilling (8:34). After that, Blaine explains without spoilers how 'Half Man' is not for the faint at heart (12:26). He and Donovan discuss the seventh episode of 'Rooster' on HBO and the new Netflix series 'This is a Gardening Show,' both of which are exciting and pleasant (16:16). To begin spoilers, they discuss 'Beef' from Netflix and its first four episodes (21:36) before wrapping with 'Rooster' and its seventh. For more, visit The Alabama Take. To sign up for the newsletter, visit the link here.

Apr 28

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55 min
May 26

What 'Euphoria' Says About Culture; Plus, the Joy of 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' and a Classic 'Widow's Bay'

In this week's episode, Blaine gives a hello and introduction (0:02) before Donovan and Adam join the show. In Donovan's introduction, he offers life advice for the podcast listeners (0:40)and then the conversation turns to how much 'Euphoria' has devolved and what it says about the culture (1:35). From 'Euphoria,' Blaine gives various reasons on why 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' can bring so much joy to watch (14:29). Adam then gives a quick check-in for the HBO series 'Hacks' (19:19). Still in non-spoilers, Donovan and Blaine tell Adam how 'Widow's Bay' is doing amazing things (22:05). For spoilers, Blaine and Donovan discuss the fifth and great episode of 'Widow's Bay' (25:12). For more, visit The Alabama Take and its site. For the YouTube channel, visit the link here.

May 26

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41 min
Mar 24

Steve Carell's Greatness in 'Rooster' and the Tones of 'DTF St. Louis'

This week, per usual, host Blaine opens the episode with an introduction and overview of what's to come (0:02). From there with Adam and Donovan, they discuss the non-spoilers for the week. First, you have to see 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' (1:02). From there, it's the big events in TV in the past week with 'The Pitt' and 'The Bachelorette,' but how do they know about this stuff (5:05)? Still in non-spoilers, the guys discuss the tones of 'DTF St. Louis' and how it achieves some specific styles of greatness (9:42). Their non-spoiler talk of the other HBO show 'Rooster' leads them to ask how great Steve Carell may be (12:48). Finally in non-spoilers, Blaine advises all to avoid both 'Imperfect Women' on Apple TV and 'Scarpetta' on Amazon Prime (20:24). This leads Donovan to reveal some news on trade paperbacks (23:30). From there, it's a short break and then the spoilers: 'DTF St Louis' specifics on how it is getting better and better (26:42). Lastly, some spoilers about the second episode of the HBO series 'Rooster': it's good, but how good (49:59)? For more, visit The Alabama Take website. To sign up for the site's newsletter rather than rely on social media, sign up here. To help both the podcast and The Alabama Take site itself, consider making a donation of any size with the link here.

Mar 24

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1h 2m
Jun 11

Interview with Wesley about the Property

In this episode of Hidden Creatures, hosts Bo and Rainy talk with Wesley about his experiences on "The Property" as well as some other interesting experiences of his, from seeing a giant creature on the road at night to capturing eerie pictures on his trail cams. Tune in. Tell your friends. For more from The Alabama Take, visit the website here.

Jun 11

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33 min

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