PODCAST · comedy
First! Hosted by Alex and Friends
by No Show Radio
How many times have you tried to get your friend to watch your favorite television show only to say, "But you have to watch the next episode." or "Don't judge it off the first episode," ? Here at #first! we know the woes of the pilot episode and lean into it. Lacking proper social skills, Alex bonds with friends through media consumption and complaints. Join her as she makes those closest to her watch pilot episodes of television- the good, the bad, and the ugly. Bringing no experience other than being born into a binging generation to the table, Alex and her friends evaluate these pilots only to tear them apart. Mostly.
Episodes
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S2E18 - Season 2 Finale
Episode Notes On Episode 18 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan go over everything they watched in 2020. And we mean everything. And it's a lot. No really, a lot. This year took longer than anyone expected, including our recording schedule. Below is a list of every show mentioned in this episode. Some...
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S2E17 - White Collar Versus Veronica Mars
Episode Notes !!!Content Warning!!! Sexual abuse, sexual violence, date rape There is a discussion of a sexual violence scene that happens in Veronica Mars. If you would like to skip this, the discussion is from 53:00-57:00 . If you or someone you know is suffering from sexual abuse, there are...
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S2E16 - Medium Versus Kyle XY
Episode Notes On Episode 16 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan discuss some old throwbacks. Alex explains her feelings on Kyle XY so thoroughly, you won't believe until you listen. And Ethan talks about one of Alex's favorite "Mom shows". If you like what you heard today, please leave us a rate and...
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S2E15 - Star Wars Christmas Special Watch Along
Episode Notes On Episode 15 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan do something a little different. This episode is intended to be listened to as the same time as you watch the original 1978 Star Wars Christmas Special. Laugh along while Alex and Ethan make quips and drink to snaps. The movie can be...
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S2E14 - Rerun: It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia
Episode Notes On Episode 14 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan deep dive into one of their all time favorites: It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia. Listen as they discuss their favorites of the gang's seasons, stories, tropes, and antics. If you like what you heard today, please leave us a rate and...
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S2E15 - The Handmaid's Tale Versus The Crown
Episode Notes !!!Content Warning!!! Sexual abuse, sexual violence, and other abuse There is a discussion of a sexual violence scene that happens in the Handmaid's Tale. If you would like to skip this, the discussion is from 44:46 to 52:34. If you or someone you know is suffering from sexual…
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S2E12 - The United States of Tara Versus Shameless
Episode Notes On Episode 12 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan discuss how disfunctional families make for good television, and which of these series has better cinematography. If you like what you heard today, please leave us a rate and review so that our Mom's can actually believe us when we say...
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S2E11 - Marianne Versus Sleepy Hollow
On Episode 11 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan start celebrating spooky month! Alex will write more show notes when she has more spoons. For now, enjoy! If you like what you heard today, please leave us a rate and review so that our Mom's can actually believe us when we say people like the show....
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S2E10 - Highschool of the Dead Versus Deadman Wonderland
On Episode 10 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan start celebrating spooky month! Alex will write more show notes when she has more spoons. For now, enjoy! If you like what you heard today, please leave us a rate and review so that our Mom's can actually believe us when we say people like the show....
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S2E9 - Good Girls Versus Working Moms
On Episode 9 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan take on some female centric shows. Who doesn't like an all female ensemble cast? Alex, unsurprisingly, recommended yet another crime show. But this time it's got girls so it's ok. It's different, we promise. Ethan went a lighter route and recommended...
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S2E8 - Rerun: Archer
On Episode 8 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan tackle their first Rerun episode! Rerun episodes feature our lovely hosts talking about a show they love in its entirety! Little summary is done as they reminsece over their favorite gags while discussing the cultural impact of the show. Seeing as…
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S2E7 - The Act Versus Graceland
On Episode 7 of our podcast, Alex and Ethan take on some grittier crime shows. Or at the very least shows about crime. Gritter than Riverdale? Well, depends on who's watching. Alex was low key obsessed with The Act when it came out on Hulu so, naturally, she had to make someone else watch it. Not...
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S2E6 - Stumpton Versus Riverdale
On Episode 6 of our podcast Alex and Ethan do their first Self Pick episode! Aw dip, they just can't keep away from comics made for the scree. Although the comics have different vibes, somehow Archie manages to flirt with being a crime drama. Ethan has been meaning to watch Stumptown (created by...
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S2E5 - Borderline Versus Dollface
On Episode 5 of our podcast Alex and Ethan dip their toes into the Comedy waters. There really isn't much of a theme besides that. Ethan was bullied into watching an Office clone (because of course Alex suggested an Office clone) called Borderline. Alex was pointed towards Dollface. In a…
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S2E4 - Frisky Dingo + Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law Versus Harley Quinn
On Episode 4 of our podcast Alex and Ethan put on their pajamas, grab their favorite stuffed animal, and add a splash of whiskey to their cereal as they tackle these "Adult" cartoons. Not that kind of adult, you pervs! Just, like, you know. Stuff that would play on Adult Swim. And did play on…
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S2E3 - Colony Versus The Twilight Zone
On Episode 3 of our podcast Alex and Ethan get a little weird with some Sci-Fi shows. You may have remembered last season's finale where Alex gushed over Colony (2016). Well it's her show so you bet your robo-alien butt that she made Ethan give it a go! Ethan picked a solid choice this week by...
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No Show Radio Announcement: Closure of Network and Transitions
Hey there! Just an update as to what's going on with our network No Show Radio. Unfortunately, the network is dissolving but First! will continue on. Our next full episode will release July 10th and we will be resuming our regular releases. To those who have followed us through NSR, thank you for...
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S2E2 - Midnight Texas Versus Doom Patrol
On Episode 2 of our podcast Alex and Ethan blow dust off covers to witness some book adaptations come to life. Alex, in a cheap shot right in the beginning, tricks Ethan into watch Midnight Texas (2017). Ethan is trying to do Alex a solid (but maybe forgot she is loathed to enjoy super hero…
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S2E1 - A First! Re-pilot: Galavant Versus Fleabag
Welcome back to First! They were green lit for a second season and boy are they excited to be back! One name change later and now Alex can drag whichever friend she wants onto this absurd show. This season you, dear listener, will get to know the new co-host Ethan! They have known each other for…
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S1E17 - First! Recaps of Season 1
On Episode 17 of our podcast Alex and Spencer enjoy the fruits of their labor because this is their Season 1 finale! The longest episode to date and for good reason. The two buds share which shows they stuck with after being forced to watch the pilot. And what they watched outside of homework for...
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S1E16 - Friends: Holiday Armadillo Versus Black Mirror: White Christmas
On Episode 16 of our podcast Alex and Spencer sit down to share some eggnog as they dish out some holiday specials. Alex, knowing Spencer's great dislike of Friends, shoved The One With the Holiday Armadillo down his vision throat. Spencer, as the true Grinch of the show, ruined any fuzzy feel...
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S1E15 - Rerun: Mad Men
On Episode 15 of our podcast Alex and Spencer rant about one of Spencer's favorite shows. Alex has seen it all the way through once meanwhile Spencer binges it like a pro. Make an old fashioned and tell your secretary you're busy, it's time to chat about Mad Men. The whole of Mad Men. Spoilers…
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S1E14 - VEEP Versus House of Cards
On Episode 14 of our podcast Alex and Spencer do their best not to talk politics with family over a turkey dinner! Spencer finally watches VEEP which we all knew he would love. Alex finally watches House of Cards but don't worry, we try to not talk about K* S** as much as we can. For once both of...
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S1E13 - Law & Order Versus Star Trek: The Next Generation
On Episode 13 of our podcast Alex and Spencer tackle some long ass shows. There was some initial confusion but here's how it throws down: Alex watched Star Trek The Next Generation AND Law & Order SVU while Spencer watched Law & Order. At least Spencer had his poop in a group. Alex utterly…
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S1E12 - Hemlock Grove Versus Scream Queens
On Episode 12 of our podcast Alex and Spencer get sick on Halloween candy. Alex twists Spencer's arm into watching Scream Queens while Spencer force feeds Alex...well. Nothing. She had to pick her own show. Some people can't handle the thrill of spooky scary things and that's ok! Hemlock Grove…
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S1E11 - Record of Lodoss War Versus Death Parade
On Episode 11 of our podcast Alex and Spencer thought 'Wow, we really know nothing about anime. Let's talk about it again!' Alex suggests the most on brand anime of all time to Spencer- The Record of Lodoss War(1998). Spencer recommended the edgiest show yet- Death Parade (2015). Because they…
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S1E10 - Once Upon a Time Versus The Good Place
On Episode 10 of our podcast where we travel fantastical lands through media, Alex and Spencer take on two very different shows. Do you remember that late night soap opera with the fairy tale creatures, Once Upon a Time (2011)? Yeah not a lot of folks do. Good thing we brought in something super...
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S1E9 - Dharma and Greg Versus Frasier
On Episode 9 of our podcast where we thought about wearing a tank top over a tshirt, Alex and Spencer tackle TV shows they definitely should not have watched as kids! Alex, as one of those kids raised on 90 sitcoms, has to convince Spencer Dharma and Greg (1997) is a wholesome treasure. Spencer...
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S1E8 - Clueless Versus Community Repilot
On Episode 8 of our podcast which we definitely recorded after the high of buying new school supplies, Alex and Spencer watching some shows about education! Alex has fond memories of the movie Clueless but has 0 context for the TV show Clueless (1996). Boy aren't we glad she made Spencer watch it...
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S1E7 - My Hero Academia Versus Lucky Star
On Episode 7 of our podcast where we challenge the most dedicated of fans, Alex and Spencer tackle some anime shows. WARNING: Alex usually only watches shows her Thunder Buddy tells her will make her cry. Spencer is a total anime nerd but plays it cool. They know very little and have stronger...
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S1E6 - Orphan Black Versus Californication
On Episode 6 of our podcast of which we have broken the intended format for the third week straight, Alex and Spencer treat themselves to a Self Pick week. Sometimes there is a show you've been meaning to watch and you just need a little help from your friends to get there. Alex picked cult…
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S1E5 - Rerun: Arrested Development
On Episode 4 of our podcast where we are reminded there is always money in the banana stand, Alex and Spencer take a look back at Arrested Development! It originated as an attempt to talk about the show as a whole but they get caught up in complaining about season 5. Spoiler: It's not great. Alex...
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S1E4 - The Hosts versus Swamp Thing
On Episode 4 of our podcast that we definitely don't use as our metaphorical clever glasses disguise, Alex and Spencer really enjoy but also really destroy Swamp Thing (2019). Swamp Thing is available on the DCUniverse streaming service and boy do they have thoughts on streaming services. And on…
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S1E3 - Manhattan Versus Hannibal
On Episode 3 of our podcast where we like to act smart, Alex and Spencer pick apart two dramas covering the deaths of innocents. In case you weren't on tumblr in the mid-2010s, Manhattan (2014) covers the Manhattan project and Hannibal (2013) is a serial killer who sorta got his own show. Alex…
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S1E2 - The Mick Versus A.P Bio
On Episode 2 of our podcast where we are a couple of assholes, Alex and Spencer decided to pick shows about assholes. Recently added, and recently canceled, The Mick (2017) and A.P Bio (2018) feature our favorite actors from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Spencer, not always a fan of Dee...
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S1E1 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer Versus Reaper
On our pilot episode of our podcast where we trash on pilot episodes, Alex and Spencer decided to go big instead of going home. Right out of the gate the dorky duo put Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) in their sights. Alex, having only recently completed her first watch through, twisted Spencer to...
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#First! Trailer
Who are we? What are we doing? Who let us have a podcast?! First! brings together Alex and Spencer for the sole purpose of complaining about bad TV. Each week, the hosts ask one another to watch the pilot episode of a show they love. Spencer brings the hot takes. Alex brings the hair trigger...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
How many times have you tried to get your friend to watch your favorite television show only to say, "But you have to watch the next episode." or "Don't judge it off the first episode," ? Here at #first! we know the woes of the pilot episode and lean into it. Lacking proper social skills, Alex bonds with friends through media consumption and complaints. Join her as she makes those closest to her watch pilot episodes of television- the good, the bad, and the ugly. Bringing no experience other than being born into a binging generation to the table, Alex and her friends evaluate these pilots only to tear them apart. Mostly.
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How many times have you tried to get your friend to watch your favorite television show only to say, "But you have to watch the next episode." or "Don't judge it off the first episode," ? Here at #first! we know the woes of the pilot episode and lean into it. Lacking proper social skills, Alex...
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