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Sorkin' In It: The Films & Television of Aaron Sorkin
Hosted by Lex Friedman and Brian Warren · EN
First, they watched all of Aaron Sorkin’s movies. Then they watched The Newsroom, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, and Sports Night. Now, Lex and Brian are watching… Friday Night Lights? (Don’t think about it too hard, folks.)
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5.6: El Accidente (Friday Night Lights S1E6)
2w ago00:38:39Tap to summarizeBrian’s not a fan of the name of this episode, but that doesn’t mean the episode is bad. Lex and Brian do agree that Landry is the best and Coach Taylor was being a butt. Note: Lex’s audio is a little weird in this ep, which is perhaps the biggest accidente. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →5.5: Git'er Done (Friday Night Lights S1E5)
4w ago00:34:06Tap to summarizeCoach Taylor’s still struggling with that perennial debate: Voodoo, or the quarterback who ISN’T a colossal jerk. Tough call. Meanwhile, Jason’s less than thrilled about all the time Lyla’s spending with Riggins. But you’ll relish the time you spend with us, as we Sorkin’ through Friday Night Lights. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →5.4: Who's Your Daddy (Friday Night Lights S1E4)
May 2100:35:52Tap to summarizeThere’s a new new quarterback in town, and Matt Saracen isn’t thrilled. But Buddy is. Coach is throwing a party, or really, asking Tami to do so… with only two days to plan it. And Jason Street is in denial. Where are we? Square in the middle of Sorkinville, USA: Dillon, Texas. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →5.3: Wind Sprints (Friday Night Lights S1E3)
May 700:36:32Tap to summarizeYou can’t win ‘em all. And the Panthers don’t. Meanwhile, Lyla tries to convince Jason he’ll walk again. And Coach makes his players run drills in the rain. Honestly, this time around… we’re Soakin’ In It. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →5.2: Eyes Wide Open (Friday Night Lights S1E2)
Apr 2300:36:42Tap to summarizeMatt Saracen has a grandma. And a job. Oh, and he’s now officially QB1, after Jason Street learns he will never walk again. Lyla can’t stop visiting Jason, but Tim won’t even start. And Coach Taylor has a lot of pressure. But with the clear eyes of Lex and Brian guiding you through, dear listener, you can’t lose. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →5.1: Pilot (Friday Night Lights S1E1)
Apr 300:37:51Tap to summarizeAfter covering all of Sorkin’s films, we moved to TV with The Newsroom, Studio 60, and Sports Night. Now, there’s only one show left to cover, with perhaps Sorkin’s finest and enduring work yet: Friday Night Lights. We start with the pilot, meeting a whole bunch of characters, and Lex is deeply curious about whether Brian will like the show or regret signing up for yet another season. Find out the answer and enjoy a new theme song. It’s Season 5 of Sorkin’ In It. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Friday Night Lights Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →4.45: Quo Vadimus (Sports Night S2E22)
Mar 2000:28:38Tap to summarizeThe team is clearly eyeing their future while the fate of the network lies in the balance. Rebecca returns, Natalie and Jeremy are back with full hearts in orbit around each other, and Clark Gregg is there with his inexplicable sideburns. It’s the final episode of Sports Night; but, don’t worry friends, it’s not the final episode of Sorkin’ In It. Want to know what we’re doing next? Stick around. This episode is can’t miss. The future? Can’t lose. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Sports Night [Amazon] Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →4.44: La Forza Del Destino (Sports Night S2E21)
Mar 500:24:20Tap to summarizeIn this, the penultimate episode of Sports Night and the current season of Sorkin’ In It, we start with a “big honkin’ doofus.” That doesn’t relate to the plot, but we just love saying it. The gang’s at the bar meeting strangers and pondering the future — of the network, of the show, of their lives. These are desperate times — and Natalie’s not wearing socks, so who knows what will happen next! Whatever the future, Brian and Lex will be Sorkin’ In It. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Sports Night [Amazon] Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →4.43: Bells and a Siren (Sports Night S2E20)
Feb 1900:28:26Tap to summarizeNatalie has a job interview with Saturday Night Live. Tension at the studio builds as everyone worries about the future of the network. I don’t think you should be worried, though. Sure, there may be bells. There may be a siren. But Lex and Brian will be with you every step of the way. Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Sports Night [Amazon] Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
Transcribe →4.42: April Is the Cruelest Month (Sports Night S2E19)
Feb 900:25:28Tap to summarizeDan’s working to patch things up with everyone while he and Jeremy host a Seder for the team. Meanwhile, Casey’s figuring out his top favorite movies. Lex and Brian discover some overlap in their top movies too, but we’re best buds, so no need to patch anything up. Right Lex? … Lex? Lex Friedman and Brian Warren Referenced Works Sports Night [Amazon] Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get early access to podcasts, bonus episodes, and more.
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