Ep 234 - President Curtis S1E8: Knox

Season Finale!?! amirite? Urite, you should saySemi Pertinent NewsNothing to report this weekDiscussion:MAIN THANG - PC S1E10 - TimberEpisode DetailsAir Date: 9/27/26Written by: James Siciliano & Cara McFarlaneDirected by: Erik KlingOfficial Synopsis: When a murderous American legend resurfaces, Curtis rises to the challenge - but doing so proves to be the ultimate test of his public image. Our Synopsis:  You can’t please all the people, all the time… but you can piss everyone off when you try to kill a sexy tree giant. ThemesPaul BunyanHis decapitated head was left in the woods, and fused with the treesEnemies of Curtis become Bunyan sympathisers Curtis’s Ex Wife making a run for his job?Hints at the end of her restoring Bunyan TreePutting the interest of the nation over your own?Curtis allows himself to be disliked for the good of the country. Favorite BitsStandard T&B (tag & bag)Oval AlertsLeft off the GIF of you winking over your sunglassesO’Doyle’s bad lip readingDon’t you say something cool and then jump!“Timber”I don’t mean to sound racist, but all these trees look alikeCurtis stealing a helicopter by asking for a band-aidTossed you out like a bag of mushrooms when the cops are coming(I used to drink drink in grad school)Chopper is ready ma’am. You can even remote control it with your arm thing if that becomes important later on.”Mud is basically an invisibility cloak I just wanted to feel a sense of belonging!Aww sour flesh!Lincoln is getting a hatBest/Worst PartsThe tree growing time lapse in the cold open (forming Paul’s body)The flip flop gene.. Oops sorry I thought that’s what you were going to sayUsing the chopper to woodchipper BunyanAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Christmas time... in Summer!Semi Pertinent NewsRick and Morty - The EndReleasing November 3, 2026, is Oni Press’s 200-page Rick and Morty: The End HC. This special edition will collect writer Daniel Kibblesmith, artists Jarrett Williams and Troy Little, and colorist Alessandro Santoro’s Rick and Morty: The End #1–6 and Rick and Morty Forever #0 in a single hardcover volume, available for $34.99.https://screenrant.com/rick-and-morty-the-end-collection-release/The Terrors of Jordan MendozaDiscussion:Episode DetailsAir Date: 9/20/26Written by: James Siciliano & Danielle UhlarikDirected by: Eric Meister & Mollie HelmsGuest Stars: Jim O'heir as SantaOfficial Synopsis: With Christmas spirit at an all-time low, Curtis attempts to find a fix by deploying a group of synthetic beings, custom-designed to spread cheer. Our Synopsis: What do a greeting card company and Skynet have in common? Tune in to find out!ThemesChristmas SpiritOnce we drop below 10% Spiritonium saturation, Christmas is overChristmas Spirit is a limited resourcePlan to use synthetic super soldiers to spread Christmas Spirit Use Hallmark to access the Christmas Spirit Algorythm Turns the synths into walking Hallmark Movie tropesSending the Christmas Synths to Canada“It’s like sending a dragon back to dinosaur times, they don’t really belong, but the dinosaurs don’t notice.”Why does he say this like he has had experience with this? Huge Fight with SantaSynths are now out in the general populationFavorite BitsThe Humbuggler not knowing who the Hamburgler is11 second countdownBanks being really into ChristmasAnd O’Doyle hating itFinch always has a dick-bomb gun handyEd Carol being offended when Banks tells him he looks like SantaAnd then being shamed for itThe Chrismanthium Core (lava lamp noodles)The un-stainable yellow shirts bit6 News live with Step Sisters Mika & CarolynThe synths all having a positive reaction to dyingJanice singing public domain songsAll my tech is set to spring forward, cuz Finch don’t fall back!Finch really hating Daylight Savings TimeSanta calling everyone by their first nameSanta’s ice powersThe Reindemons Carrot Tipped RoundsChekhov's CarrotSanta’s tear turning to iceBanks implanting a dick-bomb in Santa’s spine Curse these hoods and their blind spotsWhat warlocks can regrow heads? Better check with your DMO’Doyle having an alarm set for when it is Christmas (its a phone alarm and the sound is like a watch alarm)Best/Worst PartsO’Doyle just criticizing everything the entire episodeEd Carol turning out to really be SantaThe transformation animation is sick“Ed is my undercover boss name”Coal is like garlic for Santa’sThe missing flashbackSanta knowing Banks’ backstory and not telling her“That’s what you get for trying to squeeze canonical stuff into this mission.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's your standard episode... your GOLD standard episode! It's time for Knox!Semi Pertinent NewsRick and Morty - The EndReleasing November 3, 2026, is Oni Press’s 200-page Rick and Morty: The End HC. This special edition will collect writer Daniel Kibblesmith, artists Jarrett Williams and Troy Little, and colorist Alessandro Santoro’s Rick and Morty: The End #1–6 and Rick and Morty Forever #0 in a single hardcover volume, available for $34.99.https://screenrant.com/rick-and-morty-the-end-collection-release/The Terrors of Jordan MendozaDiscussion:MAIN THANG - PC S1E8 - KnoxEpisode DetailsAir Date: 9/13/26Written by: Anne LaneDirected by: Juan Meza-LeonGuest Stars: Maria BamfordOfficial Synopsis: A robbery at Fort Knox puts Curtis and the FBI on a manhunt for the culprit, forcing O’Doyle to confront figures from his past. Our Synopsis: O’Doyle’s mommy issues come back to taunt him and he will have to go back to his roots to clear his name. DiscussionThemesO’Doyle’s Backstory Mommy IssuesAll the gold from Ft. Knox is stolen and O’Doyle’s mom is the main suspectMan O’Doyle really hates his momLeprechaun mind melds are called Rainbow ConnectionsThe euphoric feelings Leprechauns get from lyingAnd how O’Doyle suppresses that by not doing itOrla O’Doyle is taking out all the matriarchs to unite all the Leprechaun clansReverse-rob Ft. KnoxSetting up for some big end of season event?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

President Lincoln and Banks' memories fill the A and B stories on this new episode! Semi Pertinent NewsRickmobile @ Dragon ConThey handed out masksCosplay contestThe Terrors of Jordan MendozaSeptember 13th – short form sketch comedy (15 minute episodes)Discussion:MAIN THANG - PC S1E7 - GhostsEpisode DetailsAir Date: 9/6/26Written by: Haley DanielsDirected by: Erik KlingGuest Stars:  Dan Bakkedahl, Eric Bauza, David Cross, Mikey Day, David Herman, Nick Reczynski, Sam Richardson, Andy St. Clair, Alanna Ubach (Are these all guest stars or is the cast just growing)Official Synopsis: When Banks gets malware, O’Doyle enters her brain to find a fix. Curtis gives the ghost of Lincoln a gift that lets him settle his unfinished business. Our Synopsis:  Banks forgets to update her antivirus while Ghost Lincoln has (at least four) scores to settle. DiscussionThemesBanks’ Backstory MalwareI appreciate that they cooked up a creative way to hash out parts of her backstory. Introduces NuMind & Bureau of Robotics (BOR)O’Doyle goes into Banks’ brain to hunt the malware and discovers memories that reveal the truth about Banks’ pastStereotypical tech brohsReveal that Banks developed the tech that is in her brain nowDouble Cross from Logan at NuMind that used Banks and erased her memoriesDo we think this creates a thread where Banks might be looking for him in later episodes?Ghost Lincoln They had to give Curtis something to do in this episodeGhost Gloves “You got hands, Abe!”Lincoln gets too used to his new found freedoms and wants to take back the White House / Restart the Civil War (so he can finish it)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's talk Lousiana and its purchase on President Curtis!Semi Pertinent NewsGet JiroBased on the acclaimed graphic novel from Anthony Bourdain and Joel Rose published through DC’s iconic Vertigo imprint, GET JIRO will debut on Adult Swim the evening of Saturday, October 3 at midnight ET/PT as part of its Toonami anime/action block, and will stream the next day on HBO Max. Adult Swim also released the official trailer today DISCUSSIONMAIN THANG - PC S1E6 - HollowEpisode DetailsAir Date: 8/30/26Written by: Danielle UhlarikDirected by: Juan Meza-LeonGuest Stars:  Alex Brightman, Thomas Lennon, Ken Marino, Piotr Michael, Jaime Moyer, Maulik Pancholy, Sam Richardson, Stephen RootOfficial Synopsis: When America faces a national energy crisis, Curtis and his team venture deep into Hollow Earth to find a solution. Our Synopsis:  Curtis and the gang will go to any depth to get the energy this nation needs. DiscussionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's talk Lousiana and its purchase on President Curtis!Semi Pertinent NewsRick and Morty x Silver Lake Shorts Event - Monday 10/17Brandon brings his reportDISCUSSIONMAIN THANG - PC S1E5: DavidEpisode DetailsAir Date: 8/23/26Written by: Malloy MoseleyDirected by: Mollie HelmsGuest Stars:  Janeane Garofalo, Jon Glaser, Kerri Kenny-Silver, Jane LynchOfficial Synopsis: After butting heads with his own party, Curtis visits Camp David to undergo a true test of his presidential prowess.Our Synopsis:  Curtis fights a water witch while the white house staff salutes their shorts. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's talk Lousiana and its purchase on President Curtis!Semi Pertinent NewsRick and Morty x Silver Lake Shorts Event - Monday 10/17Brandon is going and we will get a full report next weekJoin us for an inside look at Season 9 of Rick and Morty with a panel highlighting the team that brings the show to life and a party to celebrate our vibrant animation community!DISCUSSIONMAIN THANG - PC S1E4 - PurchaseEpisode DetailsAir Date: 8/16/26Written by: Brian Prodi FlynnDirected by: Erik KlingGuest Stars: Nat Faxon, Gillian Jacobs, Rafael Petardi, Danny PudiOfficial Synopsis After finding an addendum on the Louisiana Purchase receipt, Curtis must race against old enemies and friends to hold control of the territory.Our Synopsis: The French try to take back ⅓ of the USA using a wrinkled old Napoleon dong. Vampires help.  DiscussionThemesLouisiana PurchaseFrontier Forfeit Napoleon's penis is a citizenFavorite BitsMust eat lethal chicken! (unless it is in the garbage) “That would be less Alpha.”The Rhode Island throwing star being way smaller than the other throwing starsBanks listening to a podcast (about adding Lincoln’s hat to Mt. Rushmore) on her solo mission (thoughts successfully avoided)The meta commentary about something that happened in last week’s episode (about ratting each other out)O’Doyle not knowing what Watergate is and thinking they are talking about Water WorldCurtis texting Monty the vampire to set up the fake fightStraw teethO’Doyle calling vampires “Hemo-goblins”Vampire laser dotsBank’s French translator (Correction, I have the penis, and POOR DESIGN)“We can finally see Nebraska”Outdoor judge rules (gavel down)The post credits text convo between Curtis and MontyBest/Worst PartsThe Rube Goldberg machine that notifies France that the US entered the caveThe mini model in the aviaryThe lone pigeon survivorTrained to peck at the Arc de TriompheThe confused security guard at the courthouseChomps falling out of the helicopterListener Suggorstions and Short OutsSpotify CommentsZackrase - Great way to end an awesome season! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We're trying to catch up here... episodes 1 through 3 of President Curtis!!!Semi Pertinent NewsS9 of Rick and Morty is coming to Blu-Ray this NovemberWarner Bros. Home Entertainment has announced that they will be bringing Adult Swim’s hit Rick and Morty: The Complete Ninth Season to Blu-Ray and DVD on November 3, 2026. Don’t miss out on all 10 episodes plus bonus content including exclusive content only available on the Blu-ray and DVD.MAIN THANG - President Curtis is here! (Episodes 1-3)DiscussionGeneral thoughtsSimilarities to RaMDifferencesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Season 9 is in the books—let's break down what worked, what wobbled, and where we go from here!Semi Pertinent NewsReflecting on SDCCPC plug for the start of our recapsMAIN THANG - S9 Season RecapDiscussionSeason 9 as a wholeOverall themesAlcoholismRick wasted beyond belief in A Ricker Runs Through ItSo drunk he cuts his head off in a portalRick having a distillery in the sub basementAnd kills the Sympathid with his alcohol toleranceAdding drugs to the mix in Salute Your MortsThe impact alcohol has on Rick and the lack of it in Mort's realityThe bond between Rick and Morty and their codependencyMorty getting jealous about Evil MortyRick using Morty for 2FAThe throughline of Rick and Morty's connection in the finale (I'm your Dad)How does it hold up to past seasons?Very wellPredictions RevisitedEpisode plots"There's Something About Morty""Ricks Days, Seven Nights""Rick Fu Hustle""A Ricker Runs Through It""Jer Bud""Erickerhead""MortGully: The Last Rickforest""Rickuiem Mort a Dream""Salute Your Morts""Field of Dreams"Title sequences guessesBrandon: 5 for 5Travis: 3 of 5 (Boot boat and unicorns were misses)Top 2/Bottom 2BrandonTop: Mortgully & Ricks Days Seven NightsBottom: Jer Bud / A Ricker Runs Through ItTravisTop: Field of Dreams & Mortgully: The Last RickforestBottom: Jer Bud & Salute Your MortsLooking ahead to S10Listener Suggestions and Shout OutsBlueskyChris Lloyd - The tom sawyer reference in the brohnopsis is because he goes to his own funeral in the bookEmail!Rob RobertsAnother great season of R+M. I cannot imagine a life without this amazing podcast to go to after each episode. Many thanks!I'm a sucker for the more sentimental episodes like "Field of Dreams" and "Ricks Days, Seven Nights", so I loved the finale. I can't wait to hear which are your favorite episodes this season. For what it's worth, Jer Bud (w/ the return of Snowball) was one of my least best episodes. However, I went back and watched it again recently and found it more entertaining. The Jerry part of the story is just so good. His line "You are ALL my wife now!" was so reminiscent of the time he said, "I'm the Jesus Christ of Christmas!" So funny!Two things before I close:Thank goodness for the return of the pool!I was so glad to hear neither of you remembered where the Mr. Poopy Butthole saga left off. I too was clueless during the close. I gotta go back (or I will just wait for Unity to chime in during the next podcast).Thanks for all you do!100 Years!Rob Robert Roberts(j/k, it's ONLY Rob Roberts, as if that isn't ridiculous enough on its own, haha!)Facebook{{facebook}}Instagram{{instagram}}ReviewsSocial Media: X: https://www.twitter.com/rickandmortypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickandMortyPodcast/ Instagram: RickandMortyPodcast Email: mailto:[email protected] Bluesky: Rickandmortypod.bsky.socialOn the Web: Reddit: https://www.Rickandmorty.reddit.com Our Subreddit: https://www.RickandMortyPodcast.reddit.com Website: https://www.rickandmortypod.comFor Video, go to: https://www.YouTube.com/ApatheticEnthusiasmSupport the show: PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/apatheticEnthusiasmAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Field of Dreams" is our season finale and there's a LOT to unpack, broh!Semi Pertinent NewsPresident Curtis - PanelRick and Morty PanelAdult Swim on the GreenMAIN THANG - S9E10 - Field of DreamsEpisode DetailsAir Date: 7/26/2026Written by: Heather Anne Campbell & Jess LacherDirected by: Eugene HuangGuest Stars: Malin AckermanBroh-nopsis: Tom Sawyer, broh.Our Synopsis: A lot to unpack in this one brohDiscussionTitle Reference: Field of DreamsThemes (A/B Plot)The grass isn't always greenerRick's genius is stunted by an ordinary lifeAn interesting end to a season that really explores Rick's relationship with addictionFavorite BitsBest/Worst PartsListener Suggestions and Shout OutsSocial Media:X: https://www.twitter.com/rickandmortypodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickandMortyPodcast/Instagram: RickandMortyPodcastEmail: mailto:[email protected]: Rickandmortypod.bsky.socialOn the Web:Reddit: https://www.Rickandmorty.reddit.comOur Subreddit: https://www.RickandMortyPodcast.reddit.comWebsite: https://www.rickandmortypod.comFor Video, go to: https://www.YouTube.com/ApatheticEnthusiasmSupport the show:PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/apatheticEnthusiasmAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy