This post was written prior to the unexpected passing of Nicholas Brendon. My thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. Welcome back to The Character Couch! Today we’re pulling out the worn leather cushion and inviting onto it a character who spent seven seasons being called ordinary by nearly everyone around him—including, on … Continue reading The Character Couch – Xander Harris
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The Character Couch – Marshall Eriksen
Welcome back to The Character Couch! Today we’re putting on our amateur psychology hats to examine one of television’s most underappreciated characters: Marshall Eriksen from How I Met Your Mother—a man who spent nine seasons being the emotional backbone of his friend group while the show rewarded the louder, flashier dysfunction happening around him. Here’s … Continue reading The Character Couch – Marshall Eriksen
The Madison: Grief, Montana, and the Rich People Who Need Both
SPOILER WARNING: This post contains significant spoilers for The Madison, including major plot details and character developments from all six episodes of Season 1. If you haven't watched and plan to, bookmark this and come back. You've been warned. Let me tell you something about Taylor Sheridan. The man has a type. He makes sprawling, … Continue reading The Madison: Grief, Montana, and the Rich People Who Need Both
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 90
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 90
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 89
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 89
Angel Investigations: The Cases and Mysteries of the Private Detective Agency
When Joss Whedon and David Greenwalt launched Angel in October of 1999, they weren't just spinning off a popular character from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They were attempting something far more ambitious — a genre experiment that blended supernatural horror with classic film noir, wrapped around the brooding, centuries-old vampire who had already captured the … Continue reading Angel Investigations: The Cases and Mysteries of the Private Detective Agency
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 88
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 88
The Influence of Canadian Productions on American Afternoon TV
I have a confession to make: for years, I thought You Can't Do That on Television was just another Nickelodeon show. You know the kind—loud, chaotic, vaguely educational in that way that made parents feel okay about letting you watch it while they made dinner. I watched kids get slimed for saying "I don't know." … Continue reading The Influence of Canadian Productions on American Afternoon TV
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 87
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 87
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 86
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 86
The Confusing Middle 