The West Wing Weekly

By: Joshua Malina & Hrishikesh Hirway
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  • An episode-by-episode discussion of The West Wing, one of television’s most beloved shows, co-hosted by one of its stars, Joshua Malina, along with Hrishikesh Hirway of Song Exploder.

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  • Bulworth
    Oct 29 2024

    This week, we're discussing the 1998 film Bulworth, which features a rapping Warren Beatty, a young Josh Malina, a few problematic moments, and some wonderful and strange ones, too.

    For a real treat, watch the music video for Ghetto Supastar, which also features a young Josh Malina!

    What did you think of Bulworth? Join the conversation over on our Patreon and let us know on a scale of 1–10 forced calls!

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Judas and the Black Messiah
    Oct 22 2024

    What's more terrifying in Martin Sheen's depiction of J. Edgar Hoover—the racism, or the makeup?! We discuss ALL the important aspects of this cat-and-mouse thriller, which was nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture, and won two: Best Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Daniel Kaluuya.

    For additional viewing:

    • The Lucas Brothers
    • William O'Neal's full interview for Eyes on the Prize II

    Hoover and Sheen-as-Hoover, side by side:

    What did you think of Judas and the Black Messiah? Let us know on a scale of 1–10 simultaneously played saxophones over on our Patreon page, patreon.com/thewestwingweekly.

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    51 mins
  • Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
    Oct 15 2024

    This week, we're discussing the hilarious — and terrifying—Dr Strangelove.

    A few goodies:

    • An interview with title designer Pablo Ferro
    • "Are We the Baddies?" from That Mitchell and Webb Look

    George C Scott side-by-side with Tim Robinson (from I Think You Should Leave)

    Let us know what you thought of the film, on a scale of 1–10 precious bodily fluids! Join the conversation on our Patreon at patreon.com/thewestingwingweekly.

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    49 mins

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Great hosts, great interviews and my favorite show

Really enjoy this podcast, was a great excuse to re-watch one of the best TV series ever. Josh and Hrishi do an amazing job breaking down episodes one by one, and have great guests from the cast and crew.

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Great witty banter

Breaks down each episode very well. Brings on great guests. Funny and serious when needed. Wonderful way to shed more light on an amazing show

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My favorite podcast

Hrishi and Josh bring a humorous and insightful lens to one of my favorite shows ever. Definitely worth a listen.

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