Needs Some Introduction

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'Last Seen' Finale and Thoughts on 'East of Eden'

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We recap and review the season finale of Apple TV’s Australian thriller Last Seen, along with a few digressions on fall foliage trips and upcoming podcast plans. We discu

Oct 7
1 h 02 min

'Lanterns' Season 1 Finale: Halograms and Secrets Revealed

Victor welcomes Alan as guest co-host on Needs Some Introduction to discuss the Season 1 finale of HBO Max’s Lanterns, while noting Darren is on vacation and previewing u

Oct 6
1 h 17 min

'Last Seen' Episode 5: Flashbacks, Moral Lines, and a Dangerous Next Move

In this episode of Needs Some Introduction, we check in on the nor’easter, preview upcoming coverage of HBO Max’s War and the Lanterns finale, and note the Montclair Film

Sep 30
1 h 06 min

Lanterns’ Penultimate Episode, 'PrimeTime' vs. 'Predators', and 'Mobland'

On this episode of Need Some Introduction, Darren and I discuss the penultimate episode of Lanterns (“The Jordan Boys Legacy”), including its father-son themes, the revel

Sep 29
1 h 11 min

'Last Seen' Ep. 4 “The Truth” + Sona watched 'Widow's Bay' and Family TV Recommendations

We recap and discuss “The Truth,” episode four of Last Seen, including how the show keeps suspense high while answering questions quickly, and we debate frustrations with

Sep 23
1 h 38 min

'Lanterns' Episode 6 “Bad Optics” , Zach Cregger’s 'Resident Evil' + 'Reacher' Finale & 'MobLand' S2 Premiere

Victor previews a packed “Need Some Introduction” episode covering Lanterns, Zach Cregger’s new Resident Evil film, the MobLand Season 2 premiere, and the Reacher season

Sep 22
1 h 36 min

'Last Seen' Episode 3 “The Lie” + Emmy Chat, and What’s Next on the Podcast

We recap and react to Episode 3 of Last Seen, “The Lie,” focusing on how fast the mystery is moving and how close everyone is to connecting the clues. We discuss Sarah/Ma

Sep 16
1 h 04 min

'Lanterns' Episode 5 “Lights Out” + 'Reacher' Thoughts and TV/Movie Catch‑Up

Darren and I recap and react to “Lights Out,” the fifth episode of Lanterns, along with what we’ve been watching and a few culture/news updates. We start with talk about

Sep 16
1 h 07 min

'Last Seen' (Apple TV+) Episodes 1–2 Plus: Rewatching 'The Sopranos'

In this episode of Need Some Introduction, we discuss the first two episodes of Apple TV+’s six-episode Australian series Last Seen (often mistakenly called “Last Call”),

Sep 10
1 h 19 min

'Lanterns' Episode 4: "The Weenie", a Deepening Conspiracy Emerges

In this episode, Darren and I recap Lanterns episode 4, “The Weenie,” which Victor calls his favorite so far because the mysteries are sharpening and the next-episode tra

Sep 8
59 min

'Lanterns’ Episode 3: John Stewart's Origin + 'Reacher' Nears the Finale

In this midweek episode, Darren and I check in on what we’ve been watching and preview what’s coming next on the podcast. We dig into a tense, setup-heavy Reacher episode

Sep 3
1 h 09 min

'Furious' Season Finale: “Hart Island” (and Season 2 Announcement) + Upcoming Show Coverage

In this episode of Need Some Introduction, we break down the season one finale of Furious, “Heart Island,” and react to Hulu renewing the series for season two—apparently

Aug 31
1 h 09 min

'Lanterns' Episode 2 Heats Up, Reacher’s Femme Fatale Twist, + 'Motor City', 'Don’t Say Good Luck'

Victor and Darren check in on what they’ve been watching, then break down Reacher and HBO Max’s Lanterns episode 2. They discuss Reacher’s latest twists—especially the re

Aug 27
1 h 11 min

'Furious' S1E7 “Some Days It Don’t Come Easy” + Sopranos Rewatch, 'Adults' S2

In this penultimate Furious recap, we break down Episode 7 (“Some Days It Don’t Come Easy”) as the season’s biggest table-setting hour, with major revelations and escalat

Aug 24
1 h 30 min

'Lucky' Finale, 'The End of Oak Street' Praise, and HBO’s 'Lanterns' Debut + 'Reacher'

In this episode of Needs Some Introduction, Darren and I dig into the season (and possibly series) finale of Lucky and also catch up on what we’ve been watching lately. W

Aug 20
1 h 01 min

'Furious' - "They Make a Noise Like Feathers" (Episode 6)

We open with quick TV catch-ups, including Deli Boys being canceled and Victor and Sona’s thoughts on season two, then Victor discusses Bret Easton Ellis’s The Shards: it

Aug 17
1 h 05 min

'Lucky' Nears the Finale: Olyphant’s Origin Story, + 'Reacher' Season 4 and 'Leviticus'

Darren and I break down “Wherever You Go, There You Are,” the penultimate episode of Apple TV+’s Lucky, and talk about why it felt like some of the show’s strongest work—

Aug 13
1 h 08 min

'Furious' Episode 5 “Pick a Sticker” + Movie Recommendations from the Patreons

We break down Furious Episode 5 (“Pick a Sticker”), our favorite episode so far, and talk about why the show’s plotting and thematic payoffs feel so tight. We also share

Aug 10
1 h 06 min

'Lucky' Episode 5 + 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' AND Spider-Man Rankings

In this midweek episode of Need Some Introduction, Darren and I focus on the huge box-office phenomenon of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, our experiences seeing it in packed

Aug 6
1 h 32 min

'Furious' Episode 4 “Flash Flood”, Medusa/Dickinson Themes, and Nora’s Buried Case + 'Spider-Man'

Victor and Sona open by debating the latest Spider-Man movie’s length, 3D presentation, and emotional payoff, with Victor teasing a separate spoiler-filled ranking podcas

Aug 3
1 h 22 min

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#108 ▲ 12 After Shows US

What listeners say

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I listen / watch …a lot of rewatch podcasts and this has become my favorite. I’ll keep it brief : 1. It’s one person, no back and forth, no stupid jokes, no tiresome chitchat, just rewatch !! Thank you thank you 2. Your humility! Thank you, we don’t need you to be an expert on everything known to man, thank you for watching, analyzing and explaining to the best of your ability, you do a better job than I could do and it’s why I tune in. 3. Your analysis , and the sound quality ( simple production value)is all I need. Your slight accent is charming, your clear and straightforward explanation, scene by scene is awesome. Thank you. I’m listening now to your in depth Industry re-watch and I’m really enjoying it so much more now because I’m understanding it a bit better!

Marshee10012 · Jan 2026

The host, Victor, brings on a variety of cohosts, keeping things lively, but isn't afraid to go solo on occasion. His Letterbox reviews are so beautifully written, I thought maybe he was a professional critic for a newspaper out in New Jersey where he lives, but he set me straight on it being an avocation rather than a vocation. In podcast form, he is more avuncular and less erudite, but it's always an enjoyable listen.

SlackerInc · Jan 2026

This is my go-to podcast when I look for commentary on the shows I’m watching. It’s like having a conversation with a friend. Victor almost always points out the same things I notice in shows, and his favorites of the year (except The Pitt!) are my favorites, too. He also has a wonderful voice. I particularly enjoyed his podcasts covering Andor.

ArtsandPie · Jan 2026

Victor seems like an affable guy and his easygoing rapport with Sona makes for a pleasant listen. I like that they’re actual adults and longtime fans of pop culture. The show is a nice change from all the podcasts hosted by people born in the mid/late '90s who haven’t seen or heard of anything made before the year 2000.

pah2105 · May 2025

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