Citizens of Pawnee: A Parks and Recreation Podcast

WE'RE BACK!!! For one more episode at least, as I cover the Parks and Recreation special episode that was filmed and released in 2020 for COVID-19 awareness and charities. As Leslie works hard at staying in touch her with friend group during the pandemic, we join them one last time as they raise awareness about the virus. Intro/general nonsense: It's been eight months... (00:06) FILLER: random sho...

This is it folks! This is the end! Join me one last time as I talk about my thoughts on season 7, as well as the series as a whole.  Thank you to everyone who has listened to or supported the show in any way!  Intro/general nonsense: I lost the lottery (00:39) FILLER: Parks and Rec Season 7 (05:32) Thank you! (53:08) @parkspalspodcast @jockandnerd @danceofjoypod @sasaandgoff

This week, my Parks and Recreation re-watch finally comes to an end as I discuss the series finale "One Last Ride" pt. 2. We see what the future holds for Jerry, Ron, Ben, and Leslie; and some old friends return!  Intro/general nonsense: Fantasy madness! (00:11) FILLER: The Paper S1E1-5 (03:53) "One Last Ride" Pt 2 (16:21) New episodes every Tuesday

This week I covered the first half of the series finale "One Last Ride." As the Parks crew says goodbye to Pawnee and eachother, we get glimpses into the future for Donna, Tom, April & Andy, Craig, and Jean-Ralphio.  Intro/general nonsense: Behind the scenes chaos (00:13) FILLER: Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party for Nintendo Switch (04:43); School of Rock- 2003 (07:49) How about a SPAM sandwich?? (12:...

This week, I covered the penultimate episode of the series "Two Funerals." Andy and Donna help Ron cope with the loss of a friend; Leslie helps Tom with his proposal for Lucy; Ben and April look for a new mayor; and Jerry finally comes out on top! Intro/general nonsense: Back to school (00:12) FILLER: Peacemaker S2E1 (06:57) "Two Funerals" (15:37) New episodes every Tuesday 

This week, I covered "The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show" from season 7. On the last day of filming for Andy's TV show, the gang gives a retrospective on his three personalities: Johnny Karate, Burt Macklin, and of course, Andy Dwyer; April worries that she's pulling Andy away from his dream job. Intro/general nonsense: Telemarketers and dance parents (00:10) FILLER: Alien Eart...

This week, I covered "Pie-Mary" from season 7. Leslie and Ben shake things up with the annual pie-baking event; April, Andy, and Ron go on a scavenger hunt; and Jerry keeps losing his personal belongings. Intro/general nonsense: my loud family (00:35) and butterflies (03:47) Program Announcement (05:10) "Pie-Mary" (07:08) New episodes every Tuesday 

This week, I covered "Ms. Ludgate-Dwyer Goes to Washington" from season 7. April and Leslie head to Washington to make a presentation, while Andy, Ben, and Ron try to find April a new job. Also, RON HAS BROTHERS?! Intro/general nonsense: no more garden parties (00:14); Chipotle still sucks (02:53); and Teresa from Germany checks in (08:25)! "Ms. Ludgate-Dwyer Goes to Washington" (16:45) New episod...

This week, I covered "Donna and Joe" from season 7. Ben is approached about running for congress; Ron makes things awkward for Lucy and Tom; April and Andy deal with the crazy Meagle family; and Donna and Joe tie the knot. Intro/general nonsense: my house is melting (00:08), and caterpillars (02:30) FILLER: Fantastic Four: First Steps (07:05) NO Spoilers "Donna and Joe" (17:21)...

This week, I covered "Save JJ'S" from season 7. The gang rallies to save the beloved JJ's Diner from being shut down; Donna invites Lucy to her wedding, which makes things complicated for Tom; and the return of TREAT 'YO SELF! Intro/general nonsense: "Can I see your ID?" (00:39); and an old segment returns (07:50) FILLER: The Monkey (2025) (11:57) "Save JJ's" (18:00) New episodes every Tuesday

This week, I covered "Gryzzlbox" from season 7. Ben and Leslie infiltrate Gryzzl after learning they are data-mining; Tom becomes Andy's Johnny Karate agent; and April reluctantly helps Craig find some new interns. Intro/general nonsense: sweet vintage toy find and sale (00:08) FILLER: Sinners (2025) (11:06) "Gryzzlbox" (19:30) New episodes every Tuesday

This week, I covered "Leslie and Ron" from season 7. Following last week's events, Leslie and Ron have been locked in the Parks office, by Ben, and will not be let out until they settle their differences.  Intro/general nonsense: crickets suck; Aldi fail (00:09) FILLER: Ironheart S1 *SPOILERS* (12:04); Black Mirror S7E1 "Common People" *SPOILERS* (22:17) "Leslie and Ro...

This week I covered the episode "William Henry Harrison" from season 7. The Parks Service tries to find a way to have the Newport Land designated as "historical property" so Gryzzl can't build on it; Ron and Gryzzl reach out to a local celebrity to be their new spokesperson; April still mulls over about what you do with her future; and Ben has trouble getting Leslie and Ron...

This week, I covered "Ron & Jammy" from season 7. When Jamm and Tammy 2 start dating in an attempt to make Ron jealous, it proves to be ineffective; April questions her career and future; Tom and Andy drunkenly take a cab to Chicago to reunite with an old friend; and Ron and Leslie present their cases for the Newport Land. Intro/general nonsense: Hell weather, sump pumps, brakes jobs...

This week, I started the final season of Parks and Rec with the premier episode "2017." It's the year 2017 and Leslie and Ron are enemies for an unknown reason; April and Andy worry about becoming lame adults; and Tom ruins a big night for Ben. Intro/general nonsense: Wisconsin Dells, what the hell even IS tap-dancing?, and skig (00:08) "2017" (26:19) New episodes every Tue...

This week I covered "Moving Up: Part 2" from season 6. As the Unity Concert begins, Leslie struggles to find anyone willing to relocate to Chicago; Tom's Bistro has its grand opening; and April has a surprise for Andy! Intro/general nonsense: Teresa from Germany checks in (00:14) FILLER: The Last of Us Season 2 (07:53) Moving Up: Part 2" (12:47) Season 6 Recap (43:46) New episod...

This week, I covered the first part of the season 6 finale "Moving Up."  When Leslie travels to San Francisco for a conference, Ben and Andy tag along to try and get free wifi for Pawnee; and the cold-open for Tom's Bistro is a disaster! Intro/general nonsense (00:08) "Moving Up: Part 1" (06:42) New episodes every Tuesday

This week, I covered "One in 8,000" from season 6. When Dr. Saperstein recommends that Leslie try and take it easy, this just makes things more stressful for Ben; Andy struggles to keep the pregnancy news a secret; a fundraising auction is held for the Unity Concert; and Ron and Donna volunteer at the local elementary school. Intro/general nonsense (00:11) FILLER: St Denis Medical (04:53) "One in...

This week, I covered "Flu Season 2" from season 6. When the Unity Concert headliner backs out, Leslie and Andy try and convince him to change his mind; Tom searches for a Master Sommelier at a wine tasting; Ben and Ron go for a walk; and Leslie has huge news for Ben! Intro/general nonsense (00:07) FILLER: The Handmaid's Tale (05:50) "Flu Season 2" (09:30) New episodes every...

This week, I covered "Prom" from season 6. As the Parks Department helps out with the Pawnee High Prom, Leslie and Ron butt heads over what's best for a local high schooler; Tom and Ben butt heads over the music playlist as they co-DJ; and Andy and April attend the prom as students.  Intro/general nonsense (00:11) FILLER: Abbott Elementary (03:50) and Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 (...

This week, I covered "Galentine's Day" from season 6. When Leslie starts to miss Ann, she throws an impromptu Galentine's Day celebration; Ron takes Andy to the dentist; Ben and Tom deal with a sleazy business owner; and Larry makes a big discovery. Intro/general nonsense (00:13) FILLER: Parks and Recreation 10 year anniversary at the Paley Center" (04:51) https://youtu.be/N...

This week, I covered "New Slogan" from season 6. Leslie tries to control the vote for Pawnee's new slogan; Donna and April help Tom scout possible locations for his restaurant; and Andy discovers Ron's biggest secret! Also, three Lerpisses! Intro/general nonsense (00:07) FILLER: Severance Season 2 SPOILERS (02:19) "New Slogan" (22:54) New episodes every Tuesday 

This week, I covered "The Wall" from season 6. Things keep getting worse for Leslie as she tries to justify the Pawnee-Eagleton merger; Ron finds some peace and quiet on the third floor (also, he has a son now!;) and Ben helps Tom pitch a business idea. Intro/general nonsense (00:09) FILLER kinda: Daredevil (03:50) and Severance S2 (07:51) updates  "The Wall" (16:54) New episod...

This week, I watched "Anniversaries" from season 6. When Leslie faces backlash from the Pawnee-Eagleton merger, she tries to exploit a married couple; Ben and Jerry spend a romantic day together; April has a problem with Donna; and Ron speaks his mind to local businesses. Intro: WE DID IT! With your help I was able to raise over $500 for St. Baldrick's cancer research! Thank you to everyone who he...

This week, I watched "Ann and Chris" from season 6. As Ann and Chris prepare to leave Pawnee, Leslie throws a going away party; the guys struggle to find the ultimate gift for Chris; and public works gets in Leslie's way. Intro/general nonsense (00:09)FILLER: Invincible Season 3 (04:53)"Ann and Chris" (11:46)New episodes every TuesdayHelp me raise money for childrens' cancer research!https://www.s...