Shop Talk - The Rookie Podcast

Kari and Jennifer recap 7x15 of The Rookie, the latest true crime documentary episode, where we see Abigail investigate Westview for her true crime documentary, ghost hunters help Abigail and investigate Westview, Liam Glasser is back, and Alexi is interviewing everyone.  News: 0:42  Documentary(Abigail’s Disappearance & Westview Case): 10:13 Chenford & Truth Serum: 37:35 Listener Thoughts...

Jennifer and Kari discuss 7x14, we ended the Malvado storyline, Laura Stenson returned, we had a big group moment(minus Lucy) playing flag football, and so much more. News: 0:43  Tim’s Strange Message/Malvado’s Return: 13:17 Celina & Mad About Murder Podcast: 30:50 Department Training Videos & Flag Football: 46:30 Listener Thoughts: 1:06:08 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes...

Jennifer and Kari discuss 7x13, a Miles Penn-centric episode with Celina riding solo for the first time, anti-LAPD billboards and so much more.  News: 1:10  Anti-LAPD Billboards/Celina’s First Day Riding Solo: 13:17 Bailan and the Adoption: 25:09  The Carbombing/Miles & His Old Friend John’s TO Skills: 34:53 Lucy and Rachel: 51:50 Listener Thoughts: 1:01:21 Share your thoughts about these topi...

Jennifer and Kari discuss 7x12, the April Fools episode of The Rookie, recapping Chenford’s prank, John’s TO skills, Wesley’s challenge case, and the citywide chaos.  News: 0:30 Citywide Chaos: 17:25 Wesley’s Challenging Case: 31:05 John’s TO Skills: 36:32 Chenford’s Prank: 55:33 Listener Thoughts: 1:05:36 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emai...

Jennifer and Kari discuss 7x11 of The Rookie, recapping the hostage situation on the bus, Celina going undercover for the first time, Bailey and John both saving the day, the small Chenford moments and so much more. News: 0:26 Hostage Situation: 11:45 Chenford: 42:45  Grey & Penn: 46:00 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk a...

Kari and Jennifer are back to discuss 7x10 of The Rookie. They recap the episode where Seth gets fired, a raccoon is loose in the Mid-Wilshire station, James and Nyla are still working through things, and we meet Celina’s new boyfriend, Rodge.  News: 1:14 Teenage Girls: 8:36  Prisoners & Raccoon: 20:35 Lucy & Seth: 35:23 Celina & Rodge: 45:32 Jayla: 52:00 Listener Thoughts: 56:48 Share...

This week, Kari is back discussing 7x09 with Jennifer, the midseason premiere for The Rookie. They discuss the aftermath of the shooting, the small dose of Chenford this season, and Celina taking on her first case as a P2.  News: 4:57 James & Nyla: 18:37 Celina’s first case: 54:00 Chenford and Shirley: 1:03:27 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more...

This week, Jennifer is joined by Nikki to discuss 7x08, Wildfire, the season 7 midseason finale for The Rookie. They break down the episode, from the Glasser case wrapping up, to the Chenford moment and Seth’s BIG mistake.  This episode is not broken up by different storylines, as it's been done in the past. Everything is discussed in one section.  News: 0:55 The Rookie 7x08: 3:50 Listener Thought...

This week, Jennifer is joined by Kristen to recap 7x07, The Mickey. They discuss Celina’s graduation, John’s righteous attitude and actions, Seth getting himself into trouble, yet again and so much more.  News: 1:13  Celina’s Last Day: 6:35 Chenford & The Rookies: 31:06 Bailey, Diana, & The Women’s Shelter Call: 58:00 Nyla & James: 1:11:08 Listener Thoughts: 1:18:52 Share your thoughts...

Jennifer is joined by friends of the podcast Rachel and Nikki to discuss 7x06 with the Chenford hookup, the gala, the missing girl case, and more. There was a lot to discuss, so grab your snack, buckle up, and enjoy the podcast!! News: 0:30 Chenford: 28:10 The Gala: 41:26   Missing Girl: 1:14:44  Miles & Camilla: 1:25:00 Listener Thoughts: 1:33:27 Share your thoughts about these topics, episod...

Jennifer is joined by Kristen, a friend of the podcast this week to discuss season 7, episode 5 of The Rookie. They discussed the serial killer and Nyla’s aftermath storyline with Glasser, the Lucy and Seth turmoil, and the whole Jason and Bailey conclusion (maybe?!).  News: 6:20 Nyla’s Aftermath & Glasser: 19:20 Bailan: 39:44 Chenford: 51:05 Listener Thoughts: 1:11:40 Share your thoughts abou...

This week Jennifer is joined by a friend and Meet Us at Molly’s podcast cohost, Bryna for a recap of season 7, episode 4. They discuss the theories about Seth, Wesley’s situation, and the Bailan drama and more.  News: 3:48 Wesley & Harrison Novak: 15:58 Chenford & The Rookies: 37:43 Bailan & Jason: 1:02:00  Listener Thoughts: 1:11:19 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you...

This week Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast, Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account again for a recap of season 7, episode 3. They discuss the antics John gets up to, Miles and Seth going rogue, and more. News: 0:30 John Nolan & Jason Wyler: 2:22 Chenford & The Rookies: 34:05 Wopez & Jayla: 1:15:55  Listener Thoughts: 1:24:31 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes...

This week Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast and fellow Rookie fan Nikki to discuss episode 2 of season 7! They discuss the theories about Seth, Miles and his secret, Celina’s plain clothes day, Nyla and James, and so much more. News: 1:32 Vigilante Case: 37:30  Celina’s Plain Clothes Day: 1:10:29   Chenford and The Rookies: 1:26:50 Listener Thoughts: 2:31:44 Share your thoughts about t...

Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast, Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account (on Instagram & Twitter)   this week to discuss the season 7 premiere of The Rookie. There were so many parallels between the pilot episode and other episodes from the series run.  News: 0:35  The Hunt for Jason/Opening Scene: 14:45 The New Rookies: 20:50   The Nuke: 1:03:53  Wesley & The Tapes: 1:32:50  L...

Jennifer is flying solo this week, going through her and Kari's season 7 wishlists, what they had down for season 6, and a short recap of last season.  Listen to hear some of what they hope to see in season 7. What are some storylines and moments you hope to see in season 7?  News: 0:30 Season 6 Recap: 13:49 A Lookback at the Season 6 Wishlists: 16:38 Season 7 Wishlists: 27:18 Share your thoughts...

Jennifer and Kari are joined by their friend Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account on Twitter/X to play a game of Who Said It! The Shop Talk ladies thought this would be a fun game to play before we start season 7.  Listen to find out some of the quotes Jennifer and Kari were asked. Did you get any right? News: 0:50 Who Said It: 12:00 Emily's Wishlist for Season 7: 55:15 We're doing our wishlist e...

The Rookie cast attended Epic Cons Chicago 2 on September 14th. Kari, Jennifer, and their friend Kristen discuss their experience meeting The Rookie cast through meet and greets, photo ops, and autographs.  We also want to thank everyone who found us, told us they loved the podcast, asked for our little bags, and even gave us some Shop Talk Pod bracelets! You all made the experience even better an...

Kari and Jennifer are back, discussing some of Aaron Thorsen's best moments. Since Tru Valentino will not be returning to The Rookie in season 7, the Shop Talk ladies thought it would be a great time to cover some of their favorite Aaron Thorsen moments. What are some of yours? Let us know via email or on Twitter at @TheShopTalkPod_. News: 0:35 4x02: 8:10 4x13: 18:55 4x15: 22:25 4:16: 26:35 5x02:...

Kari and Jennifer are back with their rankings of the season premieres and season finales from the first 6 seasons of The Rookie. Listen to the latest episode of Shop Talk for the ladies' thoughts on the season premieres and finales we've seen so far. Season Premiere Ranking: 9:45 Season Finale Ranking: 31:32 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by e...

Jennifer and Kari are back this week, discussing the Disney Channel Original Movie, Starstruck with Danielle Campbell!    Listen to the latest episode of Shop Talk for the ladies' thoughts on the movie, storylines they'd Iike to see in The Rookie for Chenford and any Chenford parallels they spotted. Plus, they discussed the latest casting news. Starstruck Recap: 9:25 Share your thoughts about thes...

After some time off, Jennifer and Kari are back discussing the Hallmark movie, A Taste of Summer, starring Eric Winter and Roselyn Sanchez. Listen to the latest episode of Shop Talk for the ladies' thoughts on the movie, any Chenford parallels they spotted, and things they'd like to see in The Rookie for Chenford, and overall storyline-wise. A Taste of Summer Recap: 5:00 Share your thoughts about...

Season 6 of The Rookie has come to an end, and it’s left us wanting more. The season 6 finale was action-packed, full of villains, a cameo from our favorite federal agents, and a sweet Chenford moment. Get ready to relive the intense season finale! News:  0:40  Episode: 19:05  Listener Thoughts: 1:35:58 Share your thoughts about these topics, season 6, and more by emailing Shop Talk at  shoptalkth...

This week, Jennifer and Kari discuss part one of the season 6 finale for The Rookie. There are a lot of hilarious moments in this episode, along with a lot of questions that arise. Listen for our thoughts on the episode as well as highlights from the ABC Upfronts that were shared all over social media.  News: 0:25 Episode as a Whole: 19:55 Listener Thoughts: 1:27:57 Share your thoughts about these...

Season 6 of The Rookie looks like it will be ending with a bang! 6x08 was action-packed with Monica returning, Blair's hidden agenda potentially coming to light, Celina and Lucy becoming roommates, Bailan's decision, and more. Listen to our thoughts on everything and prepare for the 2 part season 6 finale. News: 0:40  Monica & Her Attack: 4:01  Mafia Fight: 17:37  Tim & The Metro Op: 26:20...