The Bubble Podcast

It’s the Season 2 finale, and we’re closing out The Bubble the only way we know how — with final verdicts, real honesty, and just a little bit of chaos. This week, we wrap our 3-episode trial of ABC’s RJ Decker to see if it actually delivered beyond the pilot or if it’s still trying to figure itself out. Then it’s time for our final Bubble Rewind check-in on Between Brothers — now that we’ve seen...

Some shows make it easy to talk. Others… make you work for it. This week, we wrap our 3-episode trial of The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins , and let’s just say—this one tested us. From awkward laughs to “wait…what was that supposed to be?” moments, we’re breaking down whether this NBC comedy ever finds its rhythm or stays stuck in neutral. Before that, we check in with a quick Current Obsession...

Spring break is over, and The Bubble is back with another check-in from the network TV trenches. This week, we continue our look at Memory of a Killer , digging into episodes two and three to see whether the tension is building, the characters are clicking, and if this thriller is starting to earn our attention beyond the pilot. Is the premise getting sharper—or already showing strain? We also ret...

Back from our little spring break, we’re easing back into The Bubble with a clean but packed episode. First up: our surprise Bubble Alert addition, ABC’s RJ Decker , enters the trial lineup and gives us plenty to unpack after just one episode — from first impressions to whether this detective drama knows exactly what kind of show it wants to be. Then it’s time for our second Bubble Rewind check-in...

This week inside The Bubble , we’re embracing a little Friday the 13th energy . First, we check in on the 2026 Oscars race ahead of Sunday’s ceremony and share where Bianca is in her annual Best Picture watch. Then it’s time for our first Bubble Scorecard of the year as we wrap our three-episode trial of Best Medicine and decide if the new Fox drama deserves a spot in the queue… or a trip to the c...

This week inside The Bubble , we’re juggling a couple of very different TV experiments. First up, we check out the pilot of NBC’s The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins to kick off another 3-episode trial. Did the premiere win us over… or leave us wondering what exactly NBC was going for? First impressions are in. Then it’s time for our first ever Bubble Rewind — a new segment where we revisit forgot...

We’re back on the cancellation radar with a brand-new pilot review — and this one comes with secrets, suspense, and a double life we’re not quite sure we trust yet. This week on The Bubble , we dive into the Fox drama Memory of a Killer for the start of its 3-episode trial. We break down first impressions, standout moments, early questions, and whether this premiere gives us “stick around” energy...

This week inside The Bubble, we’re talking about the remake era — and whether we’ve officially reached saturation. We kick off our 3-episode trial of Fox’s Best Medicine , a small-town medical drama based on the British series Doc Martin , and share our first impressions. Did it hook us? Does it feel fresh? Or are we watching another case of copy-paste television? From proven reboot successes to t...

Spring TV is heating up, and so is our watch list. In this episode, we’re sharing the midseason shows officially on our radar , revealing what we are and aren’t trial-watching, and giving our gut reactions to the newest network arrivals. We’re also kicking off a brand-new segment, Bubble Rewind , where we spotlight Black-led series that deserved more love the first time around. And because horror...

It’s our midseason finale, and we’re keeping things cozy. 🎄✨ This week, we’re pressing pause on new reviews and taking a look back at what made 2025 fun, comforting, chaotic, and worth talking about. We revisit some of our favorite holiday TV episodes, share our personal Best of 2025 picks (TV, movies, books, music, and more), and reflect on a few wins from the year — big, small, and meaningful....

We're back on the field and back on the case! In this episode, we finally wrap up our 3-Episode Trial of NBC’s Stumble — including all the chaotic coaching energy the show has been serving. We talk ensemble chemistry, favorite jokes, and whether Stumble earns a spot in our ongoing watchlist… or gets benched. Then, because it’s murder-mystery season (in our hearts), we switch gears and break do...

The midseason chaos is HERE, y’all. This week, we’re checking in on our Season 1 Bubble Picks to see who’s soaring, who’s wobbling, and who’s quietly becoming our fall TV obsession. Then we dive into NBC’s new comedy Stumble for a full pilot reaction — the laughs, the missteps, and the cheer-squad shenanigans we didn’t see coming. Buckle up: it’s jittery pilots and glittery midseasons all in one e...

It’s the end of our period — our probationary period, that is. This week, we’re closing out our 3-episode trial of CBS’s DMV and handing down the official Bubble verdict. Did the workplace chaos settle into something promising, or are we still stuck in line waiting for this show to click? We’re breaking down Episodes 2 & 3, talking standout jokes, ensemble chemistry, Barb’s hilariously oblivio...

This week, we wrap up our three-episode trial of 9-1-1: Nashville … and let’s just say the sirens are blaring for all the wrong reasons. B and Wyetha break down the highs, the lows, and the “why did they do that?” moments as we officially decide the show’s fate on our Bubble Scorecard. Will it survive? Will we? Tune in to find out. Sources A Different World sequel series is coming! - Netflix V for...

The candy’s gone, but the chills aren’t. Our Top 5 Buffy The Vampire Slayer & Supernatural episodes to keep spooky season alive. 🍬🩸 For the complete countdown and more, check out our episode, The Bubble Goes Bump In The Night !

Halloween might be over, but The Bubble still has the horror movie bug. Bianca and Wyetha recap their “Five Nights of Frights” lineup—from cult classics to creepy new releases—before diving into CBS’s DMV pilot to see if the chaos of customer service makes good TV. Cozy horror talk, network shenanigans, and post-Halloween vibes all in one episode. Sources Sarah Paulson to star in upcoming season o...

Halloween has officially hit The Bubble ! Bianca and Wyetha are swapping renewal talk for a little fright night fun — running down their favorite spooky TV watches, from supernatural classics to new series that bring the chills and the laughs. Then it’s back to business with a first look at 9-1-1: Nashville — will ABC's new spin on the franchise have staying power, or is it already teetering o...

Season 2 has officially arrived! We’re shaking off the premiere dust and diving head-first into a brand new round of network hopefuls. This week, we reveal our updated roster for The Bubble — the shows we’ll be putting through our three-episode trial to see who survives, who surprises, and who’s skating on thin renewal ice from day one. We’re also catching up on what’s returning this fall, shoutin...

This is it, folks — the season (or is it series? 👀) finale of The Bubble ! We are rounding up all eight shows from our first season of TV trialing: the hits, the misses, the “we tried, we really did.” We're pulling out the charts, the hot takes, and yes — the Bubble Scorecard makes one last dramatic appearance. What did we finish? What got dropped like a midseason twist? What earned a renewal...

The chase is over—for now. In this episode of The Bubble , Bianca and Wyetha wrap up their 3-episode trial of NBC’s The Hunting Party . Did the show finally hit its stride, or is it still lost in the woods? We’re pulling out the Bubble Scorecard, tallying up fugitives, family drama, and a whole lot of running. Tune in for our final verdict, predictions, and some honest (but loving!) shade. Got tho...

Sherlock who? We're back in the bubble with CBS’s Watson , wrapping up our 3-episode trial with episodes 2 and 3. While things did improve after the pilot, we're still feeling a bit...elementary about it all. In this episode, we dust off the Bubble Scorecard, weigh the clues, and decide whether we’ll be following Dr. Watson into season 2—spoiler: probably not. But don’t let that stop you f...

After three full episodes of medical drama, memory gaps, and side-eyes in the hallway, we’re wrapping up our 3-episode trial of Fox’s Doc ! In this episode, Bianca and Wyetha return to the scene with their final thoughts on the show’s momentum, character development, and whether Doc is ready for long-term care, or if it’s time to pull the plug. We’re breaking out our Bubble Scorecard, serving diag...

We’re back after an unexpected (and totally unplanned) two-week break—turns out, tech issues are the real network TV villains! But fear not, because The Bubble is here and diving into NBC’s newest thriller, The Hunting Party . Does this murder mystery have the right mix of tension, intrigue, and network TV drama to survive the season? Or will it find itself on the chopping block? We break down the...

Paging The Bubble ! 🏥 This week, we're scrubbing in for Fox's newest medical drama, Doc ! But does this adaptation of the hit Italian series have a strong pulse, or are we already calling a time of death? 🩺 We break down the pilot episode, give our first impressions, and predict if Doc has a long, healthy future—or if it’s DOA. Plus, we’ve got TV news, our icebreaker of the week, and our...

🕵️ "Elementary, it’s not—but is it worth watching?" This week on The Bubble , Bianca and Wyetha put CBS’s Watson under the microscope. Does this Sherlock-adjacent drama have the potential to stand out, or is it destined for the cancellation pile? Tune in as we break down the pilot, share our first impressions, and predict whether Watson will crack the case—or crack under pressure. Source...