Taking It Down

Taking It Down returns this week with thoughts and reflections on the recent protests and the Black Lives Matter movement as a whole. After the break, Blaine and Adam discuss the entirety of the deeply affecting HBO show I Know This Much Is True, which stars Mark Ruffalo playing the dual roles of twin brothers (30:50). Our episode mentions a link from New York magazine on different places that you can visit to learn from and, more importantly, help during this incredible time of change for the good. That link can be found here and we encourage you to visit, read, and give if you can.

Taking It Down is one day later than usual, but no less show for you! Adam and Blaine are back to talk about the previous week's episode of the The Challenge and mourn the loss of a great competitor from this season (2:12). They briefly talk some news, including the infamous Snyder Cut version of Justice League (14:04) as well as the upcoming HBO show Perry Mason (18:20). Then they do a deep dive into the first two episodes of the powerful, new drama I Know This Much Is True (19:16). After the break, it's a lighter fare with Hulu's excellent new show The Great, which stars Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult (35:54). Give it a listen, rate it, review it, and share it!

It's another Tuesday and another episode of Taking It Down! This week, Donovan Reinwald joins the two usual losers for the first half of the show where they talk about general pop culture musings (1:16) before they discuss the new HBO series I Know This Much Is True (7:20), which is based on the novel by Wally Lamb, and they close out their love affair with the Hulu show Normal People (12:54). Beware: bad Irish accents abound! In the second half, Adam and Blaine discuss what the HBO show Run as done of late (41:52) and the new Hulu show The Great (45:16). Then it's a sad goodbye to The Last Dance, which helped fill a sports void (47:30).

On this week's episode of Taking It Down, Blaine and Adam check in on the Morrow Movie Marathon and this week it's Tolkien that's on deck (5:29). Then they talk deeply about the middle episodes of Hulu's Normal People (12:06) as well as ESPN's seventh and eight episodes of the documentary series The Last Dance (44:54) and MTV's The Challenge (1:04:18).

The folks at Taking It Down are back for the Cinco de Mayo celebration that you're likely having in your quiet abode. This week, Donovan Reinwald joins host Blaine Duncan and co-host Adam Morrow. They check in with one another and discuss what's been rediscovered for each of them during isolation (2:04). Then, Donovan brings up some great points about the new Della Ray album, which has a single out today (7:57). The guys then discuss the amazing simplicity of the most recent special Parks & Rec episode (23:41) before wrapping up a few brief thoughts on the HBO show Run (31:12) and what Ken Burns has to say about the ESPN docu-series The Last Dance (32:27). After the break, it's an entire segment devoted to the quiet, thoughtful Hulu show Normal People (41:50). Is it worth your time? Listen to find out!

In this week's Taking It Down, Adam and Blaine start with general news about being indoors and what that's led to them doing. Then they discuss the recent news about Star Wars and Disney+ (6:28) before diving into their regular check-in with the Morrow Movie Marathon (9:38). Then the guys discuss the griping finale of the HBO show The Plot Against America (16:28) as well as the most recent episodes of the ESPN documentary series The Last Dance about the Chicago Bulls (40:27).

It's jam packed for Taking It Down this week! Adam and Blaine check back in with the Morrow Movie Marathon to start (3:10) and then discuss how to make a record from home, which includes a sneak preview of a new Della Ray tune (14:50). After that, the guys stay in music mode and discuss the new Fiona Apple album Fetch the Bolt Cutters (24:53). Everyone in America seems to have watched The Last Dance about the Chicago Bulls and Michael Jordan, and Adam and Blaine are no different (30:25). To wind down the show, they give their analysis on the new HBO show Run (42:33), the finale to the Hulu show Devs (52:14), the final episode of the Netflix series I Am Not Okay With This (1:05:12), and the most recent episode of MTV's The Challenge, which had huge consequences (1:11:26).

In Taking It Down this week, Blaine and Adam are joined by Donovan Reinwald to mourn the death of the great John Prine and discuss his music (1:17). After the break, Adam and Blaine break down the ideas in the Netflix show Unorthodox (32:16), discuss the penultimate episode of the Hulu show Devs (45:00), explain how MTV's The Challenge will be covered on the website (54:09), and wrap with the very fun Netflix series I Am Not Okay With This (58:59). Tune in and share with someone! We hope our podcast helps finding things to watch and things to do a lot easier for you.

In Episode Twenty-Two of Taking It Down, Blaine and Adam discuss a plethora of topics, starting with the new streaming service Quibi and why the hell it exists (3:14). They shift from that into something that's more likely worth your time: live and free music events online during the quarantine (6:11). The guys give a quick update on the Morrow Movie Marathon, and it's a sad one (12:30). Then it's an in-depth breakdown of HBO's boiling The Plot Against America and Episode Three (13:40). Before the break, they discuss why they'll be talking about the Netflix show Unorthodox next week (23:38). After the break, Blaine and Adam talk about the long-lasting MTV show The Challenge and its first episode of the thirty-fifth season (31:20)! Lastly, it's all about the FX/Hulu Devs Episode Six and where the show may be going in its final stretch (47:54).

Taking It Down is back in its usual Tuesday slot for you and all your entertainment digesting needs! For Episode Twenty-One, Blaine checks in with co-host Adam Morrow on the Morrow Movie Marathon and how that's proceeded during the coronavirus self-quarantine (3:18). Then they talk extensively about the surprise release from Bob Dylan, the epic song "Murder Most Foul" (8:04). After the break, it's t.v. time: they talk about HBO's The Plot Against America (22:56), the Netflix phenom Tiger King (39:30), the future of the podcast (41:52), and FX on Hulu's Dave (43:24).

No, your eyes do not deceive you. Taking It Down is bringing you an extra episode this week as we all self quarantine. Plus, we thought we would fill in the gap left from The Alabama Take being off for the time being. Corey and The Alabama Take podcast will return soon! In this episode, Blaine and Adam wrestle with thoughts on the coronavirus and its effect on social media (1:00). Then they offer two different suggestions for movie night: Honey Boy and Brittany Runs a Marathon, both on Amazon Prime (8:23). After the break, it's time for some television: HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm (18:19), Hulu's amazing Devs (22:23), Little Fires Everywhere (32:16), and Netflix's big hit Tiger King (35:11). Lastly, Adam gives one more shout out to the great MTV game show The Challenge (40:44). We hope you're doing well! Reach out to use and let us know how things are going.

It's a jam-packed episode for you! We're one day later than usual, but we have the coverage to make up for it. In Episode Nineteen, host Blaine Duncan talks with co-host Adam Morrow about life and entertainment during the coronavirus and what that means for smaller operations (1:18). Then they discuss their thoughts on the recent finales of HBO's The Outsider (13:28) and the documentary series McMillions (26:38). Just before the break, they answer the question: is Quibi worth it? And what is Quibi? (33:08) After the break, it's an in-depth talk about the first two episodes of the FX on Hulu show Devs (42:24). The Plot Against America on HBO is discussed as well (1:03:23). And lastly, the round up a few recommendations for binge watching while we all wait out the pandemic (1:15:26).

Taking It Down is back this week to break down some television. For Episode Eighteen, hosts Blaine Duncan and Adam Morrow talk general television to begin (1:14), which leads them to an insightful talk about the documentary series McMillion$ (11:06) -- including a shout-out to their friend Frank Columbo! -- and more on The Outsider as it starts to unravel all of its mysteries (20:34). For the second half of the podcast, they give their insight to Amazon Prime's show Hunters, the adventure about a group of Jewish Holocaust survivors who track and punish Nazis in 1977 America (31:41).

If you need a podcast to help you sort through the coming entertainment options, we have you covered! In Episode Seventeen of Taking It Down, hosts Blaine Duncan and Adam Morrow are back to converse about some recent shows they've been watching (2:39), including a check-in with the HBO series The Outsider (15:06), which they can't get enough of. After that, the guys break down upcoming spring television: there are some promising debuting shows and returning ones (24:16). Blaine and Adam then talk a lackluster set of spring movies (34:10) but interesting musical releases (40:26). Coming back from the break, they discuss what makes the HBO documentary McMillion$ so entertaining (48:10).

Taking It Down is back with some thoughts and opinions from host Blaine Duncan and co-host Adam Morrow! First up, it's how The Outsider is proceeding on HBO (1:26). Then they do a deep dive into the world of David Lynch, specifically the new Netflix movie titled What Did Jack Do? (13:50). After the break, Blaine is joined by Kelly Duncan and first-time guest Jaimee Hannah converge for a discussion about the new Netflix docu-series Cheer (34.10).

Here's a hot one! We've got some things going on in this episode of Taking It Down. First off, Adam Morrow lets listeners in on the glory of Pluto TV (1:40) before he and Blaine wrap up a brief, spoiler-free discussion on the Netflix show Messiah (4:54). After that, they do a deep dive into the first two episodes of the new HBO thriller The Outsider which is currently airing (7:39). Keep in mind that the talk will spoil those first two episodes of The Outsider. After the break, Blaine sits down with Donovan Reinwald and they talk about the Sam Mendes film 1917 (33:40) that's currently in theaters. At the end of their discussions, they give some cursory thoughts on the Best Picture nominations for this year's Academy Awards (55:06).

We've got a big episode this time around with all sorts of topics big and small! Episode Fourteen of Taking It Down is here! Adam Morrow joins in for a talk about some quick thoughts on the Golden Globes and the results of the first of the big award shows (2:02) and then they take a deeper dive into the first four episodes of the new Netflix show Messiah (8:37). After the break, Blaine is joined by Donovan Reinwald; they talk about the new movies Little Women (39:06) and Uncut Gems (48:20). You may wish to note that the section of today's podcast on the Adam Sandler movie Uncut Gems barely treads into spoiler territory, but it may spoil just enough that you may want to wait until you see the film before listening. Give us a shout and let us know what you think about Messiah, Little Women, or Uncut Gems!

Taking It Down is back for Episode Thirteen. Co-host Adam Morrow and host Blaine Duncan talk about the best music (3:06) and books (41:33) of the entire decade. In the second half, they break down their thoughts on the finale of the HBO series Watchmen (55:46). There will be spoilers for Watchmen, so if you're not caught up on the final episode, we advise that you view it before listening.

It's Taking It Down back for Episode Twelve where contributor to the site and cohost Adam Morrow helps Blaine break down the best movies of the decade (02:12). Then in the back half of the pod, Blaine sits with frequent guest and contributor Donovan Reinwald to discuss the recently wrapped first half of the final season of the NBC comedy with a philosophical slant The Good Place (47:02).

Don't miss this one! Taking It Down comes at you with a packed, insightful Episode Eleven. Not only do we have a new logo, but we have love in our hearts for the decade that's almost over and thoughts in our heads about the new Disney+ show The Mandalorian. In this podcast, host Blaine Duncan sits down with co-host Adam Morrow to sift through the best, most effective, and monumental shows of the decade (01:45). What would we say is the best of the last ten years in this changing and abundant world of television? Then after the break, Blaine is joined by the infamous Razz to break down what the hell is going on in the first three episodes of The Mandalorian on Disney Plus as well as give some overall impressions of the new streaming service (42:00).

Episode Ten is big and drama filled. Host Blaine gathers with Adam Morrow in an attempt to parse out the ongoings of HBO's new masterful series Watchmen. In the second half of the podcast, Kevin Halbrook, host of Where's the Line?, sits in to discuss the infamous Tuscaloosa dive bar Egan's and what has gone wrong. You can read a bit of background on what's been happening with Egan's both here and here from Blaine and head writer Trey Irby, respectively, where both give their perspective on the recent online debacle.

Don't be afraid to listen to Episode 9 of Taking It Down! Blaine is joined by frequent guest Donovan Reinwald to talk about the genre of horror across the mediums of books and movies: what makes something scary? They also offer up some suggestions and reveal what frightens them. It's our special Halloween episode! Find us online, like, rate, and subscribe!

In episode eight of Taking It Down, Blaine is joined by Kelly Duncan to discuss the ins and outs of the latest DC Universe (sort of?) movie Joker (01:10) and in the second half of the podcast Donovan Reinwald returns to debate the Netflix addition to Breaking Bad, the movie El Camino (21:45). Like, subscribe, and review! Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: Kelly Duncan, Donovan Reinwald

It's Episode Seven and it's about Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires as well as the Netflix limited series Unbelievable. Host Blaine Duncan chats with Donovan Reinwald about the music and art of Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires (1:26) who are now touring the Northeast United States but soon to be at work on a new album. Later, Donovan and Blaine hash out their thoughts with Netflix's show Unbelievable (26:50). Host: Blaine Duncan Guest: Donovan Reinwald Note: the music of Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires was used with permission and is copyrighted by the artist.

For Episode Six, host Blaine Duncan is joined by host of Where Is the Line? podcast Kevin Halbrook. They talk about the life, music, and art of Daniel Johnston (1:00), who recently passed away, as well as the documentary The Devil and Daniel Johnston. In the back half of the podcast, head writer from The Alabama Take T.D. Wood helps host Blaine wrestle with the glut of fall television: What's worth watching? What seems interesting? What will we certainly avoid? Find out in this episode (33:40). Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: Kevin Halbrook and T.D. Wood

Head writer from The Alabama Take T.D. Wood sits down to give thoughts and question motives behind Sony taking their Spider-Man ball and going home (1:09), the upcoming movie The Joker (10:50), and HBO's new Danny McBride show The Righteous Gemstones (15:51). In the second half of the podcast, we welcome back host of Where's the Line? podcast Kevin Halbrook as host Blaine Duncan and Kevin give their final thoughts on the second season of the Netflix show Mindhunter (30:05). Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: T.D. Wood and Kevin Halbrook

Netflix's show Mindhunter draws a lot of its narrative from reality. Host Blaine Duncan sits down with host of Where's the Line? podcast, Kevin Halbrook, to talk about the new season of Mindhunter that was just released as well as Kevin's favorite serial killers (0:50). Later on in the podcast, head writer and co-creator of The Alabama Take website the one and only T.D. Wood joins Blaine to talk college football and why it's so enjoyable despite its problems (39:00). Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: Kevin Halbrook and T.D. Wood

Host Blaine Duncan sits down with special guest Kelly Duncan to talk about the latest Quentin Tarantino masterpiece Once Upon a Time in...Hollywood (0:30). A little later in the pod, cohost Adam Morrow returns from being on the road to discuss Netflix's football documentary Last Chance U (14:40) as well as wrap up some comments on the ending of the HBO show Years and Years (42:40). Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: Kelly Duncan and cohost Adam Morrow An Alabama Take podcast

As cohost Adam Morrow is on the road, host of Taking It Down Blaine Duncan sits down with special friend of the pod Kelly Duncan to discuss the finale of Big Little Lies and the season that was (1:00). Later, Blaine is joined by The Alabama Take host Corey Hannah to break down the big Phase 4 announcements that Marvel made over the weekend at the San Diego Comic Con (23:02). Host: Blaine Duncan Guests: Kelly Duncan and Corey Hannah from The Alabama Take Podcast

Host and editor-in-chief of The Alabama Take Blaine Duncan talks with Adam Morrow about the first two episodes of Netflix's Stranger Things third season (0:20) and the first two episodes of the odd HBO show Years and Years (26:10). For even more, such as articles and links to other podcasts, visit The Alabama Take online or across all social media platforms.