The West Wing Weekly

By: Joshua Malina & Hrishikesh Hirway
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  • An episode-by-episode discussion of The West Wing, one of television’s most beloved shows, co-hosted by one of its stars, Joshua Malina, along with Hrishikesh Hirway of Song Exploder.

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Episodes
  • Bob Roberts (with Adam Scott)
    Jan 16 2025

    We've got a bonus installment of the Film Fest—with special guest Adam Scott! In addition to his work on Severance, Parks & Recreation, Party Down, and so much more, he's just a genuinely thoughtful and kind person, so we are thrilled to have him back on the podcast. We're discussing the 1992 film Bob Roberts, a satirical mockumentary by Tim Robbins.

    • Tim Robbins on SNL - October 3, 1992 (via Peacock)
    • Tim Robbins 2017 interview in Entertainment Weekly
    • Tim Robbins post on X - July 14, 2024

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    57 mins
  • Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
    Dec 3 2024

    We're trying to savor the Capra-esque quality of this experience by wrapping up with Mr. Smith.

    Supplemental materials:

    • James Taylor - You've Got a Friend
    • Mr Deeds Goes to Town trailer
    • Sokovia Accords debate from Captain America: Civil War

    Thank you so much for joining us again for this series!

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    51 mins
  • Dave
    Nov 26 2024

    Starring Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, and Kevin Kline. This one was a Patreon subscriber pick!

    Additional materials:

    • an article about the making of Dave
    • Kevin Kline plays Mr. Fischoeder in Bob's Burgers
    • "clever" as an insult in Fight Club
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    50 mins

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