Fargo Talks Fargo

Feb 07 2024 110 ep. 587
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Fargo Talks Fargo is the unofficial podcast on the FX TV show, Fargo. Get a take on the true crime adaptation of the original film from true Fargo citizens with a new episode every week from producer Bill Lempe and Charpie with special guests along the way.

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S5 – Jeff Russo Interview

Feb 07 2024 49 mins  
Jeff Russo, composer for every season of Fargo to date, joins Bill and Charpie to chat. We get an update about his work and career along with a great dose of creative insight into how he scores the series. It’s a nice hotdish of music and character development. Enjoy!

S5 – Episode 10

Jan 19 2024 60 mins  
Wrapping up this season with biscuity Bisquik goodness, Bill and Charpie take you down one last long rabbit hole. We talk about Gator’s change and Dot’s reaction, Things escalate with Roy as he seemingly has a spat with god and Odin. Witt’s debt is unfortunately collected and Bill and Charpie work to wrap up all the circles, lines, and palindromes. Dot proves to b

S5 – Episode 10 Hotdish

Jan 17 2024 13 mins  
Bill and Charpie do a wee recap of the episode Bisquik, chat about chili, and their favorite moment from the episdoe ahead of their full breakdown. Dig in to this heaping bowl of thickness. Do a dollop!

S5 – Episode 9

Jan 12 2024 72 mins  
The Useless Hand is up for a penultimate discussion. Gator and Ole go fishing. Roy rocks his own live mayday call. Then, Bill and Charpie explore the symbolism of the windmill and the dugout, and the significance of the Tillman Ranch. They also discuss Ole’s role in saving Dot and the debts surrounding the situation. They speculate on the final showdown and debts to pay, as well

S5 – Episode 9 Hotdish

Jan 09 2024 14 mins  
In this episode, the guys discuss Fargo, episode 9 “The Useless Hand”. They share their hotdish takeaways and discuss the atmospheric cinematography in the episode. They touch on Indira’s job decision and Roy’s plea to the “patriots”. The conversation touches on phone numbers and landlines…because of course it does and wraps up with a discu

S5 – Episode 8

Jan 06 2024 89 mins  
In this episode of Fargo Talks Fargo, Bill and Charpie discuss the themes of debt, control, and doppelgängers. They analyze the significance of the Blanket show title. They also explore the character dynamics between Roy and Dorothy, as well as Indira and Whit. Gator’s character is examined, with a focus on his vulnerability and the potential for sympathy towards him. Danish

S5 – Episode 8 Hotdish

Jan 02 2024 16 mins  
Bill and Charpie blanket the discussion about where they are from and how it changes over time. The convo shifts to the similarities between The Simpsons and Fargo, which is odd. They highlight the standout moments from episode 8 with Wit and Indira. They also touch on Tiger Dot, Linda and the windmill, and musical cues in the show. Then Charpie talks about ice cream cake?

S5 – Episode 7

Dec 28 2023 72 mins  
Linda delivers in this episode of FX’s Fargo. Bill and Charpie discuss the significance of the tennis theme, the volleys and back-and-forth between characters. Turns out to be bad day for everybody at Irma’s house. It’s also time to talk about Dot’s dream and the influence of the physical world on her journey to Camp Utopia. So many Lindas, plenty of green,

S5 – Episode 7 Hotdish

Dec 26 2023 14 mins  
In this episode of Fargo Talks Fargo, Bill and Charpie discuss Season 5, Episode 7: Linda. They talk about the puppet theme in the episode. They also discuss the ax slaying and Kevin’s murder, as well as the introduction of Gator’s mother, Linda. Food references, the dream sequence, and the windmill scene make an quick appearance. Also… what’s up with those

S5 – Episode 6

Dec 22 2023 70 mins  
Bill and Charpie discuss The Tender Trap. They see numerous points about the treatment of women by the doofus male characters. They also discuss Lars’ list of grievances which makes him super dooshus. The conversation then shifts to the meeting with the feds and the tracker used by Gator. Overall, the guys explore themes of gender dynamics, trust, and infidelity. They also co