The Sopranos Podcast

Jan 20 2025 91 ep. 78 mins 53

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Three Italian-American storytellers take an episodic deep-dive into the philosophy, psychology, and modern-day relevance of "The Sopranos" 20 years after its groundbreaking television debut.

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An Introduction!

May 19 2020 17 mins

Chris, Paul, & Jordan are about to start an incredible podcasting journey deep into the heart of Sopranoland! In this introductory episode, they explain who they are, what they love about this groundbreaking series, and what this podcast is going to be! [email protected] FaceBook: @TheSopranosPodcast Twitter: @SopranosPodcast Instagram: @TheSopranosPodcast

S1: Episode 1 - Nostalgia

May 20 2020 45 mins

Chris, Paul, & Jordan break down "Pilot", the first episode of The Sopranos! Who is Tony Soprano? Who are the people in his life? What is this show ultimately about? Our hosts will answer these questions, and also discuss why a show about Gangsters might just be the perfect parable for life in 20th century America. [email protected] FaceBook: @TheSopranosPodcast Twitte

S1: Episode 2 - Ricochet

May 31 2020 37 mins

Chris, Paul & Jordan break down how Season 1, Episode 2 entitled "46 Long" establishes "normalcy" in the Sopranos Universe. Also, a discussion on how misdirected rage and unforeseen consequences "ricochet" in several unexpected ways! Plus much more! [email protected] FaceBook: @TheSopranosPodcast Twitter: @SopranosPodcast Instagram: @TheSopranosPodcast

S1: Episode 3 - Frankenstein

Jun 14 2020 40 mins

Chris, Paul, & Jordan break down the brilliantly structured "Denial, Anger, & Acceptance", which is definitely the saddest installment of The Sopranos thus far. This episode prompts our hosts to really begin tackling the question that will hang over the rest of the series: Is Tony Soprano truly a monster? [email protected] FaceBook: @TheSopranosPodcast Twitter: @Sopr

S1: Episode 4 - Narcissism

Jun 28 2020 51 mins

In their most lively discussion yet, our hosts break down the Season 1 episode "Meadowlands". From the meaning of the mysterious title, to the way narcissism drives all of our character's behavior in this chapter, laughter and eager conversation is elicited about one of this show's most "imminently watchable" episodes. Plus: The Soprano family has a new boss! What does this mean fo

S1: Episode 5 - Contradictions

Jul 12 2020 56 mins

The first monolithic episode of The Sopranos! Listen in as Chris, Paul & Jordan break down James Gandolfini's favorite episode: "College". Why does this episode stand out? How does it hold up all these years later? Why was this one of the most important hours of television ever produced? All this plus a great discussion of the many "contradictions" on display in this episode that w

S1: Episode 6 - Mandolin

Jul 26 2020 49 mins

The brilliant and fun episode "Pax Soprana" asks the question: What does "peace" look like in the world of The Sopranos? How is that balance achieved in Tony Soprano's life? PLUS! Tony reveals romantic and sexual feelings for Melfi. What does this mean for their therapeutic relationship? Does Melfi have feelings for Tony? Chris, Paul, & Jordan discuss all of this and more! TheSo

S1: Episode 7 - Genetics

Aug 09 2020 46 mins

Time to discuss the season one episode "Down Neck"! Our hosts discuss AJs recent behavioral problems and how much of it is Tony's fault. Is AJ doomed by genetics to repeat the mistakes of the past? We also get our first glimpse of the much heralded "glory days" of the past through a series of highly stylized (and fun) flashbacks to Tony's childhood. PLUS Jordan brilliantly taps int

S1: Episode 8 - Cowboy-itus

Aug 23 2020 53 mins

Season one, episode eight of The Sopranos entitled The Legend of Tennesee Moltisanti is all about image. It's about how these characters see themselves, how others see them, and how the legend of the American gangster looms over all of it. Chris, Paul, and Jordan discuss Chris Moltisanti's search for his "arc" as well as the looming federal indictments. PLUS, an intriguing subplot

S1: Episode 9 - Retreat

Sep 06 2020 61 mins

On today's episode "Retreat" Chris, Paul, & Jordan break down one of the best episodes of season one - Boca. This thrilling chapter gives us two dynamic storylines about sexual taboos being broken, secrets coming to light, and the emotional labor taken on by the women on this show. There's also a lot of Artie Bucco talk as he steps into the spotlight in a big way. PLUS a discussion