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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  • Bob Roberts (with Adam Scott)

    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

    Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
    Dec 3 2024
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    51 mins
  • Dave

    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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Great witty banter

Breaks down each episode very well. Brings on great guests. Funny and serious when needed. Wonderful way to shed more light on an amazing show

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My favorite podcast

Hrishi and Josh bring a humorous and insightful lens to one of my favorite shows ever. Definitely worth a listen.

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Great hosts, great interviews and my favorite show

Really enjoy this podcast, was a great excuse to re-watch one of the best TV series ever. Josh and Hrishi do an amazing job breaking down episodes one by one, and have great guests from the cast and crew.

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