Wax Episodic
Fun, in-depth, episode-by-episode talk about great TV.
Current shows: Severance
On hiatus: Pluribus, Fallout, Alien: Earth, and IT: Welcome to Derry
Great TV is art. It surprises, thrills, delights, and moves us. It can clarify what we already know to be true—or expand our world. Wax Episodic is for you if you don’t just watch great TV—you want to immerse yourself in it and connect with other fans.
Hosted by longtime TV podcaster Jason Cabassi (The ’Cast of Us, Welcome to the White Lotus) and friends, Wax Episodic covers some of the best current scripted TV series. With sharp insight, genuine reactions, and a mix of analysis and fun, we break it all down episode by episode—including a listener feedback segment where you guys join in the conversation.
Severance S2E4 "Woe's Hollow"
Interesting how with just a simple change of scenery, all the weirdness of this show just kind of disappears. Just kidding, MDR’s excursion to the wintery and bleakly beautiful Woe’s Hollow was weird as fuck, and we wouldn’t want it any other way. We’re delighted to be joined this episode by Rachel,...
Severance S2E3 "Who Is Alive?"
An odd, lovable episode this week, with a lot of small movement on various fronts. I mean, I suppose you could describe like 75% of all Severance episodes that way…. This one had goats in it, which does narrow it down. Some. Next up on Severance: The season two premiere, S2E4 “Woe’s Hollow”. Let us ...
Severance S2E2 "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig"
Is it weird that when we get an episode exclusively set in the outside world that we miss the office? Well, we did find a ton to love about this one too, because this show is always mysterious, funny, beautiful, and thought provoking, among other things. Mentioned: Sesame Street: Bert Dances To Doin...
Severance S2E1 "Hello, Ms. Cobel"
A propulsive (and yet regressive?) first episode of the season, bringing up new questions and feeling like things have been frustratingly papered over in that way that only mega-corporations can do. And yet, we can’t wait for more :) Mentioned: Ben Stiller & Adam Scott Break Down 'Severance' Season ...
Severance S1E9 "The We We Are"
Is this one of the all-time great episodes of TV ever? Would I be asking that question if we didn’t think it was? Possibly. Next up on Severance: The season two premiere, S2E1 “Hello, Ms. Cobel”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to waffleparty@podcastica.com. Or join ...
Severance S1E8 "What's for Dinner?"
The quarter is over, the quotas have all been met, and the innies are making a metaphorical break for it. This week Karen is joined by special guest Lucy for a discussion of all that and also the ethics of parties involving waffles. Next up on Severance: The season one finale, S1E9 “The We We Are”. ...
Severance S1E7 "Defiant Jazz"
The innies have HAD IT this week, and we don’t blame them. Also, Milchick has a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad (and well deserved) day. The smug motherf#$%r. Mentioned: Michael Chernus (Ricken) on Ricken’s childhood and upbringing: https://www.reddit.com/r/SeveranceAppleTVPlus/comments/1hls1z...
Severance S1E6 "Hide and Seek"
Ooh, some open defiance on the Severed Floor this week. Can you imagine actually asking your boss what you do? Just kidding, but we’re glad things are kicking into a higher gear! Mentioned: Severance stickers (and other art) by listener Marci Brinker: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtByMarciBrinker Next...
Severance S1E5 "The Grim Barbarity of Optics and Design"
The Severed workers are finally starting to question Lumon and show a little bit of that defiant, rebellious spirit, in part because of (of all things) Dr. Ricken Lazlo Hale's The You You Are. Maybe that guy’s actually onto something…. Next up on Severance: S1E6 “Hide and Seek”. Let us know your tho...
Severance S1E4 "The You You Are"
A budding office romance between Burt and Irving this week, Cobell drills into Petey’s brain, and Helly has absolutely had it. Mentioned Free eBook The You You Are: A Spiritual Biagraphy of You by Dar. Ricken Lazlo Hale, PhD: https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-you-you-are/id6738364141 Audiobook ver...
Severance S1E3 "In Perpetuity"
Why are you standing weird? Stand normal. Are you uncomfortable? We could all look away? Mentioned Free eBook The You You Are: A Spiritual Biagraphy of You by Dar. Ricken Lazlo Hale, PhD: https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-you-you-are/id6738364141 Audiobook version, narrated by the author: https://...
Severance S1E2 "Half Loop"
Your outie is intelligent, kind, and good looking. Your outie is fond of listening to podcasts during long walks on the beach. Your outie particularly loves Wax Episodic. Your outie has excellent taste. Please enjoy every moment of this episode equally. Next up on Severance: S1E3 “In Perpetuity”. Le...