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Join long-time friends Mark and Allen as they travel back to Pawnee Indiana to visit Leslie Knope and the gang, breaking down each episode of the hit show Parks and Recreation. Each week they feature a different episode and special guest Ron Swanson frequently helps out.
 
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Consider Kate and Katie your own personal hype squad. Join them every Monday as they don their metaphorical (sometimes literal) power blazers to find the Leslie Knope style inspiration you need to get your week started off right. A short and sweet way to get motivated with a pep talk, hype track and inspiring story of amazing women.
 
Steph Haller and Laura Holtebrinck are no experts…on anything. But they have learned from the greats: Lorelai Gilmore, Leslie Knope, Nancy Botwin, Michael Scott, Don Draper, Walter White, the list goes on. Now they want to help you. Using their television knowledge, they solve all your problems - two questions at a time. New episodes every week on Itunes and Soundcloud. Please like, rate and subscribe. Find us on getagripdudeshow.tumblr.com, @getagripdudepod on twitter and @getagripdudeshow ...
 
“We need to remember what’s important in life: friends, waffles, work. Or waffles, friends, work. Doesn’t matter, but work is third.” - Leslie Knope "Waffles Friends Work" is a podcast that talks "Parks & Recreation" with real-life Leslie Knopes: women in public service making change in their communities. Join hosts Kathryn Baxter and Emma McAuley for a discussion of local government, powerful women, and every episode of this beloved NBC sitcom. It’s like Galentine’s Day every week!
 
Hosted by Holly Constant and Madi Hockaday, (two real-life Ann and Leslie's) Park Pals is a fun Parks and Recreation rewatch podcast! We research every episode DEEPLY from deleted scenes to commentary to interviewing guest stars and crew that were on the show! (Burly, Perd, Dexhart, Shana Hagan camera operator- to name a few!) We do all the work so you can just sit back and have fun learning! Whether you're a Leslie or an Ann (or a Tom, who isn't?) we have the goods for you. Join us you trop ...
 
A fast-paced, gameified show for people who love books, pop culture, movies, tv and more! Each episode, I, the Book Bimbo will interview a book-lover just like us. We will commiserate, argue, or they will attempt to convert me to their cult/fandom. Find your new obsession with us!
 
What a time to be alive! Just a couple of early-30's ladies in Miami, FL who express their friendship in some really nerdy ways. We watch movies, TV shows, chat about current events, and, we play lots and lots of games! If you like dungeons and dragons, video games, 90's sitcoms, and murder mystery boxes, we're your gals. Put us on in the background while you cook, complete a puzzle, walk your dog (or cat, we don't judge). We're those coworkers you eavesdrop on during your lunch hour, or in ...
 
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OMG OUR GIRL IS RUNNING FOR CITY COUNCIL!!!!!!! Leslie has to break up with Ben, but he gave her a chocolate eclair, so what's a gal to do?! Joe from Sewage sends his penis to City Hall and we rage at the dumbassery of men (But Dr Harris aka Cooper Thornton comes back which we love) Then Andy gets a surprise job! Plus, Tammy 1 is teased and we get …
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where our beloved Jerry Gergich retires! Ben has talked Leslie into taking a VERY rare day off and spending it with him. However, when they learn Jerry is retiring ... THAT DAY ... their plans are put on hold, as Leslie furiously works to send Jerry off on the right note. Leslie turns to the goals Jer…
 
Today on the show, we are treated by the kind and gentle Johnny Sneed who plays one of Leslie's campaign managers! We talk all about his story of auditioning for Mike Schur on the Office (did you know he auditioned for Jim? He def could have been the understudy), how he was a lawyer in Dallas for a brief stint and how he's a drummer too! (he got to…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode with special guest star Patton Oswalt! The City of Pawnee annually celebrates the great Pawnee tea dump of 1817, but due to how the old-timey script looks, "tea" looks like "ted", so each year the city dumps a man named "Ted" into Ramsett Lake. This year, the "Ted" thrown into the lake becomes very an…
 
Omg long episode alert bc it's the Season Finale YAY! So many guest stars sent in voice memos, and so much chaos is happening! We see Ben and Leslie aren't being careful at all even though they think they are, Tom and Jean Ralphio start Entertainment 720 (what do they do?) and throw a memorial for LB, and Chris thinks he's dying and thinks about li…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where we first visit the office of Dennis Feinstein! When Leslie and Chris visit Animal Control, they find a mis-managed department building and ineffective staff. After Chris accidentally steps on a coyote trap in the middle of the floor, he fires Harris and Brett, the stoners working there. Soon aft…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where we are introduced to Ben's sister, Stephanie Wyatt! Leslie and Ben head to his hometown of Partridge, Minnesota, where he was mayor at the age of 18, drove the city to 30% unemployment when he attempted to create a winter sports complex called "Ice Town,", and got impeached two months later. As …
 
We now have a Patreon! Please visit https://www.patreon.com/parkpalspodcast to support our show for exclusive access to early episodes, questions to guests and more! We are so excited to re-release our conversation with Burly for you! Some of you are new and haven't heard him yet and you absolutely need to, because he is so generous and kind with w…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where we are introduced to Jean-Ralphio's twin sister, Mona-Lisa Saperstein! Leslie is shocked to learn that the Pawnee Video Dome, owned by Dennis Lerpiss, is closing, not a big surprise since video stores are closing left and right, and the Video Dome doesn't even carry mainstream movies. However, L…
 
There's SO MUCH going on today! Recap from last week thanking John Sloman and adding Rene Pena to the mix - she played alongside John as committee members with Ben and Leslie in Road Trip! She shares location breakdowns, audition stories and what she's working on now! (see below) Then we get a message from Jim Jansen who plays Ann's office mate Stu…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Nick Offerman has his directorial debut! Back from her Hawaiian honeymoon with Ben, Leslie prepares for her upcoming speech at the Pawnee Correspondents' Lunch, where every year the government and media get together to roast each other ... and Leslie is determined to give it to the Pawnee Sun ta…
 
We know you are a giant Parks and Recreation fan otherwise you wouldn’t be here! But just in case you got lost, this episode celebrates one of the best sitcom relationships in the history of ever: Leslie Knope and Ben Wyatt. In their recent coverage of the Season 5 episode, ‘Leslie and Ben’, Mark and Allen covered the episode that finally made them…
 
Time to talk about banjos and Johns Hopkins University on a road trip (an hour and a half counts as a road trip right?)! Listen in as we deep dive the sexual tension of Leslie and Ben, Andy and April get in a fight over Tom's new game (yet somehow Jerry and Donna are crushing it?), and more! We also deep dive Jimmy Carter's Crisis of Confidence spe…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where we learn Leslie lost her father when she was 10 years old! When we last left our heroes, Leslie and Ben decided to get married that very night at the gala, giving them only 2 hours to get everything ready prior to the gala's 11pm finish. The gang gathers at Ann's place for an emergency strategy …
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where the future of Lot 48 is finally decided! Leslie and Councilman Jeremy Jamm are finally going head-to-head, pitching their proposals for Lot 48 to the Planning Committee. Despite Jamm plying them with fast food during the meeting, Leslie is told in private her Pawnee Commons project is MUCH bette…
 
Go get me another Snorkjuice because it's time for THE FIGHT!!! We have been waiting forever to do this episode! Oh. My. God. We've got BTS on what was improvised, thoughts on juice cleanses, who wrote Jean Ralphio's raps and omg so much more! Plus, it's an extra deep therapy session because we related so deeply to Ann and Leslie - adult friendship…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Ann wants to be a mother! Empowered by her newfound independence, Ann decides to date herself for a while instead of getting swept up in a new boyfriend's personality. Six weeks into the experiment, she comes to a realization: she's ready to be a mom. It's a big decision, but she tells Leslie sh…
 
This week we get a wild origin story! However, to be honest, we spent the first 25 minutes catching up about the New Year and the holidays so if you need to skip ahead, go for it, but there's a lot of therapy moments which is what we're all about! We also learn about the origin of birthday celebrations, BTS of Parker Posey (Lindsay Carlisle Shay) a…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Ron says "I love you" to Diane! Realizing there is a criminal lack of women in their government, Leslie decides it is time to do something about it. She meets with Chris, and he wholeheartedly agrees, arranging a meeting to discuss a course of action. During the male dominated meeting, Leslie po…
 
We cannot express what a joy it was to talk to Mara! (and how totally starstruck we were) She is so inspirational, hard working and just an overall gem of a human. She busts her butt for her work and we love seeing the determination that both Mara and Brandi Maxxxx have in common. We talk all about how she got her job on Parks and Rec, being a Capr…
 
Join us for a message from the man, the myth, the legend...Ron [BEEP]ing Swanson himself! Recorded in the Swanson cabin (geo-location undisclosed), this is a Live from Pawnee exclusive to kick off your 2023 and put the continued dumpster fire that was 2022 in the rearview mirror! We hope you take a minute to listen , lookback briefly and look forwa…
 
"For me, it's when the penis goes in" Okay Brandi Maxxxx, we hear you. Today we talk about why in the heck Ben moves in with Andy and April (such a bad idea), Jerry's painting gets put through the RINGER and Leslie takes control in her true goddess form. PS, do you think Diophena is a real goddess? Find out by listening! Don't forget to rate and re…
 
Welcome to Book Bimbo's holiday spectacular! I brought back friend-of-the-show, Amanda Muse, so we could reminisce on holiday favorites and tell each other about holiday-themed books we just read! Currentlies (00:49) Hold Me Closer Toni Danzig by Laura Henry SIMS 4 Wednesday, Netflix Never Have I Ever, Netflix Falling for Christmas, Netflix Holiday…
 
What a lovely treat today! Today, Holly talks to Minni Jo aka Natalie, April's sister! Everything is discussed, from time on set with Chris Pratt and Aubrey Plaza to Minni Jo's training, her incredible music and more!!! It was so wonderful to talk about the space she's creating for women in the arts, especially electronic music - plus discussing fa…
 
Iconic episode alert! The burger cookoff with Ron and Chris, a soulmate level match with Leslie and another office worker.... (although the wrong one at first), and wildflower mural goodness! Plus omg all of Tom's incredible shortened phrases (chicky chicky parm parm) - thank you Alan Yang and Aziz and team for these golden nuggets. Also, lots of B…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that reveals where Jerry met his wife Gayle! Ann is preparing for Leslie's bachelorette party with what might be considered "typical" choices: dancing, Jell-O shots, strippers, anything that can be penis shaped WILL be penis shaped - you know, the usual. Unfortunately, despite Ann's diligent efforts, …
 
This week we're reliving our incredible conversation with Shana Hagan! She is one of the camera operators on Parks and is a true BACKBONE of the way we see this mockumentary style! (Not just saying that because she carries a 30 pound camera on her back/shoulder) This is such a great tech talk and she also shares with us her story on how she got sta…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that introduced us to not only Jerry's wife Gayle, but also his two other daughters, Miriam and Gladys! When Ron gets an award nomination from the Indiana Fine Woodworking Association for a chair he made, he actually looks forward to the event, and plans to take his girlfriend Diane. As Ron's "self-ap…
 
Today, I am joined by Booktokker and Farm Girl extraordinaire, Nikki Klamar! Find her on TikTok @booktoknik or Instagram @bookish_nik_. Currentlies (00:38): Soul Sifter by B.J.J. Lierrz Gallant by V.E. Schwab House streaming on Prime Video Blockbuster on Netflix The Mummy (1999) Love is Blind on Netflix Bimbo Bites (15:51): Liam Hemsworth announced…
 
Surprise, it's a wedding! Andy and April invite everyone to a "dinner party" (Avatar anyone?) and Ann and Donna spark a relationship over single's night! PLUS WE GOT ORIN!!!! You'll hear some incredible voice memo BTS from Eric Isenhower, who played the infamous character. Also, Ben and Leslie's "relationship?" really starts heating up when we lear…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that introduced us to a new April alter ego! After asking the public for park design submissions for Lot 48, Leslie receives only one decent submission ... from one Mr. Wreston St. James ... who lives ... in Eagleton. As you might expect, Leslie wants to reject him outright, but Ben convinces her to a…
 
Please welcome back Brookelynn Constant, the Queen of details! There are so many amazing behind the scenes catches like what's in Tom's tent, what Ron is building, what Andy is holding and more! You honestly may want to have this episode up as you're listening because it's incredible. Plus, we see the pressure of Leslie and Ms. Elsa Clack and her c…
 
This week on Book Bimbo, I'm joined by Alexa Salstrand, one of my BookTok besties! We discuss basic bitch activities, including enjoying movies, tv, and books. ;) Currentlies (00:30) The Secret History by Donna Tartt A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon Bachelor in Paradise S8 The Great British Baking Show Smile, out in theaters Black Adam, o…
 
Finally, it's Harvest Festival time!!!! Curses, MINI HORSES!!!, Aunt Tilda and some hospitality kiosks! Join us as we dive deep and Holly takes an hour and a half to understand this shoot schedule research that should be easy to understand LOLZ Thank you to Shana Hagan, our amazing camera operator friend for sending emails, and Nick Armstrong for r…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that was responsible for first casting then Vice-President Joe Biden! April practices her presentation with Leslie on her proposed dog park for Pawnee. However, the two clash heads after April suggests the dog park be located at Lot 48, a lot Leslie has been trying to create a park at, for four years.…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that introduces us to Ben's parents, Julia and Steve! Leslie and Ben announce their engagement to the gang and go through engagement party details with Ann, although Ben is nervous about his parents coming because they are divorced and hate each other. When Ben's parents arrive, all hell breaks loose.…
 
"GIVE ME ALL THE BACON AND EGGS YOU HAVE." Also, yay Madi is back! Today, we're taking a road trip to Indianapolis and getting some steaks! ....or so we think. Ann learns some sad news, Andy and April start their romance for realz, and Ben and Tom nurture a budding friendship. Leslie is a Queen goddess of everything, holding the crew together which…
 
Buckle up for our darkest episode yet! This week, I am joined by book-lover and queen of darkness, Monika de la Rosa, for a seasonally appropriate Book Bimbo show. Currentlies (00:30): Sleeping Beauties by Stephan and Owen King Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor Dahmer on Netflix Only Murders in the Building on Hulu Annabelle: Creation Do …
 
Welcome back our fav theme song writer, Sean Trainor! Today, we're going on a press tour with Perd, Joan, Crazy Ira/The Douche and of course Tweep! See how crazy Ben goes (seriously, who hasn't had gay thoughts?), witness Andy and April take a step forward and so many other insanely cool Behind the Scenes stuff! You may need to Google some things f…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that shows us the origin of Tom's "Rent-A-Swag" business idea! When Diane Lewis invites Ron to go trick or treating with her and her daughters, he initially declines, but an excited Andy wants to join them, and gets Ron to agree. That night, Ron and Andy go trick-or-treating with Diane and daughters Z…
 
Please welcome back Brookelynn Constant to talk all about Ron and Tammy 2! Is the book Ron allegedly rented about micro-penises real? Did Lionel Richie really dance on the ceiling? Did Aziz actually throw himself into the bookcase at the bridal shower? Were the cornrows real? All these questions and more to be answered on today's pod!!! Thanks to t…
 
Mark and Allen recently had the pleasure of catching up with the one and only Kathryn Pinewood - AKA Mary Faber! Check out the full interview with the terrific and multi-talented character and voice actor this week! Join the guys as Mary shares many stories and answers many questions about her career including reminiscing about her experience on Pa…
 
On today's episode, I finally get to meet up with an online book friend, Dennise Garcia, who helped encourage me to start my own book podcast! You can catch her on the Book Hoard podcast with her bestie, Megan. Currentlies (0:55) The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon Extraordinary Attorney Woo on Netflix She-Hulk: Attorney…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode that introduces Marcia Langman's husband Marshall! With STDs running rampant among Pawnee's senior citizens, Leslie decides to give a sexual education seminar, and asks Ann, Donna, and Andy to help out. Things are going well until Leslie's seminar is stopped by Marcia Langman (and her husband Marshall…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Ron finally meets Diane, This Ben and April decide to take a Road Trip to Pawnee, and Leslie tries to pass her "Fun in the Sun" act. Unfortunately, a combination of garish rouge blush, a very common DC event, and a self-centered Councilman/Dentist put a crimp in everyone's respective plans! Tune…
 
I'm ecstatic to be joined by Kate, host of the Romantically Inclined podcast and @Romantically_Inclined on instagram and TikTok where she regularly shares hilarious and relatable bookish content with her sizable audience. We get into what Kate loves reading most, what I can't handle, and new bookish media that we're excited about. Currentlies (0:47…
 
This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Leslie proposes her first bill to tax the city's sodas, hoping to discourage citizens from drinking them. She meets with Pawnee Restaurant Association spokeswoman Kathryn Pinewood to discuss the terms of her bill and to question the reasoning behind the city's growing drink sizes. Kathryn warns …
 
We have an amazing techie talk for you today!!!! Jeffrey Mossa, aka the Art Director for the majority of Parks joins us to talk about all things Art Direction, Production Designing, Jurassic Fork , Harvest Festival and more!!!! We start talking more about Parks around 30 minutes so you can skip if needed. If you're interested in understanding how t…
 
What an episode! We have a ton of guest stars (thank you!), and Brookelynn Constant is back, yay!!! Brookelynn is so smart and knows so much more than Holly, time capsules are stupid (there are real life examples we discuss), and there were biblical references up in this episode?! Plus, so much BTS and Twilight talk!!!!! Thank you Jeanne Simpson, C…
 
Mark and Allen are in the studio this week working on the latest Season 5 Episodes and will be back with a new episode next week! Recently, they were fortunate enough to chat with Dorian recently and dive into her experiences as a casting director, as well as an actress and a singer! Check out the full exclusive interview with Dorian this week ... …
 
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