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The S1E1 PodcastAuthor: S1E1
Join us every week where well be picking a different sitcom and judging it solely on its very first televised episode. In doing so well be challenging ourselves to erase any knowledge of future episodes so we can deliver an unbiased opinion. At the end of each show well tell you if this is a show we would green light or cancel. Tune in to find out which mega shows wouldnt make the cut, what forgettable mistakes we give a pass, and who started exactly where they should be. Language: en Genres: Comedy, TV & Film, TV Reviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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S1E1: Raising Hope
Episode 261
Thursday, 9 April, 2026
"Raising Hope" is a sitcom that aired on FOX from 2010 to 2014. Created by Greg Garcia of My Name Is Earl fame, the series follows 23-year-old Jimmy Chance, a well-meaning but aimless pool cleaner living with his parents. His life is turned upside down after a one-night stand with a wanted felon results in a baby girl named Hope. When the mother is sent to the electric chair, Jimmy decides to raise the child, relying on the reluctant and unorthodox help of his parents. Critics and audiences embraced "Raising Hope" for its rare ability to blend absurdist, often crude humor with a surprising amount of genuine heart. The series was lauded for its sharp writing and a powerhouse ensemble cast. Despite never becoming a mainstream heavy hitter, it earned multiple Emmy nominations and a dedicated fan. Listen as the S1E1 boys deep dive the show's pilot episode to see if this is one worth raising or better off abandoned at the fire station. Starring: Lucas Neff, Martha Plimpton, Garret Dillahunt, Shannon Woodward, Skyler Stone, Gregg Binkley, Cloris Leachman, & Bijou Phillips www.S1E1POD.com Instagram & X (Twitter): @S1E1POD
