Shop Talk - The Rookie Podcast

Jennifer, Kari, and their friend Kristen are back with an episode, ranking season 8 episodes. From the best and worst episodes, to their opinion on who was the character of the season, the best character moments, and so much more. Even sharing their Mount Rushmore of the season. What episodes would you put in our categories for season 8? News: 0:25 Season 8 Ranking: 2:20 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

This week, we discuss Monica’s unfortunate demise, the future Chenford proposal, Aaron and Celina’s friendship, Aaron’s carjacking situation, and so much more in our recap of 8x17. News: 0:26 Nolan / Glasser: 4:30 Chenford / Aaron / Celina: 13:49 Monica’s Demise: 48:53 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

This week, Kari and Jennifer recap 8x15 of The Rookie, another true crime documentary/mockumentary episode. The case was convoluted, but we learned some great backstory about Smitty, had some great Wopez and Harpez moments, and more. Plus, we’re getting a season 9, which means more Shop Talk!! News: 0:35 Documentary: 6:15 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Kari and Jennifer recap 8x13 of The Rookie, with Bailan’s intense ride-along, Chenford and Milina recruiting new members to the LAPD, along with Seth trying to come back, Wesley’s next move after losing the DA race, and Wuna’s reconciliation. News: 0:30 Bailey’s New Role / Nolan’s Ride Along: 2:46 Recruiting New Members / Seth’s Return: 18:05 Wopez & The DA Race: 34:46 Wuna’s Reconciliation: 50:25 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

This week, Jennifer and Kari recap 8x11 of The Rookie, sharing their thoughts on who’s behind the Glasser/Novak case discoveries, the Wuna (Wade and Luna) drama, the Bailey storyline, and so much more. News: 0:30 Skip Tracer Randy: 2:57 Glasser / Novak: 14:37 Chenford / Smitty: 38:20 Wade & Luna / John & Bailey: 51:38 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

This episode was both chaotic and heartbreaking all at the same time. From the game show to Luna and Wade’s troubles, we had a mixed bag of emotions throughout the episode. Kari and Jennifer discuss all of the moments from 8x09 of The Rookie in a new episode of Shop Talk. News: 0:30 Gameshow / Robbery: 3:13 Harper & Penn / Robbery: 14:36 Wade and Luna Grey: 24:15 Chenford: 40:06 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Harper and Chen went undercover in this week’s episode of The Rookie, and it’s something we need to see more of. Kari and Jennifer discuss their undercover operation, Miles and his reckless decision, and Bailey and John trying out long distance in a new episode of Shop Talk. News: 0:28 Harper & Chen Undercover: 4:25 Miles & Nolan / Seth: 30.37 Bailan: 44:30 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

This week, Kari and Jennifer discuss Aaron Thorsen’s return, Wesley running for DA, the Bailey and John drama, and more all in 8x05. News: 0:29 Criminal Network / Aaron: 3:30 Officer Involved Shooting: 15:20 Bailey and Nolan: 27:00 Wopez / DA Campaign Announcement: 37:19 Nyla & Lila: 40:58 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Jennifer and Kari discuss the dark and twisted episode of The Rookie. While there were some lighthearted, cute moments, 8x03 saw the return of Seth Ridley and the Erza Kane case. As a note, episodes after this one will start releasing on Wednesdays, due to The Rookie switching to Monday nights. News: 0:25 Ezra Kane / Samantha: 3:35 Miles & Seth: 35:57 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

The Rookie is back with season 8, and so is Shop Talk! What a season premiere! The Rookie went international, Chenford had their redemption, we had some Angela & Tim moments, along with Smitty & Miles, and Celina & Lucy. Monica and Garza were even back. Jennifer and Kari break down everything that happened in the episode, along with their thoughts for the rest of the season. News: 0:55 Monica / LAPD: 6:20 Chenford: 28:45 Luna & Wade: 39:25 Miles & Smitty: 47:04 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

The official One Chicago Podcast kicks off with Jason Beghe, who has played Sergeant Hank Voight on Chicago P.D. since day one. He joins host Brian Luce, a former Chicago cop and current P.D. producer, to discuss their work on set, Voight’s moral complexity, and the importance of telling the truth of the story. Production Designer Greg Van Horn, known on set as “Merlin,” also shares how he creates the iconic locations that bring the series to life. You can watch this interview on the One Chicago YouTube channel, and check out the season premieres of Chicago Med, Fire and P.D. Wednesday, October 1st starting at 8/7 Central on NBC and streaming on Peacock.

The season 7 finale is here, and Kari and Jennifer are recapping it all. There’s a lot to discuss from John and Oscar’s reunion to the Chenford and Wopez crumbs. Grab a snack and relive the season 7 finale. News: 0:40 John, Harper, and Oscar: 23:12 Chenford & Lucy’s New Schedule: 41:15 Angela & The Bank Robbery: 53:08 Miles’ First Date & The Eastern Front: 1:05:35 Listener Thoughts: 1:16:57 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you’d like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Kari and Jennifer recap 7x16 of The Rookie, including Seth’s return, the Chenford cliffhanger, Wopez and Nyla taking down influencers, and more. News: 0:20 Seth’s Return: 18:25 Wesley & The Influencers: 54:15 Chenford & The Sergeant’s Exam: 1:06:09 Listener Thoughts: 1:12:39 Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). We also have merch, that you can find here: https://shop-talk.dashery.com/ #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan