Boars, Gore, and Swords Pluribus 1x06: It's No Albuquerque
Dec 6, 2025
This discussion dives deep into the quirky universe of Pluribus. The hosts humorously analyze a puzzling poker scene and explore celebrity cameos, including a hilarious John Cena moment. They also tackle the intricate dynamics of hive mind society, from social exclusion to whimsical logistics about food and reproduction. With witty commentary on character connections and a playful jab at Vince Gilligan's storytelling, the conversation is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Plus, there's a hilarious take on stem cells and frozen eggs!
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Obvious Reveal Can Be Satisfying
- The hosts enjoyed the episode's obvious reveal that the hive mind consumes human-derived protein and treated that obviousness as a strength.
- They described the plot twist as satisfying because it leaned into the expected rather than hiding it for shock value.
Shrink-Wrapped Heads Gag
- The hosts recounted rewatching and finding the episode's opening anticlimactic after knowing later events.
- They joked about shrink-wrapped celebrity heads and imagined George W. Bush as a repeated gag.
Cameos As Flavor Not Plot
- Vince Gilligan's use of celebrity cameos (Diabate's scene) highlights how star power can be comedic without advancing plot.
- Hosts felt more cameos could've been used as small touches rather than full poker stakes.
