
The Wire Stripped
Wow! The Wire at 20!?......20 years ago, HBO released a show that nobody was talking about. But then, everyone slowly realised that The Wire might be the most incredible show of all time. We're Dave and Kobi, returning to the Baltimore pits to rewatch EVERY EPISODE in our podcast – The Wire: Stripped. We’ll break down the lingo - like re-ups, burners and wiretaps. We’ll analyse critical scenes too. We talk to the creator David Simon, key cast members, including Frankie Faison, better known as Deputy Commissioner Burrell, Lance Reddick, who played Lieutenant Daniels, And of course, the one, the only… the Bunk. Wendell Pierce. Also, listen to celebrity guests and superfans. So if you're watching for the first or the ninth time, join us as we revisit one of the greatest shows ever.Here is a short list of who we have lined up for Season 4:David Simon - Creator of The WireMaestro Harrell - Randy WagstaffJulito McCullum - NamondJermaine Crawford - DukieTristan Mack Wilds - MichaelNathan Corbett - DonutDelaney Williams - LandsmanAnwan Glover - Slim CharlesChad Coleman - CuttyPanama (Armando Cadogan Jnr)- Bubbles TormentorBrandy Burre - Theresa D'AgostinoSandi McCree - De'Londa BricePaul L Nolan - Hardware Store Employee Trey Chaney - PootAlexa Fogel - Casting DirectorJoilet Harris - Caroline Massey.Aiden Gillen - CarcettiThuliso Dingwall - Kenard Wendell Pierce - BunkClarke Peters - FreamonErnest Dickerson - DirectorDominic Lombardozzi - HercGet Subscribed now!
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Feb 10, 2023 • 49min
S4 Ep4: Refugees
"No one wins. One side just loses more slowly." - PrezOur Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Episode SynopsisAs the homicide unit's newest detective Greggs is assigned to the high-profile witness case in an attempt to stall the investigation until after the election. Freamon joins Bunk on finding his missing suspect and realizes the connection to the lack of violence from the Stanfield Organization. Freamon suggests the suspect has been killed and his body hidden. Marlo loses big in a poker game and decides to take over Bodie's corner. Chris and Snoop assess Michael as a potential recruit. Proposition Joe manipulates Omar into robbing Marlo's next card game. Watkins becomes more angry with Royce when he sees he has reneged on a promise to back his protege Marla Daniels for a council seat. Randy is caught skipping school and becomes a reluctant informant for the teachers.Get your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/stripped Kobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658 Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 4 Images from Michael Balistreri @BlackSnowComics on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - Editing Follow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone 📞 +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 3, 2023 • 1h 6min
S4 Ep3: Home Rooms
"I love the first day, man. Everybody all friendly an' shit." - Namond BriceOur Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Episode SynopsisRoyce strikes back against Carcetti with his mayoral powers; however, he alienates State Delegate Watkins over his refusal to fund witness protection. Carcetti impresses Watkins by his reserved behaviour at the funeral of the murdered witness. Bunk visits Jimmy McNulty and Beadie Russell for dinner and finds McNulty sober and enjoying domestic life. Marlo Stanfield visits Bodie's corner and muscles him into selling the Stanfield package. Marlo is impressed with Michael a second time when he sees him working for Bodie. Proposition Joe and his New Day Co-Op face problems on two fronts; New York drug dealers on the East side and the Stanfield Organization in the West; they agree to attempt to negotiate with Marlo. Omar Little robs a Stanfield stash house. Rawls sends a caustic new lieutenant to gut the major case unit from the inside. Freamon and Kima Greggs leave for the homicide unit. Howard "Bunny" Colvin embarks on a new career as a researcher into violent behaviour. Prez is shocked by a violent incident in his classroom.Get your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/stripped Kobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658 Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 4 Images from Michael Balistreri @BlackSnowComics on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - Editing Follow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone 📞 +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 27, 2023 • 1h 8min
S4 Ep2: Soft Eyes
"I still wake up white in a city that ain't." - CarcettiOur Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Episode SynopsisThomas "Herc" Hauk is now working for the Mayor's security detail. He catches Royce in a compromising position and learns how to spin it into a promotion opportunity. Namond visits his father, Wee-Bey Brice, in prison. Wee-Bey urges Namond to work harder at his job with drug dealer Bodie Broadus, but Namond swaps it with Michael as he is in greater financial need. Bunk Moreland investigates a murder but finds his prime suspect missing. Rhonda Pearlman and Lester Freamon argue over-delivering subpoenas to political figures. Another murder involving a state's witness gives Carcetti damaging ammunition in a debate with Royce. Marlo gives money away to the neighbourhood children, and Michael catches his attention when he refuses the handout. Dennis "Cutty" Wise continues to run the community boxing gym and notices Michael because of his aptitude for the sport. Bubbles mentors young and homeless Sherrod in his junk-selling business.Get your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/stripped Kobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658 Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 4 Images from Michael Balistreri @BlackSnowComics on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - Editing Follow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone 📞 +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23, 2023 • 59min
D Watkins Interview - "The Wire: The Complete Visual History"
In this episode, we talk with D Watkins about the book "The Wire: The Complete Visual History", his life and how The Wire affected him and writing for We Own This City.You can buy "The Wire: The Complete Visual History" and all of D Watkins' Books, such as "Black Boy Smile" on AMAZON Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedEpisode SynopsisFour West Baltimore boys wrestle with what to do with the rest of their summer vacation. When a neighbouring group of children beats up unkempt outcast Duquan "Dukie" Weems, Michael Lee is the quiet leader of the group's retaliation. Randy Wagstaff has the imagination to plan the endeavour. Namond Brice is the most outspoken and the richest of the four. Roland "Prez" Pryzbylewski prepares for his new career as a school teacher. The Major Crimes Unit continues with its wiretap investigation into the Stanfield Organization. They remain unaware that when Marlo Stanfield orders a death, the target is taken to a vacant building and killed by enforcers Chris Partlow and Snoop. Randy is unwittingly involved in one such murder. The mayoral election campaign between councilman Tommy Carcetti and incumbent mayor Clarence Royce begins to take shape.Get your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/strippedKobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 4 Images from Michael Balistreri @BlackSnowComics on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - EditingFollow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone �� +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2023 • 1h
S4 Ep1: Boys of Summer
This season is dedicated to Al Brown."Lambs to the slaughter here." - Marcia DonnellyOur Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Episode SynopsisFour West Baltimore boys wrestle with what to do with the rest of their summer vacation. When a neighbouring group of children beats up unkempt outcast Duquan "Dukie" Weems, Michael Lee is the quiet leader of the group's retaliation. Randy Wagstaff has the imagination to plan the endeavour. Namond Brice is the most outspoken and the richest of the four. Roland "Prez" Pryzbylewski prepares for his new career as a school teacher. The Major Crimes Unit continues with its wiretap investigation into the Stanfield Organization. They remain unaware that when Marlo Stanfield orders a death, the target is taken to a vacant building and killed by enforcers Chris Partlow and Snoop. Randy is unwittingly involved in one such murder. The mayoral election campaign between councilman Tommy Carcetti and incumbent mayor Clarence Royce begins to take shape.Get your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/stripped Kobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658 Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 4 Images from Michael Balistreri @BlackSnowComics on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - Editing Follow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone 📞 +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2, 2022 • 38min
Snot Boogie 20th Anniversary of The Wire Exclusive Interview. The Wire at 20
"The Wire" turns 20 years old and we thought who better to speak to than Snot Boogie!! He kicked off the whole show!DaJuan Prince (@HomeOfTheWire on Twitter) was a fantastic guest. We love that he carried on being part of the show much longer than that one iconic scene!All together:"Got to. This America, man."If you like this and would like to support our nominated charity please do follow us on PatreonOur Patreon is 100% in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire)👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedGet your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/strippedKobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 3 Images from Simon Devereux @DevzNoodles on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - EditingFollow Us OnlineWebsite: TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 2022 • 47min
David Simon Interview Special: Part II
"The Wire" turns 20 years old and with "We Own This City" out on HBO in The USA David Simon, the creator of both shows and much more in-between, agreed to join us to talk for nearly 2hrs!!! We talked about everything from "We Own This City", to his thoughts on Defunding The Police! This is Part 2 of a 3 part series and you guys here on our Patreon can listen to all parts TODAY whilst other listeners will have to listen to Part 2 next week! Part 3 will only ever be for our Patrons. Come and join us - the water's warm! https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedIf you know anyone that would like to listen to these other parts do share the link below with them and on social media. Remember 100% of the money you guys generate from Patreon goes to The Ella Thompson Fund.Our Patreon is 100% in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire)👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedGet your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/strippedKobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 3 Images from Simon Devereux @DevzNoodles on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerFollow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2022 • 50min
David Simon Interview Special: Part I
In this podcast, David Simon, the creator of The Wire, discusses topics ranging from his new show 'We Own This City' to his thoughts on defunding the police. He also reflects on his favorite TV shows and their impact on his work. The hosts explore the profound influence of The Wire on societal views and discuss the importance of cities in Simon's shows. They also discuss their upcoming season and promote the Thompson Fund charity in Baltimore.

May 15, 2022 • 1h 10min
Exclusive interview with Jennifer Wood of Mental Floss
Jennifer Wood, Editor of Mental Floss talked to Kobi about The Wire, and The Golden Age of television in general. We talked about Mental Floss' Book "The Curious Viewer" all about the most Bingeworthy Television! You can read more about the book here and buy it from all good book shops all around the world!Also, stay tuned for the opportunity to win a copy of "The Curious Viewer" follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheWireStrippedPS - Sorry about Kobi's Microphone - for some reason, it sounds no way near as good as it normally does.Our Patreon is 100% in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire)👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedGet your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/strippedKobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 3 Images from Simon Devereux @DevzNoodles on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - EditingFollow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone �� +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 2022 • 22min
Delaney "Landsman" exclusive interview!
Ahead of "We Own This City" coming out TOMORROW on HBO in The USA the glorious Delaney Williams agreed to join us to talk about his role in "The Wire" and "We Own This City".Settle in guys - this is a fun one!PS if anyone listening can make a show or film out of Delaney Williams and John Cena looking like each other let us know!!!Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fund - (Charity Supported by The Wire )👇👇👇👇👇https://www.patreon.com/TheWireStrippedGet your 100 free minutes of transcription with Sonix using this link https://sonix.ai/invite/strippedKobi and DaveKobi's other podcast is FlixwatcherDave's other podcasts are The Cinemile and ShitegeistBurnerIf you want to leave us a 30 seconds or fewer burner message, record using your favourite voice recorder app and email it to burner@theWireStripped.com or Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone📞+447534 831 658Thank-yousTheme tune by Sam and Martin from Song by Song Podcast: www.songbysongpodcast.comSeason 3 Images from Simon Devereux @DevzNoodles on InstagramTom Whalley - Exec Producer and EditorObe Joshua - ProducerBen Williams - EditingFollow Us OnlineWebsite: www.TheWireStripped.comEmail: Burner@TheWireStripped.comTwitter: @TheWireStrippedFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheWireStrippedInstagram: @TheWireStrippedLeave a Whatsapp voice memo on our burner phone �� +447534 831 658👇👇👇Our Patreon in support of The Ella Thompson Fundhttps://www.patreon.com/TheWireStripped See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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