The Sopranos Podcast

Chris D'Amato

Three Italian-American storytellers take an episodic deep-dive into the philosophy, psychology, and modern-day relevance of "The Sopranos" 20 years after its groundbreaking television debut.

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S7 · E98
June 29 · 1 hr 35 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 7 - The Art of Drowning
This is one of our podcast's most heavy and also laughter filled episodes as Chris, Paul, Jordan, and Lily break down "The Second Coming". It's a wonderful feature episode for Robert Iler (AJ) as his depression and despair hit a tragic apex, while the situation in New York festers to the point of outright hostility. It's a bleak and grim affair, but still not without The Sopranos signature dark humor and insight into the human condition. We discuss therapy, suicide, mental health, depression, gangsterism, and Lincoln Log Sandwiches. All this and so much more, right after we go hats in hand, bended knees... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com
S7 · E97
May 17 · 1 hr 18 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 6 - Catching It
Chris, Paul, Jordan & Lily cover one of the bleakest hours of the show yet where we seem to get the answer to a fundamental question about Tony Soprano's true nature. It's an uncomfortable, audacious, and fascinating hour in which we get to talk about casinos, funeral etiquette, death platitudes, and drug-induced revelations. All this and so much more, just as soon as we hand-carry Paul through the worst crisis he ever had... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S7 · E96
April 1 · 1 hr 40 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 5 - The Good Son
What does it mean to be a good son? How does standing tall "like a man" destroy some of these characters? We delve deep into these questions and so much more as we break down the mid-season classic "Walk Like a Man" which is a tremendous Chris and AJ episode that ends in shocking and deeply unsettling fashion. Where is it all going? What does it all mean? Buckle up. It's only getting crazier from here. We discuss all of this and so much more, right after we borrow tools from "Mike"... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S7 · E95
January 25 · 1 hr 22 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 4 - On Tilt
We're back from the holidays better than ever as we start unpacking the back half of the final nine episodes! This week, Chris, Paul, & Jordan dissect the stylistically unsettling "Chasing It" where Tony's bad run of gambling catches up with him, poisoning his relationship with one of his oldest friends, adding tension to his most heated business rivalry, and further damaging his marriage. It's a wild ride with some uncomfortable moments and dark humor. Also: Phil is the big boss of New York, Little Vito gets rebellious, and Melfi calls Tony to account for his missed sessions. Great discussion about what may arguably be the weakest episode of the final nine. All this and so much more, right after we put all our podcast money on the Jets... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S7 · E94
Dec 8, 2025 · 1 hr 29 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 3 - Red Buttons
Chris, Paul, Jordan & Lily dig into "Remember When", an episode that creates a painful but compelling look at nostalgia and how the past still weighs on the present, even for those who are unable to remember it. Paulie and Tony head south as the FBI digs up Tony's first murder victim, while back home in Jersey, Junior is boss of the mental hospital running a new kind of executive game. Meanwhile in New York, Phil makes a move that will send shockwaves through the underworld after Doc Santoro takes a bite of food off his plate. One by one Tony is assessing his relationships with those closest to him and it's not looking good. It's a wild ride full of great drama, dark humor, and some surprise celebrity cameos. All this and so much more, right after we order salads and wraps after 11:00... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S7 · E93
Oct 26, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 2 - The Sacred and the Profane
Chris, Paul, & Jordan break down "Stage 5" which sees three major storylines about legacy converge into one packed, uncomfortable, and thrilling hour. The stage is set for a wild ride as pieces are moved into place in New York for Phil Leotardo as he recons with his legacy. Johnny Sac gets some troubling medical news and deals with the fallout, and Chris' movie "Cleaver" premieres, but the best drama isn't happening on screen once Tony delves into the subconscious. It's a wild and surprising ride with some harsh but also introspective scenes and a shockingly wise monologue from Carmine Jr. of all things! We break it all down here, and so much more right after we tell him to put it in the trunk... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S7 · E92
Oct 5, 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
S6 Part 2: Episode 1 - Free Parking
We're back for the final nine episodes! It's a bittersweet analysis as the hosts of our podcast, Chris, Paul, Jordan, and Lily ask "Is this it?" It's almost end times for us and for our favorite show, but what an episode to kick off the final season with. "Soprano Home Movies" is an all-time "banger" with humor, the spectre of the past, and dark hopes for the future as Tony, Carmela, Janice, and Bobby spend some time relaxing on the lake. We dig into family, Sopranos past and present, Greek Mythology, Livia, and - of course - a whole lot of Monopoly talk. All this and so much more, right after we buy a railroad... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E91
Jan 20, 2025 · 1 hr 47 min
Season 6A Retrospective - Part 2
This retrospective opens up with a fantastic listener mail segment! Our audience submitted some amazing insights and questions. We continue the discussion about Season 6A when we discuss the progression of therapy, Silvios journey, Bobby & Janice, and of course we finish off our TOP THREEs with Characters/Performances, Moments, and Episodes. WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E90
Dec 3, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
Season 6A Retrospective - Part 1
The penultimate season is over and we get into the weeds on 6A right away. Did it work as a standalone season? What role does Tony take on? What storylines hit? What didn't? Chris, Lily, Paul & Jordan talk at length about Tony, Carmela, Artie Bucco, Eugene Pontecorvo, Junior, & Vito. Plus! We bring back "top three" rankings in food moments, music cues, and quotes. All this and so much more! WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E89
Oct 22, 2024 · 1 hr 42 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 12 - Hallmark Moment
The 6A finale "Kaisha" is a grim, anticlimactic affair. Does it work as a finale to 6A? Does it tie up the beautiful sweeping philisophical themes presented at the top of 6A? Chris, Paul, Jordan & Lily think so! We make the case for the underappreciated 6A finale in this lengthy discussion. Phil and New York almost boil over, but dont. Tony and Chris almost boil over, but dont. Carmela almost looks into Adriana's disappearance, but doesn't. All this amidst a backdrop of characters falling into old habits, and further aggravating deep wounds. It's a beautiful disintigration. All this and so much more, right after we look Paul in the eye and jam a icepick through his lung... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E88
Sep 8, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 11 - Charades
The divisive Vito storyline reaches it's tragic and powerful conclusion in "Cold Stones" the penultimate episode for Season 6 Part 1. Chris, Paul, & Jordan discuss why it worked so well even though they don't agree on the whole story. Plus! An amazing trip to France for Carmela and Rosalie leads to some truly beautifully acted moments. This one has it all! Philosphy, mob drama, great therapy scenes, problems on the Homefront, it's just such a treat. All this and so much more, right after we get fired from Blockbuster... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E87
Aug 19, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 10 - Acts of Kindness
Check out the "Moe & Joe" action! While the energy is a bit more slow and deliberate than is normal for this point in a season, The Sopranos deliver a quality hour that has some really beautiful scenes, great character moments, and interesting story developments. Chris, Paul, & Jordan discuss the root of Tony & Janice's relationship difficulties, Johnny Sac's sentencing, and of course Vito's failed quest to become an "average Joe" up in New Hampshire. All this and so much more, right after we talk to our mother about this shit... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E86
Jul 28, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 9 - Feast of Dollars
Chris, Paul & Jordan go on a wild ride this week with Season 6 classic "The Ride". This is the third episode The Sopranos has written about boredom and it's arguably the best of the bunch. All centered around a street fair, the past nips at our character's heels. The ghost of Adriana rears its head at Carmela, Christopher goes on a ride of his own, and Paulie goes through a tumultuous spiritual journey as the specter of cancer looms over his head. All this and so much more, right after we mess with The Vipers... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E85
Jul 14, 2024 · 1 hr 25 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 8 - Small Time
Though our hosts can't agree on the New Hampshire scenes, Chris, Lily, Paul & Jordan definitely all enjoyed the entertaining and powerful episode "Johnny Cakes". This episode digs deep with AJ in a story that culminates in one of the most emotionally impactful scenes in the series. Meanwhile, the North Ward is undergoing economic development, and Tony is sitting on valuable real estate. Will he sell to Jamba Juice? More importantly, will he sell out his recent reign of post-shooting fidelity with the sexy and charming Julianna Skiff? Also in New Hampshire Vito goes on a journey of his own where he is tempted to let his guard down and be himself. All this and so much more, right after we run every last coffee bean through the computer... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E84
Jun 23, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 7 - The Haves and Have-Nots
They've done it again! Another wonderful Season 6 Episode on display in "Luxury Lounge" as Chris, Paul, Jordan & Lily break down this hilarious and poignantly told hour featuring Artie Bucco in a story about which people have to work hard to attain what they have and who gets to stroll in and just take what they want? Is our entire country merely a "Luxury Lounge" where the privileged few get whatever they want? Plus: an excellent B plot with Chris and Little Carmine heading out to LA to sign Sir Ben Kingsley onto their film project! What could go wrong there? Ask Lauren Bacall! All this and so much more, right after we bring these arugula seeds back from Italy in our shaving kit... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E83
Jun 11, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 6 - ... And Home Before Dark
Chris, Paul & Jordan talk through "Live Free Or Die" which was the first episode of Season 6 that didn't particularly "wow" us, even if it did have some amusing and fascinating scenes that helped move the story along. Vito absconds to New Hampshire after being outed, while mob life continues in Jersey with a wide net of subplots from Italian hitmen to spec houses, "Al Qaedas", and therapy. All this and so much more, right after we grease the union... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E82
May 19, 2024 · 1 hr 28 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 5 - At the Stroke of Midnight
Chris, Lily, Paul & Jordan suit up for the wedding of John and Ginny's daughter Allegra in this excellent "event" episode about strength, image, and masculinity. While Tony is focused on projecting strength during his recovery, another character's veneer is shattered when he is forcefully outed as gay. All this happens amidst the backdrop of the Sacrimoni wedding, as John asks Tony for a favor, tries to enjoy every moment he can outside of his prison cell, and gets humiliated in front of everyone. Plus - Tony returns to Melfi's office to resume therapy. All this and so much more just as soon as we scoop out that bialy... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E81
Apr 21, 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 4 - Postage Stamp
Chris, Paul & Jordan wax philosophical this week as we break down "The Fleshy Part of the Thigh". This episode sees Tony recovering from his trauma amidst the backdrop of a fascinating Eastern vs Western philosophical battle. Has Tony changed? Can Tony change? Is everything connected? Or are we "each and every one of us alone in the ring fighting for our lives?". These are the questions at the heart of this hour. Plus! Paulie has a crisis of identity, and Bobby finds a unique way to earn some extra money. All this and so much more, right after we find out what our EBIDTA is... WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E80
Mar 24, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 3 - Lethe
Chris, Paul, and Jordan wax philosophical this week as we break down "Mayham", a hilarious and deeply rich episode with some of the series' finest moments of writing. The Kevin Finnerty sequence continues, as the world of the North Jersey mob spins out of control without Tony. No one is able to step up to the plate, and Vito and Paulie are playing a dangerous game with the boss' money. Meanwhile, things disintegrate for Carmela on the homefront as her stress and anguish cause her to lash out at AJ. Plus we break down the breathtaking final ten minutes of the episode in detail and Jordan gives a tremendous academic analysis of what it all means! All this and so much more, right after we have a cookie! We're delirious! WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)
S6 · E79
Mar 24, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
S6 Part 1: Episode 2 - The Waiting Room
Chris, Paul & Jordan dig deep into "Join the Club" as all of our characters are held in various forms of Limbo. Tony has a crisis of identity in Costa Mesa, while the family and Family both struggle with the aftermath of Uncle Junior's actions at the end of "Members Only". There are tremendous performances all around, some entrancing (and bizarre) writing, and a cold but beautiful color palate, but the star of the show here is the performance of Edie Falco. Monumental work from the Soprano queen, mirrored by an understated and bewitching performance by our series lead James Gandolfini, as he presents us with a Tony Soprano who is beyond recognition. Is he beyond saving? All this and so much more, right after we take some Pepto Bismol! WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Facebook & Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)

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