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Gotham Knights (2023)
This well-acted show pulls you in
I'll be honest. I knew I'd enjoy watching Misha Collins but was a little skeptical of the young actors. I expected that I was going to find some annoying acting. Wow, what a pleasure. Everyone was great. I am interested in all of them and seeing their characters' stories. CW has learned some new tricks and is giving great representation for bi and trans young adults. Production design looks great. I came for Misha Collins, but I'm going to stay because I what to know what happens next, and I want to see these characters find a solution that gives them back their freedom. And I'm certainly wondering how Harvey Dent becomes Two Face.
Roadfood: Southern Louisiana (2022)
This was a fun episode
This episode was great. Everything from the expected New Orleans gumbo to the Rougarou Fest in Houma (supernatural connection!), Louisiana, to a visit with an adorable Nutria.
Roadfood: Eastern Shore, VA (2022)
Example of the show's goals
Roadfood is about showing people with different perspectives, and showing how we are all unique, yet similar as people -- all done with empathy. This episode is a prime example.
Spoilers - beyond this point
Not gonna lie -- segments of this episode were difficult for me. Seeing someone saying that their sinking island is purely a victim of erosion and not climate change, while wearing a second amendment cap and Trump pins is not my idea of fun.
But Misha and the show takes empathy seriously, and they try to humanize everyone, while showing the local food and culture. It's very easy to de-humanize those we don't agree with, and Roadfood will have none of that.
This show needs to be recognized for what it's doing. It's not just something to watch to know where to eat. It's a lot more than that.
Roadfood: New Bedford, MA (2022)
One of my favorites
This episode is amazing in that it manages one of the best balances of lighthearted fun, beautiful travelogue, and historical information so far in RoadFood. I've traveled the US a lot so while I loved the first few episodes, they didn't necessarily make me say, "I've got to see this town," but this one did.
The fun part: All the guests in this episode are so outgoing, attractive and charismatic. Everyone just feels so positive, and it's lovely to see.
The serious part: The plot summary mentions a Portuguese immigrant population, but what the summary doesn't mention is that both members of predominantly European Portugal, and the predominantly African Portuguese Cape Verde colony came to the US. So you essentially have both sides of a colonial revolution as immigrants with slightly different versions of the same foods. This is a simplified summary, but you get the idea. I was surprised that we even got this glimpse into the history. I really wish this was a longer show and they could have spent more time with the history, but I appreciated and enjoyed what was shared.
Roadfood: Detroit, MI (2022)
Detroit soul food
This was a good solid episode and loved the restaurants. But more than the restaurants, the best part of the episode was the segment on urban farming. It just seemed so logical and moving and important to the community. Really enjoyed watching.
Roadfood: Barberton, OH (2022)
Lots of fun stuff
This episode has a lot of fun stuff. The Serbian chicken dish with hot rice was interesting. One of the guests is a former pro wrestler who brings in some unique moments. The small town lake is just lovely. Misha rides a motorcycle. I could go on.
Even with all that, it's not my favorite episode, but that tells you how high quality the show is that my least fave episode is a 9. However, in fairness I'll say that it's one of my husband's favorite episodes.
There is conversation with people who voted on opposite sides of the presidential election that I wasn't crazy about, but fits with Misha's goal of really listening to the communities he visits, so good on him for doing that and sticking to his mission. He's a good guy and I'm glad he's hosting.
Roadfood: Brownsville, TX (2021)
Lots I could relate to
As a Latina from Texas, who loves tacos, there was a lot to relate to. Like one of the guests, I don't eat all the parts of the cow that my relatives do, but probably more than some people would. Won't spoil you, but you have to watch and see what part of the cow Misha and the guest decide to try.
This episode also had great interaction between Misha and a little girl, and you could really see the teasing father in him come out.
Another cool (but not temperature-wise lol) part was when Misha was involved in the cooking of the meat. I thought for a second he was going to fall in the pit! But Misha laughed at himself and we got to smile along, too. Really good episode.
Roadfood: Chicago, IL (2021)
Needed to be longer!
This is one of my favorite episodes so far. There just seemed to be something that clicked here. This episode contains a quick glimpse in Misha's college life at the University of Chicago. The food that they look at in the episode comes from the same neighborhood that Misha came to years ago, and that's a nice touch.
Roadfood: Rhode Island (2021)
This was fun
I appreciated seeing Misha interact with his mom in this episode. It was unexpected and nice way of letting the audience get a more personal picture. I thought his reaction to the birthday cake she made for him was very authentic and not at all scripted. I won't spoil it by describing the reaction, but seriously you have to watch it and see.
Roadfood: Houston, TX (2021)
Being from Houston I appreciate the content
I love BBQ but Houston has wonderful international food. I got introduced to Vietnamese years ago and it's so great to see a food show talk about Vietnamese food instead of stereotypes of Texas.
Misha starts a little tongue-tied but gets more and more natural 😇 as he goes, so stick with the show.