A weekly deep-dive on your favorite television pilots, from twin brother and sister, Taylor and Mackenzie. After decades of television deliberation from Rugrats to Seinfeld to Game of Thrones, Taylor and Mackenzie offer their take on TV pilots from every genre.

From the Top with Taylor and Mackenzie
Claim This Podcastby Mackenzie Byersdorf and Taylor Rowland
Podcast Overview
A weekly deep-dive on your favorite television pilots, from twin brother and sister, Taylor and Mackenzie. After decades of television deliberation from Rugrats to Seinfeld to Game of Thrones, Taylor and Mackenzie offer their take on TV pilots from every genre.
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Recent Episodes

December 17, 2020
Episode 15: Parks and Recreation
<p>This week we deep-dive into the anomaly that is Parks and Recreation: a show with one of the WORST pilots ever, yet which ended as a beloved, fan-favorite series. Treat yo' self by listening to our take on Leslie Knope versions 1 and 2, and how Parks and Rec dug themselves out of the (literal) pit.</p> <p>We cover:</p> <ul> <li>"Would You Rather," Parks and Rec style</li> <li>The evolution of Leslie Knope, from female Michael Scott to inspiring beacon of hope and grit.</li> <li>The strange, sparkling gem of Pawnee - and why it's maybe more memorable than any other fictional town</li> <li>And more!</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe and leave a review. Thank you!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">SUBSCRIBE:</span> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie/id1523893785"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Android</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/2ITP3J7LW4APvBchm1noVk?si=lYjXN4WjRYWdP5xL08-igg"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Spotify</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FOLLOW US:</span> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Facebook</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://twitter.com/fromthetoppod_"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Twitter</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FIND OUT MORE:</span> <a href= "https://www.fromthetoppod.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">https://www.fromthetoppod.com/</span></a></p>

November 29, 2020
Episode 14: The West Wing
<p>If political chatter has you exhausted, might we usher you into the heartwarming, albeit fictional, world of The West Wing? This week we discuss the pilot of Aaron Sorkin's beloved political drama. Walk and talk with us, as we meet sassy/inspirational President Bartlett and his busy, banter-slinging Oval Office team.</p> <p>You'll hear:</p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Quick takes on: the power of a Presidential zinger, our lament over Charlie's (Dulé Hill) absence from the episode, and why some of the pilot's storyline wouldn't work in 2020.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our dream Oval Office teams, comprised of TV characters and celebrities - our favorite segment yet!</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">How The West Wing came to be, with it's whiplash-inducing camera work and pages upon pages of dialogue.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">And more!</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe and leave a review. Thank you!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">SUBSCRIBE:</span> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie/id1523893785"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Android</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/2ITP3J7LW4APvBchm1noVk?si=lYjXN4WjRYWdP5xL08-igg"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Spotify</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FOLLOW US:</span> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Facebook</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://twitter.com/fromthetoppod_"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Twitter</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FIND OUT MORE:</span> <a href= "https://www.fromthetoppod.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">https://www.fromthetoppod.com/</span></a></p>

November 15, 2020
Episode 13: A Menu for Thanksgiving Television
<p>If you're looking for what to watch this year as you bake your pie (or order takeout), we've got you covered! This week we're taking a detour from TV pilots and bringing you:</p> <ul> <li>Our 10 favorite Thanksgiving-themed TV episodes!</li> <li>TV characters we'd like to see made into a Macy's Parade balloon - who doesn't want to see a giant, floating Ron Swanson mustache?!</li> <li>Some embarrassing and heartfelt Thanksgiving memories...</li> <li>And more!</li> </ul> <p>For the full list of TV episodes and where to watch them, go to our website <a href= "https://www.fromthetoppod.com/episodes/episode-13-thanksgivingmenu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a>.</p> <p><br /> <span style="font-weight: 400;">If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe and leave a review. Thank you!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">SUBSCRIBE:</span> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie/id1523893785"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/from-the-top-with-taylor-and-mackenzie"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Android</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/2ITP3J7LW4APvBchm1noVk?si=lYjXN4WjRYWdP5xL08-igg"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Spotify</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FOLLOW US:</span> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/fromthetoppod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Facebook</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href= "https://twitter.com/fromthetoppod_"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Twitter</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">FIND OUT MORE:</span> <a href= "https://www.fromthetoppod.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">https://www.fromthetoppod.com/</span></a></p>
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