The Buddie System: A 9-1-1 Yapathon (Han, Cil, & Rachel)
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| 17 Oct 2024 | Because I Got High (2x06: Dosed) | 02:31:14 | |
Lucy in the sky with diamonds…okay maybe it’s just Bobby on the roof of the station with brownies! This week, Cil, Rachel, and Han take a trip into the psyches of the 118 in Season 2, Episode 6 of 9-1-1, “Dosed.” Bobby and Buck are under the influence of seeing what they want, rather than what’s actually there– whether that’s a lost loved one among the clouds, or earnest interest where there’s manipulation. Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch (Intro) (00:09:52) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:17:15) Flashover (Themes) (00:31:44) Who's Cookin' (Character Arcs) (00:32:25) Bobby and Athena (00:58:50) Maddie (01:13:22) The 118 Being Interviewed by Taylor (01:22:12) Buck and Taylor (01:42:59) Where's the Fire (Scene Dissection: Buck, Eddie, and Hen Dosed) (02:01:56) Slow Burn (Bi Buck & Buddie Watch) (02:29:45) Bring a Buddie With You & Outro | |||
| 24 Oct 2024 | Honeybee, Come Get This Pollen (Season 8 Episodes 1-3) | 03:54:55 | |
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a…bee-nado?! Get ready for takeoff with Buddie System Airlines with Han, Cil, and Rachel on an insightful journey as we nosedive into the thrilling first three episodes of Season 8 of 9-1-1! In the first installment of our Special Edition episodes covering Season 8 as it airs, we explore the emotional arcs of our beloved characters, focusing on their growth and struggles amid high-stakes emergencies, including the unforgettable bee-nado. Through all the twisters and turns, mustaches and meta, we focus on how the characters’ storylines are set up in this first three-episode arc, and anticipate what could be coming in for a crash landing next! From the emotional turmoil faced by Athena to Buck's struggle with authority, we unpack the layers of uncertainty, support systems, and levity. Themes of trauma, love, and identity intertwine as characters navigate their complex lives. We draw parallels to previous seasons and shine a spotlight on the brilliant behind-the-scenes aspects of the show and how new writers, directors, and director of photography contribute to a fresh new perspective on 9-1-1’s storytelling. We also share our wish list for the season, including Eddie's queer realization and the ever-evolving dynamics between Buck and Eddie. Buck-le up for a fun and engaging ride filled with laughs and thoughtful analysis as we navigate this exciting new chapter of 9-1-1! 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Season 8 Premiere Buzzes Toward 10M Cross-Platform Viewers In 7 Days, Deadline 📰 ‘9-1-1’ (8x02 “When The Boeing Gets Tough…”) was watched by 4.92M LIVE Viewers and scored an 0.42 in the Key Demographic. It was the #1 scripted series of the night. 911TVNews, Twitter 📰 The concluding episode of the ‘9-1-1’ 3-part premiere (8x03) was watched by 5.52M Viewers and scored an 0.51 in the key demo. It was the #1 scripted series of the night and the biggest LIVE audience for the show this season. 911TVNews, Twitter 📰 Oliver Stark Breaks Down the ‘9-1-1’ Season 8 Premiere, Hints at a Major Storyline for Buck This Season, Tell-Tale TV 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss Reveals If [Spoiler] Is Dead & Answers More Premiere Burning Questions, TV Fanatic Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon... | |||
| 06 Mar 2025 | Take the Money and Run (2x15: Ocean's 9-1-1) | 01:43:18 | |
Get ready to flip your perspective because this episode of 9-1-1 is a real gem! This week we dive into the hilariously chaotic world of Season 2, Episode 15 'Ocean's 9-1-1', where the 118 are a distraction, and the real heist is our sanity! Bobby and the gang are accused of being part of a plot that spirals out of control, and let’s just say, the detectives in this episode are as incompetent as they come! We’re all about The Buddie System here (lol), and with Hen in the hot seat facing some serious accusations, you’ll want to hear how our favorite first responders back each other up—because nothing screams “family” like a dash of drama and a sprinkle of whodunit! The detectives' hilariously misguided theories about Athena, Bobby, Buck, Hen, Chimney, Michael, and Eddie highlight the absurdity of assumptions, reminding us to always think outside the box! Han, Cil, and Rachel explore how this episode flips the usual procedural formula on its head, giving us delightful twists that made us feel like we were watching a movie, with our 118 fam caught in a web of crime, comedy, and confusion. We even imagined what it would be like if Buck, Eddie, and the rest of the squad were to start their own crime syndicate. Spoiler alert: it’s as chaotic and hilarious as you’d expect! So grab your detective hats, and let’s start from the beginning so we can crack this case wide open. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 How ‘9-1-1’s Breezy Heist Episode Channels ‘Ocean’s Eleven’, TV Insider 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Showrunner Tim Minear Teases Spring Return, Origin Stories & More Season 2 Details, TV Line 📰 Florida teen rescued after being trapped in bank vault for hours, New York Post Chapters (00:00:00)-Intro (00:02:12)-General Thoughts (00:09:03)-Jaws of Life - Deep Dive (00:12:52)-Red String Corner (00:20:46)-Needle Drop (00:22:32)-Flashover - Themes (00:34:40)-Who’s Cookin’ - “Motives” for the Heist (00:36:22)-Buck & Maddie - Lost Their Security Deposit (00:43:25)-Hen - Stressed About Karen’s Unemployment (00:54:18)-Chimney - Too Much Time on His Hands (01:00:12)-Eddie- Too Competent For His Own Good (01:06:48)-A Very Buddie Resume (01:11:03)-Michael - Friends with His Ex’s New Squeeze (01:13:50)-Athena - In Cahoots by Association (01:18:30)-Bobby - Conspiring with His Fiance’s Ex (01:19:32)-Where’s the Fire? - Scene Dissection: Bobby’s Interrogation (01:28:48)-Slow Burn - Bi Buck & Buddie Watch (01:33:12)-Who’s Your Partner? (01:40:55)-Take a Buddie With You - Outro We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! | |||
| 12 Sep 2024 | Whatta Man Whatta Man (2x01: Under Pressure) | 02:49:35 | |
A sultry slow-mo introduction to a new character set to an iconic Salt-N-Pepa song? Lives were changed – at least ours were! The wait is finally over, join Han, Cil, and Rachel as we catch up with the 118 and meet THE Man, the Myth, the Legend, Eddie Diaz in Season 2, Episode 1 of 9-1-1, “Under Pressure”! Articles Mentioned: FOX Sets Fall Premiere for 9-1-1’s Second Season, (TVLine) (Deadline) Jennifer Love Hewitt Joins the Cast for 9-1-1 Season 2, (Variety) (TVLine) ‘9-1-1’: Ryan Guzman Joins Fox Drama As Firefighter, Deadline Stark & Guzman Show, Youtube “FOX Treats Second-Season Launch of ‘9-1-1’ Like a First Season Debut”, Variety Oliver Stark on “I Never Said This Before” Podcast , Tik Tok Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 20 Mar 2025 | We Can't Be Friends (Season 8 Episodes 9-10) | 03:48:34 | |
Buck doesn’t want to argue, but he doesn’t want to bite his tongue, he’d rather die. Abandonment Issues McGee™️ is back at it again, leading to communication failures, subconscious sabotage, and some seriously awkward moments that left us cringing and laughing. This week we’re hauling ourselves headfirst into the theme of platonic friendship versus whatever the fuck these two are doing, highlighting how Buck and Eddie's dynamic has never been normal, not even for a minute. Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss Season 8, Episode 9 “Sob Stories” and Episode 10 “Voices” where Maddie goes through an actual horror movie while her brother lives out the first half of a rom-com. Just Buckley sibling things. We’re still reeling from Maddie's suspenseful arc that had us on the edge of our seats, in awe of her tenacity as she takes charge and fights for her family while grappling with her own trauma. Her storyline hits an emotional crescendo serving as a reminder that our girl never stops fighting. Eddie’s impending move causes Buck’s conflicting feelings to boil over and lash out in pettiness after he overhears Eddie say, “Everything that matters is in Texas.” We inspect his thought process (or lack thereof) and how it’s directly affected by his prior experiences in platonic and romantic relationships alike. In the shortest doggie adoption ever, we meet Blaze, the world’s cutest beagle and discuss how he’s a metaphor for Eddie, Buck, and Christopher. Buck and Eddie’s past, present, and future are under the microscope as they face the reality of separation. This narrative is a treasure trove of tropes that we owe to the vision and writing of showrunner Tim Minear and his outstanding team who masterfully crafted 7 years of parallels and symbolism into 2 episodes of television. The use of visual storytelling from the cinematography and props to the blocking and direction packs a very intentional punch right in the Buddie feels. We navigate the minefield of not-so-subtle hints of something more lurking beneath the surface of Buck and Eddie’s ‘friendship’ through the sheer quantity and depth of parallels and symbolism. Then, we take a look at what we know is coming up next, and what we hope to see in our very own Buddie System Forecast. Hearts are breaking during Buck and Eddie’s amicable breakup as they say goodbye in front of a U-Haul. So, lift with your knees, because we did in fact have time to unpack all that. The tension is simmering, the awkwardness is palpable, and Buddie canon is inevitable. 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 9-1-1 Season 8, Episode 10 Review: ‘Voices’, fangirlish. 📰 The Cinematography of the Buddie Goodbye in 9-1-1 “Voices” Speaks Volumes, fangirlish. 🗣️ Interviews Mentioned 📰 | |||
| 23 May 2024 | The Buddie System - Podcast Trailer | 00:04:32 | |
Welcome Buddies! We are super excited to announce our brand new 9-1-1 podcast! Come join us as we rewatch 9-1-1 from the very beginning. We will be doing a close meta-analysis of every episode and keeping an eye out on that incendiary fun! Tune in to our trailer to learn more about the show and our three great hosts—Cilla, Han, and Rachel! | |||
| 12 Dec 2024 | Make the Yuletide Gay (2x10: Merry Ex-Mas) | 03:20:50 | |
Have yourself a merry little Christmas… Eddie’s troubles are zero miles away. You can count on us as we take a shiny red-nosed dive into the type of emotional roller coaster that only seems to happen around the holidays in Season 2, Episode 10 of 9-1-1, "Merry Ex-mas!" Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss how this episode intertwines heartwarming but complicated reunions with overcoming the fear of opening yourself up to new beginnings. We explore what it means to come home for Christmas, not just in a physical sense but emotionally as well — like how Eddie grapples with the return of his ex-wife Shannon while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy for his son, Christopher. The warmth of Christmas and Bobby’s anxious, but hopeful future with Athena creates a striking contrast with the turmoil of Eddie debating whether his trust in Shannon can be rebuilt. Meanwhile, Maddie struggles to reclaim the joy in her Christmas Present from the ghost of her Christmas Past. We celebrate the moments where Eddie's vulnerability shines through his stoic demeanor, unspoken fears, and insecurities that linger beneath the surface, especially in his interactions with Buck. Poignant heart-to-hearts between Buck and Eddie reveal how their profound bond deepens the more they allow their true selves to be seen by each other. Join us as we unwrap the gifts of vulnerability, trust, and the feeling of belonging that comes with chosen family, all wrapped up by our favorite elf! 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 Here’s the Formula ‘9-1-1’ Uses to Plot Each Episode’s Emergencies, The Wrap 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss on ‘Christmas Angel’-Like Introduction to Maddie’s Abusive Ex – And That Surprise Casting, The Wrap 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Showrunner Tells Us if That Proposal Will Survive Past the Holidays, The Wrap 📰 9-1-1 EP Explains [Spoiler]’s Casting, Breaks Down Those Fall Finale Twists, TV Line 📰 9-1-1 Boss Reveals Hidden Secrets for Fans ‘Shipping Buck and Eddie, TV Line Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch (00:01:39) General Thoughts on Ex-mas (00:10:54) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:25:26) Red String Corner (00:35:07) Flashover (Themes) (00:40:51) Who’s Cookin’? (Character Arcs) (00:41:00) Bobby & Athena (00:49:44) The Evolution of Bathena's Relationship (00:53:50) Bathena Uses Patients as Therapists (00:59:43) Bobby Goes All In & Bathena Proposal (01:06:54) Maddie & Chimney (01:08:44) Chimney’s Just a Little Stitious (01:13:53) Trusting vs Sus-ing (01:25:35) Maddie Not-So Merry (Fight with Buck) (01:27:14) The RomCom-ification of Madney (01:31:48) Maddie’s Flashback to Last Christmas (01:34:31) Eddie (and Mourning the Mustache) (01:35:39) Ranking Eddie's Facial Hair (Hot Takes) (01:40:28) Horny Hours for Eddie (01:47:02) Christopher’s Christmas Wish (01:53:21) Eddie Putting Christopher First (01:59:47) Where’s the Fire (Scene Dissection: Eddie & Shannon at 118) (02:05:20) Eddie & Shannon’s Communication Breakdown (02:15:26) How Eddie Talks to Buck vs Shannon (02:18:41) Eddie Doesn’t Know What He Wants (02:22:01) Slow... | |||
| 22 Aug 2024 | Leaving on a Jet Plane (Season 1 Wrap) | 01:52:05 | |
See ya later, Abbygator! This week we bid so long, farewell, and bye bye bye to Season 1 of 9-1-1. Han, Cil, and Rachel talk character arc highlights, big-picture themes, parallels and more. Walk with us through Marvel-style “What If” scenarios as we ponder the butterfly effect and what would have happened if one small thing were different. Articles Mentioned: Ryan Murphy Says ‘9-1-1’ Was Inspired by Real-Life Family Emergency, Variety ‘9-1-1’ Showrunner Tim Minear Signs 20th Century Fox TV Deal, Variety Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 09 Jan 2025 | I’m Not Here, This Isn’t Happening (2x12: Chimney Begins) | 01:56:15 | |
Welcome to the Chimney Farewell Tour, where all of his worst memories flash inside his mind! This week Han, Cil, and Rachel open up the floo and slide right into Season 2 Episode 12 of 9-1-1, “Chimney Begins.” Take a trip with us into Chimney’s brain to relive some of his most defining moments in becoming a firefighter paramedic — from finding his calling at karaoke night to overcoming adversity at Gerrard’s 118 and discovering a passion for being a helper and a healer. We learn about Chimney’s upbringing, most notably his non-traditional family in the Lees and the brotherly love between him and Kevin. Discover the parallels between Kevin and Buck, their instinct to throw themselves into danger without a second thought and the similarities in how Chimney gives them both the little brother treatment. Chimney’s father is our latest member inducted into the “Bio-Parents Have No Rights” Club. We discuss Mr. Han’s complete neglect and disinterest in his firstborn son, giving Chimney a lifelong inferiority complex, and its far-reaching effects on how he tries to present himself to friends and family. We explore our neurodivergent Chimney headcanon which explains his inability to hold down a job, superior pattern recognition, and calm under pressure. Chimney believes he’s finally where he’s meant to be, but finds himself relegated to “man behind” on every shift, keeping him from earning his stripes as a probationary firefighter which exacerbates Chimney’s feeling of not belonging until Eli takes him under his wing. The emotional crux of this episode centers around the aftermath of Chimney essentially losing his brother, shaping the man we’ve come to know, and how he handles traumatic experiences (like the one he’s currently bleeding out from). Tune in to see Chimney turn his life into folklore as he fights to survive the Horrors™️for the life he’s built and the future that’s just within reach. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 9-1-1‘s Kenneth Choi Breaks Down Those Emotional Chimney Reveals, Gets Real About His Uncertain Fate, TV Line 📰 ‘9-1-1’: Kenneth Choi on Chimney’s Origin Story – and Why Horrible Things Keep Happening to Him, The Wrap 📰 ‘9-1-1’ and ‘The Resident’ Renewed for Third Seasons at Fox, Variety 📰 ‘9-1-1’ & ‘The Resident’ Renewed For Season 3 By Fox, Deadline Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | Holding Out for a Hero (1x05: Point of Origin) | 02:24:48 | |
Hero origin stories are never happy and Bobby Nash is no exception to the rule. Han, Cil, and Rachel are Up, Up, and Away discussing how the events of Season 1, Episode 5 of 9-1-1: “Point of Origin,” shake up Bobby and Hen’s foundations and analyze the developments in Abby and Buck’s situationship. Tune in as we explore the caped crusaders of the 118 and the men (and woman) behind the masks! Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 10 Oct 2024 | Why You Gotta Be So Rude (2x05: Awful People) | 01:39:44 | |
Some folks are liars, 🤥 and pathetic, 🙄 and alone in life, 🧍 and all they’re ever going to be is mean—but it takes a special kind of person to be able to help them in their time of need, and have full restraint to not say 💥 “get wrecked!” Season 2, Episode 5 of 9-1-1, “Awful People” has Cil, Rachel, and Han exploring what makes someone become so awful and whether or in what circumstances characters like this can be redeemed. When Maddie and Hen are faced with literally life-altering choices, will they stay the course of the ☀️ Light, or join the 🌚 Dark Side (they do have Paleo Muffins 😏)... 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1′ Chief Talks Super-Sized ’70s Disaster Movie’-Style Premiere, Rescuing ‘Awful People’ in Season 2, The Wrap Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch (Intro) (00:07:01) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:18:22) Flashover (Themes) (00:25:49) Who's Cookin' (Character Arcs) (00:26:21) Maddie (00:58:00) Athena (01:06:19) Hen (01:23:20) Where's the Fire (Scene Dissection: Hen Decides Whether or Not to Save Eva) (01:34:45) Slow Burn (Bi Buck & Buddie Watch) (01:38:49) Bring a Buddie With You & Outro | |||
| 10 Apr 2025 | Texas Hold ‘Em (Season 8 Episodes 12-13) | 03:07:40 | |
This ain’t L.A., ain’t no 118, but Eddie’s putting his foot down, down, down, down. Han, Cil, and Rachel take a ride in Eddie’s Prius through Season 8, Episode 12 “Disconnected” and Episode 13 “Invisible” of 9–1 as we unpack the dynamics of finding your voice, feeling forgotten, and the weight of familial expectations. The nightmare of Maddie’s kidnapping haunts her dreams and steals her voice. We explore how she navigates through this with the help of Chimney, Athena, and Jee. Hen is feeling unimportant when everyone but Athena and Eddie forget her birthday. We take a look at how she turns her feelings of hurt and embarrassment into her best birthday yet. It Girl, Eddie Diaz is the star of this episode as we follow his journey in El Paso — the struggle to reclaim his identity and confidence in being a father in the face of unattainable expectations. The contrasting parenting styles of Eddie and his parents reveal how generational trauma can affect relationships, making it hard for Eddie to assert himself and advocate for Christopher. We unpack his latest and greatest hits, including: Lying to His Kid Part 2 Diving Headfirst Without a Plan Nervous Yapping Getting Steamrolled by His Parents Codependent FaceTimes with His “Best Friend” And more! Luckily, Eddie has the good sense to continue taking Buck’s advice and communicates with Chris, then fully “Dads Up”, FINALLY reuniting the father-son duo. We hold your hand and tell you the latest foreshadowing for an Eddie (and possibly a Chris) NDE – the bus is leaving the station at some point and you never know what tree may fall during its route to L.A.! It may be cloudy and grey in our Buddie Forecast, but we break down our prediction for clearer skies (albeit not necessarily smooth sailing) by the end of the season and the beginning of next! Grab a Capri Sun as we watch Eddie checkmate his parents and take a big move towards reclaiming his identity and embracing joy. 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 Ryan Guzman Talks Eddie’s Evolution, Fatherhood Struggles, and What’s Ahead on 9-1-1, TV Fanatic 📰 Exclusive: 9-1-1 star Anirudh Pisharody teases Buck and Eddie romance and breaks down Ravi's return, Hello! Magazine 📰 ‘9-1-1’s Ryan Guzman Breaks Down Season 8, Episode 12: Eddie And Christopher’s Reunion, El Paso, And The Diaz Parents, (Part 1) Decider 📰 ‘9-1-1’s Ryan Guzman On Buck And Eddie, His 100th Episode, And “Massive Things That Happen In Eddie’s Life Soon”, (Part 2) Decider 📔 Fanworks Mentioned: 🎬 This Ain’t Texas Edit Celebrating Eddie’s 100th Episode by starkbucksix, TikTok | |||
| 01 Aug 2024 | Welcome Home Cheater (1x08: Karma's a Bitch) | 02:04:40 | |
Well if it isn’t the consequences of Hen’s own actions! This week Cil, Han, and Rachel discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of karma we see in Season 1, Episode 8 of 9-1-1. Sometimes karma’s the breeze in your hair on the weekend and sometimes it’s your ex suing for custody, and sometimes, just sometimes folks, karma’s a real bitch. Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 08 Aug 2024 | I Want to Break Free (1x09: Trapped) | 02:04:25 | |
*Record Scratch* *Freeze Frame* “Yep, that's me. You're probably wondering how I got here.” ...Is probably what each member of our Fire Fam is asking themselves in Season 1, Episode 9 of 9-1-1, “Trapped.” This week, Rachel, Cil, and Han discuss the psychological confinement our favorite characters find themselves in. Athena may be the sole freebird of the bunch, eat your heart out Freddie Mercury! Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 30 Jan 2025 | 9-1-1 Couch Theory (Buddie System’s Version) | 03:53:42 | |
I say, “Can you believe it?” as we’re lying on the couch, “the Buddie canon we can see it, yes, yes, we can see it now!” This week Couch Theory takes center stage as Han, Cil, and Rachel take you on a whimsical journey through the concept that has captured the imagination of Buddie fans since Season 6. From the couch that symbolizes relationships to the chair that represents his newfound independence, we unravel how Buck's choices (or lack thereof) reflect his emotional journey. In a trademark iconic moment, Christopher points out Buck's lack of a couch, signaling a deeper commentary on adulthood and responsibility. Buck's inability to choose a couch mirrors his seemingly endless challenge in choosing the *right* partners, and we follow the invisible strings tying parallels between his relationships with Eddie and his romantic partners, and how these dynamics play out on the couch. We explore how the couch serves as a metaphor for intimacy, family dynamics, and emotional distance, highlighting key moments when Buck and Eddie navigate their feelings for each other and their roles as co-parents. Don’t worry, there is plenty of couch symbolism for Eddie as well—the Buddies discuss how his proximity and position on the couch mirror his emotional state and his struggles with acceptance and belonging. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, this exploration of Couch Theory brings new dimensions to understanding Buck and Eddie and their intertwined lives, and inspires a look back on your favorite moments with fresh eyes, leaving you eagerly anticipating the next chapter of their stories. In our thorough investigation we uncover this underlying truth: sometimes, the best couch is the one right under your nose, waiting for you to sit down and get comfortable. So grab your snacks, settle in, and join us for a deep dive of Buck’s psyche via furniture! Chapters: (00:00:00)-Intro (00:00:40)-Let’s move this party to the couch! (00:02:10)-Couch Theory 101 (00:07:40)-Symbolism Overview (00:13:04)-Buck & Abby’s breakup (1x10) (00:19:35)-Buck asks Maddie to stay (2x01) (00:26:34)-Buck & Eddie help move Maddie’s couch (2x06) (00:30:35)-Buck gets crushed x2 & Ali break up (2x18) (00:42:33)-Eddie drops Chris off to hang with “his Buck” (3x01) (00:45:51)-Going for the title on Buck’s couch (3x09) (00:47:40)-Buck isn’t really a guest on Eddie’s couch (3x11) (00:51:27)-Buck and Eddie co-parenting and married behavior (4x03) (00:54:19)-Chris and Buck's matching abandonment issues (4x08) (01:03:26)-Ana sits in Buck’s seat on the Diaz couch (4x10) (01:05:22)-Eddie’s performing via pillow fluffing (4x13) (01:09:32)-Buck snoring on Eddie’s couch while Eddie recovers (4x14) (01:14:07)-Taylor finding comfort in Buck (5x09) (01:16:38)-Taylor moves in with her wrong blue couch (5x13) (01:24:47)-Eddie’s couch nightmare & heart to heart with Bobby (5x14) (01:27:43)-Buck, Taylor, Hen & Chimney’s Jonah Discovery (5x17) (01:30:02)-Taylor moving out paves the way for Couch Theory (5x18) (01:34:15)-Buck doesn’t even have a couch! (6x01) (01:51:30)-Couch Chronicles - Couch Theory in Season 6 Press Articles (01:55:32)-Eddie restless & uncomfortable hearing Buck’s donation decision (6x09) (02:05:35)-The Coma Dream Couch (6x11) (02:18:43)-Buck finding comfort & safety on the Diaz couch after lightning strike (6x12) (02:25:34)-Chris falls asleep on the Diaz couch (6x13) (02:34:06)-The birth on Buck’s uncomfortable couch (6x18) (02:48:42)-Eddie first in, last out at the bachelor party (7x06) (02:57:57)-Eddie comes clean to Kim then wakes up to a living nightmare (7x09) (03:04:33)-Eddie asking Buck to help after the Kim Situation™ (7x10) (03:12:44)-Buck having Eddie’s back... | |||
| 22 Apr 2025 | Please, Please, Please (5 Stages of Bobby Nash Grief) | 01:27:54 | |
Please don’t bring us to tears when we just did our podcast so nice. Heartbreak is one thing, your ego’s another, we beg you, don’t embarrass us, motherfucker. This week Tim Minear interrupts your regularly scheduled programming and forces Han, Cil, and Rachel through the five stages of grief as we unpack the emotional wreckage left in the wake of Season 8, Episode 15 of 9-1-1, “Lab Rats.” This isn't your typical episode; we’re tearing apart the emotional tapestry of the show and discussing why the character Bobby Nash might have met his untimely demise. We kick things off with denial—did we just witness a heart-wrenching goodbye or a diabolically clever fake-out? Then we unleash our pent-up anger, calling out the showrunner for potentially misleading us into a false sense of security. It’s not just about plot twists; it’s about the heart and soul of the series. Why didn’t they give our beloved captain a proper send-off? Where the hell was Eddie? We critique the pacing of the episode and the rushed emotional reactions of the characters. We’re all about the depth of characters and their connections—we feel robbed of the gravity such a moment demands. We appeal to Tim’s better angels in the form of bargaining, offering potential roadmaps he could utilize to bring Bobby back from the dead and still push everyone’s individual stories forward in similar ways. Hello depression, our old friend. In this section we share our personal history with fandom grief and the real-life ramifications of losing a character we’ve grown to love like a real friend or family member. We reflect on the disappointment of potentially losing the comfort in our comfort show and the healing it brought along with it from past experiences. We take a look at the implications of these narrative choices on the characters and the overall show, and how it ultimately wouldn’t feel like 9-1-1. The final chapter of the grief journey closes with acceptance, even if it’s through gritted teeth. We overview the “logic” behind the decision to kill off Bobby, what we think Tim is trying to do, and how we can understand it to an extent, but don’t agree or approve of the execution (literally). We’re just trying to hold the tattered remains of our sanity together! So, whether you’re crying in your cereal or just feeling a bit off, we’re here to hold your hand and process this together—because who doesn’t need a buddie when tackling the heavy stuff? Just a reminder that it's okay to feel grief over this fictional loss, as these characters have become a very real part of our lives and their journeys resonate with our own. We know you’re craving some major character death, but the Fire Fam is SO NICE! We could live so happily, as long as you don’t kill Bobby, we’re just kidding… but really. REALLY! 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Shocker: Original Cast Member Leaving After 8 Seasons, Admits “It’s A Tough Goodbye”, Deadline 📰 ‘911’ Star and Showrunner Unpack a Series-Altering Death in “Lab Rats”, The Hollywood Reporter | |||
| 03 Oct 2024 | Right Where You Left Me (2x04: Stuck) | 03:32:28 | |
Help, Buck's still at the restaurant, still 🪑 sitting in a corner (of Abby's apartment) he haunts while everybody moves on... In Season 2, Episode 4 of 9-1-1, “Stuck,” Buddies Han, Cil, and Rachel unlock how the Fire Fam are ⛓️💥 breaking free of their ruts and journeying towards 🧠 self-actualization with the help of their support systems. But while Buck may be spinning his own wheels 🛞 when it comes to his relationship 💔 with Abby, he puts Bobby’s advice from last season to good use by being the catalyst that helps Eddie get "unstuck." Articles Mentioned: Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 27 Jun 2024 | The Tortured Firefighters Department (Season 7 Wrap) | 02:59:59 | |
🚨 On this special edition of The Buddie System, Han, Cil, and Rachel are fired up about the conclusion of 9-1-1’s seventh season! We share our first experiences watching a 9-1-1 season finale as it aired in real time, and our initial reflections of Season 7 as a whole—focusing on the characters’ season-long arcs and big picture concepts sprinkled throughout. 🌧 The buddies have a blast discussing Buddie, Buck's bi-awakening, and Eddie's glass closet. We talk about the importance of Buck's arc this season and its impact on pop culture as a whole. Eddie's illicit affairs are dissected as we explore what the agony was all for. 👀 We also look forward to what we might expect from Season 8 and include a few wish-list storylines we would be thrilled to see play out next! 👍 We also look forward to what we might expect from Season 8 and include a few wish list storylines we would be thrilled to see play out next! Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY dgFCdkXUQRctHSLnuqOi | |||
| 02 Jan 2025 | Written “Mine” On My Upper Thigh (9-1-1 Tortured Poets Department: Part 2) | 01:19:42 | |
What if Eddie rolls the stone away? They’re gonna crucify him anyway. We stand before our fellow members of The Tortured Buddies Department once again with a summary of our findings:
Waltz into the rekindled flames of our second installment of The Tortured Poets Department where we ring in the New Year with some good old fashioned seasonal depression. Han, Cil, and Rachel break down the lyrics of tracks 9 through 16 and discuss how each song relates to our favorite 9-1-1 characters. This collection of songs focuses on:
We enter into evidence Eddie clinging to his own fake impressionist paintings of heterosexuality and the picture perfect family. We’re second-hand embarrassed, Eddie please just let Shannon stay buried. (This is unnecessary.) Sincerely, The Chairmans of The Tortured Buddies Department 🎬 Edits We Love 🎞️ Guilty as Sin? edit by confusedbuckley, Twitter, TikTok 🎞️ Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me? edit by milliiecent, TikTok 🎞️ loml edit by ashes.of.rozes, TikTok 🎞️ I Can Do It With a Broken Heart edit by t3s_edits, TikTok 🎞️ The Alchemy edit by bexism, TikTok 🎞️ The Alchemy edit by weewooshow, TikTok Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and | |||
| 23 Jan 2025 | Growing Sideways (2x14: Broken) | 01:54:21 | |
How do you go back to basics and move forward at the same time? Why, grow sideways, of course! This week Han, Cil, and Rachel break down Season 2 Episode 14 of 9-1-1, “Broken.” Dispatch’s CAD system is down for the count, intrinsically transporting our first responders back to the 1900’s—where all they had were paper maps, a weird-ass white board system, and an encyclopedic knowledge of the L.A. grid system. Maddie and Chimney are recovering from the aftermath of “the Doug of it all” and trying to get back to normal with mixed results. We discuss how they are mourning the new beginning that was ripped away from them, trying to move forward separately while missing the other, and their shared assurances to Hen and Josh that they don’t need to talk about it because they are *Ross voice* “fine.” There’s growing pains in co-dad paradise as Harry’s actions put Bobby in a tough spot as he tries to find his footing between being “Best Buddy Bobby” and “Step-Dad Bobby.” The Buddies speak on Michael’s own emotional state putting a considerable handicap on his usual level-headedness—and how he and Bobby are able to build a stronger foundation in better understanding one another once they sit down and talk openly over some pie and ice cream. We look into the ominous foreshadowing for Shannon and Buck’s fates later this season and how long the writers nefariously plot ahead of time. Eddie gets a special spotlight in this Slow Burn segment as we explore the “losing his religion” implications of miracles and praying mentioned in the episode. The characters might ignore things, but we won’t. At the end of the day there are worse ways to stay alive. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 Is This the End of Chimney and Maddie on ‘9-1-1’?, TV Insider 📰 “There’s Going to Be Chaos”: 9-1-1 Breakout Oliver Stark on Ryan Murphy’s Outrageous Procedural, Paste Magazine 📰 A Cyberattack Hobbles Atlanta, and Security Experts Shudder, New York Times 📰 Baltimore's 911 emergency system hit by cyberattack, NBC News 📰 Massachusetts 911 outage was caused by computer firewall, not a cyberattack, officials say, CNN 📰 Hackers have taken down dozens of 911 centers. Why is it so hard to stop them?, NBC News We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on | |||
| 04 Jul 2024 | Going Under (1x04: Worst Day Ever) | 01:44:50 | |
🚨 This week on The Buddie System, Han, Cil, and Rachel 🏊♀️ dive into Season 1, Episode 4 of 9-1-1: “Worst Day Ever.” We 🚣♂️ sink our teeth 🦷 into the series’ first large scale catastrophe, and how it affects and unmoors Captain Bobby Nash. 🫡 ⏲ TIMESTAMPS ⌚ 00:00:00 - Welcome to Dispatch/Intro 02:17:00 - Who's Cookin' 01:06:07 - Where's the Fire 01:22:02 - Flashover 01:30:27 - Jaws of Life 01:42:43 - Slow Burn 📺 ABOUT OUR CHANNEL 📺 We’re three friends here to uncover the surprising depths of the network dramedy 9-1-1—a procedural show that masterfully balances laughable unseriousness with charming characters and heartwarming stories. We hope you join us as we embark on a journey of witty, insightful conversations analyzing the characters and their relationships through an elevated critical lens. | |||
| 19 Dec 2024 | The First Cut is the Deepest (2x11: New Beginnings) | 01:24:07 | |
When it comes to being lucky, she’s cursed! When it comes to loving her, Doug’s the worst. This week Han, Cil, and Rachel wade into the shark infested waters of 9-1-1’s Season 2 Episode 11, “New Beginnings.” Athena and Maddie are following their instincts in critical situations, proving they can trust their gut feelings, unlike Chimney who now has a lot of them—the stabby stabby variety. We discuss how Maddie's storyline illustrates the journey to reclaim her narrative in order to overcome past trauma and embrace new beginnings. In other words, she’s thirty, flirty, and thriving! Digging deep into Athena and her mom Beatrice’s relationship and their big confrontation where they ultimately cannot see eye-to-eye, we broach what will become the perpetual “9-1-1 Bio-Parents Have No Rights” conversation in which none of them deserve redemption. Meanwhile Bobby flexes his gentle-parenting muscles with Harry and steps up as ring-master to try and tame Beatrice’s tiger mom ways. We bemoan Chimney’s inability to see through the smoke-screen of his misguided friendship to Doug’s flashing neon red flags. His trusting nature and desire to see everyone as friend-shaped really puts a hamper in his survival instincts. Last, but not least, we have Buckaroo hypocritically throwing punches (advice) he won’t take himself. We’re still waiting for the “at least when I date someone I date them” to be in the room with us. Find out how we create the “Have Your Back-O-Meter” and why it’s always used in a romantic context. Follow your gut and join us as we explore the eye of Hurricane Doug before the storm hits the shore of Maddie and Chimney’s new beginning. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Chief on Why That Gutting Maddie-Chimney-Doug Cliffhanger Won’t Be Resolved Right Away, The Wrap 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Showrunner Tim Minear Teases Spring Return, Origin Stories & More Season 2 Details, TV Line Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch (Intro) (00:02:15) Comparing Seasons 2 & 8 Mid-Season Finale & Premiere (00:06:25) Overall Episode Thoughts (00:12:13) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:15:37) Red String Corner (00:19:15) Season 2 “Grew the Beard” (00:20:49) 9-1-1 “Jumped the Shark” from Day 1 (00:25:27) Flashover (Themes) (00:29:43) Who’s Cookin’ (Character Arcs) (00:30:39) Athena (00:38:37) Where’s the Fire (Scene Dissection: Athena & Mom Confrontations) (00:51:09) Athena & the Kidnapping (00:53:48) Maddie (01:00:06) Madney Pre-Date Disaster (01:02:14) Chimney (01:13:20) Slow Burn (Bi-Buck and Buddie Watch) (01:18:36) Having Their Backs: Analyzing Romantic Partnerships (01:21:51) What’s Coming Up Next (Outro) Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on | |||
| 24 Apr 2025 | Hard Times (3x01: Kids Today) | 02:25:31 | |
The universe is knocking Buck down and laughing while he cries, and we still don’t know how he even survives. It’s here, the moment we’ve all been waiting for, the Tsunami arc! GOATED. This week Han, Cil, and Rachel dive headfirst into Season 3 of 9-1-1 with Episode 1, “Kids Today.” Bobby and Athena are enjoying their literal honeymoon period, Maddie and Chimney are getting serious, Hen and Karen are working on expanding their family… and then there’s Buck and Eddie. Eddie is partnerless and Buck is jobless, these two things are not related at all. It starts out so well, with a surprise party for Buck's hard-earned return to the 118, but it’s been five minutes since his last near death experience, so the narrative must juxtapose his fleeting moments of joy with the stark reality of his continued hard times. Bobby's protective nature, while rooted in love, often leaves Buck feeling trapped and misunderstood. We discuss Bobby's projection of his own fears onto Buck and how that leads to a loss of autonomy for Buck, ultimately creating a rift in their relationship. We dissect how Buck's emotional turmoil and quest for purpose are intricately tied to his calling as a firefighter at the 118 and his relationships with everyone there, particularly Eddie. This episode starts our exploration of a season-long theme: parental relationships. While Maddie and Chimney discuss maybe having a kid one day, Eddie is taking matters into his own hands and gives Buck a new purpose: taking care of Christopher (although, *this* isn’t what he quite had in mind.) Buck and Chris have an existential conversation about what Chris wants to be when he grows up and having a purpose in life, but Buck hasn’t learned that his own self worth isn’t tied to firefighting yet. We reflect on the bond that’s forming between them, reminding us that “family don’t end with blood.” Don’t stand there gawking, catch the wave with us and we’ll kick it when we hit the ground. 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 ‘9-1-1’: Ronda Rousey To Recur In Season 3 Of Fox’s First-Responders Drama, Deadline 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss Tim Minear Teases Major Crises & Possible Death in Season 3, TV Insider 📰 Liv Tyler Set As the Female Lead Of Fox’s ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ Spinoff Series, Deadline 📱 Allie Dominguez on TikTok We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to... | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | You Shook Me All Night Long (2x02: 7.1) | 01:47:33 | |
If the hotel is a-rockin’, the 118 come a-knockin’! In Season 2, Episode 2 of 9-1-1, “7.1,” Han, Cil, and Rachel explore how our fire fam compartmentalize and work together in our first major natural disaster arc. Buck may be the only person more excited than us to catch the first glimpse of Eddie’s personal layers — his dad-sona! Articles Mentioned: TV Ratings: ‘9-1-1’ Season 2 Premiere Hits Highs, Variety Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 05 Dec 2024 | ‘tis the damn season (Season 8 Episodes 7-8) | 02:46:53 | |
Chris has been stayin’ at Eddie’s parent’s house, and the Texan real estate looks real good now? Welcome back to December, where there’s not a lot going on right now, but somehow our faves are still going thru it™! This week, Han, Cil, and Rachel dive deep into the layered complexities of Buck and Eddie’s friendship, exploring the weight of abandonment issues, running in the opposite direction of self-acceptance, and the echo of unrealized feelings in the Diaz Kitchen. We sift through a plethora of parallels, analyze the significance of baking, the familial symbolism of chess, and how a simple knock on the door can mean so much more. The Buddies talk Hotshots meta narrative, how we wish it had been taken further, and theories for a possible Buck abduction (a-Bucktion if you will) and dual near-death experiences. There isn’t a lot of movement in character arcs, but the future implications of Buck unknowingly pulling the pin of the El Paso grenade are explosively far-reaching. We critique Eddie’s umpteenth unilateral decision and how it leaves Buck feeling like the rug just got pulled out from under The Couch and Christopher most-likely blindsided, yet again. Eddie receives advice from “Hotshots” tv actor Brad Torrence regarding their identities as fathers and presence in their children’s lives, and as usual puts his keen and penetrating mind to the task and comes to the WRONG conclusion. He can run, but only so far. Buck’s brave-faced and unwavering support seemingly buoys Eddie from his anxiety, but Buck’s stomach (and potentially his heart) drop as soon as his ass hits The Couch. We consider the lifelong abandonment issues that will send Buck into his deepest spiral yet, as he grapples with the complex feelings of having to watch the one person he thought would always be there leave him too. Eddie won’t ask Buck to wait if Buck won’t ask him to stay. Grab your emotional support snickerdoodles as we discuss Season 8 Episode 8, “Wannabes!” (and Episode 7 “Hotshots” is also there.) 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 9-1-1 EP Breaks Down Fall Finale Surprises: Is [Spoiler] Really Leaving the 118?, TV Line 📰 Eddie Jumping into Relationships, @ ircnshield, Twitter 📰 Buddie Paralleling Bathena, Canon Couples, @ ircnshield, Twitter 📰 Visual Parallels Buck & Eddie at The Couch/Coffee Table, @ ergoquerncia, Twitter 📰 Warm vs Cool Tones at Diaz House Color Theory, @ eddiedivaz, Twitter 📰 Is [Spoiler] Leaving ‘9-1-1’? Tim Minear Reveals What’s Next for Eddie, Buck & More, TV Insider 📰 Is Eddie leaving 9-1-1? Buck will spiral 'like a top' and 'chaos' is coming, showrunner teases, Entertainment Weekly 📰 Is Eddie Leaving 9-1-1? Showrunner Addresses Season 8's Fall Finale Cliffhanger, Screen Rant 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss Tim Minear Unpacks The Midseason Finale And Shares His Season 8 Goal: “To Blow It All The Hell Apart”, | |||
| 26 Dec 2024 | Crying at the Gym (9-1-1 Tortured Poets Department: Part 1) | 01:22:57 | |
Eddie should’ve been sent away, but they forgot to come and get him. We stand before our fellow members of The Tortured Buddies Department with a summary of our findings: Eddie loves Buck, it’s ruining his life. Buck is fresh out the slammer, but Eddie is leaving him safe and stranded. Eddie’s packing his life away to wait out the shitstorm back in Texas. Get ready for our first deep dive into the emotional landscape of The Tortured Poets Department, where we bring you great tidings of grief and despair. Han, Cil, and Rachel break down the lyrics of the first eight tracks and discuss how each song relates to our favorite 9-1-1 characters, with a particular emphasis on Eddie and the complexities of his familial and romantic relationships, especially with Buck. We enter into evidence Eddie Diaz blowing up his life after his best friend told him he wanted to date a man who wasn’t him. It’s not our mental breakdown, it’s his, we’re just speaking on it. Sincerely, The Chairmans of The Tortured Buddies Department 🎬 Edits We Love 🎞️ Down Bad edit by weewooshow, Twitter, TikTok 🎞️ Fresh Out the Slammer edit by 118filmss, TikTok 🎞️ Fresh Out the Slammer edit by agstoowell, TikTok Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY Chapters (00:00:00) Intro (00:04:13) Commence Meeting of Tortured Buddies Department (00:04:19) Fortnight (00:12:05) The Tortured Poets Department (00:19:44) My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys (00:28:31) Down Bad (00:29:38) The Down Bad Edit Canon Event (00:37:49) So Long, London (00:48:19) But Daddy I Love Him (00:59:49) Fresh Out the Slammer (01:06:34) Florida!!! (01:17:25) Outro (01:18:06) Merry Christmas! | |||
| 21 Nov 2024 | Pink Pony Club (Season 8 Episodes 4-6) | 04:18:12 | |
We heard there’s a special place where boys and girls can drink their juice every single day. This week Han, Cil, and Rachel confess our headcanons, speculations, and educated wishes about Season 8 of 9-1-1, focusing on episodes 8x04 “No Place Like Home,” 8x05 “Masks,” and 8x06 “Confessions.” Buck-le up for a full hour of Buck, Eddie, and Buddie, respectively! (No, that’s not a typo.) Peeling back the layers of Eddie’s queer-coded arc, as far back as Season 7, all the way to his meet cute with Father Brian (aka Hot Priest™), we revel in Eddie starting to unmask and finally let himself experience joy. Meanwhile, Buck is spiraling out and makes an impulsive decision that ends with him single on Eddie’s couch. The Buddies discuss what the future holds for our namesake when Eddie is breaking free, but Buck realizes he’s still very much on the hamster wheel in a cage. The rest of the extended fire fam are also here, and we touch on how their arcs are developing their characters and relationships moving toward mid-season. We explore how “being there for the big moments” is integral as Bathena, Madney, and Henren all start new chapters with their families. We break down the themes across these three episodes as well as the abundant parallels and rich symbolism paving the yellow brick road to Buddie Canon over the rainbow. So grab a beer, take off your pants, and join us on the theoretical couch for some risky business! 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 Another Mask, @ ircnshield, Twitter 📰 Parallels of Eddie Opening Up the Door to Kim / Buck, @ lover-of-mine, Tumblr 📰 Past Mid-Season Finale Cliffhangers, @ meowddiehan, Twitter 📰 How Chris’ Leaving Affected Buck, @ ircnshield, Twitter Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome to the Tortured Buddie Department (00:03:00) Overall thoughts on Episodes 4, 5, and 6 (00:11:43) Episode and Season Themes (00:18:57) 9-1-1 Behind-the-Scenes (00:25:33) Bobby and Athena (00:41:44) Hen and Karen (00:55:16) Maddie and Chimney (01:07:51) Buck (02:16:13) Eddie (03:17:39) Buddie (03:43:28) Predictions & Wishes & Theories, Oh My! (04:15:00) What’s Next and Take a Buddie With You (Outro) Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire | |||
| 31 Oct 2024 | If You Live Like That You Live With Ghosts (2x07: Haunted) | 02:59:41 | |
In the wise words of Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick Lamar, “You forgive, you forget, but you never let it… go!” This week, Han, Cil, and Rachel investigate the eerie emotional landscape of Season 2, Episode 7 of 9-1-1, “Haunted,” where the specters of past relationships loom large. We dissect the complexities of Eddie's and Buck's situations, illustrating how both men grapple with their ghosts — Eddie with the return of his estranged wife, Shannon, and Buck with the emotional fallout of his relationship with Abby. Both men are faced with the choice to lay their past to rest or resurrect it, much like how Hen finds herself responsible for the life or death of her own perfect stranger of a father. As we unpack the significance of closure and the desire for transparency within familial and romantic relationships, this episode is an exploration of empathy, accountability, and the courage it takes to confront one's past. Ultimately, “Haunted” serves as a reminder that while our ghosts may linger, it is our choices that define our present and shape our future. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 9-1-1: Ryan Guzman Previews Eddie’s Tense Reunion With His Estranged Wife, TV Line 📰 9-1-1's Jennifer Love Hewitt asked for Maddie 'to be with Chimney' on very first day on set, Entertainment Weekly 📰 Color Theory Threads, @ soleilose, Twitter
📖 ice cream before dinner by cloudydaisies, Archive of Our Own 📖 one bright morning changes all things by hispolestar, Archive of Our Own Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch (Intro) (00:06:32) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:07:05) Music Analysis | |||
| 17 Apr 2025 | I'm Still Standing (Season 2 Wrap) | 01:53:41 | |
Don’t you know the 118’s still standing better than they ever did? Looking like true survivors, feeling like little kids. This week, Han, Cil, and Rachel map out the emotional journey of all our favorite characters in Season 2 of 9-1-1! We explore how grief, loss, and trauma shape each character’s arc and how they cope with their pasts while trying to forge their futures. We highlight the clever parallels between different character’s storylines and how they reflect the overarching themes of ‘finding your path’ and ‘having each other’s backs’. We discuss the impact of key moments and episodes that live in our minds rent free, from LSD hijinx to confronting the ghosts of your past, proving that 9-1-1 isn't just a procedural but a character-driven drama. The addition of Maddie and Eddie expanded and enriched the found family dynamics we fell in love with throughout Season 1. Buck’s struggles with being abandoned… again and we dissect how his relationship with Eddie opens up a brand new path in his story. We hypothesize on ‘What If’ scenarios, taking a look at the butterfly effect of a single choice. And don’t miss out on the new fears this season unlocked in us! Hop in the fire engine (just not the Captain’s seat) as we look back on Season 2 and how Bobby, Athena, Buck, Eddie, Hen, Chimney, and Maddie choose their lives as first responders with passion and purpose, time and time again. 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss on Bobby & Athena’s Big Moment & Buck’s ‘Perilous’ Position in the Season 2 Finale, TV Insider 📰 9-1-1 EP Tackles Those Romantic Finale Twists, Teases Buck’s Season 3 ‘Crisis’, TV Line 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Scoop: Drama Returns With Maddie in Peril and Eddie on the Move?, TV insider 📔 Fanworks Mentioned: 📚 I’m Not Breathing Unless I’m Giving You CPR, by letmetellyouaboutmyfeels on Archive of Our Own We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY Chapters (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:16) General Thoughts (00:13:03) Bobby and Athena (00:20:32) Chimney (00:27:48)... | |||
| 27 Mar 2025 | LOML (2x17: Careful What You Wish For) | 02:50:08 | |
We’re sorry, Shannon can’t come to the phone right now. Why? Oh, cus’ she’s dead! This week, hosts Han, Cil, and Rachel bid farewell to Shannon Diaz and say hello to Eddie’s rose-colored glasses. “I guess she was the love of your life.” “I guess she was?” Oh, we’re so sure. Get in losers, we’re discussing Season 2 Episode 17 of 9-1-1, “Careful What You Wish For” and unpacking the tangled web of relationships, expectations, and the harsh realities of life that hit harder than a runaway vehicle at a crosswalk. This episode explores how characters cope with tragedy while navigating their own emotional inner worlds, showing us that amidst life’s unpredictability, friendship and support are what truly matters and sometimes, it’s okay to not have all the answers. We dive deep into Eddie’s avoidance of what he truly wants, instead he’s focusing on his perceived responsibilities to Christopher and Shannon. We’re not sure Eddie has ever actually asked himself what he wants or prioritized himself. Meanwhile, Maddie is grappling with the unfinished aspects of her job at dispatch and missing being able to see that she’s making a difference. Things come full circle when Josh and Sue organize the sweetest (and possibly illegal) intervention, helping her to see her job from a new perspective. For our scene dissection we look at the 118’s visit to Bobby for Therapy Hour to gripe and groan about Chim’s leadership and deal with the temporary loss of Bobby in their professional lives. We pit Buddie against Bobby & Athena, Maddie & Chimney, and Eddie & Shannon to play the “is this platonic or romantic” comparison game. Spoiler alert, Buck and Eddie are NOT normal about each other. Buck-le up, and look both ways before you cross, as we drive into the emotional wreckage that Eddie is still reeling from 6 years later—she’s the loss of his life. 📔 Fanworks Mentioned: 📚 Goodbye Until Tomorrow by terranobis on Archive of Our Own We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro - Welcome to Dispatch (00:03:37) General Thoughts (No thoughts, Head Empty?) (00:08:03) Jaws of Life - Deep Dive (00:09:14) Needle Drop (00:14:16) 9-1-1 Writes Sins and Tragedies (00:25:23) Flashover - Episode Themes (00:31:57) Who’s Cookin’? - Maddie’s Search for Renewed Purpose (00:46:37) Where’s the Fire - Scene Dissection (Therapy Hour at Bobby’s) (01:09:27) Chimney Juggling Friendship &... | |||
| 16 Jan 2025 | He Had It Coming (2x13: Fight or Flight) | 02:16:36 | |
And then he ran into her knife. He ran into her knife ten times. Close enough, welcome back Maddie Begins! This week Han, Cil, and Rachel do our best Cell Block Tango into Season 2 Episode 13 of 9-1-1, “Fight or Flight.” Maddie is back in her own personal horror movie: abducted by the abusive spouse she fled, all alone with no one and nothing to support or help her, and losing the hope she rekindled after her marriage snuffed it out. Meanwhile, Buck and Athena dispatch themselves on the case, which is lucky because the detective in charge seems set on doing less than the bare minimum, assuming this will quickly turn into a murder investigation. We discuss how Buck and Athena wiggle through the loopholes of The System to advocate and facilitate for Maddie’s safe return. Ultimately, Maddie does not know if help is coming, or if it will make it to her in time, so she devises multiple plans to save herself using the observational skills she’s honed in her time at Dispatch. We delve into her emotional and mental state and ascertain how she cycles through the stages of grief, going from from dissociative and resigned to actively fighting back. If there’s one thing the Buckleys are good at it’s improvising! The Buddies admire Maddie’s quick-thinking under extreme duress and how she flips Doug’s pathetic attempts at manipulation back on him to buy her more time. We talk about the potential for a dual Buckley near-death experience (NDE) in the upcoming latter half of Season 8 and how that could lead to a bittersweet Madney and Buddie parallel. Chimney recovers in the hospital and the 118 extended family rallies around him in the waiting room. The team reminisce and bond as Hen drops some new Chimney lore, but we are squinting suspiciously at the exchange between Michael and Eddie when they meet, setting off our impeccable gaydar. If you’d have been there, if you’d have seen it, we betcha you would have done the same. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1’: Jennifer Love Hewitt on That Bloody Snow Battle – and Its ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Joke, The Wrap 📰 ‘9-1-1’: Jennifer Love Hewitt on That Emotional Episode, What’s Next for Maddie & Chimney, TV Insider 📖 The Bravery Game by songbvrd, Archive of Our Own 📖 B L E E D F O R M E by Olympea, Archive of Our Own Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or | |||
| 15 Aug 2024 | Lights Up, Do You Know Who You Are? (1x10: A Whole New You) | 02:09:30 | |
He was sunshine, she was midnight rain—all of Abby changes like midnight in Season 1, Episode 10 of 9-1-1, “A Whole New You.” In this episode Cilla, Han, and Rachel discuss Hen’s identity crisis, the team’s lack of faith in Buck, and how Athena and Bobby start a new chapter in their lives. Join us as we figure out which characters know who they are, and which are looking to step into the light! Article Mentioned: 911: Why Did Connie Britton Leave the Show?, The Direct Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 18 Jul 2024 | Are You Breddie For It? (1x06: Heartbreaker) | 02:05:15 | |
Ah, the perfect Valentine's Day setup: candles lit, gentle tunes, and the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked bread…what could possibly go a-rye?! It’s not all cinnamon rolls and puff pastries in Season 1, Episode 6 of 9-1-1, “Heartbreaker.” Han, Cil, and Rachel chew over characters’ disillusionments of love, stale relationships, and Buck and Abby’s infamously terrible first date. Are they a batch made in heaven, or is their relationship toast before it gets a chance to fully rise? Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 13 Mar 2025 | Thunder Road (2x16: Bobby Begins Again) | 02:15:41 | |
Bobby just can’t face himself alone again. Have you ever had your heartstrings pulled so tight that you thought they might snap? This week we are thrown into the emotional whirlwind of Season 2, Episode 16 of 9-1-1 "Bobby Begins Again," where Bobby Nash’s past collides with his present. From the harrowing fire that changed his life to the stark reality of his new beginning in Los Angeles, we get an intimate look at the man under the helmet. Han, Cil, and Rachel analyze the themes of grief, guilt, redemption, the quest for forgiveness, and how Bobby's life-altering decisions not only shape his character but echo through the lives of those around him. But this isn't just just a story of loss; it’s a tale of resilience and the camaraderie within the 118, as we see how Bobby navigates his role in this new family and transitions from a haunted man to a leader who is learning to embrace joy again. Keep your tissues close for this heart wrenching and heartwarming trip down Thunder Road! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro - Welcome to Dispatch (00:02:09) General Thoughts (00:08:41) Jaws of Life - Deep Dive (00:10:20) Red String Corner (00:21:55) Flashover - Themes (00:28:22) Who’s Cookin’? - It’s Chef Bobby in Da Firehouse! (00:39:13) How Bobby Coped (Or Didn’t) in the Aftermath (00:54:41) LA Baby - Bobby’s LA Culture Shock (01:04:20) “Me and Bawk” - Bathena’s Meet Cute (01:15:55) Bobby’s Deja Vu - Restaurant Fire (01:21:44) Laying Down the Law at the 118 (01:27:10) Bobby’s Investigative Hat (01:30:44) Confession at the Hospital (01:33:14) Where’s the Fire - Scene Dissection: After Work Drinks (01:50:49) Bobby Getting His Life Together Montage (02:04:47) Slow Burn - Bi Buck & Buddie Watch (02:13:58) Outro - Take a Buddie With You | |||
| 13 Feb 2025 | Cosmic Love: Buddie Astrology 9-1-1 | 03:04:47 | |
A falling star fell from Eddie’s heart and landed in Buck’s eyes. Have you ever wondered what the stars have to say about Buddie? Well, grab your cosmic popcorn because we’re diving deep into the stardust of the universe! In this special episode Han, Cil, and Rachel are guided by our celestial sage, Chrissy (@kithmet) joining us to unravel the star-crossed mysteries surrounding our favorite 9-1-1 duo. As we dissect their personalities through the lens of astrology, we uncover the intricate dance of their relationship, exploring themes of emotional vulnerability, the struggle between duty and desire, and the undeniable chemistry that binds them together. Wondering what zodiac signs have to do with fictional character analysis? We’re so glad you asked, it’s because the stars told us: Buck is a pathological people-pleaser, always striving for harmony and fairness, while he yearns for a home and family he can really belong to and be truly seen by, while masking his inner turmoil with charm and bravado. Eddie embodies steadfast loyalty, with a single-minded, all-or-nothing mentality that can get him into trouble with the additional layer of his intense sense of responsibility and conflicting bone-deep desire for real romantic partnership. And that’s not even scratching the surface! Whether you’re an astrology novice or a seasoned star-gazer, this episode promises to be a mystical journey through the planets and constellations. Join us for some laughs, some 'aha' moments, and perhaps a little bit of cosmic chaos as we explore how their lives have been shaped by the stars — influencing their motives, actions, and ultimately, their fates together. Buck-le up; it’s gonna be a wild ride through the galaxy! Chapters (00:00:00)-Welcome Guest Host Chrissy (00:04:13)-Astrology 101 and Our Big Three (00:08:36)-Buck and Eddie’s Birth Chart Overview (00:30:08)-Buck’s Libra Mirrorball (00:52:42)-Buck’s Cancer Martyr Complex (01:09:48)-Buck’s Leo is the Brightest Thing in the Room (01:26:28)-Eddie’s Stubborn Taurus Bull (01:41:12)-Eddie’s Scorpio Built a Maze in His Mind (02:02:09)-Eddie’s Capricorn Masks His Mess (02:09:47)-Buddie Compatibility Written in the Stars (02:22:28)-Buck’s In Depth Horoscope in The Pattern App (02:32:32)-Eddie’s In Depth Horoscope in The Pattern App (02:40:53)-Buddie’s Relationship Horoscope Pattern (02:46:22)-Conclusion: We’re Correct! (02:58:07)-Chrissy’s Social Media, New Fic, and Outro
🌟 Connect with Chrissy 🌟 🔭 Tumblr 📚 something touched me (like a knife-blade), by kithmet, Archive of Our Own 📚 slaughterhouse, by kithmet, Archive of Our Own 🌌 Astrological Resources 🌌 ✨ Libra Sun, Co-Star ✨ Cancer Moon, Cosmopolitan ✨ Leo Rising, Cosmopolitan | |||
| 25 Jul 2024 | A Buck Moon! (1x07: Full Moon (Creepy AF)) | 02:52:34 | |
Did you know the Buck Moon was named after 9-1-1’s very own? ...Okay maybe it only is in our hearts, but the rest is true! This week Han, Cil, and Rachel reflect on the chaos a full moon can bring (or enable?) in Season 1, Episode 7 of 9-1-1, “Full Moon (Creepy AF).” We orbit around the parallels between Hen & Eva and Buck & Abby, and the magic of birth in its many forms. Resources Mentioned: Werewolves as a Metaphor for Domestic Abusers, The Public Medievalist Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | This Girl is On Fire (2x09: Hen Begins) | 02:23:36 | |
Oh, Henrietta Wilson, the woman that you are. We definitely see you! This week Han, Cil, and Rachel flock together to discuss Hen's journey from a corporate job to the firefighting world and how that symbolizes a quest for purpose and authenticity. We unpack the toxic dynamics at the 118 under Captain Gerrard, where hazing and discrimination run rampant, contrasting it with the supportive, family-like atmosphere that Bobby brings to the team. Hen's character embodies the struggles faced by women, particularly queer women of color as they navigate their careers in fields rife with systemic bias and prejudice. The beginning of Hen's relationships with Chimney and Athena provides crucial support as she faces the challenges of her new role. This episode serves as a deeply impactful hero’s origin story for Hen, due in no small part to Aisha Hinds’ real life past experiences with trauma and loss. Showcasing her unwavering commitment to saving lives against the odds, Season 2 Episode 9 of 9-1-1, “Hen Begins” is a testament to tenacity, following your calling, and the power of self-assuredness. 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Star Aisha Hinds Talks Exploring Henrietta’s Origin Story in ‘Hen Begins’, TV Insider Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch & Calls of the Week (Intro) (00:02:26) Exploring Origins: Hen's Journey (00:11:46) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:23:53) Flashover (Themes) (00:34:59) Who’s Cookin’ (Character Arc: It’s the Hen-isode!) (00:38:07) The Boiling Point: Hen's Decision to Quit (00:47:29) The Hero's Journey (00:54:57) Navigating Passion With or Without Eva’s Support (01:03:14) Hen Versus “The Old Guard” of the 118 (01:15:06) Fostering Friendship (Bestieism Begins) (01:24:22) The Evolution of Hen's Journey (01:37:50) Where’s the Fire? (Scene Dissection) (01:38:50) Lack of Teamwork and Landscape of Toxicity (01:50:25) Antagonist or Ally? (Tommy Talk) (01:54:38) Oh Captain, My Captain! (Bobby vs Gerrard Leadership) (02:03:58) Gerrard & Tommy Through the Lens of Season 8 (02:16:32) Exploring Hen's Character Development (02:21:07) Bring a Buddie With You & Outro Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 20 Jun 2024 | Rusty Nail 2: Electric Boogaloo (1x03: Next of Kin) | 02:14:46 | |
This week on The Buddie System, Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss Season 1, Episode 3 of 9-1-1: “Next of Kin.” We delve into how our Fire Fam handles an emergency when it impacts one of their own. Prepare thyself for Supernatural references a-plenty (it’s the rebar of it all)! Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 28 Nov 2024 | A Very 9-1-1 Swiftsgiving | 01:43:08 | |
Dear Reader (Listener), ‘tis the damn season for our first-ever holiday special! We bet you think about how Taylor Swift's discography perfectly aligns with the emotional tapestry of your favorite 9-1-1 characters. If you’re a cowboy like us, you’ve surely made the Swiftification connection between Taylor and Tim Minear’s masterminds. In this episode, Han Cil, and Rachel embark on a whimsical journey to assign 11 iconic Taylor albums to our favorite first responders based on vibes, character stories, and a sprinkle of pure chaos. From Buck’s emotional turmoil to Maddie’s endless resilience, we see right through to the essence of each character and how their experiences mirror the themes Taylor's music so brilliantly captures. From the youthful innocence of 'Debut' to the esoteric crashout of 'The Tortured Poets Department,' we relish in this intersection of fandom where the worlds of Taylor Swift and 9-1-1 collide in a celebration of storytelling through music. We even throw in some podcast lore and our own Taylor/9-1-1 theories, because who doesn’t love a good Swiftie conspiracy? There’s no bad blood this Thanksgiving in the Buddie System’s Lover House, so whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or a 9-1-1 aficionado (but probably both — the Venn Diagram is a circle), there’s room for everyone at this table! So, hop in our getaway car and enjoy the many musings, debates, and personal anecdotes on our road trip to the next chapters of 9-1-1 and Taylor’s musical journey. This episode is dedicated to anyone who relates to “I Hate It Here” a little too much and anyone who has ever found solace in music and felt a deep connection to fictional characters (they’re real to us.) P.S. Thank you for listening to our passionate yapping, we do it for fun, but it wouldn’t be anywhere near as much without you! Love, The Buddies Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:43) Welcome (00:07:01) What album are the Buddies (00:13:34) Character albums start (00:14:00) Debut (00:20:12) Fearless (00:27:47) Speak Now (00:33:54) Red (00:44:48) Big Picture and Little Picture (How We'll Talk About Whole Albums vs Individual Songs) (00:45:32) Does Taylor watch 9-1-1 (00:46:32) 1989 (00:52:25) Reputation (00:57:29) Lover (01:06:18) Folklore (01:16:00) Evermore (01:25:50) Midnights (01:31:12) Podcast Inception via TTPD (01:32:35) The Tortured Poets Department (01:40:29) Upcoming Swift Specials and Take a Buddie With You (Outro) Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media... | |||
| 13 Jun 2024 | What Would Elsa Do (1x02: Let Go) | 02:21:20 | |
This week on The Buddie System, Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss Season 1, Episode 2 of 9-1-1: “Let Go.” We consider how deeply Buck’s first major loss on a call affects him and his burgeoning relationships with the 118 and Abby, both professionally and personally. As the title of this episode establishes, we also delve into the various representations of “letting go” and what they mean for our cast of characters. This week’s episode covers some serious topics seen in the show including attempted suicide and sexual misconduct. Please take care of yourself and your mental health. If you’d like to avoid this content, please see the safe time stamps here:
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| 16 Apr 2025 | crushcrushcrush (2x18: This Life We Choose) | 02:58:01 | |
Duck and cover, because this week’s episode is explosive! Han, Cil, and Rachel hit the ground running, leaving no stone or fire engine unturned in Season 2 Episode 18, of 9-1-1 “This Life We Choose.” The dirt hasn’t even settled in Shannon’s grave when Eddie’s parents try to stage the world’s most inappropriate intervention. We tear into the astoundingly bad parenting and its effects on Eddie and how the life and family he chooses is his real support system. Bobby and Athena put their detective hats on at the beginning of the episode and exchange rings at the end! At least someone at the 118 is having a happy ending. Meanwhile, Maddie and Chimney choose to finally enter the next act of their rom-com as Hen and Karen decide to expand their family. Buck is having the first of many no good, very bad days when the crushing weight of reality and a fire engine leaves him out of a job and a girlfriend. Who needs any of that when he can have his best friend’s back despite his doctor’s recommendations. Some things are more important than your health, like hugging your (work) partner. We talk closet space, because you can never have too much, right Buck and Eddie? There’s a lot of symbolism, metaphors, and parallels to unpack, but don’t worry, we took a lot of notes and came prepared to share with the class. This episode is layered like a lasagna of feels from the camaraderie at the station to the heart-stopping moments with Buck’s near-death experience, we explore how the life that the 118 chooses shapes them as individuals and a family. The next time you’re having a bad day, just think about Buck in this episode. What’s more crushed, his leg, or his heart? 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Chief on That Crushing Finale, Bobby’s Big Decision and Maddie and Chimney’s Future, The Wrap 📰 9-1-1 EP Tackles Those Romantic Finale Twists, Teases Buck’s Season 3 ‘Crisis’, TV Line 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss on Bobby & Athena’s Big Moment & Buck’s ‘Perilous’ Position in the Season 2 Finale, TV Insider 📰 Charisma Carpenter’s ‘Naughty’ 9-1-1 Visit Postponed by Network Censors, TV Line 📔 Fanworks Mentioned: 📚 Those Two Firefighters, by DarkFairytale on Archive of Our Own 📚 The Bunkroom Fic, by exvichan on Archive of Our Own We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on | |||
| 03 Apr 2025 | I Won't Say I'm In Love (Season 8 Episode 11) | 02:37:10 | |
Buck: No chance, no way, I won’t say it, no, no. Us: You swoon, you sigh. Why deny it? Oh-oh. Buck: It’s too cliché, I won’t say I’m in love. This week your muses Han, Cil, and Rachel unpack Buck’s latest existential crisis—because Zeus knows he won’t. Season 8, Episode 11 of 9-1-1, “Holy Mother of God” struck a chord so loud we had to devote an entire special episode to it. We discuss the merits, or lack thereof, when it comes to redeeming parents as Bobby’s “holy mother” makes a reappearance in his life and how he finds forgiveness and understanding in his big ol’ heart for her… despite our protests. Buck's emotional journey takes center stage as he navigates abandonment issues like a professional crashout artist (he has so much practice y’all). Buck continues to be unsure and unaware of his own feelings, much to Maddie’s—and our—visible dismay. We praise the ‘The Return of the Plot Device’ and break down the eyebrow-raising unconscious confessions his scoff and eyeroll shook out of Buck. This episode canonically brings Buddie from subtext to text, with Tommy and Maddie addressing the Eddie-shaped elephant in the room, making Buck and the audience ponder if Buck is in love with Eddie and if Eddie is *really* as straight as Buck claims. Eddie may be in Texas, but his presence is still very much felt—from his house Buck’s haunting, Buck’s ex he’s haunting, and on the job where he’s haunting poor, poor Ravi. We also celebrate the fantastic direction by Aisha Hinds, who captures the essence of our favorite characters while implementing her own perspective and artistic flair. Join the buddies for some spoilery speculation surrounding the latest looks behind-the-scenes of upcoming episodes including a special segment of us spinning out while taking it all in. Buck, denial is a river in Egypt, your feelings for your “straight best friend” are GAY. Read our lips, you’re in love. 📔 Articles Mentioned 📰 “It’s Going There”: Star & Director Aisha Hinds Unpacks 9-1-1 Season 8 Episode 11 & Teases What’s Next, Screen Rant 📰 9-1-1’s Aisha Hinds on Handling Bobby’s Mom and the Buddie Conversation for Her Directorial Debut (Exclusive), US Weekly 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Creator Says Buck’s Buddie Denial Is Not the End, but ‘It Doesn’t Mean I’m Making Promises’, The Wrap 📔 Fanworks Mentioned: 🎬 I Won’t Say I’m In Love, Buck edit by nebulastarlights, TikTok 📈 “Buck” and “Eddie” Spoken Name Graph by jackwhiteprophetic, TikTok 🎨 8b Color Theory Thread by sammyunhinged, Twitter We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | I Feel the Earth Move Under My Feet (2x03: Help Is Not Coming) | 02:29:10 | |
Hen feels the sky tumbling down, tumbling down! This week, Han, Cil, and Rachel feel the aftershocks of Hen in danger, and the rest of the 118 diving back into the rubble to help one of their own in Season 2, Episode 3 of 9-1-1, “Help is Not Coming.” We put our keen and penetrating minds to the task of exploring Buck and Eddie’s developing partnership and how they both feel heard without having to say a word. Articles Mentioned: ‘9-1-1’ Stunt Coordinator Mark Vanselow On Coaching Actors Through Harrowing Season 1 Stunt Work, Deadline listen to you breathing (is where I wanna be), by Yavilee on Archive of Our Own Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 27 Feb 2025 | I Forgot That You Existed: The Tommy Plot Device on 9-1-1 | 02:36:24 | |
Ever had a character in a show that just makes you scream, “Why are you even here?” Plot twist: It’s all about Buddie. Tommy Kinard is the ultimate MacGuffin of the 9-1-1 universe, and we’re going to hold your hand while we break down this plot device! In this week’s episode, Han, Cil, and Rachel explore the intricacies of narrative devices through the lens of Tommy’s character – or lack thereof. With less depth than a kiddie pool, Tommy’s role is to showcase Buck's journey of self-discovery and his coming to terms with his bisexuality. We delve into why Tommy’s presence is never really acknowledged as substantial, but merely raises some serious questions about Buck’s feelings for Eddie, Eddie’s sexuality, and basically anything other than Tommy himself. From bully to misdirected love interest, Tommy’s journey is like a roller coaster that never quite leaves the station. Navigating through his brief moments of impact we see how Tommy’s more of a stepping stone than a destination for Buck, with a big fat nothingburger for his own storyline. Join us as we analyze the echoing themes of relationship dynamics, character replacements, and the undeniable fact that sometimes, characters just exist to make the main ones look better. We tackle everything from the awkward love triangle to the emotional fallout of Buck’s first queer relationship and how Tommy’s exit finally sets the stage for Buck to realize his feelings about Eddie. Buck-le up for some laughs, some eye rolls, and a whole lot of “That’s crazy work,” as we shine a light on Tommy’s “questionable” relevance! Chapters (00:00:00)-Intro (00:01:16)-What is a Plot Device? (00:05:30)-Tommy’s a Bully Stock Character (00:15:28)-Just a Co-Worker (00:24:21)-It Was Supposed to Be Lucy (00:34:06)-Buck, Bothered and Bewildered (00:49:07)-Tommy is a Mirror for Eddie (00:53:37)-Buck Confides in Maddie About Eddie and Tommy (01:01:30)-Tommy Shows Up at Buck’s Loft (01:09:46)-Love Triangle Blocking Metaphor (01:13:37)-Buck’s Coming Out Tour (01:26:03)-We Were On a Date, Is That Weird? (01:32:48)-Jealousy, Jealousy at the Bachelor Party (01:43:51)-Tommy’s Just There, But He Doesn’t Belong (02:00:19)-Help, Buck’s Still at the Restaurant (02:05:51)-How Did It End? Where it Began. (02:15:29)-The Proof is in the Press Interviews (02:27:45)-The Breakup Was Premature On Purpose (02:31:18)-In Conclusion: We’re Correct (02:34:42)-Outro and Take a Buddie with You 📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 What is a Plot Device? Definitions and Examples, Studio Binder → Oliver Stark Interviews 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Star Oliver Stark on That Ex Twist, Tommy’s Choice and Why Buck Went to Eddie for Comfort, Variety 📰 9-1-1's Oliver Stark on Buck and Tommy's shocking breakup by Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly → Tim Minear Interviews 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Creator Says Buck’s Big Romantic Moment Has Been in the Works ‘A Long Time’, The Wrap | |||
| 06 Jun 2024 | 9-1-1 Begins (1x01: Pilot) | 03:04:24 | |
Welcome to The Buddie System! This week our journey begins as Han, Cil, and Rachel discuss Season 1, Episode 1 of 9-1-1: “Pilot.” We explore how each character introduction offers brief windows of insight to cleverly and quickly clue us in as to who these first responders are and how their character journeys are set up from the very beginning. Follow us on social media for updates and more from your Buddies! We are @buddiesystempod everywhere: Watch The Buddie System podcast episodes and our live reactions to the most recent 9-1-1 episodes on YouTube! Support us on Patreon or Ko-Fi for perks and extra content like access to our exclusive Discord, Fire Fam Chats, New 9-1-1 Episode Livestreams, and more! The Buddie System is a Nerdvergent Media production. Music by DIV!NITY | |||
| 07 Nov 2024 | Pick Up the Pieces and Build a Lego House (2x08: Buck, Actually) | 02:55:04 | |
Classic ‘Buck luck’ strikes again! This week Cil, Han, Rachel, and special guest host, Meg from Bed, Wed, or Behead Pod delve into the emotional chaos of 9-1-1's Season 2, Episode 8 "Buck, Actually." As Buck flounders through his feelings we unpack how his romantic missteps mirror those of the couples he encounters, emphasizing the importance of emotional intimacy and self-acceptance—and boy, does he have a ways to go on that journey. With a lineup of calls that tug at the heartstrings we explore themes of second chances, the importance of being seen, and how sometimes, even our messiest moments can lead to our most important growth. The buddies explore the the emotional weight even short narratives like the poignant farewell between Mitchell and Thomas can pack. We discuss and celebrate the representation of diverse love stories and bucking the societal pressures surrounding masculinity and the often-overlooked emotional depth of male characters like Buck. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join us as we dissect this episode's wild ride of love, loss, and yearning to build a home—one Lego piece at a time! Takeaways:
📔 Articles Mentioned: 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Star Oliver Stark Talks Buck’s Love Life & Saying Goodbye to Abby, TV Insider 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Star Ryan Guzman on Eddie’s Blast From the Past, the Buck Bromance & More, TV Insider 📰 Oliver Stark – Lighting Our Fire, Candid Magazine 📰 Exclusive Interview: Pop Culturalist Chats with 9-1-1’s Oliver Stark, Pop Culturalist 📰 ‘9-1-1’ Boss: Exploring Buck’s New Sexual Awakening “Felt Like It Was the Right Time”, The Hollywood Reporter 📰 “There’s Going to Be Chaos”: 9-1-1 Breakout Oliver Stark on Ryan Murphy’s Outrageous Procedural, Paste Magazine 📺 Oliver Stark interviewed from FOX’s 9-1-1 at PaleyFest 2019, Red Carpet Report on Mingle TV Media, YouTube Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome to Dispatch & Calls of the Week (Intro) (00:02:35) Special Guest Meg Joins the Conversation (00:04:46) Our general thoughts on the episode (00:09:33) Jaws of Life (Deep Dive) (00:34:54) Flashover (Themes) (00:55:14) Who's Cookin' (Character Arcs) (00:55:37) Athena (01:16:26) Maddie and Chimney (01:28:56) Buck (01:53:00) Where's the Fire (Scene Dissection: Buck & Taylor “Connections”) (02:11:27) Slow Burn (Bi Buck & Buddie... | |||