Elsbeth: Season 2, Episode 12 - Foiled Again

In this episode of 'The Good Pod,' hosts Jason Reed and Marissa discuss 'Elsbeth' Season 2, Episode 12, titled 'Foiled Again.' They celebrate the show's renewal for a third season and delve into the episode's major plot points involving intrigue around college admissions and a fencing instructor's murder. Marissa feels personally called out by several references that align closely with her life experiences, including her alma mater, previous job, and musical interests. They break down the elaborate murder plot, the introduction of key guest stars like Matthew Broderick, and speculate on ongoing subplots, including a potential underlying conspiracy involving another character. As always, the hosts engage with listeners by inviting them to leave feedback, ratings, and email interactions. The episode concludes with teasers about further investigation into possibly corrupt characters and laments over unresolved storylines.00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter00:53 Elsbeth's Season 3 Renewal02:31 Podcast Promotion and Listener Engagement03:33 Episode 12: Foiled Again04:02 Ferris Bueller's Day Off Trio05:33 Lawrence and Ethan's Conflict08:42 The Murder Plot Unfolds20:12 Investigation Begins21:55 Cat Clues and Suspicions30:32 Matthew Broderick's Unique Cadence31:06 Lawrence's Dark Turn31:22 Elsbeth's Clever Maneuvers32:46 University of Illinois Pride36:08 Dinner Party Tensions42:24 Mandy's Return and Veritas Mystery45:42 Elsbeth's Investigation Breakthrough50:41 Confronting Lawrence54:42 Milton Crawford's Threat58:27 Podcast and Social Media Plugs