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Shop Talk is the first-ever podcast covering The Rookie, a hit ABC TV Show following the journey of 40 something John Nolan, looking to reinvent himself and try something new. Hosts Jennifer and Kari cover their favorite characters, partnerships/relationships, and more in the first episode.
Episodes

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Shop Talk - Episode 119
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
This week Jennifer is joined by a friend and Meet Us at Molly’s podcast cohost, Bryna for a recap of season 7, episode 4. They discuss the theories about Seth, Wesley’s situation, and the Bailan drama and more.
News: 3:48
Wesley & Harrison Novak: 15:58
Chenford & The Rookies: 37:43
Bailan & Jason: 1:02:00
Listener Thoughts: 1:11:19
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Shop Talk - Episode 118
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
This week Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast, Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account again for a recap of season 7, episode 3. They discuss the antics John gets up to, Miles and Seth going rogue, and more.
News: 0:30
John Nolan & Jason Wyler: 2:22
Chenford & The Rookies: 34:05
Wopez & Jayla: 1:15:55
Listener Thoughts: 1:24:31
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Shop Talk - Episode 117
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
This week Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast and fellow Rookie fan Nikki to discuss episode 2 of season 7! They discuss the theories about Seth, Miles and his secret, Celina’s plain clothes day, Nyla and James, and so much more.
News: 1:32
Vigilante Case: 37:30
Celina’s Plain Clothes Day: 1:10:29
Chenford and The Rookies: 1:26:50
Listener Thoughts: 2:31:44
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Shop Talk - Episode 116
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Jennifer is joined by a friend of the podcast, Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account (on Instagram & Twitter) this week to discuss the season 7 premiere of The Rookie. There were so many parallels between the pilot episode and other episodes from the series run.
News: 0:35
The Hunt for Jason/Opening Scene: 14:45
The New Rookies: 20:50
The Nuke: 1:03:53
Wesley & The Tapes: 1:32:50
Listener Thoughts: 1:53:18
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Monday Jan 06, 2025
Shop Talk - Episode 115
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Jennifer is flying solo this week, going through her and Kari's season 7 wishlists, what they had down for season 6, and a short recap of last season.
Listen to hear some of what they hope to see in season 7. What are some storylines and moments you hope to see in season 7?
News: 0:30
Season 6 Recap: 13:49
A Lookback at the Season 6 Wishlists: 16:38
Season 7 Wishlists: 27:18
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_), TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Shop Talk - Episode 114
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Jennifer and Kari are joined by their friend Emily from The Rookie Rewatch account on Twitter/X to play a game of Who Said It! The Shop Talk ladies thought this would be a fun game to play before we start season 7.
Listen to find out some of the quotes Jennifer and Kari were asked. Did you get any right?
News: 0:50
Who Said It: 12:00
Emily's Wishlist for Season 7: 55:15
We're doing our wishlist episode for season 7, before the January 7th premiere. If you'd like to share what you're looking forward to in the new season, you can email Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or send Shop Talk a message on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_). Make sure to follow the podcast on Twitter, TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_), and Bluesky(theshoptalkpod.bsky.social). #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Shop Talk - Episode 113
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
The Rookie cast attended Epic Cons Chicago 2 on September 14th. Kari, Jennifer, and their friend Kristen discuss their experience meeting The Rookie cast through meet and greets, photo ops, and autographs.
We also want to thank everyone who found us, told us they loved the podcast, asked for our little bags, and even gave us some Shop Talk Pod bracelets! You all made the experience even better and we can't explain how we feel after today!
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_) and TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_) #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Shop Talk - Episode 112
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Kari and Jennifer are back, discussing some of Aaron Thorsen's best moments. Since Tru Valentino will not be returning to The Rookie in season 7, the Shop Talk ladies thought it would be a great time to cover some of their favorite Aaron Thorsen moments. What are some of yours? Let us know via email or on Twitter at @TheShopTalkPod_.
News: 0:35
4x02: 8:10
4x13: 18:55
4x15: 22:25
4:16: 26:35
5x02: 31:00
5x14: 33:50
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_) and TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_) #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Shop Talk - Episode 111
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Kari and Jennifer are back with their rankings of the season premieres and season finales from the first 6 seasons of The Rookie.
Listen to the latest episode of Shop Talk for the ladies' thoughts on the season premieres and finales we've seen so far.
Season Premiere Ranking: 9:45
Season Finale Ranking: 31:32
Share your thoughts about these topics, episodes you'd like to see from us, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_) and TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_) #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan

Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Shop Talk - Episode 110
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Jennifer and Kari are back this week, discussing the Disney Channel Original Movie, Starstruck with Danielle Campbell!
Listen to the latest episode of Shop Talk for the ladies' thoughts on the movie, storylines they'd Iike to see in The Rookie for Chenford and any Chenford parallels they spotted. Plus, they discussed the latest casting news.
Starstruck Recap: 9:25
Share your thoughts about these topics, season 6, and more by emailing Shop Talk at shoptalktherookiepodcast@gmail.com or following Shop Talk on Twitter(@TheShopTalkPod_) and TikTok(@TheShopTalkPodcast_) #TheRookie #Chenford #Wopez #Bailan