We discuss the episode season finale of Empire. There were two deaths we did not see coming, and more is sure to follow next season. Oh...there was also a wedding. Thank you for listening!

We loved this episode of Empire!! Getting to watch Anonymous perform, Hakeem shading Tiana, and the double, triple, quadruple back stabbing was a little fun and too much all at the same time. We cant wait to discuss next weeks season finale. We would love to hear your feedback on the show. Hit us up- [email protected] and we will discuss on the podcast.

We really enjoyed this episode of Empire. The Lyon's find themselves backed against a wall and I don't know how they will get out of this one. Tiana is the newest black woman that the Empire writers have decided to take now. The only one left now is Becky. Hakeem meets a new lady friend, while also telling off a racist director. We look forward to seeing where this goes. Jamal's secret music has now gone live. Cookie is doing her best to reconnect with her mom. Thank you for listening!

We discuss the latest episode of Empire, “A Lean and Hungry Look”. It looks like Shine stayed a little to long after trying to kill Lucious. Pound Cake gets her dying wish. Cookie finally visit her mother.

We discuss the latest episode of Empire, "False Face". The Lyon's won the most recent round with the fight with Eddie. Jamal starts a band. Hakeem still has love for Tiana and we meet Cookie's mother. Thanks for listening!

We discuss the latest episode of Empire "Of Hardiness Is Mother". Hakeem has an awesome rap battle. Tiana is acting like a diva. Jamal seeks a new audience to give his music props, and Cookie wants to move forward. If you would like to be apart of the podcast, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!

We recap Empire, "Sweet Sorrow". Becky finally tells J-Poppa her big secret. Andre does some digging into Eddie's business plans, and Cookie has to learn to take care of herself and put her work away. We would love to hear from you, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!

We discuss the latest episode of Empire, "Without Apology". Andre confesses to Lucious, but will they ever be able to have an relationship. Tiana puts her relationship with Hakeem aside in order to advance her career, but will she end up being a victim? Becky still hasn't told J-Poppa the big news. We would love to hear from you, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Empire is back! But will the Lyon's be able to move on? Lucious was able to defeat his psycho doctor, but another enemy awaits. Andre is almost finish with therapy, but will he ever be ok? Jamal is trying to come to terms with killing someone, will he turn to drugs to help cope? We cant wait to see what happens, and of course Becky's pregnancy will be an exciting storyline this second half as well. We would love to hear from you, be sure to hit u up- [email protected] Thank you for...

The Empire strikes back! The Dubois has their hands full when the Lyons decide to crash their Captains Ball. Warren steps up to the plate and gives Jamal some information on Anika. Andre may not ever be the same, after what Diana did to him. Lucious gets a big surprise when an old acquaintance emerges.  

Complete shocker!!!! Empire has outdone themselves with "Cupid Painted Blind". This episode gave us a "Fight Club" and "Mr Robot" feeling. Trai Byers (Andre Lyon) gave us an all star performance. We cannot wait for the next episode!

This week the Empire employees go on strike. Although they never mentioned what their demands were, the strike quickly came to an end. Jamal learns the truth about Warren and he pays for it big time. Andre gets closer with his girlfriend, who we are sure is setting him up. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Hakeem and Anika are in a custody battle, that looks more like a celebrity murder trial of the year. Fans and media are lined up across the courthouse with free Bella T-shirts. Diana Dubois is Anika's secret weapon and her statement is very damaging for the Lyons. This could be the beginning of the end of the Lyon family.

Thank you for listening to our Empire”The Fool” podcast, we really appreciate all of you! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected] and catch us on the TV Time App on your iPhone or Android.

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We fell in LOVE with this episode!!! Jamal and Lucious relationship is everything at this moment. Hakeem is dropping straight fire and raising a daughter at the same damn time! Andre Martin Lyon has met his match with Pamela the NYPD detective. She's making Empire hot and steamy! We would love to hear your feedback, hit us up at [email protected]

Lucious tries to get his memory back by meeting up with an hold friend. Yet, that backfires when he hears more about his dirty past. Cookie takes charge of her and Lucious' future by moving in his mansion and shaking things up at Empire. Jamal and Warren grow closer. Becky finally gets her dream job. Hakeem wants to revamp his style. We would love to hear your feedback, hit us [email protected]

Empire is back and we couldn't be any more excited. Lucious still does not have his memory. Cookie is still selfish. Hakeem is still a brat. Andre is still trying to sit on the throne. Jamal is still in his feelings. We look forward to the season and cant wait to discuss each episode. If you would like to be apart of the podcast, send your feedback in [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Gary and Nicole recap the crazy, explosive, over the top season finale of Empire, "Toil and Trouble". As always, our favorite parts of the episode was the music. We will be back for season four at it's new time 8pm. Until then, be sure to catch all of our other shows on our website- theverdictsin.com Thank you for listening!

We enjoyed Cookie and her squad trying to pull off a casino heist "Ocean's 11" style. The big question is... why is Giuliana trying to keep her out of Leviticus Vegas and what exactly is this spell Giuliana has over Lucious?  Gary and Nicole break down their favorite moments of "Toil and Trouble", and also give their input about some questionable moments. Like, why haven't Lucious looked into Diana Dubois? What secrets is Lucious' mom, Leah Walker keeping? We look forward to hearing your...

Gary and Nicole recap the latest episode of Empire, "Absent Child". We see Andre struggling with his mental illness, we don't know what he may do next. Hakeem and Anika are on an emotional rollercoaster with the baby Bella missing. Cookie make a big mistake which could easily land her back in jail. Lucious and Jamal work together, and we now know who has baby Bella, but could Lucious' mom have been involved? We look forward to the final two episodes, and would love to hear from you-...

"Civil Hands Unclean" was a great episode! It was full of emotions. We finally see the Lyon's put their differences aside and decide to work together as a family. Now that Bella was taken by Child Protective Services, we will see how long the Lyon unity last. The question on everyone's mind is WHO had Bella taken??  Hit us up at [email protected] to share your thoughts. Also check out www.theverdictsin.com for more shows. Thanks for listening!  

With only two more episode left in the season we cant wait to see how everyone's story will end. Cookie broke Angelo's heart and now the Lyon's have a new enemy to watch out for. Lucious found love in an old flame. Andre is ready to go to war with his dad, and Jamal may lose a friend by doing the right thing. This was another drama filled, explosive music episode of Empire. We really enjoyed "Love Is A Smoke" and look forward to hearing more music from Tory Ash. We would love to hear your...

Gary and Nicole recap the latest episode of Empire, "My Naked Villainy". We enjoyed the episode and the direction that Empire is seeming to go with social responsibility. However, we also think the first step in adjusting social problems is by starting with ones self and going from there. We would love to hear your feedback. Be sure to hit us up- [email protected] Thank you for listening!