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Post by AntiArbitrator on Sept 24, 2017 10:51:50 GMT -5
2.01 One Year In
PREMIERE 9-27-17
One year into office, President Kirkman is determined to rebuild the Capitol after the catastrophic attack and capture those responsible; a hijacked Russian plane puts Kirkman's diplomatic skills to the test.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Sept 28, 2017 18:21:55 GMT -5
Designated Survivor was good. While Hannah Wells was hunting Patrick Lloyd, she intercepted an Interpol Agent who was also looking for him. They worked together and traced clues to Lloyd's master computer. Lloyd has been tying up loose ends by killing people who have information about him. Lloyd got away.
Back in Washington, Kirkman was dealing with another crisis. A Russian airplane was hijacked on U.S. soil and it seemed as if the Czechs were the terrorists. As more information was received, Kirkman’s team realized the Russians had their aircraft hijacked because they wanted to start a war. Kirkman was able to defuse the crisis, but his long-time friend died on the airplane.
While Kirkman was dealing with the crisis, a man he invited to the Whitehouse was shuffled from room to room to wait for Kirkman. The man kept insisting he would be happy to go home, but no one gave him permission to leave. I felt a little sorry for him until we found out he was Elias Grandi, a writer who is very anti-government. Then, I understood why he was not getting any sympathy from the Whitehouse staffers. Kirkman was very cordial to him and probably made an ally.
Seth Wright was feeling as if he was not doing a good job of shining a positive light on the administration and accepted an invitation to meet with someone who wants to hire him. Emily Rhodes did not take that well.
Emily presented a friend from college to Kirkman for the role of political advisor. Lyor Boone seemed eccentric and sometimes overbearing, but he has a brilliant strategic mind. He will help both Seth and Kirkman navigate the political arena. (I know Paulo Costanzo as the CFO of HankMed on “Royal Pains” and I am happy to see him on this show.)
Mike Ritter and Aaron Shore are still on the job.
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Post by KyleEl on Sept 29, 2017 15:59:54 GMT -5
$7 billion for The Capitol! But it's nice to see it back again. Hasn't changed at all.
I was really hoping Kirkman's friend would survive.
I liked how Kirkman dealt with the writer. Not how the others dealt with him, but maybe that counted as comedy relief.
I don't want Seth to leave.
I don't like this new guy who seemed to be comic relief. That's not needed on this show. It seemed all his scenes were a waste of time.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 4, 2017 19:01:36 GMT -5
2.02 Sting of the Tail
10-4-17
FBI agent Hannah Wells finally closes in on Patrick Lloyd; the president decides to take action during the White House Correspondents Association dinner.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 5, 2017 15:32:47 GMT -5
I enjoyed the episode and was glad it did not cause anxiety. Agent Wells and Damien tracked Lloyd until they found his location. When they chased him, he ran into a bunker that had walls 15 feet thick. Lloyd sent a message to the president that he wanted him to announce at the Correspondents dinner that Lloyd would receive a full pardon and amnesty. He threatened to release sarin gas into the atmosphere. Of course, Kirkman would not comply. After much debate, a decision was reached to use a drone to drop a bomb on the bunker. Sen. Feller was angry and let the press know he was in the Whitehouse and that caused speculation. He was trying to force Kirkman’s hand to stop the base closures in his jurisdiction. Kirkman stood strong and bluntly told the senator that was not going to happen. Then Sen. Cowling took them to court because an executive order to drop a bomb on a citizen was unconstitutional. There was only a small window of time before Lloyd’s deadline and Aaron was stuck at court. They found an interesting solution. I usually get mad at people who stand in Kirkman’s way, but not this time. I kept thinking it would be bad if our current president could issue Executive Orders like that. I liked the scene where Kirkman said goodnight to Penny. I haven’t seen the son so maybe he is in rehab.  |
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 6, 2017 16:29:52 GMT -5
I liked seeing Kirkman with Penny too. I knew she would be on because she was in the guest cast.
Seth is funny. Not because he's funny but because he's not.
I'm glad they solved the problem. I don't see how the FBI is authorized to drop that powerful a bomb. It's a shame they had to kill him. The description of what happened reminded me of how W got us into a war with Iraq.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 11, 2017 19:01:49 GMT -5
2.03 Outbreak
10-11-17
President Kirkman is faced with a viral pandemic that threatens to kill countless Americans; Hannah and Damian discover evidence that could change the lives of members of the first family forever.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 12, 2017 12:39:10 GMT -5
Designated survivor – I really enjoyed this episode and it held my attention during all of the various issues.
A small town was in trouble because a virus broke out and was killing its residents. There was no vaccine readily available to combat it. I thought Carlton Mackey was concerned about legal issues; therefore, I was truly surprised that he was more concerned about selling the drug to the highest bidder. Kendra, the new Attorney General, did an excellent job of presenting the case to a judge. I enjoyed seeing Kirkman thwart Mackey for the additional doses of the drug. I thought Tammy, the doctor Kirkman sent as a liaison, was going to die.
The issue about the statue is a current issue, but I was amused by the participants’ inability to compromise. Then Emily had a bright idea to present Lyor to the group. That was funny.
Hannah and Damien investigated information Lloyd left behind. Lloyd also uploaded information to the cloud that Chuck was able to locate. When Hannah and Damien got in trouble, Damien was deported “with a one-way ticket and 12 hours to leave”. That’s a shame because I like Damien. Chuck is happy that he is gone.
The information led to something shady that the president’s mother-in-law might have done. Hannah and Chuck had to continue the investigation. Otherwise, it would appear they were trying to create a cover-up. Burning question: did someone in the White House have Eric Little killed?
I laughed at Lyor’s expression when he saw how happy Kirkman was to have the amphibian named after him.
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 13, 2017 14:36:01 GMT -5
I liked how Kirkman handled Mackey. Shame on him holding back just to make a profit. This type of behavior is why we have Obamacare. The conservatives don't like government being so involved in everything and telling people what to do, but in this case, someone has to. And there are just too many cases in the real world that aren't as life-threatening, but for a few people, the situation is almost as bad.
I noticed the doctor didn't seem well even before they commented.
I didn't know who Kendra was or even what her name was, but she handled herself well in court, and I liked seeing things get done.
The statue issue was the episode's comic relief, which was really needed. And it had its serious side. I like the idea of moving statues to different places because in front of government buildings makes it seem like the government is endorsing racism. But I agree with not erasing our history. I was surprised the black preacher felt the way he did. What I didn't like was that new guy who seems to be comic relief but I'm not enjoying him. At least he got the job done.
Wait, the frog was also comic relief. That was sort of fun and I liked how Kirkman reacted.
Damien wasn't authorized to do what he did and I guess deporting him was justified. But whatever Hannah did, she needed to do. It was that important. And Kirkman's mother-in-law needs to feel safe. It's starting to look like she's guilty of something.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 18, 2017 18:46:26 GMT -5
2.04 Equilibrium
10-18-17
Tensions rise between America and Mexico when a Mexican citizen is shot during a border dispute regarding trade imports.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 18, 2017 18:47:10 GMT -5
I want to see how they resolve the issue with Kirkman's mother-in-law.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 19, 2017 13:51:59 GMT -5
Designated Survivor has a lot of different characters each week, some recurring and some we might not see until later.
Det. Damien Rennett interrogated Agent Wells about Eric’s death and other questionable locations at which she appeared. He was displeased with her responses.
The White House staff was trying to negotiate a trade policy with Mexico. None of the people were satisfied and Americans were blocking the border to keep Mexican truckers from crossing into America. One trucker drove through the barricade and people opened fire. He was killed.
I was interested in how the White House would resolve the issue of Kirkman’s mother-in-law accepting a bribe so her husband would receive a heart transplant. Well, it was not resolved, and it has now been escalated by the FBI. The mother-in-law has been subpoenaed.
I never thought about Aaron Shore’s nationality, but Adan Canto is Mexican, and that was highlighted in this episode.
I like the way Kirkman handled the accusation that Penny broke the vase. I also like the way he handled the union leader, Paul Zalesky, and the Mexican negotiator.
It must be nice to have rich friends. Dax agreed to help Kirkman by delaying automation of his factory.
Finally, some comic relief – The dragon lady, Ms. Dunning, determined that Lyor was the one who broke the vase. She would write it off as an accident if he discussed it “over dinner”. Lyor made it obvious he would rather pay for the vase. After hearing the price was in excess of $1,000,000, he agreed to dinner.
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 20, 2017 15:43:56 GMT -5
The minute Kirkman's mother-in-law spoke after being told what they had found out, I knew she was guilty. And only a little ashamed because of what her husband needed. And now
By the way, what happened to her happened to Jenny in our group. Jenny got a new laptop because her friends were so supportive.
I had forgotten Aaron had a Mexican cousin. I was mentioning this on the OUAT thread. Latinos can look different. Aaron looks like someone from Spain. His relatives look more like Mexicans.
I like the way Kirkman handled everything he was up against too. Penny was so cute. And there was that one scene where she was running. I didn't understand what that was supposed to mean. And now we know that new guy who has been such a pain did it. I had actually forgotten who he was. I was thinking he was the attorney general from "Scandal" but I had to remember that was another show.
The man with the factory looked like Garrett from "Superstore". I don't think it was him, but it took me a while to be sure.
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 23, 2017 15:15:55 GMT -5
Wait, Aaron may have one white parent. Someone from Spain is going to look like an Italian or someone from the Middle East.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 25, 2017 18:07:16 GMT -5
2.05 Suckers
10-25-17
Kirkman tries to win back the people's trust after a senator appears on the national news and misrepresents a private conversation he had with the president; MI-6 agent Damian Rennett joins FBI agent Hannah Wells to solve an international murder.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 25, 2017 18:08:18 GMT -5
I am glad Damien is back because he might add some lighter moments.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 26, 2017 12:55:19 GMT -5
I dreaded seeing people be harsh and critical of President Kirkman, but I think it was still a good episode. What I liked: Seeing Kirkman take time to participate in a friendly hockey match. Kirkman persuading a friend to support a bill to help people who were hurt by fraud. Staff members’ concern that hard candies are “suckers” and should be removed from the lobby area.  Mike’s chat with Kirkman. Kendra Daynes standing up to Alex Kirkman regarding handling of the FBI’s subpoena. Kirkman’s interaction with people on his road trip. Lyor's suggestions being shot down. Kirkman’s interview on television. Kirkman’s response to Sen. Carson Kramer’s apology. Kirkman’s gracious conversation with Alice, the victims’ rights advocate. What I did not like: Senator Kramer backstabbing Kirkman. Senator Krantz saying Kirkman is a “president of suckers”. Alice blindsiding Kirkman on his road trip. Alex's interference in the courtroom. |
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 27, 2017 15:46:42 GMT -5
I think I agree with all of this. I was pleased that the mother-in-law got out of trouble on a technicality.
We had to deal with that British agent again and I was glad they got rid of him.
I was pleased Kirkman didn't resort to techniques that are standard practice with Olivia Pope. he did mention his comment was sarcasm but to clarify that meant explaining Kramer's position. I don't like it when conservatives say personal responsibility is important. We need government watching out for us in certain situations. A bailout is certainly appropriate when state pensions were poorly managed in that way.
Seth said something funny and I don't remember it now. He handled the journalists well.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Oct 27, 2017 16:03:14 GMT -5
*raises hand* I remember. Seth told the journalist she was fishing for information. When she kept pushing for info, Seth told her "Go fish!" like in the game. I laughed at that also.
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Post by KyleEl on Oct 30, 2017 14:48:37 GMT -5
No, that wasn't it. I think he was walking with two other people.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Nov 1, 2017 18:50:32 GMT -5
2.06 Two Ships
11-1-17
When a U.S. Navy ship containing secret surveillance becomes stranded in enemy waters, President Kirkman must negotiate the crew and ship's release; Chief of Staff Emily Rhodes reconnects with someone from her childhood.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Nov 1, 2017 22:29:57 GMT -5
There were four significant events in this episode and each one was very interesting.
One of our ships was hit by a barge in foreign waters. The foreign government would not cooperate by letting us rescue the sailors and bring the ship home. As usual, the congressional committee did not help. Finally, arrangements were made to rescue the sailors, but not the ship.
Darius Cray’s wife was brought in for questioning in connection with a murder. She finally admitted she ran the gun smuggling operation, but had nothing to do with murder. Secretary Moss has now been implicated in the murder because he visited the lady’s room four hours before she was shot.
The president’s mother-in-law was not truthful. Eric Little visited her six months prior to his death. Unfortunately, Alex, her daughter, had sworn there was no contact in thirty years.
Emily’s father came to visit. He deserted her 23 years ago and never even sent a birthday card. She was very busy because of pending issues in the White House and it reminded me of when the reporter was waiting for the president. Her father went from room to room while waiting for her and he seemed like a good sport. But then Emily learned he came to visit because he wanted to take a photo with the president to help him promote his latest gadget. She was hurt and confided in Seth. He offered moral support and Emily abruptly kissed him and hugged him. I think that was impulsive and I am not reading too much into that.
Show will return in two weeks.
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Post by KyleEl on Nov 3, 2017 15:50:28 GMT -5
The captain reminded me of a character in another show. Maybe "Scorpion" but I'm not sure. Whichever show it was, the men were willing to die for their country but they were saved anyway. It was strange to see what are called captain's bars on a lieutenant, but in the navy a captain is more like a colonel. But he got a field promotion. Kirkman knew what his situation was like. This situation was similar to one on "Scandal" (though no shops were actually n the country involved) but Olivia Pope solved the problem in quite a different way.
I was surprised Emily gave her father a tour after she got so upset with him. I was hoping we could give him the benefit of the doubt.
I was worried about the girl they were holding hostage because cray's wife's lawyer was not letting anything happen. And then it turns out we have someone as talented as Sylvester on "Scorpion" and Riley on "MacGyver".
The mother-in-law is not going to get out of her situation easily.
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Post by KyleEl on Nov 6, 2017 15:54:12 GMT -5
I forgot to mention this from an earlier episode. There was a tour of the White House where someone commented on the pool. On "Scandal", the pool was off limits due to renovation. In fact, it was B613.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Nov 15, 2017 19:41:13 GMT -5
2.07 Family Ties
11-15-17
Turkey's president demands extradition of a Turkish activist, putting Kirkman in a battle that could threaten his future.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Nov 17, 2017 16:08:52 GMT -5
Family Ties
The Turkish President tried to manipulate Kirkman into extraditing a Turkish professor who spoke out against him. The man would have been murdered. There was a lot of pressure on Kirkman, but he handled it well.
Leo has never seemed happy with the changes in his life. The young lady’s betrayal hurt him and there is nothing his father or anyone can say to make him feel better. Leo’s attitude might be normal – I do not really know if it is – but I wish he would be more supportive of his father. It was rude to put the headphones on while his father was still standing there. TV makes parents look weak and teenagers look selfish.
I am glad Secretary Moss was able to explain his involvement in the murder case.
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Post by KyleEl on Nov 17, 2017 17:03:18 GMT -5
This is getting like "Scandal". This time it's a real country that could make things dangerous in the Middle East.
I didn't see how they would ever keep from sending the Turkish man back home where he would certainly be killed. Kirkman's attitude when his family was being threatened was understandable, but I feel better about him when he behaves in a presidential way.
I thought Alex was in real trouble and her mother wouldn't be able to get out of her predicament, but things have worked out so far.
Secretary Moss sure looked guilty, but things worked out for him.
Leo's behavior seems normal to me, but then I only have TV to tell me how things are. It's such a shame that girl just wanted to get him in trouble. Seth handlked things well and Mike knew what to do.
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Post by KyleEl on Nov 27, 2017 16:25:37 GMT -5
I now regret not finding out what took the place of this show Wednesday night. I noticed "Modern Family" recorded and it's a good thing it did. I missed the Thanksgiving episode last year. And while I was watching I saw that a special about Christmas on TV was about to come on. Now I have to find it online and watch it.
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Post by AntiArbitrator on Nov 29, 2017 21:00:51 GMT -5
2.08 Home
11-29-17
While on a secret mission to Afghanistan, President Kirkman meets with two infamous warlords and must determine whom he can trust to hand over territories to the United States; Seth has a run-in with the police.
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Post by KyleEl on Dec 1, 2017 17:06:30 GMT -5
Seth had quite a problem to deal with. He could have gone to prison and yet he had to keep his brother from getting in trouble. It was amazing how the lawyer was able to get him out of that situation. And yet keeping it quiet was going to be a problem. Seth's replacement acted just like him, which was nice. Meanwhile, he had his own problems. If his marriage wasn't annulled he could owe nearly a million dollars.
Kirkman handled the warlords well. He had to go against Mike, which wasn't a good idea, but his plan worked. And they found the man in charge who was missing. I actually thought the younger man would be the one we could trust.
Mike and Hannah were good together. I'm not used to seeing him in that type of situation.
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