Claim OwnershipRePhrasing: An Archer ReWatch Podcast
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Welcome to the ultimate Archer rewatch podcast, hosted by Amber Nash (the voice of Pam Poovey) and a rotating lineup of guests from the main cast of the show. Each episode dives deep into one iconic Archer episode—featuring memorable moments from the booth, hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and plenty of wild stories from the people who brought the show to life. Executive producer Casey Willis and editor Christian Danley join each episode as your go-to sources for behind-the-curtain intel.
This is your new favorite hang.
Available on all major platforms, including YouTube @rePhrasingPod.
This is your new favorite hang.
Available on all major platforms, including YouTube @rePhrasingPod.
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Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by former Archer editor Andy Sipes to revisit Job Offer — Season 1, Episode 9 of Archer.They chat about working with John Cena (and discovering he’s an Archer fan), the sanctity of comedy writers’ rooms, and why editors are so important to animation. Andy reflects on how Adam Reed’s writing shaped his own sensibilities, the chaos of Adult Swim days, and actors’ vocal character choices.Also in this episode: Honcho brand condoms, Pam’s graffiti tag, our new Archer-inspired cocktail segment, the HR showdown between Pam and Framboise, the fracture point that created Other Barry, the meaning of Black Flag, and Archer’s ever-mounting body damage.Links mentioned:Rusty Trombone → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ib221mvrK4Dallas & Robo → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjq6DwYksrzxk0FeC0uHPFzi5fORVxoQJ📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us fan content or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by H. Jon Benjamin (Archer) and Chris Parnell (Cyril Figgis) to revisit The Rock — Season 1, Episode 8 of Archer.They talk Jon’s hair-transplant mishap, Archer tattoos, and his run-in with tattooed truck drivers. Chris shares thoughts on Cyril’s very complicated parents, and both Jon and Chris admit to moments of feeling self-conscious about their own line reads on rewatch. The gang gets into mistake juice, secret-agent Irish wakes with redacted names, Malory’s surprising seductive power, and the massive phrasing dump in this episode.Also in this episode: our segment “Two Truths and a Line,” Moby Dick, Malory’s union busting, Casey’s band Skagnetti, and “Bread and Roses.”📺 FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us fan content or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Archer’s Art Director Neal Holman to revisit Skytanic — Season 1, Episode 7 of Archer.They talk crisis vests, art school, and the great airship debate (in which Amber insists she was absolutely right). Neal digs into how Archer developed its signature look, the origins of the East Atlanta pubes, boob-jiggle physics, Sealab 2021, Frisky Dingo, and the new animation techniques created along the way — from animating in After Effects to paint-overs and lip flap.Also in this episode: Real Spy Gadget or Fake AI Slop Image, pocket flips, an audience question, all the staff faces that made it into the show, drone characters, and the reveal that Neal is the voice of Brett. Plus, a fun fact: Adam Reed minored in costume design… maybe.📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us fan content or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) reunites with Lucky Yates (Dr. Krieger) to revisit Skorpio — Season 1, Episode 6 of Archer. They talk about how Lucky ended up in the show’s opening credits, his puppetry roots, and kissing Will Forte.They dive into the brilliance of their improv shows Very Special Episode and House Arrest, introduce the brand-new segment Archer D&D, and reminisce about Fort Kickass, “everybody” lines in the scripts, and the origins of Crackers the bird — inspired by Lucky’s real-life childhood potty-training pet.📺 FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us your fan stories or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) reunites with Executive Producer Matt Thompson to revisit Honeypot — Season 1, Episode 5 of Archer.They talk about being surprised by just how good Season 1 still is, Chris Parnell’s almost-role as Major Jakov, and Archer’s string of questionable choices. Matt and Amber also dive into Woodhouse’s forced friendship, Floyd County employees playing video games on the clock, and the return of the Ultimate Archer Reference Matrix (UARM).Also in this episode: Ron Perlman and his daughter, interesting faces, garden gnomes, a real smackeroonie, and why Amber might not know much about weaponry… but definitely knows The Golden Girls.👉 KILL, BANG, MARRY page on the Archer Wiki🎵 “Mr. Roboto” by Styx📺 FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us your fan stories or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by the hilarious and endlessly talented Judy Greer (Cheryl/Carol/Carina) to revisit Killing Utne — Season 1, Episode 4 of Archer.They talk about celebrity fans of the show (including Jamie Lee Curtis!), Judy’s curiosity about Michelle Obama’s movie habits, and the art of understanding twisty plots. Judy also shares stories from her career in film and TV and her fancy-lady voice, while Amber recounts what it’s like bowling with George Coe.Also in this episode: Malory’s portrait of Duchess, fake baby bumps, the eternal question of what actually is a button-down, plus that damn Trudy Beekman’s apartment.📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us your fan stories or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) welcomes Coby Bell, the voice of Conway Stern, to talk all things episode 3. Coby shares what it’s like being a dad to two sets of twins, how he auditioned for Conway, and why he used Michael Beach as vocal inspiration. They get into the differences between voice acting and live action, Conway Stern cosplay, and a taste of “Schützenmeister". Also in this episode: the debut of Real Spy Gadget or Fake AI Slop Image, getting “cool points” for being on Archer, flat old man testicles, ISIS’s questionable office etiquette, Coby’s theory on watching his own performances (it helps that he’s gorgeous), Conway losing limbs, and the eternal question — did Malory and Conway really hook up? 📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Send us fan content or questions: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) to rewatch Training Day, the second episode of Archer. Together, they unpack Lana’s taste in men, Archer’s undeniable “rizz,” and why confidence and competence are the sexiest combo.They talk about how comedy is like being an athlete—you’ve got to train—and how Malory keeps control of Sterling. This episode also marks Cyril’s makeover, Pam’s crush on Lana, and poor Scatterbrain Jane.Plus: Monte Cristo sandwiches, Trinette’s no-nonsense attitude, nepo babies, and Malory’s “butthole eyes.” Aisha also drops a bombshell, and the crew introduces a new segment, Two Truths and a Line.Also in this episode: Deal Unbreaker and Operation Butthole.📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.📧 Email us: rephrasingpod@gmail.com📸 Instagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) kicks off RePhrasing’s first season on Maximum Fun with a very special guest: Archer creator Adam Reed. Together, they revisit Mole Hunt, the pilot episode that introduced the world to Sterling Archer and his unforgettable coworkers.Adam shares how the idea for Archer first came to him while hiking the Appalachian Trail and Spain’s Camino de Santiago — surviving mostly on boxed wine and cigarettes (and earning a trail name he didn't want). They talk about how long it took to write the pilot, finding the balance between office mundanity and spy-world glamour, and how Adam’s attention to detail shaped the show’s distinct look.Also in this episode: the early development of Cheryl, Pam, and Krieger; the complicated relationship between Malory and Archer; a fan’s spot-on Woodhouse impression; the debut of the Ultimate Archer Reference Matrix (uARM); and yes, the surprising fact that Amber likes to dance.📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.ABELARD AND HELIOSE REDDIT THREAD: https://www.reddit.com/r/ArcherFX/comments/5ic70h/til_the_abelard_joke_goes_way_deeper_than_we_all/ARCHER WIKI CULTURAL REFERENCES PAGE:https://archer.fandom.com/wiki/Cultural_ReferencesEmail us: rephrasingpod@gmail.comInstagram: @rephrasingpod
Amber has some big news to break to Christian and Casey — and let’s just say they’re a little skeptical at first. But once she explains, the dingdongs finally come around: RePhrasing is officially moving to Maximum Fun!The whole gang is on board for this next adventure, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring you Season 1 with the MaxFun family.
In this special bonus episode, Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) is joined by Executive Producer Casey Willis and Archer editor Christian Danley — to answer listener questions and celebrate the end of RePhrasing’s first season. They dive into everything from Archer sketch cards and the unsung artists behind the show to what might have been — including alternate coma seasons like King Archer and Archer: Vikings. They talk about Mr. Ford (the character and the voice actor), car crashes, improvising in the booth, and the legendary gyro-humping scene. Also covered: the love fans have shown for the series, the mystery of Wee Baby Seamus, and some light theorizing about what Archer and Pam may have gotten up to after the final episode. 💥 RePhrasing will return with all-new episodes on October 7th! 📺 Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) returns to RePhrasing with Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to revisit Skytanic — Season 1, Episode 7 of Archer. They talk about Aisha’s love of Sealab 2021, the alchemy of comedy, and how she apologizes for nothing. She shares stories from her time on Talk Soup and reflects on just how wild Archer got over the years. Also covered: Aisha's inner torch singer, Amber’s complete ignorance about how airships work, the dastardly Trudy Beekman, delicious veal cutlets, watches for nerds, Aisha’s love for Daniel Craig, and flammable helium.
Dave Willis — the voice of Barry (and Other Barry) — joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to break down Edie’s Wedding, one of the best and most beautifully animated episodes of Archer. They joke about the state of television today, dive into the early days of Adult Swim, and what makes someone good at voice acting. Also discussed: Allison Tolman’s incredible performance as Edie, why nearly every Archer episode somehow includes a nudity warning, and the fact that both Dave and Executive Producer Casey Willis have dads named Roger Willis. Oh, and yes — the brown note comes up. FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Executive Producer Matt Thompson joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to talk about Mission: Difficult — the season finale that also marked a heartfelt goodbye to the legendary Jessica Walter. Amber and Matt look back on the early days of Archer, reflect on Jessica’s unforgettable presence, and share personal stories about what made her so special — from her love of martinis to her crush on Henry Cavill. Matt remembers her as spunky, sharp, and unafraid to speak her mind. They also dig into how Archer characters came to resemble the actors who voiced them, the incredible guest stars who joined this episode, and of course, Matt’s long-standing reputation as a world-class prankster. It’s a tribute, a behind-the-scenes deep dive, and a reminder of just how much heart went into Archer from the very beginning. FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Executive Producer Casey Willis and Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) talk about her all-time favorite episode of Archer (Southbound and Down S5E5) — and the wild ride that brought her there. Amber shares how she got the role of Pam, what it was like coming up through Frisky Dingo and The Xtacles, and the very limited range of voices she brought to the table. They dive deep into what it takes to bring Pam Poovey to life — from authentic mouth sounds to burping on command and hat farts. Holy dickburn Lickbag, it's a fun episode! FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Episode 6: Adam Reed on The Man from Jupiter (S3E4)Archer creator Adam Reed sits down with Amber Nash (Pam) to talk The Man from Jupiter — the iconic episode that brought Burt Reynolds into the Archer universe and gave us one of the show’s most delightful installments.They dig into everything from the haunted East Atlanta house where Archer got its start, to driving “like an egg,” and why not every actor is cut out for voice work. Amber reflects on Adam’s Southern sensibilities, how they helped shape the world of Archer, and why he eventually had to make the title character a little nicer… just so he could live with him.Also covered: elaborate voicemail hoaxes, the physics of fire poles, the reliable VW Jetta, and a little Rush fandom for good measure.FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Episode 5: Lucky Yates on Lo Scandalo (S3E10)Lucky Yates (Dr. Krieger) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to break down Lo Scandalo — the Archer episode that gave us fancy ladies, bottle episodes and one truly unforgettable dinner party.Amber and Lucky talk about their early days as old Atlanta friends (alongside Christian Danley and Casey Willis), how Krieger got his voice, and why Lo Scandalo marks Krieger’s very first hero moment. They also cover the birth of elevator episodes, the mystery of “what is in this man’s ass?”, and a brief but passionate debate on how to pronounce Buncombe County.There’s Italy's use of Kings, a bowl full of spider webs, sex noises with Jessica Walter, and a nickel’s worth of WD-40. You know… just another day at ISIS.FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Episode 4: Chris Parnell on El Contador (S3E5)Chris Parnell (Cyril Figgis) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to dig into El Contador — Season 3, Episode 5 of Archer — aka the moment Cyril finally gets in the field... and kinda crushes it.Chris shares what it was like voicing Cyril’s Spanish in this episode (and German in others), how “suppressing fire!” became a full-body catchphrase, and what it’s like being one of the most physical voice actors in the booth.Also covered: sharing soup, zoom therapy, Predator, and what to do if you find yourself face-to-face with a bask of crocodiles.FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Episode 3: Judy Greer on El Secuestro (S2E10)Judy Greer (Cheryl/Carol) joins Amber Nash (Pam) to break down El Secuestro — Season 2, Episode 10 of Archer.She shares how she got the role, why Archer should’ve never been made (in the best way), and how she saved Cheryl from being written off the series.They get into why stepkids aren’t always Comic-Con material, why strip clubs and nail salons are a match made in heaven, and how success — and security details — can make it hard to drop a deuce.FX’s Archer is now streaming on Hulu.
Episode 2: Aisha Tyler Breaks Down Skorpio (S1E6)Aisha Tyler (Lana Kane) joins Amber Nash (Pam Poovey) to break down Skorpio — Season 1, Episode 6 of Archer. The two longtime pals swap stories about how the cast got to know each other (mostly through booze and cursing), and reminisce about the unhinged magic of the Archer Live tour.Aisha shares how Archer’s razor-sharp writing — with punchlines packed into every page — helped make it one of TV’s smartest comedies. We also get into the truth behind Lana’s iconic silhouette (spoiler: it’s contrapposto) and how a little Bond and a dash of smilthy helped shape the show’s early tone.
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