A note: This episode was recorded on September 18th and I've had it back from editing since October 12th, so apologizes that it has taken me so long to get this posted.

Here is our final regular episode of Chuck Rewind (finally). Thank you all for hanging out with us all this time. We hope you enjoy one last discussion and thank you to Jeff for joining us. Message him on Twitter to be part of the Chuck watch party group called “Stableonthelabel.”

Today we gather together one more time to talk about this show that all of us watched for a repeat time. We are joined today by Jeff Spector who watched along with us and appeared in a special episode between seasons 4 and 5. We started this journey together in September of 2020 and here we are wrapping it up in September of 2022. You could still be listening to this in the future but that gives you some perspective.

Today we’re going to try to discuss the highlights of the storylines and our favorite and least favorite parts.

There was so much happening in this two-episode series finale that we had to record about them together! Chuck enlists the help of his family, friends, and even the employees of the Buy More to stop Nicholas Quinn from destroying everything they have. We all have an opinion about the ending and would love to hear your thoughts on these episodes as well. Join us for our discussion of the 12th and 13th episodes of the fifth season of Chuck (our series finale), Chuck Versus Sarah and Chuck Versus the Goodbye, which originally aired on January 27th, 2012. Sarah was written by Rafe Judkins and Lauren LeFranc and directed by Jay Chandrasekhar. The Goodbye was written by Chris Fedak and directed by Robert Duncan McNeill.

A confrontation with a ruthless agent aboard a Japanese bullet train becomes a hostage situation for Chuck and Sarah and puts Casey in a dire predicament. Join us for our discussion of the 11th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Bullet Train, which originally aired on January 20th, 2012. It was written by Nicholas Wootton and Alex Katsnelson. It was directed by Buzz Feitshans IV. 

The team helps Morgan put together pieces of his memory (with the help of an actress) from when he had the intersect to help them in the present. Jeff and Lester continue their own spy mission to remember their recent past. Join us for our discussion of the 10th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus Bo, which originally aired on January 13th, 2012. It was written by Kristin Newman and directed by Jeremiah Chechik.

Gertrude Verbanski returns and asks Casey to join her on a mission in South Beach. Jeff and Lester suspect there's more to the Buy More than meets the eye. Join us for our discussion of the 9th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Kept Man, which originally aired on January 6th, 2012. It was written by Craig DiGregorio and Phil Klemmer. It was directed by Frederick E.O. Toye.

When Sarah's old spy handler reappears, she goes off on her own to prevent a secret from her past from destroying her family. Join us for our discussion of the 8th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Baby, which originally aired on December 30th, 2011. It was written by Rafe Judkins and Lauren LeFranc. It was directed by Matt Barber.

The team discovers who is behind the plot to bring them down. They must work together with unlikely sources to bring the villian down (again) and stop the virus before it ruins everything, including Christmas. Join us for our discussion of the 7th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Santa Suit, which originally aired on December 23rd, 2011. It was written by Amanda Kate Shuman. It was directed by Peter Lauer.

Chuck blames himself when Ellie and Devon are kidnapped when a ruthless agent leads a team to find Casey, frame Chuck and track down the Omen virus. Join us for our discussion of the 6th episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Curse, which originally aired on December 16th, 2011. It was written by Alex Katsnelson. It was directed by Michael Schultz.

Casey makes the best of his time in jail with Lestor. Chuck and Sarah infiltrate an unusual cult to find the designer of a computer virus. Join us for our discussion of the fifth episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Hack Off, which originally aired on December 9th, 2011. It was written by Craig DiGregorio and Alex Katsnelson. It was directed by Zachary Levi.

Chuck and Sarah must stop an assassin after the Intersect at a Buy More convention. Meanwhile, Morgan tries to repair his geek-damaged brain. Join us for our discussion of the fourth episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Business Trip, which originally aired on November 18th, 2011. It was written by Kristen Newman. It was directed by Allan Kroeker.

Chuck worries Morgan is letting the Intersect change his attitude for the worse which pushes their friendship to the brink. Sarah gives Casey relationship advice on Gertrude Verbanski. Devon discovers shocking news about Jeff. Join us for our discussion of the third episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Frosted Tips, which originally aired on November 11th, 2011. It was written by Phil Klemmer. It was directed by Paul Marks.

As Carmichael Industries takes on a missing persons case, Chuck must acclimatize himself to being Morgan's handler and deal with a rival agency. Join us for our discussion of the second episode of the fifth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Bearded Bandit, which originally aired on November 4th, 2011. It was written by Rafe Judkins and Lauren LeFranc. It was directed by Patrick Norris.

Now the head of his own spy agency, Chuck takes on a slick thief and an investor who has stolen money from dangerous criminals. Morgan aids Chuck in planning a surprise for Sarah while also navigating his newfound abilities. Join us for our discussion of the season premiere of the 5th and final season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Zoom, which originally aired on October 28th, 2011. It was written by Chris Fedak and Nicholas Wootton. It was directed by Robert Duncan McNeill. (same crew as the season finale of S4).

Hello and welcome to a special edition of Chuck Rewind. Whether you’ve seen every episode of Chuck, a few episodes or somewhere in between, we are happy to have you today. We have just wrapped up our season fourth discussions and today we are doing something different. Jeff Spector reached out to me first via our website, which is how I learned the feedback page was broken, and then via Messenger. He proposed a special episode to come on with his friend Cheri to discuss all things Chuck, including visiting some shooting locations and the set.

When Chuck and Sarah enlist the help of Alexei Volkoff to stop his daughter from destroying their wedding, the CIA sends one of its best agents after them. Join us for our discussion of the 24th episode of the fourth season of Chuck aka the season finale, Chuck Versus the Cliffhanger, which originally aired on May 16th, 2011. I incorrectly called last week’s episode number 22 and podcast number 75. It was written by Chris Fedak and Nicholas Wootton. It was directed by Robert Duncan McNeill.

Ellie steps in to organize Chuck and Sarah's rehearsal dinner while they attempt to locate Chuck's mother and Morgan encounters Vivian Volkoff. Join us for our discussion of the 23rd episode of the fourth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Last Details, which originally aired on May 9th, 2011. It was written by Henry Alonso Myers and Kristen Newman. It was directed by Peter Lauer.

Devon's plans for Chuck's bachelor party go awry while unexpected visitors crash Sarah's bachelorette party. Ellie discovers an important secret about her father's research. Join us for our discussion of the 22nd episode of the fourth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus Agent X, which originally aired on May 2nd, 2011. It was written by Phil Klemmer and Craig DiGregorio. It was directed by Robert Duncan McNeill.

Chuck and Sarah call in her con-artist father, Jack Burton, to help recover the wedding funds they give to a wedding planner. Morgan talks Casey into meeting with Alex's mother. Join us for our discussion of the 21st episode of the fourth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Wedding Planner, which originally aired on May 2nd, 2011. It was written by Rafe Judkins and Lauren LeFranc.It was directed by Anton Cropper.

When the CIA targets Vivian Volkoff for assassination, Chuck turns to an unusual ally to protect her: Vivian's father, Alexei. Ellie suspects her mother doesn't want her to find out about her father's past. Join us for our discussion of the 20th episode of the fourth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Family Volkoff, which originally aired on April 11th, 2011. I incorrectly called the last episode number 18. It was written by Amanda Kate Shuman and Nicholas Wootton. This is Amanda’s first writing credit. It was directed by Robert Duncan McNeill.

Chuck's leadership skills are tested when someone is found murdered in Castle. Can he take on the role of Shawn Spencer and figure out who dunnit? Meanwhile, Devon starts to worry about Ellie's new project and Morgan gets involved in a turf war with Large Mart. Join us for our discussion of the 19th episode of the fourth season of Chuck, Chuck Versus the Muurder, which originally aired on March 21st, 2011. It was written by Alan Katsnelson and Kristin Newman. It was directed by Allan Kroeker.