S4 Ep12: That's Got His Own
Summary
Hosts Kobe and Dave analyze Season 4, Episode 12 of The Wire, discussing Michael’s training, the school system’s flawed testing metrics, and the tragic firebombing of Randy’s home. The episode features interviews with cast members like Maestro Harrell and Tuliso Dingwall, who share behind-the-scenes insights on their roles. They also explore institutional bureaucracy through Jay Landsman’s stats-driven policing and the political maneuvering surrounding the city’s budget deficit.
Topics discussed
Intro and Nesquik advertisement
Michael's training and the chase scene
Prez's role at school and Dookie's fast-tracking
Randy's firebombing and hospital scene with Carver
Standardized testing and school budget politics
Freeman's tomb discovery and Lansman's clearance stats
Herc's internal affairs investigation and Keema
Mayor Carcetti's political dilemma and school funding
Michael's confrontation with Kennard and Cutty's intervention
Bubbles' plan to kill his tormentor and Charade's death
Omar's heist and episode wrap-up
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