The Good Wife: Season 2, Episode 16 - Great Firewall

In this episode of The Good Pod, co-hosts Jason Reed and Marissa Garza delve into 'The Good Wife' Season 2, Episode 16, titled 'Great Firewall.' They review the unfolding of major stories including the internal power struggles at Lockhart, Gardner and the manipulative tactics involving Julius and Bond. They also discuss the high stakes legal case revolving around the tech company 'Chum Hum' and the moral complexities faced by Shen, an important character who was tortured in China. In addition, political maneuvers in the race for State's Attorney take center stage, featuring Peter, Childs, and an unexpected twist involving the nanny of Childs. The episode is packed with discussions on character dynamics, the ethical questions raised, and notable performances, along with personal anecdotes from the hosts adding a delightful touch.00:00 Introduction and Hosts Banter01:02 Episode Overview and Key Characters02:02 Supporting the Podcast02:49 Listener Feedback and Interaction04:40 Case of the Week: Chum Hum Controversy09:15 Kalinda's Mysterious Moves12:16 Deposition Drama and Ethical Dilemmas29:27 Will and Alicia's Tense Exchange38:31 Unexpected IP Address Decision41:05 Derek's Vote Dilemma42:02 The Alterkocker Strategy44:23 Julius's Betrayal51:10 The Boardroom Showdown57:44 Peter's Political Maneuvering01:00:23 Eli's Masterstroke01:02:49 Zach and Becca's Scheme01:10:35 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans