Poker Face S01e03 < PRO 2027 >
: Charlie spends much of the episode battling a stray dog that only stops barking when listening to conservative talk radio. This bizarre subplot eventually provides the key to cracking the case. Review Highlights
: Natasha Lyonne’s "shambling savant" energy is highly praised. Her scenes arguing with the dog or tasting different types of wood to identify a "smoke point" are cited as comedic highlights. Poker Face S01E03
In the third episode of Poker Face , titled Charlie Cale (Natasha Lyonne) finds herself working at a family-run Texas BBQ joint. The episode is widely considered a standout for its tight plotting, distinctive guest stars , and its clever use of a "racist dog" as a comedic and narrative foil. Episode Overview : Charlie spends much of the episode battling
: Critics note that this episode cements the show’s "howcatchem" format. According to reviewers at CBR , it feels like a vintage '70s-era program that works perfectly even without prior knowledge of the series. Her scenes arguing with the dog or tasting
: The episode's title refers to both the "stall" in slow-cooking meat and the literal stalling Charlie must do to trap the killers.