Divided We Stand | Power Book II: GHOST Season 3 Episode 10 Review

Introduction

Jeff J and Chrissy B welcome the audience to the podcast and recap the season three finale of Power.

Recap of Season Three Finale

• Listeners are tuning in from different locations.

• The hosts encourage listeners to like, comment, subscribe, and share their content.

• Chrissy shares her thoughts on the season three finale being overwhelming with multiple storylines.

• Jeff expresses his excitement about the episode being one of his favorites due to its jaw-dropping moments.

• The hosts discuss how the episode answered many questions that were raised throughout the season.

Big Twist

Jeff and Chrissy discuss a big twist that occurred in the season three finale.

Discussion of Twist

• The hosts mention a big twist that surprised them.

• They clarify which twist they are referring to and acknowledge that it did not surprise them as much as it did others.

• The hosts tease further discussion on this topic later in the podcast.

Starting Point

Jeff and Chrissy begin discussing specific plot points from the season three finale starting with Tommy.

Tommy's Storyline

• The hosts start by discussing Tommy's storyline in the episode.

• They talk about how Tommy is dealing with grief after losing Holly and how he is trying to move on by getting involved with new characters.

• Jeff mentions how he thinks Tommy's character has evolved throughout the series.

• Chrissy agrees and adds that she appreciates how the show portrays Tommy's vulnerability.

The 3T Saga: How We Got Here

Tariq wakes up to find his mom missing and Tommy present. He decides to find the man who knows where his mother is, and that leads him to Kate Egan's house.

Tariq's Search for His Mother

• Tariq wakes up to find his mother missing and Tommy present.

• He decides to find the man who knows where his mother is.

• Tariq goes to Kate Egan's house looking for Tommy because he knows she has information about him.

• Despite being a grown man, Tariq is willing to do whatever it takes to send a message to Tommy.

Kate Egan: A Key Player in the Game

• Kate Egan is not afraid of Tariq and even makes light of the situation when he comes looking for her.

• She always seems to have information on Tommy and may become a regular character in Force.

• There are many moving boxes in her house, indicating that she may be leaving soon.

• Kate lets Tariq know that Monet gave her a letter, revealing more connections between characters from Power OG.

Perception of Tariq as Ghost's Son

• People from Power OG still see Tariq as Ghost's son and don't take him seriously.

The Characters Kept in the Dark

The characters were kept in the dark about certain things, which led to confusion and questions from viewers.

Lack of Information

• Certain information was not mentioned, such as addresses for Monet, Diana, and Tasha.

• Tommy somehow knew where Tasha was despite no one mentioning an address.

• Saxe sent letters to every person who was an enemy or a dad's enemy.

• Monet tried to get Tommy to kill Tasha.

Plot Holes

• It wasn't clear who knew that Tommy was alive.

• Tariq put the plan in motion with dental work so everyone knew it was a fake death.

• Monet and Tariq set up Tommy so they would be protected.

Monet's Bond with Her Children

Monet will do anything to protect her children, even if it means bullying her way into the drug organization.

Motherly Bond

• Monet has bullied her way into the drug organization even though Norma knows her kids don't like her.

• They have a motherly bond and woman scoring bond so everyone comes together.

Confrontation

• Monet is ready to blast Tariq thinking he told the kids about killing Lorenzo.

• Both parties deny knowing what each other is talking about.

Obi stops Tariq from killing Monet

In this section, Obi stops Tariq from killing Monet and tells him to be smarter. They discuss the green cards and how Tate has already done his part.

Obi stops Tariq

• Obi stops Tariq from killing Monet.

• Tariq did not flinch when Monet sliced him through the eye and down his face.

• Obi tells Tariq that he bought him some more time and asks him to be smarter.

• The green cards went through, thanks to Tate.

Tariq's mistakes

• Throughout the episode, multiple people tell Tariq to be smarter.

• Despite being warned, Tariq is allowing his emotions to cloud his judgment.

• He is making the same type of mistakes as his father but in a different way.

Pivotal conversation between Tommy and Tariq

In this section, Tommy reveals what happened in the house and has a conversation with Tariq about what's going on.

Conversation with Tommy

• Tommy reveals that it was Tasha who knocked out Ghost in the house.

• They discuss how they can use this information to their advantage.

• Tommy warns Tariq about getting too close to Monet.

Other key points

• Diana meets with Cane behind Monet's back.

• Tariq and Lauren's relationship is strained due to their different backgrounds.

• Monet meets with Ramirez and tells him to keep an eye on Tariq.

Tommy and Tasha Reunite

In this section, Tommy saves Tasha's life and they have a heart-to-heart conversation about family and moving forward.

Tommy Saves Tasha

• Tommy saves Tasha from being killed by another man.

• He goes into "OG Tommy mode" and instructs her on how to move Tariq's body so that he can breathe.

• They have a conversation about family and what happened in the past.

Heart-to-Heart Conversation

• Tommy and Tasha talk about their past relationship and how close they used to be.

• Tasha is the only person who knows everything that Tommy has done.

• They discuss Keisha's death, with Tommy coming to terms with the fact that she was going to rat on him.

• They come to an understanding that there is no reason for them to keep going after each other since they are family.

The Game Dictates What You Do

In this section, the discussion centers around doing what the game dictates you do.

Doing What The Game Dictates

• The game tells you what to do when you need to do it, it's nothing personal, it's just business.

• Once Tasha told Tommy Keisha was going to snitch on him, he knew he had no choice but to take action against her.

• Despite losing many lovers in his life, Tabby understood why Keisha had to go because of the rules of the game.

Tommy's Wisdom

In this section, Tommy imparts some wisdom to Tariq about the game and the need to choose between being a civilian or a gangster.

Choosing Between Being a Civilian or Gangster

• Tommy sees truth as a laundering front and reminds Tariq that they are in the game with no happy ending.

• He advises Tariq that he can either be a student or a gangster but not both.

• Tommy tells Tariq that he needs to make a choice and be smart about it.

• He warns Tariq that he cannot have one foot in the game and one foot out of it.

Tariq's Decision Making

In this section, we see how Tariq makes decisions under pressure.

Outmaneuvered by His Emotions

• The speaker thinks that Tariq made wrong judgment calls due to underestimating variables happening around him.

• The speaker believes that Ghost would have seen through the situation better than his son did.

• The speaker notes how Ghost was always ahead of things, even when it seemed like he was behind.

Tariq's Mistakes

In this section, the speaker discusses Tariq's mistakes throughout the season and how they have affected his position in the game.

Putting Trust Fund in a Ponzi Scheme

• Tariq put his trust fund in a Ponzi scheme.

• He doesn't have a golden parachute to get out of the game free card.

• This mistake has put him in a worse position than he was prior to the start of the series.

Moving Money into Western Holdings

• The speaker questions how Tariq was allowed to move his trust fund money into Western Holdings if it wasn't technically his.

• It is unclear how this happened as it didn't happen on screen.

• It is suggested that Daniel Warren, Tariq's trust fund attorney, convinced him to move the money for him.

Making Deals with RSJ

• Tariq made a deal with RSJ to sell the Queen child project which was part of his trust.

• It is suggested that during this discussion, he also got Daniel Warren to move the money into Western Holdings.

Daniel Warren's Actions

In this section, the speaker discusses Daniel Warren's actions and decisions regarding Tariq's trust fund.

Putting Money in Holding Firm

• The speaker looks at Daniel Warren sideways for putting all of Tariq's money in a holding firm knowing its volatility.

Building Rapport with Tariq

• Daniel Warren built up a rapport with Tariq from trying to get Yaz and do all of that.

• He probably worked with Tariq because he works with the rich.

Tariq's Mistakes

In this section, the speaker discusses Tariq's mistakes and how they are coming back to bite him.

Underestimating Women

• Tariq underestimated the women in his life, thinking he had control over them.

• He makes decisions in other people's best interests without accounting for pushback.

• Monet tells him to control his "chicks" as they could tank everything.

Braden's Betrayal

• The loss of trust between Tariq and Braden is 50/50.

• Hindsight shows that vetting Braden would have been wise.

• The plot twist of finding the cookbooks was great.

Western Holdings

• There was a lot going on with Western Holdings.

• The fall from grace for Braden's family was significant.

The Heirloom Watch

Kane takes Trace's family heirloom watch, causing tension between them. Effie is in prison and Monet warns Tariq to control his women. Effie is asked to flip on the St. Patrick organization.

Kane Takes Trace's Watch

• Kane takes Trace's family heirloom watch.

• Trace hands over the watch without showing his face, knowing what Kane is capable of.

• Kane flaunts the watch throughout the episode, causing tension between him and Monet.

Effie in Prison

• Effie is in prison and Monet warns Tariq to control his women.

• The DA's office hedges their case on getting Effie to flip on the St. Patrick organization.

• Monet isn't convinced that Effie will hold it down for Kane.

Meeting Between Tariq and Effie

• After fighting for her life, Effie meets with Tariq who tries to convince her that he has a plan.

• Despite being someone who looks out for herself first, Tariq needs something from her regarding Noma's child.

Tariq's Plan to Get Effie Out of Jail

In this section, Tariq is trying to get Effie out of jail and has to come up with an elaborate plan involving multiple people.

Effie Wants Out

• Effie wants Tariq to get her out of jail.

• The plan involves getting someone to flip on the stand and move mountains.

• Tariq always keeps his promises and does everything he can to help.

Using Noma's Daughter as Leverage

• Tariq needs information from Noma's daughter as a way to get everyone out from under Monet's thumb.

• Davis tells Tariq that Effie and Lauren need to go, but Tariq thinks he's going too far.

• Tate blew up the whole Western thing, so they need him back in their good graces.

The Elaborate Plan

• If Lauren doesn't tell on the stand, everyone gets out.

• Brayden, Kane, and Tariq have a plan involving Kayla King.

• Kane takes things too far by tying up Kayla King's parents without discussing it with anyone else.

Lauren Takes Control

In this section, Lauren comes to the realization that she is seen as a killer and wants to take control of her life. She talks with Jenny and demands to speak with Effie before testifying.

Lauren's Realization

• Lauren realizes that she is seen as a killer.

• She is offered a deal by Tariq's crew to drop the case in exchange for their lives back.

• Lauren talks with Jenny and realizes that there is an ulterior motive behind her actions.

Taking Control

• Lauren wants to start making power moves for herself.

• She demands to speak with Effie before testifying.

• Teddy makes fun of her for wanting to meet Effie, but they eventually have a meeting.

• Lauren gets answers from Effie about who ordered her actions and reassurance that her family will be safe.

Burning Bridges

• Jenny has been lying all season and takes advantage of people under the guise of the law.

• Payback for everything that Jenny has done leads Lauren to burn the RICO.

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Kiki Leaves

In this section, Kiki decides to leave after realizing the danger she is in. She warns Brayden that he doesn't have to do this and can leave too.

Kiki's Decision

• Kiki realizes the danger she is in and decides to leave.

• She warns Brayden that he doesn't have to do this and can leave too.

Drew and Diana's Plan

In this section, Chrissy discusses Drew and Diana's plan to get out from under Monet's power.

The Plan

• Drew and Diana confront Monet about killing their Poppy.

• They concoct a plan to make Tariq the bad guy.

• Diana dresses up as her mother to drop off a note at Kate Eagan's house.

• Tariq needs convincing to kill his mother.

Tariq's Plan

In this section, the speaker discusses Tariq's plan and how he convinced Kane to be a part of it.

Kane's Involvement

• Tariq convinced Kane to be a part of his plan by providing him with a foolproof plan that was executed correctly.

• Kane ultimately accepted the plan, which involved starting a war between their families.

• Kane has wanted to kill Tariq since he first walked in the door, but only worked with him because it was in his best interest.

Sacrificing Family

• The plan involved sacrificing Monet and implicating Drew in Tariq's murder.

• Kane was willing to sacrifice not only his mother but also his brother for the sake of the plan.

• This bothered the speaker as they lost their father but were willing to take out their mother and brother at the same time.

Drew and Diana's Decision

In this section, the speaker discusses Drew and Diana's decision to take matters into their own hands.

Similar Experiences

• Drew and Diana have similar experiences of being neglected by their family and restricted from doing what they want.

• They have been used, neglected, and have had people they love cut out of their lives or killed due to moves orchestrated by Monet and her family.

Underestimated Characters

• Despite being underestimated characters, Drew and Diana made a decision in the moment that they were going to take matters into their own hands.

• They wanted to show that they were capable of being killers, but didn't want to be that way.

Best Laid Plans

• Drew's plan was to get someone else to kill Monet and pin it on them so they could be done with it.

• Kane told him he couldn't be an NBA housewife and pushed him towards the drug dealing life.

• Diana had some pushback about involving Tariq in their plan, but Drew reminded her that it was just the game.

Monet's Plan

Monet's plan to take control of the drug business and eliminate Tariq as a threat is discussed.

Monet's Motivation

• Monet wants to take control of the drug business and make money.

• Drew and Kane are willing to help her, but they need to eliminate Tariq first.

• Monet underestimated Tasha and her willingness to protect Tariq.

The Plan

• Drew and Kane plan to kill Tariq, making it look like he killed Monet.

• However, Monet becomes a better parent too late. She tries to be a good mother but fails because she was detached from her children due to their involvement in the game.

• Tasha shows up unexpectedly and saves Tariq from being killed by Kane.

Unforeseen Variables

• Diana becomes a better daughter after receiving love from her mother, which leads her to hesitate about killing Tariq.

• Ironically, Tasha's involvement messes up the plan because it makes Diana think that she needs to go through with the hit on Tariq.

Addressing Parenting Issues

In this section, we learn more about why Monet was such a bad parent and how she tried to address it too late.

Detachment as a Parent

• Monet admits that she was detached from her children after giving up Zeke for adoption.

• She felt like she had no choice but to raise her children in the game, which required her to be emotionally detached from them.

• Monet's detachment led to her talking to her kids like they were random dudes on the street.

Attempting to Be a Better Parent

• Monet tries to be a better parent by being more loving and accepting of her children.

• She realizes that she needs to be more involved in their lives and not just treat them like soldiers in the game.

• Unfortunately, Monet's attempts at being a better parent come too late.

Tariq's Plan to Take Over Monet's Organization

In this section, the speaker discusses Tariq's plan to take over Monet's organization and how it ultimately fails.

Tariq Plans to Take Over Monet's Organization

• Tariq plans to take over Monet's organization after his trust fund is cut off.

• He believes that taking over the organization is the only way he can regain his generational wealth.

• However, Tasha warns him that if he doesn't make the move correctly, everything could come crashing down.

• Effie tells Tariq about Monet's daughter who is in college at NYU.

• When Tariq confronts Monet about her daughter, she reveals that she has already moved her and there is nothing he can say to stop Kane from killing him.

Tariq Fumbles His Plan

• Despite being angry with Effie, he should have given her some hope instead of letting her walk away.

• He fumbles off of his own principle by not thinking about the bigger picture when dealing with Effie and Kane.

Tariq's Mistake

In this section, the speaker discusses how Tariq underestimated Effie and how it led to his downfall.

Underestimating Effie

• Tariq continues to underestimate Effie despite her intelligence.

• Effie has been through things that we still don't know about, but she is smarter than everyone gives her credit for.

• After getting kicked out of school because of Effie, Tariq should have realized not to sleep on her.

• Tariq let his emotions cloud his judgment and it ultimately led to his downfall.

Obi Saves the Day

In this section, the speaker talks about how Obi came through for Tariq when he needed him the most.

Obi's Loyalty

• Despite not wanting to be a part of the game anymore, Brayden showed up for Tariq when he needed him.

• Obi knew he was going to die but still called in reinforcements to save Tariq's life.

• Even though they go through their ups and downs, at the end of the day, Tariq and Brayden are there for each other.

English Obi and Braden's Relationship

In this section, the speaker talks about how he would like to see more of Obi and his relationship with Tariq. He also mentions how Obi called Braden to help him out, which was a beautiful moment.

Obi's Relationship with Tariq and Braden

• The speaker expresses his desire to see more of Obi and his relationship with Tariq.

• The speaker talks about how Obi called Braden to help him out when he found out that Tariq was going to be set up.

• The speaker reflects on how this moment between Obi and Braden was beautiful.

English Open Threads in the Show

In this section, the speaker discusses some open threads in the show that have yet to be resolved.

Tate's Campaign and Davis' Shady Ways

• The speaker talks about Rashad Tate's campaign and how people mistake him for an actual politician.

• The speaker discusses Davis' attempt to get charges dropped against Diana for a small donation. Harper overhears their conversation and may use it against Davis in the campaign.

Junior's Note to Jenny

• The speaker talks about Junior's note to Jenny, which is becoming increasingly pivotal.

• Sax sent something to Junior, but it is unclear what it is or if Sax knew who Junior really was.

• There are many open threads as we leave the show, but Power tends to tie up loose ends while introducing new ones.

Tariq's Video and Junior's Investigation

In this section, the speakers discuss the possibility of Tariq having evidence that could incriminate him in his aunt's murder. They also talk about Junior's investigation and how he might be able to crack the case.

Tariq's Video

• The speakers discuss a video that Tariq claimed to have, which may contain evidence related to his aunt's murder.

• They speculate that the video could be a "get out of jail free card" for Tariq if it contains incriminating evidence against someone else.

• The speakers consider the possibility that Tariq stole information from Davis, but they also acknowledge that Ghost gave money to Tariq's family, making it unlikely that he would want to implicate his father in any wrongdoing.

Junior's Investigation

• The speakers discuss Junior's investigation into his aunt's murder and how he might be able to crack the case.

• They mention that there are no more enemies on the Castillos' side, but they wonder if Kane will ever find out about Diana and Drew setting up their mother.

• The speakers express concern for Tariq and Brayden, as they know where Brayden's family lives and are now involved in an all-out war.

• They speculate about who got hit in the recent attack and whether Monet will pull through. They also wonder how Tariq and Brayden will survive given their high profile.

Monet, Diana, Drew, and Kane

In this section, the speakers discuss Monet's intelligence and how she might be able to help Tariq. They also talk about Diana, Drew, and Kane and their roles in the current situation.

Monet

• The speakers express confidence that Monet will survive her injuries.

• They praise Monet's intelligence and ability to read people.

• The speakers speculate that Monet and Tariq will find a way to meet secretly at the grave site, where they can work together to figure out a solution.

Diana, Drew, and Kane

• The speakers discuss how Diana and Drew played Tariq and how they are responsible for much of what is happening.

• They suggest that it will take Tariq, Tasha, and Monet working together to solve the problem.

• The speakers wonder if Kane will side with his mother or with Diana and Drew.

Power Book II: Ghost Episode 9 Fashion and Theories

In this section, the speaker talks about the fashion in Power Book II: Ghost and theories for the end of the season.

Fashion in Power Book II: Ghost

• The cast has some of the best fashion on TV.

• They rock luxury and streetwear with style.

• Kane's black Louis jacket costs almost $10,000.

• Monet had a $5,000 outfit when she mushed Drew.

Theories for End of Season

• The Toyota family has to go.

• Not all Tahadas may make it through season four.

• Tariq should have followed Tasha's advice and worked with Tate to be smarter.

• RSJ is out of the country and won't be seen again.

• Tariq played the small Joker while Noma was the big Joker.

Drew's Fate and Kane's Revenge

In this section, the speakers discuss Drew's fate and Kane's revenge. They talk about how Drew was set up and how he tried to avoid his fate. They also discuss Kane's treatment of Effie and how he could have handled it differently.

Drew's Fate

• Drew was set up, which was nasty.

• He had tried to help everyone avoid his fate.

• He miscalculated and is now one of those ghosts.

Kane's Revenge

• Kane could take or leave Effie.

• He thought he had too much control over things he did not have control over.

• In season four, Kane will be looking for Tariq with a vengeance.

Monet Finds Out

In this section, the speakers talk about Monet finding out about Drew and what her reaction might be. They also mention some characters that they would like to see return in future seasons.

Monet Finds Out

• Monet will be mad when she finds out about Drew.

• She will terrorize everyone when she does find out.

Characters Returning

• Elisa Marie and Marissa are characters that the speakers would like to see return in future seasons.

• Cash is another character that they joke about seeing again.

Tariq's Fall From Grace

In this section, the speakers discuss Tariq's fall from grace and how he became clouded by his own power. They also talk about how Tariq needs to choose between being a scholar or a drug dealer.

• Tariq's focus on school was one reason for his downfall.

• He became clouded by his own power and stopped analyzing what was in front of him.

• Tariq needs to choose between being a scholar or a drug dealer.

Power Universe Season 2: Ghost

In this section, the speakers discuss their thoughts on the second season of the Power Universe show "Ghost". They talk about how it compares to other seasons and other shows in the Power Universe.

Best Season Yet

• The speakers agree that this was one of the best seasons of any show in the Power Universe.

• The acting was better, and the writers did a great job.

• The cast is like a family, which shows on screen.

• The Tommy and Tasha storyline was additive rather than a crutch.

Coherent Storyline

• This season was one of the most coherent seasons of "Power".

• Any plot holes were clarified by the end of the season.

• Even if you had only watched "Ghost" and not "Power", you could still follow along with this season.

Future Seasons

• The speakers are excited to see where they take the show next.

• While one speaker prefers "Raising Kanan", they both agree that this was an excellent season.

Writers' Strike and Season 3 Finale

In this section, the hosts discuss the writers' strike and its potential impact on the show. They also share their thoughts on season 3 finale.

Impact of Writers' Strike

• The hosts hope that the writers will get paid fairly and end the strike soon.

• Some shows may be affected by the strike, but it's a small price to pay for fair wages.

• Season 3 was supposed to air during the writers' strike, so they might have filmed most of it before the strike.

Season 3 Finale

• The hosts think that season 3 is one of the best seasons of "Ghost" so far.

• They haven't seen any negative reactions to the season 3 finale online or from friends.

• The finale was like an ultimate game of chess.

Recap of Book Three: Ghost Season Three

In this section, the hosts recap season three and share their overall thoughts on it.

Overall Thoughts on Season Three

• The hosts think that season three is the best season of "Ghost" so far.

• They restored the feeling in this season and fans are going to love it.

Call-to-action for Fans and Interviews with Actors

In this section, the hosts encourage fans to engage with them more and request interviews with actors.

Engaging with Fans

• The hosts ask fans to subscribe to their YouTube channel and follow them on social media.

• They want to do more interviews with actors and ask fans to help them make it happen.

Conclusion

In this section, the hosts conclude the episode and announce when they will be back.

Conclusion

• The hosts thank their listeners for tuning in and say that they will be back on September 1st for "Force."