The Sopranos (S3:E3xE4) | *First Time Watching* | TV Series Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@jhs1776]

I remember yelling at the screen "Tell him!" when I saw "Employee of the Month" for the first time. I'd never had that strong a reaction to a scene before.

[@patrickwayne1010]

Same here

[@danieljohnson2005]

You guys remember what happened to Tommy on the day he was supposed to be made in Goodfellas? That’s why Chris and Adriana were nervous 😂

[@douglasmurphy3266]

They shot the scene to make it look suspicious too. First Chris got in the passenger seat of the car like when they whacked Morrie, then he got taken down the staircase into the basement like Tommy.

[@danieljohnson2005]

@@douglasmurphy3266 Exactly! It’s such a meta scene because you know Paulie and Sil were just fucking with him because they knew he’d be thinking of Goodfellas.

[@blister9366]

​@@douglasmurphy3266yuppp

[@BigBoss-zi5ss]

Yea but everyone knows they weren't gonna kill off Christopher this early

[@danieljohnson2005]

@@BigBoss-zi5ss Yeah, obviously we the audience knew they weren’t going to kill him. It’s just showing Chris’ internal fear and how he can never feel fully safe.

[@TheJazzper1970]

Melfi's 'no' at the end convinced me I was watching great tv. Most other shows would have given us satisfying revenge po.rn against her attacker.

[@blister9366]

Dude, revenge porn is when people post sex vids of their ex. Whatre u tryna see?!!? 😅😅😅

[@TheJazzper1970]

@@blister9366 I know what revenge porn is, I should have said most shows would have given us 'a type of revenge porn'. Most viewers wanted to see Melfi's attacker suffer. The show thankfully didn't give us that.

[@mgordon1100]

Merriam-Webster defines pornography in 3 ways. 3. the depiction of acts in a sensational manner so as to arouse a quick, intense emotional reaction It's not limited to sexual content. Violent acts are covered by this third definition. We'd be lying to ourselves if we said we didn't want to see Tony get involved. This would have finally been a justified act out of Tony's talents. I understand why they didn't do it. Melfi needed to stay an innocent.

[@dills3671]

@@blister9366 that's incorrect. see other comment in this thread

[@Vile_412]

I’ve watched the sopranos 11 times since it’s aired in it’s entirety. It’s my favorite. I still cannot handle Employee of the Month episode, it’s brutal.

[@shoehead65]

Same here.

[@alib6936]

It is beyond brutal, I legit skip it when watching reactions

[@J4ME5_]

thats what makes this show SO GOOD.. the moments of realism.. that "no" at the end.. powerful stuff.

[@sickturret3587]

the way it messes with the minds of audience is brilliant. 99% wanted swift justice and 95% didn't care if it was dealt by a criminal either. dr. melfi disagrees lol.

[@dmthandmade5674]

Dr Melfi realised in the moment that she'd never be able to live with with what she knows would be the outcome from telling Tony. Knowing that she could and choosing not to was her truly claiming her power back, rather than allowing herself to be corrupted by Tony's.

[@111Moose]

This is a proper assessment, but it drives me crazy when people agree with the decision. By letting the guy live, she’s enabling him to victimize someone else. It isn’t just about her personal revenge.

[@rach2883]

I think she also wanted to remain Tony’s doctor and by crossing that line, she would lose the ability to hold that position in his life.

[@missbelled6700]

@@rach2883 And beyond that, she realized that with her first, impulsive 'no,' she had just selfishly refused his acceptance of furthering his care with behavioral therapy, just for the idea of keeping him around. She was horrified with herself as a professional.

[@chrischarlescook]

What do you call an Italian ghost? A Gabaghoul 😂😅

[@ReelinwithAsiaandBJ]

You got me with that one!! 😂 😂

[@rd30000]

No more Italian ghost jokes...they're hurtful and theyre destructive!

[@andrewjacksonbr]

Doctor Melfi regained her strength and sense of self, with the word “No”. Her attacker made her (temporarily) feel that her “No” didn’t count. But not letting her attacker turn her into something she is not, is her truly regaining control.

[@Roscoe_357]

Dr. Milfi

[@andyh4224]

Ralph and Janice could compete for most hated characters on the Sopranos!

[@SupremeCommanderBaiser]

But Livia would win, Ritchie would be second. @@andyh4224

[@perrywarner648]

Jennifer Melfi saying "No" is one of the most heroic moments in television history. It's also a unique moment that could only happen on The Sopranos. Every other show would carry out revenge instead of the profound ending we got.

[@TeKDeLorean]

totally agree. The amount of strength it takes to say "no" at that point is greater than giving in to those feelings and possibly making the worst mistake of your life just for a moment of satisfaction.

[@VladdyTT]

I always thought the crow was like a symbol of death or evil incarnate. Chris is damning his soul to Hell, the crow is there almost as if watching over the ritual to make sure it’s complete. Satisfied, it disappears.

[@francisalbert1799]

Yes Asia correct , melfi would’ve known about Tony killing him and she didn’t want that on her conscience. Also it would’ve given Tony something to hold over her forever .

[@gacaptain]

In one of the early episodes AJ definitely did say he was going to Westpoint while sitting right at that dinner table. Funny he forgot all about that and lost all his confidence since then. Lol

[@gacaptain]

If y’all haven’t figured out yet, the capicolla that Tony loves so much and gabagool are the same thing. That’s what a lot of Italian Americans in NewYork, New Jersey call it. Lol

[@TheIronDuke9]

I can't believe you guys are really uploading reactions to GOT and the Sopranos back to back lol - you're riding the high water mark of television right now and I'm loving it. Looking forward to Mad Men, Deadwood, Fargo, Oz....

[@brianvice1144]

Even though the No was expected given Melfi's character, it was no less powerful It was a strong moral rudder in a show bereft of them

[@toneriggz]

That scene with Johnny Sack walking in on them as they were making Ginny Sack jokes was some great foreshadowing. You know, Quasimodo predicted all this. As far as Melfi telling Tony, ultimately for her character, it was best that she didn't. A lot of people wanted her to say something but if she did, she would cease being a civilian and would lose all moral high ground against Tony. Which was a key part of therapy sessions with him. It was a hard decision to make but the best one for her character.

[@pampennyworth]

Absolutely. She gained personal strength knowing that she could have her attacker killed.

[@manbearpig9234]

I think he actually heard them all joke about Ginny that day and then reacted the way he did with the Ralph joke to make an example of him to the NJ crew.

[@Arsolon618]

The ending of that episode is so powerful and great.

[@toneriggz]

@@manbearpig9234 No, I think if he heard it, we would’ve seen an indication that he heard it. He really would’ve wanted more people to suffer, not just Ralph. But it was a case of foreshadowing. And of course it’s hilarious that Paulie told John about the joke but he’s also made disrespectful jokes about Ginny.

[@dongiano]

My issue with her decision is that, since we already know he's guilty but got off scott free, she left him free to do it again. I think there could have been a way for her to let him know, without outright telling him. Too, I don't think Tony believed it was a car accident but he also knew she wasn't gonna talk

[@joshythehand2960]

Nice.. i was waiting. My pops is in stage 4. So i take care of him full time now. I never leave his side. But right around 1 o'clock he takes a nap or just rests and watches tv for an hour. So i get on my phone and see if yall have posted a new sopranos or g.o.t. reaction. Has become a scheduled part of my day. Its all about routine now. So thanks. I look forward to the bit of time to relax.

[@carminelupertazzijr.4047]

He a warrior ❤

[@danieljohnson2005]

Oh man, I’m so sorry. Not to make a joke or anything, but when I first read your post, I thought you meant he acted in the sixth season episode “Stage 5.” It took my brain a moment to catch up.

[@ReelinwithAsiaandBJ]

@joshythehand2960 sending you are love Fam ❤️❤️

[@jgarofalo8813]

Prayers and good vibes to both of you and your whole family.

[@joshythehand2960]

Ty everyone. I appreciate all the support. We fight this monster everyday. One day at a time. He's the strongest guy I guy I've ever known. ❤️

[@CVGuitar]

8:28 -- 8:29 "He's the hair apparent" 🤣

[@RaysTrains]

Such an amazing moment we all as an Audience are like screaming at Jen to just tell Tony to take care of that asshole and then it just ends with a no. Heartbreaking episode 10/10 television

[@grahampotter5039]

-- that “grape” scene is the most graphic I’ve ever seen on tv

[@ILLCHI]

Just a tid bit if y'all didn't know, If you ever saw the movie greenbook....Carmine the boss of new york in the sopranos is Tony Lip the man the movie greenbook was based on. 💯

[@scarlettw.h.8593]

I wanted revenge too, but although asking help to the mafia is easy and effective, it's NEVER free of charge...

[@khaleesimandy74]

I'm really enjoying watching this with my favorite couple Asia and BJ. I'm almost done with my re-watch of Sopranos. Hope y'all have a great weekend. 💜💜

[@doncotton3367]

In the Mafia and blood family, loyalty is an absolute. For Tony, his absolute trust in Dr. Melfi, and his opening himself up to her, makes her, in his mind, part of his 'family'. But for Dr. Melfi, professionally and personally, she must be at a remove from all her patients, including Tony. Telling Tony, knowing what he would do, would mean that she was acknowledging her inclusion in his 'family' - and that would be wrong as a professional, and wrong for her personally. Once you're in, you're never getting out. It's a measure of her character that she chose her bedrock principles over the satisfaction of a just and violent revenge. A seduction of the show is that we root for the characters in their personal lives, while knowing that most of them are irredeemably horrific because they make their way in the world via loan sharking, robbery, bribery, prostitution, gambling and violence (including murder).

[@cfinley81]

I understand Noah's feelings, cause Tony was pretty awful, but there was no excuse being like that to Meadow's mother. She did nothing to him.

[@mr.patriotjol]

Also incase if no one here already mentioned. The crow from Christopher’s cemetery. It means it’s a bad omen. It the represents death, as he will be cursed forever.

[@GoodFilms28]

“Hope y’all had a great Easter?” Y’all must’ve reacted to Season Six by now.

[@TheCrazyCanuck420]

They probably finished the show on patreon and are releasing a few episodes a week. Many channels do the same thing.

[@MrMeddyman]

The show is done as is GoT, they only drop on KZbin after the whole thing is done

[@jgarofalo8813]

Thanks for doing this guys. It’s sad to see how many of the actors are passed now but Uncle Jun is still with us and sharp as a tack!

[@michaelangelocostello2599]

She got an Emmy for her performance in this episode. Complete genius! It was really profound. She couldn’t morally get the guy killed, but just knowing that she could give her some type of empowerment.

[@flarrfan]

She had to say no for her own personal and professional integrity. Unlike most of the other characters, she still has some.

[@ifeelpretty5790]

Lorraine Bracco actually didn’t get an Emmy for this episode shockingly, Edie Falco won for episode 7 of this season. It’s too bad they couldn’t tie that year, both were fantastic and Lorraine deserved at least one win.

[@TimParker-Chambers]

43:14 This reminds me of something which was once said about the UK TV series 'Only Fools and Horses'; it can make you laugh one minute, and cry the next 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@GlennShook]

Noah even attempting to throw a punch at tony would been funniest thing ever on a funny show let alone punch his lights out. Then when he said he’d only leave if meadow wanted him to carmella shoulda went off “we pay for this room so you can both leave or just you”

[@GoodFilms28]

Man the guy that played Tony’s father should’ve played John Gotti Sr. They literally got the same facial structure.

[@edwardlewis8758]

15:13 Correct, my friend........ The panic attacks started HERE Also this is how Tony's family ended up owning the pork store

[@RedDeadGunslingerOutlaw]

She values her integrity and doesn't want to be a hypricote

[@trevordavenport4284]

I'm a massive lover of all things sopranos..visited bada Bing and a bunch of pics from my tour on 2010.. I will NEVER, be 'that guy' to ruin a series, but guaranteed, if you think it's gettin good now.... .....juuuuust, you, wait. I love ur reactions keep em up ❤

[@TheBrother847]

It's an old Italian superstation, that a black bird in the windowsill, is a sign that someone in the family is going to die soon. Coming from a true 1st generation Italian American I love the fact that you love this show. There are so many similarities to how I grew up to how this family is, minus the organized crime and murder. Grazie Ragazzi

[@jgarofalo8813]

Same fam! Watching this is like going to a reunion with the elders. Also my grandpa’s side all had nicknames because they were all named John, Frank or Tony.

[@Rascool69]

The blonde haired Russian woman was a whole vibe

[@SurvivorBri]

Dr. Melfi could never live with Tony killing her rapist. It's a terrible conflict for her. She received no justice and there was nothing she could do about it. I wanted more than anything to see that POS get his but I understand why she didn't tell Tony.

[@bluecomet1109]

6:30 when even gangsters care about a decent education

[@colleenosburn-sapp3201]

The metaphor of her arm stuck in the soda machine while the mad dog attacks her rapist is that if she buys into the fantasy of sicking tony on her attacker she will be stuck as an accessory and equally guilty of murder and torture and subject to law enforcement and her own conscious and morals and sanity. And possibly loose her medical license and family and friends over the decision. She chose the right path , God , karma whichever will get him without her participation , and it was the police's responsibility to protect future victims not her's, she did her part, she reported it and identified him and gave them the medical evidence and her statement, her responsibility stopped there.

[@TheMirotame]

Guys, you're missing the big point. If she told Tony about the rape, she would've lowered herself to the same level as Tony, a criminal sociopath looking for revenge. Her gasping was her realization of how low she could've gone and how easy it could've been to satisfy her revenge (remember what she told her therapist at the end of her session); that's why she tought about it, snapped out of her high for revenge in that moment and said "NO"

[@jimijamessegoviafeerick1355]

Thanks Asia & BJ. Happy birthday BJ! 🎉 I really enjoyed this episode. If Tony finds out, that "Employee of the Month" will either disappear or he will become a eunuch ! 😲

[@cathyhall1350]

OMG I was just thinking about this episode of poor Dr Melfi and her attacker! I felt the same way.. I wanted her to tell Tony soooo bad!! 😮😢

[@greggburke3770]

The reason she doesn't tell him is because she would feel guilty about getting the man tortured and killed. While she wants payback, she doesn't want the guilt that comes with it.

[@hectorfrausto9705]

Can't wait til they see Pine Barrens, greatest episode ever lol

[@robotto8858]

Tough choice between that and Janice and Ritchie.

[@dongiano]

He tells Tony to never gamble. That sht is 100% true. Im a single father of 2 because their ma couldnt give it up. Gambling is never good

[@tysonthomas7094]

Just wait until you get to episode 11 of this season. It was one of the funniest, craziest episodes! This whole season is so good!

[@goblet001]

lol, was just about to comment "Waiting for episode 3x11". Such a funny ep

[@TheCrazyCanuck420]

A very quotable episode 😊

[@goblet001]

@@TheCrazyCanuck420 "The guy was an interior decorator!"

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

My son has 2 Rottweilers, NOBODY comes onto property unless "INVITED".🐕🐕🐕🐶🐶🐶

[@TimParker-Chambers]

Rottweilers are awesome dog: With family, they're soft as butter; to anyone else, they're hard as nails 👍👍👍👍

[@Letha-Mae]

Noah talking to Carmella like that was so freaking rude does he know who he is talking to!! And poor Dr Melfie that was so sad.....

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

CROWS ARE A SIGN OF BAD LUCK😵😵😵😵😵

[@loisrogers9042]

I REALLY look forward to watching this series again, with the 2 of you. I've forgotten some things, so I wait with great anticipation!!!😊

[@flarrfan]

Employee of the Month is a top 5 episode for me...a showcase for Lorraine Bracco. And that "No" was the only way for her to preserve her personal and professional integrity.

[@bigw725]

i don’t think my dad has ever said “that’s my son” with a smile on his face. and for good reason

[@lkb3rd]

For those who may not know, gabagool is capicola (cured meat)

[@jasonemikel]

I think BJ's reaction was EXACTLY what the writers, directors, and actors were going for. The "no" somehow simultaneously drops us off a cliff of disappointment but catches us when we realize it's the only decision she can make to retain her last shred of dignity. Watching BJ work through the emotions was hysterical! These are such great reaction videos.

[@wendyw4487]

to the mafia, a bird is considered bad luck. also, they never do a 'made ceremony' with more than one new man at a time. they would only ever do one, and then the other separately.

[@dandillinger23]

We all wish Dr Melfi would have told Tony!!

[@dudermcdudeface3674]

There are a ton of reasons for Melfi not to tell him. One is that she has a responsibility as a doctor not to exploit a patient's problems. Using him as an attack dog would harm both of them.

[@uomodonore245]

Hey! BJ had a B-Day! YAY!!!

[@TheNeonRabbit]

If she would have told Tony that guy's death would have been legendary

[@angelhernandezrivera6195]

You guys still find Tony likeable. We all understand cuz we were all there but Tony is incapable of just doing something nice. He would lord it over her, even worse than with David Scantino. With that one "No", Melfi refuses to enter a corrupt world and therefore saves her soul

[@1Adam20]

@20:08 Rules to live by as a suitor to my daughter. Rule 3: if the Daughter isn't happy you better listen to her. Rule 2: If the daughter has invoked this level of control you better listen to momma bear. Rule 3: Papa Bear will kill you.

[@barte3822]

I think these two episodes were themed around a man's responsibility; To provide and to protect. And about the friends we choose and the reasons why. ✌️❤

[@LoneWolf_Cub_Ogami_Itto]

Tony shouldn't have been a German Rottweiler. Should've been the Italian equal between Cane Corso Roman Mastiff or Neapolitan/Napolitan Mastiff.

[@fantasy-d9h]

The past 5 days I was refreshing to see if y'all dropped this 😂😂 finally let's goooo

[@bryantsanders6869]

Favorite of them all thanks for the upload

[@mr.patriotjol]

Jackie Jr- My Fathaw was a man of honor

[@agitatedmongoose]

AJ and Meadow now have a podcast together. Aj is now the same age as Tony was when Tony filmed Season 2. AJ is now 38.

[@Cbug7997]

I absolutely love this show and have watched it, all the way through, two times now. Still. I always skip that scene. And the 'no' at the end... just wow. That would take every ounce of strength one had!

[@vuyanijamamkele8319]

"He's the 'hair' apparent!" 😂

[@geneticrex]

Unfortunately the good Dr. is too "civilized" to use Tony as a tool of revenge. For her, it's more about losing her humanity than it is about fearing legal repercussion.

[@davehess1019]

keep watching, you will like the outcome.

[@snbks4ever]

Hey my Easter I'm assuming was good!! haha I knew these were recorded in advance but still love them. Another 2 episodes of the Sopranos should be a fun time.

[@scragglebum]

oh man if she told him what had happened.... you already know that protective lion instinct would kick in and he would devour that guy.

[@mrshelby4412]

Just finished watching your last one 👍

[@filipohman7277]

Awesome 👍👍👍👍👍 Greetings from Helsinki, Finland 🇫🇮🇺🇸🇫🇮🇺🇸🇫🇮

[@siskens470]

I am really enjoying re watching this with you guys. I forgot how good it was. Just wait, it is going to get better and crazier if you can believe it lol.

[@nicolaiboensch6643]

I love and hate this episode. I hated seeing this happen to one of the only grounded and ultimately good characters in this show. It was visceral to watch the first time. But, I loved that she remained grounded at the end of the episode. She could have easily sicked Tony on the Employee of the Month. But she rose above it. She pitied that insignificant lowlife and she wouldn't give up on her morals to have revenge on him, even though she admitted to her therapist that it would have been sweet. She remains the one character of the show by which you can measure everyone else.

[@anthonypouria3194]

A great Easter? Lol! Damn y'all sit on these videos for a while.

[@PuntYourJunk]

I know, I was like great weekend? Great Easter? wtf?

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

HEY, CHRISTOPHER'S GIRLFRIEND IS IN A GREAT SERIES "SONS OF ANARCHY" SIMILAR, BUT IN CALIFORNIA AND BIKERS👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Hachiko814]

Had a great Easter??? Damn ya'll been sittin on this for a minute lol

[@StevenJShow]

6:15 LOL, respect... HAHAHAHA. That's funny.

[@katemiller6591]

Great reaction you two 😃😃! I wanted her to tell Tony so bad about the employee of the month. And it to end like it did…frustrating.

[@patdecorvo]

Happy Birthday BJ back now and God Bless Asia too. nice couple reaction👍

[@philiphernandez1086]

Did he say Easter?

[@Ooofaa-Maa]

Happy Birthday, brother. Hope it was a good one!!

[@patdecorvo]

OHHH! We all wanted Tony to handle this employee o.t.m. guy. Great reaction👍

[@audriewitek6297]

Happy Birthday BJ!!

[@TerdFerguson1000]

There she isssssssss

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

CAPPACOLO IS THE "GOBBA GOO" HOW THEY PRONOUNCE CAPPACOLA IN ITALIAN.

[@kevint2600]

One of the best episode endings

[@lucianaromulus1408]

Its funny to me they(the mafia guys) see the crow as a bad omen, must be a Christian thing. Im Pagan and see them as a GOOD omen 😅

[@Wang_Monkey]

Melfi cried at the end at the thought that Tony wouldn't be there to be her protector, with her heightened emotions the fear caught her by suprise. She then held the mans life in her hands for a moment, before letting him live. Ultimatley she is a good person, compared with Tony who would surely kill Rossi if he found out, regardless of her wishes.

[@CarlKarnak]

Easter? How far back did you guys film this?

[@TimParker-Chambers]

19:46 🥴🥴🥴🥴🤣🤣🤣🤣 That wouldn't've ended up well for Noah... 🥴🥴🥴🥴🙈🙈🙈🙈

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

ITS "A CREW"👍👍👍👍

[@youteo3596]

Little lord f_&k pants whos nickname is that? I could seriously see them rifling through files and wiretaps for hours trying to figure it out lol. Maybe hes the new boss? Have any of the old crew been let out of prison lately? This could take days we'll have to open up the archives, we're going to need more agents from Washington...

[@TimParker-Chambers]

18:42 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Well, Proust was... 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mrichrich-nr8id]

yet another great reaction...!! Ok we ready for Dexter..!! Just say'n.. :)

[@danieljohnson2005]

Oh, I’m more than ready.

[@karenlong5616]

Yes! Dexter! You won't regret it.

[@TimParker-Chambers]

42:56 😭😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏🙏