I always looked at these kind of per-episode analyses with some skepticism, but I recently got into Deadwood as a result of Very Bad Wizard's podcast series on

I always looked at these kind of per-episode analyses with some skepticism, but I recently got into Deadwood as a result of Very Bad Wizard's podcast series on the show (they cover an episode about every 2 weeks as bonus patreon content for their regular podcast). For shows that have the requisite depth to be worth the analysis, content like this turns out to be a fun way to enhance your understanding of the themes of the show. The VBW thing is behind their paywall so you'd probably have to already be a fan of the show to be convinced it's worthwhile, but their coverage really enhanced my viewing of the show (although they've only got episodes up through the first season so far, and if you start Deadwood you definitely won't be able to wait for them, it's pretty compelling).