“The Irrational” is one of NBC’s newest fall dramas. The premiere took place on Monday.

“The Irrational” is a captivating series that revolves around Alec Mercer, a world-renowned professor of behavioral science portrayed by Jesse L. Martin. Throughout the show, Alec utilizes his exceptional expertise to tackle a variety of high-stakes cases that involve governments, law enforcement agencies, and corporations. With his insightful perspective and unconventional approach to psychology and human behavior, he and his team embarked on a series of intense and unexpected journeys. Their goal was to solve illogical puzzles and unravel perplexing mysteries.

During a recent press event, I had the privilege of speaking with Jesse Warn, who is recognized as both a producer for the entire season and a director for episode 2. “I must acknowledge the writers and our showrunner, Arika,” stated Warn, as he commended their extensive research efforts in bringing this psychological thriller series to life. Moreover, it is crucial to ensure that the revised text appears credible to both educated individuals and professionals in the fields of psychology and behavioral science.

THE IRRATIONAL — Episode 101 Pilot — Pictured: (l-r) Jesse L. Martin as Alec Mercer, Maahra Hill as Marisa — (Photo by: Sergei Bachlakov/NBC)

Jesse mentioned that he, along with his fellow directors, Arika (the showrunner), and the writers, aimed to create a weekly show that presented intriguing mysteries for the audience to solve. These psychological tidbits that you can take away will make you feel more intelligent. However, it is also important to connect with the engaging characters and become invested in their relationships and dynamics. It’s about connecting with the characters on a human level. They have developed multiple layers to ensure that the audience not only obtains new knowledge, but also feels enthusiastic enough to participate in future social conversations.

THE IRRATIONAL — Episode 101 Pilot — Pictured: Jesse L. Martin as Alec Mercer — (Photo by: Sergei Bachlakov/NBC)

I was curious to know Jesse’s thoughts on what sets this show apart from others in the same genre. I find it incredibly fascinating to watch a show that focuses on the development of characters on a weekly basis. You are observing it from a plot perspective. It is providing you with an education. According to Warn, you may feel smarter, but you also tend to engage in self-analysis at times.

We have the ability to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves. Warn expressed his belief that we can gain a deeper understanding of our motivations. This statement came as we concluded the interview, and I asked him about his expectations for viewers who tune in every week. “The Irrational” introduces new terms like the “cocktail party effect,” which will expand your knowledge. However, it will also make you reflect on how and when these terms are relevant to your own life. It truly provokes deep thought.