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‘Task’ Episode 6 Recap
13 oktober 2025 · 43 min
Chris and Andy talk about the penultimate episode of ‘Task,’ discussing why it’s the best episode of the series to date, the tragic fates of many of its characters, Fabien Frankel’s standout performance, and what’s left ahead of the finale (1:00). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Lowdown’ Is That Show. Plus, ‘Heat 2’ Hype Meter and ‘House of Guinness.’
9 oktober 2025 · 57 min
Chris and Andy talk about the modern-day hype cycles around film releases and why it feels like television drops don’t get that same level of attention in the wake of more ‘Heat 2’ news (5:38). Then, they make the case for why ‘The Lowdown’ is one of the best shows of the year and what they've been asking for from this era of auteur-driven television (27:51). Finally, they talk about Netflix’s ‘House of Guinness,’ from creator Steven Knight, and why, even though Knight is aiming high, the show misses the mark (43:55). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Task’ Is Barreling Toward the End
6 oktober 2025 · 46 min
Chris and Andy talk about the fifth episode of ‘Task,’ discussing Tom and Robbie finally crossing paths, the impressive performances from actors on the periphery, and the loose threads the show still has to tie up in these final two episodes (1:05). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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How Much Higher Can ‘Slow Horses’ Climb? Plus, ‘Landman’ S2 and ‘Jay Kelly’ Trailers.
2 oktober 2025 · 59 min
Chris and Andy talk about the second episode of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 and whether or not Jackson Lamb’s lack of character progression is holding back the show (4:14). Then, they react to the most recent trailers for ‘Landman’ S2 and ‘Jay Kelly’ (15:35). Along the way, they discuss TV executive Peter Friedlander’s arrival at Amazon MGM Studios, what it means for Prime Video’s future offerings, and the overall state of streaming programming (24:14). Later, they check in on what books they’ve been reading and reveal their travel content preferences ahead of Andy’s upcoming trip to London (43:25). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Task’ Episode 4 With Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Brad Ingelsby, and Salli Richardson-Whitfield! Plus, ‘One Battle After Another’ Is Timely and Timeless.
30 september 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
Chris and Andy talk about seeing Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ and the surprisingly prophetic nature of its story (3:25). Then, they break down the fourth episode of ‘Task’ (17:39), before they’re joined by stars Mark Ruffalo and Tom Pelphrey, creator Brad Ingelsby, and director Salli Richardson-Whitfield for a live event at Vidiots to discuss how they went about portraying Philly culture, the inevitable collision of Robbie's and Tom’s story lines, creating the visual palette for the show, and much more (45:25). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guests: Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Brad Ingelsby, and Salli Richardson-Whitfield
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Alien: Earth’ Failed Itself. Plus, Ethan Hawke and Sterlin Harjo on ‘The Lowdown,’ and ‘Slow Horses’ Is Back!
25 september 2025 · 1 uur 32 min
Chris and Andy talk about why the season finale of ‘Alien: Earth’ missed the mark and their interest level in potential future seasons (2:47). Then they break down the premiere of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 (38:57), before Chris is joined by ‘The Lowdown’ star Ethan Hawke and creator Sterlin Harjo for a live event at Brain Dead Studios to discuss the series premiere, why the project means so much to them, the inception of the Tulsa-based crime drama, and much more (49:24). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guests: Ethan Hawke and Sterlin Harjo
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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The Best TV Week of the Year, ‘Task’ Episode 3, and ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer Underwhelms
22 september 2025 · 57 min
Chris and Andy talk about why this might be the best TV week of the year with the upcoming ‘Alien: Earth’ season finale, the premiere of Sterlin Harjo’s ‘The Lowdown,’ and the return of ‘Slow Horses’ for Season 5 (5:00). Along the way, they react to the trailer for ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ (12:00) and the rumored casting of Leonardo DiCaprio in Michael Mann’s highly anticipated follow-up to ‘Heat’ (20:44). Later, they break down the third episode of ‘Task’ (29:05). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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ABC Suspends Jimmy Kimmel, Why You Should Check Out Netflix’s ‘Black Rabbit’, and ‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 7
19 september 2025 · 1 uur 19 min
Chris and Andy talk about ABC’s decision to indefinitely suspend Jimmy Kimmel and what it means for the media space (1:18). Then, they take a moment to remember Robert Redford and his outsized impact on film in the wake of his passing (11:58). Later, they break down the penultimate episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ and the premiere of the new Netflix miniseries, ‘Black Rabbit,’ starring Jason Bateman and Jude Law (30:50). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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The Emmys Mostly Got It Right and ‘Task’ Episode 2
16 september 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Chris and Andy talk about the Emmys, what 'The Pitt' winning over 'Severance' says about the state of the industry, and the night’s biggest winners and losers (1:21). Later, they discuss the second episode of ‘Task’ and break down why it’s even better than the pilot (32:15). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Is ‘Alien: Earth’ Stuck in Place? Plus, Emmy Predictions and ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 News.
11 september 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' Season 2 will be delayed indefinitely now that cocreator Francesca Sloane has been tapped to write on 'Big Little Lies' Season 3 (1:46). Then, they preview the Emmys by predicting which shows (and actors) could win, will win, and should win the major categories (18:52). Later, they break down the sixth episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ and discuss their complicated feelings about the FX series (36:40). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Task’ Is Everything We Want It to Be. Plus, the Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
9 september 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Chris and Andy talk about some of the winners from the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Saturday and what they predict for the main awards show coming up on Sunday (8:56). Then they go deep on the premiere of the new HBO crime show ‘Task.’ They talk about the similarities to and differences from Brad Ingelsby’s first Philly-set crime show, ‘Mare of Easttown’ (16:44), and the outstanding performances from Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, and Emilia Jones (41:43). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Paper’ Restores the (Sitcom) Feeling. Plus, ‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 5 and a Busy September for TV.
5 september 2025 · 1 uur 16 min
Chris and Andy talk about the premiere of ‘The Paper,’ the original Peacock series from the world of ‘The Office,’ and why the spinoff sitcom made them immediately feel at home (4:23). Then, they preview a busy month in television, including the upcoming premiere of HBO’s ‘Task’ and ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 (31:53), before breaking down the fifth episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ (36:51). Later, they briefly discuss Darren Aronofsky’s new film, ‘Caught Stealing,’ and why they recommend it (01:02:08). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 4, ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Casting News, and ‘The Eastern Gate’ Finale
28 augustus 2025 · 57 min
Chris and Andy talk about some recent industry headlines, including the rumored casting of Nicolas Cage in ‘True Detective’ Season 5, Matthew McConaughey reuniting with Nic Pizzolatto (3:19), and ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ adding Amy Adams and Aaron Pierre (13:09). Then, they react to the first trailer for the upcoming FX show from Sterlin Harjo, ‘The Lowdown’ starring Ethan Hawke (19:01), before discussing the fourth episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ (20:58). Later, they break down the final two episodes of ‘The Eastern Gate’ and why they enjoyed it so much (39:16). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 3, ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Premiere, and Netflix Theme Parks
26 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Chris and Andy talk about a pair of Netflix-branded event spaces coming to Dallas and Philadelphia before addressing the decision to play ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ in theaters and what these developments suggest about the streaming titan (4:51). Then, they react to NBCUniversal’s decision to pivot ‘The Paper’ to a binge release a few weeks ahead of its Peacock premiere (15:03). Later, they break down the third episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ (20:40) and the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 premiere (45:13). Lees meer
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Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Teaser Trailer and ‘Platonic’ Season 2
22 augustus 2025 · 56 min
Andy and Kaya chat about the teaser trailer for ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 that dropped today and the novelty, in today’s TV landscape, of a show returning for its second season less than a year after its first (1:00). Then they talk about the second season of the Apple TV+ show ‘Platonic,’ starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, a great hangout show in an era when those are increasingly hard to make (31:52). Lees meer
Host: Andy Greenwald
Guest: Kaya McMullen
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Marcelino Ortiz
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‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 1 and 2 and the ‘Task’ Trailer
15 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 9 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the ‘Jason Bourne’ and ‘Treadstone’ IP will be heading back to Universal and speculate on where the studio might take the franchise (11:36). Then they talk about the trailer for the Mark Ruffalo show ‘Task’ that was released this week (20:52), before breaking down the first two episodes of ‘Alien: Earth’ and Noah Hawley’s vision for this world (27:23). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Marvel’s Box Office Woes, ‘Alien: Earth’ Preview, and ‘Families Like Ours’
11 augustus 2025 · 1 uur
Chris and Andy talk about the poor performance of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ at the box office and Marvel’s continued box office woes (4:20). Then they preview ‘Alien: Earth’ and talk about where the show fits into the larger ‘Alien’ franchise (21:08) before discussing the Danish Netflix show ‘Families Like Ours’ (32:28). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Paper’ and More Trailers. Plus, Why You Should Be Watching ‘The Eastern Gate.’
8 augustus 2025 · 1 uur
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for the 'Office’ spinoff ‘The Paper’ that was released today (8:48) and also the trailers for the movies ‘Ella McCay’ and ‘Jay Kelly’ (27:46). Then they talk about the news that Cindy Holland, the Netflix exec who helped launch series like ‘Orange Is the New Black,’ ‘House of Cards,’ and ‘Stranger Things,’ is coming on at Paramount as the new head of streaming (33:22). Finally, they make the pitch for why you should be watching the Polish thriller series ‘The Eastern Gate’ (46:35). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Damon Lindelof on ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’
28 juli 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Andy is joined by Damon Lindelof for a full breakdown of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps.’ First, they talk about the teaser that was released for Vince Gilligan’s new show, ‘Pluribus,’ starring Rhea Seehorn (4:24). Then they talk about ‘Fantastic Four’ and discuss whether, between the success of this movie and ‘Thunderbolts*,’ Marvel might be back on the upswing (22:31). Lees meer
Host: Andy Greenwald
Guest: Damon Lindelof
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Emmy Noms, Colbert Cancellation, and Did ‘Girls’ Stick the Landing?
25 juli 2025 · 2 uur 26 min
Andy and Kaya chat about the Emmy nominations that were released last week (16:54) and the news that ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ was canceled (43:00). Then, in anticipation of a conversation about the Lena Dunham show ‘Too Much’ next week, Andy talks with Amanda Dobbins about the ‘Girls’ series finale (taken from a 2024 episode of Stick the Landing) (55:25). Lees meer
Host: Andy Greenwald
Guest: Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Summer Mailbag: The Influence of ‘Lost,’ Prestige TV Fatigue, and Reading Recommendations
21 juli 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
Chris and Andy crack open the mailbag to answer questions like what the lasting influence of ‘Lost’ is on modern TV (16:57), whether we might be entering an age of prestige TV fatigue (33:00), and what they have been reading lately (47:55). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Superman’ and What We Want Out of Comic Book Adaptations
14 juli 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
Chris and Andy do a full deep dive into the new ‘Superman’ movie. They talk about why, on a basic level, this movie worked where other comic book adaptations failed (7:59); whether this movie puts DC in a position to out-Marvel Marvel (27:19); and what the future of the DC Universe looks like after the success of this film (29:04). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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A ‘Superman’ Preview and ‘The Eternaut’ Episodes 4-6
10 juli 2025 · 58 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that ‘Slow Horses’ has been renewed for Seasons 6 and 7 before the fifth season has even aired, and the brilliance of the show's release strategy (8:01). Then they preview the new ‘Superman’ movie (15:58) before talking about Episodes 4-6 of ‘The Eternaut’ and the series of twists that shaped this show (29:30). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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You Should Watch ‘The Eternaut.’ Plus, Netflix Goes on a Cancellation Spree.
7 juli 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Chris and Andy talk about Oasis kicking off their reunion tour over the weekend (0:22) and a slew of shows Netflix has cancelled recently, including ‘Pulse’ and ‘The Residence’ (14:47). Then they make their pitch for why you should be watching ‘The Eternaut,’ an Argentine sci-fi show (19:32), on Netflix, before talking about the first episode of the new Apple TV+ show ‘Smoke’ (45:02). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 8-10 and the ‘Ironheart’ Finale
4 juli 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Chris and Andy talk about the negative reviews of ‘Ironheart’ before it was released and the exciting reveal of Chris’s highly anticipated Marvel character in the season finale (12:21). Next, they discuss the ending of Season 4 of ‘The Bear,’ including how the writers handle parent-child dynamics and the renewal of the show for a fifth season (30:11). Finally, they break down their annual Fourth of July barbecue playlist (01:03:29). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen and Olivia Crerie
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 4-7: A Contained Dish
1 juli 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Chris and Andy talk about the lack of a defining show of the summer due to the binge-drop releases of ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 and ‘The Bear’ Season 4 (6:00). Then they talk about Episodes 4-7 of ‘The Bear,’ particularly the standout, Episode 4, which was cowritten by Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce (17:48). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 1-3: Let Carmy Cook
26 juni 2025 · 56 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Denis Villeneuve has been chosen to direct the next James Bond film and what a Bond movie from the acclaimed director might look like (1:00). Then they break down the first three episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 4 and talk about how, even though the show’s motto is “every second counts,” these episodes spent a lot of time spinning their wheels (17:26). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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The Emmys Need a Refresh. Plus, ‘The Bear’ Season 4 Preview.
24 juni 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Chris and Andy preview the fourth (and final?) season of ‘The Bear,’ which is premiering this week, and talk about what the show’s legacy might be once this season has concluded (6:21). Then, in honor of the Emmy voting window closing today, they come up with some new categories that might give the awards ceremony a much-needed refresh, like Best New Artist (42:38) and Excellence in Extended Run (46:37). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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‘Mindhunter’ Rumors, ‘100 Foot Wave’ Season 3, and Gail Simmons on the ‘Top Chef’ Finale
20 juni 2025 · 1 uur 38 min
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for the Bruce Springsteen biopic ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere,’ which was released this week (6:11), and the rumors that we could be getting a third season of ‘Mindhunter’ in the form of three two-hour movies (19:18). Then they talk about the third season of ‘100 Foot Wave’ (26:19) before Andy is joined by ‘Top Chef’ host Gail Simmons to talk about the finale of ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ and give some behind-the-scenes insights on this season (48:38). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Gail Simmons
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Scott Frank on the Making of ‘Dept. Q.’ Plus, the ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ Finale.
17 juni 2025 · 1 uur 19 min
Chris and Andy talk about the finale of ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ and their feelings on the season overall (8:19). Then they are joined by ‘Dept. Q’ cocreator Scott Frank to talk about what drew him to the project (36:42) and the dueling roles he held as Scott the director and Scott the writer while making this show (53:54). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Scott Frank
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Jesse Armstrong on the Making of ‘Mountainhead.’ Plus, Why ‘Stick’ Doesn’t Stick.
12 juni 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that ‘Presumed Innocent’ Season 2 will star Rachel Brosnahan and become an anthology series (02:23). Then they talk about the first episode of Apple TV+’s new golf show, ‘Stick,’ starring Owen Wilson, and why ultimately the pilot felt discombobulated (08:17). Finally, they are joined by ‘Succession’ creator Jesse Armstrong to talk about his new TV movie, ‘Mountainhead,’ and how he made it in under six months (22:25). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Jesse Armstrong
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Producer: Jon Jones
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Warner and Discovery Split Yet Again, ‘Dept. Q,’ and Alan Siegel on the Golden Era of ‘The Simpsons’
10 juni 2025 · 58 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Warner Bros. and Discovery will once again be splitting into two different entities (7:12). They also discuss the trailer for Noah Hawley’s ‘Alien: Earth’ series (11:43). Then, they talk about the rest of ‘Dept. Q’ and how this show could be Netflix’s ‘Slow Horses’ if they wanted it to be (21:19), before Chris is joined by Alan Siegel to talk about his new book ‘Stupid TV, Be More Funny: How the Golden Era of The Simpsons Changed’ (36:37). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Alan Siegel
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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The TV Detective Draft. Plus, ‘Department Q’ Is Scott Frank at His Best.
5 juni 2025 · 1 uur 14 min
Chris and Andy chat about some TV they’ve been watching this week, including ‘Sex and the City’ (8:58). Then they talk about the first episode of ‘Department Q,’ the new detective show from Scott Frank, and how, similar to ‘The Pitt,’ this is good TV done well (18:30). Then, in honor of ‘Department Q,’ they draft some of their favorite TV detectives (39:53). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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The Merit of ‘Mountainhead’ and ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ Season 1 Finale
2 juni 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Chris and Andy discuss Jesse Armstrong’s recent HBO movie 'Mountainhead,' chatting about why they found it so enjoyable despite some mixed reviews and how exactly the film's message suited our current cultural moment (8:01). Then they discuss the Season 1 finale of Apple TV+’s 'Your Friends and Neighbors,' the show’s back-end turn to a crime show, and where it can improve in Season 2 (54:22). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Kaya McMullen and Devon Baroldi
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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What Do Showrunners Do After Their Great Show Ends? Plus, ‘Sirens’ and ‘Adults.’
30 mei 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Chris and Andy talk about the finale of ‘Everybody’s Live’ (8:06) and a couple of recent releases, including ‘Sirens’ (14:29) and ‘Adults’ (23:59). Then, ahead of the premiere of Jesse Armstrong’s first post-‘Succession’ project, ‘Mountainhead,’ they talk about what the careers of other great showrunners like Matthew Weiner and Michael Schur have looked like after their most famous shows ended (34:14). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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The 'Last of Us’ Season 2 Finale and ‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning’
27 mei 2025 · 1 uur 15 min
Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Last of Us’ Season 2 finale, why adapting the show from the video game caused more limitations and issues in this season than in the first one (08:24), and what’s on deck for Season 3 of the show. Then they talk about ‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning,’ the maybe-final installment of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise, and why the stunning action set pieces could not make up for the incomprehensible plotlines (45:44). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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Live at ‘Everybody’s Live’ and ‘The Studio’ Season Finale
23 mei 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Chris and Andy talk about their experience attending a taping of ‘Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney’ and how the sort-of late-night show has evolved throughout its run (6:21). Then they discuss the final two episodes of ‘The Studio’ and how the show pulled off the difficult feat of satirizing Hollywood (31:48). Finally they talk briefly about the new Max (or HBO Max?) show ‘Duster’ (47:08). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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Your Summer TV Lineup: ‘Task,’ ‘The Bear’ Season 4, and ‘Welcome to Derry.’ Plus, ‘The Last of Us’ S2E6.
20 mei 2025 · 1 uur
Chris and Andy talk about the trailers that were released this week for the Mark Ruffalo Philly detective show ‘Task’ (12:44), the final season of ‘The Bear’ (25:24), and the ‘It’ prequel series, ‘Welcome to Derry’ (35:03). Then they talk about Episode 6 of ‘The Last of Us,’ a penultimate episode in a season that has felt abrupt (38:57). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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HBO Max Is Back (Though It Never Really Left) and Four Lessons Learned From ‘Andor’
15 mei 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Max will be changing its name back to HBO Max and what the news says about the streaming industry at large (1:00). Then they talk about the success of ‘Andor’ and what lessons can be learned from the show (29:06). Finally, they discuss the latest episode of ‘The Last of Us’ (1:00:14). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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Tony Gilroy on the Final Three Episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2
14 mei 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Chris and Andy are joined by ‘Andor’ creator Tony Gilroy to talk about the final three Episodes of Season 2. They discuss what these last three episodes meant to Gilroy emotionally and thematically (2:01), where Bix and Cassian’s relationship ended up at the end of this season (26:51), and how he balanced the emotional story lines with the large action set pieces (50:43). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Tony Gilroy
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘Andor’ Episodes 7-9: ‘Star Wars’ Goes Full ‘Jason Bourne.’ Plus, ‘Thunderbolts*.’
8 mei 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Chris and Andy break down Episodes 7-9 of ‘Andor’ Season 2. They talk about how Tony Gilroy’s attention to detail is really paying off in this set of episodes (8:26) and how Episode 9 was basically a 'Bourne' movie (39:21). Then they discuss ‘Thunderbolts*,’ which is actually kind of … good (55:12)? Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘The Last of Us’ E4 and the Last of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’
5 mei 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
Chris and Andy talk about some TV and movie news that came out over the weekend, including a potential new tariff being levied on movies made internationally (1:00). Then they break down the latest episode of ‘The Last of Us’ and how the show has found its engine after Joel’s death (10:37). Finally, they discuss the series finale of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ (41:07) and Conan O’Brien's Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize ceremony, which was just uploaded to Netflix (50:30). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘Andor’ Season 2, Episodes 4-6 and the Many Faces of Cassian. Plus, ‘Everybody’s Live.’
2 mei 2025 · 1 uur 31 min
Chris and Andy talk about an interview HBO head Casey Bloys gave on the Town podcast and what it revealed about the streamer's strategy in 2025 (6:55). Then they talk about the latest episode of ‘Everybody’s Live’ and how the show has started to improve after leaning into more traditional late-night practices (21:32), before they break down Episodes 4-6 of ‘Andor’ Season 2, which has leaned fully into the spy genre (27:34). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘The Last of Us’ S2E3, ‘The Studio’ Episode 6, and ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ Episode 4
29 april 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Chris and Andy talk about the latest episode of ‘The Last of Us’ and how the show is picking up the pieces after a major character death (1:00). Then they talk about the latest episode of ‘The Studio’ and this episode’s similarities to ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ (45:05), as well as the last few episodes of ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ (50:15). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Marcelino Ortiz
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TV News Grab Bag, an 'Andor' Syllabus, and ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’
25 april 2025 · 58 min
Chris and Andy talk about some TV news that cropped up during the week, including Bill Hader making a Jonestown series for HBO (3:28) and the just-released trailer for Jesse Armstrong’s new TV movie, ‘Mountainhead’ (12:36). Then Chris talks about the show ‘Sandbaggers,’ which he discovered while researching ‘Andor’ (28:18), before they discuss ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North,’ an under-the-radar show starring Jacob Elordi that was just released on Prime Video (39:14). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production: Marcelino Ortiz
Video Editing: Stefano Sanchez
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Tony Gilroy Got Braver and Bolder for ‘Andor’ Season 2
23 april 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Chris and Andy talk about the first three episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2 and how the show’s world has gotten even more detailed in its second season (1:00). Then they are joined by creator Tony Gilroy to talk about whether or not the audience response to the first season affected how he wrote the second (21:21), the benefits of having a creative community while making the show (37:04), and bringing more conference rooms to the 'Star Wars' universe (51:41). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Tony Gilroy
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘The Last of Us’ Steps Into New Territory. Plus, ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ E3.
22 april 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Chris and Andy talk about last night’s momentous episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They discuss Mark Mylod becoming the go-to director for huge episodes of TV (02:14) and where the series will go from here (36:45). Then they break down the latest episode of ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ and talk about how the show’s closest comparison is increasingly becoming ‘Billions’ (48:26). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production: Marcelino Ortiz
Video Editing: Jon Jones
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TV Roundup: ‘Black Mirror,’ ‘Dope Thief,’ ‘Hacks,’ and ‘The Studio’
17 april 2025 · 1 uur 16 min
Chris and Andy talk about the trailers that were released this week for ‘Fantastic Four,’ ‘Thunderbolts,’ and ‘28 Years Later’ (1:00). Then they talk about whether or not ‘Black Mirror’ is too dark for this current moment (26:15), before running through some of the other shows they're currently watching, like ‘Dope Thief’ (37:41), ‘Hacks’ (51:52), ‘The Studio’ (1:01:25), and ‘Everybody’s Live’ (1:08:58). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Premiere and Lessons Learned From 'The Pitt'
14 april 2025 · 59 min
Chris and Andy talk about some lessons that TV executives could take away from the success of ‘The Pitt’ and why the show took off in such an organic way (8:50). Then they discuss some recent movie trailers that were released for ‘Mission Impossible—The Final Reckoning’ and ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ (27:51). Finally, they talk about the Season 2 premiere of ‘The Last of Us’ and the secret that a lot of this season seems to hinge on (32:12). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Senior Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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Noah Wyle on the Season Finale of ‘The Pitt’ and the Show’s Unexpected Success
11 april 2025 · 1 uur 30 min
Chris and Andy talk about the first episode of the new Jon Hamm show, ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ (12:48). Then they break down the season finale of ‘The Pitt’ and how this show hit the sweet spot between network and prestige TV (27:38) before they are joined by ‘Pitt’ star and executive producer Noah Wyle to talk about the making of Season 1 and honoring the medical community with the show (46:16). Lees meer
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Noah Wyle
Producer: Kaya McMullen
Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones
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