Chris and Andy discuss the success of âShogun,â then dig into the latest news, including Tina Fey and Steve Carell teaming up for a new Netflix comedy series, as well as the latest casting news for the new âOfficeâ spinoff (04:45). Then, they discuss Episode 2 of âThe Sympathizerâ and whether the show's flair is both a benefit and detriment (27:47). They end with a recap of âTop Chefâ Episode 6 and decide if the show is delivering an undercooked product (50:13).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producers: Eduardo Ocampo and Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy do a quick culture catch-up, featuring Sundayâs surprise âBlueyâ episode, "Surprise!," and Taylor Swiftâs new double album, before getting into their unfiltered thoughts on the âShogunâ finale (9:30). Then, they speak with âShogunâ creators Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks about how they approached writing the show, casting Cosmo Jarvis, the finale, and more (25:40).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guests: Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks
Producers: Sasha Ashall and Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Apple TV will be making a âFor All Mankindâ spinoff called âStar City,â and adapting another one of Mick Herronâs novels (author of âSlow Horsesâ) for a show starring Emma Thompson (1:00). Then, they talk about an article in Harperâs that looks at the role private equity firms have played in the TV industry over the past decade (13:38), before discussing the penultimate episode of âShogunâ (29:07) and episodes 4 and 5 of âRipleyâ (59:09).
Read the Harperâs piece here.
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about some of the things they watched over the weekend, including a supersized episode of âBlueyâ (1:00) and 'Saturday Night Live' hosted by Ryan Gosling (15:51). Then, they talk about the first episode of âThe Sympathizerâ and whether shows are helped or hurt by having a famous director like Park Chan-wook direct the first few episodes (22:16). Finally, they discuss âFalloutâ and where it ranks among other video game adaptations, such as âThe Last of Usâ (42:12).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about some news from the week, including the trailer for âJoker: Folie Ă Deuxâ and the announcement that the John le CarrĂ© adaptation âThe Night Managerâ will be returning for two more seasons (1:00). Then they talk about the latest episode of âShogunâ (16:49) and Episode 3 of âRipleyâ (41:14) before discussing how they are liking this season of âTop Chefâ so far (53:04).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about the series finale of âCurb Your Enthusiasmâ and how the show has evolved over its 12-season run (1:00). Then, they talk about the first two episodes of âRipleyâ and how it may be the best thing on Netflix since âMindhunterâ (15:06). Finally, they get into the first two episodes of the Colin Farrell show âSugarâ and how itâs hard to judge the show when they know an extreme twist is coming (41:53).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Julia Garner was cast as a version of Silver Surfer in the upcoming âFantastic Fourâ movie (1:00) and give some love to the second season of âTokyo Viceâ (10:46). Then they break down the seventh episode of âShogunâ and talk about how the showâs long production road helped deepen the characters (17:18). Finally, they talk about Episodes 6-8 of â3 Body Problemâ and whether there will be a second season of the show (36:18).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris is joined by Ringer-Verse host Charles Holmes to talk about the new animated series âX-Men â97â and how itâs the latest installment in what has become the genre of ânostalgiaâ television (1:00). Then, they talk about the first few episodes of the âJerrod Carmichael Reality Show,â how much ârealityâ there is in this reality TV show (37:14), and where this show fits in with the evolving idea of what a standup comic does (54:50).
Host: Chris Ryan
Guest: Charles Holmes
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy break down the sixth episode of 'Shogun,' talking about their favorite moments from this episode and Anna Sawai's standout performance (1:00). Then, Chris is joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes, host of The Ringer's 'Counter Pressed,' to talk about British TV-watching habits, including the popularity of 'The Traitors' U.K. (27:17) and what American shows have crossed over to become popular in England this year (44:42).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Guest: Flo Lloyd-Hughes
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about news that âEuphoriaâ Season 3 has been delayed indefinitely, and get into whether or not the show will ever come back (1:00). Then, they discuss the first five episodes of â3 Body Problem,â touching on how Benioff and Weiss are at their best when working from a source material (15:43) and how the show manages to make dense sci-fi material feel light and fast-paced (34:32).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Chris and Andy talk about the trailers for years-in-the-making âStar Warsâ show âThe Acolyteâ (1:00) and the second season of âHouse of the Dragonâ (11:41). Then they talk about the first episode of â3 Body Problemâ and how Benioff and Weiss manage to speed through plot in a way that hurt the end of âGame of Thrones,â but is beneficial here (17:03). Finally, they discuss the fifth episode of âShogunâ (29:27) and the premiere of âTop Chefâ Season 21, which marks a new era with Kristen Kish as the host (49:36).
Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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