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How Cast Changes Affect A Show: Episode 103 Mar 13, 2017

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A major shakeup on "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" leads to Ben and Liz wondering not only how the show might proceed for future seasons, but reflecting on how the impact of past character departures for other shows.

Time Travel-Palooza: Episode 102 Mar 06, 2017

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It's the hot new craze sweeping broadcast television — but why? Liz and Ben consider the past, the present and the future to figure it out.

The On Screen Penis: The Last Taboo or A Power Play? Episode 101 Feb 27, 2017

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After watching the latest episode of "Girls," Liz and Ben dig into the power of on-screen male nudity. Shockingly, "The Leftovers" comes up.

What Is Very Good TV? We Ask Some Experts: Episode 100 Feb 20, 2017

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Ben and Liz celebrate one hundred episodes of podcasting with some cake, some rapping, and some special guests talking about the only thing that really matters these days: Great television.

Why is Sunday Night So Big for TV? Episode 99 Feb 13, 2017

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At this point, we've gotten used to so many big shows premiering on Sunday nights that we've taken it for granted. But why is it such a popular night for programming? Liz and Ben dig in.

The Power of the Post-Super Bowl Episode 98 Feb 06, 2017

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The tradition of the post-Super Bowl episode is one that goes back decades, but which episodes stick out in our memory? And was 24: LEGACY Fox's best use of the time slot?

How Much Do You Need to Know About A New Show? Episode 97 Jan 30, 2017

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We try to give you all the info you might want about upcoming TV shows — but how much do you really NEED in order to know if you want to watch something? Liz and Ben dig into it.

'The Young Pope,' And the Madness Behind the Memes: Episode 96 Jan 23, 2017

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HBO's latest bold experiment in storytelling is maybe one of the weirdest shows on television — by design. But does that weirdness (and the memes which revolve around it) help or hurt the show's perception in our eyes? Liz and Ben are joined by special guest Hanh Nguyen to discuss.

How 2017 Has Surprised Us So Far: Episode 95 Jan 16, 2017

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We're still busy getting the scoop on the best TV of 2017, a year which has brought us David Lynch answering our questions IN PERSON and Tom Hardy being one rad dude. And it's all revealed plenty of what to look forward to in the months to come.

Face to Face With Our Favorite TV People! Episode 94 Jan 09, 2017

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Liz and Ben, along with a whole bunch of other TV critics, are currently in Pasadena attending the TCA Winter Press Tour, aka "the death march with cocktails." Thus, with a drink in hand, they dish on what it's like to learn all about the next great shows directly from the creators and stars.

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