The Prestige TV Podcast

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Finale: Fatal Attraction Apr 07, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal pack their bags to recap the Season 3 finale of ‘The White Lotus.’ They discuss their instant reactions to the final episode, a few puzzling loose ends, and whether it stuck the landing (1:00). Along the way, they break down Carrie Coon’s scene-stealing monologue and debate which actor is the most deserving of an Emmy (26:03). They close by reflecting on the season as a whole and looking ahead to the show’s future (49:44).

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Hosts: Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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'The Pitt’ Episode 14: A Breakdown of Dr. Robby’s Breakdown Apr 04, 2025

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Jo and Rob react to Dr. Robby’s moment (7:08) and question how much grace Dr. Langdon deserves (16:38)? Then, Part 1 of the PittFest investigative series: "What’s That Hippie Doing There?” (28:16), and the new anti-vax measles case (39:58). Finally, Part 2 of the PittFest series: "What Band Brought This Audience Together?” (45:38)

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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'The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 7 Deep Dive and Theories: Bad Con Artists Apr 02, 2025

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Jo and Rob discuss the very penultimate-y episode and the feeling of wanting more (3:03), the Duke T-shirt controversy (17:05), and an Emmy check-in (19:07), before Rockwell and Goggins’s disappointing con job sparks a list of their favorite con artist movies (31:27). Plus, judging the judgmental friend group (56:56), and will there be any consequences for Tim Ratliff (1:04:53)?

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: Chris Thomas

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 7: Calm Before the Storm Mar 31, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal attend the fight to recap the seventh episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss whether Saxon will experience a spiritual breakthrough, which characters would be the best (and worst) hang, and season-long nitpicks (2:31). Along the way, they talk about Greg’s true intentions and Rick’s terrible con (30:10). Later, they close with a handful of predictions for the season finale (01:06:53).

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Hosts: Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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'The Pitt’ Episodes 12 and 13: Dr. Robby’s Personal PittFest Crisis Mar 28, 2025

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Jo and Rob discuss how the old-school model of ‘The Pitt’ has paid off in drawing audiences in (2:16), the new faces called into work after PittFest (23:20), and Dr. Robby’s powerful scene with his son, Jake (51:07). Plus, Jo lays out some 'ER' Easter eggs (1:00:44).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The Studio’ Series Premiere: What Seth Rogen’s Hollywood Satire Gets Right (And Wrong) Mar 26, 2025

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Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Sean Fennessey visit set to recap the two-episode series premiere of ‘The Studio,’ the Apple TV+ comedy starring Seth Rogen. They discuss whether or not the satire will land with mainstream audiences, why the Matt Remick character is so fascinating, and the frenetic energy of its filmmaking style (1:35). Along the way, they highlight Seth Rogen’s strong performance and debate what the show is trying to criticize about Hollywood (16:30). Later, they talk through how the show might calibrate its many celebrity cameos throughout the season (45:15).

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Hosts: Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Sean Fennessey

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 6 Deep Dive and Theories: Can Saxon Reach Spiritual Enlightenment? Mar 26, 2025

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Jo and Rob dive deep into the sixth episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss which characters are in the most trouble (4:06), how the show is leaning heavily into Buddhist ideals (12:18), Lochy’s true intentions (34:11), Rick’s sloppy con setup, and much more (39:39).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘Severance’ Season 2 Finale Mailbag. Plus, an Interview With Series Creator Dan Erickson. Mar 24, 2025

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Jo and Rob are first joined by series creator Dan Erickson to talk about Helly’s decision to chase after Mark, Mr. Milchick’s complicated relationship with Lumon, his favorite theory, what a pineapple signifies in the world of ‘Severance,’ and much more (4:36). Later, they open up the mailbag to answer burning (listener) questions about the Season 2 finale (26:52).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Guest: Dan Erickson

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 6: About Last Night Mar 24, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal reckon with the truth to recap the sixth episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss Lochy and Saxon’s handsy encounter, the most depraved HBO moments over the years, and other big takeaways (2:09). Along the way, they talk about the show’s many Emmy-worthy performances (41:19). Later, they close with a handful of predictions and their current death rankings (01:07:38).

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Hosts: Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘Severance’ Season 2 Finale: See You at the Equator Mar 21, 2025

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Jo and Rob head down the black hallway to recap the ‘Severance’ Season 2 finale. They discuss their instant reactions to the final episode of the season, which characters were missed the most, and Mark’s complicated relationship with his innie (4:13). Along the way, they unpack the emotional scene between Mark and Helly R. in the cubicle and that new, expansive Lumon painting (38:08). Later, they break down the closing sequence of Mark, Gemma, and Helly (59:36).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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