The Prestige TV Podcast

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'The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 5 Deep Dive and Theories: Sam Rockwell and the Best TV Monologues Ever Mar 19, 2025

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Jo and Rob react to the scene that’s been hailed the "highlight of the season" so far (4:06), the brotherly love at the Full Moon Party (7:49), and the most meme-able moments, including one just in time for March Madness (29:01). Plus, the viral cameo sparks debate of its place among the best TV monologues of all time (42:32).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Supervision: John Richter

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Netflix’s Hit One-Shot Show, ‘Adolescence’: The Surprise of the Year? Mar 19, 2025

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Jo and Rob are back for an emergency pod to discuss the hit Netflix show ‘Adolescence’ (3:15), Stephen Graham’s performance as the father of the accused boy (9:42), and the advantages and disadvantages of the one-shot concept of the episodes (14:33). Plus, the two get into the standout episode of the four-part series (35:07).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Production: John Richter

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 5: Broke or Brokenhearted … or Worse Mar 17, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal hit the dance floor to recap the fifth episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss the surprising arrival of an exciting guest star, the ongoing uncertainty of which characters are in the most danger, and Jaclyn’s steamy moment with the Russians (1:24). Along the way, they talk about whether or not Fabian has ulterior motives, as well as the shocking sequence between Saxon and Lochy (35:57). Later, they close with a handful of predictions (01:05:15).

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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, Episode 9: Who’s the Secret Eagan? Mar 14, 2025

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Before heading to the ominous Cold Harbor, Jo and Rob do a check-in on the opening credits (10:08), play a guessing game of “Who’s the secret Eagan?” (13:10), and run through each character’s arc in the episode (19:19). Plus, the best zinger of the episode (1:00:19) and payoffs or lack thereof so far (1:05:13).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Kai Grady

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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'The Pitt,' Ep. 7-11: What's Up With Dr. Langdon? Mar 14, 2025

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Rob and Joe are back at the busiest hospital in TV to speculate on what’s to come (21:17), follow the breadcrumbs to the big Dr. Langdon reveal (28:53), and take a look at the patient caseload so far (37:15). Plus, the return of flashbacks (53:31), and are there any ER cameos we’d like to see (58:14)?

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Video Production: Chris Thomas

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 4 Deep Dive and Theories: Rick’s Revenge in Bangkok Mar 12, 2025

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Jo and Rob ponder prosthetic penises and circumcisions, thanks to an email question (10:27); theories about Rick’s father issues in Bangkok (29:21); and the blond blob’s journey to find fun (42:16). Plus, a breakdown of characters' book choices (49:02), and Rob and Jo cast Tanya for an upcoming in-universe biopic on the doomed heiress played by Jennifer Coolidge (59:04).

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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 4: Final Destination Sh*t Mar 10, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal escape the karmic cycle to recap the fourth episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss their favorite story lines, another Gaitok fumble, and the major flaw of the episode (2:41). Along the way, they debate about a certain (potential) prosthetic and break down the scenes on the yacht (25:09). Later, they close with a handful of predictions (01:00:40).

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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, Episode 8: Cobel’s Chilly Origins Mar 07, 2025

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Jo and Rob find solace in the nine to recap the eighth episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They discuss Harmony Cobel’s highly anticipated return, an array of guest stars, and how the reveal of who originally designed the Severance program changes things (2:49). Along the way, they unpack a Dieter Eagan theory and briefly jump over to the literature corner (30:09). Later, Jo unboxes some Lumon swag as they revisit a handful of Cobel lines from previous episodes with the additional context of her dark past (44:41).

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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 3 Deep Dive and Theories: Trumpism in the Friend Group Mar 05, 2025

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Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney react to the unraveling of Tim Ratliff (6:29), Trump playing a role in this season (20:33), and Walton Goggins finally turning on the con man charm (29:36). Plus, some "nice guy" talk about Gaitok (38:53) and, with the inclusion of Parker Posey following Jennifer Coolidge, which Christopher Guest character actor do we want to see in Season 4 (50:16)?

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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 3: The Unraveling of Tim Ratliff Mar 03, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal turn in their phones to recap the third episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss their biggest takeaways, which characters are most likely to die at this point, and the ominous tsunami dream sequence (8:28). Along the way, they break down the nuanced bond between Jaclyn and Laurie and whether or not Saxon is actually a virgin (33:21). Later, they close with a handful of predictions (01:04:33).

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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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