The Prestige TV Podcast

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‘Severance’ Season 2, Episode 7 With ‘Lost’ Cocreator Damon Lindelof Feb 28, 2025

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Jo and Rob go from door to door to recap the seventh episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They run through a handful of listener questions before discussing their interpretations of the lore-heavy episode, the grim nature of the testing floor, and whether or not Gemma decided to get severed (4:12). Along the way, they highlight what makes this the strongest episode of the show to date and Jessica Lee Gagné’s dazzling directorial debut (34:55). Later, Joanna is joined by ‘Lost’ cocreator and showrunner Damon Lindelof to talk about why he loves ‘Severance,’ his Season 2 theories, the challenge of mystery box shows, and much more (01:15:27).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Guest: Damon Lindelof

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 2 Deep Dive and Theories: The Incest Vibes Are High Feb 26, 2025

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Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney respond to some email theories (3:23) before analyzing the Ratliff family identity (17:13), a connection from Walton Goggins’s character to ‘King Lear’ (23:29), and the cracks beginning to show in the blond friend group (30:58). Plus, discussing a potential Russian connection to the hotel robbery (44:37), keeping an eye on the nice guy character, Gaitok (48:25), and talking about the strong incest vibes coming from the Ratliff kids (54:11).

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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 2: Who’s Behind the Hotel Robbery? Feb 24, 2025

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Bill, Jo, and Mal compare biometrics to recap the second episode of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3. They discuss their favorite moments, episode MVPs, and why Walton Goggins was the standout performer (1:51). Along the way, they break down the robbery sequence and Jason Isaacs’s questionable accent work (31:03). Later, they close with a handful of theories and predictions for what’s next (42:49).

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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 6: Burt’s Dark Secret Feb 21, 2025

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Jo and Rob eradicate their childish folly to recap the sixth episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They address a handful of burning listener questions before discussing how Helly reckons with the truth about Mark’s entanglement with Helena, their favorite scene, and Dr. Reghabi’s true intentions (4:45). Along the way, they theorize on the potential meaning behind Wintertide and unpack Milchick’s response to his less-than-glowing performance review (38:02). Later, they analyze the ominous dinner party between Burt, Irving, and Fields (44:11).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 1 Deep Dive and Theories Feb 19, 2025

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Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney kick off the deep dive with a breakdown of Parker Posey’s and Jason Isaacs’s Southern accents, the trio of blond friends, and impressions from the opening credits (4:33). Plus literary connections of characters (37:45), some Walton Goggins theories (44:16), and is a natural disaster on the horizon? (53:57)

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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 Premiere With Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Feb 17, 2025

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Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin head to Thailand to recap the Season 3 premiere of ‘The White Lotus.’ They discuss why the Ratliff family is a perfect set of travelers for this series, the intriguing dynamic between the trio of longtime friends, and what connects this season to the previous two (1:46). Along the way, they talk through a few early theories and the major character reveal toward the end of the episode (27:08). Later, they close with a handful of predictions for what’s next (01:00:18).

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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 5: Is the Real Helly R. Back? Feb 14, 2025

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Jo and Rob break down the theme of loneliness following the characters' return from the company ORTBO last week (7:56), the best fruit to carve out a head for a Lumon funeral (30:43), and Helena’s desire to return to the severed floor as herself and not Helly R. (52:10).

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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’ Midseason Check-In: The Best Medical Drama on TV Feb 10, 2025

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Jo and Rob head back to Pittsburgh to recap Episodes 3-6 of ‘The Pitt.’ They discuss how the Max series actually works better as a binge, Noah Wyle’s strong performance as the grizzled lead doctor, and why the emergency room is the perfect setting for a workplace drama (1:17). Along the way, they point out which medical staff member's story line they’re most invested in and which character they’re most conflicted by (19:50). Later, they talk through Dr. McKay’s problematic oversharing (35:25).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘Severance’ Season 2, Episode 4: The Lumon Work Retreat From Hell Feb 07, 2025

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Jo and Rob go on an ORTBO to recap the fourth episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They discuss why this was such a thrilling episode, Irving’s emotional sacrifice, and one refiner’s identity crisis finally coming to a head (3:35). Along the way, they talk through the biblical imagery present throughout the start of the season and Helena’s most obvious tell (24:20). Later, they break down the final sequence involving Milchick’s removal of the Glasgow Block (51:26).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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‘Severance’ Season 2, Episode 3: The Baby Goats Are Back Jan 31, 2025

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Jo and Rob hand out missing posters to recap the third episode of ‘Severance’ Season 2. They discuss the highly anticipated return of the goats, the degree of difficulty that accompanies a theory show like this, and what truly differentiates the innies from the outies (2:17). Along the way, they talk about Irving’s growing suspicions and Gwendoline Christie’s introduction as one of the leaders of the goat collective (25:55). Later, they break down the potential ramifications of Mark’s reintegration (60:26).

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Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney

Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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