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Do TV Shows Need More Entry Points? Oct 17, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy discuss whether TV shows need more entry points, using their complicated feelings about ‘The Penguin’ as an example (02:21). Then, they talk about the Season 1 finale of ‘The English Teacher’ (28:45). Plus, Chris tells Andy about ‘Tell Me Lies’ (35:12) and discusses how it compares to shows like ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ Finally, they talk about the upcoming ‘Superman’ movie, the English adaptation of ‘The Bureau,’ and the Netflix original ‘Black Doves’ (50:18).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producers: Devon Baroldi and Olivia Crerie

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‘Disclaimer’ Feels Like the Prestige TV of Five Years Ago. Plus, Timothy Simons on ‘Nobody Wants This.’ Oct 14, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy talk about ‘Rebel Ridge,’ a movie that was released recently on Netflix that they both enjoyed (1:00), and ‘Disclaimer,’ the new Apple TV+ series from acclaimed director Alfonso Cuarón and starring Cate Blanchett (18:07). Then they are joined by Timothy Simons to talk about his role on ‘Nobody Wants This’ (36:15) and the benefits of making such an L.A.-centered show (49:17).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Timothy Simons

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The 'Slow Horses' Season 4 Finale and 'The Franchise' Lacks Teeth Oct 10, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy hit on some news from the week including the trailer for the Bob Dylan biopic 'A Complete Unknown' and Christopher Nolan eyeing Matt Damon to star in his next movie (1:00). Then they talk about the season finale of 'Slow Horses' and why they felt more lukewarm on this season compared to past ones (12:23), before talking about the premiere of the latest Armando Iannucci comedy 'The Franchise' and how it may have worked better as a workplace drama (33:03).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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'Nobody Wants This' and What Makes a TV Show a True Rom-Com. Plus, an 'Industry' Hangover Mailbag. Oct 03, 2024

Show notes

Chris talks about his experience at the Pavement reunion concert this week, which happened in honor of the documentary about them that premiered at the New York Film Festival (1:00). Then he and Andy talk about the new rom-com series 'Nobody Wants This,' starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody (18:50). Later, they answer a few mailbag questions about the third season of 'Industry' and what might be in store for the fourth (38:00).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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'Industry' Creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down on That Wild Season Finale Sep 30, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy break down the finale of 'Industry' and talk about where we end up finding each of the characters after a season of drugs, gambling, and insider trading (1:00). Then they are joined by creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down to talk about why they try to write toward fear with this show (34:44), their experience directing the last two episodes (47:33), and the way class ended up playing a bigger role than money this season (54:24).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guests: Konrad Kay and Mickey Down

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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'The Last of Us' S2 Trailer, 'How to Die Alone,' and Brian Jordan Alvarez on the Making of 'English Teacher' Sep 26, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for 'The Last of Us' Season 2 that was released this week (1:00), the new Natasha Rothwell comedy 'How to Die Alone' (23:07), and the latest episode of 'Slow Horses' (37:44). Then they are joined by Brian Jordan Alvarez to talk about the making of his series 'English Teacher' and how veteran comedy TV writer Paul Simms helped him bring it to the screen (49:32).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Brian Jordan Alvarez

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Ken Leung on 'Industry' S3E7 and His Character's Moral Descent. Plus, 'The Penguin' Waddles. Sep 23, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy talk about the first episode of 'The Penguin,' which, despite its star power and high production value, unfortunately feels like another IP slog (1:00). Then they break down 'Industry' S3E7 and discuss whether the show's ultimate question is if any of the characters will be willing or able to break free (26:57). They are then joined by Ken Leung to talk about Eric's betrayal of Adler in this episode and the discoveries he makes as an actor while working on the show (52:25).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Ken Leung

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Is ‘Agatha All Along’ What Marvel TV Was Always Supposed to Be? Plus, ‘Slow Horses’ S4E3. Sep 19, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy talk about the news that Nicole Kidman will be starring in yet another series for Amazon and why she seems to be so prevalent in prestige TV right now (1:00). Then they talk about the first two episodes of ‘Agatha All Along’ and how the campiness and lightness of the show is what Marvel television needs right now (13:49). Finally, they recap the latest episode of ‘Slow Horses’ (37:07).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Big Winners and Losers of the 2024 Emmys. Plus, ‘Industry’ S3E6. Sep 16, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy recap last night's Emmys ceremony, discussing how they felt about the overall broadcast itself (1:00) and whether or not it really matters whether ‘The Bear’ runs in the comedy category (16:28). Then they break down the latest episode of ‘Industry,’ talking about Harper and Yasmin’s face-off and Eric’s continued downward spiral (40:18).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Diminishing Returns of Big Budget TV Adaptations, ‘Slow Horses’ S4E2, and Jeremy Bolm of Touché Amoré Sep 12, 2024

Show notes

Chris and Andy talk about some entertainment news from the week, including a New York Times article that revealed more details about the power struggle between Bob Iger and Bob Chapek at Disney (1:00) and a Hollywood Reporter article that asked whether or not big-budget adaptations like ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Rings of Power’ will ever be able to fully satisfy fans (22:03). Then they recap this week’s episode of ‘Slow Horses’ (33:25), before Chris is joined by Touché Amoré’s Jeremy Bolm to talk about the making of the band’s forthcoming album, ‘Spiral in a Straight Line’ (44:05).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Jeremy Bolm

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Read the Hollywood Reporter article here.

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