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The Top Ten TV Shows of 2022 Dec 09, 2022

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Chris and Andy are joined by Sam Esmail to talk about their top ten favorite TV shows in 2022. They first talk about the state of television and how the medium is evolving (1:00), before talking about shows like ‘Atlanta,’ ‘Reservation Dogs,’ ‘House of the Dragon,’ ‘The Bear,’ and many more (22:52).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Sam Esmail

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Penultimate Episode of ‘White Lotus’ S2 and the Premiere of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 2 Dec 05, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that the combined streaming service for HBO Max and Discovery+ might just be called “Max” (1:00). Then they talk about the penultimate episode of ‘White Lotus’ Season 2 and how it’s fine that we’re not any closer to knowing who will be murdered (12:46), before talking about the premiere of the second season of ‘Slow Horses’ (42:06).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The New Indiana Jones Trailer, 'Fleishman Is in Trouble,' and '1899' Dec 02, 2022

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Chris and Andy hit on some news and notes, like the new Indiana Jones movie trailer dropping, 'Mandalorian' Season 3 getting a premiere date, and Ben Affleck and Matt Damon starting a production company (1:00). Then, they talk about the latest episode of 'Fleishman Is in Trouble' (30:15) before talking about the first two episodes of '1899' (40:58).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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What 'Strange World' and 'Glass Onion' Can Tell Us About the Goals of Streaming Companies Right Now. Plus, 'The White Lotus' S2E5. Nov 29, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the Disney movie 'Strange World' bombing at the box office and Netflix's decision to put 'Glass Onion' in theaters for just one week, and what these two things can tell us about the strategies of streaming companies right now (1:00). Then they talk briefly about the trailer for the new Taylor Sheridan series '1923' (34:38), before talking about the latest episode of 'The White Lotus' (39:20).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Season Finale of 'Andor' With Creator Tony Gilroy Nov 23, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the season finale of 'Andor' and the beauty of the show culminating at the Ferrix funeral (1:00). Then, Chris is joined for the third time by creator Tony Gilroy to talk about the making of the finale (28:15) and what could be coming in Season 2 (47:06).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Tony Gilroy

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Bob Shakeup at Disney, Plus ‘Fleishman Is In Trouble’ and ‘The White Lotus’ Nov 22, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the major news that Bob Chapek is out as the CEO of Disney and that former CEO Bob Iger will be coming back to take his place (1:00). Then, they talk about the first few episodes of the new Hulu show ‘Fleishman Is In Trouble’ (30:03) before talking about the latest episode of ‘The White Lotus’ (44:32).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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'Andor' Episode 11, Plus 'Bluey' Creator Joe Brumm! Nov 17, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the penultimate episode of 'Andor,' and what they could possibly be building up to for the finale (1:00). Then, Andy is joined by Joe Brumm, the creator of the animated series 'Bluey,' to talk about what makes the show so special (30:29) and how he manages to write every episode (49:24).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Joe Brumm

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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‘Atlanta’ Showed Us What Is Possible With TV. Plus, ‘The White Lotus’ S2E3 Nov 14, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Disney will be airing the first two episodes of ‘Andor’ on ABC and what this move could mean for Disney+ (1:00). Then they talk about the finale of ‘Atlanta’ and how over the years the series has showed audiences how to watch it (14:32). Then they talk about the latest episode of ‘The White Lotus’ (37:11).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Tony Gilroy Returns to Talk 'Andor' Episode 10 Nov 09, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk briefly about this latest episode of 'Andor' and the way the previous episodes have built up to the prison break (1:00). Then, they are joined for a second time by 'Andor' creator Tony Gilroy to talk about how he conceptualized the prison (19:30), and how he tries to put his actors in the best positions to succeed (39:07).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Tony Gilroy

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Are We Headed for a Prestige TV Slump? Plus, ‘White Lotus’ S2E2 Nov 07, 2022

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Chris and Andy talk about some of the signs that we may be heading from a surplus of prestige TV shows to a lack of them (1:00). Then they talk about the latest episode of ‘The White Lotus’ and Mike White’s very specific vision for Season 2 (23:00), before taking a moment to remember Mimi Parker of the band Low, who passed away over the weekend (42:02).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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