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The ‘Squid Game’ Phenomenon, ‘Foundation,’ and a Conversation With ‘Reservation Dogs’ Creator Sterlin Harjo Sep 28, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about the word-of-mouth phenomenon ‘Squid Game’ and how it shows that Netflix still has the power to launch shows (4:00). Then they talk about the heavy-sci-fi world being created in ‘Foundation’ (20:48) and the trailers for ‘Sandman’ and ‘Licorice Pizza’ (33:06) before speaking with ‘Reservation Dogs’ creator Sterlin Harjo (46:11).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Sterlin Harjo

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The ‘Reservation Dogs’ Finale, ‘Top Chef’ News, and an Interview With ‘Midnight Mass’ Creators Mike Flanagan and Trevor Macy Sep 23, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about the potential IATSE strike and how it might affect the production industry (1:00), the news that ‘Top Chef’ will be heading to Houston next (12:03), and the finale of ‘Reservation Dogs’ (27:10). Then Chris is joined by the creators of ‘Midnight Mass,’ Mike Flanagan and Trevor Macy, to talk about the new show (43:01).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guests: Mike Flanagan and Trevor Macy

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Reacting to the 73rd Emmys, TV’s Most Important Night (?) Sep 20, 2021

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Chris and Andy break down Sunday night’s Emmy awards. They talk about the show itself (1:22), Netflix picking up several awards for ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ and ‘The Crown' (20:56), ‘Ted Lasso’ sweeping the comedy categories, and the ongoing battle between drama and “limited” series (36:39).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Is ‘Reservation Dogs’ the Best Show of the Year? Plus, Paramount Shake-up and Emmys Preview. Sep 16, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about Jim Gianopulos’s exit from Paramount and the struggles the studio has faced in getting Paramount+ off the ground (3:04). Then they briefly preview the Emmys (21:50) before talking about one of their favorite shows of the year so far, ‘Reservation Dogs’ (28:56). Plus, the joy of ‘Feel Good’ on Netflix (42:42).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The ‘Hawkeye’ Trailer, ‘Y: The Last Man,’ and a Conversation With Lindsey Buckingham Sep 13, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Hawkeye’ trailer that was just dropped and what we can expect from the new Marvel series (4:45). Then they discuss the first couple of episodes of the comic book adaptation ‘Y: The Last Man’ (17:14) before Andy is joined by Lindsey Buckingham to discuss his new solo album and more (36:06).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Lindsey Buckingham

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Remembering Micheal K. Williams, the ‘Matrix Resurrections' Trailer, and the Problems With ‘Impeachment: American Crime Story’ Sep 09, 2021

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Michael K. Williams passed away on Monday. Chris and Andy reflect on his iconic roles in ‘The Wire’ and ‘The Night Of’ (1:00). Then they talk about the ‘Matrix Resurrections’ trailer (10:40) before getting into some of the problems they have with ‘Impeachment: American Crime Story’ (25:44).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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‘Mayor of Kingstown’ Trailer, ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ and Brandon Flowers and Ronnie Vannucci of The Killers Sep 02, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about the trailers that just came out for Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ and the new sci-fi show ‘The Wheel of Time’ (4:43). Then they talk about the first few episodes of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ (23:19) before Andy is joined by The Killers members Brandon Flowers and Ronnie Vannucci (32:30).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guests: Brandon Flowers and Ronnie Vannucci

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Netflix “Saves” ‘Manifest.’ Plus, ‘Stillwater’ and ‘100 Foot Wave’ Aug 31, 2021

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Netflix is bringing back the NBC drama ‘Manifest’ for its fourth and final season after it found new life on the streaming service. Chris and Andy talk about why Netflix is putting in time and money to bring back the show (9:22). Plus, Matt Damon’s new movie ‘Stillwater’ (23:20) and love for ‘100 Foot Wave’ (45:37).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Breaking Down the ‘Spiderman: No Way Home’ Trailer. Plus, Lauren Mayberry of Chvrches on Their New Album Aug 26, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk briefly about the new HBO documentary series ‘100 Foot Wave’ (1:18) before getting into the ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ trailer that was released this week (15:09). Then Andy is joined by Lauren Mayberry of Chvrches to talk about the process behind creating the band’s new album, ‘Screen Violence’ (33:05).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Lauren Mayberry

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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An October Premier for ‘Succession’ and More Fall TV Previews. Plus, Thoughts on ‘The Chair’ Aug 24, 2021

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that ‘Succession’ will be back in October for its third season (14:02) before previewing some other fall tv they’re excited for like ‘The Morning Show’ and ‘Scenes From a Marriage’ (23:19). Then they talk about Netflix’s new series ‘The Chair’ which stars Sandra Oh as the chair of an English department (30:15).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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