

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Premiere With Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin
61 snips Feb 17, 2025
The trio heads to Thailand to revisit the darkly comedic world of ‘The White Lotus.’ They dig into the dynamic Ratliff family and unravel the intricacies of relationships among the characters. With humor and insight, they speculate on a major character reveal and weave catchy theories about what lies ahead. The conversation also touches on the unique filming challenges in Thailand compared to previous seasons, all while keeping an eye on the ominous themes of wealth and privilege underpinning this luxurious narrative.
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First In-Person Podcast
- Bill Simmons and Joanna Robinson record their first in-person podcast together.
- This is for the White Lotus season 3 premiere.
Character Groups
- The White Lotus season 3 premiere introduces various groups of characters.
- These include the Ratliff family, the "Fancy Cougars," the "strange couple," Melinda and Zion, and the resort staff.
The Ratliffs
- The Ratliff family, with Jason Isaacs and Parker Posey, makes a strong impression.
- Mallory Rubin especially enjoys Patrick Schwarzenegger's character, Saxon.