The Watch ‘I Love LA’ Feels Like a Textbook HBO Comedy. Plus, ‘The Lowdown’ Finale.
Nov 5, 2025
Chris and Andy dive into Rachel Sennott’s new HBO series, 'I Love LA,' praising its authentic take on life in Los Angeles and its vibrant character dynamics. They dissect the show’s ability to capture the city’s unique social rituals and cultural quirks. Transitioning to the finale of 'The Lowdown,' they applaud its emotional depth and character complexity, celebrating how it resolves intricate plotlines without resorting to cliché villainy. The discussion leaves listeners eager for future seasons and more nuanced storytelling.
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First Marmite Toast Experience
- Andy Greenwald described being served two different Marmite-toasted slices by colleagues while working in London.
- He watched polite English coworkers observe him taste both versions and found the experience performative and memorable.
Canal Boat Diaries Obsession
- Andy described Canal Boat Diaries, a show where a man pilots a skinny boat and repeatedly encounters minor travel hassles like locks and markets.
- The series consists of drone shots, selfie-style narration, and frequent stops to buy spicy curry ingredients.
Why People Still Move To L.A.
- Chris Ryan said I Love LA explores why people still move to Los Angeles and how the entertainment industry now includes influencers and brand deals.
- The pilot frames Rachel Sennott's character as a New Yorker arriving to manage talent in a broadened, social-media driven industry.
