The Prestige TV Podcast

‘Hacks’ Season 3 and Why It’s the Best Comedy on TV

May 14, 2024

Joanna Robinson and Craig Horlbeck discuss the smart concept of 'Hacks' Season 3 and its comparison to an iconic HBO show. They share their favorite episode so far and talk about capturing stand-up comedy on screen. The hosts compare 'The Roast of Deborah Vance' to a Tom Brady roast and look ahead at the remaining season episodes.

46:07

Episode guests

Joanna Robinson

Craig Horlbeck

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Quick takeaways

The clever concept of 'Hacks' Season 3 makes it the best comedy on TV.

Capturing stand-up comedy on screen is challenging and requires unique approaches.

Comparing 'The Roast of Deborah Vance' to real-life roasts like Tom Brady's offers interesting insights.

Deep dives

The Launch of Ringer Movies YouTube Channel

Ringer Movies YouTube channel is announced, featuring The Big Picture and The Rewatchables episodes, live episodes, deep dives into movie history, and more movie-related content with various Ringer personalities.

Introduction

3min

Exploring Season 3 of 'Hacks'

3min

Evolution of Dynamic and Organic Plot Development in a Beloved TV Show

2min

Analyzing the Show's Potential Shift from Vegas to LA and Its Satirical Take on the Entertainment Industry

2min

Exploring the Comedic Elements and Societal Commentary in 'Hacks'

14min

Exploring the Success and Chemistry in 'Hacks'

4min

Exploring the Dynamic Duo: Ava and Deborah

18min

Analysis of Show Depth and Character Actions

2min

Joanna Robinson and Craig Horlbeck take center stage to roast each other and recap the first four episodes of ‘Hacks’ Season 3. They open by sharing their personal relationships with the Max comedy and discussing why it’s such a smart concept, before likening it to another iconic HBO show (4:18). Along the way, they reveal their favorite episode of the entire series (so far), and talk about what makes stand-up so difficult to capture on screen (11:14). Later, they compare and contrast “The Roast of Deborah Vance” to Netflix’s Tom Brady roast and look ahead at the remaining episodes of the season (30:36).

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Craig Horlbeck

Producer: Kai Grady

Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles

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The Prestige TV Podcast

‘Hacks’ Season 3 and Why It’s the Best Comedy on TV

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Launch of Ringer Movies YouTube Channel

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Discussion on TV Show 'Hacks'

Analysis of Comedy Within 'Hacks'

Anticipation for Future Episodes of 'Hacks'

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