Actor Cosmo Jarvis discusses the pivotal sacrifice of his character Blackthorn in the series finale, showcasing complex relationships and internal struggles. The podcast also explores the decline of Portuguese influence in Japan, the Edo period's transformation, and future aspirations for cultural exchange post-Shogun production.

Rachel Kondo, Cosmo Jarvis, Eriko Miyagawa, and Johnathan Van Tulleken discuss character name changes, Ishido as a sympathetic villain, Blackthorne's perspective, and intricate relationships in FX's Shōgun. They explore script translation, political tensions, language nuances, and off-screen relationships in filming.

Cosmo Jarvis and Minnie Driver are discussed in this episode, along with topics like CMT Awards, Shogun, feud rumors, and potential connections between Luca Guadagnino and Vinny Guadagnino.