From playlists to 'Severance' to 'Thunderbolts*' to D&D, the 'House of R' mailbag is here. Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about the content you love!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to hop into the conversation pit as Mal and Jo break down the things they loved about the first trailer for 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' (09:49).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dance with her! And dance with Mal and Jo as they revisit the sci-fi classic 'Ex Machina' on its anniversary! They hand out awards and praise for the film that gave us hot robots, existential dread, and perhaps a touch of murder.Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The showrunners and directors behind 'Agatha All Along' (Jac Schaeffer), 'House of the Dragon' (Ryan Condal), 'Rings of Power' (Patrick McKay), and 'The Penguin' (Craig Zobel) join Jo and Mal to share their recommendations on what shows, films, and books to explore now if you're missing four of the TV shows that we loved best in 2024.Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Jac Schaeffer, Ryan Condal, Patrick McKay, and Craig ZobelSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped films, TV, and everything in between of 2025! Sean Fennessey and Ben Lindbergh also join in to add to the annual chaos that is picking from the best the new year has to offer (26:01).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Ben Lindbergh and Sean FennesseySenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the thrilling finale of 'Skeleton Crew' as hosts dissect emotional character arcs and dramatic moments. They explore Jod’s transformation and the relationships influencing the storyline. Nostalgia and conflict in a perilous galaxy provoke thought, while themes of morality and the role of droids are examined. The conversation also teases future content, showcasing their excitement for community engagement and in-person recordings. Expect laughter, critique, and a reflection on the season’s emotional depth, paving the way for future narratives.

The hosts kick off the holiday spirit with a fun gift swap, diving into 'Interview With the Vampire' and 'Landman.' They passionately discuss character dynamics and themes of morality within the vampire lore. Humor shines as they explore quirky moments from 'Landman,' like outrageous character interactions and product placements. The conversation teases the cultural implications of both shows, making connections that highlight storytelling intricacies and shared viewing experiences. Expect laughter, insights, and a touch of chaos!

Just imagine a place where you could hear a patented Deep Dive on not one, but TWO episodes of 'Skeleton Crew!' That’s right—'House of R' is back in 2025, as Mal and Jo join with the shanty-singing Jod, KB, Neel, and the rest of the Skeleton Crew to discuss the two latest episodes of the hit 'Star Wars' series! After a rollicking Opening Snapshot going over first impressions (09:21), Mal and Jo dive deep on both episodes (21:59), with more than a couple sprinklings of Theory Corner to boot!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: John Richter and Mike WargonVideo Editor: Cameron DinwiddieAdditional Production: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back on their final pod of the year to count down and relive their top magical storytelling moments of 2024!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: John Richter and Steve AhlmanVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezAdditional Production: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mallory and Joanna dive into the final moments of 'Dune: Prophecy,' dissecting the emotional dynamics and unresolved arcs of key characters. They weigh the winners and losers of the season, reflecting on its highs and lows with a critical eye. The discussion shifts to storytelling limitations in the Dune universe, urging for a broader exploration of its rich lore. With humor, they make predictions about upcoming films and revisit the narrative challenges faced by adaptations. Listeners are left with a blend of nostalgia and anticipation for what's next.