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Mal is joined by Ben Lindbergh to break down the story lines, characters, and Easter eggs in the Season 2 premiere of ‘The Bad Batch’ (5:21). Then they talk about what they’re looking forward to seeing from the rest of the season (1:05:04). Later, they look ahead to other Star Wars–related content coming out this year (1:21:11).Host: Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Mal, Joanna, and a multitude of guests as they give you a list of recommendations to accompany all of the biggest releases of the year. If you enjoyed anything the Ringer-Verse covered this year, then you'll love these!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuests: Chris Ryan, Kim Renfro, Ben Lindbergh, Dave Gonzalez, Zach KramSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the year comes to a close, Mal and Jo look at their top 10 moments of 2022, and talk about their favorite shows, movies, and pieces of IP!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo and Mal are ready to head to Ferrix and break down the season finale of 'Andor!' They begin with Mon Mothma’s role in the episode (12:00) before discussing the use of water (57:00) and explaining why Maarva’s speech was so powerful (91:00). Finally they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to theorize about the post-credit scene and talk about loose ends for Season 2 (119:00).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna about the show, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghAssociate Producer: Mike WargonSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We don't want to be alone! So Jo and Mal are here to talk about the eleventh episode of 'Andor' (10:50). They also discuss the bizarre braid ritual in this episode and what Mon Mothma is facing in the lead-up to the season finale (50:20). Later they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to talk about all of their favorite 'Star Wars' creatures (98:26).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna about the show, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Joanna are finally back to talking about the MCU! Listen as they go to the depths of Talokan to discuss ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’ First, they activate the kimoyo beads by giving an opening snapshot of the film (5:02). Then, they go into the great mound for a deep dive into each character and story line (13:40). Later, they look ahead to the future of the MCU and talk about some heart-shaped Easter eggs you may have missed (2:32:23).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have made our pod a sunless place! But it is full of great discussion on the latest episode of 'Andor,' including some of the best 'Star Wars' content to ever exist! (09:55). Later, Ben Lindbergh joins to discuss some of the best speeches in 'Star Wars' history, and what makes a great speech (90:26). All before an illuminating chat with episode director Toby Haynes about this magnificent episode of television (02:07:31).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna about the show, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They want what you want! Jo and Mal jump back into the ISB and dive deep into the latest episode of 'Andor' (06:11). Later they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the twisted meeting between him and Dedra, then they take a look at what is going on with his character (38:04). Joanna also sits down with actor Andy Serkis to discuss the compelling character of Keno Loy (1:59:58).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna about the show, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Joanna return once again to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the latest episode of ‘Andor.’ But first, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to take a deeper look into Saw Gerrera, his character history, and how he interacts with the rest of the rebels (7:33). Then, they go for a deep dive into the episode, breaking down each character and storyline, while answering your questions (42:10).If you would like to email Mal and Joanna about the show, you can reach them at hobbitsanddragons@gmail.com.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Ben LindberghAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the stuff, Ringer-Verse! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson gather one last time to discuss their favorite moments of the first season of 'House of the Dragon' (05:22). They also share their final words and thank each other for a wonderful pod run (40:50). Then they have an in-depth chat with series director Greg Yaitanes to discuss the nuances of the first season (52:53). Later, they take a look at your emails in a non-book spoiler segment (93:10) before heading to the citadel library and looking into predicting what might happen in season two with all the book spoilers you can imagine (1:59:19).Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices