
Still Watching
Join Vanity Fair's Richard Lawson, Chris Murphy, and Hillary Busis as they recap and analyze the most exciting series on TV and streaming, and get the inside story on how they came together through interviews with television stars and creators. Get in touch, email us at stillwatching@vanityfair.com.
Latest episodes

Nov 16, 2023 • 36min
The Crown Season Six Episode 1: How Did Diana Really Feel About the Press?
VF royal correspondent Katie Nicholls stops by Still Watching to discuss episode one of The Crown season six part one, Diana's fractured relationship with the royal family, and watching William and Harry grow up.
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Nov 10, 2023 • 6min
Can The Crown Stick the Landing?
Next up on Still Watching, we'll be tackling the final season of The Crown, Netflix's sumptuous series about the British royal family. But what have we thought of the series so far, and what are we hoping to see from its last run of episodes? Here, Richard, Chris, and Hillary break it all down, and explain how Still Watching’s Crown episodes will be rolling out.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 42min
Inside Vanity Fair’s Real Housewives Story
Contributor Anna Peele spent months speaking to ‘Real Housewives’ cast members, crew, and people on set to understand the dynamics on and off screen. Here, she takes Chris and Hillary through her explosive story and the history of the Bravoverse.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 38min
What Makes a Perfect Drama Episode?
Richard, Chris, and Hillary discuss their favorite TV drama episodes of the past 25 years—from a left-field Sopranos choice to a soapy network favorite to what might be the quarter-century's undisputed best episode ever.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 42min
What Makes a Perfect Comedy Episode?
In this week's episode, Hillary, Chris, and Richard discuss what qualities make a sitcom episode "perfect," and then present their choices for the best half-hours of the last 25 years.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 29min
For The Morning Show, “Whatever Is Juiciest Is the Answer”
On a special bonus episode of Still Watching, executive producer Michael Ellenberg and consulting producer Brian Stelter dish on the headlines that inspired season three and why “morning shows might be the last man standing” in broadcast TV.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 31min
Sex Education's Final Season Ends with a Bang
On a bonus episode of Still Watching, executive producer Jamie Campbell chats with VF about the demolition of Moordale, introducing Dan Levy, and saying goodbye to Sex Education.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 28min
How The Other Black Girl Executive Producers Turned the Office into a Horror Story
Jordan Reddout and Gus Hickey, co-executive producers on Hulu's The Other Black Girl, chat about adapting the novel into a TV series and the challenges they faced. They explore sacrifices and perspectives in corporate America, discuss transformative experiences and representation in Patagonia, and share their favorite scenes. They express hope for a second season and call for listener feedback.

Sep 7, 2023 • 34min
Introducing: Tiny Huge Decisions
We have a special episode for you today. We're sharing an episode of the new podcast from APM Studios and Chalk & Blade called Tiny Huge Decisions. This is a story about two best friends, Mohsin and Dalia, as they make a life-changing decision: will she be the gestational surrogate for Mohsin and his husband? It’s emotional, intimate, and more than a little complicated. Here is episode 1! Subscribe to Tiny Huge Decisions now to catch each new episode.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 42min
And Just Like That Season 2 - Interview with Michael Patrick King
It looks like it won't be Carrie Bradshaw's last supper after all. On the heels of the news that And Just Like That was renewed by MAX for a third season, Still Watching wraps up its season with a bonus episode featuring an interview with writer, executive producer, and director Michael Patrick King. A fan of the podcast, King has a lively chat with host Chris Murphy about directing the season finale, the return of Samantha Jones, the fan response to Che Diaz, and what might be in store for season three.
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