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The Prestige TV Podcast is your home for instant reactions, deep dives, creator interviews, and Hall of Fame retrospectives on the best television around. Join a rotating cast of Ringer personalities including Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, Rob Mahoney, Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan, and more as they break down the shows you're binging and the ones you're waiting to drop every week. Subscribe to The Prestige TV Podcast, check back weekly for our breakdowns, and most importantly, keep watching.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 1h 13min
‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episode 6: Nurse Week
Jo and Rob dig into Nurse Week and whether the nurse-centric beats feel earned or repetitive. They debate a confusing betting-pool plot and unpack Louis' emotional arc. Workplace fridge rules and LaCroix taste-testing provide comic relief. Santos' burnout, an AI charting mistake, and motorcycle trauma get serious attention while pending character threads promise more turmoil.

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Feb 7, 2026 • 1h 16min
‘Industry’ S4E5: Golightly to Ghana
Jodi Walker, television critic known for sharp episode analysis and fashion takes. They unpack Harper’s survival storytelling, Eric as a cautionary figure, Sweet Pea’s drive and reclamation, Kwabana’s charm and friction, and the Ghana set pieces and cultural tensions. Fashion commentary and the Billy Idol reference get playful spins.

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Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 19min
‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episode 5: “BABY JANE DOE!”
They break down a tense MRSA scare and a possible necrotizing infection case. They parse Dr. Al-Hashimi’s hardline leadership and Dr. Mohan’s family moments. Romance and messy relationships come up around Robbie and Noelle. They debate whether a mass-casualty event is coming and fret over Louie’s collapse and the department fallout.

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Feb 3, 2026 • 1h 19min
‘Industry’ S4E4: Daddy, Drugs, and Drama
Jodi Walker, writer and TV critic who brings UK cultural context, reacts to Season 4, Episode 4 with sharp character analysis. They unpack daddy energy, cult-like leadership, and a coke-fueled breakdown. Conversations hit corporate espionage and a tense elevator confrontation. Music choices and Hitchcockian suspense also get a stylish nod.

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Jan 30, 2026 • 1h 3min
‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episode 4: Friends With Farm Benefits
They recap a tense hospital hour filled with rookie mistakes, MRSA scares, and a sobering look at insurance barriers. They unpack Langdon’s road to recovery, a surprising medical reveal, and awkward romance beats like the ‘farm benefits’ subplot. There is also a wild parkour injury, a comic minotaur romance detour, and moments of bedside heroism and staff humiliation.

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Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 9min
‘Industry’ Season 4, Episode 3: Watching the Sausage Get Made
They dig into a messy threesome scene, Don Draper parallels, and the Eric–Harper power confrontation. Conversations spot Mad Men energy, fascism threads, and journalistic ethics. They trace Yasmin’s Lady Macbeth moves, discuss room service whims, and welcome a returning character while unpacking bank politics and reputation risk.

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Jan 23, 2026 • 1h
‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episode 3: What’s Worse Than Maggots?
The hosts dive into the chaotic world of 'The Pitt', exploring everything from intense medical dilemmas to the quirkiest character dynamics. They share hilarious listener emails, dissect a motorcycle accident with gritty sound design, and discuss psychological complexities with characters like Tony Chinchillo. Delving into Pittsburgh's fireworks history, they combine local lore with emotional storytelling. Themes of trauma, empathy, and even a sprinkle of AI skepticism keep the conversation lively, all leading to an ominous code black that leaves listeners eager for more.

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Jan 21, 2026 • 1h 14min
‘Industry’ Season 4, Episode 2: The Commander and the Grey Lady
Jodi Walker, a TV critic and rotating cast member, joins to unpack the latest twists in 'Industry.' She dives into the class dynamics between Yasmin and Henry, revealing how new money navigates old aristocracy. The conversation sparks over Kit Harington’s standout performance, touching on themes of ghostly legacies and gothic romance. They also explore the peculiar relationship between Yasmin and Hayley, and whether Henry's baby suggestion stems from delusion. Plus, a fascinating look at storytelling parallels in industry culture!

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Jan 16, 2026 • 54min
‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episode 2: Hard at Work
Join Jo and Rob as they delve into the latest twists on Triage Island. They discuss the intense rivalry between Dr. Al-Hashimi and Dr. Robby, contrasting AI and instinct in healthcare. Whitaker faces mounting challenges, making listeners question if he's set to fail this season. Heartwarming moments unfold with Langdon's kindness towards Mel. Plus, a maggot story brings some shocking humor, while the duo explores graphic medical cases that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

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Jan 13, 2026 • 1h 6min
‘Industry’ S4 Premiere Breakdown: Cranking the Email Up a Peg
Joining the discussion is Jodi Walker, an entertainment journalist known for her sharp insights on television and culture. They delve into the shocking twists of Season 4, including James Asher's sudden collapse and the introduction of a new espionage angle through characters like Rishi. Jodi highlights the evolving relationship dynamics, particularly between Harper and Yasmin, while the group discusses the season's fresh characters and its stylistic risks. They also tackle the real-world influences on the show, connecting its themes to current events.


