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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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Apr 7, 2023 • 1h 40min
'Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 3 Recap
Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 3, “Digestif.” They talk about how each character reacted to last episode’s cannibalistic ending and what it means going forward. They also break down Ben’s flashbacks and the regret he is experiencing. Plus, they talk about Shauna’s terrifying monologue and what it reveals about her time in the wilderness.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 2023 • 57min
‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 2 Recap
Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the second episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss Logan Roy’s explosive speech at ATN and the increasing possibility of his demise by season’s end, Connor’s chaotic rehearsal dinner, and the inevitable dissolution of the Roy siblings’ partnership. Along the way, they also talk about whether Shiv’s motives this season are personal or strategic, as well as the fascinating evolution of Kerry as a fringe character turned series regular. They close with the biggest winners and losers of the episode and the best quotes, then make their predictions for next week.Hosts: Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 2023 • 41min
'Succession' Season 4, Episode 2 Precap
Chris and Wos get together to celebrate the new season of HBO's 'Succession' and share their reactions to its eventful first episode. They begin by examining the impressive attention to detail within their favorite scenes, the individual acting performances, and wardrobe. Next they assess the state of each of the primary characters, discuss the evolution of Roman throughout the series, and single out Tom as the X factor going down the stretch (18:20). They end the pod by talking about the effectiveness of ending the show after only four seasons and debating the viability of the big streaming services going forward (27:44).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Wosny LambreProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 2023 • 1h 51min
'Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 2 Recap
Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 2, “Edible Complex.” They talk about what happens with each character, from Shauna’s poor attempt to lie to the cops to the complicated dynamic between Nat, Lottie, and Travis. They also touch on the introduction of Elijah Wood’s character, Walter, and, of course, the episode’s shocking ending.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 2023 • 53min
‘Succession’ Season 4 Premiere Recap
Bill, Sean, and Joanna join forces to break down the premiere of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss how the HBO series picks up right where it left off, their thoughts on this being the final season, and the newly formed bond between the Roy siblings. Along the way, they also unpack Logan’s surprisingly introspective moments and Tom and Shiv’s fractured relationship. They close with the biggest winners and losers of the episode before briefly speculating on what the rest of the season has in store.Hosts: Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 2023 • 1h 57min
'Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 1 Recap
Joanna and Mallory break down everything that happened in the ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2 premiere. They talk about everything from meeting adult Lottie in the present day to how Shauna is coping with the loss of Jackie in 1996 (12:53). Later, Joanna is joined by ‘Yellowjackets’ showrunners Jonathan Lisco, Ashley Lyle, and Bart Nickerson to talk about some of the episode and what to expect for the rest of the season (1:27:58).Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuests: Jonathan Lisco, Ashley Lyle, and Bart NickersonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 2023 • 1h 1min
'Swarm' Review
Charles Holmes and Van Lathan give their thoughts on the new Amazon Prime series 'Swarm' co-created by Donald Glover and Janine Nabers and featuring a tour deforce performance by Dominique Fishback.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 2023 • 1h 24min
‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2 Primer
Joanna and Mallory are back in anticipation of Season 2 of Showtime’s ‘Yellowjackets.’ First, they break down everything that happened in Season 1 (10:20). Then, they look ahead to the new season by discussing the show's biggest remaining mysteries and theories (44:07).Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 2023 • 46min
‘Succession’ Hall of Fame: “Vaulter”
Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan discuss our fourth entry into the ‘Succession’ Hall of Fame: Episode 2 of Season 2, “Vaulter.”Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Van LathanProducer: Sasha Ashall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 2023 • 2h 2min
'The Last of Us' Season 1 Finale Deep Dive. Plus, Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann!
Just like Jo and Mal, the virus loves too. They return for the finale of the first season of 'The Last of Us' to talk about the explosive ending of the hit show (01:46). Later, Joanna sits down with showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann for an extended Q&A about the season and the decisions that led to the epic conclusion (78:16).Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuests: Craig Mazin and Neil DruckmannSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices