The Prestige TV Podcast

The hosts dive deep into 'The Last of Us' Season 1 finale, analyzing the emotional dynamics between Joel and Ellie. They explore themes of sacrifice, duty, and parental decisions while discussing the evolving parent-child dynamic. The podcast also ranks HBO's current slate of prestige dramas, comparing the show's success to other flagship series.

Bill and Juliet get together to discuss the first six episodes of the Amazon Prime series 'Daisy Jones & The Six'. They begin by talking about the original music and the immediate issues they have with the series. Next, they juxtapose the show's storyline with the book, other movies with a similar tone like 'Almost Famous', and the real-life saga of Fleetwood Mac (14:11). After that they break down the main characters and actors, particularly Sam Claflin and Riley Keough's performances, and examine the way the show was made (20:46). After the break, Bill and Juliet debate the execution and viability of the documentary-style presentation of 'Daisy Jones' and give their ultimate takes on the season so far (31:29).Hosts: Bill Simmons and Juliet LitmanAssociate Producer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons is joined by Joanna Robinson and Derek Thompson to discuss the Season 1 finale of 'Succession.' They analyze how this finale established the tone as the show came into its own and set the stakes for the series to come.Host: Bill SimmonsGuest: Joanna Robinson, Derek ThompsonSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just as the hook brings you back, Jo and Rob are back to discuss the great season finale of ‘Poker Face’!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mallory dive deep into Episode 8 of ‘The Last of Us.’ They discuss the introduction of a new group of people and their creepy religious leader, David. They also break down Ellie’s efforts to protect an injured Joel, as well as all the other action from the episode.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the eighth episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They discuss David as a false prophet, the biblical parallels and religious symbolism throughout, and what made the action-packed penultimate episode one of the most exciting episodes of the season.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At the top of an icy mountain with an overpriced SUV, Joanna and Rob return to recap the ninth episode of ‘Poker Face.’Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey, and they start by reacting to the announcement that the fourth season of HBO’s ‘Succession' will be the final one. Then, they discuss Season 1, Episode 6 of 'Succession,’ titled "Which Side Are You On?"Hosts: Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean FennesseyAssociate Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mallory dive deep into Episode 7 of ‘The Last of Us.’ They start by discussing some recent listener emails and behind-the-scenes reveals they missed last week (5:01). Then, they break down everything that happens in the episode, from Ellie’s choice to not leave Joel to the flashback of her beautiful but doomed romance (21:23).Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the seventh episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They discuss their differing opinions regarding how the episode landed, the story of Riley and Ellie’s teenage romance, and the conflicting ideologies of FEDRA and the Fireflies. Along the way, the guys talk about whether or not the significance of the Infected has become somewhat diminished throughout the season.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices