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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 9, 2023 • 44min
'Poker Face' Episode 6 Recap
Time to "Exit Stage Death" with Jo and Rob as they take a look at the latest episode of ‘Poker Face.’Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 7, 2023 • 1h 31min
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 4 Deep Dive With Patrick Somerville
Joanna and Mallory are joined by ‘Station Eleven’ creator, Patrick Somerville, to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They break down Joel and Ellie’s evolving relationship and the introduction of Kathleen. They also discuss how the show compares to ‘Station Eleven.’Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Patrick SomervilleAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 2023 • 47min
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 4 Recap
Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the fourth episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They briefly address the internet discourse surrounding “Long, Long Time” before discussing how Joel’s traumatic past experiences are the backbone of his protective nature. Next, the guys discuss Ellie’s violent streak and how she’s evolved from the beginning of the season. Finally, they talk about Kathleen’s ruthlessness and her band of hostile raiders, the Hunters.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 2023 • 39min
'Poker Face' Episode 5 Recap
Jo and Rob are back to assess monkey pre-cogs and talk about the latest episode of 'Poker Face.'Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 2023 • 1h 27min
'The Last of Us’ Episode 3 Deep Dive
Paying attention to things is how we show love, and Joanna and Mallory leave no stone unturned as they dive deep into the third episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They start with Bill and Frank’s story and discuss how the episode was able to portray light in the dark world that they created. Plus, they share their thoughts on the song choices throughout the episode, explain how the show’s story line differs from the game, and examine Joel and Ellie’s evolving dynamic.A link to the cinematic playthrough Joanna is watching can be found here.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 30, 2023 • 55min
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 3 Recap
Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the third episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They explain what makes this standout episode so special and why it immediately deserves a place in the pantheon of great TV episodes. Next, the guys discuss the significance of Bill and Frank’s love story and how it mirrors Joel and Ellie’s relationship. Later, they talk about the brilliant casting choices of Nick Offerman and Murray Bartlett. Finally, Charles closes by asking Van what his fruit and video game of choice would be during the apocalypse.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 27, 2023 • 58min
'Poker Face' Episodes 1-4 Recap
Rob Mahoney joins Joanna Robinson to discuss the opening four-episode run of the intuitive, superpowered detective show created by Rian Johnson, streaming on Peacock.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 24, 2023 • 1h 10min
'The Last of Us’ Episode 2 Deep Dive
Joanna and Mallory dive deep into the second episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They break down everything that happens in the episode, from the cold open in Indonesia to the tendril-filled kiss at the end of the episode that led to the death of another character. They also talk about some of the adaptation choices the show is making and the highly anticipated third episode.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 2023 • 43min
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 2 Recap
Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the second episode of ‘The Last of Us.’ They unpack why the show is already being so well-received, as well as the impact of HBO’s prestigious Sunday-night time slot. Later, the guys discuss how they feel about the show’s world-building and how the environment's significant role in the story line adds a new dynamic to the infected. Along the way, Charles surprises Van with a pair of new podcast segments.Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van LathanProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 18, 2023 • 1h 58min
'The Last of Us’ Series Premiere Deep Dive
Joanna and Mallory dive deep into the premiere of HBO’s new series ‘The Last of Us.’ They start with an overview of the franchise and their relationships with it (5:24). Then, they go through everything that happens in the episode, from the cold open set in 1968 to the introduction of Joel and eventually Tess and Ellie in 2023 (25:35). Later, they talk about some of their favorite Easter eggs from the episode (1:50:31).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 RubinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices