

The Prestige TV Podcast
The Ringer
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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Mar 15, 2022 • 1h 8min
'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' Season 4 Wrap-Up
Joanna Robinson is joined by Mallory Rubin to share what worked and what didn’t in the latest season of ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.' They discuss the joy that Susie Myerson and Associates brings them and dive deep into Midge and Lenny’s relationship. Finally, they look ahead to the fifth and final season and explain the real-world events that could be awaiting the characters.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinAssociate Producer: Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 2022 • 36min
'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty' Episode 2 Recap
The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Joe House discuss episode 2 of HBO's 'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty'.Hosts: Bill Simmons and Joe HouseProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 7, 2022 • 40min
'Super Pumped' Episode 2 Recap
Chris and Joanna share their initial thoughts on the Showtime series 'Super Pumped' and compare its writing, acting, and production style to other shows and movies that focus on tech-based or corporate themes. They use these observations as a springboard for their analysis of Episode 2, which sees Uber growing exponentially with Bill Gurley's funding, attempting to crush competitors through Travis Kalanick's megalomania, and throwing a wildly expensive Las Vegas party for its employees.Hosts: Chris Ryan and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 7, 2022 • 38min
'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty' Series Premiere Recap
The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Joe House discuss the premiere episode of HBO's 'Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty'.Hosts: Bill Simmons and Joe HouseProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 4, 2022 • 58min
'The Dropout' Season Premiere Recap
Joanna Robinson is joined by Ringer staff writer Jodi Walker to discuss the first three episodes of 'The Dropout' on Hulu. They discus the real story of Elizabeth Holmes and her rise as well as the breakout performances of this limited series.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Jodi WalkerSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 1, 2022 • 1h 5min
'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' Mid-Season Check-In
Joanna Robinson is joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the big to do with the newest season of 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'. They check in to see what social issues the show attempts to grapple with, meeting historical comedic figures, as well as some missing kids.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 2022 • 1h 9min
'Euphoria' Season 2 Finale Recap
Joanna is joined by Chris Ryan to talk about the Season 2 finale of 'Euphoria'. They take on the cultural impact of the second season, what characters were left out to dry, and where they see a potential Season 3.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Chris RyanSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 27, 2022 • 31min
‘Super Pumped’ Episode 1 Recap
Bill Simmons and Mallory Rubin discuss the premiere episode of the new Showtime series ‘Super Pumped’ and find many positive comparisons to other projects, such as ‘Billions’ and ‘The Social Network,’ that draw material from the real-life machinations of corporations and tech companies, in this case Uber. They then analyze the episode’s major plot points, explore the initial juxtapositions between main characters Travis Kalanick and Bill Gurley, and praise the performances of Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler in those roles.Hosts: Bill Simmons and Mallory RubinProducer: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 2022 • 1h 4min
'Severance' Episodes 1-3 Recap
Joanna and Van sit down to discuss the twisted and intriguing new show on Apple TV+ called 'Severance'. They pick apart the show's influences and creative decisions as to why this show is a must-watch.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Van LathanProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 21, 2022 • 1h 11min
‘Euphoria’ Season 2, Episode 7 Recap
Joanna and Nora put on their umbrellas to unpack the latest rainy episode of 'Euphoria.' They discuss high school play hijinks and how creator Sam Levinson may have exhausted the benefit of the doubt.Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Nora PrinciottiProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


