The Watch
Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.
Latest episodes
Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 3min
Weekend Watches, ‘The Sympathizer,’ and ‘Fallout’
Chris and Andy discuss watching 'Bluey' and 'SNL' with Ryan Gosling, analyze the impact of famous directors on shows like 'The Sympathizer', and rank 'Fallout' among video game adaptations like 'The Last of Us'.
Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 13min
‘Shogun’ Episode 8, ‘Ripley’ Episode 3, and ‘Top Chef’ Episode 4
Chris and Andy discuss news like the 'Joker' trailer and 'The Night Manager' return. They review episodes of 'Shogun' and 'Ripley'. They also share thoughts on this season of 'Top Chef'.
Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 8min
The ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Series Finale, ‘Ripley,’ and ‘Sugar’
The podcast discusses the series finale of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and its evolution. They analyze the shows 'Ripley' and 'Sugar' with anticipated twists. The hosts praise the visuals and acting in 'Ripley', drawing comparisons to Wes Anderson's style.
Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 14min
‘Shogun’ Episode 7 and ‘3 Body Problem’ Episodes 6-8
Chris and Andy discuss Julia Garner's casting as Silver Surfer in 'Fantastic Four', praise 'Tokyo Vice' season 2, analyze character depth in 'Shogun' episode 7, and speculate on a second season of '3 Body Problem'. Topics range from Marvel news to TV show reflections and storytelling evolution.
Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 23min
‘X-Men ’97’ and the State of Comic Book TV. Plus, How Much “Reality” Is in Jerrod Carmichael’s ‘Reality Show’?
Ringer-Verse host Charles Holmes joins Chris to discuss 'X-Men '97' as nostalgia TV, Jerrod Carmichael's Reality Show's authenticity in reality TV, and the evolving roles of standup comics. They explore the impact of nostalgia in TV, dissect reality vs. entertainment, and analyze the comic book adaptation landscape.
Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 7min
'Shogun' Episode 6 and the British TV Landscape With Flo Lloyd-Hughes
Flo Lloyd-Hughes joins to discuss British TV habits, 'The Traitors' popularity, and American shows in England. The hosts analyze 'Shogun' episode 6, highlighting standout performances and favorite moments.
Mar 25, 2024 • 57min
‘3 Body Problem’ Episodes 1-5 and Benioff and Weiss’s Adaptation Prowess
Chris and Andy discuss the delay of 'Euphoria' Season 3, then dive into the first five episodes of '3 Body Problem,' highlighting how Benioff and Weiss excel with source material and how the show manages to make dense sci-fi material feel fast-paced.
Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 13min
The ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Acolyte’ Trailers, ‘3 Body Problem,’ ‘Shogun’ Episode 5, and the Next Era of ‘Top Chef’
Discussing the 'Acolyte' and 'House of the Dragon' trailers, '3 Body Problem' plot pacing, 'Shogun' episode analysis, and the new era of 'Top Chef' with Kristen Kish as host.
Mar 18, 2024 • 57min
‘Manhunt’ and Apple TV+’s Historical Fiction Niche. Plus, ‘The Bear’ News.
Discussing the breakneck production pace of 'The Bear', 'Manhunt' TV show depicting Lincoln's killer hunt, and Apple TV+ historical fiction television niche.
Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 6min
How Much Should TV Creators Ask of Their Viewers? Plus, 'Shogun' Episode 4 and 'The Gentlemen.'
A discussion on creating TV that 'feels like having a bath' vs complex plotlines, review of 'Shogun' episode 4, and review of Netflix show 'The Gentlemen' likened to a 'gourmet cheeseburger'.
