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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.
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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'.
Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 11min
Have the Oscars Gotten Their Groove Back? Plus, ‘The Regime.’
Chris and Andy discuss the Oscars, 'The Regime' with Kate Winslet, how a show can be 'bad', and the new generation of stars emerging. Standout moments like the 'I'm Just Ken' performance are highlighted.
Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 3min
‘Shogun’ Episode 3, Influential Childhood TV Shows, and Trailers for ‘3 Body Problem’ and ‘Fallout’
Chris and Andy discuss the impactful childhood TV shows that shaped them, touching on 'Dune: Part Two' and the trailers for '3 Body Problem' and 'Fallout'. They also analyze how 'Shogun' uses confrontation set pieces to drive the plot.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 12min
‘Dune: Part Two’ and Denis Villeneuve’s World Building. Plus, Mailbag Questions
Discussion on 'Dune: Part Two' and the potential stardom of its young cast. Review of Richard Linklater's new documentary. Mailbag questions about the state of the TV industry.
Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
‘Shogun’ Episodes 1 and 2, the ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series, and Previewing ‘The Regime’
Guy Ritchie directing 'Ray Donovan' spinoff, possible 'Harry Potter' TV series, 'Shogun' using TV medium creatively, preview of 'The Regime' with Kate Winslet
Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
‘Dune: Part Two’ and ‘Shogun’ Anticipation Meter, the Possible Paramount-Peacock Merger, ‘The Dynasty,’ and ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’
Chris and Andy discuss rewatching 'Dune' for the upcoming sequel, 'Shogun' similarities to 'Game of Thrones', Paramount+ and Peacock merger rumors, and enjoying documentaries 'The Dynasty' and 'The Greatest Night in Pop'.
