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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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Jul 12, 2022 • 59min
The Return of ‘Better Call Saul’, Plus, the Season 3 Finale of ‘The Boys’
Chris and Andy return to share their thoughts on the most recent episode of ‘Better Call Saul’. They pay homage to the show's incredible writing (2:00), wonder what the fallout of this episode will be (15:00), and discuss whether a flash-forward is imminent (35:00). Finally, they share their thoughts on the Season 3 finale of ‘The Boys' (40:00).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldAssociate Producer: Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 7, 2022 • 57min
Our Mid-2022 Top 10 Shows
Chris and Andy are back to count down the best shows of the year … so far! They begin the episode by discussing the runners-up that didn't make their top 10 lists (1:10), then divulge their contenders for best shows of 2022 at the midway point (25:20).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldProducer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 30, 2022 • 1h 2min
Colby Minifie on ‘The Boys’ Season 3, Plus Why You Should Be Watching ‘Irma Vep’
Andy talks about ‘The Old Man’ getting renewed for a second season, and why you should give the new HBO show ‘Irma Vep’ a chance (1:00). Then, he's joined by actress Colby Minifie to talk about her work as a stage actress (16:47) and how it prepared her for ‘The Boys’ (36:51).Host: Andy GreenwaldGuest: Colby MinifieProducer: Kaya McMullenCheck out the ‘Baranksi BBQ '22’ Playlist here.Donate to the National Network of Abortion Funds here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 27, 2022 • 1h 1min
Seven Reasons Why We Love ‘The Bear,' Plus ‘The Boys’ Check-in and ‘The Old Man'
Chris and Andy talk about the third episode of ‘The Old Man’ and what marks some turning points for the show (6:25). Then, they do a midseason check-in with ‘The Boys’ (20:22) before talking about why they love ‘The Bear’ (29:56).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 23, 2022 • 1h 12min
Jon Snow Returns and the Letdown of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi.’ Plus, Jeremy Allen White on His Exciting New Show, ‘The Bear.’
Chris and Andy talk about the news that a ‘Game of Thrones’ Jon Snow sequel series is in the works and what that could look like (1:00). Then they talk about the season finale of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ (13:23) and the exciting new chef show ‘The Bear’ (33:40), before Chris is joined by the star of ‘The Bear,’ Jeremy Allen White, to talk more about the show (45:10).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldGuest: Jeremey Allen WhiteProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 16, 2022 • 50min
‘The Old Man’ Is A Classic Thriller. Plus, the ‘Hacks’ Renewal and ‘Industry’ Is Coming Back
Chris and Andy touch on some news and notes, like ‘Hacks’ getting renewed for a third season (1:00), Andy making his way through ‘For All Mankind’ (15:15), and ‘Industry’ Season 2 getting a release date (19:00). Then, they talk about the first two episodes of the new Jeff Bridges thriller series ‘The Old Man’ (21:02).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 13, 2022 • 1h 14min
The ‘Barry’ Season Finale. Plus, ‘Hacks’ Season 2 With Creators Jen Statsky, Lucia Aniello, and Paul W. Downs
Chris and Andy talk about the Season 3 finale of ‘Barry’ and what puts this show in the conversation for best things they’ve seen this year (1:00). Then they talk briefly about the new Ben Whishaw show ‘This Is Going to Hurt’ (27:50), before Andy is joined by ‘Hacks’ creators Jen Statsky, Lucia Aniello, and Paul W. Downs to talk about the second season of the show (37:41).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldGuests: Jen Statsky, Lucia Aniello, and Paul W. DownsProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 9, 2022 • 1h 16min
The Shake-Up At Disney, 'Obi-Wan Kenobi,' and Gail Simmons on This Season of 'Top Chef'
Chris and Andy talk about Peter Rice, Disney's top TV executive, being ousted from the company and what it might mean for the brand's streaming plans going forward (1:00). Then, they talk briefly about the latest episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (21:37), before they are joined by 'Top Chef' judge Gail Simmons to talk about the latest season of 'Top Chef' and how the show has evolved over its almost 20 seasons (28:45).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 6, 2022 • 53min
‘The Boys’ Is Back and More Gory Than Ever. Plus, ‘Barry’ Is Only Getting Better
Chris and Andy talk about some of the news coming out of Netflix's Geeked Week, including a new show from the creators of ‘Dark’ (1:00). Then, they talk about the return of ‘The Boys’ for its third season and how the show continues to nail its tone (17:21), before talking about the latest episode of ‘Barry’ (35:49).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 2, 2022 • 1h 29min
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Was Great, Here’s What It Needed More of. Plus, Emmy Rossum on ‘Angelyne’
Chris and Andy talk about what they loved about ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ and what the action-packed movie could have used even more of (1:00). Then they talk about the latest episode of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ (38:04), before Andy is joined by Emmy Rossum to talk about the making of her new series, ‘Angelyne’ (46:36).Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy GreenwaldGuest: Emmy RossumProducer: Kaya McMullen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
