Andy is joined by Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs, and Lucia Aniello, the creators of 'Hacks,' to talk about how they came up with the idea for the show (1:37), casting Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder (7:30), and balancing emotion with comedy (19:45).
Host: Andy Greenwald
Guests: Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs, and Lucia Aniello
Producer: Kaya McMullen
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Feb 9
Super Bowl Trailers: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Plus, ‘Industry’ S4E5 and ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 4.
Chris and Andy talk about the most notable trailers from Super Bowl Sunday, including those for ‘The Adventures of Cliff Booth,’ ‘Disclosure Day,’ and ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ (3:17). Later, they react to ‘Industry’ Season 4, Episode 5 (26:28) before discussing why the most re ... Show More
1h 12m
Feb 6
Apple TV’s Glossy Programming, ‘The Pitt’ S2E5, and How ‘True Detective’ S2 Explains the World
Chris and Andy talk about Disney’s new CEO (3:32) and a slew of new Apple TV show announcements, including ‘Lucky,’ starring Anya Taylor-Joy, and the TV adaptation of ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ (7:40). Then they discuss Season 2, Episode 5 of ‘The Pitt’ (29:08), before checking ... Show More
1h 28m
Aug 2020
Are Movies the New TV? A Podcast Crossover Special, Part 1. Plus: Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter!
In a special mega-pod, Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan join Sean and Amanda for a two-part conversation about the way that movies seems to be aping the modes and styles of TV, and vice-versa (0:29). (For Part 2, check out ‘The Watch’ on the Ringer Podcast Network.) Then, Sean is jo ... Show More
59m 31s
Oct 2023
Introducing the Big Oscar Bet. Plus, A Halloween Mega-Mailbag.
Sean and Amanda debut a predictions-based game surrounding this year’s Oscars ceremony (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by frequent guest Alex Ross Perry to open the mailbag and answer questions about the current state of horror, how the WGA strike and new agreement affects filmmaker ... Show More
2h 1m
May 2022
Recapping Episode 5 of ‘We Own This City’
Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Wosny Lambre recap Episode 5 of HBO’s 'We Own This City.' They discuss their thoughts on the episode, watching the show without any deep knowledge of the subject, Treat Williams's casting, and more.
Hosts: Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Wosny Lambre
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27m 42s
Dec 2023
Ep 32: "Alex in the Middle"
This week on the Wizard’s Pod, David and Jen go back in time to the “Alex in the Middle” Episode. We discuss Uncle Kelbo’s visit and the tension is caused between Alex and her dad, as well as tips for how to nail physical comedy. Plus,we’re talking about being a competitive artis ... Show More
57m 37s
Aug 2017
‘A Few Good Men’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins
HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins to celebrate and appreciate 1992’s ‘A Few Good Men’ in the inaugural episode of 'The Rewatchables' by discussing what they love about the movie (1:00), which scenes have aged the best and worst (9:30), a ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2024
‘Hit Man’ With Glen Powell and Richard Linklater!
Sean and Amanda discuss the unconfirmed casting news that Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Harris Dickinson, and Charlie Rowe will be the leads of Sam Mendes’s quartet of biopics about the members of the Beatles (1:00). Then, they have an in-depth (and spoiler-filled) discussion about ... Show More
1h 38m
Jun 2024
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Primer: Where We Left Off in Season 1. Plus, Showrunner Ryan Condal Joins!
Gods be good—it's almost time to head back to Westeros, and Mal and Jo are here to help you prepare. First, they refresh you on the story to date by sharing their dueling recaps of every episode from HOTD's first season (06:42). Then, showrunner Ryan Condal joins the pod to talk ... Show More
2h 13m