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Nov 2021
33m 23s

Is 'The Morning Show' Actually Good?

The Ringer
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Bill, Amanda, and Nora react to another (disappointing) episode of 'The Morning Show,' which leaves the crew to opine on the fundamental flaws of the show and whether there are any story lines left that we should actually care about. Plus, predictions for the final episodes of the season (27:28).

Hosts: Bill Simmons, Amanda Dobbins, Nora Princiotti

Producer: Troy Farkas

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