Bill and Amanda get together to talk about the first two episodes of the new season of Apple TV+'s ‘The Morning Show.’ They begin their conversation by commenting on the heavenly lighting, special effects, and camerawork of the Season 3 premiere and catching up on all the story lines from the end of Season 2. They then discuss all of their favorite moments a ... Show More
Nov 18
'Death by Lightning': Netflix's Hit Garfield Assassination Show, With Mike Makowsky | Prestige TV
Jo is joined by screenwriter and producer Mike Makowsky to talk about his latest Netflix project, ‘Death by Lightning.’ They talk about “history spoilers,” choices made for the finale, the accuracy of the project, and much more!
(00:00) Introduction
(01:18) Choices for the se ... Show More
40m 1s
Sep 2022
'Industry' Season 2 Finale, 'House of the Dragon' Episode 5, and 'Atlanta' Season 4
Chris and Andy break down the Season 2 finale of 'Industry,' reflecting on the season as a whole and where the characters might go from here (1:00). Then, they talk about how 'House of the Dragon' is starting to feel static (36:35), before talking about the first few episodes of ... Show More
1h 7m
Apr 2023
Breaking Down ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 2: “Rehearsal”
Chris and Andy talk about the second episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4, “Rehearsal.” They talk about the motivations of each of the kids (1:00), how Connor may be the sibling that holds the most power (27:14), and some of the funniest scenes from this episode (40:46).
Hosts: Chri ... Show More
51m 49s
Jun 2022
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 ... Show More
1h 14m
Oct 2023
‘The Morning Show’ Season 3 Check-in With Bill and Amanda
Bill Simmons and Amanda Dobbins do a midseason check-in on their favorite guilty pleasure television show, ‘The Morning Show,’ and marvel over the bizarre story lines running through this season, including the recreation of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riots.
Hosts: Bill Simmons an ... Show More
33m 17s
Jun 2023
‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 7-10. Plus, ‘Black Mirror’ Creator Charlie Brooker on the Newest Season.
Chris and Andy talk about the last four episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss the way Richie’s character evolved throughout Episode 7, “Forks,” (1:00) and the way that Carmy and Sydney’s relationship in the season finale was depicted (37:49). Then, Chris is joined by ‘Bla ... Show More
2 h
May 2022
‘Better Call Saul’ Paces Itself. Plus, Will ‘Conversations With Friends’ Take Off Like ‘Normal People’ Did?
Chris and Andy talk about the final episode of the first half of ‘Better Call Saul’ Season 6 (1:00) and whether the final season needed to be split into two parts (15:48). Then they talk about the first few episodes of the newest screen adaptation of a Sally Rooney book, ‘Convers ... Show More
52m 8s
Jun 2023
‘The Idol’ Episode 4 and ‘The Bear’ Episodes 4-6
Chris and Andy talk about the fourth episode of ‘The Idol,’ and how the show continues to be visually interesting but lacks any plot consistency (7:45). Then, they talk about the fourth through sixth episodes of ‘The Bear’ (32:21), and whether the many cameos in the Episode 6 dis ... Show More
1h 15m