Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
The Evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe With Joanna Robinson
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about some news from the week, including the confirmation of a forthcoming ‘He...
‘Loki’ Season 2, the Problems with ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ and ‘The Gold’
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the poor performance of ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ at the box office thi...
‘Reservation Dogs’ Creator Sterlin Harjo on Saying Goodbye to the Show
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the bizarre most recent episode of ‘The Morning Show,’ which depicts t...
‘Gen V,’ ‘The Gold’ Episode 4, and ‘Leave the World Behind’ Trailer
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After Chris gets a second opinion on a recent squabble about stop sign etiquette (5:48), he and Andy...
‘Reservation Dogs’ Series Finale and ‘True Detective: Night Country’ Trailer
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy deep dive into the ‘True Detective: Night Country’ trailer, which stars Jodie Fos...
The Writers Strike Is Over: Now What? Plus, ‘The Gold’ Episodes 1-3
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the WGA has reached a deal with the AMPTP to end the writers...
Rupert Murdoch Steps Down, and the Penultimate Episode of ‘Reservation Dogs.’ Plus: Strike Updates and ‘Telemarketers.’
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy discuss the news that Rupert Murdoch is stepping down from the Fox and News Corporati...
The Unceremonious End of ‘Winning Time’ and What It Means for HBO’s Sunday Night. Plus, ‘The Gold.’
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about what was unexpectedly the series finale for ‘Winning Time’ last night ...
Streaming Inches Closer to Cable, Why the Latest 'Walking Dead' Spinoff Works, and 'The Changeling'
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a quote from Warner Bros. CFO Gunnar Wiedenfels that streaming content "ha...
‘Winning Time’ and Its History Problem, Plus ‘Drops of God’
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about how Disney and Charter reached a deal to end their TV blackout, but we’r...
Inside the Succession Problems at Disney, Plus Strike Updates and ‘Reservation Dogs’
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about strike negotiations currently being at a standstill and how that could beg...
'Special Ops: Lioness' and Taylor Sheridan's Worldview. Plus, the Disney Cable Dispute and 'Winning Time.'
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the ongoing dispute between Disney and Charter Communications that is lead...
The 'Killer’ and ‘Ferrari’ Trailers, the ‘Justified: City Primeval’ Finale, and ‘Reservation Dogs’
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the trailers for Michael Mann’s ‘Ferrari’ and David Fincher’s ‘T...
The Fall TV Preview. Plus, ‘Winning Time,’ the ‘Dune: Part Two’ Delay, and ‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline.’
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about how they are liking the second season of ‘Winning Time’ so far (9:23) ...
Reacting to the ‘Ahsoka’ Two-Episode Premiere and the Unique Storytelling in ‘Reservation Dogs’ Season 3
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the response from members of the Writers Guild of America to the most rece...
Why Is Everyone Watching ‘Suits’? Plus, ‘Winning Time’ and ‘How to With John Wilson.’
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the fascinating rise in popularity of the USA show ‘Suits’ (11:48) and...
The Return of ‘Winning Time’ and the Beginning of the End of ‘Reservation Dogs'
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about their summer vacation watching habits, which include ‘Special Ops: Lione...
The Midsummer Mailbag
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy answer mailbag questions regarding the current landscape of TV. They discuss the best...
Steven Soderbergh on 'Command Z' and Making Political Films
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about 'Full Circle,' one of the latest shows from director Steven Soderbergh and...
What Potential Movement on the Writers Strike Could Mean, Plus the ‘Hijack’ Finale
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the Writers Guild of America will meet with the AMPTP this F...
‘The Righteous Gemstones’ Season 3 Finale. Plus, the ‘Loki’ Season 2 Trailer and Another Exec Shakeup at Disney
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for season 2 of ‘Loki’ and how, after a run of poor Marvel...
What Went Wrong With Marvel Television? Plus, ‘Hijack’ Episode 6
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the lackluster season finale of ‘Secret Invasion’ (1:00) and reflect o...
What the Success of the Barbenheimer Weekend Tells Us About the Movie Industry. Plus, ‘Special Ops: Lioness.’
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the rare success of ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ at the box office t...
‘Justified: City Primeval’ Reminds Us of What TV Used to Be. Plus, Hollywood Strike Updates
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about how negotiations with studios seem to be at a standstill and how the SAG-A...
What ‘Mission: Impossible—Dead Reckoning Part One’ Says About the State of Action Movies. Plus, Checking in on ‘Hijack’ and ‘Full Circle.’
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher’s impassioned speech during the press ...
SAG-AFTRA Strikes, ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,’ and Emmy Nomination Snubs and Surprises
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that SAG-AFTRA, the union representing TV and movie actors, will ...
‘The Bear’ Creator Christopher Storer on the Making of Season 2. Plus, the Simple Pleasure of ‘Hijack.'
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that ‘Reservation Dogs’ will end after Season 3 (1:00), and t...
Movies Are Stuck in an Endless IP Loop. Plus, 'The Idol' Finale
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a potentially incoming Screen Actors Guild strike and how that would affec...
‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 7-10. Plus, ‘Black Mirror’ Creator Charlie Brooker on the Newest Season.
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the last four episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss the way Ri...
‘The Idol’ Episode 4 and ‘The Bear’ Episodes 4-6
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the fourth episode of ‘The Idol,’ and how the show continues to be vis...
‘The Bear’ Comes Roaring Back and ‘Secret Invasion’ Falls Flat. Plus Nicole Holofcener on Making ‘You Hurt My Feelings’
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy discuss the news that Warner Bros. is in talks to license HBO shows like ‘Insecure’...
‘The Flash’ Flops, ‘The Idol’ Episode 3, and ‘Righteous Gemstones’ Returns. Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Judge Gail Simmons!
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about ‘The Flash’ flopping at the box office this weekend and what that coul...
Remembering Cormac McCarthy. Plus, ‘Primo’ and Some Mailbag Questions.
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy remember the prolific novelist Cormac McCarthy, who passed away this week at 89 (1:00...
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,’ ‘The Idol,’ Episode 2, and the ‘Top Chef’ Finale
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ and how this movie shows what is...
Our Favorite Shows of 2023 So Far, Plus the Max Report Card and the Upcoming Summer TV Slate
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the newly debuted Max streaming app and whether or not it dilutes the HBO ...
Is ‘The Idol’ Provocative or Just Flat? Plus, Padma Lakshmi to Leave ‘Top Chef,’ and the DGA Gets a Deal.
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Padma Lakshmi will be leaving her role as the host of ‘Top...
Creator Jesse Armstrong on the Ending of ‘Succession’
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy are joined by ‘Succession’ creator Jesse Armstrong to talk about when he really k...
‘Succession’ and ‘Barry’: A Tale of Two HBO Finales
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy and Kaya give some instant reactions to the ‘Succession’ series finale (1:00) and talk abou...
Preparing for the End of ‘Succession.’ Plus, Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage on the Making of ‘City on Fire.’
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the forthcoming end of ‘Succession,’ discuss what they will miss most ...
Breaking Down the Penultimate Episode of 'Succession'
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the penultimate episode of 'Succession,' "Church and State." They talk abo...
The ‘Bear’ Season 2 Trailer, Where 'Class of '09' Falls Short, and 'Barry' Season 4, Episode 6
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for Season 2 of ‘The Bear,’ released this week (1:00), and...
Breaking Down 'Succession' Season 4, Episode 8: "America Decides"
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the most recent episode of 'Succession,' "America Decides." They talk abou...
‘Barry’ Is Auteurist Television, the ‘Righteous Gemstones’ Season 3 Trailer, and ‘Silo’
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a few trailers that have come out recently, including for ‘The Righteous...
Breaking Down ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 7: “Tailgate Party”
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the latest episode of ‘Succession’ and talk about the potentially hall...
What the WGA Writers' Strike Means for Television, Plus Scott Neustadter on Bringing 'Daisy Jones & the Six' to the Screen
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the WGA writers’ strike and talk about who's affected and who's involved...
Breaking Down ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 6: "Living+"
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the latest episode of ‘Succession,’ "Living+." They break down how eac...
Damon Lindelof and Tara Hernandez on the Making of ‘Mrs. Davis’
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy are joined by ‘Mrs. Davis’ creators Damon Lindelof and Tara Hernandez to talk abo...
How This Episode of ‘Succession’ Sets Up the Rest of the Season
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the latest episode of ‘Succession,’ “Kill List.” They talk about h...
When HBO Max Becomes Just Max. Plus, Bridget Everett on ‘Somebody Somewhere’ Season 2.
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about how HBO Max will soon become just Max and what it means when a prestige TV...
‘Succession’ S4E4, “The Honeymoon States,” and the Premiere of the Final Season of ‘Barry’
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the latest episode of ‘Succession.’ They discuss how Jesse Armstrong i...
Unpacking the Big Reveal in ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 3
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the major reveal in this week’s episode of ‘Succession.’ They discus...
Is All This Money Amazon Is Spending Worth It? Plus, ‘Perry Mason’ and Lee Sung Jin and Jake Schreier on ‘Beef’.
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a Hollywood Reporter article published this week that details Amazon’s e...
Breaking Down ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 2: “Rehearsal”
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the second episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4, “Rehearsal.” They tal...
Joanna Robinson on How Much of the ‘Game of Thrones’ Universe We Want. Plus, ‘Great Expectations’ Series Creator Steven Knight.
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about the news that ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 wi...
The Beginning of the End for 'Succession'
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the first episode of 'Succession' Season 4. They discuss whether moments i...
'Lucky Hank' and the Appeals of Soft Television. Plus, 'Mandalorian' S3E4.
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the spy thriller 'The Day of the Jackal' is going to be rema...
‘Extrapolations’ and the Difficulties of Making TV About Climate Change. Plus, ‘Swarm’ and ‘Top Chef: World All-Stars.’
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the new Apple TV+ show ‘Extrapolations’ and some of the difficulties i...
Is the ‘Mandalorian’ Trying to Be ‘Andor?’ Plus, ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’ Episodes 4-6.
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that James Gunn will direct ‘Superman: Legacy’ (1:00), then d...
Questions Asked and Answered by ‘The Last of Us’ Season Finale. Plus, the Oscar Ceremony.
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Questions Asked and Answered by ‘The Last of Us’ Season Finale. Plus, the Oscar Ceremony. Chris...
What Are Apple TV’s Goals? Plus, the End of ‘Barry’ and Matthew Rhys on ‘Perry Mason’ Season 2.
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that ‘Barry’ will end after this coming season and what it me...
Chris Rock’s Live Special, ‘The Last of Us’ Episode 8, and ‘Daisy Jones & the Six’
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about Chris Rock’s live stand-up special on Netflix, which aired on Saturday, ...
‘The Mandalorian’ Returns, Another Busy TV Spring, and Nick Kroll on ‘History of the World: Part II’
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about what is shaping up to be another busy spring for television as shows try t...
The End of 'Succession.' Plus, 'The Last of Us' E7, the 'Party Down' Revival, and 'Cunk on Earth.'
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that 'Succession' will end after its fourth season (1:00) and the...
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 6. Plus, Where Does Marvel Go After ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania?’
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the latest episode of ‘The Last of Us’ and which of the shows settings...
‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ and the Limits of the Multiverse Plotline. Plus, ‘Tár’ and ‘Poker Face.’
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about Harrison Ford entering the MCU as Thaddeus Ross in the next Captain Americ...
Super Bowl Ads and Trailers and ‘The Last of Us’ Episode 5
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about Super Bowl LVII and some of the trailers that were featured during the gam...
Chuck Klosterman on TV Franchises, Passive Consumption, and Dream Sequences. Plus, Alison Brie on Her New Movie, ‘Somebody I Used to Know.’
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy is joined by Chuck Klosterman to talk about how, inspired by ‘Yellowstone,’ more and more n...
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 4, James Gunn’s New DCU Plans, and the Paramount Plus and Showtime Merger
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the newly announced Paramount Plus with Showtime streaming service (1:00),...
HBO CEO Casey Bloys on How the Network Has Adapted in the Streaming Era
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy are joined by the chairman and CEO of HBO and HBO Max content, Casey Bloys, to talk a...
‘The Last of Us’ Is More Than Just a Zombie Show. Plus, the ‘Poker Face’ Premiere.
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a heartbreaking, almost stand-alone episode of ‘The Last of Us’ (1:00)...
The ‘Chernobyl’ Pod. Plus, ‘Succession’ Season 4 Trailer and Oscar Nom Reactions!
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for ‘Succession’ Season 4 that was released this week (1:0...
‘The Last of Us’ Episode 2. Plus, Apple TV’s Marketing Strategy and Netflix Is Ready for Another ‘Squid Game.’
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about a new Apple TV+ commercial featuring Timothée Chalamet that is pushing th...
Reed Hastings Out at Netflix, the New ‘Mandalorian’ Trailer, and the ‘Night Court’ Reboot
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Reed Hasting is leaving as CEO of Netflix, and what this mea...
Breaking Down the Premiere of ‘The Last of Us’
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the first episode of ‘The Last of Us’ and the difficulties of video ga...
The 2023 Golden Globes, the New ‘Ant-Man’ Trailer, and an Inside Look at Netflix
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about this year’s awkward Golden Globes and whether or not they were a success...
The State of Awards Season and ‘Copenhagen Cowboy’ With Sean Fennessey
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy are joined by Sean Fennessey to talk about the current state of awards season with th...
‘The Last of Us,’ ‘Poker Face,’ and How to Hype a TV Show. Plus, Noah Baumbach’s ‘White Noise.’
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about two upcoming TV series, ‘The Last of Us’ on HBO and ‘Poker Face’ o...
What We Watched Over the Holiday: ‘SAS: Rogue Heroes’ and ‘Glass Onion.’ Plus, the ‘Fleishman Is in Trouble’ Finale
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about what they watched over the winter holidays, including ‘SAS: Rogue Heroes...
The End of the Year Mailbag
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy round out 2022 by answering some mailbag questions. They talk about their ideal TV-wa...
Our Most Anticipated Shows of 2023. Plus, Is the Sheridan-Verse Slipping?
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the premiere of the new Taylor Sheridan show ‘1923,’ starring Harrison...
Is Streaming TV Broken? Plus, What’s Going On With the DC Universe and ‘The English’
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Warner Bros. Discovery will be canceling several more shows,...
Lessons Learned From 'The White Lotus' Season 2
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the finale of 'The White Lotus' Season 2 and whether they were shocked by ...
The Top Ten TV Shows of 2022
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy are joined by Sam Esmail to talk about their top ten favorite TV shows in 2022. They ...
The Penultimate Episode of ‘White Lotus’ S2 and the Premiere of ‘Slow Horses’ Season 2
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the combined streaming service for HBO Max and Discovery+ mi...
The New Indiana Jones Trailer, 'Fleishman Is in Trouble,' and '1899'
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy hit on some news and notes, like the new Indiana Jones movie trailer dropping, 'Manda...
What 'Strange World' and 'Glass Onion' Can Tell Us About the Goals of Streaming Companies Right Now. Plus, 'The White Lotus' S2E5.
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the Disney movie 'Strange World' bombing at the box office and Netflix's d...
The Season Finale of 'Andor' With Creator Tony Gilroy
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the season finale of 'Andor' and the beauty of the show culminating at the...
The Bob Shakeup at Disney, Plus ‘Fleishman Is In Trouble’ and ‘The White Lotus’
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the major news that Bob Chapek is out as the CEO of Disney and that former...
'Andor' Episode 11, Plus 'Bluey' Creator Joe Brumm!
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the penultimate episode of 'Andor,' and what they could possibly be buildi...
‘Atlanta’ Showed Us What Is Possible With TV. Plus, ‘The White Lotus’ S2E3
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that Disney will be airing the first two episodes of ‘Andor’ ...
Tony Gilroy Returns to Talk 'Andor' Episode 10
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk briefly about this latest episode of 'Andor' and the way the previous episodes h...
Are We Headed for a Prestige TV Slump? Plus, ‘White Lotus’ S2E2
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about some of the signs that we may be heading from a surplus of prestige TV sho...
‘Andor,’ the Final Season of ‘Atlanta,’ and the Russo Brothers
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that the Russo Brothers will be making a live action ‘Hercules’...
‘White Lotus’ Season 2 and the Accidental Series Phenomenon
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about some casting news for the second season of ‘Severance’ (1:00) and Andy...
James Gunn Takes Over the DC Universe, New Marvel Trailers, and ‘Andor’ Episode 8
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the news that James Gunn and Peter Safran are being tapped to lead the DC ...
Exit Survey for ‘House of the Dragon’
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy break down the finale of ‘House of the Dragon’ and reflect on the season as a who...
Our Most Anticipated Shows for the Rest of 2022, Plus ‘Andor’ Episode 7
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about some of their most anticipated shows for the rest of 2022, including ‘Th...
Is ‘House of the Dragon’ HBO’s New Flagship Show? Plus, Tegan and Sara on Their New Show ‘High School’
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the penultimate episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ (1:00), and whether i...
‘Andor’ Episode 6, ‘The Midnight Club,’ and ‘High School’
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about how this latest episode of ‘Andor’ might have been the best hour of 'S...
'Sherwood' and British Crime TV, 'Werewolf By Night,' and Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris and Andy talk about the British crime series 'Sherwood' and what sets apart British true crime...