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Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald on TV, film and pop culture.
Episodes
- ‘The Bear’ Drops a Secret Episode! Plus, ‘Widow’s Bay’ E3 and ‘Top Chef’ S23E9.
Chris and Andy discuss trailers for 'Tony' and ‘The Odyssey.’ They react to ‘Gary,’ the surprise prequel episode of ‘The Bear,’ and discuss ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 3 and ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 9.
- ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 4 and ‘Star Wars’ Streaming Numbers. Plus, Pitching Literary Classics as TV Shows.
Chris and Andy discuss ‘Star Wars’ streaming numbers and pitch literary classics as TV shows. They also review ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 4 and react to a basketball game outcome.
- ‘Widow’s Bay’ Is One of Apple’s Boldest Swings Yet. Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Restaurant Wars.
Chris and Andy discuss the Apple TV+ series 'Widow's Bay' and a recent episode of 'Top Chef.' They also touch on news regarding 'The White Lotus' and 'The Mandalorian & Grogu,' and a new music video from Yung Lean.
- ‘Beef’ Season 2 With Creator Lee Sung Jin. Plus, ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 3 and ‘House of the Dragon’ S3 Teaser.
Chris and Andy discuss 'Beef' Season 2 with creator Lee Sung Jin, who shares insights on the show's setting, casting, and themes. They also react to trailers for 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 and the 'For All Mankind' spinoff series, 'Sta…
- ‘Beef’ Is Back: Season 2, Episodes 1-5 and ‘Top Chef’ S23E7
Chris and Andy talk about a ‘Miami Vice’ reboot and a ‘Cop Land’ TV series adaptation. They also discuss the first five episodes of ‘Beef’ Season 2 and react to ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 7.
- ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Footage, ‘Euphoria’ S3E2, and ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Episodes 1-3
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss new footage for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 2. They also review the first three episodes of ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ and conduct a power poll of spring television.
- ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Finale, ‘Top Chef’ S23E6, and ‘Bandi’
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the season two finale of 'The Pitt,' 'Top Chef' season 23 episode six, and the Netflix series 'Bandi.' They also talk about CinemaCon news and the location for the next season of 'The White Lotus.'
- ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Premiere
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 premiere, including Sam Levinson’s filmmaking style and Zendaya’s performance. Andy Greenwald watches his first episode ever.
- ‘The Pitt’ S2E14, ‘The Boys’ S5, and ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ S2. Plus, ‘The Punisher: One Last Kill’ Trailer and ‘Top Chef’ S23E5.
Chris and Andy discuss 'The Pitt' Season 2, Episode 14, 'The Boys' Season 5, and 'Your Friends and Neighbors' Season 2. They also cover the 'Punisher: One Last Kill' trailer and 'Top Chef' Season 23, Episode 5.
- The WGA’s Surprise Deal With the Studios, Bad Robot Downsizes, and the State of International Crime Thrillers on TV
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the WGA's tentative deal with studios and the downsizing of Bad Robot. They also review the international crime thrillers "Privilèges" and "Unfamiliar."
- ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ Creator Explains Everything You Want to Know About Her Netflix Hit. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E13 and Prime-Time TV Grids With Joanna Robinson.
The creator of 'Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen' discusses the series. Additionally, the hosts discuss 'The Pitt' and prime-time TV schedules.
- ‘Paradise’ Season 2 Finale With Mina Kimes. Plus, ‘Euphoria’ S3 Trailer, ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen,' and 'Project Hail Mary'
Chris and Andy discuss the ‘Euphoria’ S3 trailer, ‘The White Lotus’ S4 cast, Netflix’s ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen,’ and ‘Project Hail Mary.’ Mina Kimes joins the show to talk about the ‘Paradise’ Season 2 finale and other recen…
- Patrick J. Adams on the Making of ‘The Madison.’ Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E12 and a TV News Roundup.
Patrick J. Adams discusses his work on ‘The Madison’ with hosts Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald. They also review "The Pitt" Season 2, Episode 12, and discuss recent TV news, including the ‘Harry Potter’ TV adaptation and Mahershala Ali join…
- ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘Marshals,’ ‘Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,’ and ‘SNL UK.’ Plus, ‘Paradise’ S2E7.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the film ‘Project Hail Mary’ and several television series. The episode covers shows such as ‘Marshals,’ ‘American Classic,’ ‘Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,’ ‘SNL UK,’ and an episode of ‘Paradise…
- ‘Dune: Part Three’ and ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Trailers, ‘The Pitt’ S2E11, and ‘The Madison’ Series Premiere. Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 2.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss trailers for 'Dune: Part Three' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'. They also recap episodes of 'The Pitt,' 'The Madison,' and 'Top Chef.'
- One Award After Another: Oscars Recap. Plus, ‘Paradise’ Season 2, Episodes 4-6.
This episode features Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discussing the Oscars broadcast and film winners. They also review episodes 4-6 of 'Paradise' Season 2.
- ‘The Pitt’ Season 2, Episodes 9 and 10, Checking In on ‘Paradise’ S2, and Kate Winslet Is the Next ‘LOTR’ Lead. Plus, Wrapping Up the ‘Industry’ Mailbag.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss episodes of "The Pitt" and "Paradise" Season 2. They also review the "Industry" mailbag and mention new projects from Tommy Lee Jones and Peter Gould, along with casting for "Lord of the Rings."
- How the Warner Bros. Sale Changes Television. Plus, ‘DTF St. Louis’ and ‘Rooster’ Strike Out.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the immediate and long-term impacts of Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. on the television landscape. They also review the new HBO shows ‘DTF St. Louis’ and ‘Rooster,’ and discuss the return of ‘…
- Jason Mantzoukas and Mallory Rubin on ‘Shoresy’ Season 5. Plus, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ S2 Casting News, and a ‘Game of Thrones’ Film.
Chris Ryan, Jason Mantzoukas, and Mallory Rubin discuss the fifth season of Shoresy. They also cover casting news for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2 and a new Game of Thrones film.
- ‘Industry’ Season 4 Finale With Creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the ‘Industry’ Season 4 finale. They are joined by series creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down to discuss character arcs, genre elements, and the show's tone.
- ‘Wonder Man’ Co-Creator on the Show’s Origins, Near Cancellation, and the Status of the ‘Community’ Movie. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E8.
Andrew Guest, co-creator of 'Wonder Man,' discusses the series' origins, its near cancellation, and the status of the 'Community' movie. Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald also review Season 2, Episode 8 of 'The Pitt.'
- ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Season 1 Finale and ‘Industry’ S4E7
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the season one finale of 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and the seventh episode of season four of 'Industry.' They also close with The Watch: After Dark.
- ‘The Pitt’ S2E7 and an ‘Industry’ S4 Mailbag. Plus, Trailers for ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ and ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss \'The Mandalorian and Grogu\' and \'House of the Dragon\' Season 3 trailers. They also answer listener questions regarding \'Industry\' Season 4 and review \'The Pitt\' Season 2, Episode 7.
- ‘Industry’s’ Book of Revelations. Plus, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ E5 and a New Chapter in the Warner Bros. Bidding War.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss Paramount’s takeover bid and Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition talks. They also review "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" S1 E5 and "Industry" S4 E6.
- ‘The Pitt’ S2E6. Plus, Apple Takes ‘Severance’ in-House and the ‘Spider-Noir’ Trailer.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss Season 2, Episode 6 of ‘The Pitt.’ They also talk about Apple taking ‘Severance’ in-house and the ‘Spider-Noir’ trailer.
- 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 review Super Bowl trailers for movies like 'The Adventures of Cliff Booth' and 'The Mandalorian and Grogu.' They also discuss episodes of 'Industry' and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.'
- Apple TV’s Glossy Programming, ‘The Pitt’ S2E5, and How ‘True Detective’ S2 Explains the World
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss new Apple TV+ show announcements,
- HBO’s Upcoming TV Slate, the Many Ghosts of ‘Industry,’ and ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ E3
Chris and Andy discuss HBO's immediate future, Jim Dycker's downward spiral on 'Industry,' and a reveal on 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Episode 3. They also touch on The Watch: After Dark.
- ‘Wonder Man’ Is the Rare Marvel TV Show That Works. Plus, Does ‘The Pitt’ Need More Conflict?
Chris and Andy review Marvel's 'Wonder Man,' evaluating it as a strong MCU entry. They also discuss 'The Pitt' Season 2, Episode 4, focusing on the character dynamics.
- You Should Watch ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.’ Plus, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ E2 and ‘Industry’ S4E3.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald review "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," discuss the second episode of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," and analyze "Industry" Season 4, Episode 3. They also talk about comic book runs they have been rea…
- Oscar Nominations, ‘Sentimental Value’ Is Sensational, and Screenwriting in the Double-Screen Era. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E3.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss Oscar nominations and screenwriting in the double-screen era. They also react to Matt Damon's comments on how Netflix wants talent to approach filmmaking for distracted viewers.
- ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Is ‘Game of Thrones’ at Its Best. Plus, the Future of ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Industry’ S4E2, and the ‘Landman’ S2 Finale.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald review 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and discuss its connection to 'Game of Thrones.' They also react to news about Lucasfilm and 'Star Wars,' and provide insights on episodes from 'Industry' and 'Landman.'
- The ‘Euphoria’ S3 Trailer, ‘Hijack’ and ‘The Night Manager’ Return, and ‘The Pitt’ S2E2
Chris and Andy discuss the 'Euphoria' Season 3 trailer, the returns of 'Hijack' and 'The Night Manager,' and the series premiere of 'Ponies.' They also talk about an episode of 'The Pitt.'
- ‘Industry’ Season 4 Is Here, and It’s Bolder Than Ever. Plus, the Golden Globes and ‘Landman’ S2E9.
Chris and Andy discuss the Season 4 premiere of 'Industry,' compare it to 'The Wire' Season 2, and share their reactions to the Golden Globes awards ceremony. They also review 'Landman' Season 2, Episode 9.
- ‘The Pitt’ Is Back! Plus, Our Most Anticipated Shows of the Year.
Chris and Andy talk about the new Legacy Award from the Television Academy and react to news about ‘Mare of Easttown’ Season 2. They also discuss the second season premiere of ‘The Pitt’ and their most anticipated shows of the year.
- What We Watched Over the Holidays: The End of ‘Stranger Things,’ ‘Marty Supreme,’ ‘Heated Rivalry,’ and ‘Landman’
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss holiday viewing. They review the final season of ‘Stranger Things,’ the film ‘Marty Supreme,’ and episodes of ‘Heated Rivalry’ and ‘Landman.’
- Vince Gilligan and Rhea Seehorn on the ‘Pluribus’ Season 1 Finale
Vince Gilligan and Rhea Seehorn discuss the ‘Pluribus’ Season 1 finale, including character relationships, story rhythm, and acting challenges. They also touch on writing for the second season.
- End-of-Year Mailbag. Plus, ‘Industry’ S4 and ‘The Odyssey’ Trailers.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss trailers for ‘Industry’ Season 4 and ‘The Odyssey.’ They also answer listener questions, including identifying the Peak TV era and best shows of the century.
- ‘Pluribus’ Penultimate Episode and ‘Landman’ Episode 5
Chris and Andy discuss upcoming shows in January, including ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 and ‘The Night Manager’ Season 2. They also talk about the penultimate episode of ‘Pluribus’ Season 1 and Carol's arc, before recapping the latest episode of ‘…
- The Top 10 TV Shows of 2025
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss their top 10 TV shows of 2025. They also reflect on the impact of Rob Reiner on Hollywood and include honorable mentions for the year in television.
- Why the Warner Bros. Bidding War Is Catastrophic. Plus, ‘Pluribus’ Episode 7 and the ‘Hijack,’ ‘Paradise,’ and ‘Supergirl’ Trailers.
Chris and Andy discuss the Warner Bros. bidding war and its potential ripple effects. They also cover trailers for ‘Hijack,’ ‘Paradise,’ and ‘Supergirl,’ and talk about ‘Pluribus’ Episode 7.
- Golden Globes Nominations, Rewatching ‘Succession,’ and a ‘Landman’ Crash Course With Timothy Simons. Plus, Paramount’s Hostile Takeover.
Chris Ryan and Timothy Simons discuss Golden Globes nominations, rewatching "Succession" and "Girls," and the show "Landman." They also react to Paramount's hostile takeover news.
- ‘Pluribus’ Episode 6 and ‘The Chair Company’ Season 1 Finale
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss 'Legacy of Spies,' an upcoming MGM+ series. They also review 'Pluribus' Episode 6 and 'The Chair Company' Season 1 finale.
- ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Is Finally Here. Was It Worth the Wait? Plus, ‘Landman’ S2E3.
Chris Ryan and Mallory Rubin discuss the premiere of Stranger Things Season 5, considering its trajectory over the years. They also review Landman Season 2, Episode 3.
- ‘The American Revolution,’ ‘Industry’ S4 Trailer, ‘Pluribus’ E4, and ‘Landman’ S2E2
Chris and Andy discuss Ken Burns's 'The American Revolution' documentary, react to trailers for 'Industry' Season 4 and 'Y: Marshals,' and review episodes of 'Pluribus' and 'Landman.'
- HBO’s Wave of Renewals. Plus, ‘The Beast in Me,’ ‘The Chair Company’ E6, and ‘I Love LA’ E3.
Chris and Andy discuss HBO’s renewal announcements for various shows, including ‘Task’ and ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoffs. They also talk about the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery and review episodes of ‘The Beast in Me,’ ‘The Chair Com…
- ‘Landman’ is Back! Plus, ‘Pluribus’ Episode 3 and ‘Poker Face’ Searches for a New Home
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the premiere of 'Landman' Season 2, 'Pluribus' Episode 3, and the news surrounding 'Poker Face'. They also react to set photos from 'The Legend of Zelda' movie.
- Is ‘Stranger Things’ the Last Gasp of Blockbuster TV? Plus, Why Netflix’s ‘Death by Lightning’ Is Worth Your Time.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss the final season of ‘Stranger Things’ and the Netflix drama ‘Death by Lightning.’ They also cover ‘The Morning Show’ Season 4, ‘I Love LA,’ and ‘The Chair Company.’
- Vince Gilligan On The Premiere of ‘Pluribus’
Chris and Andy discuss the two-episode premiere of Vince Gilligan’s new sci-fi drama, ‘Pluribus.’ Vince Gilligan joins Chris to discuss the series, its inspiration, and working with Rhea Seehorn.
- ‘I Love LA’ Feels Like a Textbook HBO Comedy. Plus, ‘The Lowdown’ Finale.
Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald review the HBO series ‘I Love LA’ and the finale of ‘The Lowdown,’ delving into the comedy’s take on Los Angeles life and the mystery in ‘The Lowdown.’