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Extra Hot Great: This Week In TV

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Join Tara Ariano, Sarah D. Bunting, David T. Cole and their valued guests each week for discussion of what's new on TV plus our hall of fame roundtable segment called The Canon, listen as we appoint Winners and Losers Of The Week and of course our ultra competitive TV trivia quiz: Game Time.

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Latest Episodes

TV returns to the King-verse with HBO's It: Welcome To Derry, a prequel (or side...show?) of sorts for various characters from Stephen King's It -- and Josh Gondelman also returns to accept our apologies before talking about doing gory bits, using yo... more

Blue Bloods is dead, but its spirit lives on (along with however many actors don't have anything better to do) in Boston Blue, CBS's new Beantown-set spinoff. How authentic is it to the Boston a Bostonian would know? Boston's own Margaret H. Willison... more

Tim Robinson is back with The Chair Company, a cringe-com with a mystery (or is it??) at its center, and Variety's Alison Herman is also back to talk about it: the little self-flagellating moments the show gets right, whether it's the Tim Robinson pr... more

The fourth season of Monster, Netflix's true crime anthology, concerns itself with Wisconsin serial killer (or was he? (he probably was)) Ed Gein, played by former Queer As Folk cutie Charlie Hunnam. Did it get under our skin? Richard Lawson returns ... more

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Recent Guests

Alison Herman
TV critic at Variety
Variety
Episode: 584: Breaking Down The Chair Company
Richard Lawson
Film critic recently published in The Guardian and The Hollywood Reporter
The Guardian
Episode: 583: Having A Grave Discussion About Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Dan Cassino
American political scientist
Episode: 578: This Week In Historical TV: September 4-10, 1991
Eli Yudin
Comic and host of What A Time To Be Alive
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Episode: 577: Going Long On Long Story Short
Andrew Cunningham
Editor at Ars Technica, co-host of Overdue and Appointment Television
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Episode: 575: Should You Plot A Course For Alien: Earth?
Maris Kreisman
Podcaster, newsletterer, and author
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Episode: 571: Is Too Much Not Enough, Or Just Right?
Stephanie Early Green
Writer and frequent guest on the podcast, known for her insights on TV
Episode: 569: Should You Sign On To With Love, Meghan?
Jessica Morgan
Critic, novelist, and newsletter writer
Episode: 568: We Cover The Waterfront
Kathryn VanArendonk
Writer and critic at Vulture, co-host of the podcast Appointment Television
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Episode: 563: Checking The Perimeter With Murderbot

Hosts

David T. Cole
Host and co-host with a humorous take on TV discussions, often integrating personal anecdotes and pop culture references.
Tara Ariano
Co-host and creator recognized for insightful commentary and a blend of humor in analysis of television culture and trends.
Sarah D. Bunting
Co-host known for intelligent critiques and engaging storytelling in television reviews.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 800 ratings
  • Not for Widespread Audiences

    They waste time making stupid liberal quips when they could instead make useful comments.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WrigleyFieldMarshal
    United States4 months ago
  • Disappointed

    I usually look forward to this show. Especially how sharp and funny the co hosts and guests are. BUT the hate they showed to Meghan Sussex was off putting. Especially since I too love bird song and cook, can, and garden.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MaryAlice2000!
    United States4 months ago
  • David T. Cole

    He’s so funny! I can’t tell if he’s Canadian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brudd3788
    United States4 months ago
  • 1 issue

    I appreciate everything Dave does behind the scenes (and for game time) but I don’t think he should be on the main show. Tara and Sarah are excellent hosts because they have a long career in television journalism and commentary so when they talk about TV they analyze its components, the mechanics behind the components, and its context in TV history. To me, this elevates the podcast from a simple “I did/did not like it” review show. When Dave talks about tv, it’s almost always in terms of his li... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    r3viewer9876
    United States6 months ago
  • a warm hug

    i listened to EHG nonstop during my graduate school days nearly a decade ago. at some point life got busy, new podcasts filled up my feed, and i fell off. seeking comfort in the last few months, i came back here. hearing tara, sarah, and david again was like reuniting with old friends. but unlike how some of those interactions go, it’s nice to see the team has grown in a similar trajectory to me. the tv insight is always great, but i also appreciate their regular focus on uplifting mutual aid gr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ir_plays
    United States9 months ago

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Some critiques focus on the show's political commentary not aligning with all listeners, leading to mixed feelings among certain audience members.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and humor in discussions, often likening it to sitting with knowledgeable friends talking about TV.
The podcast creates a comforting atmosphere, with many listeners finding it a welcome distraction from the complexities of life.
The dynamic among the hosts fosters a sense of camaraderie that resonates well with long-time fans and new listeners alike.
Reviews highlight the entertaining trivia and the insightful reflection on past and current television, though some feel certain segments could be improved.

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586: Clowning Around With It: Welcome To Derry
Q: Should our listeners watch It?
It really depends on what kind of Stephen King/Derry-verse fan you are.
583: Having A Grave Discussion About Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Q: Should our listeners watch Monster: The Ed Gein Story?
Maybe if they want to be miserable for eight hours, otherwise no.
580: Is It Time To Hit Snooze On The Morning Show?
Q: Should our listeners watch The Morning Show season four?
Yes, absolutely, based on the chaotic yet entertaining aspects of the show and character developments.
575: Should You Plot A Course For Alien: Earth?
Q: What are your thoughts on whether that's a bad thing for someone like Hawley?
I'm here for the Alien stuff, really.
575: Should You Plot A Course For Alien: Earth?
Q: Should our listeners watch Alien Earth?
Yes, unless you get grossed out easily.

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Focusing on the latest happenings in television, this podcast features a mix of show reviews, industry insights, and lively discussions among hosts and guests. Notably, it emphasizes a fun segment known as 'The Canon,' where episodes honor exemplary TV shows by discussing their highlights and significance, alongside recurring features like 'Winners and Losers of the Week' and a competitive trivia game, 'Game Time.' The conversations often blend humor with deep critiques, making it not just a review show, but also a community space for fans to engage with current media trends and nostalgia alike.

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6. Maris Kreisman
7. Stephanie Early Green
8. Jessica Morgan

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