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HBO
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Netflix
House Of the Dragon
Andor
The Last Of Us
The White Lotus
Star Wars
Slow Horses
Top Chef
Hollywood
Pluribus
Game Of Thrones
Presumed Innocent
Golden Globes

Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.

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(00:00) Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Euphoria’ series finale (02:22) and the choices behind Rue’s ending. Then they discuss the finale of ‘Hacks’ (49:47) and how its ending differs from Euphoria’s much darker sendoff. Later, they break down ‘Star C... more

Chris and Andy talk about the controversy surrounding ‘MobLand’ (8:12) and their anticipation for the upcoming second seasons of ‘The Agency’ (15:43) and ‘Sugar’ (20:09). Then they discuss ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episodes 6-7 and the growing excitement around ... more

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Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to react to the ‘Survivor’ Season 50 finale and their thoughts on the season as a whole (2:56), before talking about the first two episodes of ‘The Boroughs,’ a Netflix sci-fi show produced by The Duffer Brothers (2... more

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Chris talks about what’s new on TV this week (1:25), before briefly reacting to the ‘Lanterns’ trailer (3:01). Then he breaks down ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 6 by way of a Zach Lowe-esque 10 Things list (4:27). Later, he is joined by Lane Brown, a ... more

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Lane Brown
New York Magazine features writer
New York Magazine
Episode: 10 Things We Like (and Don’t Like) About ‘Euphoria’ This Season. Plus, “The Feed Is Fake” With Lane Brown.
Eric Kripke
Showrunner and developer of The Boys
Amazon Prime Video / The Boys
Episode: Creator Eric Kripke on Ending ‘The Boys.’ Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 10 and ‘East of Eden’ Trailer.
Sunny Lee
Creator of Beef (Season 2)
Beef
Episode: ‘Beef’ Season 2 With Creator Lee Sung Jin. Plus, ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 3 and ‘House of the Dragon’ S3 Teaser.
Haley Boston
Creator and writer of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen
Netflix
Episode: ‘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.
Patrick Adams
Actor, The Madison
Taylor Sheridan's The Madison
Episode: Patrick J. Adams on the Making of ‘The Madison.’ Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E12 and a TV News Roundup.
Mallory Rubin
Author/Pop culture journalist; recurring contributor on The Watch
The Ringer
Episode: 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.
Mickey Down
Creator of Industry
Industry (TV show)
Episode: ‘Industry’ Season 4 Finale With Creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down
Konrad Kay
Creator of Industry
Industry (TV show)
Episode: ‘Industry’ Season 4 Finale With Creators Konrad Kay and Mickey Down
Andrew Guest
Co-creator of Wonder Man and former writer on Community
Marvel, Disney Plus
Episode: ‘Wonder Man’ Co-Creator on the Show’s Origins, Near Cancellation, and the Status of the ‘Community’ Movie. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E8.

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Andy Greenwald
Host of The Watch (co-host of the show); long-time pop culture critic and writer.
Chris Ryan
Co-host of The Watch; editor at theringer.com and long-time pop culture critic.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • Top chef

    I stormed out of my own shower when I heard some youth telling me these dumb brothers on this season were compelling. Make her watch the voltaggio season. She asked, does it matter who wins, is this one of Andy’s daughters??? Is this a nepo situation? Where is Chris? Did you think you could sneak this past the listeners?

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    3
    Midagedmidge
    United States16 days ago
  • Incredibly boring

    The hosts are tediously boring and the content is dry and tired.

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    1
    kat2474
    United States17 days ago
  • Tom Hollander

    Please watch Tom Hollander play Truman Capote in the Hulu series Feud. Excellent accent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mc Mergus
    United States23 days ago
  • Unlistenable

    These weirdos cover euphoria but not not DTF? Omg. These two are like a couple of old, out of touch Brooklyn hipsters sitting in a coffee shop talking loud so people think they are cool. Yuck.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YupOkay
    United Statesa month ago
  • Andy Needs Help

    Andy has full-on Trump Derangement Syndrome. Pathetic how he goes way out of his way to go on Trump rant that has nothing to do with the shows being discussed. No one listens to this for your political views. Just stick to the shows please (except, of course, True Detective Season 1 - the defining review of his career) because we know he ain’t getting another shot at actually creating one after Briarpatch barely made it to air!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Andy is TDS Riddled
    United States2 months ago

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Creator Eric Kripke on Ending ‘The Boys.’ Plus, ‘Top Chef’ Season 23, Episode 10 and ‘East of Eden’ Trailer.
Q: What drew you to The Boys originally, and how did the project evolve over the decade?
Kripke explains his grounding as a fan of the source material and describes how the show's development intersected with real-world political shifts, eventually aligning the storytelling with timely themes while maintaining the show's irreverent voice.
‘Beef’ Season 2 With Creator Lee Sung Jin. Plus, ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, Episode 3 and ‘House of the Dragon’ S3 Teaser.
Q: How would you summarize Beef Season 2's tonal aim and how did you reach it?
Sunny Lee outlines a formula-driven tonal approach that mixes sharp character-driven comedy with high-stakes, socially aware anxiety and melancholic undercurrents, achieved through iterative drafts and deliberate pacing shifts away from overtly escalatory plots toward a more textured, character-driven collision of two couples and their surrounding groups.
‘Wonder Man’ Co-Creator on the Show’s Origins, Near Cancellation, and the Status of the ‘Community’ Movie. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E8.
Q: What was it like working with Sir Ben Kingsley?
It was intimidating at first, but we developed a trusting relationship as we collaborated on the character.
‘Wonder Man’ Co-Creator on the Show’s Origins, Near Cancellation, and the Status of the ‘Community’ Movie. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E8.
Q: Was there ever a moment when you thought this might never get made?
There were several moments where I didn't think it was going to happen, and we had to fight to keep it alive.
‘Wonder Man’ Co-Creator on the Show’s Origins, Near Cancellation, and the Status of the ‘Community’ Movie. Plus, ‘The Pitt’ S2E8.
Q: How do you end up co-creating Wonder Man for Marvel with Dustin Daniel Cretton?
I had worked with Marvel once before on Hawkeye and got a call from Joe Russo who offered me the opportunity.

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Two veteran pop culture critics dissect the latest in TV, film, and related media each week, blending sharp analysis with playful banter. Episodes frequently feature deep dives into current streaming strategy, high-profile series, and industry shifts, anchored by guest interviews from showrunners, creators, and actors. The show is known for smart, opinionated discussions that mix narrative critique with behind-the-scenes industry context, making it a go-to for listeners who want thoughtful criticism and insider perspectives about prestige TV, streaming trends, and cultural conversations. A notable strength is the chemistry between hosts, which keeps conversations lively even when tackling dense topics, and the cadence of sponsor reads woven... more

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4. Haley Boston
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6. Mallory Rubin
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8. Konrad Kay

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