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The Ringer
Industry
Severance
The Pitt
HBO
The Bear
Landman
Task
Andor
Netflix
The Last Of Us
The White Lotus
Star Wars
Slow Horses
Pluribus
House Of the Dragon
Hollywood
Euphoria
Game Of Thrones
Golden Globes
Lioness

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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Chris and Andy talk about Netflix’s announcement of a new ‘Lonesome Dove’ adaptation from ‘East of Eden’ showrunners Zoe Kazan and Jeb Stuart (2:05). Then they preview the Emmys by predicting which shows (and actors) will win the major categories (32... more

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Chris and Andy talk briefly about some of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards that were handed out over the weekend and what they foreshadow for this coming weekend’s Emmy Awards (2:40). Then they preview some of the fall television they’re most excited fo... more

Chris and Andy talk about Tom Hardy’s return to ‘MobLand’ (and rap) (2:55), a Dungeons & Dragons live-action TV series from John August and Alfonso Cuarón in development at Netflix (11:19), and the ‘East of Eden’ trailer (19:47). Then, they discuss ‘... more

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Chris and Andy break down the finale of ‘Furious’ Season 1 and talk about why this show ended up being so successful (1:01). Then Andy is joined by star Emmy Rossum and series creator Liz Meriwether to talk about how the project came together, depict... more

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Recent Guests

Liz Meriwether
Creator and showrunner of Furious
Furious (Hulu)
Episode: ‘Furious’ Season Finale With Star Emmy Rossum and Creator Liz Meriwether
Emmy Rossum
Executive producer and star of Furious
Furious (Hulu)
Episode: ‘Furious’ Season Finale With Star Emmy Rossum and Creator Liz Meriwether
Van Lathan
Media personality and guest on The Watch
Independent/Media
Episode: ‘Furious’ Penultimate Episode and ‘Lanterns’ E2. Plus, ‘Lioness’ S3E4 With Van Lathan.
Matt Wolpert
Co-creator and co-showrunner of Star City
Star City / Apple TV+
Episode: ‘Star City’ Season Finale With Creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert. Plus, Emmy Nominations!
Ben Nedivi
Co-creator and co-showrunner of Star City
Star City / Apple TV+
Episode: ‘Star City’ Season Finale With Creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert. Plus, Emmy Nominations!
Reese Evans
Actor, star of Star City
Star City
Episode: ‘The Bear’ Clocks Out. Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 2 and ‘Star City’ Episode 6.
Katie Dippold
Creator of Widow's Bay
Widow's Bay (Apple TV+)
Episode: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Season 1 Finale With Creator Katie Dippold and Director Hiro Murai. Plus, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Trailer.
Hiro Murai
Director of four episodes of Widow's Bay
Apple TV+ / Widow's Bay
Episode: ‘Widow’s Bay’ Season 1 Finale With Creator Katie Dippold and Director Hiro Murai. Plus, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Trailer.
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.

Hosts

Chris Ryan
Host of The Watch, Editor/Contributor roles across The Ringer ecosystem
Andy Greenwald
Co-host of The Watch, author and media commentator

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10.3k ratings
  • Jokester/egghead duo

    This podcast duo are gold: the jokester and the egghead, chris snd andy, and the insights are worth a fun long listen. Brilliant and funny. Should teach something to your sophomoric colleagues and their inane chatter on the prestige tv podcast. This is worlds better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heartandbile
    United States16 days ago
  • Lioness

    CR: PLEASE follow up and do a Lioness pod with Van Lathan! Love that show but nobody’s talking about it except for a dabble from you every now and then (not surprised Andy doesn’t like it).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big Fan Stan
    United States21 days ago
  • Great energy for TV

    Amazing guys who really enjoy and break down TV in a respectful, friendly way. Take a listen; you will not be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brettrm
    United Statesa month ago
  • How to Distinguish Each Host

    If you are new to the pod and struggling to keep track, Andy is the one who likes Bluey, reality baking shows, half of one season of a dozen English-speaking shows…and hates literally every other piece of filmed fiction.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    modestmoz33
    United States2 months ago
  • Fine, but…

    Too much sports talk. Also, Pluribus not in your top 10 is a crime.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SurferKitty
    United States2 months ago

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Some comments call out politics as a distraction from show discussions.
Fans value the hosts' chemistry and insider industry insights.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into TV and streaming strategy.
Critics note the banter can feel repetitive for some episodes.
Overall sentiment highlights credibility and entertaining analysis, with mixed reactions to occasional tangents.

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‘Furious’ Season Finale With Star Emmy Rossum and Creator Liz Meriwether
Q: Is there a North Star for season two?
They discussed potential directions for season two, including continuing character-driven storytelling, pursuing new mysteries, and exploring how the relationships and trauma drive future conflicts, with optimism about continuing the show's distinct tone.
‘Furious’ Season Finale With Star Emmy Rossum and Creator Liz Meriwether
Q: What were your impressions of the finale?
The hosts praised the season finale for its masterful pacing, ambiguity, and emotional breadth, noting Emmy Rossum's standout nonverbal performance and Liz Meriwether's ability to sustain tension while weaving in romance and humor.
‘Furious’ Penultimate Episode and ‘Lanterns’ E2. Plus, ‘Lioness’ S3E4 With Van Lathan.
Q: I didn't prep you for this, but Lanterns Episode 2—what worked best for you about how they relaxed into the show and expanded the space for its characters?
The second episode let the audience breathe a little and gave more time for developing each character's goals and the world-building, which helped us understand who these people are and what they're capable of within the larger arc. It also allowed pacing to balance the mundane with the ambitious, making the world feel bigger without losing the core mystery.
‘Star City’ Season Finale With Creators Ben Nedivi and Matt Wolpert. Plus, Emmy Nominations!
Q: When did you realize that Star City could work as an espionage-focused spinoff with its own distinct genre?
They recognized early on that the Soviet space program offered a fertile ground for a spy thriller, especially since For All Mankind covers the American program, creating room for a very different, Europe-centered espionage angle that could stand on its own.
Gail Simmons on the ‘Top Chef’ Season 23 Finale! Plus, ‘Widow’s Bay’ Episode 9.
Q: What was Gail Simmons' perspective on the final three and the judging criteria in Season 23?
She emphasized that judging is about honoring how chefs cook from the heart within the constraints, noting that the best moments come from authenticity and willingness to take risks rather than chasing perfection.

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A two-host pop culture breakdown focusing on TV, film, and broader entertainment trends. Episodes mix long-form discussions of current prestige TV, streaming strategy, and industry economics with sharp, witty banter and occasional guest voices. Regular threads include in-depth analyses of flagship series, behind-the-scenes production insights, and reflections on awards, franchises, and the evolving media landscape. A standout aspect is the balance between scrupulous critique and humorous, personal storytelling, with frequent references to industry context that can help listeners understand why certain shows succeed or fail and how streaming dynamics shape what reaches audiences.

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2. Emmy Rossum
3. Van Lathan
4. Matt Wolpert
5. Ben Nedivi
6. Reese Evans
7. Katie Dippold
8. Hiro Murai

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