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On this week's episode, Ben, Libby, and Leo talk about Sundance (where Leo was in attendance heading up IndieWire's Sundance Studio, where 87 interviews were recorded over the course of four days) and what potential value it can bring to projects included in its Indie Episodic program. Additionally, Libby discusses her trip to the DGAs, Ben delves into what this week's Nic Pizzolatto/HBO split means for the future of 'True Detective,' and everyone makes their Super Bowl picks.

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On this week's episode of Millions of Screens, Ben, Libby, and Leo talk about the second half of the Television Critics Association's Press Tour, where Ben and Libby have spent what likely seems like the last month, focusing on Apple TV+'s inaugural session and HBO Max's somewhat confusing presentation on what exactly will be included when the streamer launches. Additional topics on this week's episode include which shows are currently in the Emmy driver's seat after reviewing what the guilds have chosen to celebrate, with Libby reporting back from her time at the ACE Eddies, the PGA Awards, and the SAG Awards. Also, Ben's befuddlement returns, as he was able to sit down with showrunner Richard Price and ask why and how anyone would turn Stephen King's 'The Outsider' into a show.

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On this week's post Golden Globes episode, Ben, Libby, and Leo discuss the various highs (Ramy Youssef, 'Succession') and lows (Ricky Gervais, Russell Crowe's win for 'The Loudest Voice') of this year's ceremony. Ben and Libby also discuss their various post-Globes party stops, and why Quibi (which has yet to give Libby a show) isn't at TCAs.

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On this week's episode, Ben, Libby, and Leo talk about Netflix’s most popular movies and shows (well, one popular show that’s also Leo’s favorite show of all time), the truncated television press schedule dictated by an early Oscars, and share their picks for Sunday's Golden Globes ceremony. 

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On this week's podcast, Libby, Ben, and Leo sat down with Damon Lindelof, creator, executive producer, and showrunner of HBO's 'Watchmen' in advance of the show's finale. Over the course of the conversation, Damon discussed audience expectations, the fate of Lube Man (and his unseen sidekick), the impetus behind American Hero Story, if there was ever a plan for PeteyPedia to include video assets, how he built the 'Watchmen' writers' room, Liza Richardson's work as music supervisor and how she worked in concert with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, how other shows in the current television landscape like 'Atlanta,' 'Legion,' and 'Mr. Robot'  impacted the story he and the writers wanted to tell, as well as a slight tangent into Paul's Boutique's place in the Beastie Boys' discography. We also do our due diligence, and ask the obligatory "Will There Be A Season 2 of 'Watchmen?'

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On this week's episode, Libby, Ben, and Leo take a closer look at Monday's Golden Globe nominations, focusing on those selections that surprised or disheartened them. They also take a look at HBO's 'Watchmen' ratings and talk about 'The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay' getting a series commitment at Showtime.

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On this week's episode, Ben, Libby, and Leo talk through Ben's Best TV of 2019 list, where "Fleabag" claimed the number 1 spot, and delve into why we either enjoy/dread putting lists together, and what exactly we're seeking when we click on someone else's lists. Plus, we prognosticate about what insane nominations the HFPA may unleash unto the world Monday, and what the SAG Awards are likely to do two days later. 

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On this week's Thanksgiving-themed episode, Ben, Libby, and Leo discuss the elements of the 2019 television industry that they're thankful for, including but not limited to, living in the era of "too much tv," great second seasons, and Werner Herzog's continued presence on Disney+'s 'The Mandalorian.' We also coin the phrase, "The Reginaissance." And speaking of Regina King, we dig a bit more into this past Sunday's episode of 'Watchmen,' aptly titled, "This Extraordinary Being." Also, Libby regales us with tales from The Paley Honors: A Special Tribute to Television’s Comedy Legends, which featured speeches from noted comedy luminaries Bob Newhart, Lily Tomlin, Carl Reiner, Carol Burnett, and Norman Lear. 

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On this week's episode, Libby, Ben, and Leo invite the star and directors of Netflix's 'Living With Yourself' Paul Rudd, Jonathan Dayton, and Valerie Faris onto the pod as their inaugural guests. During their conversation, which took place over various sparkling waters, Rudd revealed using 'Celery Man' as an inspiration for his take on playing multiple versions of the same person, Dayton and Faris outlined some of the technical issues they encountered in trying to capture two Paul Rudds in a single frame, and everyone agreed that the stark contrast of comedy and tragedy within the original scripts is what attracted them to the project. Additionally, we chat about Netflix's upcoming David Fincher-helmed 'Chinatown' prequel, ask why Damon Lindelof hates dogs, and issue our first correction (kinda).

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