The Finale Pod

Grab your army jacket and record collection because we're taking a trip down memory lane with The Finale Pod! We are discussing Linnea's pick: the Season 1 finale (and series finale) of Freaks & Geeks. We're all about the heartfelt send-offs as Lindsay Weir makes a life-changing decision to ditch an academic summit for the Grateful Dead tour, capturing the spirit of teenage rebellion. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on a show that ended much too soon, Freaks and Geeks!

We start our recap discussion at the 18:00 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission where we confes if we were more freak or more geek (or neither!) in high school.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Show Name is 8.567.

Network: NBC Genre: Period teen drama; Comedy drama Created by: Paul Feig Executive producer: Judd Apatow Starring: Linda Cardellini, James Franco, Seth Rogen, Jason Segel, Busy Philipps, Samm Levine Release: September 25, 1999 – October 17, 2000

The next finale we will review is also Linnea's pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of My So-Called Life. Expect deep dives into teenage angst and reflections on poignant voiceovers!

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The Finale Pod is "On Air" for our final episode of our 2nd season! We are discussing Alex's pick: the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. We cover what happens when a tech billionaire wants to buy a legacy media company and the fallout from withholding evidence from the FBI–yikes! Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Morning Show!

We start our recap discussion at the 13:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about if we are morning show people (or not).

The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show is 6.267.

Network: Apple TV+

Genre: Drama; Satire; Tragicomedy

Starring: Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Jon Hamm

Join us in a few months for Season 3 of The Finale Pod!

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It's time to podcast about fictional NYC crime-busting podcasters! We are discussing Linnea's pick: the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. The curtain lifts on the premiere of Death Rattle Dazzle and our lovable true crime podcasters have seemingly cracked the case of who killed Ben Glenroy. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Only Murders in the Building!

We start our recap discussion at the 23:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our absolute favorite podcasts.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in The Building is 7.40.

Network: Hulu

Genre: Comedy-drama; Mystery thriller

Created by: Steve Martin; John Hoffman

Starring: Steve Martin; Martin Short; Selena Gomez

The next finale we will review is Alex's pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. The future of the UBA network is up in the air, loyalties are pushed to the brink, and we have MANY opinions. Can't wait!

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We've NEVER been more excited for The Finale Pod to be back! We are discussing Lauren's pick: the Season 4 finale of Never Have I Ever. Devi's headed off to the college of her dreams and the gang's all celebrating one last time at Nirmala's wedding. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Never Have I Ever!

We start our recap discussion at the 16:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission with our own "Never Have I Ever" game.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 4 finale of Show Name is 7.400.

Network: Netflix

Genre: Comedy drama; Coming-of-age; Teen drama

Created by: Mindy Kaling, Lang Fisher

Narrated by: John McEnroe

The next finale we will review is Linnea's pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. Let's "Death Rattle Dazzle" next week!

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The Finale Pod is back to talk hitmen and hostages! We are discussing Linnea's pick: the Season 4 finale of Barry. After landing in Los Angeles, Barry has his final showdown with frienemy Fuches, to save his wife and son who've been taken hostage. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Barry!

We start our recap discussion at the 17:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our own experience acting and on-screen work.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 4 finale of Barry is 6.633.

Network: HBO / Max

Genre: Comedy drama; Psychological drama; Tragicomedy

Starring: Bill Hader, Sarah Goldberg, Henry Winkler

The next finale we will review is Lauren's pick and she chose the Season 4 finale of Never Have I Ever. We've NEVER been so happy to talk about high schoolers in Sherman Oaks!

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Diplomacy, Ambassadors, and The Finale Pod, oh my! We are discussing Alex's pick: the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat. We discuss how US ambassador to the UK Kate Wyler defuses an international crisis and adjusts to her new place in the spotlight, AND that red dress moment. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Diplomat!

We start our recap discussion at the 22:10 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about where we'd be diplomats if we had the choice.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat is 5.933.

Network: Netflix

Genre: Drama; Political thriller

Starring: Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi

The next finale we will review is Linnea's pick and she chose the Season 4 finale of Barry. He's a hitman searching for some direction and we're breaking it down.

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Where's the beef? It's here on The Finale Pod! We are discussing Lauren's pick: the Season 1 finale of Beef. Amy and Danny are stuck in the Malibu wilderness, tripping on wild berries, finally sharing their vulnerable sides with each other, and we're breaking it all down. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Beef!

We start our recap discussion at the 20:37 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about road rage.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Beef is 7.633.

Network: Netflix

Genre: Dark comedy; Comedy-drama; Psychological drama

Created by: Lee Sung Jin

The next finale we will review is Alex's pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat. We're headed to the UK to sort out an international crisis!

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The verdict is out and The Finale Pod will see you in court! We are discussing Linnea's pick: the season finale of Jury Duty. After hearing a shocking revelation from Judge Rosen, the lovable juror Ronald Gladden takes a behind-the-scenes look at how the civil trial he participated in was all fabricated. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Jury Duty!

We start our recap discussion at the 21:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about pranks we've pulled.

The overall TFP rating for the season finale of Jury Duty is 8.467.

Network: Amazon Freevee

Genre: Reality Television Hoax

Created by: Lee Eisenberg; Gene Stupnitsky

The next finale we will review is Lauren's pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of Beef. xx.

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May we present the magnificent, the magical, the marvelous Finale Pod! We are discussing Alex's pick: the Season 5 finale of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Midge gets her big break on The Gordon Ford Show and we're here to break it all down. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel!

We start our recap discussion at the 16:20 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about comedy shows on a first date.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 5 finale of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is 8.433.

Network: Amazon Prime Video

Genre: Comedy drama; period drama

Created by: Amy Sherman-Palladino

The next finale we will review is Linnea's pick and she chose the Season finale of Jury Duty. 12 jurors, 11 actors, 3 podcasters with 1 epic finale review.

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The Finale Pod returns to discuss The Bear! It was our highest rated finale last season and we just had to see how this one compares. Today we cover Lauren's pick: the Season 2 finale of The Bear. Carmy, Sydney, Richie and the crew finally open their restaurant, but it wouldn't be these guys if everything went smoothly… and we're hear to "dish" about the details. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Bear!

We start our recap discussion at the 17:00 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about Michelin star restaurants.

The overall TFP rating for the Season 2 finale of The Bear is 9.233.

Network: Hulu

Genre: Comedy-drama

Created by: Christopher Storer

The next finale we will review is Linnea's pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of Jury Duty. 12 jurors. 11 actors. 3 podcasters with 1 epic finale review.

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