The Prestige TV Podcast

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The Prestige TV Podcast covers the best shows on television with unparalleled passion and expertise. The feed features must-listen commentary from The Ringer’s own Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, Sean Fennessey, Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan, and many more. Subscribe to The Prestige TV Podcast for weekly recaps, comprehensive breakdowns, and exclusive creator & cast interviews.

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‘The Morning Show’ Season 3...

09.14.2023

Bill and Amanda get together to talk about the first two episodes of the new season of Apple TV+'s ‘The Morning Show.’ They begin their conversation by commenting on the heavenly lighting, special effects, and camerawork of the Season 3 ...

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09.14.2023 ‘The Morning Show’ Season 3, Episodes 1 and 2 Recap Bill and Amanda get together to talk about the first two episodes of the new season of Apple TV+'s ‘The Morning Show.’ They begin their conversation by commenting on the heavenly lighting, special effects, and camerawork of the Season 3 ...
08.31.2023 ‘Justified: City Primeval’ Season 1 Finale Recap. Plus, an Interview with Executive Producer Michael Dinner. Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney return to break down the Season 1 finale of ‘Justified: City Primeval.' They recap their overall feelings on the season, share their enthusiasm for the arrival of Boyd Crowder, and hypothesize what a future season ...
08.24.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episode 7 Recap The Albanians are back and it is the penultimate episode of 'Justified: City Primeval'! Joanna and Rob are here to give you all you need to know and predict how the finale will shake out! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob ...
08.17.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episode 6 Recap It's all about a book and so many double-crosses as Joanna and Rob break down the latest episode of 'Justified: City Primeval.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
08.10.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episode 5 Recap Find out what this old rascal Raylan Givens is up to this time in the fifth episode of ‘Justified: City Primeval!’ Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
08.08.2023 ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 3, Episodes 1 and 2 Jo and Mal are back at the Arconia recapping the two-episode premiere of Season 3 of ‘Only Murders in the Building.’ They talk about the murder premise, the new big-name actors, and the musical theater angle on this season before ...
08.07.2023 ‘Winning Time’ Season 2 Episode 1 Recap Chris Ryan and Joe House share their thoughts on the first episode of ‘Winning Time’ Season 2. They discuss the return of the HBO original series and debate whether it’s better or worse to watch the show as an NBA ...
08.05.2023 ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 3 Preview In anticipation of Season 3 of ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ which will premiere two episodes Aug. 8, Jo and Mal recap the best and worst of Seasons 1 and 2, their favorite episodes and bits, and where we left ...
08.04.2023 ‘Hijack’ Episodes 5-7 Recap Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan return to reflect on the second half of Apple TV+’s ‘Hijack,’ including its recent season finale. They discuss the show’s legacy as original IP, what a potential second season might look like, and more. Hosts: ...
08.03.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episode 4 Recap It's time for more hats, bourbon, and Albanians as Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney are here to recap the fourth episode of 'Justified: City Primeval.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad ...
08.02.2023 ‘The O.C.’ 20th Anniversary: Season 1, Episodes 6-7 Joanna and Juliet are joined by Nora Princiotti to discuss two pivotal episodes in the first season of 'The O.C.'—"The Girlfriend" and "The Escape." The three discuss the emerging relationship dynamics between Summer and Seth, Ryan and Marisa, and Sandy, ...
07.30.2023 ‘The O.C.’ 20th Anniversary: Season 1, Episodes 4-5 Jo and Juliet are joined by Alan Sepinwall, author of the upcoming book, ‘Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History.' Before they dive into the episodes, they debate whether ‘The O.C.’ helped create the online recap community, discuss how the ...
07.27.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episode 3 Recap Joanna and Rob return to give us the dance behind the glass and recap the latest episode of 'Justified: City Primeval.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
07.26.2023 'The O.C.' 20th Anniversary: Season 1, Episodes 2 and 3 Bill, Jo, and Juliet continue the 'O.C.’ Hall of Fame tribute by immediately diving into their favorite scenes and overly dated nitpicks for the show’s second episode, "The Model Home." They quickly pivot to its iconic follow-up, "The Gamble," which ...
07.23.2023 'The O.C.' 20th Anniversary: "Pilot" Bill, Juliet, and Joanna get together to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ‘The O.C.’ premiere and begin their conversation by sharing their experiences during both the rewatch of the show and when it first aired in 2003. They then search ...
07.20.2023 ‘Hijack’ Episodes 1-4 Recap Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan give their thoughts on the first half of the Apple TV series ‘Hijack.’ They discuss Idris Elba’s performance and career arc as a leading man in shows and movies, what makes this show work, and ...
07.20.2023 'Justified: City Primeval' Episodes 1 & 2 Recap Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney return to don the hat and take on the mean streets of Detroit in this recap of the two-episode premiere of 'Justified: City Primeval.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn ...
07.18.2023 ‘Justified’ Hall of Fame: “Bloody Harlan” Chris, Mallory, and Joanna come together to revisit “Bloody Harlan,” the Season 2 finale of the Emmy-winning TV series ‘Justified.’ They discuss the underrated legacy of the FX crime drama, why “Bloody Harlan” deserves an induction into the Prestige TV ...
06.30.2023 ‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 9-10 Recap Charles and Van share their thoughts on the final two episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2 and wrap up their coverage of the FX series for this season. They discuss the immense success of the show’s second season, the palpable ...
06.28.2023 ‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 7-8 Recap Charles and Van share their thoughts on the seventh and eighth episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss whether or not this season would have been better served on a weekly release schedule rather than a binge drop, Richie’s ...
06.26.2023 ‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 5-6 Recap Charles and Van share their thoughts on the fifth and sixth episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss why “Fishes” is one of the most exciting TV episodes of the year, and the murderers’ row of surprising cameos, Carmy’s ...
06.24.2023 ‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 3-4 Recap Charles Holmes and Van Lathan share their thoughts on the third and fourth episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss Sydney and Carmy’s complicated relationship and growing discontent for one another, why the emotional intimacy in “Honeydew” makes it ...
06.22.2023 ‘The Bear’ Season 2, Episodes 1-2 Recap Charles Holmes and Van Lathan share their thoughts on the first two episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 2. They discuss the return of the beloved FX series and what it needs to do in order to live up to its ...
06.20.2023 ‘Black Mirror’ Season 6, Episodes 3-5 Recap Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan are back to break down the final three episodes of ‘Black Mirror’ Season 6. They open by talking about series creator Charlie Brooker’s desire to expand the confines of what a ‘Black Mirror’ episode can ...
06.16.2023 ‘Black Mirror’ Season 6, Episodes 1-2 Recap Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan are here to unpack the first two episodes of ‘Black Mirror’ Season 6. They briefly talk about the shows that came before it and that inspired the Netflix anthology series, as well as their thoughts ...
06.09.2023 Bill Hader on the End of ‘Barry’ Sean Fennessey is joined by ‘Barry’ co-creator-star-director Bill Hader to break down the series finale. Host: Sean Fennessey Guest: Bill Hader Producers: Bobby Wagner and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
06.07.2023 ‘Barry’ Season 4, Episodes 6 and 7 With Bill Hader Sean Fennessey is joined by ‘Barry’ co-creator, star, and director Bill Hader to break down the sixth and seventh episodes of the fourth season. Host: Sean Fennessey Guest: Bill Hader Producers: Bobby Wagner and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ...
05.30.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4 Wrap-Up, Plus an Interview With Mark Mylod Joanna Robinson is joined by Van Lathan to share their closing thoughts on ‘Succession’ Season 4 and the HBO series as a whole. They discuss Kendall’s fall from grace this season, how the show’s ending compares to ‘Hamlet,’ and the ...
05.29.2023 ‘Succession’ Series Finale Recap Bill and Sean are back to break down the ‘Succession’ series finale. They discuss how the final episode stuck the landing and stayed true to the show’s themes, what went into Shiv’s last-minute decision to back out, and Kendall’s fate. ...
05.26.2023 'Succession' Series Finale Precap Wos and Rob start the pod by breaking down the individual performances of each of the kids during their the eulogies for Logan Roy and talk about the importance of letting stuff go when facing the finality of life. They ...
05.26.2023 ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2 Finale Recap Mallory and Joanna break down the Season 2 finale of 'Yellowjackets.' They talk about everything that happens in the episode, from the crowning of a new antler queen in the 1996 timeline to a renewed ritual and a shocking death ...
05.22.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 9 Recap Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the penultimate episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss Roman Roy’s disconcerting meltdown at Logan’s funeral, why “Church and State” is a masterpiece episode of television, and the indelible performances across ...
05.19.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 9 Precap Chris and Wos begin their conversation by talking about how humorous and political Episode 8 was compared to the rest of the series and breaking down the current state of mind of each of the siblings. They then examine Justin ...
05.19.2023 ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 8 Recap Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 8: "It Chooses." They start by examining Walter’s motives and where his story might go in the finale. Then, they discuss the confessions of Shauna and Misty in the sharing shack ...
05.15.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 8 Recap Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the eighth episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss the harrowing and accurate portrayal of a presidential election night, Roman’s true nature, and the terrifying impact that the Roy family has ...
05.12.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 8 Precap. Plus! Alexander Skarsgard Drops By to Talk Matsson and Much More! Chris and Wos immediately dive into the brutal balcony fight between Tom and Shiv and detail what it revealed about their relationship throughout the series. They then examine Kendall’s current state of affairs and speculate on what’s coming up in ...
05.12.2023 ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 7 Recap Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 7: "Burial." They get into everyone’s reaction to Lottie’s “intentional community,” Van’s tragic reveal, and the cops finding Adam’s body. They also discuss everything happening in the 1996 timeline, from Shauna ...
05.08.2023 ‘Barry’ Season 4, Episode 5 Recap With Bill Hader Sean Fennessey is joined by ‘Barry’ cocreator-director-star Bill Hader to break down the fifth episode of the season and why he felt like it was time to take a big swing in the narrative structure of the show. Host: Sean ...
05.08.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 7 Recap Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the seventh episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss the brutally honest confrontation between Shiv and Tom and whether the two can actually recover this time, the reveal of Matsson’s bogus ...
05.05.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 7 Precap This week Wos is joined by Rob Mahoney. Their discussion begins by examining the growing cracks in the Roy brothers’ alliance, praising Lukas Matsson’s role as a narrative chaos agent, and talking about some of their favorite scenes from Episode ...
05.05.2023 ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 6 Recap Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 6: "Qui." They break down everything from Callie and Shauna’s interrogation to Misty’s enjoyment of being “famous’ on Lottie’s compound. They also discuss Shauna, Van, and Tai finally joining the rest ...
05.01.2023 ‘Barry’ Season 4, Episode 4 Recap With Bill Hader Sean Fennessey is joined by ‘Barry’ cocreator-director-star Bill Hader to break down the fourth episode of the season, including the various influences Hader drew from in stitching together the episode. Host: Sean Fennessey Guest: Bill Hader Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn ...
05.01.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 6 Recap Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the sixth episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss how this episode effectively satirizes the tech and Hollywood industries, Kendall Roy in rare form onstage, and Lukas Matsson’s strategy to drive ...
04.28.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 6 Precap Chris and Wos start the pod by discussing how Kendall Roy’s transparent fronting was consistently being tested during the Scandinavian trip, and then give flowers to Alexander Skarsgard's excellent portrayal of Lukas Matsson. They later dive into banquet etiquette, the ...
04.27.2023 'Love & Death’ Episodes 1-3 Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney reunite to discuss the true crime drama ‘Love & Death,’ based on the story of Candy Montgomery (1:00). Then Joanna speaks with show writer David E. Kelly and director Lesli Linka Glatter about their collaborative ...
04.24.2023 ‘Barry’ Season 4, Episode 3 Recap With Bill Hader Sean Fennessey is joined by ‘Barry’ cocreator-director-star Bill Hader to break down the third episode of the season, as well as its shocking ending. Host: Sean Fennessey Guest: Bill Hader Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
04.24.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 5 Recap Bill, Sean, and Joanna are back to break down the fifth episode of ‘Succession’ Season 4. They discuss the alarming revelations regarding Lukas Matsson’s personal life and the complicated dynamic between him and the Roy siblings. Along the way, they ...
04.21.2023 ‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 5 Precap Chris and Wos begin their conversation by dissecting the siblings' state of mind in the wake of Logan’s untimely death and Marcia’s icy return to the dramatic fold. After the break, they discuss the day-by-day time layout of the season, ...
04.21.2023 ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 5 Recap Mallory and Joanna break down ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 5: "Two Truths and a Lie." They break down Javi’s return, Lottie’s obsession with Shauna’s baby, and the tragic end to Misty and Crystal’s friendship. Plus, they talk about Randy’s inability ...
04.17.2023 ‘Barry’ Season 4, Episodes 1 and 2 Recap With Bill Hader ‘Barry’ is back for its fourth and final season. Sean Fennessey is joined by the show’s cocreator-star-director, Bill Hader, to break down the first two episodes of the season. Host: Sean Fennessey Guest: Bill Hader Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more ...

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