The Sweet Smell of Succession

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What's The Sweet Smell of Succession about?

In this unofficial recap podcast, David Chen and Tara Ariano break down every episode of the hit HBO original series Succession.

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The Sweet Smell of Succession episodes:

03.22.2023
Decoding TV: Succession Season 3 Look-Back and Season 4 Preview
In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David Chen is joined by Kim Renfro to discuss: Why is it we love Succession so much? Where we left off with each of the Roy characters at the end of season 3 Jesse Armstrong’s comments on...
03.21.2023
Where you can find our Succession coverage this year
Succession is ending! And sadly, due to logistical reasons, this podcast won't be continuing in its current form. Instead, you'll be able to find David and Tara covering Succession as the following places: Head on over to Decider to see Tara's recaps...
05.09.2022
Trailer: Blood Ties - Strange Days
AD: Our family members are not always who we think. When Eleonore Richland exposed her father’s dark legacy, she vowed to clean up the family business – and hired her half-brother, Santino Reyes, to help her do it. But old...
03.14.2022
Trailer: WeCrashed Director’s Cut
AD: The founders of WeWork thought they were on the brink of making history. The company was valued at $47 billion dollars, ready for a huge IPO, and its charismatic CEO Adam Neumann believed he was going to change the...
12.13.2021
S3 Ep9: Succession S3E09 - All the Bells Say
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 9 of Succession, “All The Bells Say.” This week’s episode is brought to you courtesy of our sponsors, Quip, and Warby Parker: Go to getquip.com/succession and get your first refill FREE. Try 5 pairs of glasses...
12.06.2021
S3 Ep8: Succession S3E08 - Chiantishire
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 8 of Succession, "Chiantishire." Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview show, Culturally Relevant
11.29.2021
S3 Ep7: Succession S3E07 - Too Much Birthday
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 7 of Succession, "Too Much Birthday." Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview show, Culturally Relevant
11.22.2021
S3 Ep6: Succession S3E06 - What It Takes
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 6 of Succession, "What It Takes." This episode of the podcast is sponsored by Warby Parker: Try Warby Parker’s free Home Try-On program. Order 5 pairs of glasses to try at home for free for...
11.15.2021
S3 Ep5: Succession S3E05 - Retired Janitors of Idaho
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 5 of Succession, "Retired Janitors of Idaho." Time article about Succession's accuracy New York Times article on Shari/Sumner Redstone succession battle What to feed rabbits Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra...
11.08.2021
S3 Ep4: Succession S3E04 - Lion in the Meadow
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 4 of Succession, "Lion in the Meadow." Lili Loofbourow's piece about Shiv Roy at Slate Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview...
11.01.2021
S3 Ep3: Succession S3E03 - The Disruption
Tara and David recap season 3 episode 3 of Succession, "The Disruption." Thanks to our sponsor this week, Quip! Go to getquip.com/succession and get your first refill FREE. Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow...
10.25.2021
S3 Ep2: Succession S3E02 - Mass In Time Of War
NOTE: This episode contains spoilers for The White Lotus Season 1. Tara and David recap season 3 episode 2 of Succession, "Mass in Time of War." Learn about the Ozy media saga Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast,...
10.18.2021
S3 Ep1: Succession S3E01 - Secession
Tara and David recap the Season 3 premiere of Succession, "Secession." Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview show, Culturally Relevant
10.15.2021
Succession Season 3 Preview
Tara and David are back with another season of "The Sweet Smell of Succession!" In this episode, they reflect on the last 2 seasons and what they're looking forward to in season 3. We'll be back on Monday with our...
10.14.2019
S2 Ep10: Succession S2E10 - This Is Not For Tears
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 10 of Succession, "This Is Not For Tears." Shownotes (52:30) Winners and Losers, and Quote of the Week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out...
10.07.2019
S2 Ep9: Succession S2E09 - DC
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 9 of Succession, "DC." Shownotes (52:00) Winners and Losers, and Quote of the Week Read the definitive analysis of Kendall Roy's rap Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David...
09.30.2019
S2 Ep8: Succession S2E08 - Dundee
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 8 of Succession, "Dundee." Shownotes (1:00:00) Winners and Losers of the week (1:03:45) Quote of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview...
09.23.2019
S2 Ep7: Succession S2E07 - Return
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 7 of Succession, "Return." Shownotes (45:35) Winners and Losers of the week (53:05) Quote of the week Read about Jeremy Strong's performance in Succession Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow...
09.16.2019
S2 Ep6: Succession S2E06 - Argestes
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 6 of Succession, "Argestes." Shownotes (48:30) Winners and Losers of the week (55:15) Quote of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's interview...
09.09.2019
S2 Ep5: Succession S2E05 - Tern Haven
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 5 of Succession, "Tern Haven." Shownotes (02:24) Recap (58:15) Winners and Losers of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. This podcast is powered by Simplecast, a great way to start your own podcast. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's...
08.30.2019
S2 Ep4: Succession S2E04 - Safe Room
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 4 of Succession, "Safe Room." Shownotes (00:05) Follow-ups (08:40) Recap (42:40) Winners and Losers of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. This podcast is powered by Simplecast, a great way to start your own podcast. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out...
08.26.2019
S2 Ep3: Succession S2E03 - Hunting
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 3 of Succession, "Hunting." Shownotes (00:24) Recap (52:00) Winners and Losers of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. This podcast is powered by Simplecast, a great way to start your own podcast. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV...
08.19.2019
S2 Ep2: Succession S2E02 - The Vaulter
Tara and David recap season 2 episode 2 of Succession, "The Vaulter." Shownotes (00:24) Recap (50:10) Winners and Losers of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. This podcast is powered by Simplecast, a great way to start your own podcast. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's...
08.12.2019
S2 Ep1: Succession S2E01 - The Summer Palace
Tara and David recap the Season 2 premiere of Succession, "The Summer Palace." Shownotes (00:40) Recap (50:34) Winners and Losers of the week Email us at successionpodcast(At)gmail(dot)com. Follow Tara on Twitter Check out Tara's TV podcast, Extra Hot Great Follow David on Twitter Check out David's...
07.25.2019
S1: Season 1 Recap
David and Tara are making a Succession podcast! In this preview episode, they recap Season 1 and talk about what they're most looking forward to in Season 2.

What's The Sweet Smell of Succession about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Sweet Smell of Succession episodes:

Decoding TV: Succession Season 3 Look-Back and Season 4 Preview

Where you can find our Succession coverage this year

Trailer: Blood Ties - Strange Days

Trailer: WeCrashed Director’s Cut

S3 Ep9: Succession S3E09 - All the Bells Say

S3 Ep8: Succession S3E08 - Chiantishire

S3 Ep7: Succession S3E07 - Too Much Birthday

S3 Ep6: Succession S3E06 - What It Takes

S3 Ep5: Succession S3E05 - Retired Janitors of Idaho

S3 Ep4: Succession S3E04 - Lion in the Meadow

S3 Ep3: Succession S3E03 - The Disruption

S3 Ep2: Succession S3E02 - Mass In Time Of War

S3 Ep1: Succession S3E01 - Secession

Succession Season 3 Preview

S2 Ep10: Succession S2E10 - This Is Not For Tears

S2 Ep9: Succession S2E09 - DC

S2 Ep8: Succession S2E08 - Dundee

S2 Ep7: Succession S2E07 - Return

S2 Ep6: Succession S2E06 - Argestes

S2 Ep5: Succession S2E05 - Tern Haven

S2 Ep4: Succession S2E04 - Safe Room

S2 Ep3: Succession S2E03 - Hunting

S2 Ep2: Succession S2E02 - The Vaulter

S2 Ep1: Succession S2E01 - The Summer Palace

S1: Season 1 Recap