The Watch

Chris and Andy recap last night's Emmys ceremony, discussing how they felt about the overall broadcast itself (1:00) and whether or not it really matters whether ‘The Bear’ runs in the comedy category (16:28). Then they break down the latest episode of ‘Industry,’ talking about Harper and Yasmin’s face-off and Eric’s continued downward spiral (40:18).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about some entertainment news from the week, including a New York Times article that revealed more details about the power struggle between Bob Iger and Bob Chapek at Disney (1:00) and a Hollywood Reporter article that asked whether or not big-budget adaptations like ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Rings of Power’ will ever be able to fully satisfy fans (22:03). Then they recap this week’s episode of ‘Slow Horses’ (33:25), before Chris is joined by Touché Amoré’s Jeremy Bolm to talk about the making of the band’s forthcoming album, ‘Spiral in a Straight Line’ (44:05).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Jeremy Bolm

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris gives you your fall TV night lineup, including shows like the new Adam Pally comedy 'Mr. Throwback' and the BBC cop drama 'Blue Lights' (1:00). Then, Chris and Andy break down the latest episode of 'Industry,' talking about how Rob has emerged as one of the few people to root for this season (17:38) and the imagery and themes that were present throughout this episode (35:57).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about a blog post George R.R. Martin wrote criticizing the changes 'House of the Dragon' made to the book (1:00) and discuss Rolling Stone's recently released 100 best TV episodes of all time list (17:15). Then they talk about the new FX comedy 'English Teacher' and what makes the show a "bread-and-butter" sitcom (22:35). Finally, they talk about the premiere of Season 4 of 'Slow Horses,' streaming TV's most reliable drama (32:45).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about this week's Rishi-centric episode of 'Industry.' They talk about how this episode was the show's version of 'Uncut Gems' (1:00), how the power dynamics between characters in 'Industry' are constantly changing (15:28), and why in 'Industry' the viewer doesn't have to fully understand the workings of the finance world, they just have to understand how the people in that world are reacting to it (28:10).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Oasis will be reuniting for a 14-date tour in the U.K. and Ireland next year (1:00) and the cancellation of ‘The Acolyte’ after just one season (19:03). Then they talk about ‘Homicide: Life on the Street,’ which was recently added to Peacock (24:03), and how a ’90s police drama somehow manages to be better than any TV show released this year (39:01).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy break down the latest episode of 'Industry' and the increased momentum that comes from having the whole cast together in Switzerland (1;00). Then they open up the mailbag and answer questions about their favorite shows of the year so far (30:26), the best books they've read recently, and their songs of the summer (37:11).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about the success of ‘Alien: Romulus’ at the box office this weekend and how it increasingly seems like franchise movies are the only sure bet in the industry (1:00). Then they talk about some news from the TV world, including the announcement of Michaela Coel’s next TV show (19:43), before breaking down the latest episode of ‘Industry’ (29:32).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Paramount Television Studios is being closed as Paramount begins to merge with Skydance (1:00). Then they talk about some of the news that came out during Disney’s D23 expo, including the trailer for the newest 'Star Wars' series, ‘Skeleton Crew’ (10:36). Finally, they discuss the first two episodes of the new Apple TV+ series ‘Bad Monkey,’ which stars Vince Vaughn and a lot of nice shots of the Florida Keys (25:46).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy discuss the premiere of 'Industry.' They talk about why this show might be the defining drama of the 2020s (16:56), the introduction of Kit Harington as tech founder Henry Muck, the way 'Industry' lets guest stars shine (39:11), and why this show benefits from throwing the audience into the story with little preamble (52:08).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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