Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for 'The Last of Us' Season 2 that was released this week (1:00), the new Natasha Rothwell comedy 'How to Die Alone' (23:07), and the latest episode of 'Slow Horses' (37:44). Then they are joined by Brian Jordan Alvarez to talk about the making of his series 'English Teacher' and how veteran comedy TV writer Paul Simms helped him bring it to the screen (49:32).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Brian Jordan Alvarez

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about the first episode of 'The Penguin,' which, despite its star power and high production value, unfortunately feels like another IP slog (1:00). Then they break down 'Industry' S3E7 and discuss whether the show's ultimate question is if any of the characters will be willing or able to break free (26:57). They are then joined by Ken Leung to talk about Eric's betrayal of Adler in this episode and the discoveries he makes as an actor while working on the show (52:25).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Ken Leung

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that Nicole Kidman will be starring in yet another series for Amazon and why she seems to be so prevalent in prestige TV right now (1:00). Then they talk about the first two episodes of ‘Agatha All Along’ and how the campiness and lightness of the show is what Marvel television needs right now (13:49). Finally, they recap the latest episode of ‘Slow Horses’ (37:07).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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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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