The Watch

Chris and Andy talk about the potential ripple effects of the DC Studios shakeup and what the new direction under former Marvel executive Jeremy Latcham might look like (2:53). Then, they react to Pitchfork’s “The 100 Best Indie Rock Albums of All Time” list (23:29). Later, they discuss ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 6 (39:31). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (51:22). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Bex Donnelly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy talks about the shocking news that co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down from DC and what the seismic development means for the studio (1:49). Later, Andy is joined by ‘Nobody Wants This’ stars Timothy Simons and Justine Lupe to discuss their on-screen chemistry, how they’re involved with the writing process, what it feels like to become the romantic leads, shooting in Los Angeles, and more (10:59). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Host: Andy Greenwald Guest: Timothy Simons and Justine Lupe Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the midterm election results and its potential impact on popular culture (2:16). Later, they discuss the Season 2 premiere of ‘Black Doves’ (27:07) and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 5 (39:46). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Chris Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about “A Story of Derry,” a surprise Halloween episode of ‘It: Welcome to Derry,’ and why they think more shows should experiment with bonus drops (10:16). Along the way, they react to Curry Barker’s new short film (19:11) and the news that NBC is developing a gender-swapped police procedural inspired by ‘The Great Gatsby’ (32:29). Then they preview a handful of upcoming shows, including ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,’ ‘Black Doves,’ ‘Blade Runner 2099,’ and more (37:35). Later, Chris is joined by Sharon Horgan, creator and star of ‘Youth,’ to talk about the inception of the series, centering London as a character, why she writes likable yet flawed characters, and so much more (01:00:57). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guest: Sharon Horgan Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the news that HBO is developing a limited series starring Sarah Snook based on Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘The Birds’ (2:28). Then they discuss the Apple TV crime drama ‘Nocturne’ (19:53) and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 4 (31:18). Later, Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to remember Patrick Stewart (45:12) before breaking down a couple of recent horror releases in ‘Carrie’ (49:09) and ‘Crystal Lake’ (01:02:21). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guest: Joanna Robinson Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Trevor Rabone and Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the Bloomberg report that revealed that Netflix subscribers are spending less time on the platform and the potential reasons for that shift (2:40). Later, they discuss the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 finale (24:47) and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 3 (39:34). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Trevor Rabone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris is joined by ‘East of Eden’ creator Zoe Kazan to discuss her deep connection to the John Steinbeck epic, the process of adapting such a monumental text for the screen, why the Lee character was so important for them to get right, how they landed on the stunning look of the show, what drew her to ‘Lonesome Dove,’ and much more (1:52). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Host: Chris Ryan Guest: Zoe Kazan Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Remy Hernandez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about Netflix’s most recent round of layoffs and what the major shakeup means for the streaming titan (1:06). They also talk about the news that Antonio Banderas will be joining Nicolas Cage in ‘True Detective’ Season 5 (19:57) and Hulu's series order of Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ reboot (21:33). Later, they discuss the first two episodes of ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2 (25:57) and the ‘VisionQuest’ series premiere (38:13). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (53:40). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Remy Hernandez The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about ‘The Land’ trailer (2:31), the news that HBO’s ‘Girls’ is coming back in the form of a five-episode limited run (13:15), and the ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ trailer (21:27). Later, they discuss ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6, Episode 5 (27:44) and the last three episodes of ‘East of Eden’ (38:33). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger officially closing and what’s next for the two iconic studios that are now under the Skydance umbrella (3:50). Then they react to the trailer for ‘The Altruists,’ a Netflix limited series detailing the rise and fall of FTX, starring Julia Garner (16:54). Along the way, they discuss how an episode sequencing decision changed the ‘Lanterns’ story (24:09). Later, they break down the first four episodes of ‘East of Eden’ (33:17) and ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6, Episode 4 (01:02:10). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (01:11:14). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Lanterns’ season finale and why it was a near-perfect season of superhero television (1:16). Later, Chris reacts to the announcement of ‘Sicario 3’ (31:43) and the new ‘Miami Vice’ ending from director Michael Mann’s final cut (36:15) before opening up the mailbag to answer a couple of listener questions (46:19). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the news that streaming executive Cindy Holland is leaving Paramount ahead of the company’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery and what that means for HBO head Casey Bloys (2:11). Then they discuss a pair of new shows in HBO’s ‘War’ (23:54) and Netflix’s ‘East of Eden’ adaptation (30:08). Later, they recap ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6, Episode 3 (39:55). Finally, they highlight a handful of shows that didn’t make The New York Times’ “100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century” list (49:53). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about Jon Watts directing the next ‘Star Wars’ film, which will be the next chapter in the Skywalker saga (2:19). Then they discuss ‘Lanterns’ Episode 7 (14:41). Later, Chris is joined by Van Lathan to break down the ‘Lioness’ Season 3 finale and look back at the season as a whole (36:56). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guest: Van Lathan Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Trevor Rabone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris is joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about the series announcements that came out of Netflix’s first ever UK Upfront presentation (2:09), ‘The Beast in Me’ returning for a second season despite being marketed as a limited series (13:58), and increasing price hikes across streaming services (21:23). Then they discuss the HBO series premiere of ‘Youth,’ starring Sharon Horgan (30:43) and ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6, Episode 2 (43:35). Later, they react to The New York Times’ “100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century” list and reveal their own ballots (54:35). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Host: Chris Ryan Guest: Joanna Robinson Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jason Arreola Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about Paramount reaching a settlement with state attorneys general over an antitrust lawsuit, bringing the David Ellison-owned studio one step closer to the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (1:59). Then they react to HBO winning a bidding war for a new drama series starring Javier Bardem (19:36). Later, they discuss ‘Lanterns’ Episode 6 (29:49). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (56:26). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jason Arreola Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 premiere, the consistent excellence of the series for the past several years, and why this season feels special (2:30). Later, Chris is joined by Chuck Klosterman to talk about his upcoming book, ‘Rock*: A Mainstream Alternative History of Alternative Mainstream Music’; why he was drawn to speculative nonfiction as a genre; his personal relationship to the Velvet Underground; and more (25:36). Click here to preorder Chuck Klosterman’s book! Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Guest: Chuck Klosterman Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jon Jones and Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about what worked (and what didn’t) from the Emmys broadcast (1:43). Then they react to the dominance of ‘Widow’s Bay,’ Rhea Seehorn’s surprising win, and more of the night’s biggest winners and losers (22:42). Later, they discuss ‘Lanterns’ Episode 5 (48:30). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about Netflix’s announcement of a new ‘Lonesome Dove’ adaptation from ‘East of Eden’ showrunners Zoe Kazan and Jeb Stuart (2:05). Then they preview the Emmys by predicting which shows (and actors) will win the major categories (32:40). Later, they discuss the Season 2 premiere of ‘The Paper’ (53:57). Finally, The Watch: After Dark (01:07:06). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk briefly about some of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards that were handed out over the weekend and what they foreshadow for this coming weekend’s Emmy Awards (2:40). Then they preview some of the fall television they’re most excited for, including returning shows like ‘The Lowdown’ and ‘Black Doves’ (14:31) and some new shows like ‘Small Prophets’ and ‘Youth,’ from creator Sharon Horgan (26:04). Then they break down the latest episode of ‘Lanterns’ (44:07) before ‘Lioness’ After Dark (01:03:57). Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producer: Kaya McMullen Video Production and Editing: Jon Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about Tom Hardy’s return to ‘MobLand’ (and rap) (2:55), a Dungeons & Dragons live-action TV series from John August and Alfonso Cuarón in development at Netflix (11:19), and the ‘East of Eden’ trailer (19:47). Then, they discuss ‘The Gentlemen’ Season 2 (26:20) and ‘Lanterns’ Episode 3 (44:28). Later, they share a few more things they’re watching, reading, and listening to (01:02:26). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Follow us on IG and TikTok! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices