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Still Watching

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Join Vanity Fair's Richard Lawson, Chris Murphy, and Hillary Busis as they recap and analyze the most exciting series on TV and streaming, and get the inside story on how they came together through interviews with television stars and creators. 

Get in touch, email us at stillwatching@vanityfair.com

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Episodes

Fall TV: American Vandal, Season 2 with Tyler Alvarez

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are taking time before a new season of Still Watching to survey the Fall TV landscape and catch up with some returning favorites. This week, American Vandal, Season 2 is on Netflix. The Peabody Award winning series follows up the mystery of who drew the dicks with another true crime story from high school. This time Peter and Sam head to a private Catholic High School to solve the poop-related crimes. This week's interview is with actor Tyler Alvarez, who plays...

Sep 17, 201857 minSeason 4Ep. 2

Fall TV: Ozark

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are taking time before a new season of Still Watching to survey the Fall TV landscape and catch up with some returning favorites. This week, Richard introduces Joanna to Ozark, the Netflix crime series that follows the Byrdes (Jason Bateman and Laura Linney) who move to the Missouri Ozarks and become entangled in shady business like money laundering and drug cartels. This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-...

Sep 10, 20181 hrSeason 4Ep. 1

Sharp Objects - "Milk" with Marti Noxon, Eliza Scanlen, and Jean Marc Vallee

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Milk" the eighth and final episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects . Camille offers herself to Adora to try and save Amma. The solution to the mystery is revealed. This week's episode includes three interviews - series creator Marti Noxon, actor Eliza Scanlen (Amma), and series director Jean Marc Vallee. Marti Noxon interview begins at 13 minutes and 38 seconds in. Eliza Scanlen interview begins at 50 minutes in. Jean Marc Vallee interview beg...

Aug 27, 20181 hr 30 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Sharp Objects - "Falling" with Patricia Clarkson

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Falling" the seventh episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects . Consequences from last week's party begin to reveal a dark secret at the heart of Camille's family. This week's interview is actor Patricia Clarkson who talks about dancing and bringing Adora to life without having read the book. Interview begins at 52 and a half minutes in. Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 13 minutes in. This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad c...

Aug 20, 20181 hr 39 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Sharp Objects - "Cherry" with Eliza Scanlen

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Cherry" the sixth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. The mystery deepens. John Keene gets taunted. Jackie is questioned. Camille and Amma spend some quality time together. This week's interview is actor Eliza Scanlen who discusses roller skating and making "nice girl Amma" different from rebellious Amma. Interview begins at 1 hour, 15 minutes. Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 40 minutes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...

Aug 13, 20181 hr 47 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Sharp Objects - "Closer" with Chris Messina

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Closer" the fifth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. It's time to celebrate Calhoun Day in Wind Gap. Adora forces a shop to open on the holiday. Amma rolls into her performance. Camille and Richard have an encounter. This week's interview is actor Chris Messina who discusses the surprising end scene for Detective Dick, and building up the character of Richard beyond his portrayal in the novel. Interview begins at 1 hour, 3 minutes. Spoil...

Aug 06, 20181 hr 45 minSeason 3Ep. 6

SPONSORED: The Sinner Season 2, Part I

Emma Stefansky and Matt Singer discuss the first episode of the new season of the limited series The Sinner in this special limited podcast series, sponsored by USA Network. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Aug 02, 201823 min

Sharp Objects - "Ripe" with Elizabeth Perkins

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Ripe" the fourth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. Adora's hand is injured, Jackie appears at a boozy lunch, Alan gets Vickery a drink. A tough conversation between Camille and the detective opens up another painful chapter in her life. This week's interview is actor Elizabeth Perkins who delves into how the show's point of view changes how scenes make the final edit, and hitting the pitch perfect balance between comedy and melancholy t...

Jul 30, 20181 hr 37 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Sharp Objects - "Fix"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Fix," the third episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. We finally get to learn more about Sydney Sweeney's mysterious Alice who has been popping up in the first couple episodes. Camillie plays two sides against the middle while Adora gets in the way. Amma takes a field trip. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jul 23, 20181 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Sharp Objects - "Dirt" with Gillian Flynn

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Dirt," the second episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. A funeral in Wind Gap reveals that getting to the bottom of the mystery and Camille's family drama is like...pulling teeth. This week's interview is with author Gillian Flynn who is executive producing the series and reveals how the HBO adaptation is adding and accentuating from her original novel. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...

Jul 16, 20181 hr 29 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Sharp Objects - "Vanish"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Vanish," the first episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. In the episode adapted for the screen by author Gillian Flynn, we meet Camille and are introduced to the mystery she'll need to solve in her old hometown of Wind Gap. Her mother's house is nuts. Alan has a stereo. Amma sometimes wears a ribbon. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jul 09, 20181 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Introducing Still Watching: Sharp Objects

Vanity Fair critic Richard Lawson and senior writer Joanna Robinson preview the new subject of Still Watching - HBO's adaptation of a Gillian Flynn novel, Sharp Objects. The series starts Sunday, July 8th. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jul 02, 201812 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Westworld - S2, Episode 10: "The Passenger" with Shannon Woodward and Fred Toye

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson reach the end of Ford's long season two game deep in the Forge for the tenth episode of Westworld season two, "The Passenger." Stories converge where The Forge meets The Valley Beyond. Dolores whereabouts are revealed. Bernard's timeline is settled. Old William faces some dire consequences. This week's interviews are Shannon Woodward, who talks about playing Elsie this season, and Executive Producer and director of this episode Fred Toye who tries to answer som...

Jun 25, 20181 hr 59 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Westworld - Season 2 Finale Teaser Breakdown

Joanna Robinson is joined by Insider Senior Culture Writer Kim Renfro to dig absolutely all the clues out of the HBO preview for next Sunday's season two finale "The Passenger." From aspect ratio watching to the differences between The Forge and The Cradle, they've got everyone covered. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jun 19, 201856 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Westworld - S2, Episode 9: "Vanishing Point" with Angela Sarafyan and Katja Herbers

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson diver deeper into the tragedy of the Man in Black for "Vanishing Point," the ninth episode of the second season of Westworld. Emily and William reach an impasse. Elise and Bernard escape the Mesa. Clementine is weaponized. This week's episode has two interviews - Angela Sarafyan who plays Clementine and Katja Herbers who plays Emily Delos in season two. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...

Jun 18, 20181 hr 37 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Westworld - S2, Episode 8: "Kiksuya" with Zahn McClarnon

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson jump back in time for "Kiksuya," the eighth episode of the second season of Westworld. We meet Akecheta of the Ghost Nation. Maeve's abilities are discovered. This week's interview is Zahn McClarnon, who plays Akecheta and talks about doing an episode in Lakota, plus the particulars of playing a host. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jun 11, 20181 hr 25 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Westworld - S2, Episode 7: "Les Écorchés" with Jeffrey Wright

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson massacre the Mesa for "Les Écorchés," the seventh episode of the second season of Westworld. Dolores and Teddy kill on the way to Abernathy. Bernard exits the Cradle. Maeve encounters the Man in Black. This week's interview is Jeffrey Wright, who talks about acting different time periods and versions of Bernard's character. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jun 04, 20181 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Westworld - S2, Episode 6: "Phase Space"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson have their skulls wrenched open to interface with the Cradle for "Phase Space," the sixth episode of the second season of Westworld. Maeve struggles to break loops, Hale calls for backup. Dolores and Teddy take a train ride. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

May 28, 20181 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Westworld - S2, Episode 5: "Akane No Mai"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson enter a third park in "Akane No Mai," the fifth episode of the second season of Westworld. Maeve discovers dopplebots, the Shogun isn't well. This week's interview is Simon Quatermain who speaks to delivering a lot of exposition and the complexities of Shogun World. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

May 21, 20181 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Westworld - S2, Episode 4: "Riddle of the Sphinx"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discover more about Delos in "Riddle of the Spinx," the fourth episode of the second season of Westworld. William and Bernard come across old acquaintances, The Man In Black returns to Las Mudas. This week's interview is Jonathan Tucker who discusses how portraying Major Craddock has him thinking like a bird. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

May 14, 20181 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Westworld - S2, Episode 3: "Virtù e Fortuna"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson witness a showdown in "Virtù e Fortuna," the third episode of the second season of Westworld. Park border crossings, Confederados at the Fort, and Abernathy returns. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

May 07, 201841 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Westworld - S2, Episode 2: "Reunion"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson find most of the hidden clues in "Reunion," the second episode of the second season of Westworld. Lawrence returns, Dolores recruits, and William's journey from white hat to black comes into focus. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Apr 30, 201855 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Westworld - S2, Episode 1: "Journey Into Night"

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson probe the little black boxes in their minds to dig up all the hidden clues in the second season premiere of Westworld, titled "Journey into Night." Bernard ends up on a beach, Maeve gets an unlikely ally, and the park descends into chaos. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Apr 23, 201854 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Introducing Still Watching: Westworld

Vanity Fair critic Richard Lawson and senior writer Joanna Robinson preview the new subject of Still Watching - Season 2 of HBO's Westworld! Take a weekly deep dive into the newest episode and fall down the rabbit hole (or into the maze) of theorizing and speculating just what exactly is going on in the park. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Apr 16, 201832 minSeason 2Ep. 1

American Crime Story: "Alone" with Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Alone," the final episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story and how the show chose to portray the final days of Andrew Cunanan. More from star Darren Criss and Executive Producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson are the featured interview. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Mar 22, 20181 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 11

American Crime Story: "Creator/Destroyer" with Matt Bomer

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Creator/Destroyer," the penultimate episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, including additional bonus segments with lead actor Darren Criss. This week's featured interview is director and frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Matt Bomer who discusses stepping behind the camera for his directorial debut. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Mar 15, 20181 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 10

American Crime Story: "Ascent" with Darren Criss

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Ascent," the seventh episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, delving even deeper into the past to show the problems surrounding the rise of Andrew Cunanan and the world of Versace. This week's featured interview is series star Darren Criss, who discusses bringing the spree killer to life, some little known facts, and some deleted scenes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...

Mar 08, 20181 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 9

American Crime Story: "Descent" with Gwyneth Horder-Payton

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Descent," the sixth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, tracking Andrew Cunanan deeper back in time. This week's featured interview is director of this week's and next week's episodes of American Crime Story, frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Gwyneth Horder-Payton. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Mar 01, 20181 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 8

American Crime Story: "Don't Ask Don't Tell" with Finn Wittrock

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Don't Ask Don't Tell," the fifth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, and find time to mention representation at the Winter Olympics. This week's featured interview is stage actor and frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Finn Wittrock who talks about playing Jeff Trail and tracking his performance over multiple episodes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...

Feb 15, 20181 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 7

American Crime Story: "House by the Lake" with Tom Rob Smith and Cody Fern

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss the fourth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, which focuses on a very personal murder. This week's featured interviews are episode writer Tom Rob Smith and Australian stage and screen actor Cody Fern who portrays David Madson on the series. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Feb 08, 20181 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 6
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