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The Watch

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Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.

Episodes

Ep. 31: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy discuss this week's episode of 'Girls' (8:00), examine the 'Batman v. Superman' debacle (33:00), and pay tribute to Garry Shandling (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 201648 min

Ep. 30: 'The Watch' With RZA and Hua Hsu

Chris and Andy spin it back to 1996 to discuss the influential music of that year. They talk to Wu-Tang Clan's the RZA about Ghostface's solo debut (13:20), and bring in The New Yorker's Hua Hsu to discuss Tricky, DJ Shadow, and Beck (35:20). Then they wrap up with a tribute to A Tribe Called Quest's Phife Dawg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 201655 min

Ep. 29: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy talk about ‘Girls’ and Adam Driver’s career, ‘Hap and Leonard’ (24:00), and Bradley Cooper’s cameo on ‘Limitless’ (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 22, 201652 min

Ep. 27: 'The Watch' 'GoT' Edition With Jason Concepcion and Mallory Rubin

Chris and Andy host a very special 'Watch the Thrones' reunion! They welcome back Jason 'The Maester' Concepcion (6:00) and listen to wise words from 'The Mother of Dragons,' Mallory Rubin (21:30), as they break down the major story lines going into the sixth season of 'Game of Thrones'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 201643 min

Ep. 26: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy return to the TV grind by breaking down the 'Game of Thrones' trailer, 'House of Cards' (11:00), 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story' (18:00), and a special edition of Andy's airplane movies (34:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 201642 min

Ep. 25: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy give their winners and losers from last night's Oscars (4:00), discuss tone-deaf Hollywood (19:00), and propose alternate settings for 'Vinyl' (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 01, 201647 min

Ep. 24: 'The Watch' Re-up

On today's re-up, Andy and Chris talk 'The People v. O.J. Simpson' (2:00), 'Better Call Saul' (12:30), very special sitcom episodes (19:00), the 1975's new album (28:00), and Oscar hopes (36:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 27, 201640 min

Ep. 23: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy catch up on all things TV, starting with Sunday-night dramas 'Vinyl' and 'Billions' (5:00), then Judd Apatow's 'Love' (20:00), the season premieres of 'Girls' (31:00) and 'Togetherness' (37:00), and the weird drop-off on 'London Spy' (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 23, 201654 min

Ep. 22: 'The Watch' Re-up

Chris and Andy give their five fleeting opinions for the weekend, zeroing in on the 'Better Call Saul' season premiere (6:00), 'New Girl' (14:00), reaction to the Grammys (19:30), giving 'Vinyl' another shot (29:50), and more music! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 201640 min

Ep. 20: 'The Watch'

Andy and Chris talk about the first episode of 'Vinyl,' Louis C.K.'s 'Horace and Pete,' the return of 'Better Call Saul,' and the sort-of release of Kanye's 'The Life of Pablo.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 201650 min

Ep. 19: 'The Watch' Re-up

The guys talk about Kanye West and the Madison Square Garden reveal of 'The Life of Pablo.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 201626 min

Ep. 18: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy celebrate the return of Jason Bourne, break down Beyoncé's big weekend, discuss Kanye's tough Tuesday on Twitter, and talk in-depth about the Bronco episode of FX's 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 201637 min

Ep. 17: 'The Watch' Re-up

On today's inaugural re-up episode of 'The Watch,' Chris and Andy give their picks for the weekend, including 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story,' 'The X-Files,' and Massive Attack's new EP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 06, 201621 min

Ep. 16: 'The Watch'

Andy and Chris discuss Rihanna's long-awaited 'ANTI' (6:00), Kanye's Twitter beef (14:00), Drake vs. Meek (21:00), and 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story' (31:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 02, 201647 min

Ep. 15: 'The Watch'

On today's episode Andy and Chris discuss the new 'Game of Thrones' teasers, Kanye's new album, the return of the X-Files (9:00), London Spy (22:00) and the rise and fall of Ryan Kavanaugh (37:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 201647 min

Ep. 14: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Michael Schur

Michael Schur, co-creator of 'Parks and Recreation,' 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' and the upcoming 'Good Place' joins Andy Greenwald to discuss comedy, kindness, and the state of TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 20161 hr 17 min

Ep. 13: 'The Watch'

On today's episode Andy & Chris discuss the new Showtime drama 'Billions', wonder if there's too much TV that's just good enough(21:00), try to make sense of Oscars season (38:00) and plot career paths for Alicia Vikander, Tom Hardy, and Leo DiCaprio (46:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 201652 min

Ep. 12: 'The Watch'

On today's episode Andy and Chris pay tribute to the life and music of David Bowie. Then they discuss the drunken Golden Globes (26:00), and break down the career of Denzel Washington (36:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 12, 201653 min

Ep. 11: 'The Watch'

On today's episode Andy and Chris celebrate the return of Kanye west, discuss the broadway success of 'Hamilton' (7:00 mark)and break down 'The Knick' (15:00), 'Transparent' (34:00) and 'Homeland' (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 09, 20161 hr 1 min

Ep. 10: 'The Watch'

On today's episode Andy and Chris dive into a galaxy far, far away with a full breakdown of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' Topics include: old characters (5:00 mark), and new (11:00), Kylo Ren's fragility (13:00), J.J. Abrams' sensibilities (22:00), what to expect from Rian Johnson's sequel (28:00), the Skywalker family (39:00), 'Rogue One' rumors (46:00), and saying goodbye (50:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 05, 201655 min

Ep. 9: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Damon Lindelof

Writer and producer Damon Lindelof joins Andy Greenwald to discuss the future of 'The Leftovers,' the legacy of 'Lost,' and how to survive a troll attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 20151 hr 29 min

Ep. 8: 'The Watch' 2015 Wrap-up

Chris and Andy look back at the 2015 pop culture landscape, covering their favorite TV shows, movies, music, and books. Topics include: 'Mr. Robot' (7:00), 'Jessica Jones' (11:00), 'Fargo' (15:00), Beats 1 Radio (20:00), 'To Pimp a Butterfly' (27:00), 'Sicario' (33:00), 'Hateful Eight' (35:00), 'Brief History of Seven Killings' (37:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 22, 201545 min

Ep. 7: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy honor Star Wars season with a deep dive into 'Force Awakens' expectations (8:00 mark), the legacy of the franchise (11:00), screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan's impact (18:00), Star Wars childhood stories (26:00) and J.J. Abrams' influences (30:00). Then, they wrap-up with segment about the first half of 'Transparent' season two(43:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 16, 201553 min

Ep. 6: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy chat about the Grammy nominations (3:00), the Ryan Coogler 'Black Panther' rumors (8:00), 'The Nice Guys' trailer (11:00), and go deep on 'The Leftovers' season finale (12:00), and watching 'Focus' vs. 'The Gambler' on a flight (41:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 09, 201558 min

Ep. 5: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Trevor Noah

'Daily Show' host Trevor Noah joins Andy Greenwald to discuss his first months behind the desk, the value in refusing to pick a side, and his own, personal moments of zen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 08, 20151 hr 7 min

Ep. 4: 'The Watch'

On today's episode of 'The Watch," Chris and Andy chat about the new 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' trailer, the upcoming 'The People vs. OJ Simpson' (8:00) series, 'Fargo' (11:00), and whether network's still need hits (31:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 04, 201539 min

Ep. 3: 'The Watch'

On today's episode of 'The Watch," Chris and Andy chat about Marvel's new 'Captain America: Civil War' trailer (3:00 mark), 'Creed' (8:00), 'The Leftovers' (29:00) and 'Homeland' (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 01, 201553 min

Ep. 2: 'The Watch'

On today's episode of 'The Watch," Chris and Andy chat about Adele's '25' album (3:30 mark), applaud the new movie 'Spotlight," (14:50), and talk about the new Netflix show 'Jessica Jones,' (27:30) and latest episode of 'The Leftovers' (34:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 24, 201542 min