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The Watch

The Ringerwww.theringer.com
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. 50: 'The Detour,' YG, and 'Midnight Special'

The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald on TBS's 'The Detour' (5:30), the new YG album 'Still Brazy' (16:00), and 'Midnight Special' (23:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 201639 min

Ep. 49: 'Game of Thrones' Season Finale Predictions

The Ringer's Chris Ryan, Andy Greenwald, and Mallory Rubin react to last night's 'Battle of the Bastards,' give their take on what's next for the finale, and discuss the current relationship between George R.R. Martin's books and the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 201641 min

Ep. 46: 'Game of Thrones' Listener Questions

The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald answer listener questions about 'Game of Thrones.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 08, 201625 min

Ep. 43: Memorial Day Playlist

The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald put together their playlist of must-listen-to music for your Memorial Day BBQ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 201636 min

Ep. 40: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Jonathan Tropper

Jonathan Tropper, cocreator and showrunner of Cinemax's 'Banshee,' talks to Andy Greenwald about his decision to end the series and what to expect before the finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 201652 min

Ep. 39: 'GoT,' Chance the Rapper, and Tom Hiddleston's Niche

Chris and Andy share their thoughts on last night's 'Game of Thrones,' Chance the Rapper's 'Coloring Book' (23:00), Tom Hiddleston's chances of becoming the new Bond (44:00), and 'Steve Jobs' (2015). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 16, 20161 hr 3 min

Ep. 38: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Colin Farrell

Andy Greenwald talks with Colin Farrell about his trippy, brilliant new film, 'The Lobster,' as well as 'True Detective' and his many mustaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 12, 201635 min

Ep. 37: 'Game of Thrones,' 'The Good Wife,' and 'Captain America: Civil War' With Bill Simmons, Juliet Litman, Sean Fennessey, and Jason Concepcion

Chris Ryan hosts today's show without Andy, but gets help from a slew of Ringer staffers. First, Bill Simmons recaps the 'GoT' season thus far and talks about his favorite Netflix horror film. Then, Juliet Litman breaks down the series finale of 'The Good Wife' (14:00). Finally, Sean Fennessey and Jason Concepcion join to discuss 'Captain America: Civil War' (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 09, 201650 min

Ep. 36: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy discuss 'Game of Thrones,' the two poles of TV drama viewership (18:00), the challenges of modern filmmaking vs. TV-making (27:10), Drake’s ‘Views,’ and the impact of event listening on record releases (41:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 02, 201655 min

Ep. 35: 'The Watch'

Chris and Andy recap a busy weekend in culture by breaking down the 'Game of Thrones' season premiere, Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' (8:00), Prince's passing and everlasting impact (18:00), and the return of 'Jason Bourne' (32:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 25, 201648 min

Ep. 34: 'The Watch'

Andy and Chris prepare for the 'Game of Thrones' premiere with help from Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion (16:30). Then, Oscar-winning director Richard Linklater joins (42:00) to discuss his new film, 'Everybody Wants Some!!' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 20, 20161 hr 1 min

Ep. 33: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Sam Rockwell

Actor Sam Rockwell, star of the new film 'Mr. Right,' joins Andy Greenwald to discuss acting, creativity, and the persuasiveness of Brad Pitt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 12, 201649 min

Ep. 32: 'The Watch': Announcing 'After the Thrones'

Chris and Andy announce their weekly 'Game of Thrones' recap show, 'After the Thrones,' streaming every Monday on HBO Now. Then they discuss 'The Path' (8:00), 'Better Call Saul' (26:00), and the state of the modern TV drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 05, 201643 min

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
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