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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.

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Jun 14, 2016 · 41 min
Ep. 47: Jaime Lannister's Bad Side, 'Hamilton' and the Tonys, and Lin-Manuel Miranda's Next Move
The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald on the world building within 'Game of Thrones' (8:00), Jamie and Cersei vs. the world (18:00), the 'Hamilton' victory lap, and the future opportunities for the 'Hamilton' stars (34:00).
Jun 8, 2016 · 24 min
Ep. 46: 'Game of Thrones' Listener Questions
The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald answer listener questions about 'Game of Thrones.'
Jun 6, 2016 · 46 min
Ep. 45: Ian McShane's 'GoT' Cameo, Kanye's Pop-up Show, and 'Rogue One' Reshoots
The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald on 'Game of Thrones' guest star Ian McShane, the wild NYC music scene this weekend, Pusha T's reign, 'Rogue One' reshoots, and Andy's airplane movie: 'The Intern.'
Jun 1, 2016 · 32 min
Ep. 44: 'Game of Thrones' Episode 7 Preview With Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion
The Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion preview 'The Broken Man,' this week's episode of 'Game of Thrones.'
May 30, 2016 · 36 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.
May 25, 2016 · 24 min
Ep. 42: 'Game of Thrones' Episode 6 Preview With Mallory Rubin
Chris Ryan is joined by The Ringer's Mallory Rubin to preview this week's episode of 'Game of Thrones.'
May 24, 2016 · 1 hr
Ep. 41: 'GoT,' 'Preacher,' and Marvel + 'The Nice Guys' With Robert Mays
The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald discuss 'Game of Thrones’ and 'Preacher' (26:00). Then Chris talks about 'The Nice Guys' with Robert Mays (45:00).
May 20, 2016 · 51 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.
May 16, 2016 · 1 hr 2 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).
May 12, 2016 · 35 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.
May 9, 2016 · 50 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).
May 2, 2016 · 54 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).
Apr 25, 2016 · 48 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).
Apr 20, 2016 · 1 hr
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!!'
Apr 12, 2016 · 48 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.
Apr 5, 2016 · 43 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.
Mar 30, 2016 · 48 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).
Mar 25, 2016 · 54 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.
Mar 22, 2016 · 51 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).
Mar 18, 2016 · 56 min
Ep. 28: 'The Andy Greenwald Podcast' With Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields
Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, showrunners of FX's 'The Americans,' join Andy Greenwald to talk about last night's Season 4 premiere and much more.