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The Watch

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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The Midsummer Mailbag

The Midsummer Mailbag

Chris and Andy answer mailbag questions regarding the current landscape of TV. They discuss the best streaming platform ... Read more

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Steven Soderbergh on 'Command Z' and Making Political Films

Steven Soderbergh on 'Command Z' and Making Political Films

Chris and Andy talk about 'Full Circle,' one of the latest shows from director Steven Soderbergh and his take on the noi... Read more

7 Aug 2023

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