The Best TV Podcasts to Add to Your Queue
What are you watching tonight? With so many options to choose from, such a simple question can quickly seem overwhelming. So why not let the experts solve the problem? When I need a recommendation, I like to turn to podcasts designed specifically to help the rest of us find the can’t-miss stuff, the stuff that everyone will be talking about, and the stuff that’s safe to skip. Get in-depth information and behind-the-scenes information on everything lighting up your screen, play quizzes on TV, and even re-watch old shows from your childhood. Friends, don’t let your friends watch bad TV. Consider these podcasts your friends who will be your friendly and fun TV guides.
Very hot, great
On“Extra Hot Great,” Tara Ariano, Sarah D. Bunting and David T. Cole invite guests for a lively roundtable discussion of all things hot in television. They also nominate their favorites for The Canon and play a TV quiz called Game Time, thus covering all the TV coverage basics you need. They also take a step back to examine the cultural nuances of TV trends and the people behind them. Consistently entertaining and smart, Tara, Sarah and David are spoiler-conscious so you can rest easy while you listen.
Television, I’m talking to Ashley Rae
Comedian Ashley Rae is the host of the television review show I Talk to Ashley Rae , which goes into detail about what’s on air. Ashley seems to watch everything and is keenly aware of the impact television has on culture and society. She invites a variety of guests—fellow TV buffs, celebrities, and people in the know—to share their thoughts and opinions on what you should watch and what you should skip. Ashley is funny, so even if she’s talking about something I’ve never seen, it keeps me entertained. While I listen, I take notes . Ashley has an opinion that I trust.
Pop Culture Happy Hour
Look forward to happy hour five days a week onPop Culture Happy Hour , where journalists Linda Holmes, Glen Weldon, Stephen Thompson and Aisha Harris (along with a rotating cast of guest experts) share their views on not only the most fashion TV shows. , but also films, books, albums and video games. They cover everything from prestige dramas to reality shows, treating everything with equal care and respect. The episodes are fairly short (most are under 20 minutes) so they’re easy to incorporate into your daily routine.
Podcast Prestige TV
The Ringer Gang (Bill Simmons, Joanna Robinson, Sean Fennessy, Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan and more) drop by The Prestige TV Podcast to focus on the hottest shows on TV with weekly recaps, in-depth reviews and an exclusive writer. and give interviews. They don’t give you a taste of everything; they are deeply focused on things that are relevant to the zeitgeist. If you stick around watching them, you’ll feel like you’re getting the most out of everything you see. Their comments will take you behind the scenes and point out important details you might have missed. I consider analysis of The Prestige TV Podcast a necessary accompaniment to any show that I truly want to understand and appreciate.
What to watch
What to Watch , hosted by Jerrad Hall, is Entertainment Weekly’s daily guide to the shows that should be on your radar. Jerrad and the team of EW editors he enlists to help are fantastic, as are all the interviews and behind-the-scenes peeks. The episodes are very short and published every day, so you’ll always be up to date.
Crime writers about…
Binge-watching scripted crime dramas and true crime documentaries?Crime Writers On… is a podcast that takes a truly critical look at the genre’s most consumed content with the help of a panel of crime fiction experts: Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn, Lara Bricker, and Toby Ball. In each episode, the crew gives full breakdowns (with spoilers) of hits like Only Murders in the Building , Stranger Things and HBO’s The Staircase . (They also cover true crime podcasts.) Don’t want them to spoil it for you? They give you a timestamp for a like or like review, so you can skip it to see if the show is worth your time. They feel like a fun true crime family that doesn’t hold back any punches. This amazing show will help you perfect your crime diet.
You can’t make this up
If you’re obsessed with the latest Netflix documentaries, you should definitely listen to You Can’t Make This Up (produced by Netflix). Host Rebecca Lavoie (one of the hosts ofCrime Writers On… ) interviews in-depth documentaries’ creators and subjects to find out how these stories were created and the impact they have in revealing new information for people who want more than just casual viewing . Whether you’re interested in Twin Flames or just binge Depp Vs. Heard and felt the need to discuss the matter with someone smart like Rebecca, You Can’t Do That is what you need to become an expert when it comes to Netflix. last doc.
Raised by television
Raising By TV hasn’t released an episode in years, but it’s such a favorite of mine that I have to put it on the list. Comedians Lauren Lapkus and John Gabrus spoke with other funny people about the TV shows and the culture that raised them, what it was like to be a TV kid in the 90s or go to Blockbuster (remember those?) and choose one movie to watch – not distracted by the nearest phone. They covered topics such as finales, IMDB, and did a “First Last” segment where they looked at the first and last episodes of shows like Degrassi , making it an evergreen show to add to your rotation.
Now on Netflix
Sometimes I wish someone would just tell me what to watch. Now Netflix (made by Netflix and Tudum, Netflix’s official companion site) won’t put a gun to your head, but will help you understand the Netflix algorithm and point out what’s notable about the streaming service. They’ll tell you what everyone’s talking about, the biggest premieres, news on upcoming releases, and behind-the-scenes looks you won’t see anywhere else.
What kids watch
Children’s programming is so different from what it was like when you were a kid, so how do you know which shows will drive you crazy, which will repeat outdated worldviews, and which will become new family favorites? On What Kids Are Watching, Nathalie Puig and Ryan Bailey revisit the weird and wild shows that all kids love, but this is the show for YOU. They puzzle, analyze, tease and try to understand why kids can’t get enough of Paw Patrol , Bluey , Cocomelon and many others.