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Alan Sepinwall 5 Episodes Jul 20, 2026

TV critics Alan Sepinwall and Kathryn VanArendonk gather weekly to discuss what they love and dislike on television. They cover new releases, old favorites, TV curiosities, and trends in how people watch TV.

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Does Lucky give us Anya Taylor joy? Jul 20, 2026 57:06 Alan & Kathryn discuss the thrills and limits of Lucky, Anya Taylor-Joy's newest star vehicle, before returning to her breakout role in Netflix's The Queen's Gambit.00:00 Intro01:00 Important Bluey Research07:35 August's Patreon Episode Revealed09:28 The Hawk13:27 Emmys Reactions16:51 Lucky36:23 The Queen's GambitSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Rea

Are Little House on the Prairie and Deadwood the same show? Jul 13, 2026 1:03:11 This week's newest show is the Netflix remake of Little House of the Prairie, which Alan and Kathryn compare against the classic HBO drama Deadwood.00:00 Intro/Posterwatch05:41 Little House on the Prairie39:45 DeadwoodSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hoste

[Patreon Preview] The Americans: "START" Jul 6, 2026 7:02 Things are topsy-turvy at the office in this month's special Patreon-exclusive episode of TV Is Good, as Alan and Kathryn discuss one of the greatest series finales of all time: The Americans' "START".To hear the full episode, subscribe to our Patreon at Patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kath

Elle, Hannibal, and the prequel problem Jul 6, 2026 1:04:25 Starting with a discussion of the new Legally Blonde prequel series Elle, Alan and Kathryn examine the phenomenon of prequels in general before discussing one of their favourites - the NBC procedural Hannibal.Support us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on Acas

Does The Bear earn a starred review? Jun 29, 2026 1:18:44 In a special extra-length discussion, Alan and Kathryn dissect the final season of The Bear. Then, a tribute to legendary sitcom director James Burrows precedes a chat with Tatiana Maslany about the TV she loves.00:00 Intro/Smash That Like Button06:25 The Bear01:03:29 James Burrows/Tatiana MaslanySupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan

Do we finally like House of the Dragon? Jun 22, 2026 1:04:43 This week sees Alan and Kathryn grapple with the promising third season of House of the Dragon, followed by an examination of the astonishing series finale of Dinosaurs.00:00 Intro11:36 Widow's Bay45:17 DinosaursSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on A

Is Widow's Bay more cursed than Gilligan's Island? Jun 15, 2026 1:12:25 Alan and Kathryn cast away to the sleeper hit of the TV season, Widow's Bay, before building a critique of Gilligan's Island out of nothing but bamboo and coconuts.00:00 Intro/Go New York Go!13:23 Widow's Bay42:06 Gilligan's IslandSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling bio

The Vampire Lestat & Buffy the Vampire Slayer Jun 8, 2026 1:14:06 The stakes have never been higher! Alan and Kathryn reflect on the upcoming season of The Vampire Lestat (formerly Interview With the Vampire), before reckoning with the complicated legacy of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.00:00 Intro/Kathryn's Kimmel Profile14:17 The Vampire Lestat38:27 Buffy the Vampire SlayerSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at Wh

[Patreon Preview] Mad Men: "The Suitcase" Jun 1, 2026 10:06 In this special preview of the first Patreon-exclusive episode of TV Is Good, Alan and Kathryn promise to break down one of their favorite episodes of Mad Men. But first, a short tale of an ill-fated trip to the zoo.To hear the full episode, subscribe to our Patreon at Patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watc

Love Island & Lost Jun 1, 2026 1:01:15 With the new season of Love Island USA on the horizon, Kathryn tries to convince Alan to couple up with the show, before the two flash back to the classic Lost episode "The Constant".Support us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f

Star City & Outlander May 25, 2026 55:46 Alan and Kathryn discuss the new For All Mankind spinoff Star City, before taking a trip back in time to try and unpick the ins and outs of Outlander.00:00 Intro08:40 Star City33:06 OutlanderSupport us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed & Weeds May 18, 2026 55:57 It's a "moms-do-crime" double bill, as Alan and Kathryn share their impressions on the new Tatiana Maslany comedy Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, before taking a trip back to Agrestic to discuss Weeds.Support us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on Acast. See acas

Teaser May 10, 2026 10:33 Alan and Kathryn welcome you to TV Is Good in this special teaser. They break down the podcast and discuss the surprise release of The Bear's latest flashback episode.Support us on Patreon, and follow the show on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads.Read Alan at What's Alan Watching?, and Kathryn at Vulture. Preorder Alan's Rod Serling biography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat

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