About this episode

Nick Digilio and Dan Fienberg discuss current television shows and reflect on the career of James Burrows, followed by a trivia game with Esmeralda Leon.

Nick welcomes The Hollywood Reporter TV critic Dan Fienberg back for another deep dive into what’s happening on television. They wrap up the 23rd season of Top Chef and review new shows including House of the Dragon Season 3, the thriller The Listeners starring Rebecca Hall, and the documentary Playing POTUS. Nick and Dan also take time to reflect on the remarkable career of legendary TV director and producer James Burrows following his passing. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for another wild round of Pop Culture Trivia Madness with the return of British bon vivant and game show host Slap Slapply. Along the way, we learn the name of Slap’s father and finally find out what K.I.T. stands for in Knight Rider. As always, chaos and laughs are guaranteed. [Ep 466]

People in this episode

Host: Nick Digilio

Guest: Dan Fienberg

Topics covered

• TV Criticism
• Pop Culture Trivia
• Television Shows
• Top Chef
• James Burrows
• Game Shows

Keywords

• TV Talk
• Top Chef
• House of the Dragon
• James Burrows
• Pop Culture Trivia
• The Listeners
• Playing POTUS

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Top Chef, House of the Dragon, The Listeners, Playing POTUS

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