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Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss “Eastwatch,” desperation, and R+L=J
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Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss Game of Thrones Season 7, Episode 5, “Eastwatch," through the lens of desperation, the episode’s central theme (13:00). Later, they break down the importance of R+L=J (65:00) and what it could mean for the episode’s champion (83:00).
Plus, Chelsea Stark-Jones joins to discuss The Ringer’s new podcast ‘Blackballed’
The Midnight Boys return to recap the new episode of ‘The Mandalorian,’ "The Foundling." They also cover the drama going on behind the scenes at DC and a major figurehead leaving Marvel Studios.
A narrative course correction back to our favorite characters and a surprising (and satisfying) answer to a long-standing question put a season that’s still running a little low on propellant back on track
Plus, Andy Kaufman is being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame
Morant will likely make his return to basketball on Wednesday, following his suspension from the NBA. But you can’t put a timetable on the kind of growth he is seeking, even as the PR machine is already working.
Can UCLA handle Drew Timme? Does Princeton have what it takes to keep up its Cinderella run? And can Texas run Xavier’s limited lineup off the floor? That and more ahead of the Sweet 16.
