Los Angeles, California – In the latest episode of the TV podcast “TV’s Top 5,” hosts Lesley Goldberg and Daniel Fienberg discuss the latest news and trends in the television industry. They also provide a critical guide of what to watch and share their thoughts on the recent Emmy winners and telecast. Additionally, they are joined by Alan Sepinwall, the chief TV critic for Rolling Stone, for a Season in Review segment.
The episode begins with a rundown of the week’s industry headlines, which include highlights such as “Young Sheldon,” “The White Lotus,” Nathan Lane, Amazon’s faith investment, “Schmigadoon,” and even a Chuck E. Cheese reality show. The hosts delve into these stories, offering context and analysis from both the business and critical perspectives.
Moving on to the Emmy winners, Goldberg and Fienberg acknowledge that some of the wins were predictable, such as “The Bear,” “Succession,” and “Beef” taking home the coveted trophies. However, they also note that there were some surprising winners and consider the event to be a precursor to the upcoming Primetime Emmys in September.
The hosts then discuss the Emmy telecast, highlighting the reunions, the host’s performance, and the memorable speeches. They applaud the elements that worked well and suggest that the Emmys should continue to incorporate nostalgia into the ceremony each year.
Next, Alan Sepinwall joins the hosts to review the seasons of several prestigious programs. They dive deep into the finales of FX’s “Fargo,” Apple’s “For All Mankind,” and Showtime’s “The Curse.” Sepinwall shares his insights and opinions on these shows, adding another layer of analysis to the conversation.
Finally, the episode concludes with Fienberg’s thoughts on the week’s new and returning series. He provides his critique of Amazon’s “Hazbin Hotel” and Hulu’s “Death and Other Details.” Listeners can hear the full discussion and analysis on “TV’s Top 5” and subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode.
For feedback, suggestions, or questions for future episodes, listeners can reach out to the hosts via email at [email protected].