RHAP: We Know Scripted TV

The Tastemakers | Breaking Down the Netflix Purchase of Warner Brothers Discovery Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran Armstrong and Grace Leeder discuss the Netflix purchase of Warner Brothers Discovery before jumping into what they’ve been watching. Vote for the Top 5 TV Shows & Movies of 2025: https://forms.gle/rAcw5mAANSUymmeY8 Chapters: 00:00 Netflix purchases Warner Brothers Discovery 17:32 The 2025 Golden Globes 37:00 The Death of Rob Reiner 39:00 Dexter: Resurrection (Showtime) 40:00 Spartacus: House of Ashur (a theater near you) 47:15 Wake Up Dead Man (Netflix) 50:00 Marty Supreme (a theater near you) 55:00 Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Disney+) 56:50 It: Welcome to Derry (HBO) 1:00:00 Pluribus (Apple TV) 1:10:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

The Tastemakers | Hallmark Movie State of the Union Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Grace Leeder is joined by special guests, Nora Leeder, and Jennifer from the Do You Watch What I Watch podcast to talk through Hallmark Christmas movies! Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Stranger Things Season 5, Vol. 1 Recap Today, Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom discuss Season 5 Volume 1 of Stranger Things. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

The Tastemakers | Stranger Things Took Too Long Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran Armstrong and Grace Leeder discuss Stranger Things Season 5 before jumping into what they’ve been watching. Chapters: 00:00 Intros 01:00 Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 1 (Netflix) 24:15 The Mighty Nein (Amazon Prime) 36:00 Task (HBO) 37:00 The Diplomat Season 2 (Netflix) 38:00 The Beast in Me (Netflix) 40:00 A Man on the Inside Season 2 (Netflix) 41:52 Pluribus (Apple TV) 46:00 Heated Rivalry (HBO) 48:00 All Her Fault (Peacock) 52:00 It: Welcome to Derry (HBO) 57:00 Death by Lightning (Netflix) 58:00 Boots (Netflix) 59:00 Zootopia 2 (a movie theater near you) 01:04:40 Wicked: For Good (a movie theater near you) 01:11:00 Bugonia (a movie theater near you) 01:12:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

The Tastemakers | Wicked: For Good… Is it Good? Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Grace Leeder and special guest, Shannon Guss, discuss what they’ve been watching before diving into Wicked: For Good. Chapters: 00:00 Intros 02:00 Man on the Inside Season 2 (Netflix) 06:00 The Assassin (Amazon Prime Video) 07:00 Train Dreams (Netflix) 09:20 Keeper (a theater near you) 10:00 The Running Man (a theater near you) 11:00 What’s coming up 22:30 Wicked: For Good FULL SPOILERS Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

The Tastemakers | What Has Been Worth Watching Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss Pluribus and Stranger Things before diving into what’s coming up. Chapters: 04:20 Pluribus (AppleTV) 07:55 Stranger Things (Netflix) 13:30 The Beast in Me (Netflix) 14:40 All Her Fault (Peacock) 15:00 All’s Fair (Hulu) 16:30 Death By Lightning (Netflix) 19:00 The American Revolution 19:30 I Love LA (HBO) 27:00 Nobody Wants This (Netflix) 31:00 The Death of Bunny Munro 32:00 The Chair Company 34:00 Die My Love 35:00 Twinless 38:00 Now You See Me: Now You Don’t 41:29 The Running Man 46:00 Predator: Badlands 47:00 The Mighty Nein (Amazon Prime Video) 49:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

The Tastemakers | Catching Up and What’s To Come Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss tv news before diving into what else they’ve been watching Chapters: 04:15 TV News 18:00 The Witcher (Netflix) 20:00 Nobody Wants This Season 2 (Netflix) 21:20 Down Cemetery Road (Apple TV+) 22:45 It: Welcome to Derry (HBO) 25:25 Rosemary’s Baby 27:30 Bugonia (a movie theater near you) 29:30 A House of Dynamite (Netflix) 31:45 Blue Moon (a movie theater near you) 34:00 If I Had Legs I’d Kick You (a movie theater near you) 36:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

The Tastemakers: Black Phone 2 Review Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss Black Phone 2. Chapters: 01:00 Catching up with Taran 15:55 The Chair Company (HBO) 23:45 Mr. Scorsese (AppleTV) 26:30 Monster (Netflix) 27:30 What’s coming up 30:30 Black Phone 2 (a theater near you) Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

The Tastemakers |Talking Alien: Earth with Stephen Fishbach Each week, The Tastemakers reviews television and movies, advising listeners on “what you should and shouldn’t watch”. This week, with Taran on “Big Brother duty”, Grace is joined by “off-brand Taran”, Stephen Fishbach. Watch on this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/-e-akyIX4jI Key Topics and Discussion Points: The main topic of the episode is the recently concluded show Alien: Earth, which Grace and Stephen discuss in “full spoiler detail”. Alien Earth Analysis: Stephen, a fan of the Alien franchise, argues that critics who complained about the characters in Alien Earth behaving misunderstand the premise of an Alien movie. Grace and Stephen agree that the show contained “a ton of really interesting ideas,” but they felt that many were not executed perfectly, leading to a “disjointed” feel. Grace believes that Noah Holly, the show’s creator, felt constrained by being asked by FX to do an Alien show set on Earth before the events of the first Alien movie. They discuss Holly’s strong central idea of putting human consciousness into synthetic bodies as a means of saving humanity. However, they felt this Peter Pan idea often clashed with the necessary inclusion of aliens. The metaphor was described as “really heavy-handed”. Both hosts praised Episode 5 (the Imaginino episode), which Steven found “so perfect”. They also found the “eyeball alien” to be “much more interesting and cooler than the actual xenomorph” in the show. They agreed the show was “really beautifully done” and looked “great top to bottom,” praising its “cassette futurism” and the way it successfully nailed the Alien visual identity. Steven felt the character Maro, played by Baba, was the most exciting part of the show and suggested he should have his own spin-off series. They noted that the Xenomorph model looked a little off, with Stephen suggesting it “looked like someone wearing alien pants”. Grace rated Alien Earth as potentially in her “top 15” shows of the year, but “not elite,” noting that even during the dry summer for television, there were better shows. Stephen’s Viewing Habits: Stephen shared that he watches very little TV, often watching Jeopardy with his wife after the kids are down and then scrolling on his phone. He notes that he has to be selective because his wife dislikes anything with drama or conflict. He primarily finds things to watch that “percolates up” and match his “existing interest,” such as the Alien franchise. The Chair Company: Grace discusses The Chair Company, Tim Robinson’s new 30-minute absurdist and surreal HBO Sunday Night Show. Stephen, who enjoys Tim Robinson’s previous work (I Think You Should Leave), admits he usually breaks up episodes into pieces and watches clips on YouTube due to lack of time. • Stephen’s Book: Escape! Stephen discusses his upcoming book, Escape (with an exclamation point). The book follows a reality TV contestant seeking lost glory on another jungle reality show. Stephen explains that the novel explores the competing dramas between the contestants and the show’s producers, who are “storytellers” crafting narratives out of human lives. Book Recommendations: ? Stephen highly recommends the sci-fi book Annihilation (by Jeff VanderMeer), praising its world-building and perfect narrative arc, and the science fiction book Children of Time (by Adrian Tchaikovsky). ? Stephen also mentions Alex Garland’s book The Beach. ? Grace recommends the very popular audiobook Project Hail Mary. ?

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

The Tastemakers: One Battle After Another is the Best Movie of the Year Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Grace and special guest, Ariel, discuss One Battle After Another in full spoilery detail. Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2025

The Tastemakers: One of the Best Weeks of TV This Year Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Grace and special guests, Ariel and Dr. Amanda discuss what they’ve been watching this week. Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

The Tastemakers: Gen V Starts Slow But Still Shocks Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Grace and special guest, Jess Sterling, talk through Gen V, Black Rabbit, and other new shows. Chapters: 05:30 TV News 08:30 Paramount and Netflix buying Warner Bros. Discovery 11:10 The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie 15:25 Gen V Season 2 (Prime) 23:10 Black Rabbit (Netflix) 33:25 Swiped (Hulu) 39:00 The Summer I Turned Pretty (Prime) 43:00 High Potential (Hulu) 45:25 The Morning Show (Apple TV+) 49:45 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

The Tastemakers: Emmy Reactions Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace react to the 2025 Emmy winners. Chapters: 00:00 2025 Emmys 30:00 Toronto International Film Festival 50:10 The Long Walk (a theater near you) 52:00 Task (HBO) 55:00 The Paper (Peacock) Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

The Tastemakers: Dexter Cancelled?! Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace talk about the cancellation of Dexter: Original Sin before diving into what they’ve been watching. Chapters: 00:00 Intros 01:25 Dexter: Original Sin Cancelled (Paramount+) 04:20 KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix/a theater near you) 06:45 Peacemaker Season 2 (Disney+) 09:08 Long Story Short (Netflix) 12:00 Hostage (Netflix) 12:55 Relay (a theater near you) 15:20 Honey Don’t! (a theater near you) 16:30 Highest 2 Lowest (a theater near you) 18:00 The Pitt Season 2 Trailer (HBO) 19:00 Alien: Earth (Hulu) 20:30 The Thursday Murder Club (Netflix) 22:30 Final Draft (Netflix) 25:10 Upload Season 4 (Prime Video) 27:00 The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Prime Video) 28:00 Atomic (Sky original) 29:00 Caught Stealing (a theater near you) 31:30 The Toxic Avenger (a theater near you) 34:30 Y2K (Disney+) 35:00 Death of a Unicorn (Disney+) Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

The Tastemakers: Debating Alien: Earth Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss what they’ve been watching before diving into Alien: Earth spoilers. Chapters: 00:00 Intros 02:00 Mitchell & Webb Are Not Helping 09:25 The Traitors News 14:50 Alien: Earth (Hulu) 20:30 Butterfly (Amazon Prime Video) 21:50 Highest 2 Lowest (a theater near you) 23:00 Nobody 2 (a theater near you) 24:40 What’s coming up 43:30 Alien: Earth spoilers Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

The Tastemakers: Weapons Review with Taylor Hale Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace are joined by Big Brother 24 winner (and host of Big Brother Unlocked) Taylor Hale to breakdown the mystery horror film, Weapons, written, co-produced and directed by Zach Cregger. The film stars Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan. Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

The Tastemakers: They Should Make A Million Comedies A Year Like The Naked Gun Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss what television and movies they watched this week before diving into what’s coming up. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 05:45 The Naked Gun (a theater near you) 10:20 Together (a theater near you) 13:30 Chief of War (Apple TV+) 16:25 Eyes of Wakanda (Disney+) 18:35 The Gilded Age Season 3 (HBO) 19:33 The Sandman (Netflix) 20:20 What’s coming up 20:25 Weapons (a theater near you) 23:30 Wednesday Season 2 (Netflix) 25:00 King of the Hill revival (Hulu) 27:45 Standing By (Hulu) 29:20 Outlander: Blood of my Blood (Starz) 30:40 Freakier Friday (a theater near you) 33:45 Platonic Season 2 (Apple TV+) Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

The Tastemakers | Fantastic Four: First Steps Doesn’t Save Marvel Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss some newly released trailers before diving into what they’ve been watching Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 02:00 Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer 04:00 The Long Walk trailer 07:50 Pluribus teaser 09:35 Stick renewed (Apple TV+) 10:32 Resident Alien (SyFy) 12:00 The Gilded Age (HBO) 12:50 The Fantastic Four: First Steps (a theater near you) 18:00 Happy Gilmore 2 (Netflix) 20:00 The Sandman Season 2 (Netflix) 23:10 Washington Black (Hulu) 23:45 South Park (Paramount+) 28:50 Dexter: Resurrection (Paramount+) 34:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

The Tastemakers: Severance vs. The Pitt – The Emmys Discussion Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss The Emmy nominations before diving into what they’ve been watching Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

The Tastemakers: Dexter Is Back and Better Than Ever? Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. In TV news, J.J. Abrams’ show Duster was cancelled by HBO Max, likely due to a lack of traction despite favorable critical and audience ratings. Critically acclaimed reality series Queer Eye will conclude with its next season after a significant nine-year run. On the renewal front, the popular anime Solo Leveling is set for a live-action adaptation on Netflix. Apple TV+’s Murderbot received a Season 2 renewal. A Scrubs reboot with original stars has been ordered to series by ABC, prompting conflicted feelings from the hosts. Additionally, Dr. Heather Collins will not return for Season 2 of The Pit, possibly due to scheduling conflicts, a development that could be woven into the show’s narrative. In surprising news, Larry David is set to lead a history sketch show produced by the Obamas for HBO. The hosts also reviewed several new releases. Dexter Resurrection (Showtime/Paramount+) is noted for its “campy tone” and the way it retcons the divisive ending of Dexter New Blood. Michael C. Hall and David Zayas return. Foundation Season 3 on Apple TV+ has begun, though its initial episode left the hosts feeling it wasn’t as strong as anticipated, with expectations needing a “reset”. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia premiered its 17th season with a “very funny” crossover episode with Abbott Elementary. The new Superman movie, directed by James Gunn, was highly praised for its “human portrayal of the character” and its timely social commentary, and is performing well at the box office. Poker Face Season 2 concluded positively, with its ending setting up a new reason for Charlie Kale to be on the run. A significant portion of the podcast was dedicated to the New York Times’ Top 100 Movies of the 21st Century list. Parasite topped both the critic and reader versions of the list, a choice the hosts agreed with. The high placement of Mulholland Drive (number two on the reader list) was a point of discussion. Other notable films in the top ten included No Country for Old Men, There Will Be Blood, The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Spirited Away, Get Out, The Social Network, Moonlight, and In the Mood for Love. The hosts shared their personal favorite films, with Taran’s list featuring films like the Vengeance trilogy, Sinners, My Sassy Girl, Call Me By Your Name, and Green Room, and Grace highlighting films such as The Banshees of Inisherin, Petite Maman, and The Green Knight. Looking ahead, I Know What You Did Last Summer is returning as a timely horror movie. Ari Aster’s new black comedy, Edington, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone, delves into COVID-19 lockdown themes, with mixed early reactions. Finally, Taran announced his new book, “Behind the Mirror,” focusing on the reality show Big Brother, available for pre-sale, while Grace mentioned upcoming interviews and a new weekly recap series for Dark, her favorite scripted show. 0:00 Podcast Welcome and Overview 1:05 Cancelations and Renewals 10:14 Dexter Resurrection (Paramount+/Showtime) has released two episodes, and initial impressions are positive, especially compared to the first episode of Dexter: Original Sin, which felt like a parody. 16:30 Foundation (Apple) Season 3 has started with weekly episode releases. 19:25 It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (FXX/Hulu) Season 17 kicked off with the second part of its Abbott Elementa...

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2025

The Tastemakers: Our Top 5 Shows of the Year So Far Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss their top 5 shows of the year so far before going into Squid Game Season 3 spoilers. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 02:20 Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix) 05:45 The Bear Season 5 Renewal (Hulu) 07:20 Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 08:00 I’m Glad My Mom Died casting 09:30 The Last of Us Neil Druckmann Leaving (HBO) 13:30 Sandman (Netflix) 21:10 Dandadan (Hulu) 21:50 Jurassic World: Rebirth (a theater near you) 26:35 What’s coming up 49:00 Top 5 Shows So Far 01:10:00 Squid Game Season 3 Spoilers Send in feedback every week by emailing [email protected] Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Finale Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss the Squid Game series finale. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Ep 5 Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 5. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

The Tastemakers: The Bear is Actually Great and You’re Wrong Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss what movies they’ve been watching before diving into Squid Game and The Bear. Vote on the Best TV Shows of 2025 So Far: https://forms.gle/NHEBe6woo78XnYoT8 Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:20 Denis Villeneuve to direct next James Bond movie 11:00 Lilo & Stitch (a theater near you) 12:00 No Other Choice (upcoming movie) 14:00 Project Hail Mary (upcoming movie) 19:12 Étoile (Prime Video) 21:20 Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix) 24:33 The Bear Season 4 (Hulu) 34:40 Smoke (Apple TV+) 40:00 Countdown (Prime Video) 40:50 F1: The Movie (a theater near you) 44:00 M3GAN 2.0 47:30 KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix) 49:45 Trainwreck: Poop Cruise (Netflix) 55:02 Novocaine (Paramount+) 56:10 Until Dawn (Prime Video) 58:40 Ironheart (Disney+) 59:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Ep 4 Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 4. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Ep 3 Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 3. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Ep 2 Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 2. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2025

Squid Game Season 3 Premiere Recap Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell discuss the Season 3 premiere of Squid Game. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Squid Game Returns Soon! Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Squid Game! Squid Game is a Netflix Korean thriller where financially desperate contestants compete in deadly childhood games for a massive cash prize, exposing the dark extremes of human greed and morality. Beneath its gripping suspense and shocking twists lies a poignant critique of societal inequality and the cost of desperation. Hosts Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) and Chappell (@chappells_show) are here to walk you all through it, so grab your numbered track suit and prepare for the game of a lifetime. Today, Mike and Chappell remind you what happened in Season 2 of Squid Game ahead of the Season 3 drop on June 27th. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

The Tastemakers: 28 Years Later Was Worth The Wait Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss what movies they’ve seen at the theaters before diving into what television shows are on the horizon. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:40 Ads in AMC theaters 06:50 Mobland (Paramount+) 08:00 NYT Top 100 Movies 12:20 Spoiler-free 28 Years Later (a theater near you) 20:00 Elio (a theater near you) 24:00 The Waterfront (Netflix) 26:25 Revival (Peacock) 27:20 The Four Seasons (Netflix) 30:30 Final Destination: Bloodlines (a theater near you) 33:20 What’s coming up 55:00 28 Years Later SPOILERS Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

The Tastemakers: Celine Song Takes a Big Swing Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss 28 Years Later, How To Train Your Dragon, The Materialist, Stick, Rush Revival, Minecraft Movie, Hell Motel, Gilded Age, Outrageous, The Waterfront, We Were Liars, Karen 3, and more! Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Chapters: 00:00 Intros 01:40 Robert Eggers signs onto A Christmas Carol 03:30 Celine Song connected to E-Sports drama 10:00 The Traitors Season 4 Cast 12:10 Materialists (a theater near you) 21:30 How to Train Your Dragon (a theater near you) 25:30 Revival (Hulu) 28:50 Stick (AppleTV+) 35:00 A Minecraft Movie (a theater near you) 38:30 Poker Face (Peacock) 39:30 What’s coming up Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

The Tastemakers: Movies Are Better Than TV Right Now Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss what you should see in theaters before discussing what’s coming up. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 11:00 2025 Tony Awards 14:30 From the World of John Wick: Ballerina (a theater near you) 19:15 The Phoenician Scheme (a theater near you) 20:40 Friendship (a theater near you) 23:25 Stick (Apple TV+) 25:00 Dept Q (Netflix) 26:20 Adults (Hulu) 30:00 Andor (Disney+) 33:00 Boxcutter (a theater near you) 34:00 Pee-wee as Himself (HBO) 37:30 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

The Tastemakers: We Watched Tudum So You Don’t Have To Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace welcome special guest, Chappell, on to talk about Netflix’s Tudum before jumping into what they’ve been watching. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 03:00 Netflix’s Tudum (Netflix) 31:30 James Cameron Movie 34:30 Harry Potter Series (HBO) 41:30 Dept. Q (Netflix) 46:40 Adults (FX/Hulu) 51:00 Bring Her Back (a theater near you) 54:40 Karate Kid: Legends (a theater near you) 58:40 Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (a theater near you) 59:40 Your Friends & Neighbors (AppleTV+) 01:02:10 Stick (AppleTV+) 01:04:20 The Better Sister (Amazon Prime Video) 01:05:50 The Phoenician Scheme (coming soon to a theater near you) 01:07:30 From the World of John Wick: Ballerina (coming soon to a theater near you) 01:10:00 The Life of Chuck (coming soon to a theater near you) 01:11:40 The Ritual (coming soon to a theater near you) 01:12:50 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

The Tastemakers: The Rehearsal Somehow Had the Best Finale of the Week Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace take on the finales of three standout shows. They explore the surreal and thought-provoking ending of The Rehearsal, discuss the emotional impact of The Last of Us finale, and share their thoughts on how The Studio wrapped up. From storytelling choices to standout moments, they break it all down. Topics by Time Code: Topics by Time Code: 0:00 Alex Garland’s Elden Ring Movie 3:33 Wheel of Time Canceled 6:39 The Rehearsal’s Artistic Brilliance 12:11 Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning Review 17:18 Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Remake 22:20 Upcoming TV Shows: Department Q 25:54 The Studio’s Finale Discussion 34:41 Sirens: New Show Overview 39:15 Karate Kid Legends Expectations 52:02 Bring Her Back: Horror Anticipation 57:13 Companion: Spoiler-Free Movie Discussion Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Deep Dive: We Disagree About The Last Of Us Finale Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Video Game Club, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Grace and Taran dive deep into the season 2 finale of The Last of Us, through the lens of the video game. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Recap: “Mid” Season Finale Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Deep Dive, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Mike and Grace discuss the season 2 finale of The Last of Us. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 Deep Dive: Our Favorite Episode Yet Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Video Game Club, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Grace and Taran dive deep into season 2 episode 6 of The Last of Us, through the lens of the video game. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

The Tastemakers: Amazon Prime Is Failing Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss the rebrand of Max back to HBO Max before diving into what they’ve bene watching. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:30 Max is HBO Max 07:26 Sesame Street moves to Netflix 08:30 The Bondsman is cancelled (Amazon Prime) 13:25 Murderbot (Apple TV+) 15:25 Duster (HBO Max) 17:55 Love, Death & Robots (Netflix) 19:50 The Devil’s Plan Season 2 (Netflix) 23:25 Final Destination: Bloodlines (a theater near you) 25:50 Hurry Up Tomorrow (a theater near you) 28:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Ep 6 Recap: The Last Five Years Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Deep Dive, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Mike and Grace discuss the season 2 episode 6 of The Last of Us. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

Andor Season 2 Finale Recap: Was Andor’s Ending Held Back by Rogue One? Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Star Wars! Whether it’s movies, shows, games, or the galaxy’s hottest debates, we cover every corner of the Star Wars universe. Join us as we dive into a galaxy far, far away! Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace), Taran Armstrong (@armstrongTaran), and Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) are watching and discussing Season 3 of Andor. Today, Grace, Taran, and Mike Bloom discuss the final three episodes of Andor Season 2. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Star Wars WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 5 Deep Dive: The Big Reveal Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Video Game Club, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Grace and Taran dive deep into season 2 episode 5 of The Last of Us, through the lens of the video game. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

The Tastemakers: The Golden Age of TV Continues Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss the upcoming AppleTV+ show, Murderbot, before diving into what they’ve been watching Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:54 Murderbot (AppleTV+) 06:00 Foundation Season 3 (AppleTV+) 09:20 The Studio (AppleTV+) 12:30 Suits LA (Peacock) 14:00 The Paper (Peacock) 16:30 Poker Face Season 2 (Peacock) 22:20 The Devil’s Plan Season 2 (Netflix) 26:00 The Rehearsal Season 2 (Max) 31:20 Andor Season 2 (Disney+) 36:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Ep 5 Recap: Spores ‘n Gore Galore Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Deep Dive, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Mike and special guest, Jess Sterling, discuss the season 2 episode 5 of The Last of Us. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

Andor Season 2 Eps 7-9 Recap: Andor Makes the Case For Best Show of the Year Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Star Wars! Whether it’s movies, shows, games, or the galaxy’s hottest debates, we cover every corner of the Star Wars universe. Join us as we dive into a galaxy far, far away! Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace), Taran Armstrong (@armstrongTaran), and Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) are watching and discussing Season 3 of Andor. Today, Grace, Taran, and Mike Bloom discuss episodes 7-9 of Andor Season 2. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Star Wars WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 4 Deep Dive: An Episode Under Fire Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Video Game Club, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Grace and Taran dive deep into season 2 episode 4 of The Last of Us, through the lens of the video game. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

The Tastemakers: The Script Worth $38 Million Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss the upcoming movie, Weapons, before diving into what they’ve been watching. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:20 Weapons (a theater near you coming soon) 06:30 Shogun Season 2 (Hulu) 07:50 Dexter: Resurrection (Paramount+) 08:30 North of North (Netflix) 09:25 The Four Seasons (Netflix) 15:45 Thunderbolts* (a theater near you) 19:50 Genius Game (ITV in the UK) 21:45 The Devil’s Plan (Netflix) 25:00 Taskmaster Season 19 26:50 Miss Austen (PBS) 27:30 The Eternaut (Netflix) 29:00 Careme (AppleTV+) 30:00 Andor Season 2 (Disney+) 32:20 The Last of Us Season 2 (HBO) 36:50 Game Changer (Dropout) 38:00 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

The Last of Us Season 2 Ep 4 Recap: Sleepless in Seattle Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know The Last of Us. Join hosts Grace Leeder and Mike Bloom as they break down each episode with insightful recaps, analysis, and all the emotional gut punches the show delivers. Then, stick around for Grace Leeder and Taran Armstrong in the Deep Dive, where they compare the show to the beloved The Last of Us video game, exploring key differences, Easter eggs, and how the adaptation stacks up. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or experiencing this world for the first time, We Know The Last of Us is your ultimate companion through this post-apocalyptic journey. Today, Grace and Mike discuss the season 2 episode 4 of The Last of Us. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know The Last of Us podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

Abbott Elementary Season 4 Finale Subscribe NOW to Recap Kickback https://recapkickback.com/ Chappell and his Post Show Recaps Cohost, Gia Worthy (@ClassicallyGia) bring coverage of ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” the mockumentary sitcom created by and starring Quinta Brunson to RecapKickback.com. The Emmy Award winning “Abbott Elementary” follows a group of teachers as they navigate life at a predominantly Black elementary school in Philadelphia. Join Chappell & Gia Worthy (@ClassicallyGia) as they break down the Season 4 Finale of Abbott Elementary, episode 22 “Please Touch Museum” Subscribe NOW to Recap Kickback anywhere you get your podcasts! Follow us on social media @RecapKickback for updates & more. Don’t miss out on our lively discussions and unique insights into “Abbott Elementary.” Subscribe to the podcast at recapkickback.com or subscribe to Abbott Elementary: A Post Show Recap to listen to their recaps of season 2! The full season 4 coverage can also be found on YOUTUBE – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsUivFab4kxYKZ_AsFUQcRAQKAqS_Qoz2&si=Tfw2bvpLyf611QF A special thank you to Leaf Vxllage for our intro song, “Wall Maria”

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

Andor Season 2 Eps 4-6 Recap: Spies and Spiders Welcome back to We Know Scripted TV where We Know Star Wars! Whether it’s movies, shows, games, or the galaxy’s hottest debates, we cover every corner of the Star Wars universe. Join us as we dive into a galaxy far, far away! Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace), Taran Armstrong (@armstrongTaran), and Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) are watching and discussing Season 3 of Andor. Today, Grace, Taran, and Mike Bloom discuss episodes 4-6 of Andor Season 2. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Star Wars WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

The Tastemakers: Sinners is Our New Favorite Movie Taran Armstrong (@armstrongtaran) and Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) are The Tastemakers! Every week, Grace and Taran tell you about what’s on TV, which shows are worth watching, and which shows are worth skipping. This week, Taran and Grace discuss how Sinners is doing at the box office before diving into what else they’ve been watching. Topics by Time Code: 00:00 Intros 01:22 Sinners (a theater near you) 11:40 Yellowjackets Season 3 (Paramount+) 12:20 Étoile (Amazon Prime Video) 19:19 Andor Season 2 (Disney+) 24:00 You Season 5 (Netflix) 27:00 Havoc (Netflix) 30:00 Hacks Season 4 (Max) 32:30 The Rehearsal Season 2 (Max) 37:10 Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+) 39:50 Government Cheese (Appletv+) 40:45 Your Friends & Neighbors (Appletv+) 41:33 The Studio (Appletv+) 43:00 Drop (a theater near you) 43:30 The Woman in the Yard (Amazon Prime Video) 44:40 What’s coming up Send in feedback every week by emailing tastemakersrhap [at] gmail [dot] com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s scripted coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the RHAP: We Know Scripted TV podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025