The Finale Pod

Bonjour from birthday girl Belly’s big decision day! The Finale Pod follows Linnea’s pick to the Parisian train station and back to Cousins Beach in the TSITP Season 3 finale, where old flames, Junior Mint, unsmoked pot, and infinity necklaces do the most and influencer dinners with Boston's hottest "chef" do the least. Don’t forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty! We start our recap discussion at the 23:10 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, Love It Lately recs, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our favorite love triangles (fictional and otherwise). The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty is 7.60. Network: Amazon Prime Video Genre: Coming-of-age, Romantic drama Created by: Jenny Han Written by: Jenny Han, Sarah Kucserka, and team Starring: Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno, Jackie Chung, Rachel Blanchard Join us soon for the next episode of The Finale Pod!

Is it love… or just too much? The Finale Pod heads across the pond to unravel Alex’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Too Much, Lena Dunham’s transatlantic rom-com where mourning your dog turns into marrying your boyfriend. And yes, Astrid deserved better. Don’t forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Too Much! We start our recap discussion exactly at the (20:00:00) mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, Love It Lately recs, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our first impressions of London—just like Jess, that lucky biotch. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Too Much is 5.27. Network: Netflix Genre: Romantic comedy Created by: Lena Dunham & Luis Felber Starring: Megan Stalter, Will Sharpe, Emily Ratajkowski, Naomi Watts, Lena Dunham, Richard Grant, Andrew Rannells Join us soon for the next episode of The Finale Pod!  

The Finale Pod is stepping back into the spore-filled streets of Seattle! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 2 finale of The Last of Us. This one’s got pregnancy trauma, aquarium carnage, and a cut-to-black cliffhanger that had fans more mad than the infected. Don’t forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Last of Us! We start our recap discussion at the 15:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about your go-to apocalypse weapon. The overall TFP rating for the Season 2 finale of The Last of Us is 7.430. Network: HBO Genre: Post-apocalyptic drama Written by: Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann, Halley Gross Starring: Bella Ramsey, Pedro Pascal, Gabriel Luna, Isabela Merced, and Young Mazino The next finale we will review is likely going to be Alex’s pick, so be sure to watch the Lena Dunham Netflix comedy, Too Much. It’s like a rom-com, but messier... and set in our favorite city, London!

Namaste and welcome back to The Finale Pod! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 3 finale of The White Lotus. At least three corpses, a few failed poison smoothies, and a $5 million hush deal later, Thailand’s most cursed resort delivers a finale that’s equal parts bloodbath and bewilderment (why, Rick?!). Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The White Lotus! We start our recap discussion at the [15:10:00] mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about piña coladas (and possibly getting caught in the rain). The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The White Lotus is 6.100. Network: HBO / Max Genre: Black comedy; Comedy-drama; Tragicomedy; Satire Created and written by: Mike White Starring: Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Pataravadi, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, Aimee Lou Wood, Jon Gries, Sam Rockwell, Scott Glenn Join us soon for the next episode of The Finale Pod!

The Finale Pod waddles into Gotham this week, unpacking the ruthless rise of Oswald Cobb. We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 1 finale of The Penguin. While Oz solidifies his place as Gotham’s kingpin, we get revealing flashbacks, aggressive Mommy & Me therapy, backstabbing murders galore, and the ominous na-na-na-na Batman signal. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Penguin! We start our recap discussion at the (17:50:00) mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about the hottest Batmans to grace our screens. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of The Penguin is 8.50. Network: HBO. Genre: Crime drama. Developed by: Lauren LeFranc. Starring: Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz Join us in a few months for Season 4 of The Finale Pod!  

All rise for this week’s episode of The Finale Pod! Today we are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Presumed Innocent. Rusty’s murder trial may be over, but the drama is far from settled. We learn the twisted truth behind the death of Carolyn and the distinction between a pitchfork and a fireplace poker. Don’t forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Presumed Innocent! We start our recap discussion at the (15:50:00) mark if you want to skip past our Co-host Catch-up, Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about whether you’ve ever been falsely accused. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Presumed Innocent is 7.97. Network: Apple TV+ Genre: Legal thriller Based on: Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-T Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick, and she chose the Season 1 finale of The Penguin. Colin Farrell shines as Gotham’s waddling crime lord (and mommy’s boy) and we obsess over the wardrobe of Sofia Gigante, née Falcone. 

Unlike Stephen DeMarco, we aren’t telling you lies, cause the Finale Pod is back! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 2 finale of Tell Me Lies. Stephen’s revenge brings chaos to Bree and Evan’s wedding, Lucy’s love life gets messier than a frat party, and Wrigley faces a devastating loss that breaks our hearts. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Tell Me Lies! The overall TFP rating for the Season 2 finale of Tell Me Lies is 7.30. Network: Hulu Genre: Drama Based on: Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering Starring: Grace Van Patten, Jackson White, Catherine Missal, Alicia Crowder We start our recap discussion at the (12:30:00) mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about what you’d do with a juicy secret if you were Stephen. The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of Presumed Innocent. Rusty’s courtroom drama hits harder than a 10-minute version of All Too Well, as the once-revered prosecutor finds himself on trial for the shocking murder of his coworker.  

Step out of Vault 33 and into The Finale Pod’s radioactive wasteland. Today we are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Fallout. When Lucy learns about her father’s shady Vault-Tec past, Hank escapes the birdcage and goes all “Viva New Vegas" on us. Meanwhile, The Ghoul dazzles, Maximus becomes a Brotherhood legend, and a brain-on-a-Roomba traps Norm in a Vault. Okie dokie? Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Fallout! We start our recap discussion at (10:20:00) if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about choosing to live in a bomb shelter. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Fallout is 8.27. Network: Amazon Prime Video Genre: Action, Drama, Post-apocalyptic, Sci-fi Western Based on: The role-playing video game franchise Fallout by Bethesda Softworks Starring: Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, Moisés Arias, Xelia Mendes-Jones, Walton Goggins The next finale we will review is Lauren’s pick, and she chose the Season 2 finale of Tell Me Lies... Love. Gaslighting. Revenge. What more could you ask for in an early aughts, dark, toxic romance show?  

Knock, knock. Who’s there? The Finale Pod with Deborah Vance’s big late-night comeback! (Ok, we’ll leave the jokes to Deborah and Ava.) Today we are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 3 finale of Hacks. While Deborah preps for her show’s debut, Ava gets some fly headshots, and Jimmy and Kayla turn an airplane into a dramatic (coworker) proposal. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Hacks! We start our recap discussion at (18:20:00) if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about asking your former enemy for a favor. The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Hacks is 8.37. Network: HBO Max Genre: Comedy Drama Created by: Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky Starring: Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs, Rose Abdoo, Mark Indelicato The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick, and she chose the Season 1 finale of Fallout. Get ready for wasteland wanderings, vault villains, and ghastly ghouls. Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/ Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

This week, The Finale Pod unpacks Baby Reindeer’s unforgettable finale and the tearjerker reveal behind Martha's pet name for Donny by the same name. Content Warning: This episode discusses themes of sexual abuse, mental health struggles, stalking, and emotional distress. We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Baby Reindeer. Donny's life takes a tumultuous turn as he confronts the fallout from his viral YouTube video confession and the relentless harassment from Martha. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Baby Reindeer! We start our recap discussion at the 14:20 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about the London “tings” we got all nostalgic about in Baby Reindeer. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Baby Reindeer is 7.83. Network: Netflix Genre: Drama, Psychological Thriller Starring: Richard Gadd The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick, and she chose the Season 3 finale of Hacks. It’s all lights, cameras, and cutting remarks—Deborah’s out for the late show spotlight! Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/ Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com

Today, The Finale Pod is diving into London's high-stakes finance world. We are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 3 finale of Industry. Yasmin’s choice between love and legacy leads her down a surprising path to Net-a-Porter, while Eric says a tearful farewell to Pierpoint’s London sales floor during its inevitable closure under new ownership. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Industry! We start our recap discussion at the 15:00 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about whether we’d ever work in finance (“trust fund - blue eyes”). The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Industry is 7.90. Network: HBO/Max (US), BBC One (UK) Genre: Drama, Financial Thriller Starring: Marisa Abela, Myha'la Herrold, Harry Lawtey, Ken Leung, Sagar Radia, Kit Harington, Sarah Goldberg The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick, and she chose the Season 1 finale of Baby Reindeer… “Don’t forget to listen next week, love. I’d hate to have to peek through your curtains again. Sent from Martha’s iPhone.” We couldn’t resist! Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/ Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

The Finale Pod is back with a scandalous affair worth gossiping about! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 3 finale of Bridgerton. Newlyweds Colin and Penelope’s fresh marriage faces blackmail and high-society drama, as Penelope’s bold reveal as Lady Whistledown shocks the ton and changes everything. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Bridgerton! We start our recap discussion at the 16:50 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission, where we chat about our favorite romance tropes. SPOILER ALERT: We spill tea about future seasons gleaned from articles and the author who wrote the books that this series is based on. So skip over that if you must! Spoilers happen between 1:24:45 and 1:28:15. The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Bridgerton is 4.5. Network: Netflix Genre: Regency romance Based on: Bridgerton by Julia Quinn Starring: Nicola Coughlan, Luke Newton Executive Producer: Shonda Rhimes The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of Industry. Trading corsets for power suits—this one’s all about high stakes and cutthroat ambition! Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/ Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com

We’re heading back to Chicago’s fine-dining kitchens for Alex’s pick: the Season 3 finale of The Bear. In this intense closer, Carmen, Sydney, and Richie attend the emotional farewell dinner at Ever, where tensions run high and Joel McHale-sized traumas resurface. We’re breaking down all the chef cameos and the raw moments this finale delivered. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Bear! We start our recap discussion at the 14:50 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission, where we share what we'd say to a former boss who deserves a piece of our minds. The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The Bear is 6.30. Network: FX on Hulu Genre: Comedy-drama Created by: Christopher Storer Starring: Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, Abby Elliott, Matty Matheson The next finale we will review is Lauren’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of Bridgerton. Prepare yourselves, dear listeners, for next week’s discourse about Penelope and Colin’s romance is sure to be the talk of the ton!  

Mazel Tov! We’re kicking off Season 3 of The Finale Pod with Lauren’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Nobody Wants This. In this episode, Miriam’s bat mitzvah serves as the chaotic backdrop to family drama, big decisions, and the looming conversion discussion. We break down Joanne’s attempt to leave the party (and her relationship), only to have that sweet, sweet romcom-tastic moment. Don’t forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Nobody Wants This! We start our recap discussion at the 19:10 mark if you want to fast forward past our Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission, where we chat about the most memorable bar and bat mitzvahs we've attended. The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Nobody Wants This is 6.47. Network: Netflix Genre: Romantic comedy Created by: Erin Foster Starring: Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, Timothy Simons Note: Alex recommends you listen to The World's First Podcast episode where Erin and Sara Foster share the full story of how 'Nobody Wants This' came to be! Give it a listen here. The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of The Bear. As Marcus would say: "Take us there, Bear!" Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/ Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com

The Finale Pod is "On Air" for our final episode of our 2nd season! We are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. We cover what happens when a tech billionaire wants to buy a legacy media company and the fallout from withholding evidence from the FBI–yikes! Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Morning Show!   We start our recap discussion at the 13:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about if we are morning show people (or not).   The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show is 6.267.   Network: Apple TV+ Genre: Drama; Satire; Tragicomedy Starring: Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Jon Hamm   Join us in a few months for Season 3 of The Finale Pod!   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

It’s time to podcast about fictional NYC crime-busting podcasters! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. The curtain lifts on the premiere of Death Rattle Dazzle and our lovable true crime podcasters have seemingly cracked the case of who killed Ben Glenroy. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Only Murders in the Building!   We start our recap discussion at the 23:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our absolute favorite podcasts.   The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in The Building is 7.40.   Network: Hulu Genre: Comedy-drama; Mystery thriller Created by: Steve Martin; John Hoffman Starring: Steve Martin; Martin Short; Selena Gomez   The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. The future of the UBA network is up in the air, loyalties are pushed to the brink, and we have MANY opinions. Can’t wait!   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

We’ve NEVER been more excited for The Finale Pod to be back! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 4 finale of Never Have I Ever. Devi’s headed off to the college of her dreams and the gang’s all celebrating one last time at Nirmala’s wedding. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Never Have I Ever!   We start our recap discussion at the 16:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission with our own “Never Have I Ever” game.   The overall TFP rating for the Season 4 finale of Show Name is 7.400.   Network: Netflix Genre: Comedy drama; Coming-of-age; Teen drama Created by: Mindy Kaling, Lang Fisher Narrated by: John McEnroe   The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. Let’s “Death Rattle Dazzle” next week!   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

The Finale Pod is back to talk hitmen and hostages! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 4 finale of Barry. After landing in Los Angeles, Barry has his final showdown with frienemy Fuches, to save his wife and son who’ve been taken hostage. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Barry!   We start our recap discussion at the 17:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our own experience acting and on-screen work.   The overall TFP rating for the Season 4 finale of Barry is 6.633.   Network: HBO / Max Genre: Comedy drama; Psychological drama; Tragicomedy Starring: Bill Hader, Sarah Goldberg, Henry Winkler   The next finale we will review is Lauren’s pick and she chose the Season 4 finale of Never Have I Ever. We’ve NEVER been so happy to talk about high schoolers in Sherman Oaks!   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

Diplomacy, Ambassadors, and The Finale Pod, oh my! We are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat. We discuss how US ambassador to the UK Kate Wyler defuses an international crisis and adjusts to her new place in the spotlight, AND that red dress moment. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Diplomat!   We start our recap discussion at the 22:10 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about where we’d be diplomats if we had the choice.   The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat is 5.933.   Network: Netflix Genre: Drama; Political thriller Starring: Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi   The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick and she chose the Season 4 finale of Barry. He’s a hitman searching for some direction and we’re breaking it down.   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com  

Where’s the beef? It’s here on The Finale Pod! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 1 finale of Beef. Amy and Danny are stuck in the Malibu wilderness, tripping on wild berries, finally sharing their vulnerable sides with each other, and we’re breaking it all down. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Beef!   We start our recap discussion at the 20:37 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about road rage.   The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Beef is 7.633.   Network: Netflix Genre: Dark comedy; Comedy-drama; Psychological drama Created by: Lee Sung Jin   The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of The Diplomat. We’re headed to the UK to sort out an international crisis!   Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefinalepod/   Submit a question or comment to us at: thefinalepod@gmail.com