'The Last of Us' S2 Trailer, 'How to Die Alone,' and Brian Jordan Alvarez on the Making of 'English Teacher'

Update: 2024-09-26

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Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for 'The Last of Us' Season 2 that was released this week (1:00 ), the new Natasha Rothwell comedy 'How to Die Alone' (23:07 ), and the latest episode of 'Slow Horses' (37:44 ). Then they are joined by Brian Jordan Alvarez to talk about the making of his series 'English Teacher' and how veteran comedy TV writer Paul Simms helped him bring it to the screen (49:32 ).

Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald

Guest: Brian Jordan Alvarez

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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'The Last of Us' S2 Trailer, 'How to Die Alone,' and Brian Jordan Alvarez on the Making of 'English Teacher'

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'The Last of Us' S2 Trailer, 'How to Die Alone,' and Brian Jordan Alvarez on the Making of 'English Teacher'