Still Watching

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are taking time before a new season of Still Watching to survey the Fall TV landscape and catch up with some returning favorites. This week: Netflix's limited series Maniac, featuring Jonah Hill and Emma Stone caught in Justin Theroux and Sonoya Mizuno's wacky drug trial. The show takes on mental illness while allowing for genre fun with the characters and a tour-de-force Emma Stone performance. Also included embedded in this week's episode is a Billy Magnussen appreciation section. This week's interviews are actress Julia Garner, who plays multiple characters on the show, and director Cary Fukunaga.Julia Garner interview begins at 17 minutes and 47 seconds.Cary Fukunaga interview begins at 37 minutes and 53 seconds.This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are taking time before a new season of Still Watching to survey the Fall TV landscape and catch up with some returning favorites. This week, American Vandal, Season 2 is on Netflix. The Peabody Award winning series follows up the mystery of who drew the dicks with another true crime story from high school. This time Peter and Sam head to a private Catholic High School to solve the poop-related crimes. This week's interview is with actor Tyler Alvarez, who plays Peter Maldonado in both seasons.Interview begins at 21 minutes and 36 seconds.This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are taking time before a new season of Still Watching to survey the Fall TV landscape and catch up with some returning favorites.This week, Richard introduces Joanna to Ozark, the Netflix crime series that follows the Byrdes (Jason Bateman and Laura Linney) who move to the Missouri Ozarks and become entangled in shady business like money laundering and drug cartels.This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Milk" the eighth and final episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. Camille offers herself to Adora to try and save Amma. The solution to the mystery is revealed. This week's episode includes three interviews - series creator Marti Noxon, actor Eliza Scanlen (Amma), and series director Jean Marc Vallee.Marti Noxon interview begins at 13 minutes and 38 seconds in.Eliza Scanlen interview begins at 50 minutes in.Jean Marc Vallee interview begins at 1 hour, 26 and a half minutes in Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Falling" the seventh episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. Consequences from last week's party begin to reveal a dark secret at the heart of Camille's family. This week's interview is actor Patricia Clarkson who talks about dancing and bringing Adora to life without having read the book.Interview begins at 52 and a half minutes in.Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 13 minutes in.This episode is brought to you by The Sinner. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Cherry" the sixth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. The mystery deepens. John Keene gets taunted. Jackie is questioned. Camille and Amma spend some quality time together. This week's interview is actor Eliza Scanlen who discusses roller skating and making "nice girl Amma" different from rebellious Amma.Interview begins at 1 hour, 15 minutes.Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 40 minutes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Closer" the fifth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. It's time to celebrate Calhoun Day in Wind Gap. Adora forces a shop to open on the holiday. Amma rolls into her performance. Camille and Richard have an encounter. This week's interview is actor Chris Messina who discusses the surprising end scene for Detective Dick, and building up the character of Richard beyond his portrayal in the novel.Interview begins at 1 hour, 3 minutes.Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 37 minutes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Emma Stefansky and Matt Singer discuss the first episode of the new season of the limited series The Sinner in this special limited podcast series, sponsored by USA Network. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Ripe" the fourth episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. Adora's hand is injured, Jackie appears at a boozy lunch, Alan gets Vickery a drink. A tough conversation between Camille and the detective opens up another painful chapter in her life. This week's interview is actor Elizabeth Perkins who delves into how the show's point of view changes how scenes make the final edit, and hitting the pitch perfect balance between comedy and melancholy to portray Jackie. Interview begins at 26 minutes in.Spoilers begin at 1 hour, 31 minutes in. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Fix," the third episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. We finally get to learn more about Sydney Sweeney's mysterious Alice who has been popping up in the first couple episodes. Camillie plays two sides against the middle while Adora gets in the way. Amma takes a field trip. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Dirt," the second episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. A funeral in Wind Gap reveals that getting to the bottom of the mystery and Camille's family drama is like...pulling teeth. This week's interview is with author Gillian Flynn who is executive producing the series and reveals how the HBO adaptation is adding and accentuating from her original novel. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Vanish," the first episode of the HBO original series Sharp Objects. In the episode adapted for the screen by author Gillian Flynn, we meet Camille and are introduced to the mystery she'll need to solve in her old hometown of Wind Gap. Her mother's house is nuts. Alan has a stereo. Amma sometimes wears a ribbon. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Vanity Fair critic Richard Lawson and senior writer Joanna Robinson preview the new subject of Still Watching - HBO's adaptation of a Gillian Flynn novel, Sharp Objects. The series starts Sunday, July 8th. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson reach the end of Ford's long season two game deep in the Forge for the tenth episode of Westworld season two, "The Passenger." Stories converge where The Forge meets The Valley Beyond. Dolores whereabouts are revealed. Bernard's timeline is settled. Old William faces some dire consequences. This week's interviews are Shannon Woodward, who talks about playing Elsie this season, and Executive Producer and director of this episode Fred Toye who tries to answer some of the many questions. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson is joined by Insider Senior Culture Writer Kim Renfro to dig absolutely all the clues out of the HBO preview for next Sunday's season two finale "The Passenger." From aspect ratio watching to the differences between The Forge and The Cradle, they've got everyone covered. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson diver deeper into the tragedy of the Man in Black for "Vanishing Point," the ninth episode of the second season of Westworld. Emily and William reach an impasse. Elise and Bernard escape the Mesa. Clementine is weaponized. This week's episode has two interviews - Angela Sarafyan who plays Clementine and Katja Herbers who plays Emily Delos in season two. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson jump back in time for "Kiksuya," the eighth episode of the second season of Westworld. We meet Akecheta of the Ghost Nation. Maeve's abilities are discovered. This week's interview is Zahn McClarnon, who plays Akecheta and talks about doing an episode in Lakota, plus the particulars of playing a host. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson massacre the Mesa for "Les Écorchés," the seventh episode of the second season of Westworld. Dolores and Teddy kill on the way to Abernathy. Bernard exits the Cradle. Maeve encounters the Man in Black. This week's interview is Jeffrey Wright, who talks about acting different time periods and versions of Bernard's character. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson have their skulls wrenched open to interface with the Cradle for "Phase Space," the sixth episode of the second season of Westworld. Maeve struggles to break loops, Hale calls for backup. Dolores and Teddy take a train ride. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson enter a third park in "Akane No Mai," the fifth episode of the second season of Westworld. Maeve discovers dopplebots, the Shogun isn't well. This week's interview is Simon Quatermain who speaks to delivering a lot of exposition and the complexities of Shogun World. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discover more about Delos in "Riddle of the Spinx," the fourth episode of the second season of Westworld. William and Bernard come across old acquaintances, The Man In Black returns to Las Mudas. This week's interview is Jonathan Tucker who discusses how portraying Major Craddock has him thinking like a bird. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson witness a showdown in "Virtù e Fortuna," the third episode of the second season of Westworld. Park border crossings, Confederados at the Fort, and Abernathy returns. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson find most of the hidden clues in "Reunion," the second episode of the second season of Westworld. Lawrence returns, Dolores recruits, and William's journey from white hat to black comes into focus. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson probe the little black boxes in their minds to dig up all the hidden clues in the second season premiere of Westworld, titled "Journey into Night." Bernard ends up on a beach, Maeve gets an unlikely ally, and the park descends into chaos. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Vanity Fair critic Richard Lawson and senior writer Joanna Robinson preview the new subject of Still Watching - Season 2 of HBO's Westworld! Take a weekly deep dive into the newest episode and fall down the rabbit hole (or into the maze) of theorizing and speculating just what exactly is going on in the park. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Alone," the final episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story and how the show chose to portray the final days of Andrew Cunanan. More from star Darren Criss and Executive Producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson are the featured interview. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Creator/Destroyer," the penultimate episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, including additional bonus segments with lead actor Darren Criss. This week's featured interview is director and frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Matt Bomer who discusses stepping behind the camera for his directorial debut. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Ascent," the seventh episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, delving even deeper into the past to show the problems surrounding the rise of Andrew Cunanan and the world of Versace. This week's featured interview is series star Darren Criss, who discusses bringing the spree killer to life, some little known facts, and some deleted scenes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Descent," the sixth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, tracking Andrew Cunanan deeper back in time. This week's featured interview is director of this week's and next week's episodes of American Crime Story, frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Gwyneth Horder-Payton. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss "Don't Ask Don't Tell," the fifth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, and find time to mention representation at the Winter Olympics. This week's featured interview is stage actor and frequent Ryan Murphy collaborator Finn Wittrock who talks about playing Jeff Trail and tracking his performance over multiple episodes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss the fourth episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, which focuses on a very personal murder. This week's featured interviews are episode writer Tom Rob Smith and Australian stage and screen actor Cody Fern who portrays David Madson on the series. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss the third of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, which focuses on the murder of Lee Miglin and is the first episode to not feature Versace. This week's featured interview is two time Tony winning actress Judith Light who discusses playing Marilyn Miglin for a single episode. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss the second of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, directed by Nelson Cragg. This week's featured interview is Emmy nominated actor Max Greenfield who discusses portraying Ronnie in the series and his research into the HIV positive community. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson discuss the first episode of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, directed by creator Ryan Murphy, and recent reactions to the show from the Versace family. This week's featured interview is singer, actor, and author Ricky Martin who discusses appearing as Antonio D’Amico on the show and the impact the true story had on his life. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Joanna Robinson and Richard Lawson are joined by Katey Rich, deputy editor of VanityFair.com to discuss how the book Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History inspired the upcoming season of American Crime Story and further informs those curious about Cunanan. This week's featured interview is Maureen Orth, author of Vulgar Favors, who discusses how her Vanity Fair story on Versace’s killer prepared her to write the definitive book in his four-state killing spree culminating in the death of famed designer Versace. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Before 2017 is out, Vanity Fair critic Richard Lawson and senior writer Joanna Robinson preview their new podcast. Still Watching: Versace will be a weekly deep dive into The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, the newest crime drama from Ryan Murphy and FX. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices