Breaking Down 'The Last of Us' Season 2: Hits, Misses, & What to Expect from Season 3
Season 2 of HBO Max's 'The Last of Us' is proving controversial for fans of the game and show alike. We break down the season and highlight the areas we loved, but don't shy away from talking about what the show was missing. Should the Ellie/Abby dynamic have been more front and center this season to help viewers understand why they need to care about Abby? Or was it important to give Ellie a full season to cover her emotional arc?
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2025 Upfronts: New TV Shows, Renewals, and What's Coming to Your Screen!
Welcome back to What The Hype! This week, the gang’s all here to break down the most exciting tidbits of television news to come out of the 2025 Upfront Presentations. Don’t know what the Upfronts are? Don’t worry– we’ll clue you in! Fandoms and television news discussed on this week’s episode include: Mike Schur’s ‘The Dig,’ ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ ‘Bridgerton’ season 4, ‘The Pitt,’ ‘Spider-Man Noir,’ ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ ‘Wednesday’ season 2, and more!
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Mailbag Episode: Responding to YOUR Feedback on TLOU, Hunger Games, Fourth Wing, and more!
We asked for feedback, and you provided! Join Laura, Pam, Eric and Micah for a very special What the Hype?!! mailbag episode, featuring feedback from you, the listener, regarding any of the pop culture properties we’ve covered on the show! And ones you love that you want us to chat about!
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Celebrating 25 Years of 'Gilmore Girls' for Mother's Day!
In time for Mother's Day, we’re diving deep into the beloved world of Gilmore Girls! From the fast-talking charm of Lorelai and Rory to the quirky, cozy vibe of Stars Hollow, we’re celebrating everything that made the series a fan favorite. We break down our favorite Gilmore Girls characters, debate the ultimate question—Dean, Jess, or Logan?—and revisit unforgettable side characters like Kirk, Paris, and Miss Patty. Plus, we share our honest thoughts on the Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life revival and whether it gave fans the closure they deserved. Whether you’re a Team Jess loyalist or just love pop culture nostalgia, this episode is for for every Gilmore Girls fan!
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'You' Season 5 Complete Thoughts, Theories, and Potential for a Spin-off?!
Hello again, you! Join Micah, Pam and Laura as they recap the fifth and final season of Netflix’s hit psychological thriller ‘You’! What in the world is going on with the Lockwood family? Is Kate to blame for “activating” Joe? On the scale of Beck to Love, where does Bronte fall? Were the ghosts of girlfriends past too much for Joe? And were we satisfied with the ending?
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