A Look Back at Season 3 with Mike White

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman revisit their predictions and dive into the show’s exploration of identity. Plus, Josh sits down with Aimee Lou Wood to talk about Chelsea’s complexity, her soulmate connection to Rick, and the challenges of keeping that explosive finale under wraps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman sit with creator Mike White to reflect on the finale, what ended up on the cutting room floor, and the themes of identity and Buddhism throughout the season. Mike also shares how his experiences in Thailand inspired many of his ideas and gives a glimpse into what’s to come for Season 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman unpack the Season 3 finale, reflecting on its biggest moments and the emotional impact of saying goodbye to certain characters. They share their personal connections to the season, revealing which characters resonated with them the most. Finally, they sit down with Natasha Rothwell to discuss Belinda’s time in Thailand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Savage Love’s Dan Savage returns to the podcast for a deep dive into Episode 7 and a discussion on the season so far with host Jia Tolentino. Together, they explore the psychosexual dynamics between Lochlan and Saxon, desire and identity, and Dan’s take on the overarching themes across all three seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman dive into Episode 7 to break down Rick and Frank’s undercover operation, Muay Thai fights, and Greg/Gary’s party . Then, Jon Gries, who plays Greg Hunt, weighs in on the big question—did he orchestrate Tanya’s death? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman break down the aftermath of the Full Moon Party and everything Episode 6. Then, Patrick Schwarzenegger reflects on his journey to playing Saxon Ratliff. Later, Leslie Bibb opens up about Kate’s perfectionism and how she and her real-life partner Sam Rockwell kept his cameo a secret. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman unpack Episode 5 and the infamous full moon party—plus, Josh shares his experience as an extra in the scene. Then, Carrie Coon discusses the concept of being an alpha in a friendship and Laurie’s relationships with Kate and Jaclyn. Later, Parker Posey Victoria Ratliff reflects on Victoria’s reality...and her accent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman break down Episode 4 and talk through the process of getting into Timothy Ratliff’s mindset with Jason Isaacs. Then, they speak with Sarah Catherine Hook, who plays Piper Ratliff, who reflects on how she relates to her character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman as they unpack Episode 3 of the series and chat with Walton Goggins about the emotional and social challenges that come with getting into character as Rick. Later, they hear from Aimee Lou Wood who shares her astrological insights on Chelsea and Rick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman break down all the key moments in Episode 2. They’re also joined by Tayme Thapthimthong and Lalisa Manobal, who play Gaitok and Mook, as well as Sam Nivola, who plays the youngest Ratliff, Lochlan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices