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TV I Say

TV, I Say w/ Ashley Ray is a podcast dedicated to all things TV, hosted by Ashley Ray, the internet’s leading TV pop culture expert! A writer for Vulture, Variety and Emmy Magazine, each week Ashley keeps listeners up to date on the shows everyone is talking about, digs deep into classic tropes, and breaks down the best moments in television with some of your favorite comedians, actors, TV writers and more! TV, I Say with Ashley Ray is the hangout sitcom of a podcast you’ve been waiting for.

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00:53:26

The Idol Hate Watch & Taboo TV w/ Kiki Andersen

TV I Say ·

2023/07/12

What’s more fascinating than good TV? EPICALLY BAD TV. Whether you’ve watched MAX’s The Idol or not, Kiki Andersen (Indecent podcast) is here to help Ashley break down all the reasons why the show was a monumental failure and discuss what makes a TV show taboo. Plus, Ashley dives into The Other Two’s scandal-ridden cancellation and how it seems like A-list showrunner Ryan Murphy isn’t standing in solidarity with his WGA colleagues. Listen to Indecent with Kiki Andersen on Apple, Spotify, or

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00:57:13

The Curious Case of The Bear w/ Beth Karas

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2023/07/05

Hungry for a scandalous docuseries served with a side of Chicago restaurant show hot takes? Don’t miss this episode! Ashley welcomes veteran legal analyst Beth Karas from The Curious Case of Natalia Grace to answer all of Ashley’s burning questions on the too-bonkers-to-believe docuseries streaming now on MAX. But first, Ashley gives her thoughts on season 2 of The Bear and how embracing its characters over the city of Chicago helps this season shine—but sorry, The Bear is still NOT a comedy!!!What

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00:42:24

TV News Flash w/ Michelle Buteau & Jordan Carlos

TV I Say ·

2023/06/28

Adulting podcast co-hosts Michelle Buteau (Survival of the Thickest) & Jordan Carlos (Everything’s Trash) join Ashley to gab about the latest TV news. They cover everything from that viral clip of the Weeknd in MAX’s The Idol, to the new season of Black Mirror, to what dishes they want on the menu of Netflix’s pop-up restaurant. Anyone hungry for “Duck à l’Orange is the New Black” with a side of “The Floor is Guava”? What We Watched:Black MirrorThe IdolQueer EyeSlipSuccessionTed LassoAtlantaBelow

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00:55:59

Content Hogs w/ Jon Lovett

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2023/06/21

Crooked Media’s Jon Lovett is a podcast host, TV writer, former presidential speechwriter… and Survivor superfan?! Who knew! In addition to Survivor, Jon talks with Ashley about the WGA strike, why it’s suddenly so hard to make a TV show about American politics, the insanity that is the show Mrs. Davis, and much more. Plus, Ashley gives Jon a taste of his own medicine and makes him defend some horrible hot takes. Buy tickets to Lovett or Leave It: The Errors Tour$1 of every ticket sold will be

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01:30:55

Mega Mid-Year TV Roundup w/ Jason Mantzoukas

TV I Say ·

2023/06/14

Buckle up, Jason Mantzoukas (Star Trek: Prodigy, How Did This Get Made?) is back! Jason and Ashley chat about the state of TV today and do a super-sized roundup of what he’s been watching since their last TV Club hang. During their rundown of 40+ shows, they both agree The Other Two is the best comedy on TV right now, make a case that Freevee is the top streaming service you’re probably not watching, and wonder why every celebrity wants to host a show about what they eat and where they go. Plus, you

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00:56:50

The Idol w/ Grace Freud & April Clark

TV I Say ·

2023/06/07

TV Club welcomes Grace Freud and April Clark (Earwolf Presents: The Girl God Experience) for an off the rails episode where they pitch Ashley better endings to Ted Lasso, describe how you trick a hoarder into never hoarding again, and explain how Roger on American Dad perfectly captures the wreck of an old gay man. Plus, Girl God reveals they not only co-created the new MAX series The Idol, but that both the Weeknd and Sam Levinson are products of their imagination. Listen to Earwolf Presents: The

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01:00:07

The Succession Finale w/ Laci Mosley

TV I Say ·

2023/05/31

Who better to discuss the Roy siblings’ scams in the Succession finale than the Scam Goddess herself, Laci Mosley. SPOILER ALERT! Ashley and Laci give their Succession hot takes on Shiv’s character arc, Roman calling Kendall’s kids “randos,” why Tom actually did deserve to be CEO, how the show is basically white Empire, Ashley’s bisexual king Stewy, the motive behind Shiv’s final vote swap, and much more. Plus, Laci posits a wild theory… did Tom murder Logan on the airplane? What We

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00:55:09

True Crime Time w/ Liza Treyger & Kara Klenk

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2023/05/24

Comedians and amateur detectives Liza Treyger & Kara Klenk (That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast) join TV Club to talk about all things true crime—from Scandoval to college sex cults to the wildest episodes of Law & Order: SVU. Plus, we check in on this season of Yellowjackets and a conversation about Peacock’s “Who Killed Robert Wone?” leads to a lesson on electromagnetic ejaculation. What We Watched: Vanderpump RulesWho Killed Robert Wone?Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah

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00:57:28

Reality Check-In w/ Molly Lambert & Anna Hossnieh

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2023/05/17

Reality TV scholars Anna Hossnieh & Molly Lambert (Deckheads: Chief Stews!) stop by TV Club to help Ashley highlight the must-see reality shows currently airing and to give an in-depth look at the current season of Below Deck: Sailing Yacht. If you’ve ever wondered “What exactly is Summer House?” or “Why hasn’t there been a gay Bachelor called the Bi-chelor?” or “Why are so many women on Below Deck horny for Gary?” then this episode is for you. What We Watched:Below Deck: Sailing YachtSummer

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00:56:12

Writers Strike Explained w/ Nick Wiger & Niccole Thurman

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2023/05/10

The WGA is on strike! Ashley welcomes TV writers Niccole Thurman (Everything’s Trash) & Nick Wiger (Doughboys) to help break down what the writers are fighting for in their battle with the greedy studios. To donate to Hollywood crew members in need, go to:https://entertainmentcommunity.org/ For picket locations & schedules in LA & NY go to: https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/picket-schedules-and-locations Follow Niccole @niccolethurman Follow Nick @nickwiger What We Watched: Jury

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00:47:48

Respect to Comedy Central w/ stars of Awkwafina Is...

TV I Say ·

2023/05/03

Today on TV Club we’re changing the channel to Comedy Central! Ashley speaks with BD Wong (Jurassic World), Lori Tan Chinn (Orange Is the New Black) & Teresa Hsiao about the return of Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens and also does a deep dive on the state of the network that used to launch careers of comedic stars. The conclusion? People aren’t giving Comedy Central the respect it deserves! Plus, Ashley goes through her weekly watchlist and discusses the latest terrifying episode of Barry. What We

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00:52:09

Fathers, Sons, & MILFs w/ John Owen Lowe

TV I Say ·

2023/04/26

John Owen Lowe, the star and co-creator of the Netflix comedy series Unstable, joins Ashley to talk all things TV. John discusses Fred Armisen playfully torturing him to laugh during scenes, lessons he learned from Ryan Murphy, and even reveals he almost told his father Rob not to do Parks & Recreation just so he could continue enjoying the show. Plus, Ashley discovers John is a “learned Vanderpump Rules scholar” and reality TV junkie who’s fired up to talk about MILF Island, Too Hot to Handle, and

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00:45:13

Love Is Blind’s Reunion Fiasco w/ Emma Gray & Claire...

TV I Say ·

2023/04/18

Reality dating show experts Emma Gray & Claire Fallon (Love To See It) join Ashley to provide an oral history of the night Netflix completely botched the “live” Love Is Blind reunion that nobody asked for. They eventually dive into the reunion itself, discussing Vanessa & Nick Lachey’s awful hosting job, Kwame getting a bad edit, how Bravo would’ve done it better, and so much more. Plus, Ashley recaps her thoughts on the Barry premiere, Succession, and several more shows you should be watching

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00:57:54

The Roys & Goldbergs w/ Wendi McLendon-Covey

TV I Say ·

2023/04/12

After a jaw-dropping Succession, Ashley turns to the TV Club hotline to answer listener questions about the episode that left everyone shook. But first, we time travel back to 1980-something to chat with The Goldbergs’ Wendi McLendon-Covey about the acclaimed sitcom’s final season, Reno 911 stories, Wendi’s dream acting roles, and so much more. What We Watched:SuccessionTiny Beautiful ThingsJury DutyBeefLove Is BlindLast Week TonightHello Tomorrow!Seeking Brother HusbandYellowjackets Homework:Tiny

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00:52:36

Best TV Theme Songs w/ Evan & Andrew Gregory

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2023/04/05

After reading Rolling Stone's garbage list of the greatest TV themes of all time, Ashley knew she had to punch up the list. And who better to call for help than musicians, comedians, and filmmakers Evan Gregory & Andrew Gregory of the Punch Up The Jam podcast? Together the crew count down their superior TV theme song picks, with plenty of singin' along the way. Plus, Ashley breaks down her weekly watchlist which naturally includes a show where Meryl Streep voices a humpback whale. Watch Andrew &

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00:26:30

Salty Tears w/ Zach Braff

TV I Say ·

2023/03/29

Ashley lets Zach Braff (Scrubs, Alex Inc.) break a TV Club rule to chat about his new movie A Good Person starring Florence Pugh & Morgan Freeman—but don’t worry, there’s still plenty of TV talk for y'all! Zach gets into his recent stints directing episodes of Shrinking & Ted Lasso, looks back on the TV shows and actors that inspired him, and astonishes Ashley by introducing her to a TV show that she's never heard of. Plus, Ashley dives into her thoughts on the week’s big 3 season premieres of

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00:52:40

That Swarm Sex Scene w/ Sasha Nicolle Smith

TV I Say ·

2023/03/22

Chlöe Bailey’s explicit sex scene in Swarm created fiery discourse online, so Ashley turns to Swarm’s intimacy coordinator Sasha Nicolle Smith to get the exclusive behind the scenes scoop on the realistic (but FAKE, duh!) sex scene. Sasha details everything that goes into planning and shooting TV sex scenes, spills some tea about Rory Culkin’s penis close-up in Swarm, shares tips on how to make a kiss look smokin’ hot, and even brings a real example of the pilates ball she places between actors’

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00:57:04

The Last Of Oscar-Us w/ Matt Apodaca & Cody Ziglar

TV I Say ·

2023/03/15

To break down Sunday’s mega The Last of Us & Oscars double feature, Ashley called upon your favorite video game/TV experts Matt Apodaca (Get Played) and Cody Ziglar (Futurama, Spider-Man: Miles Morales). The Oscars didn’t change Ashley’s opinion that TV is better than movies, but Matt and Zig do manage to get Ashley hyped for more potential TV adaptations of video games. Plus, Ashley reveals what she would’ve done in Pedro Pascal’s position at the end of The Last Of Us (Hint: “PUT HER ON THE

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00:44:03

Black Girl Luxury w/ Garcelle Beauvais

TV I Say ·

2023/03/08

Comedian and Real Housewives scholar Camille Corbett joins Ashley to chat with actor/producer Garcelle Beauvais (Coming 2 America, The Jamie Foxx Show). They get into diversity on the Real Housewives, how representation matters in media, and Garcelle's new Lifetime movie Black Girl Missing. Plus, Ashley and Camille reveal their weekly watchlist and dub the Amazon comedy series Harlem as the new watch of the week. What We Watched:The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsPerfect MatchBelow

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00:53:19

Australian Silly Boys w/ Aunty Donna

TV I Say ·

2023/03/01

Ashley welcomes Australian comedians Aunty Donna and almost meets her match as Zack, Broden and Mark share their deep love of USA TV nostalgia and dive deep into how the TV sausage gets made. The boys share what it was like shooting their Netflix show right before the world shut down plus impress Ashley with their TV Watchlist suggestions, but first they all have to solve the biggest conspiracy theory around: Does Australia even exist? You can find more details about the Aunty Donna World Tour 2023

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