24 episodes
The Finale Pod Alex, Linnea, and Lauren
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- TV & Film
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5.0 • 22 Ratings
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We are breaking down your favorite TV finale episodes in what feels more like a watch party with your besties than your standard recap pod. Hear from Linnea, Alex, and Lauren—3 girls, across 3 time zones, in 3 major cities, with 3 wildly different views.
If you’ve ever finished a season finale and thought to yourself “This is where you leave us?!” then this podcast is for you. We will be your weekly dose of TV escapism while breaking down the plot points and character arcs from the most bingeable series out there - spoilers and all.
Follow The Finale Pod on Instagram @thefinalepod for more updates! New episodes drop Wednesday.
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Gossip Girl - Season 2 Finale
Welcome back, Upper East Siders, to The Finale Pod, your one and only source into the scandalous finales of our favorite TV shows. We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 2 finale of Gossip Girl. Don your cap and gown because it’s graduation day and while we try and catch the mastermind behind Gossip Girl, Blair and Chuck are out there stealing our hearts. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts Gossip Girl!
We start our recap discussion at the 19:10 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission where we discuss if we’re more a Serena or more a Blair.
The overall TFP rating for the Season 2 finale of Show Name is 6.80.
Network: The CW
Genre: Teen Drama
Based on: Gossip Girl by Cecily von Ziegesar
Starring: Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, Chace Crawford, Ed Westwick
Join us in a few months for Season 3 of The Finale Pod!
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My So-Called Life - Season 1 Finale
It’s back to high school again on this week’s episode of The Finale Pod! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 1 finale and series finale of My So-Called Life. We break down Angela and Rayanne’s friendship break up and all of the other turmoil. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on My So-Called Life.
We start our recap discussion at the 20:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about the love letters we’ve received.
The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of My So-Called Life is 7.067.
Network: ABC
Genre: Teen Drama
Written by: Winnie Holzman
Starring: Claire Danes, Jared Leto
The next finale we will review is Lauren’s pick and she chose the Season 2 finale of Gossip Girl. See you on the steps of the Met!
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Freaks and Geeks - Season 1 Finale
Grab your army jacket and record collection because we're taking a trip down memory lane with The Finale Pod! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 1 finale (and series finale) of Freaks & Geeks. We’re all about the heartfelt send-offs as Lindsay Weir makes a life-changing decision to ditch an academic summit for the Grateful Dead tour, capturing the spirit of teenage rebellion. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on a show that ended much too soon, Freaks and Geeks!
We start our recap discussion at the 18:00 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission where we confes if we were more freak or more geek (or neither!) in high school.
The overall TFP rating for the Season 1 finale of Show Name is 8.567.
Network: NBC
Genre: Period teen drama; Comedy drama
Created by: Paul Feig
Executive producer: Judd Apatow
Starring: Linda Cardellini, James Franco, Seth Rogen, Jason Segel, Busy Philipps, Samm Levine
Release: September 25, 1999 – October 17, 2000
The next finale we will review is also Linnea’s pick and she chose the Season 1 finale of My So-Called Life. Expect deep dives into teenage angst and reflections on poignant voiceovers!
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The Morning Show - Season 3 Finale
The Finale Pod is "On Air" for our final episode of our 2nd season! We are discussing Alex’s pick: the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. We cover what happens when a tech billionaire wants to buy a legacy media company and the fallout from withholding evidence from the FBI–yikes! Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on The Morning Show!
We start our recap discussion at the 13:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about if we are morning show people (or not).
The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show is 6.267.
Network: Apple TV+
Genre: Drama; Satire; Tragicomedy
Starring: Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Jon Hamm
Join us in a few months for Season 3 of The Finale Pod!
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Submit a question or comment to us at:
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Only Murders in the Building - Season 3 Finale
It’s time to podcast about fictional NYC crime-busting podcasters! We are discussing Linnea’s pick: the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. The curtain lifts on the premiere of Death Rattle Dazzle and our lovable true crime podcasters have seemingly cracked the case of who killed Ben Glenroy. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Only Murders in the Building!
We start our recap discussion at the 23:50 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission about our absolute favorite podcasts.
The overall TFP rating for the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in The Building is 7.40.
Network: Hulu
Genre: Comedy-drama; Mystery thriller
Created by: Steve Martin; John Hoffman
Starring: Steve Martin; Martin Short; Selena Gomez
The next finale we will review is Alex’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of The Morning Show. The future of the UBA network is up in the air, loyalties are pushed to the brink, and we have MANY opinions. Can’t wait!
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Submit a question or comment to us at:
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Never Have I Ever - Season 4 Finale
We’ve NEVER been more excited for The Finale Pod to be back! We are discussing Lauren’s pick: the Season 4 finale of Never Have I Ever. Devi’s headed off to the college of her dreams and the gang’s all celebrating one last time at Nirmala’s wedding. Don't forget to leave a comment on our Instagram @thefinalepod and share your thoughts on Never Have I Ever!
We start our recap discussion at the 16:30 mark if you want to fast forward past the Co-host Quickfire Catch-up, our Love It Lately recommendations, and the Icebreaker Intermission with our own “Never Have I Ever” game.
The overall TFP rating for the Season 4 finale of Show Name is 7.400.
Network: Netflix
Genre: Comedy drama; Coming-of-age; Teen drama
Created by: Mindy Kaling, Lang Fisher
Narrated by: John McEnroe
The next finale we will review is Linnea’s pick and she chose the Season 3 finale of Only Murders in the Building. Let’s “Death Rattle Dazzle” next week!
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Submit a question or comment to us at:
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Customer Reviews
Great podcast!
I don’t watch all of the shows that are talked about on this podcast but I will listen to the shows that I do watch. I love hearing these ladies thoughts and opinions. And I loved the shout out to TTSS!!! Hey girl hey!!
Fantastic!
Love this idea and it’s a great new addition to my listen list!!
The Finale Pod
So interesting to hear your three viewpoints on characters, story arcs, and potential future plots! Loved hearing your backgrounds in the restaurant biz, also! I’m watching “The Bear” Season 2 and discussing with my daughter - so intriguing (but yes, also SO chaotic)!