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This week, we're tackling a big debate: what are the greatest TV shows of the 21st century?The New York Times has put together its list of the best TV shows of the century so far, and we're going through the rankings to see what they got right, what they got wrong, and which shows have been criminally overlooked.From modern masterpieces to controversial picks, we debate the shows that have defined the last 25 years and share our personal favourites.We read out your emails, and of course end with a game! 00:00:00 - Intro00:03:41 - The Best TV Shows of the 21st Century 00:51:22 - Emails01:17:01 - Game Subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcast Send us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.com Enjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every Wednesday YouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcast Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

This week, we’re reviewing THE SOCIAL RECKONING, Aaron Sorkin’s follow-up to The Social Network.We break down the film, what worked for us, how it compares to its predecessor, and whether Sorkin has managed to recapture the magic of one of the defining films of the 21st century.We also sit down with writer and director Aaron Sorkin to talk about returning to this world, bringing the story of Facebook into the modern era, and the challenges of following up The Social Network.00:00:00 - Intro00:10:14 - Aaron Sorkin00:20:13 - ReviewSubscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcastSend us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.comEnjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every WednesdayYouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcast Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

This episode contains full spoilers for Digger.Watch the film before listening! Make sure you check out our spoiler free review from earlier this week. We’re breaking down the film’s biggest plot points, what’s really going on beneath the madness, the meaning behind that ending, and what we think the film is ultimately trying to say.Subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcastSend us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.comEnjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every WednesdayYouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcastLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

That’s right… 250 episodes! We can’t believe it either.Now, five years into Pulp Kitchen, we’re taking a moment to look back at how we got here… the highs, the lows, and everything we’ve learned from running this podcast. We share some of our favourite moments from the last five years and reflect on how much the show has changed. Plus, we respond to your voice notes!We genuinely wouldn’t be here without you. Whether you’ve been listening for a few weeks or you’ve been with us for years, it means the world to us that you’ve joined us on this journey. We’ve got so much exciting stuff coming very soon, and we can’t wait to share more.Here’s to the next 250! Subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcast Send us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.com Enjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every Wednesday YouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcast Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

Anne Hathaway is back in 2026 with another film! This time with VERITY. Also starring Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett. Plus, David Ayer reunites with Brad Pitt for the canine survival adventure HEART OF THE BEAST. James has seen the film and is reporting back with his thoughts — as both a film fan and a massive dog lover. Subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcast Send us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.com Enjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every Wednesday YouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcast Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

Tom Cruise is back on the big screen in DIGGER, his latest collaboration with director Alejandro G. Iñárritu.In this spoiler-free review, we break down the film’s wild performances, distinctive cinematography, dark humour and unconventional style, and discuss whether this is one of the strangest films of Tom Cruise’s career.DIG in and enjoy!Check back later this week for our Spoilercast. Subscribe to our Patreon! patreon.com/PulpKitchenPodcast Send us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.com Enjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every Friday YouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcast Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/

George runs through some more of the major films he saw in Toronto at TIFF 2026. Some good, some bad... including:Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother - a Mahershala Ali family crime dramaMisty Green - a Chris Rock-directed Hollywood satire featuring Adam Driver, Anna Kendrick, Topher Grace, and starring Slow Horses' Rosalind EleazarBabies - comedy starring Seth Rogen and Anna KendrickEvil Genius - bizarre true-crime story with David Harbour and Patricia Arquette, and directed by Courteney Cox.Send us your questions to hello@pulpkitchenpodcast.com!Enjoy new episodes of Pulp Kitchen every WednesdayYouTube/Spotify: Pulp Kitchen PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulpkitchenpodcast / https://www.instagram.com/jamesbriefel/ / https://www.instagram.com/georgepundek/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pulpkitchenpodcastLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/GeorgePulp/