Summer’s here and we’re diving headfirst into the horror! Susan, Kelly, and Cort are all back in the pod to dish about what’s been keeping us up at night (and hitting that “play next episode” button anyway). From physical media debates sparked by ATXtv Festival to spine-tingling summer scares like Gerald’s Game and I Know What You Did Last Summer, we’re deep in the scream stream.

We also break down the latest Beyond the Gates drama — because yes, Kat is still tampering with evidence (girl, NO). Plus, what’s hot in recommendations, and why we might just be side-eyeing Gwyneth’s candle game.

Mentions:

• Sinners
• Good Night, and Good Luck
• The Tylenol Murders
• Lilo & Stitch
• Ginny & Georgia
• Echo Valley
• Two Titan documentaries
• Beyond the Gates
• Mike Flanagan
• Piranha

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Original music by Garrett Thompson

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ATXtv Day 4 – We Are Leftovers & Mad Men Magic

This was the day. The reason Susan and Cort traveled to Austin: The Leftovers cast reunion panel. Get ready for chills, tears, laughter, and maybe even some “JustinKevin” spiritual energy. Then, they rounded out the evening with the 10th anniversary celebration of Mad Men’s finale—aka Jon Hamm worship. From mystical on-set experiences to Chipotle firsts, this ep covers it all.

00:00 – Leftovers Day Begins!

Lined up early with the superfans. The anticipation, the crowd, the vibe… all worth it.

03:00 – The Leftovers Cast Panel

Ann Dowd, Amy Brenneman, Carrie Coon, Damon Lindelof, Tom Perrotta, and Mimi Leder deliver heartwarming stories, behind-the-scenes truths, and long-awaited answers.

35:00 – Mad Men Panel

Jon Hamm, John Slattery, and moderator Noah Hawley dish about casting, smoking 72 fake cigarettes, and why slouching was banned on set.

51:00 – Chipotle Firsts & ATX Fest Wrap-Up

Granola bar survival tips, cotton candy nightcaps, and exhausted reflections from four full days of TV nerdery.

📺 Panels & Shows Mentioned:

• The Leftovers (HBO)
• Mad Men (AMC)

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Original music by Garrett Thompson

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Part 2 – Lost Authors, Leftover Fans & Legendary Voices

Our Day 3 (or Festival Day 2?) brought surprises, voice crushes, elevator chaos, and fangirling in full force. Susan and Cort dive into early screenings (Duster Ep. 4), secret societies in Anne Rice’s universe, and a panel with Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta. Expect TV nerdiness, near-missed seats, and Cort’s personal vendetta against chocolate croissants.

00:00 – Rainy mornings & lazy starts

Skipped morning panels to recover from late-night storms and schedule shuffles.

02:00 – Duster Episode 4 Early Screening

Seventies vibes, FBI twists, Keith David’s velvet voice, and car chases galore.

07:00 – AMC’s Anne Rice Universe Panel

Interview with the Vampire season 3 updates, Talamacus show revelations, and a new rockstar vampire on the rise. Yes, actual rock songs are coming.

24:00 – Showrunners & Authors Panel

Elevator drama, sneaking into packed rooms, and saving seats like champions. Damon & Tom spill tea on The Leftovers, book-to-screen shifts, and Carrie Coon’s game-changing performance.

41:00 – Punch Bowl Burgers & Restaurant Rejections

A Big-Ass Burger and a big-ass letdown when their favorite restaurant becomes VIP-only.

46:30 – Book Club Curveball

Cort and Susan attend an ATXtv “book club” hoping for another Damon & Tom Q&A... only to realize they were never coming. Womp womp.

50:00 – Poolside Nostalgia & Looking Ahead to the Cast Panel

Photos, chills, and predictions for Day 4’s main event: The Leftovers cast reunion.

📺 Panels & Shows Mentioned:

• Duster
• Interview with the Vampire
• The Mayfair Witches
• We Were Liars
• The Leftovers
• The Vampire Diaries
• Lost

Part 2 – Lost Authors, Leftover Fans & Legendary Voices

Our Day 3 (or Festival Day 2?) brought surprises, voice crushes, elevator chaos, and fangirling in full force. Susan and Cort dive into early screenings (Duster Ep. 4), secret societies in Anne Rice’s universe, and a panel with Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta. Expect TV nerdiness, near-missed seats, and Cort’s personal vendetta against chocolate croissants.

00:00 – Rainy mornings & lazy starts

Skipped morning panels to recover from late-night storms and schedule shuffles.

02:00 – Duster Episode 4 Early Screening

Seventies vibes, FBI twists, Keith David’s velvet voice, and car chases galore.

07:00 – AMC’s Anne Rice Universe Panel

Interview with the Vampire season 3 updates, Talamacus show revelations, and a new rockstar vampire on the rise. Yes, actual rock songs are coming.

24:00 – Showrunners & Authors Panel

Elevator drama, sneaking into packed rooms, and saving seats like champions. Damon & Tom spill tea on The Leftovers, book-to-screen shifts, and Carrie Coon’s game-changing performance.

41:00 – Punch Bowl Burgers & Restaurant Rejections

A Big-Ass Burger and a big-ass letdown when their favorite restaurant becomes VIP-only.

46:30 – Book Club Curveball

Cort and Susan attend an ATXtv “book club” hoping for another Damon & Tom Q&A... only to realize they were never coming. Womp womp.

50:00 – Poolside Nostalgia & Looking Ahead to the Cast Panel

Photos, chills, and predictions for Day 4’s main event: The Leftovers cast...