Chapter
The Allure and Disgust of Privileged Characters in Television
04:12 - 09:24 (05:11)
This podcast discusses the allure and disgust we feel towards television characters with immense power and privilege, paralleling their stories to real life. Despite our fascination, we are disgusted by their awareness of their privilege.
Clips
In this episode, Shiv finds out that Tom wants to have a baby with her before he goes to prison, and Greg discovers that his grandfather is leaving his money to Greenpeace instead of him.
04:12 - 05:39 (01:26)
Summary
In this episode, Shiv finds out that Tom wants to have a baby with her before he goes to prison, and Greg discovers that his grandfather is leaving his money to Greenpeace instead of him. The episode centers on a shareholder meeting at a large hotel where many of the characters are vying for power.
ChapterThe Allure and Disgust of Privileged Characters in Television
Episode“Cringe Ranking” (with Aminatou Sow)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
Succession's third episode focuses on the battle between powerful Roy family member Logan Roy and the group of shareholders trying to force a vote and remove the Roys from power, discussing several conflicts, including the one regarding private jets.
05:39 - 06:28 (00:49)
Summary
Succession's third episode focuses on the battle between powerful Roy family member Logan Roy and the group of shareholders trying to force a vote and remove the Roys from power, discussing several conflicts, including the one regarding private jets.
ChapterThe Allure and Disgust of Privileged Characters in Television
Episode“Cringe Ranking” (with Aminatou Sow)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The speaker is fascinated and disgusted by the characters on a TV show who have immense power and privilege.
06:28 - 09:24 (02:56)
Summary
The speaker is fascinated and disgusted by the characters on a TV show who have immense power and privilege. She acknowledges that some of these stories have parallels in the real world.