Chapter

The Lack of Control Triggers Bad Decisions in Succession Characters
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04:24 - 09:01 (04:37)

The characters in Succession struggle with a lack of control and when they finally get some, it leads to bad decisions. This struggle is epitomized by a three-way hug that feels forced and insincere as they grapple for control.

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The lack of control triggers the Roy family, making them take bad decisions and become more vulnerable to manipulation.
04:24 - 06:47 (02:23)
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Power Dynamics
Summary

The lack of control triggers the Roy family, making them take bad decisions and become more vulnerable to manipulation. The show depicts the dynamics of power and how it can affect relationships in a family business.

Chapter
The Lack of Control Triggers Bad Decisions in Succession Characters
Episode
“Living+” with J. Smith-Cameron and Lorene Scafaria
Podcast
HBO's Succession Podcast
Kendall takes on Living Plus, Logan's missed chance, and uses it to play out his father's insecurities in front of everyone.
06:47 - 07:42 (00:55)
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Kendall Roy
Summary

Kendall takes on Living Plus, Logan's missed chance, and uses it to play out his father's insecurities in front of everyone.

Chapter
The Lack of Control Triggers Bad Decisions in Succession Characters
Episode
“Living+” with J. Smith-Cameron and Lorene Scafaria
Podcast
HBO's Succession Podcast
The Roy siblings are all complicit to some extent in the scandal surrounding Kendall's press conference.
07:42 - 09:01 (01:18)
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Succession
Summary

The Roy siblings are all complicit to some extent in the scandal surrounding Kendall's press conference. The directing of the backstage scene adds to the complexity of their dynamic.

Chapter
The Lack of Control Triggers Bad Decisions in Succession Characters
Episode
“Living+” with J. Smith-Cameron and Lorene Scafaria
Podcast
HBO's Succession Podcast