Best of 2021: TV
When we look back at 2021, it will largely be remembered as the year the world tentatively crept out of lockdown. Between the almost miraculous COVID vaccine rollout and shifts in public health policy, by summer many people felt safe to leave their houses for the first time in over a year. But if you look at the incredible TV that was being brought to us in 2021 via countless streamers, cable channels, and, sure, maybe even broadcast networks, you could understand why some people would still choose to stay firmly planted on the couch. So as we bid another very weird year goodbye, the Great Pop Culture Debate wants to look back and give thanks for this new golden age of TV, as we share our thoughts on the Best Television of 2021! Among the shows discussed: “For All Mankind,” “WandaVision,” “It’s a Sin,” “Arcane: League of Legends,” “South Side,” “Hacks,” “Reservation Dogs,” “Only Murders in the Building,” and more!
Host Eric Rezsnyak and GPCD panelists Amma Marfo, Jonny Minogue, and Kate Racculia are joined by special guest Kathryn VanArendonk from Vulture and Appointment Television podcast to discuss their individual Top 3 picks for the best TV shows of 2021. No debate, just a pop culture show-and-tell. Did your favorite shows make the list?
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Amma Marfo Pick #1: “South Side” (HBO Max)
Eric Rezsnyak Pick #1: “The Nevers” (HBO Max)
Jonny Minogue Pick #1: “It’s a Sin” (HBO Max)
Kate Racculia Pick #1: “Get Back” (Disney+)
Kathryn VanArendonk Pick #1: “For All Mankind” (Apple TV+)
Amma Marfo Pick #2: “WandaVision” (Disney+)
Eric Rezsnyak Pick #2: “Arcane: League of Legends” (Netflix)
Jonny Minogue Pick #2: “Hacks” (HBO Max)
Kate Racculia Pick #2: “Only Murders in the Building” (Hulu)
Kathryn VanArendonk Pick #2: “Reservation Dogs” (FX)
BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE! For one more pick from each panelist, listen to the episode now! We absolutely saved the best for last.
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EPISODE CREDITS
Host: Eric Rezsnyak
Panel: Amma Marfo, Jonny Minogue, Kate Racculia
Special Guest: Kathryn VanArendonk
Producer: Mike Rapin
Editor: Jeffery Perry
