James Poniewozik

chief television critic for the New York Times

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Chief television critic for the New York Times

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Shows that have all the trappings of prestige TV — the cinematic look, the big names — are everywhere on streaming services. But one critic says they’re all average.

After the Golden Age of TV, is this the era of ‘mid?’

Shows that have all the trappings of prestige TV — the cinematic look, the big names — are everywhere on streaming services. But one critic says they’re all average.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

A pivotal moment just happened for the Roy family. James Poniewozik, chief TV critic for the New York Times, unpacks it. Warning: major spoilers ahead.

Unpacking ‘Succession’ shocker and 5 stages of grief

A pivotal moment just happened for the Roy family. James Poniewozik, chief TV critic for the New York Times, unpacks it. Warning: major spoilers ahead.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson delivered an intimate look at former President Donald Trump’s behavior during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

Cassidy Hutchinson turns Jan. 6 hearings into compelling TV

Former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson delivered an intimate look at former President Donald Trump’s behavior during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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