SHRINK THE BOX: The Queen's Gambit - Beth Harmon
The often enigmatic chess genius that is Beth Harmon - is the Queen of this week’s episode. Ben and Sasha explore why Beth feels so compelled to clean up after parties - and how her controlled prowes...
14 Feb 202337min
Danielle Deadwyler, Women Talking, Epic Tails, Blue Jean, & Magic Mike’s Last Dance
We learn about the making of ‘Till’, and what Danielle thinks about the Awards. Mark reviews ‘Women Talking’ - a harrowing American drama about a religious isolated community starring Jessie Buckley, ...
10 Feb 20231h 18min
SHRINK THE BOX: Breaking Bad - Walter White
Sliding on their gloves, and stepping into their Hazmat suits, Ben and Sasha distil one of TV’s most infamous characters: The mighty Heisenburg. On this week’s Shrink the Box we uncover why Walter Wh...
7 Feb 202341min
Brendan Fraser, Darren Aronofsky, The Whale, Knock at the Cabin, EO, & Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Telegraph critic Robbie Collin stands in for Simon this week as he’s unwell. Mark reviews ‘EO,’ Jerzy Skolimowski’s harrowing new film about a donkey that encounters happiness and sorrow along his jou...
3 Feb 20231h 17min
SHRINK THE BOX: The Sopranos - Tony Soprano
Unravelling the complex (and surprisingly endearing) layers of the OG mobster: Mr Tony Soprano, all roads lead to New Jersey on the first episode of Shrink the Box! We find out why talking to a thera...
31 Jan 202341min
Shrink The Box, Plane, Unwelcome, All The Beauty and The Bloodshed, & The Fabelmans
Ever wondered why Tony Soprano's therapist stuck with him? Simon and Mark chat with friend of the show, actor/comedian Ben Bailey Smith, and psychotherapist Sasha Bates about their new podcast ‘Shrink...
27 Jan 20231h 18min
Cate Blanchett, Babylon, Holy Spider, More Than Ever & Alice Darling
Cate Blanchett is the star of ‘Tár’ and is tipped to win big at the awards this year; in this episode you’ll hear Cate talk to Simon about the impact the film has had on her. Mark reviews Damien Chaz...
20 Jan 20231h 15min
Sam Mendes, Empire of Light, Enys Men, Tár & M3gan
Would Empire of Light have happened if Olivia Colman hadn’t said yes to playing Hilary? Director and writer, Sam Mendes CBE, chats to Simon in this week’s episode as the pair unpack his latest release...
13 Jan 20231h 18min
