Show Notes
Join writer, podcaster, and White Lotus superfan Evan Ross Katz as he looks back at seasons 1 and 2 of The White Lotus with cast, crew, and cultural critics. Together, they’ll revisit the show’s origin, take a look behind the scenes, and unpack the storylines that made The White Lotus a cultural phenomenon that we can’t stop talking about. The first episode drops January 16 and season 3 premieres February 16 on HBO and Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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