Diane Gordon
@thesurfreport.bsky.social
Podcaster, coffee tawker, gadabout, celeb whisperer. Listen to WHAT'S THE HOOK WITH DIANE & ANDY on Spotify, Apple or iHeartRadio podcasts. As Jerrod Carmichael said about me, I go hard.
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Diane Gordon
@thesurfreport.bsky.social
· Nov 15
What's The Hook with Diane & Andy
Podcast · Diane Gordon, Andy Keown · Two pop culture addicts talk about TV and the creators who make the shows we love and the shows we love to hate. Diane has worked in the entertainment industry for...
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A great chat with a true mensch, Mike Schur aka @kentremendous.bsky.social - big cheer to @mikeyoconnell.bsky.social for this! www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
Mike Schur Isn’t Panicking (Yet)
The celebrated comedy writer, back with season two of ‘A Man on the Inside,’ shares his constructive criticism for the town’s merger mania: “That’s a death knell.”
www.hollywoodreporter.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:20 AM
A great chat with a true mensch, Mike Schur aka @kentremendous.bsky.social - big cheer to @mikeyoconnell.bsky.social for this! www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-featur...
NEW #WHATSTHEHOOK #podcast is up! Hot Takes before Turkey Day. Andy & I chat about movies, including #WickedForGood. I finished #TheMorningShow season tho who knows WHY? How #Pluribus keeps making us think deep thoughts. Why #AllHerFault wastes Sarah Snook & more! open.spotify.com/episode/4MWK...
Hot Takes Before Turkey Day! Is WICKED FOR GOOD Worth Seeing? PLURIBUS Has Us Thinking About Big Questions. What To Watch After Thanksgiving.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:08 AM
NEW #WHATSTHEHOOK #podcast is up! Hot Takes before Turkey Day. Andy & I chat about movies, including #WickedForGood. I finished #TheMorningShow season tho who knows WHY? How #Pluribus keeps making us think deep thoughts. Why #AllHerFault wastes Sarah Snook & more! open.spotify.com/episode/4MWK...
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"She’s not trying to rebuild her reputation as a journalist—she’s building a different kind of brand entirely, one where being interesting matters more than being ethical, where attention is the only currency that still spends."
The best thing I have read about her. www.mediaite.com/opinion/the-...
The best thing I have read about her. www.mediaite.com/opinion/the-...
The Olivia Nuzzi Comeback Is Everything Wrong With Modern Media
Olivia Nuzzi’s comeback isn’t a personal scandal story—it’s proof that today’s media rewards access, personality, and controversy more than ethics.
www.mediaite.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:27 PM
"She’s not trying to rebuild her reputation as a journalist—she’s building a different kind of brand entirely, one where being interesting matters more than being ethical, where attention is the only currency that still spends."
The best thing I have read about her. www.mediaite.com/opinion/the-...
The best thing I have read about her. www.mediaite.com/opinion/the-...
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Jimmy Kimmel responded to Donald Trump’s latest call to fire him, suggesting on air on November 20, ‘I’ll go when you go.’ He also quoted the president and advised, ‘Quiet, piggy.’
‘I’ll Go When You Go,’ Jimmy Kimmel Tells President ‘Piggy’
Jimmy Kimmel responded to Donald Trump’s latest call to fire him, suggesting on air on November 20, ‘I’ll go when you go.’ He also quoted the president and advised, ‘Quiet, piggy.’
www.vulture.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Jimmy Kimmel responded to Donald Trump’s latest call to fire him, suggesting on air on November 20, ‘I’ll go when you go.’ He also quoted the president and advised, ‘Quiet, piggy.’
So important! My must read for today.
For The Ringer, I wrote about the best TV coaching trees, from series that did the best job of finding and nurturing writers and/or directors who would go on to make great shows of their own:
Which TV Show Has the Best Coaching Tree?
Vince Gilligan is eternal proof of the strength of the ‘X-Files’ writers room. But frankly, that room has a ton of competition across television history.
www.theringer.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:22 PM
So important! My must read for today.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Is it me or is #RHRhodeIsland the new RHONJ?? youtu.be/Qrc-skidS6Q?...
Your First Look at The Real Housewives of Rhode Island Season 1! | RHORI (S1) | Bravo
YouTube video by Bravo
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November 16, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Is it me or is #RHRhodeIsland the new RHONJ?? youtu.be/Qrc-skidS6Q?...
Sure sign of a rainy LA day/night: Tatsu Ramen is running out of certain items.
November 16, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Sure sign of a rainy LA day/night: Tatsu Ramen is running out of certain items.
#DarynCarp, @primadonald.bsky.social and Kiki Monique all very good mingling with talent.
watching #Bravocon content on Peacock today and it seems they’re finally learning to livestream! A lot of podcasters who focus on Bravoverse are moderating and hosting offstage chats with talent.
November 14, 2025 at 11:01 PM
#DarynCarp, @primadonald.bsky.social and Kiki Monique all very good mingling with talent.
watching #Bravocon content on Peacock today and it seems they’re finally learning to livestream! A lot of podcasters who focus on Bravoverse are moderating and hosting offstage chats with talent.
November 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM
watching #Bravocon content on Peacock today and it seems they’re finally learning to livestream! A lot of podcasters who focus on Bravoverse are moderating and hosting offstage chats with talent.
this is a terrific conversation - plus I loved #DeathByLightning - read this!!
director and actor matt ross was integral in making the phenomenal DEATH BY LIGHTNING -- building an immersive period piece, working with a fantastic ensemble. we talked about his work, and why he might not do another TV miniseries ever again. @vulture.com:
www.vulture.com/article/deat...
www.vulture.com/article/deat...
Matt Ross Made Two Miniseries About the American Psyche. He Won’t Do It Again.
The Death by Lightning director is proud of his portrait of James Garfield and Charles Guiteau, even if he didn’t get final cut.
www.vulture.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:29 AM
this is a terrific conversation - plus I loved #DeathByLightning - read this!!
wish there was gif for “Great, Bob!”
Hey, look! Something is actually being *added* to the HBO Max library. And it's Mad Men finally in 4K!
November 13, 2025 at 4:35 PM
wish there was gif for “Great, Bob!”
Still wondering why anyone at ABC thought this guy was attractive/marketable/TV ready.
Mel Owens really
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
November 13, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Still wondering why anyone at ABC thought this guy was attractive/marketable/TV ready.
Mel Owens really
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
November 13, 2025 at 4:47 AM
Mel Owens really
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
showing his stupid ass on #TheGoldenBachelor finale - no emotional capability, woefully inarticulate and such a simple man - and not in a good way. What a dud.
New episode of #WHATSTHEHOOK #podcast: I chat with ENRICO COLANTONI about #EnglishTeacher, Andy & I discuss #Pluribus #DeathByLightning #AllsFair and more! open.spotify.com/episode/7jLi...
Talking ENGLISH TEACHER and Comedy with ENRICO COLANTONI , Andy & Diane Discuss PLURIBUS, I LOVE LA, DEATH BY LIGHTNING, ALL'S FAIR and more!
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November 9, 2025 at 5:20 AM
New episode of #WHATSTHEHOOK #podcast: I chat with ENRICO COLANTONI about #EnglishTeacher, Andy & I discuss #Pluribus #DeathByLightning #AllsFair and more! open.spotify.com/episode/7jLi...
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‘Wicked’ Director Reveals Sequel Will Pick Up Right Where First Branded Tumbler Left Off https://theonion.com/wicked-director-reveals-sequel-will-pick-up-right-where-first-branded-tumbler-left-off/
November 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
‘Wicked’ Director Reveals Sequel Will Pick Up Right Where First Branded Tumbler Left Off https://theonion.com/wicked-director-reveals-sequel-will-pick-up-right-where-first-branded-tumbler-left-off/
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With apologies to John Lennon:
Though I’m tired from too much social posting
I’m the prez, I’m always boasting
When I'm in the middle of a meeting
In a chair, I don’t care (I don’t care)
Please, don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping
Though I’m tired from too much social posting
I’m the prez, I’m always boasting
When I'm in the middle of a meeting
In a chair, I don’t care (I don’t care)
Please, don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping
photos of Trump sleeping through yesterday's Oval Office event via Andrew Harnik of Getty
November 7, 2025 at 6:54 PM
With apologies to John Lennon:
Though I’m tired from too much social posting
I’m the prez, I’m always boasting
When I'm in the middle of a meeting
In a chair, I don’t care (I don’t care)
Please, don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping
Though I’m tired from too much social posting
I’m the prez, I’m always boasting
When I'm in the middle of a meeting
In a chair, I don’t care (I don’t care)
Please, don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping
As a TV fan, I think about cultural fandom frequently - it’s wonderful to see fandom channeled this way! www.wired.com/story/zohran...
Zohran Mamdani’s Campaign Figured Out How to Channel Fandom
Much of the content about Mamdani online hasn’t come from his campaign or the dozens of political influencers invited to cover it. It has also come from fans.
www.wired.com
November 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
As a TV fan, I think about cultural fandom frequently - it’s wonderful to see fandom channeled this way! www.wired.com/story/zohran...
Great news! Season 2 of #TheNightManager is coming January 11 to Prime Video! youtu.be/km31YaYY4zg?...
The Night Manager Season 2 - Official Teaser | Prime Video
YouTube video by Prime Video
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November 7, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Great news! Season 2 of #TheNightManager is coming January 11 to Prime Video! youtu.be/km31YaYY4zg?...
can we talk about how crazy brilliant Matthew MacFadyen is in #DeathByLightning? as a #Succession stan, I’m always happy to see him.
November 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM
can we talk about how crazy brilliant Matthew MacFadyen is in #DeathByLightning? as a #Succession stan, I’m always happy to see him.
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Being annoyed that someone else's health event is taking attention from you is the essence of Trump.
incredible photo that's definitely worth at least 1,000 words from Andrew Harnik of Getty
November 6, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Being annoyed that someone else's health event is taking attention from you is the essence of Trump.
This is my Marvel universe. 🤩✨
#Elsbeth will stage a #TheGoodWife reunion on Thursday's episode, with the appearance of Sarah Steele as Marissa Gold — watch our exclusive clip.
Elsbeth Reconnects With Sarah Steele's Marissa Gold In Good Wife Reunion — Watch Sneak Peek (Exclusive) - TVLine
www.tvline.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:19 PM
This is my Marvel universe. 🤩✨