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Reacting to Severance Season 1 & 2: Theories, Clues You Missed, Questions We Still Need Answered & Why We Love this Show!

2025/4/18
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Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen introduce their reaction to the Apple TV show 'Severance', highlighting its philosophical implications and relevance to current societal issues. They discuss the show's premise of separating work and personal life and how it reflects the public zeitgeist.
  • The show 'Severance' is being discussed for its philosophical implications.
  • The core premise is the separation of work and personal life into distinct personalities.
  • Popular culture often reflects societal trends, making 'Severance' a mirror to current issues.

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On this week’s MBB Reacts, Mayim and Jonathan are breaking down Season 1 & Season 2 of the hit Apple TV+ Severance. After finally catching up to the Season 2 Finale, Mayim and Jonathan recap each episode, explain what they think happened during the cliffhanger ending, get deep into the hidden details you might have missed and all their favorite performances from Adam Scott, Patricia Arquette, Tramell Tillman & Britt Lower. They dig deep into what is going on at Lumon Industries, the dystopian look at corporate culture and if work-life balance is even possible. They go through fan theories and suggest their own! Plus, don’t miss their reflection on their previous episode with Ben Stiller and if he left any Severance easter eggs when he discussed directing!

 

Check out our episode with Ben Stiller: https://mayim.simplecast.com/episodes/ben-stiller-family-legacy-workaholism-saving-his-marriage)