Great TV We Missed

In this episode of Pop Culture Happy Hour, hosts Ayesha Harris and Glenn Weldon spotlight three under-the-radar TV shows that slipped through the cracks of their coverage. First, they praise *Jury Duty Presents Company Retreat*, a mockumentary-style series on Prime Video where a real-life temp worker, Anthony Norman, is unknowingly part of an elaborate improvisational prank during a company retreat for a hot sauce business. The show’s charm lies in its genuine, low-stakes humor and the authenticity of its cast. Next, they highlight *Ponies* on Peacock, a stylish 1977-set spy drama about two secretaries turned CIA operatives due to their 'person of no interest' status. Though it suffers from overpacked subplots and a slightly implausible character arc, the chemistry between Emilia Clarke and Haley Lou Richardson makes it a compelling watch. Finally, they champion *Blossom Shanghai*, a visually stunning, Wong Kar Wai-directed series on the Criterion Channel based on a novel about the 1990 reopening of Shanghai’s stock exchange. With its romantic undercurrents, art deco aesthetic, and intricate character dynamics, it’s a slow-burn gem for fans of cinematic storytelling. The episode closes with a heartfelt recommendation to revisit *Deadlock Season 1*, hailed as a near-perfect show for its warmth, humor, and character-driven storytelling, even as Season 2 takes a more chaotic turn.