It is the 29th overall episode of the series and was written by Laura Wexler from a story by consulting producer Shalisha Francis-Feusner, and directed by Stacie Passon.
It follows Mitch's co-host, Alex Levy, and a conservative reporter Bradley Jackson, who attracts the attention of the show's producers after a viral video.
In the episode, Alex considers Paul's offer, while Laura confronts Bradley for covering Hal's actions in the Capitol.
The episode received highly positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, writing and climax.
For the episode, Marcia Gay Harden received a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards.
Bradley (Reese Witherspoon) and Stella (Greta Lee) begin investigating Hyperion, hoping to find any dirt for Cory (Billy Crudup).
She reveals that has bought the majority of UBA shares in an attempt to stop the acquisition, and warns Cory that Paul is going to sell the network.
The episode was written by Laura Wexler from a story by consulting producer Shalisha Francis-Feusner, and directed by Stacie Passon.
In a season that has already seen Bradley Jackson go to space and conceal evidence of her brother storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, the penultimate episode of the third season is an unhinged masterclass in feverish, morning-show melodrama—elevated, in no small part, by the committed performance of Billy Crudup, easily the best actor on this messy show.
"[2] Maggie Fremont of Vulture gave the episode a 4 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "It's the most wonderful time of the year: Things are falling apart on The Morning Show.
"[4] Nicole Gallucci of Decider wrote, "Three seasons deep, it's hard to tell what's genuine and what's an act with Cory, and that's what makes his character so compelling.
"[7] For the episode, Marcia Gay Harden received a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards.