Fair rating?The Paper· Season 1 · Episode 8
Church and State
Mare uncovers a story that pits the Truth Teller against its corporate owner; Ned's past as a high-pressure toilet paper salesman embarrasses him; Esmeralda tries to stage-mom her son into commercials; Ken participates in a cover-up.
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#7In Season 1of 10 rated episodes
#7All-timeof 10 rated episodes
−0.1vs season avgSeason 1 averages 6.7
2025First airedSeptember 4, 2025
Guest stars
Duane R. Shepard, Sr.as Barry
Eric Rahillas Travis Bienlien
Linda Parkas Casting Director
Mo Welchas Kimberly
Jesse Abbott Chinas AlbertZak Messingeras Matteo
Rich Grossoas Sewer WorkerPatrick Kangas Softees Worker
Billy Briggsas Patrick
Tyler Jeffrey Smithas Young SalesmanRoland De Leonas Softees Worker
Crew
Matt SohnDirectorBen PhilippeWriter