While each of The Righteous Gemstones’ Christian televangelists is out-and-out crazy, none are as rowdily unhinged as Judy Gemstone, whom Edi Patterson has turned into an unforgettable vision of insecurity,

Why was HBO’s comedy about a Bible-thumping family so special? “Because it is based in truth,” says Cassidy Freeman. “I mean, no show with this much old dick should have you on the verge of tears every episode.

Ahead of the series finale, Edi Patterson, who stars as Judy and serves as a writer on the series, caught up with TV Guide to reflect on the final season, discuss the Gemstones' penchant for Gen Z internet lingo, and theorize about what she sees in Judy's future.