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Dave and @joyonapping have a spoiler-filled discussion about season 6 of Slow Horses. What did we think of the season overall? What were some of the most memorable moments and character developments? How did this season compare with what happened in the books? And how does this season stack up against all the others? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episodes of VisionQuest and Dark Matter. What did we think of Mike Flanagan’s take on Carrie? What is going to happen when Netflix can’t lay people off anymore? What is the future of Marvel’s TV strategy? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Lowdown season premiere (Hulu) VisionQuest episode 3 (Disney+) Dark Matter season 2 episode 9 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 04:30 - Carrie (2026) 29:00 - TV News Netflix Lays Off 6% of Employees, Elimination About 1,000 Jobs in Biggest Cutbacks to Date ‘Zodiac’ Will Be a “Globetrotting” Spy Adventure, Says Marvel’s Brad Winderbaum Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Update Scores Hulu Series Order 47:15 - VisionQuest Episode 1 - No String Episode 2 - Theseus 1:18:35 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 8 - The Basic Oneness of Everything Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the…

In this bonus episode of Decoding TV, Patrick and David discuss the latest episode of Dark Matter. What is this show trying to say about our relationship with technology? Is it still possible for season 2 to focus and become a great seaosn of TV? And what do we make of the presence of acclaimed character actress Margo Martindale? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. Now that the Skydance merger is complete, what do we think will happen with the new mega company? Was the Lanterns finale a sublime end, or a storytelling disaster? And where do we think Dark Matter is really heading this season. Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Carrie season premiere (Prime Video) VisionQuest season premiere (Disney+) Dark Matter season 2 episode 7 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - TV News Skydance/Warner merger David Ellison Names Skydance Corp.’s New Leadership Team for Movies, TV, Streaming and More David Zaslav says goobye (motherfucker) US Film and TV production is in a terrible decline Both Paramount and HBO brands will still exist Disney Licenses Slew of Titles to Netflix, Including All Five ‘Ice Age’ Movies, ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians,’…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. What does Youth have to say about life in your 50s? What did we think about The New York Times’ list of the top 100 TV shows o the 21st century? And was Dark Matter season 2 episode 5 a masterpiece? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 8 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 episode 6 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - Show of the Week Youth 19:10 - TV News The New York Times top 100 TV Shows of the 21st Century Beast In Me Renewed for Season 2 48:30 - Lanterns Episode 7 - The Jordan Boys’ Legacy 1:14:33 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 5 - Love and Be Loved Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. Are Netflix’s viewership woes reversible? What are our thoughts on the latest news about the Paramount/Warner merger? And are we excited to finally see Apple’s The Savant when it premieres next year? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Youth (HBO Max) Lanterns episode 7 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 episode 5 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - TV News Netflix is in bad shape Paramount Settles Antitrust Case With State AGs Major TV Networks Suspend White House Pool Coverage of Trump in Protest of His CNN Ban Apple TV Finally Schedules Jessica Chastain-Led Thriller ‘The Savant’ ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ to End With Season 3 Older News: Neil Druckmann and Frank Miller 1:01:53 - Lanterns Episode 6 - Bad Optics 1:01:53 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 4 - Stars Hide…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. First up, Myles McNutt joined us from Episodic Medium to discuss this year’s Emmy awards! What did we think of this year’s telecast? What about the awards? And what were some of the weird things that happened? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 6 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 episode 4 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - TV News Breaking down the Emmy Awards 34:40 - Lanterns Episode 5 - Lights Out 1:16:18 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 3 - Everything Beautiful, Everything Terrible Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. Why did the announcer for Wheel of Fortune get fired? Are we sad about the cancellation of Spider-Noir? And is Lanterns one of the biggest hits in HBO history? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 5 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 episode 3 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - TV News Follow-up: GTA VI tops 31 million views on Netflix Furious Hits 43 Million Hours Viewed Lanterns Ep 3 Hits 10 Million Viewers Netflix renewed all their podcasts ‘Spider-Noir’ Canceled by Prime Video After One Season ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Announcer Jim Thornton Fired by Sony Dave Bautista Shows Off Body Transformation 28:22 - Lanterns Episode 4 - Weenie 1:01:53 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 2 - A Perfect World Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter. Is Apple TV worth $15/month? Was it worth it for Rockstar to paywall a trailer for GTA VI on Netflix? And are we excited about a Furious season 2? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 4 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 episode 2 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 00:30 - TV News GTA VI leads to netflix viewership spike Apple TV hikes price of service Furious renewed for season 2 Robocop TV show casts Dan Stevens in lead role 31:05 - Lanterns Episode 3 - OutKast 1:06:18 - Dark Matter Season 2 Episode 1 - A Quiet Life Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns. What do we make of the news that Marvel might be making TV shows after all? Is Gorilla Grodd really the next best DC show to make? And what’s the latest with the Paramount-Warner merger? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 3 (HBO Max) Dark Matter season 2 premiere (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 01:30 - TV News Lanterns pulls in 9 million viewers Marvel probably still making TV shows after all? Bautista will be Kratos DC’s The People vs. Gorilla Grodd is going to happen, apparently Paramount-Warner Merger will cost 4500 jobs California Attorney General Cancels Paramount Settlement Talks Over $111 Billion Warner Bros. Discovery Deal, Says He’ll Meet When They ‘Stop Playing Games’ This tweet: https://x.com/ercboxoffice/status/2091961746601005140?s=42 Theater owner weighs in 48:26 -…

In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on season 3 of House of the Dragon. What were our favorite and least favorite storylines this season? What’s the one place we never want the show to return to? And what was this season about, anyway? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. And of course, be sure to check out A Cast of Kings for a more detailed and informed breakdown! Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcas`t, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the HBO original series Lanterns and conclude their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. What do we make of the fact that Marvel won’t be making live action TV shows anymore? Are we excited about IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2? And will the DC Universe ever be appropriate for children? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns episode 2 (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:30 - Show of the Week Lanterns 33:30 - TV News Hayden Panettiere, Actress on ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ Dies at 36’ ‘VisionQuest’ Could Officially Mark the End of an Era for Marvel ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Finally Renewed for Season 2, and It’s Going Back to 1935 1:00:09 - Dark Matter Episode 9 - Entanglement Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the Hulu original series Furious and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. How much do we think Netflix paid Rockstar to broadcast a videogame commercial? Will Disney Verts ever be a thing? And will David Ellison actually move Paramount out of California? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Lanterns (HBO Max) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 9 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 03:30 - Show of the Week Furious (Hulu) 21:55 - TV News GTA 6 to debut extended look on Netflix and YouTube August 27 Disney and tiktok strike content-sharing deal Ellison threatens to move out of California Regal and AMC back the Paramount merger David Ellison promises movie theaters that he’ll release 30 movies per year 45:00 - Dark Matter Episode 8 - Jupiter Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the return of Ted Lasso and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. What happened with Wonder Man season 2? What do we think is going on with the God of War TV show? Why did David Ellison write an op-ed about the Warner Bros. merger for the New York Times? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Furious (Hulu) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 8 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 2:32 - Show of the Week Ted Lasso season 4 33:00 - TV News ‘God of War’: Dave Bautista in Talks For Kratos Role in Amazon Series After Ryan Hurst’s Exit Atreus to be recast Wonder Man cancelled Co showrunner speaks Yahya Abdul Mateen II speaks NYTimes editorial by David Ellison 1:07:48 - Dark Matter Episode 7 - In the Fires of Dead Stars Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the Netflix series The Hawk and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. Are they really making fewer TV shows these days? Is Alan Ritchson really a loose cannon? Is Paramount gonna be able to bring this merger across the finish line? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Ted Lasso Season 4 (Apple TV) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 7 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 08:13 - Show of the Week The Hawk 31:00 - TV News Ryan Hurst recast in God of War Paramount merger delayed Luminate’s stats on new TV shows Trailers for Blade Runner 2099 (Nov 2026) and Neuromancer (Jan 22) Alan Ritchson’s viral moment 1:04:30 - Dark Matter Episode 6 - Superposition Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap…

In this bonus episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss the fifth episode of Dark Matter’s first season, and which alternate realities we’d choose to visit if we had the chance. Homework for next week: Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 6 (Apple TV) Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[Welcome to our new paid subscribers! Your subscription entitles you to premium podcast feeds for Decoding TV and A Cast of Kings. To access these, simply go to decodingtv.com/listen and walk through the steps to set them up on your favorite podcast app. Thanks for supporting Decoding TV!] In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Agency and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. What’s really behind Netflix’s plunging season 2 viewership? Are we excited about a Mare Cinematic Universe? And what tactics is Paramount using these days to get its merger through. Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week (hopefully!): Lucky (Apple TV) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 5 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:15 - Show of the Week The Agency Season 2 26:00- TV News Lucas Shaw’s screentime follow-up Julianne Nicholson to…

In this bonus episode, David and Myles McNutt from the Episodic Medium newsletter discuss the 2026 Emmy nominations. Which shows came away with some of the biggest nominations? Why does the TV Academy have an unhealthy obsession with The Pitt? What were the biggest snubs? And, as usual, was this overall a shameful year for the Emmys or did we experience less shame? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Links: Subscribe to Episodic Medium Follow Myles on Bluesky Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of Silo and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. Also: What’s up with people not watching season 2+ of Netflix shows? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: The Agency season 2 (Paramount+) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 4 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:44 - Show of the Week Silo Season 3 30:00 - TV News Netflix viewers are abandoning shows after one season 52:01 - Dark Matter Episode 3 - The Box Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Bear and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. Why aren’t as many people watching this season of House of the Dragon? What’s going to happen after Comcast splits off its NBCUniversal wing? And should Netflix use the re-animated voice of Gene Wilder to promote its latest show? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Silo Season 3 (Apple TV) Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 3 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 04:13 - Show of the Week The Bear Season 5 46:08 - TV News Comcast splits NBC Universal and Cable Operations into two companies HOTD ratings: 21.5 million viewers, down slightly from season 2 AI in the News: Wonka commercial 1000 people sign a letter against studios Jack Quaid joins Invincible as Prime Video reveals early season 6 renewal 1:04:48 - Dark Matter Episode 2…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of House of the Dragon and begin their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. Are we the only people who are kinda lost with who’s who in this season’s House of the Dragon? Was The Boroughs cancelled because the Duffer Brothers are personas non grata at Netflix? And what did we think of the series premiere of Dark Matter? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: The Bear (Hulu) Dark Matter Rewatch: Dark Matter Season 1 Episode 2 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 04:13 - Show of the Week House of the Dragon Season 3 premiere 32:30 - TV News The Buroughs has been canceled 48:40 - Dark Matter Episode 1 - Are You Happy In Your Life Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to…

In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and @joyofnapping discuss the first season of Spider-Noir on Prime Video. What made the show work? What were its strongest elements? And did Nicolas Cage make for a convincing Spider-Man? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Links: Follow @joyofnapping on Threads Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the season 1 finale of Widow’s Bay. What were some of the biggest surprises from the episode? Where does this show leave us as we start thinking about season 2? And was this a worthy ending to one of the best shows on TV this year? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NOTE: Next week’s episode will come out later than usual, although we will try to have some bonus episodes fill the void. Stay tuned! In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of Cape Fear on Apple TV. Are we excited for another season of Widow’s Bay? What was it like to watch a UFC fight in front of the White House? And is society too woke for The Office? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: House of the Dragon (Prime Video) Dark Matter Rewatch: Dark Matter Season 1 Episode 1 (Apple TV) Bonus Eps (hopefully!): Maternal Instinct (Netflix) Spider-Noir (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 05:13 - TV News Widow’s Bay renewed for season 2 Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion Justice Department approves Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. UFC fight Scott Pelley goes scorched earth Bari Weiss poised to oversee CNN Society is too woke…

In this bonus episode of Decoding TV, David chats with Christie Boschman (AKA @thatdocumentarygirl) and Alex Biron about the new Netflix documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict. How did we feel about the manner in which this documentary approached its subject matter? What has been the online reaction to the film? And why is it so hard to talk about Michael Jackson right now? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Check out Christie and Alex’s podcast, Bonus Features. Follow Decoding TV on Instagram and Tiktok to get highlights of our episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Note: There won’t be a normal podcast episode this week. Instead, please enjoy this spoiler-filled breakdown of the Half Man ending. We’ll still do a Widow’s Bay bonus episode later in the week for paid subscribers. In this bonus episode, BJ Colangelo joins Decoding TV to discuss the ending of Half Man. Was the journey of this show worth it? How did the show play with the viewer’s loyalties? And what did we make of the enigmatic ending? Listen to hear all our answers to these questions and more. Be sure to listen to BJ’s podcast This Ends at Prom and follow her on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NOTE: We’re considering doing a weekly (re)watch of Dark Matter season 1 in the lead-up to the season 2 premiere at the end of August. Would you support this? If so, let us know at decodingtv(at)gmail(dot)com. In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Prime Video series Spider-Noir. How much longer are we having to wait between seasons for TV shows these days? What the hell is going on at 60 Minutes? And will consumers ever be okay with Generative AI TV shows? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week (in two weeks): Cape Fear (Apple TV) Half Man season finale (HBO Max) Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay ep 8 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 06:30 - Show of the Week Spider-Noir 26:25 - TV News Fans must wait longer for TV shows Jorge Gutierrez drops plans for Amazon AI series CBS says Byron Allen will be profitable The Guardian’s withering…

Thanks for your suggestions to cover Widow’s Bay! While we didn’t cover this show from the beginning, we’ll try to release podcasts about the remaining episodes of the season. In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the latest episodes of Widow’s Bay. What did we make of the sixth episode’s period piece? And how did it connect with the seventh film? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Netflix series The Buroughs. What did we think of Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show? Why do we think Jackass is a sign of positive masculinity? What are our thoughts on the new trailer for Vought Rising? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Spider-Noir (Prime Video) Euphoria season 3 episode 8 (HBO Max) Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay eps 6-7 (Apple TV) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 06:30 - Show of the Week Netflix’s The Buroughs 26:15 - TV News Stephen Colbert’s last show Stephen Colbert’s Monroe Michigan broadcast Late show ratings Jackass returns to Paramount+ Kalshi and Polymarket are spoiling shows Vought Rising trailer 1:04:00 - Euphoria Season 3 Episode 7 - Rain or Shine Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to…

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the series finale of The Boys. Did this show end with a bang or a whimper? Did the finale blow everyone away? Or confirm people’s worst fears about the show? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Netflix’s Lord of the Flies 23:40 - TV News Ronda Rousey destroys Gina Carano Conan O’Brien back for Oscars next year Stephen Colbert Sets Final Week NFL responds to gripes How The Pitt cast baby Jane Doe Renewals: Margot’s got money troubles renewed Love Is Blind Season 11 in Boston fall 2026 Running Point has been renewed for season 3 Big Mistakes renewed for season 2 50:32 - Euphoria Season 3 Episode 6 - Stand Still and See Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the surprise drop episode of The Bear (“Gary”) What do we make of the new X-Files casting that’s been announced? Are there really going to be four Fast and Furious TV shows? And how fair are the Golden Globes’ new AI rules? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Lord of the Flies (Netflix) Euphoria season 3 episode 6 (HBO Max) Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 7 (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 01:55 - Show of the Week The Bear - Gary Myles McNutt’s article about the episode 16:36 - TV News FOUR Fast and Furious shows are in development The X-Files: Eight Massive Guest Roles Have Been Cast Golden Globes set AI rules Dentsu and IGN’s Audience Insights Report Renewals/Greenlights: Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins renewed for season 2 Reacher season 5 already renewed Oscar Isaac is set…

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the season premiere of Widow’s Bay. Can the FCC really revoke Disney’s broadcast license? Why are Far Cry fans so upset with Noah Hawley? And what do Nielsen ratings have to say about the state of the Star Wars universe? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Lord of the Flies (hopefully!) (Netflix) Euphoria season 3 episode 5 (HBO Max) Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 6 (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 01:55 - Show of the Week Widow’s Bay 16:36 - TV News Noah Hawley says Far Cry won’t adapt game story FCC orders early license renewal after Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired Variety story on initial situation ABC stands its ground Bloomberg’s article History of the sanction The top 10 Star Wars related shows Eric Kripke says he did not cancel Gen V Laura Dern cast in White Lotus BW…

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts The Boys season 5 episode 5. This episode tells the story of one day from the perspective of multiple characters. Which characters were our favorites? Is the show really going to end in 3 episodes? Is the show gonna have a satisfying ending or is this all just gonna be preparation for Vought Rising? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David is joined by Chris Klimek to discuss the second season of Lee Sung Jin’s Beef. Did this season of the show live up to its stellar first season? How did we feel about the cast this time around? And what was up with that ending? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Follow Chris on Threads and check out his latest piece for NPR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria. Is Half Man worth the painful experience of watching it? Is Peacock a must-have streaming service? What might have happened on the set of The White Lotus season 4? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Show of the Week: Widow’s Bay Euphoria season 3 episode 4 (HBO Max) Bonus Ep: Beef season 2 (Netflix) Bonus Ep (hopefully!): The Boys season 5 episode 5 (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 03:15 - Show of the Week (Thanks to Adam for this week’s bumper!) Half Man 20:12 - TV News Gen V is cancelled Peacock has lost $432MM in Q1 Peacock cancellations are highest amongst all services Beef season 2 down 60% from first season Netflix second seasons don’t do as well White Lotus: Helena Bonham Carter recast days into shooting 44:20 - Euphoria Season 3 Episode 3 - The Ballad of Paladin Links: Thanks to Michael J…

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss the fourth episode of The Boys season 5. This episode featured the gang getting into a fetchquest and learning about themselves along the way. In other words: a filler episode. Is that a bad thing? Listen to hear us discuss. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria. What do we make of Noah Wyle’s comments about the ending of The Pitt? Is it easy to spend $50 million of ER money? And what will people finally have to say about The Savant when it hits Apple TV this summer? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Euphoria episode 3 (HBO Max) Show of the Week: Half Man Bonus Ep: Invincible season 4 (Prime Video) Bonus Ep: Beef season 2 (Netflix) Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 4 (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:10 - Show of the Week Margo’s Got Money Troubles 17:50 - TV News Euphoria season 3 draws 8.5 million viewers Jessica Chastain says The Savant is coming out Noah Wyle’s GQ interview 51:00 - Euphoria Season 3 Episode 2 - America My Dream 1:19:10 - The Pitt spoiler post-mortem Roxana Hadadi’s Vulture piece about the ending Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for…

David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Pitt (feat. Sarah Marrs) and The Boys. Was it worth making a new Malcolm in the Middle reboot for only four episodes? What is going to be the fate of late night on CBS? And how jazzed are we for the new setting of The White Lotus season 4? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Euphoria episode 2 (HBO Max) Margot Has Money Troubles (Apple TV) Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 4 (Prime Video) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): Listener feedback 10:00 - Show of the Week Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair 19:30 - TV News CBS News will develop late night concepts but just needs Byron Allen’s money right now White Lotus Season 4 will be at Cannes 27:25 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 15 - 8:00 P.M. 1:29:19 - The Boys Season 5 Episode 3 - Every One of You Sons of Bitches Links: Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the…

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss the season finale of DTF St. Louis. How did we feel about how this story unfolded? Were we satisfied by the ending? And what, ultimately, was this show trying to say about male loneliness and friendship? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick kick off their coverage of Euphoria season 3. What did we think of the season 3 premiere overall? Does Zendaya’s back hurt from carrying this show? And what did we think of all the non-Rue storylines? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram Follow this podcast on Tiktok Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Follow David on Instagram Follow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt. Also, they discuss The Boys and Patrick finishes A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. What is the future of late night programming at CBS? Is Dark Matter the best sci-fi show on Apple TV? Are Pitt fans just really bad at watching TV? Do we think The Boys season 5 is going to be any good? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 15 (HBO Max) Euphoria (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:06 - Show of the Week The Boys Season 5 Eps 1-2 24:00 - Patrick Finishes the Damn Show A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms 30:00 - TV News Pitt fans are proving it’s possible to be bad at watching a TV show Dark Matter Season 2 coming back August 26 Byron Allen will take over for Colbert 51:42 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 14 - 7:00 P.M. Noah Wyle Interview Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter,…

David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt. Also, David discusses Bait and Patrick finishes Wonder Man. What do we make of Netflix’s new price hike? Did Wonder Man deliver on its ending? And what is our reaction to the big X-Files casting news that broke last week? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 14 (HBO Max) The Boys (Amazon Prime) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 05:50 - Show of the Week Bait 14:45 Patrick Finishes the Damn Show Wonder Man 22:13 - TV News PSA: Tubi adding 250 episodes of Sesame Street Netflix raises prices again Himesh Patel cast as co-lead of new X-Files Is it a continuation? 39:40 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 13 - 6:00 P.M. The Pitt heads to Alamo drafthouse for finale Supriya Ganesh exits, Ayesha Harris will be series regular Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the season premiere of Invincible. Then, Sarah Marrs joins us to discuss The Pitt. Can CBS News be saved? What do we make of the news that Wonder Man is being renewed? And what the hell happened with The Bachelorette last week? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 13 (HBO Max) Bait (Amazon Prime) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 2:30 - Show of the Week Invincible S4 14:55 - TV News Hacks Will End After Season 5 and For All Mankind Will End After Season 6 Wonder Man renewed for season 2 BW Corner: CBS News to Lay off 6% of Staff CBS Evening News ratings drop to below 4 million The Bachelorette Implodes Potential $70 million loss 49:00 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 12 - 6:00 P.M. Links: Check out Sarah’s work at Lainey Gossip Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter,…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Pitt and DTF St. Louis. What exactly went down with the failed Buffy reboot? Why can’t Damon Lindelof stop putting his foot in his mouth? And does anyone care about Last of Us season 3 at this point? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 12 (HBO Max) Invincible Season premiere (Amazon Prime) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 2:30 - Show of the Week The Oscars 14:15 - TV News Oscars ratings How the Buffy reboot died Variety’s “hit piece” Paradise renewed for season 3 Damon Lindelof pisses off another beloved comic book writer The time he pissed off Alan Moore ‘Stranger Things’ Animated Spinoff Gets One-Day Theatrical Preview Stranger Things box set Last of Us Casting news 49:00 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 11 - 5:00 P.M. 1:22:00 - DTF St. Louis Episode 3 - Go Getter Links: Listen to…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Pitt and DTF St. Louis. How’s the Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros going so far? Do we think the kids are going to hang out and watch Verts? Is Daryl Hannah right to be pissed at Love Story? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 10 (HBO Max) DTF St. Louis Episode 2 (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 2:30 - Something We’ve Been Watching/Show of the Week/??? 13:15 - TV News David Ellison’s visit to Warner Bros. doesn’t go well. Disney is about to launch VERTS!!! Daryl Hannah’s NYTimes Op Ed about Love Story Love Story is FX/s most-watched limited series ever 44:00 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 10 - 4:00 P.M. 1:22:30 - DTF St. Louis Episode 2 - Snag It Links: Follow Sarah’s work at Lainey Gossip Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt with Sarah Marrs from Lainey Gossip. Plus: Our thoughts on the season premiere of DTF St. Louis. What is our reaction to Paramount buying Warner Bros? Did Jamie Lee Curtis accidentally reveal the final season of The Bear? Are we excited about the new Lanterns show? Does God of War on Prime Video really look bad? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 10 (HBO Max) DTF St. Louis Episode 2 (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 04:45 - TV News Paramount Buys Warner Bros This is about reinventing the business Jamie Lee Curtis accidentally confirms The Bear will end with S5 ‘God of War’ Creator Says TV First Look Is Dumb Lanterns Trailer Scrubs Reboot is huge 31:30 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 9 - 3:00 P.M. 1:24:30 - DTF St. Louis Episode 1 - Cornhole Links: Follow Sarah’s work at…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt. What did we make of the mess at the BAFTAs this week? Are people who partake in IMDB Score Wars well balanced or hateful individuals? And how excited are we for Ryan Coogler’s X-Files? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 9 (HBO Max) DTF St. Louis (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 01:30 - TV News The BAFTA Mess BBC Removes N-Word Outburts John Davidson apologizes kind of Warner Complains About N-Word but BBC Broadcasts It Anyways John Davidson’s interview with Variety Slate’s Interview with Johnelle Bean GoT vs. Breaking Bad IMDB Score War X-Files Gets Hulu Pilot Disney Asked Tony Gilroy not to use the word “Fascism” (but now he can) BW Corner: Attia Out 42:30 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 8 - 2:00 P.M. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt. Why would Apple buy the rights to Severance? Will Paramount’s latest gambit to buy WBD succeed? And what the heck is going on with Stephen Colbert over at Late Night and his interview with James Talarico? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 8 (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:30 - TV News Apple Buys Severance for $70MM Netflix reopens Paramount talks Stephen Colbert’s FCC Fiasco CBS Denies blocking interview Spider-Noir gets May 27 Release Date BW Corner: Anderson Cooper leaves 60 Minutes Peter Attia not being fired HOTD Season 3 Teaser Trailer 50:00 - The Pitt Season 2 Episode 7 - 2:00 P.M. Links: Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube Follow this podcast on Instagram…

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of The Pitt. What were our thoughts on this year’s Super Bowl ads and halftime show? How desperate is Paramount Skydance getting in its bid to take over Warner Bros? Are we looking forward to a Baldur’s Gate series? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: The Pitt Season 2 Episode 7 (HBO Max) Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate): 02:00 - TV News James Van Der Beek Has Passed Away Bad Bunny Super Bowl show breaks records Baldur’s Gate series in the works from Craig Maizin Paramount says it will pay Paramount $650mm per quarter if takeover not completed by end of 2026 YouTube TV reveals pricing for lower-cost packages They’re making an Eragon series for some reason ‘Heated Rivalry’ Reaches 10.6 Million Viewers in The U.S. With Audience Increasing by Over 100% Since Finale ‘A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 4 Sets An IMDB…