Ep. 89 - 'Pluribus' S1E04 Tests the Limits of What's Possible in This World
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 fourth episode of Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus.Will HBO save Poker Face? Are we excited about a new season of The Chair Company? How many seasons will House of the Dragon end up getting? Who’s the least terrible option to buy Warner Bros? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.Homework for next week:Pluribus Episode 5 (Apple TV)Shownotes:0:00 - David’s viewing of The Beast in Me on Netflix09:33 - TV NewsCould HBO rescue Poker Face?Tim Robinson’s ‘The Chair Company’ RenewedI Love LA renewed for season 2‘House Of The Dragon’ Renewed For Season 4 At HBODC Studios’ ‘Lanterns’ Pushed‘Twisted Metal’ Renewed for Season 3Warner Acquisition News47:15 - PluribusEpisode 4 - Please, CarolLinks:Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-------- Â
1:38:00
--------
1:38:00
Ep. 88 - 'Pluribus' S1E03 Opens Up Some Dangerous Possibilities
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 third episode of Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus.How do we feel about the imminent return of Alien: Earth, not to mention Shogun? Can Poker Face survive with a new Charlie Cale? And why are we so excited about a new show based off Jimmy Olsen? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.Homework for next week:Pluribus Episode 4 (Apple TV)Shownotes:07:54 - TV NewsYouTube TV Blackout Is Costing Disney an Estimated $4.3 Million per Day in Lost RevenueBob Iger defends deal‘Alien: Earth’ Renewed for Season 2Shogun Season 2 Sets Filming/Directors/WritersRian Johnson Wants 2-Season Deal With Peter Dinklage As Lie Detector Sleuth Charlie CaleJimmy Olsen ‘DC Crime’ Series in the Works at HBO Max From ‘American Vandal’ Duo, First Season Focused on Gorilla Grodd48:08 - PluribusEpisode 3 - GrenadeLinks:Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeSubscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-------- Â
1:40:58
--------
1:40:58
Ep. 87 - The 'Pluribus' Season Premiere Will Go Down in History
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 Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus.How do we feel about Apple TV’s vibrant new brand identity? How do we feel about the brewing war between YouTube TV and Disney? And why will people be remembering the Pluribus season premiere for a long time to come? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.Homework for next week:Pluribus Episode 2 (Apple TV)Shownotes:05:02 - TV NewsApple TV temporarily melts downFinneas made the new music for Apple TVThe new logo was done in-cameraYouTube TV pulls Disney channelsIT: Welcome to Derry ratingsLate Night NewsJon Stewart renewed for another year (through 2026)Colbert weights in on his cancellation43% of Gen Z prefer YouTube and Tiktok to traditional TV48:08 - PluribusEpisode 1 - We Is UsEpisode 2 - Pirate LadyLinks:Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramSubscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-------- Â
1:49:32
--------
1:49:32
Bonus Ep: 'Slow Horses' Season 5 Was a Blast
Dave and @joyonapping are back for another season of Slow Horses! In season 5, the focus is on Roddy Ho as he becomes ensnared in a vast terrorist conspiracy.What were the biggest differences between the books and the show? Is the format of the show inherently in tension with its plotlines? Who were our MVPs this season? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Links:Follow Joy on ThreadsEmail us at Decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)comFollow us on Tiktok at tiktok.com/@decodingrealitySubscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-------- Â
57:22
--------
57:22
Bonus Ep: 'It: Welcome to Derry' Takes Some Big Swings. Is It Enough?
In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss the season premiere of It: Welcome to Derry. What are the ways in which this show expands on the lore of the book? What did we make of the bold decisions at the end of the first episode? If this show starts at a 12, does it have anywhere to go? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.Homework:Slow Horses season 5 (Apple TV+)Links:Alex Zalben’s article about this show’s cheap scaresJack Hamilton’s review of ItListen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss everything going on in the world of TV, with recaps and reviews of the most interesting shows on the air. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Australia