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This week, Nick and Les are hitting the ice! We originally intended to dive deep into Netflix’s Strip Law, but after checking out the premiere, it didn’t quite make its case with us. It’s certainly cute, but it left us feeling a bit "meh" - so we’re breaking down exactly where the spark was missing.Instead, we are pivoting to a favorite: Shoresy Season 5! We enjoyed this season a whole lot, but the big question remains: does it glide as smoothly as the previous seasons, or is it starting to catch an edge? We talk about the evolution of the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs into the NOSHO North Stars, and whether the heart of the show is still beating as strong as ever.Plus, we’ve got our weekly TV Diaries featuring the shows that kept us glued to the couch this week. This week, we talk about The Rookie, and how it's really two sitcoms in a trenchcoat pretending to be a drama!1:05-33:05 TV Diaries10:00-20:12 The Rookie20:12-33:05 Strip Law34:00-Shorsey S05

Be excellent to each other, Dudes!For this week’s Patreon Bonus Episode, we are hopping into the phone booth for our TV Dudes Retro Rental series with the 1989 classic, Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure!In a world that can feel a bit chaotic, this movie is the cinematic equivalent of a warm, fuzzy hug. We absolutely adore the earnestness of Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, and we had the best time discussing why this story of two kindhearted slackers still feels so special decades later.Thank you for supporting the show and keeping this journey going since 2010. Grab your popcorn and let's party on!

Welcome back to Retro Rentals, the series where we look at the cinematic landscapes that defined our childhoods! This week, we are jumping into the year 2001, when Nick was 11 years old and the world met Mike and Sulley.After our recent look at 1989 (the year Les was 11), we had some lingering thoughts about the "monster under the bed" trope. While Little Monsters from '89 had its charms, Monsters, Inc. feels like the ultimate evolution of that concept. It fixed every narrative hurdle we encountered in our previous 1989 reviews and reminded us why Pixar became the powerhouse it is today.We discuss:The Age 11 Magic: Why the movies we see at eleven years old stick with us forever.World Building: How Monstropolis creates a functioning society out of childhood fears.The Technical Leap: Comparing the practical effects of 1989 to the groundbreaking "fur tech" of 2001.Heart vs. Hype: Why Boo and Sulley’s relationship still holds up as one of the best friendships in film history.Is 2001 the superior "Monster Year" for an eleven year old? Join the conversation and let us know your favorite childhood creature feature at patreon.com/tvdudes.

This week, Nick and Les are heading to Ireland! We are diving deep into the new mystery-comedy from Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee, How to Get to Heaven from Belfast. We absolutely loved the sharp wit and chaotic energy of our three leads. It is a show that manages to be both hilarious and genuinely gripping, and we’re breaking down why this specific blend of Irish humor works so well.In our TV Diaries, we’re catching up on our eclectic weekly watches. Les took a detour into the woods with the new Adams Family horror film, Mother of Flies. It’s a folk-horror trip that left him with plenty to talk about regarding atmosphere and those WTF moments the Adams family is known for.1:05-13:00 TV Diaries13:00-How to get to Heaven From Belfast#MotherOfFlies #HowToGetToHeavenFromBelfast 

This week, Nick and Les tackle the high-octane world of HBO’s Industry. While the showrunner pick didn't quite land for us, it sparked a fantastic, deep-dive discussion on what makes a workplace drama click and where this one lost us in the shuffle. We’re breaking down the character dynamics and the relentless pace to figure out why this specific financial world felt a bit inaccessible this time around.In the TV Diaries, Nick takes us back to the beginning of the end with a The Walking Dead rewatch! It is a fascinating look at how the landscape of television has shifted since Rick Grimes first woke up in that hospital.#TheWalkingDead #IndustryHBO 

This week, we take a trip back to 1989 for the JCVD classic, KICKBOXER! After our trip last week through the most Aughties of actioners, The One, we decided to check out one of the most Eighties movies to squeak in under the wire at the end of the decade. Is it good? Jesus no. Bloodsport and Lionheart are superior. Does it have the awesome resin-and-broken-beer-bottles fistfight? ABSOLUTELY. But the real star of the show is every single costume choice Van Damme makes, and the dancing. Oh, the dancing...#KICKBOXER #JCVD #TVDudes #1989Movies

This week, Nick and Les are bringing you a double feature that spans from the softest felt to the roughest wasteland. We are diving deep into the silly, joyful world of The Muppet Show special featuring Sabrina Carpenter! If you ever wondered if Sabrina’s pop energy would mesh with a bunch of puppets, the answer is a resounding yes. We share our favorite sketches and why this felt like such a warm hug for long-time fans and newcomers alike.Then, is it curtains for Lucy? We wrap up our thoughts on the Fallout season finale! We had high hopes for this journey through the Vaults, and the finale mostly delivered. We discuss what we wanted, what we got, and where we think it's going in season 3. Plus, we open up our TV Diaries to discuss a few standout watches from our personal week! Join us for a conversation that’s all about finding the heart in every story, whether it’s told by a frog or a ghoul.3:00-1:06:55 TV Diaries3:35-13:25 Knight of the 7 Kingdoms13:25-27:48 The Pitt27:48- 41:05 The Rookie46:43-1:06:55 Fallout1:08:20-The Muppets#Fallout #TheMuppets #TheMuppetShow #ThePitt 

This week, we're heading to Hollywood with Simon Williams and a guy that looks REALLY familiar... That's right, it's the long-awaited drop of Marvel's WONDER MAN. Les wasn't excited for this, but hot damn, it's a charming buddy comedy that won us over. Come hear all the reasons we fell for Trev and Simon, why DODC is a crappy SHIELD stand-in, and our hopes for another season of this weird little slice of MCU. No diaries this week, so we'll catch up on those next episode. #WonderMan #TrevorSlattery #SimonWilliams #TheTVDudes

Our movie review series continues for our favorite supporters! This week, we are diving into the visceral, high-stakes world of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. Director Nia DaCosta has taken this legendary franchise into some truly wild territory. We talk about Ralph Fiennes and his ossuary, the terrifying cult of Jimmy, and that shocking ending that has us eager for the next chapter!#28YearsLater #TheBoneTemple #BestOfTheFranchise

This week on the main feed, Nick and Les head to Georgia to unpack the twisty new Netflix limited series His & Hers. We discuss the electric chemistry between Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal and try to figure out who we can actually trust when everyone is a suspect.For our TV Diaries, we share the other gems we have been binging lately. Then, we top it all off with our favorite part of the week: Dessert. We are returning to the wasteland for more Fallout on Amazon Prime. Can the Ghoul survive his fall? Will Lucy kill her Dad? We are hooked on this show!Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app!1:00-37:50 TV Diaries23:25-29:40 The Pitt29:40-37:50 Fallout38:40- His and Hers#Fallout #TheTVDudes #HisAndHersNetflix #ThePitt

This week, Les sits down with voice actor Zach Aguilar for an exciting conversation about his journey into anime and voice acting, from his childhood beginnings in performance to discovering anime and turning that passion into a career. Zach dives into his experiences voicing major characters like Tanjiro in Demon Slayer, the challenges of such an emotionally demanding role,  and we discuss the rapid rise of anime and its growing mainstream acceptance. Zach also shares some unforgettable personal moments that voice acting has given him, like meeting Stan Lee!Plus! Zach’s own recommendation for what anime to watch next!#DemonSlayer #OnePunchMan #Anime #VoiceActing #TheTVDudes 

In this episode, we’re joined by Peri Gilpin and Chris Mann to talk about Jo: The Little Women Musical, an ambitious and heartfelt adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel. You know Peri from her extensive television and film work (Roz was a BOSS, y'all) and Chris has done everything from The Voice to Phantom of the Opera.Peri discusses her role as a producer on the musical alongside her daughter Ava, and why that collaboration feels especially meaningful given Little Women’s focus on family, creativity, and women supporting one another. Chris, who plays Professor Bhaer, breaks down his approach to the character, what draws him to Jo’s intellectual equal, and how he first became involved with the production. We also talk about the upcoming London performance and what makes this staging such a special moment for the show.The world premiere semi-staged concert of Jo - The Little Women Musical will take place at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Sunday January 25, 2026. The event will be directed and choreographed by JoAnn M. Hunter (20 Broadway shows to her credit as a choreographer including Bad Cinderella and School of Rock). Tickets to the concert are available HERE.

Welcome to the inner circle! This week for our Patreon family, we are heading to the theaters to check out the new thriller Primate. Did we love it, or prime-hate it? Nick and Les break down the scares, the suspense, and why movies about animals behaving badly are always a blast. Your support keeps our lights on and our mics hot after all these years. Thank you for being part of the journey!#PrimateMovie

This week on TV Dudes, we dive into Physical: Asia and make the case that it is the strongest entry in the franchise so far. The challenges are bigger, the competition is fiercer, and the international cast brings a fresh energy that pushes the format to its limits. From brutal endurance tests to smart strategic play, this season delivers nonstop spectacle and some of the most compelling moments the series has produced yet!1:00-35:25 TV Diaries12:40-18:00 The Rookie18:00-20:50 The Pitt20:50-35:25 Fallout35:25- Physical Asia#PhysicalAsia #Fallout #ThePitt #TheRookie #TVDudes

For our Patreon bonus, we dive headfirst into The Fanatic (2019), starring Devon Sawa, John Travolta, and one of the most baffling hairpieces ever committed to film, all courtesy of writer-director Fred Durst. It didn't make us want to Break Stuff, but was it good? (no, not really. but it was a journey, and we had some laughs!)#TheFanatic #LimpBizkit #Travolta #DevonSawa #FredDurst

This week, Nick and Les catch up on all the show watching and holiday movies they binged over the break. Muppet Specials, that PLUR1BUS finale, Heated Rivalry... it's all here. Even that STRANGER THINGS ending!Join in and see what we saw!3:00-18:15 Pluribus18:15-36:30 Stranger Things finale36:30-57:05 Heated Rivalry Finale57:05-the rest#TheTVDudes #HeatedRivalry #Pluribus #StrangerThings5

This week, Les sits down with Evan Nikolas Fields to talk about Angel Studios’ new series The Wayfinders, a fantasy adventure packed with magic, visual effects, and big worldbuilding. Evan shares what drew him to the role, how he landed the part, and what it was like bringing the show to life while shooting on location. It is a great behind the scenes look at a new genre series and the work that goes into making its magic feel real.#AngelStudios #TheTVDudes #TheWayfindersWatch The Wayfinders HERE: https://www.angel.com/shows/wayfinders

On Patreon we review the 2006 cult oddity Devil's Den, and yes it is pretty stank. But it is also strange, messy, and kind of fascinating in the way only mid 2000s genre misfires can be. We had a lot of fun breaking down what works, what absolutely does not, and why this one sticks in your brain anyway! Plus it's got DEVON SAWA! We love that guy.#DevilsDen #DevonSawa

We kick off the new year with a dive into Tales of the TMNT season 2! Surprise, we had an absolute blast with it! It's got great energy, awesome character work, and a deep love for the franchise. It feels confident, weird in the right ways, and creatively fearless in a way animated TMNT should be...Which makes Paramount+ canceling it even more frustrating because this season rules.#TalesOfTheTMNT #ParamountPlus *No diaries this week, because we pre-recorded before the holidays.

It’s that time again. Nick and Les count down their Best of 2025, breaking down the TV shows that stuck with them long after the finale. Every pick reflects big swings, surprising performances, and storytelling that actually delivered.It's all here - the shows that made our year bearable. From consensus favorites to passionate outliers, this is the definitive TV Dudes wrap-up of 2025.2:10-12:00 The Rest12:00-The Best (Top 10)#Bestof2025 #TheTVDudes