Decoding TV

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 BayEuphoria 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 Man20:12 - TV NewsGen V is cancelledPeacock has lost $432MM in Q1Peacock cancellations are highest amongst all servicesBeef season 2 down 60% from first seasonNetflix second seasons don’t do as wellWhite Lotus: Helena Bonham Carter recast days into shooting44:20 - Euphoria Season 3Episode 3 - The Ballad of PaladinLinks:Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpersListen 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.

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 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.

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 ManBonus 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 WeekMargo’s Got Money Troubles17:50 - TV NewsEuphoria season 3 draws 8.5 million viewersJessica Chastain says The Savant is coming outNoah Wyle’s GQ interview51:00 - Euphoria Season 3Episode 2 - America My Dream1:19:10 - The Pitt spoiler post-mortemRoxana Hadadi’s Vulture piece about the endingLinks:Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpersListen 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 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 feedback10:00 - Show of the WeekMalcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair19:30 - TV NewsCBS News will develop late night concepts but just needs Byron Allen’s money right nowWhite Lotus Season 4 will be at Cannes27:25 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 15 - 8:00 P.M.1:29:19 - The Boys Season 5Episode 3 - Every One of You Sons of BitchesLinks:Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpersFollow Sarah Marrs on BlueskyListen 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.

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 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.

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 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 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 WeekThe Boys Season 5 Eps 1-224:00 - Patrick Finishes the Damn ShowA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms30:00 - TV NewsPitt fans are proving it’s possible to be bad at watching a TV showDark Matter Season 2 coming back August 26Byron Allen will take over for Colbert51:42 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 14 - 7:00 P.M.Noah Wyle InterviewLinks: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.

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 WeekBait14:45 Patrick Finishes the Damn ShowWonder Man22:13 - TV NewsPSA: Tubi adding 250 episodes of Sesame StreetNetflix raises prices againHimesh Patel cast as co-lead of new X-FilesIs it a continuation?39:40 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 13 - 6:00 P.M.The Pitt heads to Alamo drafthouse for finaleSupriya Ganesh exits, Ayesha Harris will be series regularLinks: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.

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 WeekInvincible S414:55 - TV NewsHacks Will End After Season 5 and For All Mankind Will End After Season 6Wonder Man renewed for season 2BW Corner:CBS News to Lay off 6% of StaffCBS Evening News ratings drop to below 4 millionThe Bachelorette ImplodesPotential $70 million loss49:00 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 12 - 6:00 P.M.Links:Check out Sarah’s work at Lainey GossipListen 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.

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 WeekThe Oscars14:15 - TV NewsOscars ratingsHow the Buffy reboot diedVariety’s “hit piece”Paradise renewed for season 3Damon Lindelof pisses off another beloved comic book writerThe time he pissed off Alan Moore‘Stranger Things’ Animated Spinoff Gets One-Day Theatrical PreviewStranger Things box setLast of Us Casting news49:00 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 11 - 5:00 P.M.1:22:00 - DTF St. LouisEpisode 3 - Go GetterLinks: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.

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 NewsDavid Ellison’s visit to Warner Bros. doesn’t go well.Disney is about to launch VERTS!!!Daryl Hannah’s NYTimes Op Ed about Love StoryLove Story is FX/s most-watched limited series ever44:00 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 10 - 4:00 P.M.1:22:30 - DTF St. LouisEpisode 2 - Snag ItLinks:Follow Sarah’s work at Lainey GossipListen 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.

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 NewsParamount Buys Warner BrosThis is about reinventing the businessJamie Lee Curtis accidentally confirms The Bear will end with S5‘God of War’ Creator Says TV First Look Is DumbLanterns TrailerScrubs Reboot is huge31:30 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 9 - 3:00 P.M.1:24:30 - DTF St. LouisEpisode 1 - CornholeLinks:Follow Sarah’s work at Lainey GossipListen 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.

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 NewsThe BAFTA MessBBC Removes N-Word OutburtsJohn Davidson apologizes kind ofWarner Complains About N-Word but BBC Broadcasts It AnywaysJohn Davidson’s interview with VarietySlate’s Interview with Johnelle BeanGoT vs. Breaking Bad IMDB Score WarX-Files Gets Hulu PilotDisney Asked Tony Gilroy not to use the word “Fascism” (but now he can)BW Corner:Attia Out42:30 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 8 - 2:00 P.M.Links: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.

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 NewsApple Buys Severance for $70MMNetflix reopens Paramount talksStephen Colbert’s FCC FiascoCBS Denies blocking interviewSpider-Noir gets May 27 Release DateBW Corner:Anderson Cooper leaves 60 MinutesPeter Attia not being firedHOTD Season 3 Teaser Trailer50:00 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 7 - 2:00 P.M.Links: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.

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 NewsJames Van Der Beek Has Passed AwayBad Bunny Super Bowl show breaks recordsBaldur’s Gate series in the works from Craig MaizinParamount says it will pay Paramount $650mm per quarter if takeover not completed by end of 2026YouTube TV reveals pricing for lower-cost packagesThey’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 Score Record52:40 - The Pitt Season 2Episode 6 - 12:00 P.M.Links: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.