Ep. 72 - 'Ironheart' Is a Mess of Ideas That's (Probably) Not Gonna Come Together
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 first three episodes of Ironheart on Disney+.Does the Showtime name still have any meaning in our current streaming environment? Did Andor season 2 get more viewers than season 1? And why did The Last of Us season 2 have fewer viewers? Listen to us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:Ironheart Eps 4-6 (Disney+)Shownotes:07:30 - TV NewsParamount+ with Showtime is now Paramount Premium‘Mindhunter’ May Return as Three Movies, Star Holt McCallany RevealsAndor concludes with number 1 overall ranking on NielsenThe Last of Us Ratings Declined During Season 2 but Why35:02 - Ironheart Eps 1-3Episode 1 - Take Me HomeEpisode 2 - Will the Real Natalie Please Stand Up?Episode 3 - We in Danger, GirlLinks: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.
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Bonus Ep: Dept. Q Season 1 (with Sarah Marrs)
In this bonus episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David Chen and Sarah Marrs discuss Dept. Q's first season on Netflix. What did we think of how this show handled its central mystery? Did any of the subplots work well for us? What about the red herrings? Was Matthew Goode, well, any good as the lead? How excited are we for the prospect of a second season of Dept. Q? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next episode: Ironheart season premiere (Disney+)Links:Follow Sarah Marrs on BlueskyCheck out Sarah’s work on Lainey GossipSubscribe 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.
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Bonus Ep: How Director Dan Trachtenberg Put Together 'Predator: Killer of Killers'
In this bonus episode, David chats with director Dan Trachtenberg about how Predator: Killer of Killers (now streaming on Hulu) came together. Dan discusses why they chose the time periods they did, the challenges of putting together an anthology film based around the Predator in different time periods, and what his favorite action moments are from the film.Homework for next episode:Dept Q (Netflix)Links:Follow Dan Trachtenberg on InstagramSubscribe 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.
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Ep. 71 - 'Predator: Killer of Killers' Is a Thrilling (But Brief) Visit to the Predator Universe
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss the differences between the Invincible and Game of Thrones videogames (and why the former will probably be way more successful), muse on the plight of Warner Bros Discovery, and lament the loss of press freedom in the American media. Then, it’s time to dive into Dan Trachtenberg’s latest Predator entry, Killer of Killers, now streaming on Hulu.Be sure to stay tuned for a bonus interview with Dan Trachtenberg coming in the next week.Homework for next week:Dept Q (Netflix)Shownotes:08:50 - TV NewsVideogame News:New Game of Thrones PC Strategy Game to Launch in 2026Invincible Vs: A New fighting Game set in the Invincible universeWarner Bros Discovery to split into two companiesTerry Moran suspended at ABC News49:30 - Predator: Killer of Killers reviewLinks: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.
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Ep. 70 - 'Mountainhead' Tries to Skewer Billionaire Tech Bros. Does It Succeed? (Plus: 'Rehearsal' and 'Last of Us' Follow-Ups)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss Succession creator Jesse Armstrong’s latest HBO original, Mountainhead. Does it do a good job of satirizing the billionaire tech class? Will Nic Pizzolatto ever write a True Detective episode again? And why do we feel sympathy for the new kids cast as the main Harry Potter characters? Listen to us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:Predator: Killer of Killers (Hulu)Shownotes:03:40 - TV News‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Casts Harry, Ron and Hermione‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Gets Three-Part Release, Series Finale Set for New Year’s Eve‘True Detective’ Creator Nic Pizzolatto Has a “Story” for Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson to Reprise Cohle and Hart: They’re “Open to It”28:00 - Mountainhead review58:45 - The Rehearsal Season 2 Follow-Ups1:11:00 - The Last of Us Season 2 Follow-UpsLinks: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 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.
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