Decoding TV

Decoding TV

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.

  1. 5 hr ago ·  Bonus

    Bonus Ep: 'Dark Matter' S1E05 And Which Alternate Realities We'd Choose to Visit

    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 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.

    Bonus Ep: 'Dark Matter' S1E05 And Which Alternate Realities We'd Choose to Visit

  2. 14 Jul

    Ep. 120 - Is It Worth Debriefing with 'The Agency' Season 2? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E04 Shows Why It's Hard To Live Someone Else's Life)

    [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 WeekThe Agency Season 226:00- TV NewsLucas Shaw’s screentime follow-upJulianne Nicholson to Reprise ‘Mare of Easttown’ Role in ‘Task’ Season 2Paramount Blasts States’ Lawsuit 51:30 - Dark MatterEpisode 4 - The CorridorLinks: 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.

    Ep. 120 - Is It Worth Debriefing with 'The Agency' Season 2? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E04 Shows Why It's Hard To Live Someone Else's Life)

  3. 10 Jul ·  Bonus

    Bonus Ep: Breaking Down the 2026 Emmy Nominations (feat. Myles McNutt from Episodic Medium)

    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 MediumFollow Myles on BlueskySubscribe 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.

    Bonus Ep: Breaking Down the 2026 Emmy Nominations (feat. Myles McNutt from Episodic Medium)

  4. 8 Jul

    Ep. 119 - Are the Secrets of 'Silo' Season 3 Still Worth Exploring? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E03 Is High-Quality Sci-fi Gobbledygook)

    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 WeekSilo Season 330:00 - TV NewsNetflix viewers are abandoning shows after one season52:01 - Dark MatterEpisode 3 - The BoxLinks: 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.

    Ep. 119 - Are the Secrets of 'Silo' Season 3 Still Worth Exploring? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E03 Is High-Quality Sci-fi Gobbledygook)

  5. 1 Jul

    Ep. 118 - Is 'The Bear' Season 5 Worth One Final Visit? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E02 Is When The Show Locks In)

    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 WeekThe Bear Season 546:08 - TV NewsComcast splits NBC Universal and Cable Operations into two companiesHOTD ratings: 21.5 million viewers, down slightly from season 2AI in the News:Wonka commercial1000 people sign a letter against studiosJack Quaid joins Invincible as Prime Video reveals early season 6 renewal1:04:48 - Dark MatterEpisode 2 - Trip of a LifetimeLinks: 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.

    Ep. 118 - Is 'The Bear' Season 5 Worth One Final Visit? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E02 Is When The Show Locks In)

  6. 25 Jun

    Ep. 117 - 'HOTD' Season 3 Still Brings the Spectacle (Plus: We Kick Off Our 'Dark Matter' Season 1 Rewatch!)

    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 WeekHouse of the Dragon Season 3 premiere32:30 - TV NewsThe Buroughs has been canceled48:40 - Dark MatterEpisode 1 - Are You Happy In Your LifeLinks: 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.

    Ep. 117 - 'HOTD' Season 3 Still Brings the Spectacle (Plus: We Kick Off Our 'Dark Matter' Season 1 Rewatch!)

  7. 22 Jun ·  Bonus

    Bonus Ep: What Made 'Spider-Noir' Work

    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 ThreadsSubscribe 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.

    Bonus Ep: What Made 'Spider-Noir' Work

  8. 17 Jun ·  Bonus

    Bonus Ep: Did 'Widow's Bay' Season 1 Stick The Landing?

    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 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.

    Bonus Ep: Did 'Widow's Bay' Season 1 Stick The Landing?
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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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  • Creator
    Decoding TV
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    363
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Chen
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