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. Bonus Ep: Did the 'Pluribus' Season Finale Stick the Landing?

    24.12.2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Ep: Did the 'Pluribus' Season Finale Stick the Landing?

    In this bonus episode of Decoding TV, Patrick Klepek and David Chen discuss the Pluribus season 1 finale. Was this a satisfying conclusion to this season of television? What are the biggest payoffs from the episode? And what are we looking forward to in season 2? We’ll be back next week with more thoughta on Fallout season 2, plus your reactions/theories/comments on the Pluribus finale! 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.

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  2. Ep. 92 - It's Fun to Be Back in the World of 'Fallout' (S2 Premiere) Again. PLUS: Pluribus S1E08 Puts Characters on a Collision Course

    19.12.2025

    Ep. 92 - It's Fun to Be Back in the World of 'Fallout' (S2 Premiere) Again. PLUS: Pluribus S1E08 Puts Characters on a Collision Course

    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 eighth episode of Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus and the season 2 premiere of Fallout. The Oscars are moving to YouTube! What does this mean, exactly? Why did our respect for David Zaslav go up this week? And Pluribus is the most-watched show on Apple TV, but please do not ask any follow up questions. Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and more. Homework for next week: Pluribus Episode 9 (Apple TV)Fallout Season 2 Episode 2 (Prime Video)Shownotes: 03:04 - TV NewsOscars Bolts from ABC to YouTube Starting in 2029Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Paramount $30/Share OfferPluribus is most watched show on Apple TV ever30:40 - PluribusEpisode 8 - Charm Offensive1:17:23 - Fallout Season 2Episode 1 - The InnovatorLinks: 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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  3. Ep. 91 - 'Pluribus' S1E07 Might Be Its Most Effective Episode Yet

    12.12.2025

    Ep. 91 - 'Pluribus' S1E07 Might Be Its Most Effective Episode Yet

    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 seventh episode of Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus. What is our reaction to the big news that Netflix might acquire Warner Bros? Do we think Paramount can release 30 movies per year? Is David Ellison really just Kendall Roy? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Pluribus Episode 8 (Apple TV)Fallout Season 2 Premiere (Prime Video)Shownotes: 06:00 - TV NewsNetflix to Acquire Warner Bros for $72 billion of equity value.Hostile takeover bid from ParamountNetflix says it will shorten theatrical windowsParamount commits to 30 films per yearDavid Ellison’s embarrassing textThe Verge did a feature on the guy operating the vomit machineDid a Pluribus ad trigger someone’s psychotic episode54:00 - PluribusEpisode 7 - The GapLinks: 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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  4. Ep. 90 - What 'Pluribus' S1E06 Has In Common with 'Notting Hill'

    05.12.2025

    Ep. 90 - What 'Pluribus' S1E06 Has In Common with 'Notting Hill'

    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 sixth episode of Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus. Are we going to try to see the Stranger Things finale in theaters? What does the HBO Max/Mad Men debacle say about the world of streaming entertainment? Will Apple TV ever be able to stop pulling shows from its lineup? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Homework for next week: Pluribus Episode 7 (Apple TV)Shownotes: 04:30 - TV NewsStranger Things 5 Scores Netflix’s Second Biggest Premiere Ever for a Series‘Stranger Things’ FinaleHBO Max’s Mad Men 4K release is the opposite of a remasterTodd Vaziri’s analysis The Hunt pulled from Apple TV for plagiarism allegationsFar Cry series is a go at FX with Rob Mac and Noah Hawley43:30 - PluribusEpisode 6 - HDPLinks: 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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  5. Bonus Ep: 'Pluribus' S1E05 Makes Us Wonder Where This Show Is Going

    26.11.2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Ep: 'Pluribus' S1E05 Makes Us Wonder Where This Show Is Going

    In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss the fifth episode of Pluribus on Apple TV, ‘Got Milk.’ We hope everyone has a happy Thanksgiving this week! This year, we are grateful for all your support and listenership. Homework for next week: Pluribus Episode 6 (Apple TV)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.

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  6. Ep. 89 - 'Pluribus' S1E04 Tests the Limits of What's Possible in This World

    21.11.2025

    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.

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  7. Ep. 88 - 'Pluribus' S1E03 Opens Up Some Dangerous Possibilities

    15.11.2025

    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.

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  8. Ep. 87 - The 'Pluribus' Season Premiere Will Go Down in History

    07.11.2025

    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.

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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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    Decoding TV
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