Decoding TV

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. Ep. 42 - Marvel TV Reaches New Heights With ‘Agatha All Along’s’ Finale

    31 OCT

    Ep. 42 - Marvel TV Reaches New Heights With ‘Agatha All Along’s’ Finale

    In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek chat about the latest TV news. Then they dive into episode 6 of The Penguin and the season finale of Agatha All Along.   Does a new Seinfeld blu-ray release have us reaching for our wallets? Will Jon Stewart’s extended hosting deal at The Daily Show keep us tuned in? Is the new Marvel TV trailer enough to keep us on board for 2025? Does this week’s episode of The Penguin have us emotionally invested in Oz? Can Agatha All Along stick the landing with its season finale? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more! Homework for next week: The Penguin Episode 7 (Max)Shownotes: 02:40 - Seinfeld to debut on blu-ray and 4K12:02 - Comcast may spin off Cable networks14:08 - Jon Stewart Extends Deal to Host ‘Daily Show’ Through December 202519:44 - Netflix Adds ‘Moments’ Feature23:58 - Marvel’s look ahead38:56 - The PenguinEp 6 - Gold Summit01:01:42 - Agatha All AlongEpisode 8 - Follow Me My Friend / To Glory at the EndEpisode 9 - Maiden Mother CroneLinks: 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.

    1h 36m
  2. Ep. 40 - 'The Penguin' Just Aired One of the Best TV Episodes of the Year

    17 OCT

    Ep. 40 - 'The Penguin' Just Aired One of the Best TV Episodes of the Year

    In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss the series premiere of Disclaimer and run down what’s going on in the world of TV. Then, they dig in to episode 4 of The Penguin and episode 6 of Agatha All Along.  This week we saw two shows that had flashback episodes depicting the backstory of a seemingly secondary character. Which one did we find most effective? Did Alfonso Cuarón’s Disclaimer hook us or leave us cold? Are we excited for John Mulaney to return to the world of late night TV? And which recent renewals are we most excited by? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more! Homework for next week: The Penguin Episode 5 (Max)Agatha All Along Episode 7 (Disney+)Shownotes: 01:30 - Initial thoughts on Disclaimer on Apple TV+12:45 - Amazon Prime Video is adding Apple TV+ as a channel14:45 - Netflix orders new John Mulaney live weekly talk show in 202520:04 - Renewals and CancellationsSlow Horses Renewed for Season 6 at AppleTV+Apple TV+ Releases Silo Season 2 TrailerInvincible Season 3 will premiere on February 6 with no midseason breakCulinary Class Wars renewed for second season at NetflixThe Diplomat renewed for season 3You will grow old waiting for your favorite TV show34:30 - The Penguin Ep 4 - Cent’Anni01:17:00 - Agatha All Along Ep 6 - Familiar By Thy SideLinks: 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.

    1h 34m
  3. Ep. 39 - ‘The Franchise’ Is About The Impossibility of Making Good Art

    10 OCT

    Ep. 39 - ‘The Franchise’ Is About The Impossibility of Making Good Art

    In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss the series premiere of The Franchise, chat about some TV renewals and cancellations, and assess the role of toxic fandom in our culture. Then they dig in to episode 3 of The Penguin and episode 5 of Agatha All Along. Can The Franchise rise above the inside jokes of Hollywood to become a hit? What do a series of high profile renewals and cancellations say about the state of the television industry? Can The Penguin continue strong world building while ignoring the existence of Batman? Does Agatha All Along deliver on its big twist? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more! Homework for next week: The Penguin Episode 4 (Max)Agatha All Along Episode 6 (Disney+)Bonus Ep: Slow Horses Season 4 (Apple TV+)Shownotes: 02:13 - The FranchiseEp 1 - Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye14:04 - Renewals and CancellationsKaos CancelledThe Night Agent Renewed for Season 3Reacher Renewed for Season 423:21 - How Hollywood is Battling Toxic FansJodie Turner-Smith says Disney Can’t Stay Silent42:02 - The Penguin Ep 3 - Bliss01:12:27 - Agatha All Along Ep 5 - Darkest Hour / Wake Thy PowerLinks: 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.

    1h 26m
  4. Ep. 38 - How ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Might Deviate From the Game

    3 OCT

    Ep. 38 - How ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Might Deviate From the Game

    In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek explore the early ratings for The Penguin, brace themselves for a new season of Sugar, discuss a surprising choice of director for Stranger Things 5, and dig into the new trailer for The Last of Us Season 2. Then, they discuss episode 2 of The Penguin and episode 4 of Agatha All Along. Will The Penguin be able to take flight in the ratings for the rest of the first season? How do we feel about the confounding news of a second season of Sugar? Does Frank Darabont’s return to the industry signal a strong return for Stranger Things? How different will The Last of Us season 2 be from its video game counterpart? Does The Penguin keep up the momentum in episode 2? Are we still enjoying the witchy formula of Agatha All Along in episode 4? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more! Homework for next week: The Penguin Episode 3 (Max)Agatha All Along Episode 5 (Disney+)The Franchise Episode 1 (Max)Shownotes: 12:13 - Strong Ratings for The Penguin16:20 - Sugar Renewed for Season 221:18 - Frank Darabont Ends Retirement for Stranger Things25:53 - The Last of Us Season 2 Trailer36:20 - The Penguin Ep 2 - Inside Man01:04:28 - Agatha All Along Ep 4 - If I Can’t Reach You, Let My Song Teach YouLinks: 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.

    1h 18m

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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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