Taking It Down

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Taking It Down

Streaming is scattered. What's worth watching? Taking It Down is intelligent Southern accents covering scattered TV, catered to thinkers in the working class. Recommendations first, insights and spoilers later. Watch TV from a different angle. Every Tuesday morning, editor-in-chief of The Alabama Take Blaine Duncan is joined by Adam Morrow, Donovan Reinwald, and others to recommend and analyze what's on TV and streaming. You've earned your time; know where to spend it.

  1. From Shogun to Shadows: Our Top Picks of 2024 Revealed

    2 DAYS AGO

    From Shogun to Shadows: Our Top Picks of 2024 Revealed

    Join the host Blaine Duncan as he introduces the premise of show "Taking I Down" as the one podcast to hear get your knowledgek of hosts join for their favorite moments from 2024, which from television, movies, books, and music that brought them joy. The conversation kicks off with a spirited discussion of the standout series "Shogun" and the impressive finale of "What We Do In The Shadows." They delve into the series' final season, exploring its unique blend of humor and meta-commentary, while acknowledging fan reactions to unresolved storylines and character relationships. The hosts also touch on their personal experiences with live music and literature that impacted them throughout the year. With a mix of wit and insight, this episode encapsulates a year of entertainment worth celebrating.

    45 min
  2. Final Farewell: Grief and Growth on 'Somebody Somewhere'; If 'Silo' Now Sucks; Prepping for Another End

    DEC 17

    Final Farewell: Grief and Growth on 'Somebody Somewhere'; If 'Silo' Now Sucks; Prepping for Another End

    This week on Taking It Down, the hosts get into the emotional finale of HBO's 'Somebody Somewhere,' in broad ways in the non-spoiler section to begin the episode (1:08). Additionally, they discuss the second season of Apple TV+'s 'Silo,' as they now have mixed feelings on the show (5:48). For the weekly spoiler section, they recount 'Somebody Somewhere' and its run on HBO with talk about its poignancy, grief, and trust of friendship (11:57). Then for more spoilers, it's a conversation on the the pacing, writing, and acting of the Apple TV+ series 'Silo,' where Adam questions if he should continue and why (34:33). To end the spoiler section, Blaine and Donovan quickly discuss the sixth and final season of 'What We Do in the Shadows' to set up its final episode next week (44:48). The show is partnered with Descript. For the link mentioned in the podcast, go to this site: https://get.descript.com/31mu8d2mia99 For more from the podcast and the entire Alabama Take family, visit it here: https://www.thealabamatake.com

    54 min
  3. 'Say Nothing' Challenges Good and Evil

    DEC 10

    'Say Nothing' Challenges Good and Evil

    This week, the hosts get to the back half of FX/Hulu's series 'Say Nothing.' For non-spoilers, they discuss the change in the show in tone and focus (0:55). For spoilers, talk about the specifics of the impact of the narrative's pacing, starting with episode six (5:10). The conversation also touches on the real-life implications of violence and the lingering effects of trauma on individuals and communities. If you are interested in Descript as mentioned in the show, the link to it is: https://get.descript.com/31mu8d2mia99 Visit The Alabama Take site for more: https://www.thealabamatake.com/

    42 min
  4. Is 'Shrinking'Good? Thanksgiving with 'Somebody, Somewhere.' More on 'Say Nothing'

    DEC 3

    Is 'Shrinking'Good? Thanksgiving with 'Somebody, Somewhere.' More on 'Say Nothing'

    This week's episode begins, as usual, with the non-spoiler section. First up, Adam returns and is eager to talk about 'Say Nothing' (0:07). They also talk about 'Shrinking' in the non-spoiler section (7:25). And then give a recommendation or not on the movie on Apple TV+ 'Blitz' (10:41). As the episode moves into spoilers, the crew discuss the vital Thanksgiving episode of 'Somebody, Somewhere' and how it hits hard (14:34) which leads them to give a special hello and hope for social media (24:14). Then it's the big question: is this season of 'Shrinking' any good (26:15)? After that, it's the complex interplay of historical drama and personal stories in the FX/Hulu series 'Say Nothing' and its first four episodes (36:31). For the links for Descript, click here: https://get.descript.com/31mu8d2mia99For more from The Alabama Take, click here: https://www.thealabamatake.com/

    49 min
  5. The IRA,Vampires, and Hope in 'Say Nothing,' 'What We Do In The Shadows,' and 'Somebody, Somewhere'

    NOV 26

    The IRA,Vampires, and Hope in 'Say Nothing,' 'What We Do In The Shadows,' and 'Somebody, Somewhere'

    This week's episode begins with some basics on Thanksgiving (0:03) before Blaine and Donovan welcome new listeners who may be from the Bluesky app (2:44). After that, they begin the non-spoiler section for judgements on the TV shows 'Say Nothing' on FX/Hulu which presents a grounded story on the Troubles in Ireland (3:23). Then they explain why 'What We Do In The Shadows' on FX/Hulu still works after six seasons (13:59) and the aspects of HBO's 'Somebody, Somewhere' that works so well (19:42). Blaine and Donovan then get into the spoilers with 'Say Nothing' and how it tackles the history of the Troubles in Northern Ireland in the first two episodes (22:01). They then shift to the specifics and spoilers of hilarity of 'What We Do In The Shadows,' where vampire life in Staten Island is more than immorality (38:23). Finally, for the most recent episodes from 'Somebody, Somewhere,' they talk about how it brings a unique style of realism (50:47). For more, visit https://www.thealabamatake.com

    59 min
  6. What Is Dad TV and Is That What 'Silo' Is? How Good Was 'The Penguin' In The End?

    NOV 19

    What Is Dad TV and Is That What 'Silo' Is? How Good Was 'The Penguin' In The End?

    Easily the best episode to date! This week on Taking It Down, Blaine, Adam, and Donovan start with the debacle of 'Paul vs. Tyson' on Netflix, which somehow results in what social media is of late (0:04). For the non-spoiler section that begins each episode, they shift into the premiere of the second season of the Apple TV+ serires 'Silo' and determine if it fits the mold of "Dad TV" (4:39). What is "Dad TV," anyway? Keeping things spoiler-free, they also give an overview of the HBO show 'The Penguin' now that it is finished (14:08). In the back half with spoilers, they discuss how 'Silo' and its themes are timely (18:38) and how 'The Penguin' became an elevated comic book story (34:35). Links referenced: https://www.scotttrouch.com https://www.thealabamatake.com For more from this podcast and from the podcast network, visit The Alabama Take's site. If you'd like to make a one-time donation to help the podcast and website, visit https://taking-it-down.captivate.fm/support Any donations are appreciated!

    59 min
  7. True Heartland and Big Emotions: 'Somebody, Somewhere' and 'My Old Ass'; Plus, 'Janet Planet' on Max

    NOV 12

    True Heartland and Big Emotions: 'Somebody, Somewhere' and 'My Old Ass'; Plus, 'Janet Planet' on Max

    The weekly TV podcast begins with Adam, Donovan, and Blaine revealing the listener survey results, which had surprises on what people like and how they watch TV (1:30). In the non-spoiler section of the podcast, they all determine that shows like 'Somebody, Somewhere' are great and have a pertinence in today's landscape (4:39). Blaine recounts generalized ideas about 'Janet Planet,' now streaming on Max (10:05). And Adam and Blaine give everyone a thumbs up on the Amazon Prime film 'My Old Ass' (11:20). In the spoilers, Blaine unpacks more about 'Janet Planet' (16:48) before they all unpack all the lovely ideas in 'My Old Ass' (20:29). Links referenced in this episode: scottrouch.com For more from the podcast and the host website, visit The Alabama Take. If you'd like to make a one-time donation to help the podcast and site, visit the link here: https://taking-it-down.captivate.fm/support

    43 min
  8. From Marvel to Mental Health: 'Agatha All Along' Finale and 'Shrinking' with T.D. Wood

    NOV 5

    From Marvel to Mental Health: 'Agatha All Along' Finale and 'Shrinking' with T.D. Wood

    This week, Blaine begins with an introduction for anyone listening on Election Day in the United States (0:01) before moving into non-spoiler thoughts on the Disney+ series 'Agatha All Along' (1:17). Its season finale coincided with Halloween, but did it have anything else going for besides fan service? Then host of 'Takin' On Sports,' TD Wood, joins the show where they discuss the evolving dynamics of college football broadcasting (5:22). TD shares his perspectives on how this shift enhances some, but not all, football. Then the two give non-spoiler thoughts on the Apple TV+ series 'Shrinking,' now in its second season (12:30). There is good and bad of the first three episodes of 'Shrinking' and its second season, and with spoilers, the hosts discuss what works and what may not, from acting to pacing to narrative (15:54). If you love what you hear, you can make a one time donation for the site and the podcast by clicking on the link here. For everything related to The Alabama Take, including writing and all of the podcast network, the home site is in the link here.

    37 min
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Streaming is scattered. What's worth watching? Taking It Down is intelligent Southern accents covering scattered TV, catered to thinkers in the working class. Recommendations first, insights and spoilers later. Watch TV from a different angle. Every Tuesday morning, editor-in-chief of The Alabama Take Blaine Duncan is joined by Adam Morrow, Donovan Reinwald, and others to recommend and analyze what's on TV and streaming. You've earned your time; know where to spend it.

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  • Channel
    The Alabama Take
  • Creator
    Blaine Duncan
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    225
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Blaine Duncan
  • Show Website
    Taking It Down

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