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 season premiere of Wonder Man and the latest episode of The Pitt.
What makes Wonder Man so extremely good? Should Alex Honnold have gotten paid more for his ascension of Taipei 101? Is CBS News going to get better by hiring more podcasters and bloggers? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
The Pitt Season 2 Episode 5 (HBO Max)
Fallout Season 2 Episode 8 (Prime Video)
Shownotes:
03:00 - TV News
Bluey was number one in streaming minutes for the year
Alex Honnold’s ‘Skyscraper Live’ Hits 6.2 Million Views on Netflix
Alex Honnold was paid less than $1MM
Ratings
‘Shrinking’ Renewed for Season 4 at Apple TV
Ted Lasso Season 4
Stephen Colbert Reveals Date of Final ‘Late Show’ Episode
Bari Weiss Unveils Sweeping Vision: “I Am Here to Make CBS News Fit for Purpose in the 21st Century”
46:00 - Wonder Man series premiere
1:09:45 - The Pitt Season 2
Episode 4 - 10:00 A.M.
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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 Pitt and Fallout.
What are our initial thoughts on Wonder Man and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? What’s going on with the FCC’s efforts to enforce equal time provisions? Will Netflix be the only entertainment company left standing? And how long will it take for CBS Evening News to get run into the ground? Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
The Pitt Season 2 Episode 4 (HBO Max)
Fallout Season 2 Episode 7 (Prime Video)
Wonder Man (however many episodes you want to, Disney+)
Shownotes:
03:45 - Initial thoughts on Wonder Man and Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
15:30 - TV News
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms pulls in 6.7mm viewers in first 3 days
The Abandons and Vince Staple Show both canceled
Netflix crosses 325 million subscribers
FCC Takes Aim at Political Interviews on Late-Night and Daytime Shows
A plethora of Bari Weiss profiles
49:30 - The Pitt Season 2
Episode 3 - 9:00 A.M.
1:26:00 - Fallout Season 2
Episode 6 - The Other Player
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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 Pitt and Fallout.
Are Tony Dokoupil’s CBS News ratings disastrous or merely bad? What’s the latest with Netflix’s attempted takeover of American culture? And what our big takeaways from George R. R. Martin’s recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter? Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
The Pitt Season 2 Episode 3 (HBO Max)
Fallout Season 2 Episode 6 (Prime Video)
Shownotes:
03:45 - TV News
Tony Dokoupil’s ratings are bad
Netflix switches to all-cash bid amid trump accusations of Cultural Takeover (and Ted’s response)
First Look: Sophie Turner as Lara Croft and Ryan Hurst cast as Kratos
Euphoria Season 3 Trailer and Release Date (April 12)
Prime Video’s new Fallout shelter reality series
Mr. and Mrs. Smith Season 2 is back on track
George RR Martin’s interview with THR
1:00:33 - The Pitt Season 2
Episode 2 - 8:00 A.M.
1:34:45 - Fallout Season 2
Episode 5 - The Wrangler
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In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David is joined by filmmaker and cinematographer Valentina Vee to discuss the first season of Heated Rivalry on HBO Max.

Why has this show become a phenomenon? Why are women “feral” for the show? And why is it significant to the LGBTQ+ community in Russia and around the world? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more.

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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 2 premiere of The Pitt and season 2 episode 4 of Fallout.
Was there a secret final episode of Stranger Things all along? How’s the new CBS Evening News broadcast going these days? And who do we think will win the very first Legacy Award Emmy? Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
The Pitt Season 2 Episode 2 (HBO Max)
Fallout Season 2 Episode 5 (Prime Video)
Shownotes:
03:04 - TV News
‘Stranger Things 5’ Becomes Netflix’s No. 9 Most Popular English-Language Series of All Time With 105.7 Million Views So Far
The Pitt renewed for Season 3
‘The Lowdown’ Renewed for Season 2 at FX and Hulu
Emmys announce Legacy Award
Tony Dokoupil’s ‘CBS Evening News’ Debut Included a Big Flub, but You Won’t See It on Streaming — Here’s Why
29:38 - Stranger Things season 5 finale discussion
Conformity Gate
46:15 The Pitt Season 2
Episode 1 - 7:00 A.M.
1:53:40 - Fallout Season 2
Episode 4 - The Demon in the Snow
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