
Reviews and opinions from a trio of TV obsessives on a variety of the week’s biggest shows. Expect hot takes, bad jokes and people who have spent far too much time in front of the TV. Read more from the team on thecustardtv.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 600 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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25 years ago, Channel 4 went all in with the second series of their social experiment reality series Big Brother. Following on from the Nasty Nick scandal and Vanessa Feltz having a slight breakdown during the first celebrity edition of the show, the... more
Luke returns to join Matt and Dawn to review four new shows available on various platforms this week.
Firstly, Russell T Davies is back with an original drama about modern society called Tip Toe. The series features career-best performances from Ala... more
Mo Walker joins Matt and Dawn to review four new shows available to watch this week.
First, The Burroughs from Netflix, which functions almost as an elderly version of Stranger Things set inside a retirement community, led by performances from Alfre... more
Matt and Dawn reunite with Dawn's Maid for TV co-host Sarah to review four shows available to watch this week. Firstly, the brilliantly camp Jilly Cooper-inspired show Rivals is back for its second series. Next, Jack Thorne of Adolescence fame is bac... more
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My go to podcast for television. Absolutely love the hosts. It is like talking to my friends about telly.
I love listening to this but was a bit shocked how sexist the older original episodes were!! Really old fashioned views but I suppose the podcast has been going a while. Sometimes I feel that element is still there and the humour is a bit childish. I wish the spoilers weren’t quite as detailed also as they do tend to recap the entire plot from start to finish which seems unnecessary. But I still enjoy it immensely.
Why is Luke always quiet and Matt and the guest much louder? Sort the audio levels out, please.
I do enjoy this podcast as someone who is always looking for tv recommendations! The variety of shows reviewed is good, with something for everyone. My only issue is that the volume is quite inconsistent throughout.
I work in TV, so I thought I’d give this podcast a listen. It really is poor critical analysis of TV programmes, with little to no insight. It’s so muddled with no understanding of the wider TV landscape, and even basic cultural and film references are lacking. There’s nothing worse than listening to a bunch of geeks who think they are funny and attempt to opine on subjects, when they patently don’t have the wit. If you’re after TV reviews, with a sharp and informative analysis, I’d recommend yo... more
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A witty UK-based panel discusses current TV across streaming and broadcast, balancing enthusiastic reviews with sharp banter. Episodes cover a mix of drama, comedy and international favorites, with frequent side conversations, quizzes, and personal anecdotes that give the show a warm, conversational vibe. Notable traits include long-running weekly format, a strong emphasis on character-driven storytelling, and a willingness to debate production choices and pacing while weaving in industry context. This blend makes it attractive for listeners who want quick recommendations, deep-dives on favorites, and a light, relatable take on week's television news and premieres.
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