
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.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 369 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns.
What do we make of the news that Marvel might be making TV shows after all? Is Gorilla Grodd really ... more
In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on season 3 of House of the Dragon.
What were our favorite and least favorite storylines this season? What’s the one place we never want the show to return to? And what was... more
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 HBO original series Lanterns and conclude their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
What do we make of the fact that Marvel won’t ... more
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 Hulu original series Furious and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
How much do we think Netflix paid Rockstar to ... more
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Two longtime TV critics deliver lively, opinionated recaps and analyses of current and upcoming TV series, blending spoiler-light episode breakdowns with broader industry context and streaming trends. Episodes frequently pair show-by-show discussions with debates about adaptation choices, pacing, and theme, often weaving in entertainment industry news, casting updates, and cross-show comparisons. Notable for strong chemistry between hosts, a willingness to challenge conventional takes, and a consistent focus on production quality and narrative craft across a wide slate of series.
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Recent guests on Decoding TV include:
1. Christie Boschman
2. Alex Biron
3. BJ Colangelo
4. Chris Klimek
5. Valentina Vee
6. Kit Lazer
7. Dan Gvozden
8. Christie Bosch
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