Taking It Down
Blaine Duncan, TV AnalystEdifying TV discussion from the working class South. Every episode of Taking It Down starts spoiler free and moves into specifics for analysis after a break. It's a look at both the show and what lies underneath. Join hosts Blaine, Adam, and Donovan each Sunday evening. A part of The Alabama Take podcast family since 2019: the only working class TV podcast.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 295 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV ReviewsFilm InterviewsTV & Film | |||
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This week on the episode, host Blaine gives an introduction, overview, and a way for you to send in questions for the upcoming 300th episode by submitting anything here (0:03).
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In this week's episode, Blaine gives a welcome, overview, and announcement on how you can get involved for the upcoming 300th episode by sending in a question or comment (0:02).
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This week, after a quick overview and introduction (0:04), the hosts talk about the recent stats about the podcast, some of which are quite surprising for them (0:34). After that, the three preview 'Lanterns' and gauge their interests in the show (1:... more
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For a TV podcast, this one gets it right! Almost no chatter, some nonspoiler thoughts on a couple of shows, and then a breakdown of the shows later. It’s perfect for me to avoid spoilers until I catch up!
Apple Podcasts5OneTaker
United Statesa year ago - Taking it…
…up with taking it down. I watch what they watch and I sometimes think what they think. But often I don’t think what they think so I listen to their well considered opinions! Check out Taking It Down! Don’t take it up with me! Listen to them.
Apple Podcasts5Tim Hamilton the famous artistUnited Statesa year ago - Wow!
Such a great podcast!!! Amazing job Mr. Duncan!
Apple Podcasts5loaoalallaUnited States2 years ago - Great review of Netflix’s ‘Beef’.
Loved the nuance of this discussion. Always good to listen to after watching something so intense. Thanks for helping me unpack the series:-)
Apple Podcasts5Satisfied, more thanUnited States3 years ago - Done Up Real Good
These fellas sure know how to cut up while giving you in-depth thoughts on the TV shows and Movies they discuss. Honored to have been inducted into the Listener of the Week club.
Apple Podcasts5Td2koolUnited States4 years ago
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What is Taking It Down about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Edgy, spoiler-aware TV discussion from a working-class South vantage point, blending spoiler-free introductions with deep-dive analysis of text and subtext. Regulars tackle a mix of current prestige and streaming titles, debating performances, tone, pacing, and production choices while weaving in humor and fielding audience feedback. Notable strengths include tight, spoiler-aware structure that eases into richer post-episode analysis, a clear voice on class and media, and a knack for connecting shows to broader culture and craft.
Listeners likely gravitate toward thoughtful, culture-minded TV fans who appreciate frank, down-to-earth banter, ensemble discussion, and thoughtful critique of contemporary series across streaming and network off... more
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Taking It Down launched 7 years ago and published 295 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Taking It Down include:
1. Joshua Hamilton
2. Corey Hanna
3. T.D. Wood
4. Caleb Johnson
5. Ronnie Johnson
6. Lee Baines III
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