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Ep. 23 - Is 'The Boys' Bad Now Because of Woke?

In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek run down what’s going on in the world of TV and discuss the fourth episode of The Acolyte and the first three episodes of The Boys fourth season. Are fewer people watching House of the Dragon this year? Why did Jon Stewart leave Apple TV+ anyway? Are we excited about a film adaptation of Three-Body Problem? And has The Boys gotten too woke recently? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:* The Acolyte Ep 5 (Disney+)* The Boys Season 4 Ep 4 (Prime Video)Shownotes:* 00:02:30 - The Curse ending behind-the-scenes* 00:05:15 - House of the Dragon ratings* 00:15:50 - Jon Stewart’s exit from Apple TV+* 00:24:17 - Zhang Yimou’s Three-Body Problem movie* 00:30:00 - The Acolyte* Episode 4 - Day* 01:00:05 - The Boys* Episode 1 - Department of Dirty Tricks* Episode 2 - Life Among the Septics* Episode 3 - We’ll Keep the Red Flag Flying HereLinks:* Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio* Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay* Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube* Follow this podcast on Instagram* Follow this podcast on Tiktok* Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything* Follow David on Instagram* Follow David on Tiktok Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

Bonus Ep: Revisiting 'The Boys' Season 3 Finale

In this bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss the season 3 finale of The Boys. What worked so well about this season? How has the show evolved its politics over time? And why are we so excited for the final two seasons? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more. Links:* Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio* Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay* Follow this podcast on Instagram* Follow this podcast on Tiktok* Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything* Follow David on Instagram* Follow David on Tiktok Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

Ep. 22 - Why Netflix Keeps Getting Sued

In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek run down what’s going on in the world of TV and discuss the third episode of The Acolyte.Why does everyone keep suing Netflix? How has Jon Stewart’s return to late night gone so far? Are we excited about The Boys season 5 being its last? And is there going to be a Euphoria season 3 after all? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:* The Acolyte Ep 4 (Disney+)* The Boys Season 4 premiere Eps 1-3 (Prime Video)Shownotes:* 00:07:00 - Man on Fire and Starfleet Academy casting news* 00:16:00 - Jon Stewart will host live shows after debates* 00:19:20 - Fi0na Harv3y is suing Netflix* 00:31:40 - Casey Bloys teases upcoming WB slate* 00:39:30 - The Boys season 5 will be its last* 00:51:55 - The Acolyte* Episode 3 - Destiny* Dave’s Nitpick CornerLinks:* Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio* Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay* Follow this podcast on Instagram* Follow this podcast on Tiktok* Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything* Follow David on Instagram* Follow David on Tiktok Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

Bonus Ep: Dave Coulier, The Limited Series Emmy Category, The Jinx Part Two

In this bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss Dave Coulier’s upcoming medical drama, and whether the Limited Series category makes any sense at all. Then, David shares a few thoughts on the conclusion of The Jinx Part Two.Links:* Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio* Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay* Follow this podcast on Instagram* Follow this podcast on Tiktok* Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything* Follow David on Instagram* Follow David on Tiktok Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

Ep. 21 - Training with 'The Acolyte'

In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Patrick Klepek run down what’s going on in the world of TV and discuss the season premiere of The Acolyte.What do we make of the new price increases to Max? How has culture war stuff influenced writing about Star Wars? Why is Netflix still being so weird about the renewal of 3 Body Problem? And are we excited for a new series based on Like a Dragon: Yakuza? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:* The Acolyte Ep 3 (Disney+)* Bonus: The Boys Season 3 finale Shownotes:* 00:19:54 - Max Prices Going Up* 00:23:46 - Leslye Headland Hopes the Force Is With the Acolyte* 00:31:33 - 3 Body Problem Will Return for Seasons 2 and 3* 00:37:15 - Like a Dragon: Yakuza Live Action Series* 00:45:44 - The Acolyte* Episode 1 - Lost/Found* Episode 2 - Revenge/Justice* Dave’s Nitpick CornerLinks:* Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio* Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay* Follow this podcast on Instagram* Follow this podcast on Tiktok* Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything* Follow David on Instagram* Follow David on Tiktok Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.