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27:51

The Institute (S01E01-02)

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2025/07/18

MGM+’s The Institute nabs teen prodigy Luke Ellis and places him in a hidden facility where kids with extraordinary powers are tested and enhanced. Part thriller, part YA sci-fi, we unpack the first two episodes of Stephen King's latest mystery. What happens to the kids who graduate to the back half? Why are the administrators so proudly evil? And what’s with the creepy dots? We also compare the show to favorites like Severance, Stranger Things, and Tower Prep. Tune in to hear our full though...

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28:26

Dexter: Resurrection (S01E01-02)

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2025/07/14

Dexter is back—again! Showtime's serial killer refuses to stay dead in Dexter: Resurrection, the third series revival following the original series and New Blood. Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter Morgan, freshly out of a 10-week coma, chasing down his wayward son Harrison through NYC, where serial killers and suspicious characters await at every corner. Featuring newcomers like Uma Thurman and Peter Dinklage, this season retcons a lot and embraces the crazy soul of the universe its set in. W...

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19:38

Nyaight of the Living Cat (PILOT)

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2025/07/11

Nyan Cat is back... well, not exactly. In this weird manga-adapted anime, we follow survivors of a catpocalypse, where a mysterious virus infecting feline friends has made it so that any interaction turns humans into cats. We join Kunagi and Kaoru as they attempt to escape hordes of whiskered predators, while also learning about their backstories working at a cat café. In the podcast, we compare the show to series like Exploding Kittens, Doctor Who, and Uzumaki, while asking the important que...

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31:08

Ironheart (Season 1)

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2025/07/07

Disney's MCU expands again with Ironheart. Dominique Thorne returns as Riri Williams, a teenage super-genius from Chicago who builds her own Iron Man-inspired suit after tragedy strikes close to home. In this podcast, we discuss the full first season (all 6 episodes), breaking down the storyline, standout performances, and intriguing themes of making deals with the devil. We also cover differences from the comic, share our thoughts on other characters (like Anthony Ramos as The Hood and Obadi...

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39:48

Squid Game (Season 3)

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2025/07/04

CGI babies, crazy ladies, lots of stabbing, sneaking, terrible English dubs, curious side stories, BTC bros, and lunchboxes... Netflix’s Squid Game returns for its third and final season, and we’re treated to one last round of deadly childhood games. With Seong Gi-hun (Player 456) emotionally broken, we follow survivors, saboteurs, shamans, and psychos. In this podcast, we break down all 6 episodes, highlight our top five moments as well as our five least favorite, and discuss the show's fina...

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25:02

Smoke (S01E01-02)

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2025/06/30

Smoke, Apple TV+’s latest crime drama from Dennis Lehane (Black Bird), pits arson specialist Dave Gudsen (Taron Egerton) and detective Michelle Calderone (Jurnee Smollett) against two arsonists terrorizing the fictional town of Umberland. Inspired by the Firebug podcast and true events, the show plays out as a mystery-thriller filled with twists that will leave you questioning who to trust. We evaluate the first two episodes, the performances, and the creative changes to the story of real-lif...

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25:30

Countdown (S01E01-03)

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2025/06/27

From The Boys to Countdown, Jensen Ackles loves being a throwback tough guy—and this time, he’s chasing a maniac in LA as part of a covert task force. Countdown is Prime Video’s latest procedural action-thriller. It’s got cartel missions, brain tumors, prison breaks, and a Chernobyl-level threat. In this podcast, we review the first three episodes—from the cast to the plot, pros, cons, and our comparisons (24, The Terminal List, and Lazarus). Tune in and welcome to Today’s Episode!

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42:28

We Were Liars (Season 1)

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2025/06/23

Based on the viral YA novel by E. Lockhart, Amazon Prime’s We Were Liars follows teenager Cadence Sinclair as she pieces together a lost summer on her family’s private island. In this podcast, we share our thoughts on the full first season, compare it to the novel, and unpack the emotional highs, lows, twists, and fake-outs. We also discuss comparable shows (from Outer Banks to Succession) and stand-out performances by Emily Alyn Lind, Esther McGregor, Felix Mallard, Rahul Kohli, and more. Tu...

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24:56

Hell Motel (S01E01-02)

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2025/06/20

Hell Motel, Shudder’s horror-comedy (that may or may not secretly just be Slasher season 5), throws a group of influencers, spiritualists, and horror obsessives into the grand reopening of The Cold River Motel—the same place a gruesome slaughter took place 30 years earlier. In the first couple of episodes, we get to know the next set of victims, uncover the identity of the original killers, witness the first gory deaths, and learn about a potentially supernatural cult figure lurking in the sh...

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27:48

Revival (PILOT)

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2025/06/16

When the small town of Wausau, Wisconsin is suddenly overrun by the recently deceased, the last job you'd want is as a local law enforcement officer. But that’s exactly where Syfy’s Revival begins—following officer Dana Cypress and her sister Em as they navigate family tensions, supernatural regeneration, and the investigation of a dead horse. It doesn't have the fast pace feel of Z Nation or early TWT, but the popular premise has found solid footing before—Glitch, The 4400, The Returned, etc...

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24:19

Phineas and Ferb (S05E01-02)

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2025/06/13

Phineas and Ferb are back! Disney’s hit animated series returns nearly a decade after its finale with a brand-new Season 5. We break down Season 5’s premiere segments—“Summer Block Buster / Cloudy with a Chance of Mom” and “Submarine Sandwich Submarine / License to Bust.” If you grew up with wondering if your pet was secretly like Perry the Platypus, this one’s for you. We cover what’s new, returning voices, what’s changed, and whether this revival hits its mark. Plus: trivia, cameos, and a q...

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20:28

Stick (S01E01-03)

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2025/06/09

Apple TV+’s Stick stars Owen Wilson as a washed-up pro golfer who stumbles across a teen prodigy named Santi at the driving range and decides to make a comeback—as a coach. We cover the premiere arc of this road-trip sports dramedy, from emotional baggage to Marc Maron in a motorhome. If you liked Shrinking, Better Call Saul, or Ted Lasso, tune in to hear how Stick compares, and whether it’s worth your time. Welcome to Today's Episode!

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23:28

Dept. Q (PILOT)

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2025/06/06

Dept. Q arrived on Netflix May 29th. Based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s bestseller The Keeper of Lost Causes, the show is set in Edinburgh rather than Copenhagen, following Carl Mørck and his new partner Akram as they reopen the mysterious disappearance of Merritt Lingard. We compare the show to the book, highlight what’s new, give our thoughts on the characters, and weigh in on the series premiere. Welcome to Today's Episode!

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33:02

The Better Sister (Season 1)

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2025/06/02

Amazon’s The Better Sister adapts Alafair Burke’s novel into an eight-episode whodunnit about two estranged sisters, one dead husband, and a teenage son caught in the middle. Starring Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks, this crime drama delivers a mystery full of lies, betrayal, and family dysfunction. Having read the book, we cover the full season plot, our pros and cons, production facts, and comparisons—as well as give our ultimate rating. Tune in and enjoy! Welcome to Today’s Episode!

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23:10

The Librarians: The Next Chapter (PILOT)

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2025/05/30

The Librarians are back with The Next Chapter on TNT. The show introduces a time-traveling swashbuckler, a new team of geniuses, and a monster-of-the-week demon called a Drekavac. Set in Belgrade (despite the cast’s fluent English), this fantasy adventure keeps the spirit of the original series and films alive, literally featuring the return of Jacob (Christian Kane). We break down the premiere episode, “And the Deadly Drekavac,” talk about the showrunners mission to get this made, the pros a...

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26:25

Duster (S01E01-02)

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2025/05/26

Duster, the 1970s-set crime dramedy from LaToya Morgan and J.J. Abrams, has landed on Max with its first two episodes—“Baltimore Changes Everything” and “Suspicious Minds.” The show follows getaway driver Jim (Josh Holloway) and FBI agent Nina (Rachel Hilson) as they team up to take down an Arizona crime syndicate run by Ezra Saxton (Keith David). In this podcast, we dig into the heists, needle drops, and historical accuracy—or lack thereof. We talk performances, trivia, and cliffhangers, and...

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22:57

Sirens (PILOT)

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2025/05/23

Netflix has dropped Sirens, a five-episode dramedy adapted from Molly Smith Metzler’s 2011 play Elemeno Pea. In the premiere episode, “Exile,” two estranged sisters—Devon (Meghann Fahy), a Buffalo falafel server, and Simone (Milly Alcock), personal assistant to billionaire Michaela Kell (Julianne Moore)—reunite on a private island after their father's Alzheimer's diagnosis. We break down what the series adds to the original play, how it compares to other affluent lifestyle shows, the cast, pr...

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29:26

Murderbot (S01E01-02)

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2025/05/19

We’ve just powered through the premiere of Murderbot on Apple TV+, covering Episodes 1 (“FreeCommerce”) and 2 (“Eye Contact”). Adapted from Martha Wells’ hit novellas, the show follows a socially anxious, soap-opera-obsessed cyborg—played by a Skarsgård (not IT)—who’s stuck babysitting a team of well-meaning scientists. Naturally, giant alien centipedes, “accidental” malfunctions, and a few too many near-death mishaps prove these researchers are in way over their heads. If you like survival s...

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25:44

The Rookie (S07E18)

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2025/05/16

ABC’s The Rookie Season 7 has reached its conclusion. The name of the episode is "The Good, The Bad, and The Oscar." John Nolan faces off against his long-time nemesis Oscar Hutchinson, Lucy earns her sergeant stripes, Tim pops a big question, and the precinct juggles everything from an AI‑catfish bank heist to a bungled Tinder‑date kidnapping. We break down the finale, recap the four main storylines, share some trivia, and compare it to other cop comedies before landing on our final rating. ...

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34:22

The Eternaut (Season 1)

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2025/05/12

The Eternaut is Netflix’s six‑episode Argentine sci‑fi epic about toxic alien snow, mind‑controlled neighbors, and a desperate father on a mission to find his daughter, Clara. We recap Juan’s survival tactics, PTSD flashbacks, and how the show compares with the original comic. Along the way, we discuss similarities to shows like The Last of Us, Fallout, Silo, and The Walking Dead... We also play a trivia game, go into some of the production notes available, and give our formal rating! Tune in...

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