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This episode of Decoding TV is brought to you by McDonald's, proudly serving communities since 1965. McDonald’s. I’m lovin’ it.In this episode of Decoding TV, David Chen and Roxana Hadadi recap and discuss season 2 episode 2 of The White Lotus, “Italian Dream.”This episode continues to set up the dynamics between these characters, with some tantalizing clues as to what lies ahead. How are Harper and Ethan really doing? Is Cam’s anger really under control? Will Dominic ever overcome his demons? Listen to hear us discuss and speculate!Links:Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)comRead Roxana’s work on VultureFollow Roxana on TwitterFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David Chen on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding TV is kicking off our coverage of The Crown today! In this episode, David Chen and his wife @joyonapping offer their overall thoughts on the show, why it continues to be compelling after all these years, and what the next seasons might have in store.Programming Note: While Decoding TV will cover Season 5 of The Crown, we’re still working out the details of our coverage. At the very least, we can promise there will be one more Decoding TV podcast episode discussing season 5 but we may or may not have weekly coverage given that the show will be released binge-style on Netflix beginning November 9th. Stay tuned to Decoding TV for more details.The Crown is returning to Netflix on November 9th for its fifth and penultimate season. Its last season drew attention for its depiction of Princess Diana and her marriage to Charles - an event that even many millennials such as myself remember in their lifetimes. Season five promises to begin following that story to its horrifying conclusion (the show currently plans to end with season six).The production of The Crown is estimated to cost over $100 million per season, making it one of the most expensive TV shows ever made. It’s also one of the most critically acclaimed: The Crown has been nominated for hundreds of awards since its premiere in 2017, including Outstanding Drama Series at the Emmys and Best Television Drama at the Golden Globes. In 2021, it won all seven drama categories at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards, becoming the first show to ever do so. Listen to this episode to hear David and Joy discuss where we left off with every plotline from season four and what topics we think season five will probably tackle.Links:Follow @joyonapping on TwitterSubscribe to David Chen’s new newsletter, Decoding Everything Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welp, it’s official: Westworld has been cancelled. Once one of HBO’s biggest tentpole shows, Westworld has seen its popularity and viewership erode over time.In this bonus episode, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha discuss their feelings about this news and the legacy that Westworld leaves behind.Links:HBO Cancels WestworldWhy HBO Cancelled WestworldEveryone from Westworld is getting paid anywayFollow Siddhant on TwitterRead Siddhant’s work on IGNFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Decoding TV is brought to you by McDonald's, proudly serving communities since 1965. McDonald’s. I’m lovin’ it.David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 9 of Andor, “Nobody’s Listening!,” now streaming on Disney+.How does a show like Andor tackle depictions of torture? How well does the show deal with Kino Loy’s personal journey? Is Mon Mothma ever going to get on board with this whole Rebellion thing? Also: The Keero ship finally gets its day. All this and more on this episode of ~Decoding TV!You can always email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Links:Follow Decoding TV:On YouTubeOn TwitterOn TiktokFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Decoding TV is brought to you by McDonald's, proudly serving communities since 1965. McDonald’s. I’m lovin’ it.A new season begins at The White Lotus in Sicily! And here on Decoding TV, David Chen and Roxana Hadadi try to figure out where exactly this show might be headed.In the season 2 premiere, “Ciao,” we meet, Harper (Aubrey Plaza) and Ethan (Will Sharpe), along with Daphne (Meghann Fahy) and Cameron (Theo James) who are away on a vacation together. Tanya (Jennifer Coolidge) and her assistant Portia (Haley Lu Richardson) try to navigate a fraught situation with Greg (Jon Gries). Dominic (Michael Imperioli), his father Bert (F. Murray Abraham), and his son Albie (Adam DiMarco) try their best to get along. And hotel manager Valentina (Sabrina Impacciatore) tries to keep locals Mia (Beatrice Grannò) and Lucia (Simona Tabasco) at bay. Listen to hear our thoughts on the episode!Links:Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)comRead Roxana’s work on VultureFollow Roxana on TwitterFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David Chen on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a paid member at DecodingTv.comDavid Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 8 of Andor, “Narkina 5,” now streaming on Disney+.Unexpected developments put Andor in an untenable situation. Will Cassian get back to Maarva while he still can? Will Meero figure out who Axis truly is? Can Bix survive the most recent incursion? Also: we get a weekly #Karntent check in. All this and more on this week’s episode of Decoding TV covering Andor!You can always email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Links:Follow Decoding TV:On YouTubeOn TwitterOn TiktokFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second season of The White Lotus will debut on October 30 on HBO and run for 7 episodes, and I’m thrilled to share that Decoding TV will be recapping and reviewing each episode. Furthermore, I’m excited to announce that my co-host will be Roxana Hadadi, a TV critic at Vulture.com and one of my favorite writers on the internet today. In this episode of Decoding TV, we discuss season 1 of The White Lotus, with a particular focus on its finale. Where did we leave off with each of these characters? What was this show trying to say about wealth and privilege, and how effectively did it say it? And what about that whole murder mystery plot? Listen to hear our thoughts on all of the above!Links:Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)comRead Roxana’s review of The White Lotus Season 1Read Roxana’s work on VultureFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow Roxana on TwitterFollow David Chen on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 7 of Andor, “Announcement,” now streaming on Disney+.This week is a transitional episode as all of our characters react to the major developments from last week. Where do we see Andor’s arc going in this show? How will Karn, Cinta, and Vel play into it? What does the Imperial Security Bureau have to do with Google Messaging apps? And most importantly: What should we call the Karn/Meero ship? Keero? Marn? Listen to hear our theories and wild speculations!You can always email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Links:Follow Decoding TV:On YouTubeOn TwitterOn TiktokFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the eighth episode of the first season of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘Alloyed.’In the season 1 finale, several major twists are revealed with one major headfake thrown in for good measure. But how well did the show earn them? Where do things stand at the end of season 1 for our major characters? What plot threads are we looking forward to for season 2? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Also: starting at 1:38:00, we dive into full book spoilers for a bit! Enjoy.Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn TwitchOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk joins David and Siddhant Adlakha to dive into the season 1 finale of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law.The finale upends where we think this show is going, while providing some amusing meta-commentary about how Marvel shows are put together in general. But taken as a whole, does this season all add up to anything meaningful? Listen to hear our thoughts!Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow Dan Gvozden on TwitterListen to Dan Gvozden’s podcast “The Amazing Spider-Talk”Follow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 6 of Andor, “The Eye,” now streaming on Disney+.The heist is afoot and it is spectacular! Andor and crew invade the garrison at Aldhani. But who will live? Who will die? And will anything be done to subvert our expectations for what heists can be? Listen to hear our theories and wild speculations!Links:Follow Decoding TV:On YouTubeOn TwitterOn TiktokFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a Decoding TV Halloween bonus episode! Ashley Esqueda joins David Chen to discuss Michael Giacchino’s Werewolf by Night, now streaming on Disney Plus. In the movie, Gael Garcia Bernal plays Jack, a man who attends a gathering of monster hunters in pursuit of a powerful artifact called the Bloodstone, only to find that the night has surprises for them all.In what ways does Werewolf by Night connect to the MCU? How does Giacchino fare as a first-time feature director? Do we want to see more of these “Marvel Special Presentations” in the future? Listen and find out!Links:Slashfilm: An Ode to Marvel’s Man-ThingSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow Decoding TV on TwitterFollow Ashley Esqueda on TwitterFollow David Chen on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a paid member at DecodingTV.comDavid Chen and Don Marshall discuss the seventh episode of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘The Eye.’Who survived the events of last episode? Are we eventually going to learn who The Stranger is? Also, did Galadriel just have a husband this whole time?? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn TwitchOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk subs in for David Chen and joins Siddhant Adlakha in diving into Charles Soule and Javier Pullido’s run of She-Hulk - one of the inspirations behind She-Hulk: Attorney At Law and a glimpse into where the show could head in a future season.Then, starting at 18:30, the two discuss the eighth episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “Ribbit and Rip It.” Jen trades blows and kisses with Matt Murdoch, aka Daredevil, grounds Leap Frog, and sees her world come crashing down around her at the hands of the Hulk King.Next week: David Chen returns for the finale and a discussion of the season as a whole.Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow Dan Gvozden on TwitterListen to Dan Gvozden’s podcast “The Amazing Spider-Talk”Follow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 5 of Andor, “The Axe Forgets,” now streaming on Disney+.Another heist setup episode lets us get to know the characters from Vel’s crew and understand their motivations. But who will survive next episode? What will (inevitably) go wrong? Will we ever see a Mon Mothma dinner party? And how is Karn going to fit into any of this? Listen to hear our theories and wild speculations!Links:Watch/subscribe to the YouTube version of this podcastFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a paid member at DecodingTV.com!David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the sixth episode of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘Udun.’ A visually spectacular and intense episode that begins tying up many of the plotlines introduced earlier this season.Is this The Rings of Power’s first “hard R” episode? What are the homages to Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings? Who lives and who dies at the end of this thing? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn TwitchOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk subs in for David Chen and joins Siddhant Adlakha in diving into Dan Slott’s run of She-Hulk - arguably the biggest inspiration for She-Hulk: Attorney At Law.Then, starting at around 23:14, the two discuss the seventh episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “The Retreat.” Jen visits Emil Blonsky’s retreat, but how effectively does it help her find herself?Next week: Our opening topic will be Charles Soule and Javier Puilido’s run of She-Hulk.Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow Dan Gvozden on TwitterListen to Dan Gvozden’s podcast “The Amazing Spider-Talk”Follow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a member of DecodingTv.com!David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into season 1 episode 4 of Andor, “Aldhani,” now streaming on Disney+.When does Andor take place in the Star Wars timeline? Is Cassian the Waingro of Vel’s crew? What is the ultimate fate of Blevins? And how do you pronounce Coruscant anyway? Listen to find out!Links:Learn more about the Star Wars timelineWatch/subscribe to the YouTube version of this podcastFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the fifth episode of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘Partings.’ This episode, Galadriel needs to convince Númenor to sail into battle…again?Why does Gil-galad kinda look down on Elrond? And what is the nature of Elrond’s oath to Durin? Who is The Stranger? When exactly is all the Southlands stuff taking place? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Links:For quality written recaps and reviews about The Rings of Power and many other shows, check out the Episodic Medium newsletter.Learn about how the Hobbits wore Don’s merch Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn TwitchOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Siddhant start by discussing Netflix’s Daredevil. Why does that show seem to still capture the popular imagination when it comes to Marvel properties? What did it do that no other MCU show has been able to? And where is Matt Murdock now?Then, starting at around 31:52, the two dive into sixth episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “Just Jen.” An inconveniently-timed, self-contained wedding episode!Next week: Our opening topic will be Dan Slott’s first 6 issues of Single Green Female, featuring Dan Gvozden.Links:Amazon link for Dan Slott’s Single Green FemaleSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this show and get ad-free/bonus episodes by becoming a paid member at DecodingTV.com!David Chen and Patrick Willems dive into the first three episodes of Andor, now streaming on Disney+.How and why does Andor feel different than any other Star Wars show out there? How will the rest of the show be structured? What arc for Cassian Andor is the show sketching out? Is Syril Karn an irredeemable villain or a sympathetic middle manager? Listen to find out!Links:For quality written content about Andor and many other shows, check out the Episodic Medium newsletter.Watch/subscribe to the YouTube version of this podcastTony Gilroy’s NYTimes interviewRolling Stone article about AndorFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a paid member at DecodingTV.com!We are thrilled to welcome Patrick H. Willems to the Decoding TV podcast! Willems is a filmmaker, cultural commentator, and one of my favorite video essayists on the internet. I’ve enjoyed conversing with Patrick for years on YouTube and on podcasts but I’m so thrilled to be able to cover a TV show with him on Decoding TV.In this inaugural episode kicking off our Andor coverage, we discuss the troubled history of Rogue One, where the movie shows clear signs of behind-the-scenes turmoil, and what we still really like about the movie. Andor premieres Wednesday, September 21. Our plan is for our Andor coverage to release by Thursday nights. As always, paid members will get episodes earlier and get any bonus episodes we record during the show’s run. Thanks so much for your support!Links:Watch/subscribe to the YouTube version of this podcastTony Gilroy’s interview with Brian KoppelmanFollow Patrick H. WillemsOn YouTubeOn TwitterOn PatreonFollow David ChenOn TwitterOn InstagramOn Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a paid member of DecodingTV.com!David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the fourth episode of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘The Great Wave.’ This episode, Galadriel tries to convince the city of Númenor to join in her fight. But will they be fighting for the right purpose?Adar reveals himself, but what are his broader goals? What is calling out for Isildur? When exactly is all the Southlands stuff taking place? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Links:For quality written recaps and reviews about The Rings of Power and many other shows, check out the Episodic Medium newsletter.Read about the making of the Rings of Power title sequenceSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on TiktokFollow this podcast on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a member of DecodingTV.com!In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Siddhant start by some of the D23 news that was announced last week, including the return of a Hulk-related character that none of us saw coming.Then, starting at 18:00, the two dive into third episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “Mean, Green, and Straight Poured Into These Jeans.” While this was a fun episode, it sure seems like something has gone awry with the timeline and pacing of this show!Next week: Our opening topic will be the Netflix version of Daredevil (played by Charlie Cox) and what the legacy of the character is as we head into the sixth episode of She-Hulk.Links:Read Matt Singer’s article about She-Hulk and the real worldSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast and get ad-free episodes and bonus episode by becoming a paid member of DecodingTV.com.Last week, a number of high-profile actors who’ve previously appeared in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring trilogy made social posts while wearing T-shirts from Don Marshall’s online merch store. The shirts displayed the words “You Are All Welcome Here” in Elvish (translation by @WizardWayKris).In this bonus episode, I asked Don what it was like to experience this entire series of events. Read Don’s recap of the events here.After you’re done listening, consider following these wonderful online creators:@OnlyAnnaMaria@AnexWilson@KnewBettaDoBetta@BlackPNWLady@FreddiesRoommate@EbonyWarriorStudiosFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn TwitchOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David:Subscribe to a Cast of KingsSubscribe to The FilmcastOn TwitterOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a member of DecodingTV.com!David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the third episode of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘Adar.’ This episode, we travel to the land of Númenor and events are set in motion that will likely inform the rest of the season and beyond.Who is this Adar the orcs keep talking about? Who might Halbrand be, really? What’s up with all the slow-motion horse riding? For answers and speculations that address these questions (and many more), listen to the episode!Links:Subscribe to this show on YouTubeFollow this show on TiktokFollow this show on TwitterFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn InstagramOn PatreonFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a member of DecodingTV.com!In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Siddhant start by discussing Ang Lee’s 2003 film Hulk. People don’t really talk about this film that much anymore, and it was widely regarded as a disappointment at the time of its release, but does it deserve its reputation?Then, starting at 33:35, the two dive into third episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “Is This Not Real Magic?” which gives us what we all want: more Wong.Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Chen and Don Marshall discuss the first two episodes of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: ‘Shadow of the Past’ and ‘Adrift.’Who exactly is Morgoth? Is Valinor basically like Elf Heaven? What’s the difference between a Harfoot and a Hobbit? What was the glowing blue stuff in that case that the dwarves open? Who is the Stranger? For answers and speculations about these questions (and much more), listen to the episode!Links:Watch our Rings of Power preview episodeSubscribe to this show on YouTubeFollow this show on TiktokFollow this show on TwitterFollow David Chen:On TwitterOn TiktokOn InstagramFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn InstagramOn Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast by becoming a member of DecodingTV.com!In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Siddhant start by discussing The Sensational She-Hulk by John Byrne Vol. 1. What makes She-Hulk stand out as a character from the rest of The Avengers?Then, starting at 23:00, the two dive into third episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “The People vs. Emil Blonsky,” which reveals just how much Blonsky has changed since the events of The Incredible Hulk.Next week: Our main topic will be Ang Lee’s 2003 film Hulk. See you then!Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m pleased to announce that Don Marshall will be joining me as my new co-host on the Decoding TV podcast to recap The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power! Don regularly shares his knowledge of Middle Earth with his 580K+ Tiktok followers and I’m so thrilled that he’ll be providing his expertise with us for this momentous show.In this episode, Don and I discuss how he came to love Lord of the Rings, why the show is a big deal for Amazon (and why it will probably be a big deal for pop culture), and what you as a viewer can do to get ready for the show. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power debuts this Thursday on Prime Video, with subsequent episodes being released on Fridays.Our Rings of Power recaps will be released on the Decoding TV feed on Saturdays. Decoding TV will continue to cover She-Hulk: Attorney At Law (and hopefully other shows in the future!). As usual, becoming a paid member of DecodingTV.com means you get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes of the podcast.Links:Subscribe to the FREE version of the Decoding TV podcastSubscribe to this show on YouTubeFollow this show on TiktokFollow Don Marshall:On TiktokOn InstagramOn Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Siddhant kick things off by reviewing the 2008 sci-fi action film The Incredible Hulk, directed by Louis Leterrier. The Incredible Hulk was one of the first Marvel films of modern times, but it remains largely forgotten. Is it, in fact, an underrated gem? Listen to find out!Then, starting at 42:15, the two dive into second episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, “Superhuman Law,” which establishes the stakes for the rest of the series and also happens to feature a prominent character from The Incredible Hulk.Next week: Our main topic will be Sensational She-Hulk by John Byrne Vol. 1! Buy it on Amazon here.inks:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support this podcast at DecodingTV.com!Welcome to a new era of Decoding TV! We appreciate that you’re still here and giving us a try as we cover a new show: She-Hulk: Attorney At Law on Disney+.Our goal will be to have at least one topic at the top of each episode that might be interesting even to those of you who aren’t watching She-Hulk along with us. In this episode, David and Siddhant discuss the history of MCU TV shows: How have they been, quality-wise, and what is their function in the MCUniverse?Then, starting at 26:00, the two dive into the season premiere of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law.Links:Subscribe to this podcast on YouTubeOscar Isaac’s Cheetoh chopsticksFollow David on TwitterFollow Siddhant on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode, David and his wife (@joyonapping on Twitter) discuss the series finale of Better Call Saul, "Saul Gone."Support this podcast at http://www.decodingtv.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Siddhant discuss season 4 episode 8 of Westworld, "Que Será, Será" Decoding Westworld is becoming Decoding TV! It'll be on the same podcast feed, so no need to re-subscribe.Support this podcast at DecodingTV.com and get bonus episodes, ad-free episodes for Decoding TV and A Cast of Kings. We'll be back next week with a recap of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law!Shownotes:Follow Decoding TV on TwitterFollow Decoding TV on YouTubeRead Siddhant's interview with Jeffrey WrightFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT THIS WEEK: Decoding Westworld will soon become Decoding TV! Decoding TV will stay on this same podcast feed so no need to re-subscribe, but our name will change soon, as will what we're covering.Also: In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 7 of Westworld, "Metanoia."You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Follow Decoding TV on TwitterFollow Decoding TV on YouTubeRead Siddhant's review of I Love My DadWatch David's breakdown of the Warner Bros Discovery situationFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 6 of Westworld, "Fidelity."You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Read Siddhant's review of Shin UltramanSubscribe to A Cast of KingsFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 5 of Westworld, "Zhuangzi." You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Read Siddhant's review of NopeSubscribe to A Cast of KingsFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 4 of Westworld, "Generation Loss." You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Read Siddhant's review of The Gray ManSubscribe to A Cast of KingsFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 3 of Westworld, "Années Folles." You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Thor's Journey to the Big ScreenSubscribe to the Culturally Relevant podcastFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 2 of Westworld, "Well Enough Alone."You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Read Siddhant's profile of Zee5Subscribe to the Culturally Relevant podcastFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode, David and Siddhant reflect on the greatness of Ariana DeBose, talk about New York's depiction in Westworld, and run down their favorite NPCs. Get more of these bonus episodes at http://patreon.com/davechenYou can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageLinks:Follow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Westworld is back! In this episode of Decoding Westworld, David Chen and Siddhant Adlakha recap season 4 episode 1 of Westworld, "The Auguries." You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Read Siddhant's review of West Side StoryListen to David's interview with Elizabeth WilliamsonFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David welcomes writer and critic Siddhant Adlakha to the podcast! The two reflect on the highs and lows of the series, what they thought of season 3, and speculate on what season 4 might look like.You can always email this podcast at decodingwestworld(AT)gmail(DOT)comSupport this podcast via David Chen's Patreon pageShownotes:Check out Siddhant's recaps of Ms. Marvel over at VultureFollow Siddhant on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The Filmcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Joanna discuss the future of the Decoding Westworld podcast. This season, you can find Joanna discussing Westworld over on The Ringer's Prestige TV podcast feed.Links:Follow Joanna on TwitterFollow David on TwitterCheck out The Ringer's Prestige TV podcast feed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss the season three finale, "Crisis Theory."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld this season! You can keep in touch by listening/subscribing/following our other work below. Shownotes:Subscribe to our new podcast, Truth vs. Hollywood!Follow Joanna on TwitterFollow David on TwitterSubscribe to Joanna's other podcasts: Still Watching, Little Gold Men, and The StormSubscribe to David's other podcasts: Culturally Relevant and The SlashfilmcastSubscribe to David's newsletter How to dress for the surveillance age Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss the season three, episode seven, "Passed Pawn."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld. Have your own crackpot theory? Want to leave us feedback in general? Get in touch with us at decodingwestworld(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks!Shownotes:Westworld Renewed for Season 4 in THRHow Bong Joon-ho Recycles Movie Moments in InsiderKim Renfro's Westworld timelineThe problem with YouTube algorithmsWatch Season 1-2 recap videos: Screencrush, Cinematica, Screen Junkies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss the season three, episode six, "Decoherence."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld. Have your own crackpot theory? Want to leave us feedback in general? Get in touch with us at decodingwestworld(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks!Shownotes:Kim Renfro's Westworld timelineThe problem with YouTube algorithmsWatch Season 1-2 recap videos: Screencrush, Cinematica, Screen JunkiesJoanna’s guess is "Hanaryo" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss the season three, episode five, "Genre."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld. Have your own crackpot theory? Want to leave us feedback in general? Get in touch with us at decodingwestworld(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks!Shownotes:Kim Renfro's Westworld timelineThe problem with YouTube algorithmsWatch Season 1-2 recap videos: Screencrush, Cinematica, Screen Junkies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss the season three, episode four, "The Mother of Exiles."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld. Have your own crackpot theory? Want to leave us feedback in general? Get in touch with us at decodingwestworld(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks!Shownotes:Kim Renfro's Westworld timelineThe problem with YouTube algorithmsWatch Season 1-2 recap videos: Screencrush, Cinematica, Screen Junkies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decoding Westworld is a weekly podcast recapping the HBO original series Westworld. In this episode, Joanna and David discuss season three, episode three, "The Absence of Field."Thanks for listening to this season of Decoding Westworld. Have your own crackpot theory? Want to leave us feedback in general? Get in touch with us at decodingwestworld(at)gmail(dot)com. Thanks!Shownotes:Kim Renfro's Westworld timelineThe problem with YouTube algorithmsWatch Season 1-2 recap videos: Screencrush, Cinematica, Screen Junkies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.