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Cordkillers 533: Venu Is Off the Menu Jan 14, 2025

Show notes

Disney, Fox, and Warner scrap the Venu service, while The Last of Us Season 2 premieres in April, and Netflix tops UK TV rankings.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Good Place (101 - "Everything Is Fine")

Next week: The Good Place (113 - "Michael's Gambit")

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Supply Run

Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery cancel Venu sports streaming service

Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery call off plans to launch Venu sports streaming service (CNBC)

• Disney’s joint venture with Fubo led to Fubo dropping a lawsuit against Venu.

• The companies decided to focus on existing products, potentially avoiding continued antitrust challenges.

Search Party

What to Watch

• The Last of Us Season 2 trailer: Premiering April on Max.

Watch the teaser (Deadline)

• “My Melody & Kuromi” stop-motion series: Sanrio’s characters debut on Netflix this July.

Buried Treasure

Brian: Silo

Tom: News channels like KCAL and KTLA

Scanning the Horizon

• SpinCo announces Val Boreland as head of entertainment programming:

Details on Deadline

• Comcast launches “universal ads” platform: Advertisers can buy ads across multiple networks.

Chatter

Listener Message:

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Cordkillers 532 - Live from CES Jan 07, 2025

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/q2m2GMVOIBQ

Supply Run

Disney strikes a major deal to merge Hulu Live TV with Fubo, resolving its antitrust dispute with Fubo over the delayed sports streaming service, Venu. This merger will create a new joint venture, with Fubo’s CEO leading Hulu Live. Meanwhile, Disney will lend financial support to keep Fubo afloat until the deal closes in 12–18 months. Read on Variety | Read on TechCrunch

Buried Treasure

Brian highlights Silo and The Penguin as standout picks, while Tom recommends Blossom on Viki. Got something for us? Email cordkillers@gmail.com!

Scanning the Horizon

CES 2025 unveils cutting-edge TV innovations:

• LG debuts its G5 TV lineup with AI integration and 165 Hz refresh rates.

• Samsung enhances VisionAI, bringing features like Auto HDR Remastering and food recognition for on-screen recipes.

• TiVo’s TV OS expands to the US, offering customization without heavy ad commitments.

Chatter

Listener feedback sparks discussion on Sonic 3’s story arc and Jim Carrey’s potential return as Robotnik. NASCAR’s 2025 broadcasting shifts also draw mixed reactions. Dale Jr. is back, but in-car video features move to Max, frustrating fans.

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2024 Killies Dec 31, 2024

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Welcome to the Killies, where we celebrate the best, boldest, and most surprising achievements in entertainment! In this special episode, our hosts present their standout picks across an eclectic range of categories, from gripping dramas and laugh-out-loud comedies to jaw-dropping “Did that just happen?!” moments. It’s a heartfelt, hilarious, and sometimes heated journey through the shows and films that defined our year. Plus, we share the ones that got away—those brilliant series we just couldn’t finish.

Whether you’re a pop culture connoisseur or simply looking for your next binge, this episode is your ultimate guide to the most buzzworthy, unexpected, and unforgettable titles of the season. Tune in for the insights, stay for the fun, and discover your next obsession!

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Cordkillers 530 - Hope and Hedgehogs Dec 24, 2024

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James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy trailer shatters records, while Sonic the Hedgehog 4 races toward a 2027 release. Plus, Netflix secures FIFA Women’s World Cup streaming rights, and physical media sparks a passionate debate.

Next week: 2024 Killies

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The Full The Shield Experience: Last (713 - "Family Meeting") Dec 18, 2024

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This episode proves The Shield was hand-picked for the FULL experience. Surprises, drama, closure (mostly), and some future speculation...what more could you want from a finale?

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Cordkillers 529 - Pay More, Stream Less, Blame the Zombie Dec 18, 2024

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YouTube TV raises prices while Roku finally upgrades Roku City to 1080p. Meanwhile, Silo gets renewed, Sesame Street leaves Max, and a fake Cillian Murphy confuses zombie fans.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Shield (713 - "Family Meeting")

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Cordkillers 528 - Live From Somewhere Dec 11, 2024

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Max tests live HBO channels as streaming continues to mirror traditional TV, while Severance Season 2 and Doctor Who’s Christmas Special headline the latest viewing options. Plus, Golden Globes nominations reveal Netflix’s dominance, and listener stories highlight dumb TVs, cat-powered binge listening, and box office trends.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Shield (402 - "Grave")

Next week: The Shield (713 - "Family Meeting")

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The FULL The Shield Experience: Ultimate (712 - "Possible Kill Screen") Dec 07, 2024

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Very dramatic trip from the pilot episode to nearly the end of the series, but it does a decent job of keeping the main story alive.

Next week: The Shield (402 - "Grave")

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Cordkillers 527 - Alien Jazz Hands Dec 04, 2024

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Hollywood’s reliance on sequels dominates the box office, while Peacock experiments with gaming-inspired NFL broadcasts and Squid Game teases new thrills in Season 2. Record-breaking Thanksgiving viewership and box office numbers highlight the growing appetite for both live events and nostalgic storytelling.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Shield (712 - "Possible Kill Screen")

Next week: The Shield (402 - "Grave")

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The FULL The Shield Experience (101 - "Pilot") Dec 01, 2024

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Comcast’s decision to spin off its cable networks as SpinCo marks a major restructuring aimed at safeguarding its core businesses while exploring new media opportunities. Meanwhile, Disney, Roku, and others shake up the streaming landscape with creative broadcasts, platform integrations, and evolving content strategies.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Shield (101 - "Pilot")

Next week: The Shield (712 - "Possible Kill Screen")

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