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Ep. 116 - Does Apple TV's 'Cape Fear' Have Anything New To Say? Jun 15, 2026

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NOTE: Next week’s episode will come out later than usual, although we will try to have some bonus episodes fill the void. Stay tuned!

In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of Cape Fear on Apple TV.

Are we excited for another season of Widow’s Bay? What was it like to watch a UFC fight in front of the White House? And is society too woke for The Office? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

Homework for next week:

Show of the Week: House of the Dragon (Prime Video)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Dark Matter Season 1 Episode 1 (Apple TV)
Bonus Eps (hopefully!):
Maternal Instinct (Netflix)
Spider-Noir (Prime Video)

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

05:13 - TV News
Widow’s Bay renewed for season 2
Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion
Justice Department approves Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros.
UFC fight
Scott Pelley goes scorched earth
Bari Weiss poised to oversee CNN
Society is too woke for the Office
54:00 - Show of the Week
Apple TV’s Cape Fear

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Bonus Ep: Netflix's 'Michael Jackson: The Verdict' Was Sorely Needed (feat. Christie Boschman and Alex Biron) Jun 10, 2026

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In this bonus episode of Decoding TV, David chats with Christie Boschman (AKA @thatdocumentarygirl) and Alex Biron about the new Netflix documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict. How did we feel about the manner in which this documentary approached its subject matter? What has been the online reaction to the film? And why is it so hard to talk about Michael Jackson right now? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

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Bonus Ep: Breaking Down the Ending of 'Half Man' (feat. BJ Colangelo) Jun 08, 2026

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Note: There won’t be a normal podcast episode this week. Instead, please enjoy this spoiler-filled breakdown of the Half Man ending. We’ll still do a Widow’s Bay bonus episode later in the week for paid subscribers.

In this bonus episode, BJ Colangelo joins Decoding TV to discuss the ending of Half Man. Was the journey of this show worth it? How did the show play with the viewer’s loyalties? And what did we make of the enigmatic ending? Listen to hear all our answers to these questions and more.

Be sure to listen to BJ’s podcast This Ends at Prom and follow her on Threads.

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Ep. 115 - Can Nicolas Cage Play a Convincing Spider-Man in 'Spider-Noir'? (Plus: The 'Euphoria' Series Finale Was a Disaster) Jun 01, 2026

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NOTE: We’re considering doing a weekly (re)watch of Dark Matter season 1 in the lead-up to the season 2 premiere at the end of August. Would you support this? If so, let us know at decodingtv(at)gmail(dot)com.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Prime Video series Spider-Noir.

How much longer are we having to wait between seasons for TV shows these days? What the hell is going on at 60 Minutes? And will consumers ever be okay with Generative AI TV shows? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

Homework for next week:

Show of the Week (in two weeks): Cape Fear (Apple TV)
Half Man season finale (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay ep 8 (Apple TV)

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

06:30 - Show of the Week
Spider-Noir
26:25 - TV News
Fans must wait longer for TV shows
Jorge Gutierrez drops plans for Amazon AI series
CBS says Byron Allen will be profitable
The Guardian’s withering review: Ratings down 87% since
Bloodbath at 60 Minutes
17-year old senior Santiago Campos’s speech
57:00 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 8 - In God We Trust

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Bonus Ep: 'Widow's Bay' Eps. 6-7 Make for a Great Diptych May 28, 2026

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Thanks for your suggestions to cover Widow’s Bay! While we didn’t cover this show from the beginning, we’ll try to release podcasts about the remaining episodes of the season.

In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the latest episodes of Widow’s Bay. What did we make of the sixth episode’s period piece? And how did it connect with the seventh film?Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more.

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Ep. 114 - Why 'The Buroughs' Feels Magical (Plus: The Stupid Decisions of 'Euphoria' S3E07) May 26, 2026

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In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Netflix series The Buroughs.

What did we think of Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show? Why do we think Jackass is a sign of positive masculinity? What are our thoughts on the new trailer for Vought Rising? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

Homework for next week:

Show of the Week: Spider-Noir (Prime Video)
Euphoria season 3 episode 8 (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay eps 6-7 (Apple TV)

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

06:30 - Show of the Week
Netflix’s The Buroughs
26:15 - TV News
Stephen Colbert’s last show
Stephen Colbert’s Monroe Michigan broadcast
Late show ratings
Jackass returns to Paramount+
Kalshi and Polymarket are spoiling shows
Vought Rising trailer
1:04:00 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 7 - Rain or Shine

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Bonus Ep: Did 'The Boys' Series Finale Make Up For Its Lackluster Final Season? May 22, 2026

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In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the series finale of The Boys. Did this show end with a bang or a whimper? Did the finale blow everyone away? Or confirm people’s worst fears about the show?Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more.

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Ep. 113 - Is Netflix's 'Lord of the Flies' a Worthy Adaptation? (Plus: 'Euphoria' S3E06 Brings the Focus Back to Rue) May 18, 2026

Show notes

Netflix’s Lord of the Flies
23:40 - TV News
Ronda Rousey destroys Gina Carano
Conan O’Brien back for Oscars next year
Stephen Colbert Sets Final Week
NFL responds to gripes
How The Pitt cast baby Jane Doe
Renewals:
Margot’s got money troubles renewed
Love Is Blind Season 11 in Boston fall 2026
Running Point has been renewed for season 3
Big Mistakes renewed for season 2
50:32 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 6 - Stand Still and See

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Ep. 112 - Why Did 'The Bear' Surprise Drop "Gary"? (Plus: 'Euphoria' S3E05 Is a Sydney Sweeney Showcase) May 12, 2026

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In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the surprise drop episode of The Bear (“Gary”)

What do we make of the new X-Files casting that’s been announced? Are there really going to be four Fast and Furious TV shows? And how fair are the Golden Globes’ new AI rules? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

Homework for next week:

Show of the Week: Lord of the Flies (Netflix)
Euphoria season 3 episode 6 (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 7 (Prime Video)

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

01:55 - Show of the Week
The Bear - Gary
Myles McNutt’s article about the episode
16:36 - TV News
FOUR Fast and Furious shows are in development
The X-Files: Eight Massive Guest Roles Have Been Cast
Golden Globes set AI rules
Dentsu and IGN’s Audience Insights Report
Renewals/Greenlights:
Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins renewed for season 2
Reacher season 5 already renewed
Oscar Isaac is set for the lead role in Netflix casino drama
55:36 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 5 - This Little Piggy

Links:

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Ep. 111 - Is 'Widow's Bay' Worth a Visit? (Also: 'Euphoria' S3E04 Was Rough) May 04, 2026

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In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the season premiere of Widow’s Bay.

Can the FCC really revoke Disney’s broadcast license? Why are Far Cry fans so upset with Noah Hawley? And what do Nielsen ratings have to say about the state of the Star Wars universe? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

Homework for next week:

Show of the Week: Lord of the Flies (hopefully!)(Netflix)
Euphoria season 3 episode 5 (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: The Boys season 5 episode 6 (Prime Video)

Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

01:55 - Show of the Week
Widow’s Bay
16:36 - TV News
Noah Hawley says Far Cry won’t adapt game story
FCC orders early license renewal after Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired
Variety story on initial situation
ABC stands its ground
Bloomberg’s article
History of the sanction
The top 10 Star Wars related shows
Eric Kripke says he did not cancel Gen V
Laura Dern cast in White Lotus
BW Corner:
Tony Dokoupil’s disastrous ratings
55:56 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 4 - Kitty Likes to Dance

Links:

Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers
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