Decoding TV
Episodes
Ep. 128 - Breaking Down the 2026 Emmy Awards with Myles McNutt (Plus: Reviews of ‘Lanterns’ Ep 5 and ‘Dark Matter’ S2E03)
Decoding TV hosts David Chen and Patrick Clappik, joined by Emmy expert Miles McNutt, break down the 2026 Emmy Awards.
Ep. 127 - Is ‘Lanterns’ S1E04 Its Best Ep Yet? Or Just Extremely Anticlimactic? (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ S2E02 Feels Like It’s Trying to Do Too Much)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Leppic discuss the surprising viewership of the GTA 6 trailer on Netflix compared to YouTube, noting the platform's shifting view metrics.
Ep. 126 - ‘Lanterns’ S1E03 Takes a Big Swing. Does It Connect? (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ Season 2 Feels Like a Different Show)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Leppick discuss Patrick’s new TV purchase and their reactions to the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer on Netflix.
Ep. 125 - ‘Lanterns’ S1E02 Asks a Lot of Its Viewers (Plus: Will the Paramount-Warner Merger Be Good for Movie Theaters?)
David Chen and Patrick Klepek analyze the strong premiere numbers for HBO’s *Lanterns*, comparing its success to box office equivalents.
Bonus Ep: What Was ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 About, Anyway?
David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss their reactions to House of the Dragon Season 3, focusing on the finale and overall season arc.
Ep. 124 - ‘Lanterns’ Is Awesome (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ S1E09 Opens Up Interesting Possibilities for Season 2)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Klepek review the premiere of HBO’s *Lanterns*, praising its grounded tone and Kyle Chandler’s performance while discussing its place in James Gunn’s DC Universe.
Ep. 123 - What Makes 'Furious' a Compelling Cat-and-Mouse Show? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E08 Is Audacious and Shocking)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss Hulu’s *Furious*, praising its dual protagonists and complex themes of justice.
Ep. 122 - Can 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Capture the Magic of Seasons 1-3? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E07 Is When The Show Gets Real Good)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Klepek review the premiere of Ted Lasso Season 4, debating whether the new women’s soccer team arc recaptures the original show’s magic or feels contrived.
Ep. 121 - Is Will Ferrell Still a Relevant Comedic Force in 'The Hawk'? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E06 Is About How Power Corrupts)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Lepic discuss finishing *The Agency* Season 2 and critique Will Ferrell’s new golf comedy *The Hawk*.
Bonus Ep: 'Dark Matter' S1E05 And Which Alternate Realities We'd Choose to Visit
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Klepek analyze *Dark Matter* Episode 5, contrasting the show’s emotional depth with the source novel’s action-heavy style.
Ep. 120 - Is It Worth Debriefing with 'The Agency' Season 2? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E04 Shows Why It's Hard To Live Someone Else's Life)
Hosts David Chen and Patrick Klepek review *The Agency* Season 2, praising its spy craft and Daniella’s arc while critiquing the lead’s moping.