Best Amazonprime Podcasts (2025)

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TV DUDES BEST OF 2025 1:06:01

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2h ago1:06:01

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It's that time again!! Nick and Les count down their Best of 2025, breaking down the TV shows that stuck with them long after the finale. Every pick reflects big swings, surprising performances, and storytelling that actually delivered. It's all here - the shows that made our year bearable. From consensus favorites to passionate outliers, this is t…

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FALLOUT Season 2 (Amazon) 1:29:32

5d ago1:29:32

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This week on TV Dudes, we're covering a packed slate of television highs, lows, and ongoing obsessions. We kick things off with Fallout Season 2, Episode 1, which continues the Fallout tradition of being shockingly fantastic. We can't wait for more. From there, we dig into the IT: Welcome to Derry finale, which left us more frustrated than frighten…

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338. Hercules Poirot In Die Another Day Another Day 1:47:38

6d ago1:47:38

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This week Dan and Chris take a break from their usual format to do their annual look at the UK Festive TV schedule. Plus Chris cannot say a famous detectives name.

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337. Breaking Bad Retrospective (The Final Season) 3:03:49

11d ago3:03:49

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to complete their season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Let's discuss!

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HEATED RIVALRY (HBOMax) 1:12:21

12d ago1:12:21

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This week, we skate over to HBO MAX for Heated Rivalry, the show that wants to win gold in sex scenes! We talk about all the ways the steamy, fun show works, all the things Jacob Tierney brought over from making Letterkenny, and all the ways this emotionally connects. That third episode was Mythic Quest level stuff, y'all. 2:20-34:25 TV Diaries 15:…

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The Red King (AMC+) 1:33:16

19d ago1:33:16

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This week, our Patreon Showrunner JPV picks the show! We dive into The Red King (AMC+), a Wickermannish mystery that grabbed our attention with its eerie atmosphere and promising setup, even if it never quite delivered the punch we hoped for. We break down what worked, where the storytelling lost some steam, and why it still made for an intriguing—…

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336. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season Five) 2:37:37

25d ago2:37:37

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue our season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Let's discuss!

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Stranger Things S5 Volume 1 1:16:36

26d ago1:16:36

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This week, we're heading back to Hawkins! The kids are older, the stakes are higher, and Vecna's getting even weirder. We dive into the first four episodes of Stranger Things Season 5, talking character glow-ups and grow-ups, the evolving mythology, and which storylines hit hardest. It's an Upside-Downright awesome episode! 3:15- 38:20 TV Diaries 2…

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Sam Haft, "Hazbin Hotel" & "Helluva Boss" - The TV Dudes Interview 24:32

29d ago24:32

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This week, Nick sits down with the wildly talented Sam Haft - composer, songwriter, producer, voice actor, and half of the chart-topping musical duo The Living Tombstone. You know his work from Helluva Boss and Hazbin Hotel, the smash-hit animated musical universe currently dominating streaming and Billboard charts. Sam joins us for a deep dive int…

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335. Finger Off The Pulse 1:34:31

1M ago1:34:31

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This week Dan and Chris discuss the cancellation of Pokerface and the absolutely wild plans for it's future. We also talk about the potential new Stargate series, DC's plans for a V for Vendetta series and the last 8 episodes of cancelled Friends spin-off Joey finally getting an official release. Plus we chat about the shows that all got renewed th…

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SCRUBLANDS: SILVER 1:17:39

1M ago1:17:39

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This week, we dive into Scrublands: Silver on AMC+. It's a moody, slow-burn crime thriller selected by one of our Patreon subscribers! We get into what the show does well, where it stumbles, and whether its chilly, dust-covered mystery kept us hooked. Thanks again to our patron for putting this one on our radar. Plus we tore through House of Guinne…

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PLUR1BUS (Apple) 1:13:44

1M ago1:13:44

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This week on The TV Dudes, we dive into PLUR1BUS on Apple TV+ and y'all… it's AMAZING. Easily one of the most surprising, confident, utterly gripping shows we've seen all year. We get into the world-building, the performances, and the little tonal choices we adore. Come hear us gush, theorize, and try to talk each other down from immediately starti…

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334. Phoning it in 1:59:10

2M ago1:59:10

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This week Dan and Chris discuss the Doctor Who/Disney+ split, Amazon ordering a new sitcom from Brett Goldstein and ITV possibly being sold to Sky. Plus we review the new Sally Wainwright drama Riot Women.

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The Lowdown (FX) 1:20:42

2M ago1:20:42

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This week, we dig into The Lowdown on FX — and we don't quite see eye to eye. Nick wasn't feeling the vibe, but Les had a blast with it. We break down what worked, what didn't, and whether this throwback mystery is worth your time. 2:45-41:10 TV Diaries 41:10- The Lowdown

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It: Welcome to Derry 1:23:16

2M ago1:23:16

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This week, The TV Dudes descend into the sewers of Derry to talk about HBO's It: Welcome to Derry! We're revisiting the haunting world of Pennywise as the series expands Stephen King's terrifying mythos — but can a prequel really capture the dread and heart of the original story? We've got thoughts on scares, tone, and whether this trip back to Mai…

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333. Bubble Magician 2:19:43

2M ago2:19:43

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This week Dan and Chris discuss some recent TV news, including the possible return of The Inbetweeners, the departure of Strictly Come Dancings presenting team, the Stranger Things finale going to cinemas and Warner Brothers offically taking offers for sale. Plus we review Stick and Nine Bodies In A Mexican Morgue.…

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CHAD POWERS (Hulu) 1:19:11

2M ago1:19:11

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This week, The TV Dudes dive into Chad Powers on Hulu - a comedy we mostly liked (even if we've got quite a few notes). Then we wrap up our time in the blood-soaked halls of Godolkin University with the Gen V season finale... which didn't quite stick the landing. Listen in as we talk highs, lows, and why tone and story matter whether you're working…

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Older Hotter Wiser (Peacock) 1:21:07

2M ago1:21:07

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This week on The TV Dudes, we're checking out Older. Hotter. Wiser., a new Peacock comedy about road trips, reinvention, and embracing the chaos of middle age. This one was chosen by one of our awesome Patreon listeners, so thank you for the pick! We'll get into the cast, the tone, and whether this show's mix of sass and sincerity hits the sweet sp…

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Joel Higgins and Marty Silvestri - The Beat of a Wandering Heart 28:56

2M ago28:56

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This week, Les sits down with songwriting partners Joel Higgins and Marty Silvestri, whose work spans television, stage, and studio. From their first collaboration in the '70s to their newest project, The Beat of a Wandering Heart (premiering this November at New York's Laurie Beechman Theatre - ticket link below) Joel and Marty have built a creati…

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332. Scraping The Bottom Of The News Barrel 2:16:44

2M ago2:16:44

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This week Dan and Chris try to discuss TV news, but we discover there really wasn't much going on. We talk about the Simpsons Movie getting a sequel, Dexter Ressurection being renewed and Hulu replacing Star internationally on Disney+. Plus we review Marvel Zombies and Wayward.

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BLACK RABBIT (Netflix) 1:37:13

3M ago1:37:13

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This week on The TV Dudes we're talking Black Rabbit, Netflix's new dark thriller starring Jason Bateman and Jude Law. It's a slow-burn story of brothers, secrets, and bad decisions that drips with atmosphere and moral grime - but does it deliver on its noir promise or just mope in the murk? We dig into the tone, pacing, and performances to find ou…

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MARVEL ZOMBIES! (Disney+) 52:55

3M ago52:55

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This week, Nick and Les jump back into the world of What If...? with MARVEL ZOMBIES! It's a 4-part journey through the rotting wasteland of the Multiverse Saga (and also some shambling corpses are onscreen, amirite?) and the TV Dudes are here to guide you! Let's discuss what worked, what didn't, and what we'd like to see in season 2 (if it happens)…

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331. Please sir, can I have some free speech sir? 2:26:48

3M ago2:26:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news which unfortunately means discussing politics... a lot. So yeah, we talk about the Jimmy Kimmel situation, Apple pulling a show to avoid stoking tension, how Warner Brothers became the bell of the ball, The Muppet Show returning for the 50th anniversary and Catfish The TV Show being cancelled.…

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Helluva Boss (Amazon) 1:05:48

3M ago1:05:48

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This week on The TV Dudes! We're diving into the wild, raunchy, and devilishly clever world of Helluva Boss, now streaming on Amazon. From chaotic assassins in Hell to the surprisingly heartfelt stories that sneak up on you between all the blood, bullets, and belting songs—this one's got it all. We'll talk about what makes this animated hit such a …

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Screen.Write.Repeat – Pilot, Part 2 48:17

3M ago48:17

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In Part 2 of our debut episode, we keep the fun going with more story discussion and breakdown as we push toward a spec script we can be proud of. It's Marvin's writers' room experiment—and Les and Nick are right in the mix!

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Screen.Write.Repeat – Pilot, Part 1 32:52

3M ago32:52

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Les and Nick are on a brand-new podcast! On Screen.Write.Repeat, host Marvin Lanier sits down with Les, Nick, and friends to break down an episode of television. Together, we build the story, map out the beats, and set the stage for writing competing spec scripts based on the same break. In Part 1, you'll hear some of the brainstorming and story-br…

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GEN V (Amazon) 1:11:57

3M ago1:11:57

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This week, we're diving into the first three episodes of Gen V Season 2 on Amazon! We've also got a special guest—Marvin Lanier joins us to share details about his brand-new podcast, Screen.Write.Repeat. On that show, Marvin, Nick, Les and others team up to break down episodes of TV shows, draft spec scripts, and table read them - it's a blast, and…

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330. I've ranted about so many things I don't know if I've contradicted myself 2:20:48

3M ago2:20:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including casting for the Scrubs reboot, chaos over at Amazon for Mr and Mrs Smith, the Wednesday ratings and the strange release model, Doctor Who's future and why they cancelled Dexter Original Sin. Plus we review The Office spin off The Paper and new Netflix animated comedy, Long Story Shor…

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SHELVED! 1:33:23

4M ago1:33:23

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This week on The TV Dudes, we're heading into the stacks with Shelved on Peacock! This smart and funny workplace comedy takes us inside a public library full of oddball staff, colorful patrons, and plenty of heart. We'll talk about what makes the show tick, where it shines, and whether it deserves a spot on your watchlist. A huge thank you to our P…

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Long Story Short (Netflix) 1:06:07

4M ago1:06:07

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This week on The TV Dudes, we're gushing about Netflix's Long Story Short, a clever and heartfelt series that had us hooked from the first episode. We'll tell you why we loved it and why you should add it to your queue immediately. Plus, we check in on the latest chapters of Alien: Earth and Peacemaker, breaking down all the twists, action, and cha…

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329. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season Four) 1:52:26

4M ago1:52:26

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue our season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Let's discuss!

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Peacemaker Season 2 (HBOMax) 1:29:06

4M ago1:29:06

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This week, Les and Nick head to the new DCU dimension to check out Peacemaker season 2! James Gunn and John Cena are back in business with parallel worlds, spy vendettas, and a whole bunch of Eagly! Let's see if it can sustain the magic of Season 1 while taking into account the new Superman movie! Plus, we keep up with the critters on Alien Earth, …

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CherryBomb - A Patreon Showrunner Pick! 1:15:11

4M ago1:15:11

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This week on The TV Dudes, we're talking about Cherrybomb, the indie sitcom streaming now on Tubi. It wasn't on our radar, but one of our awesome Patreon supporters picked it for us to check out—so we dove in! We break down what makes it tick, whether it shines, and how it stacks up against bigger-budget sitcoms! And if you want to help decide what…

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Kristina Denton - Writer & Actress, "Hollywood Grit" 21:59

4M ago21:59

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This week on The TV Dudes, Les sits down with writer, actress, producer, and director Kristina Denton—the multi-hyphenate talent behind the upcoming action-thriller Hollywood Grit, hitting select theaters August 22nd. With a cast stacked with Max Martini, Tyrese Gibson, Patrick Duffy, and Linda Purl, the film promises high stakes and even higher te…

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Alien: Earth 1:18:12

4M ago1:18:12

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This week on The TV Dudes, we dive into the chilling first two episodes of Alien: Earth on FX. Noah Hawley takes on Ridley Scott's terrifying universe - brought to TV for the first time. Does it capture the claustrophobic horror and high-stakes tension of the films? We break it all down. Plus, we catch up on Revival and Twisted Metal! #AlienEarth #…

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328. We Keep Wandering Into Depressing Territory 2:30:48

5M ago2:30:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including all the reasons Dan hates Disney, the future of WWE on ESPN, Hulu being phased out and some renewals and cancellations. Plus we discuss the trailer for The Paper and review Department Q and Murderbot. We also discuss Dexter Ressurection, the King of the Hill revival and Happy Gilmore…

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Eyes of Wakanda (Disney+) 1:26:36

5M ago1:26:36

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This week, The TV Dudes take aim at Marvel's latest animated adventure, Eyes of Wakanda on Disney+, diving into how it expands the Black Panther mythos and where it fits in the MCU's current landscape. (Our only real issue with it is that there isn't more of it). Plus the return of the King! King of the Hill is back with 10 new episodes, and we wat…

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Twisted Metal Season 2 (Peacock) 1:16:40

5M ago1:16:40

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This week on The TV Dudes: We're strapping in for Season 2 of Twisted Metal on Peacock and digging into whether this wild, post-apocalyptic ride still delivers the goods. We're also talking about the latest episode of Revival, also on Peacock, and how the mystery is heating up. 3:45-48:18 TV Diaries 37:00-48:18 Revival S01E07 48:18-Twisted Metal S0…

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The Hunting Wives (Netflix) 1:35:14

5M ago1:35:14

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This week, we dive into The Hunting Wives on Netflix - the steamy Southern thriller that's got everyone talking. Obsession, secrets, and scandal? Malin Åkerman AND Brittany Snow?? Yes, please. Plus, we're still keeping up with Revival on Peacock, and things are getting wild. Grab a drink and join the drama! 2:15-52:55 TV Diaries 31:00-52:55 Revival…

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327. There's No Money In TV Anymore 2:27:26

5M ago2:27:26

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including the cancellation of 'The Late Show', what this means for the future of late night and whether political pressure played a part in the decision. Plus we discuss 'The Comeback' making a comeback, HBO Max ordering a 'Big Bang Theory' spin-off with an insane premise and Netflix ordering …

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Such Brave Girls Season 2 (Hulu) 1:05:36

5M ago1:05:36

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Nick and Les are back with another episode of TV Dudes! This week, they're discussing the second season of Such Brave Girls on Hulu — a sharp, awkward, and brutally funny look at trauma and family. 2:20-30:20 TV Diaries 30:50-Such Brave Girls S02 #TVDudes #SuchBraveGirls #Hulu

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GAME BROS. (Tubi) 1:16:03

6M ago1:16:03

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This week, we dive into Game Bros on Tubi, thanks to our patreon.com/tvdudes supporter John Paul! He's chosen some great shows in the past... will this one stack up? (Spoilers, it's hilarious! Come find out why!) Plus we talk about that Poker Face finale, and we give some love to Ironheart over on Disney+, because it's AWESOME and you should give i…

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Revival (Peacock) 1:13:22

6M ago1:13:22

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This week, we're diving into the eerie, enigmatic world of Revival on Peacock! The first three episodes have dropped, and we're here with actual Wisconsinite Nick to break down the mystery, the small-town paranoia, and the rising tension as the dead return. We talk performances, pacing, and production, plus how this adaptation stacks up against the…

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326. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season Three) 1:56:02

6M ago1:56:02

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue our season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Is 'The Fly' a masterpiece or disaster? Let's discuss!

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Ironheart (Disney+) 1:18:34

6M ago1:18:34

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This week on The TV Dudes, we're putting our repulsor tech to the test with a full deep dive into Ironheart, the latest addition to the Marvel lineup on Disney+. We're breaking down Riri Williams' journey from MIT prodigy to armored hero, how the series fits into the broader MCU, and whether this new face of innovation lives up to the Stark legacy.…

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United Crimedom! Dept Q, MobLand, Art Detectives, AcornTV 1:23:00

6M ago1:23:00

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This week, we're talkin' 'bout UK crime with Dept. Q, MobLand, Art Detectives, and a host of AcornTV shows as we enjoy our first month with the app. From gritty investigations to quirky detectives, we're diving deep into the foggy alleys of British crime TV—and having a bloody good time doing it! 2:00-30:35 TV Diaries 9:28-30:35 Nick watches Doctor…

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Kevin Chamberlin - "Finding The Joy" 21:47

6M ago21:47

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This week, we have an interview that's on point like a lazer! Les chats with the incredibly talented Kevin Chamberlin! You know Kevin from his unforgettable roles on television and in film — whether it's stealing scenes in "Jessie" on Disney or "Duster" on Max, or lighting up the big screen in "Road to Perdition". But today we're diving into someth…

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Government Cheese (Apple TV+) 1:33:07

7M ago1:33:07

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This week, we're diving into the Apple TV+ series Government Cheese, the latest Patreon showrunner pick from John Paul! He picked four episodes for us to check out, and we've got thoughts. It's weird, it's heartfelt, it's got some big swings—and we're here for all of it. Tune in as Nick and Les break down the quirky drama, explore what works (and w…

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Paul Powell - Art Detectives - The TV Dudes Interview 17:08

7M ago17:08

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This week on The TV Dudes, Les talks with writer and producer Paul Powell about his new AcornTV series Art Detectives. The show follows a team of experts uncovering the truth behind lost and stolen works of art, blending mystery, history, and just the right amount of comedy. We talk about bringing real-world intrigue to the screen, what drew him to…

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325. The Fourteenth Annual Static Awards (Night Two) 1:55:47

7M ago1:55:47

1:55:47

To celebrate 13 years of this podcast, it's time for the Fourteenth Annual Static Awards, our fictional TV awards show which is really just a poor excuse to recap the year in TV. We both nominate shows for each award and debate who should win. Awards are meaningless, but this podcast is fun. We promise. This year, split this awards into two episode…