Alle afleveringen van Indiewire's Very Good TV Podcast – pagina 4 van 5

The Importance of a Second Season: Episode 63

30 mei 2016 · 37 min

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With the release of "Bloodline" Season 2, Indiewire's TV team was inspired to look at how the second season of a show can either make or break it. (Why yes, "The Leftovers" does come up.)

Ranking the AMC Credits Sequences: Episode 62

23 mei 2016 · 1 uur 2 min

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To celebrate the premiere of "Preacher" and upcoming "Feed the Beast," Indiewire's TV team brought in special guest Steve Greene to rank the credit sequences of AMC's great scripted dramas.

When Is It Time to Give Up on a Canceled Show?: Episode 61

16 mei 2016 · 39 min

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A lot of shows got canceled last week — but which ones hurt the most? And which ones were we okay with? Indiewire's TV team breaks it down.

New Summer Shows We Can't Wait to See: Episode 60

9 mei 2016 · 33 min

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There's an eclectic assortment of shows planned for this summer, and Indiewire's TV team has their own favorite among the new entries.

TV Civil War: Episode 59

3 mei 2016 · 36 min

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Indiewire's TV team, perhaps inspired by a certain Marvel film coming out this week, sits down to discuss an age-old question: On our favorite shows, who would win in a fight? (Shockingly, "The Leftovers" comes up.)

Are "Game of Thrones" and "Veep" Still The Best? Episode 58

25 april 2016 · 38 min

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HBO's Emmy-winning comedy and drama returned last night but with some big changes behind the scenes. How did they fare? Indiewire's TV team has thoughts. (Surprisingly, "The Leftovers" did not come up.)

"Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" Season 2 vs. Season 1: Episode 57

18 april 2016 · 34 min

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Without getting too deep into spoilers, Indiewire's TV team this week digs into the latest season of "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," which they both liked... But there might be a few issues.

Could "Catastrophe" Be This Honest If It Were A Drama?: Episode 56

11 april 2016 · 36 min

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Amazon's intimate and beautiful relationship story also happens to be quite funny. Is that essential to its success -- and is comedy in general essential to creating honest storytelling?

Why We Loved "People v. O.J. Simpson" (Despite Knowing the Ending): Episode 55

4 april 2016 · 43 min

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The story behind the "trial of the century" was as fascinating to us this year as it was when it was actually happening. But what was it that made FX's legal drama so captivating?

Is Shondaland Sustainable? Episode 54

28 maart 2016 · 41 min

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With the release of "The Catch," Indiewire's TV looks at the current state of Shonda Rhimes's epic ABC empire, and why they keep watching.

What Do We Look For in Superhero TV?: Episode 53

21 maart 2016 · 43 min

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With the launch of DAREDEVIL Season 2, Indiewire's TV team breaks down what's proving compelling about the latest rush of superhero shows -- the ones they love, and the ones they wish were better.

Are There Too Many Shows About L.A.?: Episode 52

14 maart 2016 · 54 min

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It now takes two hands to count the number of single-camera dramedies on TV about people searching for love in Los Angeles. But is that a bad thing?

Is "House of Cards" Season 4 Better When Binged?: Episode 51

7 maart 2016 · 42 min

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Indiewire's TV team switched places this weekend, with Ben binge-viewing the latest season of Netflix's Emmy-winning political drama. How did that affect his enjoyment of the series? And will Liz like it as much watching at a slower pace?

How Can The Oscars Improve That Ceremony?: Episode 50

29 februari 2016 · 39 min

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Every year, we love watching the Oscars, but how did this year's show, hosted by Chris Rock, play for Indiewire's TV team? And with flagging ratings and an ultra-long runtime, how might the Academy look at improving things for next year?

Does Love Play Better on TV Than Film?: Episode 49

22 februari 2016 · 48 min

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This week, Indiewire's TV team in theory talks about the new Netflix/Judd Apatow series "Love," but really, what they dig into is the way a serialized narrative affects romance on screen -- often for the better.

Why Does HBO's VINYL Have to Be About the White Guy?: Episode 48

15 februari 2016 · 39 min

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HBO's new drama is the Martin Scorsese-directed drama VINYL, which digs into the music scene of the 1970s. Bobby Cannavale is great as the lead -- but did he need to be the lead? Indiewire's TV team digs into this week's big question.

What's the Best Time for Late Night?: Episode 47

8 februari 2016 · 42 min

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Is it the night it airs? Is it the morning after? Is it after the Super Bowl? Indiewire looks at the current state of late night -- including Stephen Colbert's post-Bowl show and Samantha Bee's brand new FULL FRONTAL -- to discuss.

Can You Judge A Live Musical Like Everything Else?: Episode 46

1 februari 2016 · 43 min

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They rack up ratings and seem to make people happy, so it's time to accept that live musicals are here to stay. But how can both discerning TV critics as well as fans evaluate their qualities? Indiewire's TV team investigates.

'X-Files' Meets 'Star Wars': Is Chris Carter the George Lucas of TV?: Episode 45

26 januari 2016 · 41 min

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One of Indiewire's all-time favorite TV shows is back... But how are Ben and Liz feeling about what it means to have the original creator writing and directing three of the six episodes (especially because the first wasn't great)? And what does it have to do with "Star Wars"? Lees meer

Can "Baskets" Fill the "Louie" Void?: Episode 44

18 januari 2016 · 29 min

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We're not getting any more "Louie" anytime soon, but Mr. CK is one of the creators of the new series "Baskets," an odd but endearing comedy starring "The Hangover's" Zach Galifianakis. Will that scratch your itch for moody auteur comedy? Indiewire's TV team investigates. Lees meer

The TV To Be Excited about This Week: Episode 43

12 januari 2016 · 38 min

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Because TELEVISION NEVER STOPS, this week there are a few big show launches that may intrigue you. And Indiewire's TV team's got the scoop on this week's alien drama and cop comedies.

Looking Forward to 2016: Episode 42

4 januari 2016 · 36 min

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It's a brand new year, so there's plenty of exciting new TV to discuss. But don't worry -- Indiewire's TV team still found a way to bring up "The Leftovers" as they dig into some of the shows and trends they're looking forward to in 2016.

"How A Top 10 List Gets Made": Episode 41

22 december 2015 · 54 min

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This week, Indiewire's TV team offers a peek behind the curtain as they create their Top 10 Shows of 2015 list. Will Liz convince Ben that a Marvel show deserves placement? Will Ben's number one pick stay at the top of the list? Will "The Leftovers" come up? The answer to one of those questions is definitely yes. Lees meer

Our Favorite Interviews of 2015: Episode 40

14 december 2015 · 48 min

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Over the last 12 months, Indiewire's TV team has been blessed with the opportunity to speak with some fascinating individuals creating TV -- so this week, they thought they'd look back at some of the year's most exciting moments. (Surprisingly, THE LEFTOVERS comes up.) Lees meer

"The Case For 'The Leftovers' Season 3": Episode 39

7 december 2015 · 40 min

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Indiewire's TV team is going to have a hard time saying goodbye to HBO's strange supernatural drama, which is why, in this week's episode, we make the argument for bringing it back for a third season. Please, HBO. We've been awfully good this year.

"How to Make a Year-End List": Episode 38

30 november 2015 · 41 min

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It's almost time for Indiewire's TV team to make their best of the year lists... but what goes into making them? And what different philosophies arise as a result?

"What Is Dead Can Never Die -- Or Maybe Not?": Episode 37

23 november 2015 · 40 min

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Television has been coping with some shocking resurrections lately -- but do those switcharoos affect our viewing experiences positively or negatively? (Shockingly, "The Leftovers" comes up. AND "The X-Files"!)

"What New TV is Left in 2015?": Episode 36

17 november 2015 · 37 min

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Just because it's November doesn't mean the TV has stopped! Far from it. From alien invasions to mad geniuses to family dysfunction, Indiewire's TV team is here to tell you what's left to look forward to this year.

"Were 2015's Most Anticipated Shows the Best Shows of the Year?": Episode 35

9 november 2015 · 51 min

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In January of this year, Indiewire's TV team made a list of our most anticipated series. Now that (nearly) all of them have premiered, what were we right to be excited about -- and what did we get wrong?

"What's Up With AMC?": Episode 34

2 november 2015 · 39 min

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AMC is making some interesting TV these days! But the TV being made... Does it make any sense? Indiewire's TV team investigates. ("The Leftovers" only kinda sorta comes up.)

"Why Aren't People Watching 'Fargo'?": Episode 33

26 oktober 2015 · 42 min

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A critically-acclaimed favorite returns for a second anthology-style season... and is actually really good! But why isn't "Fargo" on the tip of everyone's tongue? Indiewire's TV team investigates.

"Spoiler Alert!": Episode 32

19 oktober 2015 · 45 min

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Ben won't tell Liz spoilers about what happened in the new "X-Files." Liz doesn't think we'll ever figure out spoiler etiquette. And together, Indiewire's TV Team does its best to define what a spoiler even IS. (Oddly enough, "The Leftovers" comes up.) Lees meer

"October TV is Spooky TV": Episode 31

12 oktober 2015 · 45 min

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Indiewire's TV team digs into how the concept of horror on television has evolved into the current flood of shows launching this month. (Shockingly, "The Leftovers" comes up.)

'The Leftovers' is Back! 'The Leftovers' is Back!": Episode 30

5 oktober 2015 · 42 min

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Have you heard of this show called "The Leftovers"? Sure you have, thanks largely to the efforts of Indiewire's TV team, which devotes this week's episode to analyzing the premiere of Season 2 and what's to come.

"The Rob Lowe Power Hour!": Episode 29

28 september 2015 · 53 min

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With two new shows on the fall schedule, what better time to celebrate one of our favorite actors -- and what better way than with a ranking of his most notable TV roles?

"Hey, the Emmys Happened!": Episode 28

22 september 2015 · 45 min

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Who won, who lost, who shoulda won, what shoulda lost! Indiewire's TV team digs into the best moments of Sunday night, from great speeches to great moments in bean-eating.

"Hey, It's Fall TV Time!": Episode 27

14 september 2015 · 39 min

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This week, Indiewire's TV team reveals their most anticipated returning shows of the fall. Surprisingly, "The Leftovers" comes up.

"Comedies in the Golden Age": Episode 26

7 september 2015 · 38 min

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When we talk about the golden age of television," what do we tend to leave out? Comedies. And given how hard it is to make a great comedy work, that's not right. But why does it happen? Indiewire's TV team has some ideas.

"The Cost of a TV Crush": Episode 25

31 augustus 2015 · 44 min

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Sometimes, we watch TV because it's great programming. Sometimes, we watch it because of the actors involved. So, what dark paths have some of our favorite actors led Indiewire's TV team down?

"Great Shows Gone Bad": Episode 24

24 augustus 2015 · 45 min

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What's worse -- when a good show fails to have any ambition, or when a great show goes off the rails? Ben and Liz debate some classic TV that ended up disappointing them, as well as the question of whether they deserve forgiveness.

"The Last Shows of Summer": Episode 23

17 augustus 2015 · 36 min

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Just because it's August doesn't there's nothing to watch! So here are Indiewire's picks for TV series to come over the next few weeks -- some returning and new favorites that are worth your time.

"Is There Too Much Good TV?": Episode 22

10 augustus 2015 · 37 min

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The president of FX thinks that there's too much good TV, drowning out the great TV. Does Indiewire's TV team agree?

"Should You Watch the 'True Detective' Finale?": Episode 21

4 augustus 2015 · 36 min

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Everyone may be talking about "True Detective" this summer, but does that mean the season finale this Sunday is really worth watching? This week, Liz and Ben go over some of your other options this Sunday evening, and whether or not they'll be tuning in. Lees meer

"TV vs. the Blockbuster": Episode 20

27 juli 2015 · 40 min

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It's summer movie season -- but these days, summer movies have a lot more in common with TV than they used to. Is that a bad thing? Indiewire's TV team investigates.

"'BoJack' Is Back!": Episode 19

20 juli 2015 · 50 min

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Indiewire's TV team binge-viewed Season 2 of Netflix's bizarre but deep animated comedy this weekend -- how'd it fare in comparison to Season 1?

"What's The Best Way to Promote Your TV Show?": Episode 17

8 juli 2015 · 44 min

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Lately we've seen some truly unusual ways that networks have used to spread the word about new shows. From "Rectify" to "Mr. Robot," which were most effective? Indiewire's TV team investigates!

"'True Detective' and 'Sense8'!": Episode 16

25 juni 2015 · 31 min

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Indiewire's TV team is joined by special guest Anne Thompson, to break down the importance of a new show's first episode, as seen with recent premieres "True Detective" and "Sense8."

"Our Emmys Wishlist": Episode 15

22 juni 2015 · 35 min

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Who does Indiewire's TV team want to see get nominated for an Emmy? That is the question this podcast answers! (We did it, guys!)

"Netflix Loves LGBT Audiences": Episode 14

15 juni 2015 · 32 min

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At least half of the original series produced by Netflix since 2012 have featured prominent representation of LGBT characters -- is that the secret to the show's success? Indiewire's TV team investigates.

"'Entourage'!": Episode 13

7 juni 2015 · 36 min

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Indiewire's TV team is joined by Thompson on Hollywood's Anne Thompson to try to figure out, exactly, how a years-dormant HBO series ended up becoming one of the years's most... special... feature films.