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Episodes
The Full The Good Place Experience: Ultimate (113 - "Michael's Gambit")
1/22/2025
This episode blew us away with its genius twist and clever writing. It’s funny, smart, and totally changes everything!
Next week: The Good Place (406 - "A Chip Driver Mystery")
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Duration:00:13:23
Cordkillers 534: Roommate In My Head
1/20/2025
Exploring the intersection of cognitive science, entertainment trends, and the evolving streaming landscape.
This week on The FULL Experience: The Good Place (113 - "Michael's Gambit")
Next week: The Good Place (406 - "A Chip Driver Mystery")
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Duration:00:56:37
The FULL The Good Place Experience: First (101 - "Everything Is Fine")
1/15/2025
The Good Place is a treasure to revisit. Expectations are high that this FULL experience will be another concise round up that truly encapsulates the spirit of the show.
Next week: The Good Place (113 - "Michael's Gambit")
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Duration:00:19:15
Cordkillers 533: Venu Is Off the Menu
1/13/2025
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")
YouTube: https://youtu.be/LQxZ7wCn4qY
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.
Read more on Variety
• “The Passion of the Christ” sequel in development: Production could begin in 2026.
Details from Variety
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.
More on TechCrunch
• MoviePass parent company CEO pleads guilty to securities fraud: Misleading claims about the unlimited plan.
Full story on TechCrunch
• Streaming spending dropped in 2024: Consumers paid 23% less than in 2023.
Analysis from Techdirt
Chatter
Listener Message:
Patron “gjamesb” reports a potential RSS feed issue with the public podcast feed.
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Duration:00:59:06
Cordkillers 532 - Live from CES
1/6/2025
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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.
Read more on The Verge | Read on VentureBeat
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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Duration:00:32:34
2024 Killies
12/31/2024
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!
YouTube: https://youtu.be/UhU23Gyk8dE
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Duration:00:47:12
Cordkillers 530 - Hope and Hedgehogs
12/24/2024
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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Duration:00:43:45
The Full The Shield Experience: Last (713 - "Family Meeting")
12/18/2024
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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Duration:00:17:51
Cordkillers 529 - Pay More, Stream Less, Blame the Zombie
12/17/2024
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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Duration:00:50:21
Cordkillers 528 - Live From Somewhere
12/11/2024
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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Duration:00:58:18
The FULL The Shield Experience: Ultimate (712 - "Possible Kill Screen")
12/7/2024
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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Duration:00:18:21
Cordkillers 527 - Alien Jazz Hands
12/4/2024
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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Duration:00:55:27
The FULL The Shield Experience (101 - "Pilot")
12/1/2024
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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Duration:00:23:33
Corkillers 526 - Great Idea! No.
11/27/2024
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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Duration:00:49:57
Cordkillers 525 - Pain in the Asterisk
11/18/2024
Netflix’s struggles with live streaming during the Tyson-Paul fight raised doubts about its readiness for upcoming NFL broadcasts, while teasers from HBO Max and Disney showcased exciting 2025 content. Amazon consolidated Freevee into Prime Video, Disney+ added ESPN integration, and Warner Bros. settled NBA broadcast rights, signaling shifts in the streaming landscape.
Next week: The Sheild (101 - "Pilot")
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Duration:00:50:57
Cordkillers 524 - Not Just Long Lived...Long Loved
11/16/2024
Netflix removes most of its interactive specials, while Amazon confirms a Mass Effect TV series and Disney launches an AI-focused tech office. Plus, updates on Andor, Stranger Things, a new Star Wars trilogy, and more!
Next week: The Sheild (101 - "Pilot")
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Duration:00:53:12
Cordkillers 523 - Questionable Top Tens (W/ Merrill Barr)
11/5/2024
Disney+ introduces a new “Top 10 Today” feature, while Netflix rolls out “Moments” for bookmarking favorite scenes. Plus, trailers for Squid Game and Severance Season 2 drop, and we discuss the latest movie adaptations and fan chatter around favorite TV show reboots and full-series viewing experiences.
Next time: The Sheild (101 - "Pilot")
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Duration:00:56:34
The Full M*A*S*H Experience: Last (1116 - "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen")
10/23/2024
An increase in production value almost masks the strange inclusion of another Hawkeye solo episode. Overall, though, we enjoyed.
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Duration:00:31:25
Cordkillers 522 - SportsCenter for Curling
10/22/2024
Netflix gained 5.1 million new subscribers, announced upcoming price hikes, and teased future revenue growth while emphasizing AI’s uncertain role in entertainment. Meanwhile, new trailers and release dates were revealed for Star Trek: Section 31, The Electric State, and more, while Daredevil: Born Again and Dune: Prophecy secured early 2025 premieres.
This week on The FULL Experience: M*A*S*H (1116 - "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen")
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Duration:00:50:22
The FULL M*A*S*H Experience: Lowest (418 - "Hawkeye")
10/16/2024
This may not be the worst episode of M*A*S*H, but we all agree it's pretty awful.
Next week: M*A*S*H (1116 - "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen")
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Duration:00:20:24