Dual Redundancy: A Television Podcast

In this week's episode we look back at entertainment in 2014. We also reveal the results for your favorite movies (2:49), TV shows (15:36), musical artists (28:31) and pop culture moments from 2013 (40:05). Finally, we bring in a surprise guest to help pick our favorite Dual Redundancy moments from 2014 (56:04).


In this week's episode we discuss the nominations for the 57th Grammys (1:36), 72nd Golden Globes (10:46) and 21st Screen Actors Guild Awards (22:05). We also look at AFI's top films and TV shows of the year (29:20). Next we review Whiplash (33:20), NBC's Peter Pan Live (41:39), and the first season of Amazon's Transparent (52:50). Finally, we preview the upcoming finale of Survivor: San Juan del Sur (1:02:16).


In this week's episode we discuss the Late Late Show's interim hosts (2:49), North Korea's possible hack into Sony (8:58) and the new Star Wars VII teaser trailer (15:48). We also review The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (23:26), the first half of The Good Wife's sixth season (37:02) and The Walking Dead's fifth midseason finale "Coda" (47:37).


In this week's episode we discuss Jennifer Lawrence's missing Dumb and Dumber To cameo (2:14), the 18th Hollywood Film Awards (including Johnny Depp's strange presentation) (7:07) and who People Magazine named the Sexiest Man Alive (15:43). We also wind down the first six episodes of Saturday Night Live's 40th season (19:58), the premiere of State of Affairs  (37:38) and the addicting podcast Serial (47:00).

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In this week's episode we discuss the recently announced Toy Story 4 (1:28), changes to FOX including the revival of Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? (8:19) and the Discovery Channel special where a man will be eaten by a snake (14:38). We also give reviews to Too Many Cooks (20:15), Interstellar (21:53) and Birdman: The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance (37:56). Finally, we look at The Comeback's season two premiere "Valerie Makes a Pilot" (48:40).

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In this week's episode we discuss the Charlie Brown and Scandal Halloween controversy (1:35), the nominations for the 41st People's Choice Awards (6:13) and the new contestants on Celebrity Apprentice season 7 (16:34). We also wind down the merge episode of Survivor: San Juan del Sur - Blood vs Water entitled "Million Dollar Decision" (21:36). Finally, we look at the series finale of Boardwalk Empire "Eldorado" (37:19) and the first four episodes of Jane the Virgin (46:13).


In this week's Halloween special we react to Neil Patrick Harris being named host of the 87th Academy Awards (2:44). We also discuss television streaming news including HBO's stand alone service (6:55), CBS' All Access (9:56), Simpsons World (15:09) and Friends coming to Netflix (17:12). Finally, we countdown our 10 most memorable Halloween television episodes (19:02).

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In this week's episode we discuss the nominees for the 42nd American Music Awards (1:53). We also look at ISIS' effect on Archer (8:58), Billy Eichner's feud with Burger King (12:58) and Nielsen's software bug (17:00). Finally, we wind down the fifth season premiere of The Walking Dead called "No Sanctuary" (22:00) and the pilots of both The Affair (36:10) and Marry Me (46:49).


In this week's episode we discuss developing TV shows from NBC (2:56) and upcoming crime dramas including the return of Twin Peaks (7:52). We also review the movie version of Gone Girl (15:35). Finally, we wind down the pilot of Gracepoint (29:30), the fifth season premiere of Bob's Burgers called "Work Hard or Die Trying, Girl" (39:43) and the pilot of Mulaney (46:54).


In this week's episode we discuss Yvette Nicole Brown leaving Community (2:13), Donald Glover joining Magic Mike XXL (7:30), and a Twilight short-film contest (10:59). We also wind down the fall pilots of How To Get Away with Murder (17:54) and Black-ish (25:52) plus The Simpsons/Family Guy crossover called "The Simpsons Guy" (36:25). Finally, we get a second opinion on CBS' new show Scorpion (46:55).


In this week's episode we discuss the casting of both True Detective season two (2:40) and of Ted 2 (9:58). We also discuss the ratings and proposed changes to FOX's Utopia (15:13). Finally, we wind down the premiere of Survivor: San Juan del Sur - Blood vs Water (24:13) and the finale of Big Brother 16 (42:25).


In this week's episode David is joined with guest co-host John Berwick to discuss the most liked fall television stars (2:08) and the changes for Saturday Night Live's 40th season (13:28). We also wind down the new pilots for ABC's Selfie (20:10), FOX's Red Band Society (27:43) and NBC's A to Z (36:33). Finally, we preview next week's Big Brother 16 finale (45:43).


In this week's special clip episode we wind down all of season two of Netflix's Orange is the New Black. Over three clips from previous podcasts we look at episodes 1-4 (2:02), then 5-9 (19:22), and finally 10-13 (33:52).

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In this week's episode we discuss the 2014 VMAs (1:46), the cast and twist announcement of Survivor 29 (7:51), and the potential Full House revival (14:51). We also wind down the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards that took place on Monday, August 25th 2014 (19:52).


In our fourth annual Emmy prediction special David and Mike try to predict the very unpredictable 2014 Primetime Emmy Awards in all the major categories. The 66th Primetime Emmys are on Monday, August 25th on NBC and will be hosted by Seth Meyers.

We first discuss how Seth will do (1:52) and give our miscellaneous predictions for various smaller categories (5:02). We then predict (in order) drama supporting actress (10:36), drama supporting actor (15:05), comedy supporting actress (20:04), comedy supporting actor (26:40), drama lead actress (31:25), drama lead actor (37:13), comedy lead actress (42:25), comedy lead actor (47:57), drama series (52:24) and comedy series (57:00). Along the way we also veto a nomination in every category and replace the nominee with another who we believe deserves that spot.


In this week's episode we discuss Allison Williams in NBC's Peter Pan Live (2:16), a Ghostbusters reboot with all women (7:08), and a School of Rock television series (12:07). We also review Boyhood (15:30) and Guardians of the Galaxy (21:14). Finally, we wind down the first three episodes of Masters of Sex season two (27:37) and Big Brother 16 on the night of the first double eviction (38:24).


In this week's episode we react to the 66th Primetime Emmy nominations that were announced on July 10th 2014. After giving some overall stats (2:50), we look at the good (10:28), the bad (19:20) and the snubs/surprises (29:50).


In this week's special episode David is joined with guest co-host John Berwick to discuss and break down the 1984 classic film Ghostbusters in celebration of the film's 30th anniversary.

Besides from breaking down the movie scene by scene, we look at the film's legacy, discuss possible sequel rumors, and name the top five quotes from the film. Ghostbusters was released in 1984 by Columbia Pictures and stars Bill Murrary, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver and Harold Ramis.

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In this week's episode we discuss the pre-premiere cancellation of Hieroglyph (2:21) and the post-cancellation revival of Community (4:19). We also discuss the film The Interview and the potential "merciless counter-measure" that may result (13:35). Finally, we wind down the first week of Big Brother 16 (20:25) and the series premieres of The Leftovers (37:45) and Girl Meets World (50:55).


In this week's episode we discuss new Saturday Night Live ice cream flavors (1:59), the new writer and director for Star Wars VIII (5:53), and the production changes of Better Call Saul (9:35). We also wind down the season finale of Fargo called "Morton's Fork" (16:30) and the final third of Orange is the New Black's second season (35:14). Finally, we preview the premiere of Big Brother 16 (52:22) and cover TNT's The Last Ship in a new viewer segment (1:06:44).

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In this week's episode we react to the nominees for the 2014 Teen Choice Awards (1:28), discuss Frozen's effect on baby names (11:00), and consider being killed off by George R.R. Martin for charity (16:37). We also wind down the season four finale of Game of Thrones called "The Children" (21:15), the entire fourth season of Louie (33:28), and the middle third of Orange is the New Black's second season (49:28).

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In this week's episode we discuss the 68th Tony Awards (1:59) and react to the initial ballots for the 66th Emmy Awards (6:30). We also wind down the first third of Orange is the New Black's second season (27:00), Veep's two-part season three finale "Crate/New Hampshire" (45:50) and The Americans' season two finale "Echo" (54:15).

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In this week's episode we discuss the most liked summer box office stars (1:20), the latest casting news for Star Wars Episode VII (11:29), and a possible Indiana Jones reboot with Robert Pattinson (18:56). We also wind down Game of Thrones' "The Mountain and the Viper" (23:58), the season two finale of Hannibal "Mizumono" (34:39) and the premiere of Halt and Catch Fire "I/O" (46:05).


In this week's episode we discuss new details for True Detective season two (2:00) and react to the nominees for the 30th Television Critics Association Awards (7:30). We also wind down the season finale of Survivor: Cagayan "It's Do or Die" (19:06), the season five finale of Modern Family "The Wedding Parts 1 & 2" (33:27) and the season seven finale of Mad Men "Waterloo" (42:57).


In this week's episode we discuss the network upfront for each network including NBC (2:23), FOX (11:19), CBS (24:00), and ABC (35:45). This includes Community's cancellation, the end of animation domination for FOX, CBS passing on How I Met Your Dad, and ABC's Marvel schedule, respectively. We also wind down the series finale of Trophy Wife "Mother's Day" (46:10) and the season three finale of New Girl "Cruise" (53:05). Finally, we preview the Survivor: Cagayan finale by analyzing the second to last episode "Straw That Broke the Camel's Back" (1:02:25).


In this week's episode we discuss various late night news including Craig Ferguson leaving The Late Late Show (2:52) and Seth Meyers hosting the Emmys this fall (10:20). We also discuss the latest picked up pilots from both NBC (14:50) and FOX (21:30) including Marry Me and Gotham respectively. Finally, we wind down the season four finale of Portlandia "Getting Away" (29:20), the season four premiere of Louie "Back/Model" (38:40) and the premiere of 24: Live Another Day "Day 9: 11AM-1PM" (52:00).


In this week's episode we discuss judge changes on The Voice (2:22), Danny Boyle replacing David Fincher on the Steve Jobs biopic (11:44), and Aaron Sorkin's apology for The Newsroom (17:56). We also wind down the season five finale of Community "Basic Sandwich" (23:33), the season five finale of Parenthood "The Pontiac" (35:55) and the season three finale of Scandal "The Price of Free and Fair Election" (46:14).

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In this week's episode we discuss updates on The Giver film (2:32), Stephen Colbert becoming the new host of the Late Show (4:32), the 2014 MTV Movie Awards (13:00), and finally the possible TV show based on The Truman Show (18:57). We also wind down the series premiere of Fargo "The Crocodile's Dilemma" (24:03), the season six premiere of Nurse Jackie "Sink or Swim" (36:40) and the season seven premiere of Mad Men "Time Zones" (44:14).

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In this week's special HBO episode we discuss David Letterman's retirement news (3:11), James Franco's Instagram scandal (14:22) and NBC's Comedy Playground initiative (19:55). We also wind down the season four premiere of Game of Thrones "Two Swords" (26:35), the series premiere of Silicon Valley "Minimum Viable Product" (39:00) and the season three premiere of Veep "Some New Beginnings" (51:33).

 

Please note this episode was recored on April 8th 2014 (two days before Stephen Colbert was named as the replacement for David Letterman on the Late Show).


It is March and that only means one thing: March Madness! Even though we do not discuss sports we still wanted to join the bracket fun and make one for ourselves.

In this special episode we reveal who the listeners picked for the best living actor or actress. In our third annual March Madness bracket the final four were Sandra Bullock, Robert DeNiro, Leonardo DiCaprio and Meryl Streep. But in the end, who took home the title?

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In this week's episode we recap the Emmy category changes for True Detective, Orange is the New Black and Shameless (1:55). We also review some House of Cards legal drama (12:41) and University of Iowa's problem with HBO's Girls (16:58). Finally, we wind down Girls' season three finale "Two Plane Rides" (16:58), The Good Wife's "Dramatics, Your Honor/The Last Call" (32:19) and the How I Met Your Mother series finale "Last Forever" (41:47). 


In this week's episode we recap Justin Bieber's deposition video and legal troubles (2:54), Ivan Reitman stepping down from Ghostbusters 3 (9:57) and our initial thoughts regarding the first trailer for The Giver (15:45). We also wind down Justified's "Weight" (24:01), Hannibal's "Hassun" (33:20) and The Walking Dead's "The Grove" (43:00). Finally, we explain the results of round two and three of our third annual March Madness bracket (57:49).

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In this week's episode we recap the 86th Academy Awards (1:53) including Batkid's snubbed segment (4:38) and the feud between the writer and director of "12 Years A Slave" (10:00). We also wind down Resurrection's pilot called "The Returned" (14:10), the premiere of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey (24:19) and the season one finale of True Detective called "Form and Void" (36:29). Finally, we explain our third annual March Madness bracket and who moved on to round two (54:11).


In this week's episode David and Mike try to predict the very unpredictable 2014 Oscars in all the major categories. The 86th Academy Awards are on Sunday, March 2nd on ABC and will be hosted by Ellen DeGeneres.

 

We discuss how Ellen will do (3:50) and provide some Oscar facts and trivia (10:18). We then discuss (in order) best animated feature (17:43), best original song (20:31), best adapted screenplay (22:34), best original screenplay (31:17), best supporting actress (38:10), best supporting actor (47:09), best actress (54:59), best actor (1:00:00), best director (1:08:19), and best picture (1:13:11).

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In this week's episode we recap the 2014 BAFTA Awards (2:03) and Shia LaBeouf's strange behavior and art exhibit (9:12). We also look at the future projects from the cast and crew of How I Met Your Mother including Greta Gerwig being cast in How I Met Your Dad (15:45). Finally, we wind down Amazon's "Pilot" for Transparent (25:22), the premiere episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (37:05) and the first few chapters of House of Cards season two (49:00). 


In this week's 50th podcast and Super Bowl special we recap Super Bowl XLVIII (3:40) including the halftime show (7:26) and commercials (13:35). We also pay our respects to the great Philip Seymour Hoffman (30:02). Finally, we also wind down the Super Bowl episodes of various FOX shows. These include Bob's Burgers' "Easy Com-mercial, Easy Go-mmercial" (34:46), New Girl's "Prince" (43:18) and Brooklyn Nine-Nine's "Operation: Broken Feather" (53:53).


In this week's episode we recap the 56th Annual Grammy Awards (1:39). We also discuss the new co-host named for Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update (17:20). Finally, we wind down Parenthood's "You Got Mold" (22:48), How I Met Your Mother's "How Your Mother Met Me" (33:05), and the first three episodes of Looking (47:30).

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In this week's episode we preview the 2014 Oscar race by discussing recent award shows including the Critics' Choice, SAG, and PGA (1:44). We also discuss the latest from the Television Critics Association Press Tour for NBC (11:52) and a lawsuit regarding FOX's New Girl (19:55). Finally, we wind down Sherlock's "The Empty Hearse" (26:17), Community's season five (36:16), and True Detective's "The Long Bright Dark" and "Seeing Things" (49:41).

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In this week's episode we recap the 2014 Golden Globes (1:57) and discuss the latest from the Television Critics Association Press Tour for both FOX (14:16) and FX (21:37). This includes FOX's plan to bypass pilot season and new FX pilots from Louis C.K. and Charlie Kaufman. We also wind down Archer's "White Elephant" (27:19), Girls' "Females Only" & "Truth or Dare" (36:49) and Enlisted's "Pilot" (47:42).


In this week's episode David and Mike try to predict the very unpredictable 2014 Golden Globe Awards in all the major television (4:53) and film (31:35) categories.

 

The 71st Golden Globes are on Sunday, January 12th on NBC and will be hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. 

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Category:Podcast -- posted at: 11:27pm EDT

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