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  Slow Horses and Alias: What makes a great spy show? 14.09.2026 1時間 2分

  With the return of Apple TV's Slow Horses, Alan and Kathryn discuss the show's willingness to kill beloved characters off as well as the dichotomy of running-spies and strolling-spies. Then the pair navigate the many twists and turns of J.J. Abrams' own spy show, Alias.00:00 Introduction01:15 October's Patreon episode02:33 The Emmys, weekend one08:24 Fleabag's tenth anniversary10:00 Slow Horses37:17 AliasSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Colin From Accounts or Wishbone: Who's the goodest boy? 07.09.2026 54分

  This week, Alan and Kathryn's attention is briefly distracted by the return of Australian rom-com Colin from Accounts, causing them to unexpectedly veer into an impassioned discussion of the wonderful 90s PBS show Wishbone.00:00 Introduction01:11 The newest Patreon episode: Party Down01:48 The Simpsons - Kathryn's blind spot03:24 Colin From Accounts27:10 WishboneSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  [Patreon Preview] Party Down: "Sin Say Shun Awards Afterparty" 07.09.2026 10分

  For our special Labor Day Patreon-exclusive episode, Alan & Kathryn revisit Party Down, one of the most underrated sitcoms of the twenty-first century, in a discussion that is both long and interesting.Hear the full episode on Patreon at https://patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Why do we love Adults so much? 31.08.2026 1時間 16分

  With the celebrated return of FX's Adults this week, Alan & Kathryn dedicate the episode to the sitcom's triumphant second season. Then, the pair sit down with Adults' creators Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw for an in-depth discussion on the things they love about TV.00:00 Introduction01:26 Next month's Patreon episode02:30 The fall TV slate04:14 What's Alan plugging?05:30 Kathryn wants off of the Great American Road Trip07:58 Sons of Anarchy's meta-sequel11:00 Adults31:29 Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw interviewFor next week's episode, you can watch the two Wishbone episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-V0XaODnKvA&list=WL&index=2 & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_ImiOm0ulI&list=WL&index=1Support us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Is Sterling Point the best YA soap since The OC? 24.08.2026 1時間 9分

  In this week's episode, Alan & Kathryn discuss the teen hit of the summer - Prime soap Sterling Point - including lauding the talents of Ella Rubin. Then, we look back at soap history to the early 2000s, through the lens of Josh Schwartz's opus The OC.00:00 Introduction1:07 Hayden Panettiere04:40 Kathryn's throat, and various teams05:30 Lanterns timeline watch09:15 Every Summer After ain't no Sterling Point10:23 Sterling Point38:33 The OCSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Does Lanterns want to be a comic book show? 17.08.2026 1時間 2分

  The latest instalment in the DC Universe arrives this week, and Alan & Kathryn are here to share their thoughts on HBO's Lanterns. Then, a throwback tribute to a legendary superhero one-hit wonder, The Middleman.00:00 Intro01:09 September Patreon Poll Results03:04 A Patreon Correction03:58 Kathryn's Voice: Why Does It Sound Like That?05:54 Alan's Audiobook11:35 Swiss Bones14:36 Alan's Watching Watchmen15:51 The Bluey Years19:09 Lanterns41:23 The MiddlemanSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Why is Ted Lasso back, exactly? 10.08.2026 1時間 3分

  With the return of Apple TV's flagship comedy looming, Alan & Kathryn attempt to untangle the complicated road that brought Ted Lasso back for a fourth season. Then the pair compare sports comedies past and present with the Aaron Sorkin breakthrough Sports Night.00:00 Intro/Foreign TV Is Good11:00 Ted Lasso36:55 Sports NightSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Wait, the creator of New Girl made a cop show? 03.08.2026 1時間 3分

  Alan & Kathryn take a tour through Furious, the new Hulu crime drama from Elizabeth Meriwether. Then, they discuss the history of her hangout sitcom New Girl through the lens of its exceptional second season episode "Cooler".00:00 Intro/The Gilmore Girls Minute04:16 Furious35:01 New GirlSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  [Patreon Preview] The Leftovers: "Axis Mundi" 03.08.2026 11分

  August's special Patreon-exclusive episode sees Alan and Kathryn break down the historic course correction of The Leftover's second season, beginning with its premiere episode "Axis Mundi". But first, an important celebrity sighting.See the full episode on Patreon at https://patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  When spinoffs get too weird 27.07.2026 1時間 13分

  We've got spinoff fever this week, as Alan and Kathryn try to figure out the point of Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, the latest of the Big Bang Theory offshoots. Then, Kathryn celebrates the underwater clowns of The Brady Variety Hour while Alan tries to explain the potted history of Mrs Columbo. Lastly, the pair check in with the complete third season of The Vampire Lestat.00:00 Intro/Housekeeping04:40 Stuart Fails to Save the Universe26:15 Spinoffs54:03 The Vampire Lestat SpoilersSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Does Lucky give us Anya Taylor joy? 20.07.2026 57分

  Alan & Kathryn discuss the thrills and limits of Lucky, Anya Taylor-Joy's newest star vehicle, before returning to her breakout role in Netflix's The Queen's Gambit.00:00 Intro01:00 Important Bluey Research07:35 August's Patreon Episode Revealed09:28 The Hawk13:27 Emmys Reactions16:51 Lucky36:23 The Queen's GambitSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Are Little House on the Prairie and Deadwood the same show? 13.07.2026 1時間 3分

  This week's newest show is the Netflix remake of Little House of the Prairie, which Alan and Kathryn compare against the classic HBO drama Deadwood.00:00 Intro/Posterwatch05:41 Little House on the Prairie39:45 DeadwoodSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  [Patreon Preview] The Americans: "START" 06.07.2026 7分

  Things are topsy-turvy at the office in this month's special Patreon-exclusive episode of TV Is Good, as Alan and Kathryn discuss one of the greatest series finales of all time: The Americans' "START".To hear the full episode, subscribe to our Patreon at Patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Elle, Hannibal, and the prequel problem 06.07.2026 1時間 4分

  Starting with a discussion of the new Legally Blonde prequel series Elle, Alan and Kathryn examine the phenomenon of prequels in general before discussing one of their favourites - the NBC procedural Hannibal.Support us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Does The Bear earn a starred review? 29.06.2026 1時間 18分

  In a special extra-length discussion, Alan and Kathryn dissect the final season of The Bear. Then, a tribute to legendary sitcom director James Burrows precedes a chat with Tatiana Maslany about the TV she loves.00:00 Intro/Smash That Like Button06:25 The Bear01:03:29 James Burrows/Tatiana MaslanySupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Do we finally like House of the Dragon? 22.06.2026 1時間 4分

  This week sees Alan and Kathryn grapple with the promising third season of House of the Dragon, followed by an examination of the astonishing series finale of Dinosaurs.00:00 Intro11:36 Widow's Bay45:17 DinosaursSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Is Widow's Bay more cursed than Gilligan's Island? 15.06.2026 1時間 12分

  Alan and Kathryn cast away to the sleeper hit of the TV season, Widow's Bay, before building a critique of Gilligan's Island out of nothing but bamboo and coconuts.00:00 Intro/Go New York Go!13:23 Widow's Bay42:06 Gilligan's IslandSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Vampire Lestat & Buffy the Vampire Slayer 08.06.2026 1時間 14分

  The stakes have never been higher! Alan and Kathryn reflect on the upcoming season of The Vampire Lestat (formerly Interview With the Vampire), before reckoning with the complicated legacy of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.00:00 Intro/Kathryn's Kimmel Profile14:17 The Vampire Lestat38:27 Buffy the Vampire SlayerSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  [Patreon Preview] Mad Men: "The Suitcase" 01.06.2026 10分

  In this special preview of the first Patreon-exclusive episode of TV Is Good, Alan and Kathryn promise to break down one of their favorite episodes of Mad Men. But first, a short tale of an ill-fated trip to the zoo.To hear the full episode, subscribe to our Patreon at Patreon.com/tvisgoodpodSupport us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Love Island & Lost 01.06.2026 1時間 1分

  With the new season of Love Island USA on the horizon, Kathryn tries to convince Alan to couple up with the show, before the two flash back to the classic Lost episode "The Constant".Support us on PatreonRead Alan at What's Alan Watching? and Kathryn at VulturePreorder Alan's Rod Serling biography & get the bonus essayPre-order Kathryn's Bluey book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.