In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the fourth season of The Bear.

What is behind the President’s hatred of Rosie O’Donnell? Is Squid Game: The Challenge as abominable as it sounds? What were the biggest streaming shows in the first half of 2025? And did The Bear season 4 improve upon what we saw in season 3? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!

Homework for next week:

• Smoke Season 1 eps 1-5 (Apple TV+)

Shownotes:

• 01:30 - TV News
• Donald Trump tries to revoke Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship
• Larry David Returning to HBO With Obamas-Produced Sketch Series
• Squid Game: The Challenge renewed
• Streaming Ratings: ‘Bluey’ Reign Continues in First Half of 2025, ‘Squid Game’ Leads Originals
• ‘Harry Potter’ First Look
• 43:30 - The Bear Season 4

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