Original Content

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September 27, 2018Sharp Objects
We're joined by Anna Escher as take a break from streaming shows to discuss HBO's "Sharp Objects," a Missouri-set mystery starring Amy Adams as a troubled journalist. (We couldn't avoid some mild spoilers throughout the episode, but there's a warning before we get to the big one.)
We also discuss the Emmy Awards, particular the big wins for Amazon's "Marvelous Mrs. Maisel".
Links:
[Amazon’s ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ wins big at the Emmys][1]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/17/emmy-awards-2018/
49 min
September 15, 2018Insatiable on Netflix
This week, Original Content's original co-host Darrell Etherington re-joins us to review "Insatiable," the infamous new Netflix comedy that's been renewed for a second season (though that happened after we recorded the episode). We also discuss Henry Cavill's new role as the lead in an adaptation of "The Witcher."
Links:
['Insatiable' Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix][1]
[Henry Cavill to Star in ‘Witcher’ Series at Netflix][2]
[1]: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/insatiable-renewed-season-2-at-netflix-1142810
[2]: https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/henry-cavill-the-witcher-netflix-series-1202925521/
53 min
September 01, 2018Evil Genius and more true crime
This week, we review a selection of true crime shows on Netflix, including Evil Genius, The Staircase, Manunter: Unabomber and MIndhunter. We also have thoughts about Hulu's potential revival of Veronica Mars and Netflix buying the rights to The Great British Baking Show.
Links:
[Veronica Mars revival starring Kristen Bell is in the works at Hulu][1]
[Netflix Mixes In Three New Seasons Of ‘The Great British Baking Show’ For U.S.][2]
[1]:https://ew.com/tv/2018/08/21/veronica-mars-hulu/
[2]:https://deadline.com/2018/08/netflix-mixes-in-three-new-seasons-of-the-great-british-baking-show-for-u-s-1202451357/
1 hr
August 18, 2018To All The Boys I've Loved Before
This week, we're joined by Taylor Nakagawa to review Netflix's new high school romantic comedy "To All The Boys I've Loved Before." We also discuss Amazon's rumored plans to buy a movie theater chain, the fact that "Crazy Rich Asians" isn't a Netflix movie and Netflix's new deal with "Black-ish" creator Kenya Barris.
Links:
[Coming to a theater near you: Amazon?][1]
[The Stakes Are High for 'Crazy Rich Asians' — And That's the Point][2]
[Netflix signs exclusive deal with ‘Black-ish’ creator Kenya Barris][3]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/16/night-of-the-living-amazon/
[2]:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/features/crazy-rich-asians-story-behind-rom-com-1130965
[3]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/16/netflix-kenya-barris/
37 min
August 12, 2018Disenchantment on Netflix
This week, we're joined by Brian Heater to review "Disenchantment," the new Netflix animated series from the creator of "The Simpsons" and "Futurama." We also discuss Apple's plans for comedy from the "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia" team, as well as the latest developments with Disney's streaming service.
Links:
[Matt Groening goes back to the drawing board for ‘Disenchantment’][1]
[Apple orders a show about a video game studio from the ‘It’s Always Sunny’ gang][2]
[Disney may offer a discounted bundle of Hulu, ESPN+ and its new streaming service][3]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/03/matt-groening-goes-back-to-the-drawing-board-for-disenchantment/
[2]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/10/apple-orders-a-show-about-a-video-game-studio-from-the-its-always-sunny-gang/
[3]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/08/disney-may-offer-a-discounted-bundle-of-hulu-espn-and-its-new-streaming-service/
1 hr 1 min
August 04, 2018The new season of Orange Is The New Black
This week, Megan Rose Dickey joins us to discuss Season 6 of Orange Is The New Black. We also cover Netflix's pickup of an Andy Serkis-directed version Animal Farm, the streamer's plans for a Madam CJ Walker series starring Octavia Spencer, and the ongoing troubles at MoviePass.
Links:
[Netflix Acquires George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’; Andy Serkis Directs & Matt Reeves Produces][1]
[Octavia Spencer to Star in ‘Madam C.J. Walker’ on Netflix][2]
[MoviePass will raise prices to $15 a month while limiting access to blockbuster films][3]
[1]:https://deadline.com/2018/08/animal-farm-andy-serkis-directs-netflix-george-orwell-matt-reeves-1202438261/
[2]:https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/arts/television/octavia-spencer-madam-cj-walker-netflix.html
[3]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/07/31/moviepass-will-raise-prices-to-15-a-month-while-limiting-access-to-blockbuster-films/
40 min
August 01, 2018Hulu's Castle Rock
This week, Sarah Perez joins us to review Castle Rock, the new Stephen King-inspired show on Hulu. We also discuss James Gunn's firing from Guardians of the Galaxy and Discovery's plans for a streaming service of its very own.
Links
[James Gunn fired from ‘Guardians of the Galaxy 3’ after offensive tweets resurface][1]
[Discovery may launch its own streaming service, too][2]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/07/20/james-gunn-fired-from-guardians-of-the-galaxy-3-after-offensive-tweets-resurface/
[2]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/07/27/discovery-may-launch-its-own-streaming-service-too/
31 min
July 17, 2018Netflix's Nanette
This week, we're joined by Brian Heater to review Nanette, a comedy special from Hannah Gadsby that challenges the format of your standard comedy special — while still being pretty funny itself. We also discuss this year's Emmy nominations, which saw Netflix overtake HBO with the nominations.
Links
[For the first time, Netflix tops HBO for most Emmy nominations][1]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/07/12/netflix-emmy-nominations/
1 hr 4 min
June 30, 2018Summer movie madness!
This week, we're joined by Greg Kumparak to argue about some of the big movies of the spring and summer, including A Quiet Place, Solo, The Incredibles 2, Ocean's 8 and Avengers: Infinity War. Also covered: The new superhero-centric streaming service from DC Entertainment and Apple's subscriptions plans.
Links:
[DC Entertainment opens sign ups for its streaming and digital comics service][1]
[Apple could bundle TV, music and news in a single subscription][2]
[‘Solo’ is a serviceable Star Wars story][3]
[‘Avengers: Infinity War’ is an overstuffed adventure with a terrific villain][4]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/06/28/dc-universe/
[2]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/06/28/apple-could-bundle-tv-music-and-news-in-a-single-subscription/
[3]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/05/22/solo-is-a-serviceable-star-wars-story/
[4]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/04/24/avengers-infinity-war-is-an-overstuffed-adventure-with-a-terrific-villain/
1 hr 6 min
June 25, 2018The new Netflix rom com Set It Up and Instagram's new YouTube competitor
This week, we're joined by Jon Shieber to review the new Netflix romantic comedy "Set It Up." We also discuss the latest streaming video news, including Instagram's big product announcement, plus Apple's decision to pick up "Little America" and partner with Sesame Workshop.
Links:
[Instagram launches IGTV app for creators, 1-hour video uploads][1]
[Apple picks up the immigrant anthology series ‘Little America’ for its streaming service][2]
[Sesame Workshop will produce children’s shows for Apple][3]
[1]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/06/20/igtv/
[2]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/06/20/apple-picks-up-the-immigrant-anthology-series-little-america-for-its-streaming-service/
[3]:https://techcrunch.com/2018/06/20/sesame-workshop-apple/
47 min

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