In this episode, we break from our usual format to discuss the first half of Zero Day, Netflix's new limited series starring Robert De Niro. We dive into the show's slow pacing, political themes, and De Niro's performance as a former U.S. president navigating cyberterrorism, domestic threats, and his own unraveling mind. Along the way, we examine the series' muddled messaging and whether its six-hour runtime is justified. Wikipedia page for Zero Day. TV shows recommended this episode:

• Mindhunter
• The Diplomat

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