Dual Redundancy's 2023: Year in Review

We will back in January with all new episodes but as we wait Dave, John and Kyle are here to give a quick look back at their favorite podcast moments from 2023.

All of our podcasts from the past year are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. You can search for specific episodes on the blog or play all 24+ live shows (which we originally streamed on Twitch) with this special YouTube playlist.

Specifically here are a few shows that stood out to us in 2023:

• DR 416 - Predicting the 95th Academy Awards vs. The Good, The Bad & The Watchable Podcast
• DR 421 - Summer 2023 Movie Preview and Annual Box Office Draft
• DR 429 - Barbenheimer! Barbie and Oppenheimer Movie Reviews
• DR 431 - Google's AI Chatbot Bard Predicts the 75th Primetime Emmys
• DR 434 - Winding Down 2023: Your Favorites in Movies, TV and Pop Culture

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Podcast Episode 434: Winding Down 2023: Your Favorites in Movies, TV and Pop Culture

In this week's special episode David, John and Kyle are here to look back at entertainment in 2023. We also reveal the results for your favorite movies (2:45), returning TV shows (14:35), new TV shows (32:45), TV miniseries (42:30) and pop culture moments (51:10) from the past year.

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Podcast Episode 433: Fall 2023 Movie and TV Catch-Up! Squid Game: The Challenge, The Curse, Fargo and More

 

We're back baby! In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss Warner Bros shelving Coyote vs Acme movie as a tax write-off and why the U.S. Government may be getting involved (2:50). We also discuss HBO's secret army of Twitter accounts to push back against TV critics (9:45). Next, we preview the upcoming Fallout series on Prime Video by reacting to the teaser trailer (14:35). Finally, we catch-up on everything we missed and are watching from the fall of 2023 including Squid Game: The Challenge (21:40), The Killer (32:55), Gen V (38:00), The Curse (42:55), Fargo (48:30) and Killers of the Flower Moon (55:45)!

 

Be sure to vote in our annual media survey before the results are revealed live in our final show of 2023!

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Podcast Episode 432: Summer 2023 Box Office Draft Results

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the end of the WGA strike (2:00), ads coming to Amazon Prime Video (5:00) and celebrity charity auctions to benefit out of work crew members (12:45). We also reveal the results of our summer box office draft and discuss all the top movies of summer 2023 (16:15)!

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Podcast Episode 431: Google's AI Chatbot Bard Predicts the 75th Primetime Emmys (Emmys 2023)

 

Before the WGA and SAG strikes postponed the 75th Primetime Emmys from September to January this week our hosts would have had their annual Emmy predictions. Instead in this week's special episode David, John and Kyle react to the predictions made by Google's AI chatbot Bard (10:45). Can artificial intelligence predict the correct winners better than our hosts? But before we share Bard's predictions, we discuss how an AI-generated song using vocals from Drake and The Weeknd may possibly be eligible to compete at the Grammys (2:15).

 

For our Emmy nomination reaction special please click here. 

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Podcast Episode 430: Summer 2023 Catch-Up!

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss Rolling Stone's list of the top 50 worst decisions in TV history (2:20) and a possible further complication to the WGA & SAG strikes (11:05). They also discuss Google & Universal Music's attempt to legitimize deep fake songs (15:30), a court ruling regarding AI-created art (19:55) and Netflix's latest dating show called Deep Fake Love (25:30). Finally, we catch-up on everything we missed covering this summer including It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16 (29:35), What We Do in the Shadows season 5 (34:10), The Righteous Gemstones season 3 (38:25), The Other Two season 3 (44:40), How to With John Wilson season 3 (50:20), The Super Mario Bros. Movie (53:55) and Big Brother 25 (1:00:00).

 

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Podcast Episode 429: Barbenheimer! Barbie and Oppenheimer Movie Reviews

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the possibility of news and live sports coming to Max (2:00), an update on Uncle Stan (a potential spinoff of The Office's Stanley Hudson character) (9:25) and why AMC Theaters is phasing out their variable ticket pricing (15:40). Next we review Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer (22:05) and Greta Gerwig's Barbie films (41:05). Finally, we discuss the Barbenheimer phenomenon and what lessons Hollywood is taking from it (50:15).

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Podcast Episode 428: Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, Wonka Trailer and The Bear Season 2

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss updates from the SAG-AFTRA strike (1:45), Redbox's partnership with TikTok (14:05) and The Flash Web3 Movie Experience (20:00). We also preview the upcoming Wonka movie starring Timothée Chalamet by discussing the new trailer (25:35). Next we review Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One and how it compares to other films in the franchise (33:40). Finally, we discuss overall thoughts on The Bear season two (52:35).

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Podcast Episode 427: Reacting to the 75th Primetime Emmy Nominations (Emmys 2023)

 

In this week's special episode David, John and Kyle react to the 2023 Emmy nominations! After breaking down some overall stats (1:45), we discuss all the surprises and snubs from the drama series (9:50), comedy series (27:45) and limited series (39:20) categories. After we break down the nominations we discuss the SAG-AFTRA strike and why the ceremony may be delayed from its September 18th airdate (51:25).

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Podcast Episode 426: Black Mirror Season 6, The Bear, The Righteous Gemstones and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle we discuss Ryan Murphy's rumored return deal to Disney from Netflix (1:55). We also discuss all the current issues at Warner Bros. Discovery including WBD licensing HBO content to Netflix (8:00), the sale of the studio's music assets (14:00) and the cost-cutting at Turner Classic Movies (18:10). Next we review the entire sixth season of Black Mirror (25:20). Finally, we discuss Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (39:00), the season two premiere of The Bear (44:30) and the season three premiere of The Righteous Gemstones (49:40).

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Podcast Episode 425: The Idol Series Premiere and The Third Seasons of Ted Lasso, Dave and I Think You Should Leave

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss The Ringer's 40 best TV finales of the 21st century rankings (1:55) and Amazon Prime Video's dialogue boost feature (12:15). We also explain what is Netflix grinding (17:40) and if Netflix's password sharing crackdown is working (21:45). Next we review the series premiere of The Idol starring Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd (28:45). Finally, we discuss the third seasons of I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (44:45), Dave (51:45) and Ted Lasso (56:35).

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Podcast Episode 424: Succession and Barry Series Finales Plus the Launch of Max

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the transition from HBO Max to Max and the issue that irked both the writers and directors guilds with this new app (1:45). We also say goodbye to two prestige HBO shows: Succession and Barry. In our spoiler-filled discussions we discuss the series finale of Succession entitled "With Open Eyes" (16:05) before discussing the series finale of Barry entitled "wow" (45:40).

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Podcast Episode 423: White House Plumbers & Bupkis Series Premieres and Flamin' Hot Movie Trailer

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss a viral Netflix contract that would grant the company free use of simulating an actor's voice with AI (1:40), the end of Netflix's DVDs by mail service (9:25) and news that Disney+ and Hulu will be pseudo-merged into an "one-app experience" (13:30). Next we preview the upcoming Flamin' Hot Cheetos movie by discussing the new trailer (25:35). Finally we review the series premiere of HBO's White House Plumbers miniseries (31:50) before sharing some Quick Checks on The West Wing (43:10), Bupkis (50:35) and Like a Dragon: Ishin (58:30). 

Plus be sure to listen to the very end for a very special "mini-episode" of Dual Redundancy hosted by "David", "John" and "Kyle"

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Podcast Episode 422: James Corden's Final Late Late Show, Beau is Afraid and Barry Season 4 Midpoint

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the WGA strike (2:25) and why AI is one topic writers want policy rules on (7:50). We also say goodbye to James Corden as he finishes his run on The Late Late Show (20:10). Finally, we review the new Ari Aster film Beau is Afraid (32:55) before discussing the first half of Barry's fourth and final season (42:50).

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Podcast Episode 421: Summer 2023 Movie Preview and Annual Box Office Draft

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle preview the movies coming out this summer with their sixth annual summer box office draft! What blockbusters will make the most money this summer and what films should you have on your radar?

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Podcast Episode 420: Barbie Trailer, Succession Episode "Connor's Wedding" and the Premieres of Beef, Jury Duty and Dave

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss a potential Game of Thrones spin-off series (1:55) and a Harry Potter TV series reboot (8:30). We also preview the upcoming Barbie movie by discussing the new trailer (13:20). We then review the series premieres of Netflix's Beef (19:00) and Freevee's Jury Duty (28:25). Finally, we have a Quick Check on Dave's third season premiere (40:20) before reacting to the shocking twist of Succession's latest episode "Connor's Wedding" (46:20).

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Podcast Episode 419: Succession Season 4 Premiere and Quick Checks: Lucky Hank, Swarm, Yellowjackets & Ted Lasso

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the possibility of the Creed-verse after the success of Creed III (2:00), Paris Hilton's metaverse dating show (9:05) and a game show from Nick Cannon called "Who's Having My Baby?" (15:00) We then review the season four premiere of Succession entitled "The Munsters" (21:15) Finally, we have Quick Checks on the series premieres of Lucky Hank (41:40) and Swarm (43:20), the season two premiere of Yellowjackets (48:15) and the season three premiere of Ted Lasso (53:10).

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Podcast Episode 418: The Last of Us Season 1 Finale and 95th Academy Awards Recap (Oscars 2023)

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss everything from the 95th Academy Awards including the big winners, the surprising snubs and the overall ceremony (1:30). We also review the season one finale of The Last of Us and discuss the season as a whole (41:45).

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Podcast Episode 417: Chris Rock: Selective Outrage, Entertainment News Catch-Up & Quick Checks

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the results of the WGA Awards (1:55), James Cameron's recent admission about that Titanic ending (11:10) and why Ghostface from Scream is appearing on cameras all over the country (17:05). We also discuss some upcoming releases from Warner Bros. Discovery including new Lord of the Rings films (21:05), I Am Legend 2 (25:55) and an IT prequel series (32:45). We then head over to Netflix to discuss a Stranger Things stage play coming to London (36:50) and their first live streaming event: Chris Rock's Selective Outrage special (44:30). We react to the trailer of Apple TV+'s Ghosted film (55:45) before sharing some Quick Checks on Shrinking (1:00:05), Survivor 44 (1:02:40) and Rhythm Sprout (1:08:10).

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Podcast Episode 416: Predicting the 95th Academy Awards vs. The Good, The Bad & The Watchable Podcast (Oscars 2023)

In this week’s episode David and Kyle take on special guests Nick Boyle, Marc DeSisto and Nick Rojas from The Good, The Bad & The Watchable podcast in predicting the very unpredictable Oscars. In this special episode they try and forecast who will take home the Oscar in all the major categories for the 95th Academy Awards.

We discuss (in order) best original screenplay, best adapted screenplay, best supporting actress, best supporting actor, best actress, best actor, best director, and best picture.

For more Oscar predictions check out our social media and YouTube channels and for our Academy Award nomination reactions click here. 

Podcast Episode 415: Super Bowl LVII Commercials & Halftime Show and Entertainment News Catch-Up

 In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss Sightline at AMC and why middle seats at the movies will now cost you more (2:10). We also discuss Netflix's rules to curb password sharing (9:25) and a CGI kiss in one of their original films (18:25). Next we discuss new updates surrounding the Discovery+ and HBO Max mega app (23:45). Finally, in our last news story we discuss everything Paramount Global including the news that Showtime is merging into Paramount+ (28:45), the multiple spin-offs of Dexter and Billions that are in development (35:55) and what series is replacing James Corden's The Late Late Show (40:50). After all that, we discuss Super Bowl LVII including the halftime show (43:50) and all the big commercials (49:35).

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Podcast Episode 414: Poker Face Premiere and Quick Checks: Tar, Elvis, Pressure Cooker and All Quiet on the Western Front

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the filming conditions of the Squid Game reality series (1:50), the Writers Guild Award nominations and what this means for the Oscar best picture race (8:45) and how The Academy is looking into Andrea Riseborough's possibly concerning social media Oscar campaign (15:00). We also review the series premiere of the Peacock mystery series Poker Face (22:10). Finally, we have mini-reviews of Tár (32:30), Elvis (36:05), All Quiet on the Western Front (40:45) and Pressure Cooker (45:00). 

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Podcast Episode 413: Nominations for the 95th Academy Awards (Oscars 2023) and That 90s Show Premiere

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle react to the 95th Academy Award nominations including all the surprises and snubs (2:15). Throughout that segment we also discuss Austin Butler's possibly permanent Elvis voice, Andrea Riseborough's successful social media Oscar campaign and what films may have the best shot to win on Oscar night. Finally, we review the series premiere of That '70s Show spinoff That '90s Show (45:00).

 

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Podcast Episode 412: The Last of Us Series Premiere and Quick Checks: The Menu & The Banshees of Inisherin

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss the last week of the awards race including the winners of the 80th Golden Globes (2:00) and the nominations for the Screen Actors Guild (11:30), Directors Guild (21:15), Producers Guild (25:40) and the Writers Guild awards (31:35). We also have mini-reviews of two recent releases now on HBO Max: The Banshees of Inisherin (36:35) and The Menu (41:45). Finally, we review the series premiere of HBO's new series The Last of Us (46:10).

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Podcast Episode 411: Kaleidoscope, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and Avatar: The Way of Water

 

In this week's episode David, John and Kyle discuss Christopher Nolan recreating a nuclear explosion without the use of CGI for Oppenheimer (1:45), an AMC Theaters credit card (7:05) and the possibility of virtual product placement (15:10). We also discuss some recent Netflix projects like the unique series Kaleidoscope (21:50) and the film White Noise (38:10). Finally, we review the films Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (42:20) and Avatar: The Way of Water (50:15).

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What We're Looking Forward to in 2023

We will back on Monday with the first of many weekly episodes but as we wait Dave, John and Kyle are here to discuss what they are looking forward to in the world of pop culture in 2023.

Miss any of our shows from 2022? All of our podcasts from the past year are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. You can search for specific episodes on the blog or play all 40+ live shows (which we originally streamed on Twitch) with this special YouTube playlist.

Be sure you are subscribed to the podcast and are following the show on Twitter, Instagram and wherever you get your podcasts. You can also order DR merch by ordering through our merch store. We will be live again Monday, January 9th on Twitch!