This week on the TV Gold podcast Andrew Mercado is in Manchester on his global tour and James Manning is in the northern NSW TV Gold studio.

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Shows reviewed this week:

Untamed (Netflix, 6 episodes)
Eric Bana and Sam Neill team up for this mystery set in California’s Yosemite National Park, yet filmed in Canada. Eric Bana reminds us what a talented actor he is as he investigates the death of a woman who seems to have been living in the park. He’s a cranky special agent, but as the series unfolds we learn why.

Billy Joel: And So It Goes (HBO, 2 part documentary)
This is a lot of Billy Joel – close to five hours if you watch both parts. But you just might come away a much bigger fan of this talented singer/songwriter than you were previously.

Bookish (HBO Max, 6 episodes)
London 1946 is the setting for series one, with viewers introduced to the appropriately named Gabriel Book (Mark Gatiss) who owns a bookshop in Archangel Lane. Book spends most of his time successfully helping police solve murders.

Sold (Foxtel/Binge, documentary)
Comedian Mark Humphries goes on a journey to uncover why so many Australians are struggling to secure home ownership. He delves into the complex housing debate, looking at the current house prices, soaring rent, and the "Australian Dream" that feels more out of reach than ever. Guests include Alan Kohler and Ray Martin.

Other podcasts mentioned this episode that we recommend:

The Rest is Entertainment: https://pod.link/1718287198
Club Random with Bill Maher: https://pod.link/1613459129

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Such Brave Girls (Season 2, 6 episodes, Stan)
Too Much (Netflix, 10 episodes)
Patience (ABC iview, 6 episodes)
also
The Bear (Season 4, Disney+, 8 episodes)

In this episode, James Manning and Andrew Mercado review two new comedies, Season 2 of Such Brave Girls and Len Dunham's Too Much, followed by a discussion on the crime drama Patience and Season 4 of The Bear. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of each show, highlighting themes of relationships, comedy, and the portrayal of neurodivergence in a TV crime drama.
Takeaways this episode:
• 'Too Much' is based on Lena Dunham's life experiences.
• The cast of 'Too Much' includes actors like Rita Wilson, Naomi Watts and Richard E. Grant.
• 'Such Brave Girls' is praised for its dark humour and relatable characters.
• The family relationship dynamics in 'Such Brave Girls' are central to its comedy.
• The portrayal of mental health in 'Such Brave Girls' is both humorous and poignant.
• 'Patience' features a neurodivergent protagonist solving crimes.
• The show 'Patience' is an adaptation of a French series.
• 'The Bear' continues to explore the chaos of restaurant life.
• The episode concludes with a preview of Andrew's upcoming trip to the UK.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction to new comedies
07:22
Exploring Such Brave Girls Season 2 and Too Much
18:05
Diving into Patience crime drama
24:49
The Return of 'The Bear and who some people have tuned out

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In this episode of TV Gold, hosts James Manning and Andrew Mercado discuss three shows: Families Like Ours (SBS On Demand, 7 episodes)
Enigma (HBO Max documentary feature)
The Backside of Television (Foxtel/Binge)

They delve into the emotional and societal themes presented in 'Families Like Ours', the intriguing lives of Amanda Lear and April Ashley in 'Enigma', and the historical insights provided by 'The Backside of Television'. The conversation highlights the impact of streaming services on viewing habits and the importance of cultural narratives in television.

Highlights include:

• 'Families Like Ours' presents a harrowing yet brilliant concept.
• The show explores the impact of climate change on families.
• Character decisions in 'Families Like Ours' lead to deep emotional responses.
• 'Enigma' reveals the hidden lives of Amanda Lear and April Ashley.
• The documentary highlights the struggles of trans individuals in the past.
• 'The Backside of Television' uncovers lesser-known stories of Australian TV history.
• Mitch McTaggart's research is commendable and insightful.
• The hosts emphasise the importance of representation in media.
• Cultural reflections in these shows resonate with current societal issues.

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