Is forced labor the missing new component in reality TV? How quickly do we need to get to the action in a show hinging on a big reveal? And how do you toe the line between documentary and mockumentary? PLUS who is BJ’s favorite Bond? Tune in to find out!

Timestamps:

00:52 - Love Overboard (Hulu)
08:22 - Bait (Prime Video)
13:52 - If it’s Tuesday, it’s Murder (Hulu)
19:41 - Born to Bowl (HBO)

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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What type of magical powers would we want? Is Iyanu the chosen one? Does this remind us of Avatar the Last Airbender? Tune in to find out!

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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Can people truly be age blind? Do flashbacks and quirky family members aid in crime solving? How fast can someone become obsessed with their coworker? What happens when friends have too many secrets? Tune in to find out!

Timestamps:

00:45 - Age of Attraction (Netflix)
06:58 - Scarpetta (Prime Video)
14:01 - Vladimir (Netflix)
19:19 - Imperfect Women (Apple TV)

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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Shout out to the listeners who brought this funky procedural into our lives. Can a con make a great cop? What happens when you can’t trust anyone or anything including your job or partner? And would Mitu or BJ enjoy enforcing maritime law? Tune in to find out!

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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Which show did we think was a period piece? Which period piece changed Mitu’s mind on the genre? How weird is too weird? And how much mystery do you need in a mystery show pilot? Tune in to find out!

Timestamps:

00:41 -Young Sherlock (Prime Video)
06:27 - Marshals (CBS)
11:49 - DTF St. Louis (HBO)
17:28 - RJ Decker (ABC)

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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What happens when you can only write one letter to your crush? What’s the best way to name a coffee truck? And does this show get back to the beginnings of reality TV? Tune in to find out!

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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Is accidental fraud as bad as intentional fraud? Can neighbors ever reach a peaceful resolution? Is Tracy Morgan doing what he does best in sitcoms? And how scary was that family in the house? Tune in to find out!

Timestamps:

00:45 - Can You Keep a Secret? (Paramount+)
07:27 - Neighbors (HBO Max)
15:42 - The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins (Peacock)
22:31 - How to Get to Heaven from Belfast (Netflix)

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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How much mystery do we need in a comedy thriller? Why is Keke Palmer just so charming? And what are BJ and Mitu’s ideal neighborhoods? Tune in to find out!

Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios

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