Downstream 110: I See Spreadsheets In My Future
Jan 8, 2026
Casey Liss, software developer and creator of the CallSheet app, chats about cord-cutting and streaming strategies. He describes CallSheet’s spoiler-protection and streaming lookup features. They debate antenna and HDHomeRun setups, DVR options like Channels and Plex, sports and bundle tradeoffs, and pick must-watch shows.
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Why Casey Built CallSheet To Avoid Spoilers
- Casey built CallSheet after being spoiled by IMDb's app and using TheMovieDB as an alternative.
- CallSheet offers spoiler redaction, cast ages at release, and JustWatch links; trial is free then $1/month or $10/year.
TV Everywhere Is Becoming Less Reliable
- TV Everywhere access is shrinking as networks pull channels to their own apps.
- Casey notes his available channels drop from 321 via cable card to ~151 via TV Everywhere, signaling migration away from that model.
Try Over The Air For Network Coverage
- Try using an over-the-air antenna for network channels first.
- Casey has hardware (HDHomeRun) and Jason suggests antenna + HDHomeRun or direct TV tuner can replace many locals for free in HD.