Cordkillers (All Audio)

Tom Merritt
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Mar 26, 2026 • 10min

The FULL Dr. Show Experience: Ultimate (404 - "The Story of Everest")

It's great to dee a sketch show in its prime with everyone presenting their best efforts and it proves my this show is a classic.Next week: Mr. Show (103 - "We Regret to Inform You")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/Sz5uYR-6Id8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 60min

Cordkillers 593: Exposition Impossible

Netflix insists it is not turning scripts into dialogue-heavy plot recaps, even as its executives try to laugh off a criticism that keeps sounding familiar. Meanwhile, trailers, renewals, cancellations, box office wins, and streaming platform maneuvers keep the release calendar very busy.This week on The FULL Experience: Mr. Show (404 - "The Story of Everest")Next week: Mr. Show (103 - "We Regret to Inform You")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/EZDrEx73fl8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 15min

The FULL Mr. Show Experience: First (101 - "The Cry of a Hungry Baby")

A different kind of sketch comedy show with less budget than the Fraggles that seems timeless and dated all the same.Next week: Mr. Show (404 - "The Story of Everest")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/Vk76lfoP1fk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 1h 20min

Cordkillers 592: The Streaming App Trap

Streaming apps are trying to become full-blown entertainment destinations, not just places to watch shows. Meanwhile, Firefly may fly again, lost Doctor Who has resurfaced, and studios keep fiddling with theaters, sports, and premium pricing.This week on The FULL Experience: Mr. Show (101 - "The Cry of a Hungry Baby")Next week: Mr. Show (404 - "The Story of Everest")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/AcQO8BvzYxs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 19min

The FULL Lost Experience: Last (618 - "The End")

This is a great ending episode, complete with interesting flashback methods, enough story to keep us in the know, and just enough mystery to keep us wanting to know more.Next week: Mr. Show (101 - "The Cry of a Hungry Baby")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/DPZTbV5uGSA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 56min

Cordkillers 591: Aegon in the Writer's Room

Warner Bros. is developing a *Game of Thrones* movie, while the streamers keep the renewal, bundling, and platform-shuffling machine running at full speed.This week on The FULL Experience: Lost (618 - "The End")Next week: Mr. Show (101 - "The Cry of a Hungry Baby")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/2OVm37NOf8U Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 13min

The FULL Lost Experience: Lowest (212 - "Fire + Water")

Maybe a better episode than the "Ultimate" episode...and much more mysterious.Next week: Lost (618 - "The End")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/_nwJHK-gARE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 54min

Cordkillers 590: Paul Anka’s Vegas Bid

Paramount’s sweetened offer for Warner Bros. Discovery spooked Netflix into an immediate exit, turning the “bidding war” into a one-horse race. Meanwhile, streaming’s arms race keeps rolling with subscriber updates, crackdowns, and a cable mega-merger getting an FCC green light.This week on The FULL Experience: Lost (212 - "Fire + Water")Next week: Lost (618 - "The End")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/7BHppUOlNZo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 15min

The FULL Lost Experience: Ultimate (405 - "The Constant")

A deep dive into why a particular Lost installment is hailed as the series' pinnacle. Conversations explore its standalone love story structure and how it ties back to the pilot. They catalog clever Easter eggs, literary and philosophical name choices, and memorable production details. The hosts also consider how familiar faces land for new viewers.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 57min

Cordkillers 589: Gold Zone, Cold Zone

They break down how a whip-around “Gold Zone” style boosted Winter Olympics ratings and streaming engagement. They brainstorm applying that whip-around format to weather, reality TV, and live cultural moments. They debate human versus automated curation for live coverage and why live energy hooks viewers. They flag odd streaming trends like vertical microdramas and surprise theatrical reissues.

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