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Nothing But Static

Dan Doolan & Chris Billinghamnothingbutstatic.libsyn.com
Since they wouldn't stop talking about TV, we just shoved a microphone in front of them and hit record. Listen as aspiring British screenwriters and comedians Dan Doolan and Chris Billingham indulge in their obsession and attempt to dissect the ever evolving world of television. Featuring news, reviews and recommendations.
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Episodes

268. This Podcast Is Hard Work (For You)

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including the cancellation of The National Treasure show no ones watching and Amazon attempting to squeeze IP out of their expensive MGM accquisition. Plus we review, Jury Duty, Beef, Aunty Donna's Coffee Cafe and Power Rangers Once and Always.

Apr 29, 20232 hr 46 min

267. Sweet Sweet Velcro

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including Star Wars Celebration announcements, Doctor Who casting and BBC's Ghosts ending on a high. Finally we review Luther: The Fallen Sun, Hello Tomorrow and Fleishman Is in Trouble.

Apr 10, 20232 hr 21 min

266. A TV Podcast

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including the Good Burger sequel, Taskmaster Junior and the return of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers! Plus we review some shows we missed in Kevin Can Fuck Himself, Bad Sisters and White Lotus.

Mar 27, 20232 hr 20 min

265. Also Not Presenting Match Of The Day

This week Dan and Chris discuss TV News from the last few weeks, including the controversy at the BBC and incredible ratings growth for The Last Of Us. Plus we review Shrinking, Extraordinary and Rian Johnson's new murder procedural Poker Face.

Mar 12, 20231 hr 51 min

Happy Valley Series Three Spoiler Review (Bonus Episode)

In this bonus episode, Dan and Chris break down the third and final season of Happy Valley, including the epic final episode. Was this a satisfying end to the show? Were some of the subplots concluded too quickly? Was it worth the wait? Check it out to hear our thoughts.

Mar 06, 202354 min

264. Too Long

This week Dan and Chris discuss as much news as they can manage from the last few months of TV. Plus we review The Last Of Us, Kelidoscope, That 90's Show and Deep Fake Neighbour Wars.

Feb 26, 20233 hr 14 min

263. Lost Retrospective (Season Four)

This week Dan and Chris finally return now Dan has a functioning laptop. This time to continue their season-by-season retrospective of Lost. In this episode, we're taking a look at Season Four, regular service will resume in two weeks when we'll be tackling news and reviewing some of the newest and biggest shows around, or something.

Feb 06, 20232 hr 30 min

262. Give The Babies And Tables A Chance (Christmas Special)

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including some recent cancellations and renewals, plus some more HBO/Discovery nonsense. Then we come over all festive as we review some holiday TV. The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, The Santa Clauses and AppleTV+ festive feature film Spirited. And finally, as has become tradition, Chris takes us through the UK TV guide for the festive period.

Dec 19, 20222 hr 36 min

261. Late (But Also Not Worth The Wait)

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including Disney playing musical chairs with their CEO and a round up of Doctor Who News. Then we review Wednesday, The Patient, Glass Onion and for some reason, two Barbie Movies.

Dec 14, 20222 hr 23 min

260. Bad Lunch and Tooth Extraction (Unrelated)

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including the new Doctor Who companion, Disney taking financial losses and Staged returning. Then we review The Devils Hour, Blockbuster, The Horne Section TV Show and Weird: The Al Yankovich Story.

Nov 22, 20221 hr 58 min

259. Countdown To Sausage Rolls

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including Henry Cavill leaving The Witcher and the cancellation of Westworld. Then we review Reboot, Sprung an Andor.

Nov 07, 20222 hr 20 min

258. Lost Retrospective (Season Three)

This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue their season-by-season retrospective of Lost. In this episode, we're taking a look at Season Three, then spend way too much time having a conversation they should have had after the podcast. Regular service will resume next episode.

Oct 24, 20223 hr 12 min

257. The State Of Streaming

This week Dan and Chris discuss the State of Streaming. Are Netflix over extending? Are Disney+ too focused on existing IP? And why in the world are Peacock already trying to offload their service on one of the big boys? Is streaming as we know it untenable? Listen as we attempt to make sense of it all.

Oct 09, 20222 hr 17 min

256. Who Has Time To Name Things?

This week Dan and Chris tackle some TV News before reviewing Rings of Power, House of the Dragon and She-Hulk!

Sep 25, 20222 hr 23 min

D23 Expo 2022 Chat (Bonus Episode)

In this Bonus episode, Dan and Chris discuss all the latest news from D23. Was it disappointing? Are the Thunderbolts a boring team? What happened with the Fantastic 4 casting? All this and more in this Ramblougue.

Sep 13, 20221 hr 23 min

255. The Baby, The Bear and the Derry Girls

This week Dan and Chris recorded just before D23 so instead we talk about other news before reviewing some shows we missed over the last year or so in; The Baby, The Bear and Derry Girls.

Sep 11, 20222 hr 8 min

254. NBS For You

This week Dan and Chris discuss some recent TV News before reviewing Paper Girls, Sandman and Nathen Fielder's insane new show The Rehearsal.

Aug 21, 20222 hr 18 min

253. A Professional Podcast By Professionals

This week Dan and Chris try to make sense of what in the world is happening over at Warner Bros Discovery. And having failed to understand the choices; they are forced to move on to reviewing some little known shows that returned recently. Spoiler-y reviews for Stranger Things, The Boys and Westworld. In that order.

Aug 07, 20223 hr 6 min

252. Finally Kenobi

This week Dan and Chris get very distracted to start with as Dan recounts his experience with a forest fire in Spain. But at around 24 minutes we actually begin to discuss TV, with some general news and Comic Con talk. Then we review Man Vs. Bee, The Undeclared War, Loot, Ms Marvel and FINALLY we review Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Jul 25, 20223 hr 11 min

251. Animated Afterparty

This week Dan and Chris review four returning animated shows from last year in order to decide which deserves our belated 2022 Best Animated Show award. We review last years seasons of The Owl House, Love Death and Robots, Undone and Kid Cosmic.

Jul 12, 20221 hr 55 min

250. The Eleventh Annual Static Awards

To celebrate 10 years of this podcast, it's time for our Eleventh Annual Static Awards, our fictional TV awards show which is really just a poor excuse to recap the year in TV. We both nominate shows for each award and debate who should win on the show.

Jun 12, 20223 hr 1 min

249. Concise Is The Name (That’s The Title)

This week Dan and Chris discuss some of the news coming out of Star Wars celebration, some general TV news. And then get in some last minute reviews for shows that might be contenders in next weeks 11th Annual Static Awards. We review Slow Horses, Landscappers, Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story, Time and Masters of the Universe Revelation.

Jun 03, 20222 hr 36 min

Doctor Who News Discussion (Bonus Episode)

In this bonus episode, Dan and Chris discuss all the latest Doctor Who news. Specifically the return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate. And later in the video (We give a heads up as to when) we go into details about some leaks and set reports, then move on to baseless speculation cos we're too hyped not to.

May 18, 20221 hr 15 min

248. Does anyone even read the titles?

This week Dan and Chris discuss some of the cancellations and renewals announced in the lead up to upfront and the announcement of the 14th Doctor. Plus we review How We Roll, Killing It and Roar. Plus we give a spoiler free impression of Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.

May 15, 20222 hr 42 min

247. Forced Reviews 4: Even Forcey-er

This week Dan and Chris return to do a fourth round of Forced Reviews. Chris forced Dan to watch and review Stath Let’s Flats and King Gary and Dan made Chris watch Search Party and Clarksons Farm. Plus some TV News from the last few weeks and recommendations.

May 05, 20221 hr 57 min

246. Who Is This For?

This week Dan and Chris discuss The Dropout, Minx, Moonknight and the rather misjudged Halo TV Series. Plus some TV News from the last few weeks and eventually some unusual recommendations.

Apr 17, 20222 hr 19 min

245. Something Something Episode Title

This week Dan and Chris discuss whether broadcast network sitcoms are back on the rise by reviewing five new shows in Abbot Elemenrary, American Auto, Ghosts, Grand Crew and Pivoting. Plus some TV News to start the show.

Apr 04, 20222 hr 30 min

244. Glenn Close Plays Toffee Hoops

This week Dan and Chris discuss some TV news from the last few weeks, plus we review, Murderville, Severance, This is Going to Hurt and Our Flag Means Death. Also, Dan lovingly nurses a Pigeon back to health and it turns out Chris would have left it to die.

Mar 19, 20222 hr 2 min

243. The Comb And The Suitcase

This week Dan and Chris discuss some TV news from the last few weeks, including an update for the upcoming Santa Clause TV series, plus we review Reacher, Yellowjackets and the dramatic remake of the Fresh Prince of Bel-air.

Mar 07, 20222 hr 10 min

242. Chris Hates You All (Dan Names These)

This week Dan and Chris discuss some TV news from the last few weeks, including whatever is going on with this Futurama revival. Plus we review Pam and Tommy, The Afterparty and The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window.

Feb 20, 20222 hr 16 min
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