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TV Tuners

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TV Tuners is an entertainment podcast that examines the week in television with wit and excitement. Every week, TV connoisseur and pop culture obsessive, Swanson, brings his best pals, Kiorein and Stairmaster, along for an examination of TV news, trailers and the hottest new shows hitting the air. We tell you what's worth watching!
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Episodes

161 - The Offer

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the 5 year plan for Amazon's Rings of Power series and the gripping saga of Seth Green and his lost ape NFT. Then, the boys play a game of Guess Who's Coming with a new twist for the players and a lot of Summer in the titles. Later, the gang sit down to discuss Paramount+'s The Offer and ask themselves if The Godfather really got made this way? Also, we attempt to deduce how much time actually passes in a single episode. ★ Support this podcast ...

Jun 19, 20221 hr 54 minEp. 161

Garden of Earthly Delights #2 - Lost Light

On the latest episode of Garden of Earthly Delights, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch more Bosch as Bosch looks for clues into a brutal child murder and gets laid. Also, there's another killer behind bars and he wants in on that sweet Bosch storyline. Plus, the boys take a look at some of Japan's distinct flavors of Doritos. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 05, 20221 hr 5 min

Garden of Earthly Delights #1 - Tis The Season

On the debut episode of Garden of Earthly Delights, the boys have given up on Cowboy Bebop in favor of Amazon's Bosch. The gang watch as Harry Bosch begins his trial for shooting a man and uncovers a child murder in his spare time. Also, a new month means a new round of Guess Who's Coming that involves a guy who can run really quick for a human and an in-depth discussion on what streaming services show you boobs. ★ Support this podcast ★...

May 20, 20221 hr 13 min

Live Action Space Cowboy #4 - Callisto Soul

On this week's episode, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Faye returns to help the Bebop crew track down some eco terrorists who have very clear and understandable motives. Also, Swanson brings back The Offer to determine whether or not we'll continue watching this dreaded program. ★ Support this podcast ★

May 12, 20221 hr 23 min

160 - Better Call Saul, Season 6

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Netflix losing subscribers for the first time in 10 years and the various reasons for the dip in numbers. The boys also discuss the Tony Awards issuing a "no violence" policy and the quick end of CNN+. Then, the gang sit down to watch the 6th and final season of Better Call Saul. Is it the best show on television? Probably, but you'll have to listen to be sure! ★ Support this podcast ★...

Apr 30, 20221 hr 55 minEp. 160

159 - Tokyo Vice

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Jesse and Walt's confirmed return in Better Call Saul and IMDb TV rebranding to Freevee. Then, the boys watch the trailer for Stranger Things 4 and bring up how the long time away from the franchise has dwindled interest. Later, the gang sit down to watch HBO Max's Tokyo Vice and extol the virtues of Michael Mann. ★ Support this podcast ★

Apr 22, 20221 hr 52 minEp. 159

158 - Halo

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Bob Odenkirk's next TV project and Star Trek moving into the NFT market with a truly ambitious scam. Then, the boys play a game of Guess Who's Coming that involves tales from the Bible and the sexlessness of the British. Finally, the gang sit down to watch Paramount Plus' Halo series and discuss the necessity of removing your helmet. Also, we open up the TV Tuners Hotline and get an interesting first caller. ★ Support this podcast ★...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 43 minEp. 158

Live Action Space Cowboy #3 - Dog Star Swing

On this week's episode, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Spike and Jet search for a dognapper and spend an odd amount of time in the Sex District. Elsewhere, the show is continuing to get us invested in Vicious and failing miserably. Don't forget to head on down to Coors Field to watch the Colorado Rockies play. Dollar Hot Dog Night tonight! ★ Support this podcast ★

Apr 03, 20221 hr 26 min

Live Action Space Cowboy #2 - Venus Pop

On this week's episode, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster follow Spike and Jet as they attempt to track down the "Teddy Bomber" but mostly bicker like children the entire time. Also, Vicious gets his own subplot and it is stupider than you could imagine. Stick around for the end when Swanson reveals a new twist to this series with "The Proposal." ★ Support this podcast ★

Mar 27, 20221 hr 21 min

Live Action Space Cowboy #1 - Cowboy Gospel

On the first episode of our new mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch the first episode of Netflix's Cowboy Bebop and try to find the good in a whole heap of bad. Why is Faye exclusively talking in quips? Did we need to learn that Jet is a cuck? What is going on with Vicious' hair? All these questions and more are answered! ★ Support this podcast ★

Mar 19, 20221 hr 36 min

Bonus - Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt: December Sky

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch the film Gundam Thunderbolt: December Sky and discuss playing jazz as you murder people, putting your brain in a robot and the perils of using space heroin. Also, we reveal what fast food franchise we would open if given the opportunity. ★ Support this podcast ★

Mar 09, 20221 hr 12 min

157 - Bel-Air

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Netflix giving Stranger Things a final season renewal and Law & Order promising to court controversy by addressing modern politics. Then, the boys sit down to discuss dramatic Fresh Prince reboot, Bel-Air and reminisce about the best parts of the original show. Also, a version of Breaking Bad you won't forget. ★ Support this podcast ★

Mar 01, 20221 hr 38 minEp. 157

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #14 - That Damn Donna Reed

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Dean makes some odd remarks about the Donna Reed Show that prompt Rory to "teach" him a "lesson." Meanwhile, Lorelai and Luke bond over paint and a lost bird. Also, Swanson vents about his disappointment with The Book of Boba Fett and the boys discover the various flavors of Pop Tarts available for your consumption. ★ Support this podcast ★...

Feb 18, 20221 hr 24 min

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #13 - Concert Interruptus

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Lorelai convinces Rory to take some girls from Chilton with them to see The Bangles. Also, we dive deep into some Luke Lore and discuss the filmography of a man who really loves ninjas. ★ Support this podcast ★

Feb 03, 20221 hr

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #12 - Double Date

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Lorelai and Rory are roped into two different double date scenarios, will they end in disaster? Probably. Also, a discussion on the next great plague morphs into a conversation about when a chili dog becomes just a hot dog, we're still not sure how it all happened. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jan 22, 20221 hr 8 min

156 - The Book of Boba Fett

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Home Improvement's Richard Karn refusing to make NFTs, The CW going on sale and the reasons behind that decision. Then, the boys play another rousing game of Guess Who's Coming that involves Gordon Ramsay's new cooking competition and getting your dick stuck between book shelves. Later, the gang sit down to watch Disney's latest Star Wars show, The Book of Boba Fett and chill inside the bacta tank. ★ Support this podcast ★...

Jan 15, 20221 hr 38 minEp. 156

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #11 - Paris is Burning

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Lorelai's relationship with Rory's teacher causes foreseeable problems during Parent's Day. Also, we do a deep dive into the history of evangelical superhero, Bibleman and cast a new James Bond. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jan 08, 20221 hr 1 min

155 - 2021 Retrospective

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the year of 2021 and go through the back catalog to find the best and worst shows of the year. Discussions include: Gay caveman, Benjamin Button disease and the one show that made us uninterested in Doritos. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 31, 20212 hr 2 minEp. 155

154 - The Thing

This week, Swanson and Stairmaster are joined by Geo to discuss The Thing and explain why it feels like a perfect holiday film for 2021. Together, the lads discuss drunk driving aliens, great dog acting and the bleakness of being in Antarctica. Plus, we look at the harsh critical reaction to the film in 1982. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 22, 20211 hr 50 minEp. 154

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #10 - Forgiveness and Stuff

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as the titular girls learn to forgive each other after a health scare puts a family member in the hospital. Plus, we talk about the trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 2, for some reason, and whether or not Sonic the food chain will finally get in on the hype. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 16, 20211 hr 1 min

153 - The Wheel of Time

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Bill Cosby's prison release being appealed at the Supreme Court and an Astroworld documentary being accidentally uploaded to Hulu's front page. Then, the boys play a rousing game of Guess Who's Coming that involves the Harlem Globetrotters and intense discussion on whether of not MacGruber is a dog. Later, the gang sit down to watch Amazon's first foray into high fantasy with the densely plotted and slowly paced The Wheel of Time. ★ Support thi...

Dec 11, 20211 hr 26 minEp. 153

152 - Dexter: New Blood

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Hideo Kojima's video game company moving into TV and film production and try to guess what crazy idea Kojima would come up with for a TV show. Then, the boys watch the teaser trailer for dramatic Fresh Prince reboot, Bel Air, and untangle the deep hidden meaning behind the spoken-word version of the theme song. Later, the gang watch the return of TV's favorite serial killer in Showtime's Dexter: New Blood and wonder what would happen if the gov...

Dec 03, 20211 hr 29 minEp. 152

151 - Squid Game

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss James Gandolfini going to bat for a co-star on the Sopranos and Netflix producing a sitcom about the last Blockbuster. Then, the gang sit down and watch South Korea's hottest show, Squid Game and try to uncover The Front Man's true purpose. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 26, 20211 hr 23 minEp. 151

150 - Foundation/Ghosts

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster return to TV Tuners proper with a mini-gauntlet! The boys also discuss Big Bird getting the vaccine and Disney getting into the whole Metaverse concept. Then, the gang gets down to business by watching the adaptation of Issac Asimov's seminal work, Foundation and just how dense these sci-fi concepts can get. Then, they watch CBS' Ghosts and are shocked at the haunted stereotypes found in it. ★ Support this podcast ★...

Nov 20, 20211 hr 46 minEp. 150

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #9 - Rory's Dance

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Rory goes to a dance and decides whether or not Dean is her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Lorelai gets a back injury and Emily is forced to take care of her. Plus, the return of Guess Who's Coming, everyone's favorite title-based guessing game. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 10, 20211 hr 17 min

Game Grabbers: The Return

With the TV Tuners crew on vacation, the Game Grabbers appear to discuss all things video games including giving everyone a Nintendo Switch, the casting for the Mario movie and the difference between Iron Man and Robert Downey Jr. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 27, 202142 min

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #8 - Love and War and Snow

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as a snowstorm sweeps through Stars Hollow and strands Rory with her grandparents. Elsewhere, Lorelai finally goes on a date with hot teacher Max and we all learn a little lesson about running your hands through someone's hair. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 21, 20211 hr 1 min

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #7 - Kiss and Tell

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Rory has her first kiss and Lorelai reacts in an very healthy way. Also, seasonal decorations, bisexual Superman and our history with Dragon Ball Z are all discussed at length. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 14, 20211 hr 4 min

The Gilmore, The Gilmerrier #6 - Rory's Birthday Parties

On this episode of our Gilmore Girls mini-series, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Lorelai and Emily's bickering leads to two birthday parties for Rory and a whole slew of awkwardness. Also, we imagine what would happen if Michael Meyers showed up in Stars Hollow and the proper way to lay in the dirt. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 06, 20211 hr 11 min

Bonus - Redwall

This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch the French-Canadian rodent fantasy, Redwall and discuss the inherent evil that lies in rats as well as what a bunch of mice that are monks might worship. Also, are there less bugs in the world and do we have to play in the dirt to find out? ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 29, 20211 hr 10 min
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