Decoding TV Ep. 89 - 'Pluribus' S1E04 Tests the Limits of What's Possible in This World
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Nov 21, 2025 Dive into the latest TV news, including HBO's potential rescue of Poker Face and the renewal of Tim Robinson’s The Chair Company. Explore the future of House of the Dragon and the implications of Warner Bros acquisitions. The analysis of the latest Pluribus episode reveals bold choices in character dynamics, such as Carol’s abrasive nature and her chilling truth serum experiment. Finally, listeners weigh in with wild theories about the show's twists and turns, making predictions that will keep you guessing.
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Unlikable Lead Is Deliberate
- Pluribus centers on a deliberately abrasive protagonist whose arc is meant to evolve rather than comfort viewers.
- David Chen argues the show intentionally makes Carol unlikable to set up a transformative journey.
Hosts’ Thanksgiving Plans And Bonus Episode
- David and Patrick mention a Thanksgiving recording schedule and bonus Pluribus episode plans.
- Patrick will travel to Wisconsin for Thanksgiving and Decoding TV will release a bonus recap.
Hosts' Take On Warner Bros Bids
- David and Patrick discuss the potential acquirers for Warner Bros and the chaotic media bidding.
- They compare Comcast, Netflix, and Paramount-Skydance and express worry about consolidation.
