It's Spoilerin' Time (audio)

YouTube leans hard into creators, AI, and TV dominance, while streamers and studios chase new formats, new audiences, and new money—from microdramas to vertical video to Senate hearings.This week on The FULL Experience: Star Trek: The Animated Series (108 - "The Magicks of Megas-Tu")Next week: Star Trek: The Animated Series (206 - "The Counter-Clock Incident")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/9lWuPiVuemA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amos loved it for all the wrong reasons; Tom and Brian were more sympathetic.Next week: Star Trek: The Animated Series (108 - "The Magicks of Megas-Tu")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/NAYz_zGROIg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucasfilm leadership is reshuffled with Dave Filoni stepping into the president role as Kathleen Kennedy transitions to producing, while streamers stack renewals, trailers, and release-date clashes. Netflix continues its momentum with subscriber growth, major studio deals, and new interactive features as streaming hits record highs.This week on The FULL Experience: Star Trek: The Animated Series (102 - "Yesteryear")Next week: Star Trek: The Animated Series (108 - "The Magicks of Megas-Tu")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/1_EiHYjgrGc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's definitely some Gene Roddenberry genes here, but we're all hoping it gets better from here.Next week: Star Trek: The Animated Series (102 - "Yesteryear")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/VAg-QBDvYso Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stranger Things 5 didn’t just dominate Netflix charts, it sparked conspiracy theories and renewed debate about release strategies and ads. Meanwhile, renewals, spinoffs, redesigns, and streaming power plays filled a packed week.This week on The FULL Experience: Star Trek: The Animated Series (101 - "Beyond the Farthest Star")Next week: Star Trek: The Animated Series (102 - "Yesteryear")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/NlRm2qVPnQg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CES brings smarter TVs, art-frame screens, and AI baked directly into streaming interfaces, while viewership data, theatrical stunts, and corporate shakeups show how fractured — and oddly resilient — modern TV has become.YouTube: https://youtu.be/U25kgqxnlbY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's take a very subjective trip down Nostalgia Lane and review our favorites of 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YouTube makes two major power moves, ditching Billboard’s charts while locking down exclusive rights to the Oscars, as Hollywood and streaming continue their slow-motion reshuffle. Meanwhile, Netflix, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery keep playing financial chess, and Peacock experiments with pushing ads even earlier into the viewing experience.Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/rs3FcdX16FY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The underwhelming end to what was generally considered a great show.Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/iVYg8auqyRs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YouTube TV plans to break its bundle into cheaper genre packs, while Netflix keeps stacking deals and debt in the fight for Warner Bros. Meanwhile, streaming platforms keep remixing how shows, podcasts, and even interfaces reach viewers.This week on The FULL Experience: Taxi (524 - "Simka's Monthlies")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/2TGoins4VxY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Netflix moves to swallow Warner Bros.’ studio and streaming business in a massive cash-and-stock deal, while Paramount mounts a hostile counterbid straight to shareholders. Meanwhile, the future of your watchlist is filling up fast with Peaky Blinders, Ghibli in 4K, the final season of The Boys, and more TV and movie shuffles on the horizon.This week on The FULL Experience: No FULL This WeekNext week: Taxi (524 - "Simka's Monthlies")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/sxW8jJnEGcQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If this is the worst episode of Taxi, then Taxi is a pretty good show. - Tom MerrittNext week: Taxi (524 - "Simka's Monthlies")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/OQSj4TxCX50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plex begins enforcing paid remote access, while streaming platforms roll out new shows, fixes, and features. Plus, the WBD bidding race heats up again.This week on The FULL Experience: Taxi (403 - "Vienna Awaits")Next week: Taxi (524 - "Simka's Monthlies")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/_u4ZnB7n2iU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nostalgia that pays off, a joke that goes too far, the introduction of a genuine character, and a joke that goes too far.Next week: Taxi (403 - "Vienna Awaits")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/QmS0inVCDiA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paramount, Netflix, and Comcast are now openly jockeying to buy all or parts of Warner Bros. Discovery. Meanwhile, TV renewals, franchise revivals, and holiday programming news made for one of the busiest weeks of the fall season.This week on The FULL Experience: Taxi (203 - "Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey")Next week: Taxi (403 - "Vienna Awaits")YouTube: https://youtu.be/u-oVXXgn9J4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A well-balanced and fun episode that was kinda easy to forget it was a pilot.Next week: Taxi (203 - "Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/5e5d69ibkgw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney is exploring user-generated AI content on Disney+, raising questions about how far they're willing to open their walled garden. Meanwhile, trailers, renewals, and big franchise moves fill out a packed week of streaming news.This week on The FULL Experience: Taxi (101 - "Like Father, Like Daughter")Next week: Taxi (203 - "Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/KMaFyZEFUPM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally, the quintessential Speed Racer experience. No notes. All our childhood selves agree.Next week: Taxi (101 - "Like Father, Like Daughter")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/a060KP5nYks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Movies Anywhere loses Google Play and YouTube support, ending one of its biggest perks as Disney and Google clash over YouTube TV. Meanwhile, Netflix teases the final Stranger Things, Amazon expands the Mass Effect universe, and studios lean harder into AI and video podcasts.This week on The FULL Experience: Speed Racer (152 - "Race Around the World, Part 2")Next week: Taxi (101 - "Like Father, Like Daughter")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/UhzykdDaoTk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Started great, we all agreed, but not enough pace for Speed.Next week: Speed Racer (152 - "Race Around the World, Part 2")Subscribe, get expanded show notes, and past episodes at http://Cordkillers.comSupport Cordkillers at http://Patreon.com/CordkillersYouTube: https://youtu.be/BHWOZHl4ohA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.