Favorite TV Shows of 2023 w/Tristan from The Cinema Spot

🌟 Unlock special gifts with our latest podcast highlights and full VODS. Gain early access on our Patreon: patreon.com/ivebeenmeaningtowatch. 🌐 🎧 Listen to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BlujpgBvx8jt1iPiBSIh7 Happy New Year, everyone! Listen in as we welcome the start of 2024 with a bang in our latest podcast installment. I'm thrilled to have Tristan, the esteemed film critic and writer from Geek Vibes Nation, back with us as we reflect on the highs and lows of TV shows and movies from January. Our discussions meander through Marvel casting shake-ups, like Steven Yeun's unexpected exit from 'Thunderbolts', to the speculation around Coleman Domingo's potential role as Kang. Tristan's insights are not to be missed, especially as we touch upon his recent accolade with the African-American Film Critics Association.As we navigate through our media-rich world, this episode peels back the layers of the complex relationship between true crime storytelling and ethical considerations. From the controversies surrounding Dave Chappelle's Netflix specials to the sensitive portrayal of real-life figures like Gypsy Rose Blanchard, our conversation doesn't shy away from tough topics. We explore the impact of such portrayals on the victims and their families and debate the implications of sensationalizing crime for entertainment. Join us as we grapple with the intersection of dramatization and reality, and share our hopes for a more respectful approach to these narratives.Finally, we round off the episode with our enthusiastic recommendations and thoughtful critiques on the latest in TV. From discussing the merits of spin-offs like 'Gen V' and its fresh-faced cast to delving into the layered character dynamics in 'Ginny & Georgia', we cover it all. Our chat also highlights the compelling performances in 'Sex Education' and the bittersweet ending to the show's journey. Plus, don't miss our anticipation for adaptations like 'Heartstopper' and musings on the potential for authors to influence the screen adaptations of their books. So, grab your headphones and join Tristan and me as we unpack a treasure trove of TV shows and movies that are sure to kick your year off right! Tristian's Socials Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVfRS5tnznVZxTUJl2utU7A?app=desktop Twitter https://twitter.com/TristianCirca89 Tristan's Most Recent Review on The Cinema Spot https://www.thecinemaspot.com/2023/11/18/the-hunger-games-the-ballad-of-songbirds-and-snakes-review-an-entertaining-origin-story-that-mixes-action-intrigue-and-doomed-love/ United By Pop Twitter https://twitter.com/UnitedByPop Podcast Socials Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeenMeaning2Pod Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ivebeenmeaning2pod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ive-Been-Meaning-To-Watch-That-113280083760521/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivebeenmeaning2/ Thank you so much for listening to the podcast. We really appreciate it. If you would like to support the podcast, you can subscribe for 4.99 a month. https://anchor.fm/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support Manika's Socials YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1CmokqeLIagz7nYQJfeRIw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdulcio98/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/manika3000 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manika3000?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivebeenmeaningtowatchthat/support