TV POV

TV POV: Episode 5

It’s been a while since we posted an episode of TV POV, but we will be back with regular episodes soon! While we work on new content and say farewell to another summer, here’s a special episode that we recorded back when the 2016 Primetime Emmy Award nominees were revealed. Jenn and I discuss what the Academy got right, and what they got horribly wrong. Which nominees were we thrilled to see on the ballot, and what were the most heinous snubs? We don’t go over each and every category in depth, but rather focus on what nominees/snubs really made an impression on us. Listen to this episode of TV POV, and then join us for some Emmy night discussion here at The Televixen (details to follow). If you have thoughts on this year’s Emmys, comment below, or reach out us on Twitter at @thetelevixen and @KitCouchPotato. The 68th Emmy Awards air on Sunday, September 18 starting at 7pm ET/4pm PT.

TV POV: Episode 4

It’s time for Episode 4 of TV POV, and Jenn has dubbed this one “Where My OGs At?” … and by OGs, we mean ORIGINAL GRANDPARENTS! It’s time to discuss the lack of shows centred on older characters in current programming. Why is the 60+ demographic not considered appealing when it makes up such a large portion of the population? And do younger audiences want to watch shows about older characters? Case in point: legendary TV writer and producer Norman Lear wrote a pilot in 2010 — Guess Who Died? — that is set in a retirement home, has Betty White attached as the lead, and has been met with resistance in trying to get it made. Why is it that being the fastest growing segment of the population with the most expendable income still doesn’t make this an appealing demographic for broadcasters? It isn’t completely hopeless, though. Our culture may be youth-obsessed, but there are some current shows that are telling great stories about the senior set, like Grace and Frankie. We’ll also look back at a time not so long ago when you didn’t have to look far for characters of substance in the 60+ age category, especially The Golden Girls (i.e. the ultimate in #squadgoals).

TV POV: Episode 3

Episode 3 of TV POV will take you into our experience at Season 5 of the ATX Television Festival in Austin, TX … aka TV Summer Camp! Which panels, screenings and reunions were a hit, and which ones missed the mark? What was the biggest surprise of this year’s festival? And who became our camp crushes? Join us as we reminisce about this year’s highlights, and even share our wish list for Season 6 (yes, we’re already planning our return to camp).

TV POV: Episode 2

Episode 2 of TV POV is a Summer TV extravaganza, as Jenn and I chat about the shows we’re watching — both new and returning — during a time that was once a wasteland of reruns. Find out which new and returning series we’ll be tuned into this summer, and what shows we’re hoping to binge for the very first time. Also, the show is now available on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play, so be sure to subscribe and rate us, and be sure to tell your fellow TV loving friends about us. Let us know what you’ll be watching this summer by commenting below, or tweeting us at @thetelevixen and @kitcouchpotato.

TV POV: Episode 1

TV POV is back! After a lengthy hiatus, we decided to revive the show as a bi-weekly podcast … and we couldn’t have picked a better time to return. In Episode 1 of TV POV, Jenn and I take a look at the 2016 Upfronts and share our thoughts on renewals, cancellations and new series on NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS, and The CW. We’d also like to hear your thoughts on this year’s batch of new shows, plus the renewals and cancellations that you feel passionately about. Let us know in the comments below! For now, the show is available right here in this post, but we’ll have some details soon on the podcast platforms where you’ll be able to find us.