David and @joyonapping break down Netflix's massive fumble. 

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David and @joyonapping discuss the disaster that was Netflix’s Love Is Blind: The Live Reunion. Why couldn’t Netflix figure out how to stream the live reunion successfully? What was up with Vanessa Lachey’s terrible moderating? Why would people think Bartise is a good spokesperson for the show? Listen to us to discuss all these questions and more! Thanks to everyone that’s joined us to cover Love Is Blind this season. Feel free to let us know what you think we should cover next at decodingtv(AT)gmail.com!

Netflix's 'Love Is Blind' Live Reunion Was a Disaster

Justin and Daejah cover the first four episodes of 'The Ultimatum: Queer Love.'

[DChen’s note: I’m so glad to be able to welcome Justin and Daejah back to the Decoding Reality podcast to cover&nbsp;The Ultimatum: Queer Love. They’ll be having a total of three chats — one for every time a new batch of episodes drops on Netflix. Here’s the first.] Daejah and Justin are back! In this podcast, they discuss the first four episodes of&nbsp;The Ultimatum: Queer Love:<ul><li>Ep 1 - The Break Up</li><li>Ep 2 - The Choice</li><li>Ep 3 - Newlyweds</li><li>Ep 4 - Group Nights Out</li></ul> They delve deep into what makes this queer show different than any other show on television. They also talk about how heteronormative traditions still show up in queer relationships. Will Vanessa steal Rae from Lexi? Will Yoly choose Xander or Mal? Will Sam let Tiff's dog sleep in the bed?! We discuss all this and more, on this episode of decoding reality! Links:<ul><li>Email us at Decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com</li><li>Follow us on Tiktok at&nbsp;<a href="http://tiktok.com/@decodingreality" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@decodingreality</a></li><li><a href="http://tiktok.com/@freddiesroommate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@daejahtalkstv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/Freddiesroomate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Twitter</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/DaejahTalksTv/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Twitter</a></li></ul>

The Ultimatum: Queer Love Eps. 1-4 - Mascs and Massages

David and Joy discuss the season 4 finale of 'Love Is Blind.'

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and <a href="http://twitter.com/joyonapping" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@joyonapping</a> discuss the Love Is Blind season 4 finale. Which couples ended up making it at the altar? How successful was the edit in showing us the true nature of these people’s relationships? How beautiful does Washington state look in this episode? Whose relationship will last? Is ‘I Hope You Dance’ really an obscure song? Like really? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more! Have any thoughts/reactions/questions/comments? Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com. You can also watch this conversation <a href="https://youtube.com/live/I0Lxeu0MirA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">on the Decoding TV YouTube channel</a>, where we will be broadcasting all our recordings. Give it a subscribe and get notified when we go live!

Love Is Blind Season 4 Ep 12 - A Groom With A View

The next batch of episodes reveals that the true 'Love Is Blind' villain was on screen the whole time.

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and <a href="http://twitter.com/joyonapping" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@joyonapping</a> discuss Love Is Blind season 4 episodes 9-11. How do we feel about the show’s continuing depiction of Seattle? How well do we think Zach handled meeting Bliss’s parents? What do we make of Micah and Irina’s apologies? Is Jackie really the show’s biggest villain? Listen to us discuss all this and more! Have any thoughts/reactions/questions/comments? Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com. You can also watch this conversation <a href="https://youtube.com/live/Pq-nJHdBZuA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">on the Decoding TV YouTube channel</a>, where we will be broadcasting all our recordings. Give it a subscribe and get notified when we go live!

Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 9-11 - Diamonds Aren't Forever

The next set of episodes reveals that not all is well in Seattle. 

In this episode of Decoding Reality, David Chen and&nbsp;<a href="http://twitter.com/joyonapping" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@joyonapping</a>&nbsp;discuss&nbsp;Love Is Blind&nbsp;episodes 6-8. Are Brett and Tiffany the perfect couple? Does Zach deserve another chance with Bliss? Can Kwame bury his resentments long enough to make it to the end of the season? Will Jackie gets the help she needs? Can we all agree to just stay away from Josh under all circumstances? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more! Have any thoughts/reactions/questions/comments? Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com. You can also watch this conversation&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/L2k7E5uvscc?feature=share" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">on the Decoding TV YouTube channel</a>, where we will be broadcasting all our recordings. Give it a subscribe and get notified when we go live!

Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 6-8 - Follow Your Bliss

Justin and Daejah discuss the conclusion to this season's 'The Bachelor.'

In this mega-sized episode, Deajah and Justin talk about Zach Shallcross'&nbsp;Bachelor&nbsp;finale. They ask the question of whether or not the format of the show is helpful or dangerous. They also discuss whether or not the producers played a part in the solemn end of this season. Should Gabi have self-eliminated? Was Zach ever telling the truth? Why didn't Zach tell Ariel about the sex week drama? And why couldn't they find a better wig for Charity's brother?! We discuss all of this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality. Thanks for tuning in this season! Stay tuned to Decoding Reality for our&nbsp;Love Is Blind&nbsp;coverage. Links:<ul><li>Email us at Decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com</li><li>Follow us on Tiktok at&nbsp;<a href="http://tiktok.com/@decodingreality" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@decodingreality</a></li><li><a href="http://tiktok.com/@freddiesroommate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@daejahtalkstv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/Freddiesroomate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Twitter</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/DaejahTalksTv/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Twitter</a></li></ul>

The Bachelor S27E11-E12 - Pick Me, Choose Me, Love Me

David and @joyonapping return to Decoding Reality to discuss the newest season of 'Love Is Blind.'

Love Is Blind is back on Netflix and this time it’s set in Seattle, where David Chen and <a href="http://twitter.com/joyonapping" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@joyonapping</a> actually live! We’ll be covering each batch of episodes shortly after they are released right here on Decoding Reality (a Decoding TV network podcast). Do these contestants actually feel like they are from the Seattle area? Should singing be forbidden in the pods? What does Apocalypse Now have in common with this show? Are Irina and Micah the worst contestants ever? Also: the sad state of Asian-American representation on the show. Listen to hear us discuss all these topics and much more! Have any thoughts/reactions/questions/comments? Email us at decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com.&nbsp;You can also watch this conversation <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/L2k7E5uvscc?feature=share" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">on the Decoding TV YouTube channel</a>, where we will be broadcasting all our recordings. Give it a subscribe and get notified when we go live!

Love Is Blind Season 4 Eps 1-5 - Rise of the Mean Girls

Justin and Daejah discuss the 10th episode of this season's 'Bachelor.' 

It's Sex Week on The Bachelor so Justin and Daejah are here to discuss the juicy details. They chat about if there is any good time to kiss and tell as Zach lets all of America know about who he slept with. They also really dive deep into if Zach wants to be a good Bachelor or a good partner. Does Zach regret sleeping with Gabi? Did Zach ever tell Ariel about his rendevous with Gabi? Does the order of fantasy suites really matter? Did Gabi read The Scarlet Letter in high school?! We discuss this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality. Links:<ul><li>Email us at Decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com</li><li>Follow us on Tiktok at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@decodingreality" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@decodingreality</a></li><li><a href="http://tiktok.com/@freddiesroommate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@daejahtalkstv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/Freddiesroomate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Twitter</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/DaejahTalksTv/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Twitter</a></li></ul>

The Bachelor S27E10 - Sweet Suite Fantasy Baby

Justin and Neebz discuss the eighth and ninth episodes of this season's 'Bachelor.'

In this weeks episode, Justin is joined by a guest <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watchwithneebz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Neebz</a> from his podcast <a href="https://linktr.ee/salaamnerdspodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Salaamnerds</a>! Together they cover episodes 8 and 9 of season 27 of the Bachelor. They discuss the accuracy of Ariel's date in New York as well as if maple syrup is a good indicator of compatibility. They also get really excited about the reveal of the new bachelorette! Will Zach convert to judiasm? Will Kaity get to use the groceries she bought with Zach? Will we ever know what Gabi's dog's name is? We discuss all of this and more on this episode of Decoding Reality. Links:<ul><li>Email us at Decodingtv(AT)gmail(DOT)com</li><li>Follow us on Tiktok at <a href="http://tiktok.com/@decodingreality" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@decodingreality</a></li><li><a href="http://tiktok.com/@freddiesroommate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@daejahtalkstv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Tiktok</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/Freddiesroomate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Justin on Twitter</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/DaejahTalksTv/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Daejah on Twitter</a></li></ul>

The Bachelor S27E08 and E09 - Hometown Heroes: Revenge of the Body Glitter

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