With Open Eyes is your go-to podcast for everything TV and streaming. We believe television is the ultimate storytelling medium of our time, shaping culture and sparking conversations. We provide ongoing episodic reviews of television series, thoughts on the creative process involved, and fascinating insights into the streaming industry. Whether you're a TV buff or just want to stay updated on what’s happening in this world, we’re here to keep the conversation going.
Why Bollywood Doesn’t Feel the Same Anymore | With Prabhat Chalmeti
On this week's episode, we are joined by Prabhat Chalmeti; a former Disney alum, to talk about all things Bollywood!
We start off by discussing how our relationships with Bollywood have been over the years (03:12), before debating as to why movies today avoid taking risks (09:41)
We then discuss why it is so difficult to make stars seem larger than life these days (14:10) and how today's films musically cater more to the algorithm than the plot (31:52)
Lastly we ponder over the very real possibility, "Is Bollywood doomed to fail over the next few years?" (42:00)
28 Feb 2025
The Oscars are here, and they are still iconic.
On this week's episode, we start of by discussing why the Oscars is still the grandest prize in all of entertainment (03:00)
We start of by discussing our picks for the best picture and the Emilia Perez scandal (05:55), before discussing whether it is Timothee's time finally? (18:30)
We agree to disagree on the fact that Jeremy strong was and is getting robbed despite putting a performance of a lifetime (25:22) and finally discuss the biggest snubs (36:15)
7 Feb 2025
Netflix's Black Warrant is brilliant. Plus our thoughts on Indian OTT landscape
On this week's episode, we start of by discussing why shows like Black Warrant do a great job at bringing past obscure events to current media forefront (02:00)
We then discuss how showing visceral elements of the prison system, corruption all the while providing a slimmer of hope make this show great (11:00). Then compare how Sunil and Tomar are perfect antagonists for each other (19:50)
Lastly we could not help but fawn over the portryal of Charles Sobhraj (30:12) and our favorite moments from the series.
31 Jan 2025
Severance is soooooo good. That's it.
On this Week's episode, we discuss the one of the most underappreciates shows in recent times: Apple TV's Severance.
We start of by giving our thoughts on Season 2 (03:14) and just marvel at its brilliance in the writing department.
We discuss how the concept of innies /outies serves as a excellent plot device to show two different characters of the same person (14:30)
Lastly, we discuss the ever present question- would we be personally be open to undergo the severance procedure? (26:47)
10 Jan 2025
Why Squid Game S2 isn't living up to the hype of its first installment?
On this week's episode, we discuss what is arguably the biggest show of the year in Squid Game Season 2.
We start off by exploring why Squid Game in particular became a worldwide phenomena (03:34) before diving into the things we thought were differently done in S2 (13:30).
We then collectively bash Gi-Hun (27:30) before discussing some of the popular conspiracy theories making rounds like- Will Gi-Hun be the next Frontman? (32:40)
21 Dec 2024
What’s happening at Marvel? A Real Talk on the MCU’s Decline | With Saket
Saket joins us to dissect the MCU's decline, debating whether continuity and tie-ins within content are a strength or weakness in the comic book genre and its Disney+ shows.
29 Nov 2024
Friends Part 2 | With Aarushi and Filippo
Aarushi and Filippo discuss the most debated issues of Friends, including Ross and Rachel's infamous break-up and the show's comedic legacy.
29 Nov 2024
Why do we still watch Friends? | Part 1 | With Aarushi and Filippo
Aarushi and Filippo, seasoned podcasters, dissect the enduring appeal of Friends, exploring its impact on their lives and ranking their favorite characters.
19 Nov 2024
The Fabulous lives of Bollywood Wives | Why does Indian OTT need more such shows?
This week, we discuss why the premise of 'The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives' simply works and is a delight to watch (04:00).
We then fawn over Shalini (10:22) and discuss the Delhi-Mumbai fued in this show.
Then we ponder how editing is done in this show to intentionally emphasize a character's POV over another (22:20) and why that makes for great TV.
7 Nov 2024
The Penguin is Terrific. Plus: Does DC have a better TV catalogue than Marvel?
On this Week's episode, we discuss why 'The Penguin' stands out so distinctively in the plethora of superhero TV content (02:10).
We start off by by comparing DC's TV content with Marvel's and discuss why sometimes not having a grand strategy can pay off (11:40). We then discuss why we are so drawn to Oz (23:18) and why Sofia Falcone's presence was necessary for this show (34:01).
We then discuss why Gotham in this show feels so real (41:05) and debate the topic: "Do we even want Batman to make an appearance? " (55:40).
18 Oct 2024
'Joker: Folie a Deux' and when comic-book movies are not what you expect them to be
On this week's episode, we discuss why 'Joker: Folie A Deux' has categorically been a disaster on all fronts (01:40) .
We discuss why turning the philosophy of an iconic character upside down is a disservice to its audience (11:07), and why this movie fails its self-branded 'musical' image (24:57).
Lastly we ponder on the eternal question-" Can we enjoy comic book movies when we take them for what they are, and not what we want them to be?" (43:57).
12 Oct 2024
Why The Bear deserves all the love in the world and then some
On this week's episode we explore what makes The Bear a standout show and why it deserves to be considered as one of the defining series of our time (02:28) .
We dive into Carmy's personal struggles and how they hold him back as a chef (22:38) and discuss why Syd and Carmy's dynamic is the heart of the show (38:07). We then talk about our favorite episodes in 'Fishes', 'Forks' and 'Forever' (47:27) . Lastly, we give a list of our favorite underrated moments and why they make The Bear such a wholesome show to watch (01:10:21) .
2 Oct 2024
House of the Dragon S2: What Went Wrong & The Future of the GOT Franchise
On this week's episode, we discuss why House of the Dragon S2 has earned its title as, " The Season That Never Was."
We discuss what Game of Thrones has meant to us over the years (5:55) , why HOTD S2 failed to deliver (16:50) . We also discuss the ongoing turmoil in the Game of Thrones universe, what's next in the world of Westeros , the upcoming slate of shows and examine why creating successful fantasy television remains a daunting task for any streaming service (54:08)
2 Oct 2024
Pilot
Welcome to With Open Eyes! A podcast solely dedicated to television series and all things OTT.
We discuss what you can expect from this podcast and why we believe television is the superior form of storytelling in the modern era (3:30) We also discuss over first memories of watching OTT content (7:55) and give a quick list of our Top 3 TV shows of all time (14:00)
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