181525, yes there is a reason why TV shows aren't meant to be podcasts Posted by StephBMore, Wed Nov-18-15 02:48 PM
primarily because, unlike books, the acting or the scene or the setting isn't going to be spelled out for you. The subtle nuances that occur from scene to scene will be missed on you. Betrayal, love, lust, distrust, all of that is shown in many scenes without dialogue. How will you know who killed who if you aren't watching? They aren't going to tell you "(whoever) walks into a bar, he grabs his gun, and he shoots (Blank)"...that's a scene you'd have to see...because listening to it all you will hear is music, shooting, screams, and the scene goes on.
its' a bit ridiculous in my mind that you'd rather just listen to a show like The Wire and then go back and FIND the scenes that lack dialogue. You may as well just watch the show when you actually have time to sit down and watch it.
Instead find another podcast to listen to. Have you listened to Serial yet? Season 2 will be starting soon with a whole new case. That should fill your need.
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