The Smell Test Podcast

Jessica Homer & Diane Odeh
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Hosts Jessica and Diane revisit beloved films from our past and discuss whether or not they still hold up in the 2020s: and by that we mean culturally, ethically, humorously, and through our own personal gut checks. If they do, they pass our “smell test”!

  1. MAR 16

    Smell Test Episode 100: Wish Upon a Star

    Wish Upon A Star (1996) was a Disney Channel Original Movie that followed the body-swap trope. Tune in to hear the origins of body swap movies, our thoughts on who we would swap with, fatphobia, and the ethics of trading places with someone.

    1h 10m

  2. MAR 2

    Smell Test Episode 99: Harry and the Hendersons

    Harry and the Hendersons (1987) had a formidable impact on Jessica's thinking today. Tune in to hear more about it! Topics include toxic masculinity, environmental protection, and why Diane thinks Seattle sucks.

    56 min

  3. FEB 23

    Smell Test Episode 98: Orange County

    Orange County (2002) debuted 24 years ago and supplanted Jack Black as a physical comedy icon. Tune in as we give this film a review. Topics include elderly abuse, addiction, and nepo babies.

    55 min

  4. FEB 10

    Smell Test Episode 97: Double Jeopardy

    Double Jeopardy (1999) stars feminist icon and activist Ashley Judd. Tune in as real-life lawyer Jess gives us a lesson on why the film's premise isn't legally sound.

    1h 7m

  5. FEB 2

    Smell Test Episode 96: Drop Dead Gorgeous

    Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999) follows wannabe beauty queens in small town Minnesota. Join us as we talk about if this is really a black comedy or plain offensive in 2026. Topics include disability representation, beauty standards, and which contestant we most identify with.

    55 min

  6. JAN 26

    Smell Test Episode 95: What Women Want

    What Women Want (2000) stars Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt--and a host of other famous actors. Topics include talking about what an (alleged) a*****e Mel Gibson is, and debriefing on if this film really represents the female psyche.

    1h 13m

  7. JAN 23

    Smell Test Episode 94: Three Amigos!

    Three Amigos! (1986) is where Steve Martin and Martin Short's longtime friendship and collaboration began. Topics include the proliferation of police state, portrayal of women of color, and how much Chevy Chase sucks.

    50 min

  8. JAN 5

    Smell Test Episode 93: Bridget Jones's Diary

    Happy New Year, everyone! This week we talk about 2001's Bridget Jones's Diary. Topics in this episode include fatphobia, new year's resolutions, and workplace relationships.

    1h 8m
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Hosts Jessica and Diane revisit beloved films from our past and discuss whether or not they still hold up in the 2020s: and by that we mean culturally, ethically, humorously, and through our own personal gut checks. If they do, they pass our “smell test”!

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  • Creator
    Jessica Homer & Diane Odeh
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jessica Homer & Diane Odeh
  • Show Website
    The Smell Test Podcast