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We’re carving out space in the airwaves for deep dives and thoughtful convos about our beloved pop culture that is often overlooked, laughed at, trashed, and brushed aside. Join us (and some of our internet pals!) for hot, juicy, maybe controversh opinions and a few rounds of games inspired by the stuff you watched when you were home sick with an anxiety-induced stomachache in your formative years.
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The Emotional Rollercoaster of the film, I Saw The TV Glow
Send us a Text Message.Discover the captivating depths of 'I Saw the TV Glow' in our latest episode! Join us as we delve into the surrealistic psychological drama directed by Jane Schoenbrun. With an impressive 84% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this film takes viewers on a mysterious journey exploring the profound bond between Maddie and Owen, centered around the TV show 'The Pink Opaque.'As Maddie mysteriously vanishes for a decade, their silent yet powerful connection evolves, only to resurfac...
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We're Finally Talking about the Vanderpump Rules Reunion
Send us a Text Message.Jump into the chaos of Vanderpump Rules Season 11 reunion with our latest episode! From Tom Sandoval's antics to Ariana's bold moves, we dissect every tear and tantrum. Join us as we navigate the divide between Team Sandoval and Team Ariana, while exploring the evolving storylines of James Kennedy and Lisa Vanderpump. Grab your cocktail and buckle up for a wild ride through the scandalous world of VPR!SHOW NOTESYouTuber and TikToker Christina CoccaEllis makes a house re...
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Discussing the Digital Guillotine and the Pursuit of Mindful Media Consumption
Send us a Text Message.This week, we delve into the 'digital guillotine' and the #Blockout2024 movement on TikTok. The movement urges users to block celebrities who stay silent on Palestine.We ponder how to balance entertainment with staying informed. We navigate the changing realms of culture and activism, examining differing perspectives on the movement's impact.Though we can't offer all the solutions, we shed light on how our engagement with pop culture and social media affects our mental ...
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Reporting Live from the Vaults on Fallout and Rupaul's Drag Race: All-Stars 9
Send us a Text Message.We're back for another week! Strap in for our commentary on the apocalyptic twists and turns of the Fallout TV series currently airing on Prime. Having not played the games, we're watching it fresh without any judgments. We dive into the narratives spun around the Brotherhood of Steel and the enigmatic Ghoul, masterfully portrayed by Walton Goggins. Ella Purnell's character, Lucy Maclean, has us rooting for an unlikely protagonist. The show is a reflection of our societ...
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Dishing on Drake & Kendrick's Feud plus the finale of Vanderpump Rules
Send us a Text Message.In this week's podcast episode, we dive deep into the complex dynamics of friendships portrayed on Vanderpump Rules. From loyalty to betrayal and hypocrisy, we dissect the dramatic and strategic moves both on and off-screen by the cast and by fans. We also explore how cast actions and production influence made this season particularly challenging to watch.Additionally, we delve into the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, while also pondering why 'BBL Drizzy'...
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Our Roundup of Hot Docs Film Festival Hits including Union, Disco's Revenge and Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted
Send us a Text Message.For this week's episode, we're taking you to one of the best film festivals our city of Toronto offers: the Hot Docs Film Festival.We share some of our hits from the festival, including Disco's Revenge (directed by Omar Majeed and Peter Mishara), Union (directed by Brett Story and Stephen Maing), Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted (directed by Isaac Gale and Ryan Olson) and Look Into My Eyes (directed by Lana Wilson). We also discuss a bit about the culture of Toront...