Beste Criticism podcaster (2024)

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A new era. 2:10

2M ago2:10

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Hi everyone. I hope you're doing well. Listen to my podcast for more details. Also, if you want to read music reviews about Dreamville Records, you can find it in my blog or you can search "Dreamville music label" on Wattpad. Thanks!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i-am-music-criticism/message…

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An announcement 22:46

3M ago22:46

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We’re sorry for the wait! The fate of Criticism Is Dead has been decided. We hope you will listen to this update. Thank you. <3 ... Where to find us: Pelin: Twitter / Letterboxd / InstagramJenny: Twitter / Instagram / Newsletter / LetterboxdIf you need to get in touch, still: criticismisdead@gmail.com Music: REEKAH Artwork and design: Sara Macias a…

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Practical Criticism, No. 67: 2023 Algorithmically "Wrapped" 2:57:43

5M ago2:57:43

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In episode 67 of Practical Criticism, Rebecca and Ajay surprise each other with songs and compositions drawn exclusively from their respective algorithmically-generated Spotify "Wrapped" playlists! Pieces include Erza Furman's "Can I Sleep in Your Brain"; Linked Horizon's "Guren No Yumiya" (from theAttack on Titan soundtrack); Lucy Dacus's "Night S…

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Practical Criticism No. 61—2021 Year in Review 2:23:20

6M ago2:23:20

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In Episode 61 of the Podcast for Social Research's Practical Criticism Series, Ajay Singh Chauhary and Rebecca Ariel Porte consider the music that, for them, best speaks to the zeitgeist of the year past, including a final song to play out 2021. Selections include everything from Baroque lute to compositions newly minted. Discussed: Japanese Breakf…

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KOD has different types of denotations 15:51

7M ago15:51

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According to Wikipedia, it has stated that K.O.D. is the fifth studio album by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on April 20, 2018, through Dreamville Records, Roc Nation and Interscope Records. The majority of the production on the album was handled by Cole himself, along with others such as T-Minus, Mark Pelli, BLVK and Ron Gilmore. For mo…

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Is the album ,"4 Your Eyez Only" by J.Cole based on J.Cole's personal experience? 12:44

7M ago12:44

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According to Wikipedia, it states that Genius reached out to a source close to Dreamville, who confirmed that the storyline is about a real friend of Cole's and that he changed the name to James for the sake of privacy. Wanna know more? LISTEN to the rest of my podcast. Thank you :-). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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Forest Hills Drive : Live album review 13:47

8M ago13:47

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As stated by Dreamville Records, "History turned into an album. Just in time for Cole's birthday, Forest Hills Drive Live includes thirteen tracks recorded live from Cole's sold-out show at Crown Coliseum in his hometown of Fayetteville, N.C. For more details, make sure to listen to the rest of my podcast :-). --- Send in a voice message: https://p…

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Reasons why 2014 Forest Hills Drive by J.Cole is one of the best albums of all time 13:14

9M ago13:14

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According to Wikipedia, it states that 2014 Forest Hills Drive is the third studio album by American rapper, J Cole. It was released on December 9 2014 by ByStorm Entertainment, Columbia Records, Dreamville Records and Roc Nation. For more details, make sure to listen to my podcast. Thank you :-). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo…

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Practical Criticism No. 62: Art-Pop 1:46:49

11M ago1:46:49

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In episode 62 of the Podcast for Social Research's "Practical Criticism" series, Rebecca Ariel Porte plays Roxy Music, Kate Bush, and Kanye West as examples of "art-pop" for Ajay Singh Chaudhary, who, as usual, doesn't know what the object of the week will be. Their conversation ranges over what exactly "art-pop" is, rhythmic and historical time, b…

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Practical Criticism No. 63: Waltzing to War 2:04:41

11M ago2:04:41

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In Episode 63 of the Podcast for Social Research's "Practical Criticism Series," Ajay Singh Chaudhary plays "The Band Played Waltzing Matilda," as covered by The Pogues, for Rebecca Ariel Porte, who, as usual, doesn't know what the sonic object of the week will be. Their conversations covers resonances between World War I and our own historical mom…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF: "With Open Eyes" 29:27

11M ago29:27

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 10 “With Open Eyes,” the board decides. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs for what to watch can go t…

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Barry, Yellowjackets, and mini grab bag 1:08:52

12M ago1:08:52

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We discuss Barry and Yellowjackets, two series about human darkness. 05:17 Barry season 4, streaming on HBO Max, is reaching new, uncanny, glorious heights. 29:51 Yellowjackets season 2, streaming on Showtime, doesn’t quite live up to all its promises, instead faltering and stalling to an unfortunate degree. 45:02 Plus, mini grab bag time! A collec…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF: "Church and State" 27:53

12M ago27:53

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 9 “Church and State,” a funeral becomes a battleground. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs for what t…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 8: "America Decides" 16:22

12M ago16:22

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 8 “America Decides,” THIS IS WHAT AMERICA LOOKS LIKE etc. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs for what…

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Reasons why "Born Sinner" is one of the most unique albums released by J. Cole 16:06

12M ago16:06

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According to Wikipedia, it states that "Born Sinner is the second studio album by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on June 18, 2013, ByStorm Entertainment, Columbia Records, Dreamville Records and Roc Nation. The album serves as the follow-up to his debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story (2011)". For more details, listen to the rest of…

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The Diplomat, How to Blow Up a Pipeline, and writers strike 47:12

12M ago47:12

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We discuss The Diplomat and How to Blow Up a Pipeline, a series and a film about political maneuvering — whether from the backroom or from on the ground. 02:59 Netflix’s The Diplomat, a soapy and snappy political and marital thriller, is tailor-made for fans of The West Wing and Keri Russell. 22:54 How to Blow Up a Pipeline, available in theaters/V…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 7: "Tailgate Party" 23:49

12M ago23:49

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 7 "Tailgate Party," a long-stewing showdown finally brings the naked truth to light. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, co…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 6: "Living+" feat. Andrew Liu 19:20

1y ago19:20

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Episode Notes This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season.In episode 6 “Living Plus,” the kids are in LA for Investor Day. ...Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs …

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 5: "Kill List" feat. Alison Herman 36:02

1y ago36:02

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Show Notes This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. This week we're joined by Variety's TV critic, Alison Herman. In episode five, "Kill List", the Waystar-Royco squadron meet their GoJo counterparts in Norway to try and finish the deal, but negotiations get inevitably trickier than they a…

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Beef, Showing Up, and Kylothée who??? 53:29

1y ago53:29

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We discuss Beef and Showing Up, a series and a film about characters who orbit around each other as frenemies — or straight-up enemies. 02:14 Beef, streaming on Netflix, is a darkly funny, often surprising, genuinely invigorating thrill of a TV show. 28:55 Showing Up, playing in theaters, is a deceptively unassuming portrait of an artist that — muc…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 4: "Honeymoon States" 24:09

1y ago24:09

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 4 “Honeymoon States,” the Coronation Demolition Derby kicks off, garbed in black. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, compl…

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Practical Criticism No. 64: What is Afrofuturism? 1:52:14

1y ago1:52:14

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In episode 64 of the Podcast for Social Research's Practical Criticism series, live-recorded at Montez Press Radio's Canal street studio, Rebecca Ariel Porte and Ajay Singh Chaudhary play Sun Ra, Deltron 3030, Janaelle Monae, and Solange for guest Kazembe Balagun—all prompts to the question, what is Afrofuturism? A special co-production with Montez…

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Practical Criticism No. 64.5 - Afrofuturism Radio 2:27:56

1y ago2:27:56

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Episode 64.5 of Practical Criticism picks up where episode 64, What is Afrofuturism?, leaves off, answering, as it were, the latter’s titular question by way of a two-hour DJ set, interspersed with explanations and commentary. Ajay and Rebecca spin tracks by Parliament Funkadelic, Miles Davis, Flying Lotus (ft. Kendrick Lamar), FKA Twigs, Kool Keit…

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Practical Criticism No. 65 - Dark Side of the Moon 2:14:04

1y ago2:14:04

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In episode 65 of the Podcast for Social Research's "Practical Criticism" series, the game has changed. For a special live recording of the final episode of 2022, everyone knew in advance that the sonic object would be Pink Floyd's landmark concept album—and favorite laser light show accompaniment—Dark Side of the Moon. A gathering of dedicated list…

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Perry Mason, The Big Door Prize, and Love Is Blind s4 49:16

1y ago49:16

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We discuss Perry Mason and The Big Door Prize, two shows about people reluctantly grappling with their life potential. 03:22 Perry Mason, streaming on HBO Max, returns for a second season that is vibe-ier and better crafted than the first. 18:56 The Big Door Prize, streaming on Apple TV+, is the right blend of lighthearted quirk, existential questi…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 3: "Connor's Wedding" 21:05

1y ago21:05

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 3 “Connor’s Wedding,” the unthinkable — and the inevitable — happens. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and r…

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Return to Seoul, Rye Lane, and the trial of Gwyneth Paltrow 47:02

1y ago47:02

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We discuss Return to Seoul and Rye Lane, two films with a strong sense of place. 02:22 At times discomfiting, at times revelatory, the film Return to Seoul — playing in select theaters — is a distinctive spin on the journey of an adoptee. 26:19 The pleasant rom-com Rye Lane, streaming on Hulu, does a better job highlighting the charm of a city than…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 2: "Rehearsal" 23:38

1y ago23:38

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our special series following along Succession’s fourth and final season. In episode 2 “Rehearsal,” business and personal issues became entangled (again). ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and r…

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Top Chef, Next in Fashion, and the latest nepo baby 46:07

1y ago46:07

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We discuss Top Chef and Next in Fashion, two reality competition shows that demonstrate the importance of skill. 04:06 We have a soft spot for Top Chef because we love to witness CRAFT, and season 20 — streaming on Hulu, Peacock, etc. — is no exception. 23:26 Netflix revived its promising fashion design competition reality show Next in Fashion only…

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SUCCESSION SENDOFF episode 1: "The Munsters" 23:14

1y ago23:14

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This is SUCCESSION SENDOFF, our new weekly special following along Succession’s fourth and final season! Featuring a review of what happened in episode 1, our thoughts, and three new recurring segments: Daddy’s Best Boy, The Disgusting Boy, and Death Watch. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we re…

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The best movies of all time (in our opinion) 48:07

1y ago48:07

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We have a very special one for you this week. In honor of our 100th episode — yes, that’s right, this is the big 1-0-0! — we’re doing our own highly personal version of the AFI greatest films list. Presenting: our top seven films, respectively. (Obligatory disclaimers: We haven’t watched everything, these are not really in any particular order, the…

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Top Gun: Maverick, The Reluctant Traveler, and Oscar predictions 45:41

1y ago45:41

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We discuss Top Gun: Maverick and The Reluctant Traveler, a film and a series about older men discovering that they have plenty left to live for. 02:41 Don’t overthink Top Gun: Maverick — the film, streaming on Paramount+ and MGM+, is the epitome of “turn your brain off and rock on.” 21:59 The Reluctant Traveler, streaming on Apple TV+, is a sometim…

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The Last of Us, Hello Tomorrow!, and Succession countdown 47:05

1y ago47:05

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We discuss The Last of Us and Hello Tomorrow!, two vastly different visions of the past, present, and future. 03:00 The Last of Us, streaming on HBO Max, is faithful yet fresh enough to appeal to both pre-existing fans and new viewers. 27:00 Hello Tomorrow!, streaming on Apple TV+, is a gorgeous but underbaked series about a grifter salesman in a r…

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Shrinking, Sharper, and congrats to these celeb couples 38:08

1y ago38:08

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We discuss Shrinking and Sharper, a series and a film that work best if you’re willing to turn your brain off and enjoy the ride. 02:39 Shrinking, streaming on Apple TV+, is far from graceful at striking the balance between profound and lighthearted, but it boasts a likable cast with chemistry and laughs. 20:54 Sharper, streaming on Apple TV+, does…

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Lockwood & Co, Somebody I Used to Know, and big red boots 38:21

1y ago38:21

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We discuss Lockwood & Co and Somebody I Used to Know, a TV series and a film about owning your agency, whether you’re a teen ghost killer or a documentary filmmaker. 02:54 Lockwood & Co, streaming on Netflix, takes a good idea (teen detective supernatural thriller) and builds out an appealing world with it. 18:50 Somebody I Used to Know, streaming …

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To Leslie, Paul T. Goldman, and Pedro Pascal 42:52

1y ago42:52

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We discuss To Leslie and Paul T. Goldman, a film and a series about people trapped by their own demons. 03:37 To Leslie, available VOD, is a familiar narrative that’s elevated by an Oscar-worthy performance. 19:38 Paul T. Goldman, streaming on Peacock, is as painstakingly and skillfully crafted as it is completely wild. 38:35 Plus, culture notes ab…

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Something is interesting about "The Off Season" by J. Cole 10:50

1y ago10:50

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After three years, J. Cole finally dropped his highly anticipated album, The Off-Season on May 14, 2021. What makes it interesting? For more details, listen to the rest of my podcast😃Thank you🙂.The information came from my book, "Dreamville music label." It is available on Wattpad, Belletristica and Anystories.P.S. Listen with headphones--- Send in…

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CHRONICLES OF REVENGE OF THE DREAMERS I,II AND III. 9:39

1y ago9:39

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According to the Revenge Documentary on YouTube the purpose of the album ROTD3 was to empower everyone. For more details, listen to the rest of my podcast😃Thank you🙂.The information came from my book, "Dreamville music label." It is available on Wattpad, Belletristica and Anystories.P.S. Listen with headphones--- Send in a voice message: https://po…

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Last Winter Album is based on real life events 8:50

1y ago8:50

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According to Wikipedia it states that,"Last Winter is the debut studio album by American rapper Bas. It was released on April 29,2014 by Dreamville Records and Interscope Records. The album debuted at No. 103 on Billboard 200, selling 3,601 copies in it's first week. It has sold 11 000 copies in the US as of February 2016. For more details, listen …

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Aftersun, Poker Face, and Andrea Riseborough 42:59

1+ y ago42:59

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We discuss Aftersun and Poker Face, a film and a series that use perspective to conceal and reveal pieces of the puzzle. 04:44 The father-daughter drama Aftersun, available VOD, is a feat of subtle, naturalistic acting. 20:38 Poker Face, streaming on Peacock, is an utterly fun “howcatchem” procedural. 33:31 Plus, culture notes about Andrea Riseboro…

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Elvis, The Makanai, and Sundance 40:53

1+ y ago40:53

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We discuss Elvis and The Makanai, a film and a series about the people behind the performer. 03:37 Elvis, streaming on HBO Max, is a gaudy, flawed, stirring love letter to the King of Rock and Roll. 17:43 The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House, streaming on Netflix, is a comforting series about friendship, life choices, and following one’s dreams…

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Grab bag: The Traitors, Babylon, Fleishman Is in Trouble, and more 48:23

1+ y ago48:23

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This is a grab bag episode, a.k.a. one of our occasional watchlist dumps. We’ve been getting through plenty of TV and film, not all of which can make it into our main episodes, so this is where it’s going! 02:39 His Dark Materials s3 (HBO Max) 05:47 Emily in Paris s3 (Netflix) 07:59 The English (Amazon Prime Video) 11:26 Slow Horses s2 (Apple TV+) …

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Glass Onion, Triangle of Sadness, and good for M3GAN 43:42

1+ y ago43:42

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We discuss Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and Triangle of Sadness, two films that beat us over the head with cynicism about money and power. 02:01 Glass Onion, streaming on Netflix, is neither outstanding nor terrible, but basically akin to a fine or even fun Scooby-Doo mystery. 20:06 Triangle of Sadness, available VOD, is blunt, vulgar, and cha…

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The best movies and TV shows of 2022 (in our opinion) 33:53

1+ y ago33:53

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It's our year-end special! To close out 2022, we each present our top 5 picks for film and TV, respectively, from this year. 01:45 Movies! 15:26 TV! (For honorable mentions, check out criticismisdead.substack.com.) Thank you so much for tuning in this year. See you in 2023!! ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — includin…

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Emily the Criminal, Decision to Leave, and The White Lotus s2 finale 51:55

1+ y ago51:55

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We discuss Emily the Criminal and Decision to Leave, two films about crimes of passion. 02:05 Emily the Criminal, streaming on Netflix, is an impressive feature film debut that hits all the right notes, and then some. 18:27 Decision to Leave, streaming on Mubi, is stylish, unbridled, and utterly, unexpectedly romantic. 35:34 Plus, The White Lotus S…

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Wednesday, The Big Brunch, and Sight & Sound's greatest films of all time 43:58

1+ y ago43:58

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We discuss Wednesday and The Big Brunch, two shows that highlight how nice it is to be a part of a community. 02:14 Wednesday, streaming on Netflix, is a surprisingly great mix of supernatural hijinks, murder mystery antics, and teen boarding school escapades. 16:24 The Big Brunch is HBO Max’s answer to The Great British Bake Off: a cooking competi…

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The White Lotus, The Menu, and Andor and political praxis 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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We discuss The White Lotus season 2 and The Menu, two works highlighting the relationship between those who serve and those who take from the silver platter. 02:39 The White Lotus’s second season, streaming on HBO Max, is even better than the first, poking with a sharper, slyer stick at sex, power, and gender dynamics. 23:01 The Menu, currently in …

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The Banshees of Inisherin, See How They Run, and more Twitter thoughts 48:24

1+ y ago48:24

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We discuss The Banshees of Inisherin and See How They Run, two films that raise the question of the importance of art over lives lived. 03:28 The Banshees of Inisherin, playing in theaters, finds equal parts comedy, tragedy, and emotional resonance in the dissolution of a friendship. 24:49 See How They Run, streaming on HBO Max, is a tight parcel o…

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Less Icky 1:28:05

1+ y ago1:28:05

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Welcome back! This week we have a guest, Marcus, who joins us in our discussions on House of the Dragon, Alex Jones, and how Amazon prime video just cant get their shit together. Hosted by Nick, Byron & Sean Subscribe and leave 5 stars with text on iTunes for a shout out, and follow us on Twitter @CCriticismBlog and like our Facebook page Facebook.…

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Andor, Paterson, and the Twitter question 46:45

1+ y ago46:45

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We discuss Andor and Paterson, a series and a film that hone in on the details of ordinary people’s lives. 06:20 Andor, streaming on Disney+, is not just great Star Wars television — it’s great television, period. 22:46 In Paterson, streaming on Amazon Prime Video, characters and viewers alike find art and beauty in everyday circumstances. 35:53 Pl…

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