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This week, Juliet is back with Ringer colleague Wosny Lambre to discuss the latest highlights in celebrity and pop culture
This week, Juliet is back with Ringer colleague Wosny Lambre to discuss the latest highlights in celebrity and pop culture. They kick things off with Kayla Nicole’s appearance on Angel Reese’s podcast (1:32), followed by J.Lo’s feature in Interview Magazine, in which she chats with Nikki Glaser about her whirlwind summer (16:04). The duo also dives into the ongoing saga of Harry and Meghan’s divorce watch (3 ..read more
The Ringer » Pop Culture
1d ago
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Sunday night’s episode, “Cent’Anni,” underlines the strength of the series, particularly in the character work of Cristin Milioti’s Sofia Falcone
Perhaps you’ve heard: The Penguin, HBO’s TV spinoff of The Batman, isn’t good or even great but, better yet, the greatest feat of prestige TV since—I don’t know—The Last of Us. The hype is perhaps hard to believe for a variety of reasons. For one, the once-great superhero craze of the past decade has reached a point of bloat and exasperation, with more misses than hits from both Warner Bros. and Disney. Five year ..read more
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1d ago
Disney+
Mal and Jo are back to talk about the latest trial, Teen’s true identity, brooms, and more!
We fly together or not at all, and you know Mal and Jo love a broom! Our favorite witches are back to dive deep into the latest episode of Agatha All Along. They start their spell-binding dive by talking about brooms, of course (17:30), before getting into everything from the latest trial (50:16). Then, they finish off with plenty of discussion around Teen, his true identity, and the ending of the episode (02:08:20).
Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson
Producer: Mike Wargon
Video Editor: St ..read more
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3d ago
Netflix
Ben and Justin discuss ‘Alien: Isolation,’ with author Andy Kelly later joining in on the conversation. Then Steve Ahlman and Matt James pop by to give their impressions of ‘Silent Hill 2’ and ‘Metaphor: ReFantazio.’
Ben and Justin Charity tiptoe through the halls of Sevastopol to discuss the 10-year anniversary of Alien: Isolation and their experiences with the cult classic. Then they bring on Andy Kelly, author of Perfect Organism: An Alien: Isolation Companion, to discuss the game’s legacy, horror credentials, innovative AI system, and impact on Alien, as well as what they hope to ..read more
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3d ago
Bravo
This week, ‘Morally Corrupt’ gets into the notable absence of Candiace and Robyn from the ‘RHOP’ premiere, where they stand on Erin and Abe’s marital issues, and more
Rachel Lindsay and Callie Curry begin this week’s jam-packed Morally Corrupt with the Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9 premiere, as well as the notable absence of Candiace and Robyn (1:59). Then, Rachel is joined by Jodi Walker to break down Season 15, Episode 2 of The Real Housewives of New York and reveal where they stand on Erin and Abe’s marital issues (25:18). Rachel and Jodi then move on to discuss Season 5, Epis ..read more
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4d ago
Apple TV+
Jo and Rob talk about how the show leans into suspense instead of surprise, as well as its stunning visual style
Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney beware of narrative and form to recap the two-episode premiere of Disclaimer, the Apple TV+ miniseries starring Cate Blanchett. They discuss Alfonso Cuarón as a filmmaker, his history of loosely adapting works, and the decision to utilize narration throughout the story (1:29). Along the way, they talk about how the show leans into suspense instead of surprise, as well as its stunning visual style (18:41). Later, they break down how each of ..read more
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4d ago
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From ‘The Idea of You’ to ‘A Family Affair’ to ‘Lonely Planet,’ this year has marked the return of a much-deserved romance subgenre
In The Boy Next Door, it was a horror. In The Graduate, it was a blockbuster scandal. In Harold and Maude, it was bizarre. In How Stella Got Her Groove Back, it was how Stella got her groove back. But on streaming platforms in 2024, a gorgeous, established, middle-ish-aged woman sleeping with a much younger, attentive, virile man who’s obsessed with her and just wants to touch her lower back and make her feel seen ..read more
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4d ago
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Van and Rachel also discuss Hurricane Milton, J. Cole, the Met Gala, and more
Van and Rachel discuss the impact Hurricane Milton has had on Florida and the political storm surrounding it (18:48), react to revelations from Bob Woodward’s upcoming book, War (30:44), and discuss J. Cole addressing his decision to bow out of the Kendrick Lamar–Drake beef (45:53). Then a breakdown of Kamala Harris’s and Donald Trump’s recent interviews (54:31), as well as a quick debate on the theme of the upcoming Met Gala. Plus, what is Black dandyism (1:09:28)?
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4d ago
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Plus, Jodi and Chelsea share their personal obsession for the week
We’re taking a good hard look at the beautiful women who eat like raccoons this week. First we dive into the geriatric world of Noor Alfallah’s very famous boyfriends (2:35) and Jodi makes and tries Dua Lipa’s viral Diet Coke, pickle, and jalapeño recipe live on the podcast because she loves you very much (15:00). Then, they are finally ready to talk about Caroline Calloway (31:40), and they fangirl over the lega-sequel announcement heard across Genovia, Princess Diaries 3 (49:25). Finally, t ..read more
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4d ago
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Plus, Juliet and Jacoby share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News
This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover another TikTok cake story, break down the latest olive oil heist, and discuss California banning farm-raised octopus. For this week’s Taste Test, they try hot fudge sundae–flavored Liquid Death. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News.
Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to ha ..read more