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SPECIAL TRI-EPISODE WHATTTTT???? Yes, so, Isabel is a fantastically knowledgeable Louise Brooks gal, so I wanted to have her on to discuss Pandora's Box and Louise Brooks in general. And I picked Something Wild to go along with it, since I knew one of the characters was big into Brooks, too. BUT THEN I watched Star 80 by Bob Fosse by happenstance around the time of the ep, and Isabel was nice enough to make this the first ever TRIPLE THREAT ep. And it's so good imo! I love doing the pod so much, but this was a particularly great episode to discuss what the H is wrong with men and the obsession with men towards certain women and the desire for seeing women's storytelling.

Isabel can be found:
https://www.instagram.com/angryweirdthing/
https://www.tiktok.com/@angryweirdthingg

She's great!

Topics
Louise Brooks, Louise Brooks biography, Louise Brooks movies, film history, male gaze, exploitation, obsession, societal critique, Hollywood, women in film classic cinema, women in film, manic pixie dream girl, achievement culture, Hollywood history, Louise Brooks, Dorothy Stratton, Marilyn Monroe, gender roles, film analysis film history, women in cinema, Louise Brooks, Marilyn Monroe, Dorothy Stratton, representation, ethics, Hollywood, celebrity culture

Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction to Louise Brooks and Film Selection
00:05:54 The Reception of Pandora's Box
00:14:18 Voyeurism in Film and Its Impact
00:21:08 The Consequences of Objectification
00:22:52 The Consequences of Relationships for Women and Men
00:23:50 Exploring the Manic Pixie Dream Girl Trope
00:25:24 Cinematic Representations of Women in Film
00:27:20 Dehumanization and Violence Against Women
00:30:01 The Complexity of Female Characters
00:32:34 Agency and Control in Relationships
00:34:41 The Manic Pixie Dream Girl: A Double-Edged Sword
00:37:34 The Evolution of Female Characters in Cinema
00:43:39 The Impact of Male Perspectives on Female Representation
00:50:28 The Complexity of Divorce in Film and Society
00:52:32 Exploring Female Agency in Classic Cinema
00:54:43 The Impact of Personal Struggles on Artistic Legacy
00:57:07 Navigating Fame and Personal Identity
00:59:03 The Dichotomy of Female Representation in Film
01:02:04 The Consequences of Sexual Liberation
01:04:59 The Role of Men in Women's Lives and Careers
01:07:56 Agency and Control in Relationships
01:11:03 The Objectification of Women in Media
01:14:00 The Legacy of Louise Brooks and Female Empowerment
01:16:51 The Complexity of Representation in Film
01:19:43 Exploring the Dark Side of Hollywood
01:22:43 The Evolution of Acting Styles
01:25:31 The Role of Directors in Shaping Performances
01:28:22 Reflections on Modern Filmmaking Practices
01:31:17 The Life of Louise Brooks
01:34:12 The Impact of Film on Identity
01:37:12 Agency and Rebellion in Historical Context
01:40:27 Exploring Obsession and Masculinity
01:43:15 The Complexity of Human Nature
01:46:17 Reflections on Personal Choices and Regrets
01:51:21 The Nature of Obsession and Control
01:54:53 Desires and Aspirations of Women
01:57:58 The Dilemma of Relationships
02:01:35 The Complexity of Female Characters
02:05:56 The Impact of Achievement Culture
02:10:12 The Consequences of Freedom and Control
02:13:38 The Tragic Lives of Iconic Women
02:22:14 Exploring Obsession in Film
02:25:07 The Perspective of Women in Cinema
02:28:16 The Role of Female Directors
02:31:13 Cultural Commentary on Women in Film
02:34:12 The Legacy of Iconic Actresses
02:37:17 Critique of Violence in Film
02:40:14 The Complexity of Female Characters
02:43:15 Recommendations and Reflections

we're trying something NEW HERE, folks! I flapped my wings and flew out to Fort Worth, Texas to visit Scott Winterrowd at the Sid Richardson Museum in Fort Worth, Texas to do a MUSEUMCAST. I don't know what actually to call it, but think of it as a tour of some really cool stuff through a very cool museum with stuff set to it. Kind of a slidecast, to borrow a Well There's Your Problem term.

The reason for it was the incredibly cool exhibit "The Cinematic West: The Art That Made the Movies". I hope you enjoy, and PLEASE AND DEFINITELY go visit them:

https://sidrichardsonmuseum.org/

Many thanks to Kyla Briggs for shooting the interview!

Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:35 A Misdeal by Frederic Remington
00:07:18 A Taint on the Wind by Frederic Remington
00:10:08 Man's Weapons Are Useless When Nature Goes Armed by C.M. Russell
00:15:37 Among the Led Horses by Frederic Remington
00:23:03 Rounded-Up by Frederic Remington
00:27:15 Jumping on to a Horse by Frederic Remington
00:30:28 In the Wake of the Buffalo Runners by C.M. Russell
00:33:34 Will Rogers and Fairbanks as D'Artagnan by C.M. Russell
00:38:08 Movie Night at Taos Theater by Oscar Berninghaus
00:43:16 Wrap-up and Outro

oh my GOODNESS I'VE BEEN WAITING TO PUT THIS ONE OUT FOR SO LONG!!! One of the funniest and most exciting episodes I've ever done. I'm so glad I got to meet and make friends with Pat, he's so incredibly funny and I am totally convinced about Bad Boys II now. Such an incredibly fun one!!

Find Pat at:

https://www.tiktok.com/@nomdecoom
https://www.instagram.com/nomdecoom/

TOPICS
Bad Boys II, American cinema, Michael Bay, action movies, drug trafficking, foreign policy, special forces, cultural commentary, maximalism, film analysis Michael Bay, Bad Boys II, American cinema, cultural commentary, imperialism, racial dynamics, film analysis, violence in film, aging films, personal anecdotes Cultural Critique, Therapy, Masculinity, Post-9/11 America, Michael Bay, Cinema, Violence, Miami, Nostalgia, Ideology cinema, war, sociopathy, American identity, Westerns, action movies, military culture, film critique, empire, violence military industrial complex, media influence, political ideologies, modern society, tech industry, cinema recommendations, corruption, morality, Spielberg, cultural commentary

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:05:52 Exploring Themes of American Identity in Film
00:11:51 Drug Trafficking and American Foreign Policy
00:17:58 Cultural Commentary on Action Movies
00:24:06 Manufacturing Consent in Cinema
00:33:56 American Fascism in Film
00:50:33 Racial Dynamics and Imperialism in Bad Boys II
01:04:37 Cultural Reflections and Memes
01:09:55 Post-9/11 America and Cinematic Violence
01:16:23 Nostalgia and the End of History
01:25:25 The Descent of American Cinema
01:37:47 Cinematic Reflections on War and Society
01:43:43 Sociopathy in Military Culture
01:55:43 Critique of Modern War Films
02:06:52 The Sin of American Empire
02:12:10 The Vicious Cycle of Corruption
02:18:27 Cynicism and the State of Modern Society
02:24:34 The Complexity of Spielberg's Narratives

MUCH FUN with my main man Lucas Waterfill discussing two all-timers. Absolutely loved My Left Foot, and loved Freaks since the first time I saw it, so I was real happy to do this ep! Lucas is doing standup at:

GO BANANAS, Cincinnati, OH, March 19-21
HELIUM, Indianapolis, IN, April 2-4

Be sure to follow him on all platforms and check out other dates here:

https://www.lucaswaterfill.com/

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:06:10 Art, Artists, and Controversial Figures
00:11:54 Personal Stories and Political Views
00:17:51 Community and Support for Disabled Individuals
00:23:56 Movies as a Reflection of Society
00:39:59 The Controversial Production of 'Freaks'
00:45:00 Cultural Reflections and Empathy in Cinema
00:50:56 Eugenics and Disability Representation
00:56:55 Class Struggles and Societal Critique in 'Freaks'
01:11:59 Transitioning to 'My Left Foot' and Its Impact
01:20:44 The Complexity of Disability in Film
01:27:22 The Human Experience: Alcoholism and Its Impact
01:34:24 Cultural Reflections: Irish Identity and Disability
01:40:42 The Art of Storytelling: Method Acting and Authenticity
01:57:09 Representation Matters: The Need for Authentic Voices
02:03:07 The Economic Reality of Disability in Media
02:08:47 The Impact of Historical Context on Film
02:14:58 Critiquing Modern Horror and Its Aesthetic Choices
02:20:48 The Role of Social Commentary in Film

oh my GOODNESS this episode is GREAT!!! I feel like the show has been building towards an hour and a half discussion of Skibidi Toilet and Playtime with arguably the world's biggest Skibidi expert, and (Louie Anderson voice) I LOVE it! Seriously, this was so much fun. I feel like I talked too much as I often do so sorry to the listeners who wanted to hear more of Aidan (I did too I'm just not the greatest podcast host!!!), but you can find him at:

https://www.aidanwalker.info/

which has links to all his socials and videos which are SO good! I'm such a fan!

Topics
Pasolini, Playtime, Skibidi Toilet, AI, adult content, cinema, technology, dystopia, modern media, cultural commentary, surveillance, capitalism, media, propaganda, Epstein files, trust issues, short form video, democratization, AI, human connection, cultural reflections, relationships, Brechtian theater, digital culture

Chapters
00:00:00 Exploring AI and Gender Representation in Media
00:03:56 The Artistic Craft of Skibbity Toilet
00:06:43 Cultural Reflections in Skibbity Toilet
00:09:51 War and Media: The Modern Perspective
00:12:42 The Intersection of Gaming and Warfare
00:15:44 The Creator Behind Skibbity Toilet
00:20:12 The Role of Streaming in Modern Warfare Coverage
00:21:34 Propaganda and Information Warfare
00:22:31 The Dark Side of Ideological Manipulation
00:24:46 The Epstein Files and Trust Issues
00:27:19 The Emotional Toll of Misinformation
00:29:51 Epstein as a Reflection of Systemic Issues
00:31:36 The Banal Nature of Power and Abuse
00:36:14 Exploring Pasolini's Salo: A Leftist Perspective
00:39:06 Playtime: A Contrast of Modernity and Humanity
00:42:09 The Digital World of Playtime: A Cinematic Innovation
00:45:14 The NPCs of Playtime: A Reflection on Modern Existence
00:48:06 Surveillance and the Human Experience in Playtime
00:51:11 The Art of Long Takes: Playtime vs. Skibbidi Toilet
00:54:07 The Role of Technology in Modern Cinema
00:56:59 Constructed Realities: The Metaphor of Playtime
01:02:44 The Power of Physical Comedy
01:03:59 International Appeal of Visual Storytelling
01:05:08 The Role of Cinema in Social Change
01:07:04 Democratization vs. Alienation in Short-Form Video
01:11:38 The Nuances of Skibidi and Its Impact
01:17:13 Freedom Within Constraints: The Walled Garden of Media
01:25:55 The Future of Human Connection in a Digital Age
01:30:18 Art, Critique, and the Role of Digital Culture