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WHAT AN EP! I say that a lot but seriously folks: this one was intense and so rewarding. Many thanks to Cameron Mitchell for showing me is excellent documentary DISPOSABLE HUMANITY (2026), which is coming out TODAY! Please go support it:

The premiere is September 4th at 4pm Eastern:
https://watch.eventive.org/disposablehumanity/play/6a7868d1bdb10f0bb45affc6

And you can also find it permanently here:
https://www.disposablehumanity.com/

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to Cameron Mitchell and Disposable Humanity
00:05:00 The Stumbling Upon Key Moments in the Filmmaking Process
00:13:00 American Eugenics Laws and Their Global Influence
00:21:13 Parallels Between Nazi and Modern Policies
00:28:54 Propaganda in Normalizing Eugenics
00:35:11 Observation and the Gas Chamber
00:48:39 Memory Keepers and Memorials
00:57:34 Growing Up in a Disabled Family
01:03:07 Ongoing Resistance
01:16:31 Human Dignity
01:20:09 The Human Cost
01:34:30 Documentaries
01:50:00 Media Theory and Closing Thoughts

shoutout to all the QUEENS who may or may not have [redacted] their husbands thereby turning them into prophets/leaders/et cetera. We get a rundown of that phenomenon as well as two HIGHLY RELEVANT movies from last year and 1960. Super fun episode, I could listen Kristina talk for hours! Please follow her:

https://www.kristinareinis.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@kristina.reinis
https://www.instagram.com/kristina.reinis/
https://www.youtube.com/@kristina.reinis

TOPICS
Shakers, Ann Lee, religious history, ecstasy, film analysis, religious movements, American history, spirituality, utopian communities, religious trauma charismatic religion, American religious history, evangelicalism, Pentecostal, Shakers, Ann Lee, religious influence, gender roles, religious scandals, cults religious fundamentalism, charismatic leaders, gender dynamics, American history, film analysis, cults, televangelism, Ann Lee, Amy McPherson, Elmer Gantry

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to Kristina Reinis and Her Work
00:05:57 The Historical Accuracy of the New Ann Lee Movie
00:12:05 Cultural Context: Shakers vs. Other Religious Movements
00:18:02 Choreography and Historical Representation in the Movie
00:25:55 Frustrations with Narrative Complexity
00:30:57 The Shakers' Approach to Theology
00:37:04 Ecstatic Experiences in Religion
00:43:00 The Split of Evangelicalism
00:48:43 Modern Charismatic Traditions
00:55:25 Empowerment in Conservative Religious Movements
01:02:47 The Complexity of Women's History and Accountability
01:09:07 Historical Figures and the Quest for Power
01:25:42 Dissolution of Family Structures
01:34:34 Character Dynamics and Power
01:48:03 The Nature of Deception and Trust
01:53:56 The Evolution of Fundamentalism
02:10:34 Concluding Thoughts on Gender Dynamics

THE COOLEST THING YET FOR THE POD! Thank you so much to Emma and the crew for hosting me back in February. I loved talking about the documentary, Highlander, the mission, movies, and everything else! Emma will be back on FOR SURE to talk Cyd Charisse, and I can't wait!

Topics
Highlander Center, social movements, community organizing, activism, intersectionality, history, civil rights, education, social change

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to Highlander Center and its significance
00:08:21 Intersectionality in social movements and community building
00:22:53 The influence of media and film on social consciousness
00:34:53 The story of Dorothy Cotton and her role in civil rights
00:43:43 Getting involved locally: talking to neighbors and community
00:53:19 The power of individual skills and community action
00:55:35 The emotional and psychological aspects of social change
01:04:14 The importance of diverse stories and voices in activism
01:14:31 Media, film, and storytelling in social movements

SPEAK A LIL JOHN WATERS FOR EM MEGAN. We are BACK with returning guest and irl spouse of mine Megan aka Magenta Elogy, who is boldly popping my John Waters cherry as though a giant lobster would: showing up out of nowhere and saying "WE MUST POD ON JOHN WATERS" until I become truly in a mania and start scaring some people. What a friend!!! Today we are taking a trip to THE CUCK LABORATORY

GO READ MEGAN'S WRITING AND FOLLOW HER AT:
https://magentaelogy.substack.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@magentaelogy

TOPICS
John Waters, Multiple Maniacs, queer cinema, film analysis, cult movies, Divine, independent film, transgressive art, film history, underground cinema film analysis, cult movies, director insights, cultural commentary, absurd cinema, Megan and Geoff, movie discussion, show notes, deep dive, entertainment film analysis, underground cinema, camp, John Waters, Delmer Daves, movie remastering, melodrama, cult films, movie analysis, filmmaking

Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Themes
00:05:40 Exploring John Waters and His Influence
00:10:37 Diving into 'Multiple Maniacs' and Its Impact
00:15:35 The Aesthetic of John Waters and Divine
00:20:38 Cultural Commentary and Personal Reflections
00:25:18 Nostalgia and the Impact of Jackass
00:30:33 Queerness in Film
00:40:33 The Role of Taste in Art
00:49:37 The Duality of Characters in The Sopranos
00:54:12 The Portrayal of Idiocy in Cinema
01:03:26 Empathy for the Foolish: A Discussion on Class and Society
01:11:22 Absurdity in Film: The Baby on Fire Scene
01:17:15 Exploring Delmer Daves' Directorial Style
01:28:18 The Cuck Laboratory and Family Dynamics
01:35:35 Exploring the Unconventional in Film
01:38:16 The Complexity of Melodrama and Irony
01:40:41 Earnestness in Camp Cinema
01:44:25 Celebrating the Outsiders in Film
01:52:16 The Artistry Behind Classic Melodrama
02:05:02 Final Thoughts and Future Film Discussions

HELLO HELLO sorry for the DELAY, I have been streaming too much and working on LONGER VIDEOS, so that means I am still trying to BALANCE my WORKLOAD. I don't know why I'm yelling. Basically, I am going to get back to a regular schedule on this. I still have a big backlog!

Because eps like this are super fun! We recorded this a while back, and I really loved going back and listening to it. Rebeca is great and you should follow her:

https://www.tiktok.com/@rebs__bebs
https://www.youtube.com/@rebs_bebs2
https://rebecaroblesrodriguez.carrd.co/

TOPICS
film noir, filmmaking, movie analysis, film history, alternate realities, classic movies, modern cinema, film discussion, movie collection, film techniques cinema, acting, film history, classic movies, movie critique, Hollywood, gothic horror, film analysis, actors, movie culture

CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Introduction to Rebeca
00:05:16 Generational Perspectives on Technology and Education
00:14:18 Cultural Reflections and Millennial Humor
00:22:15 Exploring Movie Experiences
00:25:27 Nostalgia and Classic Television
00:31:30 Character Dynamics in Film
00:37:16 Psychological Ramifications in Storytelling
00:48:58 Nostalgia for Early 2000s Movies
00:54:18 Exploring Film Noir and Its Aesthetic
01:04:10 The Changing Landscape of Movie Stars
01:05:52 The Future of Film and Audience Engagement
01:14:22 Gothic Horror and Modern Influences
01:24:13 The Evolution of Sci-Fi and Horror Genres
01:33:46 The James Lipton Questionnaire
01:44:18 Favorite and Least Favorite Sounds
01:47:19 Alternate Careers and Aspirations
01:58:09 Movie Recommendations