Fresh off of the multiple Emmy wins for Fleabag\\xa0and Killing\\xa0Eve, we discuss our love of one of the smartest writer/director/actors in TV - Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
We discuss the second seasons of\\xa0Killing\\xa0Eve\\xa0and\\xa0Fleabag, two creations of this absurdly talented multi-hyphenate (ok \\u2013 and maybe we go on a teeny tiny tangent and discuss how some series are better than others at concluding).
Then, Amita interviews costume designer Marci Rodgers about her work on Spike Lee\\u2019s\\xa0She\\u2019s\\xa0Gotta\\xa0Have\\xa0it\\xa0and\\xa0BlacKkKlansman.
Finally, Amita reviews Sean\\u2019s Big Sell from last week \\u2013 the Netflix series,\\xa0Special, and then sells him a new singer,\\xa0Masego, who is headed to the\\xa0Afropunk\\xa0stage later this summer.
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Why is it still rare to see a romantic relationship between a black man and a white woman on TV? Is Netflix more progressive depicting interracial relationships than other networks?\\xa0 How did the casting of a Cheerios commercial ignite a racist backlash?
In this week\\u2019s episode, we chat with Lori Tharps, a former\\xa0Entertainment Weekly\\xa0and\\xa0Vibe Magazine\\xa0writer, novelist and Associate Professor of Journalism at Temple University about how interracial relationships are portrayed on film and TV.
Lori breaks down the positive and negative aspects about the depiction of some of the more memorable interracial relationships in pop culture including Tom and Helen Willis on\\xa0The Jeffersons, Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner in\\xa0The Bodyguard\\xa0and Aziz Ansari\\u2019s love interests in\\xa0Master of None.
Then, Amita gives her rating and review of Jose James\\u2019 latest covers album\\xa0Lean on Me\\xa0and sells Sean on a new single from her multi-talented fantasy husband- Riz MC aka Riz Ahmed.
Links:
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Lori\\u2019s blog-\\xa0My American Melting Pot
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We continue our celebration of Pride Month with an interview with Adam Vazquez - the co-creator and co-producer of Other Boys NYC - a 50 part documentary series that explores and celebrates the lives of queer and transgender men of color living in the big apple. We discuss why Adam and his producing partner, Abdool Corlette, felt the need to create the series and we also talk about the current state of life for queer men of color on the eve of the 50th anniversary of Stonewall.
Plus, Amita reviews Sean\'s Big Sell from last episode - a playlist he created featuring the guest verses of Andre 3000. Then, Amita keeps \'reaching for the stars\' and sells Sean a \'far out\' Spotify playlist.
Links:
Listen to our recent episode featuring the producers of a new Stonewall Documentary.
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If you\'re tired of hearing about the collective disappointment of a certain dragon-centric TV show - have no fear - in this episode we celebrate successful achievement of some of the most satisfying shows on television!
First up, Sean and Amita discuss the second seasons of Killing\\xa0Eve and Fleabag, two creations of the absurdly talented Phoebe Waller-Bridge (ok - and maybe we go on a teeny tiny tangent and discuss how some series are better than others at concluding).
Then Amita interviews costume designer Marci Rodgers about her work on Spike Lee\'s She\'s\\xa0Gotta\\xa0Have It\\xa0and BlacKkKlansman.
Finally Amita reviews Sean\'s Big Sell from last week - the new Netflix series, Special, and then sells him a new singer, Masego, who is headed to the Afropunk stage later this summer.
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Then we present a one-on-one interview with Takashi Doscher, the writer and director of the film Only which premiered this month at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film stars Freida Pinto and Leslie Odom Jr. as a couple fighting to survive in a world in which Pinto\'s character may be the only woman left alive. Takashi and Sean discuss the inspiration of this apocalyptic romance, the six year journey from screenplay to its premiere and the experience of showing one\'s film at one of the word\'s most prestigious film festivals.
Plus Sean review\'s Amita\'s Big Sell about pop plagiarism and then sells her a very Special new show on Netflix.
Links:
Takashi Doscher\'s Official Site
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It\'s official- good things happen in April and this past weekend was proof positive with two of the most anticipated pop culture events of the year- the Game of Thrones epic white walker showdown and Avengers: Endgame.\\xa0Somehow, we handled (survived) all of the epic pop culture offerings this weekend and have thoughts, questions and predictions! (Warning: This episode contains spoilers for Game of Thrones, but NOT Avengers)
We start off with our reactions to the epic third episode of Game\\xa0of Thrones\\xa0 and one of the most surprising and satisfying Stark moves of the entire series! We chat about the suspense, horror and action filled 87 minute journey that took us on a fire and icy ride through Winterfell. Plus, we pour some out for those who didn\'t make it and try to predict what will happen next.
Then, Sean tries to discuss Avengers: Endgame without spoiling anything for Amita. We discuss what it was like to avoid spoilers all weekend and how it may have been easier than expected.
Plus, Sean attended a few screenings at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival and gives his take on the new Wu-Tang Clan doc series, Of Mics\\xa0and Men and a new Naomi Watts and Octavia Spencer film called Luce.
And in the Big Sell, Amita reviews the 2019 playlist from our podcast friends JoJCast and sells Sean on an interesting essay from Vulture about pop plagiarism.
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The wait is over and the end is also near. The season premiere of the final season of Game of Thrones has arrived and we have oh so many thoughts! [Do we need to say there are spoilers ahead? Cause there are.]
We dissect the record-breaking premiere episode - the call backs to the very first episode, our favorite lines, which moments gave us joy and also which ones left us asking questions. We also share some bold predictions for the rest of the season including who we think will claim the Iron Throne. And of course we discuss the dragon riding scene. Whether you love it or hate it you will definitely want to check out the dragon ride mashup Amita references here).
Plus, we review Guava Island, the tropical fable starring Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino and Rihanna which leads us to discuss the risks of setting high expectations for our favorite artists.
Then, Sean gives his rating and review of last episode\'s Big Sell- the Kore Conversation between Queer Eye\'s Tan France and The Good Place\'s Manny Jacinto about Asian representation in pop culture and shares his Big Sell for this week- a 2019 Spotify playlist from our friends and fellow podcasters JoJCast featuring their favorite tracks so far this year.
Links:
The White Walkers spiral theory
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This week we interview music journalist Brian Ives who shares everything that went down at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last Friday night. We discuss the history of the RRHOF, the controversies surrounding voting, memorable moments from the past, and the class of 2019 including The Cure, Stevie Nicks, Def Leppard, Roxy Music, and Janet Jackson. Brian discusses who showed up, who showed out and who pulled a no-show. Plus we discuss the artists Brian thinks should be inducted in future years and which artists don\\u2019t make the grade.
And in this week\\u2019s Big Sell, Amita rates new music from Tierra Whack and sells Sean on a one on one interview featuring cast members from The Good Place and Queer Eye.
Check out Brian\'s RRHOF coverage at the links below:
https://power98fm.com/2019/03/29/janet-jackson-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction/
https://wmmr.com/2019/03/30/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-2019-no-drama-great-vibes/
https://wmmr.com/2019/03/30/def-leppard-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction/
https://wmmr.com/2019/03/29/stevie-nicks-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction/
https://wmmr.com/galleries/2019-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-red-carpet/
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This week, we are excited to bring you our conversation with Rachel Goldberg, a successful TV and Film director who has worked on episodes of American Horror Story, Mayans M.C., and the upcoming Netflix series Raising Dion. Rachel discusses how she approaches directing in different genres, the recent shift in Hollywood when it comes to hiring female directors and gives some sage advice on how to be successful in the industry.
We are also in the midst of the Max Fun Drive! Take the time right now to head over to maximumfun.org/donate to become a member, renew or upgrade your membership. We appreciate your support!
Then, in this week\'s Big Sell, Sean gives his review and rating of a recent\\xa0album\\xa0from the soul/funk band with an international vibe, Khruangbin, and sells Amita on new music from Tierra Whack.
You can find more info about Rachel Goldberg here.
Check out Khruangbin\'s Tiny Desk Concert performance of Maria Tambien here.
Sean\'s Top 4 female bass players:
4. Melissa Auf der Maur
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This week, we bring you another installment of the Inside Pop Quiz - but this time, Sean quizzes Amita on her Academy Award History knowledge and also gets a few predictions for the upcoming awards ceremony. Then, we discuss the increasing amount of apologies in Hollywood - from Aziz Ansari or Kevin Hart, it feels like every day a celebrity is apologizing, or *not* apologizing for suggestive behavior, comments, tweets or actions. The sheer number of mea culpas these days makes it hard to tell who is being genuine and who is trying to get ahead of bad PR. We dissect who seemingly is getting the apology right and who may be a little too late to say sorry.
Plus, Amita reviews Sean\'s big sell- the Oscar nominated Animated Short - Bao - and shares an album from the soul/funk band with an international vibe, Khruangbin.
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In this episode we speak to Warren Alan Young, the production designer of some of the most beautiful television shows and films we\'ve ever watched. From Fargo to Strange\\xa0Angel to American\\xa0Crime\\xa0to the upcoming film Harriet, Warren has been responsible for creating, designing and executing a look that propels the plot, illuminates the characters and elevates the overall storytelling of all of his projects. He shares the secrets of the craft of production design and reveals his journey as one of the only production designers of color in Hollywood.
And in this week\'s Big Sell, Sean rates an article on Hollywood\'s Disability problem\\xa0and recommends the Oscar nominated animated short, "Bao", to Amita.
Warren Alan Young\'s Official Site
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