Best Chris Hill Jr Podcasts (2025)

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BONUS-Love Island Games Episode 1-4 Recap with Bergie and Taylor!!! 1:43:43

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SATURDAY! Special Bonus episode! (reminder OC recap is out but had to release late) Today we cover LOVE ISLAND GAMES! Even if you don't watch I think this is an interesting convo about reality competition series. Couldn't do this without my co-hosts Carsten "Bergie" Bergersen from The Traitors Season 2 and Love Island USA Season 5 and Taylor Smith,…

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#996 - Stephen J. Shaw - Why Population Collapse is Closer Than You Think 2:53:10

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Stephen J. Shaw is a data scientist and filmmaker. Birth rates in Western countries are collapsing, a trend even Elon Musk calls an existential threat. But what’s the true cause? Is it economics, fear of the future, cultural shifts, or something deeper? And more importantly, can anything actually reverse the decline? Sponsors: See me on tour in Ame…

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SUPERSIZED RHOC Episode 11 Recap-Gretchers vs Tamra Heats Up to 98 Degrees 1:36:44

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FRIDAY! Sorry for the lateness! Here is a full recap of this week Orange County. This was a lot of fun to do so I hope you get some chuckles out of it. Talk very soon! To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.y…

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COVER STORY: Julia Roberts Gets Provocative in Luca Guadagnino's 'After the Hunt'; Revisiting the Days of Lilith Fair in Hulu's New Documentary 20:31

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Variety co-Editor in Chief Ramin Setoodeh tells all in our Cover Story segment about his sit down with Julia Roberts and the cast of Luca Gaudagnino’s provocative new film “After the Hunt.” And chief music critic Chris Willman revisits a moment in time that defines an era: Lilith Fair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Pop Culture Roundup-Lala Kent rebrand, Summer House spinoff, Coachella Lineup, Meta, Summer I Turned Pretty & Paul Thomas Anderson 1:15:32

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THURSDAY! It's just me and you today. Solo pop culture roundup! We cover everything in the title and more! Also, Salt Lake recap is out so catch up on that one when you get a chance. Try to have a great Thursday! To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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#995 - Lionel Page - Born to Lie: How Humans Deceive Ourselves & Others 1:43:13

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Lionel Page is a professor at the University of Queensland and an author. Why is human communication so complicated? For something we rely on every day, you’d think it would be simple, but language, tone, and context make it one of the most complex skills we have. So what makes communication so difficult, and what are some practical ways to get bet…

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9/17/25 - Shari Redstone on Why She Invested in Israel's Sipur; Why Paramount Wants to Pounce on Warner Bros. Discovery 19:48

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In today's episode, former Paramount Global majority owner Shari Redstone details her new investment in Israeli production banner Sipur. Variety business editor Todd Spangler and TV news editor Joe Otterson break down the latest on Redstone’s old shop as Paramount prepares a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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Bonus Episode: R.I.P. Robert Redford, Sophisticated Cinema, and Johnny Depp’s Best Oddball Outlaw 42:34

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On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about the passing of Robert Redford and how movies inform our memories, and also crazy director resumes and iconic onscreen duos. Join the party and get in touch with your recs, your reviews, and any insane story from Hollywood history that you want to tell us! Call or text (617) 906-6638, email disgracela…

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Part 2-Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 6 Episode Recap-WHERE IS LISA BARLOW 1:54:10

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WEDNESDAY! SALT LAKE CITY PREMIERE DAY!! Broke this into two parts. THIS IS PART 2 which includes the entire recap! Part 1 covers all the salt lake housewives stories from Mary's son being arrested again, Wife Swap Housewives Edition, a tribute to the Sundance King Robert Redford, Hollywood Reporters article from today talking about this season, Jo…

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Part 1-Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Premiere-Salt Lake City News! 54:12

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WEDNESDAY! SALT LAKE CITY PREMIERE DAY!! Broke this into two parts. This is the first part that covers all the salt lake housewives stories from Mary's son being arrested again, Wife Swap Housewives Edition, a tribute to the Sundance King Robert Redford, Hollywood Reporters article from today talking about this season, John Oliver's Salt Lake City …

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SUPERSIZED Sex and The City Movie Recap with Annabelle DeSisto! 3:04:12

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TUESDAY! Something a little different today! We have a special episode for you! Annabelle DeSisto (@annabelledesisto) from the podcast Adderall and Compliments is back to recap the 2008 movie classic SEX AND THE CITY! This is dedicated to our friend Jeff Epstein. May he rest in peace. Also, these episodes have a lot of adult language and lurid thou…

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Chris Gethard, Jon Hamm, Kate Micucci, Maxwell Nalevansky and Emil Wakim guest 1:15:05

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Live from The Gramercy Theatre in New York City, Doug welcomes Chris Gethard, Jon Hamm, Kate Micucci, Maxwell Nalevansky and Emil Wakim to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Johnny Depp: Homemade Bombs, Bootleg Quaaludes, and Unsolved Disappearances 40:33

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Johnny Depp prefers the shadows to the limelight, whether he’s building a bomb with Hunter S. Thompson in the Rocky Mountains, or downing bootleg quaaludes laced with arsenic. After emerging as the leading art flick actor of the 1990s, prodding paparazzi’s desire to paint him as a “novelty boy” often drove him to outbursts that ended in arrests, wr…

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Pop Culture Roundup with Sophie Ross + Emmys 2025 1:46:02

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MONDAY! Back at it. Full pop culture roundup with Snark Bait's Sophie Ross to start you on your week. Before that I go over the Emmy's winners and losers and what to watch this week. To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http…

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#994 - Sam Sulek - The Endless Pursuit of Progress 2:10:19

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Sam Sulek is a professional bodybuilder and YouTuber. From zero to millions of fans, Sam Sulek’s rise has been nothing short of explosive. In just a few years, he’s become one of social media’s most-watched and talked-about creators. Sit back as we dive into the story of the man behind some of the internet’s most beloved vlogs, fueled by hefty scoo…

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#993 - Katie Herzog - A Controversial New Cure for Alcohol Dependence 1:35:35

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Katie Herzog is a journalist, podcaster, and writer. What does it take to get sober in today’s world? From traditional paths like AA to the grit of going cold turkey, the old methods of sobriety may no longer be enough. But what if counterintuitive, cutting-edge approaches, backed by modern science, offer new ways to manage alcohol use? And what do…

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SUPERSIZED RHOC Episode 10 Recap-Tamra Vs Shannon, Emily Vs Her Son, and Hawk Tuah 2:12:21

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FRIDAY. We made it. We have an all new supersized OC recap of this weeks episode that is insanely goofy. Before that i do stories about what to watch this weekend, AI Podcasts, DJ Meredith Marks and more! USE THE TIMESTAMPS! Try to have a good weekend! To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Fifth Season Chiefs on 'Severance,' Emmys and Building an Indie Studio; A Bold Proposal for the Next Emmy Awards TV Contract 18:29

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In today's episode, Fifth Season co-CEOs Chris Rice and Graham Taylor talk "Severance" and what its Emmy noms haul means for the business. And TV editor Michael Schneider has a big idea for the new Emmy Awards TV contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Variety

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Pop Culture Roundup: Taylor Frankie Paul, AKA Charlie Sheen, BravoCon Panel Leaks, Scheana vs Katie and more! 1:11:08

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THURSDAY. We start this episode taking about the events of the past day. If that is something you don't want to hear please use the timstamp to skip past that. After that we talk about BravoCon leaks, the new docuseries AKA Charlie Sheen, Scheana Shay vs Katie Maloney and Taylor Frankie Paul announced as The Bachelorette. To watch the episode you c…

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#992 - Dr Sarah Hill - The Period Brain: How Hormones Change Women’s Behaviour 1:39:28

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Dr Sarah Hill is a professor at TCU, a research psychologist, expert in women’s hormones and brain science, and an author. Each month, women experience hormonal changes that go far beyond the clichés of PMS. These shifts can influence mood, stress response, and even how women relate to others. So how can recognizing these patterns make it easier fo…

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COVER STORY: The Transformation of Kathy Bates; Variety TV Producers Impact Report: Who Made the Cut? 17:38

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In today’s episode, Variety TV editor Michael Schneider details his sit-down with Kathy Bates, the “Matlock” star who graces the cover of Variety’s annual pre-Emmy Awards issue. And Emily Longeretta details the movers, shakers and influential creatives who made Variety’s annual TV Producers Impact Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Part 2: Two Judgey Girls Courtney Frain with the Bravo Breakdown and More! 58:35

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WEDNESDAY! THIS IS PART 2 We have our friend Courtney (TikTok : @courtneytjg) from Two Judgey Girls (@twojudgeygirls) back with us! FINALLY! We went close to two hours so i split this into two parts so just click over at the end of part 1 because part 2 gets even crazier. Not only do we talk everything bravo including OC, Salt Lake's new season, Th…

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Bonus Episode: Script Doctors, Car Chase Movies, and the Badass Carrie Fisher 41:31

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On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about Hollywood icon Carrie Fisher and her little-known side hustle as an uncredited script doctor. Also lots of talk about best car chase movies, Michael Jackson’s “Bad” video, Spike Lee’s latest, and much more. Join the party and get in touch with your recs, your reviews, and any insane story from Hollyw…

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Part 1: Two Judgey Girls Courtney Frain with the Bravo Breakdown and more! 1:10:09

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WEDNESDAY! So excited for today's pod! We have our friend Courtney (TikTok : @courtneytjg) from Two Judgey Girls (@twojudgeygirls) back with us! FINALLY! We went close to two hours so i split this into two parts so just click over at the end of part 1 because part 2 gets even crazier. Not only do we talk everything bravo including OC, Salt Lake's n…

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AI Legal Jousting in Hollywood Intensifies; ‘Saturday Night Live’ Sets Season 51 Cast Amid Comedy’s ‘Mad Dash’ 18:31

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In today’s episode, Variety’s Todd Spangler and Gene Maddaus discuss the latest legal moves for AI heavyweights Anthropic and Midjourney in their copyright infringement battles. And Variety’s Ethan Shanfeld describes comedy’s annual “mad dash” as “Saturday Night Live” finalizes its Season 51 cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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SUPERSIZED Pop Culture Q & A-OC, McBee, RHONY, Oasis, Unknown Number, The Valley & Bloggers 2:06:25

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TUESDAY! Just did a q & a episode on the patreon and decided to release it to you guys because I'm still not feeling my best so thought this might make a fun main feed episode and if you want to come join us on the Patreon please do! I think we are going to start recapping McBee Dynasty on there and we are always doing fun stuff on there! patreon.c…

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Box Office Monday: ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ Slays; Giancarlo Esposito, Shawn Hatosy at Creative Arts Emmys 20:36

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In today’s episode, Variety’s box office chief Rebecca Rubin breaks down the impressive numbers from “The Conjuring: Last Rites” and how it extends Warner Bros.’ box office streak to record territory. And Michael Schneider and Jazz Tangcay weigh in from backstage at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, where Giancarlo Esposito and Shawn Hatosy spoke from…

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Carrie Fisher: Acid in the Desert, Snakes in the Amazon, and More Postcards from the Edge 36:20

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Carrie Fisher once dropped acid in the desert with Paul Simon. She did ayahuasca in the Amazon jungle, where she was attacked by a giant snake that may or may not have been real. She did so much cocaine that legendary partyman John Belushi told her to ease up. Her mood swings were such a dramatic part of her personality that she gave them their own…

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Brandon Collins, Chad Opitz and Justin Thompson guest 57:28

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Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Chad Opitz and Justin Thompson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Pop Culture Roundup with Sophie Ross + What To Watch This Week 1:38:48

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MONDAY! We are back at it! All new pop culture roundup with Snark Bait's Sophie Ross! We talk about everything from the VMA's and Oasis to Harry Styles with Zoe Kravitz and Kyle Richards daughter's wedding! Plus, before that I talk about what to watch this week! Have a great Monday! To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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#991 - Dr John Delony - The Blueprint for Better Relationships & a Peaceful Life 1:48:10

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Dr. John Delony is a mental health expert, author, YouTuber, and speaker. How you we build a thriving relationship in the modern world? With constant distractions and endless options at our fingertips, trust between partners can feel harder than ever. So what does it really take to create a relationship rooted in trust, intimacy, and growth in toda…

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#990 - Dr Tara Swart - How to Use Your Intuition as a Superpower 1:24:39

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Dr Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, senior lecturer at MIT Sloan, and an author. What is intuition? We’ve all heard the phrase “trust your gut,” but where does that feeling actually come from? Is it grounded in neuroscience or something more mysterious? And most importantly, can you rely on it, and how do you get better at listening to it? Expect to…

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SUPERSIZED RHOC Episode 9 Recap-Katie banished as Tamra rules all. Plus, Katie Ginella's press tour & Scheana's involvement? 2:32:17

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FRIDAY! We made it to the weekend. This is supersized and should have been split into two episodes-the first part we cover Katie Ginella's press tour and the second part is a full recap. EVERYONE IS LYING and we try to figure it all out. This one drove me insane! Hope you enjoy it! To watch the episode you can subscribe to our youtube at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Michael Lewis Revisits ‘The Big Short’ as Part of Pushkin’s Fall Podcast Slate; Variety’s Jem Aswad Goes Inside the Brain of David Byrne 21:38

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In today’s episode, Eric Sandler, chief strategy officer for Pushkin Industries, details the audio studio’s fall slate, which includes a look back at “The Big Short” with Michael Lewis and Pushkin co-founder Malcolm Gladwell taking on an infamous Alabama murder case on “Revisionist History.” Also, Jem Aswad, Variety’s executive editor of music, det…

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Unknown Number: The High School Catfish + Ruby& Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence 1:47:51

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THURSDAY! Jam packed today. The first half we cover the Netflix doc that I'm obsessed with called Unknown Number: The High School Catfish! BE WARNED THERE ARE SPOILERS SO SKIP IT WITH THE TIMESTAMP IF YOU DONT WANT TO KNOW! Directly after that we are thrilled to have director Olivia Crist and producer Lauren Andrade about their incredible 4 part do…

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#989 - James Kimmel Jr. - Why Violence & Revenge Fantasies Feel Good 1:38:57

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James Kimmel Jr. is a professor at Yale, a psychiatrist, and an author. Why are we drawn to revenge? From playground grudges to epic betrayals, the urge to strike back is universal. But is it a survival mechanism, or an ancient drive that no longer fits the modern age? Expect to learn why the feeling of revenge exists and how it is adaptive, what t…

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How Channing Tatum and Derek Cianfrance Raised ‘Roofman’; Lowdown on the Lido Fest With Elsa Keslassy 18:41

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In today’s episode, Daniel D’Addario, Variety’s chief correspondent, details for our Cover Story segment how Channing Tatum and director Derek Cianfrance revisited a true-crime tale for our times in “Roofman.” And international editor Elsa Keslassy breaks down the important buzz for the biz coming out of the Venice Film Festival. Learn more about y…

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Bonus Episode: A Labor Day Emergency, Robert Altman, Scorsese Top 5 Revisited, and ABBA 42:34

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On this week’s Wrap Party, Zeth is talking about a Robert Altman retrospective, controversial Martin Scorsese Top 5 lists, Jack Nicholson, ABBA, and much more. Join the party and get in touch with your recs, your reviews, and any insane story from Hollywood history that you want to tell us! Call or text (617) 906-6638, email [email protected]…

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Bravo, Housewives, Jeff Lewis, Saturday Night Live and more with LaKendra Tookes!! 1:40:15

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KENSDAY!! We have our friend LaKendra Tookes (@lakendratookes) on the show for the first time today! We talk about Housewives, Jeff Lewis, working on Saturday Night Live, Bravo and so much more! Make sure to check out her podcast TOOKES TAKES (@tookestakes) and leave her a 5 star review! Hope you like this convo as much as I did! To watch the episo…

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Box Office: ‘Weapons’ Impresses as Summer Haul Stays Flat; Why Telluride Film Festival is the Ultimate Binge for Movie Lovers 18:42

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In today’s episode, Brent Lang, Variety’s executive editor, breaks down an impressive week 4 box office performance for “Weapons” and a less-than-impressive industry-wide B.O. haul for the summer frame. Peter Debruge, chief film critic for Variety, details the reaction to Bruce Springsteen biopic “Deliver Me From Nowhere” at the Telluride Film Fest…

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Welcome to Plathville's Olivia Marie Plath + Harry Styles & Carole Radziwill+Life & Death at Burning Man 1:40:34

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TUESDAY! We have returning guest Olivia Marie Plath (@oliviamarieplath) updating us about her life and her experiences on the TLC reality show! (use the timestamps to skip right to her) Before Olivia we have a full solo pop culture roundup where we cover the Bravocon 2025 lineup, Burning Man, Harry Styles and Carole Radziwill, The McBee Dynasty fin…

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Charlie Chaplin: Japanese Assassins, Murder on a Yacht, and a Stolen Corpse 39:24

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Charlie Chaplin was a wanted man. Not just by moviegoing audiences that made him one of the biggest stars of the silent and talkie eras. And not just by governments who questioned his politics. He was nearly murdered by a jealous lover, and was likely the intended target of a homicide aboard the yacht of the wealthiest man in America. He survived n…