Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCare & Feeding | I Need Them To Stop. Right Now
On this episode: Elizabeth, Zak, and Jamilah respond to a letter from a parent of young kids who’s worried that when it really matters—her children j…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
ICYMI | Astronomer Updates, Jessie Murph, and Dubious Cults
Kate Lindsay and Candice Lim run through some updates following the Coldplay concert cheating scandal, and why Astronomer’s latest PR stunt is hittin…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Decoder Ring | The Bad-Mouthing of British Teeth
From The Simpsons’ Big Book of British Smiles to Austin Powers’ ochre-tinged grin, American culture can’t stop bad-mouthing English teeth. But why? A…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Culture Gabfest: Trump Goes on Down to South Park Edition
On this week’s show, Dana, Steve and guest host Nitish Pahwa summon their critical superpowers to assess Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps. Can th…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
How To! | Gossip for Good
Psssst. You didn’t hear this from me, but gossiping—can be good for you! … our series on embracing your inner antihero wraps—for now—with a guilty pl…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Death, Sex & Money | The Real-Life Willy Wonka Who Built Tony Hawk a Secret Desert Train
N.D. Austin is not an event planner. He designs experiences, which he says are supposed to leave you feeling transformed. He’s designed hundreds over…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Hang Up | Chaos Inside the NFLPA
Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs speak with ESPN senior NFL reporter Kalyn Kahler on the secrets, scandals, and leadership implo…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Care & Feeding | Making Space for Messy Feelings
On this episode: Zak shares a surprising lesson from his kid about being the family comedian. Elizabeth reflects on traveling in places that clearly …
11 months, 3 weeks ago
What Next: TBD | Dupes!
There’s an entire economy devoted to seeing what products are trending—clothing, skin care, even Greek Islands—and delivering you a cheaper knock-off…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
ICYMI | Calico Critters Are Beefing Thanks To TikTok
Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay investigate the disappearance of SylvanianDrama. The creator behind the account gained millions of followers for role-pl…
11 months, 3 weeks ago