If you like "How Did This Get Made" you’ll appreciate this podcast’s take on race and film
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“As a huge fan of How Did This Get Made, I am obviously pre-disposed to love podcasts that pick apart films (the good, the bad and the ugly), and as a woman of color I am all about exploring ideas related to race and intersectionality. These guys are funny and genuine — you feel like you are just hanging out with friends kicking it on a lazy Sunday afternoon— as they rate all films on how they help “the cause” (the cause being a wider role/range for black male leads in hollywood). And I learned some interesting fun facts along the way (like Sylvester Stalone was originally cast to lead Beverly Hills Cop— say whaaaat?). But at times they lack of historical or even sociological perspective. For example, there is a segment called “The Swirl” where one of the young men ponders how there can be an inter-racial romance inserted in every film, with white women valued as the platonic ideal. I get how its supposed to be “funny” but it ends up being a little offensive and alienating to women of color (sorry guys, just real talk, i adore you so i guess this only applies to one of you). what also bothers me about the swirl is that its fundamental gripe re: black male sexuality is so off base, for too long black men have been depicted as overly sexual or only sexual and thats it (i.e. not 3 dimensional people). Anyway, my issues with “the swirl” aside, it’s really a fun podcast and worth checking out! I can’t wait for them to do more.”
yousiintheskywithdiamonds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/15
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“Great podcast that touches on the important issue of representation, but without making it heavy or preachy. It's like being a part of the best kind of conversation. Fun, but you walk away having learned something.”Read full review »
Just Another Music Listener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/16
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“A terrific podcast, insightful and entertaining even if you haven’t seen the film they’re discussing. Much to be learned here.”
Yeddow via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/14/16
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“Really great podcast -- such an interesting and important conversation to be having. Would happily listen to these 3 gents discuss any subject — great chemistry. Weekly segment “the swirl” is simultaneously hilarious and very, very disturbing. Would really love if the show covered Juanita...”Read full review »
jaxfromjax via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/15
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