On the Overthinking It Podcast, we consider parasitism, symbiosis, and the power of friendship as a bulwark against mortality in Venom: The Last Dance. Episode 854: Venom’s Superpower Is Friendship originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the latest entry in the Godzilla franchise, “Godzilla Minus One,” and witness humanity’s ability to both bring destruction upon itself and persevere through it all. Episode 853: Breath of Atomic Fresh Air originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we talk about gimmicks and hoodwinks in the classic movie musical The Greatest Showman. Episode 852: What Is P.T. Barnum’s Dream? It’s Just Dreams! originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we celebrate the culmination of Spooky Season with M. Night Shyamalan’s latest thriller, “Trap.” Episode 851: The Parent Trapper originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, three dads get an itty-bit spooky, with a deep dive on the culture and meaning of children’s Halloween costumes. Episode 850: We Don’t Respect The Munsters, and We Don’t Respect the Monkees originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we use the Oasis reunion tour as a jumping off point to do a close reading of “Wonderwall” and what it means for a song to be considered “overplayed.” Episode 849: Let’s De-Wonderwall This originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we celebrate the career of the late great Maggie Smith. Episode 848: She Was Always What Was Going On originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the first ever Golden Bachelorette but not literally because we would probably break her hip or something. Episode 847: If You’re Into 60 Year Old Dudes, This Show Is the Best originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the Netflix series “Terminator Zero” and ask ourselves, is humanity worth saving if it keeps telling convoluted time travel stories? Episode 846: My Neighbor Kokoro originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we revisit Beetlejuice (the original) and consider the nature of death, the nature of life, and the surprisingly blurry line between them. Episode 845: My House Is Haunted; This Is a Great Business Opportunity originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we reflect on the end of an era. Episode 844: The Letting Go of Cool originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Netflix’s “Decameron” (and to a lesser extent Bocaccio’s). Episode 843: Rip the Spike out of the Peacock originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the Minions: their film history, their moral purpose, and why they will dominate AI training sets far into the future. Episode 842: General Minion Intelligence originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we consider the classic run-and-gun video game, DOOM: its re-release, place in history, and the genius or luck of its standout design choices. Episode 841: It Feels Like They Sent the Right Person originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Episode 840: The Snoopification of the Olympics originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle “Deadpool & Wolverine.” Episode 839: A Star Trek Solution to a Throuples Therapy Problem originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Charli XCX’s “BRAT”, both as an album and as an existential position. Episode 838: Brat Summer’s Lease Hath All Too Short a Date originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we throw a baby shower. Episode 837: The Days are Long; The Years are Short; The Decades are Meaningless originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Unfrosted,” Jerry Seinfeld’s comedy about the invention of the Pop Tart. Episode 836: Blood and Milk originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” starring Eddie Murphy and streaming on Netflix. Episode 835: Dick Wolf Comes Westward, Like the Course of Empire originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we take another look at AI-generated music. Episode 834: What Did You Think Would Happen to Humanity That Would Be Better Than This? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Inside Out 2. Episode 833: Ins and Outs, Man originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the Pope’s audience with comedians. Episode 832: I Guess It’s His Job to be Unreasonable Forgiving originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

On the Overthinking it Podcast, we tackle Richard Linklater’s “Hit Man,” starring Glen Powell. Episode 831: The Id, the Superego, and the YOLO originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]