Social commentary has become a lost art in movies and television, but recently 3 works were very deliberate in exploring the unique features of modern life: HBO mini-series White Lotus, and the films Tar & Triangle of Sadness.  My friend and comedian Leah Lamarr joins me to discuss these works and the social issues they comment on: - Shifting gender roles in modern relationships - do women want to be "equal partners"? - The unique dysfunctions of the rich & beautiful in the social media age - Selling beauty & glamour for money and access - How power dynamics are portrayed in the "Woke" era Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices