Thoughtful and fun
I really enjoy listening to Jan & Paul discuss kids movies from the perspective of both parents and fans, while also thinking (way too) seriously about the social expectations, narrative conventions, and ideological elements encoded into all the movies. They aren't there to yuck your yums, but they do want to think about what messages are being conveyed by the movies that we are all so familiar with (especially if we have kids ourselves!).Read full review »
AvenSarah via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 06/13/19
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If you don't want to immediately get on a plane to Canada to discuss every kids movie over a glass of wine with these two, what are you even doing? They analyse kids films with a mix of critical perspective and enjoyment factor. They ask so many great questions about the social implications...Read full review »
TuiSong41.10 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 09/29/17
Is it good? Yes. Is it seriously good? YES! Great way to revisit and analyze entertainment aimed at kids from an adult perspective without removing the emotions involved. Paul and Jan aren’t worried about taking these movies seriously, without taking themselves too seriously.
ColbinErdahl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/02/18
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