https://www.spreaker.com/show/tom-lorenzo-s-pop-style-opinionfestenFashion & BeautyCopyright Tom Lorenzohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c5f7382d00c3cf942c07288bf2d2da73.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/tom-lorenzo-s-pop-style-opinionfestTue, 11 Aug 2026 17:30:04 +0000Tom LorenzoTom Lorenzotomandlorenzo@gmail.comAuthors and bloggers Tom Fitzgerald and Lorenzo Marquez render judgment on all the latest goings-on in the worlds of celebrity, pop culture, television and fashion. Strap yourselves in for some hilarious opinionating on all the most pressing issues of...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dragons-and-prudes--73826537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73826537Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:14:56 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the "House of the Dragon" season 3 finale and unpack all of the ways the show has managed to keep its various plotlines clear and easy to understand and why it's better to prioritize that than fidelity to the books. PLUS: "One Night Only"...2847false1240fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-practical-magic-1998--73621454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73621454Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:13:29 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo return to an old classic, director Griffin Dunne's "Practical Magic," and unpack how it helped to establish the tropes of modern romantasy, how its aesthetic can reasonably be said to have created an entire genre of television movies, and how...1515false1239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-we-talk-about-ariana-grande--73449932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73449932Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:44:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at the rhetoric surrounding Ariana Grande's choice to step out of the public eye and what it says about our culture's need to talk about women's bodies as well as whether celebrities have any responsibility to be honest about their...3245false1238fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-blue-moon-2025--73287291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73287291Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:34:19 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at director Richard Linklater's loving(?) homage to legendary musical theater lyricist Lorenz Hart, played by Ethan Hawke. From the theatrical easter eggs and cameos to the film's occasionally questionable choices of what to focus on,...2112false1237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diving-deep-into-the-odyssey--73262943https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73262943Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:02:40 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a good, hard look at director Christopher Nolan's star-studded epic "The Odyssey," predicting who'll win Oscars, mentioning who should have never been cast, and unpacking all of the themes and creative choices of this dense film. PLUS: A...3986false1236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-little-miss-sunshine-2006--73145217https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73145217Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:46:39 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the indie darling of 2006, "Little Miss Sunshine," and try to answer the question: Does a film's aesthetic matter as much as its performances, directing and writing?1479false1235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-house-on-the-prairie-is-way-too-pretty--73072201https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73072201Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:13:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the Netflix remake of "Little House on the Prairie" and unpack the ways it tries to deepen and correct the work of Laura Ingalls Wilder and the ways it fails to modernize it. PLUS: Emmy snubs and surprises and where "House of the...5163false1234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-in-the-mood-for-love-2000--73030684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73030684Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:44:47 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep into director Wong Kar-Wai's moody, dreamy reflection on unrequited love in 1960 Hong Kong, "In the Mood for Love," starring Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung. The dresses! The sets! The music! The sensuously moody and occasionally steamy...1797false1233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-materialists-2025--72810934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72810934Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:29:35 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at director Celine Song's musings on modern romance and class distinctions, starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans, unpacking where the film was working and when the tonal shifts and character interactions stopped...1653false1232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-the-dragon-gets-good-and-taylor-swift-gets-a-little-silly--72792877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72792877Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:39:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the "Queen's Landing" episode of "House of the Dragon" and unpack all the ways it revitalized the series and set up new conflicts to come. PLUS: The Great American State Fair debacle, the silly attention-seekers who climbed the Empire...3148false1231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-the-bride-2026--72705197https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72705197Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:58:27 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a good look at director Maggie Gyllenhaal's feminist take on the Bride of Frankenstein and unpack its themes, references and flaws and look at how it compares to other recent adaptations of Mary Shelley's work.1787false1230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-talk-house-of-the-dragon-i-will-find-you-spider-noir-and-proud--72692172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72692172Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:06:32 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the first episode of the third season of "House of the Dragon" and explain what still works and what's starting to weigh down the series. PLUS: Reviews of "Spider-Noir," "I Will Find You" and "Proud," only one of which gets an actual...3243false1229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-first-reformed-2017--72602717https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72602717Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:20 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep into director Paul Schrader's mournful, contemplative take on despair vs. hope and whether faith can help or hinder in that battle, starring a never-better Ethan Hawke and an inscrutable Amanda Seyfried. 1728false1228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/widow-s-bay-gets-mythic-and-why-pride-nights-matter--72583276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72583276Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:43:03 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo address the controversy surrounding Pride Nights in Major League Baseball in the wake of the San Francisco Giants mess and offer their thoughts on a way forward. Then it's a happy deep dive into the season finale of "Widow's Bay" and...2693false1227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-babette-s-feast-1987--72502275https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72502275Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:34:57 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo dive deep into director Axel Gabriel's art house and foodie cinema classic "Babette's Feast," unpacking the themes and examining the artistry of its writing, cinematography, costume design and amazing performances. 1954false1226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courtside-celebrities-and-crazy-fandoms--72484393https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72484393Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:36:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at all of the stars showing up for the Knicks at Madison Square Garden and debate whether it's turned into too much of a fashion show before weighing in on the latest controversy surrounding "Heated Rivalry"'s Hudson Williams,...3243false1225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-atonement-2007--72371839https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72371839Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:49:34 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo revisit director Joe Wright's classic romantic tragedy, "Atonement," starring Kiera Knightley, James McAvoy and Saiorse Ronan. From the iconic green dress to the jaw-dropping war scenes to the tragic twist ending, they unpack why this...1703false1224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pattie-gonia-tay-travis-and-tv-talk--72349385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72349385Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:58:20 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the Patagonia vs. Pattie Gonia case and how it revolves around issues of queer expression and whether corporations can have a say. Then it's a look at all the online drama surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans, before...3646false1223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saying-goodbye-to-hacks-and-hello-to-widow-s-bay--72230744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72230744Fri, 29 May 2026 17:35:14 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the final season and finale of "Hacks," running down the ways the show went off the rails, how it corrected course, and how it almost screwed up the ending before launching into a rave review for "Widow's Bay" and why it needs to be your...3415false1222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-to-die-for-1995--72117491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72117491Fri, 22 May 2026 16:40:38 +0000Tom LorenzoThis week's BKMC takes a look at director Gus Van Sant's black comedy "To Die For," starring Nicole Kidman. Tom and Lorenzo unpack how the film sits perfectly in a 1990s cultural continuum that includes everything from the Menendez brothers to Cher...1606false1221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lupita-nyong-o-is-the-most-beautiful-woman-in-the-world-dammit--72100463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72100463Thu, 21 May 2026 17:25:33 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the stupid controversies surrounding Christopher Nolan's film of "The Odyssey," including the classism surrounding accents and the racism about western beauty idols as embodied by Lupita Nyong'o. After that, it's a look at Harry Styles'...2545false1220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-dolemite-is-my-name-2019--72024439https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72024439Fri, 15 May 2026 19:25:58 +0000Tom LorenzoThis week's BKMC pod pays tribute to director Craig Brewster and star Eddie Murphy's glorious salute to the Blaxploitation era and unpacks the ways the film upholds a unique and important take on cultural history that shares a lot of DNA with queer...1501false1219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billie-eilish-mouths-off-red-carpets-evolving-and-the-looming-ai-threat--71992772https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71992772Wed, 13 May 2026 17:21:51 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo rant about a range of topics this week, from how everyone gets bent out of shape every time Billie Eilish opens her mouth, to the alarming developments in how stars are treating red carpets, to the threat of AI in Hollywood and lazy costume...2601false1218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-wings-of-desire-1987--71927631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71927631Fri, 08 May 2026 17:58:05 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo dive deep into director Wim Wenders' 1987 art house classic about life, love, death, time and the city of Berlin, unpacking the genesis, production, themes and legacy of "Wings of Desire."2317false1217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-zola-2020--71819953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71819953Fri, 01 May 2026 20:12:55 +0000Tom LorenzoFor this week's BKMC, Tom and Lorenzo unpack the themes, designs, and origins of director Janicza Bravo's ZOLA, probably the only major film based entirely on a viral social media thread. 1414false1216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/covering-the-bezos-met-gala-and-reviewing-the-devil-wears-prada-2--71818274https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71818274Fri, 01 May 2026 18:07:34 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo explain the origins and goals of the annual Met Gala and unpack why they're ignoring any calls to boycott it because of the Bezos connection. Then it's a deep, non-spoiler dive into "The Devil Wears Prada 2" and how it turned out better than...3510false1215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-memento-2000--71616849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71616849Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:02:58 +0000Tom LorenzoFor this week's BKMC, T Lo unpack the themes, motifs, and behind-the-scenes stories of director Christopher Nolan's brilliant neo-noir, "Memento."1785false1214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meghan-harry-step-in-it-again-plus-tv-talk--71563791https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71563791Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:20:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the recent tour of Australia by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, pointing out how their faux-royal life is likely to evaporate if they keep monetizing it. PLUS: Non-spoiler reviews of "Hacks," "Beef," and "Margo's Got Money Troubles". 3188false1213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bitter-kitten-movie-club-nouvelle-vague-2025--71413512https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71413512Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:52:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a deep dive into director Richard Linklater's slavish love letter to the French New Wave, "Nouvelle Vague," about the making of Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless" in 1959. After unpacking the homages and references, as well as the importance of...1660false1212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kittens-movie-club-the-greatest-showman-2017--71236108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71236108Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:36:13 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into 2017's "The Greatest Showman," starring Hugh Jackman, unpacking its themes and failures, comparing it to other musicals of the stage and screen, and analyzing the creative choices of its composers, director, and costume designer in...2081false1211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hope-joy-and-dumbass-celebrities--71190474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71190474Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:39:34 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a moment to talk about the Artemis II mission and why everyone's fallen in love with the crew before unpacking recent pop culture drama surrounding the premise of the Zendaya/Robert Pattinson film "The Drama" and Chloe Fineman from "Saturday...2336false1210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bitter-kitten-movie-club-marie-antoinette-2006--71084885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71084885Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:36:52 +0000Tom LorenzoIn the inaugural episode of the BKMC, Tom and Lorenzo check in on Sofia Coppola's 2006 ode to bored, disaffected privileged girls everywhere, "Marie Antoinette," starring Kirsten Dunst. As a supplement to an essay on the film, they unpack the...1897false129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-s-coming-for-us-all-jk-rowling-sucks-sydney-sweeney-can-t-catch-a-break--71002784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71002784Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:30:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the celebrity and pop culture stories of the week, from the news surrounding Harry & Meghan's latest projects, to why you can't watch the upcoming Harry Potter series if you care about trans people -- or just people generally, to...3254false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-big-oscars-wrapup--70785086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70785086Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:27:09 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give the final word on the 2026 Oscars, from the snubs and surprises, to the minor scandals and mishaps. They give their thoughts on the winners, the losers, the films, the gowns, and the after-parties, all in one podcast for your convenience.2830false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-the-oscars-red-carpet-matters-and-shut-up-timothee--70572149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70572149Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:55:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo react (badly) to the suggestion that the Oscars skip the red carpet this year because of the war in Iran, before tearing into Timothée Chalamet for taking is dudebro act a little too far. Will it hurt his Oscars chances? PLUS: Daryl Hannah's...3713false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/awards-season-upsets-the-warner-s-paramount-merger--70421771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70421771Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:59:14 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo shout out to their trans siblings at this time of oppression and note the sad ways the Women's U.S. Olympics hockey team has had to deal with the politicizing of everything. Then it's a look at the Actors Awards upsets and what they mean for the...2302false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-nasty-prince-and-a-lovely-knight--70233446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70233446Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:34:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo weigh in on the former Prince Andrew's arrest and what it says about the royal family specifically at this time and elite impunity generally. They also weigh in on the recent Tourette's Syndrome controversy at the BAFTAs, how there are no...3273false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raising-the-flag-at-stonewall-and-rolling-our-eyes-at-tyra--70084594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70084594Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:06:56 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo get a little political and explain why the Trump administration's order to remove the rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument is an attempt to erase queer history and call for allies to stand up and call out. Then they review Reality...3360false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-bunny-s-america-catherine-o-hara-s-genius-margot-robbie-stheme-dressing--69887837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69887837Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:38:32 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the history, culture, and meaning behind Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, pay tribute to the great Catherine O'Hara, and discuss Margot Robbie's somewhat mercenary approach to red carpet style and how it represents a shift in...3677false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-renee-good-looking-at-out-of-control-fans-and-tv-talk--69522139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69522139Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:47:22 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a moment for Renee Good and pay tribute to Valentino. Then they unpack the increasingly heated fandom activity surrounding "Heated Rivalry" and how it's part of a long tradition of fandom misbehavior. Plus: Recaps of "Star Trek: Starfleet...3000false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-year-end-faves--69185066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69185066Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:22:40 +0000Tom LorenzoFor the final podcast of 2025, T & Lo each picked their three favorite movies and three favorite TV shows and tell you why you should catch them as soon as you can.3255false1140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/movie-talk-jay-kelly-and-wake-up-dead-man-a-knives-out-mystery--69102098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69102098Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:32:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo pay tribute to Rob Reiner and give an update on their holiday and publishing plans before launching into extensive discussions on "Jay Kelly" and "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery."3945false1139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-heated-rivalry-doesn-t-appeal-and-how-with-love-meghan-improved--68902722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68902722Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:21:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about HBO's "Heated Rivalry" and why such stories tend not to appeal to them as gay men before launching into a deep recap of "With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration" and how it reveals both her strengths and her limitations as a TV show...3640false1138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/train-dreams-and-wicked-for-good--68758430https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68758430Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:04:36 +0000Tom LorenzoJust as it says on the tin, T Lo flipped on their mics and offered a non-spoiler review of "Train Dreams," starring Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones and Kerry Condon, and a totally spoiler-filled review of "Wicked: For Good."4073false1137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meghan-markle-s-next-stage-the-nutty-wicked-tour-j-lo-s-flop--68694353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68694353Sat, 22 Nov 2025 15:54:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo discuss Meghan Markle's Harper's Bazaar interview and the various feverish responses to it, unpack how the publicity tour for "Wicked: For Good" has gotten increasingly bizarre and dramatic, and review Jennifer Lopez's "Kiss of the Spider Woman"...3311false1136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reviewing-all-s-fair-death-by-lightning-pluribus-and-frankenstein--68542904https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68542904Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:33:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give you all the details on their Paris trip and some of the details on an upcoming project before launching into reviews of "All's Fair," "Death by Lightning," "Pluribus" and "Frankenstein."5952false1135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-go-to-the-movies--68367298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68367298Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:04:28 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo flipped on their mics and reviewed three slightly problematic films that dropped on streaming this week: "A House of Dynamite," "Hedda," and "Ballad of a Small Player," debating the high and low points of each film and coming to...3595false1134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-bunny-angers-keira-knightley-fumbles-and-other-celebrity-brouhahas--68229995https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68229995Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:28:41 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack some recent social media controversies about Sabrina Carpenter and Kristen Bell before launching into discussion of the Bad Bunny Super Bowl controversy and Keira Knightley's disappointing support for J.K. Rowling. Plus: a review of "The...3361false1133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-dudes-ranting-about-taylor-swift--68065896https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68065896Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:31:16 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at all of the drama and rhetoric surrounding the release of Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" and how it speaks of a problem for all artists who reach an unprecedented level of success: Can billionaires even create art?2700false1132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-guinness-happy-birthday-rocky-horror--67911004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67911004Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:21:10 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the release of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and unpack why it was so important to two generations of queer people and why it still resonates today.  Plus: Checking back in on the Jimmy Kimmel situation and...3364false1131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-jimmy-kimmel-affair--67824169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67824169Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:16:51 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo flipped on their mics and got to unpacking everything they know about modern media consolidation, celebrity promotion, economics and politics in regard to the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel for making remarks that powerful people didn't like.2342false1130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grey-gardens-at-50-and-why-gay-men-love-little-edie--67737488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67737488Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:29:40 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo observe the 50th anniversary of "Grey Gardens" and dive into the history, the ethical considerations and the making of the film and explain why gay men in particular have always been obsessed with its main subject, Edie Beale. PLUS: Why were the...3491false1129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-twisted-tale-of-amanda-knox-alien-earth-with-love-meghan--67555586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67555586Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:24:10 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo keep things simple this week, focusing on three TV shows and offering their thoughts on everything that's wrong (and a few things that are right) about "The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox," "Alien: Earth," and the second season of "With Love, Meghan."3534false1128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/and-just-like-that-the-nightmare-ended--67379830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67379830Fri, 15 Aug 2025 17:20:29 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go DEEP on the finale of "And Just Like That..." and all of the ways the show failed its characters, its fans and its legacy. PLUS: e.l.f. Cosmetics thought they could get clever riding the anti-woke wave with Matt Rife and it blew up in their faces.3156false1127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-failure-of-project-runway-and-the-defensiveness-of-and-just-like-that--67304692T Lo unpack why they don't cover "Project Runway" and all the ways the show has failed to do what it promised, then they do yet another deep dive into the penultimate episode of "And Just Like That..." before the whole thing goes away for good. PLUS: Billie Eilish says the wrong thing! And is "The Devil Wears Prada 2" being spoiled too early?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67304692Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:35:45 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack why they don't cover "Project Runway" and all the ways the show has failed to do what it promised, then they do yet another deep dive into the penultimate episode of "And Just Like That..." before the whole thing goes away for good. PLUS:...T Lo unpack why they don't cover "Project Runway" and all the ways the show has failed to do what it promised, then they do yet another deep dive into the penultimate episode of "And Just Like That..." before the whole thing goes away for good. PLUS: Billie Eilish says the wrong thing! And is "The Devil Wears Prada 2" being spoiled too early?]]>4231false1126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sydney-sweeney-s-bad-jeans--67218710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67218710Fri, 01 Aug 2025 17:17:52 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the whole controversy surrounding the American Eagle ads starring Sydney Sweeney, from why she's such a politicized figure to why the accusations of Nazism and eugenics miss the mark and how the ad propagates racialized beauty standards in...3648false1125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-s-been-coming-for-pedro-pascal--67115370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67115370Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:35:30 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the sudden Pedro Pascal backlash, what's fueling it, and whether it's coordinated. Then they unpack recent stories about Laverne Cox's news regarding her personal life and why her fans are disappointed and Variety magazine's hit piece on...3602false1124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ranting-and-raving-but-mostly-ranting--67030055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67030055Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:29:04 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the Colbert Late Night cancellation and what it says about this moment, both culturally and politically. Then they unpack all of the privacy and social media issues surrounding the cheating CEO at the Coldplay concert and all of the fan...3089false1123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-superman-and-yelling-at-carrie-bradshaw--66946423https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66946423Fri, 11 Jul 2025 17:13:18 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the new "Superman" film, taking into account the character's cinematic history and how director James Gunn paid homage to or offered responses to various portrayals throughout the decades. After that, it's another round of "Who ARE these...2713false1122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-mom-jayne-i-m-your-venus-and-more-of-carrie-bradshaw-acting-crazy--66887231https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66887231Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:07:34 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the Mariska Hargitay-directed documentary "My Mom Jayne," about her mother Jayne Mansfield and the secrets she kept before moving on to "I'm Your Venus" about the legendary Venus Xtravaganza and the families she left behind. And finally,...3474false1121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-wintour-the-bezos-wedding-and-psycho-carrie-bradshaw--66787100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66787100Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:14:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the news that Anna Wintour is ending her tenure as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue and explain why it probably doesn't matter that much, then they tear into the Jeff Bezos/Lauren Sanchez wedding and the tackiness of her gown. And finally, "And...3463false1120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-celebrity-stories-of-the-week-and-why-and-just-like-that-is-so-bad--66656324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66656324Fri, 20 Jun 2025 17:21:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into all of the hottest celebrity scandals on Tik Tok and then rip the latest episode of "And Just Like That..." to shreds.2720false1119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leave-sabrina-carpenter-alone--66550785https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66550785Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:52:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the big celebrity scandal of the week: Sabrina Carpenter being horny. They trace the history of finger-wagging young women in pop music for being sexually aggressive, but show why the outrage is always selective. Then, it's another rant...3204false1118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lgbtq-pride-matters-now-more-than-ever--66423080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66423080Fri, 06 Jun 2025 17:51:32 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about why Pride hits different this year and where the queer community needs to focus in response. PLUS: Celebrity nonsense, from "The White Lotus" stars Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood doing damage control to "Pokerface" star Natasha...3432false1117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hacks-and-just-like-that-and-the-celebrity-stories-of-the-week--66340474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66340474Fri, 30 May 2025 14:36:39 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the last two episodes of season four of "Hacks," unpack why "And Just Like That..." is so limp, and offer their opinions on the marriages of Emmanuel Macron and Hugh Jackman, and explain why Patti LuPone needs to keep her mouth shut.3622false1116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-the-cannes-red-carpet-rules-fair--66122428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66122428Fri, 16 May 2025 17:17:43 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at Beyonce's concert tour woes, dive into the latest Taylor Swift news in the Blake Lively case, and unpack whether Prince Harry is being naive or manipulative regarding his family. Then: Why is "Hacks" flopping so hard? And are the Cannes...3089false1115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-the-superfine-met-gala--65977742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65977742Wed, 07 May 2025 17:44:13 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo explain the history of the Met Gala, why there are so many celebrities there, and what the whole thing is meant to achieve. Then they take a look at this year's themes of Black Dandyism and fine tailoring, and explain why so many white women...2960false1114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-talk-hacks-andor-your-friends-neighbors-and-mobland--65785216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65785216Mon, 28 Apr 2025 21:15:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go deep on four shows holding their interest at the moment, reviewing what's working and what isn't in this season of "Hacks," explaining why "Your Friends & Neighbors" works in spite of its cliches, raving about "Andor" as the best thing on...2856false1113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hacks-the-aftermath-of-the-white-lotus-and-that-nonsense-space-flight--65614405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65614405Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:37:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the first two episodes of "Hacks," and explain why "The Studio" just isn't doing it for them before diving into all of the drama surrounding "The White Lotus." PLUS: Why you can't support Harry Potter anymore and why the Blue Origin...2710false1112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rachel-zegler-chappell-roan-and-the-white-lotus-finale--65407844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65407844Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:21:31 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the recent backlash against Rachel Zegler and Chappell Roan, how they differ and how they're the same, and why it all matters that the culture won't let young women speak. PLUS: a very deep dive into everything that went wrong with season...3760false1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrating-ten-years-and-breaking-down-the-severance-finale--65085691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65085691Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:00:09 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo mark the 10-year anniversary of the PSO and reflect on their podcasting journey before launching into a deep dive on the season 2 finale of "Severance," unpacking the memes and implications along the way and pointing out the show's shortcomings....4070false1110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ciao-donatella--64946909https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64946909Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:11:21 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at the career of Donatella Versace upon the announcement of her retirement as creative director of the House of Versace, discuss Scarlett Johansson's recent comments about fame, and dive deep into the latest episodes of "The White...3194false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watching-with-love-meghan-with-love-in-our-hearts--64798958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64798958Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:15:05 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo watched Meghan Markle's new Netflix series "With Love, Meghan" and have tons of opinions on what worked, what didn't, and what they say about the Duchess of Sussex's approach to her own image-making. PLUS: recaps of the latest boring episodes of...3391false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recapping-the-oscars--64691699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64691699Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:31:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take one last, loving look at the 97th Academy Awards and discuss the snubs, shocks and scandals that made up this wild awards season. PLUS: A deep dive into the latest episodes of "Severance" and "The White Lotus."3529false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-suddenly-unpredictable-oscars--64562460The Suddenly Unpredictable OscarsTue, 25 Feb 2025 14:06:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the state of the awards race in the final days before the Oscars, noting how many upsets there have been, which tends to make predicting the winners a bit of a crap shoot. PLUS: Where is "Severance" heading? And is Parker Posey the main...3093false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trans-erasure-tim-gunn-severance-and-the-white-lotus--64457473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64457473Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:01:50 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a stand in support of their trans siblings and explain why The Stonewall Inn is a site of historic importance for all queer people. Then, they look at the "Project Runway" revamp news and explain what the show needs and why bringing old...3620false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emilia-perez-backlash-backlash-kanye-s-latest-nonsense-is-severance-okay--64328374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64328374Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:14:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the recent comments surrounding the "Emilia Pérez" backlash and whether anyone's being unfair to its star, Karla Sofia Gascon and unpack all of the rhetoric surrounding Kanye at the Grammys with wife Bianca Censori. After that, it's a...3841false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/please-stop-talking-karla-sofia-gascon--64154483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64154483Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:06:58 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the news surrounding what may go down as one of the most disastrous Oscar campaigns of all time, "Emilia Pérez" star Karla Sofía Gascón's rocky road to a Best Actress nomination. After explaining why Brazilian fans are so furious...2766false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emilia-perez-problem-and-other-oscar-nomination-topics--63884628 Vanity Fair article about Meghan Markle. Spoiler: not that much fun!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63884628Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:45:14 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo run down the major categories in the 2025 Oscar nominations and pick out the snubs, surprises, and likely winners before launching into a deep dive on all the issues surrounding the history-making, much nominated "Emilia Pérez" and why so many... Vanity Fair article about Meghan Markle. Spoiler: not that much fun!]]>3059false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-to-do-when-your-fave-is-a-monster--63714543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63714543Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:49:13 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the sexual abuse accusations against Neil Gaiman and how to respond when a favorite author turns out to be a monster. Plus, the latest on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, their charity efforts during the wildfires and why everything they do...2936false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/back-from-outer-space--63637406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63637406Fri, 10 Jan 2025 14:06:17 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo return from their European Christmas vacation with tales of gluhwein and stroopwafels to tell. 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PLUS: A debate over whether "Disclaimer" is still working or not!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62615679Tue, 05 Nov 2024 01:47:28 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo serve up an hour of chatting on a range of topics to keep you distracted from looking at election returns, from the brilliance of Maya Rudolph's Kamala impersonation, to all the plans for their trip to Ireland, to the dangers of AI, the breakdown... "Saturday Night Live" appearance and her stans getting a little homophobic about it. PLUS: A debate over whether "Disclaimer" is still working or not!]]>3418false1037fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-witchy-with-it--62569370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62569370Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:45:46 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the final three episodes of "Agatha All Along," praising what worked, pointing out what didn't, and begging the creators for more. PLUS: "Disclaimer" plummets off a cliff.3770false1036fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cynthia-erivo-vs-wicked-fandom--62444008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62444008Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:51:45 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the story behind "Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo's offense regarding fan edits of the "Wicked" film poster and how it touches on questions of fandom, the proliferation of AI, and the issues faced by Black actors in franchise roles. Then it's a...3592false1035fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agatha-s-big-reveal-blanchett-s-kidman-impersonation-and-the-best-met-gala-theme-in-years--62367372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62367372Tue, 15 Oct 2024 01:08:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo walk you all the way through that fairly expected twist in the 5th episode of "Agatha All Along," explaining why it worked so well, what questions it raises and what the implications may be for the MCU. Then it's a deep dive into "Disclaimer,"...3538false1034fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chappell-roan-s-horrible-no-good-very-bad-week--62235773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62235773Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:23:54 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about Chappell Roan's non-endorsement of Kamala Harris and why it blew up in her face, as well as the Bowen Yang Moo Deng "Saturday Night LIve" sketch and why it set off her fandom. Encompassing generational differences, mental health...3324false1033fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recapping-agatha-praising-maggie-and-unpack-his-three-daughters--62132695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62132695Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:23:51 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the latest episode of "Agatha All Along," salute the career of Maggie Smith, explain why "La Maison" is a bad representation of the world of haute couture, and discuss all of the issues they had with "His Three Daughters."3239false1032fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-agatha-all-along-and-reading-ryan-murphy-for-filth--62046866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62046866Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:55:18 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo chat about the latest news with J Lo and Ben before going all-in on TV talk, first by recapping and dissecting the first two episodes of "Agatha All Along" and then by trashing the first five episodes of "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez...3337reviews,tvfalse1031fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-kate-s-video-new-york-fashion-week-and-celebrity-messiness--61484062https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61484062Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:55:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go through all of the stories surrounding Princess Catherine's video and explain why it felt like a major shift in how the Royal Family engages with the public. Plus: Chappell Roan restates her boundaries, Beyonce got the snub she figured on, and...2925false1030fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lorenzo-s-tik-tok-time--61286683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61286683Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:18:04 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo debate the hottest celebrity gossip on Tik Tok, from Chappell Roan pissing off her fans to Gaga not understanding musicals to Ben Affleck's depression and the true nature of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship. PLUS: Why Tolkien fans...3746false1029fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dnc-style-chappell-roan-s-boundaries-the-end-of-bennifer--61129362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61129362Fri, 23 Aug 2024 18:19:56 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at the differences between Democratic and Republican styles to explain why the DNC was such a fashion parade. They offer their condolences to Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, and take some people to task for assuming what happened...3146false1028fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/movie-stars-acting-badly--61063363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61063363Sat, 17 Aug 2024 15:29:09 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack two recent stories of movie stars being terrible. First, a look at Joaquin Phoenix leaving director Todd Haynes in the lurch as he abandoned a film five days before shooting started. Then, it's a deep dive into all of the rumors and...2879false1027fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/galadriel-s-lousy-paycheck-and-house-of-the-dragon-s-slow-season--60971883]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60971883Fri, 09 Aug 2024 17:40:17 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the details of the second season finale of "House of the Dragon" and discuss whether the complaints about the lack of action have any merit while arguing that the character work this season was more nuanced than they first thought....]]>3038false1026fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blasphemy-at-the-olympics--60886743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60886743Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:37:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics in Paris and whether they intended to be shocking or if people have just lost their minds. Plus: Should people watch "The Sandman" in light of author Neil...3158false1025fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-kamala-matters--60814801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60814801Fri, 26 Jul 2024 14:37:30 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the historic campaign of Kamala Harris, her unusual level of celebrity support, and why her personal style shouldn't matter to anyone. PLUS: Reviews of "Faye," "The Decameron," and "House of the Dragon."3508false1024fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/running-down-the-emmy-noms--60742845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60742845Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:36:46 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a closer look at the 2024 Emmy nominations and note the trends, the snubs, the category fraud and other bothersome bits before offering their predictions and picks. PLUS: Reviews of "Star Wars: The Acolyte" and "House of the Dragon."3675false1023fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-returns-the-acolyte-improves-and-house-of-the-dragon-whips--60655237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60655237Wed, 10 Jul 2024 17:36:56 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo return to the island to talk about all of the reasons why "Lost" still holds up and why you should watch it no matter what you heard about the finale. Then, Tom gives his thoughts on why "Star Wars: The Acolyte" is so great even with some of the...3360false1022fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bear-falls-down--60540895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60540895Fri, 28 Jun 2024 17:20:32 +0000Tom LorenzoIt's an all-TV Talk episode of the PSO as T Lo recap the latest "House of the Dragon" and "Star Wars: The Acolyte" episodes before getting into a deep discussion about all of the ways the third season of "The Bear" simply did not work for them. PLUS:...3636false1021fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dragons-princesses-and-creeps--60440324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60440324Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:31:21 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack a veritable podpourri of topics, starting with Princess Kate's first public appearance in months, to Eddie Redmayne's horrifying Tony Awards performance, to the latest episodes of "House of the Dragon" and "Star Wars: The Acolyte." PLUS:...3287false1020fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/petulant-queens-celebrity-gossip-and-the-acolyte--60314974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60314974Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:04:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about all the royal drama surrounding the Duke of Westminster's wedding and the D-Day commemorations, review the first two episodes of "Star Wars: The Acolyte" and unpack all of the latest celebrity gossip on Tik Tok.3843false1019fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hacks-cancel-culture-and-the-summer-box-office--60240976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60240976Fri, 31 May 2024 20:23:32 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all the ways "Hacks" season three exceeded expectations and why it's clear that the show has a game plan. They also take a look at the poor box office returns of the season and bat around some theories as to why people don't go to movie...3508false1018fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cannes-red-carpet-drama-and-delulu-celebrities--60164673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60164673Fri, 24 May 2024 18:40:05 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at several stories coming out of the Cannes Film Festival, from Cate Blanchett's mystery gown supposedly supporting Palestine to Kelly Rowland getting mistreated by security in front of worldwide press. Lorenzo reports on all the delusional...2844false1017fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-watching-law-roach-and-tik-tok-time--60060555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60060555Thu, 16 May 2024 15:55:54 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at King Charles' highly discussed new portrait and unpack what it's trying to say, followed by a discussion on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's successful Nigerian trip and the British press's nearly rabid response to it. Also:...3620false1016fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pre-gaming-the-met-gala-and-the-latest-celebrity-goss--59870982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59870982Mon, 06 May 2024 14:46:52 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about their Met Gala preparations and expectations, check in on the first few episodes of season 3 of "Hacks," and unpack the latest celebrity Tik Tok scandals, from Barbra Streisand's poor social media etiquette to Madonna's triumph in Rio...2482false1015fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taylor-swift-and-the-pitfalls-of-covering-modern-celebrities--59702594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59702594Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:05:30 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo weigh in on a whole range of topics, from why they hate the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner to the latest celebrity gossip to Taylor Swift's whole deal and why it's so hard to talk about her in a critical manner. PLUS: A review of...3550false1014fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/where-did-it-all-go-wrong-for-j-lo--59554936https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59554936Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:53:23 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at the sudden turn of bad fortune in Jennifer Lopez's career, how it all started, and where it's all likely to lead. Then they sound off on other recent celebrity controversies, including the "Romeo and Juliet" backlash and Hannah...3485false1013fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trashy-gays-and-dimwitted-princes--59351959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59351959Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:45:53 +0000Tom LorenzoTLo review the very latest in trashy gay television, "Mary & George," as well as the decidedly less trashy "Ripley," and unpack why Netflix's "Scoop" explains the Kate Middleton PR debacle.3419false1012fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disinformation-conspiracies-the-baltimore-disaster-and-the-princess-kate-fallout--59220997https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59220997Fri, 29 Mar 2024 17:23:40 +0000Tom LorenzoAfter Princess Kate's video came the recriminations and accusations. After the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse came the conspiracies. T Lo wade through the discourse for a discussion on misinformation, disinformation, online fandoms, conspiracy...2623false1011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-kate-s-bombshell-palm-royale-and-3-body-problem--59141783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59141783Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:55:20 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo react to the news of Princess Catherine's cancer announcement and unpack how the conspiracy theories got out of hand. After that, it's a deep dive into the first three episodes of Apple TV +'s "Palm Royale" and Netflix's "3 Body Problem."2931false1010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscars-fashion-and-the-worsening-princess-kate-debacle--59061097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59061097Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:39:22 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo wrap up their coverage of what they have dubbed the most boring Oscars in years before launching into a complete rundown of everything Kensington Palace has done wrong with Kate's health announcements and why the conspiracy theories are out of...3363false109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-predictions-and-the-princess-kate-conspiracy-theories--58935190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58935190Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:07:18 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo run down all of the major Oscars categories and give both their picks and their predictions for each win. PLUS: Princess Catherine has pulled a "Gone Girl" and the internet went insane with conspiracy theories.3488false108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diving-into-the-icy-waters-of-the-true-detective-night-country-finale--58753394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58753394Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:33:59 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the mysteries, resolutions and ambiguities of the "True Detective: Night Country" finale, giving their takes on what worked, what failed completely, and why the show has suddenly found itself a battlefield in the exhausting culture...3709false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-talk-true-detective-night-country-feud-capote-vs-the-swans-the-new-look--58688741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58688741Wed, 14 Feb 2024 20:31:59 +0000Tom LorenzoIt's an all-recap episode of the PSO as T Lo unpack all of the ways "True Detective: Night Country" wasted its time and all of the ways "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" wasted its talent. Then it's a deep dive into "The New Look" and the wartime...3395false106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/capote-s-swans-and-the-downward-spiral-of-true-detective--58591928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58591928Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:05:27 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the first two episodes of "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" and go over what they got right and wrong about all of the people involved. Then, it's a reluctant admission that, with the fourth episode of "True Detective: Night Country," it...2754false105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-snubs-the-barbie-backlash-and-true-detective--58492988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58492988Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:28:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the 2024 Oscar nominations and discuss the idea of snubs and whether they're not the wrong way to look at nominations. Then they talk about all of the snubs, of course. After that, it's deep, deep dive into episode 3 of "True Detective:...4750false104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-latest-royal-gossip-and-the-latest-true-detective-night-country--58409342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58409342Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:36:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the latest happenings surrounding the always dramatic British Royal Family, from Princess Kate's and King Charles' health issues to Harry's cringe-worthy award and the shenanigans of the Buckingham Palace press office. PLUS: A total...3917false103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-cooper-and-the-fine-line-of-oscar-campaigning--58311970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58311970Mon, 15 Jan 2024 19:50:10 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the history of Oscar campaigns and how the public has an impossible set of criteria for stars to follow, using Bradley Cooper, Mo'nique, Anne Hathaway, Andrea Riseborough, Cate Blanchett and Lily Gladstone as recent examples. PLUS: a...3513false102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/criminals-victims-and-who-gets-to-tell-their-stories--58232048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58232048Mon, 08 Jan 2024 16:44:00 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the recent stories regarding Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Vili Fualaau, the former being released from prison and going on a media tour, and the latter revealing his offense regarding the fictionalized version of his life in "May December." Is...2785false101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/putting-the-crown-to-bed--58148029https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58148029Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:46:54 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo end seven years of recapping "The Crown" by looking at the show's highly disappointing final episodes. From why it was a mistake to focus on Will and Kate to how the show reacted badly to Buckingham Palace's complaints, we unpack where it all...2989false941fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-picks-for-their-favorite-tv-shows-of-2023--58022506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58022506Fri, 15 Dec 2023 20:40:16 +0000Tom LorenzoT & Lo each pick three of their favorite TV shows of the year, plus one honorable mention, plus one guilty pleasure.2862reviews,tvfalse940fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maestro-priscilla-may-december-and-how-to-portray-the-truth--57954060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57954060Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:39:24 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go deep on the very different approaches to telling the stories of real people taken by the films Maestro (Leonard Bernstein), Priscilla (Presley) and May December (Mary Kay LeTourneau).3430false939fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reviews-for-saltburn-all-of-us-strangers-poor-things-and-doctor-who--57880168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57880168Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:49:00 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo deliver an all-review edition of the podcast, with non-spoiler reviews of the upcoming "All of Us Strangers" and "Poor Things" as well as spoiler-filled reviews of "Saltburn" and the first "Doctor Who" 60th anniversary special.3697false938fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-holiday-extravaganza--57769627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57769627Wed, 22 Nov 2023 19:05:58 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo impart two-plus decades of holiday planning experience to show you how to have the most fabulous holiday season, whether low-key or high-key. From how to make the best gravy to gift-wrapping tips, bow-tying tricks, baking hints, recipes and party...4876false937fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-crown-s-final-season-is-a-diana-obsessed-disaster--57690501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57690501Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:12:03 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep on the first part of the final season "The Crown," unpacking what worked (very little) and what didn't (most of it), how it compares to history (poorly) and why any focus on Diana was likely to cause the show's quality and tone to plummet.3170false936fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pre-cringing-over-the-met-gala-and-celebrating-the-end-of-the-strike--57594149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57594149Fri, 10 Nov 2023 21:18:29 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the meaning behind the 2024 Met Gala "Sleeping Beauty" theme and explain why celebrities are going to do an absolutely terrible job of trying to interpret it. PLUS: Hooray! The SAG AFTRA strike is over! Now here's everything Hollywood...2556false935fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fellow-travelers-our-flag-means-death-and-the-question-of-queer-representation--57411858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57411858Fri, 27 Oct 2023 17:44:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about Showtime's gay romantic drama "Fellow Travelers" and its depiction of hot, tragic gays and compare it to Max's "Our Flag Means Death" and its pan-queer rebel paradise. PLUS: Reviews of "A Small Light," "Loki," and "Bodies."3418false934fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-cher-y-christmas-lady-gaga-s-style-homages-the-clooney-offer-to-sag-aftra--57324362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57324362Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:55:22 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review Cher's very first Christmas album, give a little salute and style retrospective for Lady Gaga, who really knows how to pay homage to her elders, from Tony Bennett to Mick Jagger. PLUS: George Clooney makes an offer and Fran Drescher shoots...2610false933fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-vacation-snaps-and-taylor-swift-s-world-class-pr-skills--57225381https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57225381Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:13:07 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give you the lowdown on the second half of their European trip, with plenty of tips and suggestions for planning your own adventure. PLUS: Taylor Swift's awesome ability to mobilize the press and her fanbase on matters both professional (her new...2656false932fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-invade-kensington-palace-plus-the-super-models-and-chanel--57018903https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57018903Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:58:58 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about their London trip, including the Chanel retrospective at the V&A and seeing their own words in a Kensington Palace fashion exhibit. PLUS: Why they love Apple TV's "The Super Models."3353false931fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-dress-codes-matter--56897766https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56897766Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:23:43 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo bat around the idea of dress codes; who benefits from them and who is privileged enough to ignore them, with special attention paid to King Charles' surprisingly bad suits and Senator John Fetterman's shorts and hoodies. Should we care? Does it...2909false930fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meghan-markle-mania-and-celebrities-who-need-to-call-their-publicists--56813691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56813691Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:14:59 +0000Tom LorenzoThe royal press went rabid over Megan Markle's appearances at the Invictus Games and T Lo yell at them for it. Then, it's a rundown of the celebrity disasters of the week, starring Drew Barrymore, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, Sean Penn and Jonathan...2807false929fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talking-about-supermodels-sophie-turner-ahsoka-and-the-royal-family--56738143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56738143Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:41:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the messiness of the Joe Jonas/Sophie Turner divorce and how it represents a disturbing trend in the culture. Lorenzo recommends "The Super Models" docu-series, Tom tells you not to bother with "Ahsoka," and they both look at the British...2833ahsoka,reviews,tvfalse928fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/and-just-like-that-season-two-ended--56591487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56591487Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:34:26 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give their final, for-real wrapup of season 2 of "And Just Like That..." unpacking all of the ways the show improved, what each character needs to move forward, and how they still have a long way to go to reach the heights of "Sex and the City."3217false927fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fake-noses-guys-in-dresses-and-the-question-of-who-gets-to-be-the-star--56514970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56514970Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:30:30 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the controversy surrounding Bradley Cooper's prosthetic nose in "Maestro" and unpack why Billy Porter's latest comments about Harry Styles on the cover of "Vogue" are understandable but misguided. PLUS: "And Just Like That..." makes us...3721maestro,movies,reviews,tvfalse926fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heartstopper-red-white-royal-blue-and-the-question-of-queer-representation--56442432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56442432Fri, 11 Aug 2023 16:42:10 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack their complicated feelings about queer stories not necessarily written for queer audiences and take a look at recent queer TV series and movies like "Heartstopper," "Glamorous," and "Red, White & Royal Blue" which all feel like they're...2643false925fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lizzo-s-troubles-doll-house-parties-toxic-girlfriend-carrie-bradshaw--56371078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56371078Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:37:33 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the first Doll Invasion of Fire Island, which they were privileged to witness, unpack all of the disappointing charges levied against Lizzo, and recap the latest episode of "And Just Like That..." which is improving steadily.3024lizzo,reviews,tvfalse924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-sinead--56247282https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56247282Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:42:07 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the life, legacy and career of the singular Sinéad O'Connor and why she represents the very best of Generation X. PLUS: The Valentine's Day episode of AND JUST LIKE THAT... was pretty good!3088false923fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/and-just-like-that-got-better-hollywood-went-on-strike-barbie-changed-red-carpets--56184799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56184799Sat, 22 Jul 2023 14:41:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the SAG-AFTRA strike, why they support it, what it means for Hollywood, and how they plan on covering it. After that, it's a salute to the "Barbie" promotional tour and a deep dive on the last two episodes of "And Just Like That..."3303hbo,max,reviews,tvfalse922fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/and-just-like-that-wham-twitter-melts-down--56028461https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56028461Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:59:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo break down the latest episode of "And Just Like That...," co-starring Gloria Steinem, but first they discuss the ongoing meltdown of Twitter and the state of social media and review the "Wham!" documentary on Netflix.3371andjustlikethat,documentaries,hbo,max,netflix,reviews,television,tv,wham!false921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-optimism-of-the-bear-and-the-staleness-of-and-just-like-that--55636522https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55636522Fri, 30 Jun 2023 19:34:27 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo recap the "Chapter 3" episode of "And Just Like That" outlining the ways in which the characters are starting to feel more recognizable and the ways in which they're not. PLUS: A deep dive into season 2 of "The Bear" and how it showed the beauty...4439reviews,tvfalse920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-talk-the-young-queer-joy-of-glamorous-and-the-dreariness-of-and-just-like-that--54841183https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54841183Fri, 23 Jun 2023 19:17:02 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the new Kim Cattrall series "Glamorous" and unpack all of the ways the first two episodes of season 2 of "And Just Like That..." missed the mark or made the characters unrecognizable.3593reviews,tvfalse919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-artifice-of-wes-anderson-s-asteroid-city-and-the-legacy-of-international-male--54463025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54463025Fri, 16 Jun 2023 19:19:29 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the documentary "All Man: The International Male Story" and talk about the history of the iconic catalog and why it's so important to several generations of gay men. Then they review Wes Anderson's "Asteroid City" and unpack the director's...3103cinema,documentaries,fashion,film,gay,history,internationalmale,lgbt,lgbtq,moviereviews,movies,wesandersonfalse918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/somebody-somewhere-the-return-of-samantha-jones-ursula-gets-undragged--54163832tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/26fb6fc2-2cc1-3014-ada4-984e945aa9d7Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:40:07 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review HBO's SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE and explain why you need to be watching this humane and rewarding show. They unpack the news of Kim Catrall's return to the SEX AND THE CITY universe and explain why Melissa McCarthy's THE LITTLE MERMAID makeup...2920false2177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remembering-tina-and-targeting-target--54163834tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/2965f71c-2c2e-3f8b-b8e2-d5d9dbe0e545Fri, 26 May 2023 18:04:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the life, work and legacy of Tina Turner; how the press let her down in life and death, how her bravery extended well into her advanced age, and how she rewrote the book for women in music. PLUS: Target capitulates to domestic...2115false2176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meghan-and-harry-s-catastrophe-and-the-attacks-on-drag-legends--54163872tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/2156c843-95fa-36d5-abb0-984f1cf5d104Fri, 19 May 2023 18:32:47 +0000Tom LorenzoT & Lo talk about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's New York paparazzi chase and why they handled it badly, review Apple TV's SILO and Netflix's ALPHA MALES, and denounce the LA Dodgers organization for their cowardly response to complaints about...2839false2175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-we-really-thought-of-the-coronation--54163862tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/1d9fff8b-8345-3101-92ed-f5eae0ddc70dFri, 12 May 2023 17:54:45 +0000Tom LorenzoT & Lo go all in on the Coronation of King Charles III in ways they couldn't on social media or blog posts, outlining all of the ways it was terrible, all of the things that looked dumb or awkward to their eyes, and why royal reporting and...3558false2174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-problematic-legacy-of-karl-lagerfeld--54163874tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/4659c2a4-3b8f-32ab-86f0-f3bc51941bd4Fri, 05 May 2023 18:07:00 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the life and career of legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, whose work inspired this year's Met Gala. From his work revitalizing classic old houses to his love of celebrity and his history of problematic statements, they uncover...2439false2173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/travel-tips-sci-fi-series-and-drag-controversies--54163844tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/7760ba47-1e54-3da3-88f9-c8e39305db7bFri, 21 Apr 2023 18:05:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo answer some listener emails about their recent trip and offer their tips for a fabulous, low-stress, affordable European vacation before giving their thoughts on the recent season finales of STAR TREK: PICARD and THE MANDALORIAN and how they...3694false2172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronation-drama-and-beer-can-backlash--54163836tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/70b1ecfd-1857-349c-9c7c-7e6232980e5dFri, 14 Apr 2023 18:08:26 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo bat around all the news surrounding King Charles III's coronation, from Frogmore cottage to the Queen's title to Meghan's miss-me-with-that. Then it's a look at the utterly tiresome anti-LGBTQ backlash to Bud Light, why it's happening again, and...2776false2171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-talk-tv-kittens--54163880tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/562ac5b1-b72f-3f2d-9fd9-614a5fe36c52Fri, 07 Apr 2023 16:31:16 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go deep on a whole bunch of TV news and reviews, touching on the rumored Harry Potter series, the bad news for THE RINGS OF POWER, their love of Netflix's BEEF, as well as their intense disappointment with season 3 of THE MANDALORIAN and their...3103false2170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/law-roach-and-the-politics-of-celebrity-style--54163837tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/cde02a7c-12b7-3630-8d9e-5eaa885c4cafMon, 20 Mar 2023 15:10:51 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo unpack all of the news coming out of superstar stylist Law Roach's sudden retirement, including some of the scorching observations and accusations he made in an interview with THE CUT. From dealing with all of the "in-between people"...3059false2169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hugh-grant-ashley-graham-and-the-abysmal-state-of-red-carpet-interviewing--54163893tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/2c46c86b-8146-3f43-b870-380338aa5a0cThu, 16 Mar 2023 18:12:39 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the things that happened on the 2023 Oscars red carpet, from Ashley Graham and Hugh Grant's viral awkwardness to the poor state of the E! Red Carpet team and why truth-tellers like Christian Siriano would be perfect for the gig, but...2535false2168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protect-our-drag-queens--54163851tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/6a9e5eb2-7c74-3c3b-bfc0-2485e1073cc1Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:56:07 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the seriousness of the recent Tennessee bill making drag illegal, show how it's part of a larger movement against LGBTQ rights and take RuPaul and the producers of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE to task for not using their massive platform to educate...2991false2167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ariana-s-baftas-rap-new-lord-of-the-rings-movies-poker-face-and-red-carpet-etiquette--54163842tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/cc289a87-db0b-3957-bd00-09fc93967f39Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:03:41 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack everything surrounding Ariana DeBose's instantly viral BAFTAs rap, including why it probably was doomed to become a camp classic from the start. After that, they talk about why the announcement of new Lord of the Rings movies fills them...2853false2166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-talk-about-sex-scenes--54163839tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/61cf570f-0d45-31ae-a077-ebce131eae58Fri, 17 Feb 2023 18:22:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack YOU star Penn Badgely's recent comments about not wanting to do sex scenes anymore and how it led to a whole bunch of discourse about generational divides, consent, gender roles and the purpose of art. Plus: Why people were not feeling...2773false2165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/madonna-s-face-sam-smith-s-devil-horns-and-melanie-lynskey-kicking-ass--54163868tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/b4c4b9c0-822f-31be-b8ec-26a16184f9f1Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:04:39 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the response to Madonna's facial work and how it's part of her long history of being shocking. They rail against the ridiculous rightwing freakout over Sam Smith and Kim Petras' Grammys performance and warn that it's part of a larger...3965false2164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-oscar-nominations-and-the-riseborough-affair--54163841tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/84e11245-5a36-37af-a57d-4aac336ca775Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:31:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into the major categories of the 2023 Oscar nominations, and unpack some of the screwed-up thinking behind some of them, devoting most of their time to the growing scandal surrounding TO LESLIE star Andrea Riseborough's seemingly "grass...3672false2163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-talk-with-t-lo--54163856tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/3328660b-d2a4-3936-9783-92db142b51c9Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:57:18 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo debate recent AND JUST LIKE THAT... casting news, discuss their disappointment with ANNE RICE'S MAYFAIR WITCHES, and list all the reasons why THE LAST OF US isn't THE WALKING DEAD. 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Without coordinating ahead of time, each picked their 3 fave TV shows and movies and took turns revealing their choices and explaining why they chose them....3720false2160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/banshees-the-fabelmans-and-harry-meghan-part-two--54163894tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/5c9fe721-a248-3611-b099-a1fbf202c084Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:23:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN and THE FABELMANS before diving into the messier aspects of the second half of HARRY & MEGHAN.3646false2159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-harry-meghan-says-and-doesn-t-say--54163906tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/540ce8cb-14c6-38cb-84a9-2e526c45c4f1Fri, 09 Dec 2022 19:01:40 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep into the first three episodes of the Netflix docu-series HARRY & MEGHAN detailing the lives of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and unpack what the series chooses to reveal, what it shies away from discussing, and how you have to look...3456false2158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/balenciaga-and-buckingham-palace-exist-in-bubbles-of-privilege--54163913tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/744025dc-2059-31c9-a8e2-7fabf5a8a913Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:09:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the disastrous Balenciaga holiday ad campaign and what it says about the bubble the fashion world lives in. And speaking of bubbles, they also unpack the recent Buckingham Palace racism scandal and what it says about the institution of...3375false2157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-biden-white-house-wedding-and-a-deep-dive-in-tar--54163865tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a4c0f67a-b92c-3bb7-bec3-73264771eb42Fri, 25 Nov 2022 18:38:04 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the news surrounding Naomi Biden's wedding, from who made the dress to why they never should have done that Vogue editorial. PLUS: a deep dive in TÁR, the world of classical music conducting, its nuanced take on cancel culture, and...3103false2156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iconic-style-of-princess-diana--54163840tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9ed8b4cc-6717-3421-88ea-9596de836ac6Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:11:47 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep on the fashion journey of Diana, Princess of Wales, from her early days as a Sloane Ranger to becoming the hottest fashionista of the 1990s, tracing how she told the story of her life through her clothes. PLUS: Why does THE WHITE LOTUS...3691false2155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/has-the-crown-gone-soft--54163877tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/338af2e3-1ac8-3d72-8a76-90631d8ab201Fri, 11 Nov 2022 15:44:47 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep on season five of THE CROWN and discuss the cast changes, the Diana drama, the sense that the show is going soft on its subjects, and why this season is the weakest one so far.3203false2154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-salute-to-dragons-and-sissies--54163912tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9f2128ec-ec17-38e9-a013-a15559f9ca3dWed, 26 Oct 2022 18:10:54 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo recap the season one finale of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, pay tribute to the great Leslie Jordan, unpack the recent climate protests attacking works of art, and give an update on the ongoing Kanye saga.2939false2153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-duchess-a-queen-and-a-legend-walk-into-a-podcast--54163902tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0760cd25-2804-37b3-a7a5-6de9bc8fb32fThu, 20 Oct 2022 18:20:57 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo discuss Meghan Markle's recent interview with VARIETY and the ways it underlines just how bad a fit she was for royal life. Plus: Judi Dench gets really mad at THE CROWN and Queen Alicent makes her move in the penultimate episode of season one of...2642false2152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-legacy-of-angela-lansbury-the-rise-of-the-black-fantasy-figure-and-the-hilarity-of-derry-girls--54163884tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/ef0e20f6-6f2b-39fc-9074-3e76f89df6f3Wed, 12 Oct 2022 17:35:09 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo pay tribute to Angela Lansbury, review the final season of DERRY GIRLS, unpack the latest HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and talk about the notable changes in ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE. 3510false2151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kanye-dragons-and-bros--54163879tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/4e6e52b8-5b2b-3620-9740-b7aefce45d93Wed, 05 Oct 2022 17:28:20 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review and recap the DRIFTMARK episode of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, unpack all of the heated and misguided rhetoric surrounding Bily Eichner's gay rom com BROS, and look at the recent Balenciaga shows and Kanye stunts to point out how silly the world...3573false2150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-blonde-completely-misses-the-point-of-marilyn-monroe--54163897tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/05f6068f-aacf-3dd0-a96b-023d7a4e931dFri, 30 Sep 2022 17:35:17 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the Marilyn biopic BLONDE, starring Ana de Armas, and unpack all of the ways the film brutalizes the memory of Marilyn Monroe in service to a misguided attempt to make a point about her victimhood. PLUS: Another deep dive into HOUSE OF...4157false2149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/does-the-bury-your-gays-criticism-apply-to-house-of-the-dragon--54163921tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/99a2e2b8-258b-340b-ba5a-5da2d4150ea1Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:31:50 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo have a few final things to say about the British Royal Family and Queen Elizabeth's funeral before exploring the criticism that HOUSE OF THE DRAGON is homophobic for killing off a gay character. Is "Bury Your Gays" a valid criticism or have we...3181false2148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-succession-drama-with-and-without-dragons--54163908tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/5cae81fa-5939-3195-aa63-f65e422ade86Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:32:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the latest Targaryen family nastiness in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON before diving into the pomp and circumstance surrounding Queen Elizabeth II's death, the reaction to members of the former British Empire's diaspora communities, the overly...3369false2147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/of-magic-rings-and-dragon-s-wings-house-of-the-dragon-vs-the-rings-of-power--54163870tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/95447f3d-4a80-3df7-802a-6604c4218bc4Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:11:55 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo compare all of the ways HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and THE RINGS OF POWER are similar and do a deep dive on the deep and profound differences in each story. PLUS: All the "Don't Worry Darling" drama, which is too delicious to ignore4493false2146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-that-meghan-markle-profile-and-episode-2-of-house-of-the-dragon--54163850tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9db66c68-abed-3f45-9634-f6994012e482Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:20:01 +0000Tom Lorenzo T & Lo take a good hard look at Meghan Markle's profile in The Cut and how it makes them question the media training both she and Prince Harry have received. PLUS: A deep dive into HOUSE OF THE DRAGON's second episode, THE ROGUE PRINCE. 3879false2145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diving-deep-on-house-of-the-dragon--54163857tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/6142baee-8ce7-34d1-8dce-31f1534eba49Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:10:52 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go in hard on the first episode of the GAME OF THRONES prequel HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, unpacking the themes, story points, cultural histories and characters of the first episode, with a focus on what to look out for, what doesn't quite work as well...2747false2144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-love-to-see-it-stars-prioritizing-their-mental-health--54163911tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/de8c0038-6760-3209-a8c3-0acfafaa7573Fri, 19 Aug 2022 17:21:52 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the recent announcements by stars Jonah Hill and Tom Holland that they're taking a step back from public life for mental health reasons and unpack all of the implications of that, from their own privilege to the brave celebrities and...2678false2143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sad-celebrity-stories-of-the-week--54163941tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/816b8e59-dee9-3e89-9f99-9dbe77208190Fri, 12 Aug 2022 19:09:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo run down a bunch of sad tales coming out of celebrity land, offering a tribute to the legendary Olivia Newton-John and discussing the travails of Britney Spears, Ezra Miller, and Anne Heche. Plus: What everyone gets wrong about Ben Affleck. And...3361false2142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-the-sandman--54163891tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a2b782a0-95c0-363e-a924-d4ebd7ffc691Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:50:17 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review the Netflix adaptation of Neil Gaiman's THE SANDMAN series of graphic novels, explaining the history of the books, the cultural impact they had, why the fans are so nervous about this adaptation, who the characters are and whether it all...4244false2141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-met-to-the-red-carpet-why-fashion-matters--54163864tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a683c7fc-317a-38c4-b544-01368867cbf7Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:15:23 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give their impressions of The Met's Costume Institute exhibits, IN AMERICA: A LEXICON OF FASHION and IN AMERICA: AN ANTHOLOGY OF FASHION, exploring how they interpret the history and importance of American fashion, what parts they got right and...3021false2140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beanie-the-bear-and-a-bunch-of-snubs--54163855tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/dcb5551b-6a01-3b87-8daa-2448c096d109Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:16:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review THE BEAR and declare it one of the best shows of the year, review the Emmy nominations and talk about why they are no longer able to highlight the best in television, and unpack the backstage drama of FUNNY GIRL as Beanie Feldstein exits...4142false2139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-t-roll-a-ball-halfway-down-a-hill--54163860tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/61589a8b-af59-35ce-8e52-481d65e12596Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:47:53 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the recent attacks on Drag Queen Story Hour across the country, how they're related to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, and why allyship is more important than ever.2306false2138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enduring-mystique-of-marilyn-and-the-singular-career-of-anna-wintour--54163878tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/63b46e89-f69c-3767-8d34-7579189acd85Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:39:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive into a couple of recent stories illustrating the hold Marily Monroe still has on the culture and then they dive deep on the life and career of Vogue editor Anna Wintour in an interview with Amy Odell, author of ANNA: THE BIOGRAPHY. 3465false2137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-and-appreciating-fire-island--54163892tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/c7155204-ca82-3830-9e33-10d42bb4b105Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:09:36 +0000Tom Lorenzo T Lo review the queer rom-com FIRE ISLAND and explain not only why the film is so fun, but how it honors history and shows an intelligent and insightful understanding of gay male social spaces, both the toxic parts and the life-affirming parts, while...4065false2136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-of-the-celebrity-news-we-just-had-to-talk-about--54163887tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/8351655a-b5fc-319f-af7a-394118aff4f1Fri, 03 Jun 2022 17:35:33 +0000Tom LorenzoKim Kardashian said something really stupid and offensive - again! Sarah Jessica Parker is talking about how she never talks about Kim Catrall - again! And the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard verdict is a sad commentary on where we are and where we're going...2912false2135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-springstravaganza-of-opinions--54163930tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9b8be078-d3f3-3e10-b8c7-d035674d39bfFri, 20 May 2022 18:28:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo weigh in on a bunch of topics, from a review of Apple TV+s THE ESSEX SERPENT, to what books they're currently reading, to why criticism is important to consuming any media, to the sudden explosion of interest in the red carpet. It's all musings...1992false2134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/feral-audiences-and-fave-tv-shows--54163883tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/590248b3-6fde-37e0-9172-87f70ba3bdc9Fri, 13 May 2022 17:43:40 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the recent bad audience behavior on Broadway and in Hollywood involving Patti Lupone, Dave Chapelle and Jesse Williams. Why has everyone forgotten how to sit quietly and clap when expected? Also: Why you need to watch THE STAIRCASE,...2602false2133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kim-kardashian-marilyn-monroe-and-the-met-gala--54163907tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/b86cb66b-786c-3da0-bd83-16381100b7f6Fri, 06 May 2022 17:32:26 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go all in on the biggest fashion story of the week, if not the year, Kim Kardashian wearing Marilyn Monroe's iconic "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" dress to the Met Gala. They look at the outrage and the criticisms that immediately arose in...3253false2132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-gossip-and-hot-shows-to-watch--54163935tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0a14e9ea-96ca-3461-a7e2-8f784cdbc4afFri, 29 Apr 2022 17:34:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo run down all of the week's hottest celebrity gossip, from the Olivia Wilde process server incident to the Depp/Heard lawsuit, to Tina Brown's new book on the Royal family. PLUS: A deep dive on season two of RUSSIAN DOLL and a rapturous review of...3859false2131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/performances-we-re-loving-right-now--54163905tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/4653fd7a-d33b-37f2-b032-d9967f27c267Fri, 15 Apr 2022 18:40:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give the spotlight to eleven performances in film and television that deserve a little more recognition right now and explain why you should watch them, from Michelle Pfeiffer in THE FIRST LADY to Greta Lee in RUSSIAN DOLL to Janelle James on...2739false2130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/less-about-the-slapping-more-about-the-clapping--54163890tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/dfd76094-f48d-394c-94a8-afd88a62c31fFri, 01 Apr 2022 17:06:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the reactions to Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars, from why people laughed and clapped to how the Academy responded to why we're all still talking about it days later. PLUS: A review of HBO Max's JULIA, what it gets right about...3115false2129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/william-kate-s-disastrous-caribbean-adventure--54163898tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/abac796c-7da6-322e-9cd7-fb645ff73cedFri, 25 Mar 2022 19:12:01 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all the disastrous optics of the Caribbean royal tour with Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge. This tour has been so bad that it actually throws the future of the monarchy into question. PLUS: Reviews of TV shows, MOON...3097false2128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bono-s-bad-poem-and-zelenskyy-s-game-changing-style--54163899tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/817f1f86-a74c-3930-bacc-8dc77d02a099Fri, 18 Mar 2022 18:00:12 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the newly announced "Gilded Glamour" theme for the Met Gala and why they think Anna Wintour has had it with celebrities. Then they take on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's game-changing wartime leader style, his savvy...2135false2127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disney-dukes-and-dolce-gabbana-how-to-cover-a-problematic-world--54163895tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/d1706ff6-efaa-39e9-814c-f5dbdc9b103aFri, 11 Mar 2022 19:08:39 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo break down the disappointing Disney response to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill as well as recent royal kerfuffles surrounding the Cambridges and Sussexes and the problematic popularity of Dolce & Gabbana on the red carpet, all to explain how...2548false2126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploring-and-explaining-the-costumes-of-west-side-story--54163847tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/61d4e8fb-c89a-3423-b4ca-3fca3ec729faFri, 04 Mar 2022 18:55:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo go into a deep dive on the Oscar-nominated costume design by Paul Tazewell for Steven Spielberg's WEST SIDE STORY. They explain the inspirations, the symbolism, and how the costumes work in conjunction with the script, camera movement, digital...2687false2125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queer-kids-are-under-attack--54163863tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/5b230a2e-c545-3e28-b3a1-d7f825fd0e90Fri, 25 Feb 2022 19:07:02 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the recent changes announced for the Oscars ceremony and why they're so misguided before launching into a discussion of Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill and Texas' attack on trans children and why both developments signal a serious danger...3344false2124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-noms-scam-artists-and-black-dwarven-princesses--54163917tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/fc58012d-7ea9-3893-aa4d-c28a53acf976Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:09:11 +0000Tom Lorenzo T Lo review INVENTING ANNA, break down the new Tolkien character designs of the RING OF POWER, and unpack the Oscar nominations, including who should win, who will win, and who never got nominated.4710false2123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/and-just-like-that-a-finale--54163932tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a0df841a-7f95-37f8-ad44-a3372bbaf7ceFri, 04 Feb 2022 19:12:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give the final exhaustive review of the first season of "And Just Like That...," the "Sex and the City" sequel with too much of an agenda to be funny, interesting or entertaining.2706false2122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minnie-mouse-and-m-m-makeover-madness--54163861tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/ea94f22c-d19b-30f4-bf0b-d3ded822eda5Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:21:18 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on Minnie Mouse's pantsuit and the Green M&M's new sneakers, pointing out how corporations are deliberately turning routine branding exercises into culture war issues to their benefit (and no one else's). PLUS: The latest "And Just Like...3044false2121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-uncompromising-life-and-unvarnished-legacy-of-andre-leon-talley--54163910tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9a423339-484a-367c-beb4-5878c7832b9cFri, 21 Jan 2022 19:39:10 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo remember the legendary André Leon Talley with personal recollections, tributes, and quotes from his life and work, putting into context how revolutionary it was for a large Black queer man to dominate the fashion world. PLUS: Why you should watch...3409false2120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sag-snubs-and-tv-talk--54163896tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0789b882-07af-30bc-8412-866b70492450Fri, 14 Jan 2022 19:20:13 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the surprising snubs of the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations and what they portend for the Oscars before doing another deep dive into the latest episode of "And Just Like That..." PLUS: quick nerd reviews! Why is "Star Trek:...3314false2119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cringing-at-and-just-like-that-cheering-for-yellowjackets--54163900tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/2be85117-06da-3004-93c8-01e51413de8bFri, 07 Jan 2022 18:56:14 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo cringe at the "Hamilton" cast singing away insurrection, rant about "And Just Like That..."'s pitiful portrayal of middle age cluelessness, and beg you to start watching "Yellowjackets" if you haven't already.4312false2118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-year-end-list-of-the-best-films-and-shows-of-2021--54163943tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/c62a72a7-a5bf-30c9-9a0c-b339e8a12b44Fri, 17 Dec 2021 20:07:43 +0000Tom LorenzoTom and Lorenzo give each of their Top 3 shows and films of the year and the honorable mentions that didn't quite make it. Plus a recap of the latest episode of "And Just LIke That..." - the one with Natasha!4382false2117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diving-into-and-just-like-that-and-understanding-jeremy-strong--54163939tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/c653e95f-bd52-3d48-9eb1-346bc44f4af3Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:19:30 +0000Tom LorenzoT & Lo unpack the somewhat feverish response to the New Yorker's profile of "Succession" star Jeremy Strong and then dive deep into the first two episodes of "And Just Like That...," as long time fans of "Sex and the City."3401false2116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/movie-talk-being-the-ricardos-belfast-the-power-of-the-dog--54163918tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/ee648bca-3eae-3ab1-a015-9f5191df1edfFri, 03 Dec 2021 19:15:49 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give their in-depth reviews of "Being the Ricardos," "Belfast" and "Power of the Dog." Is Nicole Kidman a believable Lucille Ball? Does Kirsten Dunst deserve and Oscar? Why did Tom cry through a one third of "Belfast" when it's not a tragedy? And...3685false2115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-spencer-and-its-relationship-with-accuracy--54163924tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/5160bb8a-d4e1-397b-a06d-363550984f50Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:55:45 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo dive deep on Kristen Stewart's astonishing portrayal of Princess Diana in director Pablo Larraín's "Spencer," unpacking the film's fantastical interpretation of the Princess of Wales' life and asking question about just how much leeway...3043false2114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/passing-the-green-knight-and-respecting-the-source-material--54163888tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9c8635d5-2423-3da3-b88e-defa85b4fdd2Fri, 12 Nov 2021 18:58:03 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo discuss "Passing," starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga and "The Green Knight," starring Dev Patel and Alicia Vikander, diving deep on the themes, art direction, costume design and performances and showing how each film's director let the...3889false2113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-big-celebrity-stories-of-the-week-and-what-they-mean--54163937tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/57144048-2639-3327-b712-568709880d20Fri, 05 Nov 2021 18:24:13 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack a whole range of celebrity news, from Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson dating to Chris Pratt trolling the public to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's casting in the Wicked movie adaption. PLUS: Why early aughts bloggers had it right when...3162false2112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-doesn-t-matter-how-you-dune--54163945tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/fbe6953e-e1b3-30d3-ab71-000c2bc6a1c1Fri, 29 Oct 2021 18:38:51 +0000Tom LorenzoIt's a sci-fi themed PSO as T Lo explain why Apple TV's "Invasion" is such a disappointment before launching into an extended discussion of director Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune starring Timothee Chalamet. The costumes, the art direction, the...3162false2111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-whole-bunch-of-opinions-on-the-world-this-week--54163909tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/e6543510-d2c1-375c-bc0f-2209e79acff1Fri, 22 Oct 2021 18:23:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the news about the tragic accident on Alec Baldwin's film set and the homophobic attacks on Pete Buttigieg, but first: Are SJP's "And Just Like That" costumes for real? PLUS: Why Nicole Kidman is all wrong to play Lucille Ball and whether...2741false2110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chappelle-mess-lizzo-s-triumph-and-project-runway-s-return--54163903tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/8e754af8-fd12-32fa-9bca-058c85fd5b33Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:33:12 +0000Tom LorenzoDescription: T Lo give their thoughts on Dave Chappelle's transphobic Netflix comedy special and the fallout from it, dissect Lizzo's bold fashion choice for Cardi B's birthday party, and talk about the return of Project Runway for its 19th season and...3549false2109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-up-with-squid-game-and-diana-the-musical--54163944tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/c2d73630-88c9-3c53-a249-f01706f389d3Fri, 08 Oct 2021 18:15:03 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo look at the astonishing popularity of Netflix's breakaway hit "Squid Game" and laugh their way through the hilariously awful "Diana: The Musical" in order to answer one question about both of them: Why are people so fascinated by this? From Harry...3056false2108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-talk-about-tv-stuff--54163938tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/563c8350-b55f-32aa-bafb-39e6bd462b9fFri, 01 Oct 2021 18:00:50 +0000Tom LorenzoIt's an all TV TALK episode of the PSO as T Lo dive into the Ellen Pompeo/Denzel Washington "Grey's Anatomy" story and what it says about the insulated lives of stars, then offer their contradictory takes on "Midnight Mass," "Y: The Last Man" and...3758false2107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sandy-and-megs-having-themselves-a-week--54163947tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/7983095e-ea8c-310e-a4ae-93244009364bFri, 17 Sep 2021 18:07:41 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo tackle the ridiculous brouhaha over the "TAX THE RICH" dress Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wore to the Met Gala and why she was perfectly in her rights to do so. PLUS: Harry and Meghan make the TIME 100, pose for a really weird picture, get a ton...2723false2106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-the-john-mulaney-parasocial-kerfuffle-matters--54163853tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/dd6ac304-9b79-3a17-afd2-572211802563Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:30:21 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the huge blowback regarding John Mulaney's personal life and explain all the personal, professional, and societal reasons they're holding firm on their opinion that parasocial relationships with celebrities shouldn't be normalized. Bring...3340false2105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anti-backlash-backlash--54163927tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/ffa3a5ad-329a-3858-90f5-9fcf54c6d183Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:37:37 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack the recent so-called "backlash" against "Ted Lasso," explain why it was inevitable, and take a bunch of TV critics to task for buying into the pernicious "Let people enjoy things" framing. PLUS: A review of Hulu's "Nine Perfect Strangers"...3268false2104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cringe-tv-vs-earnest-tv-ted-lasso-the-white-lotus-and-schmigadoon--54163904tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/626402b9-ee06-3fa2-89c2-af84133afaebFri, 13 Aug 2021 18:34:05 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk television as they review "Ted Lasso," "The White Lotus" and "Schmigadoon!" and explain why those shows might not be for everyone. PLUS: What's with all these dirty celebrities? 3860false2103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matt-damon-is-a-d-slur--54163838tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0dd28b7c-2bca-31ff-bc63-560d6e872dd1Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:17:46 +0000Tom LorenzoAfter his disastrous Sunday Times interview, T Lo run down all of the ways in which Matt Damon has been a blindly privileged, narcissistic jerk and why his latest admission (of using an anti-gay slur) should not be celebrated or explained away so...2628false2102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jungle-cruise-bad-gucci-accents-and-hollywood-nepotism--54163928tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/6720b820-13dd-332b-a36f-d3c832e5e5e6Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:52:04 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give their thoughts on the campy Italian accents of the "House of Gucci," review the disappointing "Jungle Cruise," and go off on the blindness of Hollywood elites who think nepotism isn't a factor and that show business is a meritocracy.2690false2101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/someone-pry-the-olympics-uniforms-out-of-ralph-lauren-s-hands--54163901tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/4371e424-5862-3a80-86c1-e49baa12b28aFri, 23 Jul 2021 18:31:41 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo have HAD IT with the preppy nightmares that Ralph Lauren keeps forcing on American Olympians and they'll tell you why his outdated Americana aesthetic is borderline offensive in 2021. PLUS: Prince Harry's memoirs and why they make T Lo cringe!2400false2100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emmy-snubs-loki-disappointments-and-mad-men-in-space--54163876tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/9ac2280a-ac33-31c8-a88f-0d21f2406fa7Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:27:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo run down the 2021 Emmy nominations and give their thoughts on who should win and who got snubbed before Tom launched into an extended rant about how much he disliked the "Loki" finale. PLUS: You absolutely MUST watch Apple TV+'s "For All Mankind."2921false2099fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-lo-s-big-las-vegas-adventure--54163942tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/5f03cce3-fb9f-304e-b683-82dc856e333dFri, 02 Jul 2021 05:25:48 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo give you the lowdown on all the fun and fabulousness of the Las Vegas leg of their book tour, give their thoughts on the Princess Diana statue, congratulate the new Miss Nevada for making history, and review both "Black Widow" and the latest "Loki."3262false2098fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/britney-s-bombshell-and-why-carl-nassib-s-coming-out-matters--54163852tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/abc6631a-c9e6-3ca8-84d9-bef16a234227Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:59:51 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the importance of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib's coming out and why his political affiliations don't matter. Then, they run down Britney Spears' shocking testimony begging for her conservatorship to end and explain why...2915false2097fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queer-pdas-the-history-of-cruising-hot-reality-tv-goss--54163934tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/52bf9b7c-b723-3656-8140-958c0f4d0b00Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:21:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo gossip about some "Project Runway" designer scandals, weigh in on the Chrissy Teigen and Rita Moreno stories, and talk about the history of queer PDAs, cruising, and non-verbal socializing in the pre-Stonewall era. 2902false2096fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-jill-s-jacket-the-queens-of-hacks-a-forgotten-queer-icon-and-lilibet-diana--54163936tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0bd0857d-22e8-3f5d-ace9-72bf7f49a5e8Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:28:34 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about Jill Biden's "LOVE" jacket and what it means, gush over the glory of the "Hacks" season finale, profile forgotten trans icon Rachel Harlow, and welcome Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor to the world.3140false2095fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queer-erotic-history-sex-work-and-why-pride-must-be-horny-on-main--54163946tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/e5b33d3c-a515-3b67-aea5-6a0cccfee204Fri, 04 Jun 2021 18:20:44 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the tiresome "No Kink at Pride" discourse by highlighting the importance of queer erotic artists like Bob Mizer and Tom of Finland as well as the brave contributions of the front line of Queer Liberation, the sex workers who fought back...2887false2094fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-fashion-design-meets-costume-design-cruella-and-halston--54163849tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/29fe1d17-acdc-3b54-8577-2eaa587899d1Fri, 21 May 2021 15:29:28 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo discuss the Oscar-worthy work of costume designer Jenny Beavan in the surprisingly high-quality and couture-focused "Cruella" and interview Jeriana San Juan, the costume designer for Netflix's "Halston" on how to merge fashion design with the...2901false2093fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/halston-hacks-and-the-future-of-the-red-carpet--54163929tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/27fe7828-092f-3bc0-9175-aff492f9398cFri, 14 May 2021 13:11:15 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo gush over Jean Smart and her new HBO Max series "Hacks" and the news that Laverne Cox is taking over red carpet duties on E! Then they give the history behind the legendary "Battle of Versailles" depicted in "Halston;" an event that changed the...3367false2092fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/looking-out-over-the-spring-2021-tv-landscape--54163923tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/0630c4e4-2daf-39ab-9736-b4804a6d85c4Fri, 07 May 2021 18:45:29 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo report on upcoming seasons of "Lupin," "Call My Agent," and "Making the Cut," before launching into reviews of "Jupiter's Legacy," "The Nevers," and "Mare of Easttown." Plus a look at "Pose" and an explanation of why they don't want to cover the...3542false2091fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-halston-and-captain-america--54163957tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a20d0e16-7e32-3353-bd3f-35faed603758Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:30:06 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the 2021 Oscars and what to expect from this year's red carpet, then Tom launches into a fairly critical review of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and how the series failed before Lorenzo gushes over the upcoming Halston biopic and...3338false2090fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/colton-underwood-s-problematic-coming-out--54163949tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/eb92dfc5-f451-3da0-834b-e817c89d4664Fri, 16 Apr 2021 18:09:20 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the coming out of "The Bachelor" star Colton Underwood, his problematic past, and why you should support the act of coming out even if the person isn't a role model. PLUS: A review of the scandal-tinged but entertaining HBO series "The...3441false2089fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-jill-s-tights-and-khloe-kardashian-fights--54163951tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/60d9ea2f-ae47-3a51-967d-a51e575134d5Thu, 08 Apr 2021 18:00:45 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take on the minor kerfuffle over what the press called Dr. Jill Biden's "fishnets" and offer their theories as to why people may have been surprised to see FLOTUS rocking them. Then it's on to Khloe Kardashian's public meltdown over a candid...2874false2088fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/going-low-on-high-culture--54163926tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/79de2bb6-695f-3749-9f74-c352a448aa17Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:02:28 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo review Netflix's "The Serpent" and Disney+'s "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" before launching into a gushfest over how amazing Michelle Pfeiffer is in "French Exit." PLUS: a long discussion on high and low culture and how most film,...2990false2087fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vax-musings-virality-and-milkshake-duck--54163940tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/a4ae7948-95c8-3668-9331-9c56e8245e32Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:01:16 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about their post-vaccination musings; what they've learned, what's changed, and what they're looking forward to when lockdown ends for good. Plus, the pitfalls of going viral: why Chrissy Teigen's twitter exit, Cinnamon Toast Shrimp Guy and...3183false2086fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-week-s-scandals-in-the-world-of-fashion--54163925tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/281edebd-4c8e-3085-8f19-2fca24afa817Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:28:19 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo tackle the kerfuffle over Teen Vogue Editor-in-Chief Alexi McCammond's resignation over racist tweets, Dolce & Gabbana's racist and problematic history and why it's bad that they've returned to dominating the red carpet, and the Oscar...2786false2085fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sifting-through-the-rubble-with-meghan-harry-and-oprah--54163950tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/cfe887ce-2f23-3e03-b1c4-b6642a0d37d8Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:52:00 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo unpack all of the details and implications of the Oprah Winfrey interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, from the masterful image craft and media training, to what was said and unsaid in their replies, to the implied threats they made to...3061false2084fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navigating-the-painful-history-and-awful-legacy-of-it-s-a-sin--54163954tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/740176e2-aeb0-396e-a9a9-d01783e1e68eFri, 26 Feb 2021 19:14:38 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the HBO Max drama about the '80s AIDS crisis, "It's a Sin" from the perspective of two gay men who remember those days. A personal and historic journey through the worst years of recent queer history and a bit of an explanation of why...3821false2083fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-fight-over-meghan-and-harry--54163931tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/deb15606-db1b-3163-b6b9-df664c54c93bFri, 19 Feb 2021 18:36:57 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo debate/argue about all the latest news from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Are they hypocrites? Whiners? Justifiably pissed off? All of the above? PLUS: New York (Virtual) Fashion Week, why "WandaVision" should stick to its weekly release...3289false2082fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-britney-spears-reckoning--54163881tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/53d1b1e2-ca05-3dcf-ae97-be3c5714b023Fri, 12 Feb 2021 18:53:34 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the "Framing Britney Spears" documentary, celebrity culture, and how they had to reckon with their own blogging past. PLUS: A discussion on why "WandaVision" perfectly replicates a specific comic-reading experience, why you should...3353false2081fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/golden-globes-snubs-and-a-model-second-daughter--54163948tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/17eb81c7-e805-3add-9439-f65915775fabThu, 04 Feb 2021 18:19:44 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the disappointing and weird Golden Globes nominations and why they matter, even though they shouldn't. Plus: Ella Emhoff's big-time modeling contract and why they're not thrilled to see the second daughter cashing in so quickly, even...3518false2080fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-all-culture-becomes-junk-culture--54163952tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/bb2853f4-c935-328e-9406-08c94edd4ed9Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:35:25 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo talk about the "Sandman" casting news, celebrate the work of Cicely Tyson and Cloris Leachman, review "Call My Agent" and then bat around the question of what's happening to the culture after a year of lockdown. Are we consuming our culture like...2507false2079fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-politics-of-fashion--54163933tomandlorenzo.podbean.com/b98dcff0-afb4-33d1-b734-874c96223ec7Thu, 21 Jan 2021 18:41:42 +0000Tom LorenzoT Lo take a look at all the fashions of the Biden inauguration and explain exactly why talking about political fashion is both important and necessary.3125false2078full