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Hero or DickHero or Dick - S3., Ep. 4 - Joaquin PhoenixSend us a textWelcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! From a childhood spent in a controversial cult to becoming one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, Joaquin Phoenix’s story is anything but typical. In this episode, we explore his unconventional upbringing, the impact of his brother River, and how his past shaped his career and activism. We break down his method acting, his long-running fight for animal rights, and his relationship with Rooney Mara—all while debating whether he’s a misunderstood genius or just difficult. Join us for a deep dive into one of t...2025-02-2629 min
Deal SourceryData Snacks: The Unlock To Engaging Private Equity Prospects with Kate HopkinsKate Hopkins, Founder and CEO of OneGuide, joins hosts Matt Rooney and Dan Herr here today to explore the pivotal role of portfolio operations in private equity. Kate shares valuable insights into how portfolio ops teams not only enhance value for portfolio companies but also generate new deal flow and sourcing opportunities. By leveraging network content, building automated tech stacks, and hosting impactful events, private equity firms can optimize their portfolio operations to fuel growth and outperform competitors.The discussion emphasizes key strategies like using content and events to drive engagement, building efficient sourcing tech stacks, and...2024-10-0347 min
Pop Fiction WomenSide bar about being "too much", today's astrology, Nobody Wants This, The Wedding People, and Sally RooneySide bar about being "too much", today's astrology, Nobody Wants This, The Wedding People, and Sally Rooney2024-10-0230 min
The BookshelfWhat's the verdict on Sally Rooney's new novel Intermezzo?Many people have been awaiting the release of Intermezzo, the latest book by Irish writer Sally Rooney, which explores love, grief, growing up, playing chess, understanding and misunderstanding family...Kate and Cassie begin the show with this one, with additional input from millennial author Madeleine Gray. Also, under the sea with Richard Powers in his new novel Playground; and searching the American South with Gayl Jones in The Unicorn Woman, with guidance from historian Ethan Blue.BOOKSSally Rooney, Intermezzo, FaberRichard Powers, Playground, Hutchinson HeinemannGayl Jones, The Unicorn Woman...2024-09-2754 min
Lead with CultureCreating a Better Workplace with the Dream Manager Program featuring Courtney Rooney"I think we get caught up in the busyness of life. And I know obviously business and work is important, but just to stop for a little bit and take time for yourself and feel like you want to better yourself is a gift."In this episode of Lead with Culture, host Kate Volman is joined by Courtney Rooney, the Dream Manager at KLN Family Brands, to discuss the transformative Dream Manager program and its powerful impact on work culture and employee well-being.In their conversation, Courtney shares how the Dream Manager program has helped...2024-08-1331 min
Your Truth Shared#92 - Will We Ever Bid Farewell to One-Dimensional Leadership with Kate RooneyWhat is going on with leadership right now? Will we ever bid farewell to one-dimensional, dinosaur-style leadership? Joining Finola this week is Kate Rooney, an excellent leadership coach from The OnLegs Agency, to discuss the persistent challenges of modern corporate leadership. Kate brings a wealth of knowledge from her early retail management days when she prioritised team dynamics over hitting KPIs.
Together, Kate and Finola unpack the significance of vulnerability, navigate power dynamics in leadership, and explore the magical ripple effect that can happen when supportive environments are created. They also delve into transforming teams through honest...2024-07-1045 min
Squawk PodBaltimore’s Bridge, a “Retirement Crisis,” Doughnuts & Fries 03/26/24Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key bridge partially collapsed after being hit by a cargo ship; NBC’s Tom Costello is on the ground in Baltimore with details. In Florida, the state has banned social media for children under 14, regardless of guardian consent. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is warning America: a retirement crisis is coming. The Wall Street Journal’s Chief Economics Commentator Greg Ip discusses the slow creep of politics into American boardrooms, as well as the similarities between the U.S. economic trajectory and China’s. Plus, McDonald’s will sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts nationwide, cocoa prices are rising, and K...2024-03-2627 min
Novel ExperienceS8 Ep6 Madeleine Gray author of Green DotAuthor and Journalist, Madeleine Gray, author of GREEN DOT.Madeleine chats about:Writing to celebrate the mistressHer background working as an arts critic and booksellerHer PHD and how it might relate to her debut novelWhat she thinks about the label ‘Sad Girl Novel’Madeleine’s reading recommendations:Luster by Raven LeilaniAsymmetry by Lisa HallidayConversations With Friends by Sally RooneyExciting Times by Naoise DolanThis Happy by Niamh CampbellHow to be Both by Ali SmithDress Rehearsals by Madison GodfreyG...2024-02-0659 min
The Tracy Sandler ShowWhat We Learned About the 49ers in the Divisional Round with Anchor and Reporter at KRON4, Kate RooneyThe San Francisco 49ers squeaked by the Packers in the Divisional Round, but now the Detroit Lions are heading to Santa Clara for the NFC Championship, and it's about to get even tougher. On this episode of The Tracy Sandler Show, Anchor and Reporter at KRON4, Kate Rooney, stops by to talk about what the 49ers need to clean up, and stat, to make it to the Super Bowl. It's a great one, so subscribe, rate, review and enjoy!
2024-01-2332 min
The Lives and Styles of Old HollywoodAva GardnerScreen Legend and Iconic Party Girl
She is often referred to as one of the most glamorous actresses to have ever grazed the big screen. Her marriages to stars like Mikey Rooney and Frank Sinatra made headlines just as much as her legendary beauty.
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Your Mom™Ep. 56: Niners' reporter Kate Rooney joins Your Mom™Our first guest for season two is YourMom™’s biggest fan: Kate Rooney, a sports anchor for KRON4 in San Francisco and mom of two adorable kiddos: Harlow and Brady. Kate and Ashley forged a tight bond over a decade ago during the launch of the Pac-12 Network. While Kate’s sports broadcasting career might have begun because of a hiring mix-up (full story on the pod), she’s proven that she’s a formidable talent in the field. As the host of the weekly 49ers show, “The Red and Gold Zone,” she frequently interviews Christian and was able to con...2023-12-1953 min
True StrideEP167: Less Hustle, More LoveWhen big life events show up, it’s easy to feel like the clock is ticking and there’s not enough time. In reality, what matters most is our energy and where we decide to place our energy. This episode talks about living with less hustle and more love. My mom did an amazing job raising four girls who were all super active. My sisters and I were always busy running around for sports and other hobbies, but my mom was really smart about helping us manage it all. She knew how to conserve energy for the thin...2023-12-0718 min
The Real Sport Science PodcastS1:E2 - Wintering | Building athletes in winter - Ft. Olympian and pole vault coach - Kate Rooney Welcome back to episode 2 of our series on Wintering and we cannot wait to have you listen to our interview with two time olympian and world athletics finalist Kate Rooney (former Dennison). Kate talked about olympics, winter training as an athlete and her development as a pole vault coach. What does she need to consider during wintering training, how does he manage different athletes needs, and how is she developing as a coach. There are so many nuggets in this episode you do not want to miss it! Make sure that you listen, like and SHARE this episode! We...2023-11-2858 min
Get My JobSports Anchor and Reporter at KRON4, Kate RooneyHello Fangirl Nation! We have an awesome episode of Get My Job, as Tracy is joined by Sports Anchor and Reporter at KRON4, Kate Rooney. Kate takes us through her career journey and talks about finding her unique perspective. She also shares a day in her very busy, but very rewarding life, talks constructive criticism and so much more! It's a great one, so subscribe, rate, review and enjoy!
2023-11-1639 minSquawk PodGuilty on All Counts: The Fall & Fraud of SBF 11/3/23Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty on all 7 criminal charges he faced in the weeks-long trial that captivated Wall Street and Main Street. CNBC’s Kate Rooney reports on the prison-time the FTX founder is facing (a maximum of 115 years), and the evidence that got him there. The SEC’s former Internet Enforcement Chief John Stark explains what the verdict means for crypto regulation going forward. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg discusses the UAW’s deals with American automakers after negotiations finally ended a six-week strike. He discusses aviation’s biggest challenges, American infrastructure, and investing in autonomous vehicles. Plus, Kraft Heinz is...2023-11-0337 min
Reality Life with Kate CaseyEp. - 819 - COLEEN ROONEY: THE REAL WAGATHA STORY MILLI VANILLI REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLSDescription:Kate discusses Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story, a three-part docuseries on Hulu. Coleen Rooney becomes an amateur web sleuth to figure out why private information about herself and her family kept turning up in the media, exposing one of the greatest tabloid news stories in Britain. Kate also discusses the documentary Milli Vanilli on Paramount+, and this week’s episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills on Bravo. Reality Life with Kate CaseyMust Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.comPatr...2023-11-0329 minSquawk PodUAW Strikes Resolved & Presidential Nominees Nearly Set 10/31/23After more than six weeks, the United Auto Workers union strikes have finally come to an end, though the tentative agreements must still be ratified by union members. Abroad, the World Bank is warning that oil prices could soar if the Israel-Hamas War expands. Stateside, PIMCO’s Head of US Policy Libby Cantrill is telling her clients that the Presidential nominees are likely already set, and they’re familiar faces for American voters. Plus, an update on the two biggest courtroom dramas this week: Sundar Pichai’s testimony before the DoJ and Sam Bankman-Fried, grilled by prosecutors in his fraud tri...2023-10-3131 minSquawk PodWill.i.am & Inventor Dean Kamen on STEM, AI, & Bots 10/27/23Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried testified in his own trial–without jurors. CNBC’s Kate Rooney was in the courtroom, and she shares details of what he said and how the judge responded. Former SEC Commissioner and attorney Jay Clayton joins to discuss the strategy of SBF’s defense team. Check out Andrew Ross Sorkin’s interview with Sam Bankman-Fried at the beginning of the saga–when he was still in the Bahamas! Plus, in a conversation you’ll only hear on this podcast, Andrew Ross Sorkin speaks with singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Will.i.am and inventor and philanthropist D...2023-10-2734 minSquawk PodBill Ackman Lights a SPARC & Sam Bankman-Fried Heads to Court 10/02/23Crisis averted! For 45 days? Congress narrowly avoids a government shutdown, coming up with a weekend deal to fund the government at its current level until November 17th. But the drama doesn’t end with the deal, as Republican members of the House want to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy over working with Democrats. Bill Ackman, Pershing Square Capital Management founder and CEO, discusses his new SPARC, a unique kind of SPAC that allows investors to know which company the vehicle is acquiring before they pledge funds. Ackman weighs in on potential interest in Elon Musk’s X, the state of the U.S...2023-10-0240 min
Pop Fiction WomenPop Fiction Women & DTTM: Complicated Conversations SeriesWe're publishing our favorite interview with Caitlin of the Don't Talk To Me podcast from Summer 2022. Caitlin gets us to open up about our lives beyond the podcast, our creative endeavors (the first time Carinn spoke publicly about The Astrology House, long before she had an agent or publishing contract!), and our shared love of Taylor Swift and Sally Rooney.Music by Lesfm via Pixabay. Learn more and find out how you can be on the show at donttalktomepod.com.
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Novel ExperienceS5 Ep7 Jamie Fewery author of The BrinkJamie Fewery, author of OUR LIFE IN A DAY, THE WAY BACK and the just about to be published THE BRINK a rom-com told in reverse about a couple on the brink of divorce.Jamie chats about:Being part of the marketing team who made Fifty Shades of Grey go stratospheric, and what it taught him about being published himselfHow the first novel he went on submission with wasn’t the book he first published but was what got him a publisherBeing a man who writes about relationships in a market and how those books are his preference to...2023-05-161h 22
Ignorance Was Bliss474 -- Better for Having Played -- with Jay RooneyAre games just a way to pass the time, or might they be the key to solving some serious interpersonal and international problems?Guest: Jay Ronney, Game and Word (newsletter and podcast)—-----------------Promo: Intergalactic CandycastDisclaimer: Edward, OctoberpodArt: Erin SchwartzMusic: Jake Pierle -- https://jakepierle.bandcamp.com/—-----------------Ignorance Was Bliss online: https://linktr.ee/iwbpodcastSponsor: Bath By Bex (code CBDkate for 25% off)Sponsor: Komuso Design (code bliss15 for 15% off)2023-05-0548 min
Athletics Life StoriesKate Dennison (Rooney)Kate Dennison was the standard bearer for women’s pole vaulting in the UK. She set multiple national records in 2009 and 2010, taking over from Janine Whitlock as the foremost British athlete in the fledgling event and handing on the mantle to Holly Bradshaw. A world and European finalist, she is also a Commonwealth Games medallist. She competed in the same era as all-time great Yelena Isinbeyeva and represented Team GB at two Olympic Games. She has since gone on to be a successful coach and is of course, married to decorated 400m runner Martyn Rooney. She gives a fascinating in...2023-02-2050 min
Big Technology PodcastCrypto After FTX — With Kate RooneyKate Rooney is a star reporter at CNBC who covers crypto. She's reported deeply on crypto exchange FTX's collapse and spent time with its disgraced ex-CEO — Sam Bankman-Fried — in the Bahamas. Rooney joins Big Technology Podcast for a discussion about what happens to crypto now that its promise of 'trustless' finance has crumbled. Join us for a deep discussion of the industry's future, the responsibility for journalists covering it, and the lessons from the collapse. If you're enjoying Big Technology Podcast, please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice.For weekly updates on the show, s...2023-01-1157 minSquawk PodTwitter’s ‘Mistakes,’ Tesla’s Slide, & Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian 12/14/22Since Elon Musk took over Twitter, Tesla’s stock has suffered a slide. Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is speaking out about his own experience leading the social media company; Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin consider the tricky cocktail of leadership, moderation, and innovation that Twitter demands from its executives, and whether the strain on Tesla is fleeting. FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is in custody in the Bahamas, and CNBC’s Kate Rooney reports on what’s next for the bankrupt exchange and its former CEO. Rival crypto exchange Binance is under scrutiny as Wall Street and regul...2022-12-1431 min
Literární tlacháníKdepak jsi, krásný světe (s obalem)Tohle Literární tlachání je určené pro čtenáře, kteří Kdepak jsi, krásný světe od Sally Rooney zatím nečetli, třeba ji teprve drží v ruce, podívali se na přebal a očima přelétli anotaci...2022-12-0610 minReality Life with Kate CaseyEp. - 563 - WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK WITH KATE CASEYKate discusses what to watch this week including A Friend of the Family: True Evil (Peacock), Santa Camp (HBO Max), I Am Vanessa Guillen (Netflix), and Vardy vs Rooney: The Wagatha Trial (Discovery+). This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KATECASEY and get on your way to being your best self.” Reality Life with Kate CaseyPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyCameo: https://cameo.com/katecaseyTwitter: https://twitter.com/katecaseyI...2022-11-1512 min
Literární tlacháníKdepak jsi, krásný světe (bez obalu)Tentokrát je Literární tlachání určené pro čtenáře, kteří z Kdepak jsi, krásný světe od Sally Rooney už sundali obal (aby se jim v tašce či batohu nepomačkal) a mají knihu rozečtenou, v nejlepším případě už dočtenou.2022-11-0836 min
Pop Fiction Women'Drunk on Love' & Jasmine GuilloryWe’re talking about New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory’s new novel, Drunk on Love! If you haven’t listened to our spoiler-free interview with Jasmine yet, check it out now. If you’ve read the book then listen to this because we still have so much to discuss!
*After we gush about what a feel good novel this is, we discuss our complicated woman, Margot. (04:14)
* We also can’t skip over her love interest, Luke, who has a traditionally feminine journey in this book. He’s lost, trying to find himself both personally and professionally and we’re totally her...2022-09-271h 05
WARR Media Podcasts2nd City Sports on SportZone Chicago: Pennant Chases; NFL Week 1; Big Time GuestsKate Rooney of KRON4 News in the Bay Area, WGN's own Jarrett Payton and "The Superback" himself, Shawn Sierra, all join the show as we go big in previewing the Bears-49ers matchup and complete our NFL divisional previews with Rooney giving her takes on the NFC West while Payton talks about the Bears, Miami and his career and Shawn makes a big announcement about upcoming NFL coverage on SZC's morning show.
And if you think the guests stop there, you don't know our Friday shows well, as we bring back our weekly NFL picks with our...2022-09-102h 19
Pop Fiction WomenAnnabel Monaghan & 'Nora Goes Off Script": Complicated ConversationsIn today’s Complicated Conversation we are joined by Annabel Monaghan, author of Nora Goes Off Script, this summer’s endearing, heart-warming rom com novel!
* We talk to a lot of lawyers turned authors, but Annabel was an investment banker who took the long road to realizing her childhood dream of becoming a writer. Carinn and Annabel really relate about following their joy! (01:31)
* Listen to hear how Annabel had to write almost 100 pages before she really got to know her protagonist, Nora, and what that has to do with the Hallmark channel! (05:50)
* We love how Annabel created a character in Nora...2022-08-0934 min
Hard In The PaintAaron "Showtime" Taylor speaks with Kate Rooney From KRON4 Sports hours before the Mavericks v. Warriors finalsFor 26 years, I called basketball games inside of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. No one had heard me outside of a prison yard until the Golden State Warriors came inside of San Quentin State Prison and then Coach Jackson said “I know some guys at ESPN that would be worried about their job if they heard you.”No one knew who I was until Marcus Thompson of Theathletic.com wrote about me on his visit to the prison in 2017.And no one saw me until the movie “Q Ball” was shown during the shutdown due to coronavirus. Now, I'm...2022-07-2528 min
KulturákKdo mluví o přátelství líp - Stranger Things, nebo Sally Rooney?Mileniálové mají v květnu televizní žně. Kulturák řeší dva nové seriály z produkce Netflixu a HBO o komplikovaných vztazích a démonech z paralelních světů.„Docela ti závidím, žes ten seriál ještě neviděla,“ říká v podcastu Jonáš Zbořil Janě Patočkové o Stranger Things, sci-fi senzaci z produkce Netflixu, která se poprvé představila v roce 2016 a stala se nepravděpodobnou vlajkovou lodí této streamovací platformy.„Ospalé městečko Hawkins v americké Indianě ohrožují paranormální jevy, zachránit ho musí parta děcek na kolech. Jestli máš...2022-06-0727 min
Pop Fiction WomenLauren McBrayer & 'Like A House On Fire': Complicated Conversations SeriesOn today’s episode of Complicated Conversations, we are thrilled to be talking with Lauren McBrayer about her adult debut novel, Like A House On Fire.
** Lauren begins by telling us about how this novel helped her write a more authentic version of herself. She shares an amazing story of how the novel came to be and what her metaphorical death and the books of Dani Shapiro and Sally Rooney have in common with that. (03:30)
** Merit, the protagonist of the novel, is not Lauren, but she tells us about the moment she realized she was writing about herself – not so much...2022-05-2446 min
Pop Fiction WomenConversations With Friends Recap, Ep 3-5 - Pop Fiction WomenA new angle on Sally Rooney's content, the show puts Bobbi and Frances front and center.
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Pop Fiction Women'Conversations With Friends' & Sally RooneyIn this episode we are discussing Sally Rooney’s 2017 debut novel, Conversations With Friends, a story about two college students and the strange, unexpected connection they forge with a married couple. Like all Sally Rooney novels, we have so many questions: What is a friend? What is a conversation? Can you love more than one person? Is second choice love really love? What is a relationship? What does it mean for a relationship to work out? How do we heal ourselves? How do we find ourselves through love? There is one thing Sally Rooney engenders for us…and that is lots...2022-05-081h 40
Real Sports Podcast“Bitcoin Beach“ with Kate RooneyHost Max Gershberg is joined by Kate Rooney of CNBC to examine the surfing hotspot El Zonte, a rustic beach town on the shore of El Salvador that is attempting to rebuild their economy around Bitcoin and reimagine how it’s used in their daily lives. Kate Rooney weighs in on El Salvador serving as a test cast for the financial world, and what Bitcoin’s future might look like.
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The Sports VirusKRON-TV SPORTS ANCHOR/REPORTER KATE ROONEY ON 49ERS, WARRIORS, MLB AND HER CAREERKate Rooney tells us why the 49ers are playing so well ahead of the Thursday night game in Nashville. She also gives us an update on Klay Thompson and the Warriors. Plus, we get into all of the details of Kate's career which included a stint covering high school sports and minor league baseball.
2021-12-2333 min
You Know How to LiveWho Are You Being Good For? (with Sophia Benoit)Today's guest of You Know How to Live is Sophia Benoit! Sophia Benoit's new memoir, Well, This Is Exhausting, was named a Best Book of the Month by Vogue, Good Morning America, Fortune, Goodreads, and more. Benoit is a writer and comedian who grew up in Missouri and was correctly voted “Most Likely to Never Come Back.” She writes sex and relationship advice for GQ and Bustle and has had bylines in Allure, Refinery29, The Cut, The Guardian, and more.
In this episode, Sophia shares how she became a writer and what it was like to live out...2021-12-0836 min
BROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996B'WAY HR 96 anneMEARA babaraBARRIE rueMcCLANAHAN live music+morehow #96 originally taped January 26, 1995 for WPAT-930AM Radio **AUDIO ONLY PRGRAM - A RADIO PRODUCTION** Host: LARRY SUTTON of the New York Daily News today's guests:From "Sam's Funky 50s Funhouse" stars: Sam Riegel, Danny Girard, Jed Cohen, Sean DooleyThe stars of Jesus Christ Superstar: Ted Neeley (Jesus) + Carl Anderson (Judas)Anne Meara the incredibly gifted comedienne-actress is known for her efforts alongside husband-comedian, Jerry Stiller; together, they were 'Stiller and Meara'. The...2021-12-0854 min
Pop Fiction WomenSally Rooney's Beautiful World, Where Are You? read-a-long recap #4, p. 248-endOur fourth and final installment of our read-along recaps covers pages 247 through the end of Beautiful World, Where Are You. We’re so sad to say goodbye to our Sally Sundays and the conversations her novel prompts for us!
** We’ve both turned the corner on Simon & Eileen. We start with Lola’s wedding, in what Kate declares as her favorite chapter in the entire novel. It reads like a cinematic montage of the deep history of these two friends and lovers and provides clues to the dynamics of their relationship that will play out through-out the rest of the novel...2021-09-261h 18
Pop Fiction WomenSally Rooney's Beautiful World, Where Are You? read-a-long recap #3, p.147-247We’re back with what we’re calling “the middle and the miscommunications” in our “Sally Sundays”. We have your read-along recap of pages 147-247 of Beautiful World, Where Are You.
** Speaking of miscommunication, we start by discussing Simon & Eileen’s will they or won’t they saga. We play armchair psychologists and analyze Eileen’s daddy issues and how it impacts her relationship with Simon. These two continue to confound us. (01:00)
** Eileen keeps insisting she just wants to be friends with Simon, whereas he is trying to be direct. We discuss why Eileen puts up her barriers to vulnerability and whether we thin...2021-09-191h 21
Pop Fiction WomenSally Rooney's 'Beautiful World, Where Are You?' read-a-long recap #2, p.47-146** After our brains cool off, we dive into the next section of our read-a-long recap, starting with what we’re loving about the very particular attraction between Alice and Felix. They push each other out of their comfort zones simply by being themselves. (01:30).
** Alice and Felix talk about their past mistakes and forgiveness, which helps Carinn clarify what she loves about the thin line between love and hate. And because it’s Sally Rooney, it is subtle and nuanced and totally illuminating. (08:40)
** Alice & Eileen’s emails are messing with our heads in the best possible way. We start by talking about h...2021-09-121h 07
Pop Fiction WomenSally Rooney's 'Beautiful World, Where Are You?' read-a-long recap #1, p 1-47After we get past our overwhelming excitement and fear of opening our advance reader copy of Sally Rooney’s much anticipated new novel, Beautiful World, Where Are You, we dive into this introductory, spoiler-free, hype episode to discuss the first three chapters. We’re recapping this book so join us along the way!
** We start at the beginning, with Alice and Felix (who we may or may not have nicknamed “Alix”), and discuss that awkward and unexpected first date, which has us pondering the classic Sally Rooney “will they or won’t they” chemistry. (06:30)
** Let’s talk about the emails. The email corres...2021-09-0655 min
4 Pfoten, 2 Beine & 1000 Fragen - mit Madita van Hülsen und Kate Kitchenham20. Hörer:innen-Fragen: unsichere & reaktive Tierschutzhunde, Anspringen, Hund im Bett und Maulkorbtraining für Bahnfahrten
Auch in dieser Folge beantworten wir Fragen, die uns von Hörerinnen und Hörern gestellt wurden. Zum Beispiel, wie man einem Hund an einen Kinderwagen oder den Maulkorb gewöhnen kann, ob Hunde ins Bett und uns anspringen dürfen und wie wir unsicheren und reaktiven Tierschutzhunden dabei helfen können, selbstbewusster und entspannter zu werden. Viel Spaß beim Zuhören!Bücher & Studien:Rooney, N.J., S. Cowan (2011): Training methods and owner-dog interactions: Links with dog behaviour and learning ability. Von der Leyen, K., 2017: Die zweite Chance. Hunde mit Vergangenheit. Kitchenham, 2019: Hunde (mit Tipps zu...2021-09-0433 min
The Book Club ReviewKate and Laura answer your questionsIn celebration of our 100th episode we turn the spotlight on ourselves a little more than usual to answer listeners' questions. From our favourite childhood reads to the books that shaped us as adults, from books which kept us up all night to books we disagree on (with a shocking mid-show revelation from Laura that threatens to derail the whole discussion), listen in to learn more about us as readers and how we came to make the podcast. Find our full show notes for this episode plus archive of all our past shows on our website, follow u...2021-07-1748 min
BROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996BONUS Mickey Rooney plays pre-show piano August 12,1993Engineer-Chris Breetveld2021-07-1401 min
BROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996B'WAY HR 23 mickeyROONEY/ warrenVACHE'quartet/ donSCARDINOShow #23 originally taped August 12, 1993 for WEVD-AM Radio **AUDIO ONLY PRGRAM - A RADIO PRODUCTION** Host: STEWART KLEIN- FOX 5 New York TV - Theatre and Film Critic today's guests:MICKEY ROONEY - the one and only!the WARREN VACHE' QUARTET performing live jazzDON SCARDINO - Director, Playrights Horizons ______________________________________________________________________ Taped at the SHERATON HOTEL & TOWERS, 53rd & 7th Ave. New York Cityin THE LOBBY COURT LOUNGE . . . . . . "overlooking scenic 7th avenue"Creator...2021-07-1352 minBROADWAY HOUR-Sheraton NY Hotel & Towers 1993-1996"Mouse Story" from Mickey Rooney conversation: August 12, 1993 | From Broadway Hour show#23 | 12-Aug-1993 | Mickey Rooney | Warren Vache Quartet* | | Don Scardinocomplete show coming soon/2021-07-0901 min
4 Pfoten, 2 Beine & 1000 Fragen - mit Madita van Hülsen und Kate Kitchenham13. Spielen mit Menschen!
Viele von uns reagieren verschüchtert, wenn sie plötzlich aufgefordert werden, mit ihrem Hund spielen zu sollen – immerhin ist es ziemlich lange her, dass sie über Wiesen gerannt und gerollt sind. Aber ist es überhaupt gut und richtig, mit Hunden albern und körperlich zu spielen? Ja, das sollten wir nicht verpassen, denn ausgelassen spielen mit Hund macht sehr glücklich & kann die Bindung enorm befeuern! Was wir mit Hunden aus dem Tierschutz und mit unterschiedlichen Persönlichkeiten beachten sollten und mit welchen Mythen rund ums Spielen endlich mal aufgeräumt werden muss – hier erfahrt ihr mehr darüber.Bü...2021-07-0337 min
4 Pfoten, 2 Beine & 1000 Fragen - mit Madita van Hülsen und Kate Kitchenham12.Spielen mit Artgenossen!
Spiel hat eine wichtige Aufgabe: es soll Spaß machen! Doch ganz heimlich, nebenbei, lernen wir dabei fürs Leben. Hunde verfeinern dabei genau wie Menschenkinder ihre Fähigkeit zur Kommunikation, spielen das echte Leben nach, werden reaktionsschnell, fit und stressresistent. Damit sich all diese positiven Effekte einstellen können, muss aber von uns Menschen einiges beachtet werden. Wie wir unsere Hunde dabei unterstützen können, zu sehr klugen, empathischen und sozial flexiblen Wesen zu werden, das erfahrt Ihr in dieser Folge von „Vier Pfoten, zwei Beine & 1000 Fragen“. Bücher & StudienKäufer, 2011: Spielverhalten bei Hunden: Spie...2021-06-2639 min
Creatives Are The WorstRuPaulRuPaul Andre Charles was born in San Diego, California, before moving to Atlanta, Georgia at the age of 15 to study in the performing arts.
After contributing to several smaller creative projects over the years, he finally broke through to the mainstream with the dance hit “Supermodel (You Better Work)” in 1993.
RuPaul would go on to become the most famous drag queen in the world, an Emmy award-winning host of multiple hit television shows, and a bonafide household name.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is RuPaul the worst?2021-06-1550 min
Creatives Are The WorstFleetwood MacFleetwood Mac was formed in London in 1967; the brainchild of guitarist Peter Green and drummer Mick Fleetwood.
They would record several albums and endure countless personnel changes before guitarist Lindsey Buckingham and singer Stevie Nicks would eventually join in 1974.
This lineup would lead the band to worldwide success and widespread acclaim, but their creative environment was anything but healthy. Addiction, drama, infidelity, and “rumours” seemed to follow them wherever they went.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Fleetwood Mac the worst?2021-06-011h 09
Creatives Are The WorstSalvador DalíSalvador Domingo Felipe Jacinto Dalí i Domènech was born in Figueres, Spain in 1904.
He began painting at a young age, but after embracing the surreal, he would become one of the most famous artists of the 20th century, known simply as Salvador Dalí.
His bizarre paintings made him a global phenomenon, but his eccentric behavior and wild personality would leave an even stranger legacy long after his death.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Salvador Dalí the worst?2021-05-2557 min
Creatives Are The WorstSpace MountainWhen Walt Disney first approached designer John Hench in 1964 with the idea for a futuristic thrill ride, they had no idea that they would be creating one of the most popular and enduring theme park attractions of all time.
After 9 years of development, Space Mountain would finally open in 1975, and it continues to amaze guests around the world to this day.
This week's episode is an in-depth look at the development and legacy of one of the most magical theme park attractions in history; Space Mountain.2021-05-1829 min
4 Pfoten, 2 Beine & 1000 Fragen - mit Madita van Hülsen und Kate Kitchenham5. Hundebegegnungen – der alltägliche Wahnsinn oder toll?
Eigentlich hatten wir uns das so schön vorgestellt – wir gehen mit unserem Hund spazieren, treffen andere Hunde und alle verstehen sich super. Doch die Realität sieht oft stressig aus: nicht alle anderen Hunde und Hundehalter sind nett, es gibt Rüpel, Ignoranten und sehr viele Besserwisser. Wie aber kann ich mich möglichst entspannt durch diese Begegnungen schiffen und meinem Hund gleichzeitig ermöglichen, Erfahrungen sammeln und entspannt Kontakte zu anderen Hunden pflegen zu können? Hier erfahrt Ihr, wie das klappen kann! Bücher & StudienBekoff, M. & Pierce, J., 2919: Unleashing Your Dog...2021-05-0834 min
Creatives Are The WorstJohn HughesJohn Wilden Hughes Jr. was a quiet kid from a Midwestern town, who would become one of the most prolific filmmakers in American history.
He began his career at an ad agency before he got his first creative break as a writer for National Lampoon magazine.
Hughes would go on to create a string of films that defined American cinema including Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Home Alone, and many more.
He would retire from the public eye before his untimely death in 2009, but questions about his legacy still linger today.
This week, we’re aski...2021-05-041h 19
Creatives Are The WorstGhostbusters“Who you gonna call?”
In 1984, a Hollywood studio took a massive risk, spending millions of dollars on an ambitious science-fiction comedy film.
Ghostbusters was the brainchild of Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis, who starred in the film alongside SNL alumni Bill Murray.
Director Ivan Reitman would bring the script to life, filming iconic scenes throughout New York City, on an extremely tight production schedule.
The result was unlike any comedy created before or since and is widely considered to be one of the greatest films of all time.
This week’s episode is all about how “lightning in a bottle” was captur...2021-04-2741 min
Creatives Are The WorstNSYNCIn the late 1990s, boy bands ruled the world, and one band, in particular, was tearin’ up our hearts.
Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass collectively formed NSYNC, one of the top selling artists of the 20th century.
After years of chart-topping success, they said “Bye Bye Bye” to their manager Lou Pearlman in a highly publicized legal battle before breaking up and going their separate ways.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is NSYNC the worst?2021-04-201h 244 Pfoten, 2 Beine & 1000 Fragen - mit Madita van Hülsen und Kate Kitchenham1. Wie finde ich eine gute Hundeschule?
Als Hunde-Neuling hat man es nicht leicht: meist gibt es in der näheren Umgebung gleich mehrere Hundeschulen, die alle mit dem Prädikat „gewaltfrei“ und „positive Verstärkung“ werben. Und doch gibt es große qualitative Unterschiede, die auf den ersten Blick oft nicht so schnell erkennbar sind. Und nicht jede Herangehensweise passt zu den unterschiedlichen Bedürfnissen der jeweiligen Hund-Mensch-Teams, was man spätestens merkt, wenn man auf dem Hundeplatz steht und sich beim Training nicht wohl fühlt. Wie ihr euch unnötige Irrwege erspart und woran ihr eine gute Hundeschule erkennen könnt, die zu euch und eurem Hu...2021-04-1033 min
Creatives Are The WorstPurple RainWe’re doing something a little bit different on today’s podcast.
We’ve talked about a lot of unique creative people on this show in the past, but we thought it would be fun to take a deeper look into the process and history behind some of our favorite artists’ most iconic creations.
This week, we are purifying ourselves in the waters of Lake Minnetonka once again, as we take another glimpse into the life of the mystifying purple one, Prince.
This episode is all about his most ambitious project, the groundbreaking 1984 song, album, and film of the same name; Pu...2021-04-0634 minCreatives Are The WorstSkip BaylessJohn Edward "Skip" Bayless is a larger-than-life sports personality and the kind of guy that you love to hate.
He first rose to prominence as a sportswriter in the Dallas area, and gained notoriety for penning salacious tell-all books about one of America's most popular sports teams; the Dallas Cowboys.
It wasn't long before his controversial opinions made their way to television, where his outlandish "hot takes" would turn into a ratings gold mine and make him one of the highest-paid media personalities in the world.
This week, we're asking the question: Is Skip Bayless the worst?2021-03-231h 16The Book Club ReviewThe Little Library Cookbooks with Kate YoungWhat is a reader's dream cookbook? One that has delicious recipes but also a wealth of literary references to inspire your next read? It turns out these books exist! With her Little Library series of cookbooks Kate Young has carved out a particular niche intertwining her love of food with the books that have inspired her and shaped her life. And so you might find a recipe for French Toast inspired by Maria Semple’s comic novel Where d’You Go Bernadette? or lemon verbena lemonade to accompany the perfect picnic inspired by Charles Ryder and Sebastian Flyte lounging on t...2021-03-1933 minCreatives Are The WorstOprah WinfreyOprah Gail Winfrey is the undisputed “Queen of All Media”, a talk show host, actress, and media mogul.
Despite her tumultuous upbringing in rural Mississippi, she rose through the ranks of daytime TV, and for 25 years, she hosted The Oprah Winfrey Show, one of the most popular and critically-acclaimed talk shows in history.
The success of her show, as well as her production company Harpo Studios, would make her one of the most influential women in the world, and the first black multi-billionaire.
With great influence, comes great responsibility, and Oprah has rightly been criticized for giving a platform to ques...2021-03-161h 20
Creatives Are The WorstGordon RamsayGordon James Ramsay was once a promising young soccer player before a serious injury forced him to give up on the sport that he loved.
Soon, he would shift his focus to the kitchen, and a meteoric rise to the top of the culinary world would begin.
Ramsay would become one of the most recognizable chefs in history, launching critically acclaimed restaurants around the world and a slew of hit television shows including Hell’s Kitchen, Kitchen Nightmares, MasterChef, and more.
He would also gain a reputation for his hair-trigger temper, coarse language, and appetite for confrontation.
This week, we’re a...2021-03-091h 19
Lights, Camera, GrowThinking Outside the Jar (with Kate Rooney and Jess Guffey, Branding Team, Design Pickle)What do you get when you mix marketing, singing pickles, and Oompa Loompas? No, it’s not a fever dream. It’s actually a co-branded marketing strategy that you’ll hear all about in this episode of Lights, Camera Grow.Kate Rooney and Jess Guffey, Brand Director and Director of Brand Partnerships respectively at Design Pickle, gave us a dill-ightful peek at how a content company makes their OWN content, including their buzz-worthy podcast called “Creatives are the Worst.”2021-03-0439 min
Creatives Are The WorstMarilyn MonroeNorma Jean Baker was living as a mild-mannered housewife in Southern California before a chance encounter would propel her to superstardom.
A successful career as a fashion model would give way to an opportunity to star in films, and a new stage name: Marilyn Monroe.
Marilyn would become a bonafide icon: a slice of Americana, a scandalous sex symbol, and the face of Hollywood’s golden age.
Her personal life was turbulent, with multiple failed marriages and high-profile love affairs. She eventually spiraled into addiction, before her untimely death at the age of 36.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is M...2021-03-021h 10Creatives Are The WorstTexas Storm AnnouncementWe put a lot of time and energy into researching and producing every one of our episodes, and unfortunately the historic winter storm that rocked the state of Texas has impacted our ability to create a new episode this week.
We'll be back next week with a brand new episode, and until then we can confidently say that power outages are the WORST.2021-02-2300 min
Creatives Are The WorstCarrie FisherCarrie Frances Fisher was born into Hollywood royalty, the daughter of actress Debbie Reynolds and singer Eddie Fisher.
It was no surprise then when she was cast in the iconic role of Princess Leia in the 1977 film Star Wars, a performance that would define her for the rest of her life.
In the decades that followed, she openly battled addiction and mental illness, while simultaneously carving out a unique career path as a writer and “script doctor” before her untimely death in 2016.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Carrie Fisher the worst?2021-02-161h 08
Creatives Are The WorstPhil SpectorHarvey Phillip Spector was widely considered to be the first true auteur record producer.
His trademark “Wall of Sound” can be heard on albums by The Beatles, The Ramones, The Righteous Brothers, The Ronettes, and so many more.
Artists like Brian Wilson and John Lennon have called him “the greatest record producer of all time”, but a chaotic personal life and penchant for violence were simmering beneath the surface.
It would all culminate in 2003, when actress Lana Clarkson was found dead from a single gunshot wound in Spector’s home.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Phil Spector the worst?
...2021-02-091h 05
Creatives Are The WorstJohnny CashJohnny Cash was “The Man in Black”, a trailblazing country musician, who famously penned songs of outlaws and redemption.
He is one of the best-selling songwriters of all-time, and his songs have earned him a place in the country, rock & roll, and gospel halls of fame.
His personal life was not without its own tribulations, though.
His outlaw image was well-substantiated through years of hard drug use, marital woes, and run-ins with the law.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Johnny Cash the worst?2021-02-021h 06
Creatives Are The WorstMartha StewartMartha Stewart is one of the most recognizable media figures in American history.
Following a successful modeling career in her teenage years, and a brief stint as a stockbroker, Martha would rise to fame in the 1980s to become the face of homemaking in the United States and around the world.
From there, a true media empire was born, with bestselling books, magazines, television shows, and merchandise all bearing her name.
Her image as the perfect homemaker would come unraveled in 2004 when she was convicted of insider trading and sentenced to five months in federal prison.
This week, we’re as...2021-01-261h 07
Creatives Are The WorstHoward SternHoward Allan Stern is the self-proclaimed “King of All Media”.
Not only is he the highest-paid radio personality of all time, but he is also a bestselling author and television host, with a cult-like audience of millions.
His penchant for pushing the envelope has drawn people to tune into his show for decades to find out what he was going to say next.
The success has not come without controversy, though.
His offensive and lowbrow material, along with a history of public feuds and burnt bridges have us asking the question: is Howard Stern the worst?2021-01-191h 07
Creatives Are The WorstEddie MurphyEdward Murphy is without a doubt one of the most successful comics in history.
Despite his turbulent upbringing in Brooklyn, NY, his rise to superstardom was positively meteoric.
After joining the cast of Saturday Night Live at the age of 19, he would become one of America's biggest box office attractions, starring in films and stand-up specials that remain among the highest grossing of all time.
His material at the time was provocative and controversial, though, and in many cases, it has not aged particularly well.
This week, we're asking the question: Is Eddie Murphy the worst?2021-01-1257 min
Creatives Are The WorstWalt DisneyThere are few creatives in the history of the world who have a legacy as enduring as Walter Elias Disney.
His name has become synonymous with animation, entertainment, imagination, and magic, and it remains attached to what is arguably the most popular entertainment brand in the entire world.
From iconic animated characters like Mickey Mouse to theme parks, films, and so much more, his creations have become a cornerstone of American culture.
Many people view his public persona as a sort of kind and generous uncle, but accusations of antisemitism and racial insensitivity in his work have us asking the...2021-01-051h 31
Creatives Are The WorstBill MurrayWilliam James Murray is one of the most recognizable faces in American cinema.
His roots in the Chicago improv scene would lead to scene-stealing performances in iconic comedies like Caddyshack, Ghostbusters, Groundhog Day, and the holiday classic Scrooged.
While his career would take a dramatic turn in later years, his alcoholic exploits, including multiple physical confrontations behind the scenes, would earn him the nickname “The Murricane”.
Despite his brilliance, his enigmatic behavior and reputation for being difficult to work with have us asking the question: Is Bill Murray the worst?2020-12-221h 12Creatives Are The WorstMadonnaMadonna Louise Ciccone is the undisputed “Queen of Pop”, and arguably the most influential female songwriter of all time.
Her body of work includes countless hit songs, iconic music videos, award-winning acting performances, bestselling books, and more.
She is the best-selling female artist of all time, and the highest-grossing solo touring artist in history.
She is also no stranger to controversy.
Her tumultuous public relationships and her history of pushing the envelope have us asking the question: Is Madonna the worst?2020-12-151h 26
Creatives Are The WorstVincent Van GoghVincent William Van Gogh is one of the most influential painters in the history of Western art.
Known for his vivid use of colors and his dramatic brushstrokes, Van Gogh’s works are among the most expensive paintings to have ever sold.
He would not get to appreciate the fruits of that success during his lifetime, though.
Van Gogh would suffer from severe mental health issues, and ultimately wind up institutionalized at the age of 35. At the time of his suicide in 1890, he was widely considered “a madman and a failure.”
This week, we are asking the question: is Vincent Van Go...2020-12-0857 min
Creatives Are The WorstQuentin TarantinoQuentin Tarantino is one of the most renowned figures in the history of American cinema.
The auteur director, actor, and screenwriter was the first indie filmmaker to break through with mainstream audiences, and has long been heralded as a creative genius.
His films are known for their trademark style and memorable dialogue, and often leave fans searching for clues or formulating theories about the cinematic universe that he’s created.
But criticisms about his creative methods and the violence in his movies have us asking the question: is Quentin Tarantino the worst?2020-12-011h 18
Creatives Are The WorstP.T. BarnumPhineas Taylor Barnum has long been heralded as “The Greatest Showman on Earth”.
Although the circus that bears his name shut down in 2017, his legacy as an entertainer and promoter spans more than a century.
That legacy is fraught with shady business practices, exploitation of performers, and a horrendous track record with animals.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is P.T. Barnum the worst?
Content Warning: This episode includes graphic descriptions of animal abuse. Listener discretion is advised.2020-11-2458 min
Creatives Are The WorstCoco ChanelIn the fashion world, few brands are as synonymous with high society or as enduring as Chanel.
Coco Chanel was an innovative fashionista whose vision and designs would completely change the way that women dressed around the world.
Her rise to fame from an orphanage in France to the top of the fashion world is a true rags-to-riches story, but her strict ideas about how women should look and her questionable ties to Nazi Germany have us asking the question: is Coco Chanel the worst?2020-11-1756 min
Creatives Are The WorstJerry SpringerJerry Springer was once the mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio, a promising young politician whose career was cut short in the wake of a sex scandal.
Today, he is best known for creating The Jerry Springer Show, a daytime talk show that pushed the boundaries of decency on cable television and was famously marketed as “Too Hot for TV”.
His role as “Ringmaster” would eventually lead to a starring role in a feature-length film and even an opera inspired by his chaotic television circus.
This week, we're asking the question: is Jerry Springer the worst?2020-11-0949 minCreatives Are The WorstLenny BruceIn the world of stand-up comedy, Lenny Bruce was undoubtedly a trailblazer.
The list of comedians that have cited his work as an influence is longer than his rap sheet, which is riddled with obscenity charges.
Despite his comedic brilliance, his outspoken attitude and penchant for pushing the envelope would end up getting him blacklisted from television and banned from performing in nearly every comedy club in America.
This week, we're asking the question: is Lenny Bruce the worst?2020-11-021h 11
Creatives Are The WorstBrian WilsonGod Only Knows what's going on in the head of Brian Wilson, the creative mind behind the iconic surf rock sounds of The Beach Boys. Though his songs were full of Good Vibrations, heavy drug use and struggles with mental illness would nearly bring him under at the height of his career.
This week, we're asking the question: Is Brian Wilson the worst?2020-10-261h 10
Creatives Are The WorstEpisode 2: PrinceWe're seeing purple. Is it a sign o' the times? Let's go crazy as we take a deeper look into the life of one of the most talented musicians in modern history, the enigmatic Prince Rogers Nelson a.k.a Prince a.k.a. The Artist Formerly Known as Prince. This week, we're asking the question: Is Prince the worst?2020-10-191h 21
Creatives Are The WorstEpisode 4: Vince McMahonWWE founder and chairman Vincent McMahon is one of the most innovative and successful figures in the history of American sports and entertainment, but steroid allegations, tasteless promotional tactics, and the untimely deaths of many WWE wrestlers have us asking the question: Is Vince McMahon the worst?2020-10-191h 32
Creatives Are The WorstEpisode 3: J.D. SalingerAfter penning the infamous novel "The Catcher in the Rye," author Jerome David Salinger was once lauded as "the most important American writer to emerge since World War II," but his later years are marred by reclusive behavior and tumultuous litigation. This week, we're asking the question: is J.D. Salinger really the worst?2020-10-191h 10
Creatives Are The WorstEpisode 1: PrologueThis episode serves as an introduction to our mild-mannered hosts, the effervescent Kate Rooney and the erudite Jess Guffey, as they share their own personal reasons for chasing the creative dragon, so to speak. You'll hear about the origins of this show, as well as a taste of what's to come on future episodes of Creatives Are The Worst.2020-10-1603 min
Generation BSC: A Baby-Sitters Club PodcastEM009: Emergency Meeting - A Conversation with Anna Nguyen re: The Claudia Kishi Club and the Netflix Series!Kate and Lauryn are joined this week by Anna Nguyen, a PhD student in rhetoric and composition who also uses her Instagram (@whatwouldclaudiawear) to document her own sartorial choices and meta-literary commentary on the Baby-Sitters Club. We discuss Sue Ding’s documentary, The Claudia Kishi Club, and the Netflix series generally and touch on some specifics from the book series as well. In our discussion, we examine the model minority myth and the othering of Claudia in descriptions related to such myth. Anna notes that the legacy of Claudia for Asian Americans is largely positive and shares her concerns on...2020-08-0455 min
Pop Fiction Women'Ladybird' & Greta GerwigLadybird & Greta Gerwig
*** Complicated Woman Rating - Lady Bird. Ladybird is a perfectly imperfect depiction of a young woman coming of age: complicated, unique, excitable, impossible to control, dramatic, angsty and totally relatable. (1:47)
*** Complicated Woman Rating - Marion. Lady Bird’s mother has a tough exterior, a biting wit, and the weight of her family’s struggles on her shoulders. She has a softer side for everyone it seems but Lady Bird. Kate thinks the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree for Lady Bird and Marion, but Carinn thinks the two are different at their core. (5:45)
*** Scenes - We both...2020-05-271h 15
Pop Fiction Women'Normal People' on Hulu, Episodes 11 & 12: Adaptation of the novel by Sally RooneyAlls well that ends well...but did it? We had mixed thoughts on everything in Episodes 11 & 12.
*** Carinn thinks the novel should have been adapted into a movie, while Kate thinks they should have just binged the entire series.
*** Episode 11 is so well done even though the content is often hard to watch. We love seeing their hot chemistry on the dance floor, the honesty and openness of the initial part of their conversation in Connell's room, and then how it quickly falls apart when Marianne asks Connell to hit her. (3:47)
*** Kate and Carinn agree the abuse scene with Alan, while...2020-05-031h 01
Pop Fiction Women'Normal People' on Hulu, Episodes 9 & 10: Adaptation of the novel by Sally RooneyEpisodes 9 & 10 had us thinking and debating! Carinn wonders if anyone who hasn't read the book truly understands the "real" Marianne Sheridan from the show alone. She wants to blame the character's dilution on the limitations of the screen, but then how the hell do they feel like Connell is MORE dynamic than in the book? So much to discuss. Some things we know for sure: these two are phenomenal actors and their chemistry is insane.
*** Kate & Carinn had low expectations for these two episodes, given the uncomfortable nature of the content and the fact that these episodes illuminate real low...2020-05-0256 min
Pop Fiction Women'Normal People' on Hulu, Episodes 6-8: Adaptation of the novel by Sally RooneyBoth Carinn and Kate are not happy with these episodes. Kate is frustrated watching Connell and Marianne not communicating and not connecting, while Carinn is upset with the way Marianne's character is being diluted and made more generic from the book. Lots to discuss here in episodes 6, 7 and 8.
*** Episode 6 starts with a suggestion for a threesome and gets even more awkward from there. Marianne and Connell’s inability to communicate kicks into high gear, which makes this tough to watch. (3:05)
*** Marianne’s damage is on full display during a difficult trip home to Sligo for a family dinner. (8:35)
*** Marianne and Conn...2020-05-011h 06
Pop Fiction Women'Normal People' on Hulu, Episodes 3-5: Adaptation of the novel by Sally RooneyCarinn sighs with relief as the show hits its stride and Kate wonders what took her so long. We are both in the flow with Marianne and Connell, the tension between what they say and don't say, the yin and yang of their own personalities and the push and pull of their dynamic. It's everything.
Episodes 3-5 have a nice little arc from the end of their relationship in high school, to the re-establishment of their connection at Trinity, to their OMFG sex reunion.
*** Episode 3 starts off strong by bringing us back to high school as we watch Marianne and...2020-04-301h 14
Pop Fiction Women'Normal People' on Hulu, Episodes 1 & 2: Adaptation of the novel by Sally RooneyThis is what we've been waiting for!! The adaptation of Sally Rooney's bestselling novel Normal People makes it to Hulu! Carinn and Kate were up with the sun to watch and recap!
*** The show starts with character set up rather than the direct relationship between Marianne and Connell but at what cost? (5:25)
*** The first kiss is adorable and highlights their awkwardness as well as their undeniable chemistry. (13:34)
*** We knew Marianne’s brother Alan was a jerk, but is it too much too soon? Kate and Carinn offer two theories as to why we get creepy vibes from Alan. (20:05)
*** Episode Two ra...2020-04-291h 21
B-Roll BroadsThe Lodge (2020) Had No Business Being That Scarytoday we talk about The Lodge and some other movies we watched so far this year. also we watched A Ghost Story starring Casey Affleck and Rooney Mara!2020-02-2640 min
Pop Fiction WomenNormal People & Sally Rooney*** NEW INTRO: Carinn and Kate revisit this episode, their first ever, recorded six months and over 25 episodes ago. Everything after the 45 minute mark is original content unlike anything else out there. We hope you enjoy!
Normal People: a slow, deep complicated
*** Complicated Woman Rating - what makes Marianne complicated?
*** The best scenes with Marianne. The best can mean sweetest, funniest, most badass, most growth. Anything we love.
*** The cringiest scenes from Marianne. Cringy scenes make you squirm, but part of being a complicated woman is doing things that feel or come off as cringe-worthy. Sometimes it’s self-sabotage, sometimes it’s gr...2019-11-201h 19