Lina And Najah - Podcast Details

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Obnoxiously PleasantRamadan 2025: Goals and RealitiesRamadan is here, and we’re trying to make the most of it! In this episode, we’re sharing our goals, plans, and how we hope to stay on track this month. From spiritual growth to daily routines, we’re talking about everything we want to accomplish and the challenges we know we’ll face. --Please consider donating to the following Meal Trains:Meal Train for Najah's Family: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/n42qq6Meal Train for Ericka Sevilla: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/nwm486Support the show 2025-03-0428 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Hello, Dolly! (1969)Yonkers! This week, we dig into Gene Kelly's underrated flop masterpiece. We gush about the fabulous costuming and choreography, we discuss our favorite songs, and Lina gives a little background on the release of this film and the death of the movie musical. We also briefly discuss the insanity of Naomi Watts' 2017 TV show Gypsy. Plus, Najah gets excited about the Mets' winning streak and Clairo's new album while Lina shares her newest music obsession and explains how Fried Green Tomatoes is lesbian.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find...2024-07-2343 min

In Your PocketRepo! The Genetic Opera (2008) - with Dylan G.Surgery, surgery! This week, the wonderful Dylan joins us to discuss the maelstrom of a musical that is this week’s movie. Lina and Dylan draw comparisons between it and Emo: The Musical and Little Shop of Horrors, to name a few, while Najah comments on the wild and kooky characters. Lina gets excited about Anthony Stewart Head, Dylan brings up StarKid, and we share our opinions on the rock opera genre. In addition, Najah raves about a Puerto Rican drink, Dylan explains why they love Olivia Dean, and Lina fawns over Juliet Stevenson reading Sarah Waters.If...2024-07-091h 00

In Your PocketLady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill (2016)All of me... Why not take all of me... This week, it's all things Billie Holiday. But first, Najah raves about Olivia Benson and the newest seasons of Law & Order SVU while Lina fondly describes her new red bicycle. Then, we dig into all the factors that made Audra McDonald's Billie Holiday performance pitch-perfect, share our Billie Holiday song rankings (featuring some lovely renditions of the songs by Najah), and discuss Billie Holiday's bisexual romantic history using Autostraddle's "The Chart: Old Hollywood Edition." Lina then recommends a fabulous Greta Garbo romcom and Najah gets excited about a new release...2024-06-0546 min

In Your PocketFriendly Favorites: Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009) - with Peyton N.Sale of the century? More like SLAY of the century! This week, Peyton brings his romcom expertise to our discussion of an underrated P.J. Hogan classic. Peyton is surprised at the heterosexual chemistry and caliber of acting, Lina enjoys the countless out-of-pocket moments the script offers, and Najah is berated by their cohost for not watching the film. During our recommendations, Lina introduces yet another lesbian Spanish telenovela pairing, Najah obsesses over PEN15, and Peyton fawns over some of his favorite queer summer reads. We also talk tennis and Challengers, DIY ear piercings, and Pokémon Go. 2024-05-2848 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: The Idea Of You (2024)Anne Hathaway, Anne Hathaway, oh, and Anne Hathaway. This week, we dig into the surprisingly enjoyable new Harry Styles fanfic film adaptation, discussing its ending, its realism, and our rare appreciation for heterosexual chemistry. Lina also critiques the film's structure and dissects the differences between ageism and homophobia. In other news, Najah raves about watermelons, Lina yaps about another lesbian couple on a Spanish telenovela (#Luimelia!), and we reminisce about our lives as 11-year-olds. If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a...2024-05-1542 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Humoresque (1946)This week, Joan Crawford makes her mark on the pod. Lina gives a detailed lore drop about Joan Crawford's legacy, style, and petty beef and obsesses over the way she sings "Embraceable You" in the film. We also get excited about our favorite piano-playing Old Hollywood actor making an appearance in the movie. Najah gushes over their television professor and convinces Lina to try to register for her class. We also discuss Lina's new, radical, never-done-before haircut. If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter...2024-04-2334 min

In Your PocketLove Lies Bleeding (2024)Happy one year of In Your Pocket! To celebrate, we watched a lackluster lesbian Kirsten Stewart film. We discuss our qualms with the dialogue, Najah expresses their disappointment over Kristen Stewart's recent film roles, and Lina praises Anna Baryshnikov. Lina puts a new local theater star in her pocket and Najah discusses their recent appreciation for buzzballs. And, of course, we give our belated Oscars reactions.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to...2024-04-0252 min

In Your Pocket2024 Oscars Predictions and OpinionsIt's that time of the year again. We give our slightly uninformed predictions about next week's winners and discuss who we actually want to win. We praise Justine Triet and Anatomy of a Fall yet again, provide our thoughts on the probable Oppenheimer sweep, talk about men for the first and last time on the podcast, and of course, leave the best category for last: Best Actress. We also briefly mention our new obsessions: Linda Ronstadt's "Blue Bayou" and Drive-Away Dolls.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod...2024-03-0551 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)Is there anyone here for love? During our first solo episode in a while, we discuss Marylin Monroe's legacy, Jane Russell's magnetism, and the (hidden?) feminist message of this seemingly silly fifties musical. We rave about the bangers of this perfect film, Najah does a weirdly accurate Billie Holiday impression, and Lina defends Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (again).If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on...2024-02-2752 min

In Your PocketSaving Face (2004) - with Urvi C. and Sarah S.Proud Friend has joined the chat. This week, Urvi (and Sarah) join the pod to discuss the cultural expectations of immigrant parents, being a good ally, lesbian yearning, and representations of racial diversity in Alice Wu's gem of a film. Najah brings up their distaste for The Half of It while Urvi, Lina, and Sarah defend it — Urvi on behalf of the heterosexuals, and Lina on behalf of the gays. We talk about Urvi's history with lesbian cinema, Najah mentions their hate for JLo, Lina fawns over Jean Arthur, and Sarah gets excited about her new fridge magnets....2024-02-141h 14

In Your PocketAn American in Paris (1951) AND Mean Girls (2024) - with Sarah S.It's... a... MUSICAL! This week, Sarah joins us on the pod yet again to discuss two movie musicals — one fabulous, and one... well... not-so-fabulous. We rave over our much-loved Trader Joe's Trek Mix, Najah talks about the sauna at their new swanky gym, and Sarah brings up a movie she loves to hate-watch. We obsess over the beauty of Gene Kelly musicals, express our love for the An American in Paris soundtrack, and call for justice for the protagonists' forgotten partners. Then, it's Mean Girls time. We discuss its horrendous technical qualities, the directors' butchering of an already horrible Br...2024-02-061h 05

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Black Swan (2010) - with Mia S.¡Hostia! Our very first unofficial guest finally joins us officially on the pod, overcoming many technical and scheduling issues to do so. Najah raves about their sound design professor, Lina and Mia drop their Arlingtonian lore, and Mia gets excited about Parque Retiro. We discuss Natalie Portman's acting abilities, Mia gives us the inside scoop as to why the film rustled feathers in the dancing world, and of course, Lina defends the lesbian scenes.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a m...2024-02-0144 min

In Your PocketThe Zone of Interest (2023) - with Michael Z.New year, same shenanigans. This week, Michael, one of our beloved friends in STEM, joins us to discuss another recent Sandra Hüller release. Does a movie have to have a plot to be good? We talk about the experimental nature in the film's (lack of) narrative structure, read over Jonathan Glazer interviews, and Lina contributes by whipping out lecture notes from her Nazi class. Najah recounts their ice skating date, Michael agonizes over his roommate situation, and Lina and Michael talk atom bomb metaphors in animated Japanese film.If you have any comments, questions, or just w...2024-01-231h 06

In Your PocketModern Milfs: The Shape of Water (2017)Teal. This week, we take it back to the fifties and sixties — both in our discussion of Guillermo del Toro's masterpiece and in our post-finals panic where we spurt random facts memorized for our history exam. We talk about our favorite spot for sweet potato fries, our one-year friendaversary celebratory Disobedience screening, and hippies. Lina does a quick queer reading of Eliza and the Amphibian Man's relationship, Najah fawns over the sweet message of the film, and we rave over Octavia Spencer.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the po...2023-12-2144 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: May December (2023) - with Kym T.We're sooo back. This week, actress, friend, and snow-leopard-impersonator Kym joins us to discuss Lina's most anticipated movie of the year. Kym drops lore about meeting Julianne Moore's ex-husband at Tisch, Najah mentions the short film we shot during our month-long podcast hiatus, and Lina raves about an actress in a school production of Spring Awakening. We discuss the discourse about May December's campiness and comedy, the film's commentary on modern detachment from horrifying events, the necessity of Elizabeth's (Natalie Portman) characterization, and of course, the disturbing events of the film and its real-life story.If you...2023-12-121h 04

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988)Pepa, are you there? This week, Najah's first Almodóvar! We fawn over the exaggerated stylistic color, set, and cinematography choices in this iconic love letter to classic '30s screwball comedies, discuss the our favorite silly costume and plot details, and of course, Lina gets excited about a Joan Crawford reference. We also recount our experiences with Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy, Najah drools over an experience at a Japanese Barbecue restaurant, and Lina goes on a rant about her love for her favorite soprano, Laura Benanti.If you have any comments, q...2023-11-1554 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Death Becomes Her (1992)Another week, another unserious Coolidge outing. We discuss Meryl Stroopwafel, Goldie Hawn's age, and this film's insane(ly comedic) editing choices. Najah expresses their love for Nai Palm and Hiatus Kaiyote and Lina raves about a wig she bought for her Edna Mode costume. Plus, a new game: we play (and Lina fails at) a round of Six Degrees from the Cinephile card game. If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out...2023-11-0152 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Anatomy of a Fall (2023) AND Eileen (2023) - with Naveah D.Naveah has arrived!! The long-awaited guest and sister of Najah joins us this week to discuss two excellent recent releases and BU's dining hall food. We all fawn over Sandra Hüller's performance (we will personally escort her to the Oscars), praise (and defend) the pacing and writing of Anatomy of a Fall, and get excited about our new favorite song: the steel drums instrumental version of P.I.M.P. An Ottessa Moshfegh Truther, Naveah comes with critiques of the film adaptation of Eileen, Lina defends her much more positive review of the movie, and Najah gives their p...2023-10-2457 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: The Haunting (1963)This week, we discussed a classic gay book adaptation to bring in the spooky season. Lina and Najah go over the list of gay offenses committed by Theo/Claire Bloom in the film, obsess over her gay acting choices, and discuss the overall queer implications of the novel and film. Lina rants about a frustrating encounter with her neighbor, Najah goes into an in-depth explanation of their love for recording audio on set, and Lina recounts Laura Peterson and Bradley Jackson's dykey activities on the sixth episode of The Morning Show. In lieu of trivia, we give our take...2023-10-121h 08

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Showgirls (1995)What the fuck did we just watch (and why was it amazing)? Najah recounts their experience of watching this erotic cult classic for the first time in the theater with live commentary and almost no warning about what they were getting into from Lina. We gush once more about Gina Gershon and Coolidge Corner Theater, hate on the news of The Office reboot and Saoirse Ronan's lack of Oscar-worthy roles, and Lina shares her love of Pixar movies centered around issues with mothers/grandmothers that make her cry.If you have any comments, questions, or just want...2023-10-041h 01

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Hanna (2011)Despite a slew of technical problems during the recording this week, we managed to push out this episode about an underrated Cate Blanchett classic. Lina explains how Saoirse Ronan is the next in line for the chameleon actress crown and is shocked to discover how long it's been since she's seen a Cate Blanchett movie. Najah is surprised by the lesbian content of the film and expresses their love for Jessica Barden and The End of the F***ing World. Plus, Lina recounts a memorable Bound (1996) screening with her pocketee of the week and we discuss the end of...2023-09-2640 min

In Your PocketFriendly Favorites: Stage Door (1937) - with Angel G. and Margot G.This week, Angel brings us our third-ever Friendly Favorite, and our first-ever screwball. Najah describes their instant connection to Katharine Hepburn's odd sitting poses and expresses their frustration with constantly being approached by Jesus people on the street. Meanwhile, Lina gets excited about Reese Witherspoon and Julianna Margulies separating from their husbands. Angel and Margot both come armed with music recommendations — Shania and Mitski — as well as an abundance of Old Hollywood historical facts. We talk George Cukor, debate the 1950s Best Actress race, and of course, get into the lesbian implications of Kate and Ginger as roommates in the...2023-09-1949 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Rachel Getting Married (2008)She's got a fuckass bob! This week, we discuss Jonathan Demme's witty, odd, yet real Anne Hathaway vehicle — from its random Indian wedding elements to familial trauma. We make connections to Shiva Baby and Succession, as well as discuss the viciousness of film mothers. Lina gets excited about the release of a new Anne film, Eileen, and Najah gets excited about another new Anne (and Jessica Chastain) movie. We also talk SAG/WGA strikes, disappointing news about Drew Barrymore's show, and the Ashton and Mila letter and ensuing apology video. Plus, a French gay documentary rec at the end. ...2023-09-1454 min

In Your PocketBottoms (2023)We're back, baby!! This week, we cover the most anticipated movie of the summer (move aside, Barbenheimer) after a triumphant return to Boston's Coolidge Corner. We talk Gen Z comedy, Rachel Sennott's hilarious filmography, Ayo Edebiri's prolific career, and of course, the myriad of gay dynamics within the film. We celebrate our upgraded college digs, Najah raves about a music video series, Sarah makes a special appearance, and Lina lists off random facts about Ayo and Rachel that she read in an article.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find...2023-09-0655 min

In Your PocketSummer Chat and Catch-Up - with Amirah J.In an unexpected departure from our usual format, we forgo talking about a specific movie because of a silly title mix-up (Najah watched the wrong movie). Instead, Lina and Najah are joined by Lina's friend Amirah and catch up on everything that's happened in the past few podcast-less weeks — Barbenheimer and a chemical ring rescue — discuss Amirah's media interests — Joker, The Boys, Hannibal — and take a couple "Am I Gay?" quizzes. We'll be back with our regular format next week!You can find Amirah's social justice blog here.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat...2023-08-0153 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Tea and Sympathy (1956) - with Sarah S.Oh, puppy love can be heartbreaking. It's Deborah Kerr time, bitches!! This week, we talk about one of Lina's favorite repressed actresses in a movie where all the men are gay and all the women are cunty. We cover coloring (especially in regard to THAT green dress look), The Children's Hour parallels, a bit of history, and pacing. Plus, Sarah pops in for the third time to give us some of her thoughts on Deborah's sexuality in the film, express her love for Fiona Apple and Al Bowlly, and slay one of the Deborah Kerr trivia questions. Also, Lina...2023-07-1145 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Summerland (2020)Gugu and Gemma are changing the world one gay movie at a time! This week, we talk WWII history, English summers, color palettes, a rewatchable cry scene, how non-raunchy lesbian movies can sometimes be better than raunchy ones, and Gemma Arterton's lips. Plus, Najah walks us through their room aesthetic plan for next semester in slideshow format, Lina complains about British children, and in lieu of Trivia Time, we take a "Which lesbian drama are you" quiz together.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and...2023-07-051h 01

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: The Children's Hour (1961)RELEASE THE WYLER CUT! This week, we watched another one of Lina's favorite movies — a queer classic forever cemented into the rainbow walls of history because of William Wyler, Shirley MacLaine, and Audrey Hepburn. We hate on an evil child, praise excellent blocking and framing, Lina gives a little more background on the history and context of the film's production, Najah is shocked by its lack of Oscar nominations despite its acting excellency, and we just generally freak out about HOW GREAT THIS MOVIE IS! Plus, we discuss therapy as a career, a gay TV show that not only go...2023-06-281h 10

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Monster (2003)This week, we discuss Modern Milf Charlize Theron's Oscar-winning turn in one of the most famous de-glam roles in contemporary film. We praise grimy lesbians, Lina reminisces about her gay roller skating experience, and we hate on the endless capitalist cycle that deters upward mobility. Najah and Lina also talk Emmys, Yellowjackets FYC campaigns, and Jodie Comer's glittering career possibilities.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on...2023-06-201h 10

In Your PocketFriendly Favorites: Girltrash: All Night Long (2014) - with Margot G.Enter: Margot! On our second-ever Friendly Favorites episode, we talk about an underground 2014 lesbian musical recommended to us by our guest. We talk audio quality, The L Word parallels, Angela Robinson's prolific filmography, and, without fail, make a connection to Yellowjackets. Margot destroys at trivia, while Najah finally gets a Cate Blanchett question right! Lina tells stories of her adventures in Bristol, Margot of her upcoming video projects, and Najah revisits her Professor Marston thoughts.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send...2023-06-131h 03

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Thelma & Louise (1991)Geez, Louise! This week, we cover another one of Lina's favorite movies and a bonafide classic. Najah talks about their experience streaming the film on an airplane, Lina name-drops an English class repeat offender (Joseph Campbell) in reference to her love of road movies, and we both praise Susan Sarandon for her contribution to the community. In other news, Lina discusses her new obsession with yet another repressed lesbian character, Najah shares about their vacation in Mexico, and we argue the merits of having a goldfish brain.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a...2023-06-081h 10

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Shanghai Express (1932)This week, as we cover our oldest film yet, we talk about how plot doesn't really matter when you're watching Marlene Dietrich, Anna May Wong's shenanigans during her limited screentime, watching old movies without subtitles, how The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) fits into all of this, the Sewing Circle, and the questionable taste of heterosexual women ("rizzless activity"). We also discuss Najah's new job at DoorDash, debate the duration of a flight from New York to the Dominican Republic, and of course, provide more thoughts on Yellowjackets.Follow the pod:InstagramTwitterFollow...2023-05-301h 00

In Your PocketModern Milfs: Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (2017)This week, our first disagreement about a movie. We discuss one of Lina's favorite niche lesbian Twitter period piece movies all about BDSM, polyamory, and lie detectors. Najah boards their Luke Evans misandry train while Lina fawns over Rebecca Hall. We also talk Yellowjackets — favorite characters and predictions.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, an...2023-05-2352 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: A Place in the Sun (1951)This week, we dip our toes into the Liz lore, questioning the morals of a man who kills for Elizabeth Taylor. Would we do the same for this glamour icon, or is this just another case of heterosexuality gone wrong?Follow the pod:InstagramTwitterFollow Lina:InstagramTwitterLetterboxdFollow Najah:InstagramTwitterLetterboxdMusic by Pascal BarclayEdited by Lina Barclay 2023-05-1039 min

In Your PocketModern Milfs: The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2021)The secular press are at it again with their liberal and homosexual agenda! This week, we cover all things Jessica Chastain: her Tony nomination, her Met Gala look, the Celia St. James of it all, and of course, Tammy Faye. Plus, we butcher yet another accent.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd...2023-05-0338 min

In Your PocketFriendly Favorites: La Vie en Rose (2007) - with Sarah S.On this week's discussion of a true modern classic, we simultaneously become honorary French people while obliterating the French language. We talk about Oscars, suffering singers, colors, and our favorite Edith Piaf hits on this giggle-filled episode. Lina even starts crying!If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd. Our intro song was made...2023-04-2651 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: Heavenly Creatures (1994)Buckle in as we rave over an underrated teenage sapphic classic starring Melanie Lynskey and Kate Winslet. We reminisce about our own adolescences, question Kate's growly voice, and of course, obsess over the Milf of the movie.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd. Our intro song was made by Pascal Barclay. The...2023-04-191h 00

In Your PocketModern Milfs: But I’m A Cheerleader (1999) - with Sarah S. and Anna C.Anna and Sarah join us this week to talk about one of the most important films of the past three decades. Tune in for more Melanie Lynskey fangirling, Julie Delpy hype, and general chaos.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd. Our intro song was made by Pascal Barclay. The podcast is edited...2023-04-1247 min

In Your PocketC*nty Classics: All About Eve (1950)During In Your Pocket's first ever episode, we discuss All About Eve, one of the cuntiest classics to ever do it. Bette Davis, obsessive fans, yearnful ga(y)zing, and Killing Eve parallels, we cover it all. Also, we explain what putting someone in your pocket means.If you have any comments, questions, or just want a chat, you can find the pod on Instagram and Twitter, or send a message to inyourpocketpod@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out to Lina, who's on Instagram, Twitter, and Letterboxd, and to Najah, who's also on Instagram, Twitter, and...2023-04-0442 min

In Your PocketTrailerIntroducing In Your Pocket, hosted by Najah and Lina!Follow the pod:InstagramTwitterFollow Lina:InstagramTwitterLetterboxdFollow Najah:InstagramTwitterLetterboxdMusic by Pascal BarclayEdited by Lina Barclay 2023-04-0100 min