Best Podcast Episodes About Netflix
Everything podcasters are saying about Netflix — curated from top podcasts
Updated: Apr 26, 2026 – 80 episodes
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“and then there is uh mark norman stand special on netflix very funny by the way lots of jokes in a world where people are cutting back on jokes he he telling jokes Well he talks about a conference call he had with the executives at Netflix who had some issues with a Muslim joke Let's watch. So he'd like to not use the Muslim joke. Smithereens. And I go, well, I like the joke. It kills. It's a hot joke. And, you know, no one touches muz. I like the idea of, like, Islamic extremists using smithereens. …”
“and then there is uh mark norman stand special on netflix very funny by the way lots of jokes in a world where people are cutting back on jokes he he telling jokes Well he talks about a conference call he had with the executives at Netflix who had some issues with a Muslim joke Let's watch. So he'd like to not use the Muslim joke. Smithereens. And I go, well, I like the joke. It kills. It's a hot joke. And, you know, no one touches muz. I like the idea of, like, Islamic extremists using smithereens. We blow you up to smithereens. You never know. That's a common term. Smithereens is funny. You know, Charlie Hedboe got smithereened. I'd love to know the origin of smithereens. We don't need it now, but later on. But that's funny. The idea of smithereens being in the letter is very good. Yeah, that's got to be a Bugs Bunny line or something. Get …”
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Mark Norman hilariously recounts his battle with Netflix executives over a controversial Muslim joke in his special. The climax comes when he demands they acknowledge the existence of dangerous people, leading to an absurd standoff that highlights the absurdity of censorship in comedy.
“That's awesome. Sweet, right? Kevin is so pumped up. That's awesome. That's going to be fun. Dude, he's out. You know, he's. These Netflix fucking, the Tom Brady one was insane. That was so good. That was so good. That kind of like juiced comedy back up again because it was so wild. It was like the jokes were so wild It was so raw Yeah And we had gone through this like weird period of like people getting canceled for jokes Right And you know it like all of a sudden like no that out That gone No no no I said to him, I've been big game hunting Tom Brady for years. It took a couple …”
“That's awesome. Sweet, right? Kevin is so pumped up. That's awesome. That's going to be fun. Dude, he's out. You know, he's. These Netflix fucking, the Tom Brady one was insane. That was so good. That was so good. That kind of like juiced comedy back up again because it was so wild. It was like the jokes were so wild It was so raw Yeah And we had gone through this like weird period of like people getting canceled for jokes Right And you know it like all of a sudden like no that out That gone No no no I said to him, I've been big game hunting Tom Brady for years. It took a couple years. He retired, unretired, but I kept him on the line. And finally, we were shooting promos. And I was like, why are you doing this? Because I could tell, you know, it was starting to heat up. and some heavy hitters were signing on. I go, why are you doing that? It wasn't for the money. And he goes, I want to bring comedy back. I'm sick of the …”
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Kevin Hart's roast of Tom Brady was so brutally funny it became Netflix's most-watched special ever, racking up 1.6 billion viewing minutes. Jeff Ross reveals how Hart's desire to 'bring comedy back' led to a bloodbath of jokes that left even Brady shocked, making it a must-see event that will be talked about for years.
“… is it's very common that these networks do what are called overall deals. Comedy Central has had overall deals for plenty of talent. HBO did it. Netflix does it. Like, this is a very common thing. Let's lock you up. They didn't do that for Ari. Maybe he wouldn't have done it. but like there was never offered to him so when you don't offer that the the cost of that is the talent has the ability to do their special somewhere else without punitive measures taken if if you don't want me to do that it's very easy if you believe in me as a creator then lock me up for the long term marilyn rice guy …”
“… us your special. I'm like, no, you're not going to blackmail me. I'm not the guy to force. I'll kill myself. You know, I'll end my career. I've done it a hundred times. Do what's not best for myself. There's an important wrinkle to this story, which is it's very common that these networks do what are called overall deals. Comedy Central has had overall deals for plenty of talent. HBO did it. Netflix does it. Like, this is a very common thing. Let's lock you up. They didn't do that for Ari. Maybe he wouldn't have done it. but like there was never offered to him so when you don't offer that the the cost of that is the talent has the ability to do their special somewhere else without punitive measures taken if if you don't want me to do that it's very easy if you believe in me as a creator then lock me up for the long term marilyn rice guy was on 24 but they called her recurring character on for 24 episodes a season this is the and then she got um little miss sunshine like no no we're shooting And I'm like, I'm not a serious regular to make me you didn't you decide not to pay the money to keep me. This is the risk. Yeah. But to take anyway, to take it out on you, I think is very …”
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Ari Shaffir hilariously recounts his showdown with Comedy Central, where they tried to blackmail him into giving up his Netflix special. The absurdity peaks when he describes his plan to reward his crew with mushrooms after a successful season, only to find out his mushroom dealer was retiring and had pounds to sell!
“… So it was nowhere near. But, God, I thought that – Where did you get those numbers? Just whatever. I just saw it on the – Because I don't know if Netflix gives those numbers out. Or maybe they did. Did they say it? 108 million. Paul Tyson had 108 million. And then Anthony Joshua, I think it was like 30. Interesting. 108 million is crazy. That's a lot of fucking people. It's a lot of people, but what a blown opportunity. When you think like, okay, now Netflix had, they knew they were going to have that many viewers. If not that many, they knew they were going to have a lot. They had the …”
“… there other organizations that are doing that You know what Like the Mike Tyson Jake Paul thing I understand that they had 100 million viewers Is that real? I think they did. And then the Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua had like maybe 30 million. Right. So it was nowhere near. But, God, I thought that – Where did you get those numbers? Just whatever. I just saw it on the – Because I don't know if Netflix gives those numbers out. Or maybe they did. Did they say it? 108 million. Paul Tyson had 108 million. And then Anthony Joshua, I think it was like 30. Interesting. 108 million is crazy. That's a lot of fucking people. It's a lot of people, but what a blown opportunity. When you think like, okay, now Netflix had, they knew they were going to have that many viewers. If not that many, they knew they were going to have a lot. They had the opportunity to take the boxing model and fix it. That Netflix did? Yeah. Netflix has only had a small handful of events, though. Understood. But if you look at the UFC broadcast, there's just not downtime. People care about the undercard. You know me. I'm there for the first Fight Pass prelim. them uh some of the undercards are the best fights for sure yeah …”
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In a hilariously absurd twist, Steve-O reflects on his podcast's journey from deep conversations about faith with Mark Wahlberg to awkwardly promoting gambling. The comedic chaos escalates as he navigates the backlash from a sarcastic comment about immigrants, leading to a wild discussion about butt wipes and the life-changing magic of bidets. This segment brilliantly blends humor with the unexpected seriousness of modern podcasting.
“… same and demean them as the cinematic equivalent of a corduroy suit are missing how much range he actually has. The four doll stories he made for Netflix are a great example of this. The wonderful story of Henry Sugar, for instance, is upbeat and vibrant and basically a morality tale with a super happy ending. It also has one of the all-time great setups. that's anderson's first netflix adaptation of doll his final one poison with basically the same cast is the opposite movie. Downbeat, dark, muted, with a very unhappy ending, exposing the cruelty and bigotry of the main character. And when you …”
“… days are formulaic, IP-driven sequels or comic books, why would anyone who loves movies get mad about a filmmaker expressing a personal vision even if that vision doesn perfectly jive with yours I think critics who say Wes Anderson films are all the same and demean them as the cinematic equivalent of a corduroy suit are missing how much range he actually has. The four doll stories he made for Netflix are a great example of this. The wonderful story of Henry Sugar, for instance, is upbeat and vibrant and basically a morality tale with a super happy ending. It also has one of the all-time great setups. that's anderson's first netflix adaptation of doll his final one poison with basically the same cast is the opposite movie. Downbeat, dark, muted, with a very unhappy ending, exposing the cruelty and bigotry of the main character. And when you think about it, this wide range of tone and plod and feeling is kind of perfect for adapting the work of a problematic author like Dahl. Roald Dahl could be sweet and caring and loving and did a remarkable amount for charity and to make children's lives better all over the world. But according to some of those closest to him, he could also be …”
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Wes Anderson's adaptations of Roald Dahl's stories, particularly 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar,' showcase a vibrant blend of Dahl's whimsical storytelling and Anderson's distinct visual style. By immersing himself in Dahl's world at Gypsy House, Anderson brings both charm and depth to the adaptations, highlighting the complexity of Dahl's character through contrasting tones in his films. This approach not only stays true to Dahl's writing but also reflects Anderson's creative vision, making his adaptations a fascinating exploration of morality and artistry.
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Gaten Matarazzo hilariously breaks down the absurdity of society's obsession with fame, revealing that many who step back from the spotlight are actually thriving in their personal lives. He quips about how people assume fame is the ultimate goal, while in reality, it can lead to misery if that's all you chase.
“… a patriot. It's the last fight. You know, I think he would fight no matter what. But like, you know, Ronda Rousey, you know, she's promoting the Netflix fight. She made I don't know if you saw what she said, but she had this big, long speech about the UFC selling for seven billion dollars. And these fighters aren't making enough money. And, you know, look, she made some good points. And the most important thing is that she gets the conversation out there and it puts pressure on the UFC to pay people more, you know. And if Netflix can become successful at MMA, if they can become successful …”
“But any pay-per-view guys. It's the title. It's at the White House. He's a patriot. It's the last fight. You know, I think he would fight no matter what. But like, you know, Ronda Rousey, you know, she's promoting the Netflix fight. She made I don't know if you saw what she said, but she had this big, long speech about the UFC selling for seven billion dollars. And these fighters aren't making enough money. And, you know, look, she made some good points. And the most important thing is that she gets the conversation out there and it puts pressure on the UFC to pay people more, you know. And if Netflix can become successful at MMA, if they can become successful putting cars together and pulling fighters away, like right now they're doing a one-off, right? It's one-off and it's kind of a gimmicky thing. And listen, this payroll is going to be crazy. It's going to be crazy. You got Ronda, Francis, Nate. Everybody's getting crazy money. The payroll is going to be nuts. But if anybody's got that kind of money, …”
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Dustin Poirier hilariously breaks down Ronda Rousey's bold statements about UFC pay while promoting her Netflix venture. The absurdity of Netflix potentially throwing around 'crazy money' for fights has everyone questioning if they can really compete with the UFC's established empire. It's a wild ride of speculation and humor that keeps listeners engaged!
“And there are showings and Netflix encourages that. And I'm going actually all over the world talking at showings now. The schedule is like crazy. Do you ever think like how crazy it is that you're this one person that's sounding the alarm? Because you kind of are the most public face of this problem. That is a little crazy to me, especially given where I've come from. What if you didn't exist? This is the question. Oh, there are many, many people pushing back. Many, many …”
“And there are showings and Netflix encourages that. And I'm going actually all over the world talking at showings now. The schedule is like crazy. Do you ever think like how crazy it is that you're this one person that's sounding the alarm? Because you kind of are the most public face of this problem. That is a little crazy to me, especially given where I've come from. What if you didn't exist? This is the question. Oh, there are many, many people pushing back. Many, many people. Right, but I don't know if they're doing it as publicly as you are, and certainly not. I mean, they haven't been on this podcast. There are many that are. I, you know, I feel lucky that I've had this opportunity. Like speaking to you and your followers and other podcasts. And then having the opportunity to have designed this intervention and have …”
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In a wild twist, the guest suggests getting the Pope on board to spread awareness about toxic chemicals, highlighting how little medical education covers these crucial topics. The back-and-forth reveals the absurdity of ignoring essential health issues while focusing on test-driven education, making the conversation both enlightening and humorous.
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The new Netflix comedy 'Big Mistakes' by Dan Levy struggles with its inciting incident, leaving viewers questioning the plot's foundation. The show, which features Levy as a pastor entangled in crime, falters when the protagonist fails to retrieve a crucial necklace from a casket, undermining the narrative's credibility. Despite this, there's hope for future seasons as the series finds its footing towards the end.
“… and just talking shit with your fingers what did no it's crazy right with their zero followers and zero like following well there's this new show on netflix called age of attraction where age is uh”
“… you susan from arkansas but also like your profile picture is chris's profile picture like it's not you you know yeah exactly like these women who are coming for you it's like you we have private profiles of like imagine having a private profile and just talking shit with your fingers what did no it's crazy right with their zero followers and zero like following well there's this new show on netflix called age of attraction where age is uh”
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In Netflix's new show 'Age of Attraction', the discussion centers around societal judgments on women's appearances and age. A participant reflects on her personal struggles, highlighting how external pressures and health issues can impact one's self-image, while confronting the negativity from online critics. The segment emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and resilience amidst societal expectations.
“… to me recently? Have you watched, maybe your girls are too young, but I think they'll still enjoy it. Have you watched Demon K-Pop Hunter on Netflix? No, no, no. I've seen it. Can I tell you? K-Pop Demon Hunters, I think. I started this movie In the first like three minutes I was like Ah this is not for me And then 40 minutes later I was sitting there on the couch Completely mesmerized Completely entertained Just like bopping along Just like Like every day That's just me like singing along Just like You're my soda pop You're my nana soda pop I can't explain it Yeah But it's what you're …”
“… about something else that we go is that sometimes the the reward is not that you get it immediately It that you don know when it going to happen And then all of a sudden you go That it This is it. Wow. I'm into something. You know where that happened to me recently? Have you watched, maybe your girls are too young, but I think they'll still enjoy it. Have you watched Demon K-Pop Hunter on Netflix? No, no, no. I've seen it. Can I tell you? K-Pop Demon Hunters, I think. I started this movie In the first like three minutes I was like Ah this is not for me And then 40 minutes later I was sitting there on the couch Completely mesmerized Completely entertained Just like bopping along Just like Like every day That's just me like singing along Just like You're my soda pop You're my nana soda pop I can't explain it Yeah But it's what you're saying I gave it a chance I went with it And now I got the reward but if if i if i succumbed to that initial instinct that three minutes four minutes i would have gone this is not for me but that's very oh sorry malcolm that's very similar to what stand-up comedy really is it's like raising children you suspend disbelief and you just go with the flow …”
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Despite initial doubts, I found myself completely captivated by 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' on Netflix. This animated series flips the narrative on audience engagement, illustrating how a show can win over viewers long after the first few minutes. It highlights the importance of giving content a chance beyond initial impressions.
“… yeah they can just assassin they can just make people disappear constantly well listen i mean i just watched the jeffrey epstein documentary on netflix there are still i agree jason i agree that like there that this was sort of a trope of the time where like the governor or senators could get you know there were no systems of checks and balances but you think of jeffrey epstein and what happened there and why he's not serving time in a small um box for the rest of his life for his crimes Like, I do wonder about these men in power and what they're capable of. One hundred. I agree with you one …”
“… know I get like yeah yeah Just just just to a just a humble show him he could like i have the power to do well it is it this is another one of those movies from the like the 80s and 90s in which um people in power have a level of power that is so great yeah they can just assassin they can just make people disappear constantly well listen i mean i just watched the jeffrey epstein documentary on netflix there are still i agree jason i agree that like there that this was sort of a trope of the time where like the governor or senators could get you know there were no systems of checks and balances but you think of jeffrey epstein and what happened there and why he's not serving time in a small um box for the rest of his life for his crimes Like, I do wonder about these men in power and what they're capable of. One hundred. I agree with you one hundred percent in that regard. But they're killing each other. You know what I mean? Like they're like what I'm like, I agree they can like make their power allows for them to exert power over powerless. No, but I'm talking about how Jeffrey Epstein was able to commit suicide in that prison. Oh, oh. Like that people will turn the other way. People …”
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The hosts hilariously dissect how 'Bridgerton' feels like it was written by clueless kids who only know the basics of sex. With wild theories about pubic hair and autopsies, the banter escalates into a ridiculous discussion about power dynamics and the absurdities of 90s thrillers, making it both absurdly funny and thought-provoking.
“… of this whole industry. And I'd never watched F1 before, but Apple's making it accessible. So I actually picked up the drives to survive thing that Netflix did and watched. I've not watched all of it yet, but I've got through like episode six in time to watch the Melbourne race that happened on, I think, Friday night or Saturday. Okay. Sorry, my mind is just thinking, is it actually out in the UK? I should look into that. Is it only American stuff? It's got to be worldwide, isn't it? Because F1 is worldwide. Well, Apple only has the distribution rights in the United States, and Sky TV still does …”
“… how how a car is put together I can kind of tell you what a brand is when it driving by But um i always enjoyed it and so like I love gran turismo the video game and I really love the F1 movie And that movie helped kind of reignite this uh love of this whole industry. And I'd never watched F1 before, but Apple's making it accessible. So I actually picked up the drives to survive thing that Netflix did and watched. I've not watched all of it yet, but I've got through like episode six in time to watch the Melbourne race that happened on, I think, Friday night or Saturday. Okay. Sorry, my mind is just thinking, is it actually out in the UK? I should look into that. Is it only American stuff? It's got to be worldwide, isn't it? Because F1 is worldwide. Well, Apple only has the distribution rights in the United States, and Sky TV still does the rest of the world. And the rights apparently are very, very strict to the point that Apple has like extra geotagging layers over top of its stream to make sure even a VPN won't let you watch it. That actually makes me feel less impressed that I've managed to miss it because I don't have Sky for it. Oh, okay. But I also – there's a bit – I'm a …”
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Watching the Melbourne race reignited my love for racing, thanks to Netflix's 'Drive to Survive.' Despite not being a gearhead, the show's accessibility made Formula 1 thrilling for me. The race felt fast-paced and exciting, a stark contrast to the repetitive nature of NASCAR, and I can't wait to see more.
“… destroying their mind and body, killing themselves for somebody's viewing pleasure. It's crazy. It's. And here's what's even more fucked up. Netflix just bought this. Netflix just bought this streamers channel. I am. I am enraged at this. Netflix has just bought all of these kind of torture rooms where people are killing themselves because they had a big meeting at Netflix and they said, this kind of thing needs to be on our service. We've almost got everything. So the team at Netflix has purchased the these live stream chat rooms, these begging channels. What do you call them? What do you …”
“… always known about the dark web, the kiddie porn and all the horrible, you know, shit like that that's out there, you know, hiring the hit man for the wife, all the stuff. But this stuff, these begging challenges where you're, you know, people are literally destroying their mind and body, killing themselves for somebody's viewing pleasure. It's crazy. It's. And here's what's even more fucked up. Netflix just bought this. Netflix just bought this streamers channel. I am. I am enraged at this. Netflix has just bought all of these kind of torture rooms where people are killing themselves because they had a big meeting at Netflix and they said, this kind of thing needs to be on our service. We've almost got everything. So the team at Netflix has purchased the these live stream chat rooms, these begging channels. What do you call them? What do you call these things? Cyber begging challenges. Netflix got together and they said, let me ask you, have you heard of cyber begging? Have you heard of it? Have you heard of it? One of the young executives is like, no, what's that? Wink, wink. And they go, you know what it is. It's a place where people beg people to do crazy stuff and some of them …”
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A man named Sergio Jimenez Ramos livestreamed his own death while consuming cocaine and alcohol, encouraged by paying viewers. Found unresponsive in his bedroom, his death highlights the disturbing trend of 'cyber begging' where individuals harm themselves for online entertainment. This dark phenomenon raises serious questions about the ethics of streaming platforms, especially after Netflix's acquisition of such content.
“… That's kind of how I felt. The postseason is when I really get into baseball, but I do love a good kind of season opener period. Did you watch the Netflix broadcast of the so the sometimes I think what they used to do is they'd have opening day and all across major leagues like at one in the afternoon all the teams would play and now they're doing a thing where there's like one opening night game and it was this year it was the yankees at san francisco and it was broadcast on netflix did you happen to watch i did actually because i wanted to see like how much their i guess live streaming stuff …”
“… I can definitely say you are better dressed for this episode than I am. It's all about the hat that no one can see, but I'm wearing a Yankees hat. So and I'm wearing no hat. I should have a Yankees hat on to celebrate opening of the baseball season. That's kind of how I felt. The postseason is when I really get into baseball, but I do love a good kind of season opener period. Did you watch the Netflix broadcast of the so the sometimes I think what they used to do is they'd have opening day and all across major leagues like at one in the afternoon all the teams would play and now they're doing a thing where there's like one opening night game and it was this year it was the yankees at san francisco and it was broadcast on netflix did you happen to watch i did actually because i wanted to see like how much their i guess live streaming stuff has improved for sports stuff i thought it was great actually i thought it did a good job i thought it was awful Really? Explain why. In terms of being live, I think it was fine. Okay, okay. But the actual telecast was horrible. The score bug in the corner was so big as a rectangle, but yet used fonts that were like 12-point type. You'd have to be …”
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Netflix's attempt at broadcasting the baseball season opener fell flat, with poor camera quality and distracting interviews overshadowing the game's historic moments. The first use of a new automatic ball-strike rule was ignored during a critical moment, leaving viewers confused. While the Yankees won, the execution of the broadcast highlighted the challenges of live sports streaming for a platform not accustomed to it.
“… I will say- I'm not. I'm not. You know what? I just woke up because I have a dentist appointment. Oh, okay. I think the important thing is damages. Netflix owes money for an explanation. All of us an apology. Yes, they do. Well, I don't see how you guys come into it. I don't see how you guys come into it. No, we're there. We're part of your lore now. No, no. Please, no damages for you. We're part of it. There is, you mentioned legacy though, right? You mentioned legacy and the idea of there's a legal claim of false light where it's, you know, it's highly offensive. Your professional legacy, where …”
“… So AI is reading the Saturday Evening Post? No, no, no. I don't think it's reading. Someone has entered this data into the platform. And I guess the point is the verification is the important part. And I will, I know you're falling asleep, Conan, but I will say- I'm not. I'm not. You know what? I just woke up because I have a dentist appointment. Oh, okay. I think the important thing is damages. Netflix owes money for an explanation. All of us an apology. Yes, they do. Well, I don't see how you guys come into it. I don't see how you guys come into it. No, we're there. We're part of your lore now. No, no. Please, no damages for you. We're part of it. There is, you mentioned legacy though, right? You mentioned legacy and the idea of there's a legal claim of false light where it's, you know, it's highly offensive. Your professional legacy, where you came from, where you started, right? They were- That. Am I right? And I knew when I used this word, but I'm going to use it again. I've been using a lot lately. They're getting some Riz off of my name, right? Yes. I don't think they are. You used it right. Suddenly they're like Ansel Elgort. I'm going to use it again. I'm using a lot lately. …”
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Netflix may owe an apology and damages for misusing names in its content, raising questions about AI's role in verification. During a podcast, the hosts debated whether Netflix is leveraging personal legacies for profit without consent, highlighting the potential legal implications of AI-generated content. This conversation underscores the urgent need for transparency and accountability in the age of artificial intelligence.
“… in which she's playing Mia Hamm in the biopic of the U.S. women's soccer team. And is apparently going to be in a remake of 13 Going on 30. Yes. For Netflix. Which was met with a lot of hand-wringing among the 13 going on 30 conversation, like a community. Do you consider yourself amongst them? I'm not a member of that community. So, listen, I respect Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo immensely, but they can remake that. You respect them immensely. Immensely. Immensely. I think I've seen it. I think I've seen it. It's just, it's not one of my ones. I think I was a little too old when it happened. …”
“… her was in paranormal activity next of kin okay which she was the star of which was i think the Amish set Paranormal Activity movie directed by William Eubank one of the great underrated program directors She's got two movies coming out. The 99ers, in which she's playing Mia Hamm in the biopic of the U.S. women's soccer team. And is apparently going to be in a remake of 13 Going on 30. Yes. For Netflix. Which was met with a lot of hand-wringing among the 13 going on 30 conversation, like a community. Do you consider yourself amongst them? I'm not a member of that community. So, listen, I respect Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo immensely, but they can remake that. You respect them immensely. Immensely. Immensely. I think I've seen it. I think I've seen it. It's just, it's not one of my ones. I think I was a little too old when it happened. You were neither 13 nor 30. Correct. So I we saw her at the DGAs and I was just like, God damn, that that's pretty much why she's on this list. Yeah, she's just very striking and has something that is extremely rare, I think, in actors, which is I will call a Sandra Bullock quality. She's not the hottest actress ever. she's not maybe not Meryl Streep …”
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Emily Bader, known for her role in 'Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin', is making waves as she prepares to portray Mia Hamm in the upcoming biopic 'The 99ers' and star in a Netflix remake of '13 Going on 30'. Her relatable charm and striking presence have drawn comparisons to Sandra Bullock, making her a compelling pick for future Oscar discussions. The segment highlights her unique qualities that resonate with modern audiences, setting her up as a potential breakout star.
“… But it is the nature of capitalism to intrude on more and more of our lives, more and more of our time. There was an interview with the president of Netflix who was explaining in regard to competition over an acquisition or something like, we're not competing with other streaming services. We're competing with your dream time. Yeah, this is Reed Hastings years ago who said our primary competitor is sleep. It's one of the more dystopic things I've heard a CEO say. I know, it really is. And they are competing with the part of our consciousness that wants to think its own thoughts, because there's …”
“much more likely to think independently. You know, how do you think independently when you're scrolling. You don't. You react, but you're not setting the agenda. You're letting an algorithm set the agenda. But it is the nature of capitalism to intrude on more and more of our lives, more and more of our time. There was an interview with the president of Netflix who was explaining in regard to competition over an acquisition or something like, we're not competing with other streaming services. We're competing with your dream time. Yeah, this is Reed Hastings years ago who said our primary competitor is sleep. It's one of the more dystopic things I've heard a CEO say. I know, it really is. And they are competing with the part of our consciousness that wants to think its own thoughts, because there's more money to be made if we think their thoughts. I particularly loved the coda, the final chapter. You go spend time with Joan Halifax, a great Zen teacher. and she has a line in there that coming as it does at the end of this very heady book she says that she has divested herself from all meaning yeah and you go to talk to her and she basically …”
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In a striking commentary on capitalism's intrusion into our consciousness, the podcast discusses how Netflix's CEO once stated that their primary competitor is not other streaming services but rather our sleep. This reflects a deeper concern about how algorithms shape our thoughts and limit independent thinking, as highlighted by the experience of Michael Pollan with Zen teacher Joan Halifax, who emphasizes the importance of divesting from meaning in a world dominated by external influences. Pollan's exploration reveals the tension between consumerism and genuine consciousness.
“… health and the rights of women and girls. The marketing material also refers to her record-breaking podcast, Archetypes, and her globally celebrated Netflix series, With Love, Megan, and her lifestyle brand, As Ever. both archetypes and with love megan were dropped by spotify and netflix fyi and there was absolutely nothing record about her stupid podcast which was insufferable and no one listened to the the pablum that this woman puts out there one of the world most influential women What a joke Well I think they living in a fantasy world So in that case it may actually be accurate. And it's …”
“She bills herself as a mother, wife, entrepreneur and humanitarian. She says recognized by time and vogue as one of the world's most influential women. I mean, literally nobody believes that. She remains a dedicated champion of mental health and the rights of women and girls. The marketing material also refers to her record-breaking podcast, Archetypes, and her globally celebrated Netflix series, With Love, Megan, and her lifestyle brand, As Ever. both archetypes and with love megan were dropped by spotify and netflix fyi and there was absolutely nothing record about her stupid podcast which was insufferable and no one listened to the the pablum that this woman puts out there one of the world most influential women What a joke Well I think they living in a fantasy world So in that case it may actually be accurate. And it's funny, out of everyone I've spoken to or I've read about online, I have never seen or heard a positive review of Meghan Markle. Everyone finds her to be so insufferable and so disingenuous, which is why in part her Netflix series got canceled, because it felt very scripted. And a royal expert told Fox News that this was an opportunity to get to know the …”
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Despite being labeled one of the world's most influential women, Meghan Markle's public image is crumbling. Her projects, including a podcast and Netflix series, have been canceled, leading many to question her authenticity and appeal. Critics argue that her self-created persona is more of a fantasy than reality, leaving audiences uninterested and unimpressed.
“… we'll see um okay let's zag and go to uh jane austin land okay so our listener jazz wrote in uh about the upcoming pride and prejudice yes hitting netflix this year asking uh do y'all have feelings about jack loud and playing mr darcy any takes there any thoughts of a general dislike of a blonde mr darcy i've been seeing on twitter which is sad leave my boy alone emma corn is lizzie ain't my fave but i ain't mad neither so right upcoming pride and prejudice adaptation yeah what are your thoughts and feelings on it i can't wait i i am a jane austin obsessive i took a jane austin course in college …”
“more on this podcast maybe not we'll see um okay let's zag and go to uh jane austin land okay so our listener jazz wrote in uh about the upcoming pride and prejudice yes hitting netflix this year asking uh do y'all have feelings about jack loud and playing mr darcy any takes there any thoughts of a general dislike of a blonde mr darcy i've been seeing on twitter which is sad leave my boy alone emma corn is lizzie ain't my fave but i ain't mad neither so right upcoming pride and prejudice adaptation yeah what are your thoughts and feelings on it i can't wait i i am a jane austin obsessive i took a jane austin course in college like i love jane austin i would say i'm pretty rusty. It's been, you know, quite a while since I've revisited the source text, though I did just receive a beautiful new box set from my lovely husband, so I'll dive back in and refresh myself. But I'm like, I'm one of these Jane Austen fans where you could give me 500 Pride and Prejudice adaptations …”
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Fans are buzzing about the upcoming Netflix adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice,' particularly regarding Jack Loudon's casting as Mr. Darcy. While some express skepticism over his blonde hair, others highlight his impressive performances, including his role in 'Slow Horses.' With Olivia Colman as Mrs. Bennet, expectations are high for this new take on a beloved classic.
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