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The first and only podcast bringing you weekly case studies in the pop culture of a dying empire. Every Wednesday, co-hosts Josh, Brian, and A.J. dissect an artifact of popular culture, breaking down how its narrative choices reflect or subvert the reactionary political project. From video games to movies to theater to an apparently infinite supply of evangelical Christian radio drama, we expose the machinations of the worst of all possible worlds in order to figure out how to build a better one. Also, we have bits.
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Wednesday May 15, 2024
138 - Baby Reindeer
Wednesday May 15, 2024
Wednesday May 15, 2024
THIS IS A PREVIEW. FOR THE FULL EPISODE, GO TO Patreon.com/worstofall
The lads grab their iFoNeS and spam your inbox as they dive headlong into the nightmarish world of stalking and stand up comedy that is Richard Gadd’s hit 2024 Netflix series: Baby Reindeer. Topics include the show’s origins as autobiography, the incredible performances, and what, if anything, artists owe their real-life subjects in a world addicted to true crime.
CW: Frank discussions of sexual assault and stalking.
Media Referenced in this Episode:
- Baby Reindeer. Netflix, 2024.
- “‘Baby Reindeer’ Star Richard Gadd Questioned By Producers Over Dating Actress Who Auditioned For Hit Netflix Series” by Jake Kanter. Deadline. May 3rd, 2024.
- Reddit Thread About Richard Gadd’s Previous Edinburgh Shows
- “Richard Gadd on Baby Reindeer-the shocking truth behind the Netflix hit” by Susannah Butter. The Times. January 21st, 2024.
TWOAPW theme by Brendan Dalton: Patreon // brendan-dalton.com // brendandalton.bandcamp.com
Commercial: “The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2024"
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