Best Tracy Cring Podcasts (2025)

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The Shawshank Redemption: Deep Thoughts About Friendship, Slow Storytelling, and the Role of Prisons in American Pop Culture 59:28

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Send us a text Though it's now consistently named #1 on IMDB's top 250 list of classic movies, Frank Darabont's 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption started out as a commercial flop with no pop culture cache. It's understandable why Shawshank struggled to find its audience: there's no romance or women, the storytelling is slow with anything resemblin…

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What’s Up With Superman? 27:03

1d ago27:03

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Jon & Tracy are talking behind-the-scenes filmmaking, Fantastic Four & Superman reviews, classic film The Passenger, Jaws documentary, Roger Corman’s influence, Steven Soderbergh’s work, collaborative scriptwriting, character description tips, decline of adult-oriented cinema, and more! 🎥 Youtube: https://youtu.be/jIRERwmlGhU 🍎Apple: https://tinyur…

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“Tainted Love by Soft Cell (f/Paul Menotiades) 45:06

2d ago45:06

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This week, our good friend Paul Menotiades returns to help us unpack the unlikely rise of Soft Cell’s 1981 synth-pop smash, “Tainted Love.” Originally a 1965 Northern Soul obscurity by Gloria Jones, Soft Cell's eerie, slowed-down cover became a global sensation, topping charts in 17 countries and spending a record-breaking 43 weeks on the U.S. Bill…

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173: Aisling Bea Parties with Paul Rudd, Splits the G & Spills on Irish Love Island Contestants?! 1:01:17

4d ago1:01:17

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Irish comedy royalty Aisling Bea joins Grace to chat partying with Paul Rudd, dodgy Guinness setups, and why Irish Love Island lads hit different. Plus, they cover everything from dry sh*tes and maggot behaviour to espresso martini disasters, millennial TikTok confusion, and first-time horror stories. Aisling’s new stand-up tour, Older Than Jesus, …

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The Beastmaster: Deep Thoughts About Storytelling Conventions, Covert Blood Libel, and Marc Singer's Glistening...Line Delivery 53:47

6d ago53:47

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Send us a text I have my eyes... I have my cunning... and I have my strength. This obscure sword-and-sorcery fantasy film from the early 1980s was a staple of the Guy sisters' formative pop culture years because it was on regular rotation on HBO (which people jokingly claimed stood for "Hey! Beastmaster's on!"). This week, Tracie delves back into t…

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What's Up With Bloodlines? 32:56

9d ago32:56

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Jon and Tracy Cring are back for Season 4 of Married to Movies. In episode 72, they cover creativity in writing, Final Destination Bloodlines, and get a little political. 🎥 Youtube: https://youtu.be/HtCG7vWEFVE 🍎Apple: https://tinyurl.com/OnApplePods 🎙️Spotify: https://t.ly/wTez3 Insta: @marriedtomoviespod TikTok: @marriedtomovies Facebook: http://…

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“Runaway” by Del Shannon (f/ Scott Mellinger) 52:09

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In this episode, we're joined by special guest Scott Mellinger to explore Del Shannon's 1961 chart-topping hit, "Runaway." This early rock and roll classic is renowned for its haunting falsetto vocals and the groundbreaking Musitron solo—a keyboard instrument invented by Shannon's collaborator, Max Crook, that added a futuristic flair to the track.…

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172: Love Island's Tommy REVEALS Truth Behind Lucy’s Voicenote, Villa Divide, and Why He Nearly Quit! 53:46

13d ago53:46

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Love Island legend (and newly crowned king of comebacks) Tommy Bradley joins Grace for a chaotic debrief on literally everything that went down in the villa. From nearly quitting the show in week one to accidentally going viral with his “lamppost” insult — and how he REALLY feels about THAT voicenote. 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER T…

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Titanic: Deep Thoughts About Pop Culture Feminism, Jack as a Trans Man, and the Relative Buoyancy of Wardrobe Doors 53:23

15d ago53:23

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Send us a text Draw me like one of your French girls... This week, Emily finally introduces Tracie to the pop culture juggernaut Titanic, which the elder Guy sister somehow completely missed. Even in 1997, Emily appreciated how the spectacle, costumes, special effects, and even the storytelling serve writer and director James Cameron's purpose, bec…

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“Who Let the Dogs Out” by Baha Men (f/ Jim Logrando) 39:48

17d ago39:48

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Twenty-five years ago, Baha Men unleashed “Who Let the Dogs Out” on the world—and whether you loved it or hated it, there’s no denying its impact. This week, we’re joined by our friend Jim Logrando to celebrate the song’s silver anniversary and dig into everything we never knew about this Bahamian group's wild ride. From Grammy wins and Kids' Choic…

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171: Zeze Millz On McGregor DM Drama, ‘Scissor Season’ & Love Island’s Messiest Man?! 51:29

20d ago51:29

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Podcaster and out-spoken queen Zeze Millz dropped by to chat about all the latest internet tea, from SZA & Nicki, the messiest men on Love Island and MORE! Plus, Zeze and Grace discuss coming out in the public eye, and discuss 'Is 2025 the year of the scissor?' 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in b…

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Mrs. Doubtfire: Deep Thoughts About Cringe Comedy, Feminist Backlash, and Hairy Leg Appreciation 52:54

22d ago52:54

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Send us a text It was a run-by fruiting! Revisiting the beloved 1993 Robin Williams film Mrs. Doubtfire this week was a reminder to Tracie that you can never go home again. Though she was expecting some early nineties transphobia (and was mostly pleased at its absence), she was horrified to realize the film's plot relied on a kind of men's rights a…

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“Surfin’ Bird” by The Trashmen (f/Trevor Leonard and Jim Logrando) 47:31

23d ago47:31

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This week, we're finally diving into the unhinged surf-rock chaos of The Trashmen’s “Surfin’ Bird”—a Patreon pick that, frankly, we can’t believe we haven’t covered until now. This 1963 burst of raw energy, stitched together from two Rivingtons songs, has been called everything from a novelty hit to an early blueprint for punk rock. With its unforg…

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170: Tiktok STARS Paul & ‘Stop It’ Morgan Write Each Other A Love Poem, Smell Each Other’s Breaths AND Morgan’s Lesbian Advice?! 45:09

27d ago45:09

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TikTok power couple Paul & Morgan are are HERE! They dish out all the goss on their relationship, becoming parents, that time Paul got worms… AND Morgan’s iconic Lesbian advice for Grace. Plus, tune in for Grace, Paul & Morgan writing each other a love poem. Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, Grace is swinging out of the jungle and straight on…

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Mannequin: Deep Thoughts About Hiding Seriously Subversive Messages in Deeply Unserious Movies 53:44

29d ago53:44

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Send us a text Two things I love to do: fight and kiss boys! This week, Emily revisits another of the silly Pygmalion movies from the Guy girls' childhood: Michael Gottlieb's 1987 film Mannequin, starring Kim Cattrall, Meshach Taylor, and Andrew McCarthy. While the story of an underemployed Philadelphia artist who falls in love with a department st…

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“Your Love” by The Outfield (f/ Johnny Yetsconish) 1:01:20

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This week, Johnny Yetsconish joins us to celebrate The Outfield’s timeless 1986 hit, “Your Love.” Though the British trio enjoyed a string of modest successes in the '80s, it's this power-pop anthem—with its unforgettable opening lyric and soaring vocals—that has etched itself into the fabric of pop culture. From its origins on the triple-platinum …

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169: Jill Scott Teaches Grace Football, Women's Predictions & Is Grace Doing Soccer Aid?! 49:20

1M ago49:20

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Queen of football and the Jungle is Here! Join ex England Football player Jill Scott and Grace as they catch up about partying at Glastonbury, playing football with celebs at Soccer Aid and teaching Grace football terms. Plus, Jill gives her Women’s Euros predictions! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyo…

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Weird Science: Deep Thoughts on Pygmalion, Women's Agency, and Why 1980s Movies Thought Computers Were Magic 54:40

1M ago54:40

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Send us a text So, what would you little maniacs like to do first? This week, Tracie takes a deep dive into Weird Science: yet another of the John Hughes movies that helped to define Gen X pop culture. This 1985 teen comedy is a modern retelling of Pygmalion, the Greek myth that finds a sculptor falling in love with his artwork that comes to life. …

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The 1985 Albums Fantasy Auction Draft 58:58

1M ago58:58

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Get ready for a battle of musical nostalgia in The 1985 Albums Fantasy Auction Draft, where Chris and Matt are joined by fellow music lovers Matthew Milligan and Tony Hartman to bid on the best albums of a stacked year in music. From blockbuster releases like Songs from the Big Chair and No Jacket Required to cult favorites like Tim and Dare to Be …

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168: Chloe Burrows Is Wifed Off, Turning Dirty For Thirty & DM’ing Joe From Basement Yard?! 44:20

1M ago44:20

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Queen of Love Island Chloe Burrows is BACK on the pod and she’s updating all on her new man, her life now as an influencer and this season’s Love Island. Plus, Chloe reveals what it was like being on stage with the Basement Yard on their UK tour! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, Grace i…

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Independence Day: Deep Thoughts About American Exceptionalism, Sci Fi Disaster Movies, and Jeff Goldblum in a Flight Suit 50:59

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Send us a text Welcome to Earth. The 1996 Roland Emmerich-helmed film Independence Day was one of the touchstone movies for Emily's generation, so her flabber was absolutely gasted to learn Tracie had never seen it until a few years ago. Just in time for the 4th of July, Emily walks Tracie through what made this movie such a monumental hit in the U…

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"Space Lord" by Monster Magnet (f/Jim Logrando) 49:10

2M ago49:10

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This week, Jim Logrando sits in to discuss the spaced-out swagger of Monster Magnet’s 1998 hit “Space Lord.” As a loyal listener since discovering the band in the late '90s, Jim brings his passion for these groove metal pioneers to the table as we dig into their unlikely brush with mainstream success. With its psychedelic riffs, tongue-in-cheek bra…

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167: TikTokers The Famileigh Are Embracing Cringe, Harrison’s Going Through Heartbreak & Grace Has No Rhythm?! 49:32

2M ago49:32

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The Famileigh have swapped dancing on tiktok for the Saving Grace pod. Join Paul and his two sons Harrison & Travis as they spill the tea on their rise to fame on TikTok, their true family dynamics, and Harrison’s recent heart break AND they play Saved By The Bell! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone …

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Encyclopedia Brown with Adam Gwon: Deep Thoughts About Potatoes, Problem Plays, and Pop Culture Expectations for Detective Stories 52:09

2M ago52:09

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Send us a text 25 cents per day, plus expenses. No case too small! Adam Gwon, Emily's childhood friend and award-winning musical theater writer, joins the Guy sisters today to share how Donald Sobol's Encyclopedia Brown had an outsize influence on his understanding of storytelling. The delightful format of each short Encyclopedia Brown mystery--whi…

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“Down (feat. Lil Wayne)” by Jay Sean (f/ Andrés) 1:00:12

2M ago1:00:12

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Back in the fall of 2009, an unexpected voice from the UK took over American radio when Jay Sean’s “Down” (featuring Lil Wayne) knocked the Black Eyed Peas off the top of the charts after their epic run. This week on One Hit Thunder, Andrés joins us to revisit that moment in time—when ringtone sales mattered, Cash Money Records was everywhere, and …

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166: Dani Harmer Tells Grace To Bog Off, STEALING from Tracy Beaker Set & Inspired Stormzy Lyrics! 45:19

2M ago45:19

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TV icon and legend Dani Harmer was the voice of a generation when she played Tracey Beaker and now she’s here on the chaise lounge. Dani spills all on her experience as a child actress, how the role of Tracey inspired Stormzy and other celebs as well as breaking the internet with her first TikTok. Plus, Dani helps some of YOU with your dilemmas. 🌴🐍…

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Rosemary's Baby with Ryan Cunningham: Deep Thoughts About Gaslighting, Monstrous Men, and Satanism in Pop Culture 1:19:35

2M ago1:19:35

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Send us a text This is no dream! This is really happening! On this week's episode, Tracie and Emily are delighted to welcome award-winning writer/director and producer Ryan Cunningham to talk about Rosemary's Baby, the film that most influenced her own filmmaking and storytelling--but also made her wonder if she was a bad feminist considering the t…

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“My Boo” by Ghost Town DJs 31:44

2M ago31:44

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This week, we explore the surprising journey of Ghost Town DJs’ 1996 single “My Boo,” a track that quietly debuted on the So So Def Bass All-Stars compilation before becoming a Top 40 hit. Though the group disbanded after two underperforming albums, this smooth blend of R&B vocals and Miami bass beats found new life two decades later, thanks to the…

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165: Grace & Eyelashes Address That VIRAL Painting, Their Holiday Mishaps & 1 Year Anniversary?! 40:38

2M ago40:38

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Grace and her girlfriend Eyelashes (Ella) are back from their holiday and there’s LOTS to debrief on: all the lesbians in Greece, their 1 year anniversary plans, and shouting at men from boats. They also paint each other after THAT painting of Grace went viral. Plus, there's a new show feature that involves YOU! Tune in to find out how to get invol…

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Poltergeist: Deep Thoughts About the Feminine Archetype in Pop Culture, Dubious Parenting Decisions, and Respect for the Dead 52:40

2M ago52:40

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Send us a text They're heeeeere! In a moment that would echo through the 42 years that followed, Tracie and Emily's father let the girls watch the 1982 film Poltergeist on TV sometime in 1983, when the sisters were only 7 and 4 years old. This classic of pop culture horror drew the Guy girls in because of 5-year-old Heather O'Rourke, the adorable b…

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“Pop Goes the Weasel” by 3rd Bass (f/ PJ Caruso) 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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This past year, we witnessed a diss track win Grammys and get performed at the Super Bowl, but over three decades ago, there was another diss track that became an unlikely hit. “Pop Goes the Weasel” by 3rd Bass took aim at Vanilla Ice and the growing commercialization of hip-hop, delivering biting bars over a beat laced with samples from Peter Gabr…

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164: Katherine Ryan Gifted Her Mum A Facelift & Cast Grace In A Hooter Biopic?! 56:34

2M ago56:34

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This week the queen of comedy Katherine Ryan is here and nothing is off topic. From Kris Jenner’s facelift, being the coolest mum at school drop off, breaking up couples at her tour and making her way in the man’s world that is comedy. Plus, Grace would get a boob job for a tv show?! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, g…

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Firefly and Serenity: Deep Thoughts About Storytelling, Strawberries, and Sci Fi Cowboys 54:15

2M ago54:15

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Send us a text May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one. When Tracie first encountered the fan-favorite Western-in-space television show Firefly 20 years ago, she was delighted by Joss Whedon's subversion of tropes, his mastery of the written word, and his commitment to excellent storytelling. At the time, Whedon was …

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“Mad World” by Gary Jules (f/ Nichole Vatcher) 48:15

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This week, Matt and I welcome Nichole Vatcher—cohost of the brilliant podcast Nevermind the Music—for a deep dive into Gary Jules’ haunting 2001 cover of “Mad World.” Originally a minor hit for a young Tears for Fears, the song took on a whole new life thanks to its stripped-down piano arrangement and its eerie, unforgettable appearance in Donnie D…

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163: Lucinda Strafford’s Hot Girl Summer, Dropping Out of Love Island & Her Dream F1 Driver Date! 59:57

3M ago59:57

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Influencer and Love Island legend Lucinda Stafford is here and she’s got all the goss on why she dropped out of Love Island All Stars this year. Plus, she spills the tea on her influencing career from meeting F1 drivers she wants to date and what brand trips with other influencers are really like. Plus, Grace & Lucinda play Saved By The Bell! 🌴🐍✨ A…

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The Dark Crystal: Deep Thoughts About False Binaries, World Building, and What Emily Isn't Willing to Accept From Her Puppets 50:09

3M ago50:09

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Send us a text What was sundered and undone shall be whole–the two made one. On today's episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t, Emily returns to a beloved film from the Guy girls' childhood: Jim Henson's 1982 epic fantasy The Dark Crystal. Though the film's main character Jen the Gelfling follows the familiar beats of the hero's journey, baby E…

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“Got You (Where I Want You)” by The Flys (f/ Rishi Bahl) 1:14:30

3M ago1:14:30

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In the late '90s, The Flys had us all in a trance with their brooding alt-rock anthem “Got You (Where I Want You),” a song that buzzed through movie trailers, TV shows, and the Disturbing Behavior soundtrack like a late-summer fever dream. But just as quickly as they soared, they crash-landed into the used CD bins of America. This week, we’re joine…

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162: Bethan Kershaw "Bad Men Made Me Celibate" To Becoming A Wellness Girlie! 51:53

3M ago51:53

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Influencer and Reality TV queen Bethan Kershaw is here! From her new found spiritual journey to choosing to be celibate after dating a series of bad men, Bethan shares all. Plus, Bethan teaches Grace about tantric sex and they book a wellness retreat?! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, G…

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Splash: Deep Thoughts About Mermaids, Male Masturbatory Fantasies, and How Pop Culture Created the Name Madison 52:53

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Send us a text All my life I've been waiting for someone and when I find her, she's... she's a fish. When Tracie and Emily saw the 1984 Ron Howard film Splash as little girls, they fell in love with the badass mermaid played by Daryl Hannah. She was smart, determined, and romantic--and she had a gorgeous tail she could unfurl in Tom Hanks' bathtub.…

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“Bust a Move” by Young MC 50:41

3M ago50:41

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This week, our Patreon pals picked a song that had Matt and I cuttin’ a rug down memory lane—Young MC’s 1989 smash hit “Bust a Move.” From penning hits for Tone Loc to grabbing a Grammy and storming the charts, Young MC made the most of a short but unforgettable moment in the spotlight. We dig into how the song came together, the role Delicious Vin…

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161: Ella & Grace Are Out Of Bed, It’s Ella’s Birthday & Channing Tatum Followed Grace?! 37:39

3M ago37:39

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Grace’s Girlfriend Ella is back on the pod and she’s got all the tea about her birthday. Plus, Grace & Ella play a game of ‘How Well Do You Know Me’ and thing’s get competitive! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, Grace is swinging out of the jungle and straight onto the stage for the Savi…

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Stand By Me: Deep Thoughts About Nostalgia, Mental Health, and Cherry-Flavored Pez 1:00:41

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Send us a text Mickey's a mouse, Donald's a duck, Pluto's a dog. What's Goofy? Emily and Tracie always assumed their father loved the 1986 Rob Reiner film Stand By Me because the music and pop culture references were a delightful reminder of his childhood. Reiner’s period masterpiece features incredible performances from its child actors–a rarity i…

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“Supersonic” by J.J. Fad (f/ Alex Goldman) 54:39

3M ago54:39

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This week, we’re joined by podcast legend Alex Goldman—of Reply All and HyperFixed fame—to dive into the high-speed legacy of J.J. Fad’s 1988 hit “Supersonic.” Whether you remember it from the radio or recognize it as the backbone of Fergie’s “Fergalicious,” this track’s influence is undeniable. We explore the group’s origins, their ties to N.W.A.,…

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160: EXCLUSIVE Danny Beard & Ella Rae Wise Spill on Chris & Jojo, Ella’s Breakup & THAT Awkward Final! 53:27

3M ago53:27

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Danny Beard and Ella Rae Wise are fresh out the big brother house and they’ve got all the Big Brother Tea. They share their HONEST thoughts on the Chris & Jojo drama, how they found the house triggering. Plus, Ella puts the record straight about her break up with Dan AND they play Saved By The Bell. 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOU…

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Avalon: Deep Thoughts About Family, Money Psychology, and Waiting to Cut the Turkey 51:14

3M ago51:14

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Send us a text "Where are the people who know where the people are?" On today's episode, Tracie introduces Emily to the 1990 Barry Levinson film Avalon, the director's love letter to Baltimore and his own Jewish immigrant family. The movie follows the Krichinskys from 1914 through to the 1960s as the large, tight-knit, extended family moves, change…

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What’s Up With Jim Thorpe? 34:01

3M ago34:01

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Jon and Tracy attend the Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival in Pennsylvania, and share candid reflections on filmmaking, small-town charm, and memorable films. They spotlight standout screenings, festival logistics, and creative inspiration, offering a heartfelt, behind-the-scenes glimpse into indie cinema and artistic perseverance. 🎥 Youtube: ht…

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“Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. (f/ John Franklin) 46:40

3M ago46:40

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When comedian John Franklin joined us for a round of music trivia back in December, he only got one question right—but it was an important one: Who sang “Funkytown”? That victorious moment has now come full circle, as John returns to help us take a deeper look at Lipps, Inc.’s massive 1980 hit and the whirlwind career of vocalist Cynthia Johnson. W…

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159: Vicky Pattison & Lucinda on Healing Reality TV Trauma, Dating Girls & Grace Told A Lie?! 1:01:14

3M ago1:01:14

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Geordie Shore’s Vicky Pattison and MAFS’s Lucinda Light sit down to spill all on their brand new reality tv show 'The Honesty Box' From sharing how they want to be ‘better’ for their contestants as well as some steamy behind the scenes goss. Plus, Vicky dishes all on her honeymoon, Lucinda reveals her relationship status and they rate YOUR worst re…

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Pretty Woman: Deep Thoughts About Bodily Autonomy, Realism, and Who Gets to be Human 55:04

4M ago55:04

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Send us a text “We say who; we say when; we say how much.” This week, Emily takes a deep dive into Pretty Woman, the 1990 blockbuster romantic comedy that catapulted Julia Roberts to stardom. The film was originally written as a tragic story about awful characters, and many people (including those close to the Guy sisters) lamented the Hollywood ha…

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What’s Up With Babygirl? 31:45

4M ago31:45

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Jon & Tracy’s hilarious, heartfelt takes on filmmaking, The Last of Us and Severance, creative struggles, and real-life love stories. Dive behind the scenes with these cinema insiders, celebrating art, resilience, and the unpredictable adventure of storytelling together. 🎥 Youtube: https://youtu.be/-iI3_Y4XREQ 🍎Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/OnApple…

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