From critically acclaimed to critically panned, best friends and co-hosts Matthew and Whitney watch it all, they also have some thoughts about it. CULTURED is an entertainment podcast about finding who we are in what we watch, sharing a passion of television and film with others, having a laugh, and recommending some subjectively good entertainment along the way.
Matthew Howland & Whitney Wilde
Happy Valentine's Day, from CULTURED! In this second lover-themed episode, Matthew and Whitney get niche about not only the loves from their favorite shows and movies that hold true, but the very specific moments and montages that stick with them, speaking more than words ever could.
Everyone loves a good adaptation; book to film, stage to screen, but nothing is worse than when beloved works are adapted poorly. In this themed episode, Matthew and Whitney tackle adaptations gone rogue.
In the second of a three-part episode, Matthew and Whitney explore seasons two through four of Doctor Who, focusing solely on David Tennant's iteration of the iconic character. Listen in on their analysis of his portrayal, their favorite storylines from his arc, and why the Tenth Doctor remains one of their favorite depictions of the alien with two hearts in new-Who history.
Unrequited / adjective : (of a feeling, especially of love) not returned or rewarded. This week, our hosts Whitney and Matthew discuss the films and television that pull on our heartstrings in the worst of ways.
In this episode, Matthew and Whitney review Netflix's “Heartstopper” created by Alice Oseman, adapted from her graphic novel series of the same name. The hosts discuss the uplifting and heartwarming coming of age stories of a group of queer teenagers living in rural Great Britain and how these stories touched and reflected their own experiences.
In the first of a three-part episode, Matthew and Whitney discuss the ever-loved ninth Doctor, in Doctor Who; Christopher Eccleston. Covering series one of the beloved British sci-fi program, the hosts discuss how they became 'Whovians', why they love the show so much, and their favorite moments from the series.
Welcome to CULTURED season two! In this nostalgic season premiere, Matthew and Whitney are back, and they're here to talk about the shows that shape us. Literally. The formative childhood shows and movies that we all know and love, and maybe some that we've forgotten.
Happy Halloween from CULTURED! Ahead of the up-and-coming season two premiere, enjoy this bonus spoooooky-themed "Over the Garden Wall" episode! After a four month hiatus, Matthew and Whitney get back together to discuss their favorite moments from this classic children's show.
In the season one finale of CULTURED, hosts Matthew and Whitney discuss what they consider to be their two very different favorite films. The 1978 movie-musical Grease, and Disney's animated Treasure Planet. Though genre and format may differ, the two film's shared themes of identity and belonging and bangin' musical numbers are what keep these hosts watching on repeat.
Not everything always goes according to plan. In this bonus episode, listen to Matthew and Whitney talk about the woes and whims of alcohol and relive some of the mishaps and laughter from the first season of CULTURED ahead of the season finale.
In this episode, Matthew and Whitney recap one of their favorite dark comedies, The End of The F***ing World, based on the graphic novel of the same name by Charles Forsman. They discuss how difficult and heavy material, such as suicide, self-harm, sexual assault, and even murder are expressed with dark comedic undertones as a way to explore trauma and how we heal.
This week’s special themed-episode takes our hosts back to some of their favorite romantic comedies of the early late 90’s and early 00’s. From Sleepless in Seattle to My Big Fat Greek Wedding to Clueless and much more! It’s the laughing, crying, and swooning for us.
How do we define ourselves? In this week’s episode, Whitney and Matthew discuss Greta Gerwig’s Oscar-nominated “Lady Bird.” Together, the hosts discuss the film’s themes of identity, friendship, sexuality, and the idea of how where we come from defines us to our core.
In the first (of many) special Studio Ghibli bonus episodes, Matthew and Whitney recap and discuss the themes of “Howl’s Moving Castle” directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, adapted from the novel by Diana Wynne Jones. It’s a story about outer beauty and inner strength, the curses we place on ourselves, and what it means to have a heart.
In this episode, Matthew and Whitney review “Hollywood” co-created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. The hosts discuss the complex themes of race and individual identity, while acknowledging the importance of lifting voices, and sharing their favorite show moments along the way.
Ugly Crying / verb : a distraught, contorted, and uncontrollable form of sobbing. Hosts Whitney and Matthew discuss the shows and movies that take them to the point of no return. From Bridge to Terabithia to (wait for it…) Mamma Mia!, these are the moments that reduce us to a puddle of mangled tears.
The conversation continues with Matthew and Whiteny as they reminisce about the latter half of “The Twilight Saga,” Eclipse and Breaking Dawn. Settle in with a glass of rosé and get ready for a discussion about arguably the strongest aspects of this book/film series, and what these hosts consider to be the more problematic points of interest.
Happy Valentine’s Day, from CULTURED! On this special episode, Whitney and Matthew talk about the relationships from their favorite shows that reign supreme. From first kisses to fights, and all the love and heartache in between. (WARNING : Listening to this episode may increase your risk of heart palpitations.)
Fifteen years in the making, co-hosts and super fans, Matthew and Whitney start off their very first two-parter episode by talking about Stephanie Meyer’s iconic “Twilight” and “New Moon,” both literary and cinematic masterpieces. Listen on for a conversation about character development, individual choice, and how much they hate Jacob Black.
Join Matthew and Whitney as they explore one of their (many) quarantine shows, “Search Party,” a genre-bending dark comedy, now streaming on HBOMax. They talk over their favorite moments from the show, what it means to be a Millenial in their twenties, and probably laugh a little too much together.
In this episode, Matthew and Whitney deconstruct “I Hate Suzie,” co-created by Lucy Prebble and Billie Piper, now streaming on HBOMax. They discuss the show’s realistic subject matter, themes of social expectations and pressure, fame, and what roles we all play in our own lives.
In their first introductory episode, hosts Matthew Howland and Whitney Wilde welcome you to CULTURED, a new entertainment podcast; a bi-weekly series in which two best friends explore what television and film means to them.
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