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On this show that has received 0 awards, Louis and Kate tell you, the listener and each other about the things they love and why. The management would like to welcome you to listen to the show and enjoy the fabulously simple graphics.

Louis Tsangarides + Kate Stewart


    • May 9, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 65 EPISODES


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    58: Kate Bush - Hounds of Love

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 57:11


    Start running up that hill, and call the hounds of love from the big sky. Maybe even throw in a jig of life, as Darling, Why? gives us a lovely chat about 1985's Hounds of Love by eternally popular Kate Bush. SOURCES Graeme Thomson - “This girl is very, very tough…” The untold story of Kate Bush's Hounds Of Love - Uncut BBC Radio 6 - 8 things you might not know about Kate Bush's Hounds of Love album - BBC Reaching Out - Radio 1 Classic Albums interview: Hounds Of Love with Richard Skinner aired January 26, 1992 - Gaffaweb INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang @darlingwhypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    Magnifishite! - 12 Rounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 85:52


    Wrestler movies. A genre of its own, or perhaps a beautiful niche, as Louis and Kate bring you the joy and wonder of John Cena's second lead role in a feature film, 12 Rounds. A beautiful nonsense filled with bad FBI agents, Aiden Gillen devouring the scenery and the most absurdly funny death scene in a film that really isn't supposed to be. Enjoy the episode, and absolutely enjoy the movie. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    57: Talking Heads - Stop Making Sense

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 75:30


    Suit up, and stop making sense, as Louis brings his joy and love of 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense to the podcast. Expect talk about the form itself, David Byrne's David Byrneness, Tina Weymouth's bass magic and yes, some chat about some rather large menswear. What a film, and this podcast is pretty good too! INSTAGRAM @darling.why.podcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    56: Damien Rice - 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 56:41


    Difficult second album time? Maybe! Today, Kate goes in on why she loves 9, second album from Irish singer damien Rice. His previous album had some massive hits on it, and Rice is not the most prolific of artists, but why did this album leave such an impression on the Irsh half of our podcast? Listen and find out! Sources Olaf Tyaransen - Cri de Coeur - Hot Press Annual (via Wikipedia) Liz Hoggard - Review: Damien Rice, 9 - The Observer Alexis Petridis - Interview: Damien Rice: ‘I went scuba diving in the brain, free diving in the brain' - The Guardian INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang @darlingwhypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    Magnifishite! - Entrapment

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 76:58


    Magnifishite returns, as Louis and Kate tell you, in horrendously beautfiul detail, about 1999's.....heist erotic thriller? Entrapment, starring Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta-Jones. An exhaustive yet entertaining breakdown awaits Magnifishite exists to celebrate the sublimely ridiculous, not the ridiculously sublime. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    55: The Shape Of Water

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 52:21


    FISH SEX! That's why you are here isn't it? You want Louis and Kate to discuss the fish sex movie? Well tough cheese, because this movie is beautiful, kind and wonderful, and that's the podcast you're going to get today! Guillermo Del Toro's 2017 masterpiece is the subject of episode 55. This episode will hopefully evoke the loving nature of the movie, or it may make you want to purchase a teal car. Either way, it's another good one! INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang @darlingwhypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    54: Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 42:49


    The name on everybody's lips is gonna be "Darling, Why?" after this episode, all about the Kandar and Ebb musical "Chicago". There is also a little bit of a chat about the 2002 movie adaptation starring Renee Zellwegger and Catherine Zeta-Jones, and all that jazz. Sources: Actor Hub - Brecht's ‘Epic Theatre' and ‘Verfremdungseffekt' techniques BBC Bitesize - Selecting a genre or performance style - Epic Theatre and Political Theatre INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    53: The Terminator

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 58:18


    Louis and Kate have a lovely chat about 1984 science fiction classic The Terminator, taking in great tension building, night shoots and the sheer James Cameronness of James Cameron. There's also talk of strangly comedic moments, and the sheer physical presence of the 7 time Mr Olympia turned Hollywood megastar Arnold Schwarzenegger in his most iconic role, and Michael Biehn and Linda Hamilton get the plaudits they so richly deserve too. The management hopes that "you'll be back" for our next episode. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    Magnifishite! - 2022 iconic outfit bonus time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 21:27


    A special bonus treat from Kate's beautiful mind, this little episode talks about the outfits from three of the films Kate encountered this year, inlcuding a returning hero, a carnage inducing villain and Britain's suavest misogynist. Please enjoy this 20 minutes of silliness. The main show returns next week with an episode all about The Terminator. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/louis-tsangarides/message

    Magnifishite! - Jingle All The Way (A Darling, Why podcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 60:37


    As a special Christmas bonus, Louis and Kate are piloting something they have wanted to do for a while, Magnifisihite, where they go in on the films (and other things) that are magnificently shite, a unique and beautiful kind of awful. These aren't things they hate, (no vitriol here) but explorations of artisitic derangement, studio interference, immense cocaine usage or a combination of all three at the same time. There's cookies, reindeer violence and even an improvised explosive device, in this "family" picture. Its Turbo Time, as this pilot episode is a Christmas bewilderment, 1996's Jingle All The Way, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Phil Hartman, Rita Wilson and Sinbad. INSTAGRAM; @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    Super delightful 2022 Christmas special round up episode.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 65:16


    It's the end of 2022 and Louis and Kate are gatecrashing your Christmas to bring you the art they loved for this year. Hopefully, you will let them in to your homes and not call the authorities to have them removed. They are nice people, after all! The pod wishes you all good tidings and cheer! INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    52: Against Me! - Transgender Dysphoria Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 36:11


    To end our main 2022 slate, Kate has chosen a barnstomer of an album, 2014's totemic trans masterpiece, Transgender Dysphoria Blues by Against Me! Kate highlights her favourite moments, Louis holds himself back from an equally enthusiastic gush about this one (he would have picked it if she hadn't). An incredibly cathartic and powerful record, and one we implore you to listen to if you haven't before. BTW casual reminder that any anti trans nonsense isn't welcome here. Thanks!!! Sources Matthew Fiander - AGAINST ME!: TRANSGENDER DYSPHORIA BLUES - Pop Matters Elle Editors - 8 Female Musicians Talk About the Power of Political Songs - Elle Michael Tedder - Laura Jane Grace Of Against Me! On The Tortured Path To ‘Transgender Dysphoria Blues' - Spin Robin Smith - Against Me!: TRANSGENDER DYSPHORIA BLUES - The Quietus Sasha Geffen - Transgender Dysphoria Blues Crystalizes Against Me!'s Journey: Review - Consequence Sound Follow if you feel it: INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

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    51: Death Stranding

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 71:52


    For the first (and definately not the last) time, Louis goes into the mind of one of gamings most unique individual, Hideo Kojima, and tells us all about 2019's Death Stranding, a videogame about a very efficient postman doing efficient postman things....of course, its a hell of a lot more than that, as Louis details. Death Stranding is somewhat divisive, but Louis is a paid up member of the Death Stranding defence force, and he is on the lookout for new recruits. BTW, no plot spoilers are discussed here, and there is also a surprising connection to episode 50. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast Further reading: https://thequietus.com/articles/28177-death-stranding-video-game-review https://www.gq.com/story/mads-mikkelsen-death-stranding-interview --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    50: The Simpsons - Marge Vs The Monorail

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 35:42


    MONORAIL!!!!!!!! MONORAIL!!!!!!! MONORAIL!!!!!!!! Welcome to episode 50 of Darling, Why? In which Kate has chosen to talk about one of her very favourite episodes of the beloved animated sitcom The Simpsons. A fourth season classic, this episode is a magnificent showcase of the ideas of Conan O'Brian and the much missed voice talents of Phil Hartman. The management thanks you all for the support and love you have shown to Louis and Kate as they reach this milestone. They can't quite believe they are here. The show will go on, and we hope you come along with it too! Sources Sean Cole - An Oral History of 'Marge vs The Monorail', the Episode That Changed 'The Simpsons' - Vice Adam Frucci - Why ‘The Simpsons'' ‘Marge vs. the Monorail' Is the Best Sitcom Episode Ever - Vulture Follow if you feel it: INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    49: The Producers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 56:28


    In this episode, Louis brings one of both his, and his dad's, very favourite classic comedies, 1967's The Producers, starring Zero Mostel and Gene Wilder. The film, about two people who decide to try and make more money with a musical flop than with a hit in a big grift, is the debut feature of American comedy legend Mel Brooks, of Spaceballs, Blazing Saddles and RObin Hood: Men In Tights fame. Louis basically simps over Gene Wilder and Zero Mostel, and there's even a surprise appearance from Ned Flanders' dad as well as the House Unamerican Activities Committee. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    48: The Prince of Egypt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 50:02


    This is one for the faithful, as Kate tells us all about her love for DreamWorks adaptation of the story of Moses, 1998's The Prince of Egypt. Expect plagues, parted seas and Jeff, uh, Goldblum. There's also lots of other fun things too, but the management of the show doesn't want to give it all away. Sources Roger Ebert - The Prince of Egypt - RogerEbert.com FilmSound.org - The Prince of Egypt - FilmSound.org Dan Wooding - The Prince Of Egypt Is A Profound Biblical Epic And "A Quantum Leap In Animation" - Dan Wooding's Strategic Times (archived) Follow if you feel it: INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    47: Rush - Power Windows

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 74:39


    Don't RUSH through this episode of Darling, Why? as Louis details his unreal love for Rush and their underrated 1985 classic, Power Windows. Get ready for bass, hair, synths, even more hair, big suits and.... POWER! INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    power rush darling power windows
    46: Hannibal (2013)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 40:52


    Put out the good cutlery, as we feast on the delicious flesh that is the TV series Hannibal, starring Mads Mikkelsen. Kate serves up a well seasoned, well done slice of podcast pie, as she tells Louis all about her love of this delectably nasty confection. Be sure to wash this one down with some fava beans and a fine chianti. Content warning: cannibalism. Sources Keith Uhlich - Hannibal: The TV show that went too far - BBC Culture Melanie Votaw - Exclusive Interview: Hannibal Creator Bryan Fuller on Dream Sequences, David Lynch, and FBI Consultants - Reel Life with Jane Emily Nussbaum - To Serve Man - New Yorker Emily St. James and Sonia Saraiya - Hannibal's powerful visuals make it one of the best shows of 2013 - AV Club Brian Tallerico - Emotional Logic: Bryan Fuller Redefines the Crime Drama with “Hannibal” - RogerEbert.com Laura Akers - Is Hannibal the best network TV series in years? - Den of Geek James Hibberd - 'Hannibal' on NBC: How Bryan Fuller will reinvent Dr. Lecter - Entertainment Weekly Sian Cain - Hannibal: farewell to the best bloody show on TV - The Guardian Haleigh Foutch - The Best Horror TV Shows of the 21st Century, So Far - Collider Cheryl Eddy - Here's Why Hannibal Is the Best Crime Show on Television - Gizmodo Follow if you feel it: INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast @l.a.tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    45: Derry Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 52:37


    The smash hit sitcom about 4 teenagers from Derry (and the wee English fella) is the subject of this episode of the little podcast that might. Louis tells us all about a show that is so dear to his heart it might have been difficult to keep it together for this episode. Louis and Kate talk about a show that is very dear to both of their hearts, but for some slightly different reasons. INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast linktr.ee/louistsangarides --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    44: Uncharted

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 41:57


    Hello once again, Louis and Kate return to us like unwanted fast fashion items with an episode all about Sony's rather succesful video game series Uncharted. Kate has become a big fan of the series, and tells Louis, a long time fan, her opinions on the matter. Listeners will learn about the concept of a "wife guy" too. How exciiting. The management is delighted to see you all! https://www.vulture.com/2016/05/uncharted-4-and-gamings-greatest-storytellers-c-v-r.html - lane brown https://web.archive.org/web/20110116110826/http://bitmob.com/articles/uncharted-2-deconstructing-nathan-drake INSTAGRAM @darlingwhypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    43: Spider-Man (2002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 107:03


    In this, the final episode before the hiatus, Louis pays a loving and ridiculous tribute to a film that changed the landscape of what could make big dollar at the cinema. In this episode, Kate and Louis frequently visit some strange and beautiful places and also manage to find the time to give Chad Kroegers end credits song a deeper analysis than you'd find anywhere else. The management of the podcast are so very, very proud of this one, and we thank you for your time, and hope you finish listening to this with a big smile on your faces, and the desire to watch Sam Raimi's fantastically entertaining movie all over again! linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    42: My Chemical Romance - Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 51:09


    Kate and Louis rewind to 2004, when the post-hardcore emo scene was ramping up to its commercial peak, to explore the second album from My Chemical Romance, Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge. They discuss the horror-comic-book-theatricality of the record, the inescapability of the music videos and singles, and Kate makes the case for why this is MCR's best release. Sources Chloe Bunel - 10 things you should know about Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge - Above The Noise Sam Law - The 20 greatest My Chemical Romance songs – ranked - Kerrang My Chemical Romance - Life on the Murder Scene - Reprise Records linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    41: Air Force One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 49:54


    All aboard the flight of this Presidential podcast for abother "ITV Classic" 1997's Air Force One. Harrison Ford plays the US President who has to save the Presidential plane after its hijacked by Gary Oldman. Louis loves this movie, and in this episode also has some fascinating things to say about his relationship with American culture. This episode goes into some surprising directions, and features multiple awful impersonations. Get excited! linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    40: "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 32:41


    Kate's sci-fi kick continues and she presents her book report to Louis on the Philip K. Dick classic, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?. Many of you will be aware of the story from its eventual adaptation into the Harrison Ford starring "Blade Runner". They talk empathy, environmentalism and existential anxiety as it pertains to hunting down state-of-the-art androids escaped from a Mars colony. The management hopes you enjoy this Dick-based conversation linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang Sources Erik Davis - The Metaphysics of Philip K. Dick - Wired Ananyo Bhattacharya - Where Blade Runner began: 50 years of Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? - Nature --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    39: Disco Elysium

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 56:49


    Louis and Kate explore the weird and wonderful world of Revachol, setting for the 2019 gaming spectacular Disco Elysium. A detective thriller quite unlike most others, Disco Elysium came out of nowhere (if by nowhere, we actually mean Estonia) to take the gaming world by storm. Content warning: alcohol abuse, depression, suicide If you live in England, you can find your local NHS urgent mental health helpline here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline Helplines Samaritans (available 24hrs) - 116 123 The Mix (under 25s) - 0808 808 4994 (Sunday-Friday 2pm–11pm) Papyrus HOPELINEUK (under 35s) 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm), email pat@papyrus-uk.org or text 07786 209 697. Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) (for those who identify as male) - 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) SOS Suicide of Silence - 0300 1020 505 (8am to midnight every day) Shout Crisis Text Line - Text “SHOUT” to 85258 linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

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    Another Christmas Adventure : 2021 good things round up super fun time

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 43:29


    SURPRISE EVERYBODY, IT'S A TOTALLY UNPREDICTABLE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, A UNIQUE CONCEPT THAT NOBODY HAS EVER DONE! Louis and Kate bring you some of the great things they enjoyed from this rather challenging year. From comedy specials that challenged the form, to schlocktastic gaming ridiculousness, there's plenty of fun and engaging artistic achievement. Maybe there's something new for you here to check out over this period? Maybe you just need a nice breezy lunch break listen in these interesting times? Whatever the case, this episode is a fun time for all. Merry Christmas everyone!! linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    38: Grave Pleasures - Motherblood

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 34:10


    Put on your apocalyptic post-punk dancing shoes as Kate and Louis dissect the 2017 offering from Grave Pleasures, Motherblood. They ask essential questions like "What does Louis know about Finland?", "What counts as post-punk?" and "How can metal-tinged Joy Division meets Cold War Armageddon sound so very catchy?" Oh, and because it's Christmas, there's no avoiding mentioning Die Hard. linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang Sources Dom Lawson - Grave Pleasures Motherblood Review - Metal Hammer Nick Ruskell - Under the Shadows: Welcome to the Unique Darkness of Grave Pleasures - Kerrang! Steve Tovey - Grave Pleasures Motherblood - Ghost Cult Magazine Vince Bellino - Track Premiere: Grave Pleasures - Infatuation Overkill - Decibel Magazine Joseph Scafer - Songs We Love: Grave Pleasures, Mind Intruder - NPR --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    37: Type O Negative - October Rust

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 77:23


    Louis goes hard (tee hee) on Type O Negative's 1996 album October Rust. Louis and Kate discuss the unique mix of influences behind the record, the unique charms of frontman Pete Steele and the comparative weaknesses of other male singers. This one is a slightly spicier pod than usual. Ed Sheeran might not like this one.... The management would like to inform you that you may wish to not listen to this one at work, or with your parents. You have been warned! linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    ed sheeran type o negative october rust pete steele
    36: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 43:20


    *This episode contains spoilers* Content note: Discussion of mental illness and stigma, mentions of suicide, borderline personality disorder, alcoholism and addiction Kate and Louis discuss beloved musical-comedy Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, it's portrayal of managing mental health and relationships, and it's razor sharp song writing. Along the way, they also talk TV ratings, fart jokes, and why Kate should give Fountains of Wayne another chance. (its because they have songs like Sink To The Bottom, which is great) linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang Sources Tara Bitran - ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend': Rachel Bloom Talks Mental Health and Writing a New Theme Song Every Season - Hollywood Reporter Allie Pape - 'Every Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Song, Ranked' - Vulture Emily Nussbaum - ' Losing Her Mind: “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” Ends with Hope' - The New Yorker Support if you are struggling If you live in England, you can find your local NHS urgent mental health helpline here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline Helplines Samaritans (available 24hrs) - 116 123 The Mix (under 25s) - 0808 808 4994 (Sunday-Friday 2pm–11pm) Papyrus HOPELINEUK (under 35s) 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm), email pat@papyrus-uk.org or text 07786 209 697. Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) (for those who identify as male) - 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) SOS Suicide of Silence - 0300 1020 505 (8am to midnight every day) Shout Crisis Text Line - Text “SHOUT” to 85258 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    35: Robot Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 91:21


    Louis brings forth one of his childhood (and mid 20's) favourites, the BBC (and Channel 5) series Robot Wars, where people put their metallic and robotic creations to the test in a series of fights until there can be only one. Louis details his many reasons why the show brought him much joy. He even finds a way to settle some old emotional scores with some of the more controversial moments on the show. Louis also blesses/curses us with multiple impersonations, and even, in keeping with the shoe being discussed, some poems. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    34: Elliot Smith - Elliot Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 46:58


    In this episode, Kate talks about her all time favourite song contained on the eponymous album from Elliott Smith. Louis shows off his Celine Dion knowledge while Kate despairs about how difficult it is to play these songs on guitar. In between, we talk about the interesting song writing, DIY recording set up and the heart breaking emotion contained in this classic album. Content warnings: During our discussion of this record, we mention the lyrical themes of some of the songs which include alcohol and substance misuse, depression, suicide, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, abuse Support if you are struggling If you live in England, you can find your local NHS urgent mental health helpline here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline You can find details of local and national services that provide counselling and treatment for substance misuse at https://www.talktofrank.com/get-help/find-support-near-you Helplines Samaritans (available 24hrs) - 116 123 FRANK (available 24hrs) - 0300 123 6600 The Mix (under 25s) - 0808 808 4994 (Sunday-Friday 2pm–11pm) Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) (for those who identify as male) - 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) Shout Crisis Text Line - Text “SHOUT” to 85258 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    33: The Outer Worlds

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 57:48


    In today's episode, Louis and Kate head to the stars to go over why Louis loves the 2019 video game The Outer Worlds. Expect chat on corporate structure, order and chaos, wholesome companions, space colonialism and a cleaning robot who just can't be tamed. Also, somehow, Louis crowbars in not one, but two, completely ridiculous impersonations. Both utterly unrelated to The Outer Worlds, but a nice treat for you, the listener. Which is awfully kind of him. linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    32: "Story of Your Life" by Ted Chiang / Arrival (2016)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 41:18


    The podcast goes into the realm of science fiction, as Kate discusses her love/hate relationship with time-based sci-fi through the lens of "Story of Your Life" by Ted Chiang and the movie based on it, Arrival. Listen to the end to hear their excitement about Dune and Louis' impression of David Lynch. linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    31: Weezer - Weezer (The Blue Album)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 57:48


    Say it ain't so, its a podcast about Weezer, as Louis showcases his love of the 90's rock classic. Expect dramatic lyric readings, occasional ASMR and a minor bit of Beatles banter too. The management would very much encourage that you listen to Weezer. A lot. linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    30: The Mountain Goats - In League With Dragons

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 49:01


    Kate brings to the table the 19th studio album from the Mountain Goats, In League with Dragons, and reflects on how the band have grown and changed musically since the 90s. Louis and Kate also discuss baseball player names, Ozzy Osbourne and wizard-siege concept albums. The management would like to confirm no mountain goats were harmed in the making of this podcast. I Only Listen To The Mountain Goats Podcast Song Exploder - Episode 159: The Mountain Goats - Cadaver Sniffing Dog linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    29: Slipknot - Iowa

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 87:40


    A loving tribute to the nu-metal classic, Louis tries his best not to crumble like the classic British dessert as he regales Kate with his early experiences of Slipknot, and how goddamn masterful Iowa is as a record. He also talks a fair old bit about how bloody amazing Joey Jordison was and is. RIP king. The management thanks you all for your patience whilst you have waited and appreciates you may have been expecting an episode on the Blue album by Weezer. That will be coming as episode 31. INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/louis-tsangarides/message

    28: Irish Mythology and Storytelling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 36:30


    Kate tells Louis about the art of Irish storytelling, why Irish folklore is so very much more than leprechauns and the time she worked in a medieval castle. They also discuss the legend of Oisín and Niamh in Tír na nÓg and how he was going to manage a visit home without getting off a magical horse. Podcast recommendations The Blindboy Podcast - Irish Folklore with Eddie Lenihan Myths and Legends - Irish Folklore: Challenge Accepted Forever Young Adult - 44. Savage Her Reply - Deirdre Sullivan Bodhran transition created by http://www.kickblue22.com

    27: Office Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 67:49


    Today's episode explores Louis' love of the cult comedy Office Space, directed by Mike Judge. Its brutal look at workplace frustration struck a chord with many and continues to be loved to this day. Louis and Kate look at the production details, characters, satirical points and even find time for an in depth conversation about what a pizza shooter and an extreme fajita might be. There's also a few comparisons with other workplace based media. The management of the podcast would like to draw your attention to the truly horrendous pun at the start of the podcast, as it is both vile and wondrous. linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang

    26: Lingua Ignota - Caligula

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 49:57


    Content warnings: domestic abuse, intimate partner violence, lyrics relating to violence and suicide This week, Kate tells Louis about her favourite album of 2019, Caligula by Lingua Ignota. As well as discussing the weight and impact of the album, Kate also goes deep on Christian and classical motifs and influences and Kristen Hayter's fascinating artistic process. Support if you are experiencing abuse If you live in the UK, click here to find your local support organisation. Helplines Refuge's National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247 (England) Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline 0808 802 1414 (Northern Ireland) Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline 0800 027 1234 (Scotland) Live Fear Free 0808 80 10 800 (Wales) Men's Advice Line run by Respect is a confidential helpline specifically for male victims 0808 801 0327 (UK-Wide) Safe Ireland National Helpline 1800 341 900 (Republic of Ireland) linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang Sources The Creative Independent - Musician Lingua Ignota On Dismantling Systems and Processing Trauma Through Her Art Claire Donato - Lingua Ignota's Liturgical Noise is a Celebration of Obliteration - Vice Briony Edwards - Lingua Ignota's Track by Track Guide to New Album Caligula - Louder Maya Kalev - 'This has been fantastic revenge': Metal Musician Lingua Ignota on Surviving Abuse - The Guardian Aimee Armstrong - Fire, Prayer & Curses: Lingua Ignota Interviewed - The Quietus

    25: Cynic - Traced In Air

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 59:33


    Let the prog begin, as Louis takes Kate and yourselves through the unique, wonderful and beguiling Traced In Air, the 2008 comeback record from legendary progessive metal act Cynic. The album goes to some deeply spiritual and esoteric places lyrically, and the musicianship is truly sublime. This episode also features Tim Curry impressions and Louis takes some time at the end to make a serious point. Stick around for it. The management hopes you enjoy this latest Pride themed episode, and would like to reiterate that all are welcome and this podcast is no place for homophobia, biphobia or transphobia. Thanks for listening. linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang

    24: But I'm A Cheerleader

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 35:13


    Today, Kate brings Jamie Babbit's "But I'm A Cheerleader" to the podcast, a romantic comedy that takes a swipe at the ludicrous practice that is conversion therapy. Its a film that inspires a lot of joy and devotion from the LGBT+ community, and features some of the earliest work of incredible talents like Natasha Lyonne and Clea DuVall. The film also features a delightfully silly out-of-drag role from RuPaul Charles. https://www.autostraddle.com/100-best-lesbian-queer-bisexual-movies-285412/ https://variety.com/2020/film/features/but-im-a-cheerleader-director-jamie-babbit-20th-anniversary-1234842163/ linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang

    23: Sugar - Copper Blue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 41:10


    Today, Louis spreads the sugary word, as alternative rock legend and overlooked gay icon Bob Mould's 90's band Sugar gets a sweet moment in the podcasting spotlight. An album that Louis feels is deeply forgotton and overlooked, Sugar arrived in the aftermath of the split of Husker Du and after the musical landscape was irrevocably changed by some trio from Seattle called Nirvana, you may have heard of them somwhere. He also really zeroes in on some godawful puns this week, like a mediocre comedian from a third-rate panel show. The management would also like to wish its LGBT audience a continual, joyous pride. All are welcome, and we would love you to stay for brunch! linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM @l.a.tsang TWITTER @l_a_tsang Music: Anxious Darlin by Tinmouth. Used under Creative Commons license

    22: Jamie Lenman - Devolver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 39:36


    In this episode, Kate fangirls over 2017's Devolver from Jamie Lenman, formerly of UK cult rock heroes Reuben, and why the 2017 album is so very much more than just some 'meat and potatoes' rock songs. Louis and Kate also pitch a horrendous crime procedural and ponder their own irrelevence. Thoughtful. linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER:@l_a_tsang

    21: Collateral

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 44:28


    Louis goes all in on 2004's Collateral, starring Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx. Louis and Kate discuss the relationship between the two leads, Los Angeles, an unexpected cameo and Louis' favourite Tom Cruise performance. Louis also believes that this film is a massively underrated gem, and more people should see it. The management would advise you to make sure that you don't let a grey haired Tom Cruise into your taxi, or he will make you go on a wild adventure. linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang

    20: Cabaret

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 51:53


    Wilkommen and bienvenue to todays podcast takes us to Weimar Berlin, as Kate tells us all about her love for the musical Caberet, particualry the 1993 West End revival starring Alan Cumming and Jane Horrocks, directed by Sam Mendes. There will be talk of Nazism and Weimar Germany as well as Kate and Louis run the rule over the songs, the sights and debate whether the character of the Emcee is some sort of caberet spirit guide.....and the final question, is life a cabaret after all? 'A Lost Piece of Trans History' by Matthew H. Birkhold (The Paris Review) 'Berlin Story' by Alex Ross (The New Yorker) linktr.ee/louistsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER:@l_a_tsang

    19: Amon Amarth - Twilight Of The Thunder God

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 45:08


    Grab your axes and your mead horns, as Louis positively pillages his way through his enduring love of one of Sweden's finest purveryors of melodic death metal 7th record. Expect vikings, fighting with honour, embracing death and surprising personal detours around this aggressive, surging record. linktr.ee/louistsangarides Twitter @l_a_tsang Instagram @l.a.tsang

    18: Audiodramas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 29:01


    Kate really loves audiodramas, and she is going to tell you how much she loves the form over the next 30 minutes. A nice, light podcast bite. Delicious. Kate's Audio Drama Recommendations: Within the Wires (Night Vale Presents) Asking for It (Mermaid Palace) The Magnus Archives (Rusty Quill) Alice Isn't Dead (Night Vale Presents) King Falls AM (Make Believe Picture Company) The Bright Sessions (Atypical Artists) The AM Archives (Atypical Artists) Tracks (BBC Sounds) The Truth (Radiotopia) The Story Must Be Told (The Last Podcast Network)

    17: Eastern Promises

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 37:32


    Russian gangsters take to the podcast stage, as Louis tells Kate about his love for the 2007 film Eastern Promises. There is also a lot fo chat about some gruesome violence and a very memorable fight scene that is anything but flaccid. Louis also touches on the importance of tattoos in this particular strand of the criminal underworld, and his love of highly researched performances. The management do not recommend listening to this particular episode whilst eating a delicious borshct. linktr.ee/louistsangarides Instagram @l.a.tsang Twitter @l_a_tsang

    16: The Dresden Dolls - The Dresden Dolls

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 41:31


    Its dark cabaret time with The Dresden Dolls, as Kate waxes lyrical about piano playing techniques and musical shapes, a topic that amuses and somewhat bemuses Louis and he reveals his lack of care for the works of Bertolt Brecht. Did we mention pianos? Content warning: self-harm (its part of the lyrical content) linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang

    15: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 36:49


    Time for Louis and Kate to talk pop shove-its, ollies and kickflips as Louis waxes lyrical about the classic skateboarding game from 2000. Both the gameplay and soundtrack hold a special place in Louis' heart, and our hosts get into the details of gameplay and the series conception, and the cultural impact of the series as a whole. The management would like to also affirm that When Worlds Collide by Powerman 5000 is a certified BANGER! Music after the intro : Pudge - Bus Strike linktr.ee/LouisTsangarides INSTAGRAM: @l.a.tsang TWITTER: @l_a_tsang

    14: The Mummy (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 48:28


    It's time to podcast like it's 1999, as Kate regales Louis with her joy and love for the enduringly beloved action adventure The Mummy, starring Brendan Fraser. The management would like to add that Louis' strange and unusual multiverse idea is a bizarre machination from a dangerous mind. Read 'The Mummy' Is the Only Perfect Movie By Emma Stefansky

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