Hive Mind is a weekly podcast hosted by Meg Walter and Eli McCann, both of whom consider themselves pop culture aficionados and opinion-havers about all things media.
The Hive Mind podcast is an absolute gem that I stumbled upon and instantly fell in love with. It is hosted by Meg and Eli, who bring a perfect balance of humor, wit, and genuine enthusiasm to every episode. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, from TV shows to movies to current events, and the chemistry between Meg and Eli is simply infectious. Their banter is hilarious and their insights are always thought-provoking. Even if you're not familiar with the media they discuss, you'll still find yourself thoroughly entertained by their conversations.
One of the best aspects of The Hive Mind podcast is the dynamic between Meg and Eli. Their comedic timing is impeccable, and their back-and-forth banter keeps listeners engaged throughout each episode. They have a natural ability to bounce off each other's energy and make even the most mundane topics entertaining. Their discussions are always lighthearted and fun, making it feel like you're chatting with friends about your favorite TV shows or movies.
Another fantastic aspect of this podcast is the diverse range of subjects they cover. Whether they're delving into popular reality TV shows or dissecting critically acclaimed films, Meg and Eli bring a fresh perspective to every topic. They are not afraid to express their honest opinions, which adds authenticity to their discussions. Even if you haven't watched a particular show or movie that they're discussing, you'll still find their insights interesting and engaging.
Perhaps one minor drawback of The Hive Mind podcast is that it may not cater to everyone's specific interests. If you're not a fan of TV shows or movies, some episodes may not resonate as much with you. However, even if you're not well-versed in the media they discuss, the overall entertainment value of the podcast can still be appreciated.
In conclusion, The Hive Mind podcast is an absolute delight for anyone seeking entertainment through witty banter and lively discussions about various TV shows, movies, and current events. Meg and Eli bring a refreshing energy to each episode, making it feel like you're having a conversation with friends. Whether you're a media enthusiast or simply looking for an engaging podcast to listen to, The Hive Mind is definitely worth checking out.
No one is thriving but at least they're getting their hair curled!00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview05:53 Friendship Dynamics and Support11:59 Conflict and Drama in Relationships17:58 Personal Reflections and Observations22:59 The Marciano Controversy28:54 Accountability and Relationships39:46 Reflections on Reality TV and Boy Bands45:04 MomTalk Dynamics51:10 Fertility Journeys56:20 Skinny Dipping Controversy
Eli and Meg share insights on the impact of Pee Wee Herman on their childhoods and reflect on the complexities of Paul Rubins' life and career, discussing his legacy and the controversies surrounding him. The conversation highlights the intersection of comedy, family entertainment, and LGBTQ representation.Plus: Survivor 28, Eli's TokTok stardom, Decorating Sense, SNL docuseries, What About Bob?, But Why, Beartown, and The Dutch House
Explain empowerment, pleaseCheck out our PCPI Conspiracy Corner on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/PCPI-Conspiracy-Corncer-The-Marks-Family-are-industry-plants-e3465k6
Guys, we know the ferris wheel is at Scheel's, not Cabela's. 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions03:02 Character Analysis: Layla and Cameron06:04 Brunch Conversations and Friend Dynamics09:04 Marriage and Relationship Insights12:03 Conflict and Communication Issues14:57 Therapy and Personal Growth18:08 Toxic Relationships and Self-Reflection19:31 The Adult Party Dilemma21:12 Navigating Social Norms and Expectations23:41 The Complexity of Friendships26:32 Filler Episodes and Anticipation28:25 Book Deals and Personal Journeys32:57 The Art of Hosting and Social Dynamics36:40 Looking Ahead: Future Episodes and Expectations
Eli and Lindsey discuss their thoughts on Survivor Season 48 and the upcoming Season 50 cast. They reflect on their experiences with the show, share their opinions on the cast list, and express their feelings about the need for new legends in the Survivor franchise. The discussion also touches on nostalgia for past seasons, the impact of format changes, and insights into individual cast members returning for Season 50. They discuss the return of iconic players to Survivor, the evolution of challenges, and the dynamics of player interactions and jury management. They analyze the impact of celebrity influence on the game and share their thoughts on the casting choices for the upcoming season, highlighting the balance between entertainment and gameplay. 00:00 Survivor Season 48 Reflections02:59 Anticipation for Season 50 Cast05:55 Fandom Reactions to the Cast List09:04 The Need for New Legends12:01 Nostalgia and Format Changes14:50 Individual Cast Member Insights24:59 The Return of Iconic Players31:51 The Evolution of Survivor's Challenges36:57 Analyzing Player Dynamics and Jury Management41:14 Celebrity Influence in Survivor46:55 Final Thoughts on Casting Choices47:04 Casting Choices and Fan Favorites50:43 Controversial Seasons and Player Dynamics52:24 Returning Players and Their Impact56:20 Player Relationships and Game Strategies01:01:42 Cult of Personality in Survivor01:03:40 Predictions and Hopes for Season 50
Surivor season 48 finale, Mike Birbiglia's new special, Hacks, Sirens, The Studio, The Rehearsal season 2, Andor season 2, Friendship, Poker Face, and Gilmore Girls.
We respect a woman who keeps the crab claws on to yell at her ex husband00:00 Introduction to Chaos02:56 Dramatic Revelations06:00 Confrontations and Conflicts09:03 Growth and Redemption12:01 Misunderstandings and Reactions15:03 The Role of Drama in Relationships18:04 The Impact of External Influences21:00 Navigating Emotional Turmoil24:00 The Consequences of Chaos25:41 Navigating Boundaries in Relationships30:03 Michaela's Journey of Healing34:54 Young Love and Marital Challenges39:58 The Complexity of Friendships44:56 Vulnerability and Growth in Relationships51:57 The Weight of Expectations and Reality TV Life
Wake me up insidePlus: A behind the scenes look at SLMW filmed at DAN'S HOUSECheck out our conspiracy corner on the bonus feed: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/vF91yNcpITb00:00 The Connection with Nathan Fielder04:37 The Evolution of The Rehearsal06:54 Comedy and Responsibility in Aviation10:13 The Absurdity of Dog Cloning12:01 The Sully Episode: Nature vs. Nurture16:08 Wings of Voice: A Singing Competition19:38 The Finale: A Harrowing Conclusion22:11 Mental Health and Pilot Training26:20 Dating Apps and Personal Struggles26:32 The Unpredictable Nature of Social Media27:36 Exploring Unconventional Crushes28:40 Role-Playing and Real-Life Interactions30:37 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Flight31:57 The Impact of Viral Fame32:37 The Art of Comedy in Reality TV33:39 Recommending the Show to Others34:34 Navigating Nathan Fielder's Unique Humor35:52 Expectations for Season 336:16 Behind the Scenes of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives43:39 The Experience of Watching Your Home on TV
Still unclear if there is any relation to Ben Affleck.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview02:12 Dark Themes and Family Dynamics05:28 Provo's Surprising Reality10:58 Friendship and Loyalty in the Show12:42 Navigating Relationships and Forgiveness18:50 Dating and Personal Growth20:55 Family Ties and Parental Influence21:34 Judgment and Family Dynamics24:48 Zach's Accountability and Relationships28:40 Family Trauma and Lack of Support35:50 Manipulation and Family Dynamics39:22 Young Love and Misunderstandings41:15 Messy Friendships and Justifications42:15 Dance Moves and Drama45:05 Lies and Confrontations48:02 Halloween Party Antics51:56 Relationships and Revelations56:04 Truths and Consequences01:00:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Meg and Eli pushed through their life-threatening medical conditions to meet together and discuss "The Four Seasons," the latest buzzy Netflix miniseries starring Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte. Plus...you guessed it...a "Survivor" update, thoughts on "Hacks," a quick "SLMW" review, some "Andor" hype, and a cautious "The Valley" and "Summer House" recommendation.Check out our PCPI Conspiracy Corner on the bonus feed: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1TA65v7OwTb
We were not expecting Fear Factory to be featured so heavily.00:00 Introduction to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives03:00 Reflections on Season One and Expectations for Season Two05:59 The Impact of Reality TV on Personal Lives08:58 Exploring the Characters and Their Dynamics11:59 The Role of MomTok and Its Influence15:02 Dramatic Revelations and Conflicts18:00 Miranda's Controversial Return and Its Implications22:45 Taylor's Awkward Reunion with Miranda23:52 Jen's Relationship Struggles26:11 Zach's Conflicted Choices28:29 Fashion Faux Pas and Style Critiques30:20 Taylor's Emotional Breakdown36:52 Miranda and Whitney's Friendship Dynamics40:39 Fear Factory Adventure and Group Dynamics44:33 The Impact of Plastic Surgery on Identity47:03 Navigating Family Dynamics and Advice49:03 Mental Health and Alternative Treatments52:01 Relationships and Honesty in Reality TV54:04 Friendship Dynamics and Support Systems56:00 Judgment and Expectations in Motherhood01:00:00 Reality TV: Entertainment vs. Real Life Challenges
Irene's current favorite meal is an Italian sub salad, and, turns out, pre-washed lettuce can sometimes contain bugs. Meg is obsessed with a new cookbook that understands her everyday cooking needs and the the Claire Saffitz chocolate layer cake.Between the two of us we tried Urban Hill, White Horse, Dough Lady, Roux, and Zhu Ting Ji.And, per a listener's request, we have recommendations for eating and drinking in SLC for a day. Hear us out...the Cafe Rio pork salad might be essential for the true cultural experience. 00:00 Introduction and Hyper Fixation Meals03:02 Food Safety and Produce Concerns05:57 Cookbook Discoveries and Recipe Successes09:00 Creative Cooking and Family Contributions12:01 Dining Experiences and Restaurant Reviews21:31 Dining Experiences and Recommendations27:05 Tourist Guide to Eating in Salt Lake City35:07 Exploring Drink Options in Salt Lake City40:04 Dessert Dilemmas and Final Thoughts
The theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." Some celebrities really got it, and some celebrities really did not.
Meg and Eli discuss the very stupid, but very watchable new show on AppleTV - Your Friends & Neighbors. Starring Jon Hamm, Olivia Munn, and Amanda Peet.
Plus: Amy does Smartless, Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley, is Bill Belichick okay?, Katy Perry time to retire, BJ Novak dating that one TikTok girl, and Jojo Siwa is going through it.
Survivor Australia, The Morning Show and the girl boss astronauts, Hacks, The Pitt, The Studio, Good Hang, Gilmore Girls, Rick Stein, Big Dreams Little Spaces, and The White Lotus ending and aftermath.
Plus: Lady Gaga at Coachella, Jason Isaacs is being messy, an argument over "Pride and Prejudice" casting, the Paul brothers, chickens at Minecraft screenings, and Meghan's new podcast.Check out our recap of The Baldwins on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/The-Baldwins-Episode-5-e31ipr1
Plus: A beautiful Survivor moment, Hitler and the Nazis, Hairspray, Severance, White Lotus, Black Bag not directed by David Soderbergh, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The 3 Amigos, and Adolescence.Check out our Baldwins recaps on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/The-Baldwins-Episode-4-e317krc
Plus: Feeling weird about Gwyneth and Timmy, Shailene Woodley goes French, and Teresa Giudice needs help picking better husbands.
Some RHOSLC chatter, Sisterwives trailer, Emily's hot Instagram takes, Nikki Blonsky, Willy Wonka reality show coming soon, Tina on Amy's podcast, and Conan's coming back and burning Adrien Brody on the way.
Plus: Irene's school lunch adventures
Sweeps are kind of boring, but not as boring as Adrien Brody. Also, sorry about some of the audio issues in the first half. Our internet connection had issues but we're very brave and forged ahead (started a different zoom recording).
We need to ban French sing-alongs Check out our Baldoni v. Lively updates on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/Lively-v--Baldoni-feud-updates-e2vmlv9
Meg is a Disney adult this week so Eli joins Emily to discuss the latest. Also, Eli has been texting Emily and Meg nonstop about RHOSLC and they refuse to respond. Other topics include Timotheeeeee, nepo baby blunders, Ryan Reynolds's SNL 50 appearance, and Emily's addiction to AI-generated TikTok videos.
Anne Hathaway secret nepo baby?
What a mess and what a party!
"Those bangs were a little bit a type of suffering"
In this episode of Hive Mind, Meg, Eli, and special guest Nick Morley discuss their recent media consumption, including Eli finally watching "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," everyone watching "A Real Pain," and Nick taking the lead on "Severance." They dive into the Oscar nominations, and once again ask, "Emilia Perez?! Why?!"
Carol from Buffalo did not come to play! Check out our Sold On SLC recaps on the bonus feed
Plus: Eli's tragic attempt at watching Anora, A Complete Unknown, RHOSLC, Conclave, Deadloch, Traitors, and celebrity sightings in Planet Fitness
Check the deleted deleteds! If you haven't already, subscribe to the bonus feed to hear our Sold on SLC recaps (spoiler: YIKES)
It is with great sorrow that we learned we are going to have to watch Emilia Pérez. Plus: Blitz, Matlock, and Deadloch
Our favorite tv, movies, books and podcasts from 2024
What a mess! Also, Meghan has a cooking show cause sure why not
Making lasagna for the bit and thai disco fries
WHY CAN'T WE TALK IN FACTS?!
With a special appearance from one of Meg's kids (sorry)
High body count hair and other special moments from Meredith's Bat Mitzvah! Check our our review of episode 1 of Sold on SLC here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/Sold-on-SLC-Episode-1-e2s096m
Find more of Rebbie on her podcast.
Plus: Eli finally watched Challengers, rewatched Derry Girls, and made Meg watch My Old Ass. Meg is watching Ghosts for some reason and showed her kid Cheaper By The Dozen cause why not.
Irene is packing lunches now and Meg is cooking for her kids (boring) and they're both looking forward to Thanksgiving sides
Would you accept cash to leave a couples' trip? We would.
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