No Holds Barred is a podcast where no topic is off-limits. It is hosted by four graduate students, interested in politics, intersectional feminism and pop-culture. Join us weekly for political scandals, celebrity gossip and a few bad jokes.
This week we discuss all things musical - Adele's album '30' and her Oprah interview, Taylor Swift and copyright laws in the music industry, Ed Sheeran's 'Equals' and more...
This week we discuss all things musical - Adele's album '30' and her Oprah Interview, Taylor Swift and copyright laws in the music industry, Ed Sheeran's 'Equals' and more...
This week we talk about the news, the anniversary of Harry Potter, Candace Owens calling Big Bird a Big Pharma Pervert and more...In the main segment of the episode we discuss Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen, and the findings from the documents she has leaked. Join us for a breakdown of the political and social impact of social media, and Facebook in particular, and what the data we now have means.
This week, in a two-part episode, we discuss all things fashion - the Met Gala, the environmental impact of fast fashion and more.
This week, in a two-part episode, we discuss all things fashion - the Met Gala, the environmental impact of fast fashion and more.
No Holds Barred is back, and better than ever. In Episode 1 of the new season (yes, we know!), we go through a laundry list of things that have happened over the last couple of months. We've missed discussing the news, sharing them with you, and honestly...each other. So, here's to a fresh start and a new season.
In this episode of No Holds Barred, we discuss the final Brexit deal, talk about whether people vote rationally, what this deal will mean for the near future, and discuss the viability of a US/UK trade deal. We also discuss Netflix's new show Bridgerton, described by the swoon-worthy Duke of Hastings, Regé-Jean Page, as "Jane Austen meets Gossip Girl, with like 35 Shades of Grey". We delve into the world of Shondaland, discuss the production and costumes, and *that* scene. Please tune in for all the latest tea on Etonians, and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and across our social media platforms.
Just in time for Christmas, this week we discuss Christmas movies and romantic comedies. In a move that should surprise no one, we also talk about the Netflix Christmas movie repertoire and their newest reality TV show, The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives....we’re still pushing for that Netflix sponsorship. Call us.
This week on No Holds Barred, we reflect on the U.S. Election results, discuss The Queen's Gambit, and season four of The Crown. We have a fun tweet for you this week - be on the look-out for the explanation at the end!
...and we're back! Your four favorite girls are all back in Oxford and ready to record again! This week we wanted to catch up with you, and each other, talk about some of the culture we've been consuming, and get ready for next week! We have a spooky story for your this week, and one of us declares a political campaign! We're happy to be back, and look forward to hearing from you on our social media accounts!
In our final episode for season one, we discuss voting through a psychological and political lens, the expansion of the American Presidency, and democratic backsliding. We also talk about Emily Ratajkowski's piece 'Buying Myself Back: When does a model own her own image', as well as Chris Evans' leaked photo. We hope this episode leaves you more informed about voting, and also makes you chuckle (you get two bad jokes this week!). We won't be gone for long, so stay tuned!
This week on No Holds Barred, after a brief summary of the things Trump has said in the last week, we tried to cover lighter topics - namely the Cardi B/Candace Owens Twitter feud and a segment on Jane Austen. The audience-requested Jane Austen segment features a discussion of different classic and modern adaptations, as well as Austen's importance and legacy in literature. Look out for some Austen humor at the end!
This week we had so much to talk about, that we're coming out with a two-part episode again! For episode nine, your four favorite grad students reunite for a discussion of the DNC vs. RNC, mainstream media and the fourth estate, and the events in Kenosha, Wisconsin. After all our heavy discussions, we finish up the episode on a lighter note, discussing the latest TV we've been consuming. Don't miss this episode, and look out for the worst political joke we could think of for this week!
This week we had so much to talk about, that we're coming out with a two-part episode again! For episode nine, your four favorite grad students reunite for a discussion of the DNC vs. RNC, mainstream media and the fourth estate, and the events in Kenosha, Wisconsin. After all our heavy discussions, we finish up the episode on a lighter note, discussing the latest TV we've been consuming. Don't miss this episode, and look out for the worst political joke we could think of for this week!
Episode 7 of No Holds Barred will come out in two parts this week. Every week, we record ~1 hour of our (way lengthier) conversation, and release it into the universe. Last week we couldn’t call, and had to skip an episode of NHB - leaving us with A LOT of catching up to do. So stay tuned for an extended Sh*t Trump Says segment, our first look at the DNC, Chicago River bridges raised as a sign of divisions, WAP and yet another intersection of Taylor Swift & Political Science.
Episode 7 of No Holds Barred will come out in two parts this week. Every week, we record ~1 hour of our (way lengthier) conversation, and release it into the universe. Last week we couldn’t call, and had to skip an episode of NHB - leaving us with A LOT of catching up to do. So stay tuned for an extended Sh*t Trump Says segment, our first look at the DNC, Chicago River bridges raised as a sign of divisions, WAP and yet another intersection of Taylor Swift & Political Science.
In Episode Six of No Holds Barred, we discuss Trump's Axiom interview, Femicides in Turkey and around the world, hashtag or "lazy" activism, and fangirl over Beyonce's Black is King. Don't miss this episode, and follow us on social media to keep updated.
In this episode of No Holds Barred, we continue our discussion of Indian Matchmaking, debate celebrity interior design choices, Taylor Swift's Folklore, Rep. Yoho calling AOC a "bitch," the Portland protests, and the countdown to the U.S. general election. Please tune in for all the latest political and pop culture news, and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and across our social media platforms.
In Episode Four of No Holds Barred, we explore the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict through the lens of international lawmaking, misinformation, share the latest Kanye West updates, discuss cancel culture, as well as catch up on popular culture, Indian Matchmaking (Netflix), sex ed, and more. Don't miss this episode, and follow us on social media to keep updated.
In Episode Three of No Holds Barred, we discuss the erosion of secularism, catch up on the latest celebrity gossip, fangirl over the Hamilton musical, and delve into a deep discussion of Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich and Athlete A. Don't miss this episode, and follow us on social media to keep updated.
In Episode Two of No Holds Barred, we reunite for a discussion of Disclosure: Trans Lives on Screen (2020), the representation of transgender people in the media, intersectionality, cancel culture, JK Rowling, as well as other culture we have been consuming lately. Don't miss this episode, and look out for the worst political joke we could think of for this week!
In our first episode of No Holds Barred, we talk about AOC, progressive politics, Miss Representation, imposter syndrome, and what’s been on our minds this week. Please forgive the background noise and other technical difficulties!
The first episode of No Holds Barred with Dimi, Shree, Alani and Nel is coming soon. Stay tuned!
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