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Another classic episode of the Tony's Take Podcast! This time it's episode 3(May 24th 2017). In this one we talk 2017 NHL playoffs, Chris Paul going to the Spurs, and NBA super teams. On the entertainment side we get into Aziz Ansari's Master of None, Amber Heard hurting Johnny Depp, and having your car stolen while watching a Pirates movie. Please keep in mind, this was recorded three years ago. It doesn't sound great. We're way better now.
Heather and Bennett discuss season 2 of Aziz Ansari's Master of None episode-by-episode, and also talk about "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas. Other topics include: Roger Federer, Orphan Black, Brooklyn 99, Skam, Kingsman: The Secret Service, Ben Platt, Parks & Rec, Moana, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Haley Joel Osmont, Apple, Bob Dylan, Dear White People, John Wick, Yuri on Ice, Chris Colfer, Voltron: Legendary Defender, Power Rangers, Megan Whalen Turner, and Jim & the Povolos.
This week is all about season 2 of Aziz Ansari's Master of None--we discuss the show's style, vibe, and if we want a season 3. Also the word "artsy" is used way more that necessary.
Aziz Ansari's "Master of None" is back for its second season on Netflix, and we're slurping it up like so many bowls of homemade Bucatini. Plus, "Twin Peaks" is back after 25 years but neither of us are quite caught up yet so instead we're talking about "Mulholland Dr." Thanks as always to Alex Brodsky for making our theme music and Makenzie Flom for the art.
Terrible Opinions Jordan is frustrated with seemingly engaged conservatives who act very puzzled when they hear the term "cisgender" and obviously aren't venturing outside their usual political bubble. Matthias didn't understand "Moonlight" and thought "Hacksaw Ridge" and "Lion" were the strongest films this year. Better late than never As we finally discuss the 2017 Oscars, Jordan breaks down "Moonlight" and persuades Matthias to give it another look. We go back and forth on "Hacksaw Ridge," which Matthias loved and Jordan hated, and analyze why "Arrival" didn't quite work but was still a great film. Jordan rants about "Manchester by the Sea" and Casey Affleck, and we both agree that Denzel Washington was robbed of Best Actor for his rich performance in "Fences." Why they invented Netflix Netflix may have been beaten to a Best Picture nomination by Amazon, but it's still making incredible cultural strides by appealing to demographics that are usually ignored. "House of Cards," its first hit original series, doesn't appeal to everyone, but it doesn't have to. Everyone in Washington watches it because the show was designed for a specific (and influential) demographic of TV viewers. "House of Cards" helped Netflix get noticed, and the streaming platform kept creating original content targeted to very specific subsets of its audience. Matthias details his theory that Netflix aims to "serve under-served entertainment groups," creating content that appeals to specific subcultures. We analyze several Netflix series, including "The Ranch," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" and the "Veggietales" revival. "Unbreakable," a witty, quirky Tina Fey property, was obviously created for a female audience, while "Veggietales" returned as a Netflix original for Christian viewers. Aziz Ansari's "Master of None" shows the lived experience of an immigrant's kid, while "The Ranch" is about a rural family in Colorado.
Ravi Patel (Master Of None, Meet the Patels, Grandfathered) stops by the studio to talk his groundbreaking role on Aziz Ansari's "Master of None", his new documentary "Meet the Patels" on Netflix, and why its good to be an Indian in Hollywood right now.
Rupa Shenoy and Arun Rath talk about how Aziz Ansari's "Master of None" became a window into their own lives as first-generation Americans.
On this week's KollabCast it's just Marvin and Minji (who's calling in from the bay area). Join our hosts for a whirlwind discussion that starts off Thanksgiving focused, but then dovetails into a wide range of subjects such as Aziz Ansari's Master of None, Millenials, Dating, Weddings, and Black Friday (ok that's more back on track)! Happy Thanksgiving! As always, send us your listener questions at podcast@kollaboration.org This week’s intro music is provided by Kollaboration Toronto Alum Plaitwrights Subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, or via our RSS feed (http://kollaboration.libsyn.com/rss) Follow our hosts at: @minjeeeezy @marvinyueh
Live from Town Hall in New York City, Slate's Culture Gabfest is joined by the Political Gabfest and Hang Up and Listen to discuss the growing threat of ISIS, Aziz Ansari's Master of None, and the Russian doping scandal. Plus, an interview with Hamilton cast members Leslie Odom Jr. and Daveed Diggs. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Club W, leading the "grape to glass" wine revolution. Answer just six simple questions at ClubW.com and their algorithm will create a Palate Profile just for you. Get wine directly to your door, perfectly customized to match your taste. For 50 percent off your first order, go to ClubW.com/culture. And by The Message, a new podcast series from GE Podcast Theater. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at www.slate.com/gabfestplus. Twitter: @SlateCultFest Facebook: facebook.com/culturefest Email: culturefest@slate.com
Live from Town Hall in New York City, Slate's Culture Gabfest is joined by the Political Gabfest and Hang Up and Listen to discuss the growing threat of ISIS, Aziz Ansari's Master of None, and the Russian doping scandal. Plus, an interview with Hamilton cast members Leslie Odom Jr. and Daveed Diggs. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Club W, leading the "grape to glass" wine revolution. Answer just six simple questions at ClubW.com and their algorithm will create a Palate Profile just for you. Get wine directly to your door, perfectly customized to match your taste. For 50 percent off your first order, go to ClubW.com/culture. And by The Message, a new podcast series from GE Podcast Theater. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at www.slate.com/gabfestplus. Twitter: @SlateCultFest Facebook: facebook.com/culturefest Email: culturefest@slate.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The team talks about the content they listen or watch during difficult times; plus they share their thoughts on Aziz Ansari's new Netflix comedy series Master of None. With Guy Branum, Wynter Mitchell, Margaret Wappler and Oliver Wang. That’s My Jam: Wynter Mitchell - That's Life by Shirley Bassey Oliver Wang - Go Back Home by Allen Touissant Margaret Wappler - John Lennon's Imagine by Davide Martelo Guy Branum - Marseillaise by Edith Piaf Each week we’ll add everyone’s jams to this handy Spotify playlist. You can let us know what you think of Pop Rocket and suggest topics in our Facebook group or via @PopRocket on Twitter.
Stepping in for HBO's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald weigh in on Fargo, The Leftovers, Aziz Ansari's Master of None, the 30-minute TV model and Jeremy Renner's most recent candid interview. Also, the guys announce the launch of Channel 33, the upcoming pop culture/NBA podcast from the Bill Simmons podcast network.