
Comedian & pop culture critic Jolenta Greenberg has a theory: reality TV isn’t ruining culture - it is culture. Join her and a cast of sharp, funny guests as they dig into the details behind the drama and unpack why we can’t get enough of those iconic scenes and unforgettable characters. This is the place for highbrow conversations about “lowbrow” TV All seasons By the Book & How to Be Fine are al... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 393 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsArts | |||

This week Jolenta does a deep dive on The Fool archetype and his evil alter-ego, The Derelict. Fools show up a lot in reality TV, from Lisa Barlow to Craig Conover. And of course she’s gonna profile the crown-prince of foolishness: Summer House’s Ky... more
Jolenta is joined by writer/actor Mara Wilson, who shares her insights on America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and the season two contract negotiations. You don’t want to miss her hot takes on having your image monetized and chronic peo... more
It’s time to talk about two archetypes that can’t keep it in their pants and tend to use women - The Ladies Man and his evil alter-ego, The Seducer. Jolenta investigates how these messy f-boys show up in reality TV, paying special attention to Shep R... more
Jolenta is joined by Jenny Donheiser (How Were U Brainwashed?) to explore the origin story of the “press conference luncheon” - a somewhat common Real Housewives occourence. They delve into the anals of history and discuss the significance of Karen H... more
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I was a fan of Jolenta Greenberg’s earlier podcast (with the wonderful Kristen Meinzer) By the Book and was happy to come across Hot Mess-terpiece Theatre. It’s smart and funny and it credits the Housewives shows for the great story-telling that they are.
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Loved the Sister Wives scene you covered with Amye. You guys felt all the emotions right with Janelle, Christine & the kids. Kody will never get it. After their loss and still nothing. It’s hopeless. Great podcast.
A Watershed Sisterwives moment!!! Ladies, this was the episode I didn’t even know I needed. Excellent episode. So fun to hear you with Little Miss Recap. Thank You🤩🤩
Loved the Gorgon episode- very interesting to connect archetypes to the people we watch.
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The content centers on the intersection of reality television and culture, often exploring how iconic scenes and memorable characters from shows reflect broader societal themes. With a blend of humor and critical analysis, discussions frequently delve into character dynamics, betrayals, and archetypes within popular franchises such as 'The Real Housewives' and 'Vanderpump Rules'. Notably, the hosts and guests bring diverse perspectives, ensuring a rich dialogue that highlights the cultural significance of reality TV rather than condemning it. This podcast is particularly distinctive for its highbrow examination of what some might deem lowbrow entertainment, engaging listeners who appreciate both comedy and insightful critique in an accessib... more
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