
Critics at Large is a weekly culture podcast from The New Yorker. Every Thursday, the staff writers Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz discuss current obsessions, classic texts they’re revisiting with fresh eyes, and trends that are emerging across books, television, film, and more. The show runs the gamut of the arts and pop culture, with lively, surprising conversations about e... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 127 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

“Michael”—a new film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, charting Michael Jackson’s rise to fame—just had the best opening weekend in the history of bio-pics, proving that audiences are still eager to celebrate the King of Pop. The movie also ends, pointedly... more
Cynicism is widely considered a defining quality of our conspiracy-addled, irony-poisoned age. But audiences and creatives alike now seem ready to cast it aside in favor of an attitude that’s long been out of style: earnestness. On this episode of Cr... more
In 2019, marriage rates in the United States hit their lowest point in a hundred and forty years. They still haven’t rebounded. On this episode of Critics at Large, Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz consider how recent cultural off... more
In the new HBO miniseries “DTF St. Louis,” Jason Bateman plays a weatherman living with his wife and kids in a sleepy town just outside of St. Louis. He befriends a coworker, Floyd Smernitch (David Harbour), and the two sign up for a dating app that ... more
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While I appreciate that The New Yorker is now willing to examine the Kennedy Myth, it was disappointing to hear how ingrained the myth making is with the hosts. First, RFK, jr is a pretty horrific human being. But this isn’t new or has recently come to light. This has been known for decades. Sadly, it only matters now to some people because he joined the Trump Administration. Second, they conclude the JFK, jr was a swell guy. He also treated women horrifically, including the two he killed flying... more
such a low bar here with a very little depth, insight, or joy. Think of someone scrunching up their nose and saying I didn’t like it.
This is an amazing podcast but please stop Naomi from interrupting
I love Critics at Large. No notes.
Great Episode! I blanched a bit when Vinson called it good but 'corny,' but to be fair, us 'loons' must be honest with ourselves - it does fall on some corn. But...it's the Corn we NEED right now. It's the balm to our aching hearts from all this madness in the US. It's just hopeful and optomistic. Again...thank you Canada 🇨🇦. You gave us the gift we didn't deserve!
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The content focuses on a wide range of cultural topics, from classic literature and contemporary films to the dynamics of pop culture phenomena. With engaging discussions led by a trio of knowledgeable staff writers, the podcast analyzes current obsessions and historical texts alike, offering fresh insights and nuanced critiques. Episodes frequently touch on significant cultural themes, exploring the intricacies of American identity and societal dynamics from various angles, including race, gender, and history. This podcast stands out for its blend of scholarly analysis with lively banter, enticing listeners who appreciate deep cultural commentary infused with humor and personality.
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