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A scholarly podcast about pop culture hosted by Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman, produced by Witch, Please Productions.

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NOTE: This episode discusses a case involving sexual assault beginning around 28:50 (right after the conversation about Jasper) and ending at 35:38 (right before the boating propeller injury). Feel free to skip this part of the podcast if that’s best... more

If you've been following the *discourse,* you know that Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights" is a divisive film! So of course, we had to watch it and try to make sense of its turbulent place in the zeitgeist. Rather than ask if the film is a "good" ... more

Welcome back to Pitty Party! In this episode, Marcelle, Zoe, and Gaby discuss what happens to a beloved patient and celebrate the unsung heroes of the emergency department: the nurses. They also dig into a particularly noteworthy Ring Watch update an... more

We're back with a Material Concerns episode featuring Marcelle and Coach! Hannah was traveling so we jumped on mic without them and chatted about our lives and some ideas for upcoming Witch, Please Productions adventures. Part I ends with an "Ok, Hea... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Zaltzman
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Musician and guest contributor.
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Lindy West
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Works in democracy, the courts, and politics
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Dr. Leigh Dyrda
Cultural critic and scholar with a focus on eco-gothic media analysis
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Ruth Ormiston
Book designer and cultural worker
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Shira Lurie
Political historian of the early United States focusing on popular politics and historical memory.
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Anne Helen Petersen
Host of Culture Study, writer
Episode: Royals Gossip and Colonial Hangovers | Culture Study
Hannah McGregor
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Hosts

Hannah McGregor
Co-host of the discourse on pop culture within the framework of feminism and cultural critique.
Marcelle Kosman
Co-host focusing on critical engagement with media and pop culture, emphasizing intersectionality and representation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Heated Rivalry Episode

    I’ve loved this show since its beginning but have never left a review. This episode was SO GOOD! I literally was saying “YES!” over and over like I was in a revival meeting. I’ve loved smutty fanfic for years and have always felt like it was radical. It gave me such a completely new, healthy understanding of my own body and sexuality outside of my millennial upbringing of purity rings and Cosmopolitan magazine. I love talking about fanfic to anyone who will listen and love that I now having some... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beautifulblue89
    United States14 days ago
  • Silliest Serious Product

    This is far and away my favorite podcast! Highly recommend if you’re someone who enjoys thinking deeply. Marcelle and Hannah’s insights shape how I see the world around me while making it feel like a good parasocial hang. The Barbie X Petrocapitalism episode in particular blew my mind, but they’re all great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bean Machine 2000
    United Statesa month ago
  • Material relevant to your interests!

    Material Girls is a hilarious, topical, and expert deep dive on pop culture today. Hosts Marcelle and Hannah have a chemistry and arch sense of humour that builds on the formula of their previous podcast, Witch, Please (an awesome feminist read through of the Harry Potter universe, also recommended!). It is such a gift that they are now using their powers to make sense of whatever has surfaced from the late capitalist sea of content to capture our attention and stir up controversy. I recommend M... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaz_8419
    Canada2 months ago
  • Fave podcast :)

    Absolutely love this show from the Harry Potter seasons to now. Slightly redeemed Harry Potter from the TERF dustbin for me. My favorite podcaster that writes about feminist dinosaurs :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edenheffha
    United States3 months ago
  • Material Girls is AMAZING!!!

    Hannah and Marcelle are super smart, funny, entertaining hosts who dive into so many zeitgeist-y pop culture phenomena while connecting them to historical perspectives, literary and political theory, and keeping me laughing the whole time. My favorite podcast!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    banjoclove
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and academic rigor in exploring pop culture themes.
The podcast is praised for its critical insights into contemporary media issues, particularly around feminism and representation.

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Daddy: A Live Show with Helen Zaltzman and Martin Austwick
Q: What's the relationship between mommy and daddy?
There will be a separate episode to discuss 'mommy' as a counterpart to 'daddy'.
Daddy: A Live Show with Helen Zaltzman and Martin Austwick
Q: Can you comment on the moment in the Canadian election campaign when a woman at a Mark Carney rally yelled, 'lead us Big Daddy'?
The hosts reflect that daddies are not good in politics and highlight the significance of wanting a responsible dad.
The X Files x Conspiracy with Leigh Dyrda
Q: Were you guys also interested in the myth arc?
Marcelle prefers the Monster of the Week episodes, as they are less stressful compared to ongoing stories.
Royals Gossip and Colonial Hangovers | Culture Study
Q: How can we balance the obsession with sourcing every little thing with the need to give celebrities, and I guess royals too, some privacy?
It is difficult to discern when public figures are performing their identities intentionally and when they are seeking privacy, as the roles of celebrity and royal figures are deeply intertwined with public expectation.
Royals Gossip and Colonial Hangovers | Culture Study
Q: What do you think about the American fascination with the Royal family?
The fascination hinges on a stereotype of British culture, and curiosity stemming from a defined separation from monarchy as an element of American identity.

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This engaging podcast examines pop culture through a scholarly lens, offering insightful discussions on a variety of topics including films, television shows, and societal trends. The hosts, who are both academics, blend humor and critical analysis as they address themes related to gender representation, queer narratives, and the intersection of pop culture with historical perspectives. With episodes covering everything from classic films to contemporary social issues, the content combines entertainment with thought-provoking insights, making it appealing to listeners interested in both academia and media critique. Unique to this podcast is its ability to relate pop culture phenomena to broader cultural movements, making complex subjects ac... more

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