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Media/Lit

Randy Allain
Community
Lost
Bluey
Edgar Allan Poe
Media Literacy
Doctor Who
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Halloween
Friendship
The Tell-Tale Heart
Christmas
Podcasting
Jeff Winger
Cartoon All-Stars To the Rescue
Guilt
Madness
Disney
The Crow
Jack Black
A Visit From St. Nicholas

This podcast examines the various forms of media that shape our lives: the stories we love, the music that moves us, and the art the inspires us. We meet with a variety of guests to explore a piece of media that shaped them in some way and explore that influence as if it were a piece of great literature. Whether we are dealing with the seemingly inane or the deeply profound, we will try to get to ... more

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Latest Episodes

Happy Halloween, Podlings!

As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, we're diving into our annual tradition: the Poe episode. This year, Randy and Kris explore the intertwining of Edgar Allan Poe's works with the spirit of Halloween, all while sha... more

Randy and Kris are back to dissect episode two of Knights of Guinevere, “Wolves Around the Corner," from Glitch Productions and creator Dana Terrace. The guys dive into the darker themes and the evolution of characters within this indie animation dar... more

Randy and Kris welcome back Amanda Rivas of The Pop Break to dive into one of the most influential albums of the 1990s: The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails. This album, released in 1994, not only defined a genre but also sparked conversations arou... more

It has been a busy year at Media/Lit, and hosts Randy & Kris need to catch up!

The guys take an episode to catch up on some of their favorite recent media and get hyped for some of the biggest releases on the horizon. They also take some time to pre... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Rivas
Reznor's chick, frequent Media Lit guest
The Pop Break
Episode: The Downward Spiral (Nine Inch Nails)
Bill George
Friend of the pod, host of the Should I Go See It podcast
Should I Go See It
Episode: Casino Royale (2006)
Dr. John Aspler
Resident doctor, lost expert and new father
Episode: X-Men ‘97 (Season Two) & Definitive Mutant Draft
Case Aiken
Classics major guest
Independent creator
Episode: The Odyssey (2026)
Heather Stewart
Reviewer/creator
Revisionist Almanac (content creator)
Episode: The Odyssey (2026)
Bill Bodkin
Editor-in-Chief of The Pop Break, film critic
The Pop Break
Episode: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
Leah Marilla Thomas
Entertainment writer and OG friend of the pod
Various media outlets
Episode: The Midnight Coterie of Cinephile Podcasters (Wes Anderson Draft)
Scott Cole
Seasoned podcast guest, cinephile
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Episode: The Midnight Coterie of Cinephile Podcasters (Wes Anderson Draft)
Hannah Blechman
Co-host of Authorized Novelizations Podcast
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Episode: The Midnight Coterie of Cinephile Podcasters (Wes Anderson Draft)

Hosts

Randy Lane
Host with a long-running presence around media critique and pop culture analysis.
Kris Ingersoll
Co-host and founder, frequent contributor to media analysis and drafting formats.
Randy Elaine
Host and contributor with focus on media critique and collaborative episodes.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
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    You gotta listen to the Bluey episode if you’re a fan of the show. So enjoyable! Great work guys!

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    United States2 years ago

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The Downward Spiral (Nine Inch Nails)
Q: When did you first connect with The Downward Spiral, Amanda, and what did it mean to you?
Amanda shares a sixth-grade discovery through a friend's dad, describing how the album connected with her personally and helped broaden her musical and cultural horizons, including its influence on later projects and collaborations.
Casino Royale (2006)
Q: What makes Casino Royale a turning point for the Bond franchise?
It redefines Bond as a more human, conflicted character who grapples with morality, cost of violence, and vulnerability, while preserving iconic Bond elements like sharp dialogue and stylish filmmaking.
X-Men ‘97 (Season Two) & Definitive Mutant Draft
Q: John, anything from the Season recap you want to touch on, celebrate, or poke holes in?
John highlighted how Season 2 expands the mythos and gives weight to Nightcrawler and Jubilee, while noting that Apocalypse as a villain didn't land as effectively as Magneto did in Season 1; he also pointed out how the finale leaves certain arcs feeling a bit underdeveloped compared to Season 1.
X-Men ‘97 (Season Two) & Definitive Mutant Draft
Q: Before we get into the meat of this episode, what were your high-level takeaways from Season 2?
Overall, Season 2 is a strong follow-up that maintains the show's visual energy and character richness, even if it doesn't reach the political urgency of Season 1. The pacing and some design choices felt uneven, but Nightcrawler's arc and Magneto's legacy provide the season with emotional through-lines that keep it engaging.
Curry Quest (Bluey) and The Hero's Journey
Q: What makes Curry Quest stand out as a great episode for both children and parents?
Its deliberate literary framing, multi-layered quests, and the way it engages adults in scholarly discussions while remaining accessible to children, creating a shared space for meaningful conversation about growth and life changes.

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What is Media/Lit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussions-driven, literature-inflected look at media and pop culture, featuring deep dives into films, TV, and broader storytelling. Episodes mix thoughtful analysis, cross-podcast collaboration, and playful, game-like formats (drafts, roasts, and hypothetical scenarios) that reveal how media shapes taste, identity, and culture. Guests range from cinephiles and critics to writers and educators, offering both scholarly context and personal anecdote to illuminate why certain works resonate. The show consistently centers on narrative craft, character, and cultural impact, often weaving in comparisons to classics, modern cinema, and television history. A standout quality is the friendly, community-driven tone that blends rigorous critique w... more

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