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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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Welcome back to Remedial Rewatch: Community 101

Kris, Randy, and Tyler are here to look back on the first three seasons of Community and explore the impact of creator Dan Harmon on the initial run of the series before his ouster. They also reflect o... more

This week, we are men of constant sorrow.

Randy and Kris are joined by special guest Bill Bodkin, Editor in Chief of The Pop Break, to revisit O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000). It’s a deep dive into the Coen Brothers adaptation of Homer’s The Odys... more

Welcome to the Midnight Coterie of Cinephile Podcasters.

What would happen if Wes Anderson were trapped in a dreamscape with a team of his own misfit characters? Media/Lit has several answers for you. In this episode, Randy crosses another item off ... more

Randy and Kris are getting hyped to return to Westeros and the Game of Thrones universe with the impending premiere of House of the Dragon S3! In fact, their hype is so big that a simple draft of their favorite characters wasn’t enough. Instead, Rand... more

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Recent Guests

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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Anna Stone
Host of Stone's Top Tens
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Episode: Draft for the Iron Throne (Game of Thrones Draft)
Everett Mansur
Journeyman podcaster, cinephile; Instagram @WatchThisFilmBlog
Episode: Draft for the Iron Throne (Game of Thrones Draft)
Liz Sherry
Librarian
Episode: The Fast and the Furious (2001)
Andy Apperson
Teacher
Episode: The Fast and the Furious (2001)
John Hodgman
Guest noted for appearance in one of the batch episodes
Actor/Author
Episode: Digital Estate Podding (Community S3, Episodes 11-22)
Doug Leaf
Guest, Nostalgia Arcandom host and Tolkien enthusiast
Nostalgia Arcandom / The Nostalgia Marcanum
Episode: The Case for Tom Bombadil (Lord of the Rings)
Timm Freitas
Educator and podcaster
Garden of English
Episode: Curry Quest (Bluey) and The Hero's Journey

Hosts

Randy Elaine
Host with multiple episode appearances, frequently collaborating as a primary host on Media Lit–related discussions.
Kris Ingersoll
Co-host with extensive involvement across Media Lit and related projects, often leads conversations on pop culture and media literacy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 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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    kellyseibold
    United States2 years ago

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Smart, thoughtful discussions that stay accessible.
Engaging hosts who nerd out with heart and humor.
High-quality guests with insightful takes on media.
Great balance of nostalgia and analysis for fans and newcomers.

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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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Q: How do you feel about Don and Peggy?
Don and Peggy are platonic soulmates, and their connection is profound, but not romantic.
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Q: Do you ship Don and Betty?
I do not, because they are drawn together by a shared illusion, which leads to emptiness.
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Q: What makes Mad Men such an essential watch?
It's the story of America, society, and self-discovery, as it also explores the formal dynamics of storytelling.
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Q: What was your relationship with Cate Blanchett before Tár?
Cate Blanchett has always been seen as a powerful presence on screen, known for roles like Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings, but her performance in Tár was a revelation, showcasing a complex mix of vulnerability and authority.

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A thoughtful, conversation-driven show that treats media as literature, unpacking films, TV, and pop culture through close reading, personal memories, and contextual commentary. Episodes frequently blend critical analysis with nostalgic appreciation, guest perspectives from educators, writers, and cosplay/nerd-culture figures, and practical angles for teachers and parents. Notable strengths include a literate approach to genre, strong collaborative banter, and an openness to cross-promotions and fan communities, which can help potential listeners gauge relevance to both nerd culture and media literacy interests.

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7. John Hodgman
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