The Problematic Gaze
David Moor and Lee ArnottWinner - ‘Best History Podcast’ - Independent Podcast Awards 2025
‘Top 30 Podcasts To Listen To Right Now’ - The Radio Times 2025
Direct from PG Towers, join social historian Dr Lee Arnott and TV producer Dave Moor for a lighthearted look at the world of TV, Film and Popular Culture of yesteryear that has since been considered problematic. Each week we focus on a different piece of pop cultur... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 119 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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In this episode of The Problematic Gaze, we’re diving headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes uncomfortable world of early 2000s pop culture.
This time, we head back to 2003 to unpack Bo’ Selecta! (Series 2, Episode 2), a chaotic snapshot... more
In this edition of our bonus episode, we dive into listener emails, TV comebacks, midlife mishaps, and the relentless pace of modern life. Picking up from last week’s Fight Club debate, we unpack Louis Theroux: The Manosphere and the rise of influenc... more
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This week on The Problematic Gaze we revisit Fight Club (1999)—soap, anarchy, and all. We unpack the plot, cast, and reception, and take on the enduring question: is this a razor-sharp critique of toxic masculinity, or ... more
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This week on The Problematic Gazette, we’re back for a chaotic spring equinox catch-up—sharing garden mishaps, recovery updates, and what’s next after our Psycho episode.
We get into what we’ve been watching, from the ... more
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I just found this podcast and I love it. The hosts are brilliant and I am listening to the episodes at work and laughing out loud, thank you very much
Apple Podcasts5rocky_vine
Australia5 months ago - Informative and Great Fun
I started listening after this podcast was mentioned in The Radio Times. It's quickly become a firm favourite and I look forward to new episodes. Keep Gazing, guys!
Apple Podcasts5georgeshair
United Kingdom7 months ago - Right up my strasse!
Hilarious and informative with a wonderfully organic chemistry!
Apple Podcasts5DaneNCrossUnited Kingdoma year ago - Cultural Treasure Trove
As a US listener, I learn a lot while enjoying the views and the banter. The hosts have savvy opinions about a wide array of films, TV shows, music, and other artifacts. But I will fight them both over Love Actually.
Apple Podcasts5Literateinit
United Statesa year ago - Absolutely brilliant, ticks all the boxes!
Very funny and great chemistry between these two. Real nostalgic trip, real laugh out loud, and culturally educational. Definitely worth a listen!!
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A witty, essay-style exploration of pop culture from bygone eras, with a focus on films, TV, and music that are widely considered problematic by today's standards. Across episodes, the hosts juxtapose nostalgia with critical context, examining themes like fame, gender roles, representation, and cultural impact, all while blending personal anecdotes and sharp humor. The show tends to mix rigorous cultural analysis with accessible storytelling, making academic insights approachable for a broad audience. A notable strength is the duo's dynamic banter and willingness to challenge beloved classics through a contemporary lens, which can be especially appealing to listeners who enjoy thoughtful yet entertaining media critique and LGBTQ+ perspectiv... more
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