Unclear and Present Danger
Jamelle Bouie and John GanzNew York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie and freelance writer John Ganz delve into the world of 90s post-Cold War thrillers with Unclear and Present Danger, a podcast that explores America in an age of transition to lone superpower, at once triumphant and unsure of its role in the world.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 108 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmSociety & Culture | |||
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On this week’s episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John watched Steven Spielberg’s World War II epic, Saving Private Ryan, starring Tom Hanks, Ed Burns, Matt Damon and Tom Sizemore, among many other notable actors. Set in 1944 during a... more
On this week’s episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John discuss the 1998 X-Files movie, directed by Rob Bowman with a screenplay by X-Files creator Chris Carter. Starring, obviously, David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, the X-Files mov... more
On this week’s episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle is joined by Nicole Hemmer, a professor of history at Vanderbilt University and co-host of the This Day in History podcast, to discuss the 1997 dystopian science-fiction film Gattaca, dire... more
On this week’s episode of the pod, Jamelle and John cover Michael Bay's 1998 asteroid movie Armageddon — the one where oil drillers, not astronauts, are sent to save the world. They discuss why it reads as the most right-wing film they've covered: a ... more
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- Jamelle is the best
I’ll listen to Jamelle talk about anything, but it’s especially delightful to hear him talk about movies he likes (or even ones he doesn’t like that much).
Apple Podcasts5SallyMejia7
United States21 days ago - Always looking forward to the next episode
I’m the ideal age for these 90’s movies but I always learn a lot from the newspaper flashback segment and I really enjoy the dynamic of the co-hosts, with Jamelle having an unshakable enthusiasm for “bad” movies as entertainment and John being harder on some of the films. Highly recommended! If you’re unsure pick a blockbuster title like Armageddon and see if you like it.
Apple Podcasts5vegbillUnited States22 days ago - Jamelle is great
It seems like John Ganz is always so annoyed by the films. I look forward to new episodes and really enjoy hearing Jamelle’s takes but it’s getting exhausting listening to John complain and be annoyed.
Apple Podcasts3N/A00123United Statesa month ago - DNF
Unapologetically spoiled the movie within the first 5 minutes and then started reading a news article verbatim lol what
Apple Podcasts1jxnnnydUnited Statesa month ago - Great Show
And not just because it makes me feel smart for enjoying Broken Arrow, Bulworth, and worse.
Apple Podcasts5Conny RoxUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #167 | United States/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #178 |  Canada/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #217 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #164 |  France/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #246 |  Israel/TV & Film |
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A thoughtful blend of politics, history, and film that centers on 1990s post–Cold War culture. Episodes consistently pair sharp analysis of contemporary politics with deep dives into classic thrillers and cultural touchstones from that era, using films as lenses to discuss power, media, race, and national identity. Noteworthy is the duo's willingness to connect pop culture to real-world policy and political shifts, often featuring guest voices to broaden perspectives. The format appeals to listeners who enjoy interdisciplinary analysis, historical context, and candid, witty dialogue about how the 1990s continue to shape today's politics and culture.
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