Overthinking It Podcast
857 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 264 ratingsOverthinking It subjects the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve.
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Episode 737: You Want It to be One Prey, but It’s the Other Prey
August 15, 2022 04:01On the podcast, we tackle “Prey,” the latest installment in the Predator franchise. Episode 737: You Want It to be One Prey, but It’s the Other Prey originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 736: I Need Discourse for my Bunghole
August 08, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the return of “Beavis and Butt-Head,” who return this month for a new season of TV. Episode 736: I Need Discourse for my Bunghole originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 735: You Have to Understand Me. I’m Lloyd. I’m the Worst.
August 01, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Gray Man” on Netflix, starring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. Episode 735: You Have to Understand Me. I’m Lloyd. I’m the Worst. originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 734: We Want You to Feel Listened To
July 25, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the crisis of centralized authority. Episode 734: We Want You to Feel Listened To originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 733: Divine Secrets of the Qui Gon Sisterhood [REPOST: Correct Audio]
July 18, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the first season of “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” starring Ewan McGregor, streaming on Disney+. Episode 733: Divine Secrets of the Qui Gon Sisterhood [REPOST: Correct Audio] originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 732: Anakin, Get the Onion Rings!
July 11, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the phenomenon of “manifesting,” and the relationship between circumstances, outcomes, and experience. Episode 732: Anakin, Get the Onion Rings! originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 731: Can Strange Change?
July 04, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” the latest in the MCU (or is that MCM?). Episode 731: Can Strange Change? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 730: Something is Happening While Nothing is Happening
June 27, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Downton Abbey: A New Era,” the latest entry in the Downton Cinematic Universe. Episode 730: Something is Happening While Nothing is Happening originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 729: An Archdemon is a Demon that is Doing Yoga
June 20, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle (spoiler-free!) the monsters in Stranger Things, and the meaning in how they have changed from their source material. Episode 729: An Archdemon is a Demon that is Doing Yoga originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 728: Rural Route to the Danger Zone
June 13, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle our mental maps and how they change based on time and situation. Episode 728: Rural Route to the Danger Zone originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 727: From Being a Maverick to Being the Maverick
June 06, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It podcast, we tackle “Top Gun: Maverick”, the newest entry in the Danger Zone Cinematic Universe. Episode 727: From Being a Maverick to Being the Maverick originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 726: A Blue-Collar Job as a Sashimi Miner
May 30, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the first two episodes of the new Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series. Episode 726: A Blue-Collar Job as a Sashimi Miner originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 725: Passionfruit, Orange, and Guava
May 23, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we wax nostalgic about the Disney Afternoon as we watch the new live action “Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers” movie. Episode 725: Passionfruit, Orange, and Guava originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 724: HeadSpike+
May 16, 2022 04:01On the podcast, we report back on what we’ve been doing instead of watching “Doctor Strange.” Episode 724: HeadSpike+ originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 723: Reality Breaks
May 09, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” starring Michelle Yeoh. Episode 723: Reality Breaks originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 722: When It’s Bad, It’s Awful. When It’s Good, It’s So Good.
May 02, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we’re just trying to have a nice bike ride. Episode 722: When It’s Bad, It’s Awful. When It’s Good, It’s So Good. originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 721: Must Have Been My Imagination. It’s Probably Just the Wind.
April 25, 2022 04:01On the podcast, we tackle the rotoscoped animations of Joel Haver, and the dynamics of expectation and discovery in comedy. Episode 721: Must Have Been My Imagination. It’s Probably Just the Wind. originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 720: Dumbledore’s TENET
April 18, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the latest entry in the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise. Episode 720: Dumbledore’s TENET originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 719: Straining for Sublimity
April 11, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the phenomenon of the guitar solo: What it means, and whether it has a place in modern music. Episode 719: Straining for Sublimity originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 718: I Made the Salt Waffles, and I Wanted Revenge
April 04, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we cook rice. Episode 718: I Made the Salt Waffles, and I Wanted Revenge originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 717: What Would Being Good Even Be For?
March 28, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we finally managed to play a video game together, a goal of ours since early in the pandemic. Episode 717: What Would Being Good Even Be For? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 716: Big Panda Energy
March 21, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Turning Red,” the new animated film from Pixar. Episode 716: Big Panda Energy originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 715: An Open World Video Game where the Main Character Refuses to Do the Quest
March 14, 2022 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the new Batman movie, which is called “The Batman.” Episode 715: An Open World Video Game where the Main Character Refuses to Do the Quest originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 714: If They Were Sexy Lawyers It Would Be Fine
March 07, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the return of “Law & Order,” and wonder how it fares in the world of 2022. Episode 714: If They Were Sexy Lawyers It Would Be Fine originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 713: The Whole Scottish Independence Goat Farming Thing Didn’t Work Out
February 28, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The King’s Man,” not the prequel we wanted but the prequel we deserve. Episode 713: The Whole Scottish Independence Goat Farming Thing Didn’t Work Out originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 712: Immanuel En-Kant-o
February 21, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the idea of a “rain check” and wonder if you can really have Christmas (or watch Encanto) again. Episode 712: Immanuel En-Kant-o originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 711: Why are the Payouts Different from the Probabilities?
February 14, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the commercials of Super Bowl LVI and the halftime show featuring Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, and Eminem. Episode 711: Why are the Payouts Different from the Probabilities? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 710: “…Bad Jazz?”
February 07, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Steven Spielberg’s remake of the classic musical “West Side Story.” Episode 710: “…Bad Jazz?” originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 709: We Get Older, the Music Man Stays the Same Age
January 31, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the classic musical “The Music Man,” currently playing on Broadway with Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. Episode 709: We Get Older, the Music Man Stays the Same Age originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 708: The Meatlovian and the Steinmanian
January 24, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the complex legacy of Meatloaf, and celebrate what made his art singular and powerful. Episode 708: The Meatlovian and the Steinmanian originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 707: Her Skill Wasn’t Being Nice, Her Skill Was Being Funny
January 17, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we pay tribute to Betty White, and explore the qualities that made her unique. Episode 707: Her Skill Wasn’t Being Nice, Her Skill Was Being Funny originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 706: I Indeed Have Some Explaining To Do
January 10, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Being the Ricardos,” starring Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem. Episode 706: I Indeed Have Some Explaining To Do originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 705: Have You Ever Tried To Control A Sheep?
January 03, 2022 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Matrix: Resurrections,” which is not actually the story of its protagonist. Episode 705: Have You Ever Tried To Control A Sheep? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 704: Why Do Bad Christmases Happen to Good People?
December 27, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol.” Episode 704: Why Do Bad Christmases Happen to Good People? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 703: Who’s Gonna Ride ‘Em? You?
December 20, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the latest entry into the Spider-verse, “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” Episode 703: Who’s Gonna Ride ‘Em? You? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 702: G-tente
December 13, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we watch Penny Lane’s documentary “Listening to Kenny G,” and wonder about the enigmatic figure at its center. Episode 702: G-tente originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 701: Aww Man, They All Had Wives and Families
December 06, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we prepare for another entry in the Matrix series by revisiting the original film from 1999. Episode 701: Aww Man, They All Had Wives and Families originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 700: FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK
November 29, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle what has changed over time, and how time has changed them, during the past 700 episodes. Episode 700: FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK FIRE TRUCK originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 699: I Kept the Receipts, You Kept the Scarf
November 22, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle three contemporary albums dealing with the past: Taylor Swift’s “Red (Taylor’s Version),” Silk Sonic’s “An Evening with Silk Sonic,” and ABBA’s “Voyage.” Episode 699: I Kept the Receipts, You Kept the Scarf originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 698: Really It’s the Chips That are Extra
November 15, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the deeper meaning of chips. Episode 698: Really It’s the Chips That are Extra originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 697: Mollusk Ex Machina
November 08, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Netflix’s hit Korean drama “Squid Game.” Episode 697: Mollusk Ex Machina originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 696: I’m from the Dogs, And I’m Here to Help
November 01, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey.” Episode 696: I’m from the Dogs, And I’m Here to Help originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 695: Do We Go This Way, or Do We Go That Way?
October 25, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we return to live entertainment, and discuss the whole experience of going to a stand-up comedy show. Episode 695: Do We Go This Way, or Do We Go That Way? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 694: Richmond Family Bubble
October 18, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle Season 2 of “Ted Lasso.” Episode 694: Richmond Family Bubble originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 693: The Bondiest Thing to Do
October 11, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “No Time To Die,” the last Daniel Craig installment in the James Bond franchise. Episode 693: The Bondiest Thing to Do originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 692: Ensconcing Yourself in Sexual Plaid
October 04, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the experience of city-folks gone apple picking. Episode 692: Ensconcing Yourself in Sexual Plaid originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 691: Hamilton Face with a Melville Booty
September 27, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Chair,” the new satirical academic dramedy starring Sandra Oh. Episode 691: Hamilton Face with a Melville Booty originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 690: Just Take Those Old Records Off The Shelf
September 20, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we violently disagree with the Rolling Stone list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, and we pay tribute to the late Norm Macdonald. Episode 690: Just Take Those Old Records Off The Shelf originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 689: The Legend of Scrutiny
September 13, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the newest entry in the MCU, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” Episode 689: The Legend of Scrutiny originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]
Episode 688: He Has Completed the Side-Quest to Return Winifred’s Head
September 06, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the super-arty film “The Green Knight,” and its medieval source material, “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” Episode 688: He Has Completed the Side-Quest to Return Winifred’s Head originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]