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 687: Super-Threatening Fish of an Unclear Nature
August 30, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Reminiscence” starring Hugh Jackman. Episode 687: Super-Threatening Fish of an Unclear Nature 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 686: A Film With Documents
August 23, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Val,” a new documentary about the actor Val Kilmer featuring a lifetime of footage he shot himself. Episode 686: A Film With Documents 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 685: What Do People Her Age Say? Hits Different.
August 16, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Mitchells vs. The Machines,” an animated film streaming on Netflix. Episode 685: What Do People Her Age Say? Hits Different. 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 684: The Film’s Heart Was in the Middle of the Starfish
August 09, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle James Gunn’s take on “The Suicide Squad.” Episode 684: The Film’s Heart Was in the Middle of the Starfish 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 683: Are You More of a Jungler Or More of a Cruiser
August 02, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the continuum of entertainment experiences from the most effortful to the most easeful, which is an excuse for why we didn’t see “Jungle Cruise.” Episode 683: Are You More of a Jungler Or More of a Cruiser 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 682: If Warner Bros. Is God, Which I Think They Think They Are
July 26, 2021 04:01On the podcast, we tackle “Space Jam: A New Legacy” starring LeBron James as LeBron James. Episode 682: If Warner Bros. Is God, Which I Think They Think They Are 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 681: I’m Glad That I Saw the Marvel Property That Had an Alligator with a Funny Hat
July 19, 2021 04:01On the overthinking It Podcast, two Marvel properties in one: The “Black Widow” movie and the “Loki” TV Show! Episode 681: I’m Glad That I Saw the Marvel Property That Had an Alligator with a Funny Hat 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 680: Richard Branson, the First Billionaire to go to Prom
July 12, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, everybody slam: Welcome to the billionaire Space Jam. Episode 680: Richard Branson, the First Billionaire to go to Prom 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 679: That Championship Sesason
July 05, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Bo Burnham’s Netflix special “Inside” and how we process our experiences of the last year. Episode 679: That Championship Sesason 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 678: A Saga is a Multi-Generational Story about a Family
June 28, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “F9: The Fast Saga” and the return of the Fast & Furious crew. Episode 678: A Saga is a Multi-Generational Story about a Family 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 677: Hardcore Musicals
June 21, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the film of “In The Heights,” with songs by Lin Manuel Miranda. Episode 677: Hardcore Musicals 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 676: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Cockroaches
June 14, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we revisit Brian De Palma’s classic “Scarface,” starring Al Pacino. Episode 676: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Cockroaches 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 675: I Don’t Have Murder Suspects, I Got Family
June 07, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Mare of Easttown,” starring Kate Winslet. Episode 675: I Don’t Have Murder Suspects, I Got Family 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 674: Old Things in New Masks
May 31, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackel 2019’s adaptation of “Watchmen” as an HBO series. Episode 674: Old Things in New Masks 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 673: Somebody Once Told Me
May 24, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Shrek. Episode 673: Somebody Once Told Me 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 672: Don’t Be Fooled by the Rocks that You Got
May 17, 2021 04:01On the podcast, we tackle the reemergence of Bennifer, and what it might mean for “getting back to normal.” Episode 672: Don’t Be Fooled by the Rocks that You Got 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 671: All the Chairs are Very Heavy
May 10, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking it Podcast, we tackle all the TV shows where an expert turns around failing restaurants and bars through hard work and tough love. Episode 671: All the Chairs are Very Heavy 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 670: I Put My Thing Down, Flip It, and Reverse It
May 03, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Tenet, Christopher Nolan’s theatrical blockbuster of 2020. Episode 670: I Put My Thing Down, Flip It, and Reverse It 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 669: John Walker, Black Label
April 26, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” the streaming series carrying on the story of Captain America. Episode 669: John Walker, Black Label 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 668: Quod Erat Deliciousum
April 19, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the relationship between the perspectives of the performer and the audience. Episode 668: Quod Erat Deliciousum 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 667: Is George Clooney Really Batman?
April 12, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the subject of acting, which is harder to pin down than it first appears Episode 667: Is George Clooney Really Batman? 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 666: Joke Not a Joke
April 05, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle April Fools Day, which felt a little different this year, and the meaning of jokes and pranks. Episode 666: Joke Not a Joke 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 665: Are We Talking about Hamlet or Axel Foley?
March 29, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the delightful and surprisingly subtle “Beverly Hills Cop” (1984) starring Eddie Murphy. Episode 665: Are We Talking about Hamlet or Axel Foley? 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 664: You’re in the Snyder Cut, Baby!
March 22, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the first part of the Snyder Cut of “Justice League.” Episode 664: You’re in the Snyder Cut, Baby! 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 663: I Don’t Wanna Be a Terminator
March 15, 2021 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle some questions about game design and donkey sauce. Episode 663: I Don’t Wanna Be a Terminator 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 662: Is It Lost? Is It Howard The Duck?
March 08, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the Season Finale of WandaVision, mostly wondering what it MIGHT have been. Episode 662: Is It Lost? Is It Howard The Duck? 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 661: It’s Almost Like Herman’s Head
March 01, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we stream Point Break, starring Gary Busey and co-starring Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves. Episode 661: It’s Almost Like Herman’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)]
Episode 660: That’s What I Did, and It Worked for Me
February 22, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle asking for and giving advice in advice columns and in person. Episode 660: That’s What I Did, and It Worked for Me 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 659: I’m Turning The Crank! I’m Turning The Crank!
February 15, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, are you afraid of the dark? We tackle what blackouts and what it means when the lights go out. Episode 659: I’m Turning The Crank! I’m Turning The Crank! 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 658: A Didgeri of Dews
February 08, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, it’s our annual show tackling the commercials of this year’s Super Bowl. Episode 658: A Didgeri of Dews 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 657: How We Climbed, or Were Clumb
February 01, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, the conclusion of our close reading of Amanda Gorman’s inaugural poem, “The Hill We Climb.” Episode 657: How We Climbed, or Were Clumb 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 656: “Us” is Also the Country that the Poem is About
January 25, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we offer a close-reading of the first half of Amanda Gorman’s inaugural poem, “The Hill We Climb.” Episode 656: “Us” is Also the Country that the Poem is About 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 655: At the End, There’s Going to be a Portal
January 18, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “WandaVision,” a new show streaming on Disney+ which takes the MCU into the land of classic sitcoms. Episode 655: At the End, There’s Going to be a Portal 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 654: He is Very Obvioulsy an Evil Wizard
January 11, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we examine the memes that have emerged since Wednesday’s attack on the US Capitol. Episode 654: He is Very Obvioulsy an Evil Wizard 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 653: Wa Waa Waaa Waaaah
January 04, 2021 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Soul,” the new animated film from Pixar starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. Episode 653: Wa Waa Waaa Waaaah 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 652: Escalators!
December 28, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Wonder Woman 1984,” starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig, and Pedro Pascal. Episode 652: Escalators! 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 651: My Microphone is Made of Pure Beskar
December 21, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the season 2 finale of Star Wars’ “The Mandalorian” on Disney Plus. Spoilers. Episode 651: My Microphone is Made of Pure Beskar 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 650: What Did You Accomplish by Doing All of This?
December 14, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we are inspired by Christopher Nolan to ask, what is ACTUALLY the worst streaming service? Episode 650: What Did You Accomplish by Doing All of This? 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 649: She’s Not a Bird, Not Yet a Woman
December 07, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we watch Disney’s live action remake of “Mulan” and ask ourselves, “Is it Loyal, Brave, and True?” Episode 649: She’s Not a Bird, Not Yet a Woman 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 648: If You Think You are More Important Than the Hat…
November 30, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It, we tackle the 4th season of The Crown, featuring Gillian Anderson as Margaret Thatcher and a Swamp of Sadness as Charles and Diana. Episode 648: If You Think You are More Important Than the Hat… 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 647: Look at the Board
November 23, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we consider what makes our diversions so diverting. Maybe it’s because every is streaming chess now? Episode 647: Look at the Board 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 646: Grind, Temperature, and Time
November 16, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we start at the very beginning. (A very good place to start.) Episode 646: Grind, Temperature, and Time 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 645: Wings, Dawn, Sun, Hand
November 09, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle a week in which, to be honest, nothing much happened. Episode 645: Wings, Dawn, Sun, Hand 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 644: It’s About On Par with Hamlet… Bad Hamlet
November 02, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we pay tribute to Sean Connery and in his honor watch “Highlander.” Episode 644: It’s About On Par with Hamlet… Bad Hamlet 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 643: Broadly Speaking, Bouffon Clowning
October 26, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we overthink Sacha Baron Cohen’s “Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm.” Episode 643: Broadly Speaking, Bouffon Clowning 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 642: One Photon of Daylight
October 19, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we’ll do the opposite of last week and talk about the tiny delights that are getting us through these times. Episode 642: One Photon of Daylight 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 641: Joel Embiid’s Mountain Dew Process, Otherwise Known as Science
October 12, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the trivial irritations which are surely the most important problems of 2020. Episode 641: Joel Embiid’s Mountain Dew Process, Otherwise Known as Science 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 640: We’re Talking about Practice
October 05, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Ted Lasso, a comedy about an American Football coach in the UK starring Jason Sudeikis and available on Apple TV+. Episode 640: We’re Talking about Practice 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 639: A Series of Pellets and Shocks
September 28, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we wonder why we play video games even when they’re Not Fun. Episode 639: A Series of Pellets and Shocks 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 638: Alas, Porziņģis, I Knew Him Well
September 21, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we discuss the main storylines of the biggest prestige show on television, the NBA Playoffs. Episode 638: Alas, Porziņģis, I Knew Him Well 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)]