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 637: Perhaps We Can Carve Out an Exception
September 14, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Pumpkin Spice Latte season, which comes earlier and earlier every year, and explain the essential qualities of pumpkin-ness. Episode 637: Perhaps We Can Carve Out an Exception 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 636: Corn and Eels
September 07, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we discuss how we came to cook food, and what it means to us to know how to cook. Episode 636: Corn and Eels 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 635: Who Is Wyld Stallyns?
August 31, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Bill & Ted Face the Music,” released for streaming this week. Episode 635: Who Is Wyld Stallyns? 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 634: Article 1: Be Excellent to Each Other
August 24, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the most bodacious film “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” in advance of the duo’s return next week. Episode 634: Article 1: Be Excellent to Each Other 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 633: No One’s Going to Understand What This Crab is Saying!
August 17, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the work of the great lyricist Howard Ashman, and his contribution to the Disney Renaissance and Musical Theater. Episode 633: No One’s Going to Understand What This Crab is Saying! 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 632: Ooh, a Treat!
August 10, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle sending and receiving mail to celebrate the United States Postal Service. Episode 632: Ooh, a Treat! 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 631: Would That We All Could Be Rad Indeed
August 03, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle 1986’s BMX biking move “Rad.” Episode 631: Would That We All Could Be Rad Indeed 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 630: The Call and Response of Problem and Solution
July 27, 2020 04:01On the Overthink it Podcast, we tackle tests, assessments, and contests: person, woman, man, camera, TV. Episode 630: The Call and Response of Problem and Solution 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 629: Everybody Dance Now
July 20, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we discuss dance in the time of novel coronavirus. Episode 629: Everybody Dance Now 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 628: An Extraordinarily Rich Meal
July 13, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the film of Lin Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton.” Episode 628: An Extraordinarily Rich Meal 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 627: Sex Panther Matthew Crawley’s Dacha
July 06, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Will Ferrell’s “Eurovision Song Contest: The Ballad of Fire Saga,” now streaming on Netflix. Episode 627: Sex Panther Matthew Crawley’s Dacha 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 626: You’ll Get Your Chance. You’ll All Get Your Chance.
June 29, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we re-watch “Independence Day” in 2020. Episode 626: You’ll Get Your Chance. You’ll All Get Your Chance. 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 625: His Life Got Flipped, Turned Right-Side-Up
June 22, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we celebrate Fathers’ Day by examining dads in popular music. Episode 625: His Life Got Flipped, Turned Right-Side-Up 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 624: Justice! At The Disco
June 15, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle protest songs through the history of post-Civil War America. Episode 624: Justice! At The Disco 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 623: Motörhead Mindfulness
June 08, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle how to provide yourself with self-care during difficult times. Episode 623: Motörhead Mindfulness 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 622: Write Long Letters, Think Long Thoughts, and Pray Long Prayers
June 01, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we present Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” Episode 622: Write Long Letters, Think Long Thoughts, and Pray Long Prayers 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 621: The Trip Cinematic Universe
May 25, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “The Trip to Greece,” starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon, and imagine travel in this time of quarantine. Episode 621: The Trip Cinematic Universe 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 620: Why Don’t You Put the Bloodhound in a Little Sherlock Holmes Hat?
May 18, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we celebrate Fred Willard by watching him run away with “Best in Show.” Episode 620: Why Don’t You Put the Bloodhound in a Little Sherlock Holmes 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 619: Wrestling in Silence
May 11, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle live entertainment: what makes it special, how we’re trying to cope with not having it, what will change when it returns. Episode 619: Wrestling in Silence 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 618: I Feel Personally Attacked by This Dataset
May 04, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the difference between generational knowledge of pop music. Episode 618: I Feel Personally Attacked by This Dataset 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 617: Strivers, Sycophants, and Nincompoops
April 27, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we listen to and discuss Armando Iannucci’s “The Death of Stalin.” Episode 617: Strivers, Sycophants, and Nincompoops 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 616: The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants
April 20, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Pixar’s “Onward,” especially its complex relationship with 5e Dungeons & Dragons. Episode 616: The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants 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 615: His Knife Wasn’t Out Enough
April 13, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Knives Out,” starring Daniel Craig and directed by Rian Johnson. Episode 615: His Knife Wasn’t Out Enough 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 614: What Is a Tiger? What Does That Even Mean?
April 06, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle Netflix’s new true-crime series “Tiger King.” Episode 614: What Is a Tiger? What Does That Even Mean? 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 613: Charles, We’re Going to Lose Our Accreditation
March 30, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “X-Men: Dark Phoenix.” Episode 613: Charles, We’re Going to Lose Our Accreditation 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 612: Who Just Joined?
March 23, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we work from home. Episode 612: Who Just Joined? 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 611: The Tricameron
March 16, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we hunker down outside the city and amuse ourselves with LL Cool J, Robert Frost, and Thin Mints. Episode 611: The Tricameron 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 610: This Space Where I Was Free
March 09, 2020 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we head down into the basement. Episode 610: This Space Where I Was Free 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 609: You Might Call It… Sonic
March 02, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we talk about the “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie, and when you should (and shouldn’t) try to fix things. Episode 609: You Might Call It… Sonic 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 608: Started from the Bottom Rack and Now We’re Here
February 24, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we discuss the theory and practice of how to load a dishwasher correctly. Episode 608: Started from the Bottom Rack and Now We’re Here 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 607: The Banging Scheme
February 17, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle cheating in sports (no, seriously). Episode 607: The Banging Scheme 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 606: Not the Mama
February 10, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the movies we’ve all seen, whether or not we’ve actually seen them. Episode 606: Not the Mama 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 605: Thank Me for Solving the Problem That I Caused
February 03, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the commercials and halftime show of Super Bowl LIV. Episode 605: Thank Me for Solving the Problem That I Caused 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 604: The War is the Enemy
January 27, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle awards contender “1917,” a World War I movie directed by Sam Mendes. Episode 604: The War is the Enemy 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 603: A Bad Boy of Faith or a Bad Boy of Works
January 20, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Bad Boys for Life,” starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. Episode 603: A Bad Boy of Faith or a Bad Boy of Works 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 602: Anti-Time, Data, Anti-Time
January 13, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the REAL Picard show: Star Trek: The Next Generation’s series finale, “All Good Things… Parts I & II.” Episode 602: Anti-Time, Data, Anti-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 601: Manic Pixie Dream King
January 06, 2020 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Season 3 of “The Crown” on Netflix, with Olivia Coleman as Elizabeth II. Episode 601: Manic Pixie Dream King 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 600: This Is How You Make Up Nonsense
December 30, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we revisit our pop culture predictions and opinions from 2010, to see how they have aged. Episode 600: This Is How You Make Up Nonsense 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 599: 6 5 4 3 7 2 9 1 8
December 23, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.” Episode 599: 6 5 4 3 7 2 9 1 8 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 598: We Managed to Answer Three Questions
December 16, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we answer questions from listeners. Episode 598: We Managed to Answer Three Questions 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 597: Capitalism is the REAL Parasite. (Meh.)
December 09, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle Bong Joon Ho’s new film, “Parasite.” Episode 597: Capitalism is the REAL Parasite. (Meh.) 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 596: I Got Him Confused with the Actual Fat Tony
December 02, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It, we tackle Martin Scorsese’s Netflix movie “The Irishman,” starring Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino. Episode 596: I Got Him Confused with the Actual Fat Tony 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 595: Childhood Is Not a Movie for Kids
November 25, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” the Mr. Rogers-inspired film starring Tom Hanks. Episode 595: Childhood Is Not a Movie for Kids 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 594: The Wasabi Conjecture
November 18, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we investigate the nature of good…spices, asking “do we like spices because they’re good, or are they good because we like them?” Episode 594: The Wasabi Conjecture 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 593: Strong Sad Trogdor Fenzel
November 11, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle names and the process and responsibility of naming things. Episode 593: Strong Sad Trogdor Fenzel 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 592: We Have to Do the Thing that We Have to Do in the Movie
November 04, 2019 05:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we talk about the third reboot of the Terminator franchise, “Terminator: Dark Fate.” Episode 592: We Have to Do the Thing that We Have to Do in the Movie 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 591: Pre-recorded from the Internet, It’s Overthinking It
October 28, 2019 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast we tackle Saturday Night Live in the age of YouTube. Episode 591: Pre-recorded from the Internet, It’s Overthinking 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 590: Big Trouble in Big China
October 21, 2019 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we try to get ourselves banned in China by talking about censorship, protest, and Tom Cruise’s jacket in Top Gun. Episode 590: Big Trouble in Big China 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 589: Begun, This Will Smith Clone War Has
October 14, 2019 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast: What would you think or do if you came face to face with your younger self? Episode 589: Begun, This Will Smith Clone War Has 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 588: Le Goose, C’est Moi
October 07, 2019 04:01On the Overthinking It Podcast, we tackle the white-faced sociopath haunting America: The goose in Untitled Goose Game. Episode 588: Le Goose, C’est Moi 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)]