Pessimism At Its Finest
91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsLots of Pessimism, but always with a dash of Optimism! This podcast takes a look at life, pop culture and the stories of others to find optimistic answers to Alexandria's pessimistic thoughts.
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Episode 74 - We need to talk about “Baby Reindeer”, “The Idea of You”, and Harrison Butker
May 24, 2024 22:00 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, I chat about planning to attend Wrestlemania 41 in Las Vegas, “The Idea of You” viewing at TIFF Lightbox starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, update on The Montana Boyz, Harrison Butker’s Speech, and my thoughts on “Baby Reindeer”. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/pessimismpodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://pessimismatitsfinest.wordpress....
Episode 73 - I Went to Wrestlemania 40, Wore a Cowboy Hat, and It's Now My Entire Personality
April 23, 2024 03:30 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBWhere have I been loca? Well, busy getting older! I have returned from Wrestlemania 40 and I am here to (kinda) tell the tale. I talk about Wrestlecon, whether staying in an airbnb or Hotel is a better choice, WWE World, Walemania, The WWE Hall of Fame, Joe’s Tailgate, and Wrestlemania 40 in Philadelphia. I have more to say about it and I may touch on it later but I wanted to chat about the positive experiences I had. I have also been captivated by Kristin Cavallari and Mark from the Mon...
Episode 72 - "Ghosts of the Wilderness: An Everyday Guy’s Search for America’s Rare and Elusive Wildlife" with Daniel Toujours
February 25, 2024 05:15 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIt is the first episode of 2024 and it is an interview with Daniel Toujours, the author of “Ghosts of the Wilderness: An Everyday Guy’s Search for America’s Rare and Elusive Wildlife”. This episode took me a while to release as I wanted to finish his book prior to release (and editing is always a long game for me). I really enjoyed the book and recording this episode! I learned so much! Daniel gives us many nuggets of information from how he started his hiking adventures, the different type...
Episode 71 - 2023 Was Not My Year
December 31, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 10.3 MBThis is the outro to my 2023. This was not my year at all. I created a vision board for this year to make sure that I document the things that I want to do in 2024. This will be the year that I accomplish some remaining goals and dreams in the last year of my 20s! See all of you lovelies in 2024! Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/pessimismpodcast Email: [email protected] Website:...
Episode 70 - Reclaiming my Hacked Instagram Account
December 03, 2023 04:15 - 31 minutes - 35.5 MBI got my highschool made Instagram account hacked. I am one of the fortunate people who was able to get my Instagram account back after a hacking and it was exhausting, challenging, and quite depressing. It is almost like a legal case and if you are willing to do the work and have the correct information, you can also get through this slow and tedious process of getting an instagram account back. In this episode, I tell the story of how I got my deactivated Instagram account hacked, the pro...
Episode 66 - The Blue Screen of Death and The Date From Hell
November 30, 2023 18:47 - 21 minutes - 15.3 MBHello! I am back! I have been away for a while simply because my PC gave me the blue screen of death right after I finished editing the original episode. I now have a new one and I can record again. In this episode I discuss: My adventures in purchasing a new laptop Discovering 15/Love on Amazon Prime Video and remembering how much I loved it My date from hell at AEW Forbidden Door Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ ...
Bonus Episode 9 - Spotify Wrapped 2023 featuring WWE
November 30, 2023 03:30 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBI am here to defend myself and my choices! Yes, my number 1 most listened to artist of 2023 is WWE… and contrary to popular belief, I am not embarrassed about this. WWE is my favourite soundtrack in life and I will never stop listening to my favourites. I just felt the need to create a bonus episode to defend my choices in music and the fact that this is my most listened to artist. Lastly, Rihanna was my #2 and Bad Bunny was my #4 so that proves that I do have a diverse musical taste. ...
Episode 69 - My Thoughts on October and The Golden Bachelor
November 04, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.9 MBI am back! I took a break in October and now I am back to discuss how terrible my October was, The Golden Bachelor, and The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband. Also, remember to change your location on Hinge when you travel. You may accidentally miss out on the love of your life. Link to ‘The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAZPo6zS2x4 Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Ancho...
Bonus Episode 8 - After Everything (A Movie Recap)
September 14, 2023 05:30 - 34 minutes - 26.8 MBIT IS THE END OF AN ERA! I am so sad and emotional. Hardin and Tessa are end game and we get to see Hardin’s journey to the end. Thank you Josephine Langford and Hero Fiennes Tiffin for an amazing run. While this may be a controversial take, I did quite enjoy this film. While it kind of strayed from the original story line, I thought it was well executed, the cinematography was good, and its lead up to the conclusion was effective. In this episode, I give my thoughts about the final Afte...
Episode 68 - The White Tent Obstruction, Featuring Nickelback. A Free Film by TIFF!
September 13, 2023 06:00 - 14 minutes - 14 MBThis episode starts with a critique of the efforts made by the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to execute a Nickelback concert. It was giving FREE. Also, why are all of the film premieres during the day? How can us working peeps attend? Corrections must be made and this isn’t about the strike. We have a few days left and I think that things may turn around for the festival. The film selections are great though! I also discuss: “After Everything” will be released tomorrow! Chris...
Episode 67 - St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labradoodle
September 10, 2023 23:30 - 18 minutes - 15.8 MBNo, I legit could not think about a more creative episode title. I have recorded this episode four times and I am still not committed to this content but it will have to do. In this episode, I discuss: The heat in the province of Ontario “After Everything” and the end of the “After” Movie Franchise Anna Todd’s potential new “After” series book My trip to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador My Maid of Honour Dress disaster The City and Colour Concert Bray Wyatt’s passing Trish Str...
Episode 65 - LET HIM UNSCREW YOUR WATER HOSE
June 21, 2023 04:15 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBI am back with a catch up style episode! In this episode, I discuss: where I have been lately, reading smut (Love Hypothesis and Salacious Players Club), being a Damsel in Distress, my new favourite cousin, my cousin’s wedding, saying a younger man is cute, my upcoming date, Kylie and Timothee, Kourtney Kardashian is pregnant, why I loved Bridgerton - Queen Charlotte's Story, my excitement for the Barbie movie, and my addiction to Roman Reigns. See you at my follow up episode about my da...
Bonus Episode 7 - Alex’s Wrestlemania 39 Predictions
April 01, 2023 06:05 - 11 minutes - 12.5 MBIt is finally Wrestlemania Weekend! I am so excited for the April 1 and 2 of Wrestlemania 39. After seeing Stacy Keibler and Rey Mysterio inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, I was inspired to record this episode with my predictions for the match winners this weekend: Night 1 - Saturday United States Championship: Austin Theory (c)(w) vs. John Cena SmackDown Women's Championship: Charlotte Flair (c)(w) vs. Rhea Ripley Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships: The Usos (c) vs. Sami Zayn & Kev...
Episode 64 - Love Is Blind - Season 4, Episode 1-5 (A Netflix Series Recap)
March 27, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 28.1 MBZach gave us all the ick from singing with the worst vocal we have ever heard in our life. I cannot get over it. Love is Blind is back for Season 4 on Netflix. I wasn’t going to recap this but it was too good not too. The Mean Girls (Micah and Irina), Zach giving Irina the ick, Paul second guessing Micah, Micah second guessing breaking up with Kwame, Kwame not deserving Chelsea, Brett and Tiffany are immaculate vibes, I forgot Jackie and Marshall were even there, the pool ...
Episode 63 - Alexandria vs. The Cemetery Manager/Mausoleum Specialist
March 12, 2023 05:30 - 18 minutes - 15.6 MBI know I sound so dead in this episode but it's because I am legitimately exhausted. I am also partially distracted by the WWE Channel playing in the background. In this episode I discuss: Bullying my mom into ordering the WWE channel for me Why I cannot understand the love triangle that is Hailey Bieber, Justin Bieber, and Selena Gomez The Kardashians are in their FLOP ERA and they will not be invited to the MET Gala Drama with the Cemetery Manager and Mausoleum Specialist, a 4 year st...
Bonus Episode 6 - Sex/Life (Season 2): A Netflix Show Review
March 05, 2023 16:30 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBI WILL NEVER LIKE COOPER! If you are #TeamCooper, this is not the episode for you! In this recap of Season 2 of the Netflix show, “Sex/Life” or “SexLife”. I will discuss episodes 1-6, my thoughts on all of the characters, and the happily ever after finale (which leads me to believe that there will be no season 3). As you know, this show is mainly sex scenes and it did not fail to deliver on those! We discuss the couples: Cooper and Bille, Cooper and Francesca, Billie and Majid, Brad and Bil...
Episode 62 - It is the Year 2023. Kevin McCarthy lost 14 times, Andrew Tate is in Jail, and Prince Harry is a Meme
January 08, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.4 MBThis episode is dedicated to Willie, the man who keeps on signing me up for spam emails. Happy New Year everyone! It is 2023 and I bring to you the first episode of the year! No, I do not have a vision board or plan for the year, but it will be great (Somehow)! In this episode, I discuss the following: Kevin McCarthy and the US Speaker of the House Vote, my opinions on reading Reverse Harem books, my friend confusing Ireland with Irish Man, Prince Harry becoming an overnight meme sensatio...
Episode 61 - Screaming, Kinda Throwing Up with Antonio
December 18, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBMaybe you should start reading smut? It's important. In this episode, I post the outtakes from my episode with Antonio where we chat about Hero Fiennes Tiffin (and I tell you why my crush is now over), why more Men need to read smut, Harry Styles in “My Policeman”, Antonio’s Myers Briggs test results, and why dating is important. We hope that you laugh and you enjoy!!!! Antonio comes in at 11:15!!! Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfi...
Episode 60 - He’s a 10 but he’s an Urban Planner with Antonio
November 27, 2022 06:35 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBAntonio is back with his hot takes! This episode is an extension of Episode 59 - The King and Spadina Debate. In this episode, we discuss why I give off Hinge Vibes, Urban Planning Men being a Red Flag, Blundstones, communication on dating apps, and City Place. My intro ends and Antonio starts at 4:50. We also touch on the following Toronto intersections: King and Spadina (Alexandria’s favourite), Front and Bay (Urban Planning Man’s favourite) and Bloor and Bedford (Antonio’s favourite). Foll...
Episode 59 - The King and Spadina Debate
November 06, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 22 MBWE HAVE TO TALK. (Also, how many times can I say "King and Spadina"?) I finally caved and joined a dating app and I met an urban planner there. Remember when I said I would never date an urban planner? Oh well, moving on. Anyways, I mentioned that my favourite intersection was King and Spadina and well…he had a lot to say. This episode makes no sense and I had too much wine prior to recording. Please enjoy the hot mess that this episode is. I don’t think I substantiated my points well but...
Episode 58 - Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox at Roy Thompson Hall
October 30, 2022 04:05 - 19 minutes - 16 MBFirst up in the Concert series is an overview of my time listening to Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox! Clips in order: My Heart Will Go On (Celine Dion Cover) All About that Bass (Meghan Trainor Cover) Wannabe (Spice Girls Cover) Not the Only One (Sam Smith Cover) Halo (Beyonce Cover) Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/pessimismpodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://p...
Episode 57 - Good Morning, Baltimore!
October 21, 2022 04:30 - 13 minutes - 13.8 MBI just came back from Baltimore and I LOVED IT. I think that everyone needs to add that to their list of USA cities to visit. Some of the places that you need to visit are: Maryland Art Place Current Space WC Harlan Ministry of Brewing Also, I meant gorgeous Brownstone buildings. I can’t believe I forgot the name! This is more of an urban planning style episode, with the regular comedic flair. And listen to me be a guest on the podcast, Pessimistic at Best! It's the collaboration you ...
Episode 56 - The Queen Died, Charles is King, and I Missed Hero Fiennes Tiffin at TIFF2022
September 11, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 16.5 MBThe Brits have really done a number on me this week. In this episode, I discuss: The Death of Queen Elizabeth - The End of an Era The amazing memes on Twitter Dirty Diana - the Song (Michael Jackson or The Weeknd versions) Prince Charles becoming King Charles Why King Charles and Camilla are not the vibe My love for Hero Fiennes Tiffin Why I wanted to see ‘The Woman King” The algorithm on Twitter and how it can cause obsessions The ‘Afternators’ and their obsession with finding info...
Episode 55 - The Drunkest Episode Ever! with Jo, Host of the Filthy Feminine Podcast (Part 2)
September 04, 2022 04:35 - 47 minutes - 35.7 MBWelcome to Part 2 of my interview with Jo! The wine and the beer have started to settle in now and we get into more interesting topics. In Part 2 we discuss: Going back to ex’s and Riding like a Rodeo Red Dead Redemption 2 We love cowboys an why Not all cowboys are republican Trump Winning again (I was wrong) and Pendulum Politics Pro-Choice and Abortion Rights What the Bible says about not trusting Men Men Cannot Sweep Correctly Lena the Plug and Adam22 Reading erotica and getting...
Bonus Episode 5 - After Ever Happy (A Movie Review)
September 01, 2022 07:40 - 39 minutes - 43.4 MBWhy is Hardin Scott wearing black slides and socks? Hardin Scott WOULD NEVER! And that is my biggest issue with this movie. I was so excited to see “After Ever Happy”. I stayed up all night looking forward to finding out what was going to happen in the finale of the movie series. When I tell you all that I was so disappointed to find out about the surprise 5th movie, “After Everything”. In this Bonus Episode, I review “After Ever Happy” and discuss: Josephine Langford and Hero Fiennes Tiff...
Episode 54 - The Filthy Feminine with Jo (Part 1)
August 21, 2022 04:05 - 45 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week, I am joined by Jo, the host of “The Filthy Feminine” podcast. We recorded this episode in Fall 2021 and I never got around to editing it and releasing it. But there is no time better than the present! In Part 1 of my chat with Jo, we discuss: The origins of her podcast (which was great yet no longer available for listening) Celebrity sightings such as Chelsea Houska and Jenelle Evans from Teen Mom Celebrity Sex Tapes Raving Having or not having kids Shout out to Weezy Goods...
Episode 53 - Alexandria’s Hot Girl Summer
August 14, 2022 08:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBYou can totally hear my neighbours music in the background of this episode. Random Contest: If you can pick out one of the songs in the background, give me the minute that you hear it at and if it's correct, I will give you a prize! Apologies for the background noise in advance! This episode, I discuss: Reading the “After” book series Alexandria’s definition of a “Hot Girl Summer” Male Gynecologists vs. Female Gynecologists Going to my Veld, my first 3 Day Rave Festival Why is every...
Episode 52 - An Evening with James Vincent McMorrow in Toronto
July 25, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MBOn Wednesday July 20th, 2022, an experience I waited 10 Years to experience. A whole decade! I saw my favorite musician, James Vincent McMorrow, live at The Great Hall in Toronto. I am ready and I have to tell the tale. Join me at the concert via this episode. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear live clips from the concert In this episode, I discuss: The first time I ever heard a JVM Song while hiking in Saguenay, Quebec Why it took a decade to see him live My TTC experience t...
Episode 51 - My AC Broke But I'm Still Enjoying Life
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 9.48 MBI know that it has been a hot minute since I have put out an episode but here is a quickie catch up session. In this episode, I discuss: My AC Unit Breaking Life after University A Life Update Concerts I have attended James Vincent McMorrow Concert on July 20. 2022! After Book and Movie Series My New Celebrity Crush Paris or NYC? Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/pessimismpodcast Email: p...
Episode 50 - Alexandria In Bogotá
June 19, 2022 06:15 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBYes, I was in Bogotá, Colombia. My friend got married to the love of her life, so I had to venture into South America to attend the wedding. This is my story. In this episode I will discuss: my terrible experience with Air Canada while traveling to Bogotá; the fight that took place at Pearson Airport; sleeping in Pearson Airport; Altitude Sickness; my stay at the Embassy Suites Hilton Rosales; a coffee tour in Chapinero with Airbnb experience host, Lina; the La Candelaria and the Gold Museu...
Episode 49 - The Cost of Being a Wedding Guest
May 15, 2022 06:07 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBITS WEDDING SEASON! My Mom and I had a heated debate. I believe that it is $100-200 per plate at a wedding, while my mom believes that it's $300-400 per plate (invite her to your weddings y’all). On my personal Instagram, I asked my followers how much a guest should pay per plate at a wedding. This spawned a productive and interesting conversation that lasted a day. I discovered many findings about what people prefer to pay, how much the couple prefers to receive, cultural and regional cons...
Episode 48 - A Master’s Degree but No More Bessie
May 01, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 10 MBThis is a bit of a somber episode. My dog, Bessie, has passed away! But she lived an epic life and we are happy to have provided it. I got my Master’s Degree. Big Whoop! On the same weekend, I completed my Masters Degree and my dog died. My dog was literally with me throughout two degrees! Lets shout out to her for all of the support during those all nighters. Starting a new chapter in life, without university or a dog, is a bit of a huge transition. I am trying to figure life out and hope...
Episode 47 - WrestleMania 38...and Another Life Update
April 09, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 25.3 MBHappy April and Welcome to Spring! I have been lazy with the podcast, I know. But as I discuss in the episode, I have just not been sleeping well at all. Also, I have been over working and finishing up my masters degree (yay!). In this episode I kind of just discuss what I want such as: What to do without being in university Do I want to do a PhD? An update on my Dog’s health Thoughts on Clayton’s finale of the Bachelor I spent a significant amount of time this episode talking about Wre...
Bonus Episode 4 - My Experience with the Filter Off Dating App
March 13, 2022 07:59 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBIt is now 2022 and I am still single as a pringle! Most of us are over apps like Tinder and Bumble and overall, disenchanted by the online dating process. If you’re still looking to find “the one”, then you should try the new dating app, Filter Off. Filter Off is a free, online speed dating app where you sign up to attend a speed dating session and you get matched with people based on your preferences. You then get to go on a 2 minute and 30 second “facetime” like date with them. If you like ...
Episode 46 - Love is Blind…or is it Blurry? (Season 2 Recap)
March 11, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 21.4 MBI am back! Life is super busy and I rarely have a down moment these days but I felt like an episode on Season 2 of Netflix’s Love Is Blind was super necessary! I have so many thoughts. I recap each relationship and give my thoughts. Also, someone please send me links to get the Ruby Jacket from Free People. It is now a necessity (Thanks Shaina). Also, I love Shayne and I just needed to add that here. Shake is problematic but did get the conversation going. I took a break from watching The B...
Episode 45 - Ding Dong, the Shrimp is Dead (The Bachelor Recap #4, Clayton's Season)
February 18, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes - 20.6 MBIT IS FINALLY OVER! Shanae has gone home and Shrimp Gate is finally over! We can now move forward in love. Well, I mean that Clayton can find the love of his life without the drama. Plus I give you another update on Tristan Thompson and the disaster that is me taking French Classes. I also wanted to read a letter that I read on Reddit this week. You can read it yourself here: https://www.reddit.com/r/Marriage/comments/su099g/dont_be_like_me/ I think that it is super important to read it b...
Episode 44 - Shrimp Gate and a Life Update (The Bachelor Recap #3 of Clayton’s Season)
February 13, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MBHappy Valentine's Day! Love is in the air for some..not me though but hopefully for you! I am back with a recap of Episode 3, 4, and 5 of the Bachelor. This season has been entertaining so far and I cannot say that I am yet disappointed. However, we need to discuss the Shrimp situation and the craziness that is this season’s villain, Shanae. Also, no Clayton - contrary to your beliefs, Toronto is NOT a great place to fall in love. We need to take time in this episode to discuss Kanye West’...
Episode 44 - Shrimp Gate and a Life Update The Bachelor Recap #3 of Clayton’s Season)
February 13, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MBHappy Valentine's Day! Love is in the air for some..not me though but hopefully for you! I am back with a recap of Episode 3, 4, and 5 of the Bachelor. This season has been entertaining so far and I cannot say that I am yet disappointed. However, we need to discuss the Shrimp situation and the craziness that is this season’s villain, Shanae. Also, no Clayton - contrary to your beliefs, Toronto is NOT a great place to fall in love. We need to take time in this episode to discuss Kanye West’...
Episode 43 - Living Abroad in China with Michael
January 19, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThis is an episode from the vault! I recorded this episode with Michael back in mid 2021 and never released it because it took me a long time to edit. I am so glad to be able to release it as my first interview of 2022! In this interview, Michael tells me all about his youth, how he ended up living in China, what its like to live in China as a Canadian, his time teaching Film Studies at a University in China, the amazing places that he has travelled to, and what life in North Korea is reall...
Episode 42 - I Have ADHD, You Have ADHD, We All Have ADHD! (The Bachelor Recap #2, Clayton’s Season)
January 15, 2022 00:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIt is WEEK 2! We officially have two villains, Cassidy and Shanae. We got a guest appearance from Hilary Duff. We got two group dates and a one on one date. There is a lot to discuss here this week! I also discuss the pretty privilege for men who are over 6 Foot Tall. Enjoy this recap for Week 2 of Clayton’s season of the Bachelor. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimismatitsfinest/ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/pessimismpodcast Email: pessim...
Episode 41 - The Tristan Thompson Raw Doggery and the First Episode of Clayton's Season of the Bachelor
January 06, 2022 02:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBHappy 2022! We are back with a new solo episode of the podcast. This week I discuss: The Tristan “Third Trimester” Thompson cheating scandal Whether Jordyn Woods actually deserves an apology from Khloe Kardashian The timeline and background of the Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson relationship Therapy vibes Tristan’s Instagram Story apology A recap of Episode 1 of Season 26 of the Bachelor with Clayton Yes, I will be recapping the entirety of Clayton’s season so come back every we...
Bonus Episode 4 - Feedback from the Astroworld Festival Interview
January 02, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBI have received some feedback from some of the listeners about Episode 40 - You Went to the Astroworld Festival and All You Got was this T-Shirt? and I would like to address some of it. I am thankful for all of the feedback, criticism, and advice because it helps me grow as a podcaster and interviewer. Also, Happy New Year! P.S. I used the OG podcast music for this episode, mostly because I missed it. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @pessimismatitsfinest https://www.instagram.com/pessimism...
Episode 40 - You Went to the Astroworld Festival and All You Got was this T-Shirt? feat. Jose (Season 3 Finale)
December 31, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MBThis week's episode is an exciting one. Just like many of you, I wondered what had happened at Astroworld and what it was like to attend the festival. Houston, Texas native, Jose, took the time to come on the podcast and discuss his experience at the Astroworld Festival. Jose discusses: Camping out at midnight the night before the festival The first crowd rushing through the barricades at 7am in the morning The appeal of the merch The second crowd rush The fact that the eerie feeling wa...
Episode 39 - Emily In Paris, Season 2 (A Netflix Series Recap)
December 30, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 25.3 MBI am only recapping this because I want to not because I need to. Season 2 of Emily in Paris is significantly better than Season 1, however, there are still nuances that need to be addressed. I do a high level recap of this #1 Netflix show but not in chronological order. This season didn’t do anything to make me like Emily or Gabriel more but it was still a good light show to watch. I didn’t say that it was good, but it was an easy watch. Overall, I would give this season a 2.5 out of 5 st...
Episode 38 - Everything is Gonna Be, Okay? (Insecure HBO Series Finale Recap)
December 29, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBRecapping this season has been a passion project of mine for a long time and you are just essentially joining me along for the ride. In this episode, I recap the final 4 episodes of HBO Insecure at a high level and then give my thoughts on the Birthday themed, fast forwarded series finale. Overall, the last 5 minutes of the series were the most emotional for me. Yes, Molly marrying Taurean was a beautiful moment, but seeing Issa drive down memory lane past the Dunes 709, We Got Y’all and F...
Episode 37 - Happy Holidays Ya Filthy Pessimists
December 24, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe holiday season is upon us and I think that it is time for me to do one more solo episode before I release my last interview for the year and for Season 3 of the podcast. In this episode, I discuss: What I am doing for the holidays The stress of the Omicron variant My favourite holiday movies (Holidate, Holiday in Handcuffs, Bridget Jones Diary, Love, Actually, and Four Christmases, The Holiday) And I end off my giving some bad advice to some questions from Six Brown Chicks Tune in o...
Episode 36 - Coming Out Colton (A Netflix Series Recap)
December 16, 2021 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBI had to do this recap of Netflix's "Coming Out Colton" because I recap everything Bachelor Nation here! I knew the whole entire time that Colton Underwood was gay. From his first Bachelor promo. No one had to convince me otherwise. I am absolutely not shocked by this reveal. I am shocked by the way he treated Cassie at the end though! This whole series was a whole mess and frankly, quite boring. But I still was intent on recapping it for you all. I touch on my thoughts on Colton and the se...
Episode 35 - Spotify Wrapped, Bachelor Nation’s November of Messy, Review of Adele’s Album 30 + Insecure HBO Episode 6 Recap
December 05, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBMy Spotify Wrapped situation is a whole MESS this year, but alas, it is here. And the best part of my week tbh. But it also ruined my health for the week. Just for the show notes, here are my top 5 artists for the year: Ariana Grande Drake Jessie James Decker Future Migos My Top 5 Songs were: Beat Box 2 My Type More Than My Hometown Astronaut in the Ocean Body Bachelor Nation has had a spicy November from what we have seen. From the drama with Katie, Blake and John, Tayshia and Z...
Episode 34 - My Eye Strain Story, Kim and Pete, and Insecure HBO S5, E4 & 5 Recap
November 25, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBThis week, I discuss my issues with eye strain, caused by too much screen time. I get anxious about my health care and become an expert in self diagnosis via WebMD all the time. My doctor did reassure me but you know how these things go! I also give an update on my Astroworld episode and what's to come next. Also, I was charting in Jamaica apparently! Welcome to the Charts PAIF!!! Then we obviously have to discuss the fly on the wall, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson. And then I will only ...
“Everyone I Know Is Thriving, In Abundance, Limitless” (HBO Insecure Recap and My Thoughts About the Astroworld Tragedy)
November 12, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 25.9 MBNo, not everyone I know is Thriving ATM. That just happened to be the best quote from the episode and this is supposed to be a HBO Insecure Recap Episode. Recap starts at 18:45. This episode is a bit somber to start. I spend the first 20 minutes of the episode discussing the tragedy that is the Astroworld Festival. Travis Scott and others are currently being thrown lawsuit after lawsuit. This is such a sad situation and it has actually impacted me this week. I do give my perspective on both...