Tasteless
280 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 236 ratingsTasteless is a movie podcast that pays tribute to the films not enough people are talking about, from the underrated to the absurd. In each episode, Emily Higgins takes a highly regarded film and compares it to a similar but overlooked movie she recommends instead.
The bonus series called Strong Female Leads features interviews with the actresses and creators who have inspired this podcast with their work, both on-screen and off.
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Episodes
Got Your Six: Full Metal Jacket vs Cadet Kelly
April 10, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 37.4 MBTwo class clowns in stories about conformity and the bonds of a shared experience — it’s Full Metal Jacket vs Cadet Kelly.
Pigeonholed: Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone vs Sleepaway Camp
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 43 minutes - 41.6 MBTwo movies about an adolescent trying to figure out their own identity after being wildly traumatized by a weird aunt — it's Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone vs Sleepaway Camp.
Down To A Science: Oppenheimer vs Twister
March 13, 2024 15:09 - 32 minutes - 32.2 MBTwo movies about a dogged pursuit of scientific discovery and rag tag groups of likeminded people — it's Oppenheimer vs Twister.
Labor Of Love: Casablanca vs Gigli
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 30.5 MBTwo tales of love, sacrifice, and intrigue — it's Casablanca vs Gigli.
Eat The Rich: Saltburn vs Big Business
January 10, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBTwo movies about a desire for more and the class divide — it's Saltburn vs Big Business.
The Tortured Artist: Maestro vs The Wedding Singer
December 27, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBTwo movies about artistic ambition and lasting friendship — it's Maestro vs The Wedding Singer.
Rose-Colored Glasses: The Master vs May December
December 13, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 36.2 MBTwo movies about truth and showcasing vulnerability in men — it's The Master vs May December.
Family Values: Little Women (2019) vs Twilight
November 22, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBTwo movies about intense family dynamics and the drama of being young — it's Little Women vs Twilight.
Put On A Show: Magic Mike vs Cats
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 27 MBTwo movies about fantasy and sacrificing for your art — it's Magic Mike vs Cats.
Mama Bear: The Babadook vs The Ring Two
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBTwo horror movies about struggling with motherhood and coming together through shared trauma — it’s The Babadook vs The Ring Two.
Scary Funny: Young Frankenstein vs Elvira: Mistress Of The Dark
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBTwo movies where our protagonists follow in the footsteps of their ancestors and discover their true selves — it's Young Frankenstein vs Elvira: Mistress Of The Dark.
Get Some Perspective: First Reformed vs Bedazzled
September 27, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MBTwo biblical movies about extremes providing new perspectives and how much even one person caring about you can impact your life — it's First Reformed vs Bedazzled.
Love Story (Emily's Version): Gone With The Wind vs Look Who's Talking
August 30, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 34.7 MBTwo movies featuring iconic romances and women who fight for what they want — it's Gone With The Wind vs Look Who's Talking.
A Friend In Need: The Deer Hunter vs The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants
August 16, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBTwo movies about friendship and being changed by your travels — it's The Deer Hunter vs The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants.
Larger Than Life: Citizen Kane vs Barbie
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 38.7 MBTwo movies about the realities of the American Dream, becoming a legend, and loving yourself — it’s Citizen Kane vs Barbie.
Self-Serving: Ratatouille vs Basic Instinct 2
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 24.7 MBTwo movies about manipulating those around you and looking for thrills — it's Ratatouille vs Basic Instinct 2. Time Codes: 0:55 Ratatouille 6:16 Basic Instinct 2 14:12 Shared Themes 20:50 What Basic Instinct 2 Did Better Than Ratatouille Hear me rave over the original Basic Instinct as well in the episode Opposites Attract: When Harry Met Sally vs Basic Instinct: www.tastelesspod.com/episodes/2019/2/19/opposites-attract-when-harry-met-sally-vs-basic-instinct
Public Eye: Elvis vs Vox Lux
June 21, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32.7 MBTwo cautionary tales about fame that explore the sacrifice of personal identity for public persona and how fame changes people in its orbit, not just the famous — it's Elvis vs Vox Lux.
Reckless Abandon: Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue Of Ignorance) vs The Cat In The Hat
June 07, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 26.5 MBTwo movies about pure id and the limitations of reputation — it's Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue Of Ignorance) vs The Cat In The Hat.
Mum's The Word: The Omen vs Clock
May 17, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBTwo movies about motherhood and autonomy — it’s The Omen vs Clock.
Dare To Be Different: Dumb And Dumber vs The Wrong Missy
May 03, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 25.1 MBTwo movies about being unapologetically yourself — it’s Dumb And Dumber vs The Wrong Missy.
Cut The Cord: Tangled vs Lethal Seduction
April 19, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 28.4 MBTwo movies about yearning for freedom and overbearing mothers — it's Tangled vs Lethal Seduction.
Man's Man: The Banshees Of Inisherin vs American Pie
April 05, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBTwo movies about masculinity and growth — it’s The Banshees Of Inisherin vs American Pie.
Bare Your Soul: Mulholland Drive vs Freaky Friday
March 22, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBTwo movies about how we see ourselves and others plus the Hollywood dream —it’s Mulholland Drive vs Freaky Friday.
Anna Silk | Strong Female Leads
November 24, 2022 04:49 - 49 minutes - 41.2 MBAnna Silk played the succubus Bo on Lost Girl for 5 seasons and she is 100% as charming and funny in real life as her television counterpart. I also feel like she would be REALLY good in a disaster situation?! We discuss the Lost Girl Rewatch Podcast, Bo’s critical combo of high ponytail and quiet strength, the respectful art of chi sucking, and the reciprocal relationship between the show and its fans. The Lost Girl Rewatch Podcast revisits the hit supernatural drama along with cast, crew...
Stand By Me: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri vs Addams Family Values
November 23, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 32.2 MBCelebrate Thanksgiving with families that stick together — it's Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri vs Addams Family Values.
Wild Card: Caddyshack vs Golden Arm
November 09, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBTwo sports movies about finding yourself — it's Caddyshack vs Golden Arm.
Is This Real Life: Pan's Labyrinth vs A Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
October 26, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBTwo movies about kids dealing with adult themes via fantasy — it's Pan's Labyrinth vs A Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.
To The Extreme: Predator vs Poison Ivy
October 12, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBTwo movies that explore the extremes of gender stereotypes — it's Predator vs Poison Ivy.
Rock The Boat: The Truman Show vs Don't Worry Darling
September 28, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBTwo films about exploitation and chaos — it's The Truman Show vs Don't Worry Darling.
I Will Survive: 2001: A Space Odyssey vs Species
September 14, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBTwo movies about the thirst for knowledge and a will to survive — it's 2001: A Space Odyssey vs Species.
Duality of (Wo)Man: Batman Returns vs Hannibal
August 31, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBTwo movies about the thin line between what drives someone to save and what drives them to destroy — it's Batman Returns vs Hannibal.
Break Free: Being John Malkovich vs The Discovery
August 17, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBTwo movies about existence and personal responsibility — it's Being John Malkovich vs The Discovery. 00:47 Being John Malkovich 6:32 The Discovery 15:42 What They Share 27:37 What The Discovery Does Better Listen to my appearance on We Watched A Thing for more Malkovich: www.wewatchedathing.com/episodes/malkovich
League Of Their Own: The Martian vs Ellie Parker
August 03, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 36.5 MBTwo movies about isolation and passion — it's The Martian vs Ellie Parker. 1:18 The Martian 9:09 Ellie Parker 19:49 What They Share 30:56 What Ellie Parker Does Better
Laugh A Minute: Monty Python and the Holy Grail vs Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar
July 20, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 33.4 MBThe wordiest Tasteless title yet! Two absurd comedies that mine specificity for laughs — it's Monty Python and the Holy Grail vs Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar. Get ready to have "Edgar's Prayer" stuck in your head.
Generation Gap: Top Gun: Maverick vs Spy Kids
July 13, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 34 MBTwo movies about different generations jumping into conflict together and dealing with mortality — it's Top Gun: Maverick vs Spy Kids. Yes, I say Air Force instead of Navy about 20 times, I'm sorry! It's the plane one, in my mind, I forgot all the planes take off from the water, I was thinking about Jennifer Connelly's cable knit sweaters.
Eye For An Eye: The Northman vs Valentine
June 08, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MBTwo movies about the consequences of revenge — it's The Northman vs Valentine.
Shred of Truth: The Green Knight vs Bound
May 25, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 27 MBTwo movies about truth and expectation — it’s The Green Knight vs Bound.
People Who Need People: Girl, Interrupted vs Stuart Little
May 11, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutes - 34.6 MBTwo movies about the important balance of how we feel about ourselves and others, and learning to accept people's differences — it's Girl, Interrupted vs Stuart Little.
To Err Is Human: Robocop vs Chopping Mall
April 27, 2022 05:00 - 33 minutes - 32.2 MBTwo movies about the nuance of humanity and what separates us from the machines — it's Robocop vs Chopping Mall.
Judgment Day: Apocalypse Now vs Alien Resurrection
April 20, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 38 MBTwo movies about the natural order of things and judgement — it's Apocalypse Now vs Alien Resurrection.
Enjoy the Ride: Clue vs Death on the Nile
April 13, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 34.2 MBTwo ensemble mysteries where solving the case is less important than the finding of facts — it's Clue vs Death on the Nile.
Crazy In Love: Grease vs Deep Water
March 30, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBTwo movies about love making us do crazy things — it’s Grease vs Deep Water.
Lose Yourself: Argo vs The New Guy
March 23, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 28.2 MBTwo movies about finding yourself while pretending to be someone else and working together across societal boundaries — it’s Argo vs The New Guy.
Cry Me a River: The Batman vs Birth
March 16, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 33.8 MBTwo movies about the stagnation of grief and the danger of hope — it's The Batman vs Birth.
Close-Knit: Thelma and Louise vs Life Partners
March 09, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 29.4 MBTwo movies about friendship and growing together — it's Thelma & Louise vs Life Partners.
Spill Your Guts: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre vs Fear
March 02, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 31.7 MBTwo movies that peel back the facade of humanity and explore privilege — it's The Texas Chain Saw Massacre vs Fear.
This Is a Man's World: The Lighthouse vs Heartbreakers
February 23, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 33.2 MBTwo movies that showcase heightened portrayals of gender and also the old school vs the new — it’s The Lighthouse vs Heartbreakers.
Class Act: The Hunger Games vs Paradise Hills
February 16, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBTwo movies about class differences and rebellion — it's The Hunger Games vs Paradise Hills.
David and Goliath: The Big Short vs Disclosure
February 02, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 31.7 MBTwo movies about the system screwing the little guy — it's The Big Short vs Disclosure.
Great Expectations: Promising Young Woman vs The Dressmaker
January 26, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 30.7 MBTwo movies that play with the expectations we have for life and for film and that showcase heroines who ignore societal norms — it's Promising Young Woman vs The Dressmaker.