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The Mindless Media Podcast

19 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago -

The Mindless Media Podcast attempts to critically analyse and appreciate film and television with the aim of discussing how the most "mindless media" is anything but

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Episodes

#15 The First Purge: Subtlety, Free Press, and the Intelligent Idiot

June 12, 2020 13:48 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

This week's episode see's Podcast host, CJ Simon, and producer, Lucy Bugg joined by special guest Tochi Iyke. They talk The First Purge, discussing the liklihood of there being a purge, why freedom of press is important and whether we have it, and whether there's a path out of systemic racism. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). If you wanna voice your love or raise a complaint then email us at TheFol...

15 - Boy: Home, Family, Depicting the Indigenous

June 06, 2020 13:38 - 56 minutes - 66.1 MB

Recorded a while back, this week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and producer, Lucy Bugg. They talk Taika Watiti's movie "Boy" moving through discussions about Family, how the media represents indigenous peoples and Watiti's overall filmography. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). If you wanna voice your love or raise a complaint then email us at TheFolieTeam@mindlessf...

#14 Boy: Home, Family, Depicting the Indigenous

June 06, 2020 13:38 - 56 minutes - 66.1 MB

Recorded a while back, this week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and producer, Lucy Bugg. They talk Taika Watiti's movie "Boy" moving through discussions about Family, how the media represents indigenous peoples and Watiti's overall filmography. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). If you wanna voice your love or raise a complaint then email us at TheFolieTeam@mindlessf...

# 13 Justice League: Police Shootings, Representation, and Hope

May 30, 2020 14:46 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and producer, Lucy Bugg. They talk DC comics movie Justice League bouncing from discussing Cancel Culture, the meaning of Pride, and the media reaction to the murder of George Floyd. In a discussion that spans the Black Lives Matter movement through to the portrayal of Wonder Woman through the years, there's a lot here. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@...

#12 Moonlight: Intersectionality, Black Families, and the Oscars

May 15, 2020 13:59 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and Producer, Lucy Bugg. They talk Oscar darling and victim of the famous miss-hap, Moonlight. The two dive into conversations surrounding intersectionality of oppression, the issue with the Oscars, and the movies presentation of the Black Family Unit. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different conten...

#11 The Platform: Capitalism in the World of Gore and Structural Violence

April 18, 2020 12:33 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and guest, Oliwia. They talk new Netflix hit, The Platform and dive into conversations surrounding Capitalism, Diplomas, and Structural Violence. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (www.youtube.com/channel/UCIB96NMb…iew_as=subscriber). YESSSS We have a YouTube! We host this...

MINDLESS NEWS #1 Good Vibes Only: China, Corona, and a Brighter Future?

April 02, 2020 16:08 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, Producer, Lucy Bugg, and Investigative Editor of the Oxford Blue, Gabriella Emery. They talk through some of the good news in recent weeks to try to brighten the Corona cloud filling most people's lives as well as keeping you informed about all of the going ons. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). Find our guests twitter here: ...

#10 Spirited Away: Capitalism, Culture, and Environmental Catastrophe

March 27, 2020 16:57 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and Producer, Lucy Bugg. They talk Studio Ghibli's masterpiece, Spirited Away and dive into conversations surrounding Japanese culture, the effects of globalization and the relevance of environmentalism in the time of Corona. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (www.youtube.c...

#9 Inside Out: Gender, Depression, and Mental Health Services

March 20, 2020 16:13 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, Producer, Lucy Bugg and special guest, Rosie Palmer. They talk Disney wonder, Inside Out and dive into conversations surrounding mental health issues, gender representation in film, and the how corona affects our services. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (www.youtube.com/...

#8 Jaws: Corona, Communism, and Mass Panic

March 07, 2020 19:15 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and returning guest, Ben Dale. They talk Speilberg's classic, Jaws and dive into conversations surrounding Covid-19, the fear of Communism, and the weaponization of mass panic. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (www.youtube.com/channel/UCIB96NMb…iew_as=subscriber). YESSSS W...

#7 Skins: Euphoria, Stereotypes, and Sex Education

February 21, 2020 16:09 - 1 hour - 55 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and podcast producer, Lucy Bugg. They discuss Skins, the Sex Education of the 2000s. The team talk sex, stereotyping, and teen culture TV. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Folie) and on Instagram (@MindlessFolieProductions). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (www.youtube.com/channel/UCIB96NMb…iew_as=subscriber). YESSSS We have a YouTube! We host this podca...

#6 To All The Boys I've Loved Before: Race, Sex, and Cancel Culture

February 14, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

This week's episode is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and podcast producer, Lucy Bugg. They discuss To All The Boys I Love Before, the best-worst Netflix Rom-Com and talk representation, gender, sexual assault, and cancel culture. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Media) and on Instagram (@themindlessmediapodcast). You can also find new and different content on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIB96NMbrqM_iCa9b2jPV_w?view_...

#5 The Big Short: The Environment, Banking, and Women in Business

December 08, 2019 15:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

This weeks episode (apologies for the delay) is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and guests Kamil and Kezia, Chair of Sheffield's Young Labour Society. They talk through how technology may make our lives better, the importance of environmental action, and the relevance of The Big Short. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Media) and on Instagram (@themindlessmediapodcast). We host this podcast on Itunes (podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

#4 The Great Gatsby: China, Capitalism, and the 1920's

November 20, 2019 13:07 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

This weeks episode (apologies for the delay) is a conversation between the podcast host, CJ Simon, and President of the Politics Society at Sheffield University, Julia Coulson. They talk through the news of the week; notably new party manifestos, the situation in Bolivia, and ongoing developments in Hong Kong. The conversation on The Great Gatsby moves from discussions of wealth and inequality, happiness, and love. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_M...

#3 '21 Chump Street': Ethics, Privacy, and Magic Tricks

November 10, 2019 17:03 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

In this weeks episode, CJ Simon and Charlotte talk 21 Chump Street, the 20-minute hit musical written by Hamiltons Lin-Manuel Miranda in association with the podcast This American Life. The official recording of 21 Chump Street can be found here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELBGa6-uOhc). We break some of the more interesting news of the week and get down to showing how media doesn't have to be mindless. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Media). ...

#3 '21 Jump Street': Ethics, Privacy, and Magic Tricks

November 10, 2019 17:03 - 1 hour

In this weeks episode, CJ Simon and Charlotte talk 21 Chump Street, the 20-minute hit musical written by Hamiltons Lin-Manuel Miranda in association with the podcast This American Life. The official recording of 21 Chump Street can be found here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELBGa6-uOhc). We break some of the more interesting news of the week and get down to showing how media doesn't have to be mindless. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Media). ...

#2 Get Out: Liberal Racism, Scary Movies, and The General Election

November 03, 2019 19:20 - 2 hours - 125 MB

This week the Mindless Media Podcast host, CJ Simon, is joined by Charlotte and Ben and get talking about the upcoming general election, Kanye's 'Jesus is King', and, of course, Jordan Peele's 'Get Out'. If you enjoy this conversation then you can find us on Twitter (@Mindless_Media). We host this podcast on Itunes (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-mindless-media-podcast/id1483572988) and on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1JwP19eGEtqLWJflLiHmAM). We will soon be looking to ...

#1 The Politician: Authenticity in Democracy

October 29, 2019 19:10 - 2 hours - 119 MB

In this weeks episode, CJ, Lucy, and guest Daisy talk the news from the last week and episode 1 of the Netflix TV show ThePolitician

Pilot Episode: "Election" and Ideological differences in 1999

October 15, 2019 07:57 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

In this pilot episode, CJ Simon and Lucy Bugg talk the power of protest, proroguing of parliament, impending impeachment, and 1999 movie "Election" starring Mathew Broderick and Reece Witherspoon. This is the first conversation from the Mindless Media Podcast about movies and how their story, themes, and philosophical arguments relate to contemporary political and social issues

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The Great Gatsby
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