Tom & Lorenzo's Pop Style Opinionfest
402 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 570 ratingsAuthors and bloggers Tom Fitzgerald and Lorenzo Marquez render judgment on all the latest goings-on in the worlds of celebrity, pop culture, television and fashion. Strap yourselves in for some hilarious opinionating on all the most pressing issues of our time, darlings.
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Episodes
We Love to See It: Stars Prioritizing Their Mental Health
August 19, 2022 17:21 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBT Lo talk about the recent announcements by stars Jonah Hill and Tom Holland that they're taking a step back from public life for mental health reasons and unpack all of the implications of that, from their own privilege to the brave celebrities and athletes who paved the way for them. Plus Lorenzo talks about Apple TV+'s PHYSICAL and Tom gives his thoughts on Marvel's SHE-HULK: ATTORNEY AT LAW.
Sad Celebrity Stories of the Week
August 12, 2022 19:09 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBT Lo run down a bunch of sad tales coming out of celebrity land, offering a tribute to the legendary Olivia Newton-John and discussing the travails of Britney Spears, Ezra Miller, and Anne Heche. Plus: What everyone gets wrong about Ben Affleck. And short reviews of UNCOUPLED and A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN.
Everything You Wanted to Know About THE SANDMAN
August 05, 2022 17:50 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBT Lo review the Netflix adaptation of Neil Gaiman's THE SANDMAN series of graphic novels, explaining the history of the books, the cultural impact they had, why the fans are so nervous about this adaptation, who the characters are and whether it all works. Spoiler: It does!
From The Met to the Red Carpet: Why Fashion Matters
July 22, 2022 18:15 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBT Lo give their impressions of The Met's Costume Institute exhibits, IN AMERICA: A LEXICON OF FASHION and IN AMERICA: AN ANTHOLOGY OF FASHION, exploring how they interpret the history and importance of American fashion, what parts they got right and what parts of the exhibits were lacking. Then, they explore the sudden explosion in creativity and self-expression among male stars on the red carpet. Where did it come from? What's fueling it? Who started it? What does it all mean?
Beanie, The Bear and a Bunch of Snubs
July 15, 2022 14:16 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBT Lo review THE BEAR and declare it one of the best shows of the year, review the Emmy nominations and talk about why they are no longer able to highlight the best in television, and unpack the backstage drama of FUNNY GIRL as Beanie Feldstein exits and Lea Michele enters.
You Can’t Roll A Ball Halfway Down a Hill
June 24, 2022 17:47 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBT Lo talk about the recent attacks on Drag Queen Story Hour across the country, how they're related to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, and why allyship is more important than ever.
The Enduring Mystique of Marilyn and the Singular Career of Anna Wintour
June 17, 2022 16:39 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBT Lo dive into a couple of recent stories illustrating the hold Marily Monroe still has on the culture and then they dive deep on the life and career of Vogue editor Anna Wintour in an interview with Amy Odell, author of ANNA: THE BIOGRAPHY.
Unpacking and Appreciating FIRE ISLAND
June 10, 2022 19:09 - 1 hour - 62 MBT Lo review the queer rom-com FIRE ISLAND and explain not only why the film is so fun, but how it honors history and shows an intelligent and insightful understanding of gay male social spaces, both the toxic parts and the life-affirming parts, while showing a wide range of experience/perspectives in a sex-positive, non-judgmental way.
All of the Celebrity News We Just Had to Talk About
June 03, 2022 17:35 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBKim Kardashian said something really stupid and offensive - again! Sarah Jessica Parker is talking about how she never talks about Kim Catrall - again! And the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard verdict is a sad commentary on where we are and where we're going as a culture. T Lo hash it ALL out for you this week.
A Springstravaganza of Opinions!
May 20, 2022 18:28 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBT Lo weigh in on a bunch of topics, from a review of Apple TV+s THE ESSEX SERPENT, to what books they're currently reading, to why criticism is important to consuming any media, to the sudden explosion of interest in the red carpet. It's all musings and observations and a little bit of bitchiness as they touch on a wide range of subject.
Feral Audiences and Fave TV Shows
May 13, 2022 17:43 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBT Lo talk about the recent bad audience behavior on Broadway and in Hollywood involving Patti Lupone, Dave Chapelle and Jesse Williams. Why has everyone forgotten how to sit quietly and clap when expected? Also: Why you need to watch THE STAIRCASE, STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS and SHINING GIRLS.
Kim Kardashian, Marilyn Monroe and the Met Gala
May 06, 2022 17:32 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBT Lo go all in on the biggest fashion story of the week, if not the year, Kim Kardashian wearing Marilyn Monroe's iconic "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" dress to the Met Gala. They look at the outrage and the criticisms that immediately arose in response to it, talk about the importance of the dress, why it never should have seen the light of day, and argue that people are angry about the wrong things.
Hot Gossip and Hot Shows to Watch
April 29, 2022 17:34 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBT Lo run down all of the week's hottest celebrity gossip, from the Olivia Wilde process server incident to the Depp/Heard lawsuit, to Tina Brown's new book on the Royal family. PLUS: A deep dive on season two of RUSSIAN DOLL and a rapturous review of PACHINKO and why you should watch it.
Performances We’re Loving Right Now
April 15, 2022 18:40 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBT Lo give the spotlight to eleven performances in film and television that deserve a little more recognition right now and explain why you should watch them, from Michelle Pfeiffer in THE FIRST LADY to Greta Lee in RUSSIAN DOLL to Janelle James on ABBOTT ELEMENTARY and Zoe Kravitz in KIMI, among many others.
Less About the Slapping, More About the Clapping
April 01, 2022 17:06 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBT Lo unpack the reactions to Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars, from why people laughed and clapped to how the Academy responded to why we're all still talking about it days later. PLUS: A review of HBO Max's JULIA, what it gets right about its subject, the legendary Julia Child, and why she makes a good window into mid-century middle class America.
William & Kate’s Disastrous Caribbean Adventure
March 25, 2022 19:12 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBT Lo unpack all the disastrous optics of the Caribbean royal tour with Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge. This tour has been so bad that it actually throws the future of the monarchy into question. PLUS: Reviews of TV shows, MOON KNIGHT, STAR TREK: PICARD, THE GIRL FROM PLAINVILLE, BAD VEGAN and THE DROPOUT.
Bono’s Bad Poem and Zelenskyy’s Game-Changing Style
March 18, 2022 18:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBT Lo talk about the newly announced "Gilded Glamour" theme for the Met Gala and why they think Anna Wintour has had it with celebrities. Then they take on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's game-changing wartime leader style, his savvy celebrity understanding of image-craft and fashion and how it ruffles all the right feathers. PLUS: Nancy Pelosi's cringey reading of Bono's poem and why it pissed them off so much.
Disney, Dukes, and Dolce & Gabbana: How to Cover a Problematic World
March 11, 2022 19:08 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBT Lo break down the disappointing Disney response to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill as well as recent royal kerfuffles surrounding the Cambridges and Sussexes and the problematic popularity of Dolce & Gabbana on the red carpet, all to explain how things get covered and why things don't get covered.
Exploring and Explaining the Costumes of WEST SIDE STORY
March 04, 2022 18:55 - 44 minutes - 41 MBT Lo go into a deep dive on the Oscar-nominated costume design by Paul Tazewell for Steven Spielberg's WEST SIDE STORY. They explain the inspirations, the symbolism, and how the costumes work in conjunction with the script, camera movement, digital technology and even the sound design. PLUS: reviews of PIECES OF HER, STAR TREK: PICARD and SEVERANCE.
Queer Kids Are Under Attack
February 25, 2022 19:07 - 55 minutes - 51 MBT Lo unpack the recent changes announced for the Oscars ceremony and why they're so misguided before launching into a discussion of Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill and Texas' attack on trans children and why both developments signal a serious danger not only to queer families, but to all families.
Oscar Noms, Scam Artists, and Black Dwarven Princesses
February 11, 2022 18:09 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBT Lo review INVENTING ANNA, break down the new Tolkien character designs of the RING OF POWER, and unpack the Oscar nominations, including who should win, who will win, and who never got nominated.
”And Just Like That...”, a Finale
February 04, 2022 19:12 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBT Lo give the final exhaustive review of the first season of "And Just Like That...," the "Sex and the City" sequel with too much of an agenda to be funny, interesting or entertaining.
Minnie Mouse and M&M Makeover Madness!
January 28, 2022 15:21 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBT Lo take on Minnie Mouse's pantsuit and the Green M&M's new sneakers, pointing out how corporations are deliberately turning routine branding exercises into culture war issues to their benefit (and no one else's). PLUS: The latest "And Just Like That..." was only partially problematic!
The Uncompromising Life and Unvarnished Legacy of André Leon Talley
January 21, 2022 19:39 - 56 minutes - 52 MBT Lo remember the legendary André Leon Talley with personal recollections, tributes, and quotes from his life and work, putting into context how revolutionary it was for a large Black queer man to dominate the fashion world. PLUS: Why you should watch "Station Eleven" and why "And Just Like That..." remains a huge disappointment to us.
SAG Snubs and TV Talk
January 14, 2022 19:20 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBT Lo talk about the surprising snubs of the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations and what they portend for the Oscars before doing another deep dive into the latest episode of "And Just Like That..." PLUS: quick nerd reviews! Why is "Star Trek: Discovery" and "The Book of Boba Fett" so boring? Why is "Peacemaker" so much more fun than we expected?
Cringing at ”And Just Like That...,” Cheering for ”Yellowjackets”
January 07, 2022 18:56 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBT Lo cringe at the "Hamilton" cast singing away insurrection, rant about "And Just Like That..."'s pitiful portrayal of middle age cluelessness, and beg you to start watching "Yellowjackets" if you haven't already.
Our Year-End List of the Best Films and Shows of 2021
December 17, 2021 20:07 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBTom and Lorenzo give each of their Top 3 shows and films of the year and the honorable mentions that didn't quite make it. Plus a recap of the latest episode of "And Just LIke That..." - the one with Natasha!
Diving Into ”And Just Like That...” and Understanding Jeremy Strong
December 10, 2021 18:19 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBT & Lo unpack the somewhat feverish response to the New Yorker's profile of "Succession" star Jeremy Strong and then dive deep into the first two episodes of "And Just Like That...," as long time fans of "Sex and the City."
Movie Talk: ”Being the Ricardos,” ”Belfast,” ”The Power of the Dog”
December 03, 2021 19:15 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBT Lo give their in-depth reviews of "Being the Ricardos," "Belfast" and "Power of the Dog." Is Nicole Kidman a believable Lucille Ball? Does Kirsten Dunst deserve and Oscar? Why did Tom cry through a one third of "Belfast" when it's not a tragedy? And why are all three of these films on their year-end Best list?
Unpacking ”Spencer” and its Relationship with Accuracy
November 19, 2021 18:55 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBT Lo dive deep on Kristen Stewart's astonishing portrayal of Princess Diana in director Pablo Larraín's "Spencer," unpacking the film's fantastical interpretation of the Princess of Wales' life and asking question about just how much leeway storytellers should have in interpreting real people.
”Passing,” ”The Green Knight,” and Respecting the Source Material
November 12, 2021 18:58 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBT Lo discuss "Passing," starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga and "The Green Knight," starring Dev Patel and Alicia Vikander, diving deep on the themes, art direction, costume design and performances and showing how each film's director let the source material determine the direction, no matter how dated it was.
The Big Celebrity Stories of the Week and What They Mean
November 05, 2021 18:24 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBT Lo unpack a whole range of celebrity news, from Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson dating to Chris Pratt trolling the public to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's casting in the Wicked movie adaption. PLUS: Why early aughts bloggers had it right when they treated stars with a lot more cynicism than today and why it's pointless to get mad at Kardashians.
It Doesn‘t Matter How You Dune
October 29, 2021 18:38 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBIt's a sci-fi themed PSO as T Lo explain why Apple TV's "Invasion" is such a disappointment before launching into an extended discussion of director Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune starring Timothee Chalamet. The costumes, the art direction, the performances, their favorite scenes and the cliched Middle Eastern cultural appropriation - they talk about it all.
A Whole Bunch of Opinions on the World this Week
October 22, 2021 18:23 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBT Lo unpack the news about the tragic accident on Alec Baldwin's film set and the homophobic attacks on Pete Buttigieg, but first: Are SJP's "And Just Like That" costumes for real? PLUS: Why Nicole Kidman is all wrong to play Lucille Ball and whether biopics need to cast for resemblance or mimicry.
The Chappelle Mess, Lizzo‘s Triumph and Project Runway‘s Return
October 15, 2021 17:33 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBDescription: T Lo give their thoughts on Dave Chappelle's transphobic Netflix comedy special and the fallout from it, dissect Lizzo's bold fashion choice for Cardi B's birthday party, and talk about the return of Project Runway for its 19th season and muse on the show's effects and changes in all the years of covering it.
What‘s Up with ”Squid Game” and ”Diana: The Musical”?
October 08, 2021 18:15 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBT Lo look at the astonishing popularity of Netflix's breakaway hit "Squid Game" and laugh their way through the hilariously awful "Diana: The Musical" in order to answer one question about both of them: Why are people so fascinated by this? From Harry and Meghan to the fall of capitalism, they break it all down for you. PLUS: Why Adele's double Vogue covers matter and why it's good that they're so different.
Let‘s Talk About TV Stuff
October 01, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIt's an all TV TALK episode of the PSO as T Lo dive into the Ellen Pompeo/Denzel Washington "Grey's Anatomy" story and what it says about the insulated lives of stars, then offer their contradictory takes on "Midnight Mass," "Y: The Last Man" and "Foundation."
Sandy and Megs, Having Themselves a Week
September 17, 2021 18:07 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBT Lo tackle the ridiculous brouhaha over the "TAX THE RICH" dress Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wore to the Met Gala and why she was perfectly in her rights to do so. PLUS: Harry and Meghan make the TIME 100, pose for a really weird picture, get a ton of totally predictable blowback.
Why The John Mulaney Parasocial Kerfuffle Matters
September 10, 2021 17:30 - 55 minutes - 51 MBT Lo take on the huge blowback regarding John Mulaney's personal life and explain all the personal, professional, and societal reasons they're holding firm on their opinion that parasocial relationships with celebrities shouldn't be normalized. Bring back that early aughts cynicism!
Anti-Backlash Backlash!
August 26, 2021 15:37 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBT Lo unpack the recent so-called "backlash" against "Ted Lasso," explain why it was inevitable, and take a bunch of TV critics to task for buying into the pernicious "Let people enjoy things" framing. PLUS: A review of Hulu's "Nine Perfect Strangers" and why it seems to be falling so flat.
Cringe TV vs. Earnest TV: "Ted Lasso," "The White Lotus" and "Schmigadoon!"
August 13, 2021 18:34 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBT Lo talk television as they review "Ted Lasso," "The White Lotus" and "Schmigadoon!" and explain why those shows might not be for everyone. PLUS: What's with all these dirty celebrities?
Matt Damon is a D-Slur
August 04, 2021 14:17 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBAfter his disastrous Sunday Times interview, T Lo run down all of the ways in which Matt Damon has been a blindly privileged, narcissistic jerk and why his latest admission (of using an anti-gay slur) should not be celebrated or explained away so quickly.
"Jungle Cruise," Bad Gucci Accents and Hollywood Nepotism
July 30, 2021 15:52 - 44 minutes - 41 MBT Lo give their thoughts on the campy Italian accents of the "House of Gucci," review the disappointing "Jungle Cruise," and go off on the blindness of Hollywood elites who think nepotism isn't a factor and that show business is a meritocracy.
Someone Pry the Olympics Uniforms Out of Ralph Lauren's Hands
July 23, 2021 18:31 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBT Lo have HAD IT with the preppy nightmares that Ralph Lauren keeps forcing on American Olympians and they'll tell you why his outdated Americana aesthetic is borderline offensive in 2021. PLUS: Prince Harry's memoirs and why they make T Lo cringe!
Emmy Snubs, "Loki" Disappointments and "Mad Men" in Space
July 16, 2021 18:27 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBT Lo run down the 2021 Emmy nominations and give their thoughts on who should win and who got snubbed before Tom launched into an extended rant about how much he disliked the "Loki" finale. PLUS: You absolutely MUST watch Apple TV+'s "For All Mankind."
T Lo's Big Las Vegas Adventure!
July 02, 2021 05:25 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBT Lo give you the lowdown on all the fun and fabulousness of the Las Vegas leg of their book tour, give their thoughts on the Princess Diana statue, congratulate the new Miss Nevada for making history, and review both "Black Widow" and the latest "Loki."
Britney's Bombshell and Why Carl Nassib's Coming Out Matters
June 25, 2021 17:59 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBT Lo talk about the importance of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib's coming out and why his political affiliations don't matter. Then, they run down Britney Spears' shocking testimony begging for her conservatorship to end and explain why it may be one of the biggest celebrity scandals of all time. PLUS: a review of AMC's confusing "Kevin Can F**K Himself."
Queer PDAs, The History of Cruising & Hot Reality TV Goss
June 18, 2021 18:21 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBT Lo gossip about some "Project Runway" designer scandals, weigh in on the Chrissy Teigen and Rita Moreno stories, and talk about the history of queer PDAs, cruising, and non-verbal socializing in the pre-Stonewall era.
Dr. Jill's Jacket, the Queens of Hacks, a Forgotten Queer Icon and Lilibet Diana
June 11, 2021 18:28 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBT Lo talk about Jill Biden's "LOVE" jacket and what it means, gush over the glory of the "Hacks" season finale, profile forgotten trans icon Rachel Harlow, and welcome Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor to the world.
Queer Erotic History, Sex Work, and Why Pride Must Be Horny on Main
June 04, 2021 18:20 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBT Lo take on the tiresome "No Kink at Pride" discourse by highlighting the importance of queer erotic artists like Bob Mizer and Tom of Finland as well as the brave contributions of the front line of Queer Liberation, the sex workers who fought back first.