Four-quadrant films are movies designed to appeal to the biggest, widest audience possible. In the process, they can often leave out a lot of LGBTQ+ representation – but end up loaded with subtext. In The Queer Quadrant, hosts Brooke Solomon and Jordan Gustafson examine cinema in all its cultural contexts, and explore why your favorite four-quadrant blockbuster is maybe…not as straight as you think it is.
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Each month we'll discuss three topics from the Religous Zionist and Modern Orthodox world. We'll share articles we're reading, ideas we're thinking about, and topics that interest us related to Israel, Judaism, Religious Zionism.
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Welcome to Reality Mums! The video podcast for all things reality tv, mum life & pop culture. Hosts @rachelle.bingham + @the_real_catherinelouise
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Divine Comedy (version 2 Dramatic Reading), The by Dante Alighieri (1265 - 1321)
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The Divine Comedy (in Italian, Divina Commedia, or just La commedia or Comedia) is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri in the first decades of the 14th Century, during his exile from his native Florence. Considered the most important work of Italian literature, the poem has also has enormous historical influence on western literature and culture more generally. Dante represents the three realms of the afterlife in his three canticles (Inferno--Hell; Purgatorio--Purgatory; Paradiso--Parad ...
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The show that examines the many facets of Orthodox Jewish life
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There are so many Housewives on at the moment, we have all sorts of fillings. This week we discuss RHOSLC, RHONY, Potomac and of course RHOC. Feels good to have so much to watch after such a drought. We also have some new series and movie suggestions that you might want to check out.
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The Religious Implications of October 7th
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Birds of Prey with Carly Usdin
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by filmmaker Carly Usdin for another trip to our favorite queer space – Gotham City! Despite its rep as a film that got kneecapped by the pandemic and some good ol' studio sexism, this Cathy Yan bop kinda has it all! We gush over Margot's committed performance, the canon of "kickass ladies" cinema (the highs and the v…
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We're back after a Reality TV drought to discuss the not so secret Mormon wives. There's also some chatter about RHOC, Below Deck and Selling Sunset, but do they even compare 🤣
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Jordan and Brooke hitch a ride to Vegas with writer Louis Peitzman for another wonderful entry in the Paul Verhoeven canon of horny queer cinema! We thrust it to the beat of a deeply misunderstood lead performance, the legitimacy of of "cult classic" status, commodifying the male gaze for your own sapphic tendencies, and how there is not one normal…
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Bridesmaids with Caroline Framke
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by TV critic Caroline Framke to talk Paul Feig's seminal 2011 comedy, including masterful levels of improv, the "shocker genre" of female-led raunchy comedies, the wedding industrial complex, and how Annie and Helen should really just run off together. Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jordan's Letterboxd / Brooke's Let…
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by Caitlin Durante (The Bechdel Cast) for a simple Shrek-tastic visit to Duloc. Along with a healthy dose of memes, we break down the "edgy" anti-Disney sentiment, marginalized fairytale creatures, Lord Farquaad's casual ethnic cleansing, how inescapable to the culture this was, and if this film is actually quite quee…
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بقلم Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter
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After a lacklustre season the RHONJ ended on a high. We also discuss all the breaking news of the week which is hard to keep up with right now.
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Little Shop of Horrors with Kenny Neibart
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by writer/producer Kenny Neibart for another movie musical – this one very near and dear to our hearts. For Frank Oz's 1986 film, we discuss gender performance, stage to screen changes, advanced puppetry, Howard Ashman's incredible pen, and – you knew it was coming – the Muppets. Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jord…
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We were so excited to interview Emily Simpson and talk about all things RHOC, fitness and relationships.
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Jordan and Brooke rev up their T-Bird and hit the road for an anniversary episode (crime spree not included). Topics include: feminism! Lesbianism! Dream cars! Thelma & Louise getting more butch as the movie goes on! The Criterion edition's double commentary! WOMEN!!! WOO!!!! Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jordan's Letterboxd / Brooke's Letterbo…
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After a short break, we're back baby. Our reality shows have been a bit quiet but we the return of RHOC has given us life. We also chat about the other non reality shows we have been watching to get us through this drought.
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by Roxana Hadadi (Vulture) for Lorene Scafaria's 2019 masterpiece – yes, masterpiece! There is directorial style! There are great needle drops! There is JLo in an incredible fur coat! We discuss why this movie wasn't given the awards season treatment, the very legitimate Ramona x Destiny ship, recent "Netflix-ifciatio…
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Challengers with Ben from Canada
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by filmmaker, video essayist and actor Ben Chinapen for our fave fim of the year (so far). Luca Guadagnino goes god mode with under the court shots, intense homoeroticism as always, and a real, actual, proper love triangle. We talk the club-ready Reznor & Ross score, how sex is tennis and tennis is sex, films shot but…
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Special Episode- Captain Sandy Below Deck
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Very special interview with Captain Sandy from Below Deck Med
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This week we cover the wrap up of Summer House and The Valley. We also discuss two new shows Dubai and Below Deck Med. Also, we need to know. Are you team Lindsay or Team Carl?
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Johnny Guitar with Mitchell Beaupre
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by Letterboxd senior editor Mitchell Beaupre (The Letterboxd Show) for Nicholas Ray's unconventional 1954 Western. We get to talk about icon/legend/notorious hater Joan Crawford, Nicholas Ray's frankly crazy life, an epic Southwest witch hunt, women in PANTS, and how this is definitely a film for the enbys. Follow us on…
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Orthodox Kids on the Secular College Campus
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In episode 153 - recorded about two weeks ago - of the RZ Weekly Podcast, we tackle the pressing issue of how Orthodox Jewish students deal with overt antisemitism on secular college campuses. We discuss the harrowing experiences of many these students who have been singled out and threatened in response to the war in Gaza., and examine the challen…
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Stream brand new The Real Housewives of Dubai S2 only on Hayu from 3 June, the same day as the USA. New episodes are released every Monday.
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Kardashians are back, baby and both Catherine and Rachelle loved the 1st episode. Lots of shows are wrapping up this week with reunions and final episodes. Have a listen and let us know your thoughts.
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by friend and producer Jose Cañas for 2003's midnight slasher. They inevitably get mired in this movie's insurmountable twist, praise director Alexandre Aja for the sheer craft on display, and debate what we should actually take away from the gory kills and final jump scare here. Plus, that weird string of mid-2000s hor…
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Ankle socks are out, Korean Drama is in
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This week is a fun episode with a recap of the season finale of Vanderpump and 1st episode of the reunion. We also cover New Jersey, Summer House, Below Deck and The Valley. One other question. Why are Gen Z so picky and vocal about millennials? Leave us alone with our ankle socks, side parts and skinny jeans. Let us live.…
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by Phil Iscove (Podcast Like It's 1992) for 2022's absolute masterclass in filmmaking (and, surprisingly, memes?). We dig into Lydia's gender presentation in a male-dominated industry (is she actually...a girlboss?), the thrills and humor Todd Field manages to layer here, pretend pretension and why basically everyone …
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The Valley - A Cinematic Masterpiece
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We're catching up after a big couple of weeks. The Housewife drought is over, New Jersey back baby. For us The Valley and Summer House are still so good, while Vanderpump seems to be falling a bit flat this season.
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Bravo, babies, washing machines and drama
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We cover a lot this week. Summer House and The Valley are our stand outs. We still have zero housewives, but the Jersey girls will be back in May.
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by author & writer Phil Tice for 1993's sincere take on the Western epics. Phil goes deep and analyzes Doc and Wyatt's incredibly intimate conversations, Brooke laments the terribly underwritten women of this film, and Jordan marvels at the fact that two podcasters could get this excited about gunslinging. Follow us on …
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Leil Shimurim 5784 - Reacting to the Iranian Attack
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WHAT JUST HAPPENED? Following the Iranian drone and ballistic missile attack on Israel, the RZWeekly team came together to discuss how they are processing that event, and how they are trying to connect to the mood of Pesach despite all the many other things going on.بقلم Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter
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After a few weeks of interviews we are back to regular programming. It's a bumper episode that we could almost fill with just all the current Bravo breaking news.
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Hairspray (2007) with Ella Kemp
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by Ella Kemp (Letterboxd) for 2007's sock-hoppin' musical featuring - gasp - actual sets?! We talk some inspired (and some uninspired) casting choices, the legacy of John Waters, all things camp, drag, JAMES EFFING MARSDEN, and Zac Efron's one perfect curl. Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jordan's Letterboxd / Brooke'…
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Special episode- Preston Mitchum from Summer House, Martha's Vinyard
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This week, we interviewed the fabulous @preston.mitchum from Summer House - Martha's Vinyard. If you're not watching season 2, you need to! Screening on @hayusocial now 💗
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Special episode- Chef Anthony from Below Deck
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Catch our special interview with the amazing and talented Chef Anthony from Below Deck
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Bringing Up Baby with Mia Lee Vicino
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by Mia Lee Vicino (Letterboxd, Best in Show) for 1938's delightful romp, known as a box office flop and the "feral stepchild" of screwball comedies. We finally get to discuss David Canfield's amazing article on Cary Grant & Randolph Scott's life, thirst over noted badass Katharine Hepburn, marvel at how insane it is t…
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Special Episode- Brittany Cartwright from The Valley
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She’s the southern belle that stole our hearts, and if anybody says otherwise they can, ‘rot in hell!’ Staring in the brand new show The Valley streaming now on Hayu – welcome to Reality Mums Brittany Cartright!
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HaRav Tamir Granot: The Pride of Serving in the IDF
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This episode begins with some heart-wrenching personal perspectives following the week of mourning of Daniel Perez hy’d, and then proceeds with an analysis of Rav Tamir Granot’s powerful and heartfelt remarks to Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef’s hurtful comments.بقلم Mali Brofsky, Johnny Solomon and Reuven Spolter
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The Valley. Because ‘nice women married to douche bag men plus Kristin and Jason’ doesn’t fit
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Jax has entered the chat. This week, he's back on the brand new show The Valley and Vanderpump Rules. We really enjoyed The Valley and can't wait to tune in every week. Catherine also explains to us how she cannot get her mind around the rules of games. What are your thoughts? Are you guys happy to have Jax and Kristen back?…
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Carrie (1976) with Cass Clarke
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Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by writer & podcaster Cass Clarke (Horror Hangover) for 1976's iconic and powerful film, the prom royalty of teen horror. We talk bitch-ass high schoolers, Carrie being punished via a literal closet, historically sexy art of St. Sebastian, the abject horror of womanhood, how we really need to nominate more horror at t…
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Princess Kate is giving Weekend At Bernie's vibes
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Hold onto your cowboy hats because this week it's a whirlwind - Princess Kate is awol, North West is dangling the carrot to the Swifties and Kathy Hilton emerges as the marionette puppet queen of Beverly Hills. Oh and we love West on Summer House - he's giving main character energy and we love it 🥰
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We're a day early this week, but still so much to discuss. Do you agree with Ariana? Can she stop people being friends with Tom? Is Sheana overreacting? We are loving West, the new addition in Summer House and can sympathise with Paige about caring for a man baby.
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Everything Everywhere All at Once with Yutaka Tamanaha & Liam Boyack
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Join Jordan, Brooke, and special guests Liam Boyack and Yutaka Tamanaha (The Horror Hour) just in time for awards season, as we dive into 2023's zany Oscar juggernaut that nobody could escape. We think this movie is great! We are thrilled by the awards it won! We love the dildos and the scrappy production and the cast and the costumes! We, do, howe…
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There is so much Bravo breaking news we don't know where to start. Jax and Brittney, Leah V Andy and Rachel V Ariana and Tom. Why on earth is everyone coming for Andy? We also discuss the shows of the week and the RHOBH and RHOM reunions. Do you think it's time for Kyle to have a break from filming?
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This week we recap Vanderpump and the final episodes of Bevery Hills and Miami. Lookong forward to the reunions next week.
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We are loving Vanderpump Rules, Miami and Beverley Hills. We also discuss the return of Below Deck.
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What better way to celebrate the capitalism of Valentine's Day than with a big blockbuster film? Join us for a state of the union on late 00s queer rep (TL;DR – there are way too many straight white people), Taylor's Swift rocky acting career, Jordan's enduring love for Bradley Cooper, Brooke's enduring love for Anne Hathaway, and a bite-sized revi…
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Dealing with our (strong) feelings about the Chareidi Community
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In this episode we do not discuss chareidim serving in the IDF. However, what we do discuss are our feelings towards the fact that chareidi yeshiva students are not serving in the IDF because they are learning Torah, while Religious Zionist yeshiva students are having their Torah learning cut short because they are needed on the battlefield. How do…
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Mamma Mia! & Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again with Flynn Slicker
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Jordan and Brooke are joined by Flynn Slicker (Letterboxd) for a fabulous musical double feature / luxury vacation to Greece! Experience the pure euphoria that only ABBA can summon as we dive into a star-studded cast, a notoriously lit wrap party, THREE whole father figures, and the transcendent gay vibes of choreography in bell-bottoms. Follow Fly…
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Grab your Pumptini, Vanderpump is back!
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We start this weeks episode with a quick update from Catherine and her melanoma diagnosis - a diagnosis that happened purely because of Khloe Kardashian's public cancer battle on The Kardashians. An important message to get checked! Our beloved Vanderpump is back - and naturally we have thoughts. Then it's over to Beverly Hills and the Salt Lake re…
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In this episode of RZWeekly we examine the current emotional undertone within Israel and the related attitudes and daily experiences of Israelis, while comparing this with how many Jews in the diaspora – often under the influence of the general media - are relating to and interpreting current events in Israel. Given these differences, is the Jewish…
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Jordan and Brooke are joined for 2023's sweeping romance by the Maestro Moment creator herself, the one and only Fran Hoepfner! We discuss man vs. myth, self-proclaimed "crazy cinephile" Bradley Cooper, big swing accents, prosthetics, a marriage and the space around it, and Matthew "always in his bag" Libatique. Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jo…
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