Best Bri Picone Podcasts (2024)

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Late to the Conga Line 40:13

6d ago40:13

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On this week's episode, Nikki gets married, Bri starts a flash mob to Cher’s Believe, we discuss Bridesmaids as a recession-core masterpiece, and get into Wicked’s wickedly prevalent marketing campaign. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/late-to-the-party-with-nikki-bri/id1593848890 Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.sp…

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An Hour on The Hours (2001) 1:18:03

13d ago1:18:03

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Join us as we spend an hour unpacking the 2002 film, The Hours. We discuss the iconic Nicole Kidman Oscar win (by a nose!), Julianne Moore's stellar performance as a repressed housewife, kissing Toni Collette, the Phillip Glass score, Meryl Streep's Clarissa as a autumn style icon, Ed Harris giving Angels in America, Virginia Wolff's Mrs. Dalloway,…

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Nobody Wants This (Except Us) 1:27:56

20d ago1:27:56

1:27:56

Today we discuss our new tv obsessions, The Penguin and Nobody Wants This, review Joker: Folie a Deux, and share our hot takes on Sweet Home Alabama. We also give first impressions on Charli XCX's new album, Brat but it's completely different, Bri’s pasta sauce journey, and more. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/late-to-…

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American Psycho (2000) 1:36:12

27d ago1:36:12

1:36:12

Did Patrick Bateman invent the everything shower? Today we are discussing American Psycho. Digressions include: envisioning an alternate universe with Leo DiCaprio, Sigma Males and Wall Street Bros, the babygirl-ification of Patrick Bateman, Huey Lewis and the News, misreading Fight Club and more. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/u…

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Scream (1996) 1:36:12

1M ago1:36:12

1:36:12

Who matches Stu Macher's freak? This week we revisit the iconic 1996 horror classic, Scream. Digressions include Sydney Prescott's generational trauma, Gale Weathers being that girl, why Halloween (1978) is a feminist film, the Nancy Grace-ification of news media, cyber cafe aesthetics, and bad 90s hairstyles. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcast…

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Vampires 1:47:28

1M ago1:47:28

1:47:28

Today, we are sinking our teeth in all things vampires, from the iconic True Blood Rolling Stone cover to the Twilight saga's cultural impact. Digressions include: the vampire aesthetic, True Blood's queer representation and how the 2008 political landscape informed the series, Buffy's insane fanfics, the Vampire Diaries' love triangle that had us …

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Party Girl, High Fidelity, & the Art of the Playlist 1:24:28

2M ago1:24:28

1:24:28

This week we're doing a deep dive on the 1995 cult fashion classic, Party Girl and discussing the underrated (and short-lived) High Fidelity tv show. Digressions include: finding yourself through the Dewey Decimal system, the impeccable fashion of Parker Posey's Mary, The Nanny connections, Zoe Kravitz's cool girl persona, the irresistible charm of…

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Fashion Roadkill 1:54:21

2M ago1:54:21

1:54:21

We met Sofia Coppola, soaked in the energy of the city during NYFW, and had a revelation about KT Tunstall’s Suddenly I See in relation to The Devil Wears Prada. Digressions include: The Bell Jar, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Angelina Jolie in Maria, and The Dare’s divisive new album. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/late-to…

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Oasis Autumn 1:50:54

2M ago1:50:54

1:50:54

On today’s episode, we get into the Oasis reunion, recap our birthday karaoke celebration, and channel our inner Nicole Kidman AMC ad to discuss the joys of the movie theater. We also discuss Zoe Kravitz’s directorial debut in Blink Twice, Josh Harnett in M. Night Shyamalan's Trap, Blake Lively’s It Ends with Us controversy, Addison Rae, the high c…

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Flashdance (1983), Footloose (1984), & Dirty Dancing (1987) 1:50:43

2M ago1:50:43

1:50:43

This week we are yapping about 80s dance films. We break down the town politics in Footloose, Adrian Lyne’s Flashdance creating the MTV aesthetic, Jennifer Beals’ iconic fashion, Patrick Swayze’s dirty dancing, the Dirty Dancing to Gilmore Girls to High School Musical pipeline, and why these films are timeless classics. We also dive into Sabrina Ca…

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Reality Bites (1994) 1:49:38

3M ago1:49:38

1:49:38

Today we dive deep into the iconic 90s film Reality Bites. Join us as we explore themes of selling out, the allure of a bohemian lifestyle, and the challenges of navigating your twenties. We'll discuss the iconic performances of Winona Ryder and Ethan Hawke, the relatable struggles of avoiding day jobs, and the Lisa Loeb banger, Stay (I Miss You). …

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Bennifer in Gigli (2003) 1:30:08

3M ago1:30:08

1:30:08

Ever wondered Bennifer in the 2000s were like? Well, Nikki and Bri are here to give you a hilarious, chaotic, and somewhat insightful take on it. This week, we dive into the infamous 2003 film "Gigli," starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez. We discuss everything from the film's confusing tones to its questionable dialogue and even its surprising …

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I’d Rather Be at Lilith Fair 1:43:40

3M ago1:43:40

1:43:40

Let's talk Lilith Fair! We're diving deep into the iconic festival that defined a generation. From the powerhouse lineups of the '90s to the controversial reboot, we're breaking down the highs and lows. Join us as we reminisce, analyze, and passionately argue for a Lilith Fair revival in 2024 (hello, Chappell Roan). Listen to us on Apple: https://p…

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The Brat-ification of Everything? 1:59:33

3M ago1:59:33

1:59:33

This week we are yapping about the Brat-ification of Kamala Harris, Daisy Edgar-Jones’ major It Girl glow up, and identifying with Barb & Star. We also give our thoughts on Ballerina Farm, Chappell Roan’s Gaga-eque journey to stardom, Maya Hawke’s twee-inspired singing career, Katy Perry’s Woman’s World, and more. Plus, we contemplate getting bangs…

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Mamma Mia! (2008) 1:41:13

3M ago1:41:13

1:41:13

Join us as we dissect every sequin, every ABBA classic, and every questionable singing voice. From Meryl Streep's iconic performance as Donna Sheridan to Pierce Brosnan's...interesting vocal stylings, we're covering it all. We'll explore Sophie's daddy issues, debate the best ABBA song, and wonder what exactly happened at the infamous wrap party. 0…

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Rewatching Girls, Unhinged Lorde Powerpoints, and Jack Schlossberg's Brat Girl Summer 1:51:26

4M ago1:51:26

1:51:26

This week we rewatch Girls and realize that Hannah Horvath might be the voice of a generation. We also discuss Jack Schlossberg as Vogue’s new political correspondent (and our new Tiktok obsession), dive into Lorde’s Melodrama and the unhinged Jack Antonoff powerpoint, Gracie Abram’s The Secret of Us and why she is giving Lilith Fair, and a dissect…

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Lana Del Rey 2:03:10

4M ago2:03:10

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We unpack Lana Del Rey's Born to Die album, predict a potential 2010s Coachella core revival, and analyze Lana's signature Americana aesthetic. We'll also dish on our favorite unreleased tracks, explore her David Lynchian undercurrents, and dissect the unhinged (iconic) monologue from the "Ride" music video. 00:00 – Coachella Core Predictions 05:27…

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The White Lotus with Ben Scott 2:30:05

4M ago2:30:05

2:30:05

This week we're diving headfirst into the luxurious, satirical world of HBO's hit series, The White Lotus. Joining us is super fan (and Nikki’s fiancé) Ben Scott to dissect the show's exploration of wealth, privilege, and the simmering resentment that lurks beneath the surface. We also get into the addictive theme song, relating to Murray Bartlett’…

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Catwoman (2004) 1:21:54

4M ago1:21:54

1:21:54

Today we revisit Catwoman (2004). We sink our claws into the movie that derailed Halle Berry’s post-Oscar career, gave us a very campy Sharon Stone performance, and has plagued our thoughts since childhood. We'll discuss Halle Berry's unhinged portrayal of the feline superheroine, the film's ahead-of-its-time commentary on the beauty industry, and …

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Brat Girl Summer 1:23:39

5M ago1:23:39

1:23:39

This week we are channeling our inner Brat - we’re so Julia! Topics discussed: Charli XCX’s genius new album, the Brat Girl Summer starter pack, Chappell Roan’s meteoric rise to fame, Justin Timberlake’s cringe-worthy arrest, Ayo Edebri proving that she is the coolest girl in Hollywood in Bottoms, sharing our mutual adoration for Lana Del Rey with …

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The Bling Ring (2013) 1:19:33

5M ago1:19:33

1:19:33

We dive into the bizarre world of Sofia Coppola's 2013 film, The Bling Ring, unpacking the real-life crimes of a teenage Hollywood burglary crew. We'll explore the flashy lifestyle they craved, the role of celebrity obsession in their motives, and how Tumblr's early 2010s aesthetic fueled our fascination. Topics discussed: the audacity of the Bling…

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Manic Pixie Dream Girls 1:40:06

5M ago1:40:06

1:40:06

Is she a Quirky Muse or a Flat Character? Today we are diving headfirst into the world of the Manic Pixie Dream Girl. We'll unpack the origins of the trope, coined by film critic Nathan Rabin in his review of "Elizabethtown" (remember Kirsten Dunst's airport twirling?), and explore its evolution through Zooey Deschanel's rise to fame. We'll discuss…

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The Truman Show (1998) 1:11:34

5M ago1:11:34

1:11:34

Are we living in The Truman Show? This week, we discuss The Truman Show. We unpack Jim Carrey's performance, question social media ethics, and get into Ed Harris' Cristof as a lowkey style icon. 00:00 – This Movie is F’d Up 15:40 – 90s Trends 29:18 – Social Media is for Teenagers, Not Kids 35:02 – Thoughts on Jim Carrey 45:18 – Truman Starts to Cat…

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Carrie Bradshaw AF 1:27:06

6M ago1:27:06

1:27:06

This week, we debrief on all things pop culture. Topics discussed include: Romy Mars’ debut single, the struggle for Chappell Roan tickets, Olivia Rodrigo’s DIY Carrie Bradshaw-inspired tour tanks, seeing Hozier in concert, Charli XCX’s insane It Girl cameos in her 360 music video, and Anne Hathaway’s The Idea of You giving us One Direction fanfic …

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Priscilla (2023) with Feminine Features 1:34:18

6M ago1:34:18

1:34:18

This week, we are joined by Anne Sullivan and Winsor Jewell of Feminine Features to discuss Sofia Coppola's Priscilla. We delve into Coppola's signature style, explore Priscilla Presley's perspective, Jacob Elordi's problematic (and hot) Elvis, and why I Will Always Love You is the perfect needledrop. (00:00) – Sofia Coppola & Chick Flicks (11:51) …

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Challengers (2024) 1:04:14

6M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

We discuss Luca Guadagnino’s latest film, Challengers! We get into the steamy love triangle between Tashi, Art, and the enigmatic Patrick (played by Josh O'Connor). Plus, we obsess over Zendaya's immaculate method dressing on the press tour, courtesy of powerhouse stylist Law Roach and Loewe. We'll also unpack the internet's obsession with the "I T…

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Ocean's 8 (2018) & the Met Gala 1:27:43

6M ago1:27:43

1:27:43

This week's Late to the Party is a fashion heist! We dissected the iconic Met Gala moments & dive into Ocean's 8's stylish plan. Topics include: Cate Blanchett's velvet suits, the 2024 Met Gala theme "The Garden of Time", Jojo Siwa's iconic Call Her Daddy interview, Rihanna as the patron saint of the Met Gala, and more (00:00) – Decoding the Met Ga…

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Anyone but You (2023) with The Rom Complex 1:26:38

7M ago1:26:38

1:26:38

Did Anyone but You breathe new life into the rom-com genre? This week on Late to the Party, we delve into the film with Sam & Shelby from The Rom Complex! Join us for a deep dive into the movie's loose (and very 90s) Shakespearean adaptation. We'll unpack the classic enemies-to-lovers trope and the hilarious "fake-dating scheme gone right" storylin…

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The Tortured Poets Department 1:26:38

7M ago1:26:38

1:26:38

Have we reached Taylor Swift fatigue? This week, we discuss Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department. We get into Matty Healy rumors, typewriters, & the Poor Things coded Fortnight (feat. Post Malone) music video. (00:00) – How do you categorize this album? (14:47) – Discussing our favorites (30:06) – Is Taylor Swift an “It Girl”? Li…

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Cowboy Carter, Julia Fox & Our Saturn Returns 1:26:38

7M ago1:26:38

1:26:38

This week’s episode we dive into a bunch of pop culture and fashion musings. Topics discussed include Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter, our Saturn return, Julia Fox’s Down the Drain, unpacking JLO’s bodega order, Zendaya and Law Roach’s styling for the Challengers movie press cycle, the return of the 2000s Chloe girl, Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine, and m…

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The Proposal (2009) with The Rom Com Catalog 1:26:39

7M ago1:26:39

1:26:39

We are joined by romantic comedy expert, Sara from The Rom Com Catalog, to discuss The Proposal (2009). We dish on Sandra Bullock's comedic prowess, Ryan Reynolds in his romantic comedy era, Betty White as everyone's favorite geriatric “It Girl”, and why The Proposal is the perfect rom-com. (00:00) – The Rom Com Catalog (12:45) – The importance of …

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The Anne Hathaway of it All 2:07:17

8M ago2:07:17

2:07:17

How did Anne Hathaway go from the Princess of Genovia to the most hated actress on the internet? This week, we discuss Anne Hathaway and her iconic roles in classics like The Princess Diaries and The Devil Wears Prada. We also reminisce about the time she dated a con-man, recite the monologue in Rachel Getting Married, and #hathahate. 00:00 – Compa…

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And the Oscar Goes to… 1:55:48

8M ago1:55:48

1:55:48

On a very special episode, we discuss the Academy Awards. From Ryan Gosling’s I’m Just Ken performance to Emily Blunt’s floating straps, Emma Stone's shocking Best Actress win for Poor Things, and Cillian Murphy’s tan - we get into it all. Then we venture into new territory: our own awards show! Topics discussed include: 2010 as a seminal Oscar yea…

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A Star is Born (2018) 1:15:57

8M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Join us as we discuss A Star is Born (2018). Topics discussed include Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga’s out of this world chemistry, Lady Gaga’s Oscar-worthy performance, Bradley Cooper’s commitment to the bit as both Jackson Maine and in Maestro, Gaga’s influence on the modern day pop culture landscape, and the lingering impact of the best song from …

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La La Land (2016) 1:27:55

8M ago1:27:55

1:27:55

Is the La La Land/Moonlight the Most Iconic Moment in Oscars History? Ya like Jazz? Join us as we discuss the 2016 movie musical, La La Land. Topics discussed: movie musicals that give us the ick, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling's immaculate chemistry, share horror stories related to Mia's audition, getting existential over living your dreams, Sebastai…

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Fifty Shades of Grey and Dakota Johnson's Limes 1:31:45

9M ago1:31:45

1:31:45

This week we watched Fifty Shades of Grey. Digressions include: Dakota Johnson's iconic Architectural Digest interview (we love limes), The Weeknd's contribution to cinema, the logistics of Christian Grey's NDA, the Twilight to Fifty Shades pipeline, Jamie Dornan's babygirlification, E.L. James' unhinged playlists that include the Black Eyed Peas, …

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She's the Man (2006) with No More Late Fees 1:40:01

9M ago1:40:01

1:40:01

We are back to discuss Amanda Bynes' finest work, She's the Man (2006). Joining us are Danielle and Jackie of No More Late Fees to break down the modern day Shakespeare adaptation. Topics include: Amanda Bynes' comedic genius, Channing Tatum's himbo era, Vanity Fair's It's Raining Teen issues, the dark side of being a child star, Beyonce and Taylor…

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She's All That (1999) 1:19:50

9M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

We discuss She's All That, the 1999 teen rom-com to end all rom-coms. Topics include: unpacking the Ugly Duckling trope, the anatomy of a makeover scene, Rachel Leigh Cook's Winona-inspired Laney Boggs, the underrated genius of Matthew Lillard, Sixpence None the Richer's Kiss Me needledrop, Usher haunting the halls of Sunnyvale, and more. 00:00 – T…

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The Tortured Poets Department, Boygenius, and the Grammys 2024 18:52

9M ago18:52

18:52

On a very special mini episode, Nikki catches Bri up on what happened at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Topics include: Taylor Swift’s Album of the Year win, The Tortured Poets Department album announcement, Tracy Chapman’s Fast Car performance, Miley Cyrus getting her “Flowers”, and Boygenius’ emotional win. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.…

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Moonstruck (1987) with Shawnee Mead 59:58

9M ago59:58

59:58

We are back and joined by Nora Ephron enthusiast and friend to the pod, Shawnee Mead (Podcast Around the Corner) to discuss the 1987 classic Moonstruck. Topics include: Cher's Oscar-winning performance, rom-coms for grown-ups, channeling our inner wolf, Nic Cage being Nic Cage, and more. Listen to Podcast Around the Corner https://podcasts.apple.co…

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Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow, & Green Juice 1:22:27

10M ago1:22:27

1:22:27

We discuss Gwyneth Paltrow and do a deep dive on her illustrious, Oscar-winning film career, feuding with Winona Ryder, her Goop empire, and everything in between. (00:00) – Gwyneth Paltrow paved the wellness trend (12:43) – GP in the 90s (24:19) – Apple and Moses (27:48) – Goop (41:03) – The Goop Empire is the blueprint Listen to us on Apple: http…

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13 Going on 30 (2004) 1:12:23

10M ago1:12:23

1:12:23

We unpack the most charming rom-com of the early 2000s, Jenna Rink’s nearly iconic nightgown, Magazine editor job propaganda, Mark Ruffalo’s immaculate music taste and graphic tee collection, the Versace 2003 Spring collection, body swap comedy scenarios, falling in love with Jennifer Garner, Billy Joel’s Vienna needledrop, the perils of being an a…

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Our Frazzled English Woman Era 1:31:56

10M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

We're back with a hodgepodge of topics that include: Tiktok's Frazzled English Woman trend, Jeffrey Campbell's resurrection of Indie Sleaze, Bri's obsession with Punk'd, Emma Roberts' 2015 graphic tee as 2024 mood board inspo, our go-to comfort movies, Julia Roberts' impact on the rom-com, and more! (00:00) – Thoughts on Indie Sleaze fashion (23:13…

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Mean Girls (2004) 1:33:34

10M ago1:33:34

1:33:34

Is Regina George the real victim of Mean Girls? This week we dive into the 2004 teen classic, Mean Girls. Topics discussed include the politics of girl world, Lindsay Lohan's perfectly naive Cady Heron, The Plastics' reign on early 2000s fashion, Tina Fey's screenplay and cohort of SNL alum, Queen Bees and Wannabes' psychology behind teenage girl b…

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Saltburn (2023) / May December (2023) 1:27:26

10M ago1:27:26

1:27:26

This week we caught up on Saltburn and May December. Topics discussed include the soon-to-be iconic bathtub scene, Jacob Elordi's eyebrow piercing, Barry Keoghan's dance to Murder on the Dancefloor, 2006 fashion, Julianne Moore's line read of hot dogs, method acting, and the rise of Charles Melton. (00:00) – Let’s talk Holiday films! (10:49) – Our …

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Bridesmaids (2011) 1:02:09

11M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

We are back and joined by our fabulous producer, Grace Dunbar, to discuss the 2011 comedy Bridesmaids. Topics include: the comedic genius of Kristen Wiig, the impact on female-driven comedies, the Bridesmaid effect, and so much more! Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/late-to-the-party-with-nikki-bri/id1593848890 Listen to…

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Elf (2003) 1:21:01

11M ago1:21:01

1:21:01

Is Elf a modern day Christmas classic? We get into the holiday spirit by discussing Elf (2003) and our favorite Christmas ephemera. Topics discussed include the Row-ification of James Caan, Will Ferrell’s unbelievably earnest performance, Rankin and Bass’ influence, Zooey Deschanel’s pre-twee icon days, and more. Listen to us on Apple: https://podc…

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Chloë Sevigny, Renaissance, and Taylor Swift 1:24:50

11M ago1:24:50

1:24:50

What makes Chloë Sevigny the coolest girl in the world? Is Taylor Swift’s Mastermind really inspired by Phantom Thread? This week we dive into the fascinating career of the "It Girl to End All It Girls", Chloe Sevigny. We also discuss Taylor Swift’s Time Magazine Person of the Year profile and have a spiritual experience at Beyonce’s Renaissance Mo…

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Gossip Girl (2007-2012) 1:51:13

11M ago1:51:13

1:51:13

Hello, Upper East Siders! We’re back to discuss the iconic teen drama, Gossip Girl. Topics discussed include Gossip Girl’s exceptionally good pilot, Serena van der Woodsen’s chaotic Main Character Energy, Blair Waldorf’s influence on headband culture, Chase Crawford’s perfect face, Chuck Bass’ unhinged behavior, Jenny’s goth glow-up, Penn Bagley’s …

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Burlesque (2010) 1:06:01

12M ago1:06:01

1:06:01

On today’s episode, we revisit Burlesque, the oft-forgotten guilty pleasure 2010 musical that gave us Wagon Wheel Watusi, Cher giving the best performance of a Diane Warren powerballad (sorry, Celine), and Christina Aguilera acting debut. Topics discussed include: the Pussycat Dolls’ Viper Room inspiration, Coyote Ugly and The Devil Wears Prada com…

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