Finally, they take on this week’s comfort watch—Network. We break down what the show gets right, and why we are craving it so much in 2020.Our Plus segment brings back âExplain Yourselfâ with special guest (and former TAK producer) TK Dutes. We break down what the show gets right, and why we are craving it so much in 2020.This week Steve, Julia, and Dana take a trip to the Bill and Ted universe and share their thoughts on the latest addition, Bill and Ted Face the Music. And frankly, given that two of the hosts are based in NYC, in a POC-majority city, and international city, it really feels like they aren’t invested in the most vital and strongest culture that is thriving. Slate Culture Gabfest is my absolute favourite podcast - when I discovered it, back in 2012, I wasted many hours of the next few weeks listening to dozens of back episodes. Great hosts, great topics, great conversations - if you're into culture/society/arts/media you need to give it a listen!
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If you are someone who is more excited about queer or POC or international or working-class perspectives, this podcast is not for you. In one episode a few years they talked about their make-up, and Dana said, if we made room for someone else, a person of color, who would go? Don’t feel bad if it’s not for you. Think of the target reader of the New Yorker and Paris Review. And finally, Dana shares the group's final comfort pick, Days of Heaven.Working: How Kurt Andersen Succeeds in So Many Creative FieldsThis week, host June Thomas talks to novelist, journalist, editor, and radio host Kurt Andersen, who talks about the curiosity and drive that has fueled so many of his creative pursuits. Which is why we can cackle like dirty aunties at filthy innuendos but also relish the pure PG-13 sweetness of a show like Sweet Magnolias. You're not a Stitcher Premium subscriber yet. In the interview, Michael talks about his early songwriting attempts and the gradual process of turning a monologue about his experiences as a young, Black gay man into a one-man show and then turning that one-man show into a “proper musical.” I used to adore this podcast, recommend it others, even joined the FB group (but probably never posted anything..), but all that is to say I was once enthusiastic. Next, they bring on Jesse David Fox, Vulture writer and host of the Good One podcast, to talk about the state of comedy today. Donât forget to send us your drabbles by emailing thirstaidkit@slate.com.The easiest way to listen to podcasts on your iPhone, iPad, Android, PC, smart speaker â and even in your car. Which is why we can cackle like dirty aunties at filthy innuendos but also relish the pure PG-13 sweetness of a show like Sweet Magnolias. *Stefon from SNL voice* This show has everything: the long term female friendship of Helen, Maddie, and Dana Sue PLUS smouldering looks between exes; the exploration of something new after a drought; on-off entanglements that cancel out good judgment; all wrapped in a SFW picnic basket of subtle, Southern thirst-language and behaviour. Back when there were fewer podcasts with POC or even magazines and papers regularly publishing POC, this podcast made more sense. Which is why we can cackle like dirty aunties at filthy innuendos but also relish the pure PG-13 sweetness of a show like Sweet Magnolias. TK breaks down her love for Sampha and Niecy Nash, but she didnât have to do much to convince us to feel the same way. As usual, you can follow us on Twitter @ThirstAidKit. It’s them. )Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank.Research and show notes by Bridgette Dunlap. Slate's Culture Gabfest has it covered.Thirst is a broad churchâdid you know that? The email address for the Political Gabfest is gabfest@slate.com.