The Academy Awards presents a show, post-slap, that is indistinguishable from pre. We're expected to interpret what happened as a part of Smith's hero's journey. Plus Professor Aditi Paul researched if college students actually like hooking up, and if the women liked it as much as the men. Spoiler: They Didn't but just by a little. Produced by Joel Patterso ... Show More
Apr 28
Ted Dintersmith: The Life-Changing Math Schools Ignore
Today on the Gist, examining the confusing details and conspiracy theories surrounding the recent Washington press corps assailant. Then, Ted Dintersmith joins to discuss his book, Aftermath: The Life-Changing Math That Schools Won't Teach You. He explains why schools are stuck t ... Show More
43m 43s
Apr 27
Richard Lapper: Why Lula Didn't Become a Chavista
Today on the Gist, reflecting on the president's black tie press conference remarks about accepting political violence, and why our media ecosystem consistently selects for radical sentiment over the sensible. Then, Richard Lapper, former Latin American editor for the Financial T ... Show More
38m 39s
Aug 2025
Do These Writers Deserve As Much Praise As They Get?
While movies are a directors' medium, screenplays are the wellspring of inspiration for all involved in the making of a film. Oftentimes, screenwriters don't receive the recognition they deserve, whereas some are truly overrated. So today, I'll be discussing a list of screenwrite ... Show More
12m 32s
Feb 2025
Actors Who've Never Been Nominated For An Oscar, But Should Win
The standard line for awards season goes: "It's an honor just to be nominated." But when it comes to the Oscars, there's quite a long list of great performers who have never received this honor. Today, we're talking about some of our favorites who should have at least one Oscar o ... Show More
22m 40s
Jan 2025
2025 Oscar Nominations
This year's Oscar nominations are out, and if you liked Emilia Pérez, Anora, Wicked, The Brutalist, and A Complete Unknown, then you're in luck. As always, there's an eclectic mix of heavy favorites, left-field surprises, and the dreaded snubs. We give a broad sense of this year' ... Show More
26m 20s
Feb 2025
The messiest Oscars category
The Seed of the Sacred Fig was (secretly) shot in Iran with Iranian actors and an Iranian director. But it’s Germany’s submission for Best International Film.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick B ... Show More
26m 7s