We deal with the fallout of Richard and Marina’s debate over who and what is ‘cool’ with a third voice joining the conversation… but whose side are they on?
Movies are full of clichés, Marina shares her dramatic pet peeves. Richard explains the politics of hosting awards ceremonies from seating plans to scripting nominee announcements.
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Nov 2025
Edgar Wright on THE RUNNING MAN
Some exciting news—The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and video ... Show More
1h 21m
Sep 2025
HONEY, DON’T: a film title that reviews itself? + Sam Riley on ISLANDS
Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recomm ... Show More
1h 10m
Apr 2022
73. Why Will Smith Ruined The Oscars FOREVER, Cal The Dragon Cuts Out Simple Simon & Your CONSPIRACY THEORIES Discussed!
The Fellas are back to discuss one of the biggest celebrity scandals of the decade... Will Smith SLAPPING Chris Rock! Cal The Dragon is also beefing his best friends but is it for best? You asked and we listened, the lads discuss some of your favourite conspiracy theories! Let us ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2023
Ally Is an Ally (with Dylan Hafer)
<p>Hot on the heels of the just-announced AG Live: A Scandoval Spritz, Sarah realizes there's only one person whose presence she requires to unpack a shocking ep of VPR (and shockingly exciting season of NJ) - her live show cohost, and Bravo bestie, Dylan Hafer (senior content ma ... Show More
1h 16m