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For years we were told marijuana was harmless — even healthy. Now the New York Times is walking it back, admitting legalization brought real consequences. From rising psychosis rates to high-THC strains and my own family’s experience with schizophrenia, it’s time to have an hones ...  Show more

Bad Bunny headlined the NFL halftime show entirely in Spanish, sparking instant backlash. In response, Turning Point USA streamed an alternative show featuring Kid Rock — and the internet is now split over which performance better reflected conservative and traditional values. Jo ...  Show more

Jussie Smollett attack case takes shocking turn with the Empire star now accused of staging the attack. Messiest Oscar season ever: Academy makes decision to cut award categories given out on telecast then quickly reverses course following swift backlash from Hollywood industry. ...  Show more

Matt is joined by Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and Max content, to talk about the shifting strategies of the HBO and Max brand under the new leadership of David Zaslav and Warner Bros. Discovery, the challenges of being a “something for everybody” service, why they are no ...  Show more

Today on the pod we chat with Director Craig Zobel whose credits include HBO show Mare of Easttown, Z for Zachariah, and Compliance. He shares details on how he came to direct for HBO, chats philosophy of lenses, and gives a different perspective on how being an AD has helped ...

It's Oscars season! The Cine-Files hosts John Rocha and Steve Morris continue their exploration of the 2024 Best Picture nominees in their Oscars Best Picture Series with this conversation and review of ANORA. This Sean Baker written and directed film was nominated for 6 Oscars a ...  Show more