Are soap operas underrated in TV history?

In this classic installment of SMNTY fiction, we spin a modern fairy tale of heartbreak and the ghost of memories after a haunting loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

In the 2021 animated film Encanto, Mirabel Madrigal won over hearts with her optimism, determination and empathy. We do talk about Mirabel, how she comes into her own and representation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today, soap is ubiquitous. It comes in thousands of forms, brands, and varieties -- but this wasn't always the case. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max explore the theoretical origin story of soap, and how humanity eventually decided (after a few stops and starts) to literally ...  Show more

Can You Enjoy Reality TV as a Feminist?This episode, we explore reality TV through both a media-savvy and feminist lens. From bingeing “Love is Blind” to analyzing the gender politics of “The Bachelor,” we talk about why reality shows are more than just entertainment—they’re comp ...  Show more

Our sexy primetime soap takes a sudden and shocking turn! Just as 'Melrose Place' was doubling down on the cheating, the scheming, the bed hopping, and the bitchy bosses...here comes a sobering and important episode that still resonates decades later. Daphne, Laura, and Courtney ...  Show more

Netflix and Chill? Hulu & Hang? Television & Take Out? Amazon Prime & Bedtime?Maddie and Kenzie are sharing with you their must see TV. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.