What do you get when you mix a family science scholar and a media researcher? Deep dives into the human and technical elements of film and television, silly! Join Ebony and Vern as they (lovingly) beat your favorite media to death with a microscope and interrupt the programming we all receive from the mythology of our modern era. But like, relatably! As academics we know that knowledge can be gatekept by its makers, and we want to take higher learning to more accessible places. We believe media literacy is not only a right but a responsibility and that people who are knowledgeable about family and relationship dynamics can be better friends, partners, neighbors, members of a society. We chose to use the most accessible texts in our culture (movies/tv) and empower people to become better versions of themselves.
Ebony Williams and Vern Cooper analyze 'Tucker and Dale vs Evil', dissecting its comedic horror to reveal how miscommunication and subverted tropes highlight issues of race and class.
5 Jun 2025
Tucker & Dale vs Evil Review: Part 1
Hosts Ebony and Vern analyze the movie *Tucker and Dale vs. Evil*, examining its mix of comedy and horror while unpacking themes of identity, perception, and miscommunication.
5 Jun 2025
Decoding "Sinners", pt 2.
Vern Cooper and Ebony Williams analyze the film 'Sinners,' dissecting its portrayal of colonialism, spirituality, and music's cultural significance, revealing coping mechanisms and moral complexities within historical contexts in this interview.
29 May 2025
The Last of Us s2 Finale: Wherever you go, there you are
Hosts Vern and Ebony analyze The Last of Us season finale, dissecting character dynamics, moral quandaries, and the repercussions of Ellie's actions, highlighting parenthood and cyclical violence in this episode.
25 May 2025
Decoding "Sinners": A Deep Dive into Ryan Coogler's Latest Film (Part 1)
Vern Cooper and Ebony Williams analyze Ryan Coogler's film *Sinners*, dissecting its exploration of representation, music, colonialism, and identity, revealing the film's rich cultural narratives.
22 May 2025
TLOU2e6: Manful Tears of Pedro Pascal (appreciative)
Hosts Vern and Ebony analyze the emotional depth of Joel and Ellie's relationship in 'The Last of Us,' examining generational trauma and the challenges of parenting in a post-apocalyptic setting.
15 May 2025
TLOU2e5: What will Ellie choose and where the F*ck is Shimmer
Hosts Vern Cooper and Ebony Williams dissect the character dynamics and moral quandaries within 'The Last of Us', examining trauma's impact and the repercussions of violent choices.
10 May 2025
The White Iron Barb 3: The Barbenclaw
Hosts Vern and Ebony analyze the films "Barbie" and "Iron Claw," examining themes of masculinity, patriarchy, and media representation, revealing the impact of these narratives on identity and societal norms.
8 May 2025
TLOU2e4: Ebony is Psychic!!
Hosts Ebony and Vern analyze episode four of 'The Last of Us,' dissecting psychic predictions, character dynamics, horror elements, and the complexities of relationships in this interview episode.
2 May 2025
TLOU2e3: The Who What When Wherewolves of Seattle
Vern Cooper and Ebony Williams analyze The Last of Us Season Two, dissecting character relationships, fan reactions, and the narrative's exploration of morality and agency in an interview.
26 Apr 2025
The White Iron Barb: Remember Barbie? Feel old yet? We do!
Vern and Ebony analyze the Barbie movie, dissecting its cultural impact, representation of gender roles, and exploration of identity, offering a fresh perspective on its themes.
24 Apr 2025
WItP: The Last of Us is back! s2e1 review
Hosts Vern and Ebony analyze the season two premiere of 'The Last of Us,' dissecting character arcs, moral complexities, and the impact of trauma within the post-apocalyptic narrative; this is a review episode.
24 Apr 2025
TLOU2 Episode 2: Abby the Vengeful
Ebony Williams and Vern delve into Season Two of The Last of Us, dissecting character arcs, violence, and grief, while highlighting the importance of community, in this interview episode.
19 Apr 2025
From The Vault: TLOU Intervention
The hosts revisit their past enthusiasm for "The Last Of Us," offering insights into why the series resonated with them before their current review episodes.
4 Jul 2024
WItPod: Existential Television
Hosts Ebony and Vern explore the complicated relationship people have with media consumption, encouraging listeners to critically engage with the content they enjoy in this episode.
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