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The Long Lunch

Annie and Jess are two chronically online friends who are here to help other elder millenials unpack pop culture and the ~ zeitgeist ~

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  1. 31

    Ep 31: The one with tech difficulties

    On this episode (when we got the recording to work) - Labubus (no thanks) - Coldplay and Astronomer Affair Gate - Jess reviews Dangerous Animals - Recounting Triple J's Hottest 100 - TV Talk covers Lena Dunham's new Netflix series Too Much - Trish Paytas: the modern day Nostradamus? - Celebrity art (why?) - Dating news: Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau!?!? Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas??!? Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson!?!? - Sydney Sweeney and THAT American Eagle ad Come join the party by emailing [email protected] and/or following us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  2. 30

    Ep 30: Unhinged and off the rails

    On this episode: - Jess starts us off strong with a surprise theory about Domnhall Gleeson - Annie finally finished Severance! - Sydney Film Festival roundup - Sabrina Carpenter's album cover has started some discourse - Segment by request: Tony Awards and theatre chat! - Hugh vs Deb - Jeremy Allen White cosplays Bruce Springsteen and how to make music biopics great again If you have a subject you'd like us to yap about, email [email protected] or slide into our DMs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  3. 29

    Ep 29: No Body, No Crime, right ladies?

    On this episode: - TV Talk dives into The Rehearsal, Severance and Andor - Met Gala recap - Lorde's back! - gooped and gagged by Walton Goggins - we discuss what Ozempic has done to our pop girlies - Lea Michelle can't read! - Conclave irl, in which Jess doesn't know what the Pope's actual job is Thoughts, feelings, concerns and feedback can be sent to [email protected] or on https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  4. 28

    Ep 28: Ear Holes and the Recessionopolyse

    On this episode: - what music we're currently playing on repeat - Gwyneth Paltrow is back on carbs and cheese and various other recession indicators - Katy Perry went to space and YOU didn't - Pope has died, Conclave hive rise up - George Santos has been charged and is going to prison - TV Talk....we finally get around to the White Lotus finally. Whew. As always, if you'd like to join in the discussion, email us at [email protected] or head to our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod/

  5. 27

    Ep 27: The Zoomers have had IT!

    This week, Jess has gone viral - in a good way! TV Talk returns with Severance chat and MAJOR White Lotus spoilers - avoid 9-22mins if you haven't watched episode 5. We also discuss Mickey 17 and the return of Robert Pattinson to the big screen, plus Sabrina Carpenter has got the zoomers mad. Finally, we try and figure out who Gabby Windey is - let us know if we managed it by following us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod or email us [email protected]

  6. 26

    Ep 26: Commerce vs Art, Art vs Science

    This episode comes hot on the heels of the Academy Awards and BOY do we have some thoughts on it! We also chat White Lotus (minor spoilers ahead) and Apple Cider Vinegar in a new segment we're calling TV Talk (or not, still workshopping). Finally, Annie gives us her review of Kylie's Tension Tour in Aus - a 5 star experience, much like this podcast. If you disagree, email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod/

  7. 25

    Ep 25: Chaotic Energy

    Well. That two parter did not go to plan and neither did this episode. - Nosferatu! - Emilia Perez - Babygirl (basically movie chat for 70% of this ep) - Grammys roundup - MONTOYA POR FAVOR - Our attempt to answer what a skibidi toilet is which...we still don't know Promise our next episode will be normal programming - if not, send us complaints via insta https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod or email [email protected]

  8. 24

    Ep 24: There is simply too much content pt 1

    We had much to discuss since the last ep so you lucky ducks are getting a two parter! - Fingers crossed, the last lookalike comp update - Sabrina and Barry are done (for good?) - Spotify wrapped - Netflix Christmas films Merry Gentlemen and Hot Frosty (only one was certified fresh by us tho) - Golden Globes nominations Whew. In the meantime, email us [email protected] or follow us https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  9. 23

    Ep 23: Populaaar, we're going to be pop-u-LAR

    Yes, we're holding space for Wicked discourse. But if that's not your thing, we have yet another lookalike contest update (wk 3!!!), Kourtney Kardashian and Bieber TikTok rumours and Rebel Wilson's latest saga which has really thrown us. Let us know what muppet you'd like to see as Glinda and Elphaba at [email protected] or https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  10. 22

    Ep 22: What the hell, sure

    In a wild turn of events, there's been a slew of lookalike comps around the world which we 8simply had to cover, plus an update on People's Sexiest Man 2024. We also discuss Nicole Scherzinger and the importance of celebs going offline, the Grammy nominations and finally, the resurgence and revisionism of Girls (HBO) Tell us what lookalike comp you'd like to see happen next via the mediuam of email [email protected] or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  11. 21

    Ep 21: I'm a mouse, duh

    In the battle between gay Halloween and celeb Halloween, we proclaim the former victorious. We also chat Gladiator 2 and Wicked Sydney premieres, the teasing of People's Sexiest list, Timothee Chalamet turning up to his own lookalike contest and finally, the rebranding of Rebecca Black and Addison Rae. Send your nominations for sexiest musician to [email protected] or chuck us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  12. 20

    Ep 20: In the clerb, we all brat

    We discuss the body horror in The Substance and the Victoria's Secret fashion show. Only one contains Demi Moore in a mustard coat though. We also chat about those club classics, club club classics with the brat remix album, Charli XCX playing Laneway and ushering a potential indie sleaze revival. Plus Annie's thoughts on Olivia Rodrigo's Guts World Tour If you'd like us to make any predictions about future revivals, email [email protected] and/or follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod

  13. 19

    Ep 19: A Flair for the Dramatics

    Hiatus over, we cast our minds back a few weeks ago to discuss highlights from the VMAs and Emmys, our thoughts on Megalopolis and It Ends With Us plus, what is behind the Dakota Fanning-aissance. Oh yeah, and a little appearance of the queen known as MOO DENG! If you'd like to tell us your top 5 Coppolas, email [email protected] And follow us on Insta here https://www.instagram.com/thelonglunchpod/

  14. 18

    Ep 18: Gab City, Gab, Gab, Gab City B*tch

    Smell that? Smells like the start of AWARDS SEASON! We chat Venice, Toronto and Telluride film festivals and what 's making noise so far. Plus, Sabrina Carpenter's Short n Sweet album is here and with that, rumours of of a split and distant memories of Shawn Mendes. Finally, we chat about the modern renaissance woman, Trish Paytas Feedback: [email protected]

  15. 17

    Ep 17: Return of the Yap

    We're back from an extended hiatus for S2! With A LOT to cover, we discuss the new manifestations of Doja Cat, It Ends With Us drama, the rise and rise of Chappell Roan, JLo and Ben uncoupling and the enigmatic Ayo Edebiri. Feedback: [email protected]

  16. 16

    Ep 16: It's a Jack-Off!

    We unravel the Kennedy lore via the himbo TikTok prince Jack Schlossberg then take a detour to Taylor's bff and collaborator Jack Antonoff. Join the chaos! (neutral good) Feedback: [email protected]

  17. 15

    Ep 15: Remember when we first MET?

    The Met Gala sucks us into its beautiful, awkward black hole - in between, we have a me espresso, try to figure out the Drake/Kendrick beef, what Anne Hathaway is doing in a Harry Styles fanfic and a spoiler heavy discussion on Baby Reindeer. Feedback: [email protected]

  18. 14

    Ep 14: The Tortured Long Lunch Department

    We discuss the big news of the week - Taylor Swift's new double album The Tortured Poets Department, roundup Coachella and find out why Sydney Sweeney is *that* girlie Feedback and concerns: [email protected]

  19. 13

    Ep 13: JoJo Siwa's Karmic Rebranding

    In this episode, we discuss The New Look and Chanel films, the backlash to Back to Black, OJ Simpson's death and breakdown tween pop sensation JoJo Siwa's brand new dark mature bad girl relaunch with her single 'Karma'. Join us! Email: [email protected]

  20. 12

    Ep 12: Pop Culture Pre-Masticated!

    YEEHAW SZN IS HERE! We talk Cowboy Carter (as much as we can!), Lizzo quitting...something and the phenomenon of tradwives Email: [email protected]

  21. 11

    Ep 11: Her web connects us all!

    Annie takes Jess through the Oscars (briefly), then onto the latest KATEWATCH update and understanding the enigma that is Dakota Johnson. Email: [email protected]

  22. 10

    Ep 10: The Kate Middleton Immersive Experience

    It's been a big week for the chronically online, so Jess and Annie break down the Glasgow Willy Wonka debacle and try to solve the mystery of Kate's whereabouts. Plus, Annie's thoughts on the JLo doco! Email: [email protected]

  23. 9

    Ep 9: She's in her mess era

    Annie reviews and reflects The Eras Tour N1 in Sydney and tries to explain Tate McRae to Jess. Feedback? Comments? Email [email protected]

  24. 8

    Ep 8: C'est deux moi et toi

    Jess and Annie talk JLo's movie musical EXTRAVAGANZA and then deep dive into the enigma that is Deux Moi Got feedback? Email [email protected]

  25. 7

    Ep 7: Chalaheeeeeyyyy

    Breakding down the Grammy's, Jacob Elordi vs Kyle and Jackie O and Annie explains the allure of Timothee Chalamet to Jess. Oh and WE HAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS NOW! Send your feedback, comments etc to [email protected]

  26. 6

    Ep 6: Haunted Little Freak Men

    Jess and Annie go deep on Kieran Culkin! But not before lots of preamble - skip to 17mins if you want to go straight to the Chaos Goblin chat :)

  27. 5

    Ep 5: yes, and? And? AND?!?!?!

    Jess and Annie discuss J.Lo's trailer for her visual musical odyssey passion project 'This Is Me...Now', her kryptonite Mariah Carey and dive deep into the life and loves of Ariana Grande.

  28. 4

    Ep 4: These Globes are so...Golden

    Jess and Annie take a deep dive into the Golden Globes 2024.

  29. 3

    Ep 3: Yes Chef!

    Jess and Annie discuss the trajectory of JAW aka Jeremy Allen White with many tangents along the way

  30. 2

    Ep 2: Oh George!

    In this ep, Jess and Annie discuss two great scams: The Golden Globes and George Santos

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    Ep 1: The Salt, It Burns

    Pilot ep, please be kind! Big Saltburn spoilers

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Annie and Jess are two chronically online friends who are here to help other elder millenials unpack pop culture and the ~ zeitgeist ~

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