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Uncultured Twenties
by Uncultured Twenties
You're tired of hearing it: "you've NEVER seen that?" and "you HAVE to listen to it!" Enough is enough! Time for us to educate ourselves on media considered 'classic' in pop culture. Join us on this journey as we go over our initial impressions, why we think it's made its way into the canon, and decide: is it worth the hype? Film bros beware - Lian and Julia are here with our honest, biased, opinions.
Episodes
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"The Odyssey"
From sirens to cyclops to the Trojan horse, the Greek tale of Odysseus’ journey home has become legendary. 2000 years later, and it is still getting retold. The Odyssey (2026) by famed director Christopher Nolan is one of the most discussed films of the week (and year!). Breaking records, this…
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"RuPaul's Drag Race" ft. Maya Pinion
HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! RuPaul's Drag Race is more than just a show, it is an EMPIRE. With more than 18 seasons, 16 international versions, additional spin-offs, and several albums; Drag culture has been brought to the mainstream. Follow Maya: @theonly.opinion Keep up with Uncultured Twenties:...
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"Tracy Chapman"
Simple instrumentation and a powerful voice. Tracy Chapman’s 1988 debut album exploded on the scene when she appeared at Nelson Mandela’s 70th birthday tribute concert, quickly gaining critical acclaim and breaking records. Informed by her childhood in Ohio as a working-class Black lesbian, this...
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"Elf"
🎁🎄Merry Christmas! Our present to you: ELF 🍬🍫🍝 Directed by John Favreau in 2003, this Christmas comedy stars Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel along with many other notable cameos. From a stellar soundtrack to many quotable moments, it is viewed as holiday fun for the whole family. Will Lian...
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"The Birds"
We're keeping spooky season going with 1963 thriller, The Birds. Directed by the "master of suspense" Alfred Hitchcock, this film is an early look into man vs beast: the clash between humans and the natural world. As this rift has gotten wider, does the film become all the more relatable? In this...
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"Labyrinth"
Don't get lost, find your way through Labyrinth with the help of Uncultured Twenties! The 1986 fantasy film is an autumnal watch, with it's longevity resting on the thoughtful character design and nostalgic vibe created by Jim Henson of The Muppets. Full of references to classical literature,...
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"Rumours"
The rumours are true...Uncultured Twenties is back! In this series opener, Lian and Julia discuss the heart-breakingly honest album Rumours by Fleetwood Mac. Go into any analog fanatic's collection, and you'll be sure to find this vinyl from 1977. From being inducted to the Grammy Hall of Fame to...
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"Moulin Rouge!"
Moulin Rouge! is an unexpected take on the stage, contrasting modern cinematic techniques and song compilations against Paris in the turn of the century. With references to Madonna, La bohème, Orpheus and Eurydice, Moulin Rouge! led the way for early aughts musicals. It's inspired Mr. Brightside,...
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"Brown Sugar" ft. Kay-B
Brown Sugar has everything a classic rom-com needs: friends to lovers, slow burn, miscommunication and a wedding mishap! Think 13 Going On 30 meets Love & Basketball. The cast is full heavy hitters and recognizable faces, while giving us tons of laughs. It's a lovely portrayal of Black love on...
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"BRAT"
It’s truly been a brat summer…we were too busy this weekend being it girlz to upload! it’s been awe-spiring to watch this cultural movement happen in real time, and we just had to break it down. From Y2K references to diss tracks to love songs, BRAT encapsulates Charli xcx’s iconic career as a...
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The Rose ft. Brenessa Roach
Korean pop has become an international phenomenon through groups like BTS, Blackpink and TWICE. The genre has crossed cultural and language barriers through impressive social media presence and online fan culture. However, this isn't all Korea has to offer. Behind The Beat's Brenessa Roach is…
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"Archie Comics" and "Riverdale"
Over the past 80 years, Archie Comics have shaped comics as we know them today. They have garnered awards, memorabilia and collaborations with their iconic characters...particularly the Archie/Betty/Veronica love triangle. Though the story and it's spinoffs have been adapted for television…
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"Be The Cowboy" ft. Karen K. Tran
What does Be The Cowboy mean? To our guest Karen K. Tran, it means embodying the confident spirit of a man and owning a room. Rebuking stereotypes and fetishism. Mitski's Grammy-nominated album was Pitchfork's top album of 2018. Her music is emotion driven and cinematic, informed by her…
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"Christmas Island"
In this episode we get a little peek into Julia's personal lore, and Lian's grudge against The Mod Club. AJJ (Formerly known as Andrew Jackson Jihad) is a band that is known for wordy lyrics, exciting instrumentation and transcending genre. "Christmas Island" is the fifth studio album in their 20...
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"Doctor Who" ft. Who's There
A time travelling alien who changes faces and travels the stars. Creatures made out of living plastic. Mischief-causing goblins. This British TV series is an INSTITUTION! At over 60 years old, Doctor Who has been listed in Guinness World Records as the longest running science-fiction series in…
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"Twilight"
No one can deny that Twilight has had a major cultural impact. From tattoos to dolls to museums to parody films, the book turned film series is multi-billion dollar industry that is still active today. In this series opener, Lian and Julia indulge in their Twihard roots while examining the...
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TIFF 2023 Wrap Up
This special edition festival season has come to an end! We take you through some of the films that we haven’t covered yet, the best rated films of the festival, and our personal favourites. Thank you for taking this journey with us - send us recommendations for what you think we should cover…
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"All The Light We Cannot See"
In anticipation of tomorrow’s release, we present a double feature! This episode covers the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doer and Shawn Levy’s upcoming Netflix mini-series adaptation. This WWII historical fiction follows a blind French girl fleeing the…
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"The Rocky Horror Picture Show"
Happy Halloween! We're doing the time warp and uploading something scary: our FIRST EVER recorded episode! RHPS is a definition cult classic. Hated by the mainstream, but adopted by the fringe. It's been parodied and referenced by Glee, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, That '70s Show, The…
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"Frybread Face and Me" ft. Billy Luther
It's 1990 and all Benny wants is to see Fleetwood Mac in concert with his mom. Instead, he gets shipped off to his grandma's for the summer. On the Navajo reservation all he can do is watch Starman and play with his action figures, until his cousin Dawn shows up and opens his world.…
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"Stop Making Sense"
This ain't no party, this ain't no disco, this is a podcast! We recount The Talking Heads’ classic concert movie. Originally directed by Jonathan Demme in 1983, the 4K restoration premiered at TIFF with a live Q&A hosted by Spike Lee. The new wave band made 4 albums in 4 years, though their time...
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"Summer Qamp" ft. Jen Markowitz
QUEER JOY! QUEER JOY! Director Jen Markowitz takes us behind the scenes of Camp fYrefly, a summer retreat for LGBTQ2S+ youth in Alberta. They explain the importance behind making queer history concrete, positive queer role models and queer filmmakers of the '90s. This season we’re bringing you...
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Women of TIFF
This season we’re bringing you background access to the Toronto International Film Festival. Put your earbuds in and listen to exclusive interviews, early viewings and ones to watch as we dissect the future of film. Too often have women's stories gone unbelieved, and female directors such as…
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"Telephone"
In one of the most ambitious music videos of all time, two of the most influential female artists of the 21st century did not come to play. This collaboration between Lady Gaga and Beyoncé has left us begging for more...and actually coming to appreciate Tarantino's aesthetic? Wow. Their power!...
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"Dirty Dancing" ft. Jenna Benchetrit
You've heard your mom crying to '(I've Had) The Time of My Life', or seen this poster in a dance studio. Entertainment writer and '80s lover Jenna Benchetrit joins us today as we examine how progressive Dirty Dancing truly was for it's time. In this episode we talk about steamy montages, daddy...
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"Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse"
With the explosion of multi-verse films in the past decade, it's hard for one to feel fresh and inspired. Marvel's highly regarded 2018 adaptation of Spider-Man manages to do so with a masterful mix of artistry, heart and humour. Listed on the Writers Guild of America's 101 Greatest Screenplays…
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"Pulp Fiction"
It's a big one this week: controversial filmmaker/foot fetishist Quentin Tarantino's pride and joy. Pulp Fiction is a film that we had in mind when starting the podcast, and a halloween costume classic. It's won multiple awards and is definitely part of the cannon (whether we like it or not).…
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"Brand New Eyes"
FIELD TRIP EPISODE! Uncultured Twenties went to see Paramore, and lived to tell the tale. From up in the nosebleeds, we bring you background information on Paramore's junior album. Written during a tumultuous time in the band, Brand New Eyes documents their struggles with relationships and...
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"Bojack Horseman" (S4E6) ft. Amanda Ann-Min Wong
Uncultured Twenties tackles their first TV show with the help of the multi-talented Amanda Ann-Min Wong! Self depreciation is at an all time high as we analyze the cycles of familial trauma, ruminating thoughts and the beauty of a 20 minute long show. Focusing on the episode "Stupid Piece of…
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"Roman Holiday"
In this episode we're taking it way back to 1953! Ancient, we know. Selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant," William Wyler's Roman Holiday stars Audrey Hepburn and Gregory...
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"ANTI" ft. Liv Chug
In this episode, Lian and Julia cover the last studio album released by Barbados National Hero Robyn Rihanna Fenty before her mysterious disappearance from the music world. Special guest and Rihanna defender Liv Chug joins us as we break down ANTI and explore the multiple genres, unexpected…
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"The Mummy"
Don't call it a comeback, call it the Brennaisance! Canadian cutie Brendan Fraser has been the talk of TIFF with his new film The Whale, so Lian and Julia visit his starring role in The Mummy. This romance/action/horror has been the cause of countless bisexual awakenings and CGI advancement. If…
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"Castle in the Sky"
While not the most famous, Castle in the Sky is the first in a long line of dreamy Studio Ghibli films. You'll find once you start watching their films, you'l never stop. Lian and Julia chat about visiting Ghibli Park, eating Ponyo's ramen and yearning for the mines. If you love films like The…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
You're tired of hearing it: "you've NEVER seen that?" and "you HAVE to listen to it!" Enough is enough! Time for us to educate ourselves on media considered 'classic' in pop culture. Join us on this journey as we go over our initial impressions, why we think it's made its way into the canon, and decide: is it worth the hype? Film bros beware - Lian and Julia are here with our honest, biased, opinions.
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You're tired of hearing it: "you've NEVER seen that?" and "you HAVE to listen to it!" Enough is enough! Time for us to educate ourselves on media considered 'classic' in pop culture. Join us on this journey as we go over our initial impressions, why we think it's made its way into the canon, and...
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