Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Matinée with Maria & Julia
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| Holes (with Kwame Appiah-Kubi) | 28 May 2024 | 01:07:20 | |
No new podcasts to listen to? We can fix that.... This week, Maria & Julia sit down with pal of the pod Kwame Appiah-Kubi to discuss Louis Sachar's classic book to film adaptation of Holes (2003)! We talk generational trauma, onions, and the magic of a good cast. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! | |||
| One Hundred and One Dalmatians (with Alex Lane) | 19 Dec 2023 | 01:06:18 | |
woof woof! This week, Maria & Julia sit down with film aficionado Alex Lane to chat about the 1961 classic animated film One Hundred & One Dalmatians! We discuss driving anxieties, the fascinating technological developments behind the film, Walt Disney being a DICK, and we ponder - would dalmatian's even make a good fur coat?
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| Switching Goals | 05 Sep 2023 | 01:07:19 | |
Hi! Sorry it's been so long! It's just Maria and Julia this week, so we sit down to discuss a formative fave of Julia's - Mary-Kate & Ashley masterpiece, Switching Goals (1999)! We talk through through the famous twins' "acting" trajectory, Maria's fashion journey, and the gender binary. Highlights include the onscreen divorce WAITING to happen, Michael Cera's first cinematic cameo, and the girly vs. sporty dichotomy. | |||
| A Series of Unfortunate Events (with Artemis Sartzetaki) | 19 May 2023 | 01:10:34 | |
It's a family affair today as Maria's youngest sister, artist Artemis Sartzetaki joins us to discuss the OG film adaptation of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004). We cover all the unfortunate and less unfortunate parts: the stacked cast (guess who Julia has served ice cream to?), the importance of listening to children, overcoming adversity, and the word UNFORTUNATE itself. | |||
| A Knight's Tale (with Adam Chong) | 04 Apr 2023 | 01:13:03 | |
Listen up, peasants! | |||
| The Mummy (with Devin O'Brien) | 25 Jan 2023 | 01:17:51 | |
This week, Maria's pal Devin O'Brien joins us as "adventurers" in ancient Egypt! We discuss all things The Mummy (1999): the incredibly hot cast, Rachel Weisz's eyebrows, the eroticism of sand, and locusts on set. | |||
| Spaceballs (with Jess Crupi) | 13 Dec 2022 | 01:05:24 | |
This week, Jess Crupi joins us for a wild ride through the galaxy as we discuss Spaceballs (1987)! We chat about forcing your Nonna to act in your films, the SCTV legacy, and learning as an adult that Dr Evil was *also* played by Mike Meyers. | |||
| The Parent Trap (with Bronte Jovevski) | 18 Oct 2022 | 01:37:05 | |
All aboard the Queen Elizabeth II - get ready to fall in love! And then divorce! And then keep your twin daughters apart for 11 years! | |||
| Step Up (with Anastasia Sartzetaki) | 06 Sep 2022 | 01:00:10 | |
ah, the two genders - classical and hiphop! join us for today's exploration of dance, music, and romance as Maria's sister Anastasia joins us once again to discuss Step Up (2006). We cover everything from white privilege to skinny scarves! this one will have ya poppin' and lockin' in your seat. | |||
| Twilight (with Miranda Day) | 07 Jun 2022 | 01:18:44 | |
Put on your best floor-length khaki skirt and turn up the Clair de Lune - it's Twilight time on Matinée! This week, Julia's dear friend Miranda Day joins us to discuss the polarizing vampire romance flick Twilight (2008). We dig into the movie's legacy as a meme, the shockingly boring #vampirelifestyle portrayed, and of course, the fascinating mind behind it all - Stephenie Meyer. | |||
| My Big Fat Greek Wedding (with Selby Nixon) | 26 Apr 2022 | 01:01:31 | |
Opa!! Returning favourite Selby Nixon (@selbeast) joins us to discuss a shared favourite film - My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002). Grab some ouzo and join us for a lively dissection of Greek/Canadian Culture - we'll learn some Greek etymology and quote some Andrea Martin. Selby, Maria & Julia also discuss the film's unconventional romcom structure, Nia Vardalos's box office success, and the power of being in charge of your own makeover. | |||
| My Girl (with Schaé Dunston) | 22 Feb 2022 | 01:36:31 | |
This week, rising social media sensation Schaé Dunston joins Maria & Julia to discuss the 90s childhood classic My Girl (1991). We discuss the weird oversexualization of the film's lone kiss, how the film would change if Megan Thee Stallion were inserted into it, getting shipped off to Jamaica for being naughty, and of course, Maria's grandmother's allergy to condoms. | |||
| Death Proof | 11 Jan 2022 | 01:07:12 | |
It's just Maria and Jungle Julia this week, so we sit down to discuss an old fave of Maria's - Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof (2007). We talk through the film's GRINDHOUSE release as a double feature with Planet Terror, the MYSTERIOUS subtitle swap, the powerhouse that is Zoe Bell, and of course Quentin's love of inserting himself into every situation!!! Buckle your seatbelt (if you're not sitting on a rusty metal stool on the passenger's side) and listen up! | |||
| Divorce Movies (with Miranda Hassell of The Big D) | 07 Dec 2021 | 01:12:09 | |
CROSSOVER TIME! This week we're joined by Miranda Hassell, host of The Big D podcast, to delve into all things DIVORCE. We cover many sub-genres of divorce films in Hollywood, from Kramer Vs. Kramer (1979) to It's Complicated (2009). We eat, pray, and critique our way through the films that have influenced the dialogue around divorce for decades. That, and a Taye Diggs story. PLUS, find out: has Miranda gotten her Groove Back? | |||
| Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (with Joseph Nguyen) | 09 Nov 2021 | 01:10:41 | |
We back, baby, and we're throwing ourselves straight into the game. this week, chef Joseph Nguyen joins us to discuss Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004). We discuss the films cringe to laugh ratio (take a guess), Asian "representation" in early aughts comedies, how quoting stupid movies together helps strengthen friendships, and why Vince Vaughn's Peter is a certified Bland Man™. | |||
| Jennifer's Body (with Erin Masters) | 13 Jul 2021 | 01:46:34 | |
holy moly, can you believe we've done 50 episodes? To celebrate, we've got our first returning guest - law student Erin Masters - and a slight break from our usual format. | |||
| Broadcast News (with Kathie McKenna) | 29 Jun 2021 | 01:30:01 | |
it's a family affair this week, as Julia's mom - former radio producer and current visual researcher - Kathie McKenna joins us to discuss the James L. Brooks classic Broadcast News (1987). We discuss the value of a quick but powerful cry, the himbo vs. incel dynamic, and the ways in which the news media landscape has changed over the last 30 years. Is everything in the world biased? YES! Except for us, delivering the STRAIGHT FACTS through your headphones. thanks for listening! | |||
| Josie & the Pussycats (with Jane Campbell) | 15 Jun 2021 | 01:28:07 | |
Matinée means family. Matinée means seatbelts. And Tuesday means a new episode! | |||
| Aliens (with Sasha Kosovic) | 01 Jun 2021 | 01:12:42 | |
Game over, man! This week, we're joined by art department veteran Sasha Kosovic to discuss the film that's been stuck in his brain for 30 years: James Cameron's Aliens (1986).
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| Drop Dead Gorgeous (with Jennifer Lo) | 11 May 2021 | 01:03:53 | |
Practice your best Minnesota accent with us this week, as Jen Lo joins us to discuss the cult classic Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999). We dig in to the near-perfect small town specificity, all-star cast, and deep cringe of this incredible film. Other important topics discussed include: the film's critical failure, the rampant fatphobia of the 1990s, Kirsten Dunst's icon status, and hotels with the pool in the middle. | |||
| American Pie | 20 Apr 2021 | 01:08:58 | |
"This one time, at band camp, I listened to the best podcast ever!" | |||
| A Walk to Remember (with Christina Dao) | 06 Apr 2021 | 01:14:42 | |
Before you hit play, PROMISE you won't fall in love with us!! | |||
| The Virgin Suicides (with Mack Calistan) | 23 Mar 2021 | 01:25:22 | |
Have you photosynthesized your breakfast today? Either way, join us for a dreamy discussion with cinematographer Mack Calliston to discuss Sofia Coppola's debut feature, The Virgin Suicides (1999). Hours: 24/7/365. Languages: English, French 833-456-4566
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| Snatch (with Lisa Brodie) | 09 Mar 2021 | 01:19:43 | |
ELLO, LISTNAHS! This week, we're joined by VFX & animation producer Lisa Brodie to break down the Guy Ritchie diamond heist extravaganza Snatch (2000). | |||
| Nacho Libre (with Campbell Falconer) | 23 Feb 2021 | 01:24:53 | |
NEUVO EPISODIO! This week, we're joined by Cold Stone Shots co-host & wrestling aficionado, Campbell Falconer, to dissect the 2006 film Nacho Libre. We debate Jack Black's hotness, cringe at the cultural appropriation, and laugh at the absurdity of every minute of this silly but warm film. And we learn all about wrestling!! Grab some elote (mmm) and pop your headphones in. | |||
| Shrek (with Lindsay Trajkovich) | 09 Feb 2021 | 01:16:17 | |
WHAT ARE YA DOIN IN MY PODCAST?!! | |||
| Donnie Darko (with Sefi Sloman) | 26 Jan 2021 | 01:21:14 | |
This week, we're joined by Frank the Bunny stan Sefi Sloman to breakdown the creepy cult classic Donnie Darko (2001). | |||
| The Little Mermaid (with Jackie Johnson) | 12 Jan 2021 | 01:09:28 | |
oh hunny do we have an exciting ep today! Jackie Johnson, host of Julia's fave podcast, Natch Beaut, very graciously joins us to discuss one of her most formative films: The Little Mermaid (1989). We cover all the big questions: do merpeople have genitalia? How were people so chill about their five day relationship? And should Jackie be concerned about Julia's intimate knowledge of her own life? | |||
| Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (with Alex Blackwell) | 22 Dec 2020 | 01:44:33 | |
Waddup, trout sniffers? The holiday season is upon us & we're back with another episode. This week, we're joined by Julia's brother, graphic designer Alex Blackwell to discuss Home Alone 2: Lost In New York (1992). A Christmas classic, or an absolute waste of time? Guess which opinion was Julia's and which was Maria's.... | |||
| The 1 Year Anniversary Episode | 08 Dec 2020 | 01:18:34 | |
Sup, Matinerds! We've officially been putting out podcasts for ONE YEAR! To celebrate, we got some wine, we got some beer, and we answered your burning questions. Things get a little wacky, but it was a lot of fun. | |||
| Marie Antoinette (with Marie Anne Demestihas) | 24 Nov 2020 | 01:27:08 | |
Listen up, humble peasants! | |||
| Spice World (with Hannah Materne) | 10 Nov 2020 | 01:32:10 | |
zigazigahhhh! Join us this week as we take a trip down memory lane in our 6 inch high top boots. Artist & designer Hannah Materne (@kidincolour) joins us to discuss the girl pop spectacular, Spice World (1997). We excitedly discuss the power of female friendship, the wild celebrity cameos, alien groping, and the real stars of the film: the 5 PERFECTLY COLOURFUL flower chairs. | |||
| The Butterfly Effect (with Malek Robbana) | 27 Oct 2020 | 01:37:21 | |
This episode, we ask many big questions: If you could change the past, WOULD YOU? If you study psychology, do you need to have worms in your dorm room? Is it wrong to change somebody's future without their consent? ...and what does being a Scorpio Moon have to do with all this? | |||
| Legally Blonde (with Erin Lee) | 13 Oct 2020 | 01:25:32 | |
Are we on glue? Or is every line in this film quotable? | |||
| Mad Love (with Misty-Dawn MacMillan) | 22 Sep 2020 | 01:26:40 | |
You may not have seen this movie, but you're gonna wanna listen to this convo! | |||
| Balto (with Naomi Froese) | 08 Sep 2020 | 01:13:41 | |
This week, we're joined by Matinée's newest pal, musician Naomi Froese, to talk about their love of the cartoon classic Balto (1995). We discuss the ways in which the film breaks down binaries, showcases the beauty of a chosen family, and poses the question WHY WOULD ANYBODY LIVE IN ALASKA? What a sweet ride this movie is! | |||
| Life (with Dami Oyero) | 25 Aug 2020 | 01:27:46 | |
This week, we're joined by our fave IT guy, Dami Oyero, to discuss the Eddie Murphy & Martin Lawrence dramedy Life (1999). We discuss the prison-industrial complex, Nigerian tv programming after 9 PM, and the truly crazy way the film's director died... | |||
| Grease | 11 Aug 2020 | 01:12:03 | |
This week, we're covering the first movie that we BOTH hold dearly - Grease (1978)! Join us as as we discuss the importance of birth control, John Travolta's sticky lips, and of course Maria's turn as Sandy in the stage musical. | |||
| Drop Dead Fred (with Nina Outhwaite) | 28 Jul 2020 | 01:29:28 | |
This week, Nina Outhwaite joins us to discuss the extremely polarizing cult classic Drop Dead Fred (1991). Imaginary friends, river boats, horrible child psychologists.... this movie has it all. | |||
| Mr & Mrs Smith (with Steve Deku) | 14 Jul 2020 | 01:33:39 | |
This week, filmmaker and Mr & Mrs Smith EXPERT Steve Deku joins us to discuss the 2005 action romcom. We talk Brangelina (obviously), butts (oops), and the differences between the film's theatrical version vs. the director's cut (who knew?). | |||
| Kill Bill Vol. 1 (with Connor Taylor) | 30 Jun 2020 | 01:23:40 | |
This week, dear friend & OG Matinée fan Connor Taylor joins us to discuss Kill Bill Vol. 1 (2003). We grapple with our enjoyment of the film despite our hatred of Quentin Tarantino, Uma Thurman's traumatic onset experiences, and what would happen if gay samurais ruled the world. | |||
| Ferris Bueller's Day Off (with Nina Patterson) | 16 Jun 2020 | 01:28:33 | |
This week, we're joined by archivist & film buff Nina Patterson to discuss the John Hughes classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986). We cover some DARK behind-the-scenes trivia, Ferris & Sloane's open-mouth kissing, and how the main character embodies white male privilege. PLUS: bonus content from Rory, Maria's boyfriend, who explains his philosophical take on the film. art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum | |||
| Romy & Michele's High School Reunion | 09 Jun 2020 | 01:05:31 | |
This week, we're flying solo to discuss one of Julia's faves - Romy & Michele's High School Reunion (1997). We talk about everything ranging from Glee, Justin Theroux's pointy nose, and how Harvey Weinstein tried to ruin Mira Sorvino's career. | |||
| Oklahoma! (with Rebecca Nicholson) | 26 May 2020 | 01:23:20 | |
This week, Oklahoma! superfan Rebecca Nicholson joins us from Montreal to discuss this crazy musical from 1955. We ask the big questions: has Drake seen Oklahoma? Can cowboys and farmers get along? Does the ballet sequence last 99 hours? Tune in to find out the answers. | |||
| Rushmore (with Amelia Moses) | 19 May 2020 | 01:18:31 | |
This week, filmmaker Amelia Moses joins us from Montreal to discuss Wes Anderson's Rushmore (1998). We get into a heated debated over sandwiches, list off the classic Anderson tropes, and ponder if there's ever been a gay character in his films. | |||
| Moulin Rouge! (with Claire Launay) | 12 May 2020 | 01:23:41 | |
This week we're joined remotely by Maria's university pal Claire to discuss their shared PASSION for Moulin Rouge (2001). We discuss how polarizing the film is, sing a little, and get into a heated debate about Nicole Kidman's lipstick. | |||
| You've Got Mail (with Emma Gray) | 28 Apr 2020 | 01:24:36 | |
Exciting ep alert! This week, we're joined by Huffington Post senior reporter Emma Gray to discuss the catfishing epic You've Got Mail (1998). This episode contains some minor fangirling over our guest, as well as hot takes on people who refuse to email, twirling, and eating soup on the floor. | |||
| Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (with Tim Sharp) | 14 Apr 2020 | 01:14:58 | |
This week, our friend and former co-worker, Tim Sharp joins us all the way from Perth, Australia to discuss the kooky, stylish (?) and extremely transphobic Ace Ventura. | |||
| The Devil Wears Prada (with Eleni Souslou) | 07 Apr 2020 | 01:25:18 | |
"International businesswoman" (Maria's words) Eleni Souslou joins us from Thessaloniki, Greece to discuss chunky necklaces, workaholism, and the genius that is Meryl Streep. | |||
| Edward Scissorhands (with Jennifer Sin) | 31 Mar 2020 | 01:16:33 | |
This week we have our first remote guest! Jennifer Sin joins us from her own quarantine in London, England to discuss the weirdness that is Edward Scissorhands (1990). | |||