

Nadira Goffe
Culture writer and guest on this episode who analyzes film and storytelling, providing expertise on Spirited Away, Miyazaki, and cultural/economic themes.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 29min
Money On Film: Spirited Away
Nadira Goff, a culture writer who analyzes film and storytelling, digs into Spirited Away with sharp cultural and economic lenses. She explores the bathhouse as an exploitative workplace. She discusses No Face as speculative chaos and the river god’s cleansing as environmental critique. She highlights names, identity, and Chihiro’s coming-of-age journey.

Sep 24, 2025 • 57min
Culture Gabfest - Jimmy Kimmel Is Back—Sort Of— Edition
This week, Nadira Goffe, a Slate writer and Philadelphia native, joins the conversation about HBO's gritty crime drama, *Task*, exploring its character-driven narrative and connections to *Mare of Easttown*. The discussion then shifts to the indie birding documentary, *Listers*, praised for its charm and emotional depth, touching on themes of climate and racial politics. Finally, the panel unpacks the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s show, focusing on FCC pressure and the implications for free speech and local media.

Sep 24, 2025 • 57min
Jimmy Kimmel Is Back—Sort Of— Edition
Nadira Goffe, a Slate writer and Philadelphia native, discusses the gritty HBO drama Task, exploring its local accents and strong character focus. Forrest Wickman, Slate's culture editor and an avid birder, delves into the indie documentary Listers, praising its lo-fi aesthetics and emotional depth. The conversation heats up as they analyze the Jimmy Kimmel controversy, addressing government pressure on free speech and the implications of media access blackouts on democracy. Tune in for a thought-provoking blend of pop culture and pressing societal issues!


