Rebecca Onion

In this engaging discussion, guest host Rebecca Onion, a senior writer at Slate, dives into the Taylor Sheridan universe, examining the complexities of season 2 of *Landman*, starring Billy Bob Thornton. They explore themes of masculinity, gender dynamics, and the show's immersive worldbuilding. Later, they shift to HBO's *Heated Rivalry*, analyzing the tension between hockey and a steamy romance between closeted players. The conversation wraps up with a heartfelt tribute to director Rob Reiner, highlighting his cinematic legacy and the emotional depth he brought to his films.

Rebecca Onion, writer and history podcaster, and Nadira Goffe, cultural critic specializing in Caribbean and Latinx culture, join to unpack Bad Bunny's Super Bowl spectacle. They dive into Puerto Rican everyday life onstage, joy as a political act, cinematic production choices, and how language and representation shaped the show. They also discuss a tense new film about motherhood and why a history podcast became wildly popular.

This week features Rebecca Onion, a Slate senior writer with a keen eye for television criticism. She joins the hosts to dive into Taylor Sheridan's Landman, exploring Billy Bob Thornton's captivating performance and the show's intriguing take on masculinity. The conversation shifts to HBO's Heated Rivalry, tackling its steamy portrayal of gay hockey romance and the debate over its focus on romance versus sport. Finally, they pay tribute to Rob Reiner, sharing unforgettable moments from his iconic films and celebrating his extraordinary impact on cinema.

In this discussion, Rebecca Onion, a pop culture expert, and Jenny Zhang, an influential writer, dive into the HBO series Industry and its growing viewership. They compare it to Succession, tackling the show's character dynamics and corporate themes. The conversation also shifts to the new Alien film, Alien: Romulus, dissecting its narrative and belonging to the xenomorph legacy. Additionally, the duo explores the impact of beauty culture on tweens, examining societal pressures and shifting beauty standards in the age of social media.

Candice Lim and Slate senior editor Rebecca Onion discuss the growing popularity of romance novels, exploring the genre's lack of diversity, changing trends, and the impact of the internet. They also touch on preferences for romance novels, the significance of sex scenes, and a scandal involving the scapegoating of a romance novel creator. The podcast sheds light on the positive aspects of expressing thirst for romance heroes and celebrities.