
The Dirtbag is the New Sex Symbol - And We’re Here for It
For leading men on screen, it looks like the alpha male is out and the dirtbag is in. Click to watch our video on the rise of the dirtbag, and why it’s the perfect moment for men to embrace their rough edges, and show us a more chaotic side of themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Des 202213min

Death of the Movie Star - What It Means for Hollywood’s Future
Hollywood is still full of A-listers, but the true movie star is dying out. But is this because the business has changed, or because actors have changed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 Des 202214min

The Fab 4: Why 4-Person Shows Work So Well
The four-person ensemble creates a particular screen magic audiences love, especially on TV. So what is it that's so special about the Fab 4 set up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 Des 202213min

You’ve Got Mail - In Defense of Joe's "Toxic" Traits
Tom Hanks’ Joe Fox makes some questionable choices in You’ve Got Mail, but Joe’s duplicity gets at the ultimate message of the film – which is that a lot of us are actually living double lives, often without realizing it. Is Joe not actually as toxic as we thought? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Des 202214min

How Prince Charming Became a One-Note Joke | TROPES
It’s safe to say that the fairy tale princess archetype has been reclaimed, now a far cry from the stereotypical damsel in distress, waiting for her prince. But what about Prince Charming himself? Has he been updated? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Des 202216min

The Ugly Pretty Girl: It’s the Stories That Need a Makeover | TROPES
In 2022, ideas of beauty and self-acceptance feel far more fluid than ever. So does the old-school “ugly-pretty girl” story even work in today’s context? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Des 202215min

Gen Z Brought Twee Back and It’s Here to Stay
The "adorkable" trend is back, but Gen Z's new version of twee is a lot less smug and more unfiltered – striving to embrace the DIY creativity in a realer way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Des 202214min

How Kristen Stewart Became an Icon of Authenticity
How did Kristen Stewart go from child actress to Twilight superstar to indie darling? Above all, by owning her authentic self, no matter what anyone thinks. Click to watch our new video on how Kristen became an icon through her non-conformity & authenticity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 Des 202213min





















