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Midday Musings
Midday Musings
Laura Fones and Stephen Frothingham

Midday Musings is the cure for internet overwhelm. We have cozy, funny, lunch break sized conversations on media, history and relationships 3x... more

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Ep 197: Space Mining with Friends in “Deep Rock Galactic” (Video Game Review)

Today we’re reviewing the 2020s cooperative first person shooter and mining simulator, “Deep Rock Galactic.” Created by Danish games company,... more

21 Nov 2024 · 23 minutes
Ep 196: Is “Anora” the best film of the year? (Movie Review, Dir. Sean Baker, 2024)

Today we’re reviewing the new Sean Baker film, “Anora” (2024). Winner of the golden palm award (Palme d’Or) at this... more

20 Nov 2024 · 22 minutes
Ep 195: Reviewing “Your Monster” Coming-of-Rage Cinema for Theater Kids (Dir. Caroline Lindy, 2024)

Today we’re talking about the Sundance-selected indie romcom/horror film, “Your Monster” (2024). Written and directed by Caroline Lindy and based... more

19 Nov 2024 · 18 minutes
Ep 194: “Woman of the Hour” Gives Dating Game Serial Killer & 1970s Gender Politics (2024, Netflix)

Today we’re discussing the #1 Netflix streaming film, “Woman of the Hour” (2024). Starring Anna Kendrick in her directorial debut,... more

14 Nov 2024 · 29 minutes
Ep 193: “Smile 2” and the Horror-Soaked Isolation of Celebrity (Movie Review,2024, dir. Parker Finn)

Today we’re analyzing the most recent entry in the “Smile” horror franchise, “Smile 2” (2024). Helmed once again by writer-director... more

13 Nov 2024 · 31 minutes
Ep 192: Reviewing “Rumours,” a Surreal Political Satire (Movie Review, 2024, dir. Guy Maddin)

Today we are discussing the newly-released political satire, “Rumours” (2024). Co-directed by beloved Canadian auteur Guy Maddin and starring Cate... more

12 Nov 2024 · 24 minutes
Ep 191: “The Penguin” Expands the DC Universe with the Rise of 2 Gotham Crime Bosses (HBO MAX, 2024)

Today we’re reviewing the wildly popular HBO MAX miniseries, “The Penguin” (2024). A spinoff of the 2022 “The Batman” film... more

07 Nov 2024 · 27 minutes
Ep 190: “The Franchise” Lampoons Marvel Movies and the Superhero Subgenre (HBO/MAX, 2024)

Today we’re reviewing the new HBO MAX comedy series, “The Franchise” (2024). Creatively helmed by Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes, “The... more

06 Nov 2024 · 30 minutes
Ep 189: Reviewing “Saturday Night,” the Amazing Origin Story of SNL (Dir. Jason Reitman, 2024)

Today we’re reviewing the newly-released Saturday Night Live docudrama, “Saturday Night” (2024). Depicting the 90-minute lead-up to SNL’s inaugural show... more

05 Nov 2024 · 29 minutes
Ep 188: 15 Halloween Movie Recommendations (Crowd Pleasers & Personal Favs)

Today we are celebrating 👻 Halloween 🎃 with 15 recommendations for movies you can watch on this final day of... more

31 Oct 2024 · 27 minutes
Midday Musings
Ep 197: Space Mining with Friends in “Deep Rock Galactic” (Video Game Review)
Midday Musings