In this episode of 'Binge or Cringe,' hosts Jamie Joffe and Suzi Lazarus reunite with producer Dave to discuss their latest streaming obsessions from Hulu's 'Tell Me Lies' to Netflix's 'Kaos.' They are joined by special guest Hallee Adelman, an author and filmmaker known for her work on impactful documentaries such as 'Daughters' and 'Our American Family.' The group delves into Hallee’s career, exploring her passion for storytelling through both children's books and hard-hitting documentaries. The conversation touches on her inspiration, challenges in filmmaking, and her creative process. Hallee also shares her guilty pleasure for reality TV and her excitement for the upcoming shows. The episode wraps up with a fun discussion on the importance of storytelling in TV and film, punctuated by a mention of their new sponsor, Home Appetite.

Topics

00:34 Hosts Catch Up and Summer Recap

01:32 Current Streaming Recommendations

02:13 Deep Dive into 'Tell Me Lies'

02:41 Discussion on 'Bad Monkey' and Other Shows

05:52 Introducing Special Guest: Hallee Adelman

07:15 Hallee's Career Journey

11:23 Impactful Documentary: 'Daughters'

16:46 Challenges in Filmmaking

24:41 Lighthearted TV Shows and Guilty Pleasures

28:50 Reality TV Drama and Recommendations

29:31 Golden Bachelor and Women's Friendships

31:58 Favorite TV Shows and Movies

34:35 Children's Books and Bullying

36:30 Creative Projects and School Visits

43:05 Nostalgic TV and Movie Memories

50:32 Sponsor Shoutout and Closing Remarks