So Pretentious... a podcast

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 34: We are back-ishThis is a hybrid episode. Kind of new and kind of a rebroadcast. Enjoy! See you in 2023! Sleeping OnHelder: Great North - Fox; Andor - Disney Plus; Slow Horses - Apple TV  Vivian: The Plot Thickens (season 3) - podcast; Celebrity Book Club - podcast; Vibe Check - podcast Moment in Self Care Helder: Using the Do Not Disturb feature on his phone, and quiet timeVivian: A nice hot bath Shout outsHelder: Vivian (aww!), friends who check on him, and Rick MillerVivian: Helder (aww!)  Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 33: Yadda Yadda Yadda with graphic novelsSleeping OnHelder: Mythic Quest, Apple TV  Vivian: Raised by Wolves, HBO MaxMoment in Self Care Helder: Going to bed before 10, falafels, and listening to his bodyVivian: Audiobooks and books Shout outsHelder: ConnecticuttingVivian: Connecticutting, Aditee, Monica, and Rehema   Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 32, Blah, blah, blah: We are just talking. Our conversation is going somewhere, I think? But also... Helder did miss his dentist's appointment but he makes a cake that is soooooo...Sleeping OnHelder: Ghosts, HBO Max  Vivian: Yellowjackets, ShowtimeMoment in Self Care Helder: Closure Vivian: Hanging out with friendsShout outsHelder: Waldemar Bastos, and George PérezVivian: People working to make the world a better place  Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 31, Queen Butler: Today we discuss the legendary sci-fi writer, queen Octavia Butler with our special guest Taneisha Duggan.Sleeping OnHelder: Superman '78 and Batman '89Taneisha: Local talent Vivian: Only Murders in the Building Moment in Self Care Helder: Surviving and having space to do nothingTaneisha: NappingVivian: Doing less Shout outsHelder: Greg Tate and HartBeat EnsembleTaneisha: Eugene MortonVivian: Black folks Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 30, Recommendations, please… : Looking for something to read, watch or listen to? Don’t worry. We got you!Shout outsHelder: Teams Vivian: Caregivers Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 29: That 70’s Show, part 2 with special guest Frank Mitchell We are going to discuss one of our favorite decades, the 70’s. Yes, the 70’s. Join us as we go back. Way back, Back into time. Don’t forget to bring your bell bottoms, your vinyl records, and your roller skates. Wait, Farrah Fawcett is responsible for “Midnight Train to Georgia?” Listen to Frank tell the story. Sleeping OnFrank: AMC the Channel and in particular Gangs of LondonHelder: Dolemite Is My Name, Netflix Vivian: Made in Heaven, Amazon Prime Moment in Self Care Frank: Hiking and walking Helder: Making it through the day Vivian: Sitting outside and relaxing Shout outsFrank: Farrah Fawcett Helder: Mario and DanVivian: People making positive change in the world Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 26: Catch-up TimeSo how have we been doing? What have we been up to? Listen to this episode and you’ll find out! Sleeping OnHelder: Righteous Gemstones, HBO Max; the filmography of Miguel Arteta and Mike WhiteVivian: Back Issue, podcastMoment in Self Care Helder: Taking a day off Vivian: Love in Color, audiobookShout outsHelder:  Angela, Priya, and SuchiVivian: People who keep the lines of communication openSocial mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 26: We’re BACK! For real this time…We promise! We sort of came back and then we left again. But after some much needed rest, the band is officially back together. Well, COVID is still COVID-ing so we asked Dr. Viana to join us.We need some advice to get through 2022. Let’s pray.Sleeping OnHelder: Legends of Tomorrow, The CW; Hawkeye, Disney+ Viana: Book - For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts, Prisca Dorcas Mojica RodríguezVivian: The 4400 (2021), The CWMoment in Self Care Helder: Photo a Day series on his Instagram pageViana: Naps, and Reservation Dogs on FXVivian: Podcasts, books, and audiobooksShout outsHelder: His supportive friendViana: Robert and BobbyVivian: Folks who are grieving Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 26: That 70’s Show, part 1 with special guest Frank Mitchell We are going to discuss one of our favorite decades, the 70’s. Yes, the 70’s. Join us as we go back. Way back, Back into time. Don’t forget to bring your bell bottoms, your vinyl records, and your roller skates. Also, rest in peace Paul Mooney. Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 25: We’re BACK! We took a break but now we are back! What have we been doing? What has been going on? Listen to the show to find out. Sleeping OnHelder: Only Murders in the Building, Hulu Vivian: SleepMoment in Self Care Helder: Books and audiobooksVivian: Reading, particularly graphic novels Shout outsHelder: Vivian, family and friendsVivian: The Power, Naomi Alderman Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 24: We’re Not Ready to Go Back to Normal with special guest  Dr. Viana Turcio-CottoWell, the US is opening back up...yay, I guess. Sleeping OnHelder: Usagi YojimboViana: Young Rock, on NBCVivian: Bike riding Moment in Self Care Helder: Take a vacation...well, staycationViana: Maternity leave Vivian: GardeningShout outsHelder: His colleagues and the Trinity administrationViana: Sheena Graham and her colleagues assisting her during her maternity leaveVivian: Loved onesSpecial shout out -Pola Chapelle, performer of the outro song, Hallelujah. Rest In Power, Pola, and say hi to Adolfas for HelderSocial mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 23, Sporty Spice: We are talking sports today, with special guest Carson...  well... sports and politics. ARE YOU READY?! They say that at sporting events, right? Sleeping OnCarson: DMX’s musicHelder: The Falcon and the Winter SoldierVivian: Mini-humidifiers  Moment in Self Care Carson: Taking care of himselfHelder: Enjoying VegemiteVivian: Letting people help herShout outsCarson: His brotherHelder: Zencaster, Cinema Death Cult (and host Adam Bulger) and CarsonVivian: Shayna Wilson, American Sign Language instructor Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraItsC3KInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMiraOur archive can be found here (or wherever you usually listen to this podcast).DO YOU EVEN READ THE SHOW NOTES?!

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 22, Here We Go Again: Helder and I were tired y’all. We didn’t plan to take a break but that is what we ended up doing. We are back now though! Want to know what we were up to? Want to know what we have planned? Yes? Well take a listen. Sleeping OnHelder:The Falcon and the Winter Soldier   Vivian: The Expanse (Yes, again. Because Helder keeps saying that he is going to watch it.)Moment in Self Care Helder: Spending time with his father  Vivian: Not doing chores and housework for a bitShout outsHelder: Students at Trinity College who created a Change.org petition in order to get a day off for mental health purposes and President Sweeney for say yes to mental health daysVivian: Creative people Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMiraWe don’t have a website yet, but our archive can be found here (or wherever you usually listen to this podcast).DO YOU EVEN READ THE SHOW NOTES?!

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 21, Dystopia Much?: This week we discuss women and their interpretations of dystopia in film, television, and novels. Do you have a favorite that you’d like to share with the class? Email us at sopretentiouspodcast@gmail.com. Don’t worry. We didn’t forget about one of the queens of dystopia, Octavia Butler. We have a very special episode all about her coming very soon! Materials discuss (partial list):Strange Days - film84 K, novelChildren of Men, filmThe Book of M, novelV for Vendetta, graphic novel and filmY: The Last Man - graphic novelHunger Games, novel and film The Power, novelMad Max: Fury Road, filmTerminator 2: Judgment Day, filmIn honor of National Poetry Month: Hope is a Thing with Feathers by Emily Dickinson Sleeping OnHelder: Resident Alien (SyFy or Peacock app)Vivian: Two Sentence Horror (Netflix) and FreakstheFxxOut (Instagram) Moment in Self Care Helder: Using his standing desk and opening the windowsVivian: Yoga in the basementShout outsHelder: Tim Howard (Rest in Peace)Vivian: Mothers and mother-figuresSocial mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers. Episode 20, Good Grief: Today we discuss grief. We are all grieving something or someone so lets do it together. If your grief is overwhelming you, please see the resources below. Don’t go through this alone. We also briefly discuss this year’s Academy Award Nominations.Suicide PreventionSuicide Prevent Lifeline800-273-8255Text HELLO to 741741https://suicidepreventionlifeline.orgPrevent Suicide CThttps://www.preventsuicidect.orgNational Mental Health Institutehttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention/index.shtmlTherapy ResourcesFinding TherapyFind a Therapist via Psychology TodayGood Therapy Mental Health Resources for People without Health InsuranceHow to Access Therapy and Other Mental Health Services If You Don’t Have InsuranceMental health services: How to get treatment if you can’t afford itGetting Mental Health Help When You Don't Have InsuranceStationary and Comic BookshopsHartford areaHartford PrintsKey Book StoreA Hero’s Legacy Comic books  USAGreer Sleeping OnHelder: Fountain pensVivian: StationaryMoment in Self Care Helder: BakingVivian: Audiobooks, short stories, and the Scam Goddess podcast - Start with the  Hilaria Baldwin or Mena Chang episodes.Shout outsJoint shout out: Helder’s cousin, VeraHelder: The Late William Harnish Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

WandaVision, Part 2/Finale@heldermira and @edwardodell are joined for the finale recap by Courtney King (@connecticutting)!  We dive into  the finale, give our takes and share thoughts in the implications going forward.  Spoilers, as always, so buckle up.Sleeping On:Courtney: Sleep and News not brought to you by twitterHelder: (totally slept on his own question)Ed: Les Blank's Documentary on Werner Herzog’s Fitzcarraldo:  Burden of Dreams And Blue AnonShout OutsCourtney:  Joe Milone (@joemilone)Helder: @connecticutting and @edwardodellEd: Susan Campbell, Hearst Media, @campbellsl, fresh out of TwitmoSelf Care:Courtney: Spending time outside with her goatsHelder:  Opening windows to let fresh air in!Ed: Resting

WandaVision, Part 1So Pretentious recaps are back! Sort of...@heldermira and @edwardodell are here to recap the new WandaVision series that just wrapped on Disney Plus.  We’re jumping in head first as we build to the series finale, discussing the Marvel source material, the myriad connections within the extended MCU, casting/story choices, references and influences.

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 17 -  Our Watchmen Finale: We (finally) close the loop on our Watchmen discussion. Topics include: Lady Trieu, Judd and white supremacy, further exploration of Hooded Justice, and the show’s finale. With special guest, Edward Odell. Sleeping OnEd: Thrice Upon a TimeHelder: Lupin, NetflixVivian: L Word Generation Q, ShowtimeMoment in Self Care Ed: Cooking Helder: Building LEGO sets Lighting a fire Binge watchingPhoto a day project Vivian:  Walking the dog Listening to audiobooks and Here to SlayShout outsEd: Susan Campbell, Hearst Media Helder: Eugene GoodmanVivian: Black and brown content creatorsDionne Warwick on Twitter Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 16 Miami or Bust: This week we fangirl over our queen Regina (THEEEEEE) King and her directorial film debut One Night in Miami. There is so much to talk about! The writing, the performances, and of course, the directing! Take the journey with us. Leslie Odom Jr. singing A Change is Gonna Comefrom One Night in MiamiSleeping OnHelder: The last seasons of 30 RockVivian: Las Culturistas podcast Moment in Self Care Helder: Taking a day off Vivian: Deciding to NOT to be productive Shout outsHelder: James Hadley and Peter McMorris of CinestudioVivian: Race & Democracy: America is Always Changing, But America Never Changes featuring Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr. - Virtual event hosted by Trinity College Social mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira

So PretentiousTwo friends talking about the intersections of popular culture, society, and the world. And yes, there are spoilers.Episode 15: So Valentine’s Day got us thinking about love...wait, but not in the way that you are thinking. There are many types of love out there yet the world only seems to focus on romantic love. Love exists beyond romance so let’s talk about it. I’ve got a sneaky feeling that after you listen to the show you’ll find that love actually is all around😉Rest In Peace: Cloris Leachman, Christopher Plummer, and Cicely TysonSleeping OnHelder: High Fidelity, the tv show (Hulu) Vivian: The Expanse (Amazon Prime), Hear to Slay (Luminary), and Politically Reactive Moment in Self Care Helder: Listening to records Vivian: Cava Shout outsHelder: Angela, Priya, and Su-CheeVivian: LuiselleSocial mediaTwitter SoPretentious2LivelyVivianHelderMiraInstagramSoPretentiousPodcastLivelyVivianHelderMira