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Welcome to Wallowing in the Shallows, the podcast that skirts the perilous drop-off of a deep dive into television and movies. We are two friends and academic nerds aspiring to become TV and movie geeks. We draw on our opinions and research to review television and movies, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Shakespeare. We think of it as sitting around the dinner table bs-ing with friends about what we watched that week. Wallowing in the Shallows can be reached at witstvpod@gmail.com. New Episodes on Thursdays.
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- 3 weeks ago1h 17m
WITS chats 'Off Campus' | Season 1 | created by Louisa Levy | 2026
Rebecca and Tori chat about the smash hit 'Off Campus,' created by Louisa Levy. We actually recorded this about a month ago right before the end of the quarter and before vacation, but it took some time to get it edited and published. Like the rest of the internet, we love it!MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoPodcast Jazz Bossa Nova Acoustic Guitar Good Mood Music by Denis-Pavlov-Music from PixabayShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayExplicitContent AdvisoryThis episode of Wallowing in the Shallows contains discussions of sex and nudity, as well as sexual assault and domestic abuse. If you or someone you know needs help in the United States, please reach out to the National Child Abuse Hotline at 800.422.4453, the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.656.4673, or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.7233. For immediate assistance, call 911.
- Jun 26, 20261h 10m
WITS chats 'Fire Island' | dir. Andrew Ahn | 2022
Rebecca and Tori chat 'Fire Island,' the 2022 film directed by Andrew Ahn. We got nothin' but praise for this Pride and Prejudice influenced flick set on Fire Island. Plus, 6-packs.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoPodcast Jazz Bossa Nova Acoustic Guitar Good Mood Music by Denis-Pavlov on PixabayShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayClipsGet a Yes! | Emile Ennis, Jr. | InstagramSearchlight Pictures | May 24, 2022 | FIRE ISLAND "Head's Up" Clip | YouTubeExplicitWe swear and talk about sexSourcesFire Island (film) - WikipediaThe Queer Movie PodcastLife on Fire Island: What America’s first gay and lesbian towns mean for the LGBTQ communityJason Bateman: Big Gay Following — Brandon VossThe Pink News | How Fire Island became a LGBTQ ParadiseRoger Ebert | Fire Island Movie Review
- Jun 10, 20261h 17m
WITS chats 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' | dir. Jon Favreau | 2026
Rebecca and Tori are joined by Nancy and Jeff to chat their initial thoughts about Jon Favreau's, 'The Mandalorian & Grogu.' We recorded a few days after the movie was released, so we really do wallow in the shallows. We discuss our expectation and disappointments, but overall, we all enjoyed the movie.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayClipLate Night with Seth Meyers | 17 Apr 2019 | Mark Hamill Does a Perfect Impression of Harrison Ford | YouTubeExplicitWe swear a little.SourcesCollider Behind the Scenes | 23 May 2026 | The Mandalorian & Grogu: The 62-Pound Armor Problem | YouTubeuzzFeed Celeb | 22 May 2026 | Pedro Pascal: The Puppy Interview | YouTube
- May 30, 202653 min
WITS chats 'Good Omens' S3 | dir. Rachel Talalay | 2026
Rebecca and Tori chat 'Good Omens' season 3, the final episode. It's a bit of a mixed bag for us. There are elements we enjoyed and other things not so much. Nonetheless, Michael Sheen and David Tennant shine.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabaySound EffectYeah: Sound Effect by freesound_community from PixabayClipTalalay, Rachel, dir. 2026. Good Omens. Season 3, Episode 1, 'The Finale.' May 13, 2026. On Amazon Prime Video. https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/storefront/.SourcesGood Omens Season 3 cast and characters: Here's who brought the BBC comedy's latest chapter to life‘Good Omens 3’ Review: A Love Story That Survives the End of the Universe – Q+ MagazineComicBook | Why Jon Hamm Isn't in Good Omens Season 3 Officially ExplainedYahoo | Why Good Omens Season 3...
- May 8, 202658 min
WITS chats 'The Phoencian Scheme' | dir. Wes Anderson | 2025
Rebecca and Tori chat about Wes Anderson's 2025 film, 'The Phoenician Scheme.' We discuss what makes the movie Wes Andersony, the evolution of the relationship between the principle characters, and the actor performances. We experienced some technical difficulties right at the end, so the episode seems to end a bit abruptly.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoClipAnderson, Wes and Roman Coppola. 2025. 'The Phoenician Scheme.' Directed by Wes Anderson. Universal City (CA): Focus Features, LLS. Streamed on Fandango.Sound EffectsShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayTechnical Difficulties: Sound Effect by Sound InstantsExplicitWe swear and discuss pornography.SourcesRaree show - WikipediaPEEP SHOW - HistoryMayhem Mendes | 24 May 2025 | 'The Phoenician Scheme' - Behind the Scenes | YouTubeQ with Tom Power | 5 Jun 2025 | Wes Anderson Dedicated 'The Phoenician Scheme' to His 'Spectacularly Intimidating' Father-in-Law | YouTubeVanity Fair | 6 Jun 2025 | Every We Anderson Movie, Explained by Wes Anderson | YouTube
- Apr 30, 20261h 4m
WITS chats 'Some Like It Hot' | dir. Billy Wilder | 1959
Rebecca and Tori chat Billy Wilder's 1954 classic, 'Some Like It Hot.' This is the next installment of our Recommended By series from the Criterion Closet. This week's picker is director, Elegance Bratton. We delve into the movie's themes, some production notes, and US culture at the time of the movie's release.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayMovie ClipYouTube Movies | Some Like It Hot | YouTubeExplicitThere is some swearing and we chat about sexuality and social norms.SourcesSome Like It Hot - FILM STUDIESElegance Bratton — United States ArtistsThe Seattle Times | For Elegance Bratton: A Destiny Realized in the Inspection
- Apr 20, 20261h 21m
WITS chats 'Macbeth' | dir. Justin Kurzel | 2015
Louise joins Rebecca and Tori to chat about the 2015 production of 'Macbeth,' screenplay by Todd Louiso, Jacob Koskoff, and Michael Lesslie. We talk cinematography, pacing, and adaptation choices.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoPodcast Jazz Bossa Nova Acoustic Guitar Good Mood Music | by Denis-Pavlov-Music from PixabayShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayMacbeth clip: marcillo Jeronimo | 21 May 2022 | Macbeth 2015 | YouTubeExplicitWe get saucy at times.SourcesFilming Locations: Where was Macbeth Filmed?
- Apr 9, 202648 min
WITS chats 'Project Hail Mary' | dir. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller | 2026
Rebecca and Tori chat about 'Project Hail Mary.' If the audio is weird, we apologize but we recorded right after we left the theater and have done minimal editing to keep it real, i.e., like you're listening to us talk about the movie live. We still manage to include spoilers.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoBrothers in Arms clip | Dire Straits | Brothers in Arms (Official Music Video) | 23 Feb 2010 | YouTubeProject Hail Mary clipAmazon MGM Studios | Project Hail Mary | “Roommates” - Official Clip | 12 Mar 2026 | YouTubeSourcesRyan Gosling jokes 'Project Hail Mary' alien was 'a bit of a diva'Project Hail Mary Becomes Ryan Gosling's Third Movie Ever To Pass Huge Global Box Office Milestone'Project Hail Mary' Puppeteer Reveals His Frank Oz & Yoda InspirationScience | How Realistic is the Science in Project Hail Mary
About Wallowing in the Shallows
Welcome to Wallowing in the Shallows, the podcast that skirts the perilous drop-off of a deep dive into television and movies. We are two friends and academic nerds aspiring to become TV and movie geeks. We draw on our opinions and research to review television and movies, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Shakespeare. We think of it as sitting around the dinner table bs-ing with friends about what we watched that week. Wallowing in the Shallows can be reached at witstvpod@gmail.com. New Episodes on Thursdays.
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