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On a less toxic note, let me know about the podcasts youre listening to.
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On to the weeks picks.
Tom Hanks has one, a typewriter app (natch).
Aaron Paul oncelaunched a Yo knockoff called Yo B*tch(again, natch).
And then theres Jeremy Renner.
Because, you know, the internet.
Why is this dude so extra?
Whats with thehouse-flipping,Jeep commercials, anda music careeron the side?
Also, toxic masculinity much?
In case it isnt already apparent,The Renner Filesis a parody of sorts.
Now, parodies are hard to execute, and harder to make it worthwhile.
Its a testament, weirdly enough, to Renner himself what a strange, strange man.
Another unexpected pleasure is the wayThe Renner Filesprovides insight into the utterly fascinating world of celebrity finances.
How do celebrities think about money, if theyre not already insanely rich?
How do they weaponize their celebrity toward capitalistic ends?
Will there be a sequel series aboutGeorge Clooneys bizarre tequila fortune?
Im sticking around to find out.
The journey toward finding that answer is pureRadiolab.
Which brings us back to the original question: What is thestructural pointof the police?
Somethings not right here.
One other thing that struck me about this episode is Jad Abumrads performance as the straight man/audience surrogate.
replies with a certain coldness.
Indeed, these are tricky times for big shows pitching down the middle.
Looking for something about the future thats generally hopeful?
Jemisin, which is a great book if you havent already picked it up.
Quick plug for Bowen Yangs appearance onIts Been a Minute With Sam Sanders.
Also, forLas Culturistas!
But lo, what surprises were about to be unfolded before me.
Father Ryan pretended to be a Catholic priest for 30 years.
Did I mention he was also legally adopted as an adult?
Come for Father Ryan and stay for the llamas.
Thats right: There are llamas, and they get their own episode.
Debbie N., Portland, Oregon
And thats a wrap for1.5x Speed!
Hope you enjoyed it.
