The entertainment industry is in prime awards season. From set decorators to singers, the best and brightest in media are getting the recognition they deserve... and some who aren't as deserving are getting recognition too.
With the Oscars coming in just a couple weeks, Giulia and Sophia go into the politics of award shows: the good, the bad, and the ugly.
What do you think about award shows? Put your thoughts in the comments!
Now, lets get munchin'!
Instagram: @ohfrari | @the.sophiaraine
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Music: Legends of Harlem by Pecan Pie
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WOW it has been a minute since a Media Munch episode has been released. Happy New Year! A lot has happened since Giulia last came on the podcast, so we are starting off 2025 strong with the BIGGEST story in media, society, and entratinment.
That's right, we are talking about the Baldoni-Lively conflict that has been revving up since end of 2024 and the release of It Ends With Us the movie.
We will give you ALL the facts (as of January 14th), timelines, key people, and of course, a juicy social commentary on how this legal battle is impacting and is impacted by society.
DISCLAIMER: This conversation includes talk about domestic abuse and sexual violence. Please take care while listening.
Instagram: @the.sophiaraine | @ohfrari
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
This episode I talk with super-commuter turned influencer Sophia Celentano. The audio is pulled from my old college podcast (it's called PodCavs and you should check it out :)) and Sophia gets into how her life changed when she started commuting regularly BY PLANE. You might have seen her blow up on social media a few years ago.
Now she travels the world, creates content for luxury brands, and truly lives life lavish.
Instagram: @sophia._.bophia | @soph.ia_c
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
As promised, another movie munch but this time Giulia and I are celebrating the holidays by breaking down the beloved film Love Actually. But actually, should we love this film as much as we do?
Looking back at a 2003 film with... 2020 lenses is making some aspects of the film a bit clearer and not for the better.
But still, there is a lot of love for this film and in this film... There's also A LOT of boobies.
Instagram: @ohfrari | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
An archived conversation with Dr. Meg Jay on surviving your twenties.
Giulia is back for this long overdue movie of the month where we dive deep into the film everyone is talking (and singing about). If you haven't seen Wicked yet, stop what you're doing. Go watch it. Then come back and listen to us GUSH over it.
Instagram: @ohfrari | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
Another week, another episode covering last week's entertainment and media news. Of, course, we talk about Wicked BUT there are no spoilers so your ears are safe.
If you haven't seen Wicked yet, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!
Stories:
Mini Story:
Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
Just like Sabrina Carpenter's Grammy-nominated album, we are keeping this episode short n' sweet because we were STRUGGLING with the tech today.
Stories:
Grammy predictions
John Krasinski is the Sexiest Man We NEEDED
Conan O'Brien is the Oscar Host We NEEDED
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson Duke It Out For the Clout
Hoda Passes the Today Show Baton to Craig Melvin
Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
Well, it's been a weird past week and it's got us wondering: are celebrity endorsements effective? Who (or what) really influences someone's vote? And what role does media play?
Oh and we talk about updates in the Brianna Chickenfry - Zach Bryan drama.
Comment what's getting you through the day and don't forget to follow the podcast!
Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
With all the crappola going on in America right now, we are munching casually on some lighter fare this week.
STORIES:
Zoe Kravitz and Channing Tatum Split Like Adults
Chappell Roan Slays at SNL
Mini Story: John Mulaney and His "New Jaw"??
Celebrity Halloween Costume Reviews
Which celebrity do you think had the best costume?
Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
Shakira is back from Dallas so we are back with your regularly scheduled media munch!
Stories:
Mini Story:
Socials:
Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
Media Munch is shaking things up a bit while Shakira is on a lil vacay! Giulia Leo joins the podcast to chat about Liam Payne's recent passing and how fame and fandom are not all they're cracked out to be...
DISCLAIMER: There is mention of suicide and substance abuse. Please take care of yourself while listening <3
Call the 24/7 National Suicide Hotline at 988 if you or someone you know is struggling.
Stay munchin' and go live life lavish!
Instagram:
@shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia | @ohfrari
Email:
classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack:
Atypical AF
Welcome back to Media Munch! Here is your weekly round up of everything YOU need to know in the pop culture and entertainment world.
Stay munchin <3
Instagram: @shakira.depina @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: atypical AF
Short, sweet, and spooky... but Hereditary is only the latter. AND IT'S OUR 13TH MOVIE OF THE MONTH EPISODE!!! Shireen and I wrap up our conversation about Ari Aster's debut film. Take a listen and give us your thoughts!
instagram: @sophia._.bophia
email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
outro music: Night in Kyoto by Avbe
Take a bite of our more put-together episode that Shakira and I are calling the TRUE first episode of Media Munch, your weekly podcast debrief of the most talk-worthy stories.
This week's stories:
Socials:
Instagram: @shakira.depina & @sophia._.bophia
Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Substack: Atypical AF
It's spooky season so Shireen and I are discussing the SPOOKIEST film I have seen to date: Ari Aster's Hereditary.
I loved it I hated it and Shireen is obsessed.
instagram: @sophia._.bophia
email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the first (rough) episode of the Class of 2020's rebrand to Media Munch!
Since movie of the month episodes are a hit, the Class of 2020 is shifting from an introspective personal diary into a relevant pop culture and entertainment show.
In addition to Shireen's monthly movie breakdown, Shakira Depina is the newest cohost of a bi-monthly segment that is equal parts real talk and pop culture news you need to know to stay in the loop.
Let's get munchin.
Here is part 2 of Shireen and I dissecting one of the most iconic thriller films of all time. We are a bit kinder in our review this time, but it's all about ~nuance~ right?
Also, big changes are coming so stay tuned!
DISCLAIMER: we do mention murder and sexual assault (again) so please take care of yourself while listening!
instagram: @sophia._.bophia
email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
theme music: Night in Kyoto by Avbe
September's MOM is Roman Polanski's breakout film Rosemary's Baby. Shireen and I really get into it so now and in the future, MOM's will be in 2 parts (listening to hour-long podcasts is sometimes hard ik ik).
This episode goes into the basic, rips apart any notion of this being a 'feminist' film, and seriously questions Rosemary's intelligence.
DISCLAIMER: We do mention sexual assault because Roman Polanski was a dick and contextualization is important. Take care of yourself while listening!
instagram: @sophia._.bophia
email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
theme music: Night in Kyoto by Avbe
This episode is so much more than just two superheroes duking it out... and I'm not talking about Marvel heroes.
Or maybe I am? Either way, Shireen rips Hollywood to shreds and I happily tag a long for the ride as we talk about the latest Marvel movie and the sequel fatigue everyone is experiencing.
email: classof20podcast@gmail.com
instagram: @meander_moore
theme music: Night in Kyoto by Avbe