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Hit Parade: A Deal with the TV God Part 2 Jul 01, 2022

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For decades, British alt-pop goddess Kate Bush had never had a Top 10 hit in America. Now, in 2022, she finds herself in the Hot 100’s Top Five—and television got her there. Her classic “Running Up That Hill” is featured prominently in the latest season of Netflix’s hit ’80s horror fantasy show Stranger Things.

This puts Bush in a long lineage of hits spawned or made bigger by TV, dating all the way back to Davy Crockett and Peter Gunn, through Hawaii Five-O and Happy Days, and peaking in the ’80s with Miami Vice and Family Ties.

Join host Chris Molanphy as he walks through more than six decades of hits from the so-called boob tube and reveals why—thanks to our streaming age—Kate Bush’s hit might be the biggest TV tune of all.

Podcast production by Kevin Bendis.

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A Word: No Choice: Fighting for Abortion Rights Jul 01, 2022

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Activists and abortion rights supporters are trying building a movement in the post-Roe v. Wade era. An empowered conservative court, a potential digital dragnet, and an unfocused Democratic response is making that complicated. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by legal analyst Imani Gandy, who explains why –despite the setback– she feels energized and hopeful about this moment.

Guest: Legal analyst Imani Gandy, co-host of the Boom! Lawyered podcast

Podcast production by Eric Aaron

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Working: How to Pitch a Story Jun 30, 2022

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For this edition of Working Overtime, hosts Karen Han and Isaac Butler explain how to pitch a story to an editor of a newspaper, magazine, or blog. They discuss the basic components of a good pitch and offer some DOs and DON’Ts about interacting with editors.

Do you have a question about creative work? Call us and leave a message at 304-933-9675, or email us at working@slate.com.

Podcast production by Kevin Bendis and Cameron Drews.

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The Waves: Unpacking NY Mag’s Teen Cancel Culture Piece Jun 30, 2022

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On this week’s episode of The Waves, Slate staff writer Heather Schwedel and Slate senior editor Rebecca Onion sit down to talk about New York magazine cover story “Canceled at 17,” which features a boy who was ostracized by his peers after he showed a nude of his girlfriend. The talk about whether the article is a display of “himpathy,” and the fact that the writer had a personal connection to the school that she did not initially disclose. (New York magazine’s statement on that matter is available here.)

In Slate Plus, Rebecca and Heather talk about what they regret from high school.

Recommendations:

Rebecca: Apple+’s series For All Mankind.

Heather: Netflix’s series, The Summer I Turned Pretty.

Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Shannon Palus and Alicia Montgomery.

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ICYMI: This Episode Will Not Bum You Out Jun 29, 2022

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On this week’s episode, Rachelle and Madison decided that, because of the recent Supreme Court news, it was time to take respite in some good online fun. They talk about the Olsen twins making pizza, Adam Lambert’s stellar vocals, plastic bags, musicals, and plenty more. Make sure to check out our Twitter for a thread with all the things mentioned in today’s episode.

This podcast is produced by Daniel Schroeder, Madison Malone Kircher and Rachelle Hampton.

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Culture Gabfest: Elvis, Please Leave the Building Jun 29, 2022

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This week, the panel begins by experiencing Baz Luhrmann’s new biopic Elvis with Slate’s pop critic, author, and media professor, Jack Hamilton. Then, the panel goes on the run with the new FX series The Old Man. Finally, the panel discusses the viral article on cancel culture from New York Magazine’s website The Cut, titled “Canceled at 17.”

In Slate Plus, the panel divulges what they’re actually excited about.

Email us at culturefest@slate.com.

Endorsements

Dana: A movie Dana just reviewed for Slate, Marcel the Shell With Shoes On.

Julia: A fortified endorsement of a previous Gabfest segment, Abbott Elementary.

Steve: An essay by Hannah Zeavin for n+1 Magazine titled, “Unfree Associations.”

Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Production assistance by Nadira Goffe.

Outro music is "Forbidden Love" by OTE.

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How To!: Jenny Slate of 'Marcel the Shell With Shoes On' Jun 28, 2022

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Erin thinks her dog Chief has the most embarrassing habit—he keeps eating her daughters’ underwear. This has happened several times, resulting in multiple costly surgeries. If she doesn’t put a stop to it, it could eventually kill Chief. How can she get her dog to behave and, more importantly, get her teenage daughters to put their underwear in the hamper? On this episode of How To!, Jenny Slate, comedian, actress, author of Little Weirdsand voice of Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, opens up about the time her dog ate something he shouldn't have—and let’s just say it’s worse than underwear. But Jenny adores dogs and believes they have something important to teach us. You have to accept your loved ones’ limitations, Jenny says, and when problems arise, tailor your solution to what suits them best—advice that applies to both dogs and teenagers.

If you liked this episode, check out “How To Confront a Crazy Neighbor with Tig Notaro.”

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Hang Up: Roe and Women Athletes Jun 27, 2022

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by Olympic gold medalist Crissy Perham to discuss what Roe v. Wade getting overturned means for women athletes. They also discuss Arch Manning’s decision to play football at the University of Texas and Ohio State getting a trademark on the word “the.”

Crissy Perham (2:56): A champion swimmer on why she’s speaking out about her abortion.

Arch Manning (23:15): America’s leading legacy athlete will be a Longhorn.

The Ohio State University (44:01): Is the school’s love affair with the definite article endearing or annoying?

Afterball (1:02:20): Josh on Billie Jean King’s abortion story.

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Working: How Foley Artist Joanna Fang Creates Sound Effects for Movies and TV Jun 26, 2022

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This week, host Karen Han talks to foley artist Joanna Fang, who uses everyday objects to create sound effects for movies, TV shows, and video games. In the interview, Joanna explains what a foley artist does and describes some of her tools and techniques. Then she demonstrates how pasta shells can sound like breaking bones and how a wet cloth can be used to make a whole range of (mostly gross) sounds.

After the interview, Karen and co-host Isaac Butler discuss Joanna’s unique passion for her work.

In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Joanna talks about her work on the movie musical In the Heights.

Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675.

Podcast production by Cameron Drews.

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Political Gabfest Reads: Corrections in Ink Jun 26, 2022

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Emily Bazelon talks with author Keri Blakinger about her new memoir, Corrections in Ink which recounts Blakinger’s path from Olympic ambitions, to heroin addiction, to prison, and ultimately a return to life on the outside.

Blakinger launched a program to deliver her memoir to currently incarcerated readers. You can learn more here: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/donationcorrectionsinink

Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages could be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)

Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank.

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