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Media Munch

Two girls, two coasts, a ton of stories from the world of entertainment and pop culture that you need to know. Plus a monthly deep-dive into noteworthy film and TV.

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00:56:49

Award Show Bops and Flops

Media Munch ·

2025/02/10

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.sophiaraineEmail:

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00:47:58

Tick Tock for TikTok

Media Munch ·

2025/01/31

The year has been off to a crazy start with one of the most beloved social media platforms, TikTok finally shutting down in the US. But not 24 hours later, newly re-elected President Trump brought it back.This calls for a deep dive into what this means for the future of social media in the US. It seems the big 3 of social media (Zuckerberg, Musk, and Shou Zi Chew) are all backing the new administration. People are noticing changes in their content and in their political allegiance. Will TikTok,

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00:47:02

Justin Baldoni vs Blake Lively: Everything You Need...

Media Munch ·

2025/01/17

LINKS TO SUPPORT LA WILDFIRE RELIEF:CA Fire Foundation World Kitchen LA Dream Center California Community Fund Direct Relief 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

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00:13:13

Influencing with Sophia Celentano | From the Archives

Media Munch ·

2024/12/18

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

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00:57:52

Love Actually | Movie of the Month HOLIDAY EDITION

Media Munch ·

2024/12/11

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

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00:35:02

Graduating? Listen to This.

Media Munch ·

2024/12/06

An archived conversation with Dr. Meg Jay on surviving your twenties.

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00:45:18

Wicked | Movie of the Month

Media Munch ·

2024/12/04

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

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00:52:05

A Wickedly Good Episode

Media Munch ·

2024/11/27

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: Wicked slays the box office down BOOTS Khalid comes out publicly, but it shouldn't be a big deal John Stamos should have just not worn the bald cap Mini Story: Shakira was in a car crash! Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia Email:

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00:21:23

Short N' Sweet

Media Munch ·

2024/11/20

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

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00:48:46

Mindful Brats

Media Munch ·

2024/11/13

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

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00:39:47

Celebrity Costume Review

Media Munch ·

2024/11/06

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

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00:35:54

A Slice of Sologamy

Media Munch ·

2024/10/30

Shakira is back from Dallas so we are back with your regularly scheduled media munch!Stories: Brianna Chickenfry Lapaglia is Blindsided by Zach Bryan Cynthia Erivo Comes for AI Elvira Come for Ariana Britney Spears Comes for Herself... in Marriage Mini Story: The Timothies Take on Manhattan Socials: Instagram: @shakira.depina | @sophia._.bophia Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com Substack: Atypical AF

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00:40:06

Liam Payne and the Fame Game | ft Giulia Leo

Media Munch ·

2024/10/23

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 |

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00:41:22

Met Gala and Ms. Kamala

Media Munch ·

2024/10/16

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 North West is doing her best Met Gala 2025 is GIVING... but could be risky Kamala Harris is killing it on the media front Mini Story: Anne Hathaway was an American treasure even when they tried to demonize her Instagram: @shakira.depina @sophia._.bophia Email: classof20podcast@gmail.com Substack: atypical AF

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00:13:50

Hereditary pt 2 | Movie of the Month

Media Munch ·

2024/10/12

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

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00:48:07

The Joke's On Joker and Jacob Elordi

Media Munch ·

2024/10/09

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: Olivia Jade and Jacob Elordi dating?! Do we even care? The Joker sequel bombs and why we need to go back to the movies IN PERSON. Green light for the Princess Diaries 3. AKA the sequel we ACTUALLY want. KC Chiefs WAGs get a Bravo show... could either be a HUGE win or a total flop for reality TV.

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00:29:55

Hereditary pt 1 | Movie of the Month

Media Munch ·

2024/10/07

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

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00:42:08

Women in Sports and Children in Crisis

Media Munch ·

2024/09/25

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.

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00:19:36

Rosemary's Baby pt 2 | Movie of the Month

Media Munch ·

2024/09/15

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

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00:36:40

Rosemary's Baby pt 1 | Movie of the Month

Media Munch ·

2024/09/07

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

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