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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

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01:21:36

WITS chats 'Macbeth' | dir. Justin Kurzel | 2015

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/04/20

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:

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48:48

WITS chats 'Project Hail Mary' | dir. Phil Lord and...

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/04/09

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

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01:16:18

WITS chat 'Dogma' | dir. Kevin Smith | 1999

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2026/04/04

Rebecca and Tori chat the 1999 film, 'Dogma,' directed by Kevin Smith. We talk the impact of the movie on us, our thoughts about beliefs and organized religion (don't come for us--it's our opinions based on our personal experiences). We tangent, so be prepared.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

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01:14:48

WITS chats 'pina' | dir. Wim Wenders | 2011

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2026/03/27

RebeccaandToricontinuetheirRecommendedByseries,PicksfromtheCriterionCloset,withthe2011documentary,'pina.'RecommendedbyKatyaZamolodchikova,weventureonajourneytointerpretcontemporarydance.Asself-professeddanceLuddites,wecanonlydiscussourinterpretationsusingourmeagerknowledgeofthelanguageofdance.Forgiveusifwegetitentirelywrong.MusicApacheRockInstrumental|bySoundAtelier;licensedfromJamendoPodcastJazzBossaNovaAcousticGuitarGoodMoodMusic|byDenisPavlovmusiconPixabaySoundEffectsShiningStarFlourish:SoundEffec

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52:20

WITS chats 'Waking Ned Devine' | dir. Kirk Jones | 1998

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2026/03/19

Rebecca and Tori chat the 1998 Kirk Jones film, 'Waking Ned Devine." We discuss community, morality, and our mutual love of Maurice.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoPodcast Jazz Bossa Nova Acoustic Guitar Good Mood Music | by Denis-Pavlov-Music on PixabayClipKev Walsh | Waking Ned Devine (1998) BluRay | 17 Dec 2024 | YouTubeSound EffectsShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from

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01:12:12

WITS chats 'The Watermelon Woman' | dir. Cheryl Dunye...

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/03/13

Rebecca and Tori chat their next Recommended By flick from the Criterion Collection, 'The Watermelon Woman.' We discuss issues related to the social construct of 'race,' queerness, identity, and white privilege and gatekeeping.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoSound EffectsShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayClipsMinnie Riperton clip: Minnie Riperton - Topic | 7 Aug 2018 |

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01:15:12

WITS chats 'Hamnet' | dir. Chloe Zhao | 2025

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/03/05

Rebecca and Tori chat about the recent Golden Globe winner for Best Motion Picture - Drama and Oscar Best Picture nominee, 'Hamnet.' Spoiler alert: 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 on PixabaySound EffectsShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabayLeaves Rustling in Wind: Sound Effect by

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01:04:39

WITS chats 'Black Girl' (1966)

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2026/02/26

Rebecca and Tori don't chat, we dive deep into Ousmane Sembene's 1966 classic, 'Black Girl.' This is the next installment of our Recommended By series based on the Criterion Collection Closet Picks. In this podcast, we get political as we discuss colonialism, post-colonialism, economic slavery, racism, and abuse.For the first time, we are spoiler-free for the first 25-ish minutes because we encourage you to listen to us for the spoiler-free segment, go watch the film if you haven't seen it, then

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01:03:46

WITS chats a Double Feature | The Pink Panther (1963)...

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/02/19

Rebecca and Tori chat about Blake Edwards' 1963 classic, 'The Pink Panther,' and its follow-up, the 1964, 'A Shot in the Dark.' In our most spoiler-free episode to date, we discuss Peter Sellers' life, scenes that made us laugh the most, what didn't age well, and what was ludicrous. We kind of sing too.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from

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01:09:03

WITS chats 'Evolution' | dir. Ivan Reitman (2001)

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2026/02/12

Rebecca and Tori celebrate the anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth by chatting about the 2001 flick, 'Evolution.' We discuss some high points and some low points, overuse a couple of catch-phrases, and question some of the science.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabaySmooth Criminal clip: Michael Jackson | Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal

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01:07:38

WITS chats 'Best in Show' | REPLAY

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/02/05

We're re-releasing our episode for 'Best in Show' in honor of Catherine O'Hara.We'll be back next week with a new episode!

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01:17:03

WITS chats 'Black Narcissus' (1947)

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/02/01

Rebecca and Tori chat about their second recommendation from the Criterion Closet Picks, 'Black Narcissus.' Recommended by director Edgar Wright, we discuss British colonialism, emotional repression, and the many mirror representations between characters.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoPodcast Jazz Bossa Nova Acoustic Guitar Good Mood Music | by Denis-Pavlov-Music | PixabayTwinkle Twinkle Little Star | by Maksym Dudchyk Music | PixabayShining Star Flourish:

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01:02:26

WITS chats 'Casablanca'

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2026/01/22

Rebecca and Tori chat the 1942 classic film, 'Casablanca.' We cover some production history as well as character development and plot points. We chat some about the continuing relevance of the film.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 EffectTyping: from PixabayMovie ClipRaindog's House of Oddities | Shocked that Gambling Is Happening -

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01:05:12

WITS chats Jane Austen's 'Persuasion' | 1995

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2026/01/15

Rebecca, Tori, and returning guest host, Louise, chat the 1995 movie, 'Persuasion.' We can't believe it took us this long to get around to Austen!MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from Pixabay'Persuasion' clipMistress of Pemberley | "Frederick Wentworth's Letter (full scene) - Persuasion (1995) ES/PT-BR | 15 Dec 2024 | YouTubeOn the power and effects

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01:34:56

WITS chats The Criterion Collection | 'Room with a...

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/01/09

Rebecca and Tori begin a new series: Recommended By: Recommendations from the Criterion Closet. This week, our movie, "Room with a View,' is recommended by Nick Offerman. We rave about characters, performances, and production.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoSound EffectsShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish: Sound Effect by StudioKolomna from PixabaySourcesClip Source: Dwyer, Elizabeth | ‘Room with a View Clip’ | 19

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57:06

WITS chat Diner (1982)

Wallowing in the Shallows ·

2026/01/01

Rebecca and Tori ring in the New Year chatting about the 1982 movie, Diner, written and directed by Barry Levinson. We discuss gender dynamics and the transition into adulthood, while Tori waxes nostalgic about how the movie relates to her family. We get into some character development, the portrayal of women, and the cultural context of the 1950s.MusicApache Rock Instrumental | by Sound Atelier; licensed from JamendoShining Star Flourish: Sound Effect by u_it78ck90s3 from PixabaySpotlight Flourish:

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01:24:07

WITS chats Scrooge-Off 2025 | Round 4

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2025/12/25

Rebecca and Tori along with guest host, Debra, wind up Scrooge-Off 2025. This final round finds us discussing the 1984 'A Christmas Carol,' starring George C. Scott and the 1951 version starring Alastair Sim. Who will take the crown?MusicApache Rock Instrumental by Sound Atelier licensed through Jamendo Music.A Christmas Tale by Aleksey Voronin on PixabaySound EffectsRecord Scratch: Sound Effect free on Pixabay

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01:20:56

WITS chats Scrooge-Off 2025 | Round 3

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2025/12/18

Rebecca and Tori are joined by Debra to delve into Round 3 of the 2025 Scrooge-Off. This episode's contenders are the Patrick Stewart and George C. Scott. And, the winner is...MusicApache Rock Instrumental by Sound Atelier licensed through Jamendo Music.A Christmas Tale by Aleksey Voronin on PixabaySound EffectsRecord Scratch: Sound Effect free on Pixabay

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01:20:48

WITS chats Scrooge-Off 2025 | Round 2

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2025/12/11

Rebecca and Tori are joined again by Debra to continue with Scrooge-Off 2025. Guy Pearce returns after trouncing Reginald Owens in Round 1. Pearce is up against Patrick Stewart. Who will emerge the winner of Round 2?MusicApache Rock Instrumental by Sound Atelier licensed through Jamendo Music.A Christmas Tale by Aleksey Voronin on PixabaySound EffectsRecord Scratch: Sound Effect free on Pixabay

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01:27:27

WITS chats Scrooge-Off 2025 | Round 1

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2025/12/04

Rebecca and Tori are joined by Christmas movie aficionado, Debra, in our first ever Scrooge-Off. We pit a couple of versions of "A Christmas Carol" in a head-to-head competition. Round 1 finds the 1938 Reginald Owens version against the 2019 Guy Pearce version. The 2019 version takes us to some unexpected, dark places. Merry Christmas?MusicApache Rock Instrumental by Sound Atelier licensed through Jamendo MusicA Christmas Tale by Aleksey Voronin available on PixabaySound EffectRecord Scratch

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