The Podcast Worm: Binge Mode

I really want to like this more than I do, but the hosts are just kinda unbearable between the screaming and how it feels like they're just reading a pre-written script sometimes. Both of those are just purely preference things.

I also find that for as deep and critical as they get into the themes of the work – which is the real highlight of the show and shows the depth of what they're analyzing – they're less critical about the actual quality of the films and think everything is amazing.

 

Just curious what episodes you've listened to. They have no problem tearing into plenty of plot holes and acting issues in Star Wars.

That being said, I've been listening to them since day 1, so I'm pretty blinded by my love of this show. I'd encourage you to listen to a few episodes if you haven't, though. My wife thinks the hosts are annoying too, but that mostly stems from her feeling like she's on the outside of an inside joke - which I totally get. But getting more familiar with the hosts and some of their jokes might alleviate that a little bit.

All that in mind; I totally understand how this isn't for everyone. Definitely an "energy" that might not jive with some people.

 

I’m usually not a podcast person, and I typically only tolerate them when someone in the car wants to listen, but I’m a huge King fan and can’t wait to check out Chat Sematary.

 

I think that point you made about your wife is pretty key. I listen to a lot of Ringer podcasts, some of which that go back to the Grantland days, and there are a lot of inside jokes baked in and part of their podcast culture. I love that style because it feels like they're friends I've known for years, but for the casual or late adopter listener, I can imagine it can be a bit exclusionary, or even obnoxious given how big some of the personalities are.

 

Thank you!! I'm getting some new guests on in 2020 from other horror websites/podcasts. Hope you enjoy it!

 

Totally get that it's not the podcast for everyone! I like a lot of The Ringer podcasts, but this has been one of my favorites this year. I've been following Mallory and Jason more since The Ringer launched and have just grown to enjoy their work and energy.

 

I listened to all the Potter podcasts and most of these Star Wars ones. Sure, there are criticisms I guess, but it's mostly hand-waved away because these are legacy titles with deep sentimental attachment. Which is fine, I guess. But it's not for me.

 

Yeah I was starting to wonder if I was alone in this sentiment. I've listened to Mallory since she was on the CFB podcast, but any time I hear them babbling back and forth (my significant other listens to all of them), it's kind of annoying. And yes, they do love everything. But oh well. People obviously eat this shit up. Just seems over the top 99% of the time.

 

Yeah, I think we understandably get used to podcasts and writing that's to serve as reviews. But I don't think that was ever the intent, it's definitely intended as an outlet of fan obsession, with them choosing their favourite pop culture content and delving into it to the highest degree. But I completely agree it isn't for everyone, and even liking them as personalities, I don't listen to all of their episodes because if I can't match their enthusiasm or familiarity with the subject, it can feel a bit too much.

 

I listen to the Ringer NBA show pods every week but haven't checked out binge mode, I'll have to give the star wars one a listen.

 

Binge Mode is wonderful, Jason and Mal are an absolute joy

 

Binge Mode: Harry Potter was the best thing I listened to all of 2018. I'm nearly done my second time through. They absolutely nail both the humour and the emotional stuff as well as delving deep into the plot and how to relate it to everyday life.

 

I can’t wait to finish those episodes! One day haha.

 

Agreed. It was almost like reading the books for the first time all over again. Loved those podcasts.