High Low Brow

Send a text Ever wondered if the life of a high-class escort is as glamorous as it seems? We're back to spill the tea on our limited edition four-episode re-watch of Showtime's own Gigolos . This time, we're dissecting the quirks of episodes three and four, where we witness everything from Brace's date with an industry plant to Jimmy's toe-curling shenanigans with a wanna-...

Send a text High Low Brow is back, baby! We're here for a bonus four-episode re-watch of the 2011 SHOWTIME Original Series Gigolos.  The hit reality television show that we became obsessed with during the pandemic for its quirky and glamorous storytelling of the lives of male escorts living in Las Vegas. During this four-episode re-watch, we'll be offering you a front-row seat to redisco...

Send a text We're wrapping up our third season of High Low Brow, and what a ride it's been! We've had quite a diverse array of topics and guests and we take the first little bit to reflect on the wild and chaotic energy that fuels us, a few of our favourite moments, and what we're excited to bring into season four. For this finale episode, we're diving into the chaos of th...

Send a text Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and like anyone else, we've had to juggle a few. We're on the second last episode of S3 before we take a short break, but not without leaving you with another episode that is as neurodivergent as you can imagine. First, we dive into the second season of " The Bear " which surprised us in the best possible way. It's more th...

Send a text Settle in, podcast listeners, because we're about to take you on a journey. We'll laugh, we'll cry, we'll marvel at the absurdity of B-movies on Tubi, and question the enigma that is ' Showgirls '. This episode is a wild ride through current events, entertainment, and the peculiarities of life itself. Shifting gears from the heavy realities of the world, w...

Send a text Join us as we discuss our recent visit to the Toronto After Dark Film Festival and offer insights on two nail-biting thrillers - 'Suitable Flesh' and 'It's a Wonderful Knife.' But that's just the tip of the iceberg. We're also putting a spotlight on seasonal depression,  and Ama's sharing her journey reading Britney Spears new memoir, The Woman I...

Send a text This week, we're recapping some of the captivating shows we've been watching including newly premiered House of Villains and season five of  Love is Blind. Then, we finally finished Vanderpump Rules and of course, we need to update you all on our thoughts. Join us as we dissect the most cunning villains, and break down what makes House of Villians the show we've all been...

Send a text Get ready for an exhilarating ride as we take you on an unforgettable weekend getaway to celebrate our anniversary and a very special birthday in Niagara Falls, Ontario! We share some hilarious moments from the trip and recap the Voss Events show, "Night of the Living Drag" hosted by Yvie Oddly and including performances by Tayce, Denali, Angeria, Jorgeous, Icesis Couture, an...

Send a text Have you ever wondered what a fresh take on the American teen sex comedy genre could look like? Wondered how an artist like Lil Nas X has transcended genres and continued to defy expectations. This week's episode of High Low Brow is a roller-coaster ride of emotions, revelations, and hearty discussions. Our first discussion reflection on the brand-new film directed by Emma Seligma...

Send a text For years now, the fashion industry has had a problem. While the media has asked us to embrace beauty at every size, it feels like the fashion industry still has yet to catch up.  Join us as we dissect the politics of size in fashion, unearthing the biases that impact how plus-sized individuals express themselves. We'll spotlight the tokenization of fat people in the fashion indus...

Send a text We venture into the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles world for this week's episode! Hot on the heels of the film release, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem , you'll hear our honest review sharing what we loved, plus we reflect on our childhood memories of the Ninja Turtles and why we believe this film will have everyone yelling, ' cowabunga dudes! ' For the se...

Send a text Have you ever wondered why nobody seems to care about aliens anymore? Or why public incidents such as Mitch McConnell's alleged stroke on live TV can trigger personal trauma? Well, buckle up as we zestfully navigate these mysteries before welcoming our guest for this week: feminist culture critic, author, and anti-rape activist Roslyn Talusan to share some laughs and reflections o...

Send a text Could the latest Barbie movie be one of the greatest cinematic surprises of the year? We certainly think so. We dive headfirst into a riveting discussion about how the Barbie film brilliantly disrupts the blonde doll's stereotypical image. From its clever marketing ploys to its unexpected political subtext to the film’s self-awareness, rip-roaring musical numbers, and a cast as co...

Send a text Can reality television and therapy coexist? Does the intersection of the two offer a hidden path to personal growth? Buckle up, we're about to embark on a captivating journey through the complex world of therapy representation in reality TV. Let's start off with an insider's take: journalist Ishani Nath shares her perspective after extensively researching for her Refiner...

Send a text What do Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and a Michelin Star Space dinner have in common? Lol, just this past week's news cycle. We discuss the wild world of billionaires and share our thoughts on how this is all just one "post-game" world, a la Black Mirror.    From there, our conversation takes a turn to explore the controversial HBO show ' The Idol, ' created by...

Send a text Are you feeling the burn of fandom fatigue? Fear not, because this episode has got you covered! We're joined by the incredibly insightful podcaster (from queer Star Wars podcast, RuPalp's Podrace ) and cultural critic Klaudia Amenábar , who's ready to help us navigate the world of passionate fandoms and the challenges of finding quality content. Together, we'll expl...

Send a text What do you get when you combine a chaotic comedy series, a messy queer reality TV show, and an attempt at making our first YouTube video? You get this week's episode of High Low Brow! We're back to give you our unique high-brow takes on some of the most entertaining low-brow television out right now. We've had plenty of time to catch up on TV between our misadventures i...

Send a text It's hard to believe we're already on our third episode of season three! In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the fascinating intersection of AI and the music industry. Our guest for the day is Pablo the Don , a culture critic and TikTok influencer known for their insightful commentary on the latest music and pop culture trends. We have been a massive fan of Pablo si...

Send a text Welcome to our second episode of season three and our very first MINI High Low Brow episode. As mentioned, we'll drop one mini-episodes a month alongside one full-length guest episode so that you can get the maximum High Low Brow experience. In this episode, River and Ama are digging into stuff they're watching and pop culture news that has been happening recently. Like Tucke...

Send a text Welcome to our first episode of season three and a special episode just before 4/20! We're here to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the classic movie, Dazed and Confused (directed by Richard Linklater) and to dig into the film's impact on North America's widespread cannabis use and media representation. Of course, for this first episode of season three, we needed to inv...

Send a text It's only been 84 years, but we're back for Season 3 of High Low Brow. I'm sure you all understand - we're all collectively exhausted. For this week's intro to season three, I'm happy to introduce the pod's new co-host and probably my fave person: my partner, River Gilbert. In this short 30-minute episode, listen to one person with ADHD and one person...

Send a text Well, faithful listeners, it's that time again ⁠— the end of the season. You have been on such an incredible second-season journey with us. We brought on our brand new host Ameema! We tried out a new show format! We had on some of our fave guests (to date) and broke some of our listening records. And that was all thanks to you! So kick back and listen to this 40-minute love letter...

Send a text Media featuring cops has been a staple of North American film and television culture. Heck, who didn't grow up watching Law and Order on A&E? However, during the George Floyd protests, copaganda was identified as a widespread tactic of the police and media. Officers kneeling with protestors in performative displays of solidarity online. People worldwide became increasingly awa...

Send a text Listen, we don't mind admitting it:  memes are a huge love language for us. No matter who you are and what stage we are at in our friendship,  you best believe you will get a meme sent from me to you. Throughout the pandemic, many people used memes to cope with the world's heaviness, as they're an undeniably fun way to express one's emotions and feelings. But they a...

Send a text We're at the end of Pride Month and wow, what a Pride Month it has been. The U.S. Supreme Court justice just overturned Roe vs Wade and there are rumblings that same-sex marriages are next. 👀😡 Wow, we hate it here, officially. So perhaps to get our minds off things, it's time for our latest episode. It's our next installment in this month's all Pride-related conte...