High & Low

There's nothing like finding out a good friend started a show you're deep into so as soon as Kiki Monique/@thetalkofshame got caught up, we dove into our thoughts about the season and its climactic finale. Focusing on a handful of families, each inspired by real former dynasties, it's a historical drama that unfolds at the convergence of old and new money. Being about New York City high society in...

The final episode of Season 2 reveals why no amount of reunions would bridge the gap in perceptions for several cast members. Whether it's divorcing couples, former best friends, or people who feel passionately about Danny's behavior when drinking, this reunion made it clear that some cast members are not able to move on. Janet makes additional allegations and seems indifferent to Nia's point abou...

A woman stuck on a tarmac downloads 'Book Lovers' and falls down a rabbit hole into the delightful romcom realm of Emily Henry's witty banter, heartfelt storylines, and endearing characters. Now that the woman (me, it was me on the tarmac) read all six of Emily's books back to back during her travels, this pod presents a brief summary of each. No major spoilers beyond a discussion of plots and gen...

The second reunion installment tests the limits of rage bait spewed from stunted men. After a solid 18min of Jax making excuses, wallowing in self pity, and shamelessly fishing for compliments, Jesse begins his own display of delusion against Michelle in his hideous, Grandma-couch-print polyester pants. Jason stands by his bestie, Janet holds onto her issues with Kristin and Zach, and Britney cont...

Heather's not-on-her-exact-birthday-birthday-party is overrun with drama, along with expensive activities. Smashing shot glasses made of ice and doing caviar "bumps" have no chance of eclipsing a wound up Shannon. Across these episodes we witness the confrontation that led to a U.S. Sun article about the aftermath of Shannon's rage. Gina and Travis plug their real estate company, Heather hire...

After a brief summary of the finale episode, we delve into Part 1 of the reunion where Jesse and Jax fail miserably at rewriting history as their soon-to-be ex-spouses fact check in real time, with backup. Failed marriages for the men in floral pants and 2.5 inch concealed lifts take center stage throughout but Nia and Kristin's close friendship and pregnancies are also highlighted. BONUS: A cring...

A jam packed episode on the Vice President's recent award, CBS cancelling Stephen Colbert's show, PBS and NPR losing all federal funding, the Senate ignoring another whistleblower, deportations to South Sudan, mistreating the intelligence community and their dire warnings about Russia, Murdoch meetings, and why the Epstein issue is never, ever going away. BONUS: another rant about Elon Find y...

The return of Gretchen and Slade coincides with Katie's peace offering lunch in an episode that takes a lengthy jaunt down memory lane. We're forced to remember fights of yore in frustrating detail as Tamra and Gretchen yell across hot water. Gina reveals tea from Tamra that makes Shannon's attempts to help Katie reconnect with the ladies seem like a good deed that hasn't gone unpunished. Emi...

The news that Jax won't be returning for season 3 hit mid-recap, while watching him continue to attempt to emotionally manipulate Brittany and desperately try to make a reconciliation part of their story. As Brittany moves forward with divorce, Jax laments that they shouldn't need lawyers and could talk it out as friends, while balking at paying half of his son's medical bills. Kristin and Luke di...

The 19th season of the original HW franchise kicks off by refreshing our memories of multiple issues from last season, too many of which involve Katie and her Bravo "blogger" besties. Gina and Travis moved their families back in together, Shannon paid her slimy ex and feels like a different person, Jen and Ryan are in wedding preparation mode, Tamra is in therapy, Emily is dealing with family and...

The fractured group tries to reconvene post-Kristen/Luke engagement but the undercurrent of drama resurfaces on the open ocean. Janet and Jason take on Danny, Nia, Kristen, and Luke about an array of converging issues. The episode also reveals irritation and resentment from Jasmine and Brittany regarding Danny and Nia. Throughout, Zach tries to keep the focus on Kristin and chides Brittany after i...

As Trump and Elon continue their online slap fight, we stay focused on the massive tax bill that will take from the working class to provide an astronomical budget for ICE and border patrol, along with tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. From eliminating loan options for the already burdensome endeavor of pursuing higher education in America, to ensuring a sharp decline in Medicaid eligibil...

This review of Careless People by Facebook/Meta whistleblower, Sarah Wynn-Williams, covers Chapters 43-48, plus the Epilogue. The book's final pages bring to life the devastating reality of how "careless people" at the helm of an unchecked platform can negatively impact the entire world, leaving civil unrest, hate crimes, acts of terrorism, and even a genocide, in its wake. Multiple horrors seem t...

The proposal episode feels like a romcom with its heartfelt moments amidst Luke's nerves, Zach's stress, and Nia's efforts to make sure Kristen showers and dresses up. Their careful planning pays off and Detective Doute is completely surprised and shocked by a beautiful and emotional moment. Things take an unexpected turn as Janet's initial reaction is disdain that her vacation away from her baby...

Chapters 38-43 are covered in this review of the whistleblowing book by former Facebook/Meta insider, Sarah Wynn-Williams. As Sarah is preparing to leave the company, she tries in vain to get details of the ongoing harassment from her boss, Joel Kaplan, on record with the legal team. Instead, she ends up coerced to take over his work with China, a country she'd been known to avoid due to her perso...

As the group prepares for a trip to Maui, they attempt to squash issues by utilizing tactics that range from a life coach to a famous Mexican restaurant. As the boyz touch chests and stare into each other's eyes, the women yell expletives over a margarita machine. Luke deals with the stress of executing a surprise for Detective Doute while also navigating emotions about his grandmother's illn...

Unfortunately, this episode focuses on Jax. We witness his first haircut, botox session, and boyz noight out after being released from treatment, all while lamenting about not yet seeing his son despite not contacting the mother of his child. A party for Zach's boyfriend Benji provides an opportunity for Jax to reintroduce himself to the group and massage the narrative that he's doing great, never...

After reviewing why the impromptu bombing of Iran violates the U.S. Constitution, we delve into the semantics of war, the optics of the post-bombing Presidential address, and various possible motivations, as well as potential outcomes. Then, how Trump continues to bring shame upon these lands by made sure to advocate for his dear friend, Vladimir, at the recent G7 meeting, all while our Vice Presi...

Now that Karen Read has been found not guilty, let's look at the differences between trials one and two, recap the situation, discuss new information presented, and review public interviews just given by Chris, Nicole, and Brian Albert, with Matt and Jen McCabe. As the public hopes that the town of Canton, Massachusetts will now focus on more likely causes of death for John O'Keefe, we go over var...

An episode filled with hatchet burying and blade sharpening. The major event being that Brittney finally files divorce papers one day before Jax's release, and we all breathe a sign of relief. The J-trio of Janet, Jason, and Jasmine, plus Melissa, mend their friendship wound by shifting blame onto Kristen, a choice that will no doubt have consequences. Later, as Kristen tries to confront Janet for...

The journey of former Facebook/Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams continues as we review highlights and takeaways from Chapters 33-37. As Sarah slowly makes her return to work after a complicated delivery with her second child, her manager, Joel, maintains his dual status as the least likeable person in the book and as a cautionary tale for any workplace. The outcome of the 2016 election displays...

After watching seemingly endless footage from people and reporters in Los Angeles, a rant about the militarized immigration raids that have resulted in escalating violence and federalizing the National Guard. Around the 6 minute mark, we get into the timeline of events that kicked off multiple raids in a Sanctuary City before comparing perspectives of residents with the opposing narrative being pr...

Jason and Janet's profound disappointment with Jasmine over the ring rumor takes center stage as the three J's meet up with the group for a beach bonfire where their friendship goes up in flames. Accusations that Jasmine made up the rumor take the discussion sideways, and after Jasmine reaches a boiling point, we all witness Janet get roasted alongside the group's S'mores. Zach and Kristen te...

A special T.A.C.O. Tuesday episode that starts with drama concerning a rapidly aging incontinent man who can't grow facial hair or dodge a punch, before shifting to concerns about increased data collection, MAHA's AI hallucinations, why communications from the CDC were a good thing, and Pam Bondi v the ADA (if performed by Jennifer Coolidge). Then, we shift to cover a Fyre fest inspired meme coin...

A recap of Chapters 27-32. As the company formerly known as Facebook and now known as Meta gets bolder when dealing with world-wide government regulation, author Sarah Wynn-Williams recounts her efforts to caution executives about the repercussions of capitalizing on inflammatory campaign ads and misinformation. While pregnant with her second child, she's faced with new challenges that range from...