Tom Lorenzo
Tom & Lorenzo’s Pop Style Opinionfest
Authors and bloggers Tom Fitzgerald and Lorenzo Marquez render judgment on all the latest goings-on in the worlds of celebrity, pop culture, television and fashion. Strap yourselves in for some hilarious opinionating on all the most pressing issues of our time, darlings.
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Episodes
Movie Talk: ”Being the Ricardos,” ”Belfast,” ”The Power of the Dog” 03.12.2021 1:01:25
T Lo give their in-depth reviews of "Being the Ricardos," "Belfast" and "Power of the Dog." Is Nicole Kidman a believable Lucille Ball? Does Kirsten Dunst deserve and Oscar? Why did Tom cry through a one third of "Belfast" when it's not a tragedy? And why are all three of these films on their year-end Best list?
Unpacking ”Spencer” and its Relationship with Accuracy 19.11.2021 50:43
T Lo dive deep on Kristen Stewart's astonishing portrayal of Princess Diana in director Pablo Larraín's "Spencer," unpacking the film's fantastical interpretation of the Princess of Wales' life and asking question about just how much leeway storytellers should have in interpreting real people.
”Passing,” ”The Green Knight,” and Respecting the Source Material 12.11.2021 1:04:49
T Lo discuss "Passing," starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga and "The Green Knight," starring Dev Patel and Alicia Vikander, diving deep on the themes, art direction, costume design and performances and showing how each film's director let the source material determine the direction, no matter how dated it was.
The Big Celebrity Stories of the Week and What They Mean 05.11.2021 52:42
T Lo unpack a whole range of celebrity news, from Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson dating to Chris Pratt trolling the public to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's casting in the Wicked movie adaption. PLUS: Why early aughts bloggers had it right when they treated stars with a lot more cynicism than today and why it's pointless to get mad at Kardashians.
It Doesn‘t Matter How You Dune 29.10.2021 52:42
It's a sci-fi themed PSO as T Lo explain why Apple TV's "Invasion" is such a disappointment before launching into an extended discussion of director Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune starring Timothee Chalamet. The costumes, the art direction, the performances, their favorite scenes and the cliched Middle Eastern cultural appropriation - they talk about it all.
A Whole Bunch of Opinions on the World this Week 22.10.2021 45:41
T Lo unpack the news about the tragic accident on Alec Baldwin's film set and the homophobic attacks on Pete Buttigieg, but first: Are SJP's "And Just Like That" costumes for real? PLUS: Why Nicole Kidman is all wrong to play Lucille Ball and whether biopics need to cast for resemblance or mimicry.
The Chappelle Mess, Lizzo‘s Triumph and Project Runway‘s Return 15.10.2021 59:09
Description: T Lo give their thoughts on Dave Chappelle's transphobic Netflix comedy special and the fallout from it, dissect Lizzo's bold fashion choice for Cardi B's birthday party, and talk about the return of Project Runway for its 19th season and muse on the show's effects and changes in all the years of covering it.
What‘s Up with ”Squid Game” and ”Diana: The Musical”? 08.10.2021 50:56
T Lo look at the astonishing popularity of Netflix's breakaway hit "Squid Game" and laugh their way through the hilariously awful "Diana: The Musical" in order to answer one question about both of them: Why are people so fascinated by this? From Harry and Meghan to the fall of capitalism, they break it all down for you. PLUS: Why Adele's double Vogue covers matter and why it's good that they're so...
Let‘s Talk About TV Stuff 01.10.2021 1:02:38
It's an all TV TALK episode of the PSO as T Lo dive into the Ellen Pompeo/Denzel Washington "Grey's Anatomy" story and what it says about the insulated lives of stars, then offer their contradictory takes on "Midnight Mass," "Y: The Last Man" and "Foundation."
Sandy and Megs, Having Themselves a Week 17.09.2021 45:23
T Lo tackle the ridiculous brouhaha over the "TAX THE RICH" dress Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wore to the Met Gala and why she was perfectly in her rights to do so. PLUS: Harry and Meghan make the TIME 100, pose for a really weird picture, get a ton of totally predictable blowback.
Why The John Mulaney Parasocial Kerfuffle Matters 10.09.2021 55:40
T Lo take on the huge blowback regarding John Mulaney's personal life and explain all the personal, professional, and societal reasons they're holding firm on their opinion that parasocial relationships with celebrities shouldn't be normalized. Bring back that early aughts cynicism!
Anti-Backlash Backlash! 26.08.2021 54:28
T Lo unpack the recent so-called "backlash" against "Ted Lasso," explain why it was inevitable, and take a bunch of TV critics to task for buying into the pernicious "Let people enjoy things" framing. PLUS: A review of Hulu's "Nine Perfect Strangers" and why it seems to be falling so flat.
Cringe TV vs. Earnest TV: "Ted Lasso," "The White Lotus" and "Schmigadoon!" 13.08.2021 1:04:20
T Lo talk television as they review "Ted Lasso," "The White Lotus" and "Schmigadoon!" and explain why those shows might not be for everyone. PLUS: What's with all these dirty celebrities?
Matt Damon is a D-Slur 04.08.2021 43:48
After his disastrous Sunday Times interview, T Lo run down all of the ways in which Matt Damon has been a blindly privileged, narcissistic jerk and why his latest admission (of using an anti-gay slur) should not be celebrated or explained away so quickly.
"Jungle Cruise," Bad Gucci Accents and Hollywood Nepotism 30.07.2021 44:50
T Lo give their thoughts on the campy Italian accents of the "House of Gucci," review the disappointing "Jungle Cruise," and go off on the blindness of Hollywood elites who think nepotism isn't a factor and that show business is a meritocracy.
Someone Pry the Olympics Uniforms Out of Ralph Lauren's Hands 23.07.2021 40:00
T Lo have HAD IT with the preppy nightmares that Ralph Lauren keeps forcing on American Olympians and they'll tell you why his outdated Americana aesthetic is borderline offensive in 2021. PLUS: Prince Harry's memoirs and why they make T Lo cringe!
Emmy Snubs, "Loki" Disappointments and "Mad Men" in Space 16.07.2021 48:41
T Lo run down the 2021 Emmy nominations and give their thoughts on who should win and who got snubbed before Tom launched into an extended rant about how much he disliked the "Loki" finale. PLUS: You absolutely MUST watch Apple TV+'s "For All Mankind."
T Lo's Big Las Vegas Adventure! 02.07.2021 54:22
T Lo give you the lowdown on all the fun and fabulousness of the Las Vegas leg of their book tour, give their thoughts on the Princess Diana statue, congratulate the new Miss Nevada for making history, and review both "Black Widow" and the latest "Loki."
Britney's Bombshell and Why Carl Nassib's Coming Out Matters 25.06.2021 48:35
T Lo talk about the importance of Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib's coming out and why his political affiliations don't matter. Then, they run down Britney Spears' shocking testimony begging for her conservatorship to end and explain why it may be one of the biggest celebrity scandals of all time. PLUS: a review of AMC's confusing "Kevin Can F**K Himself."
Queer PDAs, The History of Cruising & Hot Reality TV Goss 18.06.2021 48:22
T Lo gossip about some "Project Runway" designer scandals, weigh in on the Chrissy Teigen and Rita Moreno stories, and talk about the history of queer PDAs, cruising, and non-verbal socializing in the pre-Stonewall era.
Dr. Jill's Jacket, the Queens of Hacks, a Forgotten Queer Icon and Lilibet Diana 11.06.2021 52:20
T Lo talk about Jill Biden's "LOVE" jacket and what it means, gush over the glory of the "Hacks" season finale, profile forgotten trans icon Rachel Harlow, and welcome Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor to the world.
Queer Erotic History, Sex Work, and Why Pride Must Be Horny on Main 04.06.2021 48:07
T Lo take on the tiresome "No Kink at Pride" discourse by highlighting the importance of queer erotic artists like Bob Mizer and Tom of Finland as well as the brave contributions of the front line of Queer Liberation, the sex workers who fought back first.
When Fashion Design Meets Costume Design: "Cruella" and "Halston" 21.05.2021 48:21
T Lo discuss the Oscar-worthy work of costume designer Jenny Beavan in the surprisingly high-quality and couture-focused "Cruella" and interview Jeriana San Juan, the costume designer for Netflix's "Halston" on how to merge fashion design with the needs of costume design.
"Halston," "Hacks" and the Future of the Red Carpet 14.05.2021 56:07
T Lo gush over Jean Smart and her new HBO Max series "Hacks" and the news that Laverne Cox is taking over red carpet duties on E! Then they give the history behind the legendary "Battle of Versailles" depicted in "Halston;" an event that changed the world of fashion forever.
Looking Out Over the Spring 2021 TV Landscape 07.05.2021 59:02
T Lo report on upcoming seasons of "Lupin," "Call My Agent," and "Making the Cut," before launching into reviews of "Jupiter's Legacy," "The Nevers," and "Mare of Easttown." Plus a look at "Pose" and an explanation of why they don't want to cover the show.
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