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05/08/2025

Tracie and Emily take us back to the early 1980's to revisit the obscure sword-and-sorcery fantasy film that is The Beastmaster.

While the girls fondly remember Dar's furry ferret friends, they were puzzled by the over-the-top level of male nudity. They also discuss some of the ugly cultural commentary about race, women, romance, consent and sexuality.

No need for bat-people hearing, Just put on your your headphones and listen in to this week's episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t.

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05/08/2025

On this week's episode of Deep Thoughts, Tracie Guy-Decker shares her thoughts about The Beastmaster, an obscure fantasy film from the early 1980s that was a staple of our formative years because it was on regular rotation on HBO (which people jokingly claimed stood for "Hey! Beastmaster's on!").

Emily Guy Birken remembered the Beastmaster's animal companions with fondness, especially his little ferret friends, and the over-the-top level of male nudity was certainly... ahem...interesting, but the movie offers some ugly cultural commentary and weirdly subverts storytelling expectations by continuing past the third act, making the short film feel way too long.

Still, there are many pretty people, cool animals, and fascinating storytelling details to admire in this forgotten 80s cult favorite.

Do you remember The Beastmaster? Were you around when it was a regular part of HBO's lineup?

As always, a big thank you to Resonate Recordings for producing our show!

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31/07/2025

It's summer and wedding season, so let's revisit the Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t episode - Four Weddings and a Funeral.

Emily and Tracie saw this movie together and it sparked their log-standing fixation on Hugh Grant. Find why Emily thinks Hugh is the embodiment of the word diffident.

Dust off your posh accents, don your headphones and listen to this episode...

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29/07/2025

On a hot day like today wouldn't it be nice to be on a ship on the ocean feeling the cool breeze? As long as that ship is not the Titanic.

Join Emily as she introduces Tracie to the 1997 blockbuster movie Titanic. Learn why Emily appreciates the fan theory that Jack is actually a trans man.

This episode may get a little steamy...

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24/07/2025

With most of us in the US experiencing a heat wave, let's settle in front of a strong fan or the AC and cool off as we revisit Tracie and Emily's Deep Thoughts About Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

Emily and Tracie appreciate filmmakers who take their tasks seriously, but never themselves.

Grab your trench coat and earbuds and head into Toontown for a Through Back Thursday edition of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t!

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22/07/2025

Mrs. Doubtfire is on Tracie's mind in this week's episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t. She found the movie more cringe worthy than she remembered with feminist stereotypes represented throughout.

Dig beneath the heavy makeup and prosthetics and you will find some sweet moments and genuine humor. Until then, carpe podcast!

Seize the headphones and take a listen.

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17/07/2025

It's Throwback Thursday on Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t. In this episode from May 16, 2024, Emily and Tracie revisit the Spice Girls and all the friendship-fueled chaos they brought to 1997.

Yes to girl power—but also, can we talk about those nicknames and the body shaming?

Here's the story from A to Z - you gotta throw on your headphones and listen carefully!

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16/07/2025

This week on Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t, Emily revisits Mannequin—the 1987 romcom that’s as weightless as dandelion fluff but sneaks in surprisingly progressive q***r representation.

Meshach Taylor’s Hollywood Montrose isn’t just comic relief; he’s a hero, a friend, and a rare example of joyful gay visibility in ’80s movies.

Careful—if you stand too still while you listen, someone might think you’re a mannequin.

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10/07/2025

"That’s so funny I forgot to laugh!"

In this week's Throwback Thursday episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t, Emily and Tracie welcome Mallory Henson for a deep dive into Pee-wee’s Playhouse.

Mallory shows how Paul Reubens built a world of joyful chaos and taught kids about acceptance and curiosity.

Sure, a cringey joke or two didn’t age well, but Reubens’ heart was always in making people happy.

Connect the headphones, la-la-la-la, and join us for the nostalgia trip.

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08/07/2025

On this week's episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t, Tracie takes a deep dive into Weird Science - the John Hughes teen comedy that reimagines the Greek myth of Pygmalion and reinforced the 1980's idea that computers were magic and that teenage love interests are prizes to be won.

No need to wear a bra on your head. Just some headphones and a soft spot for vintage teen comedies will do.

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01/07/2025

Happy Fourth of July Week! Let's start the celebration by listening to a new episode of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t - Independence Day.

Let's celebrate with Emily as she explains how this movie made her feel seen as an American Jew and how Roland Emmerich fought to have Will Smith in the lead role.

Listen to this episode and experience fireworks for your ears!

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24/06/2025

Welcome to Tuesday and a new edition of Deep Thoughts About Stupid Sh*t. This week, Emily and Tracie talk with Adam Gwon, award-winning musical theater writer, about Donald Sobol's Encyclopedia Brown books. Adam tells the Guy Girls how Encyclopedia Brown influenced his understanding of storytelling.

Dig out your magnifying glass and detective hat and get ready to listen and observe!

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