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The Bechdel Cast

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It's a Wonderful Life
Shrek Forever After
The Preacher's Wife
Fiona
The Bechdel Test
Reel Injun
Intersectional Feminism
Valentine's Day
Native American Representation
Christmas
The Color Purple
Cultural Appropriation
Dreamworks
Norma Desmond
Save the Last Dance
90s Teen Movies
Community Support
Cree
Pocahontas

The Bechdel Cast is a podcast about the portrayal of women in movies hosted by Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus.

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Latest Episodes

On this episode that feels like an episode, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Payton McCarty-Simas talk about the movie that feels like a movie... Don't Worry Darling (2022). Here's the piece we mention, "Don’t Worry Darling Is Peak White Feminism (A... more

On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Kayla Drescher have a discussion about The Prestige (2006), disappear it, then make it magically reappear for your listening pleasure!

Follow Kayla on social media at @magicinheels and check out he... more

This week, unicorns Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Hannah Eko set off on a journey to discuss The Last Unicorn (1982). Here's the Letterboxd review by Sally Jane Black that we mention - letterboxd.com/fuchsiadyke/film/the-last-unicorn/

... more

Jamie and Caitlin are kicking off the new year with an episode of your (Matrons') questions and our answers!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Kayla Drescher
A magician who runs a magic venue in Chicago.
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Episode: The Prestige with Kayla Drescher
Hannah Eko
Writer, book doula, founder of The Lit Club
Episode: The Last Unicorn with Hannah Eko
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Jess Murwin
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Episode: Rhymes for Young Ghouls with Jess Murwin: The Re-release
Mo Fry Pasic
Host of the podcast Worse Than You
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Carlos Camacho
Host of The Horror Agenda podcast, an aspiring screenwriter, and returning guest to discuss ooze-themed movies
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Liz Gotauco
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Episode: Party Girl with Liz Gotauco
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Episode: Sinners with Mx. Dalia Belle

Hosts

Caitlin Durante
Host and co-producer, known for her humor and critical insights into film and media representation.
Jamie Loftus
Co-host and producer, combining comedy with insightful commentary on film and societal issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.4k ratings
  • Found this podcast this year

    I’m enjoying the show a lot! I’ve even gone backwards and listened to some episodes that I actually LOVED and have been woken up why they’re bad movies but still enjoy from time to time when I turn off my awareness. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vainwreck
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unsubbed

    I want to love this show so bad. I really do. I just feel like Caitlin has a hard time seeing views that contradict hers and immediately jumps to invalidating the perception other women might have against a movie that she doesn’t find feminist enough by her standards.

    I find myself frustrated hearing her blow off guest interpretations. Jamie is much better at trying to understand or at least be respectful about views that contradict hers. Sorry guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GG from Seattle
    United States2 months ago
  • Important Perspectives but with room for improvement

    I got into the podcast though Jamie’s other more journalistic podcasts that I loved and always found compelling and informative.

    So I started listening to this podcast regularly and I think I’ve listened to around 100 episodes and found a lot of great films I now love through this show.

    However I do think there is plenty of room for constructive criticism while admiring the mission of the podcast.

    I just want to start by asking:

    Why don't they just focus on women-centered media?

    There is noth... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Eddy Tony
    United States3 months ago
  • Question mark?

    You do not need to say out loud the phrase “question mark?” Every time you ask a question

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    d4720472
    United States4 months ago
  • Pedantic

    Pedantic. Can be fun if they are ripping a movie you hate or like a movie you like but otherwise obnoxiously pedantic.

    Edited: officially done with this podcast. These ladies are over the top literal and have no sense of humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pumpernickel palace
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Positive comments highlight the engaging dynamic between the hosts and their guests, fostering lively discussions on film representation.
Listeners have expressed disappointment over repetitive content and wish for more in-depth research on certain films.
The podcast provides insightful and entertaining film analysis, particularly from a feminist viewpoint.

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New Year, New Q&A Episode
Q: What's been your favorite movie you two covered this year?
Caitlin named several, including Amadeus, while Jamie said Amadeus was her favorite.
New Year, New Q&A Episode
Q: Is it more fun to cover actually good movies or really bad movies?
They find joy in both; they love discussing how awful movies can be entertaining while also finding fulfillment in covering good movies.
New Year, New Q&A Episode
Q: What Hollywood trends of the 2020s do you like or dislike?
They appreciate the resurgence of lower-budget indie comedies and movies addressing class but dislike the labor issues and the industry's response to strikes, which they feel has led to lower TV quality.
New Year, New Q&A Episode
Q: How would you describe The Bechdel Cast's different eras since it started?
They observed growth in the show reflective of personal growth as individuals and a response to societal changes, marking different phases from hobby to network podcast to engaging with topics more deeply.
New Year, New Q&A Episode
Q: How did you guys meet?
They met at a comedy show in Boston about 13 years ago, were both impressed by each other's humor, and later became friends when they both moved to LA.

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This podcast emphasizes the examination of women's representation in film through an engaging and often humorous lens. Each episode is typically centered on a specific movie, where hosts analyze its themes, character dynamics, and the implications of its narrative through an intersectional feminist perspective. Notable aspects include discussions around race, gender dynamics, and cultural critiques, often highlighted by the hosts' personal anecdotes and insights shared by diverse guests from various backgrounds, including film industry professionals and activists. The content also encourages listeners to reflect critically on their viewing experiences and the media they consume, adding depth to conventional film analysis.

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8. Liz Gotauco

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