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2025 All Media Year End Roundup

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Dec 21, 2025
In this discussion, Ron Richards, a media commentator and podcaster, joins Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan to recap the highlights of 2025 in movies, TV, music, and more. They dig into the emotional depth of Chloe Zhao's *Hamnet*, the nostalgic vibes of *Caught Stealing*, and the comedic brilliance of *The Naked Gun*. TV series like *The Pit* and *Slow Horses* get a special mention for their unique storytelling, while Ron highlights David Byrne’s music and notable live shows. The trio also shares their top book and podcast picks, wrapping up the year in style.
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INSIGHT

Genre Films Reward Openness

  • Weapons and other genre films this year showed horror can be both alien and plausibly grounded, delivering satisfying explanations.
  • Hosts urged trying genres you usually avoid because they can surprise you.
ANECDOTE

David Byrne's Record And Tour Resonated

  • David Byrne's Who Is The Sky? album and tour became a late-year highlight for Josh, blending new songs with Talking Heads classics.
  • He called Byrne an American treasure and praised Radio City performance.
ANECDOTE

Hamilton Live Was A Lasting Memory

  • Seeing Hamilton live with Leslie Odom Jr.'s return was special for Josh and his son despite the kid's initial fatigue.
  • Josh emphasized the long-term memory value of shared live theater experiences.
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