Laura Miller

Join Laura Miller, Slate's insightful book critic, Nadira Goff, a keen cultural commentator, and Dana Stevens, an expert film critic, as they explore thought-provoking themes. They delve into Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent, blending paranoia and magical realism. The discussion shifts to the buddy comedy dynamics in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a quirky Game of Thrones prequel focusing on relatable characters. Finally, they reflect on the immersive yet extreme teaching methods of UPenn's Justin McDaniel, sparking conversations on literature's evolving landscape.

Laura Miller, Slate's books and culture columnist, steps in to discuss Netflix's 'KAOS,' where Jeff Goldblum hilariously reimagines Zeus in a modern setting. The panel critiques the show’s storytelling, balancing humor with potential pitfalls in character development. They then dive into Victor Erice's 'Close Your Eyes,' a poignant exploration of art and identity after a long hiatus. Finally, they tackle the frustrations surrounding music streaming services like Spotify, debating whether they enhance or stifle musical exploration.

In this episode, Laura Miller and Rebecca Onion discuss Passages, a controversial film involving a love triangle. They also talk about the revival of the TV show Justified and the scandal surrounding Michael Oher's adoption. The exclusive Slate Plus segment explores nature writing. Finally, they endorse the detective series Deadlock and Anya Liftig's memoir, Holler Rat.