

Binchtopia
Julia Hava & Eliza McLamb
If Plato and Aristotle had internet addictions and knew what "gaslighting" was, they'd probably make this podcast. Hosts Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb guide you through our current cultural hellscape, share sociological and psychological perspectives on pop culture, and deconstruct everything you've ever loved. Come have a laugh with us through the end times of late stage capitalism! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 5, 2022 • 1h 4min
My Higher Self Has An Apple Watch
In the first episode of the year, the ladies tell you how to be "that girl," discussing Aristotelian ethics and the mind vacuum of TikTok along the way. Digressions include the best tweets of 2021, the biggest wave in the world, and a potential sponsorship that made us violently ill. For bonus content, subscribe to our Patreon here. Buy our merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 2021 • 4min
Re: Skunk Traps On the Property *TEASER*
In a chatty episode, the ladies make their official commentary on Showtime's Couple's Therapy, the Red Scare podcast, Ted Bundy (new and improved), and many of the other happenings in the cultural zeitgeist. This immersive episode is set in Eliza's deathtrap apartment with special guests Harley and Bug McLamb. Listen to the full episode here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 2021 • 1h 5min
Nancy Reagan Throat GOATus
In this episode, the girlies review the most iconic pop culture events of 2021 including Demi Lovato’s froyo beef, Lorde’s sleeper album, Hilaria Baldwin's Latinx tease, and more. Subscribe to the Patreon here. Shop our merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 2021 • 1h 10min
Binchiversary
The ladies celebrate the one year anniversary of Binchtopia by answering all of your burning questions. They reveal the origins of the podcast and their friendship, intel about their favorite episodes, and how the podcast has changed both of their little rat brains for the better. Thank you for spending this year with us, and we can't wait to spend many, many more with you! Subscribe to our patreon here. Buy our merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 2021 • 1h 16min
WTF was #Kony2012?
In this episode, the ladies dive into the fever dream that was #Kony2012. They discuss the documentary, its cultural impact, and the glaring flaws of both the film and its creator. Digressions include Julia’s review of House of Guncci, the yassification of Eliza’s veterinarian, and a good healthy dose of CBT slander. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 2021 • 2min
Gav's History Hour *TEASER*
In this episode, Gav, Julia's Dad, joins the podcast to answer your history questions. The conversation ranges from "was colonialism because of spices?" to "would Napoleon have been such a menace if he wasn't a short king?" Plus, the hilarious history gaffes Gav's students have made in their papers over the years. Listen to the full episode here Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 2021 • 1h 10min
It's Giving Thanks
In a return to the old Binchtopia days, the ladies have a little old fashioned chat. Topics include the horrific city planning of Los Angeles, our strange presence in your dreams, and Eliza’s recent near death experience. Subscribe to our patreon here. Buy our merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 2021 • 1h 21min
This Episode is BPA Free
In this episode, the ladies dive into the world of clean beauty and examine whether or not we can ever escape "toxic" chemicals. Digressions include advice for cheapskate richie boyfriends, Taylor Swift's not-so-new album drop, and Eliza's shameful trip to Brandy Melville. Support the podcast on Patreon here. Buy Binchtopia merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 2021 • 1h 21min
Ben Franklin off the Percs
In this episode, the ladies discuss the complicated history and devastating present of the opioid crisis. Digressions include discussion of Chris Pratt’s jail-worthy wife posts, the Astroworld tragedy, and why the founding fathers should have never been trusted to write legally binding documents. Support the podcast on patreon here. Buy Binchtopia merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 2021 • 1h 23min
The Whorigin Story
In this episode, the ladies investigate the history of casual sex and hookup culture. Digressions include the questionable ethics of the Mii plaza, the atrocities of Lamb (2021), and more of your hilarious sex stories. Watch the video episode here. Buy our merch here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.