’Merica Madness: Family and Capitalism Round 2
Our search for the most American piece of pop culture rolls on with the next round of matches in the Family and Capitalism corners of our bracket.
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American Idol on Overthinking It
’Merica Madness: Capitalism Round 1
In America, first you get the money…
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Episode 411: Potemkin Sausage Factory
On the Overthinking It Podcast, we discuss what makes reality singing competitions wonderful… or terrible. And we wrap up our coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest 2016.
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The Musical Talmud: “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” by Kelly Clarkson
Pop musicians love quoting Friedrich Nietzsche. But do they love what he means?
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Open Thread for May 27, 2011
If you want to close this thread, just tear off the little R/W plastic tab on the edge of the cassette. Until then, this thread stays Open. What goes on? We’ve got Scotty McCreery, winner of Idol’s tenth season; Lady … Continued
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Open Thread for May 19 2011
The American Idol finale, M-Bone, Pirates of the Caribbean 4, and the week of May 20th
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Open Thread for January 21, 2011
American Idol, X-Men First Class, Batman and the week ending January 21, 2011.
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Open Thread for May 28, 2010
An Open Thread on American Idol S9, Gary Coleman’s head injury, 50 Cent’s crazy weight loss, and more.
Open Thread for January 15, 2010
Good morning, Overthinkers! We have had one hell of a week, let me tell you. And I will tell you. Leading the headlines this week is the continuing battle over the fate of The Tonight Show. As of this writing, … Continued