Better Than Bad?: Recent Episodes
Jessica Rolland
Each episode we will watch an actors highest and lowest rated films from IMDb and figure out which one we actually preferred? They can’t all be that bad, right? Find us on Instagram and Twitter @betterbadpod
Hosted by Jess (@jess_rolland on Twitter/@jessrolland on Instagram)
In this episode, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) was joined by Russell (@russlovesmovies) to discuss Christopher Nolan's highest and lowest-rated films. They discussed The Dark Knight and Insomnia, can you guess which one was their favourite?
Follow Russell's podcast 'Not Just For Kids' at @adultstoopod
Follow the podcast @betterbadpod on across social media.
Follow Jess @jess_rolland on Twitter and @jessrolland on Instagram.
Want to be a guest? Drop us a DM on any of our socials and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
In this episode, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) was joined by Hannah (@queenbeastsays) from Fats on Film (@fatsonfilm) to discuss David Tennant's highest and lowest-rated films. They discussed United and St Trinian's 2: The Legend of Fritton's Gold, can you guess which one was their favourite?
Follow the podcast @betterbadpod on across social media.
Follow Jess @jess_rolland on Twitter and @jessrolland on Instagram.
Want to be a guest? Drop us a DM on any of our socials and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
We're back for season 3!!!
In this episode, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) was joined by Patrick (@patrickjregal) and Taylor (@maylortalone) from Feature Presentation (@featpresvid) to discuss Robin William's highest and lowest-rated films. They discussed Good Will Hunting and Merry Friggin' Christmas, can you guess which one was their favourite?
Follow the podcast @betterbadpod on across social media.
Follow Jess @jess_rolland on Twitter and @jessrolland on Instagram.
Want to be a guest? Drop us a DM on any of our socials and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
In this episode, host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by James (@roddersj04) to discuss Mads Mikkelsen's highest and lowest rated films! Listen to them discuss The Hunt and Exit and find out which one was their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
In this episode, host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by returning guest Brett (@BHerlingshaw) to discuss Timothee Chalamet's highest and lowest-rated films! Listen to them discuss Dune and The Adderall Diaries and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
In this episode, host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Clare (@clareellenhope) to discuss Melissa McCarthy's highest and lowest-rated films! Listen to them discuss St. Vincent and Cook off and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
In this episode, host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Nicole (@nicoleackman16) to discuss Emma Thompson's highest and lowest-rated films! Listen to them discuss In The Name of the Father and Junior. and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Billie (@billiemelissa_) to discuss Greta Gerwig's highest and lowest-rated films! Listen to them discuss Frances Ha and Lola Vs. and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
TRIGGER WARNING The following episode includes discussions of weight and body image issues, as well as brief mentions of disordered eating, please proceed with caution if any of these issues are triggering to you.
In this special edition two part episode host @jess_rolland discusses the way that beauty standards are portrayed in Film. For part 2, Jess was joined by Zoë Wells (@ZoeWells_) to discuss the acting industry and their experiences with beauty standards within the industry.
Research links:
CNN Health article "The history of the ‘ideal’ woman and where that has left us": https://edition.cnn.com/2018/03/07/health/body-image-history-of-beauty-explainer-intl/index.html
Book: Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings: https://amzn.eu/d/iAvzCss
The Body Positivity Movement Is Not So Positive Anymore... by Salem Tovar https://youtu.be/JGlbifiP4ig
Euphoria has a diversity issue video essay by Moe Black https://youtu.be/2PDOclSa6Eo
LA Times Article "Sarah Paulson has regrets about playing Linda Tripp." https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2021-08-26/sarah-paulson-linda-tripp-american-crime-story-impeachment
If you wish to discuss any of these issues further please feel free to reach out to the podcast at @betterbadpod on Twitter and Instagram.
TRIGGER WARNING The following episode includes discussions of weight and body image issues, as well as brief mentions of disordered eating, please proceed with caution if any of these issues are triggering to you.
In this special edition two part episode host @jess_rolland discusses the way that beauty standards are portrayed in Film. For part 1, Jess was joined by Taylor Malone (@maylortalone) to discuss the films Bridget Jones's Diary, Dumplin' and Good Luck To You, Leo Grande.
Research links:
CNN Health article "The history of the ‘ideal’ woman and where that has left us": https://edition.cnn.com/2018/03/07/health/body-image-history-of-beauty-explainer-intl/index.html
Book: Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings: https://amzn.eu/d/iAvzCss
The Body Positivity Movement Is Not So Positive Anymore... by Salem Tovar https://youtu.be/JGlbifiP4ig
Euphoria has a diversity issue video essay by Moe Black https://youtu.be/2PDOclSa6Eo
If you wish to discuss any of these issues further please feel free to reach out to the podcast at @betterbadpod on Twitter and Instagram.
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Calum (@calum_h_cooper) to discuss Anya Taylor Joy's highest and lowest-rated films! Listen to them discuss The Menu and Here Are The Young Men and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Kat (@GizmoShikari) to discuss Margot Robbie's highest and lowest-rated films. Listen to them discuss The Wolf of Wall Street and I.C.U. and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Vincent (@DrGaine) to discuss Steven Spielberg's highest and lowest-rated films. Listen to them discuss Schindler's List and 1941 and find out their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Thomas (@NotTheWhosTommy) from the Double Edged Double Bill podcast (@DEDBpod) to discuss Nicolas Cage's highest and lowest rated films. Listen to them discuss Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse and Jiu Jitsu and find out which one was their favourite.
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
WE'RE BACK FOR SEASON 2!
In the first episode of season 2 host Jess (@jess_rolland) was joined by co-host of the podcast Is Paul Dano Ok? (@IsPaulDanoOk), Matt (@MattBrothers2) to discuss Paul Dano's highest and lowest-rated films. Listen to them discuss There Will Be Blood and Weapons and find out which one they prefer!
You can follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head to our Twitter page and drop us a DM telling us which actor you'd like to discuss.
IT'S THE TENTH OFFICIAL EPISODE! In this episode Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by Calum (@calum_h_cooper) to discuss Bong Joon Ho's highest and lowest-rated films! Which one did they prefer?
Follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter: @betterbadpod
In this special edition of Better Than Bad, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Alex (@PresenterAlex) and Billie (@billiemelissa_) to discuss their thoughts on Olivia Wilde's Don't Worry Darling, the discourse surrounding the film, Florence Pugh and the role we all play in how films are received online.
Follow the podcast on Insta and Twitter: @betterbadpod
In this episode host Jess (@jess_rolland) is joined by the hosts of The Vince Vaughn-a-thon and Y2Kidz Pod (@vaughnathon / @Y2KidzPod), Patrick (@patrickjregal) and Taylor (@maylortalone) to discuss Hugh Jackman's highest and lowest rated films. Which one did they prefer?
To keep up to date with everything Patrick and Taylor are doing, head to featurepresentationvideo.substack.com to subscribe.
Follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter: @betterbadpod
Follow Jess if you want ;)
Insta: @jessrolland
Twitter: @jess_rolland
This episode Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Brett (@bherlingshaw) to discuss Tom Cruise's highest and lowest rated films. Listen to them discuss The Mummy, Universal's failed Dark Universe and the adrenaline rush that is Top Gun: Maverick!
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram: @betterbadpod
Link to video mentioned by Brett: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1jg5YlQuT8&t=86s&ab_channel=LeeEntertainmentChannel
In this episode, Better Than Bad host, Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Shaun (@salexanderfilm) to discuss Dwayne Johnson's highest and lowest-rated films.
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram: @betterbadpod
GUESTS WANTED! We are always on the lookout for guests. If you would like to appear on the pod then drop us a message on twitter or Instagram (@betterbadpod) and tell us which actor you would love to discuss and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
This episode host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Zoë Wells (@ZoeWells_) to discuss Dev Patel's highest and lowest rated films. Which one will they prefer?
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram: @betterbadpod.
THIS PODCAST NEEDS YOU! If you want to be guest on the pod then please do not hesitate to let us know. Head on over to @betterbadpod on insta or twitter and drop us a message telling us which actor you would like to discuss!
In this episode host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Billie (@billiemelissa_) to discuss Adam Driver's highest and lowest rated films. Which one will they prefer?
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram: @betterbadpod
We are always looking for guests on the podcast! Head on over to @betterbadpod on either insta or twitter and drop us a quick message if you would like to be on the podcast!
After a brief break Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is back with a little update on what is coming next at Better Than Bad!
Follow us:
Twitter/Insta: @BetterThanBad
In this episode, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by Alex (@PresenterAlex) to discuss Florence Pugh's highest and lowest rated films and her career. Which film will they both prefer?
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head on over to @betterbadpod and drop us a message telling us who you would like to discuss.
In this episode, host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland) is joined by the podcast's first guest, Jodie Garnish (@jodiegarnish) to discuss Brendan Fraser's highest and lowest rated films. Which film will they prefer? And who will be discussed in the next episode? A
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @betterbadpod
Want to be a guest? Head over to @betterbadpod on Insta and Twitter and drop us a message telling us who you would like to discuss.
In this episode, I'll be discussing the highest and lowest-rated films of Jodie Foster. The Silence of the Lambs and Mesmerized. Which one was actually better? And at the end of the episode, I announce the actor we'll be discussing next!
Links to articles about the portrayal of Buffalo Bill/Jame Gumb in The Silence of the Lambs:
https://qz.com/quartzy/1566136/silence-of-the-lambs-is-a-win-for-women-but-fails-lgbtq-culture/
https://www.avclub.com/30-years-in-the-silence-of-the-lambs-jame-gumb-still-1846252158
https://www.vox.com/culture/22281548/silence-of-the-lambs-cultural-impact-legacy-feminist-transphobia
Socials: @betterbadpod
Jessica's social media: insta - @jessrolland / Twitter - @jess_rolland
In this episode, we discuss the highest and lowest-rated films of Helena Bonham Carter. Did we prefer Fight Club or Planet of the Apes? We also reveal the actor we'll be discussing on the next episode of the podcast!
Insta/Twitter: @betterbadpod
Host Jess Rolland (@jess_rolland on Twitter) introduces the 'Better Than Bad?' podcast and reveals which actor's highest and lowest-rated films we'll be watching and discussing in the next episode.
Insta/Twitter: @betterbadpod