Overly Critical: Recent Episodes
Nikki Callo
Imagine the most annoying person you know actually having a point… That’s basically what this podcast is. Nikki and her guests talk through their unsolicited chronically online takes, pop culture, society and the internet (while criticizing all of it). Some might say that we are overly critical, and they’d be right.
In this episode Nikki & repeat guest Mark Garza talk about things they hate and what's in and what is out! These opinions are all our own and are in no way reflections of anyone or anything we are associated with.
In this episode Nikki & guest Julia Spino talk about the struggle of finding both romantic and platonic connection in the modern world. Technology is a plague that has rotted all of our ideas of connection so that sucks <3 But love more...
In this episode Nikki & guest Mia Callo talk about all of the things that we do not understand. Spoiler alert: there's a lot. Warning that you may lose brain cells listening
in this episode Nikki & guest Aileen Bahr talk about their experiences of growing up in a time where the internet was becoming more and more advanced and how their parents did/didn't make sure they browsed safely. Digressions include chilvary, the Minion movie, & why you should keep receipts.
In this episode Nikki & guest Jocelyn Soto talk all about the ways that being online has affected their self esteem. From the need to keep up with beauty trends to liking for a rate from a middle schooler on your Facebook wall... How could we ever have felt confident?
In this episode Nikki & guest Emily Rajkovac talk all about their experiences on Tumblr in 2014 and the Lana Del Rey to unstable teen pipeline. We also share our rankings of Harry's House... don't come for us...
In this episode NIkki & guest Kendal Charnota talk all about influencers & content creators, the power that comes with having a platform, the harm of the industry, and how we can all do better online tbh....
In this episode Nikki is joined by guest Rachel Nowak to talk all about Tik Tok fashion, micro trends, and the flop that is fast fashion. We go through a round of Slop or Flop, our version of Bop or Flop and give our takes on the cursed trends that are Tik Tok fashion.
In this episode Nikki & guest Martha Vazquez talk all about the fitness industry. From a tier list of gyms to the obscene amount of money people spend on cult-y group fitness classes, we cover it all. When the people who struggle to prioritize self care are the same people living pay check to paycheck, are group fitness classes really accessible for the people wh need them the most?
In this episode Nikki & guest Mark Garza talk about the effects that toxic masculinity had on Mark as a teenage boy and how it hindered him from growing into his emotions. We also talk about the dynamic of teenage boy friendships & the role of video games and violence in teen boys. Other digressions include reviews of the Ultimatum on Netflix & why men shouldn't give you relationship advice.
In this episode Nikki & guest Bailey Mattas talk about the ethical implications of monetizing your family dynamic and potentially exploiting your children for money. We talk about different cases of exploited family dynamics on both the flop (the Duggar's) and the bop (Kardashian's) sides. As Tik Tok mommy bloggers gain traction, we have to wonder what the implications will be for the children long term and who is looking out for these kids?
In this episode Nikki & guest Natalia Mangieri talk about cancel culture and the way it has impacted the internet and our culture. We also dive into celebrities who have been cancelled and cast our judgement on if their cancellation was successful or not. Flop era territory or full cancellation?
In this episode Nikki & guest Becca Marchetti talk about the rise in mental health issues among Gen Z. We also talk about the role that social media plays in mental health diagnosis and destigmatization. Why does the algorithm keep trying to diagnose me and what do I do about it?
In this episode Nikki & guest Abby Yimer dive deep into why society hates teenage girls and why we love to hate them. Though many find teenage girls insufferable, we look to them for inspiration and most of popular culture can be attributed to their support. We love to hate them but strive for them to like us all. Why is it that we can't stand teenage girls?
In this episode Nikki & guest Alexis Thompson talk through the rise in vaping, screen time, and the addiction predictions of Gen Z. This episode leaves the lingering question: Has addiction been Yassified? If you have any thoughts or want to give us your take on anything email OverlyCriticalPod@gmail.com.