The Overrated Podcast: Recent Episodes
Uday Mehta
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss the end of one of their favorite shows Succession (2:30), and go through their ten favorite TV shows of all time (54:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta dive deep into the details of the new NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement, including the new in-season tournament and the ability of players to invest in sports gambling companies (1:30). Then, they explore the state of big IP content and why it fails to be consistently good (34:30).
Sagar ‘J’ Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss all ten of the Best Picture Nominees for the 2023 Academy Awards. Spoiler warning: This episode touches on thematic elements and plot points that can be gleaned from the trailer of each movie. Only the discussion of Triangle of Sadness includes a major spoiler not seen in the trailer (the premise of the third act), which occurs between 46:00-57:00.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap the Russell Westbrook era in Los Angeles, including his relationship with the fans, whether he belongs in the league, and why he is looked upon so unfavorably (6:00). Then, they talk about the aesthetic of modern basketball, the way statistics like RAPTOR and Box Plus-Minus actually work, and how to make an informed statistical argument (36:00)Note: This episode was recorded before news broke that Russell Westbrook would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta tackle the latest controversial topic in brown entertainment, Mindy Kaling, in the wake of the critically panned series 'Velma' on HBO.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta return for their first episode of 2023 right as the NBA season hits its midpoint. They talk through the league on a team-by-team basis and discuss the betting favorites for the major end-of-year awards.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the 2022 midterm elections, spotlighting governor's races and the California ballot (1:00), then briefly un-retire Elon Musk to talk about actual solutions for Twitter (41:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta break down the state of modern entertainment criticism in light of content from major franchises such as Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Marvel.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the state of sports punditry in light of Draymond Green's claim to 'New Media' (3:30) and debate the merits of Ms. Marvel before checking in with Phase 4 (43:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta take a look at the state of the union for Independence Day, including the latest goings-on at the Supreme Court, the Democrats of it all, and where the party goes from here.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta mull over possible solutions to the Daylight Saving Time clock-shift, think about how to interact in fandoms full of unconscious bias, and retire further discussion of Bill Maher after listing his ten worst takes.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta return for their fifth season of the podcast. This week, they discuss the most overexposed stories from the first few weeks of 2022, including Spotify choosing Joe Rogan over several creators upset about his anti-vax and racial rhetoric, the controversy surrounding Awkwafina's use of AAVE/"blaccent", artists selling NFTs to grift their fans, and the latest chapter of the Kanye saga. They also discuss the comedy special 'Bring Back Apu' by Aakash Singh, including his odd branding choices.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta deliver a brand new Overrated Podcast (Taylor's Version), discussing how Swift's album re-recording effort is going, the authenticity of releasing previously written material, whether 'Reputation' is salvageable in a re-release, and the 10-minute cut of 'All Too Well' (1:30). Then, they check-in with Marvel's 'Hawkeye' (Disney+) at its midseason point, debating the merits of street-level vs. multiverse, assessing the strengths of a contained story, and gauging why this series is a good vehicle for Jeremy Renner's particular type of charisma (47:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the two biggest films of the Fall. In Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's 'Dune', they discuss how stakes are sacrificed for worldbuilding, the main book-to-film changes, Chalamet's believability as a sci-fi lead, and whether adapting faithfully benefits the practical limitations of a movie (2:00). Then, they dive deep into Marvel's 'Eternals', focusing on Kumail Nanjiani's Kingo character and South Asian representation, the film's ambitious scale, the conflict of director Chloe Zhao's influence with the superhero template, and whether it deserves to be the lowest critically-rated Marvel movie (36:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down Baxter Holmes' ESPN story about Robert Sarver's racism and misogyny within the Phoenix Suns workplace, including what fans, players, and the league commissioner can do about it, as well as whether Sarver is in danger of losing his team (2:00). Then, they discuss the developing story at Travis Scott's Astroworld festival, who is culpable for the deaths, and the general safety of moshpits and large crowds (40:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta dive extra deep into the 25th film in the James Bond franchise 'No Time To Die'. They disagree on whether the movie was good, discuss how Craig's bond run stacks up against its action franchise peers, revisit their picks for who should take up the mantle going forward and debate their preferred take on the character, and give their Craig-era movie rankings.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss Dave Chappelle's final Netflix stand-up special 'The Closer' including the validity of his argument against cancel culture, the evolution of his beef with the Trans community, and how a back-and-forth with the audience influences his comedy(1:30). Then, they break down the new movie 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' [SPOILERS], the wasted potential of a psychological thriller, content fatigue, and more (33:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta give their thoughts on the two biggest projects in hip-hop, Kanye West's 'Donda' and Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy', whether the albums are cohesive at their length, the value of having multiple edits of a track, whether material should be play-tested with the public, and if Kanye can still be a good rapper or Drake can have good production (1:30). Then, they give a quick review on Marvel's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings', leading into a larger discussion of prominent South Asians in media and why that community hasn't yet gotten a similar moment of representation.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta debate the merits of David Lowery's new film 'The Green Knight', including ambiguity in art, what elements a story should require, whether music and film have the same structural needs, the divergence from the source material, and the interpretation of the movie's ending (2:00). Then, they discuss food critic Gene Weingarten's article in The Washington Post titled "You can't make me eat these foods", his distaste for Indian cuisine, and his fundamental misunderstanding of spices (39:00). Finally, they give some background on the California gubernatorial recall election, the consequences if Gavin Newsom is indeed recalled, and go through how to fill out your ballot step-by-step (55:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the evolving situation in Afghanistan with the Taliban's takeover of Kabul, including how to apportion blame pie among the presidents that have overseen the war, the demoralization of the Afghan army, Ashraf Ghani's sudden departure, President Joe Biden's response and refusal to admit mistakes, whether to second-guess those with the best knowledge of the situation, and the political implications moving forward (2:00). Then, they discuss the first four episodes of the final season of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, how the show has adapted in light of anti-police sentiments, whether they had a moral obligation to discuss topical issues, and whether the message feels forced enough to affect the product (34:30). Finally, they look over the latest footage from 'Pokemon Presents', including new gameplay video from Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, as well as the promising Legends Arceus (52:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the latest in entertainment, starting with the first episode of 'Untold' (Netflix) that features the 2004 Pacers-Pistons "Malice at the Palace" brawl, including Ron Artest and mental health in the NBA, as well as the basketball impact and Reggie Miller's career ending (3:00). Next, they check in with Marvel's 'What-If' show (DIsney+) after one episode, whether changing Captain America to Captain Carter was a meaningful enough change, and if the future stories show promise (21:00). Finally, they review James Gunn's 'The Suicide Squad' (HBO Max), the uneven handling of its characters, the missed opportunity to provide sound political commentary, and whether there are fixes for James Gunn's directorial monotony (33:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the Russell Westbrook trade and whether it is worth the risk (4:00), how Scarlett Johansson's legal battle with Disney could shape the landscape of streaming profitability (18:45), the reactions on both sides to Simone Biles' withdrawal from the Olympics due to mental health (34:18), and end with a deep dive on Mindy Kaling's second season of 'Never Have I Ever' (48:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta take a look at the landscape of the NBA following the Bucks' Finals win, including the legacies of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Chris Paul, the relevance of 'asterisk' seasons, the big Kevin Durant what-if moment, and the frontrunning nature of sports punditry (2:00). Then, they give their thoughts on the new Space Jam: A New Legacy, debating to what standard the movie should be held, whether the father-son message was effective, LeBron's ability as a Hollywood leading man, and the inevitable comparisons to the original movie (34:30). Finally, they wonder whether Kanye West's Donda will ever be released, if this cycle of broken promises is what we should expect from Kanye from now on, the unfinished nature of the album from what was played, and whether Kanye still cares about music (57:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta deliver an action-packed episode, discussing the recent UFC main event between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor (2:30), the end of Twitter's 'Fleets' feature and the beginning of YouTube's #shorts (17:30), Marvel's return to cinema with 'Black Widow (36:30), and the Season 1 finale of 'Loki' (50:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the new 'The Suicide Squad' trailer, how James Gunn can influence the tone of the movie, and whether the new DC continuity is a good strategy (1:30). Then, they check in with 'Loki' on Disney+ having reached the halfway point, whether to be optimistic about the risks Marvel has taken, and how Owen Wilson and Sophia di Martino's characters add to the richness of the show (38:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down every major announcement in Nintendo's E3 presentation including the hype level for the sequel to 'Breath of the Wild', the evolution or lack thereof in character additions for Super Smash Bros, and the highly anticipated return of Samus in 'Metroid Dread' (2:00). Then, they discuss the curious announcement of a 'Beauty and the Beast' inspired prequel series featuring the villain Gaston on Disney+ (37:00). Finally, they check in on the NBA playoffs following the conclusion of the second round, revisit their picks and give new ones, and eulogize the Ben Simmons / Rudy Gobert archetype (50:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the 'Cruella' movie (Disney+) and the evolving villain anthology genre, including the purpose of having villains as protagonists, whether this should be and can be viewed as a standalone work, and how it compares to films such as 'Solo' and 'Joker' (9:30). Then, they discuss the Paul brothers' foray into professional boxing, and how celebrities will figure into the sport going forward (47:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta eulogize the 2020-2021 Los Angeles Lakers, discussing what went wrong, whether last offseason's moves should be second-guessed in hindsight, projecting the team's needs moving forward, and whether the injury history is concerning (1:00). Then, they discuss who to root for and give their picks for the second round of the playoffs (18:00). Finally, they break down Olivia Rodrigo's debut album 'Sour' (31:45)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta preview the entire NBA playoff bracket, giving their picks for each first-round series including the number of games, as well as their picks for hypothetical later series if the bracket were to play out as expected.
Note: This episode was recorded on Friday May 21 following the Memphis Grizzlies' win over the Golden State Warriors in the 8-9 play-in matchup.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down Bill Gates' controversial position surrounding vaccine patents, including the power he commands due to his wealth, the human cost of his decisions, and whether his reputation as 'the good billionaire' still holds (2:45). Then, they discuss Andrew Yang's mayoral race in New York City in light of questions surrounding his time at Venture for America, including the context of his presidential bid, and the policy vs persona elements of his campaign (28:45)
Articles discussed: Is the Shine Starting to Come Off Bill Gates’s Halo? by Tim Schwab (The Nation) Andrew Yang Promised to Create 100,000 Jobs. He Ended Up With 150. by Brian Rosenthal & Katie Glueck (The New York Times)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap the latest in animated telivision, starting with Amazon Prime's Invincible (4:00), the storytelling mechanisms of animated vs. live-action mediums, why certain people are reluctant to give animated content a chance, how this show compares to 'The Boys', and reactions to the first half of Season 1 (spoilers start at 28:00). Then, they jump over to Disney+ to discuss the latest Star Wars offering 'The Bad Batch', the tipping point for quality in this extended universe, whether it's time to abandon the Republic vs. Separatist conflict, and comparisons to the cult classic 'Firefly' (34:00). Finally, they discuss Emma Green's article for The Atlantic entitled 'The Liberals Who Can't Quit Lockdown' (52:30).
This episode does not contain spoilers for 'The Bad Batch', but does contain spoilers for 'Invincible from 28:00-34:00.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the end of Marvel's 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' on Disney+ with some distance from the finale, including how Marvel seriously took on race and the military industrial complex, how John Walker's character can be adapted for further stories, whether the Flag Smashers were compelling villains, and whether the series suffered from a shorter runtime than 'WandaVision' (2:15). Then, they recap President Joe Biden's first 100 days in office, including his joint address to Congress, how he's doing on campaign promises relative to Barack Obama and Donald Trump, whether he can be progressively transformational, and whether the critiques of 'armchair radicals' have any merit (34:00).
SPOILERS for 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' in this episode.
Article discussed: 'Joe Biden Is a Transformational President' by David Brooks (The New York Times)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss India's staggering second wave of COVID-19 infections and deaths, prime minister Narendra Modi's responsibility and how his government is suppressing dissent, why their vaccination efforts have stalled, and whether the United States will help (2:30). Then they break down Hulu's announcement of a 'How I Met Your Mother' reboot starring Hillary Duff, the original show's standing amongst 2000s sitcoms, and how this show could improve upon its predecessor's premise (31:00). Finally, they react to the announcement that Elon Musk (winner of episode 100's Most Overrated Bracket) will be hosting Saturday Night Live (54:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta react to the now-#1 song in the world 'Montero' by Lil Nas X, the meaning of the video's imagery and the relevance of its lyrics, as well as the backlash to the satanic visuals (1:30). Then, they break down FOX's attempt at comedy 'Gutfeld!' hosted by Greg Gutfeld, and why conservatives have a hard time replicating Jon Stewart's Daily Show (30:45)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta celebrate their 100th episode by working their way through a full 64-contestant March Madness-style bracket of the most overrated people and entities in the world. Categories include sports, TV & film, music, elected officials, political pundits, fanbases, tech, and miscellaneous topics.
Full bracket results: https://i.imgur.com/DLs0Nnp.png
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the four-hour long 'Snyder cut' of 2017's Justice League (on HBO), including how it improved on the original, the idea of fan service, what could have been cut, the 4:3 aspect ratio, and more (3:00). Then, they discuss the premiere episode of Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (on Disney+), including whether it has the caliber of a movie, the dichotomy of the two leads, and how it follows up WandaVision (41:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap Drake's latest 'Scary Hours 2' and where he stands in his career in advance of 'Certified Lover Boy' (3:00), break down the implications of Twitter's new 'Super Follow' feature (25:00), and debrief after the conclusion of Marvel's limited series 'WandaVision' (45:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta round up the latest in video game announcements featuring the Nintendo direct (3:00) and Pokemon Presents (37:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta round up recent trailers of movies set to release in the coming months, including Godzilla vs. Kong (3:00), Zack Snyder's Justice League (16:30), Mortal Kombat (42:00), Disney's Cruella (50:00), and Raya and the Last Dragon (59:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the exhausting 'Malcolm & Marie' on Netflix, including the performances of John David Washington and Zendaya, its metacommentary on film criticisms, the realism of couple fights, and its portrayal of toxic relationships (3:00). Then, they use the news of Rihanna bringing attention to the Indian farmer protests to definitively determine her top five hits (28:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the GameStop stock price saga, including how a short squeeze works, what made this situation possible, how long it can last, and potential solutions including banning short selling and a financial transaction tax (3:30). Then, they design a high school personal finance curriculum (45:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap the first three episodes of the MCU's comeback show 'WandaVision' on Disney+, including whether the style works, how long can the mystery be sustained, and parallels with HBO's Watchmen (3:00). Then, they delve into the Netflix adaptation of Aravind Adiga's 'The White Tiger', the prevalence of 'poverty porn', its critique of the caste system and Balram's own morality, as well as its representation of India (29:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta react to the record second impeachment of President Donald Trump, including the optics for the GOP, the best and worst-case scenarios for the party, other removal possibilities, the timing, and how the Senate trial will play out (2:00). Then, they break down all angles of the blockbuster James Harden trade, including how we got to this point, the price of superstars, the Nets' never-before-seen basketball fit, why this deal was made now, and ripple effects on the Rockets, Pacers, and 76ers (32:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the fallout from the insurrection at the United States Capitol earlier this week, including why avoiding the label of 'domestic terrorism' is inappropriate, and where we go from here.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta wrap up 2020 in music, each giving the top-five songs they hated (6:00) and the top-five songs they loved (55:00), with all the tangents you've come to expect.
Uday Mehta goes solo to discuss the back-and-forth on the latest round of stimulus negotiations (), how to assess risk in a crisis (), Gavin Newsom's mixed leadership in California (), and Pete Buttigieg's appointment to lead the Department of Transportation ().
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta review the second season of the Disney+ series 'The Mandalorian', including how it compared with Season 1, the changes to its episodic structure, what pathways the show has from here, and why the streaming service is better equipped to handle Star Wars material (2:00). Then, they break down the anti-vaccination trend in hip-hop and rap music voiced by the likes of Nas and Royce da 5'9, the roots of and justifications for the sentiments, how to fix the problem, and get into macro critiques of the education and scientific publishing industries (30:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta delve into Kid Cudi's new album 'Man on the Moon 3', including its cultural impact, where it ranks within the trilogy, his slight changes in sound ten years later, and their top-five songs overall from all three projects (2:00). Then, they look at how recent announcements will affect the movie industry, including Warner Media's decision to put their entire 2021 film slate directly on HBO Max, and Disney's overwhelming amount of planned content (37:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down John F. Harris' POLITICO article 'The Left's Stupid Second-Guessing of Biden', discussing how the left should narrow their focus and how impactful their efforts might end up being (4:00). Then, they try to engineer a new democracy-focused political party(39:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down why Dave Chappelle requested Netflix to pull 'Chappelle's Show' from its streaming service, why he asked his fans to #BoycottDave, and the implications this has on the artist-streaming relationship at large (3:00). Then, they wonder how The Weeknd could have gotten snubbed entirely from Grammy consideration despite having one of the most popular songs and albums of the year, whether it was related to his Superbowl halftime show appearance, and whether the Grammy voting body needs reform given its cultural importance (45:30).
Uday Mehta goes solo to discuss how to value players in the NBA, focusing on draft picks and free agents.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss what President-Elect Joe Biden can get done without a Senate majority (4:30), the infighting between progressives and the Democratic Establishment (22:30), how far demographic change can carry the party (39:00), the three types of Trump voters in 2020 (45:30), and the culture of politics through the lens of 'Borat 2' and Dave Chappelle's 'SNL' monologue (53:30).
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Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap the results of the 2020 election, including how Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight initiative changed the results in Georgia (4:00), the return of the Blue Wall states plus Arizona's changing demographics (9:00), the raw popular vote for Donald Trump and how he increased his minority support (18:15), an underwhelming Senate result and Susan Collins keeping her job (40:00), the one-sided polling catastrophe and how probabilities are worthless (45:00), and the results of California's statewide measures going against affirmative action, rent control, and gig workers (52:00)
Note: This episode was recorded on November 6 at 9PM PST, before Pennsylvania and the presidential election was called for Joe Biden.
Uday Mehta goes solo to break down the nuances of polling, including how it works and what to pay attention to (4:00), and why 2020 is different from 2016 (28:00). Then, he pours a palette cleanser by reviewing the Netflix documentary 'Sour Grapes' and its commentary on wine culture, offering his thoughts on how wine contrasts with his preferred beverage beer (44:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani break down this week's vice presidential debate between incumbent Mike Pence and senator Kamala Harris, including how Pence was able to defend a mostly indefensible position, Harris' intentionally composed demeanor and embodying the 'happy warrior', how many lies it was necessary to go after, and the performance of moderator Susan Page (5:00). Then, they review the Netflix documentary 'The Social Dilemma' and discuss their relationship with social media, what they learned, and ways to be informed without relying on these websites (52:15)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta scramble to cover the week's news, starting with the New York Times securing the century's most anticipated document leak in Donald Trump's tax returns and their dissonance with populism (8:15). Then, they touch on Melania Trump's leaked audio tapes where she denounces the mainstream media, Christmas, and the suffering of kids in cages (17:15). They reach all the way back to the beginning of the week to recap the first presidential debate, including Trump's lack of strategy and whether Joe Biden's policy platforms are compatible with the goals of the left (21:30). Finally, they speculate on Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis, where we go from here, and how it could affect the presidential race (55:00)
Sagar ‘J’ Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the larger-than-life ‘notorious’ persona of the late justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, discussing whether she should have retired sooner, and her varied and sometimes conservative ruling history (2:00). They also debate whether options like term limits and court packing should be explored (25:00), considering Ginsburg’s expected replacement Amy Coney Barrett is set to drastically shift the ideology court to the right (41:30). Finally, they wade through the standoff between Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook employees on how to regulate content that appears on the platform (52:00).
Uday Mehta goes solo to break down the new live-action adaptation of Mulan, including its innovative release format, its critical reception and box office performance, various controversies, as well as the story changes and whether they worked (4:00). Then, he delights in the second-round playoff loss of the Los Angeles Clippers, examining its effect on Kawhi Leonard's public perception, whether we regard Paul George as a consistent player, and Doc Rivers' coaching stubbornness (25:00). Then, he pays tribute to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, discusses what to watch for in the Nuggets-Lakers conference finals matchup and takeaways from Game 1 (55:00).
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Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta briefly pay tribute to Chadwick Boseman (1:30), then go on to discuss the future prospects of all eight first-round playoffs losers in the NBA (3:30) and how the second-round series look to shake out(53:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the recent Politico story "The President Was Not Encouraging: What Obama really thought about Biden" and the Obama-Biden contrast in styles (3:30), and give their thoughts on somethe keynote speeches from the 2020 Democratic National Convention (51:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down all angles of the Kamala Harris vice presidential nomination, including why Elizabeth Warren was not picked(3:00), why Susan Rice and Karen Bass were not picked (15:00), whether Harris is now the party's standard-bearer going forward (24:30), whether you should pick a VP in hopes of winning their home state (33:30), Harris' ideological divide from Attorney General to Senator (37:00), and her strengths, liabilities, and compatibility with Joe Biden (57:00). Then, they set the stage for the NBA playoffs, going through each matchup (1:07:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the Harper's Letter on Justice and Open Debate, including signatories JK Rowling, Bari Weiss, as well as the larger phenomenon of cancel culture and Twitter vs. the real world (2:00). Then, they indulge in the return of the NBA, discussing the 'bubble' system, the COVID testing shortage, how the games look on TV, and the societal impact of having sports back (52:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta dive deep into the eight-episode Netflix series 'Indian Matchmaking', breaking down each character and whether they were important to have in the show, the pressure on Indian women to compromise, the evolution of the institution of arranged marriage and its portrayal for an American audience, and whether the show functioned as an unwilling exposé.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta revisit LeBron James' 2010 'The Decision' free agency special, including a critique of the show itself, whether James regrets doing it, the fan reactions at the time and now, as well as how it compares to Kevin Durant's 2016 free agency decision (4:30). Then, they break down the relationship controversy with Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, and August Alsina, including the term 'entanglement', the protocol for relationships undergoing a break, whether there is a double standard, and how the Smith family is going about their damage control strategy (55:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta revisit their thoughts about Independence Day two years later, including the 'F the 4th' backlash, whether the intent behind the celebration matters, and if we should drastically restructure how holidays work. Then, they dive into Kanye West's 2020 presidential aspirations, including his wide-ranging Forbes interview, his recent purported bipolar episode, and the entire apparatus of celebrities in politics.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta revel in the holiday weekend by discussing who should get a statue in America and the proper way to honor important people (2:00), then proceed to question everything about Quibi including its marketing, pricing, premise, strategy, gimmicks, and apparent distaste for memes (23:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta track the return of various sports leagues around the country, including how the UFC has held events without fans, the contentious negotiations and rule changes for the MLB's shortened season, the controversies NASCAR is weathering with the Confederate Flag and Bubba Wallace's alleged noose, and the NBA's playoff experimentation and the relevance of 'asterisks' next to championships.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani returns to chat with Uday Mehta about his experience watching 'Avatar the Last Airbender' and 'The Legend of Korra' for the very first time (1:00). Then, they go over the latest in coronavirus / COVID-19 news (46:00).
Uday Mehta goes solo to discuss the importance of messaging and how it relates to the term ‘Defund the Police’ (1:00), and weighs in on the intra-player debate about whether professional basketball should return to play (15:00).
Uday Mehta goes solo to give his thoughts following the deaths of George Floyd & Breonna Taylor (3:00), discusses the level of anger towards the institution of policing and the people who occupy it, the importance of reforming an institution from both the inside and outside (7:30), the role of social media and lanes of activism without questioning allyship (31:15), and the levels of woke-ness in response to racism at his alma mater Whitney High School (52:30)
Recap the 10-part Michael Jordan documentary 'The Last Dance' (1:30), including what the documentary did well and how it helped Jordan's image (5:00), whether the chronology worked and how it minimized Jordan's opponents (21:30), how Jordan treated his teammates and how they reacted to the project (32:00), and the effectiveness of interview segments vs the archival footage (45:30). Then, they go over Joe Biden's controversial "you ain't black" comment in an interview with the Breakfast Club, including whether it needs context, and its juxtaposition with Donald Trump's ongoing scandals (52:00). Finally, they discuss Lana del Rey pushing back on 'criticisms' of fragility and the validity of her comments in relation to black female artists (1:09:45).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta hand out their second round of quarantine recommendations in television (2:30) including After Life (Netflix), Kim Possible (Disney Plus), & Magic for Humans (Netflix); movies including Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (13:00) & Joker (22:00); books (40:30) including Exhalation by Ted Chiang & the Eragon series by Chris Paolini; and music(49:45) including Denzel Curry, Riz Ahmed, Kesha, and Tyler the Creator.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta explore Elon Musk's previous erratic behavior (9:00), his response to COVID-19 (20:30), and his role as the Id of tech (30:00). Then, they delve into Tara Reade's sexual assault allegation against Joe Biden (41:45) and the amount of media coverage, the varying discourse for the assault claims surrounding Brett Kavanaugh and Aziz Ansari (1:00:30), and the allegation in context of the 2020 election and political pragmatism (1:11:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta give their thoughts on some recent Indian-American pop culture projects, starting with Mindy Kaling's 'Never Have I Ever' (3:00), including seeing an Indian character who wants to date and has a sex drive (11:30), the generational taboo of mental health (22:00), and issues with some of the show's portrayals (29:00). Then, they recap Hari Kondabalu's 'Apu' background and explore his use of identity comedy in his 2018 'Warn Your Relatives' stand-up (44:00). Finally, they review 'A Little Late With Lilly Singh', focusing on her struggles with the monologue (51:30), her interviewing ability (1:02:00), how she should approach handling criticism (1:16:30), and debate whether Singh appropriates black culture (1:21:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta run down the shortlist for Joe Biden's vice president slot, including Gretchen Whitmer (2:30), Elizabeth Warren (12:00), Stacey Abrams (22:00), Kamala Harris (28:30), and the outside draw of Michelle Obama (38:30). Then, they examine the relationship of the Cuomo Brothers (50:30), the journalistic ethics of interviewing a family member (1:03:30), and Chris Cuomo's Existential Crisis (1:10:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta delve deep into re-watches of two of their favorite franchises: Community (2:30) and Harry Potter (37:00). Sagar debates whether the ‘Gas Leak’ Season 4 was as bad as advertised (3:30), if Shirley would make a good real-life friend (11:45), whether Yahoo's Season 6 worked (15:15), if Jeff's overall character arc was satisfying (21:15), whether Britta was properly developed (26:45), discusses his favorite celebrity cameos (30:30), and wonders about the possibility of a movie (33:15). Then, Uday discusses his dissatisfaction with Michael Gambon's portrayal of Dumbledore (39:30), whether Sirius' role as an emotional lynchpin is believable (48:30), if 'Prisoner of Azkaban' is the best movie in the franchise (59:00), impressions of Ginny's character and chemistry with Harry (1:08:00), the imbalance of Ron and Hermione's abilities (1:14:15), and thoughts on the Harry-Hermione dance scene (1:23:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta talk about Andrew Yang's Washington Post op-ed in context of racism towards Asian-Americans (2:00), the relatability of his anecdotes (8:30), whether proving one's American-ness is an acceptable ask (12:00), and the legacy of the Asian-American healthcare worker efforts (27:00). Then, they discuss the possible return of sports amid Dana White's desire to host UFC events on a private island (32:00), and how the Trump timeline contrasts with what sports commissioners will have to do (44:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the popularity behind the new 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' video game (1:30) in context of social capital and coronavirus(9:00 and how it appeals to different demographics (19:00). Then, they discuss the ridiculousness surrounding April Fool's(26;30), including the infamous BBC spaghetti tree hoax (39:15), what they would choose as their replacement holiday, and some fun subreddit pranks(47:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the good and bad of the just-passed $2 trillion Coronavirus relief/stimulus bill (1:00), and take a look at the marketing behind the highly-anticipated 'After Hours' by the Weeknd and 'Future Nostalgia' by Dua Lipa (29:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta give their first round of quarantine content recommendations including Big Mouth and The Invention of Lying from Netflix, Up in the Air from Hulu, Insecure and The Inventor from HBO, plus Watchmen and The Martian in print (1:30). Then they look at the economic impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, focusing on the stock market (35:15), the industries suffering the most and how to help (49:15), the responsibilities of corporations (56:30), the importance of people like Dr. Anthony Fauci (1:05:30), and the proposed bailouts to the airline industry (1:10:00). Also a public service announcement: Don't be racist! (1:13:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta do a full Democratic race roundup, including the moderate consolidation (3:00), the Super Tuesday results (12:15), the backlash surrounding Elizabeth Warren's dropout (16:30), the retroactive Bloomberg effect (27:30), the division in minority support (34:00), the difference between Bernie 2016 and Bernie 2020 (40:15), whether debates matter anymore(44:30), and Generation Z apathy (53:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta get ready for the South Carolina primary by going over the plurality delegate possibility (3:00), Bernie Sanders being forced to play defense(11:00), Warren's strategy (20:00), the authenticity question with Pete Buttigieg(30:00), the abhorrent debate moderation (36:00), and how to change the primary schedule (43:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta run down the state of the Democratic race before the Nevada caucuses, including astroturfing with memes (10:30), the case for Mike Bloomberg (19:00), the brewing death match between Pete Buttigieg & Amy Klobuchar (38:00), the importance of discussing Stop & Frisk as well as Muslim Surveillance (51:00), and whether Bernie Sanders' divisiveness as a candidate is resulting in Russian support (1:00:00).
*This episode was recorded on Friday, February 21, before the Nevada caucus results.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta recap the results of the New Hampshire presidential primary and the implications for each candidate (1:00), and give their thoughts on Eminem's new album 'Music To Be Murdered By' as well as his 'Darkness' music video (34:30)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta discuss the fallout from the Iowa Caucuses and whether the model will continue (2:00), Mayor Pete's surprising win and path forward (15:00), each candidate's performance in the New Hampshire debate (33:30), and why Bernie Sanders does not abandon his 'socialist' label (1:12:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta share their reactions to last Sunday's news (1:30), reminisce over their favorite Mamba moments(15:00), parse how to feel about his controversies (29:30), and analyze the media coverage surrounding the incident(46:15).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta kick off Season 3 with a discussion about the relative importance of and background behind the Golden Globe Awards (1:30), how the meme culture has struck again around World War 3 (30:30), and the retirement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from the royal family (47:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta round up the latest batch of trailers including Black Widow (1:30), 007 No Time To Die (8:30), Wonderwoman 1984 (17:45), and Queen & Slim (24:30). Then they discuss Kamala Harris' exit from the presidential primary campaign (30:30), and break down the first five episodes of HBO's 'His Dark Materials' (55:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta recap the fifth Democratic debate without mentioning the three frontrunners, instead focusing on Tom Steyer (1:00), Cory Booker (9:00), Andrew Yang (17:00), Tulsi Gabbard (20:00), Amy Klobuchar (29:00), Kamala Harris (32:00), and an in-depth discussion on the ascendant Pete Buttigieg (39:00). Then, they give their reactions to the first two episodes of the new Disney Plus / Star Wars TV show 'The Mandalorian' (52:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta break down Martin Scorsese's beef with Marvel and superhero movies (1:15), give their thoughts on the first three episodes of HBO's new Watchmen series and its place among the source material (18:15), and assess the merits of the new Kanye West album 'Jesus Is King' (59:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the aftermath of the Amber Guyger murder trial (1:15), the fallout of Ellen DeGeneres' friendship with George W. Bush (19:00), and the global crossover event 'Howdy Modi' in Houston (33:15).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta round up all of the most interesting characters of the past few weeks, including Dave Chappelle coming out with his new controversial comedy special 'Sticks and Stones' (1:15), the Joker movie apparently over-normalizing its main character (21:00), Greta Thunberg versus a patronizing United Nations audience (27:30), and of course everything impeachment-related (38:00).
In this marathon podcast Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta recap the third Democratic presidential primary debate in Houston (1:15), including the moderators (4:00) and how issues should be covered (8:45). They then ask two questions about each candidate: Amy Klobuchar (24:00), Cory Booker (27:45), Pete Buttigieg (30:00), Beto O'Rourke (41:00), Bernie Sanders (46:15), Joe Biden (51:00), Elizabeth Warren (58:15), Kamala Harris (1:00:15), Julian Castro (1:01:15), Andrew Yang (1:04:15). Finally, they dive into the Taylor Swift vs. Scooter Braun saga (1:12:00), Swift's plan to re-record her old music (1:21:00), the legacy of Reputation (1:23:30), her resurgence in the new album Lover (1:29:30), and the lasting parallel with Kanye West (1:33:45).
Candidate '20 Questions' Timestamps:
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta delve into Spiderman & Sony's break with Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe (1:15), the return of Dwight Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers (23:00), and the criticism of poster-millennial Andrew Luck's sudden retirement from the NFL (44:45)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani & Uday Mehta break down the cinematic event of a generation aka 'Hobbs & Shaw' (0:45) and do a roundup on data privacy (24:00) including FaceApp/Russia, Facebook/Cambridge Analytica, Equifax Breach & Payout, and Senator Josh Hawley's SMART Act
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta walk you through the second set of Democratic presidential debates, including the standouts (06:00), the irritating opening and closing statements (13:00), Mayor Pete toeing the line (18:45), the Joe Biden firing squad (25:00), issues with format and moderation (29:00), Andrew Yang being a one-trick pony (39:00), how to ask better questions (45:30), Cory Booker's big smile (59:00), the best candidate on each topic (1:04:30), Bernie the comeback kid (1:25:00), and the gamification of politics (1:28:15).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the recent surprising news about Bond 25 (2:00), how to incorporate diversity (7:00), whether to establish entirely new stories or go in the reboot direction (18:30), and give their preferred castings for the next iteration (33:00). Then, they recap the HBO miniseries 'Chernobyl' (58:00), wade through the unfair press around nuclear (1:06:30), examine the impact of lobbying and renewables(1:14:30), and have a short Q&A (1:18:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta kick off their 2020 Election Coverage by releasing the official Democratic presidential candidate tier list, just in time for independence day.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta talk about the impact of the Anthony Davis trade on the Lakers moving forward (01:00), the complete demolition of the young core (6:30), whether there was a better approach (12:00), if it's okay to not win a championship (20:00), and run through all possible free agents and their price tags (29:00). Then they discuss some overlapping issues in internet privacy, including the Bella Thorne extortion (35:00) along with Whoopi Goldberg's reaction (40:00), as well as the ongoing Kyle Kashuv dispute with Harvard (46:00)
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta break down cancel/call-out culture (1:30), including the Twitter element (6:00), Donald Glover's evolution (14:15), the woke vs. the still waking (18:30), reviewing the situations of Tyler/Kanye/Cardi (24:00), whether the culture is productivity (37:00), and the agency/ownership involved (51:00). Then, they look at the newest information about Pokemon Sword and Shield (1:00;00), the case for Sun and Moon (1:06:30), the first look at the new starters (1:10:45), how to overhaul the battle mechanism (1:16:00), and our wishlist of features they'd include (1:23:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the speculated casting of Robert Pattinson as Batman (01:00), how it might compare to the Christian Bale and Ben Affleck versions (12:30), and what storylines we can expect to see in the next movie (18:15). Then, they get mad at Magic Johnson for playing the blame game (23:15), specifically about Ivica Zubac (29:30), and foreshadow what the Lakers could do next (40:00). Next, they discuss the anticipated re-election of Narendra Modi as the Indian Prime Minister (42:15) and the policies and American equivalents of the BJP & Congress parties (59:00). Finally, they talk about the finale of Game of Thrones (1:04:15), their overarching critiques of the show (1:14:30), and give some of their favorite moments, episodes, story arcs, and characters (1:29:30) before saying goodbye.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta delve into the genre-bending Old Town Road and the proliferation of rap music into the mainstream (2:30), discuss the relative irrelevance of presidential candidate Bill Weld (30:00), react to the twist in the new Star Wars Ep. IX trailer (42:15), and discuss how Kamala Harris' Indian-American heritage affects her campaign (1:09:45).
Uday Mehta, in the absence of Sagar 'J' Kamnani, runs through the major film franchises of the 21st century (excluding the dumb ones of course), including DC (2:45), Marvel (10:00), X-Men (25:00), Jason Bourne (31:10), Fast & Furious (38:00), Pirates of the Caribbean (46:30), and Harry Potter (1:07:15).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta give their thoughts on each candidate at the very beginning of the Democratic presidential primary process, starting with some candidates that have not yet announced such as Beto O'Rourke and Joe Biden (4:00). Then, they go through the policies and promise of Pete Buttigieg (11:00), Tulsi Gabbard (20:40), Kirsten Gillibrand (29:15), Cory Booker (35:45), Kamala Harris (41:00), Elizabeth Warren (48:45), and Bernie Sanders (54:15).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta unwillingly talk about Howard Schultz and his opposition to the two-party system (8:00), the categories of Trump voters (14:00), his similarities to Mark Zuckerberg (26:30), and overall practicality of businessmen in politics (34:00). Then, they dive into the Green New Deal (41:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta talk about the recent controversies surrounding Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) and how it relates to the recent detainment of "Atlanta" rapper 21 Savage through the lens of the internet response. Then they break down the fundamentals of mixed martial arts (MMA) and the rise of the Ultimate FIghting Championship (UFC), touching on lasting star-power, the desensitization to violence, and the economics of the new TV deal with ESPN.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta return for Season 2 of another overrated podcast to discuss the weird Oscar nominations (1:00), how these are viewed through the lens of history (9:00), whether the whole Kevin Hart ordeal matters (13:00), and how they would create their all-acting team (23:00). Then, they commiserate over James Harden's historical unwatchability (34:00), break down how exactly he draws fouls (42:00), and debate how the rules could be changed for the better (47:00). And finally, a debate over fries (53:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta attempt to make sense of the implications of the recent Dwight Howard controversy (6:30), discuss the larger context surrounding the recent report on climate change (24:00) plus possible policy solutions (37:00) including nuclear fusion (40:00), and explore the potential of new congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (42:30) in light of her harsh right-wing media treatment (47:30) and how she can move forward (53:00). Also, Sagar breaks down his favorite Spongebob Squarepants episodes following the death of creator Stephen Hillenburg (2:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta break down the many controversies of Elon Musk (2:00), including the SEC's lawsuit and eventual settlement regarding Musk's tweet about taking Tesla private (4:45), the defamation lawsuit brought by a rescue diver involved in saving Thai children from a cave (13:30), and delve into the 'cult' surrounding Musk (22:00) as well as comparisons to fellow pioneers like George Lucas and Steve Jobs (33:45). Then, they lay out the timeline of the Jimmy Butler trade saga and whether his approach to the situation is appropriate (38:00), and debate the fairness of six fake trades (1:01:00). Finally, they explore the upside of introducing the Bumble app into the Indian dating scene (1:11:20).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta provide an update to the streaming wars in light of Netflix's insane September run and the possibilities of Disney's new streaming service, posit questions that Brett Kavanaugh should have been asked in his confirmation hearing, set appropriate expectations for Kanye West's upcoming album Yandhi, and give their thoughts on some newly released trailers (including Fantastic Beasts II, Creed II, Captain Marvel, and X-Men: Dark Phoenix). Plus, 'Would You Do It?'.
Note: This episode was recorded on Sept 27, before the announcement of Jeff Flake's request for an FBI investigation into Brett Kavanaugh on Sept 28, and the postponement of the Yandhi release date on Sept 29.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta give their lasting takeaways on the life of John McCain (1:00) including his 'Maverick' label (5:30) and his association with Sarah Palin (20:00), and also look forward to the midterm elections (28:30). Then, they break down Sacha Baron Cohen's show 'Who Is America' (46:15) by trying to understand Cohen's brand of humor (50:20), critically analyzing where the show could have been more impactful (1:07:00), and taking a special look at the OJ Simpson segment (1:11:30).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss their pre-watch feelings surrounding 'Crazy Rich Asians', talk about their film role models growing up and the dichotomy of having Bollywood, break down the movie's casting controversy, and cast a potential 'Crazy Rich Indians'. Then, they work through the logic of having an Academy Award for 'Best Popular Movie', throw around other categories that the Academy should consider, and debate Uday's proposal to co-ed-ify the awards.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the firing of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn and the appropriate punishment for bad social media behavior (2:40), and break down the return of Barack Obama to the political arena and how much his endorsement will matter in the upcoming election (33:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta take a deep dive into social media and conventional media in this episode. First, they talk about Instagram's place in the social media sphere (1:45), express their displeasure with the new 'Ask Me A Question' feature (7:30), run through all feature changes over the past two years (25:00), and debate the promise of IGTV and long-form vertical video (30:00). Then, they delve into how MoviePass got where it is today (45:00), its role as a disruptive technology and where AMC's rival plan fits in (52:15), how it makes money and loses money (1:05:00), and potential strategies to stop the bleeding moving forward (1:13:45).
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the significance of American Independence Day with respect to that of other countries, break down the consumerism associated with the Fourth, and float out possibilities for national holidays. Then, they dive into the uniqueness of Drake's new album, debate how long albums should be and the use of posthumous features, and have a music-themed 'Would You Do It?'.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta break down how the controversy around a recent 'Quantico' episode relates to Indian cultural and political norms, and debate the effectiveness and the morality of '13 Reasons Why.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss Uday's latest piece on Dinesh D'Souza and why people like him are particularly concerning, tour through other prominent Indian-American politicians like Nikki Haley and Raj Shah, break down why there is a disparity between voting patterns and political involvement among brown-folk, and delve into the toxicity of fandoms like Star Wars in light of the bullying against actress Kelly Marie Tran.
Uday (in the absence of Sagar J. Kamnani) goes through all of his problems with Avengers: Infinity War (1:00) and breaks down the new NFL rule regarding standing during the national anthem (34:00).
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta dive into the cons of Coachella's festival setup and the role of social media, discuss 'National Weed Day' April 20, and debate the social good of marijuana in terms of individual productivity. Plus, an Avengers-themed Would You Do It.
Sagar 'J' Kamnani and Uday Mehta talk about the place of the movie 'Blockers' in the genre of R-rated comedies and the significance of having a female director (2:10), rejoice over Paul Ryan's resignation and speculate as to its cause and impact (12:10), and dive deep into 'The Problem with Apu' and the Simpsons' response to the controversy (17:50). Plus, 'Would You Do It' (34:05).
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta sort through the predominantly Christian holidays that populate the American working calendar (2:10), discuss the circumstances surrounding the premature cancellation of Donald Glover's deadpool (17:30), assess how they would handle the injury landscape in the NBA (30:00), and play their grossest round of 'Would You Do It' (38:10).
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta hash out the latest updates in the streaming wars for Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, HBO, including marketing in India, and draw the parallel to music and Spotify. They then explore the incompetence of Education Secretary Betsy Devos, the system of choosing the cabinet, and potential improvements in student loan reform.
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the developments in DACA and the extents of immigration policy, the extent of Russian influence on Reddit and how it compares to Facebook, the gendered treatment of Hope Hicks, and the 'tortured genius' archetype as it applies to Donald Glover.
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta go back in time to discuss the formation of the 2nd Amendment and how it relates to the Parkland school shooting, analyze trends in Valentine's Day, and talk about the larger cultural significance of Black Panther.
Sagar "J" Kamnani and Uday Mehta discuss the overrated Superbowl and popularity surrounding American football, the definition of "Oscar bait" and how it applies to The Post, and quick reactions to the State of the Union address.
Sagar "J" Kamnani joins Uday for a brand-new podcast where they discuss things they think are overrated. This episode covers the recent sexual harrassment allegations against Aziz Ansari, the false conscience of hypocrites like Jeff Flake, and whether you would get paid to poop.