Send us a text Join Vanessa, Asi and I as we discuss 'Killer Instinct', the penultimate episode of White Lotus season 3 Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Ellis's substack:https://substack.com/@ellisstacks Pick a Piece: https://t.co/pe0STLnJ5t Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials...
Send us a text Join Vanessa, Asi and I as we discuss 'Denials'. Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Ellis's substack:https://substack.com/@ellisstacks Pick a Piece: https://t.co/pe0STLnJ5t Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials...
Send us a text Join Vanessa and I as we discuss 'Full-Moon Party'. Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Ellis's substack:https://substack.com/@ellisstacks Pick a Piece: https://t.co/pe0STLnJ5t Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, join us as we discuss the finale of Severance season two. Link to painting mentioned: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Appearance_of_Christ_Before_the_People Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Ellis's substack:https://substack.com/@ellisstacks Pick a Piece: https://t.co/pe0STLnJ5t Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, join us as we dissect the penultimate episode of Severance season 2. We discuss the finality of the character's arcs and ponder what questions the finale might answer. Is this the last of Burt and Irving ? Will Dylan get a second chance ? What answers does Cobel have and will she become a hero ? Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Ellis's substack:https://substack.com/@ellisstac...
Send us a text In this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis as we dive deep into 'Sweet Vitriol'. We discuss Ms. Cobel's origins and her journey to her past and what this reveals to us about her character. What does it mean to be a Lumon town ? How has the cult of Lumon shaped her or broken her ? And what does this mean for her arc going forward. Join us as we delve into this episode and contemplate a potential heel turn for one of our antagonists. Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! D...
Send us a text In this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis as we dive deep into 'Chikhai Bardo'. We discuss the long awaited Gemma backstory and the impeccable stylistic feats of this episode. What does the latest reveal mean for the future of the severed employees? How does this episode set the stage for the season finale? Join us as we unpack the symbolism, theories, and hidden clues that make Severance one of the most compelling shows on television. Article mentioned: https://www.syfy.com/s...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis and we are breaking down episodes 5& 6: 'Trojan's Horse’ & ‘Attila’. We ponder over Mark S. as the potential 'chosen one', Dylan’s Innie and Outtie leading separate love lives with the same person and where that could lead him and speculateon whether Burt's outie is hiding something? 👀 If you’d like to just listen to episode 6, start at 59:46 Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis and we are diving into the 4th episode of Severance's second season. We discuss this incredible bottle episode and the implications of it. Join us as we dissect the eerie backdrop of Woe's Hollow, biblical parallels and the big reveal of this week's episode. Tune in as we speculate on what’s next for Mark, Helly, Dylan, and Irving. Don’t miss this spoiler-filled discussion of one of Severance ’s most pivotal episodes yet! Have you got ...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis and we are diving into the 3rd episode of Severance's second season. We discuss how love could potentially bypass severance, the never ending mysteries on the severed floor, Ms Cobel's arc for the rest of the season and Black Kier! Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, I am joined by Ellis and we are breaking down episodes 1 & 2: ‘Hello, Ms. Cobel’ & ‘Goodbye, Mrs Selvig’. The band is back together and we are ready for more Severance! We discuss potential arcs for our innies, the mystery that is Helly R and try to solve what exactly is going on in the outside world. If you’d like to just listen to episode 2, start at 49:40 Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/d...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, we’re joined by Ebuka and Banky and we are breaking down episode 8: 'What's for Dinner?'. We’re unpacking even more of the mysteries, like Ms. Cobel’s questionable leadership, the enigma of the 4 tempers, and revelations about Irving’s past. Got theories? We want to hear them! Links to articles discussed: https://variety.com/2022/tv/features/severance-waffle-party-sex-scene-explained-dylan-kier-eagan-1235212918/ Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion!...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, we’re joined by Ebuka and Banky and we are breaking down episodes 6-7 ('Hide and Seek' & 'Defiant Jazz') . Deep diving into Cobel's shrine, watermelons, secret switches, and that mind-blowing reveal. The beginning of the end or just the start of something bigger? Links to articles discussed: Who Are You ? https://www.plough.com/en/topics/life/technology/who-are-you How Watermelons Became A Racist Trope https://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2014/...
Send us a text On this episode of DTWH, we’re joined by Ebuka and Banky from @popcornfordinner as we dive into a spoiler-free recap of episodes four and five of season one of Severance. As the mystery of Lumon expands, we discuss Helly and her efforts to escape, the literature of Ricken and Kier and WTF are the goats ? Have you got feedback ? Join the discussion! DM us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/?hl=en Email: downtimewithhajer@gmail.com Social media by @rusesocials ...
Send us a text We’re back and better than ever! On this episode of DTWH, we’re joined by Ebuka and Many from @popcornfordinner as we dive into a spoiler-free recap of first three episodes of the first season of Severance—the hit Apple TV series that's got everyone excited for its second season. We explore themes of work, its societal importance, and fascinating theories about the characters working at Lumon Industries. Join us for an in-depth discussion of the series' eerie world, its critique o...
Send us a text Welcome Back (finally!) to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have a very special guest to discuss the Oscar- nominated, Palme D'or winning courtroom drama from Justine Triet. We discuss themes of perception and truth and what really makes a marriage tick. I really enjoyed this film and hope you enjoy our discussion. As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/ Twitter: @downtimewithHZ...
Send us a text Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have a very special guest to discuss the 3rd episode of Succession's final season. Vanessa and I discuss the what is sure to be legendary episode in television history. We discuss the rising stakes for the rest of the season and how the episode handled loss, grief and uncertainty. I really hope you enjoy our discussion! As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhaj...
Send us a text Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have my special guest returning to discuss the 2nd episode of Succession's final season Adel and I discuss the changing tides of the siblings' alliance, the upcoming nuptials of our favourite eldest son Connor Roy and what we make of Logan this season. I really hope you enjoy our discussion! As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/ Twitter: @downtimewithHZ ...
Send us a text Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I will be discussing the critically acclaimed Oscar nominated film Tàr (dir. Todd Field) as well as the not so critically acclaimed Babylon (dir. Damien Chazelle). I loved both of these movies so much and they gave me a lot to discuss but mostly a lot of questions to ask. In this episode I delve into questions of identity, power and abuse as well as the truth of Hollywood and the power of great art. I hope you enjoy th...
Send us a text Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have a very special guest on with me to discuss the new Batman film. In this episode, Obiora from the @popcornfordinner_pod and I discuss the themes of justice and vengeance, ponder why this is the best Batman movie and talk what we hope to see from Matt Reeves. This episode was so much fun for us to record and I hope you enjoy it ! As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/do...
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer! This week I am joined by Iyiola and Ellis to discuss the season two premiere of Euphoria. We discuss where the characters are in their arcs, potential for change, budding romances and so much more! I hope you enjoy this episode. As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/ Twitter: @downtimewithHZ Intro music by Sparks Beats on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-66...
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer! This week's episode is extra special and extra long with returning guest Adel and new Special guest Ebube! This episode we cover all the season's loose ends that became perfectly tied up in this final episode, our reaction to the emotional ending and our hopes for our favourite characters in the seasons to come. I hope you enjoy ! Popcorn for Dinner podcast: https://podlink.to/popcornfordinner Ebube's Short film 'Safe Spaces'...
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have my special guest returning to discuss the 8th episode of Succession season three. Adel and I discuss the return of Lady Caroline and her new beau, Matson's power play for the company, Roman's fall from grace, Kendall's downward spiral and much more. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording this one. As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewith...
Send us a text What an episode ! Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! What an episode ! Today I have my special guest returning to discuss the 7th episode of Succession season 3. Adel and I discuss Kendall's tragic journey through the episode and the implications of his breakthrough for him and his family, Shiv's decreasing status in the family, Roman's character arc this season and surprising wins for Greg , Connor and Tom. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed r...
Send us a text Downtime With Hajer 019. Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have my special guest returning to discuss the 6th episode of Succession season 3 and what we think if the season so far. Adel and I discuss the events of the political conference. We talk about Tom's bleak future, Shiv's divided loyalties, Roman's alliance with fascism and Kendall's impending meltdown I really hope you enjoy our discussion! As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Arti...
Send us a text Downtime with Hajer 018. Welcome back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! This episode is a discussion about HBO's Insecure ! Issa and friends are back for a new season full of new beginnings and adventures! We talk about their growth, the budding romances of the show and of course Lawrence's baby mama drama! I hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed recording it. As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downtimewithhajer/ Twitte...
Send us a text Downtime With Hajer 017. Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have my special guest returning to discuss the 5th episode of Succession season 3 and what we think if the season so far. Adel and I discuss the tension of the shareholder's meeting, moves being made by the siblings, Logan's worsening fate and the winners and losers in the Roy and Waystar family. I really hope you enjoy our discussion! As usual you can interact with me on socials ! Instagram:...
Send us a text Downtime With Hajer 016. Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have a very special guest on with me to discuss the 4th episode of Succession season 3 and what we think if the season so far. Adel and I discuss the moves being made in this episode, the importance of this week's evens on the shareholder meeting and the winners and losers the Roy and Waystar family. I really hope you enjoy our discussion! Article referenced in the episode: https://slate.com/...
Send us a text Downtime with Hajer 015. Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have a very special guest on with me to discuss Hagai Levi's miniseries adaptation of the Bergman Swedish series Scenes from a marriage starring Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain. In this episode, Bankole from the @popcornfordinner_pod and I discuss the themes of love, finality and ponder on what makes a successful relationship. This episode was so much fun for us to record and also very perso...
Send us a text Downtime with Hajer 014. Welcome Back to another episode of Downtime with Hajer ! Today I have two very special guests on and we discuss the black and white Netflix feature film Malcolm and Marie starring Zendaya and John David Washington. In this episode, Tofunmi, Chibuzo and I discuss the themes of this interesting and "thought-provoking" film. We discuss art, power and powerlessness and what the relationship dynamics in this movie teach us about love and relationships. I really...
