Obsession and What’s Making Us Happy
May 15, 2026 · 23m
Summary
Glenn Weldon, Jordan Cruciola, and Monica Castillo review the horror film *Obsession*, praising its twist on romantic tropes and Indy Navarrete’s terrifying performance. They discuss how the movie critiques toxic relationships and consent through its dark narrative. The episode concludes with the hosts sharing their current favorites: Robert Caro’s *The Power Broker*, the Apple TV+ series *Margot’s Got Money Troubles*, and the Netflix drama *Legends*.
Topics discussed
Capella University Sponsor Message
Introduction to Obsession and Guests
Initial Reactions and Visual Style
Indy Navarrete's Performance Analysis
Themes of Consent and Toxic Relationships
New Filmmaking Pipeline and Bear's Moral Failures
Comedy Elements and Final Verdict
NPR Program Promos
Monica: The Power Broker and Urban History
Jordan: Margot's Got Money Troubles
Glenn: Legends on Netflix
Outro and Additional NPR Promos
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