Wesley Morris: How Critics at Large See the Stories We Miss
Summary
Trevor Noah interviews critic-at-large Eugene Daniels, who analyzes cultural trends through the lens of naming conventions and celebrity influence. They discuss how names like Judith or Donald fade or persist based on societal shifts and assimilation pressures. The conversation then examines Carlos Alcaraz’s accidental haircut at the US Open, contrasting the scrutiny faced by male athletes with the constant appearance-based burdens women endure. Finally, they debate museum etiquette and the complex ethics of repatriating ancient art versus keeping it in global institutions.
Topics discussed
Intro, Superman movies, and ads
Old men names and cultural trends
Carlos Alcaraz's haircut and tennis
Museum etiquette and looted art
Trump, the Smithsonian, and horror
80s movies, nostalgia, and cinema
Recent films and closing thoughts
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