Another year, another marathon-length Logies. But this year’s ceremony showed a massive shift in Australian TV with Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe swallowing the whole event.

Osman, Thomas and returning guest Meg discuss the state of Aussie drama and comedy on commercial TV and whether the streaming takeover has finally arrived.

Plus, they dive into the golden age of tabloid media that birthed "Bennifer" (RIP) and break down Industry's second episode. Is this one of the best episodes of TV this year?

Another year, another marathon-length Logies. But this year’s ceremony showed a massive shift in Australian TV with Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe swallowing the whole event.
Osman, Thomas and returning guest Meg discuss the state of Aussie drama and comedy on commercial TV and whether the streaming takeover has finally arrived.
Plus, they dive into the golden age of tabloid media that birthed "Bennifer" (RIP) and break down Industry's second episode. Is this one of the best episodes of TV this year?

The Drop is a weekly show tackling the latest in the world of pop culture and entertainment. Why does it seem like everything on television is based on a true story? Why is Kate Bush back in the charts? How did Pete Davidson get so popular? Join host Osman Faruqi and The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age's team of culture writers and critics as they answer these questions and more along with interviews with musicians, actors, film makers and everyone involved in the world of culture.

The Drop is a weekly show tackling the latest in the world of pop culture and entertainment. Why does it seem like everything on television is based on a true story? Why is Kate Bush back in the charts? How did Pete Davidson get so popular? Join host Osman Faruqi and The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age's team of culture writers and critics as they answer these questions and more along with interviews with musicians, actors, film makers and everyone involved in the world of culture.

The Drop with Osman Faruqi

The Drop with Osman Faruqi is a weekly show tackling the latest in the world of pop culture and entertainment. Why does it seem like everything on television is based on a true story? Why is Kate Bush back in the charts? How did Pete Davidson get so popular? Join host Osman Faruqi and The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age's team of culture writers and critics as they answer these questions and more along with interviews with musicians, actors, film makers and everyone involved in the world of culture.

The Drop with Osman Faruqi is a weekly show tackling the latest in the world of pop culture and entertainment. Why does it seem like everything on television is based on a true story? Why is Kate Bush back in the charts? How did Pete Davidson get so popular? Join host Osman Faruqi and The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age's team of culture writers and critics as they answer these questions and more along with interviews with musicians, actors, film makers and everyone involved in the world of culture.

Our annual Australian TV check-in, the end of 'Bennifer' and 'Industry' S3E2 (Plus, some big news)

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The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's wildly popular book It Ends With Us is having it's Don't Worry Darling moment, with behind-the-scenes drama between co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni overshadowing the film's release. Osman, Thomas and special guest Meg discuss the film, it's controversial portray of domestic violence and what's going between the cast.

Plus, they discuss what the divisive reaction to Raygun tells us about the Olympics, Australia and culture.

Finally, they review the season three premiere of Industry and unpack why it's one of the most underrated shows on TV.

The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's wildly popular book It Ends With Us is having it's Don't Worry Darling moment, with behind-the-scenes drama between co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni overshadowing the film's release. Osman, Thomas and special guest Meg discuss the film, it's controversial portray of domestic violence and what's going between the cast.
Plus, they discuss what the divisive reaction to Raygun tells us about the Olympics, Australia and culture.
Finally, they review the season three premiere of Industry and unpack why it's one of the most underrated shows on TV.

The 'It Ends With Us' controversy, Raygun culture wars and Industry's triumphant return

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We're in the midst of the biggest TV event that comes around every four years: the Olympics. Osman, Thomas and Mel have Olympics fever, and they share their favourite moments so far - from emotional victories, to funny highlights and best celebrity encounters. Then they turn their attention to the state of cinema, with massive blockbusters Twisters and Deadpool & Wolverine bringing audiences back to theatres.

Are the films any good? Has Thomas finally come around to Glen Powell? Will Osman ever stop saying a movie he doesn't like is "the end of society as we know it"? Plus, three great film, TV and book recommendations to round out the episode.

We're in the midst of the biggest TV event that comes around every four years: the Olympics. Osman, Thomas and Mel have Olympics fever, and they share their favourite moments so far - from emotional victories, to funny highlights and best celebrity encounters. Then they turn their attention to the state of cinema, with massive blockbusters Twisters and Deadpool &amp; Wolverine bringing audiences back to theatres.
Are the films any good? Has Thomas finally come around to Glen Powell? Will Osman ever stop saying a movie he doesn't like is "the end of society as we know it"? Plus, three great film, TV and book recommendations to round out the episode.

Can the Olympics save us? Plus, 'Deadpool & Wolverine', 'Twisters' and the state of cinema

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Are you having a Brat summer?

Presidential candidate Kamala Harris is, according to singer Charli XCX. In this episode, Mel, Thomas and Os consider whether the Brat movement has reached its peak, and what happens when pop culture and presidential elections collide.

Plus, 20 years ago Vince, E, Ari, Turtle and Drama took us behind the scenes of Hollywood's elite when Entourage hit our screens. The hosts reflect on the showand its legacy - while it captured the popular imagination then, it's since copped strong criticism.

Are you having a Brat summer?
Presidential candidate Kamala Harris is, according to singer Charli XCX. In this episode, Mel, Thomas and Os consider whether the Brat movement has reached its peak, and what happens when pop culture and presidential elections collide.
Plus, 20 years ago Vince, E, Ari, Turtle and Drama took us behind the scenes of Hollywood's elite when Entourage hit our screens. The hosts reflect on the show and its legacy - while it captured the popular imagination then, it's since copped strong criticism.

The rise and fall of Brat culture. Plus, 'Entourage' turns 20

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Our annual Australian TV check-in, the end of 'Bennifer' and 'Industry' S3E2 (Plus, some big news)

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