Happy Media

Happy Media

By Thaddeus DanquahTV & FilmSociety & Culture
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Happy Media episodes

  • Replay: Glee (w/ Andrew McGuire)

    Given recent Glee-boot news, we're replaying our Glee episode with special guest Andrew McGuire (host of the podcast Gleek of the Week)! In this episode, he joins Thaddeus to talk all about the hit FOX show. The duo discuss 3 of Andrew's favorite episodes ("Wheels", "Duets" and "Asian F"), the impact of the show and it's characters and how the show is of its time. Plus, they dive into the music, one of the most underrated performances and Andrew's thoughts on a Glee-boot.


    WARNING: SPOILERS FOR GLEE AND THE WHITE LOTUS SEASON 3


    Originally Released: 4/17/25


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    Episode Music


    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 26 min
  • Media of the Moment: A Different World and The Marlow Murder Club

    In this Media of the Moment episode, Thaddeus discusses the continuation of A Different World and the PBS series The Marlow Murder Club.


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    21 min
  • Grey's Anatomy (w/ Danielle)

    In this episode, Thaddeus and special guest Danielle (co-host of the podcast No More Late Fees), scrub in to talk about Grey's Anatomy. The duo recap 3 of Danielle's favorite episodes and discuss why the show has endured for nearly 25 seasons. Plus, they discuss the innovator that is Shonda Rhimes and TGIT, why Cristina Yang is such a unique character, and whether or not Meredith Grey is a mean girl.


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    If you'd like to share your own media of the moment that you're enjoying, tv or movie rankings or any media hot takes that you'd like read on the show email: [email protected]


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    Episode Music


    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Voyage of the Rock Aliens (w/ Jon Reilly)

    Get ready for a musical like no other! In this episode, Jon Reilly (host of the podcast Life's But A Song) is back to talk all about the 80's musical Voyage of the Rock Aliens with Thaddeus! The duo discuss the music, the endless subplots and the Jermaine Jackson music video that kicks off the film. Plus, Jon shares why the movie deserves a stage adaptation and why it's a perfect film.


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    If you'd like to share your own media of the moment that you're enjoying, tv or movie rankings or any media hot takes that you'd like read on the show email: [email protected]


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 34 min
  • Cartoons (w/ Ari Karim)

    We're celebrating 2 years of Happy Media with a very special episode all about cartoons with Ari Karim! Thaddeus and Ari talk about their favorite shows, the characters they relate to and the importance of cartoons. Plus, the duo rank their favorite theme songs.


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    Episode Music


    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 29 min
  • The Proud Family (w/ North)

    In this episode, North (host of the podcast Julie, Girl) is back to talk all things The Proud Family with Thaddeus! The duo recap 3 of his favorite episodes and discuss why the beloved series is so culturally specific yet universal. They also talk about the music within the show, incredible guest stars, ways it predicted the future and the reboot series. Plus, a new game called Yah or Naw!


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    If you'd like to share your own media of the moment that you're enjoying, tv or movie rankings or any media hot takes that you'd like read on the show email: [email protected] or send a DM on instagram


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    Episode Music


    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 25 min
  • Media of the Moment: Diarra From Detroit, The Polygamist and X-Men '97

    In this Media of the Moment episode, Thaddeus discusses the sophomore seasons of the mysterious dark comedy Diarra From Detroit and X-Men '97. Plus, the Netflix's hit drama The Polygamist.


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    22 min
  • Riverdale (w/ Emily)

    In this episode, Thaddeus and special guest Emily (co-host of the podcast River-Deep: A Riverdale Podcast), take a trip to Riverdale to talk about the teen drama's 100th episode. They recap the milestone episode and discuss why it's such a perfect episode for newbies to the series. Plus, Emily shares why she enjoys the show, spotlights her favorite ship and some hot takes about the series.


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 15 min
  • My Favorite Media: Sister Act 2

    In this episode, Thaddeus talks about why Sister Act 2 is one of his all-time favorite movies and how it shaped his childhood.


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    18 min
  • Furious 7 (w/ Jon Reilly)

    In this episode, Thaddeus and special guest Jon Reilly (host of the podcast Life's But A Song), get behind the wheel to talk all about Furious 7. The duo recap the movie and discuss why it's a standout in the Fast & Furious franchise. Plus, Jon shares who he identifies with in the family, theories about the movie and why he thinks action movies are musicals for straight men.


    For more Jon and Life's But A Song

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    If you'd like to share your own media of the moment that you're enjoying, tv or movie rankings or any media hot takes that you'd like read on the show email: [email protected]


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    Episode Music

    Fun Life by FASSounds

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    1 hr 13 min

About Happy Media

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A podcast all about the movies and TV shows that bring us comfort. Join host Thaddeus Danquah each episode as he interviews guests about the media they love, its impact on them and what makes…