Midnight Local

VEEP was right!


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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the TV show Veep and its parallels to real-world politics. They share their impressions of the show, including the shaky camera style and the unlikeable characters. They also discuss the dynamics of dysfunctional office environments and the chaos that comes with working in politics. The conversation touches on the authenticity of political shows and the balance between dialogue-heavy and visually-driven storytelling. The conversation explores the themes of cinema, musical theater, sitcoms, and the influence of media on our lives. It touches on the idea that the camera should speak more than the dialogue in films, and how musical theater can convey plot points through songs. The hosts discuss the similarities between sitcoms and real life, and how people often see their own lives reflected in these shows. They also delve into the concept of leading men in Hollywood and the changing landscape of stardom. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the vice presidential picks and the role of money in politics.


Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Show Announcement

02:36

Impressions of Veep: Shaky Camera and Unlikeable Characters

08:02

Hating the Characters and Sticking with the Show

12:46

Selena, Mike, and Gary: The Heroes of Veep

17:45

Veep: More Than Just Politics

21:18

The Incompetence and Chaos of the Office

23:33

Finding Catharsis in Watching Veep

26:17

The Power of the Camera in Cinema

26:41

The Effectiveness of Musical Theater

27:31

Sitcoms: Reflections of Real Life

28:00

The Evolution of Leading Men in Hollywood

40:41

The Influence of Money in Politics

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Midnight LocalBy Greg Titian & Meredith Ambelang

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