Best Jio Cinema Podcasts (2025)

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Side bar on casting The Astrology House, "too much spice" in our books, and Chappell Roan on being in "the middle" 26:18

43m ago26:18

26:18

Side bar on casting The Astrology House, "too much spice" in our books, and Chappell Roan on being in "the middle"

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Kelly Mullen & 'This Is Not A Game': Debut Discussions 38:59

1d ago38:59

38:59

On this episode we chat with Kelly Mullen about her debut grandmother-granddaughter whodunit, which delightfully features complex characters and humor. Kelly is a skeptical Scorpio, but she has so much confident wisdom to share about her journey to published author and about her break-out novel.

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Saumya Dave & 'The Guilt Pill": Complicated Conversations Series 45:23

8d ago45:23

45:23

What if women could get rid of their guilt? On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Saumya Dave to discuss her new novel, The Guilt Pill, a taut psychological drama about a CEO on maternity leave who goes missing after she becomes addicted to an experimental, guilt-erasing pill. Saumya shares her insights as a psychiatrist and a mot…

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Recapping The White Lotus Experience S3: what people loved, hated, and are still talking about (including creator Mike White) 35:22

10d ago35:22

35:22

Recapping The White Lotus Experience S3: what people loved, hated, and are still talking about (including creator Mike White)

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Sarah Jio & 'Insignificant Others': Complicated Conversations Series 37:35

15d ago37:35

37:35

In today’s Complicated Conversations we welcome New York Times bestselling author, Sarah Jio, to discuss her latest novel, Insignificant Others, an escapist story following a young woman stuck in a “time loop” of one-day relationships with romantic partners from her past. We chat with Sarah about the very relatable journey of self-discovery for her…

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White Lotus S3, Episode 8: The Father, The Son and The Holy Ghost 45:11

16d ago45:11

45:11

Alternate title: If you go down, I'm going down too.

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Kirthana Ramisetti & 'The Other Lata': Complicated Conversations Series 30:07

22d ago30:07

30:07

In this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome back Kirthana Ramisetti to discuss her third novel, The Other Lata, which explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and belonging through the story of Lata Murthy, an aspiring writer in New York City. We chat with Kirthana about the complexities of Lata's character, her journey of taking o…

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White Lotus S3, Episode 7: the ending is revealed, or is it? Lots of answers, but more questions. 38:27

23d ago38:27

38:27

White Lotus S3, Episode 7: the ending is revealed, or is it? Lots of answers, but more questions.

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Katy Hays & 'Saltwater': Complicated Conversations Series 42:48

29d ago42:48

42:48

On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome New York Times bestselling author, Katy Hays, to discuss her latest novel, Saltwater, an electrifying thriller about an opulent family retreat to Italy that’s shattered by the resurfacing of a decades-old crime. For fans of The White Lotus and the great Patricia Highsmith, Saltwater is a multi…

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White Lotus S3, Episode 6 Recap: there's surprising depth in these denials 55:33

1M ago55:33

55:33

Episode 6 in White Lotus Season 3 is called “Denials” and there is surprising depth and breadth to the denials in this episode. On our recap we dive into “the ick” of incest and what it all means for the Ratliff brothers, as well as Mike White’s push-the-envelope storytelling; what lessons the Ratliff patriarch has taken away from his chat with the…

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Sidebar on Netflix's Adolescence, Long Bright River, Sarah Snook, and funny ladies 33:45

1M ago33:45

33:45

On this episode we ask how is TV getting even BETTER?

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White Lotus S3, Ep5: Mirrors, Full Moon, and The Many Sides of Everyone (Full Moon Party) 36:08

1M ago36:08

36:08

White Lotus S3, Ep5: Mirrors, Full Moon, and The Many Sides of Everyone (Full Moon Party)

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A League of Their Own with The Stacks' Traci Thomas 50:33

1M ago50:33

50:33

On today’s episode we are thrilled to be joined by Traci Thomas, the creator and host of the critically acclaimed literary podcast, The Stacks, to discuss one of the most iconic movies of our time…A League Of Their Own. Directed by Penny Marshall, and starring a who’s who of an all-star cast of badass women, A League Of Their Own not only holds up …

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White Lotus S3, Episode 4: full-frontal, a mother-daughter face-off, and the gun becomes a farce? 39:27

2M ago39:27

39:27

White Lotus S3, Episode 4: full-frontal (again!), a mother-daughter face-off, and the gun becomes a farce?

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Clare Leslie Hall & 'Broken Country': Debut Discussions 41:17

2M ago41:17

41:17

On this episode of Debut Discussions we welcome Clare Leslie Hall to discuss her novel Broken Country, a sweeping love story with the pace and twists of a thriller mixed with a courtroom drama! We chat with Clare about her journey from a passionate reader to a successful novelist, sharing insights into her writing process, the personal inspiration …

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White Lotus S3, Episode 3: Astrology, Religion, Politics, Darkness, and Waking Up 42:22

2M ago42:22

42:22

White Lotus S3, Episode 3: Astrology, Religion, Politics, Darkness, and Waking Up

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Sidebar about the glory of TV right now and big changes coming? 25:22

2M ago25:22

25:22

Sidebar about the glory of TV right now and big changes coming?

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Holly Brickley & 'Deep Cuts': Debut Discussions 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

On this episode of Debut Discussions we welcome Holly Brickley to discuss her novel Deep Cuts, a love story about two people pulled apart by the same force that draws them together: music. Deep Cuts examines the nature of talent, obsession, belonging, and above all, our need to be heard. Holly shares her journey to becoming a published author; how …

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White Lotus Season 3, Ep 1&2 recap: Season 1 reincarnated 38:47

2M ago38:47

38:47

It’s time to check-in for the third season of The White Lotus, this time our guests and employees are at a luxury spa and wellness sanctuary in Thailand where the scenery is still gorgeous, the wealthy guests still insufferable, and the mystery of who died and who killed them still has us guessing. This is a slow burn, but we trust show creator Mik…

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Taylor Hutton & 'Strike & Burn': Complicated Conversations Series 38:45

2M ago38:45

38:45

On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Taylor Hutton, the pen name for writing duo Julie Buxbaum and Adele Griffin, to discuss their new novel Strike And Burn, a breathless romantic thriller that doesn't just toe the line between danger and desire—it burns it to the ground. When a book starts with a “meet cute” in a morgue, you kn…

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Yellowjackets Season 3, Episodes 1&2 recap 36:52

2M ago36:52

36:52

It’s been almost two years since we’ve convened with the wilderness, but it’s finally time to go back to the world of Yellowjackets for a third season. Did you spend your Valentine’s eating your heart out with this two-part premiere? If so, listen now to our recap where we chat about what did and didn’t work for us, where we think this season may t…

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Side Bar on pivots, reality TV, and the internet being a scary place 30:37

2M ago30:37

30:37

Side Bar on pivots, reality TV, and the internet being a scary place

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Layne Fargo & 'The Favorites': Complicated Conversations Series 40:54

2M ago40:54

40:54

*with a spoiler section - listen if you want to hear Layne explain THOSE moments* On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Layne Fargo to discuss her new novel, The Favorites, an epic love story set in the sparkling, savage sphere of elite figure skating about a woman determined to carve her own path on and off the ice. The Favorites…

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Sandra Chwialkowska & 'The Ends of Things': Debut Discussions 45:00

3M ago45:00

45:00

On this episode of Debut Discussions, we welcome Sandra Chwialkowska to discuss her novel, The Ends of Things, a story that is both a thought-provoking suspense and a meditation on female friendship and agency. Sandra shares her journey as a writer and producer, discussing her literary influences, the transition from literature to television writin…

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'Anora' & Mikey Madison 1:13:25

3M ago1:13:25

1:13:25

Continuing our discussions about Oscar-nominated movies, this time we’re chatting about Anora, a story about a young sex worker from Brooklyn who gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and marries the son of a Russian oligarch until it all goes terribly wrong. Mikey Madison brilliantly brings Ani to life in a role that was quite liter…

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Greg Wands and Elizabeth McCullough Keenan & 'Trust Issues': Complicated Conversations Series 50:31

3M ago50:31

50:31

On today’s Complicated Conversation we welcome Greg Wands and Elizabeth McCullough Keenan to discuss Trust Issues, which is a fresh take on the classic conman chase novel following two adult siblings forced to play nice in hopes of tracking down the man they believe killed their mother and ran off with their sizable inheritance. We chat with Liz an…

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Side Bar on Oscar nominations, what happens when you pay creators for their art, the unexpected obsession we both have for The Favorites, and reality TV's extended downbeats 28:56

3M ago28:56

28:56

In today’s Sidebar episode we discuss our mutual obsession with The Favorites by Layne Fargo; the Oscar nominations; what happens when you pay creators for their art, and TV shows coming back that we are so excited for (hello Yellowjackets and White Lotus), as well as our upcoming dive into reality TV. The PFW Sidebar is now in session!…

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'The Substance' & Demi Moore & Coralie Fargeat 1:26:46

3M ago1:26:46

1:26:46

In today’s episode we dive into The Substance, written and directed by Coralie Fargeat and starring Demi Moore in an Oscar-worthy performance (go watch her acceptance speech from the recent Golden Globes win stat!). In case you’ve somehow been out of the loop, the film centers on Elisabeth Sparkle, a Jane Fonda–esque actor and fitness icon who is a…

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High-low Therapy - defying gravity, the afterlife, and anger 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

Welcome to a new segment called high-low therapy, where we let a deck of cards take us to places we never expected. On this episode, Carinn is the dealer and Kate in the hot seat. We touch on time travel, theme songs, belief in the afterlife, and how we feel about anger.

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Sash Bischoff & 'Sweet Fury': Debut Discussions 36:48

3M ago36:48

36:48

On this episode of Debut Discussions, we welcome Sash Bischoff, to discuss her novel Sweet Fury, a story about a beloved actress who is cast in a feminist adaptation of the Fitzgerald classic Tender Is The Night, but finds herself the victim in a deadly game of revenge in which everyone, on screen and off, is playing a part. Sash shares her journey…

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A Spy Among Friends 4:34

3M ago4:34

4:34

This underrated gem focuses on the psychological cost of living in a world built on lies This show is atmospheric, stylish, and packed with razor-sharp dialogue that keeps you hanging on to every word The espionage genre has always been a playground for tension, deception, and moral ambiguity, capturing audiences with its shadowy corridors of secre…

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Side Bar on our mission, Kate's vision, and vacations - January 9, 2025 42:13

4M ago42:13

42:13

We’re back with our first Sidebar of 2025 and we’re discussing our renewed commitment to our podcast mission, how we spent our holiday break, and where we stand on our personal vision, goals and directions for the new year…a cocoon and a butterfly! Listen now to hear more! The PFW Sidebar is now in session!…

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Fiona Davis & 'The Stolen Queen': Complicated Conversations Series 24:30

4M ago24:30

24:30

On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction novels, to discuss her latest, The Stolen Queen, which she describes as Thelma and Louise meets Indiana Jones! Fiona discusses her journey from actress to journalist to novelist, the viral Met Gala picture (involving Kim Kard…

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Raz Tal Schenirer & 'Where Love Lies': Debut Discussions 32:00

4M ago32:00

32:00

On this episode of Debut Discussions, we welcome Raz Tal Schenirer to discuss her novel, Where Love Lies, a story about the longings and lies of falling in love, the slippery slope of controlling relationships, and the strength it takes to find your own voice. Raz shares her journey as a writer and the personal inspiration behind her debut novel; h…

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Side Bar on Goals Part 2 53:49

4M ago53:49

53:49

We’re back with Part 2 of our Sidebar conversation on goals and we’re reflecting on the past while looking ahead to the future. What should our direction or theme be for 2025? What is calling us? We are waiting on some major inspiration here! Will Carinn finally pull Kate to the dark side of reality TV? Stay tuned! The PFW Sidebar is now in session…

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Side Bar on Goals, in which Kate allows herself to be lead down the dark path of goal setting by goals-fanatic Carinn 28:54

4M ago28:54

28:54

We’re back with another Sidebar conversation and since we are closing out another year and looking ahead to 2025 we return to a topic that always gets us talking (debating? disagreeing?)...GOALS. Listen to hear Kate discuss her hesitant feelings about goal setting, but then how she gets led down the dark path by goals-fanatic Carinn by the end!…

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Side Bar about Hot Frosty, what makes a book 'good' or 'bad', and best of aggregate lists 30:50

4M ago30:50

30:50

We’re back with another Sidebar conversation where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In this episode, we chat about the world of holiday movies (helllooo Hot Frosty and the resurgence of Chad Michael Murray and Linsday Lohan!), what makes a book “good” or “bad”, how we feel about those year-end “best of” aggre…

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Katie Holt & 'Not In My Book': Debut Discussions 27:13

5M ago27:13

27:13

On this episode of Debut Discussions, we welcome Katie Holt to discuss her novel, Not In My Book, an enemies-to-lovers story that’s described as The Hating Game meets Beach Read! Katie shares her journey from avid reader to writer. She passionately defends the romance genre against common misconceptions and explores the complexities of the enemies …

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Catherine Steadman & 'Look In The Mirror': Complicated Conversations Series 32:56

5M ago32:56

32:56

On today’s Complicated Conversations, we welcome Catherine Steadman, an author, screenwriter, and actress often recognized for playing Mabel Lane Fox in Downton Abbey. Catherine’s new novel, Look In The Mirror, is a psychological thriller with a propulsive plot that will have you turning pages through every heart-pounding twist and turn. We chat wi…

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If These Walls Could Talk 5:19

5M ago5:19

5:19

This Demi Moore-Sissy Spacey-Cher starrer shows how societal attitudes influenced women’s reproductive rights over decades With abortion rights once again under threat, the message in this HBO anthology film feels as urgent now as it did nearly three decades ago. Today, we’re revisiting a poignant, powerful, and, sadly, forgotten gem —the 1996 HBO …

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The Pilot of High Potential on ABC: Celebrating Elevated Network Television 30:28

5M ago30:28

30:28

On today’s episode we’re recapping the pilot episode of High Potential, a crime dramedy on ABC starring Kaitlin Olson, about a single mother with three kids who is a cleaning lady for the Los Angeles Police Department and who also happens to be a high potential intellectual the cops realize they need to solve crime. We chat about the ways this feel…

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Side Bar on good books and Goodreads, how we move on from burnout, whether there can ever be nuance in the Trad Wives conversation, and of course, there's a little bit of astrology 46:37

5M ago46:37

46:37

Side Bar on good books and Goodreads, how we move on from burnout, whether there can ever be nuance in the Trad Wives conversation, and of course, there's a little bit of astrology

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The Late Shift 5:52

5M ago5:52

5:52

In the latest episode, we dive into an underrated film that captures the legendary battle for late-night supremacy with wit and gravitas. Each person has their own favourite Jimmy, it’s either Kimmel or Fallon but never both. Conan O'Brien may have pivoted to podcasts and perhaps, headlining that oddball travel show but the highlight of his CV rema…

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Bad Sisters Season 2, Ep 1&2: making sense of that devastating twist 31:43

5M ago31:43

31:43

Bad Sisters is back! Season Two of this dark comedy hit from the genius brain of Sharon Horgan returns, and while we are so thrilled to have this incredible cast of actresses back on our screens in the beautiful Irish setting, we definitely have some questions about that devastating twist and where the season is going. Listen now to our recap of Ep…

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'Disclaimer' & Cate Blanchett: The Perils of Being a Woman 30:32

5M ago30:32

30:32

On our new episode we’re discussing the Apple TV+ limited series, Disclaimer, and specifically, the gut punch twist heard round the world. Based on a book by Renee Knight and created for TV by famed director Alfonso Cuaron, Disclaimer’s multiple perspective storytelling technique is meant to ultimately make audiences confront their own judgements a…

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Gossip Girl: Cultural Flashback Pilots Inspired by Nobody Wants This 40:51

5M ago40:51

40:51

In our latest episode we are chatting about another cultural flashback pilot episode inspired by Nobody Wants This…Gossip Girl. Adam Brody and Kristen Bell have reminded us all that they’re national treasures and their beginnings in 2000s teen dramas were worth coming back to. We’ve covered the pilot episode of The O.C., Veronica Mars, and now Goss…

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Alyssa Jarrett & 'Love On The Rocks': Complicated Conversations Series 38:01

6M ago38:01

38:01

On this episode of Debut Discussions, romance author Alyssa Jarrett shares her journey from a passionate reader to a published writer of a four-part series. She discusses her second installment, Love on the Rocks, an opposites-attract rom-com that proves love is the most exciting adventure of all. Blending Silicon Valley satire with romantic comedy…

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Why Mama is a lot more than a ghost story 5:45

6M ago5:45

5:45

More than a typical horror, this Guillermo del Toro-produced film explores human and supernatural connections with depth and dread You may be just about recovering from your Halloween hangover but we at OTTplay believe in letting the chills flow throughout the year. So in today’s episode of Lost & Found, we’re delving into a rare horror film that h…

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'Martha' Queen of Perfection Netflix Documentary 1:18:31

6M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

In today’s episode we’re discussing the Netflix documentary on Martha Stewart, a model turned stockbroker turned domestic goddess and CEO, the “original influencer,” the first self-made female billionaire, and an expert at reinventing her brand and doing it on her own terms. The Martha documentary explores the price of her quest for perfection, but…

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Side bar on what we're watching (and why), Andrew Garfield, and celebrating yeses from the universe 37:39

6M ago37:39

37:39

We’re back with another Sidebar conversation where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In this episode, we chat about what we’re watching (and why) - Anatomy of Lies and Disclaimer; the smoldering flirtationship between Amelia Dimoldenberg, comedian and host of Chicken Shop Date, and Andrew Garfield (listen to t…

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