The Backrooms Explained Pt. 1: Liminal Spaces and Capitalist Realism

The Backrooms Explained Pt. 1: Liminal Spaces and Capitalist Realism

Molly and Thomas are back with the first of a two-part deep dive into…The Backrooms. In this episode, Thomas explains what the backrooms are and how they are in fact not a new phenomenon. Your besties discuss how the psychology of liminal spaces, nostalgic shopping malls, and capitalism all come back to the backrooms. Plus, Molly and Thomas discuss Widow’s Bay in an all new 411. Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K. & Sarah M.!  Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo Photos: Daniel-José Cyan @d.cyanphotography Featured music: “Praise the Day” by Brylie Christopher Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury [https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury] Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K.,& Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo

Everything (Mostly) That Happened in 2025 | End-of-Year Megasode

Molly and Thomas are back to kick off the new year with an epic recap of 2026. Your besties go through the major current event stories of 2026 -- from celebrities in space to, to the Louvre Heist, and even some politics. Plus, Molly and Thomas give out their end of year awards for Worst Person of the Year, People Who Should Go To Space and Stay There, and more while also discussing their favorite movies of the year. Molly and Thomas cap off the episode by spinning the Wheel of Bad Movies! Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague. Thanks to our patrons: Sam K. & Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo The Spew theme: "Hurry Funk Intro" by diamond_tunes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury [https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury] Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K.,& Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo

Let's Go Shopping: Hair Care Products Pt. 2

This week, Molly and Thomas present the second half of our two-parter shopping for hair care products. Your besties determine whether they'd buy products like the Flowbee or the Instyler and go on a rabbithole about a supposedly edible beauty wax. Plus, Molly and Thomas answer questions for the Wheel of Chain Emails and discuss current events in an all new edition of The Spew!Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague. New episodes release every Thursday. Thanks to our patrons: Ryan C., Sam K., & Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo The Spew theme: "Hurry Funk Intro" by diamond_tunes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury [https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury] Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K.,& Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo

Let's Go Shopping: Hair Care Products Pt. 1

This week, Molly and Thomas are back with the first half of a two-parter shopping for hair care products. Your besties determine whether they'd buy products like Herbal Essences shampoo, Farrah Fawcett's hair products, or spray-on hair. Plus, Molly and Thomas share some juicy childhood stories answering questions for the Wheel of Chain Emails and discuss current events with Charlie Sheen, Cardi B, and Snoop Dogg in an all new edition of The Spew!Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague. New episodes release every Thursday. Thanks to our patrons: Ryan C., Sam K., & Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo The Spew theme: "Hurry Funk Intro" by diamond_tunes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury [https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury] Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K.,& Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo

The Wheel of Bad Movies Presents: Jungle 2 Jungle (1997)

The Wheel of Bad Movies CURSED Molly and Thomas to watch the 1997 Tim Allen Disney movie, "Jungle 2 Jungle." Before they dive into the movie, your besties debate Cheesecake Factory vs Olive Garden and discuss the gift of being alive to witness the art of Kendrick Lamar. Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague. New episodes release every Thursday. Thanks to our patrons: Ryan C., Sam K., & Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo The Spew theme: "Hurry Funk Intro" by diamond_tune Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/turn-of-the-century--6870789/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss]. https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury [https://linktr.ee/turnofthecentury] Turn of the Century is created, written, and produced by Molly Turner & Thomas Teague.  Thanks to our patrons: Sam K.,& Sarah M.! Main Title theme: "Fred on the Fritz" by Dyallo