W.E. NEED TO TALK: MADONNA'S DIRECTORIAL OUTINGS!

THAT'S A WRAP ON MADONNA THE ACTRESS: SHANGHAI SURPRISE, NEXT BEST THING, & SWEPT AWAY! PLUS! RANKING TOUR ENDINGS

"I'm used to getting a good rumping from the critics. So what?" – Madonna In our final chapter on Madonna's film career, we're taking one last trip to the multiplex for three of her most infamous films: SHANGHAI SURPRISE, THE NEXT BEST THING, and SWEPT AWAY. We revisit the performances, the Razzie infamy, and the disappointing box office. Were her relationships with Sean Penn, Rupert Everett, or Guy Ritchie partially to blame? Then we shift gears as we prepare for our milestone 50th episode! Thanks to a listener's suggestion (that's Kevin!) we rank every closing number from Madonna's concert tours, starting with Material Girl, then Holiday, then Keep It Together and so on and so on! One last look back before we take our final bow, because THAT'S A WRAP ON MADONNA! (her film career, at least) Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be [https://a.co/d/0gAi3be] Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM [https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM] For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked [https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked] Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ [https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

GET INTO THE BRAND: MADONNA'S COMMERCIALS with TODD WERKHOVEN! PLUS CONFESSIONS II talk!

"To say that I have great marketing savvy is ultimately an insult, because it undermines my power as an artist." — Madonna In this episode, we take a look at Madonna's long and fascinating history in commercials. Whether she's selling Pepsi, promoting luxury fashion, or simply selling the idea of Madonna herself, one thing is certain: nobody knows branding quite like the Material Girl. We're joined by Madonna fan, podcaster and copywriter TODD WERKHOVEN (Portland at the Movies & Mark and Toddcast) to break down the ads, the campaigns, and the moments when Madonna turned marketing into an art form. We also discuss her new song, the Times Square appearance, and CONFESSIONS II - THE FILM. Mother is feeding us! Follow Todd on Instagram and Facebook: @toddwerkhoven Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be [https://a.co/d/0gAi3be] Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM [https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM] For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked [https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked] Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ [https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

W.E. NEED TO TALK: MADONNA'S DIRECTORIAL OUTINGS!

“Making movies is really hard. It's the hardest thing I've ever done.” – Madonna In this episode, we dive into Madonna’s bold stint behind the camera with her two feature films: FILTH AND WISDOM and W.E. From the chaotic bohemian dreamers of London to the doomed romance of Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII, the Queen of Pop takes herself, and the rest of us, to film school. We discuss the influence of Christopher Flynn, the shadow of her divorce from Guy Ritchie, and why these films might deserve a second look. Grab your fishnets, Criterion Collection, and a bucket of popcorn because the previews are starting! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be [https://a.co/d/0gAi3be] Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM [https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM] For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked [https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked] Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ [https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

REVOLUTION OF LOVE: THE ART FILMS OF MADONNA with NEIL GOLDBERG!

“A revolution of love is needed now more than ever.” – Madonna Grab your berets (French or otherwise) roll some clove cigarettes and get ready to start a revolution because in this episode we’re looking at Madonna in the context that suits her best: the art film. From whispered manifestos to high-fashion martyrdom, we dive into Madonna’s visual projects: Madonna x Steven Klein - X-STaTIC Pro=CeSS, SecretProjectRevolution, The Hire: Star. Her-Story, Madonna X Vanity Fair, and Funeral Rites.  It’s Madonna, so we know it’s high fashion. But is it art? Is it deep? Is it camp? Is it all those things? Is it more? We discuss. Joining us is visual artist and professor NEIL GOLDBERG, who helps us unpack the imagery, the intention, and the meaning (or lack thereof) behind these striking, divisive works. Check out Neil’s website https://neilgoldberg.com [https://neilgoldberg.com/] Links to the videos we discuss Madonna x Steven Klein - X-STaTIC Pro=CeSS  01 – Bed  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6Z5tLV4BJQ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6Z5tLV4BJQ] 02 – Coyote https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COcmAsuELGY [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COcmAsuELGY] 03 – Pulse https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaOTTZJa5g4 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaOTTZJa5g4] 04 – The Beast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-UQ2pcTcc8 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-UQ2pcTcc8] 05 - Queen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO7WX1lKcWw [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO7WX1lKcWw] 06 – Disposition 4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JgRALF8BwE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JgRALF8BwE] 07 – Disposition 9 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lykDTMxqWAI [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lykDTMxqWAI] SecretProjectRevolution https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXfXrl4K2D4 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXfXrl4K2D4] The Hire: Star (9:04) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nK87YLmagt4&list=PLsO2HF8sdQ9QMF-bOz_-qfw4dbeCBW6e7&index=4 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nK87YLmagt4&list=PLsO2HF8sdQ9QMF-bOz_-qfw4dbeCBW6e7&index=4] Her-Story (12:47) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr9_sweOdMQ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr9_sweOdMQ] Madonna X Vanity Fair: The Enlightenment (6:19) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtnRbQ4Amoo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtnRbQ4Amoo] Funeral Rites (2:34) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H42m_LC3TDk [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H42m_LC3TDk] Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be [https://a.co/d/0gAi3be] Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM [https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM] For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked [https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked] Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ [https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/] Photo of Neil Goldberg by Greg Kramer ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

MADONNA ON THE COFFEE TABLE: S.E.X. and THE GIRLIE SHOW w/MIKE JENSEN & VONIA ARSLANIAN!

“Some people need to be shocked.” - Madonna In this episode we look at Madonna in the context that suits her best: the coffee table. First we carefully open S.E.X., Madonna’s infamous 1992 coffee table book created with photographer Steven Meisel and a whole team of stylists, performers, and collaborators. Part art project, part provocation, the book pushed boundaries with its explicit imagery, elaborate role play, and basic construction problems. Then we flip to The Girlie Show, the lavish behind-the-scenes photography book documenting Madonna’s 1993 world tour. Joining us for the third time is someone who’s always boots: it’s MIKE JENSEN!  And who's that girl? Why it’s Mike's long time co-host: VONIA ARSLANIAN! She has graciously volunteered to speak for all women. Follow Mike on Twitter & IG: @mikejensen77 Listen to their podcast! Mike and Vonia Can't Not: linktr.ee/mikeandvonia [https://t.co/lpopbw5OiQ] We Couldn't Help But Wonder (A Sex & the City podcast with a twist!): wecouldnthelpbutwonder.com [https://t.co/AFCISLCSUt] Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration Pick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancer https://a.co/d/0gAi3be [https://a.co/d/0gAi3be] Pick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy: https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM [https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM] For autographed copies: https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked [https://www.johnflynncomedian.com/baked] Edited by: John Flynn Artwork by Dyna Moe: https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/ [https://www.nobodyssweetheart.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.