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"Won't You Be My Neighbor?" Many of us grew up with this daily invitation from Fred Rogers (Mr. Rogers) and its the fitting title of wonderful, moving new documentary about his work and show, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Managing NOT to cry during the course of recording, on this week's episode, Alaia is joined by another big Mr. Rogers fan, Hana Nobel. We chat about why the movie earned a PG-13 rating, what we think about the upcoming biopic staring Tom Hanks and the surprising person...

#TeamJosh or #TeamCharles? Tune in to this week's episode of 18 to 49 as we dive into the delightful TV Land show Younger, starring Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff, Peter Hermann, Nico Tortorella, Miriam Shor and Debi Mazar. On this week's episode, Alaia is joined by podcaster and fellow Younger fan Kara Mayer Robinson (host of the Really Famous podcast) to talk about the show's love triangle, Liza's fashion sense (or lack thereof...), our hopes for Season 5 and more. Check out Kara's show at...

18 to 49 is back with all new episodes! This week, Alaia is joined by L'Oreal Payton Thompson of LT In the City to dish all about the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. It was a topic Alaia was avoid, but internet chatter left her no choice. LT is a feminist who is admittedly in love with love, making her the perfect guest to complement Alaia's skepticism. --- Connect with L'Oreal at http://www.ltinthecity.com Connect with 18 to 49...

On this episode, Alaia is joined by her friend Justin as they look back over the first seven seasons of the widely loved and critically acclaimed show Gilmore Girls. We discuss our favorite episodes, moments, town characters and more. Follow Justin on Twitter at http://twitter.com/justinscarelli Follow along with 18 to 49 http://twitter.com/18to49podcast http://facebook.com/18to49 http://www.18to49podcast.com

10/13 is a special date for fans of The X-Files. For those not in the know, its the birthday of creator Chris Carter, and the name of his production company ("I made this!"). On this special day, Alaia is joined by two of her best X-Files loving friends, Faiza and Justin to discuss Season 10 - with a twist. The series order was rearranged before the episodes aired. Before recording, the trio watched in the originally intended order. You'll learn how these three friends found the show and...

18 to 49 is back - and so is the new season of television. Peak TV shows no signs of being over and Karly from Core Temp Arts and TV Ate My Brain joins Alaia to discuss new and returning shows on your favorite broadcast, cable, and streaming networks. Annnnnd, it's episode 100. Woohoo! Learn more about Karly at www.coretemparts.com or follow along on Twitter: http://twitter.com/coretemparts and http://twitter.com/karlyvision Pop culture questions? Feedback? Love notes? Email...

This week, Alaia is joined by Mo of the TV Movie Mistress Podcast and Rod from The Black Guy Who Tips to dish about FX's confounding drama Tyrant. In light of recent events around the country, the trio also discusses the Black Lives Matter movement (35:52), how it is (and isn't) portrayed on TV, and Mo and Rod share how they think it could be handled. Connect with 18 to 49: http://www.18to49podcast.com http://facebook.com/18to49 http://twitter.com/18to49 Email your questions, feedback...

18 to 49 is back! This week, Alaia chats with Mo of the TV Movie Mistress Podcast and Mickey Leon of The Curvy Podcast to talk about the History Channel's 2016 remake of the icon TV movie "Roots." We dive into the acting, writing, overall quality of the series and the controversy surrounding the remake. Keep up with 18 to 49: www.18to49podcast.com http://twitter.com/18to49podcast http://facebook.com/18to49 Send your love notes to 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Connect with Mo of the TV...

We're baaaack! We took a hiatus because...life! But we tell you why and what's coming up. We even manage to get some TV talk in. This week: Underground, Game of Thrones, The Americans, Better Call Saul, The People vs. OJ Simpson, House of Cards, Girls and more.

This week was filled with tales of Americans and Crime and their Stories. On deck this week are reviews of American Crime and American Crime Story. Beyonce also got us all in #Formation and Brandi was present and ready for all the wonder. Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: 18to49podcast.com/about Tweet with us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast Like the stuff that Alaia posts on Facebook: http://facebook.com/18to49

The ladies agree that at this point in their lives they no longer have time to endure subpar status quo programming. While quality programming is hard to find these days, the ladies manage to squeeze out some solid recommendations. American Crime, Married at First Sight, The X-Files, Lucifer, and Younger get the nod of approval this week. They also tip their hats and give a high five to the SAG Awards. Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page:...

On part two of our X-Files special, Alaia is once again joined by Emily Manthei to review the first two episodes of the series reboot. They also discuss a few special X-Files related events, including David Duchovny's Walk of Fame ceremony. For this one, use the links I sent you for the last x-files episode. Find Emily online: http://instagram.com/emmimanthei http://twitter.com/emanthei www.emilymanthei.com Connect with...

This week Alaia gives the scoop on fresh new shows including The X-Files, Younger and Lucifer. Brandi catches us up with Married At First Sight and keeps us up-to-date with pop culture news. Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: www.18to49podcast.com Tweet with us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast.com Like the stuff that Alaia posts on Facebook: http://facebook.com/18to49

The X-Files is back! During the X-Files revival, Alaia will be joined by some other super fans to discuss the new episodes of the show. In this episode, Alaia is joined by friend and X-Files super fan Emily Manthei to discuss The X-Files so far - the mythology, the best stand alone episodes, Mulder and Scully's relationship and issues of race and diversity in The X-Files universe. Find Emily...

X-Files, X-Files and more X-Files! Not really, but Alaia DID attend a marathon event and gives her recap. We also discuss TBS' new comedy Angie Tribeca, Donald Trump's little dancers, documentary Brother Outsider and the state of the Academy Awards (aka the Oscars). Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: 18to49podcast.com/about Tweet with us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast Like the stuff that Alaia posts on Facebook: http://facebook.com/18to49

We take a moment to honor the lives of David Bowie and DJ Zin. Thanks to Alaia, we learned that the Golden Globes and People's Choice awards were both lackluster. Channing Tatum showed us that he runs the world while Jenna Dewan-Tatum hops on her pony on Lip Sync Battle. Alaia finished up Making a Murderer last week so you know the ladies had to dive in to discuss their thoughts. Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: www.18to49podcast.com Tweet...

2016 is here! We're back and on this week's show, we cover shows returning this winter, Luther's brief return and The Affair finale. We serve up quite a bit of phrase for FYI Network's foray into reality TV as we discuss Married At First Sight and #BlackLove. But streaming services really capture our attention as we cover Transparent, Making A Murderer, Black Mirror White Christmas and 30 Rock. Visit us online at www.18to49podcast.com Find us on Facebook:...

This week, we appreciate that there's still so much entertainment to enjoy in December. We actually discuss some movies this week! We also talk about NBC's latest live musical, The Wiz, Ryan Gosling on SNL, the triumpant return of Transparent, and more. Visit us online at www.18to49podcast.com Send us a love note - 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Follow on Facebok: http://facebook.com/18to49 Tweet us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast

#ThanksgivingwithBlackFamilies #ThanksgivingClapBack *Dramatic Pause* Fargo. Being Mary Jane. The Man In The High Castle. The Affair. The Leftovers. *Dramatic Pause* Queen Badu continues to reign and that's all that really matters. *Dramatic Pause* Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: www.18to49podcast.com Tweet with us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast.com Like the stuff that Alaia posts on Facebook: http://facebook.com/18to49

Sunday night was not a delight! Sadly, The Leftovers and the Affair left us wanting more. In pop culture news, Patti is being petty and Barbie gets a luxury makeover. Send us a note: 18to49podcast[at]gmail.com Check out our awesome About page: www.18to49podcast.com Tweet with us: http://twitter.com/18to49podcast.com Like the stuff that Alaia posts on Facebook: http://facebook.com/18to49