Derry Girls, The Mole, and Corden vs. McNally
We discuss Derry Girls and The Mole, two shows about groups of people trying to get what they want, episode after episode. 02:28 Derry Girls, streaming on Netflix in the U.S., strikes a sweet balance between teenage self-obsession and adulthood. 21:11 The Mole — Netflix’s revival of the early-aughts reality competition show — has some flaws, but is ultimately a fun ride for anyone who likes puzzles, heists, and gameplay. 42:04 Plus, culture notes about James Corden getting banned (possibly twice?) from Balthazar. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus more — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs for what to watch can go to criticismisdead@gmail.com. Music: REEKAH Artwork and design: Sara Macias and Andrew Liu