Film Club for the End of the World
Writer Stephen Nothum plays a nihilist film critic in this satirical and hopeful film club podcast. Each week, he and a special guest analyze a film's characters, themes, and how it connects to larger societal conversations. The podcast is set to launch in Summer 2026. Listeners can become members of the film club on Patreon.
Episodes
Her (2013) & AI with Dave Jorgenson
Stephen and guest Dave Jorgenson, renowned social media newsman, sit down to discuss Spike Jonze's Her (2013), whether the film has aged poorly, and how (and why) our collective sentiment toward the concept of artificial intelligence has shifted immensely in the decade since this film was released.Support for Film Club for the End of the World comes from listeners like you. Get bonus episodes and
The Truman Show (1998) with Pop Culture Detective
Join Stephen and guest Johnny McIntosh (Pop Culture Detective) for a deep dive into The Truman Show (1998). They'll discuss how our reality might be far more troubling than Truman's, how society today voluntarily retreats into its own Sea Havens, and how contemporary audiences react very differently to this film than those who watched it in 1998.Support for this podcast comes from viewers like you
Resident Evil (2026) with Game Designer Tyler McCombs
Stephen and video game designer Tyler McCombs discuss why Resident Evil (2026) may be one of the best video game films yet, and Tyler provides commentary on how the film speaks the language of video game design so well. They'll also react to some heated criticisms of Cregger's film.Support for this podcast comes from viewers like you. To become a supporting member, check out the Patreon here: http
The Elephant Man (1980) & Ableism with Nick Arnold
Stephen & guest Nick Arnold (NickinRevue) ask if this movie is a masterpiece or sentimental ableist hogwash...or both? They'll also discuss the actual history of the film's protagonist and how audiences reacted to it over 40 years ago at its release. Nick also shares what he looks like shirtless...don't worry, it'll make sense.To support the show, check out the Patreon here: https://www.patreo
Eighth Grade (2018) & the Internet with Kaden Watson & Shannon Sweeney
Stephen and guests Kaden Watson and Shannon Sweeney discuss Eighth Grade (2018), Bo Burnham's thoughts on the internet, the next big movie niche: Mormon protagonists, and so much more.Join the film club here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworldKaden's TikTok: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworldShannon's TikTok: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendofthe
Coyote v Acme (2026) & Solidarity with BrandonToksMovies
Stephen and guest Brandon Treadway (BrandonToksMovies) discuss how Coyote v Acme (2026) captures this moment in history, what the next Looney Tunes movie should be, and the surprisingly heady themes this film tackles.CONTENT ADVISORY: this episode briefly discusses self-harm ideation.Stop overthinking movies alone. Join the film club: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworldBrandon's
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) & Intimacy with Ciarra Jones
Stephen and Ciarra (known as The Gardening Theologian on socials) discuss their own awakenings through film, how this film reclaims queer love, what Little Death represents, and the sticky territory around consent that the film attempts to navigate.Join the film club today so you can be a part of our film community: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld/membership
Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) & Human Support with Dr. Jen Doty
Stephen and guest Professor Jen Doty dig into Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), the types of support young people need to thrive, how digital media has reshaped the adolescent experience, and how Charlie may have actually saved himself in the end. This podcast is funded by listeners like you. Please consider supporting here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld/membership
Sentimental Value (2025) & Honesty with Clau Quijas
Stephen and guest Clau Quijas (writer/director/actor) explore the simplicity and honesty of Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value (2025) while also discussing the state of international cinema, American tropes in foreign films, and Stephen's recent social media drama with another creator.Join the film club here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld
I Saw the TV Glow (2024) & Trans Horror with James Willey
Stephen & guest James Willey (moviegoodormoviebad) explore how I Saw the TV Glow (2024) masterfully creates a story that is hauntingly powerful for members of the trans community while also being poignant and accessible to individuals outside of that community. We also discuss the Muppets, trans athletes, and James's interview with director Jane Schoenbrun.For more, check out the film club her
There Will Be Blood (2007) & Footbagging with Obscure History
Stephen & guest Josh Zurbrick (Obscure History) discuss There Will Be Blood (2007), megachurches, oligarchs, and footbagging in this week's episode. And don't worry, footbagging is not the slur it sounds like.Join the film club here for bonus episodes and access to our vibrant community: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld/membership
The Odyssey (2026) & De-powered Women with Dr. Celsiana Warwick
Dr. Celsiana Warwick, professor of Greek Classics, joins Stephen to discuss Nolan's The Odyssey (2026), how it holds up as an adaptation, and what Nolan's script did to the women in Homer's epic poem.For more conversation on this episode, head over to Film Club for the End of the World on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld
Network (1976) & Rage Bait with Reel Takes
Stephen and guest Reel Takes (Dan Monaghan) discuss Sidney Lumet's Network (1976), exploring how this movie predicts rage bait, the attention economy, and the dissolving of all journalism into corporate interests. Become a member of our film today to enjoy a trove of extra benefits, special content, and access to our film club community: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld
Legally Blonde (2001) with Fantastic Frankey
Stephen & special guest Fantastic Frankey discuss how Legally Blonde (2001) is SO much more than just a comedy. Want to discuss this film and others with a vibrant community of film overthinkers? Check out the film club on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/filmclubfortheendoftheworld
Fight Club (1999) & Incels
Stephen and special guest Brian Van Brunt discuss Fight Club (1999) and incel culture.
A Scanner Darkly (2006) & Surveillance
Gideon Epstein of the ACLU and Stephen discuss Richard Linklater's A Scanner Darkly (2006) and how police surveillance is going to end the world.Gideon Epstein is a Policy Counsel with the ACLU of Massachusetts’ Technology for Liberty Program, where he focuses on civil liberties, surveillance, data privacy, and artificial intelligence issues. In this role, he leads local and statewide advocacy eff
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