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Van Lathan Jr. on 'Sinners,' Black Cinema and the Value of White Criticism

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By Michael Harriot Verified, Van Lathan
| ContrabandCamp
White people didn’t go see Sinners. According to the Motion Picture Association, white people are the least likely to see any movie. Even when they do, a 2011 study found that white audiences were less interested in films with “minority cast members.” Research by Social neuroscientists also shows that white filmgoers are less likely to empathize with Bla…
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The Eagles and Ravens Are Going in Opposite Directions. Todd McShay on Ryan Day’s Ohio State Future and the Final CFB Playoff Spots. Plus, Van Lathan Went to Frolic Room!

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By Ryen Russillo, Todd McShay, Van Lathan
| The Ryen Russillo Podcast
Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images Russillo starts the show with his awards for Week 13 in the NFL (0:53) before unveiling his latest college football rankings (21:20). Then, he’s joined by Todd McShay to try to wrap their heads around Michigan’s stunning upset, determine who the last team in the playoff should be, and preview the conference championship games (27:30). Finally, Van Lathan stops by to discuss his trip to Frolic Room with Kyle (69:59) and Life Advice (82:12).
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Was ‘Gladiator II’ Mid? Plus, the Leading Men Draft.

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By Van Lathan, Charles Holmes Verified, Jomi Adeniran, Steve Ahlman Verified
| The Ringer Verified
Chuck returns for fall’s most anticipated film: Gladiator II (10:25). The Boys then get into their draft of Hollywood’s best leading men (41:44). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Subscribe: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / YouTube The Ringer’s Streaming Guide It’s hard to know what to watch.
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