Episodes

  • The State of Media and the Future of Storytelling

    The State of Media and the Future of Storytelling
    Mar 20 2026
    Something bigger than awards happened at this year’s Academy Awards. Multiple winners used their speeches to call out censorship, defend free speech, and warn about where media may be headed. At the same time, massive industry shifts from layoffs to potential mergers involving Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery are raising serious questions about control and influence. So what is really going on? In this episode, we break down whether media is actually in danger or simply evolving, who really controls what we see, and whether audiences have real choice or just the illusion of it. We also explore why storytelling matters now more than ever and what is at stake if those voices are limited. This conversation goes beyond Hollywood and gets to the core of how information, truth, and narratives are shaped today.
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    54 mins
  • Irish Culture Explained: Film, History & Buffalo’s St. Patrick’s Day

    Irish Culture Explained: Film, History & Buffalo’s St. Patrick’s Day
    Mar 13 2026
    From Hollywood to hometown traditions, this episode dives into Irish culture in film and history. We speak with Tony Davoren about his work on Sinners and Irish representation in cinema. You’ll also see a short Irish jig highlighting traditional dance. Finally, we explore Buffalo’s vibrant St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
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    54 mins
  • Give Her Flowers: Women Leading the World

    Give Her Flowers: Women Leading the World
    Mar 6 2026
    It’s Women’s History Month and we’re getting real. From Serena Williams and Caitlin Clark dominating sports, to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift shifting the music industry, women are shaping culture in powerful ways. But here’s the question: are we truly progressing, or just celebrating louder? We also unpack the modern career woman, the pressure of motherhood, equal pay conversations, and whether “having it all” is fact or fiction.
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    54 mins
  • America’s Next Top Model EXPOSED? And Buffalo’s Fashion Takeover

    America’s Next Top Model EXPOSED? And Buffalo’s Fashion Takeover
    Feb 27 2026
    Fashion is having a reckoning. This week on Group Chat, the team breaks down Netflix’s America’s Next Top Model docuseries and the questions it raises about reality TV, beauty standards, and what was really happening behind the scenes. Then we turn to Buffalo, where Black Carpet III takes over Shea’s on February 28th, bringing together designers, models, and creatives for a powerful celebration of culture and style. Was ANTM ahead of its time or out of line? Is community-driven fashion the future? Join the conversation and subscribe for more pop culture and real talk.
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    54 mins
  • Olympic Village Buzz & Culture Chaos

    Olympic Village Buzz & Culture Chaos
    Feb 20 2026
    This week on Group Chat, the timeline is heavy with nostalgia and headlines. The team reflects on the cultural impact of Robert Duvall and Jesse Jackson and breaks down the reaction to TMZ’s documentary on Michael Jackson. They also cover Olympic Village headlines, legal updates involving Stefon Diggs, what it is like to cook for celebrities, and Buffalo traditions such as fish fry Fridays and pierogi. Culture commentary and real conversation, just like your group chat.
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    54 mins
  • Love, Drama, and a Little Halftime Magic

    Love, Drama, and a Little Halftime Magic
    Feb 13 2026
    This week on Group Chat we break down Bad Bunny’s love letter to Puerto Rico, his halftime performance that included a real wedding and rumored celebrity couples making headlines. Then we zoom out and ask why we are so obsessed with messy love stories and fairytale endings. From dating show chaos to the new HBO sports romance Heated Rivalry, we explore what makes love stories so compelling on screen. Plus, a look at how people are really celebrating Valentine’s Day, from sober parties and cooking classes to choosing experiences over gifts and redefining love through friendship, community, and self-love. Tap in and join the conversation.
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    54 mins
  • The Big Year-End Hangout: Pop Culture, Perspectives, and Plenty of Laughs

    The Big Year-End Hangout: Pop Culture, Perspectives, and Plenty of Laughs
    Dec 5 2025
    In the final Group Chat episode of 2025, Bentley sits down with Allie Brady, Naila Ansari Catilo, and Alexa Zappia for a conversation that feels like an easy catch-up with friends. They revisit the moments, stories, and highlights that shaped their year and share what stuck with them. It’s a warm, lively wrap to 2025, and don’t fret, the fun starts up again in 2026.
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    54 mins
  • Stirring Up Thanksgiving: Comfort, Chaos, and Connection

    Stirring Up Thanksgiving: Comfort, Chaos, and Connection
    Nov 21 2025
    In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley takes a trip through all things Thanksgiving, from the nostalgic traditions we cling to every year to the new trends reshaping the holiday with Camille Le Caër, Krysta Mannion, and Michele Mehaffy joining the conversation.
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    54 mins