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Chekhov's Whatever

Chekhov's Whatever

Written by: Meg Mezeske
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 Playwright Anton Chekhov famously said, "Never place a loaded rifle on stage if it isn't going to go off." In other words, every detail must be relevant and every setup should have a payoff. Thus, the narrative principle of Chekhov's Gun was born, but it isn't always a gun! Chekhov's Whatever is a podcast where host Meg Mezeske and guests watch a movie and try to predict what role Chekhov's Gun will play.2024 Art
Episodes
  • "Good Boy" with Ryan Hanna

    "Good Boy" with Ryan Hanna
    Dec 23 2025

    Ryan Hanna joins to talk about the 2025 supernatural horror film "Good Boy," starring Indy (the dog), Shane Jensen, and Arielle Friedman. Written and directed by Ben Leonberg.

    Featuring Chekhov's Basement, Chekhov's Ghost Dog, Chekhov's Taxidermied Fox, and more.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • "Frankenstein" (2025) with Apryl Markham

    "Frankenstein" (2025) with Apryl Markham
    Nov 25 2025

    Apryl Markham (The Thirst Podcast, "i was afraid i'd eat your brains") joins to talk about the 2025 gothic horror film "Frankenstein," starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz. Directed by Guillermo del Toro.

    Featuring Chekhov's Prosthetic Leg, Chekhov's Oedipal Complex, Chekhov's Hole in the Floor, and more.

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • "Superman" (2025) with Polina Grinbaum

    "Superman" (2025) with Polina Grinbaum
    Nov 11 2025

    Polina Grinbaum (Happily Ever Aftermath) joins to talk about the 2025 superhero action movie "Superman," starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult. Written and directed by James Gunn.

    Featuring Chekhov's Lost Message, Chekhov's Falafel Guy, Chekhov's Influencer Girlfriend, and more.

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    1 hr and 56 mins
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