Matthew Jackson

Matthew Jackson (he/him) is a writer, critic, podcaster, and nerd-for-hire who’s been writing about pop culture for more than 15 years. He lives in Austin, Texas, and when he’s not writing he’s usually counting the days until Christmas.
The Best Moment of the 2026 Oscars
Moments like this crack the appearance of careful orchestration and decorum that so guides many awards shows.
‘Shoresy’ Is Better Than ‘Ted Lasso’ and I’m Tired of Not Talking About It!
I would not have expected, when 'Shoresy' first arrived, that Keeso's series would top Bill Lawrence and Jason Sudeikis' soccer tour-de-force, but it's done it.
Hannibal 2×05 Recap: She Cuts Like Stone
This episode's casualties hit much closer to home.
Great Moments in Music Video History: Eddie Money is…Dracula
Finally, a Dracula just for dads.
Horror Secret Handshakes: ‘Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood’
It's basically Jason vs. Carrie.
Send Jason Mantzoukas to the Olympics, You Cowards!
While we're throwing celebrities at the Olympics left and right, Mantzoukas should get his shot at Olympic correspondent glory.
‘Hannibal’ 2×02 Recap: The Only Thing That Feels Normal
It's gorgeous in that horrible way that so much of 'Hannibal' is gorgeous.
‘Hannibal’ Season 2 Premiere Recap: Grotesque But Useful
It begins, appropriately, with a meal...









