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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.

Great Moments in Music Video History: ZZ Top’s Car Wash in Space

What do you tip when you go to a space car wash anyway?

March 25, 2026

‘Hannibal 2×07 Recap: No Bargaining With Smoke

Not a dream! Not a hoax! Not an imaginary tale!

March 24, 2026

‘Project Hail Mary’ Review: Ryan Gosling Saves the Universe

Gosling may have found his greatest star vehicle yet.

March 20, 2026

Conan O’Brien Already Gave Us the Perfect Chuck Norris Tribute

If you want a bit that's full-on knee-slapping belly laughs every time, it doesn't get better than the Walker Lever.

March 20, 2026

‘Hannibal’ 2×06 Recap: A Poisonous Man

This episode is one long tightening of the noose. The question is: Whose neck is in the loop?

March 18, 2026

The Best Moment of the 2026 Oscars

Moments like this crack the appearance of careful orchestration and decorum that so guides many awards shows.

March 16, 2026

‘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.

March 6, 2026

Hannibal 2×05 Recap: She Cuts Like Stone

This episode's casualties hit much closer to home. 

March 4, 2026