This podcast episode explores the character of Tom Ripley in the Netflix series "Ripley," the portrayal of the character by actor Andrew Scott, the challenges of filming in black and white, Andrew Scott's personal beliefs and experiences with the Catholic Church, Lionel Shriver's controversial keynote address and her novel "Mania," the gendering of cars and its implications for women, and the historical lack of attention to women's safety in car design and testing. The episode delves into the complexities of these topics and their impact on society and culture.