Avatar is a science fiction film set in a lush alien world inhabited by the Na'vi. The movie is referenced in the podcast where there's mention of 'Avatar depression' after the movie was released due to people wanting to live in that world.
"The speakers reference the movie Avatar, sparking a conversation about wanting to be a Na'vi, the tall blue people from the film. This reference is an expression of escapism, wanting to be someone else in a cool world."