Happenstance with Jyo and Sam

In which we are being bad 😎 😎😎 with Miami's own Federico Slezynger— animator, illustrator, clown, actor, Mr. 305 Jr., and most Wizard-like guy we know. Who is Bad Boys' leading man? Why won't Martin Lawrence's character's wife f*ck him? Why does Fed talk like a radio announcer? Is there a plight of the White Latino? (Sam, famous Just White race warrior, thinks so)  Plus, Pep...

In which we are feeling it out... with special guest, the one, the only, MICKEY WOO (fashion icon, comedian, and perm-haver)!!! This episodes all about naming names and Gotcha journalism. We don't talk about Inside Out 2 until like 40 minutes in, but oh boy do we talk feelings. What are our Myers-Briggs personality types? What are our individual relationships with the baristas at our local cof...

In which we are madly...ideas-maxxing...with Melissa Peng!!! Amateur Bird Watcher, UCB Maude team member and good Party Friend. This movie is set in Australia?? How many times should you watch Pixar's Cars in school? What if Sam was named Ham...and she was feminist?? Plus, facetiming Ghostface, Furiosa history and a takedown of the Fury Road titty machine. Kachow!

In which we're Colin what happens with Colin and Penelope...featuring special guest, member of Jyotsna's improv team and Bridgerton expert, Katie Bates!!! But first, when was Pirates of the Caribbean? Is Sam a reincarnated Pomeranian? Who in Bridgerton would vape the most? And for like the fifth episode in a row, will someone hang dong? Plus, Katie's take on the Saltburn bathtub scene,...

In which we’re taking some big swings. Guys, it’s Happenstance Season 2, and this time, it’s personal. We’re finally opening up about our love lives, hopes and dreams, and c*ntservative values. But anyway, how bi is this movie? What does Roger Federer smell like? Is summer 2024 the summer 2016 of now? Plus, threesome math, a Pokemon Go car crash, and our Q2 update on the man economy. Live, laugh,...

In which we are having a Boll-ywood… with special guest Amrita Suresh! (Jyotsna’s sister, a.k.a. the most famous brown person in New England.) This week, we’re taking on a classic of Indian cinema, and getting in touch with our swaggy sides. But why does Shah Rukh Khan cry so damn much? Who's the world's most successful ugly person? Where should white people colonize next? Plus, our favori...

In which we have a wee bit o' fun...with the Leprechaun franchise. St. Patrick's Day is comin' up and we're keeping it Irish for this one. We're talkin' O'Reilly Autoparts, the potato famine and "Taken" starring Liam Neeson (who is Irish), but otherwise staying pretty on topic for once. Why does the Leprechaun go to space? Why does he go Back 2 Tha Hood? Why d...

In which we don’t Os-care at all about awards shows. In honor of Hollywood’s big night, we’re giving our stances on the films of the past year, and we’re not afraid to get controversial… Is Poor Things the worst movie ever made? Who’s the real winner of Rodgers vs. Kimmel? Why can’t Martin Scorsese just stay at home?  Plus, the Saltburn bathtub scene, the biggest scandal the Obamas ever witnessed,...

In which we are Dune our best...with special guest Kevin Chu! (certified Dune enjoyer) And also opening some other cans of giant worms- for instance, is it time for a cringe-culture renaissance? What is the creator of Happy Bunny's sexuality? And if your gf became a worm, would she love you back? Plus, shape theory, straight twink/babygirl discourse, and *warning* some Dear Evan Hanson spoiler...

In which we don’t know Jack (Black)… with special guest Aidan Dorn-Wallenstein! (Actor, writer, producer, and certified Young Gen-Z.) It’s KFP week, and we’re tackling the heavy topics. Like, how does Po identify sexually? Which kung fu animals would we be? And what the hell is F-throat? Plus, baseball vs. basketball jews, if Jesus had a brother, and the craziest line Sam ever had to say in acting...

In which we weave some tales...with special guest, Tyler Pruyn! (2008-2019 Marvel expert, and 2020 guy who played Chris Pratt in an unlicensed Zoom Marvel musical.) Just like Madame Web (we think) this one's all about years future and past. But how did Dakota get this role? Why is it coming out on Valentine's? Is it "madam" or "muh-daam" (French?) And what is "Mesh...

In which we bowl you over with our sports knowledge. It’s the Big Game, and it’s time to make some big bets. Can Kansas City stop the 49ers rush offense and Brock Purdy's legs? Why did Brittany Mahomes name their children that? How is all this gonna affect the 2024 election? And who is God rooting for? Plus, the definitive Super Bowl ad formula, a Taylor/Travis pregnancy, and why Usher should...

In which we are… winging it (we already used that pun, but whatever). It’s the Month of Love, and we’re spending some quality time with TikTok’s favorite fantasy romance book. But how “spicy” is it? What are the four F’s of dragon riding? How would you even take your centaur boyfriend to a drive-in movie? Plus, egg fertilization, the joys of military school, and uncovering a dairy conspiracy.

In which we are jumping for Joey… new Bachelor season, baby! And this time it’s tennis pro and notable short king Joey Graziadei. But is anyone actually 5’11? Can we name multiple pasta shapes? How are we gonna survive the Water Wars? Plus, power-tripping nurses, cartoon mayors, and the Boss Hog of Mississippi. 

It's Cousinstance, y'all! This week, Sam is joined by beloved cousin and pod listener—wine expert, Molly Schraeder. Featuring a special Winepenstance (in which Sam guesses the qualities of a varietal of grape), this ep is all about hunting for answers. What is the best Justin Long vehicle? Would Sam date Buddy the elf from Elf? Who is Molly's #1 Female Icon? Plus, more germane question...

In which we are Yellowstunned…  In honor of the new year, we’re releasing the first ep we ever recorded back in Summer 2023, a simpler time. We don’t even know what we talked about in this one, but it’s the reason we started the pod... Yellowstone: What Everyone’s Watching Except People You Actually Know. Yeehaw 🤠

In which we do some Grem-lyin’. Is it hard not to feed a Gremlin? What’s the worst possible way to find out Santa isn’t real? Is it racist to make up ways a movie could be racist? Seriously, please let us know. Plus, SuperWhoLock talk, the Christmas Story sexy leg lamp, and the fish vs. cat dichotomy in mens' dating profiles.

In which we are choc(olate) full of ideas. Why isn’t Timothée Chalamet British? Do they ever call him William? And does rapping in your school talent show save you from getting canceled?  Plus, our thoughts on the top two Hughs (Jackman and Grant), Oompa Loompa activism, and the real problem with racists.

In which we tell some doll tales… but just the white ones (in a woke way.) Who invented the American Girls? Why was Kit slaying so hard during the gd Great Depression? How disappointed will our history teachers be if they listen to this? Plus, parents making you goth, what our AmericanGirl accessories would be, and a heartfelt campaign for Ugly Acceptance.

In which we are Gerry excited for the final rose. Our Old Bach is about to choose his future wife, and we're pretty sure we know who it is. But who should be the first Golden Bachelorette? Which of the season's contestants do we think were lesbians all along? Is it elder abuse to make an old man night drive on TV? Plus, Kamala Harris, our pitch for Golden Bachelor in Paradise, and a frank...

In which we are off track, winging it, and don't even car(e). It's a family-sized ep for Thanksgiving, folks, and we're asking the tough questions. Who is the least sexy Ghostbuster and why? Why doesn’t anyone hot ever talk to you at the airport? Is there a boat in this movie? Plus, pro-Neuralink whining, a deep dive into uncle culture, and a strong condemnation of pulling nickels out...

In which we are (Suzanne) Collins all the shots...The SAG strike is over baby! So we're doing a big franchise prequel. But why is the title so long? Who even is the blonde guy in it? Team Jacob or Team Edward? Plus, Jennifer Lawrence's career, style tips for Joe Biden, and casting the Muppet Hunger Games. Josh Hutcherson, you are family. <3 *Hunger Games whistle sound*

In which we make (up) history… just like real archeologists. This one's short and sweet. Sam tries to guess the contents of a CNN article about the recent discovery of the oldest surviving wooden structure. What was it used for? Who made it? Why are scientists so bad at naming things? Plus, getting caught cheating, hairy dinosaurs, and: casting a wedge, digging stick, cut log and notched branc...

In part two of Happenstance-o-ween, Jyotsna tries to guess a real-life ghost story Sam heard involving her ex-bf’s little sisters’s college friend and an antique Chinese bell. But can ghosts solve racism? Are artsy people bad parents? What exactly is a quote collector?  Plus, our personal policies on Ouija boards, tips for witches wearing headphones, and a tribute to medium-fun uncles. 

In the first installment of our two-part Halloween special, Sam tries to guess a real-life ghost story Jyotsna heard on a first date. But what was her gentleman caller wearing? How many emojis should you use in a dating app bio? Do we actually know who La Llorona is? (No.) Plus, how Sam got cockblocked by a child ghost, older sibling injustice in fairytales, and the paranormal properties of Benadr...