Ruining Our Childhood

Allies and theater kids and fan fic: oh my! Today, Sid and Riley discuss Wicked and how it unfortunately did not impact their childhood, since Broadway doesn't often make its way to the (mid)west. If you're looking for insights into the film from an average former musical extra and a lesbian with a thing for broody brunettes, you've come to the right place. How does Wicked hold up? It's irrelevant...

**This episode was recorded before election day on November 5th** Listen up, PLEASE: It's time for another episode of Ruining Our Childhood! This time, Riley and Sid discuss The Amanda Show and its insanely talented star. There's highs and lows in this one as they revisit the Quiet on Set Documentary and Sid challenges Dan Schneider to a fist fight. Also, Natalie Smith-Booty enters the chat. How d...

*Sid's mic is haunted in this episode - sorry! Feat. sounds of her keyboard. We'll have it fixed next episode.* Sid has been waiting 31 years to talk this much about Scooby-Doo. The sisters discuss Velma's lesbianism, the appeal of mysteries and cartoon relationship drama. Sid also reads a semi-threatening letter she wrote to a live action Scooby-Doo critic 22 years ago. It's unhinged. Riley will...

Sid's officially a married woman and Riley is ready to trauma dump! Join the gals for a random, spooky good time as they discuss Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trouers and an episode of Fraggle Rock. (Two very unrelated things that freaked Riley out as a kid.) Prepare to be unsettled, but not necessarily scared as the gals discuss the uncanny valley-ness of claymation, stranger danger and more. T...

This episode is brought to you by died-of-dysentery.com (jok not really, but it's a great website and played a big part in episode research!) Get your booties in the computer lab and get ready for a long journey because today's topic is about the holy trinity itself: The Oregon, Amazon and Yukon Trail games. Riley tells Sid a brief history of the game's origins before the conversation devolves int...

In the final episode of the Lord of the Rings 2-parter, Sid and Riley talk Elrond bangers, male friendship, gay undertones and the scenes that make them cry. Sid can't stop asking to go on a tangent or share a "fun little fact." Riley laughs about dead animals. Again. Does LotR hold up today? Obviously, you stupid idiot. Listen anyways. Like the pod? Donate to our ko-fi account! https://ko-fi.com/...

Today the girls embark on an epic adventure as they discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings." In ROC's first 2-parter, Sid spews trivia while Riley ponders, "did Aragorn cure toxic masculinity?" Saruman may be serving c***, but we're serving your ear a hobbit's feast of pop culture. Does LotR hold up today? Obviously, you stupid idiot. Listen anyways. Like the pod? Donate to our ko-fi account!...

Get comfy and brace yourselves because the girls are back from summer break! This week, Sid and Riley want you to pick your favorite child and reminisce about Disney's 1998 classic, "The Parent Trap." Join them as they gush about sweet baby Lindsay Lohan and poke holes in the plot, as per ushe. If you aren't bad to the bone, this episode may not be for you. Like the pod? Donate to our ko-fi accoun...

There are no double-losers in this episode! Today Riley and Sid talk about one of the best Disney shows ever: Lizzie McGuire. Are you pro Lizzie + Gordo? Did the bra episode scar you? Is your niece sending you increasingly more aggressive HELLOS??? Tune in as the sisters talk favorite episodes and wacky tangents! Check social media for Riley's childhood lesbian mullet. Like the pod? Donate to our...

Hey mon frères if your derrieres could use a little cush/no need to pout, the word is out...it's the latest episode of Ruining Our Childhood! Grab your Subway Tush (TM) and get comfy because Pride month is still going strong and the gals are discussing a family favorite: Will & Grace! This sitcom paved the way for more LGBTQ+ characters in the media, but it's still from the 90s, so you know th...

Travel with Sid and Riley to Macadamia to learn all about Sid's favorite toy/collectible: Legos! If you've ever wondered how long it takes a Lego to form or what "LEGO" even means, this is the episode for you. The sisters also briefly discuss the Marvel universe and the JcPenney gift catalog. Give in to the nostalgia and have a listen. Episode Sources: Blog | ROC Pod ( ruiningourchildhood.com ) Li...

This week, we take a road trip with Britney (and two other girls.) Join Sid and Riley as they discuss another MTV Films classic: Crossroads. Sid has a lot of feelings about the last 18 minutes of the film in particular and Riley has to explain who Zoe Saldana is. Friend break-ups are a real point of discussion alongside some amazing 2000s fashion moments. They also veer off into wedding plans and...

Today, Sid and Riley play Gilmore Girls trivia, brought to you by Hallmark. (but not actually sponsored by Hallmark...yet.) Play along as they discuss what they did and didn't love from the beloved show and join in on the great Logan debate. The gals don't like him, but if you do, please write in with your reasons or answer the Spotify question! Episode Sources: Blog | ROC Pod ( ruiningourchildhoo...

This week, Riley and Sid take a detour from last week's heavy subject matter to talk 90s and 2000s fashion trends. Join them as they discuss useless, tiny bags, low-rise jeans, skinny scarves and other staples from the past. Sid also spends some time dog-shaming Riley for her accidental auction purchase and the gals take a quiz naming their 2000s style icon (and accuse Buzzfeed of lazy quiz-writin...

Sisters and 90s babies Sid and Riley discuss media from their childhood and whether it holds up today. Listen wherever you find podcasts! Website: ruiningourchildhood.com Like the pod? Donate to our ko-fi account! https://ko-fi.com/ruiningourchildhoodpodcast Send us an email: ruiningourchildhoodpod@gmail.com Don't forget to leave a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Sid and Riley discuss a cornerstone of childhood pop culture: Nickelodeon. Why does the episode on kids' programming have every trigger warning ever? For starters, you can point your finger at child exploitation, sexism and Dan Schneider (who will be pointing his finger at everyone else.) This episode covers sensitive and disturbing topics. Listener discretion is advised. Resources include the hea...

It's episode 30, guys! Riley and Sid discuss a 2000s classic film: Napoleon Dynamite. As usual, there are many side tangents about themselves, including a haunting photo of Sid (watch social for that) and trends they couldn't pull off, but influencers can. Shove some tots in your pocket, because you might need a snack while you listen. Most importantly, VOTE FOR PEDRO! Episode Sources: Blog | ROC...

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This week, Sid and Riley revisit Y2K through a jaded, millennial lens and think...they've been through worse. Massive computer crashes and global end times were predicted when the clock struck midnight on New Years Day, 2000. Was the panic a result of bad planning and overzealous religious leaders? Or did Clinton's Y2K Justice League save the day? Or maybe, just maybe, did a cybersmart K-9 lurking...

Sid and Riley gaze at the stars tonight to discuss Astrology. Also, Sid surprises Riley with her birth chart and they discover what's wrong with each other - JK, but we do learn about Riley's Filth House and whether Sid's relationship is blessed by the stars (it's not.) Also did you know that your anus rules a generation more than a person? Good for it! Who has the best sign? Listen to find out. T...

Sid and Riley are back after a week of Florida hijinks, COVID-19 (she's still on her bullshit) and other human problems. This week they discuss Wife Swap, a popular ABC "reality" show from the early 2000s. They give a rundown on the premise of the show, talk notable moments and somehow segway briefly into "America's Next Top Model" and "Jerseylicious." Oh, and there's manatees. Does Wife Swap hold...

Cowabunga! The people spoke and they demanded THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES. Sid is literally so excited she can barely breath and Riley... has lots of questions. Like: why are they turtles? What's with the names? Is Splinter a safe adult to leave teenage mutants with? The sisters discuss a brief history of TMNT with a dose of jokes and tons of ooze. How do the mutants hold up today? Listen to...

Today, Sid and Riley find out they don't exactly have the same memories of Lamb Chop, or Chop Lamb, as Sid knew her. Learn about how "Don't Wake Your Mom" contributed to Sid's fear of thunder, how Shari Lewis advocated for educational children's programming and what Lamb Chop is up to today (TikTok, anyone?) Listen now: it tastes like chooooocolate! Episode Sources: Blog | ROC Pod ( ruiningourchil...

Riley and Sid, as obsessive Mean Girls fans, had to see and discuss the new Mean Girls movie. But more importantly they discuss their dedication to Reneé Rapp, the diction of "Thee" in Megan Thee Stallion, and also Riley learned which US region they actually live in. What did they think of Mean Girls the Musical? Listen to find out! Episode Sources: Blog | ROC Pod ( ruiningourchildhood.com ) Like...

Comedian and writer, Louise Rennison shook the early 2000s with her hilarious coming-of-age series about witty London teen, Georgia Nicolson. Join Sid and Riley as they reminisce over the funniest parts of the series, while re-examining themes the way only jaded elder millennials can. Does Georgia Nicolson hold up today? Well don't get stroppy with us, just listen and decide for yourself! TTFN! Ep...