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The island…is waking up and we couldn’t be happier about it dear listeners—this week we are reviewing the hottest new watercooler show, Widow’s Bay. We discuss season one of this spooky, coastal New England horror comedy. We talk about the brilliant homages to horror movies, the care and personality of all the lovable characters, and how we can recreate Patricia’s iconic headpiece for Halloween. S...

Heyyyy you guyyyssss! We’re reviewing one of our all-time most sacred texts on this episode, The Goonies. Join us as we discuss our favorite moments and the lines that have stuck with us for decades as we re-live this quintessential elder millennial movie. We dive deep into the movie’s lore, what may not have ahe’d very well, and how it has become such a beloved classic. So gather your closest fri...

Put on your Sunday best kids, we’re going to Sears! We’re doing a two-fer this week with The Brady Bunch Movie and A Very Brady Sequel. Join us while we discuss the immaculate casting of these movies, all the nineties goodness juxtaposed to the 70’s, and how “sure Jan” became an iconic meme. We get into some of the hot tea behind-the-scenes, all those cameos, and how these movies have aged over ti...

But William…you could get drunk. You could get—addicted. In honor of the class of 2026 we’re reviewing Can’t Hardly Wait this week! Get your cap and gown and join us as we discuss all these familiar faces—both the actors and their high school archetypes, the joy of adolescence and house parties before smartphones and social media, and what was going on with Jennifer Love Hewitt’s hair. Die inside...

Matchy matchy green squared! We’re settling into our favorite table at O’Reilly’s and reviewing Return to Me this week. We discuss everything miss bottled water herself stealing the movie, to Minnie Driver and David Duchovny’s chemistry. We talk about how much the side characters carry this movie, from the adorable poker-playing olds to Director Bonnie Hunt and Jim Belushi, and the always charming...

That sweater was selected for you, by the people in this room. We’re reviewing The Devil Wears Prada 2 this week. Fresh out of the theater we give our instant reaction to this long-awaited sequel.  We discuss the incomparable Meryl Streep dawning her red heels again for this iconic role, how the entire cast hasn’t seemed to age in twenty years, and of course the fashion! New York! Hamptons real es...

Korben!! Korben my man!!! We’re back with a real 90’s gem on this episode, Luc Besson’s The Fifth Element. Join us as we giggle our way through this quirky, sci-fi fantasy. We discuss those haute couture costumes, the casting what-ifs, and of course our favorite movie-stealing performance from Chris Tucker as Ruby Rodd! We even go into the icky, problematic history of the films director and it is...

It’s not your fault, listeners. In this episode, we continue our March ode to Robin Williams with the movie that introduced Matt and Ben to the world, Good Will Hunting. We discuss all the behind the scenes lore that went into the now-famous duo getting this film made, how it gave both Matt and Ben Oscar’s, and gave Robin Williams his Oscar. We review all the good New England academia social comme...

Listener, you’ve become a pirate! We’re continuing our ode to Robin Williams with the critically disparaged but cult classic, Hook. We discuss the infamous on-set friction between Steven Spielberg and Julia Roberts, the timeless magic of that John Williams score, and how certain monologues hit very hard as adults. We talk about how Spielberg puts so much of his personal life on screen and why we t...

HeLLooOoo! This week we’re kicking off our celebration of Robin Williams with Mrs. Doubtfire dears. We discuss this beloved family comedy and how different it is on rewatch as an adult. We discuss all kinds of interesting behind-the-scenes lore, other actors the studio had in mind for the role, and how well—or not—certain aspects of this movie have aged. So come celebrate a generational talent in...

It's getting quite wild out on the moors for our review of Emerald Fennel's "Wuthering Heights." In this review, we are fresh out of the theater for an instant reaction where discuss our favorite moments, some of the key differences between this adaptation and Emily Bronte's classic novel, and whether Jacord Elordi is just too tall (he's not.) We dive into the beautiful stylized costumes and sets...

Is it just us or does he have two left feet? Join us in loving memory of true comedic icon, Catherine O'Hara as we review one of our favorites, "Best in Show." We highlight Catherine's career and performance in this indelible mockumentary as well as discuss all the impeccable cast pairings, our favorite funny moments and lines, and where this one stacks up in the Christopher Guest mockumentaries....

Join us as we review one of the greatest enemies-to-lovers movies of all time. Peak Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman starring. Ron Howard Directing. John Williams on the score. Historic romance. Shirtless bare knuckle boxing—the gang’s all here!  We discuss our favorite moments, the intense chemistry, the incredible hair, and those Irish accents. This is one our all-time favorites so saddle up for a g...

Okay, campers, rise and shine, and don't forget your booties 'cause it's cooooold out there today. That's right we’re reviewing Groundhog Day! Join us as we discuss this beloved classic, how it remains the quintessential time loop movie, the on-set friction between director Harold Ramos and Bill Murray, and how Andy McDowell’s hair retains that immaculate volume. Bing! We laugh a lot on this one s...

We’re going back to 1993—arguably the best year in cinema—for Grumpy Old Men, a perfect comedy to warm hearts in the midst of a freezing, snowy January. We discuss the timeless chemistry between Matthau and Lemon, the enduring charm of Anne Margaret, and what could possibly posses a person to fish through a small hole in the ice in the freezing cold dead of winter. So gather round putzes for Grump...

Grab your passport and join us for the latest episode of Sweaters podcast where we review Netflix’s hit romcom, The People We Meet on Vacation. We discuss the cinematic importance of the skinny dipping scene, the chemistry—or lack thereof—of the two leads, and the all-important ability of a leading man to yearn. We discuss Emily Henry’s book that the film is based on, and the crucial role of suppo...

Grab your pearls and join us for our review of The First Wives Club, truly one of the most-quoted movies in our vernacular. We discuss the sneaky financial success of this cult classic, the unmatched comedic genius of the script, that iconic musical number ending, and the three absolute legends in the leading roles. We talk about how ahead of its time this movie was and how it somehow feels even m...

We’re back in the Wheeler family’s basement for one last round of D&D, did the Stranger Things Finale roll a 20? We are talking all about the last and final chapter of this beloved series—our disappointments, our joys, the best arcs, best moments, and yes we have to talk about the wigs in that epilogue. We discuss whether the Duffer brothers landed the plane, how the ending affects the series...

We’ve got our tinfoil hats securely on as we discuss the latest batch of episodes from Stranger Things Season 5, volume 2. We discuss all the big emotional beats that were resolved in this group of episodes, the science behind that mysterious goop, whether Steve looked better in his sweater or backwards hat, and everything in between! We wrap up with our favorite theories heading into the finale n...

We’ll have what she’s having! On this episode of Sweaters Podcast we are reviewing the greatest New Years Eve Movie ever, the late Rob Reiner’s  “When Harry Met Sally.” We discuss how this movie launched Nora Ephron’s career as a screenwriter, made Meg Ryan America’s sweetheart, and forever changed the modern Rom com.  We giggle our way through the greatest lines and funny moments, and swoon over...

“And why is the carpet all wet Todd?? I don’t KNOW Margot!” We’re laughing our way through our review of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” A movie near and dear to our hearts and a pillar of our childhood around the holidays. We discuss why Clark is actually the bad neighbor, just how exactly is Uncle Eddy related to the Griswolds, and lots of really good behind the scenes trivia. Join us f...

In this episode of the Sweaters Podcast we're swapping houses and reviewing the beloved classic, “The Holiday.” We reminisce over the golden age of romcoms, swoon over some of Nancy Meyer’s best movie houses, and wonder why no one else has made Jack Black a romantic lead? We only used the good notes on this one, so poor yourself a cup of hot chocolate, get cozy, and join us for our review of The H...

In this episode of the Sweaters Podcast we're reviewing Rian Johnson’s latest installment in the Benoit Blanc series, “Wake Up Dead Man.” We’re fresh out of the theater for our instant reaction where we explore the movies deep themes of religion, hilarious commentary on the current climate in the US, and how Johnson manages to thread the needle on both fronts. Take a seat, give us your latest conf...

We’re back in Hawkins for our review of the first four episodes of Stranger Things Season 5, part 1.  On this episode we’re talking a lot about the Wheeler family—yes especially Karen and Ted and all things Holly. We try to get to the bottom of whatever’s happening with the wigs this season, and we geek out pretty hard over our theories for whats still to come. So grab some Boppers, turn down your...

Hot off the theatrical release, it’s our Wicked For Good Reaction episode. We have lots of giggles as we discuss the fates of Elphaba and Galinda, the quality of the Scarecrow’s frosted tip wheat stock hair, and Elphaba’s very special cardigan. We compare the second installment to the first and surprise even ourselves with our reactions and we may just ruin corn on the cob for you forever! Join us...