What We’re Watching

In this Halloween episode of What Were Watching , Alisa and Jayden are getting into the spooky season spirit with a special guest! Joined by their friend of the podcast and resident horror movie lover, Grayson, they dive into what makes a great horror movie. From the elements that make a film truly terrifying to the stories, scares, and cinematic details that keep us coming back for more, the conv...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden check in on the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, sharing their thoughts and favorites of the season so far. Then, they turn their attention to their favorite dance movies, discussing the films they love, what makes them stand out, and the ingredients that make a great dance movie.

In this episode of What Were Watching, we continue our Directed By series with a filmmaker whos redefining modern horror: Jordan Peele From Get Out and Us to Nope , were diving into Peeles unique approach to horror, blending psychological thrills, social commentary, mystery, and plenty of unsettling moments. Were talking his signature style, recurring themes, hidden details, symbolism, and how he...

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive into fall film festival season Venice, Telluride, and TIFF and break down what's generating the most buzz heading into awards season. From surprising festival wins to the movies everyone's already talking about, they share their honest reactions, early Oscar predictions, and a few bold takes of their own. Tune in for a conversation abou...

In this episode of What Were Watching , Alisa and Jayden are joined by guest Kim to talk all things reality TV. They explore the differences between competition and lifestyle reality, using shows like Big Brother and The Traitors to bridge the gap, while discussing what makes each side of the genre so entertaining.

In this episode of What Were Watching, we continue our Directed By series with one of the most distinctive filmmakers of her generation: Sofia Coppola From The Virgin Suicides and Lost in Translation to Marie Antoinette, Somewhere, The Bling Ring, The Beguiled, On the Rocks, and Priscilla, were diving into Coppolas signature style, recurring themes, and the dreamy, intimate worlds she creates on s...

In this episode of What We're Watching , Alisa and Jayden check back in on Big Brother 28 ! They recap the HOH reigns of Haley and LaTrice , break down the biggest moves and shake-ups in the house, and share their thoughts on who's playing the best game so farand who could have what it takes to win it all.  They're also joined by special guest Kim, Alisa's sister and an OG fan of the podcast...

In this episode of What We're Watching , we continue our Directed By series with one of the most influential filmmakers working today: Christopher Nolan. With The Odyssey on the horizon and Nolan once again at the center of the film conversation, we take a deep dive into the work, the craft, and the legacy of the visionary director behind modern classics like The Dark Knight , Inception , Interste...

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa shares why she's been hooked on Apple TV+, finally catching up on Severance, while Jayden continues her Marvel rewatch as she counts down to Avengers: Doomsday. Then they recap Week 2 of Big Brother 28, breaking down the major house shake-up, who's playing the strongest game so far, and which houseguests are already making costly mistakes.

In this episode of What We're Watching , Alisa and Jayden Dive into the first week of Big Brother 28 as they break down the premiere, the early alliances, standout houseguests, and all the drama from the opening week. But first, they start  things off with what they've been watching lately, including new releases in theaters like The Invite and Supergirl , plus fresh additions to streaming, i...

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa and Jayden are kicking off our brand new Directed By series   starting with one of the greatest filmmakers of all time: Steven Spielberg. With Spielberg's name back in the cultural conversation and multiple films on the AFI 100 Greatest American Movies list, they wanted to take a deep dive into the work, the craft, and the legacy of the man behind...

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa and Jayden are embracing all the summer vibes as they count down their Top 10 Summer Watches. Before diving into their seasonal favorites, they catch up on what they've been watching lately, including a discussion of this summer's blockbuster, Disclosure Day. From classic summer picks to new discoveries, this episode is packed with recommendations to a...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden discuss the new era of reality TV and Hulus growing influencer-driven reality space. They break down whether influencers make compelling reality stars, if social media fame can sustain a series, and what this shift means for the future of reality television.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden celebrate their 50th episode by sharing their Top 50 Movies of All Time 25 picks each From endlessly rewatchable favorites to unforgettable storytelling achievements, they break down what makes these films so special to them. This episode is a celebration of the films and moments that continue to stick with them long after the credits roll.

Happy Mothers Day! In this episode of What We're Watching Podcast , mother-daughter duo Alisa & Jayden discuss some of their favorite mother-daughter relationships in TV and film. They share their top five picks and talk about what makes a compelling mother-daughter duo so fun to watch on screen. Plus, they dive into the dynamics, drama, and emotional moments that make these relationships so m...

In this special Lets Go to the Movies edition of What Were Watching , Alis and Jayden share their thoughts on the latest films they caught in theaters. From the buzz around Michael to the highly anticipated return of The Devil Wears Prada 2 , they break down what worked, what surprised them, and what didnt quite live up to the hype. 

In this episode,  of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive into the AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies listbreaking down their favorites, a few picks theyre not so sure about, and the films theyre excited to watch next. Of course, they kick things off with what theyve been watching lately, including Jaydens first tackle on the list with The Godfather, plus thoughts on the new rom-com You, Me an...

In this weeks episode of What Were Watching, we kick things off with our thoughts on The Drama and the conversations it sparked for us. Then we get into a fun debate: which actors and actresses are long overdue for an Oscar win, and which rising stars we think are future Oscar winners. From industry veterans to fresh faces, were sharing our picks and making our predictions for who could take home...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive back into one of horrors most iconic franchises as they gear up for Scream 7. From the original Scream to the latest installment, theyre breaking down every movie in the ultimate Scream rewatch. They recap each film, share their favorite Ghostface moments, and revisit the twists, reveals, and characters that define the series. Plus, they...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden turn their focus to the art of cinematography, inspired by a historic momentthe first woman winning Best Cinematography at the 2026 Oscars. They kick things off by recapping some of their top moments from this years ceremony, from standout wins to unforgettable highlights. Then, they dive into what makes cinematography so powerful in storytel...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Jayden shares his thoughts on The Bride, a new reimagining inspired by the classic monster story of Frankenstein's monster and The Bride of Frankenstein. Meanwhile, Alisa continues shares her watchlist and finally checks out The Invisible Man. To celebrate Women's History Month, Jayden and Alisa also rank their Top 10 Leading Ladies in Filmhighlighting the ac...

In this rewind episode of What Were Watching, were bringing back a conversation in honor of Womens History Month. Alisa and Jayden talk about the women who make them laughfrom scene-stealing sitcom stars to stand-up queens and sketch comedy legends. They dive into the careers and impact of some of their favorite women in comedy.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden kick things off by catching up on what theyve been watching lately, including two new films, Crime 101 and How to Make a Killing. This conversation leads Jayden asking: Are we officially in the era of the lovable criminal? From there they dive into their Oscar predictions, sharing who they think will win and which films will dominate this awa...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden discuss the new season of The Traitors, sharing their thoughts on whats working, whats surprising them, and why this show continues to be one of the most entertaining reality competition shows out now. They also have some fun fantasy casting who they would love to watch play the game.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden kick things off by catching up on what they watched this week, including The Smashing Machine, which leads into a conversation comparing it to Marty Supreme as those are the two most recent individual projects from the Safdie brothers. From there, they dive into their Top 10 favorite Black films, pulling from childhood nostalgia picks to crit...