Let’s Commiserate

We’re late to the party, but we were actually early to the party! We got to see “The Mandalorian and Grogu” on its opening night, AND……it’s exactly what we expected. Is that good? Bad? Somewhere in between? Let us know what you thought of this movie! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism! 🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant,...

Well, well, well, we’ve got ourselves a SERIES! What did Sam think of THAT arrival? What did Dave think? What did YOU think? We discuss: 🍸 Maul-themed cocktails 😱 THAT character’s appearance ⏳ Expectations for the next season Let us know what you thought of the Maul season finale! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism! 🎙 Let’s Commis...

Is this show trying to be a kids series that adults can enjoy, or an adults series that kids can enjoy? We discuss: 🎶 When musical people hate musicals 🅿️ The stress of getting lost in parking lots 🐣 Is “Maul: Shadow Lord” for kids or for grownups? Let us know what you think of the Maul series so far! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criti...

New coffee mugs? A gong? Awkward dinner party games? It can only happen here! We discuss: ☕️ Sam’s new present 🥁 A long-awaited addition to the podcast ⏩ The pacing of Maul: Shadow Lord Let us know what you think of the Maul series so far! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism! 🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate,...

Maul is rolling right along, and with it comes some familiarity as well as delightful darkness. We discuss: ☕️ The joys of shopping for coffee in a crowded grocery store 🔁 Recycled plot lines in these Star Wars series 🔥 How Maul: Shadow Lord leans into the character’s darkness in the best way Let us know what you think of the Maul series so far! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe i...

Sadly, this is not clickbait. This is will be the final season of our podcast! It was not an easy decision, but we hope you understand our explanation. But we’re not going away just yet! We still have a LOT to talk about! We discuss: 🎬 What led to this decision 🏋️‍♂️ The debate on closing rings ⭐️ Our initial takes on Maul: Shadow Lord Let us know what you think of the new Star Wars series so fa...

In a conclusion to their very thorough deep dive into “Murder on the Orient Express”, the boys are now making their final rulings! Join them as they do a ‘fantasy draft’ of their favorite cast members from each adaptation that they’ve reviewed. Some picks are easy, others not so much! We discuss: 🕵🏻‍♂️ Who is the best Poirot for THIS story? 🏆 Some surprising opinions on the 2017 film 🎬 The best...

Welcome to a new series of ours that we have decided to call, “Let’s Interrogate.” This gives us a break from intensive movie reviews and allows us to ask each other the hard-hitting questions…or questions that nobody cares about. We tackle: ✈️ Vacation and flu stories 📱 The drama of group chats 📝 The stresses of writing murder mysteries 🦃 Ham vs. turkey We had so much fun recording this one an...

The long-awaited third installment in the Knives Out trilogy, Wake Up Dead Man , has arrived in…home…theaters! Sam & Dave are back to weigh in. How does it compare to the previous two films? And does it satisfy their previous criticisms of Glass Onion? We discuss: 🎙️ Our new studio remodel - and how you can help! 🗡️ The “Knives Out” trilogy up to this point 🎬 Rian Johnson as a director 🧅 How...

At long last, the boys are at a pivotal moment in their Murder On The Orient Express series. After a bumpy ride of with the first two major adaptations, we finally come to the hot mess that is the 2017 adaptation by Kenneth Branagh. Is it a hit? Is it a miss? Is it both? Welcome to our review, which, much like this film, is something that nobody asked for. We discuss: 🎬 Kenneth Branagh as a direc...

This episode is Part 1 of our Murder on the Orient Express two-parter, and we don’t actually review the movie yet. 😅 First, Sam and Dave catch up on everything that’s happened since the last recording: Dave’s California trip that started with a nice restaurant and immediately turned into five days of flu Hitting Disney while still sick, getting the inside scoop from a ride engineer, and barely su...

Episode 53 — This week we start with a deep dive into the social politics of pizza at parties — why does ordering a pie feel so awkward compared to serving any other food? Then we shift gears into our ongoing Murder on the Orient Express series, tackling the 2010 David Suchet TV adaptation. We cover: 😬 Being ghosted by the “Keeb Tok” keyboard community 🍕 The guilt of chipping in for pizza (and c...

All aboard for part two of our Murder on the Orient Express series! 🚂 Sam and Dave dive into Sidney Lumet’s (or "Plumet", depending on how Sam is pronouncing it that day) 1974 star-studded adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery. From Albert Finney’s eccentric take on Poirot to Ingrid Bergman’s surprising Oscar win, we unpack the glamour, the drama, and whether this lavish version of Chri...

In this episode of Let’s Commiserate , Sam and Dave discuss the iconic Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie. They dive into the intricacies of Poirot’s brilliant investigation, the captivating characters, and the masterful writing that has made this book one of the most celebrated mysteries of all time. Sam reflects on the book’s logical structure and the subtle genius of Poirot’s deduc...

In this episode of Let’s Commiserate , Sam and Dave dive into their rewatch of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery . Dave finds himself loving it even more, while Sam’s second viewing leaves him feeling disappointed. They discuss the writing, the incredible performances from Daniel Craig and Edward Norton, and the movie's ability to keep you hooked — but also question if everything really adds up in...

The bandmates have assembled—well, most of them—and chaos follows. In this unhinged but heartfelt episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam is joined by fellow bandmates Kyle and Clay for a whirlwind discussion that veers from musical commitment issues to All-State trumpet trauma… before spiraling into a full-blown Star Wars therapy session . Somehow, it ends with a group therapy session over the Juke pho...

Dave is BACK — newly married and just in time to delve into a beloved Star Wars movie: Rogue One . In this 2.5-hour chaos-fueled reunion, Sam and Dave dive deep into behind-the-scenes drama, Gilroy vs. Edwards debates, and the brilliance (or mess?) of the final product. Also covered: 🎬 The full plot of Rogue One (with passionate yelling) 📽️ What really happened during the reshoots 🧠 The truth be...

In this special sibling episode, Sam is joined by his brother Ben and sister Kayla to unpack the emotional finale of Andor Season 2—and things take a laughter-filled turn. We’re talking: The heartbreak and brilliance of Luthen’s arc How Andor seamlessly connects to Rogue One And yes... we reveal footage from the Star Wars fan film we made as kids (featuring trash can droids, treehouse cinematograp...

Sam is joined by his friend Euan from Scotland to break down the brutal, brilliant middle arc of Andor Season 2 (Episodes 7–9). From the Ghorman Massacre to Cyril's downfall and Mon Mothma's defiant stand, this is Star Wars at its darkest — and most real. We cover: How Sam & Euan became friends over shared trauma Cyril & Dedra: toxic soulmates in space Mon’s game-changing speech & Rebe...

This week, Sam’s wife joins the show! She used to just listen to the podcast. Now she lives with it. We talk about: How a 1920s murder mystery party led to marriage Handling being in the spotlight The delightfully unhelpful marriage advice people give Andor Season 2's second arc, eps 4-6 - is it...anticlimactic? 🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!

Sam’s brother-in-law Christian crashes the show this week — and somehow, Let's Commiserate descends into complete madness. We try to talk about Andor Season 2, but along the way, we roast Bojangles, debate Disney’s downfall, and discuss opposing views on strong female characters. Expect chaos, hot takes, and plenty of laughs. Highlights include: First reactions to Andor Season 2 Does Star Wars fee...

This week, we dive into the Season 1 finale of Andor and unpack one of the best Star Wars conclusions in years. But before the rebellion begins, Sam and Dave get real about the chaos of wedding planning—from unwanted advice to unsolicited “help.” Will Dave return after tying the knot? Or is this the beginning of Sam’s solo villain arc? Tune in for laughter, debates, and a surprising amount of rage...

This week on Let’s Commiserate , we dive into the brutal brilliance of Andor’s prison arc. From the haunting fluorescent nightmare of Narkina 5 to that unforgettable moment (“I can’t swim” 😭), we’re breaking down every twist, scream, and shock. Plus: 🔍 The origin behind our first-ever mystery game, The Mysterious Attack at Bettencourt Manor 🌸 Spring is here—and so is the redesign of Tragedy at...

It’s our 41st episode and we’re accidentally celebrating—with a surprise noir-themed bachelor night that’s somehow both hilarious and wholesome. (Yes, there were scavenger hunts. Yes, there were fedoras.) Then we dive into Andor Episode 6: “The Eye” —one of the most intense, thrilling episodes in Star Wars TV history. We break down: That jaw-dropping heist 🎯 Why Nemik crushed us (literally) 💔 Th...

After a mini sick-leave hiatus, Sam and Dave are finally back to commiserate—and there's a lot to cover. From mascot-related Broadway meltdowns and surprise Jedi bachelor days in NYC to a chaotic Krispy Kreme showdown (power trips, anyone?), this episode is packed with stories, laughter, and a whole lot of eye-rolling. Then we dive into Andor Season 1, Episode 5: “The Axe Forgets” , where paranoia...