Theme on Screen

This week we see the return of Paul and Katelynn's Therapy Corner as they get in touch with their emotions after watching Pixar's Inside Out! Everyone's favorite very sad podcasters dive into just what makes this movie so appealing including and also touch on plenty of other topics like Volkswagen and the logistics of being carried around in a backpack. Plus, the very first listener submitted Q&am...

April is here and we are celebrating all things animation! Our first film is the cult classic, The Iron Giant! Paul discusses why he hasn't watched this, despite having multiple friends that adore the film. Soviet era paranoia, the power of friendship, and Frasier's dad! Everything you could possibly want is here aside from Lil' Timmy Chalamet who probably thinks he's too good for animation. Find...

Do you believe in the Hail Mary? Because Theme on Screen certainly does! To close out Space month, Paul and Katelynn have a very special experience to celebrate Paul's birthday, with the hit new film, Project Hail Mary! Puppets? Ryan Gosling? Lily from AT&T? What more could you want from a movie? Audiences seem to agree so listen in to see what your favorite duo thought and how it stacks up ag...

I'm kind of getting sick of trying to find ways to incorporate the theme of space into these little intro posts. Blast off! Rocket man? I dunno, I'm tired y'all. This week? Apollo 13! A classic from Paul's childhood and his time at space camp and a complete blind spot for Katelynn. The duo discuss Ron Howard, Tom Hanks, JD Vance, and a whole lot more! Where does this fall on their favorite space m...

We're back in space with first time guest Ray Straight as we watch Stanley Kubrick's 1968 masterpiece (not Katelynn's words) 2001: A Space Odyssey. Paul, Katelynn, and Ray talk about the myriad ways in which this movie does and does not work for them and discuss whether or not it offers a hopeful vision for the future and what it says about humanity now and in the past. The also touch on the brill...

We're back in space yet again with returning guest, Matt Turner! Or is it just a clever AI version of him? It's up to you to decide! This week, the cult classic Galaxy Quest is discussed as your favorite hosts talk about what an absolutely stacked cast the movie has and how fandom is celebrated. Plus, an announcement of Blind Spot Bingo, a new game coming soon to the podcast! And also a new solo p...

March means it's time for a new theme! Paul and Katelynn travel to space with the beloved 2014 film, Interstellar. They talk about both of their histories with Nolan and why they both adored this film, even if some of it left one of the host's feeling a bit hollow. They also dig into the many interesting adventures Paul had during his time in space which is a place one of his sister's very much th...

Is love dead? It certainly is as far as themes for this podcast goes as Katelynn kicks Paul in favor of his beautiful wife, returning guest, Katie Gersky! The two of them discuss Emerald Fennell's new loosely adapted version of Wuthering Heights. In what some (Paul) are calling the "worst episode of this podcast yet" and also "the horniest episode of this podcast yet" (also Paul) they dive into al...

The month of love movie swap continues on Theme on Screen! This time, Paul has Katelynn watch one of his favorite movies of all time, Amélie! Will she love it or will this be a flop? Plus, brief thoughts on the unfortunate passing of some of the duo's favorite celebrities as well as their thoughts on the new Sam Raimi film, Send Help. Find us online! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theme.onsc...

The romance movie swap continues this month on Theme on Screen with one of Katelynn's favorite movies, 2017's Call Me By Your Name. Paul and Katelynn discuss why his twink era was Timothee Chalamet's best era and the problematic nature of looking back at this movie with what's come to light about Armie Hammer. Find us online! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theme.onscreen/ TikTok: https://www...

It's February and that means time for a new theme! This month, Paul and Katelynn are featuring movies that are all about looooove. For their first pick, the duo are watching It Happened One Night, one of Paul's favorite movies of all time, and a glaring blindspot for Katelynn. They are joined by one of Paul's oldest friends, Melissa Stankevich to discuss why this classic featuring Clark Gable and...

Sports month comes to a close on Theme on Screen with a movie that is kind of about sports...Jerry Maguire! Paul and Kateylnn have vastly different opinions on the movie and they both share why exactly that is. Katelynn details why the romantic parts of the movie real work for her and Paul explains why pretty much everything...does not. Find us online! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theme.on...

Paul and Katelynn continue their deep dive through classic sports movies with 1986's The Color of Money. A classic passing of the torch movie, Paul Newman reprises his role from The Hustler as he teaches Tom Cruise the art of the hustle. Paul and Katelynn discuss the larger themes of the movie and even talk about how this relates to the recent release of Marty Supreme. Find us online! Instagram: h...

New year, new theme! Katelynn and Paul kick off their first show of the year with one of 2025's hottest movies, Marty Supreme. Katie finally joins the pod to share her thoughts as well. Where did the movie fall on their year end lists? Do the hosts of everyone's favorite podcast Dream Big? Find out as Theme on Screen starts a month full of Sports on Screen!

We're back from break! The year is now 2026 so Katelynn and Paul take a look back at all the movies they loved in 2025!

Katelynn and Paul finish up the Christmas season with one of the most classic Christmas films of all, Miracle on 34th Street! They do a deep dive into what themes make for a great Christmas movie and touch on exactly why this film is so beloved.

Katelynn and Paul welcome their second guest to the show. Kaitlin Renner joins the duo to discuss Nancy Meyers film The Holiday as Theme on Screen continues to explore the Christmas season. The ladies discuss what makes this movie a modern classic for them, and ever a grinch, even Paul finds a few things to enjoy.

Theme on Screen kicks of the holiday season with their first ever double feature! The Bishop's Wife (1947) is one of Paul's favorite movies and he introduces Katelynn to it for the first time. She, in turn, shows Paul one of her favorites, The Preacher's Wife (1996) which just so happens to be a remake! The two compare and contrast the themes and performances in the two and share some holiday chee...

Is PTA for the girlies? Find out in this never before heard episode of Theme on Screen! If you've listened before, you've probably heard Katelynn and Paul talk about their first attempts to record a podcast which did not go according to plan! Now, for the first time ever, you can hear what they sounded like before they were the professional podcasters you listen to every week! They tackle Paul Tho...

What's that that you feel around the corner? Is it the Heat or Matt Turner? Maybe both! Katelynn and Paul have their very first guest to talk about Michael Mann's classic crime thriller, Heat. They discuss whether it has earned it's reputation as a movie for dudes and if there's anything here to recommend for the ladies.

Is this the impetus of this entire podcast? Maybe! Paul and Katelynn talk about the one that started it all, one of, if not the most, iconic American film of all time, The Godfather! They catch up on what they've watched recently, draft their own mob families, and eventually jump into what they both think about this classic of American cinema.

Paul and Katelynn wrap up their Spooky Season coverage by talking about Netflix's new movie from acclaimed director, Guillermo del Toro. They both find things to love but ultimately have very different opinions on the movie. Plus, Paul finally manages to catch up on KPop demon hunters and a the duo share their final thoughts on everything they watched this Spooky Season.

Katelynn and Paul continue spooky season with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre! Was two weeks in a row of cannibal movies a mistake? Maybe! Plus, find out who each of your favorite hosts will haunt!

Spooky season continues so prepare yourself with some fava beans and a nice glass of chianti as Paul and Katelynn cross of yet another movie from their list. This time they watch 1991's The Silence of the Lambs. They discuss their likes and dislikes and debate whether or not the movie actually qualifies as horror.

Katelynn does a quick dive into a franchise that is near and dear to her heart so be prepared to Scream! In this bonus episode, she runs through a quick synopsis of all six movies in the legendary franchise and goes over all her likes and dislikes (Spoiler Alert: this list is not safe for Emma Roberts fans). Paul shares his experience with the franchise as well before Katelynn gives us her definit...