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In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss whether Jules could be the reason Rue has another major relapse, and we debate whether Maddy has good intentions in helping Cassie’s online career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our recaps of the hit HBO Max original series starring Noah Wyle, titled The Pitt. We discuss how this season has incorporated more contemporary topics and whether they have handled them well, and we debate how long a show like this can last given its one-day storytelling format. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2011 American sci-fi thriller starring Jake Gyllenhaal, titled Source Code. We discuss whether or not this film still holds up, especially given its twists, and we debate whether it borrows heavily from the 1993 film Groundhog Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we begin our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss whether the time between Seasons 2 and 3 has impacted the momentum the show once had, and we debate whether we have high hopes for this season or are simply curious to see if it was necessary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we conclude our reviews of the second season of the hit Hulu original series Paradise, starring Sterling K. Brown. We discuss whether this season that seemed to start off strong did it end on that same high note, and we debate whether spending so much time on other new characters who were outside of the domed world was necessary to the plot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

In this episode, we review the highly anticipated romance/drama starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, titled The Drama. We discuss whether Zendaya and Robert Pattinson have good chemistry as a dysfunctional couple, and we debate whether the twist in the film was interesting or fell flat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we release a Patreon exclusive review of the 2025, Oscar-nominated film F1. We share their reactions to the film's racing scenes, the performances of the lead actors, and the movie's themes. The conversation touches on the sport of racing, the film's marketing strategy, and the portrayal of the characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2025 American body horror comedy film written and directed by Amy Wang, titled Slanted. We discuss whether the plot of this movie is creative or more offensive, and we debate whether we are enjoying all of these films and TV shows that seem to be based on the premise of the 2024 film The Substance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a YouTube Live review of the 2026 blockbuster science fiction adventure film Project Hail Mary, produced and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, and written by Drew Goddard, based on the 2021 novel by Andy Weir. The film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, James Ortiz, and Lionel Boyce. We discuss whether the hype surrounding this film matches its performance,...

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2006 hood classic coming-of-age comedy-drama and the directorial debut of music video director Chris Robinson, starring T.I., Lauren London, Antwan André Patton, Mykelti Williamson, and Keith David, titled ATL. We discuss whether this film has gotten better with time, and we debate whether it is the last film to be considered a “hood...

In this episode, the crew discusses movie franchises that continued longer than they should have. We explore how and why the quality of these franchises declined and debate which ones should never release another project moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the second season of the Netflix original series One Piece, based on the popular anime TV series of the same name. We discuss whether the show is moving in the right direction now that the characters are established, and we debate how much longer the live-action concept can successfully continue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our recaps of the hit HBO Max original series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle. We review Episodes 6–10 and discuss how the Fourth of July weekend brings an influx of new patients while highlighting social issues surrounding the cost of quality healthcare, the overlooked challenges of mental illness, and the intense stress doctors and nurses face during every hour of...

In this episode, we review the first season of the new Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. We discuss why this spin-off feels very different in tone from the original series and even from House of the Dragon. We also debate whether this series could end up being the best since the original run of Game of Thrones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a classic rewatchable review of the 1996 crime thriller Fargo, directed by the Coen Brothers and starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, and Steve Buscemi. We discuss whether the film still holds up after all these years, and we debate whether the TV series that followed has heightened the film’s legacy or is even better than the original. See omnystudio.com/liste...

In this episode, we dive into a review of the film The Bride, directed by Maggie Gillan Hall. We discuss the movie's narrative, which jumps between different timelines and storylines. We also share our thoughts on the performances, particularly Jesse Buckley's portrayal of the Bride, and the film's themes of loneliness, feminism, and violence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the premiere of the second season of the hit Hulu original series Paradise, starring Sterling K. Brown. We discuss whether the new season is starting off as strong as the last season ended, and we debate whether being outside of the domed world this season will help or hurt the plot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, we review the 2025 American period drama film Train Dreams, directed by Clint Bentley, who co-wrote the screenplay with Greg Kwedar. The film is based on the 2011 novella by Denis Johnson and stars Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, and William H. Macy. We discuss whether this story showcases one of Joel Edgerton’s best performances, and we debate whether the film lives up to it...

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In this episode, we review the 2026 black comedy thriller How to Make a Killing, directed by John Patton Ford and starring Glen Powell, Jessica Henwick, Topher Grace, and Ed Harris. We discuss whether the film’s premise allows it to avoid deciding whether it wants to be taken seriously, and we debate whether Glen Powell can be a leading man in a film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

In this episode, we review the 2025 sci-fi action-adventure comedy directed by Gore Verbinski and starring Sam Rockwell, Michael Peña, and Zazie Beetz, titled Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die. We discuss whether the film does a good job of satirizing AI and its potential consequences, and we debate whether audiences are already growing tired of “AI is going to end the world”...

In this episode, we review the 2025 historical tragedy film Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O’Farrell. The film is based on O’Farrell’s 2020 novel and stars Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, and Emily Watson. We discuss whether this origin story for one of William Shakespeare’s famous plays was entertaining. We also debate whether t...

In this episode, we review the 2025 Norwegian drama film Sentimental Value, starring Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning. We discuss whether the film lives up to the numerous accolades it has received, including eight Academy Award nominations. We also debate whether the film is rightfully in the Best Picture race at the Oscars. See omnystudio.com/lis...

In this episode, we review the first batch of episodes from the second season of the hit HBO Max original series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle. We discuss how the new season begins over the July 4th weekend and how that setting plays a role in the new patients we see. We also debate whether we like some of the new cast members on the hospital team and how their roles may develop over the rest of th...