Side By Side-Eye

Are millennial men really stepping up at home, or are traditional roles still holding strong? In this episode of  Side By Side Eye , Mandy and Eric explore what the data actually says about housework, parenting, and modern relationships. They look at research on changing household dynamics, the rise of more involved millennial dads, and why women still tend to do more domestic labor overall. Along...

In this episode, Mandy and Eric take on a deliciously chaotic debate: which food icon truly deserves the crown? From instantly recognizable mascots to fast-food legends and snack-time celebrities, they break down the characters that have defined generations of cravings. Along the way, they debate nostalgia, branding power, and which icons actually make them want to grab a bite. Some picks are obvi...

In this episode, we’re sharing our story. The real one. From how we met and what first pulled us toward each other, to the dating years, the engagement, marriage, and now life with kids. How we started means a lot to us, so we wanted to let you in on it. We talk about those early days, the chemistry, the awkward moments, the funny stories, and the things that made us realize this was it. We walk t...

In this episode, Mandy and Eric set out to answer a simple question: what  should  be illegal… but isn’t? Turns out? It’s not that simple. 😅 What starts as a fun list of modern annoyances and questionable behaviors quickly turns into a full-blown debate. Mandy’s ready to outlaw half the planet, Eric’s defending personal freedom like it’s his full-time job, and somehow they manage to find yet anot...

This week, we take a fun little side quest into Mandy’s favorite corner of the internet: Reddit. We read and react to a handful of “Am I the A**hole?” stories, giving our completely unqualified but very enthusiastic opinions along the way. Don’t worry, we’re not turning into a Reddit podcast, just borrowing some drama for a good time. Expect laughs, disbelief, and a few strong takes on questionabl...

In this Valentine’s episode, we’re going full Yays & Nays on stereotypical gifts: the good, the bad, and the “please don’t ever bring that home again.” From flowers and chocolates to last-minute gas-station panic buys, nothing is safe from our side-eye. We keep it light, honest, and a little spicy, including a wink-wink chat about expectations, pressure, and why Valentine's Day could do mo...

In this episode, we take a real look at how friendship has evolved, from the neighborhood kids and school besties of the 90s to online friends, work friends, and “Facebook friends” in 2026. Did friendship really change… or did the definition just stretch? We talk about why childhood friendships feel so intense, why adult friendships can feel fragile, and why some “best friends” quietly drift away...

In this episode, Mandy and Eric ponder the question: What  actually  counts as a sandwich… and who decided that anyway? 🥪 In this episode, we take a deliciously opinionated deep dive into the wonderful world of sandwiches — from their ancient, accidental origins to the iconic creations that earned fancy names and lifelong loyalty. We’re talking Reubens, Cubans, bánh mì, Monte Cristos, and even a...

In this episode, Eric and Mandy prove once again that they are absolutely not over TV shows and honestly, who is? We break down the characters we  don’t  trust and the ones we’d happily delete from some of our favorite series, including  Arrested Development ,  Breaking Bad ,  How I Met Your Mother ,  The Last Man on Earth ,  New Girl ,  The Office , and  Parks and Recreation . Along the way, Mand...

SPOILER ALERT for Stranger Things In this episode, Mandy and Eric dive back into the Upside Down with a Stranger Things themed showdown. The episode is built around four quizzes that test memory, logic, and fandom knowledge, from characters and plot twists to deeper-cut details that only true Hawkins locals would catch. As the quizzes unfold, expect playful competitiveness, confident answers that...

In this episode, Mandy and Eric kick off the year by creating their 2026 Bingo Card; because if life is going to surprise us, we might as well be prepared. From pop culture predictions and personal goals to wildly unhinged possibilities that  probably  won’t happen (but might), they debate what deserves a square, what’s already predictable, and what would be an instant blackout win. Expect laughs,...

This week, we’re wrapping up 2025 with a shorter, but still fun, holiday episode. Eric and Mandy run through some of the year’s most talked-about moments, including the TikTok ban, “67,” Labubu’s unexpected rise,  that affair spotted at a Coldplay concert, and the long-awaited return of astronauts back home. It’s a light, festive recap as we reflect, laugh, and side-eye our way through the highlig...

We’re getting into the holiday spirit on this episode of  Side By Side Eye  with a lineup of festive games and plenty of strong opinions. We kick things off with  Unpopular Christmas Opinions , where Mandy and Eric decide whether they  agree or disagree  on some surprisingly divisive holiday takes. Next, things turn competitive with a  Holiday Movie Draft , as we build our ultimate Christmas movie...

In this festive episode of  Side By Side Eye , Mandy and Eric dive into the wonderfully weird world of global Christmas legends. From characters they absolutely could  not  pronounce to stories that left them wide-eyed and laughing, they explore how different cultures celebrate the season through folklore. They chat about the mischievous  Yule Lads  of Iceland, 13 quirky tricksters with names like...

In this playful, slightly chaotic episode, Mandy and Eric dive into the ultimate game of forced choices:  “If I had to…” From outrageous hypothetical scenarios to surprisingly thoughtful dilemmas, they test each other’s instincts, priorities, and sense of humor. Contact: sidebysideeyepodcast@gmail.com

In this hilariously honest episode, Eric and Mandy switch perspectives and dive into the awkward and surprising realities each gender deals with. We break down what we  think  we’d absolutely hate if we had to trade places for a day. And yes, things get pretty intimate. We don’t hold back on the TMI moments, the unglamorous truths, and the “wait… you deal with THAT?!” confessions. It’s playful, a...

In this episode, Mandy and Eric dive into the surprisingly relatable world of introverts and extroverts. From social batteries and alone-time rituals to party dynamics and the myths people still believe about both personality types, they react to real-life situations and compare how differently (and hilariously) they each navigate them. The two share stories from their own lives, talk about how th...

This week, Mandy and Eric dive into the wonderfully absurd world of all things  ridiculous . From the official definition to the everyday nonsense we all do, they’re breaking down what makes something truly ridiculous, and laughing at themselves along the way. Expect personal confessions, light roasting, and a few side tangents about the things people do that just make you shake your head. It’s re...

In this mind-bending episode, Mandy puts Eric’s memory to the test with some of the most famous Mandela Effect examples, from movie quotes and brand logos to childhood classics we were  sure  we knew by heart. Is it Berenstain or Berenstein? Did Darth Vader really say, “Luke, I am your father”? And how did an entire generation remember Mandela’s fate incorrectly? Together, we dive into why so many...

In this Halloween week episode, Eric quizzes Mandy on her ability to guess classic horror legends like Frankenstein and Dracula, based on vague clues. With plenty of laughs (and a few surprises) along the way. Things get sugary and spooky as they rank their favorite Halloween candies, predict the year’s most popular costumes, and match zodiac signs to horror icons; because who wouldn’t want to kno...

In this episodeEric and Mandy take a lighthearted deep dive into the origins of the world’s top nine most common superstitions. From leaning ladders to black cats, they share which ones they secretly believe, which ones make no sense, and why we can’t help but follow a few “just in case.” It’s a fun, curious conversation that’ll make you rethink your own quirky rituals. contact: sidebysideeyepodca...

In this episode, Eric and Mandy get real about the realities of working from home the good, the bad, and the pajama-clad. They dive into how remote life has shaped their marriage, family rhythm, and sanity, from shared office chaos to mid-day breaks together. Expect honest talk about boundaries (or lack thereof), the comfort of flexibility, the loneliness that sometimes sneaks in, and what they’ve...

Forget haunted houses, adulthood is the real horror show. In this episode, Eric and Mandy face their scariest challenges yet: answering unknown calls, making a doctor’s appointment, and surviving the words “Can we hop on a quick call?” From social slip-ups to workplace nightmares, they dive into all the everyday terrors that make adults(?) break a sweat. Contact: sidebysideeyepodcast@gmail.com

This week we’re laughing (and low-key cringing) at the ways social media has “broken us” from Instagram “aesthetic” days to oversharing every life update, falling for TikTok trends we swore we wouldn’t try, and a lack of enthusiasm for Twitter. It’s lighthearted, a little nostalgic, and proof that maybe… just maybe… social media broke us all (but at least we got some good memes out of it).

This week, we’re tackling the myths, advice, and clichés that surround marriage. we dive into the biggest myths about marriage, unpack the “wisdom” couples are often handed, and share our own perspectives along the way. Expect plenty of honest takes, a few playful tangents, and a heartfelt conversation about what marriage means to us. contact us: sidebysideeyepodcast@gmail.com