Binge Essentials

David and Romeo enter their first voyage to the world of Quentin Tarantino with Kill Bill. Tarantino conceived Kill Bill as an homage to exploitation film and other low-budget cinema including martial arts films, samurai cinema, blaxploitation, and spaghetti westerns. Joining David and Romeo is The Reverend Scott K of The Church of Tarantino podcast! Few can match Scott's love and wisdom for these...

Happy Holidays! David and Romeo are visiting and old friend that's been hiding in New York. His name is Jim Lindsay. You may know him as Dexter Morgan. We're back into the world of Dexter with the followup miniseries to the original, Dexter: New Blood. Set 10 years after the controversial events of the series finale, Dexter: New Blood attempts to reignite excitement for America's favorite serial k...

David and Romeo visit Shondaland for the first time with Scandal. They are joined by first-time guest, Alexia Brooks! Considered one of the most exciting network dramas of the 2010's, Scandal provided layers of drama unseen on ABC and it's neighboring networks in decades. Listen now on how it's been handled. Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Click here to visit our F...

Jamie Yingst returns for the original run of The Twilight Zone! Created by the legendary Rod Serling, The Twilight Zone captivated audiences with anthology episodes that could range from science fiction to fantasy and horror. This is the first anthology series ever covered by Binge Essentials. We curated a list of Jamie's favorite episodes to cover. There's nothing to be afraid of. Listen now! Hav...

With Agatha All Along around the corner, David and Romeo decided to revisit WandaVision. Becoming the first Marvel Studios television series for Disney+, WandaVision provided weekly excitement and top quality rarely seen from the rest of their catalog. Listen now to hear their favorite moments, theories, and homages to television. Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠...

David slides over to the guest seat for a discussion about FX's miniseries, Clipped. A Binge Essentials first, this is the newest series that's been covered on the show and a first time watch for David and Romeo. The series covers the Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling's recordings of racist remarks, which lead to the selling of the team to Steve Ballmer. David and Romeo cover...

Romeo slides over to the guest seat this week for the superhero space opera trilogy, Guardians of the Galaxy. From breakout lead performances from Chris Pratt and Dave Bautista to boasting three killer soundtracks, James Gunn and his Disney/Marvel overlords managed to do the impossible by creating this fun, unique experience in a universe filled with so many paint-by-numbers stories. They made us...

Vera Itkin of Xena: Warrior Podcast joins David and Romeo for - you guessed it - Xena: Warrior Princess! One of the most iconic syndicated television series of all time, Vera's knowledge and passion for Xena runs deeper than Hades. Join us now on our legendary journey through Europe, Asia, Olympus, and the blossoming romance between two fierce travelers. Have a thought or question? bingeessent...

Happy Pride Month! David and Romeo make a few recommendations to celebrate. Want to share your holiday favorite? bingeessentials@gmail.com ⁠Click here to visit our Facebook⁠ Instagram: ⁠@bingeessentials⁠ David Rocha | Instagram: ⁠@davidrochabinge⁠ | Twitter: ⁠@davidrocharadio⁠ Romeo Mora | Instagram: ⁠@rmora02⁠ | Twitter: ⁠@romora1⁠

David and Romeo are together strong for the Planet of the Apes trilogy. Revisit the three films before stepping into the theater to see Disney-owned new installment of the franchise, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Have these films aged well since their release? We explore each film for the characters, themes, and special effects. We hope you ape over these films with us! Have a thought or ques...

Tyler Nyquist returns for this month's episode featuring the Netflix hit, Midnight Mass. Mike Flanagan lays it all out on the table for this tense drama/thriller asking the big questions many have about religion. David, Romeo, and Tyler provide well-rounded perspectives on the subject, along with the overall joy of Flangan's trademark style of horror. Take the next ferry to Crockett Island...

Jamie Yingst joins David this episode to discuss The Leftovers! After the controversial ride that was Lost, Damon Lindelof joined forces with novelist and screenwriter Tom Perrotta to create the series. Their collaboration resulted in one of the most acclaimed dramas in television history, with breakout acting performances, thematic depth, and a musical score that hits in ways you never imagined....

With Netflix's upcoming live-action adaptation just around the corner, Wesley Riddle joins David and Romeo to discuss the beloved Nickelodeon animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender! Boasting great characters, action, comedy, themes, and world, Avatar: The Last Airbender garnered critical acclaim and a devoted fan base that continues to grow today. Get on your flying bison and meet us at t...

David and Romeo return to the 1990's animated world for the second month in a row with X-Men: The Animated Series. With memorable voice performances, costumes, and story arcs, the series became an instant classic with children and adults alike. How do we feel about the series all these years later? Are we excited for the regularly postponed X-Men '97? This ain't Cajun country. Zip thos...

David and Romeo revisit a childhood favorite of theirs with Gargoyles! Airing during the height of animated programming in the 1990's, Gargoyles garnered a cult following for their world-building, complex characters, and so much more. Join us at the castle above the clouds, as we tackle topics ranging from redemption to bestiality. Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Cl...

Cowabunga, dudes! David and Romeo travel to the sewers of New York City to discuss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film trilogy! Riding off the success of the animated series from the late 1980s, the live-action TMNT films range from highly successful to utterly embarrassing. Dust off your skateboard and brush up on your childhood karate. We'll need your help down here in the sewers. Have a t...

With the WGA and the SAG-AFTRA strikes continuing, David and Romeo continue their world tour. Their next stop is in Japan to visit a miniseries based on an immensely popular horror franchise, Ju-On: Origins. Airing during the height of the pandemic in 2020, Ju-On: Origins provided a new take on the lore from the franchise to provide some of the more disturbing and saddening moments you'll find...

Jamie Yingst invites David and Romeo overseas to a little English village called Broadchurch. Boasting a great cast, cinematography, score, and writing, Broadchurch quickly took the UK viewing audience by storm with its mysteries and twists. After airing on BBC America and becoming available on streaming services, the show only increased in its acclaim and popularity to a global level. Listen now...

With the WGA and SAG-AFTRA on strike, David and Romeo have decided to pivot from the originally scheduled slate of episodes. Listen now to learn more. Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.com Click here to visit our Facebook Instagram: @bingeessentials David Rocha | Instagram: @davidrochabinge | Twitter: @davidrocharadio Romeo Mora | Instagram: @rmora02 | Twitter: @romora1

Life is unfair. Or, at least, it seems that way from Malcolm's point of view. David slides over to the guest seat to discuss Malcolm in the Middle! The early 2000s Fox classic has left a much bigger impact on television that most people probably don't realize. Additionally, we have a family featuring a cast that were at the top of their game. Do we want a reunion? What does the family live...

From the mind of Zack Snyder comes The Snyderverse. With five planned films that turned into three, The Snyderverse has been a hot topic for several years now. Some are ready to move on, others are rabid for more. This week, David and Romeo discuss Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Zack Snyder's Justice League to decipher for themselves which side they land. They may not be...

Kaitlyn returns to Binge Essentials to talk about her favorite film, The Little Mermaid. The film that launched what's known as the Disney Renaissance produced an iconic heroin in Ariel, villain in Ursula, and music sung by Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, and Pat Carroll. The timeless classic didn't stop there, producing a sequel, prequel, games, theme park attractions, and more. We're...

Kelly Ruelas returns to discuss The Americans! One of David and Romeo's favorite shows, Kelly couldn't wait to join the conversation on what is known as one of the best television shows during its time. The series is famously known for the slow burn storytelling and compelling main characters that challenges the patience of their viewers, culminating into rewarding payoffs. Who are the rea...

Wesley Riddle returns for the 50th episode of Binge Essentials!  Hack into The Matrix with us this week as we look back on the impact the film franchise had on culture and academics.  Free your mind and listen now! Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.com Click here to visit our Facebook Instagram: @bingeessentials David Rocha | Instagram: @davidrochabinge | Twitter: @davidr...

Rena returns to for a Valentine's Day worthy episode covering the To All the Boys films!  Being one of the more successful rom-com trilogies, Rena guides David and Romeo on what makes these films so great and memorable.  We explore the characters, relationship dynamics, and if we want more stories from these films.  Come dig up old high school memories with us.  We promise it's...