Cherish or Perish

We’re kicking off our Summer Blockbusters theme this week with Dinosaur Fever!  In this episode, Desirae and Amanda take a majestical trip to Jurassic Park and recall the childhood wonder of watching it for the first time. Jurassic Park talk starts at 00:05:50

In this twisty and confusing episode, we’ve got a double dose of Nightmare Men, a hot Hollywood scoop, and demon possession!  Plus: Did Christian Bale waste his time? And take the quiz!: Which of our hosts will not go through airport security for you? Memento talk starts at 12:10 The Machinist talk starts at 35:20

This week we celebrate Desirae’s birthday by watching one of her favorites, Big Trouble.  They talk about the sexiness of Rene Russo, get into the dangers of public water gun shootings, and are confused by the lack of Cuban’s in Miami.  The movie introduction is at 00:09:37

In this heartbreaking episode, Desirae can’t contain her excitement, Amanda deeply connects with a precocious child, and everyone wants you to get out of the damn HOV lane!  Plus: roughing it, the parameters of a Romantic Comedy, being a Tom, and just send a card already! Movie chat starts around 13:30

One year later and we’re still having a blast revisiting these movies with all of you.  THANK YOU for listening through our journey of various audio quality and horrible name pronunciations. In this anniversary episode, we celebrate our dedication to consistent podcast posting and discuss whether rich people are allowed to rob grocery stores. 08:40 - My Blue Heaven 36:03 - Sugar & Spice

Summer’s here and we’re vaxxed n’ wild!  In this darkly secretive episode, wizard fights, Amanda’s screenplay ‘I Know What You Did Already’, what’s up with cap sleeves, and yet again fixing Hollywood’s mistakes.  Plus so much 90s music you’ll grow jncos where your legs used to be! Movie talk 9:00 Soundtrack talk 40:00

In this heavily researched episode, summer predictions are made (forecast: poppin’ off), the formula for horror is revealed, another Pullman/Paxton Situation occurs, and we learn about the lifestyle of sharing a birthday with Helen Hunt.  Plus!  Cruise Ship Shania! Twister talk: 9:30 Soundtrack talk: 46:00

On this dark and confusing episode, Desirae and Amanda discuss the film and soundtrack of David Lynch’s “Lost Highway”! Our intrepid hosts reveal the dangers of silk on silk, the origins of vibes, an obscure Rizzoli and Isles connection, and a general indifference to male sexual dysfunction. Plus JAZZ, BABY! Movie talk starts around 10:30 Soundtrack talk starts around 42:00

We’re kicking off Movies & Music month with a Generation X classic!!  Amanda and Desirae express their deep dissatisfaction with Lelaina’s choice of Troy, then revisit their first movie soundtrack! Also, if you don’t love the new Mortal Kombat movie, you’re dumb. Reality Bites discussion starts at 14:20

It’s our “Kurt Russell on Boats” episode!  In this naughtily nautical spectacular, Amanda and Desirae welcome special guest Jess Dungan to discuss/emotionally process some childhood favorites.  PLUS!  Amanda needs a vacation, Desirae is Catfishing, Jess brings some fascinating trivia, and EVERYONE IS FIRED! Overboard discussion begins about 11:45 Captain Ron discussion begins about 41:00

In the wake of 420, Amanda and Desirae revisit two stoner classics.  They get into the absurdness of Maude wanting to have a baby with The Dude in The Big Lebowski and decide if Wooderson from Dazed & Confused is creepy enough.

In this episode, Amanda and Desirae reflect on classic films starring Joan Crawford and discuss one of the most disturbing conspiracy theories of our time before diving into Superbad and all the female objectification and toxic masculinity throughout it. Superbad discussion begins at 10:21

In this Dishwalla of an episode, Amanda and Desirae get nostalgic over white guy scatting, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and teen cruelty.  Plus they reveal The Cardinal Rule of Drama and play a rousing game of “what’s the overhead of this small business?!”  (Movie chat starts at about the 9:50 mark)

In this foolish episode, the hosts talk good vs. bad pranks, grapple with problematic faves  of the past, and discover the greatest song OF ALL TIME!  Plus Desirae makes potions and Amanda wants everyone dead!  If you want to get straight to the movie chat: April Fool’s Day ‘86: 09:30 April Fool’s Day ‘08: 37:15

In the final Women's History month episode, Amanda and Desirae discuss the relatability of both Thelma & Louise, especially when it comes to the bad decisions that they make.  They also encourage you to swing your big vaccine energy and go ahead and take those COVID-19 vaccine selfies!  Thelma & Louise begins at 00:09:20.

Our first guest, Michael Castillo, joins Desirae and Amanda as they get totally gagged with chainsaws!  They get into it on Nicolas Cage’s remarriage, the bullshit that is the term “date rape”, hidden foot fetish content, and thick loafer energy!  (note: we had some audio issues on this one particularly in the intro.  We start talking Heathers at 9:35 and the issue is mostly resolved by 11:10)

In this rathuh suthuhn episode, Amanda and Desirae determine that HOAs suck, Investigation Discovery is shady, not everything is caused by hormones, and cannibalism is not the answer!

In this All-American episode, Desirae and Amanda explore the cinematic universe of Glenn Danzig, are yet again are stymied by time, determine their dream roles, and make MANY surprising reveals!

In this Olde Tymey episode Amanda and Desirae talk horses, hair, heartthrobs, and history!  Plus a detailed guide on playing wingman, the cheapest place to drink in Orlando in 2004, and of course Nicolas Cage comes up because, duh?

In this episode, Desirae and Amanda battle technology, talk about body hair, take a trip through time, and welcome yet another John Cusack character into The Worst Dudes Hall of Fame!

In this VERY FRONCH episode, Desirae goes rogue on the showbook, Amanda wants to know who that lusty skeleton is, a primer on mosh pit etiquette, and tips for culling your social herd.  Sacré bleu!

It’s a very tear-soaked and chocolate-stained episode of Cherish or Perish! Desirae wants to know: where all the serial killers at?  Amanda fails at feminism and dives into regrettable choices in kids’ room decor.  And the debate rages on: Is Renee Zellweger any good?

It’s the final week of Nicolas Cage Month 2021 and Amanda and Desirae take on listeners’ number one Cage Flick Pick: Face/Off!  In this episode our intrepid hosts talk about how we talk about serial killers too much, the worst ways to deal with loss, complicated sibling relationships, and face touching (don’t do it!)

It’s week 3 of Nicolas Cage Month 2021 and Desirae and Amanda get real deep on this one!  They talk narcissism of self-loathing, breath control, narrative reality, and decide who’s real and who’s fake. Plus check out cherishorperishpod.com for a special treat for our cherished listeners!

It’s the second installment of Nicolas Cage Month 2021!  In this episode, Amanda and Desirae talk fireworks, goo goo eyes, and big TVs; get a little lesson in UK geography; and make one thing absolutely clear:  do not tell them to shut up!