Insufficient Friends

In the third installment of our True Crime series, Kevin and Nikki are joined by Mariah once again, for three more interesting cases from past and present. From the escape at Alcatraz, to a Missouri woman still facing charges for murdering her best friend and the case of mid-20th century woman who's constant affairs lead to deadly trouble. Hopefully this True Crime week will get your blood fl...

The podcast dives into this DARK satirical comedy from 1976, about a TV networking riding the mental downfall of its news anchor to boost ratings. Starring: Faye Dunaway - as Diana Christensen William Holden - as Max Schumacher Peter Finch - as Howard Beale Robert Duvall - as Frank Hackett Directed By: Sidney Lumet ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on v...

Our hosts take a look into the shady past of the mob, including two of the most notorious mafiosos, Al Capone and John Gotti. Plus, Kev and Nik get nicknames for their turn to crime. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. And, Mak...

The podcast travels back to 1941, for a slapstick comedy about a young director who joins the homeless to learn their plight and avoid making another comedy film. Starring: Joel McCrea - as John L. Sullivan Veronica Lake - as The Girl Directed By: Preston Sturges ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriend...

Kev and Nik take an Insufficient look into the history and effects of London's most notorious serial killer. Plus, hear which of our two co-hosts is more likely to accidentally poison someone or get an undesirable tattoo. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don&apo...

Nikki joins this week's episode, as the podcast takes a trip back to the 1500's (via 2018) for a historical-drama about an infamous power battle between two female leaders. Starring: Saoirse Ronan - as Mary, Queen of Scots Margot Robbie -  as Queen Elizabeth I Jack Lowden - as Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley Joe Alwyn - as Lord Robert Dudley David Tennant - as John Knox Directed By: Josie Rou...

The podcast takes a look at a few current and historical monarchs, with a few fun facts about each. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. And, Make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite service, leave us a comment and shar...

This episode takes us back to vaudevillian 1933, as the Marx Brothers try to fight for (and against) the tiny, broke nation of Freedonia. Starring: Groucho Marx - as Rufus T. Firefly Harpo Marx - as Pinky Chico Marx - as Chicolini Zeppo Marx - as Bob Roland Margaret Dumont - as Gloria Teasdale Louis Calhern  as Ambassador Trentino Directed By: Leo McCarey ---------------------------------------- I...

A special guest joins Nikki and Kevin this week, to discuss our favorite moments from the past 100 episodes. The three also talk about New Year's resolutions for 2025 and take part in a friendly competition of pop culture trivia. Special Thanks to all of our Insufficient Friends along with all the guests that have joined us over the last two years. ---------------------------------------- If...

Kev campaigns against (just not for us) this 1975 ensemble film about the tangled lives of several people living in the music city. Starring: Henry Gibson - as Haven Hamilton Ronee Blakley  as Barbara Jean Karen Black - as Connie White David Arkin - as Norman Ned Beatty - as Delbert Reese Lily Tomlin - as Linnea Reese Shelley Duvall - as L. A. Joan Jeff Goldblum - as Tricycle Man Directed By: Robe...

Kev and Nik bought a box of treats from across the pond and spent the episode taste testing and talking about some of the differences between Britain and the U.S.A. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. And, Make sure you follow...

Kev has a DOUBLE EPISODE for you this week, with Nikki joining to talk about each of their favorite Christmas movies... The 1970's stop motion classic, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town from Nik and 1992's Muppet Christmas Carol from Kev. Plus, Kev tests Nik on her knowledge (or lack their of) of Christmas movies and music. Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town Starring: Fred Astaire - as...

Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanzaa! Happy Lunar New Year! No matter what or how you celebrate, Happy Holidays from your Insufficient Friends! This week, Kevin and Nikki took at brief look at some winter traditions and holiday folklore from around the world. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@Insufficient...

The podcast heads back to 1925 for this slapstick silent film, about a pair of prospectors trying to make it rich during the  Klondike Gold Rush in Alaska. Starring: Charles Chaplin - as The Lone Prospector Mack Swain - as Big Jim McKay Tom Murray - as Black Larsen Georgia Hale - as Georgia Directed By: Charles Chaplin ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes...

Nikki and Kev talk about the bloodiest war on U.S. soil, with possibly some of the most obvious facts and information about the fight. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. And, Make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite s...

The podcast sneaks into this 1959 spy thriller, as the main protagonist is chased across the U.S. buy foreign spies, after being mistaken for a secret agent. Starring: Cary Grant - as Roger Thornhill Eva Marie Saint - as Eve Kendall James Mason - as Phillip Vandamm Directed By: Alfred Hitchcock ***A Note From Kev*** Being my insufficient self, I didn't check my recording system before startin...

Nikki's brother, Nathan, joins the podcast to regale Kev about the two's past... and talk about the DYNASTIC Kansas City Chiefs. Plus, Nathan and Kev go head-to-head in a game of NFL Trivia. And, Fun Facts! ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget...

Our host takes a dive into the 1978 war drama, about the trials and tribulations of three American steel workers who go to fight in Vietnam. Starring: Robert De Niro - as Michael Christopher Walken - as Nick John Savage - as Steven Meryl Streep - as Linda John Cazale - as Stan Directed By: Michael Cimino ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check...

In part two of the podcast trip to SGF, our hosts headed to a 100-year-old "castle" for a Murder Mystery Dinner. Nik was volen-told to play a part in the festivities, mostly because Kev wouldn't. And, what the two would do with their own secret societies. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@Insufficien...

Kev drives into this 1976 psychological drama, about a marine veteran who spirals into madness while dealing with rejection and anger about what's become of New York City. Starring: Robert De Niro - as Travis Bickle Jodie Foster - as Iris Cybill Shepherd - as Betsy Directed By: Martin Scorsese ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out o...

Nikki and Kev went literally underground on this latest trip, heading into one of the few ride-thru caves around the world - Fantastic Caverns. (Maybe you've seen one of the billboards). Plus, our intrepid hosts take a look at more conspiracy theories, this time heading deep into the earth. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our...

Our host dances (not really) into this 1961 musical masterpiece, bringing a new take on Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Starring: Natalie Wood - as Maria (Singing Voice of Marni Nixon) Richard Beymer - as Tony (Singing Voice of Jimmy Bryant) Russ Tamblyn - as Riff (Singing Voice of Tucker Smith) Rita Moreno - as Anita (Singing Voice of Betty Wand) George Chakiris - as Bernardo Directed By:...

Our insufficient duo takes a look at the most talked means of humanity's destruction this week and a couple random looks at how people could survive. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. And, Make sure you follow the podcas...

Nikki joins this episode of the podcast, as Kev dives into 1990's animation for a twist on the tale of the Romanov Family and rumors about a child who may have survived their tragic end. Starring: Meg Ryan - as the voice of Anastasia John Cusack - as the voice of Dimitri Christopher Lloyd - as the voice of Rasputin Kelsey Grammer - as the voice of Vladimir Angela Lansbury - as the voice of Th...

A shallow dive into this 108-year-old silent film, which some call epic (NOT US) about the ongoing intolerance of humans over the course of thousands of years. Starring: Lillian Gish - as The Woman Who Rocks the Cradle (Eternal Mother) Robert Harron - as The Boy Margery Wilson - as Brown Eyes Eugene Pallette - as Prosper Latour Constance Talmadge - as The Mountain Girl Alfred Paget - as Prince Bel...