Mike and Vonia Can't Not

This is a fun one! After catching up following a week off (a lot is going on, y'all), Mike and Vonia finally get to talk about the hottest album of a decade ago. Beyonce's Lemonade! And as if that wasn't enough, Vonia has two different series she's enjoying. A reality show from the past, and a current dramady. And Mike finished The Comeback and saw an animated movie he was certain he would not lik...

Mike and Vonia have a lot of catching up to do. Volleyball tournaments, a trip to the beach, auditioning for drama programs, a restaurant management shift, and a mortifying trip backstage at a Broadway show. Then it's new music, a couple of fantastic television programs, a kid in trouble, and a couple of almost too big to process issues. Also, Speed the Musical is coming back!

Mike and Vonia finally found time to talk about last week's Oscar ceremony. They share their favorites, the moments that made them cringe, the awards that needed to go a certain way, and thoughts about opera and ballet. They also take some time to discuss Vonia's new podcast venture, and progress on the editing of Mike's live show. Plus, a little Lemonade... 

After an unintended break, Mike and Vonia are back to talk about the past two weeks, being a single Mom, hockey practice and teams, birthday celebrations, Oscar nominations, a new comedy recording, a recent episode of Fresh Air, Mexican food, and boba tea. And, of course, Heated Rivalry. Partly cuz hockey. 

After an unintentionally long break, Mike and Vonia are back with a lot to talk about. For now, they try to keep it recent, so Mike hasn't been feeling well, and Vonia started a new job. They speak a bit about impossible to ignore recent events, before discussing the Golden Globes and how they felt about various winners, and categories. This leads to Mike's favorite film of the year, and an audiob...

Vonia visited New York City! She and Mike talk about all the fun stuff they got to do, from biking around Governor's Island, to amazing food, cool things along the Hudson river, and seeing a Broadway show. Then, Mike talks about two divisive films that he wants to speak up for, they both share their worries about the current government shut down, and Mike has a very big (and kinda scary) announcem...

Vonia has some very dramatic pet stories, and Mike wants to cut his hair. Then, he talks about having a very small part in a friend's short film, a few films he's seen lately, and Vonia talks about a documentary she found sad, but moving. Then it's bath towels, special edition albums, an upcoming cultural event, and a post PTA President debrief. Coming soon... NYC!

After an unexpected week off, Mike and Vonia are back to talk about what's been going on in their lives, from kid's birthdays, to amazing concerts, they talk books, and plans, things they need to get done, things that are distracting them, and, of course, this years Emmys! 

Mike and Vonia are back! They have so much to say about what has happened over the summer, from weddings, to vacations, to new pets! Pets!! Plural!!! They share a bunch of stuff they've been digging' and a few things they could do without, but most importantly, Vonia and family are coming to NYC! Also, Vonia says the C word, so hold on to your hats...

Mike and Vonia are back for one more episode before they break for the summer. There are kitchen disasters, doctor visits, a couple of Broadway shows, an action packed movie, and Beyoncé! Then, Vonia shares a song she can't stop listening to, and Mike has a lot of thoughts about a recent drama series. Finally, it's a deceitful ad, an eventful bike ride, and apple cider vinegar. 

Vonia and Mike both talk about how they spent Mother's Day, as well as a few other anecdotes from the week. Then, Vonia loves a new mini-series, Mike loves a returning comedy, and they both have some blasts from the past. After some silly things that are making them both bonkers, they discuss poetry, high school musicals, and Mike's other podcast, that is coming back very soon. 

Vonia is looking towards the end of the school year, and Mike has some Texas stories to tell. Vonia saw a movie that deeply affected her (as Mike knew it would), and Mike also enjoyed a movie this week, albeit in a very different genre. Then it's acid reflux, allergies, kids misbehaving and a lot of random tidbits, ending in an announcement from Vonia that feels a bit like burying the lede.

After an unexpected week off, Mike and Vonia are back. Vonia talks about the event that stopped her from being able to record last week, and Mike talks about a few shows he's seen and also previews his upcoming album. Then it's a new miniseries and a comedy from the past, fingernail issues, and an actor who should shut the hell up, and finally, an exciting award win and questions about what is hea...

Mike and Vonia are back after a long spring break! Vonia went to Cabo, and Mike went to Pittsburg. They have a lot to share, from a book Vonia just finished, a series she's currently reading, a series she's watching, a series they both agree is one of the best things to come along in a while, a returning comedy, a book Mike can't believe he didn't know about, and a movie Mike really enjoyed. Then...

Mike and Vonia have a lot of thoughts and opinions about this year's ceremony, from comedy bits that killed, moments that shone, and speeches that made them deeply uncomfortable. They share them all here. Probably too many. There's one director that is definitely never going to hire Mike. Cheers!

Vonia had her first day teaching, and Mike is seeing a lot of movies. He talks about a few documentary shorts he particularly liked, and then discusses a phone function he would like to get rid of, while Vonia is mourning the loss of a beloved store. They talk a bit about working in the service industry, and Mike ends the episode with a prediction and a quote. 

Mike has a tuna update and he saw a new play. Vonia is on her way with her new venture and is happy to be home after a full weekend. There are several returning dramas happening right now, but it's really all about SNL 50! They discuss some highlights of that programming, as well as some low points regarding current political situations and having an online presence. Finally, Mike gives some roast...

Vonia got to spend time with a friend, both Mike and Vonia had fun Super Bowl viewing experiences, and Mike watched the Critics Choice Awards for the first time. They both still can't stop talking about The Pitt, and Mike is in the midst of an intriguing mini-series, and saw moving animated film. They have a brief conversation about the Super Bowl half time show, Mike has a podcast related, and al...

Mike and Vonia are back to discuss the week in politics, news, and pop culture (the Grammy Awards happened!). Then, Mike talks about the (not scary) film he saw last week and Vonia reads part of a monologue from a play that is moving her. They discuss how you talk to children about scary things, Vonia shares a very inspiring quote from the book she's reading, and Mike has a bone to pick with a few...

What starts as a simple catch up between Mike and Vonia quickly turns into a discussion about social media, how it affects them, and how it might be affecting the next generation. Then, it's a whole bunch of SNL related content, and a novel Mike recently finished that he can't speak highly enough of. There's a bit of conversation about the recent Oscar Nominations, a silly and then a serious thing...

Vonia and Mike are back to start season 5! They discuss their respective Holliday Seasons, and the horrific wild fires affecting much of Southern California. There's a lot to talk about in the diggin' category, from an animated film, to a couple of indies, to a new drama that both Mike and Vonia are watching (and Vonia is even caught up). There's a silly TV related dilemma that Mike is facing, and...

In their last episode of 2024, Mike and Vonia have a conversation about joy. How to find it, how to keep it, and how to remember it. Then, Vonia finds comfort in a classic television program that used to cause her anxiety, and Mike has a performance, a new spy series, and a heartfelt film that have moved and entertained him this week. They share dissatisfaction and how they hope to improve as well...

Mike and Vonia share Thanksgiving memories and talk about what's been going on in the last two weeks. Then Vonia talks Volleyball, they both discuss a TV series they can't stop talking about, Mike has a few others he's enjoying, and also a film he can't stop thinking about. There's talk of worrying about the future, Mike wants his laundromat to be up and running, current politics, and ending with...

Due to technical difficulties this is a quick one, but after telling a few stories from their weeks, Mike saw a very impressive Broadway show, and an episode of television that made quite the impression. Vonia saw a movie suitable for the whole family, and a comedy series that's helping her get through it all. Then it's some quick restaurant etiquette, a reminder to slow down, and some advice on f...

Mike and Vonia have a lot of catching up to do! After they talk about what's been happening in their lives over the last month or so, Mike has a movie he loved and a couple of television shows he's enjoying. Vonia also has some TV favorites of her own along with a recent animated film. Then they talk about feelings and ramifications concerning the recent election and Mike has a few things to say a...