Mike and Vonia Can't Not

It's a somewhat random conversation this week dealing with a favored returning drama and its cast of theatre actors, a talk about the kindness of others, and a very busy schedule. Then it's a holiday movie rewatch, a limited series mystery, an expensive costume, a broken closet, decorating for the holidays, and an affliction of Mike's, named. Bless you. 

Mike tells a couple of truly silly stories, and Vonia is grateful to be past a health scare. Then she talks about a delightful Holiday special and film, and Mike shares a limited series and returning comedy series. There's the hustle and bustle of the season, outlets that don't work, tales of recent and long ago Thanksgivings, cats, and a fun new device. Tis the season.

Vonia and Mike are back with a slightly shorter episode, but stories about what they've been up to. They discuss a movie they both liked, Mike has both an album and film that have made an impression on him, and Vonia is into a streaming show and a reality competition host. Then it's technology that doesn't work, a disappointing action movie, a broken sign, fixed, and an autobiography voiced by the...

Vonia is home with the kids, and Mike is having continuous issues with his apartment. Also, he has a new podcast, and Vonia loves to golf. Then they discuss some television programs, including a couple of returning shows they're both enjoying, and a recent film that cheered Mike up after a hard day. There are a few summer activities shared, a discussion on the healthy act of crying, and a goodbye...

Bada boom, bada bang, Vonia bought a bike! Also back from vacation, Mike tells tales of summer journeys, Tony wins, and a creepy series that will stay with you while Vonia is binging some Platonic High Desert fun. It's summer baby! Enjoy yourself! 

Mike was on the news (sorta), and Vonia has an eye... condition. Mike finally has a key to his building, and Vonia's kids are starting their last week of the school year. Then it's a trip through the highlights of the most recent Broadway season, and a new multi-verse super hero movie that Vonia is very glad she saw in the theatre. Also, Mike would like to know where he'll be sleeping next week. T...

Vonia starts us off with an absolutely terrifying story from her week. Rest assured, everyone ends up ok. As far as Mike's week goes, he mostly just worked a lot. Then they discus two series that had finales this last week and Vonia saw a couple of movies she really enjoyed. Mike is still dealing with a two recurring issues, and Vonia has a mild complaint, must is mostly trying to live in gratitud...

Vonia got some dental work, and Mike had a friend in town. Plus he's been seeing theatre. Vonia is loving a podcast that Mike did a guest spot on, neither of them can stop talking about Somebody, Somewhere, and Mike has some final thoughts on Mrs. Davis. Then, they talk about the upcoming Tony Awards, what it's like to lose and then get your voice back. In the end, a lack of a topic becomes a disc...

Vonia is more than a bit under the weather, so while she rests up, Mike presents the first episode of the new season of his other podcast, We Couldn't Help But Wonder, A Journey Through Sex and the City. He and Elise Castle break down the new teaser trailer, and discuss possible ideas for the forthcoming chapters of And Just Like That... Plus, they announce that they are planning on announcing som...

Vonia's parents are visiting and Mike has had quite the week. Plus, Vonia is part of a multi-cultural committee, and is also loving a new pseudo-reality show. Mike has too much TV to talk about and goes on quite the ramble. They discuss the issue they have when characters aren't good at their jobs. Vonia is continually looking for more free time, and Mike can't figure out where he stopped watching...

Vonia is still coaching volleyball, and Mike went for a walk on a very rainy day. Then, Mike meanders a bit though some TV, from finishing The Fall, to beginning Dead Ringers and Mrs. Davis, plus a Broadway documentary that he mostly enjoyed. Vonia is continuing to enjoy Mrs. Maisel and has a few inspirational passages about creativity. Then, Vonia is done being sick, and Mike is growing weary of...

Schmicago is still blowing our minds this week! And first it's the tale of Vonia drinking from her sick child's cup...spoiler, she gets the sickness. Then it's Mike honoring his cousin and reminding us to hold the ones we love dear. We talk comedies, new books about parents and a new film about a bi-racial composer that brings a special story to light. Next week we will hear of Mike's theatre adve...

Vonia had (a lot of) guests, and Mike visited Salt Lake City! Then they have a host of fun things they're enjoying, including their second ever double diggin', with the return of a much loved comedy series. After that, Vonia is yearning for stamina, and Mike hates spoilers. They have a somewhat spooky conversation about the unexplained, and Mike is excited for the return of Samantha Bee. Also, his...

Mike and Vonia chat about upcoming visitors, and upcoming visits. Vonia has a new song she's listening to, and a Volleyball team to coach. Mike finished an audio book, saw a lovely new film, and is continuing his journey though the discography of Joni Mitchell. He'd like to know why he can't just purchase or even find certain items, and Vonia would like to know why her son refuses to acknowledge o...

Mike and Vonia have a lot to discuss, from recent tragedy, to parental involvement, going back to work, and an upcoming coaching job. Vonia has a couple of new karaoke options, Mike has a whole lot of television both ending and beginning, plus a book on tape. Then it's check writing, Broadway shows, and a renegade watch (it's been fixed).

After mostly just talking about The Oscars last week, Vonia and Mike have a lot of catching up to do. From sick kids, to cold weather, to shows seen, and movies gone to. Then it's a movie seemingly made just for Vonia, to a streaming film Mike hopes gets some attention. Mike is still dealing with paperwork, they're both endlessly looking for motivation and inspiration, Mike has a quick update abou...

Mike and Vonia are back for the 3rd year in a row to discuss this years Oscar ceremony. After a quick catch up, it's right to the show. From planes flying through very cloudy skies, to Jimmy Kimmel doing a great hosting job, to intense auditorium lighting, to a Jenny the donkey stand in, to Ruth E. Carter having perfectly matching note cards to read from, to Elizabeth Banks presenting with "Cocain...

Vonia has a lot going on with her house, and Mike has had a series of unfortunate events. Then, Vonia got to go to the live stream of a new comedy special, Mike has a couple of Oscar nominees that he wants to shout out, Vonia speaks out on behalf of drag, and Mike is still filling out paperwork. They both kind of end on bummer notes, but promise there's funny stuff in there too!

Vonia has been spending time in her kid's class, and Mike went for a walk at Coney Island. They talk about numerous things, including podcasts, poetry, comedies, documentaries, and stand up specials. There's an issue with a recent drama episode, and a troublesome meaning to the idea of "freedom." After that, its coverage of the recent SAG Awards, a rumination on creativity, success, and what the p...

Vonia went to Disneyland and Mike went to London! So they have a lot to talk about. Then, Vonia is loving a new drama series, and Mike is into a new streaming comedy, plus he's being wowed by a particular miniseries actress. Vonia has a few Disney related complaints, and Mike would like to be done with all the paperwork. They finish up with stray Disney cats and some wild London related facts. Che...

Mind the gap! With our two hosts spending a glorious week together in Los Angeles we give you a bonus episode to bridge the gap between Mike & Vonia Can't Not seasons. First it's the Avatar, The Way of Water and how the smell of fish should not be included, then it's a lovely "little film" that captured our hearts and made Vonia's children ask some big questions.  We talk Golden Globes and Mik...

It's the last episode of season 2. Vonia is getting ready to travel, and Mike did a bunch of fun stuff. He also has some fairly big news to share. Then, it's a night at the theatre for Vonia, and a movie about a theatre for Mike. They talk about being hard on yourself, and a dislike of the finales of a certain limited series. There's a very heavy conversation about plans, goals, resolutions, and m...

It was Thanksgiving, Mike went on a trip to Pittsburg, and a vacuum got fixed! Then it's a new sequel, a docuseries, a podcast episode, two comedy series Mike already talked about on the last episode and feels the need to bring up again, and a film on Hulu. Vonia and Mike both have some sad news that they are working through, and finally it's talk about memory, and some things we may only think we...

Vonia is home with the kids. Still. And Mike is studying up on the best way to prepare a turkey. Then it's a Julia Child related reality show, some returning comedies, a new film out in theaters, frustrations about being sick, recognition of the events in Colorado Springs, a disappeared eye clinic, a further discussion on mental health, and Mike makes an absolutely ridiculous claim (and, later in...

Vonia had the Gala she's been planning, but also a not so great week. Mike walked the Brooklyn Bridge and had dinner with friends. Then, Vonia had a (mostly) great time at The Hollywood Bowl, and fun watching YouTube, and Mike saw what he refers to as "a joyous celebration of creativity." Later we have the act of trying to get out of a parking lot, eating too much "buttery" popcorn, a discussion a...