Reel Connections

The Oscar nominations are out! Valencia joins the show as we unpack it and give our thoughts. Does KPop Demon Hunter win over box office hit Zootopia 2? Michael B. Jordan and Timothee Chalamet are head to head for lead actor or does someone else come up and take it?  We have plenty to unpack and yet we somehow end up talking about Traitors.

His & Hers might be the first hit of 2026. The Netflix psychological thriller stars Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal. This is a nice whodunit story that ends in a what seems to be a polarizing twist. But before we get there, we talk about HBO's Euphoria season 3 trailer then get into Golden Globes.

Happy New Year! I am trying something different to see what you all think. I went to see Stranger Things Finale with friends at the movies, immediately after we started recording in the car. This is our raw, unfiltered reaction to how the Duffer Brothers wrap up the series.

Is that time of year where many of us are spending time with our families and looking for something to watch. This week, Joy joins me discussing new Christmas movies. We talk about Disney+'s 'A Very Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie,' 'Merv,' and 'My Secret Santa.'  

It has been awhile. Do I remember how to podcast? I couldn't let the year go by without sharing my favorite watches of 2025. It's a tradition. It also reminded me why I enjoy doing this podcast. It's connection. But we are here to share our favorite watches of the year and you'll remember it doesn't have to be just stuff that came out this year but it has to be things we've watched for the first t...

I know it's been awhile since a new episode, I explain the future of this podcast. Then we wrap up the year with the best watches with Joy. Surprisingly, we don't have anything similar on our lists.   Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

Valencia is back to unpack Hulu Onyx Collection's latest show staring Natasha Rothwells' 'How to Die Alone,' which follows, "Mel is a broke JFK airport employee who has never experienced love; a near-death accident inspires her to dream and live life again." Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

This week marks the 24th anniversary of 'Almost Famous' and what a better time than now to talk speak with Malorie about it. "A 15-year-old music fan and fledgling journalist goes on the road with a popular rock band in the anything-goes 1970's." Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

It's the unofficial end of summer (yes, I know the equinox is September 22nd) so returning to the podcast after a long hiatus is Janson. He and I catchup and talk about everything we're watching including: HBO's Industry, Big Brother, Netflix's Dark and Umbrella Academy, Prime Video's Rings of Power, and so much more.  Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

Look, we are all busy meaning we can't watch everything. In this rewind episode, Courtney and I talk about shows that missed our radar. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

Amazon Prime's hit show, The Boys, season 4 wraps up in a twisted way. This week, in a spoiler filled episode (you've had time to watch) Tony returns to the show with new guest Bridget as we unpack the season and give predictions to season 5's series finale. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

AppleTV Plus has another hit with 'Presumed Innocent.' Ayana returns to unpack the mystery and see if our guesses were right. The show is among the most watched shows on streaming since June pilot episode. The show was officialy renewed for a second season after Apple claimed that the show is the most-viewed drama in the platform's history. Here's the premise: "A horrific murder upends the Chicago...

Did HBO fumble the bag with that finale? Carlos returns to the episode to unpack the episode and sharing plenty of what is to come with the third season.  Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

We're back! Valencia and Amber return to the show to unpack the final episodes of Love Island USA and what the cast have been saying about the season and each other. We wrap up the show with other shows we're watching. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

I'm on a brief break but couldn't leave you with anything. Take a trip down memory lane as Khadesha and I talk about remakes, reboots, and adapatations.  In the coming weeks, I'll have episodes on The Boys, Love Island USA, Acolyte and much more! Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

We're finally talking about the show that appears to be the top of conversation for so many. That's right, Love Island USA. Valencia returns to the podcast along with first time guest, Amber, to talk about the show. Valencia questions the internet's lust for Rob, Amber shares her thoughts on the OBJ connection, plus we share who we believe will win the show, since it is a game. This is a very fun...

It's time we head back to Westeros and unpack what has happened so far in the second season of HBO's House of the Dragon. Joining me this week is Carlos who is reading the book 'Fire and Ice' which the series is based on. He shares the differences between the show and book and we get into spoilers. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

Are you ready for this supersize episode covering the latest season of FX on Hulu's 'The Bear'? Kiko returns to the podcast as we unpack each character. We talk Taylor Swift (yes), grief, and confrontations. Did you recognize that actual chef? Here's a good write up, with pictures, if you didn't catch it: Yes … Who? Here Are the Chefs Who Appear in 'The Bear.' Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twit...

The Netflix hit returns with the second half of the third season starting where the first part left off with romance of Colin and Penelope. Sonia returns to the show to discuss the show and shares we she'll no longer read the books. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

The third season of Hulu's hit 'The Bear' returns next week. Ahead of it, I am releasing our episode on the second season with Chris. But before it, I share some of the shows I'm watching: The Boys, Bridgerton, Clipped, Fantasma, Dark Matter and more. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

The third season of HBO Max's Emmy-winning comedy Hacks ends with a cliffhanger of a finale and yes we are getting a fourth season.  This week, McKenzie joins the show to unpack the ending, the show's excellent writing, and where we'd like the show to go. Stick around towards the end for the special shoutout.  Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .

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The Netflix hit returns with the first part of the third season which focuses on Penelope Fetherington and Colin Bridgerton. Sonia returns to the show to discuss the show and bring her insights from the books. Make sure to stick around for the first post-credit scene. Often, after I stop recording my guest and I talk about whatever else - this time you get a piece of insight. Follow us on  Instagr...

It's just us. This week, I talk about the current shows I'm watching. Plus, I'm hoping you're watching at least one of the same so we can talk about it. Follow us on  Instagram  and on  Twitter .