Sisters Who Saga: A Sci-fi/Fantasy Recap Podcast

The siblings are excited to embark on their first sci-fi journey together as they begin their recap of the Netflix show Black Mirror , Season 6. Episode One ( Joan is Awfu l) brings viewers on an awful journey in multiple dimensions with an involuntary participant. Cringe along as the sibs discuss the downfall and eventual redemption of a regular Jane, or in this case, Joan. Don’t miss commentary...

It’s time for the final recap of season 2 of “Shadow and Bone,” “No Funerals.” The siblings laugh at the ridiculousness of the Darkling still trying to shoot his shot with Alina after everything that’s happened, their hearts break for Kaz when he finally tells Inej how he feels and she turns him down, and they do their best impression of what Alina was thinking in that final shot. They wonder if “...

This week, the siblings cover the penultimate episode of Shadow and Bone season 2, “Meet You in the Meadow.” MK rubs it in everyone’s faces that she always knew Nikolai loved Alina, they discuss the fact that you can respect bitches you also hate (bitch in question: Fruszi played by Rachel Redford), and MK and Libby drool over Tolya during his four-against-one fight scene.  At the end, Teddy talks...

In the latest episode, Sisters Who Saga (and their brother) recaps episode 6 of "Shadow and Bone" season 2, “Ni Weh Sesh (I Have No Heart).” The siblings love how Baghra makes Mal her errand (bitch) boy the entire episode, they debate the possible reasoning behind The Crows’ hallucinations, and they wonder what kind of “boning” is needed for Mal to pass his amplifier power to Alina.  Thi...

This week, the team recaps the fifth installment of “Shadow and Bone” season 2, “Yuyeh Sesh (Despise Your Heart).” They discuss how Alina’s comical seduction of the Darkling reminds them of Jasmine seducing Jafar in “Aladdin,” Teddy teases his buddy cop fanfic about him and Mal, and Libby shares that she may be into the Darkling now that he has been knocked down a few pegs.  In the “What Has Encha...

In this episode, the siblings recap “Shadow and Bone” season 2 episode 4, “Every Monstrous Thing.” They discuss the chemistry between Alina and Nikolai, debate Kaz’s motivation behind his dismissal of Inej, and Libby reminds us not to sleep on the poet-loving Tolya, played by Lewis Tan. At the end, Libby shares her review for Netflix’s “The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die,” aka Uhtred Son of Uh...

In our latest episode, the gang discusses season 2 episode 3 of “Shadow and Bone,” entitled “Like Calls to Like.” The siblings revel in the romantic scenes between Wylan and Jesper and Inej and Kaz, Libby admits that Kaz’s escalating ruthlessness is working for her, and MK shares her Six of Crows book knowledge, as she is currently reading it for the second time. At the end of the show, Libby shar...

“Imagine if he had had a therapist, the whole fold would never be there.” - Libby on the Darkling This week the siblings discuss the second episode of the sophomore season of “Shadow and Bone," entitled "Rusalye." They wonder if they may be spotting some chemistry between Alina and Sturmhond (aka stroopwafel), they gush about the awesomeness of each Crow member (a pastime that will...

The siblings kick off their coverage of the Netflix fantasy series "Shadow and Bone," diving into the newly released second season, and giving a short (and possibly confusing) recap of the first season. Watching the first season is highly recommended to give context for this season's shenanigans with Alina/Mal and the Crows. A few important things are discussed including: Are all pir...

“He’s eternal, bitch.” An actual line from the finale of Disney+’s “Willow.” In their final recap of season 1 of “Willow,” the siblings who saga let loose on the series that has let them down at almost every turn. Ted’s sass levels are at an all-time high, MK questions whether or not the series might be a spoof, and Libby volunteers to drink the Wyrm’s evil liquid just to stop watching the episode...

Hey, Sisters Who Saga fans, WHERE YOU AT? Let’s wrap up Disney’s Willow Season 1 with as much humor and wit as we can! The long-awaited recaps for Episodes 7 and 8 are out now! We will make it through this … we swear! No, but really, it’s been a fun show to watch and a delight to have Willow back in our lives. We’re grateful for the joy. And the cheesy magic. And the cringe-worthy dialog...

“Dirt makes you hotter and everyone knows that,” is just one great insight from this week’s episode of Sisters Who Saga. The crew unfortunately had a technical issue and lost the audio for the recap of episode 5. But worry not! They do a quick overview of the 5th installment of Disney+’s “Willow” at the top of this episode. They then dive into episode 6, discussing the purpose of Christian Slater’...

The siblings are back from winter break and ready to discuss Willow episode 4, “The Whispers of Nockmaar.” Things get spooky as Willow and his crew attempt an exorcism and drama unfolds in Queen Bavmorda’s castle. This episode gives a lot of backstory on the Crone and Bavmorda’s villain journey which will most certainly be useful in the journey going forward. We also catch a glimpse of the Immemor...

The siblings are back from holiday break to cover episode 3 of "Willow." They also ask the important questions, like "Is Willow a great sorcerer?" "What is a canker?" and "Can an episode be a filler episode if characters die?" In the final segment, MK and Libby discuss the second season of "White Lotus" and Libby explains why the new adaptation of "Dangerous Liaisons" on STARZ deserves the second...

Sisters Who Saga (and their brother) continue their coverage of the Disney+ series "Willow." They get caught up on Sorcha's possible ulterior motivations, revel in Willow's continued comedy gold (Warwick Davis), and wonder what audience the show was intended for.  Then the siblings discuss what has enchanted them this week, including Trevor Noah's Netflix special "I Wish You Would," the cinem...

The siblings begin their journey recapping the new Disney+ series "Willow" starring Warwick Davis. Magic, adventure, and "the power of friendship" abound in the first episode of this much-anticipated show. Let the cheesy, 80's inspired fantasy story of a brave wizard and his Gen Z counterparts begin!  Enchanting recommendations this week include the documentary "Val," the Amazon series "The W...

Sisters Who Saga (plus their brother) recap the 1988 film “Willow” in our latest episode. This cult classic features silly 80s humor, a (mostly) shirtless Val Kilmer in his prime, and the cutest ginger baby of all time. For what has enchanted them this week, MK implores everyone to watch the Peacock show “Vampire Academy,” Libby shares her love for “The Serpent Queen” on Starz, and Ted explains wh...

Tune in as the siblings wrap up their House of the Dragon Season 1 journey with a recap of the season finale, "The Black Queen." There is much to debate and ponder over the next year or two (or three?) until Season 2 premieres. But one thing is sure - it's going down! In this epic final episode, we get a true sense of the complex motivations behind the war that is to come. None as sad as the loss...

Listen in as the saga siblings review House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 9 entitled the Green Council.  With Viscerys gone, chaos breaks loose as the Greens scramble to crown Aegon before the Blacks realize the seat is up for grabs. A search for the reluctant king reveals many unsettling truths: Aegon's disgusting proclivities and favorite pastimes, Aemond's hidden desire for the Iron Thron...

MK flew out of town this week on dragonback, so Libby and Ted recap HotD episode 8 without their Gen Z counterpart. But don’t worry, she sends letters by owl throughout the show to share her wisdom from afar! The elder siblings discuss who should lead Driftmark, the importance of legacy, and the tragic death of a second son who just couldn’t keep his mouth shut. They cheers to Paddy Considine as h...

Sisters MK and Libby continue their recap of the first season of House of the Dragon and Episode 7 entitled “Driftmark” does not disappoint. Back by popular demand, Brother Ted provides the recap again this week. Everything really is better when you have someone to mansplain it for you, right!? The plot thickens as House Targaryen and House Valyrian are brought together for Laena’s funeral at Drif...

The sisters let their brother Ted try "the art of recapping" on for size in this new episode covering House of the Dragon, Season 1 Episode 6 entitled "The Princess and the Queen." They discuss the episode as best they can, despite a 10-year time jump which leaves much to be desired in terms of plot holes and character development. But the new, aged-up cast brings their A-Game to help make the tra...

The sisters are excited to head to Westeros this week to cover the royal wedding of Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen and Laenor Velaryon. Blood will be spilled, the King will faint, the Queen will wear GREEN, and Daemon will wreak havoc ... but, by the Light of the Seven, the couple will be married by the end of the episode!  Brother Ted is back again to help discuss all of the fun wedding drama,...

In this episode the sisters have chosen to recap an episode about incest with ... their brother! Woops! How were they to know House of the Dragon Episode 4 "King of the Narrow Sea" would be so messy? They power through the discomfort and dive deep into the most intense episode of the season. They discuss the male gaze (or in this case, the female gaze), the proper term for a whore house (sex worke...

Things get real crabby as MK and Libby discuss House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3 entitled "Second of His Name." Brother Ted helps mansplain a few things with some valuable backstory while sharing a story or two of his own. Listen on to learn which of the three has their own homegrown fantasy epic that is still to be published, and enjoy as they all work through things they should really be wo...