The Better Half

The One Where Lupita Nyong'o is a STAR!! This episode, Bradley and Carly break down the biographical historical film, 12 Years a Slave. In the first half, the hosts recap the harrowing journey of Solomon Northup, including his friendship with Patsy, and his mission to reunite with his family in New York. In the 2nd half, in a complete tonal shift, the hosts talk about the 86th Academy Awards...

The One Where Carly Hates Subtitles (lol JK, but maybe?) This episode, Bradley and Carly talk about the film that the New York Times declared was the best film of the 21st century- Parasite! In the 1st half, the hosts recap the film including all of those jaw-dropping twists and turns and the word "peach" gets way overused. In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss Bong Joon Ho's other fil...

The One Where They Don't Actually Use Any Terms of Endearment. In this episode, Bradley and Carly complete the Shirley MacLaine trilogy with the family drama Terms of Endearment. In the first half, the hosts recap the movie, and Carly fawns over all the child actors while Bradley fawns over Jack Nicholson's hot dad bod. In the 2nd half, Carly manages to find even more facts about Shirley...

The One with that Bonkers Office Holiday Party. This episode, Bradley and Carly discuss the black-and-white romantic comedy, The Apartment. In the 1st half, the hosts gush over the cutest little love story and the script's snappy dialogue. In the 2nd half, Bradley changes the tier ranking system and Carly spills on Shirley MacLaine's unique spirituality. Plus, the hosts may not be done w...

The One with Our First Guest on the Pod! In this episode, Bradley and Carly travel to the place their friendship began- Manhattan, Kansas- to discuss the boxing drama, Million Dollar Baby. Even more exciting- they are joined by their first guest, Friend-of-the-Pod, Eddy Gonzalez! In the 1st half, they recap the film, including highlighting the amazing Hilary Swank and discussing the most vile char...

The One Where, and We Are Not Kidding, a Man Rides an Ostrich. In this episode, Bradley and Carly put on their explorer hats to watch the lighthearted adventure film, Around the World in 80 Days. In the first half, the hosts discuss Passepartout's wild antics and unbelievable facial hair. In the 2nd half, Bradley shares about that time he matched with a Flat Earther on Tinder. Plus an excitin...

The One where Charlie Sheen is Kinda Hot??? This episode, Bradley and Carly are serving up a recap of the Vietnam war drama, Platoon. In the first half, the hosts discuss this stacked cast, the duality of hot men, and Bradley highlights the film's light homoeroticism. In the 2nd half, Carly wonders where all the women are in this film and announces her spin-off podcast series. Finally, the re...

The One where It's Not Really Oliver Singing. This episode, Bradley and Carly dive deep into the movie musical adaptation of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. In the first half, learn what happens when Oliver dares to ask for more and how he finds community in a criminal organization. Plus, the co-hosts make sure to spotlight the only prominent female character, Nancy and the only prominent do...

The One with All the Bubbles (and bubble butts!). In this episode, Bradley and Carly break down the very first Best Picture Winner- the 1927 silent war drama Wings. In the first half, the hosts recap the film, including all of Mary's antics, the famous bubble scene, and THAT kiss! In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss the first academy awards and the surprising connection to Taylor Swift. Plus f...

Join Bradley and Carly as they embark on the ultimate passion project. In this episode, Bradley and Carly discuss their origin story, what they mean to each other, why they are starting a podcast, and what listeners can expect from future episodes.  Follow us on Instagram @thebetterhalf_pod