The Girl and The Gay Movie Podcast

This month, in celebration of Beckys 40th 🤫 We have chosen films from 1986. And buckle up, because this week we flew straight into Top Gun … and may have regretted not ejecting 🤭 In this episode, we take on this 'iconic' blockbuster and question...almost everything!! So come along and enjoy the ride as we break down this 80s classic.

We are now halfway through Schitts Creek tv show, and each season just gets better and better. This is the turning point where this quirky fish-out-of-water comedy starts to reveal its heart. From the Roses finally putting down roots to career detours, romantic missteps, and unexpected personal growth, Season 3 deepens the show’s emotional stakes without losing its signature humor.

In this chilling episode, we dive into Final Destination: Bloodlines , the newest chapter in the franchise where fate is hereditary—and Death has unfinished business. After a shocking premonition saves a family reunion from a catastrophic disaster, the survivors quickly discover that escaping the moment was only the beginning!

In this episode, we head back to the little town with the big heart—Schitt’s Creek—to unpack everything that makes Season 2 such a turning point for the Rose family

In this chilling episode, we venture deep underground to unravel Neil Marshall’s claustrophobic horror masterpiece. We explore how the film blends tension with creature-driven terror, grief, trust, and survival, and discuss why its suffocating atmosphere still unsettles viewers today!

In this episode, we dive into the hilarious and heartwarming beginnings of Schitt’s Creek ! Once a picture-perfect wealthy family, the Roses lose everything and are forced to relocate to a rundown town they once bought as a joke

This week we bring you a mini bonus episode on Stranger Things Season 5, episodes 1-4. obviously our little chat contains SPOILERS!! So if you have not watched it yet, please come back and listen when you have!

This week, we take a dark detour into the twisted woods of West Virginia with the cult horror hit Wrong Turn. From its gruesome kills to its grimy atmosphere and iconic inbred cannibals, this early-2000s slasher left an unforgettable mark on horror fans—and maybe made us all think twice about road trips. We also apologise as we couldn't edit this episode (blame Becky), so apologies for some of the...

In the gripping season finale, Joyce and Hopper journey into the Upside Down to rescue Will before it’s too late. Meanwhile, back in Hawkins, the kids prepare for a final confrontation with the Demogorgon. Lives are changed, sacrifices are made, and the battle between ordinary and extraordinary reaches its emotional climax.

Back again for 'movies we hate' month, and from Jays choices, you picked this. So come join us as we delve into all the reasons to dislike this movie, and maybe some surprises along the way.

This week we are joined by Greg from You Gonna Eat That Crust podcast to talk all about the penultimate episode of Season 1!

This month is 'movies we hate' month, and out of the films Becky polled, you guys picked this one! Join us to discuss this much loved movie and talk about the animation, those creepy characters and the soundtrack. We also have a special extra added in from our friend (and huge fan of the film!) Skelly!

Grab your Eggos and tune into the latest episode of Stranger Things! Tensions rise and secrets unravel as the Hawkins gang become more entangled in the mysterious goings on. We discover that Steve is a d*ck after all (and so are his friends), Eleven may have more of a past than we thought, and Dustin is just always right!

Buckle up, adventurers! This week we're heading back to the sands of ancient Egypt (and 1933 London for a hot minute) as we dive into The Mummy Returns . We’re talking about undead love triangles, ancient reincarnations, very sketchy CGI, and the world's most chaotic double-decker bus chase. Plus, we ask the important questions: Was Alex charming or just plain annoying? Did Imhotep deserve better?...

This week we dive into episode 5, the one with the weird name. But don't worry, it does get explained...by us! 🤣 This episode brings fall outs & make ups, guns & baseball bats, flashbacks and more gooey holes!

In this special episode of The Girl and the Gay, we turn our attention to the silver screen’s most memorable fashion moments. From timeless classics to one hit wonders, we revisit iconic movie outfits and put them to the test: do they stand the test of time, or should they be left in the past? Expect laughs, hot takes, and maybe a little too much passion about sequins and questionable fashion choi...

As the town reels from the shocking discovery of Will’s body, Joyce refuses to believe her son is gone, convinced he’s still reaching out from somewhere beyond

We have another guest joining us this week, Andy, and he has chosen the horror classic that is Candyman. Say his name five times and Candyman comes buzzing in—hook first, questions later. This isn’t just any urban legend, it’s a chilling mix of gothic score, powerful folklore, and enough bees to make you rethink picnics forever. We’re serving scares, superstition, and a soundtrack so haunting it’l...

The mystery in Hawkins gets darker (literally) as Christmas lights become communication devices, secrets bubble up at Hawkins Lab, and poor Barb… well, let’s just say her pool party takes a terrifying turn. In this episode, we’ll break down the biggest moments—from Joyce’s string-light showdown to Mike, Dustin, and Lucas making their first real connection with Eleven.

This week we are joined by Marc, co-host of the YouRun Podcast to talk about his chosen film...Pontypool. Forget zombies munching on brains— Pontypool is here to eat your words, literally. This Canadian cult gem serves small-town radio drama realness, where the deadliest weapon isn’t a chainsaw, it’s the English language. Tune in as we discuss a unique story, some crazy racism and a shock-jock her...

We are back in Hawkins this week, and talking about episode 2 of Stranger Things, season 1!

This week we sink our fangs into The Lost Boys - the ultimate 80s cult classic where leather jackets, ripped jeans, and way too much hairspray meet glittery vampires with killer style. We are joined by Sammie & Paul from the Nerdy up North podcast, and we gush over the fashion, swoon at the glam-goth vibes, and celebrate a cast so epic it defined vampire cool for a generation.

Grab your Eggos and hop on your bike — we're diving back into Hawkins, Indiana! In this episode, we rewatch Stranger Things Season 1, Episode 1: "The Vanishing of Will Byers" . Join us as we meet the gang, freak out over the first flickers of the Upside Down, and revisit all the 80s nostalgia we love. We're laughing, theorizing, and fully geeking out like it's 2016 all over again. Whether you're a...

Ready to unleash some mischief? This week on The Girl and the Gay Podcast , we’re diving into the wildly entertaining world of Despicable Me — where villainy is adorable, minions are basically chaos agents, and Gru’s heart is maybe bigger than his plans for world domination. #minions #despicableme #moviepodcast #animationmovies #talkingmovies #stevecarrell #minionsmovie

We made it to the end, folks — and we’ve got  thoughts . In this finale episode of our  Safe  deep dive, we unpack  Episode 8  of the twisty Netflix thriller by Harlan Coben. The mystery is solved, the drama is dialed up, and we are  emotionally exhausted  (in the best/worst way). Join us as we: •Break down the big reveal (was it worth the wait?) Ask the real question: did anyone in this neighborh...