Mendel Weintraub and Rachel Olshin

The Playback Kids

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Rewatching childhood favorite films as adults, with occasional special guests!***These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.***

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Mendel Weintraub and Rachel Olshin

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SEASON FINALE: The Prince of Egypt (1998) feat. Tova Perlman 31.03.2026 1:59:44

'Tis the Season for some Exodus talk, folks! We are joined by Philly fave and dear friend Tova Perlman to discuss all things Katzenberg's Moses and her desert island movie list. Wanna get in on the fun? Check out the poll to let us know your faves. ***These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.***

Ep. 12: The Parent Trap (1998) feat. Matheus Ting 24.03.2026 2:14:34

We're seeing double this week, as we discuss Nancy Meyer's 1998 remake of The Parent Trap. Jury's out as to whether Rachel and Mendel's friendship will survive this recording...

Ep 11: Ratatouille (2007) 17.03.2026 1:48:30

Bon Appétit! We're serving EGO in this weeks episode. ***These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.***

Ep. 10: Rear Window (1954) feat. Abigail Yasgur and Joey Lipner 10.03.2026 1:44:18

In which Rachel and Mendel have a Jimmy Stewart impression-off. You decide who does it better. This week on The Playback Kids, we are joined by dear friends (and real-life couple!) Abigail Yasgur and Joey Lipner, for a special conversation about Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 thriller masterpiece, Rear Window (1954).

Ep. 9: Chicken Run (2000) 03.03.2026 1:32:05

There's nothing more determined than poultry with a plan... In this week's episode, we discuss one of Mendel's all-time favorites--Aardman Animation's story of a headstrong hen named Ginger and her plot to free herself and her fellow chickens from the diabolical Mr. and Mrs. Tweedy's farm.

Ep 8: Spirited Away (2001) feat. Penina Beede 24.02.2026 1:59:59

Pro Tip: Don't eat hot food from an abandoned "theme park" . ***These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.*** Follow Penina Beede: https://www.instagram.com/realpenina/?hl=en

Ep 7: Harriet The Spy (1996) 17.02.2026 1:51:36

Golly! These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 6: The Emperor's New Groove (2000) feat. Ezra Kurtz 10.02.2026 1:35:28

No llamas were harmed in the recording of this episode. Special guest: Ezra Kurtz These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 5: Spy Kids (2001) 03.02.2026 1:18:02

Rachel and Mendel talk all things Cortez and Floop. These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 4: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) feat. Aliza Small! 29.01.2026 1:58:11

It's a pirate's life for Mendel, Rachel, and special guest Aliza Small. These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 3: Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (2007) 20.01.2026 1:55:42

Dustin Hoffman plays an eccentric toy store owner, Natalie Portman: his dutiful apprentice (but maybe coerced protege?). Rachel and Mendel have opinions. These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 1: An American Tail (1986) 13.01.2026 2:02:58

Pilot Episode! Playback Kids Rachel and Mendel sit down together for a fa-mouse animated classic... These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

Ep 2: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) Feat. David Quintas 13.01.2026 1:47:52

Rachel and Mendel journey to Genovia with their first guest, writer and dear friend, David Quintas. These are adult perspectives on childhood movies, so listener discretion is advised.

The Playback Kids Intro 11.01.2026 0:17

Start listening on January 13!