What We’re Watching

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa and Jayden are kicking off our brand new Directed By series   starting with one of the greatest filmmakers of all time: Steven Spielberg. With Spielberg's name back in the cultural conversation and multiple films on the AFI 100 Greatest American Movies list, they wanted to take a deep dive into the work, the craft, and the legacy of the man behind...

In this episode of What We're Watching, Alisa and Jayden are embracing all the summer vibes as they count down their Top 10 Summer Watches. Before diving into their seasonal favorites, they catch up on what they've been watching lately, including a discussion of this summer's blockbuster, Disclosure Day. From classic summer picks to new discoveries, this episode is packed with recommendations to a...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden discuss the new era of reality TV and Hulus growing influencer-driven reality space. They break down whether influencers make compelling reality stars, if social media fame can sustain a series, and what this shift means for the future of reality television.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden celebrate their 50th episode by sharing their Top 50 Movies of All Time 25 picks each From endlessly rewatchable favorites to unforgettable storytelling achievements, they break down what makes these films so special to them. This episode is a celebration of the films and moments that continue to stick with them long after the credits roll.

Happy Mothers Day! In this episode of What We're Watching Podcast , mother-daughter duo Alisa & Jayden discuss some of their favorite mother-daughter relationships in TV and film. They share their top five picks and talk about what makes a compelling mother-daughter duo so fun to watch on screen. Plus, they dive into the dynamics, drama, and emotional moments that make these relationships so m...

In this special Lets Go to the Movies edition of What Were Watching , Alis and Jayden share their thoughts on the latest films they caught in theaters. From the buzz around Michael to the highly anticipated return of The Devil Wears Prada 2 , they break down what worked, what surprised them, and what didnt quite live up to the hype. 

In this episode,  of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive into the AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies listbreaking down their favorites, a few picks theyre not so sure about, and the films theyre excited to watch next. Of course, they kick things off with what theyve been watching lately, including Jaydens first tackle on the list with The Godfather, plus thoughts on the new rom-com You, Me an...

In this weeks episode of What Were Watching, we kick things off with our thoughts on The Drama and the conversations it sparked for us. Then we get into a fun debate: which actors and actresses are long overdue for an Oscar win, and which rising stars we think are future Oscar winners. From industry veterans to fresh faces, were sharing our picks and making our predictions for who could take home...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive back into one of horrors most iconic franchises as they gear up for Scream 7. From the original Scream to the latest installment, theyre breaking down every movie in the ultimate Scream rewatch. They recap each film, share their favorite Ghostface moments, and revisit the twists, reveals, and characters that define the series. Plus, they...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden turn their focus to the art of cinematography, inspired by a historic momentthe first woman winning Best Cinematography at the 2026 Oscars. They kick things off by recapping some of their top moments from this years ceremony, from standout wins to unforgettable highlights. Then, they dive into what makes cinematography so powerful in storytel...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Jayden shares his thoughts on The Bride, a new reimagining inspired by the classic monster story of Frankenstein's monster and The Bride of Frankenstein. Meanwhile, Alisa continues shares her watchlist and finally checks out The Invisible Man. To celebrate Women's History Month, Jayden and Alisa also rank their Top 10 Leading Ladies in Filmhighlighting the ac...

In this rewind episode of What Were Watching, were bringing back a conversation in honor of Womens History Month. Alisa and Jayden talk about the women who make them laughfrom scene-stealing sitcom stars to stand-up queens and sketch comedy legends. They dive into the careers and impact of some of their favorite women in comedy.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden kick things off by catching up on what theyve been watching lately, including two new films, Crime 101 and How to Make a Killing. This conversation leads Jayden asking: Are we officially in the era of the lovable criminal? From there they dive into their Oscar predictions, sharing who they think will win and which films will dominate this awa...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden discuss the new season of The Traitors, sharing their thoughts on whats working, whats surprising them, and why this show continues to be one of the most entertaining reality competition shows out now. They also have some fun fantasy casting who they would love to watch play the game.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden kick things off by catching up on what they watched this week, including The Smashing Machine, which leads into a conversation comparing it to Marty Supreme as those are the two most recent individual projects from the Safdie brothers. From there, they dive into their Top 10 favorite Black films, pulling from childhood nostalgia picks to crit...

In honor of Black History Month, Alisa and Jayden explore the history of Black Cinema from early race films to modern pioneers shaping the industry today. They highlight the creatives who paved the way for Black directors, writers, actors, and storytellers. Before diving in, they catch up on what theyve been watching, from the intense survival thriller Send Help to the heartfelt superhero origin s...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden talk through the latest Oscar-nominated movies theyve been watching before jumping into the 2026 Oscar nominations. From history-making moments to shocking surprises and snubs, they give their thoughts on what stood out.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Jayden is joined by her fellow Marvel watch partner, Xavier, to rank their top five Marvel TV shows on Disney+. From standout storylines to unforgettable characters, they break down what works, what doesnt, and which shows truly deserve a spot at the top.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden continue their Oscar Watch by breaking down the Golden Globes winners and what this might mean for Oscar nominations. They also dive into how marketing, awards campaigns, and industry buzz influence nominations, wins, and which films seem to be gaining momentum.

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive into all things awards season as they look ahead to the 2026 Oscars. They break down what made the official shortlists, share their predictions for who they think will land nominations, and react to the Critics Choice Awards winners and what those wins could mean for Oscar night. Plus, they discuss what theyre most excited to watch in 20...

On the Lets Go to the Movies edition of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden head back to the theaters to break down The Housemaid. But first, they catch up on what theyre watching, including the iconic cult classic Harlem Nights and the offbeat comedy Its Florida, Man. Along the way, the conversation turns into a bigger question: Are there really any true movie stars left?

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden finish off their Harry Potter rewatch series, diving into the Deathly Hallows Parts 1&2. They break down the biggest hot takes, sharing their favorite moments and characters, and finally ranking all eight Harry Potter movies. But before they had into Hogwarts on last time, they kick off with What theyre watching. Alisa shares the new movies s...

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden start by catching up on what they watched this week, from the Amazing Race finale to a conversation about Sophie Thatchers career as Alisa breaks down two recent films she appeared in, Heretic and Companion. Then they dive back into the Wizarding World as Jayden finally gets to talk about her favorite Harry Potter film, the Half-Blood Prince....

In this episode of What Were Watching, Alisa and Jayden dive into Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix as the series takes its darker turn. They break down the prophecy that shifts everything, confront the true villain of the franchiseDolores Umbridgeand relive the emotional weight of this chapter in the wizarding world. They also share what theyve been watching lately and how theyre kicking...

In this episode, Alisa and Jayden celebrate Thanksgiving the only way they know how by diving into everything theyre watching. But, this episode is extra special because for the first time ever, theyre joined by their family, who share what theyre watching and drop their own must-watch recommendations. Think surprise opinions and unexpected favorites. And of course, Alisa and Jayden discuss their...