What's It About?! Film Podcast

Please excuse the audio. This was our first time recording together in-person, and we had limited audio equipment available. However, don't let that stop you from experiencing this INCONCEIVABLE conversation about true love, subverting expectations, and MARWAGE. New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday morning! Please, like an...

It's one of the most iconic films of all time, full of memorable moments of triumph, great one-liners, and also some valuable life lessons. 1984's THE KARATE KID continues to be an influential film to this day and the teaching of Pat Morita's Mr. Miyagi still ring true. Join us in our discussion of mindfulness, philosophy, and kick-ass karate talk. New episodes of the What's It Abo...

Through the trees we found a horror gem that has received a recent resurgence in popularity, 2009's JENNIFER'S BODY . With a story revolving around a teenage co-ed succubus, you better believe we talk about sex, toxic relationships, misogyny, and what exactly are our "needs" as human beings? New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Po...

Not everyone gets a second chance. Not everyone gets to be the hero. For those of us who have felt like we fall outside of the margins and relegated to watching on the sidelines constantly underestimated, the 2000 sports comedy THE REPLACEMENTS is the movie for us. This movie may not win any awards, heck, you may completely forget all about it after listening to this episode, but for just more mom...

It doesn't matter how fast you drive, you can't escape the consequences of your decisions. Who decides when a punishment is enough? Where's the line that if crossed, can't be come back from? In our discussion of the 2017 Edgar Wright action film BABY DRIVER , we see a young man who's trapped by the circumstances of his life, forcing him to do some bad things. He tries to drown...

If you're on the hunt for a fun show, then my dear, you've found it as today we're discussing the Clark Gable/Katharine Hepburn starring comedy BRINGING UP BABY (1938) . Much like Susan Vance, this episode was very chaotic. There's some crazy audio in here, but we decided to just roll with it. It kind of feels right for this film. A leopard can't change it's spots, and neit...

Well shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit! Join us in our conversation about the 2013 Jason Bateman-directed black comedy BAD WORDS . It's a f***ing good time as we discuss the power of words, the beauty of language, and Meaghan's traumatizing Spelling Bee story. Sticks and stones may be able to break your bones, but words can hurt too. New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on S...

Once upon a time, there was a podcast where three well-meaning people talked about movies and how they make them feel. This is that podcast! Join us fo rour first fan-requested episode where we discuss the 1998 fairytale reimagining EVER AFTER: A CINDERELLA STORY . We're were surprised by what we were able to pull out of this movie and maybe you'll be surprised too! New episodes of the Wha...

We are so psyched to have RACHYL LAGRONE (@muralsbyloba) joining us today to talk about one of her favorite movies, the woefully undiscovered indie hit, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON (2019). Don't worry, you're all invited to this party! New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday morning! Please, like and share this episode if yo...

Near... far... wherever you are, you should join us for today's discussion about one of the highest-grossing films of all time, TITANIC (1997)! In this episode, we discuss not only big social issues like classism, sexism, and social toxicity but also topics on a more personal level, like impostor syndrome and learning to let go. We do lose Meaghan for a bit at the very end of the episode, but...

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode contains a discussion about the topic of abortion. If you would like to skip this portion of the episode here are the timestamps for that conversation: 1:28.27 - 1:46.00 No one puts the What's It About?! Film Podcast in a corner! This week, we're talking about DIRTY DANCING (1987), an era-defining classic! As fun and steamy as this film can be (which it REA...

In today's episode, we're joined by first-time special guest, DAVID RATLIFF , who brought us a hilarious 90s gem to celebrate and close out pride month. That movie is THE BIRDCAGE (1996) . A movie that reminds us whether we're gay or straight or somewhere in-between, WE ARE FAMILY! New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Fri...

This week we're taking a trip up to rural Appalachia to trek into the woods of self-esteem, prejudice, and comedic gore as we discuss TUCKER & DALE VS. EVIL (2010). New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday morning! Please, like and share this episode if you enjoyed it! And if you dig the podcast, why don't ya give us a...

Today is indeed a happy day as we are joined by Nashville comedian MIRIAM KIRK to discuss her favorite film, SISTER ACT 2: BACK IN THE HABIT (1993) ! This Whoopi Goldberg starring film from our childhoods brought up feelings of hope, joy, passion, and purpose. Don't miss this joyful epsiode! New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every F...

If you have time to spare, join us in our discussion of the 1996 Farrelly Brothers sports comedy, KINGPIN (1996) . This zany if not a bit sophomoric bowling road trip film inspired conservations surrounding shame, self-sabotage, confidence, and a bit of dumb, gross-out humor sprinkled in. New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday m...

If movies have taught me anything, magic is anything but practical, but in this 90s cult classic, it seems to be pretty useful. Whether it's to rid ourselves of grief, to find our true loves, or just to make us breakfast in the morning, we've all wished for magical powers at some point in our lives, but is it all as simple as it seems? Today we explore these thoughts and more as we ask the...

Come and get your love this week as we discuss the MCU surprise smash success, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (2014) . In this episode we discuss the different ways we mask our trauma in our day-to-day lives as well as the importance of support systems and finding your tribe. New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday morning! Please, like...

At some point in our lives, we've all wanted to escape. We wanted to get away from whatever it is that's currently causing us woe. But eventually, we learn that the inverse isn't always so much better. Running away from our fears and shame only further isolates us and keeps us away from those that we love. In this episode, we are once again joined by friend of the show, IAN MAULDIN, to...

Welcome to the What's It About?! Film Podcast, we hope you enjoy your stay with us as we discuss the Oscar-winning Wes Anderson film, THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL (2014) . In this episode, we explore themes of stories and memories, hospitality and servitude, kindness, and the human social contract. So take off your shoes, maybe slip into a hot bath, and let us provide our podcast service to you! N...

Let your soul shine and see what it illuminates. In our conversation of the 2007 adaptation of Neil Gaiman's STARDUST , we discuss what it feels like to be truly seen by another, the warm, fuzzy feeling of a nourishing love, and exactly how hot IS Michelle Pfeiffer?! New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast are posted on Spotify and Apple Podcasts every Friday morning! Please, li...

Who knew an animated film prominently featuring two adorable robots could bring us to tears? And though these two characters barely even speak, the film manages to say so much about capitalism, environmentalism, and strangely enough, human connection. It reminds us that even through the haze of all the issues of the world, there is still something worth finding and that it only takes a moment to b...

We can't all be math prodigies with the world at our fingertips, but we all have things that hold up back. What fears, traumas, and baggage are we carrying around with us that are dragging us down? I'm not quite sure, but I guess I gotta go see about a podcast. Join us for this episode as we discuss the 1997 Oscar-winning film, GOOD WILL HUNTING. New episodes of the What's It About?! Film Podcast...

*TRIGGER WARNING* Our discussion dives into some potentially triggering subject matters including; drug addiction, SA, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. In truth, what is there to hope for in this life? Do our goals and dreams really even matter at all? And is it actually more dangerous to have dreams than to not? In perhaps one of our most reflective and existential discussions to date,...

Is it fate that we find ourselves talking about SLEEPLESS IN SEATLE (1993) this week, or is it just a culmination of a series of random events strung together that eventually arrive at a result? Well... we don't really have an answer for that. However, there are times in our lives with things just seem to coalesce to point us in some direction. You can either follow that or let it pass you by,...

**TRIGGER WARNING** We had chosen to watch JOHN WICK (2014) before this tragedy took place on March 27th, 2023. After we'd heard about the shooting in Nashville, we considered postponing this episode, but instead, we decided to use this film in order to discuss some of the things we are feeling about in this sad time. However, we understand that watching and discussing a movie that includes so...