Episodes
At long last, Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” is being discussed. We know you were all waiting desperately to find out how this film held up. Weren’t you? Starring Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson, Michael Keaton, Denzel Washington, and Keanu Reeves, this 90’s interpretation is remembered remarkably fondly by little Lisa and Pauline. Especially given they had no idea what it was about. Is it worth rewatch? Let’s find out!
Published 04/26/24
Welcome back friends! It’s time for another Triviasode - huzzah! This week Lisa has picked the mystery film and it is very much a “Lisa movie”. Pauline is guessing and *gasp* could this be the one where she can’t figure it out? Only one way to know. Pour yourself a favourite beverage, tune in, and have fun answering trivia along with the sisters.
Published 03/06/24
Groundhog Day. The 1994 comedy-fantasy with Bill Murray and Andy McDowell. Arguably one of the (still) most quoted movies in the Brunnen household - right up there with My Cousin Vinny and A League of Their Own. This film, NOT appropriate for kids, was on all. The. Time. One of IMDb's top 250 movies of all time. But does it hold up?? Listen to our latest episode to find out what we think!
Published 02/14/24
It’s Triviasode time again! Yay! And this time Pauline has picked the perfect February film. A comedy classic that was watched by all the Brunnens on repeat and quoted incessantly. Will Lisa guess it before the episode’s end? Of course! Will there be banter and tangents before then? Absolutely! So, what are you waiting for? Hit play and enjoy!
Published 02/03/24
Who’s in the mood for a Christmas movie? Anyone? Excellent because this week the sisters are talking about the sequel to one of the biggest Christmas blockbusters ever - Home Alone 2: Lost in New York! Is it worthy of its predecessor? Is it as hilarious as Pauline and Lisa remember from childhood? Well…best to tune in and find out.
Published 01/19/24
Happy holidays listeners! This week the sisters are getting in the Yuletide spirit with a Christmas Triviasode. Lisa has chosen a childhood favourite film, but how long until Pauline figures it out? Well, considering there are only so many Christmas classics left to choose from…not long. But that won’t stop Lisa from trying to muddy the waters with some confusing and random trivia. Tune in and find out what we’re watching this week!
Published 12/20/23
Cue the triumphant music, the sisters are back and are completing their review of the original Star Wars trilogy! It is finally time to hear Pauline’s thoughts on her favourite childhood Star Wars film: “Return of the Jedi” and Lisa is so ridiculously excited. Did child Pauline actually understand the plot of this one? Does she have any favourite scenes? Will the entire episode revolve around ewoks? Tune in friends and find out!
Published 12/08/23
It’s game time everybody! Whoo-hoo!This week Pauline has chosen our mystery film and Lisa has to try and guess what it is. Will she guess it in record time? Maybe. Will the sisters go off on random tangents? Of course! Is it a film that will shock and an astound you? Who can say? Tune in and find out!
Published 11/21/23
A long time ago, on a podcast far far away…two sisters returned to their respective closets to record a full-length episode. That’s right, we’re back everyone! And we are talking about an iconic film this go around: “Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back”. But how do Pauline and Lisa actually feel about this middle Star Wars film? Does Pauline even remember it? Is Lisa blinded by nostalgia? Will rants and tangents abound? Listen to find out!
Published 11/10/23
It’s trivia time! And it’s Lisa’s turn to pick the movie, woo-hoo! No doubt many of our pop culture savvy listeners can already guess our mystery movie from the title of this week’s Triviasode, but how long until Pauline figures it out? With Lisa doing her best to throw her sister for a loop, it might take longer than you’d think! So strap in and join the sisters for another banter and tangent filled episode.
Published 09/06/23
Well. It’s the first of many episodes to come. Star Wars: A New Hope is our movie this week. And what a movie!! The movie that started it all. What do the sisters think about this iconic film now, after over three decades since their first of many viewings? A great question! Listen now to find out if this one holds up!
Published 08/30/23
The sisters are back! And to celebrate their long-awaited return Pauline has chosen one of the ultimate blockbuster films ever made. How soon until Lisa figures it out? And how many random tangents can the two sisters go on before the episodes end? You’ll have to listen and find out!
Published 08/13/23
Who’s up for another 90’s comedy? The sisters are! Kind of. Pauline and Lisa are back and they are talking about 1995’s “Father of the Bride: Part 2”. Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Diane Keaton, this comedy was a favourite for the sisters when they were little. Pregnancy? Midlife crises? Random hijinks? How could it not be hilarious? Well…better listen and find out. If nothing else, the Brunnen banter will be top notch!
Published 07/16/23
It’s the best time of the week again! (Drumroll, if you please?) That’s right, it’s Triviasode time! Time for Lisa to ask Pauline random trivia and see if she can figure out the 90’s sequel that is the chosen movie of the week. Is it sweet? Check. Sappy? Check. Silly? Check. Is it a good movie? Eh…probably not. But that won’t stop the sisters from having fun! Tune in and find out what’s in the VCR this time.
Published 06/19/23
The sisters are back! Huzzah! Life has quieted down just enough for the two of them to finally release their “Remember the Titian’s” full episode. A feel-good sports film starring Denzel Washington, this movie was beloved by the sisters. Even Lisa, whose idea of a good sports movie needs to involve horses for her to care. But after 23 years is this movie as good as Pauline and Lisa remember it? And will it be one they recommend? Tune in and find out!
Published 06/09/23
We’re back!! And Pauline is bringing us back with a bang! Her and Lisa adored this one, and the quotes will be coming fast and furious this week, let me tell ya! Listen now to find out what we’re watching this week!
Published 05/26/23
Update:we’re still off this week. Why? Because Life’s got a twisted sense of humour. This time Pauline is sick and until she’s recovered we won’t be able to record. We hope to get back to our usual fun and games (and wonderful repartee) soon!
Published 05/17/23
It’s happening! The sisters are back and they’ve dragged Kevin along with them to talk about 2002’s “Lilo & Stitch”! A movie that Pauline did not watch growing up but that Kevin and Lisa (the perpetual child) definitely did. How do the trio feel about the movie after the rewatch? Is at as wonderful as they remember/hope? And how hyper will Lisa be now that she’s recovered from being home sick alone for a week? Put on your favourite Elvis record and tune in to find out!
Published 05/05/23
Lisa’s movie of the week is one our younger brother, Kevin, loved! This is why he’s on the pod this week!! Can Pauline FINALLY beat a guest in a Triviasode?? Or is she doomed to lose another round? Also, Kevin has NO IDEA who Roger Ebert was. Anyone else feel super old?? Listen now to find out other fun facts you didn’t know!
Published 04/28/23
It’s happening! It’s finally happening! The sisters are talking about the hilarious and Brunnen beloved “My Cousin Vinny”. Starring the hilarious Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei (in an Oscar-winning performance), this 90’s courtroom comedy is quoted constantly by Pauline and Lisa and they are both so happy to finally talk about it. Is it worth the rewatch? Yes. You know it’s yes, that was spoiled in the Triviasode, but that just makes the episode all the more fun! So tune in and enjoy!
Published 04/26/23
A minor delay all! Nothing serious, but our next episode will be late by a day. Never fear, the sisters shall return tomorrow with their trademark banter ready and raring to go!
Published 04/19/23
Ok. This is one to watch before the full episode. There’s no question. Spoilers will happen. Quotes will be shared. Laughter will ensue. You better believe that this movie that Pauline FINALLY picked is a good’er.
Published 04/14/23
We’re back! And this week Pauline and Lisa are discussing the romantic dramedy, “Sabrina” starring Harrison Ford, Julia Ormond, and Greg Kinnear. Yes, this 1995 movie really was watched by the sisters when they were kids. Not only did they watch it, they LOVED it and rewatched it constantly when they were young. Is it still compelling? Does it hold up now that they’re adults? How did Pauline sit through a movie without a single action scene? Tune in to find out!
Published 04/13/23
Easter messed us up!!
Published 04/12/23