Episodes
Scarlett Johansson just filed a lawsuit against Disney, claiming that they misled her in regards to the theatrical release of her movie Black Widow. This fight is taking place not only in the courtroom but the press as well with the two sides going back and forth. This week we go over what has been said, how we got here, and whose side we are on. We also share our thoughts on Blood Red Sky (Netflix), Shiva Baby (HBO Max), and Zach shares some personal news.
Published 08/03/21
Published 08/03/21
The delta variant is now the dominant COVID-19 variant in the US. It accounts for 83% of US cases of coronavirus and is about 60% more contagious than the first variant. Fortunately, the research shows the vaccine is effective against this strain, unfortunately, not enough people are getting the shot. This week we talk about the reasons for vaccine hesitancy, its effect on the current pandemic, and the best way to help convince more people to get shots in arms. We share our opinions on season...
Published 07/27/21
Marvel just wrapped up their third new series on Disney+ and not only has it been the most successful, but it may also be the most impactful. This week we break down what we liked about the series finale of Loki and what it means for the story going forward (29:40). We also share our thoughts on the latest Marvel movie to come out and how Black Widow fared after a long delay in the theaters (6:30). And finally, we talk about Space Jam, the sequel that nobody asked for (18:45).
Published 07/20/21
Sara is going to Hollywood (is that still a thing?). Sara's latest book (out from Random House in March 2022) just got optioned to become a TV show. How did it happen? Where can you watch it? Are we moving to California? We try and answer all those questions (18:30). Plus we talk about a couple of new shows we loved on HBO - Starstruck (3:15) and Betty (9:40).
Published 07/13/21
Movies are back. F9 has made $500 million at the box office and this week we do a spoiler-free discussion about the movie (8:30) as well as the new Amazon Prime movie, The Tomorrow War (24:40). Then we discuss the new NCAA ruling that lets players get paid (33:20).
Published 07/06/21
Our baby boy is about to turn two. To mark the occasion Zach is joined by the official wife of the pod to talk about the milestone, some of the biggest differences between a one-year-old and a two-year-old, and what we did when faced with our toddler-sized challenges(21:20). We also share our thoughts on a couple of great TV shows: Hacks (14:00) and We Are Lady Parts (7:10). And Sara gives some exciting updates for her new book (2:50).
Published 06/29/21
Despite having the best record in the Eastern Conference the Sixers are out of the playoffs. This week we talk out our feelings a day after being knocked out. We are also joined by Conor Reilly to discuss the latest cheating scandal to rock baseball, Father's Day, as well as two new movies on Disney - 'Luca' and 'Raya and the Last Dragon.'
Published 06/22/21
This is the most dramatic news to come out of The Bachelor franchise: Chris Harrison has officially exited the Bachelor Nation. This week we talk through everything that went down, and what the show could look like without Harrison (23:50). We also share our thoughts on In The Heights (6:00) and Bo Burnham: Inside (13:35)
Published 06/15/21
Mare of Easttown was a big hit for HBO, with three million people watching the finale within the first 24 hours. That doesn't include the people who watched it a day later, who will watch it after all the buzz, or during the Emmys. This week three Philly locals talk about their thoughts on the finale and the season as a whole. We also share our thoughts on The Conjuring 3, Plan B, and season 3 of Shrill.
Published 06/08/21
The long-awaited Friends reunion is finally out. This week we talk not only about the reunion special on HBO Max but the legacy of the popular show. We also discuss Amazon buying MGM for $8.5 billion and what that means for Jeff Bezos and James Bond.
Published 06/01/21
It's been months since the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol that left 5 dead and 140 police officers injured. Last week a bill to establish a commission tasked with investigating barely passed the House, and may not pass the Senate. Meanwhile, at least 400 people who participated in the assault have been arrested and charged with very few people taking plea bargains despite thousands of hours of video proof. This week we discuss why calls for further investigations are being ignored and the...
Published 05/25/21
Everything old again is new - high wasted jeans, your interest in Disney, and now Bennifer. Not only have Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez been spotted going to lunch together, but they also flew to Montana for a long weekend. Is this a reason to celebrate or is it all a PR move? We discuss that and share our thoughts on The Woman In The Window, Tom Clancy's Without Remorse, and more.
Published 05/18/21
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier was one of the most popular TV shows during its six-week run. But much like 'WandaVision' before it, the ending does not land. Is this something we can expect from all future Marvel TV shows? This week we break down the whole show, what worked, what didn't, and what we hope will change when 'Loki' starts. Before that, we share our thoughts on 'Tenet' which is now streaming on HBO MAX, and 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines.'
Published 05/11/21
The NFL draft is usually a time when teams are looking to the future, in Green Bay fans were worried their past may repeat itself. How bad is the situation between the Packers' front office and Aaron Rodgers? We discuss that and try and come up with solutions for that situation as well as a terrible Oscars show. We also share our thought on the latest Mortal Kombat movie.
Published 05/04/21
The Oscars have come and gone. Now that it is over we can get to talking about the actual best movies of the year. This week we are joined by friend of the show, Brit Harsh, to talk about our favorite movies of 2020.
Published 04/26/21
Last week the former "Bachelor" star Colton Underwood came out as gay on "Good Morning America." This week we discuss the reaction by the public, Colton's past, and the new Netflix reality show chronicling his journey We also share our thoughts on the movie Bad Trip and the Oscar-Nominated film The Father.
Published 04/20/21
Once the most sought-after player in the league, Deshaun Watson is now facing 22 civil lawsuits filed by massage therapists who have accused him of sexual misconduct during sessions. This week we talk about what we know, what's been alleged, and what the response has been. We also share our thoughts on the Netflix movie Concrete Cowboy and the Amazon Prime show Invincible. 
Published 04/13/21
Two big fights happened last week. In one, a slimy lizard faced off against an American Titan and the other was Godzilla vs Kong. This week we discuss the DOJ investigation into Matt Gaetz violating federal sex trafficking laws. We also share our thoughts on the latest HBO MAX release as well as Murder Among the Mormons and Pieces of a Woman.
Published 04/06/21
Feel like you're watching less news in 2021? You probably are. News consumption is down significantly, with CNN losing almost half of its primetime viewership since Biden took office. And while you may like the feeling, newsrooms are scrambling with what to do. This week we talk to a former sports anchor and reporter from Rochester about the state of local news and he catches us up with all things Buffalo while we lament the state of the Eagles. We also share our thoughts on Promising Young...
Published 03/30/21
The fans were asking for it, and it's finally here. All four hours of The Snyder Cut have been released on HBO MAX. So is it worth your time? This week we have someone who said Zack Snyder's Justice League was good and someone who disagrees. And at the end a special celebration of life and flashback to when Zach asked his Grandma for some advice on the radio.
Published 03/23/21
People across London and the world are mourning the killing of Sarah Everard. She is the 33-year-old marketing executive who disappeared in South London while walking home earlier this month. Her death has led to protests and anger over gender violence and how it is treated in every part of our society. This week we are joined by Andrea Duffy, the host of Crime and Cookies, to talk about the case, how she handles harassment in public spaces, and how men need to do better. We also discuss the...
Published 03/16/21
Our time in Westview has come to an end. Did the series live up to the hype and fan speculation from across the internet and is that how the show should be judged? This week we talk about all things 'WandaVision' and share our thoughts on 'Coming 2 America', 'The United States Vs. Billie Holiday', and more!!!
Published 03/09/21
Last week the internet decided that Mario was the greatest video game character of all time. This week we try and assemble a team of the five best characters to come from our favorite consoles. Who will prevail? Listen and tell us who you think has the best squad. We also share our thoughts on I Care A Lot and the HBO MAX series Love Life.
Published 03/02/21
A lot of traveling this past week. Carson Wentz is headed to Indianapolis and Ted Cruz couldn't resist a trip to Cancun while Texas dealt with freezing storms and rolling blackouts. This week we talk about how these trips got booked and the ramifications felt at home. We also share our thoughts on the new movie Nomadland and Netflix's most popular show, Bridgerton.
Published 02/23/21