Handbag Marinara: A FRIENDS Podcast: Recent Episodes
Elizabeth Brunetti & Heather Deyrieux
The One Where They Talk About FRIENDS! Lifelong besties Elizabeth and Heather make their way through every episode of FRIENDS, sipping on signature cocktails that match the theme of that week's episode! (Can you say Mockolate Martini?) We talk food, fashion, life, and everything in between!
Rachel has an awkward job interview at Ralph Lauren, Joey searches for "Hot Girl" in Ross's building, and Monica competes with the Phoebe and Gary — aka the new "hot" couple. We also discuss: proper handshake technique, Love Bursts, WOW chips, and how women need to throw their hat into the ring more often!
S05 E17 - TOW Rachel’s Inadvertent Kiss
Signature Beverage: Sex on the Playa: Sex on the Beach Margarita http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/sex-on-the-playa-sex-on-the-beach-margarita
Screen shots and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e17-tow-rachels-inadvertent-kiss
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00:08:45 - Is it Ralph LauREN or Ralph LAURen? Either way, we love the brand!
00:20:15 - Missing people immediately, and Love Bursts!
00:41:15 - WOW chips and Olestra!
00:55:00 - Ladies. Go. For. The. Job.
Joey dreams about Monica and thinks he’s in love with her, Phoebe finds a police badge in Central Perk and uses it to do “good deeds,” and Ross buys a couch and has to “pivot” a few times to try to get it upstairs. We also discuss: sharing jammies, a Friends/Jane Pauley crossover, NYPD Blue, and interesting uses for a tape measure.
Signature Beverage: Pivot! Color-Changing Cocktail http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/pivot-color-changing-cocktail
Screen shots and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e16-tow-the-cop
00:06:54 - How have we never noticed the Sharing of the Jammies???
00:13:00 - Do you just randomly borrow people’s clothes? Even when you live across the hall?
00:18:15 - 298 TIMES!
00:21:37 - A Friends/Jane Pauley real-life crossover!
00:27:30 - Interesting uses for a tape measure!
00:31:14 - Scary one-way streets!
00:32:50 - Relay dive into NYPD Blue references!
00:49:00 - Where are our extended-episode versions of FRIENDS??
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Ross doesn’t make a good first impression with his new neighbors. Chandler freaks out about his relationship with Monica. Joey is dating a girl who playfully punches him—and it hurts! We also discuss: misogyny as a literal punchline, Punky Brewster, Sex and the City crossovers, and PRINCIPLES.
Signature Beverage: Punchy Brewster http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/punchy-brewster
Screen shots and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e15-tow-the-girl-who-hits-joey
00:14:30 - Let’s all take a moment to appreciate the beauty of Soleil Moon Frye!
00:14:46 - Deep dive on Punky Brewster!
00:19:48 - Toe dip into the “bread and salt” housewarming tradition!
00:23:48 - The new Sex and the City reboot coming to HBOMax soon!
00:34:48 - SNUGGLES! The NOOK!
00:39:22 - Deep dive on “Rockafeller Skank”
Prom dance sequence from She’s All That https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4mQmoD72tc
“Weapon of Choice” music video with Christopher Walken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCDIYvFmgW8
00:44:34 - Two name tags! Get your own shirt on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/listing/946318956/funny-ross-geller-name-tag-shirt-dr
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When Phoebe finds out about Mondler, she and Rachel decide to mess with Chandler and Monica, despite Joey’s desire to come clean. Meanwhile, Ross vies for Ugly Naked Guy’s apartment. We also discuss: Naked Ross, Sweden, Hugsy the Penguin, and proper perfume application.
Signature Beverage: Naked Ross: Blueberry Muffin Martini http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/naked-ross-blueberry-muffin-martini
Screen shots and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e14-tow-everybody-finds-out
00:04:15 - One more reason to get the DVDs: Naked Ross!
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00:24:32 - A special shout-out to our #1 fan in Sweden, Katta, with some fun facts about Sweden!
00:31:50 - Duck Tales-sized bags of quarters!
00:44:35 - It’s the deleted scene of Naked Ross!
00:46:13 - Walking through perfume clouds!
00:54:42 - Taylor’s on TikTok!
S05 E13 - TOW Joey’s Bag
Phoebe's grandma dies, Rachel gives Joey a "man's bag" for his audition, and Chandler doesn't want to tell Monica that she gives the best worst massages ever. We also discuss: clothes horses, toxic masculinity, and Virgin Cola.
Signature Beverage: Checkout Counter Strawberry Yogurt Cooler http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/checkout-counter-strawberry-yogurt-cooler
Recipes, screen shots, and more at http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e13-tow-joeys-bag
00:08:10 - A factoid about the term “clothes horse!”
00:11:00 - Near-death experiences!
Many Lives, Many Masters https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Masters-Prominent-Psychiatrist/dp/0671657860
00:14:00 - Let’s trust the experts!
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00:19:05 - PBJ cocktails!
00:25:00 - We know them like the back of their heads!
00:28:00 - NO IS A COMPLETE SENTENCE!
00:40:00 - Bob Balaban (Frank Sr.) was in The Mexican!
00:42:10 - Just because you don’t understand something doesn’t make it wrong!
00:47:40 - Shirt sleeves with holes for your thumbs!
00:55:35 - Phoebe has good boundaries too!
00:56:40 - Virgin Cola! And Cloudy Lemon!
Monica learns about Chandler's "work laugh" and quickly decides she can't stand it. Ross dates Janice after he learns that Emily's getting remarried. Rachel tries to get Monica to confess about Mondler.
Recipes, photos, and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s05-e12-tow-chandlers-work-laugh
Signature Beverage: Nutter Butter http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/nutter-butter
00:05:00 - A deep dive on peanut butter!
Turning peanuts into diamonds! Geo-researchers making diamonds out of odd materials, including peanut butter
00:20:20 - A deep dive on the Louisiana Purchase!
00:33:20 - Elizabeth’s never seen You’ve Got Mail!
00:44:18 - Confrontation actually works!
00:48:25 - The Furby craze of 1999!
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S05 E11 - TOW Alll the Resolutions The gang all make New Year’s resolutions, with varying degrees of success. Ross’s resolution memorably crashes and burns when he straps on a very tight pair of leather pants. We also discuss: the joy of hearing the characters say our names, David Schwimmer’s phenomenal physical comedy, and the boiling point of brain.
Signature Beverage: Nutty New Year’s in the Big Apple http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/nutty-new-years-in-the-big-apple
00:00:45 - Should this entire episode be labeled #PrimeSchwimmer?
00:15:20 - Ross and Chandler say “Elizabeth” and it makes Elizabeth SO HAPPY
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00:20:25 - Elizabeth’s “Anyone on the Avengers is on My Laminated List” streak is going strong, and most definitely includes Tom Hiddleston
Very Hot YouTube Clip of Tom Hiddleston doing accents while getting fitted for a suit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6YN5tDAVW4
00:28:00 - The fantastic physical comedy from David Schwimmer while Ross is in Elizabeth’s bathroom
00:35:15 - Did “She’d look good in a burlap sack” start with Marilyn Monroe? https://timeline.com/marilyn-monroe-wore-a-potato-sack-dress-after-being-insulted-b72647d54521
00:42:10 - Would Ross’s leather-pants fiasco be an automatic dealbreaker for you?
00:46:15 - Angry pants-slamming is a common occurrence in Elizabeth’s house, to this day
00:47:25 - Elizabeth’s deep-dive into the boiling point of brain
00:49:42 - Heather’s weekly plug for Sarasota
S05 E10 - TOW the Inappropriate Sister
Signature Beverage: Fireball!
Ross’s boredom from his forced sabbatical leads him to interfere with Joey’s free time, too. Rachel finally starts dating Danny, but his inappropriate interactions with his sister have her worried. Phoebe volunteers to take holiday donations, but quickly learns that people “don’t respect the bucket.” We also discuss: actors we can’t stand to watch, Elizabeth’s awkward encounter with a Disney celebrity, and Ross’s latest Codependency Red Alert!
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00:07:05 - Heather insists that the only food that technically “expires” is baby food!
00:10:00 - Elizabeth schedules herself like a retired person, Heather schedules herself as if idling for a moment means certain death
00:20:45 - A little background about actress Talia Shire
00:21:30 - Elizabeth can’t do Sylvester Stallone
00:22:45 - Heather can’t do Elijah Wood
00:25:25 - A little background on actor Lee Arenberg
00:26:30 - Side story about an awkward encounter that Elizabeth had with a Once Upon a Time actor
00:30:54 - CODEPENDENCY RED ALERT!
00:36:15 - A little spackle lesson
00:41:45 - Danny and his sister are inappropriate simply because they’re being rude; everything else is icing on the inappropriate cake!
Ross’s rage over the loss of his Moist-Maker sandwich has some serious consequences. Monica and Chandler are getting sloppy about their secret romance, forcing Joey to take the blame for several embarrassing incidents. Phoebe invites Rachel to take a literature class at The New School, but Rachel doesn’t take the class seriously. We also discuss: fur collars, Joey’s terrible turtleneck, the recipe for the perfect Moist-Maker, and Oprah’s fantastic Vogue cover.
S05 E09 - TOW Ross’s Sandwich
Signature Beverage: Cotton Candy Martini http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/cotton-candy-martini
00:01:00 - YouTube video of raccoon and cotton candy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfbb4yRBH64
00:05:45 - Friendly’s Limited Edition Rockin’ Poppin’ Cotton Candy Ice Cream! https://www.instacart.com/products/21097466-friendly-s-ice-cream-premium-rockin-poppin-cotton-candy-1-5-qt
00:17:35 - Ross’s meltdown over his sandwich as an example of how the pandemic has broken all of us!
00:20:20 - A quick breakdown of The New School in NYC
00:25:20 - Monica’s terrible party outfit has mutated into a terrible turtleneck on Joey!
00:27:18 - How many throw pillows do you own?
00:35:10 - We make our Official Moist-Maker Plan
00:37:08 - Oprah on the October 1998 cover of Vogue
00:39:12 - We hatch the plans for the FRIENDS Book Club
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S05 E08 - TOW All the Thanksgivings
After a delectable Thanksgiving meal, the gang sit around Monica and Rachel’s living room and reminisce about some of their least favorite Thanksgivings from the past. Chandler is reminded that he called Monica fat when they were younger, and Monica dons a giant turkey on her head to try to cheer him up. We also discuss thongs (both the underwear and footwear variety), the origins of Thanksgiving, the problematic jokes surrounding Fat Monica, and our first glimpse of sweet potato stuffed pumpkins.
Signature Beverage: Happy Thongsgiving: Tropical Fall Cocktail http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/happy-thongsgiving-tropical-fall-cocktail
00:06:45 - Everyone except Joey is wearing velvet!
00:10:30 - Thong Thoughts
00:16:55 - Phoebe’s Civil War Thanksgiving was a year too early
00:18:50 - Dan Aykroyd’s portrayal of Julia Child on SNL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSxv6IGBgFQ
00:34:20 - This episode is massively triggering for Elizabeth, as a Fat Woman
00:36:30 - Y’all, there are SWEET POTATO STUFFED PUMPKIN fixings on the counter!
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00:49:30 - Why did Ross ring the doorbell at his own house?
00:56:10 - Nosfera-tool is back!
00:59:20 - A mysterious Magna-Doodle message
01:00:24 - The turkey dancing scene is what made Elizabeth think that when someone asks for space, what they REALLY want is for you to be cute and make them laugh!
01:04:24 - Does this count as Chandler’s first “I love you”?
S05 E07 - TOW Ross Moves In
Ross moves in with Chandler and Joey — and quickly wears out his welcome. Phoebe dates a health inspector who keeps shutting down their favorite restaurants. Rachel plays dating games and fakes a regatta gala with Danny, their new neighbor. We also discuss swim cover-ups as cardigans, “He’s Just Not That Into You,” and vividly describe Ross’s “quiet down” hands.
Signature Beverage: See You Ladle http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/see-you-ladle
00:09:05 - Why is Phoebe wearing a swim cover-up as a cardigan?
00:12:10 - Are people better at flirting when they’re not actually trying to flirt?
00:17:54 - FRIENDS meets “He’s Just Not That Into You”
00:20:34 - Why didn’t Ross move in with Monica, or at least store some of his stuff at her (larger) apartment?
00:24:40 - Can an off-duty health inspector shut a restaurant down?
00:29:00 - For the Love of Air Purifiers
00:37:43 - An inclusion-minded description of Ross’s “quiet down” hand gesture
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S05 E06 - TOW the Yeti
Ross adapts to Emily’s evolving ultimatum, Monica and Rachel inadvertently “fog” their new neighbor, Danny, and Phoebe receives a furry family heirloom from her birth mom. We also discuss Liza Minelli’s fashion aesthetic, the Space-Time Continuum, and debate whether or not Danny is a psychopath.
Signature Beverage: Waffle Martini http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/waffle-martini
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00:07:30 - What is it with these weird shrunken head/African mask things on the guys’ wall?
00:13:25 - Is this the same fur coat from Seinfeld?
00:16:05 - Our first Nubbin Alert in quite a while!
00:25:00 - Deep dive into Liza Minelli’s fashion aesthetic
00:29:00 - Surface dive into the Space-Time Continuum
00:32:50 - Guest star George Newburn https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0627624/?ref_=tt_cl_t9
00:46:35 - The Great “Is Danny a Psychopath?” Debate
S05 E05 - TOW the Kips
Mondler takes their first trip, Ross tries to tell Rachel about Emily’s ultimatum, and Joey makes a very surprising discovery. We drink Rolo Martinis, wonder how Monica didn’t notice Joey’s survival kit under her bed, learn a few factoids about Otis Elevators and the Taj Mahal (hotel), and Heather forever ruins hotel rooms for us.
Signature Beverage: Rolo Martini
00:07:20 - DaMASK or DAMask? Either way, Monica’s wearing a damask skirt…
00:09:32 - ZaBAR’s or ZAbar’s? Either way, Rachel’s been shopping there…
00:11:15 - How would clean-freak Monica not notice a random box under her bed?
00:17:04 - Did Disney cartoons influence Elizabeth’s taste in men?
00:21:19 - Heather ruins hotel rooms for the rest of us forever
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00:30:00 - We deep dive into who the heck “Mugsy” is
00:40:20 - A few factoids about Otis Elevators, the Taj Mahal, and one of the many reasons we don’t trust Donald Trump
Wikipedia article about the former Trump Taj Mahal (now the Hard Rock Hotel)
00:49:07 - We make a Kip Continuity Catch!
01:05:00 - TWO old tech alerts: Blockbuster video cases AND an old-school cable box!
SPOILER ALERT
In this bonus bourbon bonanza, we break down our favorite moments from the FRIENDS reunion special that was just released on HBOMax. (So if you haven't seen it yet, save this episode for another day!)
FRIENDS has meant so much to so many of us, and the reunion special captured that! Join us as we discuss surprise guests, heartwarming moments, exciting revelations, and everything else about the HBOMax FRIENDS reunion!
aka TOW the Great Selfless Good Deed Debate
S05 E04 - TOW Phoebe Hates PBS
Signature Beverage: Cookie Monster: Milk and Cookies Boozy Milkshake
00:00:35 - “C Is for Cookie” and other Sesame Street memories
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00:10:20 - Ray Liotta definitely looks like he wants to kill you
00:13:50 - Wrinkle-free fax paper really is a thing
00:18:05 - Our favorite Monica phase! She’s happy, she’s wearing bright colors!
00:22:45 - The Great Selfless Good Deed Debate
00:52:00 - Why is Emily trying so hard when Ross clearly has feelings for Rachel?
00:56:40 - A chicken-chip-fueled tangent
Wilde Chicken Chips
01:00:35 - Phoebe taught Elizabeth how to say “god dammit” without actually having to say “god dammit”!
America’s Test Kitchen Chocolate Chip Cookies (Note: You need a subscription to access the recipe.)
01:08:35 - Heather has tried the “We owe it to sex” line on several occasions with great success!
There’s so much going on in the FRIENDS universe, we had to deliver another of our Bonus Bourbon Bonanza episodes! We’re lovingly nicknaming this one “Party Fowl” because it somehow developed a chicken-centric theme! Today, we talk about World Central Kitchen’s feature on the latest episode of Top Chef, Courteney Cox’s recipe for Perfect Baked Chicken, the new FRIENDS Lego set (the APARTMENTS!), and then we wildly speculate about what we think will happen during the upcoming FRIENDS reunion on HBOMax on May 27th!
Elizabeth’s drinking: Angel’s Envy
Heather’s drinking: Daviess County Bourbon
Wilde Chicken Chips
00:04: 42 - World Central Kitchen was featured on Top Chef!
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00:10:27 - Courteney Cox featured her Perfect Baked Chicken recipe on Instagram!
00:12:19 - There’s a chicken shortage in the U.S.!
Food and Wine magazine’s coverage of the chicken shortage
KFC’s $30 fill-up bucket
00:16:40 - The new FRIENDS LEGO set: the APARTMENTS!!
00:22:00 - THE FRIENDS Reunion is finally coming to HBOMax on May 27th!
aka TOW Three Babies and a Kidney Stone
S05 E03 - The One Hundredth
Signature Beverage: Champagne!
00:00:45 - We’re drinking champagne in celebration of the hundredth episode!
00:14:12 - How weird would it be if we just randomly announced to people that we love FRIENDS?
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00:20:00 - A chicken salad break-down
Elizabeth’s recipe for Grandma’s Chicken Salad
00:31:15 - The culmination of our Dr. Oberman Trio
00:34:25 - Doogie Howser! Teeny tiny Neil Patrick Harris
00:37:08 - Deep dive into kidney stones
00:42:05 - The bodily functions that Elizabeth can’t handle
Wanna see Fonzie play the bongos?
01:01:54 - David Schwimmer just has good chemistry with everyone! #PrimeSchwimmer
S05 E02 - TOW All the Kissing
Signature Beverage: Besame Ouzo http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/besame-ouzo
00:05:00 - Elizabeth explains our Signature Beverage
00:10:45 - An iconic Mondler scene: the bathtub!
00:12:45 - Have you ever tried to hold your breath for as long as Monica goes under the water?
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00:24:45 - We’ve entered Long-Haired Ross Season, y’all! #PrimeSchwimmer
00:43:44 - OMG IT’S RACHEL’S STRAPLESS YELLOW DRESS
00:55:30 - Rachel gives us her “stop it!” that Elizabeth uses when she loses her temper with people
S05 E01 - TO After Ross Says Rachel
Signature Beverage: Froot Loop Martini http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/froot-loops-martini
00:01:35 — A special COVID update
00:05:20 — Elizabeth tried to make a Froot Loops martini, and accidentally made a bubblegum martini!
00:08:54 — Chandler has new teeth!
00:10:45 — Elizabeth’s theory about when they filmed which scenes and where
00:22:00 — Lisa Kudrow starts wearing a wig in Season 5; she cut her hair after having her baby at the end of Season 4
00:27:35 — The joy of gnawing on a cold piece of steak, right out of your hand
00:43:12 — Couples who publicly demean each other … what are your thoughts?
00:54:00 — The perfection that is … the Grand Gesture
aka TOW Ross Ruins His Own Wedding
S04 E24 - TOW Ross’s Wedding (Part Two)
Signature Beverage: Interlude http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/interlude-champagne-and-cointreau
00:04:40 — Apparently, this episode wasn’t very well received in the UK; they saw it as mocking British culture
00:08:40 — Dame June Whitfield, our first guest star of the episode!
00:10:50 — Which Interlude is the right Interlude?? Either way, the one that’s still open offers a 14- and 18-course menu!
00:13:15 — Jennifer Saunders and Tom Conti, our next two British guest stars!
00:19:15 — Jane Carr, our fourth British guest star, does a phenomenal job as the ticket agent at the airport
00:28:20 — Elizabeth HATEs pranks and April Fools Day!
00:31:05 — Our fifth guest star — Olivia Williams
00:37:15 — The BIGGEST news (aside from Ross’s flub at the altar — MONICA AND CHANDLER SLEPT TOGETHER!!
00:39:35 — Hugh Laurie is here, and our sixth British guest actor!
00:52:00 — The saga of Emily’s Ever-Changing Empire-Waist Wedding Gown
00:59:05 — We break down Emily and Ross’s wedding song
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S04 E22 - TOW Ross’s Wedding (Part One)
Signature Beverage: London Calling http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/london-calling
00:02:07 — Lisa Kudrow gave birth the day this originally aired
00:07:00 — Elizabeth is a Monica when traveling; Heather has a very different approach
00:11:35 — Heather is a veritable Mary Poppins with her giant bag chock-full of possibly necessary items
00:15:17 — We really wish Ross had respected Rachel’s “No” sooner
00:17:45 — Do you kiss non-lovers on the lips?
00:21:05 — We reminisce about visiting London and emphasize how great it is to WALK there
00:23:15 — The cast and crew stayed at the London Marriott, Grosvenor Square — great location! (Note: Elizabeth misspeaks and says Fortnum & Mason is on Oxford Street; the location she was thinking of is the Piccadilly Street location)
00:38:10 — We love how the construction workers are gingerly placing the bricks into their wheelbarrows so as not to make a sound!
00:39:05 — Deleted Scene Number One: Chandler and Joey sightseeing in London (we see a little of this in the closing credits)
00:40:00 — WESTMINSTER ABBEY, BABY! Elizabeth’s loving tangent about how awesome it is
00:48:15 — Deleted Scene Number Two: Monica’s getting fitted for her bridesmaid dress; she and Emily discuss postponing the wedding.
00:54:40 — Richard Branson’s cameo role
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e23-tow-rosss-wedding-part-one
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S04 E22 - TOW the Worst Best Man Ever
Signature Beverage: Teaquila Party http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/teaquila-party
00:04:55 — We finally say buh-bye to Bonerz
00:07:40 — Do you remember Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk and Stomp?
00:12:20 — A very problematic message on the MagnaDoodle
00:17:00 — A tequila-fueled tangent about bachelor parties and wedding showers
00:20:48 — Baby showers - especially painful for the childfree
00:23:00 — The blue dog painting is back, and Heather has figured out exactly which blue dog it is!
00:25:45 — ZIMA! The malt beverage addition to the clear craze of the mid-90s
00:33:25 — Would Phoebe really want leather pants?
00:39:55 — Bachelor party decor; some makes sense, but we don’t understand the underwater creatures…
00:44:42 — Props to the acting commitment of Dinosaur Dude #1
00:56:05 — HR alert! Chandler invited the stripper to his office?!
00:58:00 — Monica and Rachels’ outfits gave Heather a stroke
01:00:35 — Why do people in TV/movies boil water when someone is about to give birth?
01:02:05 — What “book” did Phoebe mean for them to get?
01:04:10 — Matt LeBlanc completely breaks after a funny Ross moment
01:05:50 — We calculate what the stripper’s income would’ve been back then, and adjust for inflation to figure out what it would be now!
01:13:08 — The DVDs have a completely different hot close than the network version — and it includes Emily!
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S04 E21 - TOW the Invitation
— It’s a clip show! We’re going to look back on Ross and Rachel’s relationship — and the cocktails that got us through it!
— How do writers write clip shows?
— Elizabeth’s drinking the Mockolate Martini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/mockolate-martini
— Heather’s drinking the Closure: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/closure
— Chandler and Joey’s plan to “do something big” reminds us that we’re all creating a ripple effect, even if we don’t do anything “huge” with our lives
— Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? We think so!
— Emily’s completely supportive of Ross inviting who he wants. Go Emily!
— Aviation cocktail: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/2018/6/24/s01-e01-the-pilot-aka-the-one-where-monica-gets-a-roommate?rq=pilot
— Blackout cocktail: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/2018/6/25/s01-e07-tow-the-blackout
— Black Forest Martini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/2018/6/25/s01-e05-tow-the-east-german-laundry-detergent
— The Fiery Shemptini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/fiery-shemptini
— The Waxini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/waxini
— Montauk Iced Tea: 18 Ounces Front and Back!: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/montauk-iced-tea-18-ounces-front-and-back
— The Great “Green vs. Greene” Debate!
— @everyfriendsoutfit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyfriendsoutfit/
— The Nutty Cheerleader: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/nutty-cheerleader
— Even if we’re totally happy, totally okay, we all have nerves from previous relationships that get hit sometimes
— Birthday Cake Martini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/s01-e23-tow-rachel-finds-out
— Blood Orange-O Tutti: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/s02-e01-tow-rosss-new-girlfriend
— Cran-Apple or Cran-Grape?: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/cran-apple-or-cran-grape
— Floopy Flower Margarita: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/floopy-flower-margarita
— Blingy Best Bud-tini: https://www.handbagmarinara.com/blog/blingy-best-budtini
— It would take a lot of work to have the courage to go to an ex’s wedding and be happy for them
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S04 E20 - TOW All the Wedding Dresses
Signature Beverage: Wedding Cake-tini http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/wedding-cake-tini
— Blowing a raspberry is a mental palate cleanser, but it can be off-putting to bystanders
— Joey’s suddenly snoring
— Elizabeth’s contingency plan if Joe starts snoring, inspired by “The Crown”
— Joey wears several Hawaiian shirts throughout the series, but this one is definitely his most “dad-ish”
— Rachel does chores exactly how Elizabeth does: procrastinate as long as possible, then start working as soon as someone’s coming down the hallway
— Rachel needs NAMI
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— The proper “spelling” of a raspberry (according to Elizabeth) is “PPPLLLGGGHHH!!!”
— How weddings can be built around the style of wedding dress
— Let’s examine (and speculate wildly about the reasons behind) the divorce rate in the U.S.
— Sleeping in the buff really is the best way to sleep!
— How an outfit change (or a bit of lipstick) can totally change your mood
— What woman “menstruation starts” on their calendar?
— Rachel and Gunther’s outfits are the same as last week, so we’re thinking that since this is such a long plot point, some of the scenes got moved around in post-production
— Early-bird dinners are Elizabeth’s favorite!
S04 E19 - TOW All the Haste
Signature Beverage: Morning’s Here http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/mornings-here
— Another reference to Chuck Mangione!
— Ross’s fantastic T-rex graphic t-shirt
— We do NOT like Ross’s earring
— Knickers, pants … it’s all underwear
— Phoebe manges to rock Santa pants in April; she can make anything work!
— Gunther’s “ice cream shop” necktie
— Why can we only think of one Wham song?
— The “gay ear” signaling of the 1970s and 80s
— Knitting and other ASMR-ish ways to put kids to sleep
— Summarizing Flowers for Algernon
— Ross using his hoop earring to propose to Emily is a win for everybody!
— Was Jennifer Aniston’s delivery of our quote of the week inspired by Teri Garr in Young Frankenstein?
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S04 E18 - TOW Rachel’s New Dress
Signature Beverage: New Fashioned http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/new-fashioned
- We sing the praises of Drambuie
- Would a drum actually be easier to maneuver than a guitar?
- Really? Twice in 17 minutes?
- Do you suggest baby names to your friends and family when they get pregnant?
- Do we adapt to fit our names?
- How do you properly de-stem asparagus?
- How do you “en croute” food?
- Is Ross irrationally paranoid, or does he have a point? Either way, he NEEDS therapy
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- Reminiscing about the Amy Fisher / Joey Buttafuoco attempted murder case that gripped the nation in the early ‘90s
- Elizabeth gets a surprise visitor in her closet
- Chandler says there will never be a “President Joey” … we have something to tell you, Chandler!
- Joey’s child-like suspension of disbelief
- Dreaming about a Cinderalla story at QVC
- It becomes quite clear that Joshua and Rachel have no intention of eating that salmon en croute
- Matthew Perry’s dad guest stars as Joshua’s Dad!
- The CREEPY red eyes on the bust behind Rachel
- Was the name change Chandler’s plan the whole time to get Phoebe to pick his name for the baby?
S04 E17 - TOW the Free Porn
Signature Beverage: Triple Toblerone http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/triple-toblerone
- In re-airings in the UK, they edited out the images from the guys’ TV
- Ron Jeremy makes a sort-of guest appearance!
- By the way, DO NOT do a Google search to try to find out what movie this scene is from, unless you want to seem some very racy internet content!
- Are all these mentions of porn going to ruin our SEO?
- Yes, sour cream does make everything taste better. It’s the dairy equivalent of bacon!
- We (two women who have never birthed babies) speculate about whether giving birth to three babies really is similar to giving birth to one
- The purity and innocence of Frank Jr. pursuing his dream of working on refrigerators
- Our personal stories of saying “I love you” and having to wait a while (months?) for a reciprocal “I love you”
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- “Pornifying” the names of mainstream movies
- How does Joey suddenly know geography so well?
- We tweeted a GIF from this episode to Dan Rather
- Heather tells us about her experience selling Cutco knives (like Phoebe tried to do)
- The travel-time and time-of-day in NYC vs. London timelines in this episode are REALLY wonky
S04 E16 - TOW the Fake Party
Signature Beverage: Nutty Cheerleader: Cherry-Almond Margarita http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/nutty-cheerleader
00:06:41 — Nauseated vs. Nauseous, aka Street Smarts vs. Formal Education
00:09:06 — The joy of a shower beer
00:14:37 — Being REALLY skeptical of the new people your BFF dates
00:18:50 — Have you ever altered your likes or personality because of a love interest? (aka Have you ever Runaway Bride-ed?)
00:30:00 — Are we the only ones who are disappointed with Rachel’s behavior in this episode??
00:34:18 — Who knew that tying a cherry stem with your tongue would be a tie-in to Ginger with the Wooden Leg??
00:38:58 — How does Phoebe know to be so … “excited” about the potentially footy meats Joey is putting on his sandwich?
00:43:08 — Why can’t Rachel just be honest with Joshua about her crush?
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00:46:15 — We’ve never played Spin the Bottle, or any other kissing games for that matter
00:49:35 — We can FEEL Rachel’s excitement at finally having a chance to kiss Joshua
00:56:35 — We have some questions about how quickly and deliciously Joey cooked those steaks
01:05:45 — Why didn’t Rachel go for the out-the-bottom approach for taking her bra off?
S04E15 - TOW All the Rugby
Signature Beverage: Red Ross http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/red-ross
00:05:25 — 1998 non-woke gender-role-reinforcement and homophobia alert!
00:08:05 — Once again Janice proves herself to be the most mature member of the group
00:15:52 — Have you noticed this purple, be-gemmed sconce??
00:20:22 — Did Emily and Liam really date?
00:29:13 — Clearly, Monica is obsessing about this light switch because the rest of her life is in chaos
00:38:13 — Fully green and lush trees and bushes. In February. In New York City.
01:01:00 — Did that light switch stay on for the rest of the series? Otherwise how would they watch TV across the hall?
S04 E14 - TOW Joey’s Dirty Day
Signature Beverage: Phase 3 Daiquiri http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e14-tow-joeys-dirty-day
00:06:42 - A little background on Charlton Heston…
00:07:42 - …and a little background on Soylent Green
00:10:57 - The evolution of Phoebe’s style from Bohemian hippie to funky-fun is complete!
00:16:52 - Rachel’s “There it is” — an internal monologue, or a creepy observation?
00:19:10 - Where is Shropshire, really?
00:23:30 - A little background on the Three Tenors
00:24:57 - Our respective experiences with saltine crackers (and other salt-laden foods)
00:32:25 - Heather is seriously disturbed by Joey’s lack of hygiene in this episode
00:36:50 - Emily’s meltdown - would you react the way she did, or would you try to make a better first impression?
00:41:23 - An update on the number of pairs of jeans we each have (we bet you can guess who has more!)
00:46:33 - We get our first Rachel “Noooooo!!”
00:52:53 - How we used to check our messages
00:55:24 - Charlton Heston vs. Kirk Douglas
S04 E13 - TOW Rachel’s Crush
Signature Beverage: How You Doin’? http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/how-you-doin
00:00:00 — Heather sounds like she’s in a cave, but we SWEAR she’s in her closet
00:08:08 — Why didn’t Kathy give Chandler a heads up about the theme of her play?
00:12:19 — Our personal experiences with personal shopping
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00:19:30 — Would you be friends with a “Joey”? And why doesn’t he ever hit on the girls?
00:21:54 — Tracking the potential product placement deals the show had
00:25:33 — Joey opens everything … and so does Heather!
00:29:33 — Jennifer Aniston and guest star Tate Donovan (Joshua) were engaged in real life!
00:31:02 — Dear Rachel: Joshua’s ex burning all his clothes is a RED FLAG
00:34:36 — Does the “once a cheater, always a cheater” theory pan out here?
00:41:26 — Beefsteak Charlie’s!! ALL YOU CAN EAT SHRIMP!!
00:49:11 — Reminiscing about Friday nights at Blockbuster Video
S04 E12 - TOW the Embryos
Signature Beverage: Beers and Pet Peeves http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/beers-and-pet-peeves
Screen shots, recipes, and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e12-tow-the-embryos
00:04:37 — DuClaw Brewing Co came out with a FRIENDS-themed beer! Heather indulgences in coffee- and nut-flavored beers
00:11:00 — What are our pet peeves? They seem to have a common theme…
00:15:52 — Did you know that Heather gets up insanely early every day?
00:25:30 — Elizabeth’s disastrous underwear experience
00:27:11 — Proper Tic-Tac dispensing and Snackwell’s cookies
00:32:24 — Newsflash: EVERYONE has hormones, not just women!
00:40:23 — How much does IVF cost nowadays?
00:43:21 — IVF vs. adoption
00:49:49 — Elizabeth loves “Riverdance”!! https://youtu.be/FoHlrQScWl0?t=134
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S04 E11 - TOW Phoebe’s Uterus
Signature Beverage: 7 and 7 for 7
00:06:12 — Do you go to government buildings or office parks for lunch?
00:09:37 — Do people still register for china and gravy boats?
00:12:34 — How much do surrogates get paid?
00:15:47 — We are forced to mention He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named because it was in the script and because we love you guys SO MUCH
00:19:05 — Full-brand-naming of new technology, and THE Bluetooth
00:23:49 — Is it possible to recapture the Honeymoon Phase?
00:27:45 — We take a deep dive into the mastodon; when it lived, and the etymology of its name. Let’s nerd it up!
00:31:52 — Erottery! We love a good pun
00:38:58 — Oh, the things we can all learn from Dr. Seuss!
00:45:03 — WHY ISN’T CHANDLER SCARED OF THE PUPPY??
00:49:37 — Okay, so what ARE the seven female erogenous zones?
00:55:36 — No one slams a piece of clothing better than David Schwimmer
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S04 E10 - TOW the Girl From Poughkeepsie
aka TOW Joey’s Dragon, Phoebe’s Holiday Song, and Ross’s Love Train
Signature Beverage: Joey’s Personal Best: Bourbon Oreo Milkshake
00:05:09 — Any time we hear “Poughkeepsie,” we think of the Sex and the City movie scene where Charlotte Poughkeepsies in her pants!
00:08:27 — What is it about Oreos that there’s no way to gracefully consume them??
00:16:16 — Did Orson Welles peak early?
00:18:56 — What’s your favorite Burger King commercial? Heather’s is TOW the King in bed with people
00:31:24 — One of our favorite bloopers!
00:39:14 — Props Props! Restaurant supply boxes underneath the prep counter at Alessandro’s
00:48:39 — Restaurant insiders decode the dry-erase board in the Alessandro’s kitchen
00:51:54 — Ross meets the one-time character we’re going to call “Marilyn Montreal,” and Heather debunks the show’s faulty timing of the travel between Montreal and Nova Scotia
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S04 E09 - TOW They’re Going to Party
Signature Beverage: Cilantro Larry’s Bloody Mary http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/cilantro-larrys-bloody-mary
00:02:00 — Two great finds at Costco!
00:11:35 — How does such a small newspaper have the budget to send Monica and five friends out to dinner every week?
00:14:47 — Do you double-dip your peanut butter spoon?
00:17:53 — Reminiscing about the Topsy Tail
00:19:34 — Memories of The Rosie O’Donnell Show
00:34:43 — Alessandro’s cooking skills have nothing to do with his being from Lebanon
00:36:29 — Let’s take a culinary trip to Lebanon!
00:44:00 — Would you accept a promotion if it meant working with a terrible, toxic person?
00:53:11 — When you’re the only one in the group who’s tired but you force yourself to hang
00:55:29 — Heather does NOT like taking baths (aka stewing in her own filth)
00:58:05 — The Official Breakdown of Ross’s Age
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING, MARINAIRHEADS!
S04 E08 - TOW Chandler in a Box
Signature Beverage: Va Fa Daiquiri http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/va-fa-daiquiri
00:04:25 — A Not on Network moment that features a classic David Schwimmer voice crack!
00:19:50 — Extra butter, brown sugar, marshmallows … what do you put in your sweet potatoes?
00:23:19 — Where did Joey get all the boxes?
00:24:36 — Our thoughts on TVs in the bedroom
00:29:27 — We break down the origins of the phrase, “Va fa Napoli!”
00:39:20 — The story behind Rachel’s “Greek tragedy” comment
00:45:30 — If you’re wearing an eye patch, but you have a date, do you do your eye makeup on the covered eye?
00:54:20 — Would you date an ex’s son?
00:58:00 — Do you get offended if someone wants to return or exchange a gift you’ve given them?
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S04 E07 - TOW Chandler Crosses the Line
00:03:11 — is “anise” pronounced “a-NEESE” or “AN-iss”?
00:08:36 — Elizabeth’s favorite way to make eggs: low-maintenance and full of flavor!
00:14:38 — The color eggplant is the only eggplant Elizabeth cares for
00:16:38 — The NEVER SEEN ON NETWORK subplot of Rachel dining out on her own!!
00:18:10 — Dining out alone: Elizabeth says “Yay!” and Heather says “No way!”
00:29:20 — Why doesn’t Chandler remember being in a band with Ross in college?
00:34:20 — Why is Monica wearing a cross?
00:39:24 — Does Treeger know about Chick and Duck now?
00:44:28 — How long-sleeved t-shirts make great “muffles,” aka “shirt meringues”
00:55:42 — The guys do NOT have two microwaves
00:58:33 — Chandler not knowing that everyone else thought he should talk to Joey about liking Kathy is a great example of letting your loved ones make their own mistakes!
Screen shots, recipes, and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e07-tow-chandler-crosses-the-line
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S04 E06 - TOW the Dirty Girl
aka TOW Rebecca Romijn, a Velveteen Rabbit, and a Potato-Chip Rat
Signature Beverage: Mitzy Spritzy — http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/mitzy-spritzy
00:01:57 — The Ina Garten-inspired reading of our signature cocktail for the week
00:05:04 — We discuss Rebecca Romijn’s early career
00:08:12 — Heather does a deep-dive into the Cenozoic era
00:10:00 — A mind-blowing Montessori lesson
0020:52 — A crossword puzzle and sudoku geek-out
00:30:00 — Widows aren’t usually the ones handling affairs at the funeral reception…
00:34:08 — The tale of how Elizabeth was a blossoming theater geek, until a chorus teacher destroyed her dreams
00:38:31 — Is Angela DelVecchio the same Angela from Season 1?
00:57:52 — Is there an established, standard formula for Brownie Points?
Screen shots and recipes at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e06-tow-the-dirty-girl
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S04E05 - TOW Joey’s New Girlfriend
aka TOW Sexy Phlegm and Low-Key Stalking
Signature Beverage: Sexy Flame http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/sexy-flame
00:07:05 — Monica’s cute new haircut is very 1997 Drew Barrymore
00:07:48 — Rachel’s reading a book called Anthem, written by Jennifer Aniston’s real-life friend https://www.glamour.com/story/producer-kristin-hahn-reveals
00:10:23 — Will we ever be able to feel safe sneezing in public again?
00:13:15 — The Birthday Saga
00:14:46 — Enter … Kathy! Played by guest star Paget Brewster!
00:17:57 — Kathy brilliantly calling a spade a spade and breaking the ice between her and Chandler
00:22:22 — The wonder that is QVC
00:25:22 — Kathy’s overly flirtatious leg placement
00:33:24 — The Commodore 64
00:38:25 — Lisa Kudrow and Steve Carell team up for the new Space Force series on Netflix
00:46:30 — An entire scene deleted from the network version … and it involves Die Hard!
00:50:40 — Is Rachel being sarcastic when she says she’s soooo going to marry Josh?
00:55:25 — The debate about The Noble Stalker trope we see in romantic comedies https://lwlies.com/articles/the-noble-stalker
01:07:57 — How not fun it is to hear other people “canoodling”
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e05-tow-joeys-new-girlfriend
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Trigger Warning: We briefly discuss sexual assault in this episode. (We are finished with the topic by the 10-minute mark.)
S04E04 - TOW the Ballroom Dancing
aka TOW Feet Flirtin’, Dance Twirlin’, and Gym Quittin’
Signature Beverage: I Wanna Drink the Gym http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/i-wanna-drink-the-gym
- 00:05:46 — Jennifer Aniston’s “Ally McBeal” tiny skirt suit and its connection to a Time magazine cover and feminism (https://www.vogue.com/article/an-ode-to-ally-mcbeals-miniskirt-suits)
- 00:13:30 — Wouldn’t the pizza boxes that Treeger’s pushing down the trash chute just clog up the inside of the chute?
- 00:17:55 — TFW you watch a single FRIENDS DVD over and over and over again because you don’t feel like changing the disc
- 00:20:00 — Is Apartment 0 actually Treeger’s apartment, or his office?
- 00:22:20 — Rent Stabilization 101
- 00:24:21 — TFW people getting naked in a TV scene distracts you from what’s being said (Game of Thrones, anyone?)
- 00:26:27 — Heather’s Toe Ring Chronicles
- 00:33:48 — That time Heather and Elizabeth accidentally watched soft-core porn
- 00:39:08 — The joy of tushy-biting
- 00:42:45 — Is the name “Marje” cursed?
- 00:49:05 — Monica’s TERRIBLE comment
- More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e03-tow-the-cuffs
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S04E03 - TOW the Cuffs
Signature Beverage: Geller Gherkin http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/geller-gherkin
00:02:08 — Heather explains our inexplicably savory cocktail for this week
00:13:07 — Joey’s uncharacteristically clever way of describing the “activity” level in Chandler’s bedroom
00:13:54 — Chandler’s jeopardizing Rachel’s career … just to get laid
00:18:11 — Joey scraping off gum into a mug … would YOU use that mug again?
00:20:12 — Super outdated plot line: selling ENCYCLOPEDIAS DOOR-TO-DOOR
00:23:10 — Elizabeth explains the meaning of the flashback references to “unconstitutional,” “Nobel Prize,” and “Algonquin Kids Table”
00:39:10 — Why is Chandler answering Joanna’s work phone?
00:40:55 — This whole “Chandler stuck in handcuffs” plot line is pretty thin…
00:43:00 — Walkman to Discman to iPod to iPhone: A History
00:48:15 — Two Monica’s Corner moments from Penn, featuring text-pointing and page-turning
00:57:52 — “The Legend of Milton Berle’s Supposedly Giant D**k” https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/the-legend-of-milton-berles-supposedly-giant-dick
01:02:51 — Heather’s Barenaked Ladies shout-out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DbChOUotfo
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e03-tow-the-cuffs
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Our beloved friends at Parks and Recreation came together for a one-episode special this week, and they picked up right where they left off! Not only was the episode topical, heartwarming, and fun, but NBC, the cast and crew of Parks and Recreation, Subaru, and State Farm are matching up to $500,000 in donations to Feeding America through May 21!
Go here to give to the special Parks and Recreation fundraiser.
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S04E02 - TOW the Cat
EB "Good Place" Swears: 3
HD "Good Place" Swears: 0
Signature Beverage: Orange Julio http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/orange-julio
00:00:32 — What the heck happened in New York?
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00:10:11 — The writers have a weird way of reminding us that Ross has a son
00:12:48 — Heather does some excellent shopping bag-prop detective work!
00:20:39 — The absolute MAGIC of fake cat paws!
00:21:48 — Wait … is this the same cat that was on Frasier?
00:29:13 — Cutting the bottom off of fruits and veggies to give them more stability
00:30:40 — If Phoebe’s dead mom knew that she wasn’t her birth mom, why is Phoebe hiding the birth mom from her dead cat-mom?
00:40:50 — Did Joey get Tiger Kinged?
00:43:58 — Heather does a serious investigation of the make and model of Chip’s motorcycle, and whether it would realistically be his motorcycle from high school!
00:45:15 — We break down the character of Chip Matthews: High School Jock Who Peaked in 1985
00:46:38 — Back in 1997, you had to try really hard to stay in touch with high school friends (no Facebook)
00:56:13 — Once again, we tread carefully around the line between being a good friend and overstepping your role
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e02-tow-the-cat
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Signature Beverage: Montauk Iced Tea: 18 Ounces, Front and Back! http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/montauk-iced-tea-18-ounces-front-and-back
00:00:56 — What the heck is happening in the world? (aka The COVID-19 Rundown)
00:01:58 — We’re pretty sure our Montauk Iced Teas can kill any virus
00:07:09 — Our charity this season is… the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)! Donate here! https://donate.nami.org/handbagmarinara
00:09:23 — When we’re stressed, we regress!
00:11:35 — The not-so-silver lining of being a remote worker under quarantine
00:12:49 — TOW Joey Digs Himself Into a Hole and Ross Tries to Dig Himself Out of One
00:16:00 — The passion of Ross and Rachel’s reunion kiss
00:16:42 — Marinairhead Camille’s strong opinions about both Monica’s wardrobe AND Elizabeth’s being on Team Ross!
00:20:54 — The Good Place swearing rules for our NAMI donations this season
00:23:24 — The tragedy of the chain of events that led to Phoebe Jr’s life being so screwed up, when Phoebe Sr thought she was doing the right thing
00:24:52 — Oh geez, we can’t even talk about Corona beer without thinking about COVID-19!
00:27:24 — Not-on-Network moment: Joey talking about Chandler’s hot mom?
00:31:25 — Elizabeth is officially off of Team Ross
00:32:04 — The whole “does it” thing … such an unnatural way to refer to the letter!
00:35:02 — The Pacific is most definitely not the Atlantic Ocean
00:42:24 — Could you base the foundation of your re-relationship on accepting full responsibility for something you don’t actually think was entirely your fault? COULD YOU?!
00:46:04 — Ursula is THE WORST
00:47:52 — Phoebe and Ursula are sort of like the sisters in In Her Shoes
00:56:55 — The actual thing you should do if you get stung by a jellyfish
01:06:59 — Is it UMbrella or umBRELLa?
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s04-e01-tow-the-jellyfish
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S03E25 - TO at the Beach
Signature Beverage: Floopy Flower Margarita
00:03:00 - The mystery behind Chandler’s sudden affinity for Yoo-Hoo deepens
00:03:52 - We’re still fixated on the mold in and structural damage to this beach house
00:04:36 - We found a dress with the same print as Rachel’s island dress!
00:06:20 - Joey is a sandy mermaid!
00:09:02 - Elizabeth made “Good morning, nice breasts by the way” her computer greeting for years!
00:12:15 - We think Christine Taylor looks gorgeous in this episode! We discuss her battle with anorexia after the time this episode aired.
00:13:55 - The pressure women are under, exemplified by the Cynthia Nixon “Be a Lady” video
00:19:26 - The monstrous behavior of returning an ice cube tray to the freezer with only one or two ice cubes in it
00:20:28 - Does Christine Taylor have a ponytail sticking out from under her bald cap?
00:22:25 - Is Ross being superficial by being instantly unattracted to Bonnie because she’s bald?
00:31:08 - The connection that Chuck Mangione has to Elizabeth’s town
00:31:34 - Another Chuck Mangione connection to the show!
00:38:03 - We make our way through a list of the top 10 film from the summer of 1997!
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e25-part-2-to-at-the-beach
00:01:12 - The Floopy Flower Margarita!
00:05:20 - Watching this episode in your 20s vs. watching this episode in your 30s
00:09:00 - Why doesn’t anyone know the term BFF?
00:12:11 - The return of Momica
00:14:21 - Save the gorillas! Donate to The Ellen Fund now!
00:19:10 - The joy of huge floppy beach hats
00:21:50 - OH, THE MOLD! THE MOLD!!
00:22:00 - Props Props: Water Line on Furniture!
00:23:56 - It’s Teri Garr!! Let’s all go watch Young Frankenstein!
00:29:24 - Elizabeth makes a confession: She’s attracted to Ross!
00:32:43 - Confidence: The Ultimate Aphrodisiac
00:37:44 - Is it a bong or a dildo?
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e25-part-1-to-at-the-beach
S03E24 - TOW the Ultimate Fighting Champion
00:01:00 - We introduce “Good Place” rules for swearing
00:04:41 - Signature Beverage: The Ultimate Fighting Champagne
00:09:38 - Robin Williams and Billy Crystal guest start in the cold open, promoting their new movie, Father’s Day
00:11:45 - Robin Williams is a heartbreaking example of how you never really know what someone’s going through
00:15:00 - What did Heather do with her leftover Yoo-Hoo from last week’s signature beverage?
00:18:13 - Would Heather stand for a fishhook?
00:23:01 - Chandler experiences sexual harassment literally at the hand of his boss, Doug!
00:24:00 - Elizabeth sums up what the #MeToo movement means to her
00:29:57 - Elizabeth learned how to make an Old Fashioned and this might be the worst best news ever
00:30:41 - What is it with men banging their bodies together to show excitement during sports games??
00:36:02 - Guest star James Hong plays Hoshi, Pete’s trainer!
00:40:45 - Why Bonnie’s hair couldn’t have grown that much in two years’ time
00:45:15 - We don’t know if we’re more scared for Pete’s first fight, or for the giant beverage that we’re pretty sure Ross is about to drop
00:49:01 - How Pete wanting to fast-track his training made Elizabeth think of Malcolm Gladwell’s book, Outliers
00:51:23 - Elizabeth watched the balcony grilling scene over and over to figure out what was on Ross’s apron
00:52:00 - There are few things sexier than a man in a slightly tousled button-down shirt with the sleeves rolled up
00:58:20 - PSA: DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE, PEOPLE!
01:0057 - Doug was actually cool about it when Chandler confronted him about the butt-slapping
01:07:11 - We totally understand why sometimes, when someone is hurting themselves, you have to say goodbye
01:11:42 - Whatever happened to Pete?
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e24-tow-the-ultimate-fighting-champion
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S03 E23 - TOW Ross’s Thing
Signature Beverage: Yoo-Hoo, There’s Something on My Glass
06:24 — Doesn’t everyone swear at their menus?
07:40 — We take turns being Leslie from Parks and Rec
10:22 — We love Carvel Cake! And we swear it’s food!
12:54 — Phoebe gives us our first Nubbin Alert of the week
15:00 — What’s up with all the Yoo-Hoo?
17:15 — Does “We need to talk” always indicate bad news?
20:35 — Fudgie the Whale referenced on The Office
23:02 — Richard Gant, one of those actors who’s been in TONS of stuff
29:58 — Dating more than one person at a time is hard work!
33:25 — Are you polite to Siri/Alexa/Google Home?
33:55 — A great measure of someone’s character is how they treat someone who’s “beneath” them
35:50 — Young Ethan is no longer with us!
39:00 — Picture-in-picture: a lesson for the Whippersnappers
44:39 — Douglas Looper! Who? Douglas Looper!
55:38 — Kids in the Hall meets Chloe the Xerox Girl!
01:03:20 — Who would you pick: Jason or Vince?
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S03E21 - TOW a Chick and a Duck
Signature Beverage: Fluffy Duck and a Chick
07:47 — Did Phoebe orchestrate the entire Ross and Rachel moment because she knows they’re lobsters?
09:45 — Heather teaches Elizabeth the word “citron”
10:58 — Gunther expresses his love for Rachel with hot cocoa
12:47 — What is Joey watching? Quincy, M.E.
15:16 — The joy of watching geeky science stuff on TV
NASA panel discussion when they discovered frozen water on Mars
16:15 — Burst drinks! Throwback to late 90s sugary beverages
17:22 — Chandler’s “preppy safari” look
19:08 — The three foods you shouldn’t refrigerate
21:32 — Pete and Monica: Are they dating or not?!
26:44 — What the heck is a seersucker suit?
30:11 — Elizabeth rants about Carnation Instant Breakfast
34:25 — Chandler’s “Easy, Lennie” comment explained
36:29 — Jon Favreau in a suit — yummy!
39:44 — Heather has an elephant memory and her dreams predict the future!
41:17 — Eggnog is ice cream!
43:58 — Lincoln Logs, Legos, or blocks?
45:16 — FRIENDS Lego set!
51:28 — Rachel bought Philosophy moisturizer after she borrowed Chandler’s!
57:40 — Sephora’s Classes for Confidence for transgender people to learn how to do their makeup
01:03:57 — The significance of Ross’s sacrifice of his TV time for Rachel
01:06:36 — Gesticulate vs. Gestation — are the words related?
01:10: 35 — Gas cooktops are pivotal for good cooking
01:20:00 — Mind-blowing a-ha moment
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Signature beverage: Tootsie Roll-OJ-Bev
80-pack of Tootsie Pops on Amazon
01:46 -- Elizabeth’s inadvertently sexy way of eating Tootsie Roll Pops and Hershey Kisses
09:22 -- Pete isn’t mentioned at all in this episode; did he and Monica break up last week or not?
11:46 -- Kraft Parmesan — apprehension about whether or not it’s actually cheese, and some fond memories of covering our pizza with it
12:48 -- Newman’s Own Mushroom Trio pizza
14:44 -- Why do we have to suddenly be sorry when terrible people die?
19:12 -- What is a Rolodex?
Joe Boxer
22:12 -- THANKSgiving vs. ThanksGIVing — how do you say it?
27:25 -- QVC is helping Elizabeth’s fashion vocabulary!
33:50 -- Not fans of the Joey/Kate storyline, but we’ll cover it because it’s there
36:00 -- Teeny tiny porno magazines
37:08 -- Dollhouse at the NYC pop-up
40:39 -- Heather won’t say “bitch,” so Elizabeth is screwed when it comes to getting a wholesome job
43:42 -- Satin pillowcases — worth it?
44:53 -- A note about our alcohol consumption
46:45 -- A repeated conversation about dating from Season 1!
49:00 -- Rachel’s TERRIBLE pantsuit
49:58 -- Rachel’s HR nightmare
51:30 -- How this episode gave us a lifelong fear of mascara goop
52:10 -- David Schwimmer’s amazing physical comedy in the dollhouse-burning scene!
53:48 -- Joey gets Joeyed — they’ve slept together, but Kate isn’t returning his feelings!
56:48 -- The aftermath of the fire — “The foster puppets!”
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- 02:20 — John Legend as a sex symbol
- John Legend's Christmas album
- 04:46 — The Mississi-Pete Mudslide
- Jeni’s Darkest Chocolate ice cream
- 07:00 — How to properly eat ice cream
- 08:50 — David Schwimmer’s hot dad bod
- 16:30 — Does voice recognition account for accents?
- 18:08 — Covering up your body/face when you don’t want to be bothered
- 22:02 — Trying to convince Heather to move to Maryland
- 23:33 — The endless debate about sharing a chip bag (or pouring chips into a bowl)
- 26:27 — Armchair Expert - Brene Brown episode
- 33:40 — Ross not wearing an undershirt weirds Elizabeth out
- 34:53 — ASMR videos — earbuds make a huge difference
- 35:47 — Giving your ex their things back - awkward!
- 39:48 — David Schwimmer looks HOT in that tiny t-shirt!
- Shop the Show - Frankie Say Relax t-shirt
- 43:33 — Pete being a gentleman/our respective SOs asking for their first kiss — ultimate consent!
- 48:57 — Joey calling Kate a b***h — over the line?
- 51:17 — Is Ross’s “peep eye” reaction because Rachel’s moving on, or because she’s moving on with MARK?
- 56:22 — Apparently, tea is an aphrodisiac…
- 01:04:00 — But confidence and intelligence are the ultimate aphrodisiac!
- 01:07:02 — The old-school-playground-fighting-but-really-liking-you thing — is that true at our age?
- 01:10:57 — Mismatched socks are NOT ACCEPTABLE
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00:39 -- Ron Leibman (Dr. Green, Rachel’s dad) has passed away at age 82
01:50 -- Keeping a positive outlook, even though life is going to inevitably throw some negative stuff at you
03:23 -- Jennifer Aniston is one of People Magazine’s “People of the Year”!
05:23 -- The latest episode of The Morning Show was … oof! Intense/trigger warning, but we’re glad the conversation is being had
07:10 -- Courteney Cox playing piano (and other instruments)! Also, she likes dating rock stars!
Courteney Cox in the Counting Crows video for A Long December
09:33 -- Lisa Kudrow and Courteney Cox played 25 Words or Less!
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Hello, Marinairheads! (That's what we're calling you, unless you tell us you hate it). We wanted to take a minute to mention some of the stuff you've been telling us on social media, as well as what our FRIENDS are posting on their accounts!
So welcome to the very first Bonus Bourbon Bonanza! In this special episode:
- The official dubbing of our listeners as "Marinairheads" (01:45)
- Elizabeth ruined Thanksgiving dinner this year (03:55)
- Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish (07:11)
- Marinairhead Mags reports on some things she noticed at the FRIENDS Fathom event this week (09:33) -- Kraft parmesan cheese and Gladys!
- Heather posted our FRIENDS NYC Pop-Up turkey dance on her personal Instagram page! (11:48)
- Marinairhead Michelle suggests Goldschlager for our CinnaMind Eraser cocktail (13:33)
- Ranking the FRIENDS Thanksgiving episodes with the help of Marinairhead Katta! (14:35)
- Thanksgiving week posts from Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, and David Schwimmer (18:08)
- FRIENDS prop auction Dec 3 - 17 (22:04)
- FRIENDS edition of Cards Against Humanity (23:48)
It's TOW the Hypnosis Tape, and we're drinking CinnaMind Erasers!
We dive into some deep topics, inspired by the not-so-benign content of this episode:
- Chandler's effeminate behaviors after listening to the hypnosis tape: Do they reinforce gender stereotypes? Or is it innocent fun? And why does his subconscious think that is what being a "strong, confident woman" looks like?
- Frank Jr. marrying his high school teacher: Is it a case of "love is love," or predatory behavior, a la the Mary Kay Letourneau case, which was at its height when this episode originally aired?
- Pete using money to impress Monica: Is it charming or creepy? Would she have gone out with him if he wasn't a millionaire?
- Phoebe stepping in to try to stop the relationship: Is it sisterly protection, or is she out of line? When is it okay to give your friends/family your opinion?
We draw from our own experiences, talk Jennifer Aniston's new AppleTV+ show, "The Morning Show," and more!
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e18-tow-the-hypnosis-tape
It's Season 3, Episode 17, TO Without the Ski Trip, and we're staying warm by spiking our hot chocolate with bourbon! Elizabeth recorded from a state park, which lends itself to the "gang is stranded and Ross has to come rescue them" vibe.
We discuss: being triggered/regressing, Philosophy skin care (and smelling like food), using your nipples to get free cable, how a good cheese ball can make a party, how it's possible to stuff outside the bra, and ... we invent the "poinsweatah"!
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e17-to-without-the-ski-trip
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It's the episode we've been dreading: TO the Morning After. Ross and Rachel break up, and we're drowning our sorrows with Waxinis -- inspired by the at-home leg-waxing kit that Monica and Phoebe try out.
Aside from the obvious "Were they on a break?" conversation, we also talk about TV infomercial purchases, whether or not monogamy is "too cruel a rule," and how hitting is NEVER okay -- no matter how much Ross pisses you off.
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e16-to-the-morning-after
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Elizabeth's "I Swear to Do Better" Jar count for this episode: 3
Which brings our total for the season to ... $21!
This week, we talk about TOW Ross and Rachel Take a Break, and Heather drinks a flavor-packed Fiery Shemptini in honor of Ross acting like a Shemp and setting fire to Rachel's work desk.
While Ross and Rachel reach a literal breaking point, Monica and Phoebe date diplomats, and Chandler and Joey unsuccessfully try to land the hot Xerox girl, Chloe.
We also discuss globe-shaped pencil sharpeners, and pitch a new segment: "What the Hell is Monica Wearing"?
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e15-tow-ross-and-rachel-take-a-break
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We're back! After an unexpected hiatus (hello, Life), we're back to review TOW Phoebe's Ex-Partner, and we're drinking Ginger's Smoky Wooden Legs in honor of the woman Chandler (briefly) dates! Well, Heather's drinking it. Elizabeth's went terribly, terribly wrong...
This week, Phoebe's ex-singing partner Leslie (aka Tommy Pickles) comes back into Phoebe's life, but will she be able to set aside her jingle-writing ways to be Phoebe's friend again? As we mentioned, Chandler dates Ginger, who has a wooden leg -- a revelation that's no surprise to Joey... And in other news, can Ross accept that Rachel's professional life doesn't include him? (We'll give you one guess...)
We also discuss Twin Peaks, annoying technology, appropriate pajamas for the bustier women out there, windshield shades that alert drivers to call 911, Gilligan's Island, and how Chandler looks an awful lot like ... Michael Keaton.
It's S03E13, TOW Monica and Richard Are Friends! Monica runs into Richard and what starts off as an innocent burger turns into an innocent lasagna which turns into a whole lot of sex.
We've put our spin on the Friends with Benefits cocktail to celebrate!
In other plot lines, Phoebe dates a jock who's having a wardrobe malfunction, and Rachel and Joey exchange their favorite books: Little Women and The Shining.
We also discuss seatbelt bags, whether dainty-girl points are anti-feminist, and challenge Heather to say "ass."
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e13-tow-monica-and-richard-are-friends
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It's S03E12 - TOW All the Jealousy, and to toast Joey's audition for "A Tale of Two Cities," we're drinking Cocktails of Two Cities!
Ross is CRAZY jealous of Mark and inundates Rachel's work with stuffed animals, cards, and even a barbershop quartet. Monica dates Julio, a smarmy poet who thinks American women are "empty vases," and Joey's resume fibs (three years with Twyla Tharp?!) catch up to him. We also discuss: Dali museums, #Friends25 offers, and once again advocate mental health care for ONE AND ALL!
Links and more at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e12-tow-all-the-jeaousy
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It's TOW Chandler Can't Remember Which Sister! Chandler has one too many Jell-O shots (our signature "beverage", BTW) and messes around with one of Joey's sisters at Joey's birthday party, Rachel meets Mark and Ross becomes a toxic a**hole with jealousy, and Phoebe dates the noisy neighbor upstairs.
We also discuss Ray Baris Pizza, Water Joe, Silver Spoon tiramisu, and wonder -- did the upstairs guy get carpeting again, or ... did everyone hear him have sex for the next seven years?
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e11-tow-chandler-cant-remember-which-sister
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It's TOW Rachel Quits, and we're drinking Hanukkah Menoreo Martinis, inspired by Brown Bird cookies! Ross breaks a little girl's leg and has to sell the cookies on her behalf, Monica's cookie addiction comes back to haunt her, Phoebe can't handle The (Dead Christmas Tree) Chipper, and Rachel can barely handle The (Quit Your Current Job to Motivate You to Get a New One) Fear.
We also discuss Elizabeth's "I Swear to Do Better" Jar, 90s disco revival fashion, snow in a can, and cookies with nougat (or not so much).
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e10-tow-rachel-quits
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Happy Thanksgiving, y'all! It's TOW the Football, and the gang decides to play some 3 on 3 in between turkey bastings. The winner gets -- the Geller Cup! The Geller Cup is also the name of this week's signature beverage -- a Pimm's cup with a Thanksgiving twist!
A Dutch girl vies for Joey and Chandler's attention, Monica and Ross get really competitive, and Rachel goes really long.
We also talk: Whole30, sore losers, Heidi gone Goth, and a MEGA Not-on-Netflix moment!
It's TOW the Giant Poking Device, so we made boozy Poke Brownies! We doused brownies in a combination of Chambord, Disaronno, and Frangelico -- they pack a punch!
This week, Monica bangs Ben's head and Rainy Day Bear comes to the rescue, Phoebe's convinced that going to the dentist kills people she knows, and Chandler finds out that Janice is still in love with her ex.
We also discuss time travel, Ashley Graham's enemas, and Lisa Kudrow's body image struggles during the series, and we go on a condom tangent.
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It's TOW the Race Car Bed, so we're drinking sidecars-turned-Racecars! Janice's ex-husband uses his divorce to sell mattresses, and Monica takes advantage of the deal -- only to experience some unwanted CAR-ma. Joey teaches Acting for Soap Operas and gives one of his students some unethical advice, and Ross tries to play nice with Rachel's dad.
We also discuss how Janice is our favorite character, the creation of Elizabeth's "I Swear to Do Better" Jar, childhood memories of chalkboards, "zippershits," and our love for Barbie/Miss Piggy.
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It's TOW the Flashback! Janice asks the gang, "Have any of you ever ... almost?" and we flash back to three years in the past, where near-sexcapades ensue for the next 28 minutes. Monica almost does Joey. Chandler almost does Monica. Rachel fantasy does Chandler. Phoebe almost does Ross.
And Monica and Joey have very different ideas about what constitutes "lemonade." Enter this week's signature beverage, the Here's Your P***s! Spicy Lemonade!
In addition, we discuss horticulture, pearls and overalls, Villa Wafers and Starboobs, Italian horns, and how we may have Mr. Heckles to thank for the entirety of the series.
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e06-tow-the-flashback
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It's TOW Frank Jr, but to us, Isabella Rossellini steals the show even though she's only on screen for about 30 seconds. So, we're drinking Isabella Ross Bellinis to celebrate!
Frank Jr (Giovanni Ribisi) pays Phoebe a visit, and things don't go very well, especially when he thinks she's a whore. Ross painstakingly composes his “freebie list,” trading Isabella Rossellini for Winona Ryder and regretting it! Joey constructs a VERY large entertainment unit and also redoes Monica’s dingy bathroom floor.
In addition, we talk art-house animal porn, discuss who's on our respective "freebie" lists, sibling rivalry, home improvement, and break down the props "listery" that will go down in history!
More at: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/s03-e05-tow-frank-jr
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It's TOW the Metaphorical Tunnel! We're drinking Flingin' Flangin' Milkshakes: our ode to the MilkMaster 2000 and the ice cream Monica and Rachel comfort themselves with at the end of the episode.
Plot-wise, Monica and Rachel coach Chandler about relationships when he freaks out about committing to Janice, Phoebe pretends to be Joey’s agent, and Ross watches Ben and is a misogynistic a**hole!
Discussion-wise, we talk Ben & Jerry's, proper pasta-and-salad serving, how Janice is STILL the most put-together out of everyone, and how Ross needs to get woke ... fast.
Check out the screen shots, recipes, and more on the episode blog post!
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It's TOW the Jam, so we're drinking bourbon jambles!
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Monica's getting over Richard by making a LOT of jam, Ross teaches Chandler his "hug and roll" trick, and Phoebe dates her stalker (don't try that at home, kids!)
This week, we talk map dresses, bling slings, the best ways to combat a dry scone, and what exactly a black currant tastes like.
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We're drinking the fat! Well, not really, but our layered signature beverage was inspired by the glass of chicken fat that was sitting out on the kitchen table for the duration of Season 3, Episode 2 - TOW No One's Ready!
Drink the Fat: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/drink-the-fat
This week is a special "bottle" episode -- all of the action takes place in the girls' apartment. Chandler and Joey fight over The Chair, Monica feigns being "breezy," and Ross crosses a big line when he loses it with Rachel.
We also discuss the pitfalls of companies being purchased by other companies, fights between siblings, blingy slings, cartoon characters with towels wrapped around their waists, and, in a moment that will go down in history...
...Heather finally agrees that Ross is being a toxic a*e.
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We've made it to Season 3! We open with TOW the Princess Leia Fantasy, and we're drinking "Monica and Rachel Had Syrup" cocktails to toast Janice being in the world again (although Joey's not too happy about that.)
Cocktail: http://handbagmarinara.com/blog/monica-and-rachel-had-syrup
Monica's in a deep depression post-Richard, can't sleep, but still manages to mock Ross's fantasy of doing Princess Leia. Joey's look is full-throttle "out of work actor." Chandler refuses to break up with Janice (he didn't blink or anything!)
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S02E24 - TOW Barry and Mindy's Wedding
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It's TOW the Chicken Pox, and things are getting itchy! Luckily, we're drinking Banana Nut Muffin Martinis to ease the pain!
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Monica and Richard discover each other's quirks, Joey -- or should we say, "Joseph" -- is working with Chandler, and Ross and Rachel are babysitting Phoebe and Ryan (Charlie Sheen), who are stricken with the pox.
We talk about our own quirks, a seriously funny Not on Netflix moment, tell you where you can get a cow oven mitt, and discuss how Ross -- for just one beautiful moment -- becomes less of a toxic a**hole.
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It's TOW the Two Parties, and Monica's made Rachel a special dessert for her birthday -- flan! So we're drinking adult milkshakes featuring the caramely, custardy flavors of flan. The guys' party is all about beer, pizza, and volleyball, while Monica's is VERY marker-centric. And poor Rachel is caught in the middle of both, attempting to wrangle her feuding parents the whole night. Oh, and Phoebe's breaking people out of Monica-jail.
This week, we tackle topics such as: disco clowns, Timmy the Tooth, divorcing parents, Neil Sedaka, defunct Disney World attractions, and the real-life Moondance Diner.
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It's TOW the Bullies! Once again, we're together for this recording (and in Carol and Susan's favorite place!), and just like Chandler and Ross, we're drinking Kappuccino (but in the form of a martini). Monica's playing the stock market (because she thinks it's ZeXY!), and Phoebe's second attempt to meet her dad is thwarted by a beast at the threshold.
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In this special episode, we're TOGETHER (E visited H in Florida this week) and discussing TOW Old Yeller Dies. We're drinking Ben's Favorite cocktails (our take on pink lemonade with an elderflower twist) and discussing Phoebe's disturbing realization that her mother "saved" her from cinematic sadness, how Joey and Chandler want to be just like their new "dad," and how Ross is a tad toxic in planning his ENTIRE future with Rachel, even though they've only been dating for a few weeks.
Along the way, we discuss: Southwest snowflakes, whether beer and apple pie would taste good together, Dutch ebelskivers, sad movies (especially around Christmastime), and how cool it would be to share a set of pajamas (not with each other, mind you).
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It's TOW Eddie Won't Go, and it's official: Eddie's cray-cray and no matter how hard Chandler tries, he can't get Eddie to move out. We're drinking Fishbowls to commemorate there being a REAL fish in Eddie's fishtank!
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The girls are learning all about feminism, toppling the patriarchy, and being their own windkeepers, Eddie's a dehydrating maniac -- emphasis on the "maniac," Joey's going on humiliating auditions (and Matt LeBlanc reminisces about filing his own tooth), and Ross shows a softer side when he helps out a friend in need -- with his checkbook.
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It's TOW Dr. Ramoray dies, and Joey is not having a good day at work! Chandler's also got himself into a bit of a pickle (and a questionable pecan sandie), with new roomie Eddie showing some of his ... quirks. The only one really having a good day this week is Monica -- she and Richard say "I love you!" They don't get to celebrate like they really want to, but that's only because Rachel had to squelch Ross's raging insecurity.
We're drinking Tangelo Goldfish cocktails and discussing all of the above plus: protein powder product placement, circus-invoking blazers, typecasting geeks, vintage posters, improper condom storage, and equal opportunity sexcapades.
It's TOW Eddie Moves In! We're drinking Apple Pie Martinis because Rachel dropped a slice of pie into a guy's hood at Central Perk.
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And we're talking about Joey's terrible (albeit cat-loving) decorating style, Phoebe's mishap of a music video, and Ross and Monica's sibling rivalry -- juggling oranges and all.
So, are you Team Entertainment Tonight or Team Predators of the Serengeti? Team Joey or Team Eddie? We don't even have to ask the third question: We know you're Team Smelly Cat!
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It's TOW Joey Moves Out! We're drinking Twinkie martinis because everyone's talking about how "Richard's dating some 20-year-old Twinkie in the city." Of course, we all know that Twinkie is Monica! Phoebe and Rachel get tattoos -- sort of -- and Joey licks a spoon, setting off a cascade of events that eventually leads to him moving out.
After discussing everything about this episode, we only have one burning question left: Where do you stand on the whole "babe" thing?
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It's TOW Ross and Rachel ... You Know! We've got a lot of "firsts" this week: It's Ross and Rachel's first date, Richard's (Tom Selleck's) first appearance, and Chandler and Joey get their first barcaloungers!
This week, we're sipping on Cran-Apple and Cran-Grape-inspired cocktails and we talk about: annoyingly long bangs, fire safety hazards, diner lingo, whether you can wear too many clothes on a date, and the freakin' palpable chemistry between Monica and Richard. Seriously, the last 15 minutes of the show is just us waxing poetic about Tom Selleck!
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It's TOW the Prom Video, and we're drinking Blingy Best Budtinis in honor of the gaudy gold bracelet Joey buys Chandler and engraves with "Best Buds"!
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Monica endures a creepy job interview with Noel from Frasier (Patrick Kerr), Chandler finds himself between a rock and a mob place when Joey gives him a golden token of his appreciation, and Ross has trouble ACCepting that he and Rachel are never going to happen. Oh and Phoebe talks about old lobster couples.
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It's Part 2 of The One After the Super Bowl! Heather made another round of the Handbag Marinara cocktail, Elizabeth went straight-up champagne.
In this episode, we discuss ideal public bathroom sex setups, semi-smarmy action star pickup lines, and the origins of the podcast:
"You give me back my sweater, or it's handbag marinara."
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"Give me back my sweater, or it's handbag marinara."
It's TO After the Super Bowl, Pt 1! The second half of this two-parter features that line that launched a podcast -- THIS podcast! And we actually found a cocktail recipe that features tomato (for the marinara) and champagne (for the celebration!): The California 99.
Some big guest star action happened in this episode in the form of Brooke Shields as Joey's crazy stalker, and Chris Isaak as a librarian who hires Phoebe to sing, er, kid's songs.
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It's TOW the Lesbian Wedding! Carol and Susan are getting married, Rachel's mom wants to get high (and get divorced), and Phoebe's possessed by the spirit of Mrs. Adelman, her newly-former elderly massage client.
We're drinking butterscotch old fashioneds in honor of Mrs. Adelman/Phoebe interrupting Carol and Susan nuptials by opening a very crinkly butterscotch candy wrapper.
This episode is jam-packed full of Marlo Thomas (guest starring as Rachel's mom), smell-the-fart acting, and lots o' lesbians!
We talk lettuce preferences, nut-baked-good preferences, personal growth, and not-so-taboo sexual orientation.
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It's TOW Russ! We've got a three plot lines happening in this week's episode. Monica's dating Fun Bobby, but before too long the gang discovers he's been having a bit too much fun. Joey unfortunately joins the "Me Too" movement when he has to decide between sleeping with a producer and losing out on a big opportunity. And Rachel is in pretty serious denial, dating Russ without realizing that he's basically a carbon copy of Ross.
This week, we're drinking Irish Coffee Martinis and talking about some pretty heavy topics -- alcoholism and sexual harassment to name a couple -- but luckily, Rachel's got another set of comfy jammies to get her through the worst of it.
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"Ho, ho, ho-ly crap is it hot in here!" It's TOW Phoebe's Dad! Phoebe finds out her dad isn't a famous tree surgeon, Ross forces Rachel to list all the annoying things about him, Monica and Rachel host a very hot Christmas party, and Chandler and Joey do some last-minute Christmas shopping -- at a gas station.
We're drinking tropical eggnog and talking about things like: baked goods as gifts, baked goods as drugs, hers-and-hers towels, and a possible Game of Thrones prop crossover moment.
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OMG it's Thanksgiving in real life AND the FRIENDS universe! We're celebrating this happy coincidence with some Mockolate Martinis -- they taste just like chocolate cake, but there isn't a bit of chocolate in them!
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It's TOW the List, and Monica's desperately trying to concoct Thanksgiving-themed recipes using a disgusting synthetic chocolate, Phoebe's coming up with VERY awkward songs on the fly, and Ross is being an idiot and making a list of reasons not to date Rachel. Oh and Chandler's laptop is hilariously ancient.
Join us as we discuss all of this, plus things like Props Props, glitzy Muppets, cranberry necklaces, Star Trek-loving IT guys, and really weird posters.
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It's TOW Ross Finds Out and Rachel doesn't get any Closure, but we drink some!
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Ross and Rachel finally kiss in this episode, and the writers were clearly focused more on that than any of the other characters, because we've got a couple of really iffy sub-plots:
- Chandler trying to lose weight with Monica (??)
- Phoebe thinking that the reason the guy she's dating hasn't slept with her is because she isn't hot enough (????)
We also talk unreasonable body goals/low self-esteem, drunken phone call confessions, & Prinsesstårta (we're pretty sure we've got a Great British Baking Show/FRIENDS crossover happening here!)
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A rogue kiwi sends Ross to the ER and lands baby Ben alone on a bus. Ross needs a shot to stop the allergic reaction, so we're drinking kiwi lime pie shots as we discuss obscure 80s space adventure movies, reading shampoo bottles on the toilet, and the scene that Lisa Kudrow claims is her favorite moment from the series (can you guess what it is?)
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It's TOW Five Steaks and an Eggplant! Monica's been promoted and wants to celebrate with a nice dinner, and Ross's birthday is coming up and there's all kinds of hooplah planned. Unfortunately Rachel, Phoebe, and Joey's wallets are burning because of it.
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Grab a mush-ito and join us as we discuss things like call screening, relationships built upon a lie, the wonder of Hootie and the Blowfish, and salary-discrepancy awkwardness.
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Phoebe's married (GASP), and her not-so-gay ice dancer husband is wearing a sparkly matador costume, so we're drinking sangria!
Rachel's still trying to sabotage Ross and Julie's relationship and tries to convince Ross that NOT having sex is sexy. Chandler's got a nubbin! Joey was in a porno! All the secrets come out!
Fashion-wise, Rachel's potting pigeons in an iconic "USA" shirt, Phoebe's wearing horses and taking us back to the 60s, and Monica's wearing some really bad pants.
We talk Ice Capades, Cobb salad, and learn more about extra nipples than we ever thought we would.
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It's TOW Heckles Dies, and donuts sneak in quite a bit in the background, so we're drinking chocolate donut martinis! (Well, Heather is ... Elizabeth is on painkillers so she's having a different kind of fun.)
We talk evolution, Neil Degrasse Tyson, tacky lamps, opposable thumbs, retro candles, and cultural appropriation (just to keep things spicy).
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It's TOW the Breast Milk, and we're drinking cocktails inspired by Susan's comparison of it to cantaloupe juice. Heather made The Breast Martini, and Elizabeth made the Frozen Cantaloupe Rack-uiri!
Ross is having a breast-istential crisis (Oreos save the day), Monica cheats on Rachel with Julie (at her house of worship!), and Joey has to battle a cowboy at the perfume counter (all to win Emily Proctor's heart).
We talk breast milk (naturally), faces on milk cartons, and try to figure out what the hell the pattern on Carol's shirt is.
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Grab a Blood Orange-o Tutti (our bubbly ode to Paulo's unfortunate return) and welcome to Season 2!
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This week, we review the season 2 opener, TOW Ross's New Girlfriend, and we talk handsy tailors, zebra-print Band-Aids, Dudley vs. Demi, overly enthusiastic PDA, and the full sexification of Rachel! (Girl doesn't even wear a shirt underneath her denim vest anymore!)
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This week, we talk about how hard it is to say “worcestershire,” the delights of Sockarooni sauce, carbalicious breakfasts, shark-lookin’ ties, THAT skirt that Rachel wore, “tinker day” parades, and evil side eye.
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Carol's in labor, Rachel's flirting with doctors, Monica's panicking about babies, and Ross and Susan are at each other's throats. It's TOW the Birth! Baby Ben is finally on his way. Carol and Susan stopped for a Chunky in the hospital gift shop -- so we made a Chunky martini, using PB&J vodka and Godiva dark!
Jonathan Silverman and Leah Remini guest star in this episode. Since there's limited food (unless you count ice chips) and limited fashion (since everyone's wearing what they wore in the previous episode), we're more fun-focused this week -- just like childbirth should be, right?
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It's TOW the Ick Factor! Monica's panicking that she's just slept with someone who wasn't alive during the bicentennial, so we made cocktails inspired by the 200th anniversary of the word "cocktail" coming into print! The "Improved Gin Sling" it is!
If the mention of America's 200th birthday didn't make you feel old enough, then the beeper that Ross buys to stay in touch with Carol while they await their baby's birth or the cassette Walkman Monica uses while she's running should do the trick. Geez, we're old. How we'd love to return to the days of Power Rangers and Muppet Babies!
To top things off, Rachel's having some very suggestive dreams (and giving us an over-the-top summary of what's going on inside her head), and Phoebe's playing secretary for Chandler -- clip-on earrings, Magic 8 balls, and all.
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Marcel's humping everything, Monica's credit card's been stolen, and Joey thinks "Joseph Stalin" would be a great stage name. It's TOW the Fake Monica, and we're drinking chocolatey, tropical Banana Monanas in honor of both Marcel and Monica's fake moniker. Join us as we discuss Rachel's numerous nubbins, the psychology of Monica's wardrobe choices, 90s video games, zoos as college, and whether or not "variety shows" are dirty.