Kickball Friends: Recent Episodes
Jesse & Robbie
With tons of TV and Movies options out there it's impossible to know what to watch. From Loki to Hacks, F9 to Black Widow , Jesse and Robbie have seen it all. Each week they'll comb through the latest pop culture releases and share their hot takes, so you're ready for your next TV Binge!
This episode starts with our reaction to the Presidential election - spoiler alert: it's not great (0:00). We also briefly discuss our Kicks of the Week and some recent movies we've seen (12:48). Then we discuss the premiere of Before (26:53) and the finale of The Penguin (35:45) before ending with our top five WTF moments from TV (43:32).
It's election day - hold on to your butts! This episode we start with a movie corner where we discuss several films, including Conclave (10:30). Then we review the finales of Agatha All Along (35:24) & Only Murders in the Building (44:17).
We were off last week and we'll be off next week - but let's live in the now! This episode is a good old fashioned tv & movie hodgepodge! We're all over the place talking about everything we've watched in recent weeks. There are so many different topics that we're not even doing time stamps this week. So sit back, relax and let the Kickball Friends entertain you for an hour.
This episode Jesse would like to report a crime (0:25)! Then we discuss new movies It's What's Inside (15:44) with spoilers (25:38) and Joker: Folie à Deux (32:36) with spoilers (42:00). We end by briefly reviewing HBO's The Franchise (44:10).
This episode we discuss two new messy movies: Megalopolis (17:09) & Wolfs (29:38). Then we chat about he Netflix romantic comedy series, Nobody Wants This (34:18), before ending with the SNL season 50 premiere (43:14) and wrestling documentary series, Mr. McMahon (45:21).
Jesse is back! This episode we discuss all of the shows that premiered this week: Survivor (11:11), The Penguin (22:41) & Agatha All Along (36:40). There's even some random tv & movie talk (29:20) sprinkled in there. too!
Jesse is living his best life in Cape Cod so Robbie is joined by Alex Rabinowitz (@PopCultureBrain) where they talk through a very solid Emmy's night, the not so solid Netflix film Uglies followed by a deep dive into Alex's work running his Pop Culture Tik Tok account.
As always, since Jesse is on vacation no time stamps!
This episode we review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (23:25), before discussing Hulu's English Teacher (36:25) & AppleTV+'s Slow Horses (44:36).
This episode we discuss Rolling Stone's list of the Top 100 Television Episodes (15:34), Only Murders in the Building (24:12), Rings of Power (31:48) and Incoming (40:40:13).
This episode we discuss Zoë Kravitz's directorial debut, Blink Twice (14:40), catch up on Big Brother (26:25) and, in honor of Labor Day, list our top five work-related movies (29:36).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week...and there are a lot them (9:04). Then we discuss The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (18:22), Bad Monkey (28:31) & Alien: Romulus (34:33).
It's official! Robbie is a married man! After wedding talk (0:24), we discuss Twisters (29:09), House of the Dragon (32:34), Trap (37:05) & Borderlands (43:15)...but this episode is mostly about the wedding.
Be warned - the episode is spoiler heavy! This week we briefly cover Big Brother (7:22), before discussing the return of Robert Downey, Jr. to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (12:10) as well as reviewing Deadpool & Wolverine (20:08), the finale of Presumed Innocent (34:39) & and season two's penultimate episode of House of the Dragon (44:49).
This episode we discuss our Kicks of the Week (6:59) before reviewing the first three episodes of Big Brother (15:34), Twisters (26:54) and the new season of Cobra Kai (42:28).
This episode we discuss today's Emmy nominations (16:18), review Longlegs (31:12) and give our initial thoughts on the cast of Big Brother 26 (42:14).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (6:27) before we briefly discuss House of the Dragon (10:36) and recent movie trailers (17:58). We end with our top 10 shows of 2024 (so far) (26:59).
This episode starts with some catching up (0:26) & our Kicks of the Week (10:03). Then we review season three of The Bear (18:32), A Quiet Place: Day One (30:56) & the third episode of House of the Dragon (40:45).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (8:46) before we briefly discuss The Bikeriders (15:30) & Dark Matter (19:27). Then we review the second episode of House of the Dragon (22:29), rank our top five films of the first half of 2024 (34:23) and end with our Must Lose Draft of The Challenge 40 (46:30).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (5:32) before we celebrate the returns of House of the Dragon (18:03) and The Boys (34:02). We end by briefly discussing Presumed Innocent (42:34).
This episode we briefly discuss the Summer House reunion (12:05) before reviewing Hit Man (18:55), The Acolyte (34:34) & Clipped (43:37).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (4:24) and a few news & notes from the world of pop culture (12:24). Then we discuss Netflix's Eric (20:08) as well as the season finales of Hacks (31:47) and Summer House (37:02).
This episode we share Memorial Day stories (0:27) before discussing Tires (10:09), Survivor (23:30), The Challenge: All Stars 4 (42:05) and Babes (46:25).
This episode begins with some pop culture news & notes (5:09) before we review season three of Bridgerton (15:01) & the new film, IF (19:02). Then we draft our top ten films being released in the second half of 2024 (24:01).
This episode starts by discussing Your Love, Our Musical (5:46) and X-Men '97 (9:32) before we get into Dark Matter (13:07) & Bodkin (29:18). Next, we check in on Hacks (35:15) & Summer House (37:58). Finally, we discuss Sasquatch Sunset (48:45), Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (50:23) & I Saw the TV Glow (51:17).
This episode we discuss Jerry Seinfeld (5:57), Everybody's in LA (10:07) & the Tom Brady Roast (15:08) before reviewing Challengers (31:29) and The Fall Guy (43:48).
This episode starts with some basketball talk (0:25) before we get into our idea for the next movie based on a product (9:32). Then we discuss the finale of Shogun (21:24), Baby Reindeer (31:56) & The Big Door Prize (41:07).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (5:45) before we move on to reviewing Late Night with the Devil (13:01) with spoilers (17:28) and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (24:05). Next we briefly discuss the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer (32:00) before checking in with Fallout (34:48), The Sympathizer (39:09), Taylor Swift (43:28) & AppleTV+ (45:21).
This episode we talk about a fantastic episode of SNL (8:40) before reviewing Civil War (14:13) with spoilers (18:00), Fallout (33:24) & The Sympathizer (43:50).
This episode is movie heavy! We review Música (7:18), Monkey Man (13:30), Girls State (21:45) and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (37:55). We end by discussing the first episode of Sugar (42:29) and by taking a look at what is being released over the next month (45:25).
This episode we discuss new casting news for the Fantastic Four (4:09) before reviewing Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (14:07) and The American Society of Magical Negroes (21:00). Then we discuss A Gentleman in Moscow (25:22) and X-Men '97 (42:02).
This episode starts off with a discusion on how to watch tv & movies with your significant other (7:01). Then we briefly talk about The Good Fight (18:01) and The Valley (22:50), before delving into the new Netflix sci-fi epic, 3 Body Problem (31:55).
This episode we discuss the cast of The Challenge: Season 40 (4:52) and our overall impression of the Academy Awards (11:02). Then we review Dune Part Two (21:49), get Robbie's final thoughts on The Good Wife (37:55) and talk about the finale of The Traitors (46:19).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (8:16), a review of SNL (13:43) & our feelings on Truman Capote (16:51). Then we discuss the premieres of Shogun (20:21), Avatar: The Last Airbender (28:34) & Summer House (35:23).
This episode begins with Robbie's continued journey through The Good Wife (0:26) and the news of four Sam Mendes directed movies focusing on each of the Beatles (16:52). Then we review Madame Web (21:50) and the finale of True Detective: Night Country (42:23). Finally, we quickly discuss the Fantastic Four casting news (52:04), the cancelation of Winter House (55:17) & Dr. Will's appearance on The Traitors (58:24).
This episode start's with Jesse's reaction to the 49ers loss in the Super Bowl (0:24) before transitioning to some news & notes from the world of entertainment (7:26). Then we discuss Super Bowl commercials (21:39)/trailers (29:36) and end by reviewing the final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm (49:28).
This episode starts with reality tv as we discuss the Greatest Night in Pop documentary (12:47), the return of Vanderpump Rules (16:50) and new episodes of The Traitors (23:17) & The Challenge (27:38). Then we review the new Mr. & Mrs. Smith tv show (39:42) as well as new film release, Argylle (48:00).
This episode we discuss Masters of the Air (12:17), The Challenge (23:27), The Traitors (32:11), Aquaman 2 (39:08) and a little Vanderpump Rules (43:47).
They said it couldn't be done! 200 episodes, baby! This week we reminisce about the last four years before quickly discussing Lil Dicky's Penith (5:09), Billy Joel (7:35), ISS (12:08), Washington, DC movie theaters (14:04) & SNL (17:28) . Then we get into Death and Other Details (19:47), Fargo (27:36), American Nightmare (34:11) & The Challenge/The Traitors (47:23).
We have so much to cover and so little time! We start by discussing a few new movies, Self Reliance (9:22), The Beekeeper (14:25) & Mean Girls (16:43). Then we turn to TV and cover Echo (21:30), Ted (24:43), The Trust (28:33), The Traitors (30:14) & The Emmys (43:55). Finally, we cover the finales of For All Mankind (47:04) and Monarch (52:31) & the premiere of True Detective: Night Country (56:20).
This episode starts with...wait for it...THE GOOD WIFE (0:26)! Then we discuss Netflix's The Brothers Sun (14:55), Sunday's Golden Globes Awards (29:41) and some upcoming tv shows/movies (39:09).
This episode we discuss Lil Dicky's upcoming soundtrack for Dave (5:52), Amazon Prime's price increase (6:53) and the first epsiodes of Percy Jackson and the Olympians (10:04). We end with our annual top 10 movie lists (14:50).
This episode begins with our reviews of recent movies (4:40) before we turn to our Kicks of the Week (21:10). We end with our annual Top 10 TV Shows of the year (25:52)!
This episode begins with our Kicks of the Week and which movies we're still hoping to see before the end of the year (0:23). Then we review Leave The World Behind (22:21) and Poor Things (34:32) before discussing the recent Golden Globe nominations (46:02).
Jesse is back from parental leave and catches up on Squid Game, Fargo & The Great British Baking Show (7:50). Then we review two new Netflix movies, May December (20:07) and Family Switch (31:08). We end by discussing What Happens Later (40:07), Bookie (43:20) & Obliterated (46:25).
With Jesse on paternity leave we welcome Kickball Friened Robbie Chernow. We kick things off with our review of Saltburn (7:20) followed by some spoilers (12:08). We talk through other movies we've seen including Thanksgiving and Napoleon (23:16). Followed by a breakdown of the super enjoyable Squid Game: The Challenge. Finally we cap it off with some chatter on S5 of Fargo.
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (3:47) before we review Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (10:40) and A Murder at the End of the World (23:15). We end with a discussion of Please Don't Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain (30:43) and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (38:00).
This episode starts with our Kicks of the Week (5:59) before we delve into our Marvel Corner (12:52) with the release of The Marvels and the finale of Loki. Next, we review David Fincher's new film, The Killers (27:08). Then we discuss Emma Stone and Nathan Fielder's new series, The Curse (40:17). We end by covering the season premiere of For All Man Kind (48:57) & the season finale of Upload (57:52).
This episode starts with House of Villains (6:16) before we discuss a few movies - Killers of the Flower Moon (14:12), Anatomy of a Fall (24:05), The Holdovers (28:14) & Quiz Lady (32:35). We end with superhero corner, where we review the season premiere of Invincible (39:14), the season finale of Gen V (41:06) & the trailer for Echo (50:08).
This episode starts with Robbie's trip to Vegas and news/notes from the world of entertainment (0:28). Then we review Killers of the Flower Moon (21:11), discuss the series finale of Billions (35:43) and rave about the season premiere of Winter House (48:45).
This episodes starts with a lot of random discussions on recent television (2:23). Then we discuss Mike Flanagan's new horror show, The Fall of the House of Usher (12:48), and E!'s new reality show, House of Villains (22:59). We end by reviewing the season premiere of Saturday Night Live (35:55).
This episode starts with some news and notes from the world on tv/movies (4:50). Then we discuss the premiere of Loki season 2 (15:56) as well as the season finales of Ahsoka (50:19) and Only Murders in the Building (39:41).
After some delays posting this episode, we're here! We start by discussing how TV is back, baby (2:09)! Then we delve into Prime's The Boys spinoff, Gen V (13:21), as well as the Netflix South Korean reality game show, The Devil's Plan (21:33), and the premiere of season 45 of Survivor (29:36).
We're having some issues posting our new episode, so enjoy our theme song while we test things out.
This episode we quickly discuss crazy new dating show, Naked Attraction (4:12), and the potential end of the WGA strike (6:55) before lamenting the cancellation of Heels (18:00). Then we review Dumb Money (26:29), Bottoms (36:11) & No One Will Save You (41:47).
This episode we have some fun with our Kicks of the Week (6:41) before discussing the cancellation of Winning Time (14:33). Then we review a few movies (21:00) and the new Walking Dead spinoff (28:32), before answering some listener questions (30:06).
This episode we debate the pros and cons of watching movies at home (8:07) and catch up on Ahsoka (14:02). Then we discuss the news of the week, including tough looks for Jimmy Fallon (24:30), Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis (28:12). We end by defending Martin Short (32:10) and reviewing the trailer for House of Villains (34:36).
This episode we start out with out Kicks of the Week, where we briefly chat about the trailer for What Happens Later (5:41) and the new movie, Bottoms (7:49). Then we discuss the breakup of Summer House's Carl and Lindsay (14:50), the finales of The Afterparty (24:52) and How To With John Wilson (33:09) & the HBO documentary, Telemarketers (42:14).
This episode we review the first two episodes of Ahsoka (10:33) before discussing a few movies (23:38), most notably You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah (28:37). We end by listing our top five Jewish movies/TV shows (35:47).
We're back after a week off and ready to discuss Billions (11:49), The Challenge: USA (21:55) & Big Brother 25 (36:45).
This episode we discuss the first episodes of Big Brother 25 (14:55), the return of Winning Time (30:05) and the release of The Meg 2: The Trench (37:21). We end with our top five vacation movies (42:56)!
It's a hodgepodge episode. We discuss the cast of Big Brother 25 (8:17), Twisted Metal (21:00), the Loki season 2 trailer (28:09), Harley Quinn (33:12), How To...With John Wilson (36:04) & This Fool (39:18).
Barbenheimer is here and we're ready to rejoice! We deep drive into Oppenheimer (12:53) and Barbie (37:37), before briefly reviewing Justified: City Primeval (53:38).
This episode starts with a big announcement! Then we briefly discuss SNICK (6:11) and the casting news for Superman Legacy (10:35) before reviewing Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (13:03), season two of The Afterparty (31:23) and the premiere of Full Circle (37:35).
This episode is about movies, movies and more movies! But first we discuss A-List actors (10:20), the cast of The Challenge: USA (13:44) and the Wonka trailer (19:00)! Then we review John Wick 4 (21:23), The Out-Laws (27:23), The Blackening (33:34), Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (39:05), No Hard Feelings (42:58) & Biosphere (44:55).
This episode we discuss Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (4:59) as well as the AppleTV+ show, Hijack (20:00). Then we list our top 10 TV shows of the year...so far (28:09).
This episode we discuss the major casting announcement for Superman (1:22), season 2 of The Bear (14:15) and the first episode of Secret Invasion (19:05). Then we're joined by the Stark Wars podcast's Michael O'Rear to discuss our top 10 movies of 2023...so far (25:58). Check out the Stark Wars podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stark-wars-star-wars-and-marvel-series-recaps/id1549273432
This episode we review The Flash (9:13), including spoilers (14:31), and rank our favorite multiversal movies (28:17). Then we discuss the first two episodes on Black Mirror (38:55) before ending with The Righteous Gemstones (53:25).
This episode starts with our final thoughts on this season of Vanderpump Rules (0:56). Then we introduce an old segment with a new name - Our Kick of the Week (10:20)! Next, we get Robbie's thoughts on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (19:25), discuss Peacock's Based on a True Story (27:40) and further discuss the Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets (36:39) as well as other current documentaries (40:10). We end with a brief discussion of Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing (47:42).
This episode starts out with some brief movie talk about Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (3:11) & Blackberry (8:38), before we look at the Duggar's documentary, Shiny Happy People (13:44), celebrate the season finale of Dave (19:42), discuss the premiere of Stars on Mars (26:40) and end with a draft for the next season of Summer House (42:02).
It's a finale spectacular. Join us as we discuss the finales of Succession (6:39), Ted Lasso (23:43) & Barry (40:17).
This episode we review Fast X (9:01) before discussing the season finale of Vanderpump Rules (28:12). We end by chatting about season one of Primo (39:44) and the finale of Mrs. Davis (45:55).
This episode we review the early episodes of Class of '09 (11:07) before delving into Succession (24:03), Barry (35:40) & Dave (43:19).
This episode begins with a BIG announcement before we debate Danielle's reaction to the Carl/Lindsay proposal on Summer House (6:50), discuss the release of Guardians of the Galaxy 3 (32:57), and the premieres of Silo (44:09) & Bupkis (50:15).
Looking for time stamps? Not this episode! We talk about so many tv shows, movies and podcasts this episode that you're just going to have to listen to find out!
This episode we dissect the first few episodes of Mrs. Davis (8:47) before checking in on Ted Lasso (21:50). Then we discuss Netflix's The Diplomat (34:27) before reviewing Renfield (40:53) & Ghosted (45:15).
This week starts out with Robbie's reaction to Jet Lag: The Game (0:44). Then we unexpectedly return to discussing Dave (8:51) before reviewing the new Damon/Affleck film, Air (18:16), and the return of HBO's Barry (42:01).
This episode starts with Jesse's favorite thing of the week - Jet Lag: The Game (1:52)! Then we discuss Netflix's Beef (14:13), an all time episode of Succession (25:55) and the premiere of season three of Dave (47:09).
This episode we chat about some recent movie trailers (7:28) before reviewing Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (19:00). Then we discuss AppleTV+'s The Big Door Prize (29:01) as well as the finale of Party Down (42:42).
This episode we discuss The Mandalorian and Robbie's appearance on the Stark Wars podcast (3:32). Then we get into John Wick: Chapter 4 (9:28), the return of Succession (19:14), The Night Agent (34:18) & Yellowjackets (43:10).
We're all over the place this episode. We start by discussing the dominance of AppleTV+ (9:30), including the premieres of Ted Lasso & Extrapolations and the endings of Shrinking & Servant. Then we briefly chat about the new AMC show, Lucky Hank (24:52), before chatting about the current state of the DCEU (28:19). Finally, we end with our Favorite Things of the Week (40:17) & the return of Shadow and Bone (45:10).
This episode starts with some Academy Awards (3:35) & Vanderpump Rules (7:40) talk before a brief review of 80 for Brady (12:25). Then we discuss the finale of The Last of Us (19:31), Scream 6 (35:29) and Netflix survival reality show, Outlast (51:44).
This episode we briefly cover The Mandalorian (3:55) & The Last of Us (5:50), before diving into the insanity currently happening in the Vanderpump Rules world (13:50). Then we review Creed III (26:00), Chris Rock's live Netflix special (32:15), the premiere of Survivor 44 (40:40:20) and the first three episodes of Daisy Jones & the Six (48:43). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss Cocaine Bear (9:47), the return of Party Down (19:52), recent episodes of The Last of Us (36:43) & Hello Tomorrow (50:43). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (10:15) and then discuss season 7 of Summer House (31:22). We end by briefly covering The Whale (42:44) & Infinity Pool (45:36). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we cover the best (and worst) Super Bowl commercials (5:32), The Last of Us (22:46), The Flash trailer (30:00), Vanderpump Rules (32:00), Harley Quinn's Very Problematic Valentine's Day Special (40:18) & Season 4 of You (44:45). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
We start the episode by discussing the programming news coming out of Paramount+ with Showtime (7:10), new AMC Theater pricing (10:20) and the legitimacy of EGOTs (13:09). Then we review Knock at the Cabin (18:39) with spoilers (29:47), Plane (40:37), the most recent episode of The Last of Us (43:32) & Cunk on Earth (53:00). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss James Gunn's announcement on the future of the DCU (6:14) before reviewing Poker Face (14:30), The Last of Us (25:36), You People (30:18), Shotgun Wedding (40:17) & Shrinking (42:40). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss today's Oscar nominations (8:37) before reviewing Accused (22:35), That 90s Show (31:52) & Night Court (39:42). We end by briefly covering the second episode of The Last of Us (46:23). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This week we review the new independent horror film Skinamarink (2:30) before discussing HBO's The Last of Us (8:19), The Traitors without (22:12) and with spoilers (25:01), Hunters (42:00) & Milf Manor (49:50). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we talk about the Survivor-esque cooking show, Pressure Cooker (10:08), the new season of Ginny & Georgia (16:29) and the comedy horror film, Megan (23:36). Then we look ahead to the television landscape in 2023 and discuss what we're excited to watch (27:47)! For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Glass Onion (5:18) and the limited series, Kaleidoscope (18:11), before we announce our top ten movies of 2022 (25:51). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Avatar: The Way of Water (10:08) & The Recruit (27:32), before discussing recent changes with the DC Cinematic Universe (33:24). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we argue over Twitter celebrity interactions (1:10), discuss our current movie watching experiences (5:23), review the finale of The White Lotus (14:55) and list our top ten tv shows of 2022 (32:38). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we delve into the world of reality tv to catch up on The Challenge (15:30), Survivor (29:08) and Winter House (34:47). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This week we review two new movies, The Fabelmans (14:05) & Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (28:13), before discussing The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (36:48), the season finale of Andor (40:24), Pitch Perfect: Bumper In Berlin (44:54), Wednesday (53:49) & Pepsi, Where's My Jet (60:10). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review The Menu (16:36), discuss Fleishman is in Trouble (28:06) and 1899 (40:46) & FINALLY say farewell to The Walking Dead (43:54). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (11:14), discuss Dave Chappelle's controversial SNL monologue (29:00) and say good-bye to one of Jesse's favorites, The Good Fight (39:52). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (11:08) & Blockbuster (27:40) before discussing our top five favorite detective movies/tv shows (38:50). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode Robbie gives his disappointing review of Armageddon Time (9:06), before we discuss Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities (17:42), The White Lotus (20:15), Saturday Night Live (29:08) & The Peripheral (39:17). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we react to the finale of House of the Dragon (12:24) before reviewing Ticket to Paradise (24:51), Black Adam (30:46), Don't Worry Darling (41:16) & more. For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we quickly review Halloween Ends (8:27) & Clerks III (12:44) before discussing the She-Hulk finale (15:45), the Winter House premiere (26:00) and recent episodes of Andor (37:30). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss two movies, Bros (16:12) and Barbarian (26:16), before reviewing The Resort (31:15), Werewolf By Night (33:45) & The Midnight Club (39:47). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode starts with a whole lot of nonsense, as we discuss Yom Kippur (0:37), Black Panther (8:18), humans in fantasy stories (10:20), The Challenge (22:08) & the Community movie (23:54). Then we actually get to the podcast and review the season premieres of SNL (26:34), Interview with a Vampire (35:33) and The Might Ducks: Game Changers (44:21). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss the new Star Wars show, Andor (6:41), and the finale to Big Brother 24 (18:46). We then quickly discuss a few movies, Meet Cute, Do Revenge and Speak No Evil (29:48). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we delve into the world of reality tv with The Challenge: USA (6:40) and Big Brother 24 (27:05). Then we end by discussing The Imperfects (39:51) and Reboot (45:16). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss season 5 of Cobra Kai (7:44), the 2022 Emmys (17:01) and Disney's recent D23 Expo (25:32). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we start out discussing all of the drama surrounding the upcoming movie, Don't Worry Darling (2:27). Then we discuss the premiere of Rings of Power (19:37), House of the Dragon (29:21), She-Hulk (40:44) and Rick & Morty (43:55). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we continue our discussion on House of the Dragon (5:00) as well as the finales of Only Murders in the Building (25:47) & The Rehearsal (34:17). We end by briefly reviewing the new documentary series, Welcome to Wrexham (41:21). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
With Robbie out this week, we're joined by Assistant to the Captain Dr. Ron. We discuss the premieres of House of the Dragon (7:55) & She-Hulk (34:40) before listing our top five coming of age films (44:40). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss the series finale of Better Call Saul (5:07) and the season finale of For All Mankind (24:15). Then we quickly review Sandman (47:48), The Rehearsal (50:00), Bullet Train (52:00), Bodies Bodies Bodies (53:32) & A League of Their Own (55:12). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss the penultimate episode of Better Call Saul (6:44) before reviewing Netflix's Sandman (28:51). Next, Robbie gives his thoughts on Paper Girls (35:00) & Bullet Train (41:14). We end with a brief review of Prey (45:45). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This week we return once more to Better Call Saul (6:38) before quickly discussing For All Mankind (17:17), Harley Quinn (21:34), Paper Girls (25:44) & The Resort (28:42). In preparation of a new Predator movie, we end with our top 5 80s action movies (32:37)! For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we dive deeeeeeep into Nope (6:56), including spoilers (16:43), before covering all of the major announcements at Comic-Con (36:53). We end by quickly discussing The Rehearsal (57:33) and Better Call Saul (102:29). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Nathan Fielder's new show, The Rehearsal (8:13), before discussing the latest episode of Better Call Saul (15:56) and AppleTV+'s Black Bird (27:49). We end by building of summer movie Mount Rushmores (33:49). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we share our mixed review of Thor: Love & Thunder (5:25), discuss the highs and lows of today's Emmy nominations (26:55) & celebrate the return of Better Call Saul (39:34). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we discuss the final two episodes of Stranger Things season 4 (8:02) and the first two episodes of Only Murders in the Bulding season 2 (29:39), before ranking our top 5 TV shows of 2022...so far (35:05). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Hulu's new series, The Bear (8:10), the finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi (22:08) and our top 5 movies of 2022 (so far) (37:13). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode begins with a brief discussion on the potential Jon Snow Game of Thrones spin off series (7:10) as well as the possible return of Chris Evans to the Marvel Universe (10:31). We then review The Old Man (12:06), Spiderhead (22:10) and Players (31:57). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we review Jurassic Park: Dominion (9:38) before discussing the season premieres of For All Mankind (22:18) & Ms. Marvel (30:03). We end by briefly discussing season 6 of Peaky Blinders (39:30) and Hulu's Fire Island (41:10). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
Sorry for the delay getting this week's episode up! This episode Jesse gives his thoughts on Top Gun: Maverick (3:07) before we review the deliciously disturbing third season of The Boys (11:44). We then discuss recent episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi (20:28), Barry (30:45) & Hacks (36:08). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we cover an all time pop culture weekend! Robbie shares his absolutely love for Top Gun: Maverick (5:20) before we delve deep into the new seasons of Stranger Things (18:17), including spoilers (32:20), & Obi-Wan Kenobi (42:34)! For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we react to the recent departures from Saturday Night Live (3:07) before discussing the mid-season finale of Better Call Saul (14:03). Next, we review Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers (29:13) and end by discussing our top 5 Tom Cruise films (36:26). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we cheer the return of Hacks (13:12) and The Challenge: All Stars 3 (19:46), before Robbie asks some questions about Outer Range (28:54). We end by discussing The Essex Serpent (or as Jesse calls it, The Serpent of Essex) (31:39) & the For All Mankind season 3 trailer (35:32). For more pop culture news and discussions, subscribe to our friends at Pop Culture Brain Daily by visiting https://popculturebrain.substack.com/subscribe
This episode we start by accidentally talking about The Real World (6:56) before diving into our review of Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (15:30). Next, we say good-bye to Ozark (37:15) before Robbie discusses Under the Banner of Heaven (43:25) and season 2 of The Wilds (44:50).
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Jesse is back and so are the timestamps! We start with an update from Jesse on what he's been watching (7:17). Then, we discuss AppleTV+'s Shining Girls (15:44) & Showtime's I Love That For You (23:36) before reviewing The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (29:42) & Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (37:29).
Still no Jesse, still no timestamps.
Norman Miller joins me as we talk through the premier of David Simon's new show "We Own the City, the season 3 premier of Barry, some quick thoughts on Tokyo Vice and finally we rank the top streaming services based on content.
When Jesse's away Robbie will play (and not track time stamps). Michael O'Rear (Stark Wars Pod) joins Robbie to talk about the Better Call Saul Premier. Then they react to Thor: Love and Thunder teaser. Quickly talk about Fantastic Beast 3 and what model of leadership is best for a movie franchise and finally wrap things up talking about Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Congratulations Jesse & Marie! This episode we celebrate Jesse's Wedding (0:28) before reviewing the new Netflix dating show, The Ultimatum (19:17), and the season finale of Severance (30:05). We then discuss the big Better Call Saul news (42:01) before ending with a brief discussion on the finales of The Dropout and Super Pumped (47:05).
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This episode we once again profess our love for Summer House (4:18) before reviewing the newest releases from Marvel, Moon Knight (11:38) & Morbius (20:51). Then we briefly cover Judd Apatow's The Bubble (25:46) before reviewing AppleTV+'s Slow Horses (29:29) & Hulu's The Girl From Plainville (34:45).
Well, this one is a doozy. This episode we spend a lot of time breaking down the Will Smith/Chris Rock incident (0:29) at the Academy Awards! Then we discuss the rest of the Oscars (25:53), review Halo (37:58), check in on Robbie's Euphoria binge (44:20) and close out with season 3 of Atlanta (52:53).
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This episode we review Deep Water (5:30) before discussing Minx (11:00), WeCrashed (10:02) & Summer House (26:25).
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This episode we discuss season 2 of Upload (11:20) and Netflix's The Adam Project (23:06) before being a little more critical of season 42 of Survivor (34:59) and The Challenge: CBS (46:33).
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This episode starts with Robbie's spoiler free rant on The Batman (8:50). We then discuss the plethora of "based on a true story" shows to premiere in recent weeks (23:27), including The Dropout (27:21), Super Pumped (31:02) & Winning Time (37:44). Finally, we quickly review new shows Our Flag Means Death (40:14) & From (44:40).
This episode we review AppleTV+'s Severance (12:35), the finale of HBO Max's Peacemaker (20:27), Netflix's Inventing Anna (27:00) & Amazon Prime's The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (37:16).
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This episode we discuss movie trailers & commercials that premiered during the Super Bowl (6:52), review the first three episodes of Bel-Air (37:19), discuss the current release schedules for several streaming shows (42:45) & try to figure out how future viewers will know how to watch The Book of Boba Fett & The Mandalorian (53:00).
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This episode we discuss the high and lows of Oscar nominations (9:40) before ranking the best picture nominees (21:24). Then we review Murderville (27:28), Pam & Tommy (35:30) and Jack Reacher (42:00).
This episode we review The Afterparty (6:52) & The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window (19:43). Then we end with a preview of Celebrity Big Brother (29:17) & the upcoming Beijing Olympics (39:27).
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This episode we review the return of Ozark (9:32) & the premiere of How I Met Your Father (17:56). Then we discuss our pop culture FOMO (26:18).
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Break out the champagne, it's time to celebrate our 100th episode!
This episode we discuss Station Eleven (10:26), Peacemaker (22:09), Yellowjackets (30:18) & Scream (37:33).
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This episode we briefly review Abbott Elementary (8:08), American Auto (10:29) & the finale of Dexter: New Blood (17:52) before revealing whether we're in or out on upcoming 2022 TV shows (18:46) and movies (45:50)...and we cover a lot of them!
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After catching up following our holiday break, we briefly discuss The Challenge (8:55) before reviewing Don't Look Up (16:49) and the fourth season of Cobra Kai (24:26). We finish by listing our top 10 movies of 2021 (31:22).
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This episode we enter full spoiler mode on Spider-Man: No Way Home (5:45) and then review HBO Max's Station Eleven (41:24) & Peacock's MacGruber (46:50).
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This episode we break down the season finale of Succession (6:07), review West Side Story (21:55) and Being The Ricardos (29:17) & run through our top 10 TV shows of 2021 (34:03).
This episode we discuss the penultimate episode of Succession season 3 (6:20) before checking in on some recent announcements from Marvel (22:38). Then we briefly review Licorice Pizza (29:47) & Belfast (33:38) before ranking the worst movies of 2021 (37:19).
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This episode we realize we forgot to talk about Hawkeye (7:41) before discussing a few older movies we've seen recently (13:50). Then we review Ghostbusters: Afterlife (17:09), King Richard (27:31), Tick, Tick... Boom! (34:45) & House of Gucci (44:30). Finally, we discuss season 2 of Saved By The Bell (50:36) & The Sex Lives of College Girls (53:00).
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This episode we review Red Notice (7:24), Home Sweet Home Alone (14:43) & Yellowjackets (24:57) before finishing with a round of In or Out on Disney+ Day (30:51).
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This episode we have a spoiler free discussion about recent Spider-Man: No Way Home (5:51) leaks before reviewing the latest Marvel movie, Eternals (8:50). Next, we discuss the premiere of Dexter: New Blood (26:51) and season 2 of Love Life (34:03). We end by giving a shout out to a fellow kickball friend for his work on the new Netflix rom-com, Love Hard (38:24).
This episode we celebrate the return of Curb Your Enthusiasm (10:15) and review season two of Locke & Key (17:14). Then, in anticipation of next week's election, we discuss our top five political movies (23:54)!
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This episode we celebrate the return of Succession (9:54), debate the quality of Dune (21:56), review season 3 of You (33:22) and discuss the season finale of Only Murders in the Building (38:18).
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This episode Robbie gives his spoiler free review of No Time To Die (7:35), before we discuss new trailers (13:07), the premiere of AppleTV+'s Acapulco (20:37) and the season finales of Ted Lasso (28:20) & Heels (39:17).
This episode we discuss the shocking ending of this season of Billions (6:52), the House of the Dragon teaser trailer (14:41), The Sopranos sequel The Many Saints of Newark (18:08), the return of Saturday Night Live (27:09), the finale of Squid Game (34:17) and the post credits stinger for Venom (51:52).
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This episode we rave about the Netflix phenomenon Squid Game (3:07) and discuss the premieres of Midnight Mass (14:10), Foundation (21:07) & Survivor (30:01).
We're back and ready to talk TV! This episode we remember Norm Macdonald (2:29) and discuss the Emmys (9:14), Y: The Last Man (18:18), Come From Away (30:43) & The Other Two (38:23).
This episode we discuss the tragic passing of Michael K. Williams (7:30), the release of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (12:42) & the return of Billions (25:50).
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This episode we review Only Murders in the Building (10:28), Vacation Friends (21:45) & Clickbait (29:14).
This episode we discuss the recent craziness around the Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer (10:00), review Netflix's The Chair (29:42) & try to determine if The Green Knight is really good or really bad (36:18).
This episode we review the STARZ series, Heels (7:53), as well as new movies Free Guy (16:10) & Coda (20:49). We end by wrapping out our discussions on Dave (26:00) & The White Lotus (34:00).
This episode we review The Suicide Squad (5:47), including spoilers (15:25), before a brief tangent on foreign tv/films (22:16). Then we discuss the new FX on Hulu show, Reservation Dogs (27:10), and offer our predictions for the upcoming season of The Challenge: Spies, Lies & Allies (37:32).
This episode we discuss Disney's Jungle Cruise (7:29) and HBO’s Woodstock 99: Peace, Love, and Rage (16:09) before quickly checking in on Love Is Blind (24:37), Dave (28:42), Kevin Can F*** Himself (32:05), Schmigadoon (33:51), The White Lotus (36:08) & Ghostbusters: Afterlife (39:31).
This episode we debate whether Old is a good movie (13:58), share our love for Ted Lasso (22:08) & discuss our top 5 favorite sports television shows (30:57).
This episode we review both Space Jam: A New Legacy (11:10) & Gunpowder Milkshake (21:14) before discussion the new AppleTV+ series, Schmigadoon! (29:41)
This episode we review the long awaited Black Widow film (9:33), discuss HBO's The White Lotus (19:45) & try to understand today's Emmy nominations (28:47).
This episode is a movie extravaganza. We start by reviewing No Sudden Moves (7:11), The Tomorrow War (19:40) & Werewolves Within (27:49) before hearing Robbie's crazy experience while seeing Zola in theaters (36:26). We end by briefly discussing Fear Street 1994 (51:15).
This episode we review the newest Fast and Furious movie, F9 (6:19), before discussing our top five tv shows (23:12) and movies (42:45) of 2021 (so far).
This episode we review Kevin Can F*** Himself (9:26) before discussing the return of Dave (20:51) and Rick & Morty (32:23). After a quick listener question (40:04), we end with our preview of F9 (46:27).
This episode we review Disney+'s Loki (11:01), HBO Max's In The Heights (27:21) & Paramount+'s Infinite (36:12).
This episode we review Netflix's Sweet Tooth (9:21) & Bo Burnham: Inside (20:16) before checking back in with Hacks (32:17). We ends by quickly discussing what else we're enjoying and looking forward to seeing soon (37:00).
This episode we give spoiler-free reviews of A Quiet Place Part 2 (9:30) & Cruella (20:54) before sharing our thoughts on the Hulu series, Panic (30:23). We end by briefly discussing Plan B (38:17) & M.O.D.O.K. (43:55).
This episode we review both Army of the Dead (10:36) and the divisive new season of Master of None (25:39) before looking at upcoming summer movies and deciding whether we're in or out (35:44)!
This episode we discuss the new Jean Smart comedy series, Hacks (11:09), review Sunday's shocking episode of The Mare of Easttown (20:40), check in on the midseason finale of The Nevers (30:12) & fill out an application for the new adult version of Legends of the Hidden Temple (34:00).
We start by reviewing the new Netflix series, Jupiter's Legacy (12:15). Then we delve into the plethora of new sitcoms, including Girls4eva (28:45), Rutherford Falls (32:25), Home Economics (35:30) & Mythic Quest (38:27). We end by discussing the different streaming services and debating which has the best user interface (41:26).
This episode we rave about season 2 of For All Mankind (9:10), debate Elon Musk's upcoming appearance on SNL (21:07) & dissect Marvel's newest Phase 4 teaser trailer (27:40). We then quickly discuss the season finale of Invincible (38:09) and the premieres of Cruel Summer (45:09) & Mosquito Coast (52:17), before finishing with the Summer House reunion (56:01).
We're back with a hodgepodge of an episode. We share our takes on For All Mankind (7:38), last night's crazy Academy Awards (13:36), Shadow and Bone (25:32), The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (30:52), Mortal Kombat (39:12), Mare of Easttown (44:56) & The Challenge (47:40)!
This episode we return to share our thoughts on The Mare of Easttown (10:40), review Nobody (26:39), check in on The Circle (32:05) & pour one out for Shameless (43:14).
This episode we absolutely lose our minds discussing Godzilla vs. Kong (12:43)! Then we come back down to earth to discuss HBO Max's Made For Love (27:54) & Paramount+'s The Challenge: All Stars (34:24).
This episode check in on the first episodes of The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers (12:51) & Invincible (23:22), before reviewing the second episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (28:27). We end my saying good-bye to one of our favorite sitcoms, Superstore (36:35).
This episode we go full geek as we discuss The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (15:51) & Zack Snyder's Justice League aka The Snyder Cut (31:29).
This episode we happily review The Mauritanian (10:47), share our frustration with the Academy Award nominations (20:52) & delve into the Swedish HBO show, Beartown (36:35).
This episode we discuss the season finale of WandaVision & debate whether deviating from source material should affect our enjoyment of movies/television (13:24). Then we head to our movie corner, where we review Prime's Coming 2 America (32:04), Netflix's Moxie (37:16) & Hulu's Boss Level (45:25). Finally, at long last, we discuss Veronica Mars and Robbie's recent binge of the show (46:30)!
This episode we start by rambling about Ginny & Georgia (1:00) & the Binge Mode podcast/Bill Simmons (8:37). Then we critique The Golden Globes (16:30), review Minari (34:28) & quickly go through Saturday Night Live (43:11). We end by discussing recent trailers for The Mighty Ducks series (47:18) as well as The Challenge: All Stars & The Real World Homecoming: New York (52:52).
This episode we start by rambling on about Veronica Mars (0:28) & Summer House/Winter House (3:07). Then we review new movies I Care A Lot (10:45) (spoilers at 17:36) & Nomadland (24:58) before getting into Saturday Night Live (32:11). We end with out thoughts on new sitcoms, Kenan (47:19) & Young Rock (49:47).
Welcome to a movie extravaganza! This episode we review HBO Max's Judas & The Black Messiah (11:50), with spoilers (22:28), strongly disagree on Barb & Star Go To Vista Del Mar (27:15) and bask in the insanity that is Willy's Wonderland (34:09). We end with a hodgepodge of the other movies we watched last week (41:30).
This episode we start by discussing last night's Super Bowl and our favorite commercials (3:34). Then we move on to TV Corner, where we discuss Summer House (13:37), WandaVision (24:51), Firefly Lane (34:56), Emily in Paris (37:37) & The Shield (40:07). Next, we enter Movie Corner, where we discuss In & Of Itself (46:21), Bliss (49:27), Tiger (51:17) & Fake Famous (53:42). We end by briefly discussing Saturday Night Live (56:40).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss their emotional response to Our Friend (6:55), how much they love the latest episode of WandaVision (17:47) & break down last week's Saturday Night Live (32:00).
This episode Jesse & Robbie delve into the new Netflix reality show, Bling Empire (11:59), discuss Carey Mulligan's film, Promising Young Woman (20:49), including spoilers (28:24), & preview upcoming episodes of Saturday Night Live (35:50).
This week Jesse & Robbie review the first two episodes of the new Disney+ Marvel show, WandaVision (8:37), praise Amazon Prime's One Night in Miami (24:39) & disagree on HBO Max's Locked Down (42:05).
This episode, Jesse & Robbie discuss the new NBC show Mr. Mayor (9:56) before getting into another edition of In or Out, where they look at TV shows premiering over the next few months (18:04).
Kickball Friends has officially been podcasting for a year! Thanks for all of our fans for joying us on this ridiculous journey!
This episode starts with a very special announcement (0:27). Then Jesse & Robbie review the third season of Netflix's Cobra Kai (7:22) before ranking their top ten movies of 2020 (23:58).
This episode Jesse & Robbie review HBO Max's Wonder Woman 1984 (3:39) and then rank their favorite TV shows of 2020 (17:17).
Thanks to all of our fans for helping us get to 50 episodes!
This episode Jesse & Robbie rave about the season finale of The Mandalorian (5:32), recommend HBO Max's The Flight Attendant (19:22) & review last week's episode of Saturday Night Live (29:11). We end by looking ahead to the next week in movies (40:01)!
This episode Jesse & Robbie rave about the premiere of The Challenge: Double Agents (5:05), have complicated thoughts on Netflix's The Prom (9:49), review their favorite SNL of the season (19:30) & end with a special In or Out, where they discuss all of the recent Disney, Hulu, Marvel & Star Wars news (30:00)!
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the season premiere of Shameless (7:20), break down this week's episode on Saturday Night Live (14:25) and review two new movies, Mank (23:35) & Freaky (27:31).
This episode Jesse & Robbie check in on the finale of The Undoing (3:12), review Peacock's Saved By The Bell reboot (8:26) & discuss Hulu's new romantic comedy, Happiest Season (22:19). We end with a very special appearance by Ali Lasher, as we rank our top 20 New Girl characters (28:21).
This episode Jesse & Robbie catch up with the most recent episode of The Undoing (8:40) & make predictions for next week's finale (12:08), preview the upcoming webseries Sequester (19:21) & discuss possible sitcoms for our next binge (32:27). We end with an exciting announcement (42:45)!
This episode Jesse & Robbie are a little harsh to HBO's Industry (11:56), debate Wonder Woman 1984's move to HBO Max and what that would mean for the future of movies (22:00) & discuss The Mandalorian's introduction of fan favorite characters from the expanded universe (34:321). We end by sharing what else we've been watching (42:00).
This episode Jesse & Robbie celebrate the results of the presidential election (0:29), have a lukewarm response to Moonbase 8 (8:28), review the most anticipated Saturday Night Live episode of the season (16:24), remember Alex Trebek (26:01) & finish by discussing the best political memes of the last week (31:15).
In this pre-election day episode of Kickball Friends, Jesse & Robbie review the season premiere of The Mandalorian (8:30), rate this week's episode of Saturday Night Live (17:02), break down the season premiere of Superstore (27:52) & discuss how television has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic (34:00).
This episode Jesse & Robbie review Prime's Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (7:53), joyfully discuss HBO's How To with John Wilson (18:12), recommend Netflix's Queen's Gambit (26:23) & rate this week's episode of Saturday Night Live (33:33). We end with a new edition of Meme Corner (45:56).
This episode Jesse & Robbie share their love of Netflix's The Trial of the Chicago 7 (7:27), try to understand the season finale of Lovecraft County (24:38), discuss the newest episode of Saturday Night Live (33:02) & review Hulu's short mockumentary, John Bronco (39:28). We end with a few of the other movies we watched last week (42:38).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss Netflix's The Haunting of Bly Manor (12:43), review season two of Amazon Prime's The Boys (23:12), disagree on this week's SNL (30:41) & recommend a new movie, Spontaneous (43:46).
This episode Jesse & Robbie review the season 46 premiere of Saturday Night Live (8:47), check in on season 4 of Fargo (21:40), discuss the upcoming Borat sequel (27:28) & say good-bye to season 1 of Ted Lasso (34:32).
This episode Jesse & Robbie disagree on Amazon Prime's Utopia (5:26), review Netflix's Sherlock Holmes spinoff Enola Holmes (20:13) & continue to praise Apple TV+'s Ted Lasso (28:58). We end by recommending Amazon Prime's Tales from the Loop (31:44) & Showtime's The Comey Rule (35:20).
This episode Jesse & Robbie share their thoughts on the quarantine version of the Emmys (10:22), check in on the always crazy Lovecraft Country (17:45) and take a stab at the "four movies you’re pretty sure you like more than anyone else you know" meme (28:00). We end with quick discussions on Antebellum, The Third Day, Your Honor, Enola Holmes & Cosmos: Possible Worlds (49:44).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the announcement that Jim Carrey will play Joe Biden on the new season of Saturday Night Live (5:19), our thoughts on the first season of Hulu's Woke (15:28) & our review of the Netflix sequel The Babysitter: Killer Queen (24:24:05). We end by discussing Sunday's table read of The Princess Bride (33:04) & a few other odds and ends (38:05).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the new delivery model for Amazon Prime's The Boys (5:10), marvel at the joy that is Ted Lasso (16:10) & try to figure out if Away is worth watching (23:08). We also cover a lot of random stuff, but you'll have to listen to find out more.
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the excellent adventure that is Bill & Ted Face The Music (9:46), the Superbad/Purge mashup The Binge (22:22) & the New Jersey water park documentary Class Action Park (33:08). We end by discussing Cobra Kai's arrival to Netflix (47:30).
This episode Jesse & Robbie accidentally talk about Love Island (5:00), discuss the unexpected second episode of Lovecraft Country (10:20), recap our TV swap of Avatar (24:30) and Black Sails (29:57) & finish with another edition of In or Out (36:00). Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a very special song from Jesse (1:02:28).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss Robbie's appearance on the online game show, Sequester (1:58), review the terrifying first episode of Lovecraft Country (20:18) & praise what might be the best movie of the year, Boys State (30:03). The show ends with quick recommendations of Ted Lasso (41:50) & Teenage Bounty Hunters (44:18).
This episode Jesse & Robbie disagree on HBO Max's An American Pickle (11:00), discuss their thoughts on the first week of Big Brother 22 (23:14), check in on Perry Mason (31:34) and try to sell each other on tv shows - Avatar: The Last Airbender (34:55) & Black Sails (43:05).
This episode Jesse & Robbie review season two of Umbrella Academy on Netflix (8:24), revisit Jesse's views on Brooklyn Nine-Nine (18:33) & discuss the rumored cast of Big Brother 22 (32:45).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the good, the bad and the ugly from this morning's Emmy Awards nominations (13:02), share our views of the survivalist reality show, Alone (38:39) & review Taylor Swift's surprise album, Folklore (48:05). There's also a lot of nonsense, but that's what you've come to expect from Kickball Friends!
This episode Jesse & Robbie start by discussing the news of two upcoming shows, Vanderpump Dogs (10:00) & the Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon (15:49). We then cover the season finale of MTV's The Challenge (24:56) before finishing with In or Out, where we debate the merits of Cursed (42:40), Psych 2: Lassie Come Home (45:46) & Down to Earth with Zac Efron (53:22).
This episode Jesse & Robbie review three (yes THREE) new movies: Hulu's Palm Springs (3:55), Netflix's The Old Guard (18:00) and Apple TV+'s Greyhound (27:26). We end by quickly checking in on Pluto TV (30:11), Quibi's remake of The Princess Bride (35:37), HBO's Perry Mason (40:37) and the horrible Money Plane (44:11).
This episode Jesse & Robbie delve into the event of the weekend - Hamilton being released on Disney+ (3:35). We're then joined by fellow kickball friend, Robbie Chernow, to go over everything Vanderpump Rules (13:00)!
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss what they watched over the weekend (10:27) , revisit Floor Is Lava (25:38) and count down their top five movies of 2020 (so far) (32:18).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the premiere of HBO's Perry Mason mini series (5:58), recent shows that failed to peak their interest (16:22) & their top five television shows for the first half of 2020 (24:03).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss two new movies: Judd Apatow's King of Staten Island (9:34) & Spike Lee's Da Five Bloods (23:23:00). We end with a final review of Love Life's first season (42:23).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss recent reality tv news, including mandatory departures from Vanderpump Rules & The Challenge (4:40). Then, with news of a potential Big Brother All Star season, they pick their dream cast...with a few rules (18:30). Next, they highlight their love for Bravo shows by creating their own, using the channel's stars and settings (30:50). Finally, they discuss the YouTube channels that bring them happiness during these trying times (45:02).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss current events (0:30), review the first season of Space Force (10:10) & dive into the first three episodes of Love Life (23:20). We end with Jesse's creepy experience watching The Vast of Night (33:00), Robbie's sheer joy from starting Vanderpump Rules (37:20) and whether Stargirl is worth watching (50:20).
This episode Jesse & Robbie lament the recent cancellations of Bless This Mess & Single Parents (7:08) and discuss the merits of #ReleaseTheSnyderCut (16:18). In honor of Memorial Day, they end by saluting the troops in the spirit of the podcast by going through their favorite movies and TV shows from each branch of the military (22:18).
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss Lil Dicky's FXX show Dave (no, not the Kevin Kline movie) (6:34), look back on the final season of Game of Thrones a year later (19:06), explain why The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt's interactive episode didn't work (31:50), celebrate the new podcast Wind of Change (37:24) and wrap up their coverage of Survivor: Winners at War (41:00).
After another quarantine check in, Jesse & Robbie review the new Bravo reality show Camp Getaway (6:34) and preview the upcoming finale to Survivor: Winners at War (14:32). We finish by quickly discussing what else we're watching (49:13) like Hightown, Rick and Morty, Dead To Me & more.
Jesse & Robbie are back with a new episode. We start off with our weekly relationship update (4:11) before discussing three new shows: Hulu's Normal People (13:04), Amazon Prime's Upload (24:06) & Netflix's Never Have I Ever (34:51). Finally, we quickly say whether we're in or out (48:35) on Apple TV+'s Defending Jacob, the season finale of Westworld & the season premiere of Billions before going into a rant about The Ringer (we only criticize because we love) (58:36).
This episode Jesse & Robbie share more about their love lives before jumping into a finale swap - Jesse watched the last episode on Outer Banks (8:26) & Robbie watched the series finale of Homeland (24:00). Then they check in our their relationships with current shows - going steady, separated or getting a divorce (36:04)? Finally, the discuss what they watched over the weekend and whether they would recommend it to our listeners (53:46)!
This episode Jesse & Robbie once again start off talking about their love lives (2:15). Then we review the new Netflix reality show Too Hot Too Handle (9:34) and marvel at the fifth season finale of Better Call Saul (20:15). We end with another edition of In or Out (40:40), where we discuss Devs, Briarpatch & Lego Masters.
Jesse & Robbie start out with another update on their love lives and this week it's Robbie with the story! They then discuss two new shows, HBO's Run (7:49) & Netflix's Feel Good (15:40). Next, they get into the penultimate (we hate that word) episode of Devs (23:24) & try to figure out how it's going to end. Finally, they review the recent SNL Home Edition (35:50) in this week's In or Out.
This episode Jesse & Robbie review the new Netflix action comedy Coffee & Kareem (7:23) and delve deep into the premiere of The Challenge: Total Madness (16:40). We end by discussing our quarantine programing (31:20), from comfort watching (The Office, Better Things, The Social Network & The Good Wife) to sci-fi films (The Platform & Predestination)
This episode, Jesse & Robbie share their thoughts on season 3 of Netflix's Ozark (5:20), discuss the phenomenon that is Tiger King and reflect on other, similar "one hit wonders" in pop culture (19:00) & then end with another edition of channel surfing (38:08).
Jesse & Robbie start off with another check in with their love lives before briefly discussing the new Netflix documentary, Tiger King. Then, friend of the pod, Jordan Rabinowitz joins us with his Mike Schur bracket and we break down all the match ups from The Office, The Good Place, Parks and Recreation & Brooklyn 99. There's not going to be any march madness this year, but this is a great alternative!
You can read about this and more at Jordan's blog: http://jordanrabinowitz.wordpress.com
It's our coronavirus special! Are you home in a self-quarentine with nothing to do? Well, we have some suggestions to help you pass the time while you focus on staying healthy. We start with our conflicting opinions on the new season of Westworld (5:42). Then, out of the blue, we have an unplanned discussion on the announcement that some current movies will also be made available to watch at home (15:02)! Finally, we delve into our suggested shows for your COVID-19 binge (20:26). Stay healthy, stay safe and let's watch some tv!
This episode starts off with another classic segment of dating corner before Jesse & Robbie discuss (without spoiling) the first two episodes of FX on Hulu's Devs (2:26), rant about the new Netflix movie Spenser Confidential (12:30) & try to understand the finale of HBO's The Outsider (22:12). The podcast ends with another edition of Channel Surfing (32:17), where they discuss Lego Masters, Kidding, Bless This Mess, Guns Akimbo & Reply All.
This episode Jesse & Robbie review the new Blumhouse film, The Invisible Man (3:05), go into spoilers about the movie's ending (12:38) and discuss how they and others can be smug when dealing with pop culture (21:11). Finally, they introduce a new segment, Channel Surfing (29:47), where they discuss Love is Blind, Dispatches From Elsewhere, Gentefied, I Am Not Okay With This & Altered Carbon.
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss their love for the new Amazon show Hunters, their feelings on the penultimate season of Better Call Saul & Jessica's rise in the reality tv villain rankings on Love is Blind. We finish with our first major In or Out disagreement when discussing the upcoming season 3 of Westworld.
It's 24 hours later and Jesse & Robbie have binged High Fidelity. Find out what we loved, what annoyed us and how long Jesse can complain.
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss the ridiculous new Netflix show, Love Is Blind, this weekend's release of Sonic the Hedgehog, movies that we've walked out of and the new Hulu series, High Fidelity. We end with a special Locke & Key edition of In or Out.
Jesse & Robbie are all over the place this episode. They discuss the return of Summer House, the debut of Briarpatch, their relationships (real or imaginary) with other podcast hosts and the first season of Locke & Key. In preparation for Season 40, they finish with a special Survivor "In or Out."
Jesse & Robbie are back to say good-bye to The Good Place, have a postmortem discussion on Cheer and debate the merits of The Art of Self-Defense. We end with In or Out...this time focusing on Super Bowl movie trailers!
This episode Jesse & Robbie discuss movies they saw this weekend: The Gentlemen, Waves & Richard Jewell. Then they discuss the pros and cons of binge watching before moving on to this week's edition of In or Out. They finish the show by discussing the recent passing of Kobe Bryant and what he meant to them.
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Kickball Friends. This episode we review 1917, discuss who has the best post-Game of Thrones career, debate whether the passage of time affects our views on television shows and look ahead to TV in the first half of 2020.