My Darling's Distractions: Recent Episodes
My Darling's Distractions
Just because you love something, doesn’t mean you need to be an expert, right? Each episode we interview each other about something we say we love, and then we quiz each other to see how much we really know.
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The whole family joins in to talk about participating in Matilda the Musical with REACH Youth and Family Theatre
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Deb shares a few college experiences and takes a Big 10 mascot quiz
The whole family comes together to share our love of the new Mario Bros movie! Luke quizzes the family on Mario Bros music.
Did you know there was a Super Mario Bros. movie released prior to 2023? Yeah, me neither. But Luke sure did! What's that movie all about anyway? Let us explain...
*There are NO SPOILERS for the new 2023 Super Mario Bros. movie.
This year for Halloween Deb faces her fear of the movie Paranormal Activity … by watching a much less scary movie in the least scary environment
Join the family as we talk about our recent trip to Southern California, we also check in with listener voicemails
We are back for a summer episode, this time we get carried away by the songs of the summer
The kids of MDD join us this episode to talk about one of our favorite family activities, family video games!
Ok, Distractors, welcome to our longest episode yet. Sorry? It may be the self-indulgent mix tape medley. Or it’s the twenty listener voicemails we received to honor the birthday boy! Either way, buckle up, split it up, and laugh it up as we learn a little more about our darling 40-year-old: LUKE!
Deb and Luke look at the toys that have distracted them as well as the toy commercials that they can still sing along to today.
Are you ready for some football??!! This episode we see how much Deb genuinely loves the old gridiron.
For the benefit of Mr. Kite there will be show tonight on MDD, Luke and Deb will both be there, Beatles knowledge all laid bare, what a scene.
We have a special guest this episode to help us show some love to an actor who we can all agree is … just the best
It’s Part 3, our final installment of A Very Twin Christmas! Thanks for listening! Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas!
It’s part 2 of 3 in Deb and Liz’s twin Christmas project! You’re invited to drop in on a Christmas conversation for “the family”. Maybe some of our favorite holiday songs are some of yours too!
It’s part 1 of 3 in Deb and Liz’s twin Christmas project! You’re invited to drop in on a Christmas conversation for “the family”. Maybe some of our favorite holiday songs are some of yours too!
It’s time to play the music.It’s time to light the lights.It’s time to meet the Muppets on the Muppet Show tonight!
We’re going camping now we’re on our way!! Join us as we sit in the great outdoors with a bunch of friends to reminisce about camp.
It’s Friday night, and the mood is right, gonna have some fun, show you how it’s done … TGIF!
This might be Luke’s first big miss on choosing a topic as we discuss an actor that may not be as important to Deb as he is to Luke.
Remember that one song… yeah, that one that brings back all the feels? In this episode we assemble the songs that take us back to a moment in time.
It’s our time capsule episode, and weirdly turned into a baseball episode. We didn’t fare well when it came to trivia, but we sure had fun hearing from our friends.
MDD has a quarantine check in, and also a conversation with one of our darling distracters, Allison.
Cruuuuuise! This episode Luke and Deb recount their most recent adventure in cruising the Caribbean Sea
This episode we are joined by friend of the show Mike as we dive into the world of the Oscars. Hooray for Hollywood! That screwy, ballyhooey Hollywood!
New year, new episode. We take time again to hear from our listeners. Thanks listeners!
Deb and Luke sit down for a little Star Wars Destiny quiz, favorite Star Wars character talk, and some Rise of Skywalker predictions.
Sister of the show Liz takes over this episode to pit Luke and Deb against each other. Join us on this very special, “twinny”, birthday evening.
By voicemail request (and under threat of a negative review) Deb and Luke record on location with the “Super Friends”. Join us for this jam packed episode full of Disney love!
This Halloween Luke faces one of his childhood fears, the action thriller movie “Aliens”. Deb, Mike, and Kristen join in for some support, and some teasing. Warning to any little ones, this episode is a little on the spooky side. Listen along … if you dare.
Grab some cocoa or a mug of hot Tang (it’s a thing) and take a seat by the fire as we listen to voicemails from this fall. We also go back in time to when Matt interviewed Deb and me from Wisconsin. Snuggle up for this coziest of episodes.
We start season 2 with a recap of Siouxpercon and then Luke quizzes Deb on her knowledge of contemporary Christian music of her past. Ever wonder what “Jesus Freak” would sound like on the NES? Listen to find out.
Come along darling as Luke and Deb reminisce about year one of podcasting. Then Deb quizzes Luke on how well he remembers the last 15 years of marriage. No way that this could go bad …. right?
This episode we hear from you! We listen to your voicemails and emails. Thank you! Check us out at mydarlingsdistractions.com Spotify playlist mentioned: Intro music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
Some questions are answered, new questions are raised. Join Deb and me with special guests as we look back at ABC television show LOST. Intro music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
Join Deb and me as we quiz some of her family about their knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Most … participants … ever.
Join us as we take the show on the road. We visit Deb’s brother Matt in Wisconsin and learn an abundance of facts, figures, and misadventures from the life of Matt.
Joined by Deb’s brother Steve, this episode we bask in the glory of some of the greatest film scores of the 80s and 90s. Here is a Spotify playlist with all of the tracks used in the quiz: Intro music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on...
You ask, we listen. We respond to a listener voicemail request. Join us as we challenge each other to TV show intro quiz. Intro music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
See if you can Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast Deb along with two special guests as we take a look at one of the ultimate reality competition shows, Survivor! Intro: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail with your comments, questions, and corrections. Don’t be shy, and hey, you might just end up on the show. Listen to the episode for details.
Settle in for a long one this time around. Deb takes Luke to task on his video game knowledge. Here we goooooo! Intro Music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
This episode we are joined by 3 very special small guests to talk about a show they all enjoy. Intro music: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
This episode we dive into one of Deb’s favorite quirky movie genres. Intro: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
We are joined this episode by Mike and Kristen as we dive into the TV show “The Office”. Intro: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/monstercatm…DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocke…4898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocke…4898cd3fee89d0
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!! Join us as we talk about what distracts us during the Christmas season. Merry Christmas, everyone. Intro Music: JINGLE BELLS by Tokyo Machine Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmiGLSG8wYE&list=PLe8jmEHFkvsaDOOWcREvkgFoj6MD0pQ67&index=2&t=0s
We are joined this week by Deb’s twin sister Liz for some “twin talk”. Then we test both girl’s knowledge of Broadway Musicals. Seize the day! Intro: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 Twin Talk: The...
Alright here is the Black Friday deal you have been looking for … one free bonus episode of My Darling’s Distractions! Deb and I talk about what we love about Thanksgiving. Intro music: TheFatRat – Prelude https://lnk.to/tfrprelude Ending music: JJD – Sugar High Listen to the track here –
I sit down with Deb to test her knowledge on kids live action programming of the 90s. Intro song is LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/monstercatm…DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocke…4898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocke…4898cd3fee89d0
A bonus SPOOPY episode. Find out what distracts Deb and Luke in good and bad ways during Halloween. Intro: SPOOKY by Tokyo Machine from Spooky Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4JybagjaBy9Y3UplgebTiQ iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/spooky-single/id1297013108?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_4968922c54e2bc105cb3dafb1e698bc0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/spooky-single/id1297013108?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_4968922c54e2bc105cb3dafb1e698bc0 Ending: Spooky Doorway by Ben Prunty from The Darkside Detective Listen on Bandcamp: https://benprunty.bandcamp.com/track/spooky-doorway
This episode Deb challenges Luke’s knowledge of Star Wars. Get ready everyone and set phasers to FUN! Intro song is LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0
Luke talks with Deb about one of her favorite actors. Music Credits Intro: LUV U NEED U by Slushii from Rocket League x Monstercat Vol. 1 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/monstercatmedia/playlist/5A7t00DC3dP7htDmFsjF2I iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=itunes&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 iTunes Download Link: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/album/rocket-league-x-monstercat-vol-1/id1241516490?uo=4&app=music&at=1000lK3L&ct=LFV_179225d14358cd09824898cd3fee89d0 Quiz Me Baby: The Chase by Televisor Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R9lO4ZYNxU Listen on Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/track/0Ob5VEvTUuGyMnYOR9q9Lo Young Love: This...
Now with 100% more Paige … Luke quizzes Deb and her sister Paige on a number of topics both girls claim to love. Who will be the winner of the first ever “Sister Face Off Challenge”?
Episode 1! We just thought it would be fun to record ourselves, and see if anyone else gets a kick out of it like we do. In a strange way it was exactly what we needed to do.