Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the two beloved versions of Miracle on 34th Street—the 1947 original and the 1994 remake. We explore how each film captures the magic of Christmas, with a special focus on the evolution of its characters, the deal with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and how each one succeeded in a variety of ways. Tr…

Send us a text Sometimes life doesn't go your way. Or in George Bailey's case, it almost always goes the polar opposite of your way and you end up being a huge curmudgeon but that's showbiz baby! In this weeks episode, we dive into the 1946 holiday classic It's A Wonderful Life, exploring why it's so beloved, what messages it really sends and why t…

Send us a text The hills are alive and we couldn’t be happier about it! In this episode, we explore the beloved 1964 movie musical The Sound of Music and uncover the fascinating true story behind the von Trapp family. From their life in Austria during the rise of the Nazi regime to their journey as a traveling musical troupe in America, the real vo…

Send us a text These days, it seems like everyone wants to skip right from Halloween to Christmas and we aren't having it! Join us this week as we dive into everything that makes fall awesome: from the unbeatable fashion to our favorite movies and songs. We also crown King and Queen of the fall, help you make a nice autumnal playlist and examine th…

Send us a text This week, we're mashing up all kinds of Halloween talk. From scary sleepover games to horror movie villians, we get into the scary, the boring and everything in between. Trigger Warning: Discussions of murder, suicide and sexual assault. Tags: Frankenstein, Dracula, It, Pennywise, Halloween, Michael Myers, Light as a feather stiff a…

Send us a text Do you like scary movies? We sure do and this is one of our favorites! Join us as we dive into the iconic 1996 horror film Scream and examine its clever blend of satire, suspense, and slasher tropes. How did Scream revive an entire genre? Tune in and find out! Homework Scream (Max)Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text In this chilling episode, we dive into the infamous case of Lizzie Borden, the woman at the center of one of America’s most notorious unsolved murders. On August 4, 1892, Lizzie's parents were found brutally slain in their Fall River, Massachusetts home, and Lizzie quickly became the prime suspect. Join us as we explore the gripping …

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into one of the most famous and controversial UFO abduction stories: the Travis Walton case. In 1975, while working with a logging crew in Arizona, Walton allegedly encountered a UFO and was missing for five days. His story has captivated UFO enthusiasts and skeptics alike, raising questions about extraterres…

Send us a text Six strangers are summoned to a mysterious mansion on a stormy night. Each guest, adorned with intriguing backstories and eccentric personalities, soon discovers they are being blackmailed by their enigmatic host, Mr. Boddy. When Mr. Boddy is found dead, chaos ensues as the guests—Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. Peacock, Mr. Green…

Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the life and legacy of Kurt Cobain, the iconic frontman of Nirvana. We explore Nirvana’s troubled start, rise to fame and effect it had on the 90s grunge scene. We also reflect on Cobain’s troubled genius, his struggles with fame and addiction, his tortured relationship with Courtney Love and the co…

Send us a text When we started researching this episode, some of us (Liz) knew little to nothing about the last Queen of France, Marie Antoinette. 38 pages of notes later, we learned a LOT. So much so that it took 48 minutes to get to the "Let them eat cake" portion of the program. Join us as we discuss this iconic figure, the highs and lows of her…

Send us a text On October 14, 1987, 18-month-old Jessica McClure fell into a well in Texas and the world stood still. Join us this week as we dive into the three day rescue, the dark mark it left on one of the heroes involved and how it inspired the 24-hour news cycle as we know it today.Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text In our season 2 premiere, we're discussing heading back to school! We know how hard it can be for kids and parents alike so we have compiled some of our favorite back to school topics: our feelings as parents, what's cool to wear, tips to ease the transition and school supplies. And speaking of school supplies, we dive into the surpr…

Send us a text Girl Scouts was a topic chosen almost entirely to have the chance to discuss the 1989 classic "Troop Beverly Hills" but ended up being so much more. Join Greg and Liz as they dive into the history of the organization, the Oklahoma Girl Scout Camp murders, the movie and most importantly, the cookie of it all. Trigger Warning: murder, …

Send us a text Join Greg & Liz as they dive into the history of tabloid talk shows, how they evolved into reality tv, the man who turned trash tv into an empire and the murder that changed everything. TW: Beastiality Homework Dark Side of the 90's - S1E1 - Trash TV: Dirty and Deadly (Hulu) The Money Shot: Trash, Class and the Making of TV Talk Show…

Send us a text Babysitting. Seems like a simple concept but there’s a lot more to it than meets the eye. Join Greg and Liz as they discuss the evolution of babysitting, the surprising role the women’s movement had on the industry, how society and horror movies turned babysitters into the perfect victim and whether or not The Babysitter’s Club is ac…

Send us a text In today's episode, we're talking all things summer! From our cookout staples to summer playlist, the smells of summer to the proper way to dress a pasta salad and Now and Then to Wet Hot American Summer...we cover it all. So grab your swim trunks, lotion up those stems and join us for this big summer blowout! Now & Then (Prime) Wet …

Send us a text Join us this week as we journey back in time to understand The Seven Wonders of the World. We start with Liz listing off her dead wrong list of what she THOUGHT they were and move on to figuring out WHY they were so important. We then break down each wonder, what made them special and where they stand today. Finally, we discuss the m…

Send us a text 2024 has been an especially hard year for celebrity losses, particularly July 11-13, 2024. What started out as an episode to honor Shelley Duvall turned into an In Memoriam for Shelley, Richard Simmons, Dr Ruth and Shannen Doherty. In this episode, we honor their lives, their work and the amazing legacy they all have left behind.…

Send us a text In the summer of 2023, Greg began a year-long campaign to do an episode on Gladiator. No, not the Oscar-winning 2000 historical drama... the 1992 Brian Dennehy/Cuba Gooding Jr boxing movie that no one remembers. And as hard as Liz tried to explain to him that no one wanted to listen to a podcast about a movie with a 31% approval rati…

Send us a text From matchmaking to makeovers...join us as we examine the classic Jane Austen novel "Emma" and the iconic 90s film "Clueless" that was inspired by it. We'll unpack the similarities and differences between Emma Woodhouse and Cher Horowitz, examining how each character navigates their social spheres and give Amy Heckerling all the prop…

Send us a text Grab your sparklers and join us as we dive into the Fourth of July! We go way back to discuss what a petty bitch John Adams is and why Greg is such a Foundie*. Then we move to our childhood celebrations, the time Greg fell in love under the McCoy Stadium lights and why it's important to bring a dish to certain cookouts. We also break…

Send us a text On today's Very Special Episode, we're discussing Very Special Episodes! Nothing was more unnerving than your favorite sitcom trying to unpack a whole ass trauma in 22 minutes and we can't wait to break down some of our favorites. From Jessie's caffeine pill addiction to Will's absentee father issues, we cover some of the most import…

Send us a text Get ready to clean out those lockers because we are talking the last day of school! From the last day debauchery to embarrassing yearbook mishaps, we get into what it is that makes the end of the year so dang special. We also discuss two of our favorite last day of school movies: Dazed & Confused and Can't Hardly Wait. Homework Dazed…

Send us a text On May 30, 2024, we entered (more) unprecedented times when a former U.S. President was convicted on 34 felony accounts. But what does it all mean? Join us this week as we bring in political expert (and Liz's dad) Guy Dufault to help us break down the crime, the conviction, what it means for the future and how the hell we ended up in…

Send us a text In 2015, thousands of marriages imploded when the user list for the affair-seeking website Ashley Madison was leaked. In 2024, Netflix released a documentary that shines a new light on what really happened. Join us this week as we dive into the company, the scandal, the lies and the men who told them. Homework Ashley Madison: Sex, Li…

Send us a text Get ready for the time of your life because we’re talking movie soundtracks this week! We count down our top soundtracks from the seventies through today (even if Old Man Greg doesn't think they make good soundtracks anymore.) Join us as we discuss the music, the scenes they remind us of and go off on multiple tangents about weird fa…

Send us a text Everyone knows Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone...or did he? Join us this week as we dive into one of the greatest inventions of all time and also the one most likely to ruin society completely: The telephone. We discuss the men that almost invented it, the race to patent it, the evolution that happened because of it and …

Send us a text Every mom experiences mom guilt but some really should. If you've ever slept with your teenage sons friends, allowed your 10-year-old daughter to pose in Playboy or raised your kids to run a crime ring, we're talking about you! Join us this week as we make ourselves feel better by diving into the worst of the worst moms and also rand…

Send us a text Grab your magic umbrella and sail into this episode as we discuss (almost) everyone's favorite nanny, Mary Poppins! From the heartbreaking origin story to the 1964 classic and the 2018 remake, we break down the legacy and meaning behind this classic tale. We also dive into the impact it has had, the accusations of racism and divulge …

Send us a text "He's just not that into you." Six words that launched a tv episode, a best selling book and a major motion picture starring pretty much every actor in Hollywood. But what does it mean? Join us as we dive into how such a simple concept opened the eyes of millions of women, why it holds such a special place in Liz's heart and how we c…

Send us a text In this episode, we lace up our skates and hit the ice for a nostalgic journey through the iconic Mighty Ducks trilogy. From the underdog story of misfit kids turned hockey champs to their international adventures and then weirdly back to high school competition, we dissect the quacky charm, memorable moments, and enduring legacy of …

Send us a text People have always been obsessed with celebrities but some take it further than others. Join us this week as we dive into the world of celebrity stalkers: the psychology behind it, the lengths some will go to meet their obsessions and what mental illness so many of them have in common. Plus, Liz details her top five celebrity obsessi…

Send us a text Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of record-breaking feats from the iconic Guinness Book of World Records. From the most hot dogs to the longest kiss, the tallest to the tiniest, we explore our favorites and revisit one of Greg’s favorite games: 9 or 90.Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text Join us as we dive into the lore of The Illuminati. From Angels and Demons to Beyonce and Jay-Z, we discuss what’s real, what isn’t and how something called “Operation Mindfuck” turned the Illuminati into what it is today.Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text While Dan Schneider is best known for cranking out hit show after hit show for Nickelodeon, the new docuseries Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV lifts the veil on the seedy underbelly of kids entertainment. Join us this week as we discuss the hostile work environment, inappropriate behaviors and crimes that exist behind the oran…

Send us a text Join us in this episode as we delve into the mischievous world of “Problem Child” and its sequel. From Junior’s ”hilarious” antics to Trixies troublmaking, we dissect the good, the bad and the Gottfried behind these classic nineties films.Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text Kathy Nicastro Luongo was found murdered in the parking lot of City Hall in Warwick, Rhode Island on May 20, 1984. Though the details of that day remain a mystery, two real estate agents turned citizen detectives have made it their mission to find out what happened. We are joined this week by Ben Kean, who discusses his ties to the c…

Send us a text In a surprising move, Greg chose the 1988 sobfest "Beaches" as the topic for this week. Join us as we discuss the movie, explore our own lifelong friendships, pinpoint the common symptom you had to have to die in the eighties and go off on multiple tangents that have absolutely nothing to do with Bette Midler. Homework Beaches (Prime…

Send us a text Step into the world of sex, drugs and rock 'n roll as we take an look into one of the most iconic bands of the last century. From the lineup changes to the tumultuous relationships, join us as we dive into the music, the mayhem and the mysticism that is Fleetwood Mac.Af Greg & Liz

Send us a text Imagine owning the world's greatest love songs, by the greatest voices of our time, in a once in a lifetime collection...well, you can't because no one has CD players anymore. But you can listen to us discuss them! Join us as we dive into some of the most beautiful songs of the 80's and 90's, break down the incredible videos and reev…

Send us a text Inspired by finding a copy of “Memoirs of a Geisha” at a local thrift store, this weeks episode focuses on one of histories most incredible living works of art: the geisha. We explore their history, separate fact from fiction and celebrate the artistry of these iconic figures. We also take a closer look at the 1997 historical fiction…

Send us a text The documentary "The Greatest Night In Pop" revisits one of the most groundbreaking moments in music history: how a night in January 1985 brought together 45 of the most successful musicians in the industry and Dan Akroyd to help fight the famine happening in Ethiopia. Join Greg and Liz as they discuss the documentary, the killer lin…

Send us a text Nickelodeon holds a special place in the hearts of our generation, and for good reason: it always put kids first. Whether it was the game shows we knew we could beat, the original stories we couldn't have dreamt up or how it made all of our Saturday nights that much better, it couldn't be beat. Join Greg and Liz as they hop on the or…

Send us a text How many interesting things are there to say about Mean Girls? The limit does not exist! Join us as we dive into the movie and the book that inspired it all. Unpack the nuances of friendships, cliques, gossip, reputations, teasing and so much more in this weeks fetch episode. Homework Mean Girls (Paramount) "Queen Bees & Wannabes: He…

Send us a text We're staying right on top of that, Rose, with this week's episode about the nineties cult classic, Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead. Join us as we dive into the casting shakeups, how it thrived after being a box office failure and finally break down the insane plotlines in this roughed up classic. Come check it out once the dish…

Send us a text Milli Vanilli was one of the most popular musical acts of the late eighties and early nineties but their success would be short-lived once it was discovered that they were faking the whole thing. But how did two young guys from Europe manage to fool the entire music industry? With a lot of help, it turns out. Join Greg and Liz as the…

Send us a text Have you heard there's a rumor in St Petersburg? Turns out, there was so much more to the tale of the Princess Anastasia than her mysterious end. Join Greg and Liz as they dive into the road that lead to the famous mystery: from Tsar Nicholas II's ill-fated reign that resulted in a revolution to the families close ties to the mystica…

Send us a text Nothing says the end of the year like a pop culture roundup! Join Greg and Liz as they dive into the biggest headlines of the year. From Bravo's Scandoval to Barbie's Box Office Bonanza, from Gwyneth on the stand to Taylor in the stands, we discuss all the stories that gripped the nation this year, as well as what New Year’s Eve look…

Send us a text We are closing out our Christmas series this week with the creator of one of the largest home light displays in all of Rhode Island, Adam Wotherspoon. We talk through his inspiration, how one actually pulls off a "Griswoldian" display, and what he really thinks about strangers driving by his house every night. We also get into the de…