Kirsten and Sarah discuss the wild age difference between Winnie Foster and Jesse Tuck and explore the striking similarities between Tuck Everlasting and Twilight. Content warning: from 44:00 on, we discuss grooming and abuse.

Animaniacs

Feb 3rd, 2021 47m 12s

In a short but sweet episode, Sarah and Kirsten talk Steven Spielberg, the Children's Television Act of 1990, and Animaniacs fanfiction. Also discussed is pandemic media and which cereals are the best. Email us at [email protected]!

Star Wars Extended Universe

Jan 29th, 2021 1h 6m

In our final (bonus) episode on the Star Wars universe, Kirsten and Sarah talk Rogue One, the Mandalorian, Solo, and the infamous Star Wars Christmas Special. We ask the important questions, such as: Is Rogue One appropriate for kids? Do droids

Star Wars Episodes VII-IX

Jan 27th, 2021 1h 44m

In our final installment of the Skywalker Saga, Sarah and Kirsten discuss the very recent history of racist fans, disappointing plot lines, and Reylo fanfiction. Please send all complaints, arguments, praise, and Reylo fan art to [email protected]

Star Wars Episodes I-III

Jan 13th, 2021 1h 21m

Sarah and Kirsten dive into the Star Wars prequels and discuss bad dialogue, racial stereotypes, and of course Jar Jar Binks. Other topics include: Hayden Christiansen's acting, George Lucas' ex-wife, and the awkward age difference between Padm

Star Wars Episodes IV-VI

Jan 6th, 2021 1h 9m

In the inaugural episode of our four-part Star Wars series, Kirsten and Sarah discuss George Lucas' roots as a filmmaker, real life political inspirations for the story, and issues of representation in the original Star Wars trilogy.

Annie

Dec 28th, 2020 59m 31s

Sarah and Kirsten dive deep into the origins of Little Orphan Annie and discuss its transformation into the Broadway musical we know today.

Home Alone

Dec 14th, 2020 1h 11m

Sarah and Kirsten discuss the overwhelming suburban whiteness of John Hughes movies and how horrible Kevin's parents are. Sarah defends the forgotten third Home Alone movie.

Santa Claus, Pt. 2

Dec 7th, 2020 53m 1s

In part two of our series on Santa Claus, Kirsten and Sarah discuss how 20th century commercialism plays into our modern understanding of Christmas. Also discussed: Elf on the Shelf, dental hygiene, and Christmas in 2020.

Santa Claus, Pt. 1

Nov 30th, 2020 54m 38s

Kirsten and Sarah discuss the early history of Santa Claus, from Saint Nicholas in 3rd Century Turkey to the first department store Santas in the United States. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

A Wrinkle in Time

Nov 23rd, 2020 1h 13m

Sarah and Kirsten unpack religious controversy, neurodiversity, and dystopian worlds in a Wrinkle in Time. They also spend entirely too long laughing at bad special effects and trying to understand physics. Email us at [email protected]. Theme m

The Hardy Boys

Nov 16th, 2020 48m 52s

Kirsten and Sarah unpack racism, fatphobia, and bland female characters in the Hardy Boys series and brainstorm their ideal CW reboot. Email us at [email protected] with questions, comments, and suggestions. Theme music by TheSocials.

Nancy Drew

Nov 9th, 2020 1h 18m

Sarah and Kirsten explore the history of American literacy, dime novels, and Nancy Drew's racist past. We're now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more. Be sure to subscribe and rate us 5 stars! Email us at [email protected] with

Casper the Friendly Ghost

Oct 29th, 2020 1h 22m

In the inaugural episode, Kirsten and Sarah unpack Casper the Friendly Ghost and talk about how the character evolved from the 1945 animated movie to the 1995 live-action movie. Have questions, comments, or suggestions for future episodes? Emai

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