Amy & Paul take on all comers for 2010's Edgar Wright comic extravaganza Scott Pilgrim vs. the World! They discuss Michael Cera's unusual casting as a feckless player, learn about Scott's original fate in the film's first cut, and revisit the era of pop-culture hyperliteracy that birthed this story. Plus: comparing the film with Scott Pilgrim's recent anime ... Show More
Jun 11
Die Hard 2 (with Jorma Taccone)
With Amy reporting from Cannes, Paul welcomes Jorma Taccone for a Dealer’s Choice episode on Die Hard 2, the explosive sequel that takes John McClane to a snowbound airport under siege. Together they make the case for one of action cinema’s most underrated follow-ups, celebrating ... Show More
1h 15m
Jun 4
Josie and the Pussycats (with Joanna Robinson)
While Amy is off at Cannes, Paul welcomes Joanna Robinson for an Unspooled Critics’ Choice episode on Josie and the Pussycats, the 2001 musical comedy that was lightyears ahead of its time. They revisit Harry Elfont and Deborah Kaplan’s razor-sharp satire of pop music, consumer c ... Show More
1h 7m
May 28
The Baby-Sitters Club (with Rob Anderson)
Paul and Rob Anderson takes the reins for a Critics’ Choice episode with shining a spotlight on The Baby-Sitters Club, the earnest, deeply ’90s adaptation of Ann M. Martin’s beloved books that deserves far more respect. Together they revisit Stoneybrook’s summer adventures, from ... Show More
1h 15m
Nov 2023
A Celebration of Scott Pilgrim
When I'm around you, I kind of feel like I'm on drugs. Mal and Jo are back to talk about ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.’ They discuss Scott, Ramona, and all the returning characters in this new show, as well as their love for the 2010 movie, ‘Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World’ (7:09). Later ... Show More
1h 45m
Feb 2024
Some time with…Scott Weinger (Part 1)
<p>The ladies sit down with Steve Hale himself (or was it Steve Peters?), Scott Weinger, to talk about his time as the unforgettable love interest of D.J. on 50 episodes of Full House.</p> <p>And while we’re talking ‘90s nostalgia, let’s not forget - he’s the voice of freakin’ Al ... Show More
41m 23s
Jul 2023
'The O.C.' 20th Anniversary: Season 1, Episodes 2 and 3
Bill, Jo, and Juliet continue the 'O.C.’ Hall of Fame tribute by immediately diving into their favorite scenes and overly dated nitpicks for the show’s second episode, "The Model Home." They quickly pivot to its iconic follow-up, "The Gamble," which ignites a discussion about the ... Show More
44m 15s
<p><img style= "display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src= "https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/show/89428/THEM.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="250" />Jim dedicates this episode to the memory of his parents, Jim & Phyllis, who would have celebrated their 70th Weddi ... Show More
