Karen and Janet wrap up the show's fantasy series by discussing two iconic films from the 1980s: Legend and Willow. Renowned spoken word artist, poet, author, and children's book writer, Bao Phi, joins the ladies in this phantasmagorical fête of demonic proportions.
There are no words to describe the depth of our sorrow at the sudden, untimely death of Kimberly Eaton. She wasn't just a life force-- she was larger than life. We were blessed to know her, be friends with her, and to have her grace our show with her beautiful, lively, sharp-witted presence. As a tribute to her, we are sharing her episode from 2020 with the world once again.
This week, Karen and Janet gab with journalist Justin Finch about the pleasures-- guilty or otherwise-- of watching onscreen female characters getting even with their lying, cheating, and possibly dead husbands. Specifically, they take a closer look at the 1996 classic comedy, THE FIRST WIVES CLUB, and compare it with the more recent (and more excellent) Steve McQueen-helmed heist thriller, WIDOWS. It's a one-two punch for our season finale!
What does it take to be a strong, independent, boss lady? Two and a half years ago, a whole posse of kick-ass boss ladies came together to make a movie that grapples with this question. Yet, despite its solid pedigree, hilarious script, and talented cast, the film was given short shrift by critics and audiences alike. That film was Little, and this week Karen and Janet pay tribute to this highly underrated comedy gem.
New Year, new block of films! We’re kicking off 2021 with our Girl Boss series, celebrating badass female characters who take control of their own narratives. In this episode, Karen and Janet are joined by award-winning filmmaker, Agustin McCarthy, to discuss both the pleasures and problematic nature of 2001’s Legally Blonde.
New Year, new block of films! We’re kicking off 2021 with our Girl Boss series, celebrating badass female characters who take control of their own narratives. In this episode, Karen and Janet are joined by award-winning filmmaker, Agustin McCarthy, to discuss both the pleasures and problematic nature of 2001’s Legally Blonde.
Karen and Janet wrap up the show's fantasy series by discussing two iconic films from the 1980s: Legend and Willow. Renowned spoken word artist, poet, author, and children's book writer, Bao Phi, joins the ladies in this phantasmagorical fête of demonic proportions.
There is a movie. It has animals. And baby oil. Much baby oil. There is a man. He is known as "Dar." He is... THE BEASTMASTER. Join your hosts, known as Karen and Janet - and their guest, known as Adele Ray, as they figure out approximately how many loincloths the movie went through during production. CA-CAW!
HOCUS POCUS first cast its spell upon movie audiences nearly thirty years ago and since then has built a steady fanbase that spans across multiple generations. In this Halloween edition of the pod, Karen, Janet, and special guest, Emily Richmond, look back at the whys and wherefore of the film’s cult following.
Ever wonder what it’d be like to magically become “The Most Popular Girl”? Or win the heart of the high school football captain and dance to your heart’s content during your “Finest Hour”? What could “Top That”?
Come join Karen and Janet as they examine the first "So Bad, It’s Good" movie of the series, the cult classic '80s extravaganza, TEEN WITCH.
A glimpse into the early genius of Dave Chappelle, set in the '90s movie haze of New York City. Wherein surprisingly wholesome dude-friends hug, scheme, and fundraise in order to save one of their own in Half Baked. Abracadabra.
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