On Wednesdays (rescheduled from Tuesdays), we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. We've sadly come to the end of A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In the final episode, "Adieu," Alexander says some very difficult goodbyes. Have your monogrammed hankie ready. Only Murders in the Building kicked off its fourth season with a cross-country round trip before ending up back in the building... where there was another murder. There was a lot of hand-holding and si...
Aug 28, 2024•39 min
Each Tuesday (formerly each Wednesday, but stay tuned for new shows tomorrow instead), we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This week, we got more of Sawyer's backstory, aka why he hates himself and wants everyone else to hate him too. Next Tuesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 9, "Solitary." Tomorrow, we'll say "Adieu" to A Gentleman in Moscow and "Hello" to season 4 of Only Murders in the Building .
Aug 27, 2024•22 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a children's book that maybe scared Terri a little: Little Red and the Big Bad Editor , by Rebecca Kraft Rector with illustrations by Shanda McCloskey. Terri's random recommendation is a follow-up to her movie games rec from last month: A movie game/community on Substack called Movie Fight Club . (And don't forget about her own Substack, Too Old for Cool !). In the archives , we discussed some unexpe...
Aug 22, 2024•21 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This week, the flashback dial spun to Charlie, so we got to find out about his story and also see him become a hero and quit heroin, so that's quite a win for him. Next Tuesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 8, "Confidence Man"; we're switching our Lost discussions from Wednesdays to Tuesdays to accommodate Only Murders in the Building on Wednesdays. We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our fav...
Aug 21, 2024•19 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 7, "An Assembly," Alexander has to face some hard facts: His little girl is growing up, and he's going to have to let her go--and go far, far away. Next week, we'll discuss the finale of the series, "Adieu." We'll also kick off our next series watch: Only Murders in the Building , season 4! Since those are dropping on Tuesdays, we'll be discus...
Aug 20, 2024•20 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is actually an app that helps her keep track of some of her library finds (and make them Instagram-ready). It's called Bookmory . Terri's random recommendation is more of a PSA: Don't take pity on sweet-looking young people going door to door and invite them in. And if you do let a stranger into your home, don't show them your electric bill. In the archives , we checked in on the joys of homeownership ,...
Aug 15, 2024•23 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This week, we got another set of flashbacks and another wait, what ? revelation, although it was not as shocking as Locke's "this island restored my ability to walk" news. Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 7, "The Moth." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorite segments, like a library find and a visit to our archives.
Aug 14, 2024•17 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 6, "The Fall," a crisis prompts Alexander to test the limits of his confinement. His hotel family (and his keeper, Osip) must work together to protect him, just as he strives to protect Sofia. Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the seventh episode of the series, "An Assembly." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of our other current TV watch/rew...
Aug 13, 2024•16 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find this week is another kids' nonfiction book that relies on a scatological title to grab the attention of reluctant readers (see also: Butt or Face? ). This one's called Fish Farts: And Other Amazing Ways Animals Adapt by Joanne Settel. Terri's random recommendation is a new venture from actor, author, and audiobook narrator Julia Whelan. It's called Audiobrary , and we'll be interested to see how it doe...
Aug 08, 2024•18 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This episode brought Jack to the brink, as he was haunted (maybe literally?) by his dad and his past demons, so much so that he ran himself right off the side of a cliff. The good news is that Locke was there to save the day, so that Jack could resume his job as de factor leader and mom to all. Mentioned: The Lostpedia page on this episode . Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 6, "House of the Ri...
Aug 07, 2024•15 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 5, "An Arrival," Alexander gets a crash course in fatherhood and learns it's very different from being the fun uncle. Mentioned: A Screenrant recap of this episode . Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the sixth episode of the series, "The Fall." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of our other current TV watch/rewatch, Lost ....
Aug 06, 2024•16 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find this week is a movie that somehow seems to be very popular in her library system: Sasquatch Sunset . If you're looking for an adventure/comedy told entirely in grunts, this one's for you! Terri's random recommendation is a book she thinks is worth your while: Hands of Time: A Watchmaker's History by Rebecca Struthers. It's especially appealing in the audiobook version, narrated by Anna Ploszajski. In th...
Aug 01, 2024•23 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . In this episode, we got more of Locke's back story, which also gave us more a lot more to wonder about when it comes to the properties of this island. On the parenting tip, Michael searched for a babysitter and decided on someone who doesn't speak a word of English. Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 5, "White Rabbit." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorite segments, like ...
Jul 31, 2024•14 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 4, "Good Times," Alexander has become a gentlemanly waiter, and is realizing that life in the hotel is not representative of life in the real world. And by the end of the episode, he's become a surrogate father (...maybe grandfather, at this point) again. Mentioned: Brian Grubb , a TV writer who always appreciates the line "We're not so differ...
Jul 30, 2024•17 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is another scary nonfiction series for children: Deadly Biters (including Grizzly Bears Bite!, Piranhas Bite!, Hippos Bite!, and more). Mentioned: The similar series Animal Battles and Who Would Win? . Terri's random recommendation is a set of games that test your knowledge of movies, actors, fun facts, and the way they all intersect: Cinematrix , Movie Grid , and Movie Pyramid . Mentioned: The This Ha...
Jul 25, 2024•18 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This episode, "Tabula Rasa," focused on flashbacks to Kate's back story, so we learned more about how she was pursued all the way to Australia by a U.S. Marshal (if not exactly why she was in his sights). We also saw a real parenting win when Locke recovered Walt's dog, but let Michael be the hero who reunited the two. Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 4, "Walkabout." We'll be back tomorrow wit...
Jul 24, 2024•18 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 3, "The Last Rostov," the Count's reckoning with all the changes in his world brings him to the brink, but a kindly beekeeper rescues him. He also deepens his relationships with Anna (the actress) and Osip (the official who supervises his captivity). Plus. Nina's back—as a teen know-it-all. We can relate. Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the fourth...
Jul 23, 2024•14 min
Here's what's on our minds (and playlists) this week: Catherine's library find is a book she judged by its cover. Glassworks 's art and blurbs appealed enough for Catherine to give this debut novel by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith a try (it also happens to be on the Staff Picks table at her library right now, chosen by another staff member). It's a creative, but uneven, tale of four generations trying, and often failing, to connect with and support one another. Terri's random recommendation is the lates...
Jul 18, 2024•20 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . Happily for Catherine, the second part of the pilot was much less migraine-inducing than the first part. The castaways are likely not as happy, as they are dealing with mysterious monsters, mysterious fellow passengers, and mysterious raw fish dishes. As for parenting, we're giving Michael a pass for now, but he's going to need to step up his game. Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 3, "Tabula R...
Jul 17, 2024•16 min
On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow , a limited series on Paramount+. "An Invitation," the second episode of eight, did in fact bring a couple of invitations (some threatening, some not), along with a secret expansion of the Count's living quarters and--sadly—the departure of his young friend, Nina. Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the third episode of the series, "The Last Rostov." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of o...
Jul 16, 2024•16 min
Each Thursday, join us for a weekly roundup that's an update on our most recent podcast format. We'll bring you a library find, an update from Terri on life or pop culture or whatever's on her mind, and a pick from our archives. Catherine's library find this week is a lushly illustrated children's picture book called Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson, with art by Sharon King-Chai, because there's always room for another animal alphabet book (especially when it's this beautiful). Mentioned: Some of...
Jul 11, 2024•18 min
Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property--something one or both of us has watched and wants to revisit, or something we missed the first time around. We're kicking it off with Lost , which premiered almost 20 years ago. Terri enjoyed it, in all its convoluted weirdness. Catherine hasn't seen it before, but is willing to risk migraines to find out more. Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 2, "Pilot Part 2." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorit...
Jul 10, 2024•17 min
Welcome to a new and improved Parenting Roundabout podcast! About a year after our last reinvention , we're switching things up again. As parents and parenting writers, we can’t help but see everything through a parenting lens. But as our kids have become adults, we find ourselves more interested in getting caught up on movies and streaming than on going over the same parenting topics over and over. So since we’re pretty sure we can find parenting wisdom anywhere, we’re going to talk about what ...
Jul 09, 2024•16 min
On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine needed some tech support, and Terri needed to spend a lot of time following the latest Taylor-Travis news. Mentioned: The Senior Swifties Sideline . What we're watching : After watching the Ripley TV series, we decided to visit/revisit the 1999 movie, The Talented Mr. Ripley . Tom and co. are younger, in color, and more focused on music than visual art (no detours to the Italian Renaissance) in this version, but there's no cat! Mentioned: Purple Noon , a F...
Jul 02, 2024•51 min
On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine reported on her son living it up in NYC, seeing lots and lots of theater. Mentioned: A past episode in which we discussed a BroadwayHD presentation of She Loves Me . What we're watching : We finished up season 3 of Bridgerton with episode 7, "Joining of Hands," and episode 8, "Into the Light." Yay for Penelope and Colin, but there were too many Bridgertons and altogether too much going on in this season. We wanted more Polin, less everything else (but stil...
Jun 25, 2024•49 min
On our latest weekly roundup, Terri went to the New Jersey Special Olympics, and now will never hear How Far I'll Go from Moana the same way again. What we're watching : We're into the second half of Bridgerton season 3 now and watched two episodes: 5, "Tick Tock," and 6, "Romancing Mr. Bridgerton." While thrilled to be engaged to Colin, Penelope is now juggling her secret identity, her fractured friendship with Eloise, and some serious scheming from Cressida. Catherine's library find this week ...
Jun 18, 2024•43 min
On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine's dogs are getting a little too close to nature, while Terri's pup seems, thankfully, not to follow in the footsteps of her predecessor. What we're watching : In the final episode (for now) of Ripley , "Narcissus," Tom's got a pretty good thing going in Venice, including a new friend played by John Malkovich. On Bridgerton 's season 3, episode 4 ("Old Friends"), it's finally time for the carriage scene everyone's been waiting for—although Terri thinks Lord...
Jun 11, 2024•54 min
On our latest weekly roundup, home improvements continue (in the Midwest) and are regretfully declined (in New Jersey). What we're watching : In episode 7 of Ripley , "Macabre Entertainment," Tom does some scrambling in Sicily but pulls off another escape in the end. On Bridgerton 's season 3, episode 3 ("Forces of Nature"), it's time for the old suitor switcheroo as Lord Debling shows an interest in Penelope and Colin comes to his dang senses and sees what's been in front of him the whole time....
Jun 04, 2024•47 min
On our latest weekly roundup, some of the men in our lives are dealing with excessive amounts of mulch (or bark, or wood chips; whatever the terminology, there is too much of it ). What we're watching : In episode 6 of Ripley , "Some Heavy Instrument," the law starts to close in on Tom, in the form of Inspector Ravini, played wonderfully by Maurizio Lombardi . Mentioned: The murderous leg of lamb episode of Alfred Hitchcock Presents , based on a story by Roald Dahl . On Bridgerton 's season 3, e...
May 28, 2024•57 min
On our latest weekly roundup, it's Catherine's turn to deal with an outage, as the water main near her home was shut down (by the same project that caused a gas leak a few weeks back). What we're watching : In episode 5 of Ripley , "Lucio," we caught up with the flash-forward that started the series off: Tom dragging a dead body down the stairs of an apartment building, very noisily and bloodily and under the watchful eye of a handsome cat . Then we jumped back 150 years to season 3 of Bridgerto...
May 21, 2024•52 min
