Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and today we're kicking off a new watch. Duster is a '70s period piece with a cast full of familiar faces, starting from the top with Josh "Sawyer" Holloway. Will we get parenting tips from a show about a guy mixed up in organized crime and the FBI agent who recruits him as an informant? We will! Mentioned: IMDB (helpful in identifying those familiar faces). Next Wednesday, we'll continue with episode 3. "You're No Good." ...
Jun 04, 2025•23 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . It's a new season, with a new setting and a bunch of new characters, so of course the flashbacks tread some very familiar ground. Jack has daddy issues! We get it! Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 2, "The Glass Ballerina." Tomorrow, we'll kick off a new watch (with Lost roots, in the form of JJ Abrams and Josh Holloway): Duster ....
Jun 03, 2025•19 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is Libby, an app that she uses to borrow audiobooks. She knew it could also be used for e-books, but was thrilled to find that you can also find print magazines on the app. Get behind that paywall with a library card! Terri's random recommendation is almost two hours of new music from Morgan Wallen , on an album called "I'm the Problem." Mentioned: Disney Peaceful Guitar tunes on her instrumental playlist...
May 29, 2025•27 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point. This season finale gave us some nice sibling moments, especially with Jackie, but also some highly predictable and annoying sitcom developments. Will we re-sign for season 2? That's going to depend on what else is on. Mentioned: The season 2 finale of Shrinking . Next Wednesday, we'll kick off a new show, one that reunites JJ Abrams and Josh "Sawyer" Holloway: Duster , on HBO Max. We'll...
May 28, 2025•16 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This two-hour season finale was packed full of story, lore, old and new characters, plot developments, and general weirdness. If it weren't for Lostpedia , we'd really be... lost. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 1, "A Tale of Two Cities." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Point. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs....
May 27, 2025•35 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find commanded her attention thanks to its subtitle. It's The Minimum Method: The Least You Can Do to Be a Stronger, Healthier, Happier You by Joey Thurman. Hard to say no to that! Terri's random recommendation this week switches things up by introducing an Internet conundrum. Can anyone explain this phenomenon to her? In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2021 on improving the parent portal . Next...
May 22, 2025•24 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . While we couldn't help but be charmed by Sandy's romantic gesture (it involved Taylor Swift), we were frustrated by the entirely predictable sitcom move of Lev breaking up with Isla. She tried! Mentioned: The Wedding Singer scene that inspired Sandy and hey, that's Macauley Culkin ! Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 10, "Game Seven," the season finale. We'll be back tomorro...
May 21, 2025•20 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . In this episode, Michael tries to play the Dad Card ("I'm the dad, so I get to decide") while also being shamed for not knowing much about his kid. It's not going to go well for him. Mentioned: A Design Mom argument on how dads can really protect their kids (hint: they don't need guns). Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episodes 23 and 24, "Live Together, Die Alone" (the two-part season finale). Tomo...
May 20, 2025•26 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a Wordle-based romance called A Five-Letter Word for Love by Amy James, who we congratulate for hopping on a trend. Mentioned: Previous find Cutting Teeth and identifying a Hallmark movie with AI . Terri's random recommendation is a new EP from one of her faves, HARDY. It's called Country! , in case you forgot that he was a country artist (given his other recent output). Mentioned: "Hide My Gun" from P...
May 15, 2025•28 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . We love Kate Hudson's performance here, but struggle with the predictable sitcom plots. We protest any trouble in Isla's relationship. Let her keep her very nice fiancé! Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 9, "The Playoffs." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.
May 14, 2025•16 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . In this episode, the title of which is indeed simply a punctuation mark, a lot of dreams and a few flashbacks led us to... another hatch, which spies on the original hatch. And in more magic-island evidence, this hatch has a working printer. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 22, "Three Minutes." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Point.
May 13, 2025•24 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is from the category of "passive-aggressive board books that are really not for babies" (and the subcategory of "children's books by celebrities or celebrity-adjacent people"). It's Let's Put That Away: My First Book of Organizing by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin of The Home Edit , with (adorable!) illustrations from Hsinping Pan. Mentioned: Kiki & Jax: The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship by Marie ...
May 08, 2025•24 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Poin t. We continue to enjoy the performances here, and many of the jokes, but think the writers are consulting the sitcom tropes playbook a bit too often. Mentioned: Joe Mande , a writer and producer on both The Good Place and Parks & Rec; Shrinking . Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 8, "The Streak." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup....
May 07, 2025•13 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . The "two" of the title might refer to the unlikely pairing of Ana Lucia and Jack's father, Christian Shephard, or to the two castaways who lose their lives in the shocking final minutes of the episode. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 21, "?." (That's not a typo.) Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Poin t.
May 06, 2025•20 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a picture book called Bear in a Bathrobe by Maddie Frost . Check out the cover to see the bathrobe—and the matching ice skates. Mentioned: Back After This by Linda Holmes. Terri's random recommendation is a qualified plug for the AeroPress coffee maker , which works well under specific circumstances. In the archives , we checked in on an episode from 2019, reporting on the critters in our lives . Next ...
May 01, 2025•31 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . This episode had the entirely predictable sitcom move of "angry rant is recorded and broadcast," as well as the now-common for this show move of "Marcus saves the day." Mentioned: Grizz and Dot Com on 30 Rock , Councilman Jamm on Parks & Rec , and Take Your Child to Work Day . Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 7, "A Special Place in Hell." We'll be back tomorrow with ou...
Apr 30, 2025•19 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This episode gave us Rose and Bernard's story (turns out, Bernard is ... a lot) and showed us that Rose and Locke have something in common. Meanwhile, pieces are being put into place for a confrontation with the Others as the end of the season draws nearer. Mentioned: Michael Emerson (who plays Not-Henry Gale) on his wife Carrie Preston's show, Elsbeth , and his own show, Person of Interest . Next Tuesday, we'...
Apr 29, 2025•21 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is The Wedding People , a novel by Alison Espach that's circulating heavily at her library and lived up to the hype. Mentioned: The movie Elizabethtown . Terri's random recommendation is a writer she's shouted out before, Brian Grubb. This time, he's got a take on Reacher that delighted both Terri and her husband. If you haven't watched the show, here's a scene to give you a taste. In the archives , we ...
Apr 24, 2025•21 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . This episode brought us the inevitable falling-into-a-pool-in-formalwear moment (three out of five Gordons), which is definitely some kind of sitcom law. And though raised by a single mom, Jackie shows he's savvy enough to play Mom against Dad, or in this case, brother against brother. Mentioned: Retta and Ike Barinholtz praising Max Greenfield's dance moves on Good Hang with Amy Poehl...
Apr 23, 2025•15 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This episode was nothing but sad, as we flashed back to Hurley's time in a psychiatric hospital and learned more about who was (and wasn't) there with him. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 19, "S.O.S." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Point. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.
Apr 22, 2025•24 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a series of children's early chapter books starring a rat named Ratnip . And yes, there's one about a slice of pizza . Terri's random recommendation this week is a celebrity podcast. We'd only do this for Amy Poehler ! Mentioned: The Afterparty and the Parks & Recollection podcast . In the archives , we checked in on an episode from 2016 (!) on the parenting finish line . Mentioned: Our discussio...
Apr 17, 2025•27 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point. This week, two brothers are entirely absent, but the other two are uncomfortably close, as Ness camps out at Sandy's pristine (clearly child-free) home. Meanwhile, Isla's usual "flip the script, come out on top" plan doesn't come together by the end of the episode. Mentioned: Korean dol ceremony and Brian Grubb's " Customer Reviews of the White Lotus Family of Resorts ." Next Wednesday,...
Apr 16, 2025•19 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . In this episode, we get yet another reminder that Locke's pre-island life was a real bummer, in case we forgot. And his comfortable island life in the hatch is upended too. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 18, "Dave." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Point . This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs....
Apr 15, 2025•19 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is Menopause Makes: Empowering Sewing Projects to Relax Your Mind, Cool Your Body, and Ignite Your Creativity . It's a book that hops on a trend and gives it a twist. But we're not sure if it's going to have the intended effect. Terri's random recommendation this week is two comedians that the Facebook algorithm has decided (correctly!) that she, a person of a certain age, will enjoy: Brian Kiley and An...
Apr 10, 2025•23 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . The episodes certainly follow a pattern, but they are enjoyable and make us laugh. And after this one, we're ready to hire Marcus as a parenting coach. Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 4, "Doljanchi." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.
Apr 09, 2025•12 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . In this episode, surprise! We're going to need another cradle. Also surprise (not really): Henry Gale isn't who he says he is. Mentioned: The " Got any milk? " scene and My Girl Barks on X. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 17, "Lockdown." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Running Point ....
Apr 08, 2025•18 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a cute kids' game that can be played solo or collaboratively. It's called Cat Crimes and seems like a twist on Clue for young players (there's no murder!). Terri's random recommendation this week is Facebook groups for any ailments or fancy medications you might be taking. It's a techie upgrade on bonding with fellow patients in a waiting room. In the archive s , we checked in on an episode from 2017...
Apr 03, 2025•27 min
Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Running Point . So far, the show has ups and downs (like a sports team does!), but there's a lot to like—especially the performances of Kate Hudson as the lead and Brenda Song as her best friend. Mentioned: Song and her partner, fellow child star Macaulay Culkin . Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 3, "The Travis Bugg Affair." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup....
Apr 02, 2025•17 min
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost . This episode showed that the women of the island are just as inclined as the men to run off on a dangerous errand in the jungle (well, Kate will join in no matter who's going). Also, we missed Sawyer's baby-whispering skills. Mentioned: George Clooney in the storm sewer on ER . Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 16, "The Whole Truth." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Ru...
Apr 01, 2025•20 min
Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a cool service called LibriVox that offers free public domain audiobooks, read by volunteers. Terri may have found her next volunteer job, as a "prooflistener." Terri's random recommendation this week is mahjong solitaire, which she plays on the Mahjong Titan+ app and on the AARP website . In the archives , we checked in on an episode from 2023 on good mom moments (elusive, but so exciting!). Mention...
Mar 27, 2025•21 min
