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SoL-Mates: Love and MST3K

A podcast about Love, Relationships and Mystery Science Theater 3000!
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Episodes

Munchie and So Long, Roger!

We all have limits - and ours is Munchie . Host segments: bad in the bad way; stupid, sexy Flanders; come-muffins; digging deep into Munchie; Joe Don Baker Meatslammer Salon; age-appropriate crushes; flavor-blasting research; we have ALL sorts of questions about Munchie; punchable face; Paula Poundstone as Munchie; meet your new stepdad, Joe Pesci!

May 28, 20241 hr 31 minSeason 7Ep. 13

SST Deathflight and the Worst Mile High Club

We rocked it back to the KTMA era with a listener request for SST: Deathflight and boy are our arms tired. That works, right? Host segments: MiMi has no Farrah-do; if Burgess Meredith doesn't like you; roll a constitution check against Senegal flu; a drinking problem; the old-guy love triangle; so 80s; we cancel ourselves; oh, wooow.

May 14, 20241 hr 33 minSeason 7Ep. 12

Rifftrax The Visitor and Using Appropriate Birth Control

What a weird, wild, wonderful ride we had with this episode's movie, The Visitor brought to us by Rifftrax. (CW domestic abuse and abortion) Host segments: Jeff, a well-known Capricorn, apologizes for stereotyping; inaccurate depictions of Southern children; evil cabal do nots; check out the grape stomping reporter; this child is unusable.

Apr 30, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 7Ep. 11

Deathstalker and the Warriors from Hell and Potato Lust

It's listener requiest/fan favorite time with Deathstalker and the Warriors From Hell . You know there's bat facts, too, right? (CW: Sexual assault in film context) Host segments: medieval bat facts; creative potato seasoning options; it's a myth, Jeff; peplum goo; nickled and dimed at the Renaissance Faire; how Jeff really feels about Everything But the Girl; soundtrack by Falco; polling everyone's stance on boobies.

Apr 16, 20241 hr 21 minSeason 7Ep. 10

Santo in the Treasure of Dracula and the Unkindest Cut of All

The SoL-Mates head back into Heston territory with the ill-fated first Gizmoplex premiere, Santo in the Treasure of Dracula . Host segments: wrestlers vs. science; Joe tells us the lore of Count Redrum; RELEASE THE BOOBY CUT!; we find out about Porn Studies; wrestling vs. time travel; quality vs. quality - do these beautiful cuts work against production?; we learn way too much about Lisa Rinna; all hail the White Dot; going to bed early is awesome.

Apr 02, 20241 hr 21 minSeason 7Ep. 9

The Girl in Lovers Lane and Wastin' Away in Dannysburg

Boy, oh boy - did The Girl in Lovers Lane set us to dreaming about a place we've never seen. Host segments: spring break antics; everyone check on everyone else; Go-bos; dealing with street toughs; a brief history of Jack Elam; f**k politeness; Danny and the City; I can't live in Dannysburg, but I'd love to visit.

Mar 19, 20241 hr 29 minSeason 7Ep. 8

The Magic Voyage of Sinbad and Reinventing Yourself

IT'S NOT SINBAD. Host segments: No Red Lobster for you; we catch Joe out on a horse technicality; Sadko vs. Sinbad; Sister Beech is back; we find out some things about Joe Namath; let Sadko be Sadko, Joe's mansies; why is it always "Red, Red Wine?"; chicken etiquitte; the friends was the bluebird, etc.

Mar 05, 20241 hr 20 minSeason 7Ep. 7

Rothrockuary Episode 4 - Martial Law 2 and Boobs Aren't Worth It

We've come to the end of Rothrockuary (TMTMTMTM), and we find out that the kicking and punching were the friends we made along the way. Host segments: Karate boss logic; this is now a Billy Drago fancast; Jeff tells you more about martial arts; gender and fighting; get thee behind me, Beefcake Ponytail; let's talk about Jeff's body grease; how Devori really feels abou this movie; please don't scorpion kick a SoL-Mate.

Feb 27, 20241 hr 17 minSeason 7Ep. 6

Rothrockuary Episode 3 - Marital Law and Pizza Delivery Boys

We're about halfway through Rothrockuary (TMTMTMTMTM) and boy are our arms tired. From all the punching. Host segments: Quantum Rothrock; Jeff schools us all; our old, old bodies; poor Kyle; dabbling in crime never works; Chad McQueen is perfectly adequate; why aren't we going full Footloose ?; it's just terrible folks.

Feb 20, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 7Ep. 5

Rothrockuary Episode 2 - Honor and Glory and Big Women

We're continuing Rothrockuary with the baffling and not even a little bit endearing saga of Honor and Glory . PS - although this movie is about two sisters, their names are not "Honor" and "Glory." Host segments: Devori's strange jealousy; just call her Chesty; Jeff and Joe's weird stuff; Count Dante's Dojo; the green bean rules of engagement; a lot of Depp hair gel.

Feb 13, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 7Ep. 4

Rothrockuary Episode 1 - Rifftrax Supercops and Two Ladies at the Same Time

We're kicking off a month of episodes with the first Rothrockuary (TM TM TM TM) installment In the Line of Duty 2: The Supercops (starring Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh). So PUNCH in and join us for a KICKING good time. (They're martial arts movies.) Host segments: so many plot points; "Do You Wanna Funk" redux; a brief history of Cynthia Rothrock; What even is this movie?; Was Chow Yun Fat in this movie?; just to be clear - this is a comedy podcast.

Feb 06, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 7Ep. 3

Cinematic Titanic: Danger on Tiki Island and Marital Satisfaction

Host segments: strange casting requirements; sex orgy v. fertility festival - you decide; my name is Handerson; yes, but what kind of doctor?; fun times at the faculty mixer; how anti-nuclear should this be?; excellent theme song; Howie the Crab-core.

Jan 23, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 7Ep. 2

Rifftrax Live Plan 9 From Outer Space and Fifty and Flirty!

It's listener request time! It's also Jeff's birthday! So you know what that means - it's time for the Rifftrax take on Plan 9 From Outer Space . (Also, check out MST3K artwork of our friend, Brad Nelson here and throw him some $$$!) Host segments: not enough JoCo; what was your first time with Plan 9 ?; what is the rhyme or reason of this plan?; trying a new ad break; Jeff doesn't do two Wikipedias; so many guys.

Jan 09, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 7Ep. 1

Bottle Episode 2023 and DIY Fails

Join the SoL-Mates as we look back on the past year in podcasting and MST3K and plan for the upcoming season. And, you - yeah, you - who skips these "recap" episodes because they're not "new" content, we have some real revelations for you, so skip at your own peril. Host segments: stuck again, kaiju problems; crowdfunding disappointments.

Dec 26, 20231 hrSeason 6Ep. 26

Holiday Minisode 2023 - The Spirit of Grumpy Cat

Surprise! It's another SoL-Mates Holiday Movie Swap! We're discussing the joys of our selected holiday films, Grumpy Cat's Worst Christmas Ever (2014) and The Spirit of Christmas (2015). Learn more than you could ever want to know about Hallmark/Lifetime Christmas movies! Appreciate the sarcasm of Aubrey Plaza outside of Parks and Rec . Host segments: Tangerine , where art thou?; Is Grumpy Cat not required viewing?; Jeff takes offense; the improbably named Tilky Jones....

Dec 19, 202332 min

Rifftrax Star Wars Holiday Special and Extreme Furries

We're doing it. We're ripping off the bandaid and tackling the Rifftrax take on The Star Wars Holiday Special . Wow - was it bad. But we came away with an extra dose of holiday cheer and a lot of information about this cluster-f**k. Host segments: Joe still loves eggnog; a convenient documentary; the holiday special that almost wasn't; what does it mean to be a Star Wars family?; the secret world of wookees; Cold War Existential Dread; generational disconnect; seeking Tim Conway; Devori will pro...

Dec 12, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 6Ep. 25

Prince of Space and Upsetting Underwear Situations

We decided to try to cleanse our palates after last week's fare with a fan favorite from Japan - Prince of Space . What we discover is that the arms of Godzilla vs. Megalon are long and taint everything they touch. Host segments: we like it very much; keeping your eye on those axis powers; what's up with Wally and Suzy?; Japanese cram schools; can chicken swim?; that's his burden.

Nov 28, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 6Ep. 24

Godzilla vs. Megalon and International Incidents

Oof - this isn't our favorite Godzilla flick. Or kaiju flick. Or...anything. It's not our favorite anything. Host segments: Jeff's hot dog predilictions; kaiju librarian; inaccurate flying kicks; it's really Japan's fault; degrees of Kenny-ness; Action Uncle vs. Scientist Uncle; high-quality kaiju a must; Joe Don's International Incident.

Nov 14, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 6Ep. 23

Track of the Moon Beast and Shirt Allergies

We're celebrating spooky season with an MST3K favorite, Track of the Moon Beast ! Spoiler alert: none of these Johnny Longbows stop talking. Host segments: no trick-or-treaters blues; strange STI prevention; pranking logic; Doctor Devori and the Case of the Missing Joe; Jeff beefs with movie smokers; a very special case of air rage; Komodo red herrings; #exothermproblems.

Oct 31, 20231 hr 23 minSeason 6Ep. 22

Minisode: Spoopy Reviews 2023!

It's time for the Halloween minisode no one asked for! Join us as we talk Halloween movie reviews of House (1977) and The Blackening (2022).

Oct 24, 202333 min

Atlantic Rim and Terrible First Times

Joe's making us pull off yet another band-aid with the terribly terrible Atlantic Rim . Woof. You know how sometimes Asylum films transcend their badness? Just...woof. Host segments: Joe is hoisted on his own petard, folks; Recapturing the magic is impossible; dealing with a love hostage situation; 0% scholarship; stellar host segments; Captain Exposition!; The X-Files -ification of Atlantic Rim.

Oct 17, 20231 hr 16 minSeason 6Ep. 21

Rifftrax Winterbeast and Toys in Unexpected Places

We're creeping into creepy season with a Rifftrax basically-a-short, Winterbeast (1992)! Well - not everything is short. Host segments: What's in the box?!; tantric winterbeast; your wendigo update; when is a joke not a joke?; Twin Winterbeast Peaks; accidentally not a porno.

Oct 03, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 6Ep. 20

Rifftrax Fellowship of the Ring and Hardcore Hobbits

We're celebrating Hobbit Day pre-emptively with a viewing of Rifftrax's take of The Fellowship of the Ring! Thrill as we discuss a film that we've all seen at minimum thirty times and STILL manage to clock in at nearly two hours of discussion. Go figure. Host segments: who doesn't love a Rugged Fellow (TM); updating Tolkein's perspectives; Joe clarifies wanting a "hard R"; Sam's gonna Sam; we love Viggo; Rifftrax vs. toxic masculinity; beyond improvement Joe Don Bombadillo.

Sep 19, 20231 hr 49 minSeason 6Ep. 19

Teenagers from Outer Space and Ray Gun Problems

We're in a teen cycle and we can't get out! This time, it's teens from outer space! And boy, are they sure teens. Host segments: high school hall pass; Grandpa vs. Richard Speck; the art of the skeleton flop; strange tourist attractions; a monastic orders lecture brutally cut short; Joe's thoughts on Derek; the teen skeleton film; Derek is ALF.

Sep 05, 20231 hr 33 minSeason 6Ep. 18

High School Big Shot and Too Much Nipple Content

We're celebrating? back-to-school season with the not-at-all depressing High School Big Shot . The most important take-away is that English teachers are the last line against chaos and depravity (CW: talk of suicide/self-harm) Host segments: BREAD PUNS!; cool inflation facts; finding a Safe Cracker (TM); Jeff's Germans to Pumpernickle theorum; Who is the titular Big Shot?; the longest way to get to Baker Street; High School Big Shot is cursed maybe?; The Beakman Side-Step; demonic bread guy; wat...

Aug 22, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 6Ep. 17

We Re-Accuse Ourselves: I Accuse My Parents Redux

We're keeping our promises and revisiting I Accuse My Parents - both the MST3K and our episode! We discuss how far the podcast has come, as well as our takes on a re-viewing of this film. Update: Jimmy is still a liar. Host segments: she goes off like a rocket; Joe's finally formally apologizing; the bonus Robot Holocaust retrospective; let's talk Dorothy Blumenstock Jones; what's the deal with Jimmy?; Is this really a war film?; a very special message from Al Frazier; but make it supernatural....

Aug 08, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 6Ep. 16

Samurai Cop (Rifftrax) and Eatin' Peaches

It's listener request o'clock, and we're hitting the tough streets of some place in California with a cop who's ALSO a samurai, if you can believe it. At least that's what the title tells us. We really can't tell if he's literally a samurai or not. Host segments: Joe ruminates on prarie justice; the beard/Z'Dar conundrum; the human equivalent of an unrequested d**k pic; Dave Matthews loves Samurai Cop ; Joe's love affair with Fatal Instinct ; a disturbing van; wig talk; a little reminiscing; cra...

Jul 25, 20231 hr 30 minSeason 6Ep. 15

Teenage Cave Man and Seductive Flute Playing

This one was a divisive doozy, but we all agreed on one thing; Joe is very good at Joe-ing. Host segments: Joe keeps saying "daddy cave man"; neck-tube physics; the pragmatics of water skiing; proto-Florida Man; the dramatic impact of Joe's subversion of the monkey heirarchy; differences in cut vs. uncut versions; this episode brought to you by "Baba O'Reilly"; Bruce is still alive!; make a better post-apocalyptic film.

Jul 11, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 6Ep. 14

Red Zone Cuba and Uncomfortable Eye Contact

IT's time to say our farewell to Coleman Francis as we tackle his last (for now) MST3K offering, Red Zone Cuba . NOTE TO SELVES: COLEMAN FRANCIS WAS TERRIBLE. Host segments: WE WON!; Coleman Francis's dreams of strafing civilians;bad criming; Joe's just showing you how good he does it; Speech and Debate 101; MiMi's Fear of Fjords; frog leg debates.

Jun 27, 20231 hr 17 minSeason 6Ep. 13

Being From Another Planet and The Double Pumph

We don't know why we're doing Being from Another Planet this week - but here we are - doing it. Host segments: the parallels to a real university are uncanny; huffing mummy mold; a question that is more of a comment; All About Accreditation with Dr. Kimbro; bland, bland white people; the new season of Time Walker ; Joe's BoobWatch (TM); is it an etegere or is it plastic?; Double Pumph; a very chaotic ad break; the mystery of the Braken's World riff.

Jun 13, 20231 hr 20 minSeason 6Ep. 12
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