Our watch-alongs are back! This week, we're discussing the first two episodes of The Afterparty - "Aniq" and "Brett". Unlike our Yellowjackets series, we're watching along in real time, so we don't know the ending but we're already making guesses. We'll cover the next two episodes of The Afterparty, "Yasper" and "Chelsea" in two weeks, it'll drop on Wednesday, September 28. And next week, we're looking at Apple TV's ...
Sep 14, 2022•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're discussing Genre. Fantasy, True Crime, Rom Com, War...what's your favorite and why? We share listener opinions and our own. On the What We Watched section we discuss fave reality streams, and go tread into some spoilers for The Summer I Turned Pretty (proceed with caution). Next week we're watching along with The Afterparty's episode 1 and 2! Tune in to hear our unspoiled (for the entire season we mean) thoughts! Some Topics Covered: Jinkx Monsoon Where to str...
Sep 07, 2022•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into Hacks… again. Season 2 is out and it was so good, we had to revisit the show. This time we also talk about the phenomenal and groundbreaking creators Lucia Aniello & Paul W. Downs. Before that, we talk about what we’ve been watching. Rosey was sick so her list is embarrassingly long, but you’ll get some good recs out of it and Avery is readying a non-fictional book that’s changing her life. Next episode we’re diving into genre — why we like what we like, why we ke...
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re taking a long look at the delightful Stick It. Want to find out why gymnasts always have wedgies? We’ve got answers. We also fill you in on what we’ve been watching, and look at a new kind of list: AV club’s top 25 movies of 2022 so far. Next week we’re returning to Hacks for a season 2 breakdown because we can’t get enough, and also taking an in-depth look at the creators behind the show (they also made the iconic Broad City ) and how they’ve personally had a big impact on Ameri...
Jul 20, 2022•2 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into Pixar’s 1998 A Bug’s Life . It’s still fun and cute and imaginative but as adults we’re also seeing through the cracks. Down the rabbit hole we go as we talk about colonialism, gender, Roe v Wade, capitalism, and what actually happens when caterpillars become butterflies. Before that Avery updates us on her experience with Hacks season 2 and Rosey reviews Love, Victor season 3. Then we look into a fun new kind of summer-focused list with trailers of what’s to come in ...
Jul 06, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into the 1996 critical hit Scream . We’re screaming about it, but not necessarily in delight. Avery, who loved this movie as a youngin, is particularly shocked by her reaction upon rewatch — Rosey as usual pulls no punches. On what we watched we chat about Fleabag season 2 (minor spoilers), Hacks season 2, Stranger Things (minor spoilers), and surprise! Basketball. Next week we're taking on our first kid's movie A Bug's Life. Some Topics Covered: Murders ins...
Jun 22, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re loving HBO Max’s Hacks. We have a crush on this show and all its characters. We dive into the “female of it all”, the beauty of mentorship, the difference between high and low brow living, and the abundance of non-awkward awkward moments. For What We Watched, Avery is catching up with Conversations with Friends and is equally befuddled. Next week we’re talking about the groundbreaking Scream. Some Topics Covered: Conversations with Friends The Watch episode re Hacks Where to Stre...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're investigating the Tom Hanks baby, and Liv Tyler star vehicle despite almost no lines, That Thing You Do! There's pop music, musician divas, nearly silent women, a magical black man...we've got a lot to talk about. For What We Watched, New Girl is a forever love and Conversations With Friends is confusing. Then we check out the Netflix Top 10. Don’t forget to check out Rosey’s guest spot on friend podcast Multiplex Time Machine ! Some Topics Covered: John Lennon abu...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we take a look at Bring it On and for a movie from 2000, we’re pretty impressed. It’s not perfect, but it’s a fun, feminist movie with some badass women feeling no shame. Before diving in, Avery talks about watching Candy and Rosey can’t get enough of Grace & Frankie. Then we finish up with Netflix’s top 10. Next week we’ll cover Rosey’s childhood favorite and Tom Hanks’ directorial debut That Thing You Do. Some Topics Covered: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett Whether Gabrielle U...
Jun 01, 2022•2 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're holding our nose and diving into 2009's emotionally devastating He's Just Not That Into You . First we chat about what we watched, including Jennifer Anniston's MUCH better turn in The Morning Show. No list this week, that'll be back next week, when we talk about the delightful Bring It On ! (BIO is only available to stream on YouTube for free, so catch it there if you want to brush up ahead of the next episode) Some Topics Covered: Is postpartum actually...
May 25, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re talking about one of Avery’s favorites: the 2002 The Bourne Identity . Matt Damon is capable and hot, spoiler alert. Also, we’re convinced this is actually just a romance masquerading as an action movie. Needless to say, we get into it. But first, Rosey talks about binging Heartstopper and Avery continued with the “week of Matt Damon” and rewatched Good Will Hunting. Then it’s back to Netflix for their Top 10. Next week we’ll cover the problematic (but Rosey loved it at the time)...
May 11, 2022•2 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into the delightful, painful, hilarious, beautiful Australian show Please Like Me . We have so much to say about it and its creator Josh Thomas that we recorded the shortest “what we’ve watched” section ever. We wrap things up will an all new kind of list. Next week we’ll cover one of Avery’s favorites: The Bourne Identity. Find it on HBO Max. Thing we trailed: None! We looked at this list: 31 TV Roles That Were So Well-Performed, They Made People Realize An Actor Had Bett...
May 04, 2022•2 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into the 1993 ground-breaking (and shaking) Jurassic Park. Steven’s very into the traditional American nuclear family, as well as dinos, and we’ve got thoughts! We also discuss what we’ve watched, including a lengthy appreciation corner for Hot Ones. At the end we revisit the Netflix Top 10, which happens to be really dark this week — are we all doing okay? Next week we’ll cover the Australian series Please Like Me. Find it on Hulu. Thing we trailed: Anatomy of a Scandal W...
Apr 27, 2022•2 hr 40 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’re back! This week we jump into Netflix’s phenomenal, hilarious, and touching (in more ways than one) show Sex Education . We truly can’t recommend it enough as it leads with curiosity over judgement, has wildly impressive acting, and shows us an aspirational world that would be a joy to live in. Before that, er talk about the myriad of things we watched over our mini break, including, but not limited to, The Ultimatum, Normal People, Julia, and Minx . Next week we’re talking about the iconic...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're discussing episode 10 THE FINALE "Sic Transit Gloria Mundi". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 10, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Thanks for buzzing along with us on this rewatch journey! Catch ya on the next one. Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Apr 08, 2022•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we going on a wondrous tour of American teen films. From sex comedies to body horror to romantic drama TV dynasties, there’s a lot going on. And we know from experience that these movies can really shape a young impressionable mind, and therefore a whole generation. The what we watched section features a mini deep dive (with spoilers) on Hulu’s Fresh . And instead of a list this week we’re going off-the-cuff for a lightening round of our top picks for some teen comedy categories. Next ...
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're discussing Yellowjackets episode 9 "Doomcoming". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 9, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover THE FINALE "Sic Transit Gloria Mundi" and that drops Friday 4/8 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Apr 01, 2022•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk about the 1999 10 Things I Hate About You. As Avery so aptly puts it, “These were the feminist crumbs we subsisted on.” That pretty much sums up how we feel about the plot, but we adore the characters and get into why. We also talk about new and old content from Amy Schumer. Avery talks about the“horrifying” and “visceral” movie Fresh and Rosey updates us on the disappointing How I Met Your Father finale. And we wrap it up with Netflix’s top 10. Next week we’ll cover the origin...
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're discussing Yellowjackets episode 8 "Flight of the Bumblebee". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 8, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode nine "Doomcoming" and that drops Friday 4/1 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Mar 25, 2022•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk about the 2000 Sandra Bullock classic Miss Congeniality . We're very confused and conflicted and go on quite a journey. Before that, Avery and Rosey can barely remember what they've been doing but still give updates on soccer and The Bachelor . And we top it off with more Sandra by looking at Oprah Daily's list: 32 Sandra Bullock Movies, Ranked from Worst to Best . Next week we’ll cover the 1999 10 Things I Hate About You Some topics covered: Chelsea League Sanct...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we're discussing Yellowjackets episode 7 "No Compass". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 7, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode eight "Flight of the Bumblebee" and that drops Friday 3/25 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Mar 18, 2022•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week our friend and Bridgerton expert Laura joins us to chat about the shows froth, costumes, takes on race and sex, and possibilities for next season. For what we watched, Rosey gives an update on Abbott Elementary and Avery was busy skiing but still managed to watch Harry Potter again. Anna Delvey and roommate horror stories feature on the Netflix Top 10. Next week we’ll cover the Sandra Bullock absolute classic Miss Congeniality. Some topics covered: Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey talks...
Mar 16, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we tackle Yellowjackets episode 6 "Saints". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 6, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode seven "No Compass" and that drops Friday 3/18 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Mar 11, 2022•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re diving into the 2015 Oscar winner Birdman. It’s a look at male ego and we dive into why and if that matters. We also get to flex our film school muscles and talk about the camera work, the score, and the acting. Spoiler alert, Rosey didn’t enjoy it and isn’t good at pretending she did. (This is a shorter episode as Avery was both sick and virtual.) Next week we’ll be talking about the Netflix’s Bridgerton (season 1). Some topics covered: Roger Ebert’s Review of Birdman Reddit: Bi...
Mar 09, 2022•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we tackle Yellowjackets episode 5 "Blood Hive". Remember, although we focus primarily on episode 5, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode six "Saints" and that drops Friday 3/11 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Mar 04, 2022•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we’re taking on the truly giant Titanic, a creation of the giant personality (and ego) of James Cameron. (1:38) Rosey is watching Love is Blind. (2:50) Mild Spoilers: Why is everyone into Euphoria? (8:54) Avery's watch updates. (16:45) Rosey has more intel on In From The Cold. (22:20) Diving deep into JC's Titanic . (1:22:40) A History of "Shut Up". (1:25:10) The real people of the Titanic. Next week we’ll analyze the Oscar-winner mind-bending (but is it?) Birdman. ...
Mar 03, 2022•2 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast And our journey through Yellowjackets continues with episode 4 "Bear Down". Remember, although we focus primarily on the fourth episode, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode five "Blood Hive" and that drops Friday 3/4 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Feb 25, 2022•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Avery talks about her newest obsession (hint: not what you’d expect) and Rosey talks about the hidden gem Dollface . Then we dive into Greta Gerwig's Oscar nominated Lady Bird . We look at the ever complicated mother/daughter relationship, the balance between empathy for others and yourself, and the impact adolescent relationships have on you. We wrap up with The 100 Best Romances of All Time according to Entertainment Weekly. Next week we’ll analyze the epic 1998 Oscar winner Titanic. Some...
Feb 23, 2022•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our rewatch-along of Yellowjackets continues with episode 3 "The Dollhouse." Remember, although we focus primarily on the third episode, this contains spoilers for the entirety of season one. Next we cover episode four "Bear Down" and that drops Friday 2/25 Sign up for our newsletter at theriftpod.com . Find us on instagram and twitter @theriftpod. See you next week for our first week of Sandra month!
Feb 18, 2022•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode contains minor spoilers for Parks and Recreation, One Tree Hill, Friday Night Lights, The Mindy Project, and major spoilers for Archive 81 and Sweet Magnolias (timecode links below) Spoiler alert, Rosey and Avery do a mini deep dive on Archive 81 because there's just so much to SAY. We gotta talk about doubles luge. Rosey watched the absurd Sweet Magnolias. Deep dive into jumping the shark covering shows that fail at it, some shows that pull it off and why. Netflix Top 10 for t...
Feb 16, 2022•2 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
