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JONAH WAS A PROPHET....This week Carie is holding it in while we discuss the tale of Joanh the prophet and his journey as he defies the will of God. Ross sings the praises of Khalil the Catepillar, Carie hates the ending of the original Bible story, and the siblings relearn the value of compassion and mercy in their everyday lives. Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Producitions

WHO'S READY FOR THE STORY OF EXODUS? This week Carie and Ross unpack a childhood favorite, The Prince of Egypt (1998), an adaptation of the Book of Exodus in which the prophet Moses led the Hebrews out of Egypt and onward to the promise land. Ross comes down hard on imperialist slaver and total monster, Rameses II, Carie finds cartoons far too attractive, and the siblings meditate on one of the greatest soundtracks in all of "children's" animation. Related Media: Prince of Egypt Musical; SUPPORT US ON PATREON!!!!! Copyright Sorry Mom Productions 2022

ALL FOR ONE AND ONE FOR ALL! Welcome, lil onions, to the final week of our theme on Knights and Kings! This week, the siblings cover The Man in the Iron Mask (1998), a fictionalization of 17th century France under the reign of King Louis the Sun King based on Alexander Dumas' novels surrounding the deeds of The Three Musketeers. Ross cannot abide John Malkovich's lack of accent, Carie cannot get over Leo Decaprio's hair extensions, and the siblings discuss the thematic application of a knight's service to his king. Copyright Sorry Mom Productions

While Carie and Ross take a week off to recover from their personal lives, stay on the theme of Knights and Kings (and One Queen) with our rereun of Elizabeth (1998). Carie can't get over the caucacity of Lord Robert, Ross has more anglo saxon trivia than you can shake a Protestant at, and the siblings apologize for the double dose of Geoffrey Rush. We just covered the Golden Girls on Patreon! Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Productions

In continuing our theme of fealty of knights in service of kings, we have a different sort of "knight" this week, Carie and Ross cover Tom Hooper's Academy Award Winning film, The King's Speech (2010). Ross divulges all the tea shared between King George VI (or "Bertie") and his elocution coach, Lionel Logue who landed his own title in chivalry under the British crown. Carie groans at the protocol of royal life, Ross gives us the cliffnotes on the David arc from the Crown, and the siblings appreciate the power of a well-timed speech in a not well time at all. Related Media: The Real King's Speech - King George VI - September 3, 1939 Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Productions

What has blonde hair, a stunning set of teeth, and cannot joust to save his life? THE ANSWER IS HEATH LEDGER! This week the siblings break down an old millenial favorite, the anachronistic tale of a young squire with dreams of becoming a knight of the highest order. Ross expresses his distaste for the character of Geoffrey Chaucer, Carie predictably swoons over Heath Ledger, and the siblings get warm and fuzzy over what is means to change your stars. JOIN OUR PATREON, FAM! Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Productions

This week's episode concludes our two-part series on the Steven Spielberg adaptation of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple. Will Shug come back for Ceilie? Will Albert finally get what's coming to him? Will Ceilie and Nettie ever reunite? Carie cries buckets, Ross offers additional context via the source material, and the siblings appreciate their blessings siblings. REQUIRED READING: Black women's responses to The Color Purple by Jacqueline Bobo 'In Search of The Color Purple' and Why Black Women Look For Each Other by Tarisai Ngangura On The Color Purple, Stereotypes, and Silence by Trudier Harris ‘The Color Purple’ Revisited: Why Spielberg’s Movie Is Still Problematic and Meaningful to Many Black Women by Tambay Obenson 'The Color Purple' Is a Cultural Touchstone for Black Female Self-Love by Victoria Bond Related Media: The Making of The Color Purple; Oprah's Graduation Speech @ Spelman College; Quincy Jones Interview on The Color Purple (1985); Whoopi Goldberg on the Controversy of The Color Purple; Alice Walker Interview on The Color Purple (1985); Rosie Vs. Elizabeth on the View; Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Productions

In a very special two-part episode, Carie and Ross discuss the powerful Academy Award nominated adaptation of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple (1985). Ross lauds the incredible composition of Quincy Jones' beautiful score, Carie gets giddy for the queerness between Ceilie and Shug, and the siblings sob like children over the separation of Ceilie and her sister Nettie. REQUIRED READING: Black women's responses to The Color Purple by Jacqueline Bobo 'In Search of The Color Purple' and Why Black Women Look For Each Other by Tarisai Ngangura On The Color Purple, Stereotypes, and Silence by Trudier Harris ‘The Color Purple’ Revisited: Why Spielberg’s Movie Is Still Problematic and Meaningful to Many Black Women by Tambay Obenson 'The Color Purple' Is a Cultural Touchstone for Black Female Self-Love by Victoria Bond Related Media: The Making of The Color Purple; Oprah's Graduation Speech @ Spelman College; Quincy Jones Interview on The Color Purple (1985); Whoopi Goldberg on the Controversy of The Color Purple; Alice Walker Interview on The Color Purple (1985); Rosie Vs. Elizabeth on the View; Copyright 2022 Sorry Mom Productions

Happy Valentine's Day, lil onions! This week, Carie and Ross break down an all-time favorite, Little Shop of Horrors (1986) starring Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, and Steve Martin. Carie fills us in on some of the technical specs of the Audrey II plant and the puppetry. Ross lavishes the Black Greek chorus with compliments for being the heart of the film. And the siblings laud the accomplisments of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken of Disney fame for their unforgettable score. Related Media: History of Skid Row; Little Shop of Horrors Behind the Scenes; Alternate Ending

This week the siblings break down one of the best sequels of all time, Shrek 2. Carie drools over human Shrek, Ross moons over Jennifer Saunders, and the siblings wonder what the yassification of Dragon was like in the hypothetical deleted scenes. OUR PATREON!!!!

This week, the siblings say Hi from Hiatus! Carie and Ross take a retrospective of the life and work of Betty White (1932-2021). From her early work on game shows to her iconic role on The Golden Girls, the siblings rehash their favorite portions of her career. Related Media: Betty White's Emmy Lifetime Acheivement Award; Dusty Muffin; Betty White Snickers Commercial; Our Big Announcement!

To send y'all off this year, the siblings are breaking down one of their favorite movie musicals of all time, Annie (1999). The siblings talk about the differences between the original 1982 film and the 1999 telefilm created for the Wonderful World of Disney, all the while lauding Rob Marshall for his impeccable staging and directing prowess. Ross has complaints about Alicia Morton's scream-singing, Carie practically sobs over the love between Warbucks and Annie, and despite the iconic performances of Kathy Bates and Alan Cumming, the siblings lament the lack of Carol Burnett and Tim Curry. Related Media: That Song In Every Musical That No One Likes (Sarah Smallwood Parsons) Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week the siblings unpack the nearly-identical christmas classic sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Ross tells us about his ongoing efforts to keep DJT off the Starring section on the Wikipedia page, Carie favors the plot that centers on charity and goodwill towards others, and the siblings once again enjoy the symphony of pratfall screams that is Harry and Marv, the STICKY bandits Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

On this week's episode, Carie and Ross unpack a cult classic holiday favorite, Jingle All the Way (1996). Carie shares an anecdote about the day Ross was born, Ross can't believe the absurdity of the film's plot, and the silbings revisit the origins of a disasterous drinking game based on Jingle All the Way. Related Media;: I AM ALLAH!;

This week the siblings kick off the holiday season by revisiting two of their favorite Christmas Nickolodean episodes: Carie chooses Hey Arnold's Christmas Special "Arnold's Christmas," and Ross chooses the very first ever Spongebob Christmas special, "Christmas Who?" Copyright Sorry Mom Productions 2021

Happy Monday, lil onions! Reminder that we're taking this week off to recoup from the holiday, but we hope you'll enjoy revisiting our original coverage of A Bug's Life (1996)! Tune in next week as the siblings rehash their favorite Christmas episodes from children's cartoons. This week we cover Pixar's A Bug's Life (1996), a story of innovation and rebellion. It's not quite that serious, but Carie and Ross are definitely here for the bug humor. Ross discusses his exetensial love for Geri's Game and Carie can't deal with actual sociopath, Kevin Spacey. We hope you've enjoyed our coverage of Pixar movies this month, and we can't wait for you to see what we have in store for you for December! As always, thank you for listening, and from our little podcast family to yours, Happy Holidays! Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

Pick up your masks and leave the capes at home kids, because it's time to talk about Pixar's The Incredibles (2004). This week the siblings break down one of Pixar's most beloved projects about a family of superheroes working together to foil the evil plot of an evil inventor who wishes to erase superheroes from existence. Ross can't with the evil tiny men in the movie, Carie shrieks with laughter throughout (sorry in advance), and the siblings talk about how the subject matter of Pixar grew up with the child audience it targeted. Related Media: Boundin (Pixar Short); Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

Carie & Ross unpack their favorite movie undadahsea with Pixar's Finding Nemo (2003). The siblings get into the anxieties around being a parent , Ross reminds us all that fish are friends, not food, and Carie reflects on the difficulty surrounding our children's agency. Copyright Sorry Mom Productions

This week Ross and Carie go inside the infamous closet to find the secrets hidden inside--an entire monster universe that harvest scream for power: Ross gets into the monopoly that is Monsters Inc., Carie practically sobs over Sully & Boo , and the sblings remember what it's like to be a kid and afraid of the monsters under your bed. Related Media: For the Birds (Pixar Short); Monsters Inc. Bloopers; Copyright Sorry Mom Productions

The siblings are kicking off Pixar month with none other than the flagship feature film, Toy Story (1995). The siblings howl through their rehash of a god-tier childhood classic; remeniscing over childhood, singing along with Randy Newman's timeless music, and cackling at one of Tom Hanks' greatest performances. Related Media: Toy Story as a Horror Film; Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week the siblings crack open a wild old favorite, Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow (1999). Carie postulates that Tim Burton may be into bloodplay, Ross can't get over how poorly written the narrative is, and Christopher Walken is back to haunt our nightmares as the infamous phantasm, The Headless Horseman. Apologies in advance to Christina Ricci for mispronouncing her name for like THE WHOLE THING. Related Media: Disney's Legend of Sleepy Hollow; Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week's episode is rated PU for PROFOUNDLY UPSETTING as the siblings revisit some truly disturbing mid-oughts horror, James Wan's Saw (2004). Ross can't get over how dirty everything is, Carie rolls her eyes at the Jigsaw idealogy, and the siblings carve their first Jigsaw notch in their podcast belt. Related Media: The Saw Timeline (Quick 'n' Dirty Version; Scary Movie 4 Cold Open; Smith & Pyle - Sugar Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

***UPDATED: This week, the siblings revist a staple favorite of their childhood, The Witches (1990). Carie demands a prequel series to the narrative, Ross fangirls over Angelica Huston in all her glory, and the siblings remind the audience of the greatest lesson Roald Dahl ever taught his child audience. Related Media: The Witches Remake (2020) Side By Side Comparison: Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, the siblings revisit a terrifying Stephen King classic, Misery (1990). One of Ross's all time-favorite horror films, Misery tells the story of a famous writer who is taken hostage by his number-one fan. There's maiming, there's pretention, and Ross explains to the folks at home what it means to commit "snow-crime." Related Media: Misery DirecTV Commercial Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, the siblings take a look at a cult favorite: an affectionate parody of sci-fi film and television that pits out-of-work television actors against REAL aliens. Ross predictably complains about Tim Allen, Carie squeals over the meta details in the film, and all the science fiction references you can handle. Related Media: Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week the siblings rehash a major source of Ross' childhood anxieties: M. Night Shyamalan's tittilating classic, Signs (2002). Ross explains how this movie gave him fears of the unseen and multiple facets of midwestern culture. Carie spends the entire episode arguing that the aliens are a footnote in the story. And wouldn't you know it, it really was God all along? Don't miss this hilarious episode! Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week the siblings blast through their favorite movie about a boy genius' quest to save his family from egg aliens, Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius. The siblings reveal who their favorite character is, Carie theorizes about Hugh Neutron's duck kink, and Ross tries to answer an age-old question about Poultra. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, Carie and Ross break down an old favorite with our second alien selection of the month, Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds. Ross gives us the backstory on one of the original science fiction novels, the famous Orson Wells radio program, and the subsequent original film adaptation. Throughout the remake, Carie is horrified all over again about the emotions in the movie and Ross reflects on the general insanity of Tom Cruise. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, why not take a cringe-worthy stroll down memory lane with Carie and Ross as they revist their second-ever episode on Kicking and Streaming with their deep dive on Independence Day, (1996). The siblings rehash what they loved about the alien blockbuster that came out the year Ross was born. Ross is drooling over Adam Baldwin, Carie gets weepy over the classic ending, and all the bad beginner audio mistakes two baby podcasters could make. Please enjoy our first ameteur "remaster" of the broadcast audio. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, the siblings close out Carie's birthday month with her favorite half of the Grindhouse relase, Planet Terror (2007). Rose McGowan and Freddy Rodriguez star in Freddy Rodriguez's blockbuster grindhouse feature in which the zombie apocolypse threatens the very fabric of humanity. Carie gets lost in Naveen Andrews' eyes and Ross cannot get over the statrical rollarcoster he is in for. Related Media: The Timeline of Harvey Weinstein; Fake Grindhouse Trailers; Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

STRAP IN, FOLX, Ross is PISSED. This week the siblings break down the sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1, (you guessed it), Kill Bill Vol. 2! This week, Ross expresses his extreme distaste for the movies lack of action, and Carie is hoarse with rage over Quentin Tarantino's poor decision-making, and the siblings speculate wildly on a possible third installment of the Kill Bill saga. We also find out why pirates REALLY wore eyepatches. Related Media: How Bill Keeps Us Hooked;

This week, the siblings break down Carie's favorite Quentin Tarantino film, the Kill Bill franchise. The siblings will be coveirng both parts one and two of the saga of an assassin who seeks revenge against her former teammates for their crimes against her life. Carie is in rare form this week as we break down the senseless violence and timeless tale of revenge against garbage men. Ross can't get over the gushing blood effects and Carie gets full body goosebumps over the writing and soundtrack... Related Media: Hattori Hanzo Origin, Twisted Nerve (Original Clip)

To kick off birthday month, Carie has picked Sin City (2005), the adaptation of Frank Miller's popular graphic novel series about life in one of the most dangerous cities in fiction. Ross predictably drools over Clive Owen, Carie is giddy about the armed sexworkers, and Ross's limits are tested near the end of the narrative. Related Media: Making of Sin City Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

Y'ALL THE BIG BABY TEARS ARE WELLIN'!!! Carie and Ross break down an early childhood favorite, Brad Bird's The Iron Giant. The siblings are aghast at the movie's conceptual depth, Ross lusts after more than one animated character, and Carie actually sobs at the end. Full on tears streaming out of her eyes. But then again, haven't we all? Related Media: If you'd like to hear our buddies, The Equelizers take a stab at an Iron Giant sequel, don't miss their episode entitled: The Iron Army (With Jessie Fleming)

This week the siblings dig up an old favorite, Disney's Holes (2003). Carie fangirls over the majesty of Sigourney Weaver, Ross makes a realization about lizard juice, and the siblings revist the lowkey banger of the soundtrack, Dig It Up. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, the siblings break down a classic American summer film, The Sandlot (1993). The siblings revisit their own histories of playing baseball. Ross remarks on his fondess for professional baseball players. Carie elaborates on her plan in case of a dog attack, and the siblings propose a drinking game. Copyright Sorry Mom Productions 2021

This week the siblings break down a truly traumatic movie from young adulthood, The Patriot (2000). Carie and Ross roll their eyes at Mel Gibson and his scene chewing, Ross cannot with the historical inaccuracies, and Carie is in love with Heath Ledger's ghost. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

To finish off Pride Month the siblings rehash Ross's all-time favorite musical, Hairspray (2007). Ross geeks out over the music, Carie calls out Christopher Walken, and a gay time is had by all. Related Links: OPEN YOUR PURSE: Queer Charities/Nonprofits Supporting BLM & Communities of Color Indianapolis No Questions Asked Food Pantry Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

On this week's Kicking & Streaming, the siblings take a look at a cult classic that's been called "the queer Clueless" with fresh, contemporary eyes. The siblings gag over the concept of conversion therapy, create headcannons about the quickly forgotten background characters, and Carie has an unhealthy attraction to Cathy Moriarty. Copyright Sorry Mom Productions 2021

This week, the siblings unpack the TURBULENT rollercoaster of The Favourite (2017). Ross applauds Olivia Coleman's stunning performance as Queen Anne of the House of Stewart, which won her the Academy Award for Best Actress. Carie can't stand her conniving, abusive lover, portrayed by Rachel Weisz. Emma Stone's accent is fine, but her character is unforgivable in this story of queer relationships run amok in 18th century England. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

TAP YOUR HEELS TOGETHER THREE TIMES, ladies and theydies. Today the siblings are unpacking a beloved childhood favorite, Victor Fleming's The Wizard of Oz, starring Judy Garland. Ross gives us some detailed backstory on the story's populist allegory, and the origin stories of the gay pride rainbow flag. Carie gets weepy over Judy Garland's earnest performance, and the siblings highlight the story's timeless message of self-worth and endless pursuit of getting over the rainbow. Related Media: The Wizard of Oz Documentary (Hosted by Angela Lansbury) Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

The siblings are bookending their coverage of Ani-May with another Ghibli classic, Howl's Moving Castle (2004). Carie and Ross break down Hayao Miyazaki's adaptation of a book by Diana Wynne Jones, about a young witch, ignorant of her power, who must embark on a journey of growth and empowerment in order to save the wizard she loves from doom. Ross gets real sick of Howl real quick, and Carie falls in love all over again with the marvelous performances of the voice cast, including the legendary Lauren Bacall. Copyright Sorry Mom Productions 2021

Sorry in advance for the movie audio folx! This movie is mixed very poorly. The siblings are at their peak this week when they dissect a long-time childhood favorite, Sailor Moon R: The Promise of the Rose (1993). Carie is in rare form today, discussing the anime genre that gives her life, the magical girl genre. Ross is full of questions about the impossibly complex Sailor Moon universe, as well as speculation over whether Sailor Venus is an ideal captain for the Sailor Senshi. Carie attains her final form near the end, and the siblings hash out the difficulty of recapturing a childhood favorite. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week the siblings scratch the surface of the international multi-media franchise, Pokemon. Carie shares stories of how she experienced Pokemon in childhood, Ross gives his own descriptions of the Pokemon he can't name--yielding hilarious results. It gets weepy there at the end, but it picks up once we get to the Gospel According to Mewtwo. Please don't forget to subscribe, recommend us to your friends, and practice the three R's, RATE REVIEW RETWEET! Have a weeb or casual anime fan in your life? Please recommend us. The worst they coudl do is shut us off, after all. Related Media: Pikachu’s Vacation; The Birth of Mewtwo Radio Drama; Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week's special extended episode kicks off "AniMay" month! The siblings break down a golden childhood favorite, Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away (2001). Ross learns a great deal about Japanese Shinto folklore, Carie cries at the end, and the siblings reflect on how Miyazaki's movies are one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Related Media: The Folklore of Spirited Away; Hayao Miyazaki: The Mind of a Master; Spirited Away Sound & Music Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

To end our month on fool-ass films, the siblings take on the feature length innuendo known as The 40-Year-Old Virgin. The sibling break down the early oughts comedy vehicle that launched so many careers and the formation of the Judd Apatow mafia. Ross gets sick of the supporting cast real fast, and Carie recalls juvenile feelings of acceptance from an otherwise often discordant comedy. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions.

On this week’s episode, Gavin once again guest-hosts for a sports movie unlike any other, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story. Gavin gets fired up about the overdone male energy in the movie, and Carie struggles with having to look at Ben Stiller’s handlebar mustache for 90 minutes. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week we have a special guest host, Carie's better half, Gavin Pehler (@Big_G_Man1). While Ross is out sick, Gavin steps in to dissect a needlessly stressful movie about a group of men who lose big time in Las Vegas. Carie can't handle the toxic male energy, Gavin howls at the abusurd antics of the Wolfpack, and the pair are not too impressed with how an early phenomenon aged poorly. Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

This week, the siblings break down the new-age American dream--killing your abusive boss. Horrible Bosses is a film about three friends who fumble at the opportunity to eliminate their three problematic bosses from their lives. The siblings cringe at some of the movie's worst-aged moments, bust a gut over Charlie Day, and resent the presence of one "Kebin Spaceface." Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions

On this week's episode, the siblings rehash the very emotional and pivotal Billy Elliot, the story of a lad who found a way to express his emotions through the art of dance. The siblings explroe the subversion of gender roles, Ross fangirls over T-Rex, and Carie cries. Related Media: Billy Elliot Live Copyright 2021 Sorry Mom Productions