Best Erin Arata Podcasts (2024)

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 5 1:23:43

2+ y ago1:23:43

1:23:43

They say to “never say one last mission,” but what about one last EPISODE?!? This week on GCY, we’re wrapping up Season 5 with our favorite (and least favorite!) songs, guest stars, and plot points—as well as our long-promised thoughts on the Chuck finale. While Erin finds common ground with Devon and Ellie, and Chris unlocks the next level of his …

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 5 DVD Bonus Features (Part 2) 58:18

2+ y ago58:18

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This week, we return to the Chuck Season 5 Bonus Features and, once again, get emotional, meta, and “intellectual.” Chris needs Josh Schwartz’s attention and Erin just needs her coffee as our hosts discuss Doc Ock Casey across the multiverse, whether Jim Halpert has his life together more than Chuck, and Jeffster’s German tour lineup. Plus: our hos…

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 5 DVD Bonus Features (Part 1) 53:19

2+ y ago53:19

53:19

B-b-b-bonus round! After a trip “behind the microphone,” real live person Chris and definitely-not-an-actor Erin discuss the first half of the Chuck Season 5 DVD Bonus Features. Their conversation includes Old Navy set design, the history of Southern California commercials, and the future of electronic wind instruments. Meanwhile, Erin is NOT thank…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Goodbye” 1:05:09

2+ y ago1:05:09

1:05:09

It’s tough to say goodbye, but this week, we’ll be doing our darndest to cover the (gulp) Chuck series finale. After a few tears and a brief chat on how to fill the void, we dive out of our own private jet straight into Team Bartowski’s last hurrah. Between talking Green Shirts, Jeffster’s final performance, and the ethical ramifications of Interse…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus Sarah” 1:08:30

2+ y ago1:08:30

1:08:30

Well, folks, here we are. The second-to-last episode of Chuck—ever! Luckily, unlike some brilliant, blonde, oft-oversexualized superspies we could name, we have NOT lost our memories in a tragic brain-melting accident, so we’re here to relive “Chuck Versus Sarah” for your listening pleasure. After a trip down Memory Lane, Chris continues to questio…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Bullet Train” 1:04:43

2+ y ago1:04:43

1:04:43

Don’t let the alternate credit sequence fool you: “Chuck Versus the Bullet Train” is indeed an episode of Chuck—and it’s a real TRIP! As we hurtle (at around 320 mph) toward the season five finale, Chuck & Co. enjoy a high-stakes ride on the world’s fastest locomotive. Meanwhile, Erin takes one for the team, Chris questions Quinn’s mortality, and o…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus Bo” 57:37

2+ y ago57:37

57:37

Whether you’re snowed in or still sweating it out this December, today, GCY is taking you to everyone’s favorite winter wonderland: Vail, Colorado. As Team Bartowski heads east to refresh Morgan’s lost memory, Chris hopes things stay G-rated, and Erin considers the show’s vulture budget. Don’t trust Bo Derrick, but DO trust our takes on rainbows, S…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Kept Man” 51:23

2+ y ago51:23

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This week on GCY, we’re kept—or, as we like to think of it, K.E.P.T. Casey’s love interest/Erin’s contemporary CARRIE-ANN MOSS returns, prompting discussions of Casey’s attachment style and Verbanski’s love language. Meanwhile: Chris gives an exciting update on a video game opportunity for Chuck (or Shazam), while Erin reveals who in the Chuckivers…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Baby” 1:04:18

2+ y ago1:04:18

1:04:18

We know our last, rather lengthy episode worked up quite an appetite, so, this week, we’re following Team Bartowski to Hungary and whetting our whistle with "Chuck Versus The Baby"! While Chris questions the reliability of the CIA, Erin makes a long-term promise to listeners, and an old friend returns with a very special message. Whether you’re a l…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Santa Suit” 1:07:30

2+ y ago1:07:30

1:07:30

On December 23, 2011, viewers the world over lit their candles, gathered around their trees—and watched Brandon Routh beat the s**t out of Yvonne Strahovski. Now, in 2021, Erin and Chris repeat this vital holiday tradition for your listening pleasure! Get a preview of our hosts’ holiday voicemail greetings, wonder with us what the heck is going on …

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Curse” 1:04:46

2+ y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Welcome to GCY’s spookiest, freshest, most sexually explicit episode ever (sorry, kids)— just in time for Halloween. This week, a mustachio’d Anti-Chris holds courts in Hell, while, Erin, fresh off her sitcom antics, tries out a Halloween catchphrase. Meanwhile, we discuss "Chuck vs the Curse." But is this episode scary good fun…or is it, like Rebe…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Hack Off” 1:00:11

2+ y ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Grab your keyboards and cool beanies, flex out your fingers, and take a sip of your favorite “thinking juice” because it’s time for a hack-off, Chuck style. As Team Bartowski takes on a super virus, a possible career change, AND a nudist colony, self-proclaimed “flirting expert” Chris struggles with on-screen sensuality, while actual James Bond exp…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Business Trip” 1:04:52

2+ y ago1:04:52

1:04:52

Pack your bags and your bunny suits—it’s time for a GCY business trip! Join your hosts as they follow Chuck and Sarah to sunny Riverside to take on The Viper. Erin is tired! Chris is alone and vulnerable! So, tune in as they open the Go Chuck Yourself drawer…which isn’t a pun. It’s something that really happens in this episode. We promise. "Chuck" …

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Frosted Tips” 55:25

3y ago55:25

55:25

Sometimes people make mistakes. Sometimes it’s because there’s a faulty super-computer melting their brain and sometimes it’s because they’re just plain wrong. With that being said, join us this week as we discuss “Chuck Versus The Frosted Tips” and figuratively “pants” one of our hosts, exposing them for the fraud that they truly are! If that’s no…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Bearded Bandit” 59:40

3y ago59:40

59:40

Hold onto your valuables—the Bearded Bandit has struck again, and this time, he’s found his way to Go Chuck Yourself! Wait, hang on…we’re just getting word said “bandit” is here to help? No, that can’t be right—why would he call himself a bandit? Tune in as we try to answer that very question. Also: Chris makes a startling connection, Erin meets he…

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Chris & Erin Versus ”Chuck Versus The Zoom” 1:01:29

3y ago1:01:29

1:01:29

After a Season 4-sized summer break, GCY is back for one last mission: cover Chuck’s final, fifth season, starting with the aptly titled, "Chuck Versus The Zoom." And by god, are we going to cover it, Mark Hamill, Toes in the Sand, and all. Tune in as we wish you a Happy Hundredth Day, Chris learns about pretty normal lingerie, and Erin gets ready …

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Go The Tomorrow War Yourself 1:03:15

3y ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Before we go back to Chuck, we’ve got to go back…to the future! Or maybe it’s the past? If you’re confused, so are we, so come join us as we unpack the Yvonne Strahovski/Chris Pratt vehicle The Tomorrow War and ask all our burning questions, like: Why do all Americans love soccer so much in 2022? Which Chuck actors would do best in Tomorrow War rol…

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 4 1:13:53

3+ y ago1:13:53

1:13:53

“Rent” may have taught us about “seasons of love,” but Chuck taught us about “the season of air ducts,” and we’re discussing the heck out of it this week. Welcome to our Recap Spectacular, where we talk the high highs, disappointing disappointments, and mediocre guest appearances of Chuck’s longest season. Also: Erin learns about the hemispheres, C…

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 4 DVD Bonus Features 1:01:00

3+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

You thought the #SeasonOf4irDucts was finally over…but it’s just getting started. Well, not really. But there are still DVD bonus features! After coming up with an innovative idea to get both our hosts involved (thanks, Andy!), GCY discusses the Jeff and Lester short “Buy Hard” and the more candid (read: stinky) bonus features from the Season 4 DVD…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Cliffhanger" 1:02:53

3+ y ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Remember three weeks ago when we said wedding bells were ringing for Chuck and Sarah? Well, now they’re really ringing! Or are they funeral bells? With Sarah targeted by the Norseman and Chris targeted by, well, Erin, it’s hard to tell. While dressed in their Sunday best, Erin and Chris learn about grief, the corruption of the American government, …

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Last Details" 1:03:29

3+ y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

“Chuck Versus the Last Details” may be all about the Norseman, but this episode of Go Chuck Yourself is all about the lovely country and people of Argentina. A couple of OUR last details include a prospective new name for Devon, Erin’s Sarcasm Scale™️, and Chris’s education on LA geography. The hosts say R.I.P.A. to our favorite Ghost Man and make …

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus Agent X" 59:24

3+ y ago59:24

59:24

The Hangover taught us that “some guys just can’t handle Vegas,” but can Chuck and the gang handle Ve-CAS?! As the soon-to-be newlyweds Chuck and Sarah face their bachelor/bachelorette parties, Chris and Erin discuss Ghost Ladies, Bartowski courtyard antics, and whether Chuck is setting up the newest X-Men storyline. Also: Erin confuses Tom and Jer…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Wedding Planner" 1:01:08

3+ y ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Wedding bells are on the horizon for Chuck and Sarah, but before our friends can say, “I do,” there’s someone they need to talk to: a wedding planner. Amidst our heroes’ fraught planning experience and the return of GARY COLE, Erin plans her own wedding, Chris relives bar mitzvah invite trauma, and the hosts discuss Casey’s dream job. Also: did Tea…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Family Volkoff" 57:25

3+ y ago57:25

57:25

After last week’s “Big BM” fiasco, Go Chuck Yourself will not be stooping to any further low-brow humor, not even as we discuss Season 4, Episode 20. No, this week, we’re talking about serious things, like the “feud” between a classic family game show and a fantasy TV phenomenon, Microsoft’s precursor to OneDrive, and—oh yeah—“Chuck Versus the Fami…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Muuurder" 51:13

3+ y ago51:13

51:13

We may not be at 221-B Baker Street or riding on the Orient Express, but this week, we’re talking mysteries as Team Bartowski tries to solve its first murder—sorry, muuurder. As Chuck and the gang play a high-stakes game of Clue, Chris makes a foray into musicianship, Erin offers her thoughts on actors with bands, and our conversation becomes a ver…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The A-Team" 52:56

3+ y ago52:56

52:56

Call us Hannibal, Faceman, B.A., and Murdock because this week, GCY is all about the A-Team. While discussing season four episode eighteen, Chris brings up a contentious milestone, Erin makes a career announcement, and our hosts come up with the next great rom-com. And we finally bring up the topic you’ve all been begging for: Juicy Juice. Join us …

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The First Bank of Evil" 1:03:37

3+ y ago1:03:37

1:03:37

This week on Chuck, Team Bartowski faces off against the First Bank of Macau, but don't worry: you don't need an account or PIN number to enjoy another episode of GCY. As Vivian explores her "dark" side, Erin relives her Renaissance history, Chris forms a union, and our hosts realize one Chuck character might be a ghost. Also: is Go Chuck Yourself …

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Masquerade" 1:04:47

3+ y ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Welcome to Go Chuck Yourself, your non-challenging, low-cholesterol Go Chuck option for a recap of “Chuck Versus the Masquerade.” Love is in the air in Burbank/Britain as Valentine’s Day hits our heroes two weeks early. In an episode that introduces us to miniature Han and Chewy and regular-sized Vivian McArthur, our hosts discuss Chuck’s garbage c…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The CAT Squad" 59:49

3+ y ago59:49

59:49

This week on Go Chuck Yourself, we’ve got one word for you: MEOW. That’s right, folks, the Cat Squad has arrived. After a trip to the GCY mailbag, Cold-Hearted Erin and Chris The Bitch take you to Rio and back with our four favorite fierce felines. Also, Chris doesn’t trust his cohost’s sound effects, Erin is willing to work with/for the Gentle Han…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Seduction Impossible" 50:09

3+ y ago50:09

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This week on Go Chuck Yourself, Team Bartowski is heading to Morocco (maybe?), and Team GCY are heading down memory lane. While discussing the return of seductive super-spy Roan Montgomery, Erin relives painful a capella memories, and Chris uncovers a legendary iTunes review from his past. Also, our hosts discuss a strangely support-worthy villain,…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Push Mix" 58:05

3+ y ago58:05

58:05

As 2021 begins, Season 4 comes to an end. At least, that’s what we thought until we realized “Chuck Versus the Push Mix” was only the halfway point! After this startling revelation, Chris and Erin discuss all the newborns in their life (hint: Baby Clara isn’t the only long-awaited baby making their GCY debut this week) as well as the best Arcade Fi…

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Welcome to Go Chuck Yourself 0:33

3+ y ago0:33

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Here are some things you might need to know or maybe you just forgot... LIKE and SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @gochuckpodcast Email us at gochuckyourselfpodcast@gmail.com. Reddit: u/GoChuckYourselfPod Theme music: “Warm Up” by Hadokowa via freemusicarchive.org. Cover Art by Molly Gillespie @ www.moll…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Gobbler" 59:01

3+ y ago59:01

59:01

In its final episode of 2020, GCY is “gobbling” up another episode of Season 4. As Sarah explores her dark side with Volkoff, Chris notices something a little different about Erin... Also: we introduce GCY’s new intern and discuss our Risk history, and, inspired by Ellie and Devon, Erin highlights some Scandinavian baby names of her own. Grab your …

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Go The Star Yourself 1:10:54

3+ y ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Happy holidays! To celebrate Christmas, we’re taking a break from our usual Chuck programming to watch everyone’s favorite animated, animal-based nativity story, “The Star” (starring Zachary Levi as the adopted father of Baby Jesus, of course!). Tune in as Father Chris-tmas Gillespie and Erin “The Angel” Arata discuss biblical pirates, Christmas do…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Balcony" 46:20

3+ y ago46:20

46:20

It’s Chuck time all around the world, and we’re here with the 411 (get it?) on Season 4, Episode 11, “Chuck Versus the Balcony.” As Chuck prepares to propose on a Parisian pagoda with a peppery Pinot in hand, Chris wants everyone to drink a microchip, and Erin wants everyone to get engaged NOW. Also, our hosts finally make a connection between Chuc…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Leftovers" 55:21

3+ y ago55:21

55:21

We’re still a few weeks out from Christmas, but Season 4, Episode 10 is all about Mary. Mary Bartowski, that is! As Chuck and his family play a high-stakes game of “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” GCY is talking 7G, back humor, and personalized t-shirts from banner ads. Also: Chris is anti-week-old leftovers, while Erin is pro-Flirty Girl Fitness. C…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus Phase Three" 52:24

3+ y ago52:24

52:24

We may be discussing season 4, episode 9, but this week on GCY, we’re all about Phase 3. As Chuck falls prey to Dr. Mueller’s Dream Science(™️), Erin pontificates on Beckman’s deity status, Chris strives not to disappoint Former President Barack Obama, and we offer some much-needed housekeeping about a man named Paul. Keep an ear out for “sudden sq…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Fear of Death" 50:30

3+ y ago50:30

50:30

As Chuck faces PFOD at a diamond auction in “Chuck Versus the Fear of Death,” GCY faces one of its weirdest episodes yet! Chris receives a life-changing job offer from Ireland, Erin’s psychic powers prove too much for the podcast, and a shocking revelation about our hosts’ “friendship” changes everything. Grab your Swiss chocolate, and strap in for…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The First Fight" 48:13

3+ y ago48:13

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Do a couple stretches and prepare some talking points because this week, we’re discussing “Chuck Versus the First Fight.” As Chuck and Sarah navigate a relationship milestone that they’ve definitely never faced before, Chris receives an urgent series of texts and not one but two new European men enter Erin’s life. Also: Chris takes a liking to Tutt…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Aisle of Terror" 57:21

3+ y ago57:21

57:21

Two days after Halloween and one day before the election, Chris and Erin are keeping the spooky spirit alive, discussing “Chuck Versus the Aisle of Terror.” As Mary Bartowski returns to face a real nightmare of a villain (wink), BFF Facebook Buddies Chris and Erin discuss Morgan’s managerial skills and what it would feel like to be shot wearing a b…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Couch Lock" 1:01:35

3+ y ago1:01:35

1:01:35

Pull up a chair or, better yet, grab a seat on the couch as we discuss Season 4, Episode 5, “Chuck Versus the Couch Lock.” As Casey and Co. (that’s right, this is a Casey and Morgan-centric episode!) face off against a team from the past, Erin and Chris consider the new word they’ve learned. Also: Chris begins his Dune journey, Erin admits to havin…

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Chris & Erin Versus “Chuck Versus The Coup d’Etat” 48:25

3+ y ago48:25

48:25

This week on Chuck, Costa Gravas called once more, and GCY was here to answer it. Following last week’s discord re: Nicole Richie’s acting, it would take Chuck and the gang facing a literal coup d’etat to bring us back together, but all seems to be forgiven...for now. After a brief discussion of one host’s mystery mail, our pro-Frankie podcast (PFP…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Cubic Z" 52:04

4y ago52:04

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This week, Go Chuck Yourself is headed into the air ducts to talk “Chuck Versus the Cubic Z.” Amid the sounds of wedding bells, shocking returns, and one very sexy Siri, Chris rethinks his views on a contentious guest appearance, Erin aces a job interview, and our hosts make a series of big life announcements, only some of them about their own live…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Suitcase" 49:39

4y ago49:39

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Pack your bags, Chucksters...or should we say UNpack your bags? That very question poses a problem between Chuck and Sarah in Season 3, Episode 2, “Chuck Versus the Suitcase.” In this recap, Chris is insecure (nothing new there), Erin learns she is divergent and more like Morgan than she thought, and we see the start of the Sexy Sarah Showdown™️. A…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Anniversary" 57:49

4y ago57:49

57:49

Annnnd we’re back! The #SeasonOfErin is dead and gone, but Season 4 (as yet unnamed) is just beginning. On the heels of the #Chuckiversary and on the actual 10th anniversary of Season 4, GCY is talking “Chuck Versus the Anniversary.” Meanwhile, Chris promises to help you (yes, YOU!) vote in the November election, Erin reminisces on texting acronyms…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Intersect" (13th Chuckiversary Edition) 1:01:22

4y ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Happy #Chuckiversary, Chucksters! For this lucky-number thirteenth (!) anniversary of the pilot, GCY rewatches and recaps “Chuck Versus the Intersect,” thirteen years after it aired and two years after they recapped it for the first time. Also: Chris shares two "important" pieces of Chuck history, Erin uncovers the true reason for puberty, and our …

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Chris & Erin Versus Season 3 + Season 3 DVD Bonus Features 1:21:23

4y ago1:21:23

1:21:23

Welcome to our Season 3 Recap Spectacular, where everything is made up, and the Scooter Scale doesn’t matter! In this “abnormal” episode, our hosts take an overarching look at the third season of Chuck, including their favorite and least favorite episodes, the contentious figure of Daniel Shaw, and a startling revelation about...Harry Tang? Chris r…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Ring: Part II" 1:08:40

4y ago1:08:40

1:08:40

After securing the world record for longest time in between viewing "Chuck Versus The Subway" and "Chuck Versus The Ring: Part II," our hosts are back with their definitive discussion of the second half of Chuck's super-sized season three finale. Even with the odds against them, Erin and Chris refuse to "phone in" this episode and cover everything …

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Subway" 47:23

4y ago47:23

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Mind the gap(s and plot holes) because we’re all aboard “Chuck Versus the Subway.” As we say hello to Part 1 of the Season 3 finale and goodbye to Stephen Bartowski, an adorable little friend returns yet again, Erin falls for the antics of a handsome “little stinker,” and Chris questions who would win in a gubernatorial smack-down. Also, our “love-…

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Chris & Erin Versus "Chuck Versus The Living Dead" 1:00:00

4y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Lock your doors and grab your crossbows because it’s time for "Chuck Versus the Living Dead"…or is it "Chuck Versus the Living DAD"? (We’re honestly not sure.) This week, garlic is Chris’s frienemy, Erin has a message for all fathers, and we're wondering if it’s cool to hang diplomas on your wall, or are we just pathetic weirdos? Scott Bakula retur…

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