Best Smart Ape Podcasts (2024)

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Chimp Crazy S1:EP3 Head Shot (with Pink Shade's Mary Payne Gilbert) 56:56

13m ago56:56

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Amye and Amanda are joined by Mary Payne from Pink Shade to discuss Chimp Crazy S1:EP3 Head Shot Actor Alan Cumming, who also has a special relationship with Tonka, adds $10,000 to a reward for Tonka's whereabouts, and the film crew faces an ethical dilemma as parallels are drawn to a previous PETA case that took a dangerous turn in Oregon. Listen …

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PMP#180: Season Four Wrap Party: Nostalgia 41:41

11h ago41:41

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As Pretty Much Pop ends its 5th year of podcasting, Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn and Al break from our usual format to talk in a more free-form way about the thin line between the "new" media we talk about on the show and the classics of yesteryear. For more, visit prettymuchpop.com. Hear bonus content at patreon.com/prettymuchpop or by subscribing via…

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Welcome to Little Miss Recap! 1:58

2h ago1:58

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Welcome to Little Miss Recap! Little Miss Recap is a podcast where reality TV meets smart snark. Hosted by Amye Archer (a writer and a Gen Xer) and friends, we cover a variety of reality content from fringe shows like Seeking Sister Wife and MILF Manor, to 90 Day Fiance and our beloved Sister Wives. But we also love to nerd out over the latest docu…

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90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days S7:EP1 Great Expectations 1:00:40

1h ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Amye and Amanda chat about and recap 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days S7:EP1 Great Expectations TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of gun violence. Rayne sees a future with a blind man in Nigeria, Tigerlily plans to marry her fiancé on the first day they meet, Loren prepares to meet the ladyboy of his dreams, and Brian is keeping so…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP8 Wine Helps The Sex Ed Go Down 49:59

1h ago49:59

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Amye and Amanda chat about and recap Welcome to Plathville S6:EP8 “Wine Helps the Sex Ed Go Down” While Micah and his girlfriend embrace their future together, Ethan returns to the farm and gets real about some of the ways he and Olivia went wrong; Moriah talks music and heartbreak with her bestie; Olivia and Lydia Grace host a sex-ed party. Suppor…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP7 You Give Love a Bad Name 46:56

26m ago46:56

46:56

Amye and Amanda chat about and recap Forbidden Love S1:EP7 You Give Love a Bad Name Ashley and Mohammed seek marriage counseling. Laurie receives upsetting news from her sister. Elmer and Lindsey host a gender reveal party. Lensa confronts Kris after discovering troubling messages on his phone. Support the show: Join the Little Miss recap Twin Flam…

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Love is Blind UK S1:EP12 The Reunion 45:44

5d ago45:44

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Amye and Tess recap and review Love is Blind UK S1:EP12 The Reunion The six couples reunite for the Love is Blind UK reunion. Who has stayed together? Who has broken up? Join hosts Emma and Matt as they discover what went down when the cameras left. Visit Tess’ pod at Psych Legal Pop! Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus episodes including: S…

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Little Miss Recap Announcement 16:49

20h ago16:49

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Amye and Amanda have some announcements for you! To sign up for supercast and get 50% off the month of September, click here: https://littlemissrecap.supercast.com/ To sign up for Patreon, click here: https://www.patreon.com/littlemissrecap To get the newsletter, sign up here: https://littlemissrecap.substack.com/ Questions? Email Amye at: Amye@lit…

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Chimp Crazy S1:EP2 Gone Ape with Guest Michael Shiakallis from MAFS 1:02:14

8d ago1:02:14

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Amye and Amanda are joined by Michael Shiakallis from Married at First Sight S17 to discuss Chimp Crazy S1:EP2 Gone Ape TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of violence to and from animals. Please be advised! PETA launches an investigation after a former Hollywood chimp named Tonka goes missing; it's a high-stakes legal battle, particu…

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Documentary: American Murder: Laci Peterson (Netflix, 2024) PART TWO 38:37

3d ago38:37

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Amye and Shabnam recap the 2024 Netflix Documentary American Murder: Laci Peterson This is PART TWO! It’s one of the most infamous true crime cases in history: On Christmas Eve in 2002, Laci Peterson was reported missing from her home in Modesto, California, while eight months pregnant with her first child. The story dominated the media for months,…

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Documentary: American Murder: Laci Peterson (Netflix, 2024) PART ONE 54:51

3d ago54:51

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Amye and Shabnam recap the 2024 Netflix Documentary American Murder: Laci Peterson On Christmas Eve in 2002, Laci Peterson was reported missing from her home in Modesto, California, while eight months pregnant with her first child. The story dominated the media for months, leading up to the discovery of their remains in the San Francisco Bay. Slowl…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP7 I Was Born on Highway 111 1:00:40

4d ago1:00:40

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Amye and Amanda recap Welcome to Plathville S6:EP7 I Was Born on Highway 111 Kim and Barry deal with the frustration of a drawn-out divorce. Back in LA, Olivia shares with her friend where things went wrong with Ethan and what she's looking for in her next relationship. Ethan and Micah return to Cairo to help throw a surprise birthday party for Lyd…

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Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 10 & 11 The Weddings! 59:31

6d ago59:31

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Amye and Tess recap and review Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 10&11The Weddings! We are here–the Love is Blind UK weddings! The six couples walk down the aisle and we are all left to wonder who will stay together and who will choose to separate? Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus episodes including: Sister Wives, cult content, murder shows, and Ge…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP6 How Deep is Your Love? 38:56

9d ago38:56

38:56

Amye and Amanda recap and review Forbidden Love S1:EP6 How Deep is Your Love? Mohammed gives Ashley an ultimatum. Tensions threaten to boil over at Eli and Laurie's housewarming party. Elmer regresses back to his Amish ways leaving Lindsey questioning if he's ready to be a parent. Kris is faced with a life-changing decision. Support the show: To ge…

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Chimp Crazy S1:EP1 "Monkey Love" (2024 MAX) 39:18

11d ago39:18

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Amye and Amanda chat about the 2024 HBO/MAX Documentary “Chimp Crazy” Episode 1. Former nurse-turned-exotic-animal-broker Tonia Haddix, who refers to herself as the “Dolly Parton of chimps,” spends her days caring for animals in captivity. However, her limitless love for one chimpanzee spins into a wild cat-and-mouse game with authorities and an an…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP6 “Give Me Your Mud” 59:17

11d ago59:17

59:17

Amye and Amanda chat about Welcome to Plathville S6:EP6 “Give Me Your Mud” The Plath family comes together to run the Spartan Race, but things get muddy when their family bonding event turns competitive. Post divorce, Olivia and Ethan take time to rediscover themselves. Micah’s mystery girlfriend leaves everyone stunned. Support the show: To get ad…

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PMP#179: Deadpool Gets Meta 52:23

1d ago52:23

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We discuss the Deadpool films in light of the new Deadpool & Wolverine, which leaves the fourth wall thoroughly smashed. Is the new film just a meta-text about the existence of other Marvel films? Is this just a particularly irreverent phase in superhero films (contra Christopher Nolan Batman seriousness)? Featuring Mark, Sarah, Al, Lawrence, and A…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP5 Can You Feel the Love Tonight? 55:14

17d ago55:14

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Amye and Amanda chat about Forbidden Love S1:EP5 Can You Feel the Love Tonight? TIMESTAMP: Love is Blind UK corner: 1:15-12:00 Ashley finally confronts Mohammed's twin brother. Kris's dad pushes Lensa too far. Lindsey and Elmer head into Amish country to reconcile with his family but when word gets out, things take a turn for the worse. Support the…

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Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 5-9 (Drop Two) 1:12:04

19d ago1:12:04

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Amye is joined by Tess Brigham to chat about Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 5-9 (Drop Two) Warning: We talk about ALL 5 episodes. Please do not listen until you are caught up! Love is Blind is jumping across the pond. A bunch of really pretty people living in the UK decide to try their hand at falling in love sight unseen. Check out Tess’ podcast, Psych L…

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Love Off the Grid S2:EPS 1&2 Moving Day and Three's Company (Free Preview) 59:59

21d ago59:59

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Amye is joined by Amanda to chat about Love Off the Grid S2:EPS 1&2 Moving Day and Three’s Company Poly couple Joe and Myesha find out if Lauren is a good addition to their relationship; divorcée Jolie leaves her family in Albuquerque to be with her girlfriend Jenn in Colorado's brutal San Luis Valley, while Arune's lover leaves her stranded. Suppo…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP5 How Do I Get Rizz (w/ Corey and Carly from Surviving Reality!) 1:13:09

22d ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Amye and Amanda are joined by Corey and Carly from Surviving Reality to chat about Welcome to Plathville S6:EP5 How Do I Get Rizz? Olivia returns to Minnesota to finalize the divorce but Ethan struggles to accept it's over; the Plaths navigate their new blended family with Kim's boyfriend; Micah contemplates settling down and Moriah enlists Kim's h…

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Sister Wives Season 19 Trailer Breakdown 28:18

22d ago28:18

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Sister Wives Season 19 is COMING!! Amye and Amanda breakdown the trailer we have all been waiting for! VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/eq4lt9gzaDs?si=1_AXrqQx1-mEaHTy We will have full coverage of this season on our paid feed: https://www.patreon.com/littlemissrecap https://littlemissrecap.supercast.com/ Give the gift of Little Miss Recap EXTRA: https…

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An Atypical August - "It Ends With Us," "Deadpool & Wolverine," "Twisters" and More! 29:34

6h ago29:34

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If you've been going to movies for a few years you;ve probably realized that August is usually the End of Season Clearance Sale at the movies. Horror flicks, lame comedies, really, they should mark these films down. But this year is very different. Not only are pictures making more money this August than a year ago, but they're making more money th…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP4 Tainted Love 59:59

24d ago59:59

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Amye is joined by Amanda to chat about Forbidden Love S1:EP4 Tainted Love TIMESTAMP: Love is Blind UK corner: Approx 5:15-15:00 Mohammed confronts Ashley's sister. Eli and Laurie butt heads when Eli realizes Laurie won't wear her Star of David necklace. Lindsey hatches a plan for Elmer to make amends with his family. When Kris's dad's sermon single…

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Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 1-4 (Drop One) 1:09:13

26d ago1:09:13

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Amye is joined by Tess Brigham to chat about Love is Blind UK S1:EPS 1-4 (Drop One) Warning: We talk about ALL 4 episodes. Please do not listen until you are caught up! Love is Blind is jumping across the pond. A bunch of really pretty people living in the UK decide to try their hand at falling in love sight unseen. Check out Tess’ podcast, Psych L…

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My So-Called Life S1:EP11 The Life of Brian (Free Preview) 44:03

27d ago44:03

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Amye is joined by Becca to chat about My So-Called Life S1:EP11 The Life of Brian This is content found on the 12$ tier of Patreon and Supercast. To sign up: https://www.patreon.com/littlemissrecap https://littlemissrecap.supercast.com/ A new student enrolls at the same school as Brian and ends up asking him out on prom; Brian already has a date bu…

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House of the Dragon S2:EP8 The Queen Who Ever Was 50:27

28d ago50:27

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Amye and Christine discuss House of the Dragon S2:EP8 The Queen Who Ever Was As Aemond becomes more volatile, Larys plots an escape, and Alicent grows more concerned about Helaena's safety; flush with new power, Rhaenyra looks to press her advantage. Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus episodes including: Sister Wives, cult content, murder s…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP4 You're Like a Stranger to Me Now 1:10:05

29d ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Amye and Amanda discuss Welcome to Plathville S6:EP4 You’re Like a Stranger to Me Now Ethan and Moriah bond over drinks. Kim gives Micah some relationship advice. Olivia drives to Minnesota hoping to finalize the divorce but detours when Moriah asks her to meet up to hash things out. Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus episodes including: Si…

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90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP13 The Tell All 48:58

30d ago48:58

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Amye and Amanda discuss 90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP13 Tell All The couples reunite for a tell all. Not everyone shows up as their best selves. Jamie and Kathleen are on the outs and he bonds with Tony over the persecution of men. Sam and Ali must defend their relationship when Charlotte tries to warn her against Ali’s bad intentions, John and Sprite hav…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP3 Love is a Battlefield 57:04

1M ago57:04

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Amye and Amanda discuss Forbidden Love S1:EP3 Love is a Battlefield Lindsey takes drastic measures to stop Elmer's porn habit. Eli's mom questions Laurie's dedication to Orthodox Judaism. Ashley's plan to bring Mohammed and her family together backfires. Tensions rise when Kris's dad pushes salvation onto Lensa. Support the show: To get ad-free and…

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PMP#178: The Bear’s Incomplete Dish 55:58

1M ago55:58

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We discuss Christopher Storer's culinary dramedy in light of the release of its strange third season. What made this a uniquely wonderful show in its first season? Is the unsatisfying character of this season just a matter of its being only the first half of what was originally planned? We talk about the flashbacks, the cameos, the comedy, "food po…

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90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP12 I Think We Should Talk 41:57

1M ago41:57

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Amye and Amanda chat about 90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP12 I Think We Need to Talk Charlotte goes on a (neverending) quest to put Johan on blast for his Sanky Panky-ing, Nicole, Taher, and Robert Plant share a beautiful moment, Louise and Jose renew their vows with Thicken Nugget nearby, and Sprite continues to be the worst actor ever–but we still adore h…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP3 They're All Freaks Here 55:12

1M ago55:12

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Amye is joined by Amanda to discuss Welcome to Plathville S6:EP3 They’re All Freaks Here The Plath men bond over their muscles at the gym, Olivia takes a huge leap and steps into the single scene with her sister, and Ethan decides it's time to break the ice and visit his mom. Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus episodes including: Sister Wiv…

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90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After S8:EP20 The Tell All Part One 25:29

1M ago25:29

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Amye is joined by Amanda to discuss 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After S8:EP20 The Tell All Part One We loved the tell all so much we just had to bring you a minisode discussing it! The couples arrive at a Sopranos-esque mansion where they will live under one roof while filming the tell all. It goes as you’d suspect, Patrick is tasked with asking ab…

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House of the Dragon S2:EP7 The Red Sowing 49:29

1M ago49:29

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Amye is joined by Christine to chat about House of the Dragon S2:EP7 The Red Sowing Larys tries to push Aegon’s recovery along to regain power, while Aemond gets wind of the new dragonrider. Literal boatloads of bastards show up to Dragonstone to compete in the worst talent show ever, and Alicent embarks on her own hot girl summer. Support the show…

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Forbidden Love S1:EP2 Love Stinks 44:42

1M ago44:42

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Amye is joined by Amanda to chat about Forbidden Love S1:EP2 Love Stinks Kris, a Pentecostal preachers' son, grapples with his family's disapproval of his Muslim girlfriend's religion. A trip to the wig store has Laurie questioning her commitment to Orthodox Judaism. Ashley makes a risky decision that could blow up in her face. Support the show: To…

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Love After Lockup S5:EP31 Do I Smell Like Jail? (airdate 7/26/24) (FREE PREVIEW) 58:50

1M ago58:50

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**This is a preview of the season. If you wish to follow along for the rest of the season, please join Little Miss Recap Extra on the 5$ tier! https://www.patreon.com/littlemissrecap https://littlemissrecap.supercast.com/ Amye is joined by Amanda to chat about the new season of Love After Lockup S5:EP31 (airdate 7/26/24) It’s a new season and it’s …

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90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP11 You May Kiss the Bride 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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Amye is joined by Amanda to discuss 90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP11 You May Kiss the Bride Charlotte and Johan get married as mom watches nearby with a stink eye. Nicole and Taher arrive in England and Taher works to win Penelope’s heart. Sprite fat shames John and we are NOT here for this, and Jamie proposes to Kathleen with cold hard cash. Support the s…

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House of the Dragon S2:EP6 Smallfolk 1:08:32

1M ago1:08:32

1:08:32

Title: House of the Dragon S2:EP6 Smallfolk Amye is joined by Christine to discuss House of the Dragon S2:EP6 Smallfolk TRIGGER WARNING: We discuss current day politics as related to the themes in this show at the end of this episode. Please listen for the in-episode trigger warning. Rhaenyra begins to question whether or not she can win the war an…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP2 Never Say Never 1:11:45

1M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Amye is joined by Amanda to discuss Welcome to Plathville S6:EP2 Never Say Never Ethan and Olivia remain at odds over the future of their marriage, Kim ponders her next steps with Ken, and Ethan visits Cairo and reveals big news to his family. A visit to a tarot card reader leaves Olivia reeling and questioning her future. Support the show: To get …

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Forbidden Love S1:EP1 I'd Do Anything For Love 55:09

2M ago55:09

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Amye is joined by Amanda to chat about Forbidden Love S1:EP1 I’d Do Anything For Love Elmer's transition out of the Amish leads to an unsavory addiction. Laurie struggles with the pressures of converting to Orthodox Judaism. Ashley sets out to ease the tension between her conservative Catholic family and her Muslim husband. Support the show: To get…

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Gypsy Rose Life After Lockup S1:EP4 Ghosts of the Past (Free Preview) 36:15

2M ago36:15

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Amye is joined by Amanda to talk about Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup S1:EP4 Ghosts of the Past After their press trip and makeshift honeymoon to NYC, Gypsy and Ryan travel to her family’s home in Cut Off, Louisiana to confront memories of her past. To symbolize her unique journey, Gypsy gets a tattoo at her cousin’s tattoo shop and grapples with th…

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PMP#177: Inside Out – Animated Psyche 50:04

26d ago50:04

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We discuss the 2015 and 2024 Pixar films by writer/director Pete Docter , featuring the usual crew of Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al. These films show kids that it's OK to be sad and how to cope with anxiety. Is the films' emotional impact objectionably manipulative? Does the "mental landscape" depicted helpfully represent the various elements we…

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Welcome to Plathville S6:EP1 You Kept the Plants Alive 1:00:05

2M ago1:00:05

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Amye is joined by Amanda to talk about Welcome to Plathville S6:EP1 You Kept the Plants Alive Mama Plath continues to make amazing parenting decisions as she now forces her youngest girls to live on a boat. Barry has a new running partner and it’s Moriah, who has returned to the compound to kiss the ring. Micah is dating a ghost, and Ethan and Oliv…

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90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP10 Where the Hell is He? 41:18

2M ago41:18

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Amye is joined by Amanda to talk about 90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP10 Where The Hell is He? Charlotte is fuming after Johan fails to show up at the wedding. Ali finished preparations for his visa. Tony owns up to his mistakes and takes a major step forward with Nui. John gets frustrated over Sprite's conversation skills. Support the show: To get ad-free …

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House of the Dragon S2:EP5 Regent 54:44

2M ago54:44

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Amye is joined by Christine to chat about House of the Dragon S2:EP5 Regent Amid whispers of bad omens, the Greens consider how to fill a void on Aegon's Council. Jacaerys sets out on a rogue mission to strike a deal. Daemon enlists Lord Willem Blackwood to help persuade the Brackens to bend the knee. Support the show: To get ad-free and bonus epis…

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MILF Manor S2:EP12 A MILF to Remember (with Matt Marr from Reality Gays) 58:39

2M ago58:39

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Amye and Amanda are joined by Matt Marr from Reality Gays to discuss the season finale of MILF Manor. The sudden departure of Barby and Chris leaves the rest of the house in shock; a final test determines what a future really looks like for the couples. The couples must then make their final decisions. Who will find true love in the manor and who w…

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90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP9 Grab Your Stuff and Go 47:03

2M ago47:03

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Amye is joined by Amanda to discuss 90 Day Fiance UK S3:EP9 Get Your Stuff and Go Charlotte deals with a terrible loss; tempers flare as Tony and Nui clash after a drunken night out; Kathleen is upset when Jamie's ex makes a surprise appearance at a family party; Jose decides to make a music video featuring Louise. Support the show: To get ad-free …

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Launch Control - "Fly Me to the Moon," "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and More! 36:40

2M ago36:40

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One thing about staying home in the air conditioning is that you wind up seeing a lot of commercials. And boy have they been advertising our first movie, "Fly Me to the Moon." It stars (in case you've been asleep or in a coma) Scarlett Johanson and Channing Tatum. They're selling it as a "fake the moon mission" movie but it's more than that...and l…

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House of the Dragon S2:EP4 The Red Dragon and the Gold 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

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Amye is joined by Christine to discuss House of the Dragon S2:EP4 The Red Dragon and the Gold **Warning: We do discuss a few things from the book in this episode. We try to give spoiler warnings at the moment, but please be aware. As Rhaenyra makes sure there is no other way to end this conflict but war, dragons flew, and the dance has begun. Suppo…

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