Adult Siblings Versus...
120 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -Adult Siblings Versus is a podcast where a grown up brother and sister put aside their childhood rivalry in order to review nostalgic pieces of pop culture. Follow Arielle and Jason as they revisit the culture that made them who they are today and the culture that connects us all.
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Ep. 102: Walk Barefoot Into Hell (Gargoyles, Season 1)
July 12, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBThis week the Siblings return to the world of 1990s cartoons, when they revisit Disney’s post-Batman: The Animated Series experiment, Gargoyles…and get bummed out about how it got botched. Discussed: The 30th Anniversary of Gargoyles! Greg Weisman, aka THE GOAT! Jeffrey Katzenberg & O.J.?! Cartoon genocide for kids! Keith David’s untapped potential! Edward Asner’s Scottish accent! Xanatos Gambit or Xanatos Friendship? Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Insta...
Ep. 101: Back to Pilot (Oliver & Company)
June 28, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBAfter 100 episodes we’ve decided to chuck the podcast into the bin and re-record our original, never before heard pilot episode and start the show over. Unfortunately, that pilot is about Oliver & Company. Discussed: Adult Siblings Versus Version 2! The legendary (infamous) Gong Show! The tragedy of Pete Young! Nobody wants free kittens! Let’s hate on Dodger! Hey kids, it’s Dom DeLuise! Casual Hollywood Racism! Sheryl Lee Ralph got done dirty! Contact us at [email protected] T...
100th Episode: Adult Siblings vs. Ghostbusters (1984 Film)
June 14, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 83.5 MBOn this SUPER SIZE 100th episode, the Siblings revisit one of the most important film in the lives of any given millennial; Ghostbusters. [NOTE: The audio in this episode has been damaged] Discussed: The greatest comedy of all time! #Justice4Winston Ghostsmashers! Sequels making it worse! Venkman is a creep! Harold Ramis was the best! The movie isn’t the cartoon! Queen of sci-fi, Sigourney Weaver! You’re wrong about Louis Tully! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultV...
Episode 99: Adult Siblings vs. Blankman
June 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB[NOTE: The audio quality of this episode is impaired] This week, the siblings look at “classic’ superhero spoof, Blankman, starring their former schoolmate! Discussed: The height of Damon Wayan’s power! The David Alan Grier-Verse! The sad fate of J5! This may or may not be in Chicago! The Real Life Superhero Movement! Autism! Gumshoes! It’s Lynne Thigpen! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Theme Song: “Sellout” by Zombie Apoc...
Episode 98: Adult Siblings vs. Bring it On
May 17, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBThis week, the Siblings grab their spanks and join the cheer squad when they revisit the Bring it On…the original; we don’t recognize the others on this podcast. Discussed: Jason being sexist! Cheerleaders vs. Gentrification! A stupid number of sequels! Don’t say “racism”! Teenagers in their underwear! Old fashioned 2000s homophobia! Faith & Glory! All hail Gabrielle Union! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Theme Song: “Sell...
Episode 97: Adult Siblings vs. Generation X (TV Movie)
May 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBThis week the Siblings celebrate the success of X-Men ’97 by revisiting the very first 20th Century Fox adaptation of the mutant franchise, Generation X….and then regret it soon after. Discussed: The worst X-Men adaptation! Brief talk about the comic! Husk & Chamber & Synch! White Jubilee! Consent is important, even in dreams! “Home sucks; freedom rules!” Matt Frewer deserved better! Skin the sleazebag! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsib...
Episode 96: Adult Siblings vs. Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Film)
April 19, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThis week the Siblings talk about Jason’s favorite play of time, when they revisit the film adaptation of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Let’s all pull our wig down from the shelf. Discussed: Jason’s playwriting origin! Hedwig’s 20-year journey! The Hurt Locker: The Musical! Surrealism! Classical Anti-Villain! Tommy Gnosis is a character! Yitzhak and the terrible, no good life! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Theme Song: “Sell...
Episode 95: Adult Siblings vs. Rent (Film)
April 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBIn this supersized episode, the Siblings look back at one for the most beloved and cherished musicals of the past 30 years…and dunk on it repeatedly. Burn your lyrics sheets for warmth because this week everything is Rent! Discussed: Arielle's Secret Origin! The legend of Jonathan Larson! The best musical ensemble? The most unlikeable ensemble? The iconic play with no plot! Let’s talk about Angel! Been the Groomer! Law & Order…Again! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @...
Episode 95: Adult Siblings vs. Rent (2005 Film)
April 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBIn this supersized episode, the Siblings look back at one for the most beloved and cherished musicals of the past 30 years…and dunk on it repeatedly. Burn your lyrics sheets for warmth because this week everything is Rent! Discussed: Arielle's Secret Origin! The legend of Jonathan Larson! The best musical ensemble? The most unlikeable ensemble? The iconic play with no plot! Let’s talk about Angel! Been the Groomer! Law & Order…Again! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @...
Episode 94: Adult Siblings vs. The Rocky Horror Picture Show
March 22, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBDon’t dream it! Musical Season continues, as this week the Siblings check out the once massive cult classic but now actually pretty mainstream Rocky Horror Picture Show. Grab your fishnets, babies! Discussed; Arielle’s first Rocky encounter! Ladies and gentlemen, Tim Curry is back! Shock Treatment! Law & Order & Broadway! Young Susan Sarandon! The first “Brad and Janet”? Banger after banger after banger! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adults...
Episode 93: Adult Siblings vs. Funny Girl (1968 Film)
March 08, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBWe begin this year’s Musical Series by looking back at one of the most biggest, if not the biggest, musical of the 1960s, Funny Girl. Is the film that made Barbra Streisand as star actually any good, or is it just a trivia question in Streisand lore? Discussed: Barbra or Barbara? The Six Day War What do you mean “skinny legs”? The world’s least wanted romance! 1960’w best looking musical! Baby Snooks! The problem with modern Broadway! Contact us at [email protected] Twi...
Episode 92: Adult Siblings vs. The Secret Garden (1993 Film)
February 26, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBThis week the Siblings revisit the probably-not-magical garden in one of the, it turns out, many film adaptations of the children’s novel The Secret Garden. Colin Firth not included. Discussed: Secret Garden vs. A Little Princess! So many adaptations! Unnecessary child nudity! British Colonizers! Baby’s First Brontë! Third-person hypochondria! Zaddy Lord Craven! The return of Dame Maggie Smith! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsi...
Episode 91: Adult Siblings vs. Spider-Man (2002 Film)
February 12, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBThis week the Siblings swing into action by revisiting the original feature length Spider-Man film. Often regarded as the best superhero film ever made, did the Siblings agree after re-watching it after 22 years? Discussed: The most dangerous podcast we’ve ever recorded! Is Tobey Maguire the greatest superhero? The Marvel Method! The long journey of getting a Spidey movie made! 90s superhero movies! Early 2000s CGI! Elizabeth Banks is the best Mary Jane! Superhero movie physiques!...
Episode 91: Adult Siblings vs. Spider Man (2002 Film)
February 12, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBThis week the Siblings swing into action by revisiting the original feature length Spider-Man film. Often regarded as the best superhero film ever made, did the Siblings agree after re-watching it after 22 years? Discussed: The most dangerous podcast we’ve ever recorded! Is Tobey Maguire the greatest superhero? The Marvel Method! The long journey of getting a Spidey movie made! 90s superhero movies! Early 2000s CGI! Elizabeth Banks is the best Mary Jane! Superhero movie physiques!...
Episode 90: Adult Siblings vs. Class Act
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBThis week, the Siblings go back to high school and revisit the other Kid ‘n Play movie, Class Act. Does this case of mistaken identity hold up, or is it forgotten for a reason? Discussed: House Party! Weird Science is a John Hughes movie! Homophobia, colorism, and sexism! High school gym class! Sexy Shakespeare! Doug E. Doug is back! Black sitcoms! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Theme Song: “Sellout” by Zombie Ap...
Episode 89: Adult Siblings vs. Project A-ko
January 12, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB80s sci-fi anime ahoy! This week the Siblings revisit one of the most influential animated films of their childhood, with super strong teenage girls, giant robots, and drunk aliens! Discussed: Anime on the Sci-Fi channel! Cream Lemon and the origin of Project A-ko! An uncomfortable discussion about sexual orientation! Feminist Awakenings! The Reverse Bechdel Test! Akagiyama missiles! Bubblegum Crisis! Samus wears a bikini! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @Adult...
Episode 88: Stop! (war)Hammer Time!
December 29, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBThis week, we suspect no on listening so Jason has decided to bombard Arielle about his latest hobby, Warhammer 40,000. Discussed: The Origin of 40K! Grim Darkness! Feed the Emperor your espers! When the satirical part becomes the real part! Space Romans, Space Vampires, & Space Vikings! Nightmare fuel upon nightmare fuel! WAAAGH! The sad story of the Squats! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Theme Song: “Sellout” ...
Episode 87: Adult Siblings vs. Home Alone 2
December 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBIt’s the Holiday season, so this week the siblings decided to finally follow-up on a previous episode and check out Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Did being basically the exact same movie as the first one endear it to our humbled hosts? Discussed: The Macaulay Culkin Era is under way! “Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal!” The Talkboy! The Hangover Part II Effect! “Actually, I don’t love you, Kevin!” The cameo we all remember! Return of the Wet [Sticky] Bandits! It's Tim Curry, bab...
Bonus Episode: Fisticuffs Jones - The Man with the Left Hook
December 01, 2023 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MBDue to scheduling issues, there won't be a new episode today. However, as a bonus treat, we are uploading the pilot episode of the scripted podcast we were working on pre-pandemic; "Fisticuffs Jones: The Man with the Left Hook"! Artwork by Zack Sharpe www.fawkestrotart.com/ Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus @fisticuffsjones Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus @fisticuffsjones Music Featured: “Spy Jazz Funk Jam” by Crypt-of-Insomnia Source: https://audiojungl...
Episode 86: Adult Siblings vs. Wallace & Gromit
November 17, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBAfter a brief hiatus, the Siblings finally look at the classic animated duo, Wallace & Gromit. Specifically, this week they examine each of the four short films and try not to let things get too British. Discussed: Jason forgot to watch the documentary! Jeffrey Katzenberg has re-entered the chat! The Wallace &Gromit Cinematic Universe! Don’t call it “claymation”! Feathers McGraw! Best Boy Gromit! Wallace is the worst friend! Laika Chat! Contact us at adultsiblingsversu...
Episode 85: Clips, Letters, & Shakespeare
November 03, 2023 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBThis week, due to a scheduling error, the Siblings take a break from reviewing pop culture to open up the mail bag and revisit never before heard outtakes and expanded clips from their first year of podcasting. Featuring new material form the following episodes: The Little Mermaid, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan, Back to the Future, Antz, The Prince of Egypt, The Road to El Dorado, Toy Story, Little Shop of Horrors, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Flower Drum Song. ...
Episode 84: Adult Siblings vs. Weird Al
October 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBWhat did two black kids in inner city Detroit listen to most growing up in the 1990s? Why, “Weird Al” Yankovic, of course. This week the Siblings revisit the four Weird Al albums they grew up with as kids; “Alapalooza”, “Bad Hair Day”, “Running with Scissors”, and “Poodle Hat.” Discussed: Daniel Radcliffe Rules! Compton adjacent? The many beefs of Weird Al! Santa going crazy isn’t as funny in 2023! Weird Al: Phase 2! Angry White Boy Music! The secret most talented band of the...
Episode 83: Adult Siblings vs. Trigun
October 06, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBAfter quite some time, the Siblings revisit the world of anime with Trigun, a legendary cartoon (and comic) that captivated them as kids. Does it still captivate them as adults? Does anything these days, now that I think about it? Discussed: “Back in my day, we bought anime uphill both ways!” Wizzywig Collectibles! Trigun vs. Trigun Maximum! Love & Peace! The existential crisis of one, Vash the Stampede! Let’s talk about the animation…! Dubs vs. Subs! The Batman/Joker Problem! C...
Episode 82: Adult Siblings vs. Jumanji
September 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBThis week the Siblings return to the world Robin Williams Family Movies, as they revisit Jumanji. Does the film hold up, or should we just ignore this one and concentrate on the Kevin Hart/Rock films? Discussed: Wait, how many first choices? The Jumanji Cinematic Universe! The allure of a pretty boardgame! A horror family friendly thriller for kids! Should have gotten Bryan Cranston! Van Pelt! Wait, Laura Bell Bundy is in this? Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: ...
Episode 81: Adult Siblings vs. Revenge of the Sith
September 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBWe’ve finally reached the end of the Star Wars prequal trilogy with the epic finale Revenge of the Sith. After two critical flops, was George Lucas able to stick the landing, or should the Star Wars Saga had been left dead in the 1980s? Discussed: The Swan Song of George Lucas! An Actor’s Director’s Dialect Coach! Don’t talk about The Clone Wars! Palpatine’s Best Day Ever! Featuring such memorable Jedi as…that guy! UNLIMITED POWER! Yoda goes to rehab! Luke Lars, Son of Owen! Co...
Episode 80: Adult Siblings vs. Attack of the Clones
August 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBThis week in this big, beefy episode we look back at the epic/epically bad romance of Attack of the Clones. Has the flick aged better or is it still the wettest of farts in the Star Wars Saga? Discussed: Incels! The Art of George Lucas! Young, dumb, and full of The Force! Why is Padme attracted to Anakin? The Jedi Who Don’t Do Anything! Anakin Skywalker: Jackass! Christopher Lee is so F’N metal! Who da man? Yoda man! My man, Jimmy Smits! Contact us at [email protected]...
Episode 79: Adult Siblings vs The Phantom Menace
August 11, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBThis week the Siblings revisit Star Wars Episode I The Phantom Menace. As Arielle was part of the target demographic at the time, does she have the positive nostalgia for this movie so many of her generation possess? No. Discussed: The self-impose exile of George Lucas! Jar Jar Binks vs Michael Jackson! Obi-Wan is hot! The Jedi are awful! The Actor’s Director! Everyone should just watch Andor! The Ballad of Darth Maul! Brian Blessed! Contact us at [email protected] Tw...
Episode 78: Adult Siblings vs Sister Act 2
July 28, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBWith musical month behind us, we look back as Sister Act 2….a diegetic musical. This high profile sequel is beloved in certain sections of the population, but can it live up to the original? Or. Was getting back in the habit a bad idea? Discussed: Kathy Najimathon Revisited! It turns out we don’t care for Harry Styles! The Crew is back together! We don’t how Catholicism works! “Music shot your daddy!” Hey Mister Noodle! “White Savior” averted? Contact us at adultsiblingsv...
Episode 77: Adult Siblings vs. South Park – Bigger, Longer, & Uncut
July 14, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWe wrap up our Musical Month with an unexpected entry; the one and only South Park theatrical release that, for reasons that are unclear, is also a musical. And the music is…good? And it has a prestigious Broadway legacy?! Discussed: Is South Park a new positive for society? The movie that launched two Broadway smash hits! Late-1990s South Park is tame! A noticeable lack of Butters! Casual homophobia! Let’s talk about Mary Kay Bergman! Brian Boitano doesn’t take [poo] from anybody!...
Episode 76: Adult Siblings vs. The Wiz (Film)
June 30, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWe once again visit 1970s Broadway for movie adaptations as we revisit The Wiz, which is the Wizard of Oz but though the lens of African American culture…but made by white people…and it bombed. Hm. Discussed: Someone invited Joel Schumacher! Don’t forget about Luther Vandross! Diana Ross and the Age of Dorothy Gale! When Quincy Met Michael! Is the Wizard of Oz supposed to be scary? The God Emperor of Oz! Colorism and stereotypes! Contact us at [email protected] Twitt...
Episode 75: Adult Siblings vs Chicago (2002 Film)
June 14, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBAnother musical revisit for our annual Musical Month*. This time we look at Chicago, based on the hit Broadway play, based on the original century old play, but not either of those other adaptations. Discussed: Musical Warm Weather Time Continues! The prestige musical is back, baby! The fourth adaptation of Chicago! Have a musical film? Better call Rob Marshall! Play Ball: The Origin of Chicago! Great cast, or the greatest cast? Why Roxie killed Fred! Michael Jackson’s Billy Flynn!...
Episode 74: Adult Siblings vs. Grease
May 30, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBTurn back the clock to the 1970s, who then turn back the clock to the 1950s; we start off a new series of musical reviews with 1978’s film addition of Grease. Does it age well, despite it’s cast not aging well at the time? Discussed: A great Chicago play-Oh, never mind! The “Adaptation” of Grease! Carrie Fisher’s Sandy?! T-Birds, not Tunnel Snakes! Drag Race! The pecking order of fictional high schools! Mandark Begins! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter...
Episode 73: Adult Siblings vs Cool Runnings
May 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBThis week the siblings pretend to be “sports people” and revisit classic Disney hit Cool Runnings as they try to feel the rhythm and feel the rhyme. Does this movie hold up? And hat’s the real story of the Jamaican bobsled team? Discussed: We are not Jamaican or Haitian! John Candy’s passion project! The other Jamaican bobsled team! COLD BUTTOCKS! Olympic Trials (and the rest of the movie) Hey kids, it’s Doug E. Doug! Yul Brenner; like the actor! I can see clearly now! Contact u...
Bonus Episode: Cabaret of a Misfit Variety
April 11, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBThe Siblings took a visit to San Francisco California this past February and shortly after recorded their experiences. They talk the sights, the sounds, and the hills of San Fran and most of all Kat Robichaud's Misfit Cabaret! Discussed: February weather! Let’s talk about San Fran! Japanese Tea Garden! Lepidopterophobia! House of Nanking! Kat Robichaud Lore! Drag didn’t hurt nobody! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Instagram: @adultsiblingsversus Th...
Episode 72: Adult Siblings vs. Clueless
March 13, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBGrab your cell phones, featured pen, and unearned confidence because this week the Siblings revisit classic 90s teen comedy Clueless, a movie brave enough to admit it’s for the beautiful poplar kids and not the gross nerds. Discussed: The Clueless Expanded Universe! Classic literature as teen movies! In which Jason butchers the director’s name! Everyone in Hollywood auditioned for Clueless! Is Legally Blonde Clueless’ spiritual sequel? Tai and Travis’ Secret Background Movie!...
Episode 71: Adult Siblings vs. Treasure Planet
February 09, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThe final episode of the Disney Experimental era, the Siblings rewatch notorious bomb Treasure Planet. Now that the film has picked up a cult following, does it hold up or should they have just re-watched Muppet Treasure Island instead? Discussed: 70 episodes later, it’s Treasure Planet! The Musker/Clements Dream Project! Titan A.E.! Ethereum means we can breath in space! Ya’ll remember Animusic? Edgelord Jim Hakwins! Virgil, the Kingpin, and Captain Optimus Flint! Contact us at a...
Episode 70: Adult Siblings vs. Lilo & Stitch
January 25, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBThe Sibling’s look at Disney’s early 2000s experimental period continues as we look at the only bonafide hit they had during this time, Lilo & Stitch. Does this movie live up to its own hype, or is overrated space garbage? Discussed: The Lilo & Stitch Cinematic Universe! Dryers and 9/11! Everybody hates dismay (including Disney)! The Thing! Agent Bubbles ruins the movie! Ohana means family (according to the tour guide)! David Ogden Stiers all day, everyday! Unintentionally timely Sp...
Episode 69: Adult Siblings vs. Atlantis – The Lost Empire
December 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBThis week, the Siblings revisit forgotten Disney disappointment Atlantis: The Lost Empire. Does this legitimately beautiful looking film hold up, or has Mighty Whitey once again shown up to ruin everyone’s day? Discussed: Atlantis: A Colonizer’s Adventure! Under the Sea or Under the Seas? Nadia: The Secret of Blue Plagiarism! Heel/Face Revolving Door! A tight 90 minutes! White Men Writing Indigenous Peoples™! Hooray for Cree Summer! Vinny, the best (only good) character in this flic...
Episode 68: Adult Siblings vs. The Emperor’s New Groove
November 29, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThe week the Siblings revisit some unfinished Disney business as the dive into a few post-Disney Renaissance, Experimental Era of Disney Animated films. We start with The Emperor's New Groove. Is this the most cursed Disney production? Discussed: The Sweatbox! Alas, Poor “Kingdom of the Sun”! Sounds about white! David Spade is certainly here! Disney villains are back! The “Patrick Warburton” Appreciation Podcast! Wendie Malick: Also Here, Also Great! The Sting soundtrack that neve...
Episode 67: Adult Siblings vs Much Ado About Nothing (1993 Film)
November 11, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBDedicated to Morgan. Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Theme Song: “Sellout” by Zombie Apocalypse NOW! https://antizombierock.bandcamp.com/
Episode 66: Adult Siblings vs. The Waterboy
October 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBThis week The Siblings tackle the Ada Sandler film no one seems to want to remember; the football sports comedy, The Waterboy. Does it hold up or has aged revealed it t be…problematic? Discussed: Big Daddy > The Waterboy? Cathy Bates is somehow in this! WELL IT’S THE BIG SHOW! The good and bad about Bobby Boucher! Momma is Green! The mental state of Coach Klein! An unhinged breakdown due to a grandma! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Theme Song...
Episode 65: Adult Siblings vs. Last Action Hero
July 25, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBThis week the Siblings revisit action film parody Last Action Hero and visit the world of Jack Slater, super cop. As the first proper Arnold Schwarzenegger film on the podcast, how does this legendary bomb hold up in 2022? Discussed: The undeniable charisma of Arnold Schwarzenegger! Nightmare version of New York City! Too late for Arrested Development! Hitler, Dracula Crime Team! The Seventh Seal! Harry Houdini WAS NOT a wizard! Hamlet actually kind of sucks! Contact us at adultsi...
Episode 64: Adult Siblings vs. Sister, Sister (Season 1)
June 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBThis week the Siblings check out a different set of siblings when the check out the 1990s Mowry Twins vehicle, Sister, Sister. Does this former TGIF show age well nearly thirty years later, or is “because they’re twins” not actually that great of comedy fodder? Discussed: Black Television! How to tell the twins apart! TGIF! Jackée Harry! Shady adoption practices! Jason’s high school confession! Brittney Murphy is here?! Detroit Suburb Mentality! Immature and/or IMX! Contact us...
Episode 63: Adult Siblings vs. The Little Rascals (1994 Film)
June 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBThis week the Siblings revisit a 100-year-old classic…or at least its reboot. Wrangle up your child actors because it’s time for The Little Rascals! Just, you know, ignore the chill at the back of your spine while watching it. Discussed: “Our Gang” or “The Little Rascals?” Old timey serials! Child acting at it’s most cringy! No Homers! She’s five years old! Boys vs. Girls! Braids! The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus Them...
Episode 62: Jay (Not That One) X-Plains X-Men Media
June 03, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBThis week, Jason takes over as he rants and rambles about the depiction of his favorite group of superheroes, the X-Men, portrayed in both movies and television. Special Guest: Jason’s 11 Month Old Son! Discussed: We don’t talk about “Mutant X”! Jason’s fondest wish! The Allies for Peace! X-Men movies are mid! The best X-Men cartoon is…! Adamantium bullet-induced amnesia! Hollywood can’t do Dark Phoenix right! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersus The...
Episode 61: Adult Siblings vs The California Raisins
May 27, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBFollowing up on A Claymation Christmas Special, this week the Siblings look at a rather unlikely pop culture phenomenon from the 80s; the California Raisins and their signature primetime TV special “Meet the Raisins.” Hope you like food puns. Discussed: “We’re never getting back to Disney, are we?” Gotta Sell Them Raisins! The Rise and fall of the California Raisins! The Michigan Dried Cherries! It’s Zoot’s time to shine! Lick Broccoli is here to stay! Punk rock is bad, actually! ...
Episode 60: Adult Siblings vs Ever After – A Cinderella Story
May 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBFor the first time ever, the Siblings complete a request from a listener as they tackle 1990s Drew Barrymore project Ever After. Does this feminist, “historically accurate” version of Cinderella hold up or did we just lose a fan? Discussed: Cinderella…but real?! Late 90s Drew Barrymore! Strong Female Lead! We stan Jacqueline in this house! English Accent + European Accent? Anjelica Huston, classing up the joint! The Rocky Horror Ever After Show! Contact us at adultsiblingsversus@g...
Episode 59: Adult Siblings vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990 Film)
May 07, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBCowabunga! This week the Siblings revisit a somewhat forgotten classic the superhero film genre, the original movie adaptation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, as they try to answer the classic question proposed by Partners in Kryme; was Raphael or Leonardo the leader of the group? Discussed: The TMNT/Daredevil connection! Hey, it’s Jim Henson! The Foot Clan Lair! The problem(s) with April O'Neil! The Mysterious & Missing Twelve Pages! Elmo taught them to be ninja teens! Sam Rock...
Episode 58: Adult Siblings vs Mary Poppins (Film)
April 30, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBIn the final episode of March and/or April Musical Month, the Siblings look back at the classic live-action Disney movie Mary Poppins and see if it holds up. Surely Dick Van Dyke’s accent has aged well. Discussed: “A nightmare of my own making!” Julie Andrews’ Last Laugh! Travers V Disney: Damn of Poppins! Edge of Tomorrow: The Muscial! Not a Time Lord! We are Chimney Sweeps! We are Legion! PoppinsVision! (Don’t) Feed the birds! Contact us at [email protected] Twitt...
Episode 57: Adult Siblings vs The Phantom of the Opera (2004 Film)
April 17, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBThe Siblings look at one of the most successful musicals of all time…and it’s less than fondly remembered film adaptation. Is the film as problematic as legend says or has it ended up aging like a fine wine? It’s the former. Discussed: Ari Rants! The Fandom of the Opera? Casting woes! Minnie Driver doesn’t sing in a musical (again)! Stupid Sexy Phantom! Hot for the teacher/psychotic kidnapper! Beauty & The Raoul! Contact us at [email protected] Twitter: @AdultVersu...