Couch Buddies Podcast
182 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsA podcast about romance movies and two women who watch them together.
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Ep 130 Remember the Titans
March 10, 2021 15:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBThis week, the hosts are covering the 2000's football movie "Remember the Titans." They discuss the history behind the movie as well as the film itself. It's a bit of a long one! Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 129 The Mighty Ducks
March 03, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBThis month, the hosts are beginning another theme month. To celebrate March Madness, the hosts are discussing different sports movies. And it begins with 1992's The Mighty Ducks. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 128 Sabrina (1995)
February 24, 2021 15:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBThis week we go back to the 90s. This one is a remake of a 1950s film, 1995's Sabrina starring Harrison Ford, Julia Ormond, and Greg Kinnear. Both movies are discussed generally, while the 95 version is what is covered in full. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 127 Runaway Bride
February 17, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBJoin us as we flashback to 1999's Runaway Bride starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. Does this movie hold up? There are definitely some opinions! Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 126 My Big Fat Greek Wedding
February 10, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBOn this week before Valentine's Day, the hosts tackle a rom-com classic, 2002's "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." It is a favorite for a variety of reasons. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 125: Twisted
January 27, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBTo finish out our Starkid month, Kia and Michele talk about the muscial Twisted: The untold story of a royal vizier. It is essentially a Wicked style take on the Disney animated film, Aladdin. It is a favorite with the hosts for certain. As Starkid produces musicals, Michele put together a Spotify playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77tzmV5lNTl0gjzfioTyCz Intro music: Dream a Little Harder by AJ Holmes and Kaylie McMahon from the Twisted soundtrack Outro music: Life of R...
Ep 124: Holy Musical B@man!
January 20, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBContinuing Starkid month, Michele and Kia discuss the 2012 fan musical Holy Musical B@man starring Joe Walker and Nick Lang. This show parodies every type of Batman property ever and does it oh so enjoyably. Buckle up as this one also sends both hosts off onto some side trails. As Starkid produces musicals, Michele put together a Spotify playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77tzmV5lNTl0gjzfioTyCz Intro music: Holy Musical B@man medly by Nick Gage performed by Starkid from the...
Ep 123 Ani: A Parody
January 13, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBFor our first Starkid production, we are talking about Ani: A Parody. With music by TalkFine and book by Nick and Matt Lang, this is a parody from 2014 that covers Darth Vader and friends just before Star Wars: A New Hope As Starkid produces musicals, Michele put together a Spotify playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77tzmV5lNTl0gjzfioTyCz Intro music: Ani Medley by TalkFine performed by Starkid from the Starkid Homecoming Album Outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McClou...
Ep 122: Introducing Team Starkid
January 06, 2021 13:52 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBWelcome to 2021! On this episode, the hosts talk about Starkid productions and their history. All of this is in preparation for the fact that they'll be covering Starkid plays all this month. As Starkid produces musicals, Michele put together a Spotify playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77tzmV5lNTl0gjzfioTyCz Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/...
Ep 121: New Year's Special: Shows that were Cancelled too Soon
December 30, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBHave a favorite show that ended before it's time? So do the hosts and for this final episode of 2020 (Thank goodness!), they will share their favorite shows that ended too soon. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 120 The Christmas Contract
December 16, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBTo round out our Christmas movie coverage, this week we cover the 2018 Lifetime movie "The Christmas Contract" starring Hilarie Burton, Robert Buckley, and Danneel Ackles. Come along for the ride as the hosts genuinely enjoy this sweet made-for-tv movie. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 119 Operation Christmas Drop
December 09, 2020 15:19 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBThis week, the hosts tackle a Christmas movie on Netflix this year "Operation Christmas Drop" starring Kat Graham and Alexander Ludwig. Will this one do better than the last Kat Graham movie the duo watched? Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 118 Babes in Toyland (1986)
December 02, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIt's the most wonderful time of the year...and that means Christmas movies. This time we're watching the "classic" from 1986 "Babes in Toyland" starring Drew Barrymore and Keanu Reeves. It's a journey. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 117 A Knight's Tale
November 18, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBThis week the hosts gallop into 2001's "A Knight's Tale" starring Heath Ledger, Shannyn Sossamon, and Rufus Sewell along with a bevy of other actors that the hosts love. The opinions however are divided! Reminder, no episode next week. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 116 George of the Jungle
November 11, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBThis week, the hosts discuss 1997's "George of the Jungle" starring Brendan Fraser and Leslie Mann. Listen in as Kia and Michele talk about their favorite himbo! Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 115 Ever After
November 04, 2020 15:00 - 2 hours - 97.6 MBThis week, we are tackling a retold fairy tale: 1998's Ever After starring Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, and Anjelica Huston. This movie is a favorite with some amazing performances all around. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 114 Underworld
October 28, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBHappy spooky times! On this episode, the hosts tackle another vampire romance movie...2003's Underworld starring Kate Beckinsale and Scott Speedman. There are opinions, definite opinions. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 113 Twilight
October 21, 2020 14:00 - 2 hours - 99.9 MBThat's right, listeners, this episode we are talking about the movie Twilight starring Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart. Opinions are definitely had about this piece of media. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 112 OTP: Peter & Olivia (Fringe)
October 14, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBMichele discusses her love of Fringe and the relationship between the two main characters, Peter Bishop and Olivia Dunnam. Recorded pre-quarantine Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 111 Letters to Juliet
October 07, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBOn this normal episode, the hosts discuss the 2010 movie "Letters to Juliet" starring Amanda Seyfried, Christopher Egan, Vanessa Redgrave, and Franco Nero. There are...mixed opinions. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 110 Top 5 Disney Couples
September 30, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 78 MBTo finish out Disney month, Kia and Michele discuss their favorite Disney couples. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 109 Aladdin (Live Action)
September 23, 2020 14:23 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBFor Disney month, the hosts are tackling one the live action remakes 2019's Aladdin starring Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, and Marwen Kenzari. The hosts have some feelings about remakes... Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 108 The Princess and the Frog
September 16, 2020 13:37 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBOur Disney month continues with 2009's vastly underappreciated The Princess and the Frog. The hosts discuss their love of the story in all forms. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 107 The Parent Trap (1961)
September 09, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBIt's still Disney month here and this time we are tackling a classic live-action Disney movie. We go all the way back to the 1960's with The Parent Trap starring Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, and Brian Keith. Listen as the hosts share their love of this classic film. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 106 The Little Mermaid
September 02, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBSo this month, we are tackling Disney movies and we are starting it off with a classic: 1989's The Little Mermaid. Our hosts were the perfect age for this when it came out, but does it hold up? Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 105 Crazy Rich Asians
August 26, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBOn this episode, the hosts discuss the 2018 film "Crazy Rich Asians" starring Constance Wu and Henry Golding. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 104 OTP: Ray and 'Livy'
August 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThis week, Kia covers an obscure OTP from the 2005 Hallmark Hall of Fame movie "The Magic of Ordinary Days" starring Keri Russell and Skeet Ulrich. Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 103 Motocrossed
August 12, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBThis week the hosts are continuing to cleanse their palate. This time they are discussing the 2001 Disney Channel Original Movie "Motocrossed" starring Alana Austin. This is a blast to the past for the hosts as both saw this movie when it aired on the Disney Channel. Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 102 The Three Musketeers
August 05, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBThis week, Kia needs a palate cleanser so the hosts discuss a favorite movie that isn't exactly a romance, 1993's The Three Musketeers. The movie stars Chris O'Donnell, Charlie Sheen, Kiefer Sutherland, and Oliver Platt. Both hosts have loved it for a number of years, so expect quotes galore. Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 101 Love, Rosie
July 29, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBSo this episode, Kia and Michele discuss the 2014 movie, Love, Rosie starring Lily James and Sam Claflin. And well....it's a movie.... Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 100 Pike Trickfoot & Scanlan Shorthalt(CR)
July 22, 2020 14:00 - 54 minutes - 45.7 MBWHOO-HOO Episode 100! For this OTP, Michele discusses another couple from Critical Role Campaign 1: Pike Trickfoot and Scanlan Shorthalt...Pikelan. The characters are played by Ashley Johnson and Sam Riegal respectively. Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep. 99 A Cinderella Story
July 15, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBOn this episode, the hosts are tackling 2004's "A Cinderella Story" starring Hilary Duff and Chad Michael Murray. Does the 2004 era film hold up? Recorded Pre-Pandemic Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep. 98 Dirty Dancing
July 08, 2020 14:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBTime for a classic, buddies. Grab your dancing shoes, cause this time the hosts are talking about 1987's "Dirty Dancing" starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. We've had the time of our lives on this one. Once again, this was recorded pre-Pandemic (and pre-Jennifer Grey and Clark Gregg's divorce announcement). Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 97 Sliding Doors
July 01, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBHey buddies! We're back! This time we are talking about one of Kia's all time favorite movies, 1998's Sliding Doors, starring Gwyneth Paltrow, John Hannah, and John Lynch. This episode was recorded pre-Pandemic, so if there are any outdated references in there we apologize. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 96 OTP: David and Patrick (Schitt's Creek)
June 24, 2020 14:00 - 2 hours - 97.5 MBTo close out our Pride month celebration, Kia discusses the pairing of David and Patrick from Schitt's Creek. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 95 Imagine Me & You
June 17, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBHappy Pride. On this ep, the hosts continue their Pride celebration by watching the 2005 British movie Imagine Me & You starring Lena Heady and Piper Perabo. A good time is had by all. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep. 94 Love,Simon
June 10, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBWe're back with a regular episode! To celebrate Pride, the hosts are tackling 2018's Love, Simon. This one goes a little long as the hosts are a bit rusty at podcasting! Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 93: Fanfiction: Fics we love
May 27, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBSo on this ep, Michele and Kia delve into their pasts discussing their love of fanfiction and what it has meant to them as well as making a few fanfiction recommendations. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 92 Book Binge: Misc. Books
May 20, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBOn the final Book Binge episode, the hosts deliver a hodge podge of their favorite books that they haven't discussed yet. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 91 Book Binge: Classic Edition
May 13, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBOn this episode, our hosts delve into the classic novels they love. In doing so, they reminisce about college and life in general. Enjoy. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 90: Book Binge: Romance Edition
May 06, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBAnother book recommendation episode and this time, it's the Bread and butter of couch buddies: Romance books. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 89 Book Binge: Fantasy Novels
April 29, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBWe're back with more Book recommendations. This week Kia and Michele tackle their favorite fantasy novels and why you should read them. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 88 Book Binge: Mystery
April 22, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 33.5 MBAnd now for something completely different, this time the hosts put their head together and started a new series. Book recommendations! On this particular episode, Michele and Kia recommend mystery novels. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 87: What to Bingewatch
April 15, 2020 14:00 - 59 minutes - 53 MBOn this episode, the hosts are giving their self-isolation binge watch recommendations. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 86: Self Isolation Special: Fancasting for DC
April 08, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn this episode, the hosts record from separate locations for the first time. (Hence the different audio sound) As the duo socially distances, they ask the question: who would their dream cast be for the DC universe Justice League? Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 85 Flashback: Top Underappreciated Actresses
April 04, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBHere it is, the final flashback to 2016. This time it's Michele and Kia's top ten underrated TV Actresses. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 84 Flashback: Top Underappreciated Actors
April 01, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBOn this flashback, both Michele and Kia chose 10 actors from TV that they felt were underappreciated and discussed why. There's also a few honorable mentions. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 83 Flashback to High School Musical
March 28, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBAnother flashback episode! This time, Michele forces Kia to watch High School Musical 1 and High School Musical 3. Does she love it, like it,...or hate it? Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 82 Flashback to My Cousin Vinny
March 25, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBBefore Couch Buddies started, Kia and Michele tried a different podcast. This is the first of two they recorded. They watched 1992's "My Cousin Vinny." Kia had seen and Michele had not. Enjoy! Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ep 81 Not Another Happy Ending
March 18, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThis week we're dipping into the independent side of film with 2013's Not Another Happy Ending starring Karen Gillan and Stanley Weber. Enjoy as we dip into a Scottish film about a Scottish writer and her French publisher. Intro and outro music: Life of Riley by Kevin McCloud (InCompetech) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/