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We're Obsessed

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From Nintendo 64 games to iconic cartoons, some things are just worth obsessing over. Join sisters Lindsay Underwood and Halle Watson as they obsess about pop culture, nostalgia, and everything in between.

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Episodes

Obsessed with Halloween Specials (Part 3)

October 31, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 77.6 MB

Horror? Fear? Not today. This Halloween, sisters Lindsay and Halle chat about their favorite sit com Halloween specials. From their love of 30 Rock to (hear them out...) their disinterest in The Office, they cover a lot of ground.  Plus, stay to the end of the episode for their (extra spooky) modern obsessions.

Obsessed with All the Things!

October 13, 2023 13:10 - 54 minutes - 101 MB

Lindsay and Halle catch up on all their latest obsessions in this episode. Teen rom coms, heartfelt novels, top albums, and more. 

Obsessed with Songs from Our Childhood (Our 3-Year Anniversary!!!)

August 16, 2023 18:40 - 1 hour - 129 MB

From classic musical moments to obnoxious earworms from the depths of YouTube, we cover it all this episode! What better way to celebrate our three-year podcast anniversary??

Obsessed with Brother Bear

June 28, 2023 12:29 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Totems and moose and brother bears, oh my! Between mystical spirits and Phil Collins, this movie has our hearts. Plus, don't foreget to join us at the end of the episode as we chat about some of our current obsessions.

Obsessed with Mr. Deeds

June 22, 2023 14:31 - 58 minutes - 104 MB

This is your sign to re-watch this hilarious 2000's Adam Sandler gem. Just about every line is quotable, the cast is killer, and the frostbitten foot will haunt our dreams for years to come. Don't forget to stick around at the end of the episode to hear about our modern obsessions!

Obsessed with SEGA Lion King & Aladdin

June 07, 2023 18:28 - 56 minutes - 101 MB

Frustrating monkeys! Gamified Disney jams! Never beating games because you can't save! This week, we dive into collabs of some of our favorite things: OG SEGA games and classic Disney movies. So dust off your SEGA Genesis and join us for a walk down memory lane.

Obsessed with Once Upon a Forest

May 25, 2023 01:49 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Interested in an early '90s flop with a strong environmental message? We've got just the thing for you! Join us on an adventure featuring Abigail, Edgar, Russell, and Michelle - a scrappy gang of furlings taking on a gas spill in their forest habitat. With some emotional songs, the yellow dragons, a controversial teacher (at least to us) and an insane flying machine - we're obsessed! 

Obsessed with Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

May 11, 2023 13:54 - 1 hour - 144 MB

Anakin's downfall, glorious lava battles, youngling muders, and everyone but Obi Wan continuing to be mid. The "Revenge of the Sith" has it all. Join us as we wrap up our prequel discussion by diving into this absolute gem.

Obsessed with Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

May 04, 2023 13:47 - 57 minutes - 104 MB

The prequels obsession continues! This week, we tackle the absolutely whirlwind that is Star Wars: Episode II. With a little less Jar Jar and a lot more Obi Wan and our brooding boy Anakin, we think this one is worth the obsession. (And can we talk about Natalie Portman's white outfit??) As always, stick around to the end of the episode to hear about our modern obsession. This week, we talked about our joint obsesson: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. 

Obsessed with Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

April 26, 2023 20:44 - 59 minutes - 95.6 MB

To have grown up on it is to be obsessed with it. (Sorry not sorry.) Join Lindsay Underwood and Halle Watson as they kick off their Star Wars prequels rewatch. We've got hottie Obi Wan, a terrible child actor, and what is likely the worst character ever created. Overall, it's absolutely obsession-worthy.

Obsessed with NEW!!! Content (Part 2)

April 26, 2023 19:48 - 42 minutes - 80.8 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle continue their conversation about all the things that have been obsessing over recently and look ahead to some movies, shows, and games they're looking forward to.

Obsessed with NEW!!! Content (Part 1)

April 10, 2023 17:20 - 56 minutes - 106 MB

Instead of looking back at their favorite childhood obsessions, this week sisters Lindsay Underwood and Halle Watson dive into all of their recent media obsessions. They cover everything from The Last of Us to Puss in Boots, so get ready to find your new fave obsession. This is part one of two episodes.

Obsessed with A League of Their Own/Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

April 10, 2023 14:22 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Another episode, another editions of our verses series! Dive in to see why A League of Their Own and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs are both so obsession-worthy.

(Are We?) Obsessed with Matilda the Musical

February 27, 2023 16:39 - 39 minutes - 69.4 MB

"Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty..." The songs! The cast! The Matilda of it all! Join us as we give our (mostly glowing, tbh) opinion of Matilda the Musical.

Obsessed with Matilda

February 01, 2023 22:10 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Come revisit this over-the-top, magical romp with us as we battle Miss Trunchbull and trick Miss Honey into adopting us. Need we say more?

Obsessed with Rockband

January 17, 2023 15:44 - 46 minutes - 83.3 MB

"Yes, I will have one Band World Tour, please." This week, we're talking all things Rock Band! From set lists to character designs, this game revolutionized our tiny little childhood lives and it was so fun to reminise about it.  And don't forget to stay to the end of the episode to hear our modern obsessons!

(Are We?) Obsessed with A Christmas Story Christmas

December 19, 2022 17:39 - 39 minutes - 74.4 MB

We watched A Christmas Story Christmas to figure out: are we obsessed with it? TL;DR: Yes. Yes we are. This delightful Christmas movie had the right amount of nostalgia, sledding shenanigans, and drunk moms. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, & Happy New Year from the We're Obsessed pod!

Obsessed with Jack Frost

December 13, 2022 19:12 - 1 hour - 117 MB

As the saying goes: the best way to spread Christmas cheer is by resurrecting your dead father into a snowman by playing your magical harmonica. Jack Frost is a wild ride, and we wouldn't have it any other way!  Enjoy some Christmas programming and don't forget to stick around at the end of the ep as we talk about our modern obsessions.

Obsessed with The Ultimate Christmas Present

December 06, 2022 15:34 - 40 minutes - 72.4 MB

In this festive Disney Channel Original Movie, one terrible girl in LA wants it to snow on Christmas, and make it everybody else's problem. With human-sized elves, a forgetful Santa, and Brenda Song as sidekick, this movie has a lot to obsess over. And don't forget to stick around at the end of the episode for our modern obsessions!

100th Episode Extravaganza! (Part 2)

November 29, 2022 13:30 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Even more nostalgia! Join us as we dive into more obsession-worthy moments from the 1990s and early 2000s. From VHS culture to Limewire to the OG Build-A-Bear stores, you won't want to miss this ep.

100th Episode Extravaganza! (Part 1)

November 22, 2022 17:33 - 56 minutes - 106 MB

Take a walk down memory lane with us as we celebrate 100 episodes by chatting about 100 things that made our 1990s and early 2000s childhoods so iconic. From "Sing to me, Paolo" to McDonald's toys to Lip Smackers, this ep goes in. Join us next week for part two and even more things to obsess over!

Obsessed with Signs

November 14, 2022 14:22 - 50 minutes - 96.4 MB

"Signs" traumatized us as kids, so naturally, we're now obsessed with it. In this movie, M. Night Shyamalan teams up with Mel Gibson to defeat a bunch of aliens (kinda?). It's got everything: a dead mom, a creepy kid, crops circles, and more. Listen to see why we're obsessed! And don't forget to stick around to the end of the ep to check out of modern obsessions.

Obsessed with Halloweentown

October 31, 2022 15:51 - 38 minutes - 67.7 MB

Happy Halloween! Or should we say, "Welcome to Halloweentown"?? This week, we revist everyone's favorite spooky dimension á la Disney Channel Original Movie. We've got our powerful young witch, our quirky grandma, and an eViL PlOt. Need we say more? Also, don't forget to stick around to the end of the episode to catch our modern obsessions.

Obsessed with Dexter's Laboratory

October 10, 2022 16:29 - 32 minutes - 59.9 MB

"Deedee! Get out of my laboratory!" As for everyone else, dive into this week's episode of We're Obsessed as two sisters talk all things 90's nostalgia. And don't forget to stick around till the end of the ep to hear their modern obsession.

Obsessed with Mean Girls

October 03, 2022 13:23 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MB

It's October 3rd, the day Aaron Samuels asked Cady Heron what day it was, so of course we are honoring all things "Mean Girls." This absolute iconic moment in pop culture gave us so much to obsess over. From amazing quotable lines, the Plastics, and burn books, we chat a little about our our love for this movie. As always, stick around at the end of the episode for our modern obsessions!

Obsessed with Almost Heroes/The Corpse Bride

September 20, 2022 13:49 - 45 minutes - 78.7 MB

Two very different obsessions take the spotlight in this week's episode. Join sisters Lindsay and Halle as they share some of their more age-specific obsessions with one another. And don't forget to stay to the end to catch their modern obsessions!

Obsessed with Anastasia

September 14, 2022 15:37 - 1 hour - 130 MB

There's a rumor in St. Pettersburg this week as sisters Lindsay and Halle dive into the all-time fave, Anastasia! Adorable bats, hot con artists (lookin at you, Dimitri), and a perfect soundtrack make this one obsession-worthy.  And don't forget to stick around at the end of the episode for their modern obsessions!

Obsessed with Toys (Part 2)

September 06, 2022 11:35 - 43 minutes - 73.7 MB

Tiny? Adorable?? Extremely fun??? This week, Lindsay and Halle are talking about all things Pound Puppies and Polly Pockets, two very nostalgic toys from their childhoods. Between the sad, droopy eyes of the pups and Polly's McMansion, there is a lot to obsess over.

Obsessed with Grease

August 22, 2022 19:13 - 50 minutes - 89.6 MB

In honor of the late and the great Olivia Newton-John, sisters Lindsay and Halle tackle none other than the absolute classic hit, Grease. From Olivia's soulful "Hopelessly Devoted to You," the show-stopper "Grease Lightening," and John Travolta's hip movements, there is a lot to obsess over.

Obsessed with MORE Hot Cartoons (Our 2-Year Anniversary Special!!!)

August 17, 2022 17:55 - 53 minutes - 96 MB

Two years have come and gone since this podcast launched, but some things never change. Mainly, the hotness of cartoon characters. Join sisters Lindsay and Halle as they celebrate their two-year podcast-iversary by being completely unhinged.

Obsessed with Holes

August 08, 2022 16:52 - 52 minutes - 93.2 MB

"Dig it oh oh ohhhh dig it." This week, Lindsay and Halle dig into (sorry, we had to) the absolute classic, "Holes."  There's nothing like being nostalgic about a children's labor camp crawling with deadly lizards. With a stellar cast and, we'll admit, a pretty convoluted plot, this one still stands the test of time! Don't forget to stick around at the end of the ep for their modern obsessions!

Obsessed with Musicals (Part 1)

August 01, 2022 19:16 - 1 hour - 111 MB

The time has finally come... Sisters Lindsay and Halle are diving into a new category of obsession: live musicals! They're not sure how it took them this long to get here, but now that it's happeneing they're tackling "Wicked" and "The Lion King," some of the most iconic musicals of all-time. Sit back and enjoy this love letter to the genre.

Obsessed with Freddi Fish and the Case of the Missing Kelp Seeds

July 26, 2022 13:57 - 34 minutes - 62.6 MB

Get your mouse ready and start clicking everything on the screen because this week Lindsay and Halle are revisiting the PC game "Freddi Fish and the Case of the Missing Kelp Seeds." In this episode they get to the bottom of the true mysteries of this game: Why was Grandma Grouper so powerful? Will the Squidfather win the day? Do we really have to keep hanging out with Luther?   And don't forget to stick around to catch their modern obsessions at the end of the episode!

Obsessed with The Thirteenth Year

July 18, 2022 13:12 - 43 minutes - 79.9 MB

"You're a mermaid??" "MerMAN!" This week, Lindsay Underwood and Halle Watson dive (pun intended) into the Disney Channel Original Movie, The Thirteenth Year. They chat about the worst-ever merman hunter, a nerd who wants to be bullied, and a Spiderman-power-wielding 13-year-old. Plenty to chat about.

(Still) Obsessed with She's the Man

July 11, 2022 13:22 - 49 minutes - 89.5 MB

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a re-run! Halle’s audio difficulties may have thrawted their recording efforts this week, but what better to lift their spirits than Amanda Bynes crossdressing while falling in love with Channing Tatum? Yeah, we’re not sure either. So buckle up and enjoy this rerun of one of their most iconic obsessions, She’s the Man.

Obsessed with Rocket Power

June 27, 2022 14:55 - 43 minutes - 79 MB

Woogity woogity woogity! This week, Lindsay and Halle talk about the 1999 Nickelodeon cartoon, Rocket Power. That's right, it's time to chat about a bunch of 9-year-old kids who run around unsupervised on the beach and play extreme sports. (If the shows holds up is another matter entirely...) Don't forget to stick around for Lindsay and Halle's modern obsessions! This week... Lindsay was obsessing over Love, Death & Robots <-though Halle is appauled at the lack of oxford comma, she suppo...

Obsessed with FernGully: The Last Rainforest

June 21, 2022 13:15 - 56 minutes - 97.5 MB

Descructive humans, sexy fairies, and one very sensual smog monster––this movie has everything. Join sisters Lindsay and Halle as they add new characters to their hot cartoons list and continue to obsess over all things Robin Williams and Tim Curry.

Obsessed with Madeline (1998)

June 06, 2022 13:37 - 47 minutes - 85.9 MB

The beloved books? The popular series? Nope. This week, Lindsay and Halle dive into the 1998 live-action Madeline movie. From a perfect Miss Clavel (we don't deserve Frances McDormand) to charming Genevieve to one boy's mouse guillotine (you heard us right), this movie is still worth the obsession.

Obsessed with The Princess Bride

May 23, 2022 15:20 - 50 minutes - 90.2 MB

Inconceivable! This week, Lindsay and Halle tackle one of the all-time greats: The Princess Bride. They discuss the ROUSs, the traumatizing torture machine, and of course, everybody's favorite Spaniard, Inigo Montoya.  And remember: never go against a Sicilian when death is on the line!  

Obsessed with Board Games (Part 4)

May 16, 2022 13:56 - 36 minutes - 66.1 MB

The obsession continues! This week, Lindsay and Halle revist even more board games from their childhood (and navigate the minefiled that is potentially problematic games for young girls). But how else were they to know they were pretty, pretty pincesses or if Jamal liked them back?? (And make sure to stay to the end of the episode for their modern obsessions.)  

Obsessed with Even Stevens

May 09, 2022 14:25 - 52 minutes - 94.6 MB

Lindsay and Halle revisit a favorite show, "Even Stevens." They discuss the Beans of it all, their favorite Ren and Louis moments, and of course, remembering that we went to the moon in 1969 (not 1970, but a year sooner). And stick around to the end of the episode for their current obsessions. Watch Even Stevens on Disney+ Read Halle's current obsession, The Soulmate Equation by Christian Lauren. Watch Lindsay's current obsession, "Human Resources" on Netflix.

Obsessed with Rikki-Tikki-Tavi/Eureeka's Castle

May 02, 2022 13:45 - 49 minutes - 92.4 MB

Lindsay and Halle are back with another “versus” episode, where they discuss some of their separate childhood obsessions. Join them as they convince each other (and listeners) why they should be obsessed too. This week, Halle discusses the adorable, murderous mongoose, "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," and Lindsay shares about the considerably less murderous pals who live over in "Eureka‘s Castle." And stick around to the end of the episode for their modern obsessions!

Obsessed with Blank Check

April 18, 2022 17:43 - 39 minutes - 73.6 MB

The spending spree childhood dreams are made of, a B plot full of criminal schenanigans, and a severely troubling romance can only mean one thing: it's time to talk about Blank Check! Join sisters Lindsay Underwood and Halle Watson as they revisit this moment of 90's nostaglia and ask: who approved this?!? 

Obsessed with Lion King 2: Simba's Pride

April 11, 2022 02:14 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Hot lions, iconic songs, and glorious manes blowing in the breeze. It's finally time: Lindsay and Halle tackle an all-time fave, Lion King 2: Simba's Pride. Join them on their excursion back into the pride lands (and into upendi).

Obsessed with It Takes Two

March 28, 2022 14:00 - 55 minutes - 100 MB

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are at it again in this 90's classic, It Takes Two. Join Lindsay and Halle as they dive into the chaos of "identical strangers," swoon over Steve Guttenberg, theorize about Miss Kensington, and scrutinize the Buttkisses (yes, you heard that right). Stick around to the end of the episode to catch their modern obsessions: Follow us on Instagram here. Check out A River Enchanted by Rebecca Ross here. Check out Castles in their Bones by Laura Sebastian here.

Are We Obsessed with The Proud Family Louder and Prouder?

March 14, 2022 18:28 - 59 minutes - 107 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle get to the bottom of the tough questions: Are they louder? Are they prouder? Will Oscar ever get a real job? Will Puff get justice? Will Al Roker make an appearance??? Buckle up for the reboot we didn't know we needed. Watch The Proud Family and Louder and Prouder on Disney+ Check out Halle's modern obsession The Alchemy of Air by Thomas Hager Check out Lindsay's modern (life-ruining) obsession Elden Ring on Playstation, Xbox, and PC

Obsessed with The Proud Family

March 09, 2022 18:47 - 53 minutes - 97.2 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle talk family with one of their fave Disney shows: The Proud Family. Between a reboot, the theme song, a magical Al Roker, and Dijonay (that's it - we just love Dijonay), there's a lot to obsess over. Plus, stay for the end of the episode where Lindsay and Halle share their current obsessions: Superstore (Lindsay) and Murderville (Halle).  - Follow us on Instagram here. - Check out The Proud Family on Disney+ here.  - Stream Superstore on Hulu here. - Wat...

Obsessed with ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkotron

February 28, 2022 16:18 - 54 minutes - 97.4 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle revisit part II of the ToeJam and Earl franchise with Panic on Funkotron. Between the Hyper Funk Zone, a complete revamped game, and minigames galore (even if we're stingy with our coins), there's a lot to obsess over. Plus, stay tuned for the end of the episode where Lindsay and Halle share their modern obsessions: Rayman Legends (Lindsay) and Succession/Binge Mode Harry Potter (Halle). - Follow us on Instagram here - Check out ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funk...

Obsessed with Arthur

February 21, 2022 17:19 - 44 minutes - 84.6 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle pay homage to the beloved PBS show Arthur. Arthur officially ended last month after 25 seasons! Between D.W., a very catchy theme song, and a true menagerie of anthropomorphic animals, there's a lot to obsess over. Plus, stay for the end of the episode where Lindsay and Halle share their current obsessions: CODA (Lindsay) and Saturday Morning All Star Hits! (Halle).  - Follow us on Instagram here. - Watch Arthur on PBS here.  - Watch CODA on Apple+ here.  ...

Obsessed with Love

February 14, 2022 13:43 - 54 minutes - 104 MB

This week, Lindsay and Halle celebrate Valentine's Day with an episode all about love. They chat about fave nostalgic friendships, couple goals, and some podcast loves from episodes past. From Aladdin and Jasmine to Wall-e and Eve (and many, many more), there's a lot to obsess over. Plus, stay for the end of the episode where Lindsay and Halle share their current obsessions: Heartstopper: Volume Four by Alice Oseman and Rick and Morty (Lindsay), and The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostert...