The Outfit Repeaters

Episode 131: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - December 2023

Paginated Media — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in December 2023, including Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Anyone But You, Silent Night, Poor Things, American Fiction, and more. Marisa shares her next guilty pleasure show. Plus, stop coming at Jermaine because he uses Apple Music!

Episode 65: The Crown Season 6, Episode 1 Persona Non Grata Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, are back to discuss The Crown Season 6, Episode 1: Persona Non Grata. Together, they break down the shift that The Crown has taken away from Queen Elizabeth, and speculate as to what a more Queen Elizabeth-focused final season would look like. Plus, sponsors?

Episode 130: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - November 2023

Paginated Media — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in November 2023, including The Marvels, A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Wish, Saltburn, Priscilla, Next Goal Wins, The Curse, Squid Game: The Challenge, Colin From Accounts, and more. Marisa shares her next guilty pleasure show. Plus, has Marvel fatigue finally set in?

Episode 64: The Queen (2006) Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, dive into the 2006 Oscar nominee The Queen, written by none other than Peter Morgan. Together, they ponder how the events depicted in The Queen will unfold in the upcoming final season of The Crown. Ivan breaks down his own death plan, Ghost Protocol, while Carlyn remembers her time at cotillion. Plus, the bar has never been lower to finally abolish the Kinky Crown Award.

Episode 63: Diana (2013) Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, watch the garden of love that is Oliver Hirschbiegel's 2013 film Diana, starring Naomi Watts, Naveen Andrews, Charles Edwards, and Geraldine James. The film boasts a 7% Rotten Tomatoes score, but it can't be that bad, right? Plus, some Razzie Award trivia.

Episode 129: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - September 2023

Paginated Media — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in September 2023, including The Golden Bachelor, Snake Oil, Sex Education, The Morning Show, Gen V, The Other Black Girl, Dicks the Musical, Saw X, She Came to Me, Love at First Sight, and more. Marisa learns her contact info for Jermaine has been incorrect for months. Plus, Jermaine's new workout playlist.

Episode 62: The Young Victoria (2009) Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0500

While waiting for the return of The Crown, Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, watch Jean-Marc Vallée's 2009 film The Young Victoria, starring Emily Blunt, Rupert Friend, Paul Bettany, Miranda Richardson, Jim Broadbent, Mark Strong, and Harriet Walter. Was this a political drama, a low-stakes romance, or a pseudo-thriller? Why not all three! Plus, Ivan shares which movie has the lowest Rotten Tomatoes score that he still enjoyed.

Episode 128: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - August 2023

Paginated Media — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in August 2023, including Big Brother, The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, Rap Sh!t, Strange Planet, Red, White & Royal Blue, The Monkey King, The Meg 2, and Gran Turismo. Which joke suggestion leads Marisa to threaten divorce? Plus, thought on Barbie and the struggles of finding a ticket for Oppenheimer.

Episode 127: How I Met Your Father 219 Shady Parker and 220 Okay Fine, It's a Hurricane Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episodes 219: Shady Parker and 220: Okay Fine, It's a Hurricane, which premiered on July 11, 2023. With a series renewal TBC, do we feel confident on where we're at in our father search at the close of Season 2? And who earns our overall season MVP awards? Plus, we have some questions about Drew...

Episode 126: How I Met Your Father 218 Parent Trap Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 218: Parent Trap, which premiered on July 4, 2023. Marisa would recognize Gronk's voice anywhere. Sam decides whether he would rather join a Millie Bobby Brown book club or an Olivia Rodrigo book club. Plus, who reacts this way for tiramisu?

Episode 125: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - July 2023

Paginated Media — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in July 2023, including Barbie, Oppenheimer, The Haunted Mansion, Quarterback, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York, Survival of the Thickest, and The Afterparty. Plus, Jermaine shares some thoughts from his first ever trip to Los Angeles.

Episode 124: How I Met Your Father 217 Out of Sync Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 217: Out of Sync, which premiered on June 27, 2023. Marisa's TikTok feed is getting a little weird, and Sam learns about Taye Diggs' social media presence. Plus, a blast from the past on the sound board.

Episode 123: How I Met Your Father 216 The Jersey Connection Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 216: The Jersey Connection, which premiered on June 20, 2023. Sam appreciates the turn the show takes with the Big Kid Chef. Marisa finds Val and Charlie to be tragic. Bob crushes us with the things he does. Plus, what is the tramp in Lady and the Tramp's actual name?

Episode 122: How I Met Your Father 215 Working Girls Recap

Paginated Media — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 215: Working Girls, which premiered on June 13, 2023. Can we officially qualify Sophie as an anti-hero? And will Sid's storylines ever get a little bit more time to breathe? Plus, who is out there using candy cane soap? Because stop that.

Episode 121: How I Met Your Father 214 Disengagement Party Recap

Paginated Media — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 214: Disengagement Party, which premiered on June 6, 2023. How come Val's mom doesn't want to name the British Spider-Man? And who does Swish know at the State Department to get him a private island? Plus, is Joe Pesci's New York Musts a real book?

Episode 120: How I Met Your Father 213 Family Business Recap

Paginated Media — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 213: Family Business, which premiered on May 30, 2023. Do Kyle Richards and Brooke Shields look the same? And how many hot dog can they squeeze into one podcast? Plus, does Val have a Vaseline problem?

Episode 119: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - June 2023

Paginated Media — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Sam and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in June 2023, including Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, No Hard Feelings, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, The Blackening, The Idol, The Lazarus Project, The Bear, and The Crowded Room. With Marisa out, they do their best to stay focused. Plus, thoughts on Max and the new Netflix account restrictions.

Episode 118: How I Met Your Father 212 Not a Mama Mia Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 26 May 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 212: Not a Mama Mia, which premiered on May 23, 2023. Has the show finally found its groove? And what are the odds that three people from the first Lollapalooza all end up in the New York metropolitan area. Plus, will Taylor return?

Episode 117: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - May 2023

Paginated Media — Mon, 01 May 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in May 2023, including Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3, You Hurt My Feelings, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, XO, Kitty, American Born Chinese, Silo, High Desert, and White House Plumbers. Plus, Sam prepares Jermaine for Fast X by walking him through the Fast & Furious ride at Universal Orlando.

Episode 116: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - April 2023

Paginated Media — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in April 2023, including Schmigadoon, Barry, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, Jury Duty, The Super Mario Bros Movie, Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret, Renfield, and Ghosted. Sam forgets how to read a calendar and plugs a Tuesday night HBO lineup that doesn't exist. Plus, Jermaine explains how crimes of passion work.

Episode 115: How I Met Your Father 210 I'm His Swish and 211 Daddy Recap

Paginated Media — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episodes 210: I'm His Swish and 211: Daddy, which premiered on March 28, 2023. Is John Corbett the father? And was the Barney cameo really necessary? Plus, is Swish really here to stay?

Episode 114: How I Met Your Father 208 Rewardishment and 209 The Welcome Protocol Recap

Paginated Media — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episodes 208: Rewardishment and 209: The Welcome Protocol, which premiered on March 14, 2023 and March 21, 2023 respectively. Marisa and Sam fundamentally disagree on John Corbett's role in the show. Marisa learns about anatomy, and Sam is confused why their rewardishment scenario is just two punishments. Plus, do $5 Footlongs even exist anymore?

Episode 113: How I Met Your Father 206 Universal Therapy and 207 A Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Valentine’s Day Recap

Paginated Media — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episodes 206: Universal Therapy and 207: A Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Valentine’s Day, which premiered on February 28, 2023 and March 7, 2023 respectively. What on earth are Lizzie and Miranda doing on How I Met Your Father? Is Ronnie the father? Plus, a slew of new inductees into the Woody Penis club.

Episode 112: How I Met Your Father 204 Pathetic Deirdre and 205 Ride or Die Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episodes 204: Pathetic Deirdre and 205: Ride or Die, which premiered on February 14, 2023 and February 21, 2023 respectively. Marisa is becoming all in on Chris Lowell as Jesse, in no small part due to the instant classic "Mega Amazing Lady." Plus, did Sid just deliver the best line of the series so far?

Episode 111: How I Met Your Father 203 The Reset Button Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 203: The Reset Button, which premiered February 7, 2023. One of the craziest episodes thus far, this episode provided them with a Flubber musical, raw bison meat, a men's rights movement, the Wizard of Oz of the Sky, emojis, and so much more. Plus, Marisa shares an update of how her first watch of Veronica Mars is going.

Episode 110: How I Met Your Father 202 Midwife Crisis Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 202: Midwife Crisis, which premiered January 31, 2023. Marisa can relate to Meredith and her deviated septum. Kim Cattrall may have just given us the line of the series. And why are Tia and Tamera in a bidding war over a photo of a substitute music teacher? Plus, would this episode have been better with Daryl Sabara?

Episode 109: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - February 2023

Paginated Media — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in February 2023, including Gunther's Millions, You, Hello Tomorrow, Cocaine Bear, Your Place or Mine, and Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Together, they speculate what M. Night Shyamalan's latest twist will be in Knock at the Cabin, and Jermaine reveals the movie that's making him second guess his Black people in horror movies philosophy.

Episode 108: How I Met Your Father 201 Cool and Chill Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 201: Cool and Chill, which premiered January 24, 2023. Sam wonders why Sid picked literally the worst line dance as his favorite, and Marisa is fully on board for the chaos to come that this episode teases. Plus, how likely are we to see more Sex and the City alumni show up on How I Met Your Father?

Episode 107: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - January 2023

Paginated Media — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in January 2023, including Velma, Koala Man, Anne Rice's Mayfair Witches, Missing, The Drop, M3gan, and, of course, How I Met Your Father Season 2. Marisa recounts the story of how she and Sam got locked out of their apartment on Christmas and shares her favorite holiday movie that came out this year. Plus, a look back at Allison Williams as Peter Pan.

Episode 106: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - December 2022

Paginated Media — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in December 2022, including The Whale, Hannukah on Rye, Emily in Paris, National Treasure: Edge of History, and Riches. Additionally, since it's the last Preview of the year, they all share their favorite film and television show from 2022. Plus, a tease of what's to come in 2023.

Episode 52: The Crown Season 5, Episode 1 Queen Victoria Syndrome Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, are back to discuss The Crown Season 5, Episode 1: Queen Victoria Syndrome, along the way, providing their first impressions of the new cast and breaking down the transition from Season 4 into Season 5. Plus, Ivan provides his HMS Britannia expertise once again.

Episode 105: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - November 2022

Paginated Media — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in November 2022, including Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, Falling for Christmas, Fleishman is in Trouble, Blockbuster, and, of course, The Crown. Jermaine again is shocked that Sam hasn't seen a D-Com he tries to reference. Plus, a detour into music to talk Taylor Swift's Midnights.

Episode 104: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - October 2022

Paginated Media — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in October 2022, including Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, Grey's Anatomy, Derry Girls, Rosaline, Catherine Called Birdy, I Love You, You Hate Me, and more. Sam draws somewhere in the vicinity of 5 gasps over the course of 60 minutes, while Marisa thinks she may have finally found the perfect vampire show.

Episode 41: The Crown Season 4, Episode 1 Gold Stick Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, are back to discuss The Crown Season 4, Episode 1: Gold Stick, in the process answering the very important question: would you rather find a nickel on the ground, or have your local hunter-rider team win a championship?

Episode 103: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - September 2022

Paginated Media — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in September 2022, including Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Vampire Academy, House of Hammer, Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul., Don't Worry Darling, and more. With broadcast premiere season right around the corner, are any new shows worth tuning into? Jermaine reveals his list of actresses that he refuses to watch. Plus, will Riverdale come up again?

Episode 102: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - August 2022

Paginated Media — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine preview the tv shows and movies coming in August 2022, including House of the Dragon (or not, if you're Marisa), Flip to a Million, They/Them, Day Shift, and more. Marisa learns how to craft a perfect logline. Jermaine rehashes some beef he has with Sam, and again has some words about Riverdale. August may be slow, but they've got you covered!

Episode 101: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - July 2022

Paginated Media — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine discuss the tv shows and movies they're excited for coming out in July 2022, including Thor: Love and Thunder, Persuasion, Nope, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, The Challenge: USA, and more. In the process, they try to nail down just how young they could play on screen, and Jermaine blasts his personal trainer for a My Girl 2 take.

Episode 100: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - June 2022

Paginated Media — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa, Sam, and Jermaine convene at the top of the month to talk about what tv shows and movies they're looking forward to in June 2022, all while bringing back some late 90s/early aughts nostalgia including but not limited to Aly & AJ, Coach Carter, and Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet.

Episode 99: The (Pre)View Special with Jermaine Fletcher - May 2022

Paginated Media — Tue, 03 May 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Jermaine Fletcher joins the Marisa and Sam to preview what new shows and movies to get excited for in the month of May 2022. (Looking at you, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers!) Plus, they rank which streamers are worth investing in for the month ahead.

Episode 98: Cheaper by the Dozen (2022) Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Third time's the charm as Marisa and Sam check out the 2022 version of Cheaper by the Dozen starring Zach Braff, Gabrielle Union, and Erika Christensen. Marisa has a fundamental issue with the fact that the premise is actually closer to Yours, Mine & Ours, while Sam fundamentally hates the idea of a restaurant that specializes in soup. Plus, Marisa shares her favorite Gabrielle Union line.

Episode 97: How I Met Your Father Episode 110 Timing is Everything Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined once again by Jermaine Fletcher to discuss the Season 1 finale of Hulu's How I Met Your Father, Timing is Everything, which premiered March 15, 2022. Together, they break down Robin's cameo, Jesse and Meredith's kiss, and the return of an early father candidate. Plus, updated father predictions now that Season 1 is in the books.

Episode 96: How I Met Your Father Episode 109 Jay Street Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 109: Jay Street, which premiered March 8, 2022. Marisa officially has a complaint to file regarding the show's representation, and Sam doesn't understand how Drew (who went to FYRE Festival) remains so chill. Plus, what happened to Drew's dog, Rue McClanahan?

Episode 95: How I Met Your Father Episode 108 The Perfect Shot Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 108: The Perfect Shot, which premiered March 1, 2022. More importantly, they break down the budding conflict between the writers of the show and BTS fans, who are out for blood thanks to a joke that landed terribly. Plus, The Lumineers' Brightside or The Killers' Mr. Brightside?

Episode 94: How I Met Your Father Episode 107 Rivka Rebel Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 107: Rivka Rebel, which premiered February 22, 2022. Marisa decides to read off of Sam's note instead of taking notes of her own, and for a brief moment, it seems like Sam's wish for a Charlie/Ellen feud might come true. Plus, what is the perfect photo to represent Sophie?

Episode 93: How I Met Your Father Episode 106 Stacey Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 106: Stacey, which premiered February 15, 2022. Marisa and Sam learn some alarming things about these characters pasts that they need to be explained further. Is Charlie a serial killer? Will there be a standalone Drew-at-Fyre-Festival Episode? Plus, Marisa and Sam choose the episode's cringiest line.

Episode 28: The Crown Season 3, Episode 1 Olding Recap - Crowning Around

Paginated Media — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Sam Cheung, Carlyn Greenwald, and Ivan Vukovic, three regular everyday Americans, recap The Crown Season 3, Episode 1: Olding, and in the process meet a brand new cast of characters including Olivia Colman, Tobias Menzies, and Helena Bonham Carter. Oh, and Winston is back, too. Plus, a surprise Crown cameo from a former Kinky Crown Award winner!

Episode 92: How I Met Your Father Episode 105 The Good Mom Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 105: The Good Mom, which premiered February 8, 2022. Marisa learns on the podcast that one of her favorite Love, Victor actors has a famous father, and Sam breaks down why this episode almost made him quit the podcast. Plus, Marisa uncovers where we know Sid from.

Episode 91: How I Met Your Father Episode 104 Dirrty Thirty Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 104: Dirrty Thirty, which premiered February 1, 2022. Looking at all the empirical evidence, Marisa and Sam attempt to deduce if Drew is indeed a sociopath. He thinks walking in on people having sex on the shower is a good thing, so not off to a great start. Plus, a deep dive into the USPTO database to find out if "mangagement ring" is available.

Episode 90: How I Met Your Father Episode 103 The Fixer Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Hulu's How I Met Your Father Episode 103: The Fixer, which premiered January 25, 2022. Sam has a theory about Valentina and a suggestion for the Ellen/Charlie subplot, while Marisa sheds light on the "Sad Guy" trope and how Jesse fits right into it. Plus, is Drew actually a father contender?

Episode 89: How I Met Your Father Episodes 101 Pilot and 102 FOMO Recap

Paginated Media — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss the first two episodes of Hulu's How I Met Your Father, Pilot and FOMO. Is this a fill-in for the Lizzie McGuire reboot that they have been craving? And how does it compare to the original How I Met Your Mother franchise. And what is their favorite entry level sedan? Plus, early guesses on who the father is.

Episode 88: Wait, Is That Hilary Duff on The Bachelor?

Paginated Media — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam kick off 2022 by talking about Hilary Duff's short and sweet appearance on The Bachelor Season 26, Episode 2 to promote her upcoming Hulu series How I Met Your Father. Largely underutilized, still serving looks, Hilary showed she still gives one shady confessional. Plus, Marisa tries to rank her favorite dating shows.

Episode 87: Lizzie McGuire vs. Andi Mack

Paginated Media — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam watch the pilot episode of the show that brought Marisa back into Disney Channel: Terri Minsky's Andi Mack, and compare the two Minsky properties. Basically, this means Marisa waxes poetic about Andi Mack for an hour while Sam just questions whether this is even plausible and ends up extending an open invite to Jack Nicholson to join the podcast.

Episode 86: Material Girls (2006) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam recap the 2006 film Material Girls, starring Hilary Duff, Haylie Duff, Anjelica Huston, and a surprise appearance from Dot-Marie Jones. Together, they quickly learn why the film has garnered a 4% Rotten Tomatoes score, and try to figure out why someone who wants to sell a company would choose to actively devalue it before doing so. Plus, a troubling discovery.

Episode 85: Lizzie McGuire vs. Unfabulous

Paginated Media — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam track down the pilot of the unheralded 2004 Nickelodeon show Unfabulous, which stars Emma Roberts as basically Lizzie McGuire's cousin. In Episode 101, "The Party," Randy Klein seriously injures himself and can't throw his back-to-school party, leaving the door open for unpopular, clumsy Addy, a self-taught musician, to host the event. Plus, Marisa provides an update on where she's at with Zoey 101.

Episode 84: Lizzie McGuire vs. Zoey 101

Paginated Media — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam watch the pilot episode of Nickelodeon's Zoey 101 entitled "Welcome to PCA," and compare it to Lizzie McGuire. Who has the better theme song? Which characters are more compelling? Which little brother gives off a wilder energy? And do we like how Zoey 101 just does away with parents? Plus, Sam and Marisa recount their first Los Angeles celebrity encounter.

Episode 83: Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (2005) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam follow up on the prior week's podcast by recapping the 2005 sequel to a remake Cheaper by the Dozen 2, somehow starring even more people than movie number one. Sam continues to be baffled that the marketing department didn't call this movie Cheaper by the Bakers Dozen, while Marisa just can't believe that Eugene Levy agreed to do this. Plus, can someone please explain the deal with Beth?

Episode 82: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam check out the 2003 film Cheaper by the Dozen starring Steve Martin, Bonnie Hunt, Hilary Duff, Piper Perabo, and Teen Choice Award Choice Male Hottie nominees Tom Welling and Ashton Kutcher. Marisa forgot about the publishing subplot (or main plot?) of this movie, and she has some issues. Sam goes down an award show rabbit hole, and wonders how an actor could get an award for worst actor performance playing themselves. Plus, is Tom Baker the original Ted Lasso?

Episode 81: Raise Your Voice (2004) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam dive into another one of Marisa's childhood favorites, the 2004 film Raise Your Voice featuring a star-studded cast that included Hilary Duff, Oliver James, Rita Wilson, Jason Ritter, and Kat Dennings. Plus, another two for one as Davida Williams (aka Claire!) makes a brief appearance as HIlary Duff's best friend who she quickly forgets about when she moves to LA. Marisa shares how this movie became the inspiration for the first book that she wrote as a teenager, while Sam has fun with the spoilers page on IMDb. Plus, who's behind the wildest vocal solo of all time?

Episode 80: A Quarantine Table Read and Other YouTube Gems

Paginated Media — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 02:45:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam revisit the Lizzie McGuire cast reunion and table read of A Rock and a Bra Place recorded in May of 2020, which inevitably leads to, you guessed it, more Christy Carlson Romano videos. Castle Park is confirmed as a Lizzie McGuire shooting location! Plus, is Jake Thomas the real Outfit Repeater?

Episode 79: Hurt vs. Tired vs. Hungry: A Lizzie McGuire Survivor Simulation

Paginated Media — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Kiara Walcott to present Survivor: Hurt vs. Tired vs. Hungry. Using Brantsteele, the trio will run through a simulated Survivor season to discover who can outwit, outplay, outlast, and...outfit(?) the rest to become Lizzie McGuire's sole survivor. It's a dramatic ride with a wild finish you don't want to miss!

Link to the Brantsteele simulation can be found at https://brantsteele.net/survivor/cagayan/r.php?c=p18u8DQ5

Episode 78: You Wish (2003) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam learned last episode that while Hilary Duff and crew were in Rome filming the Lizzie McGuire Movie, Lalaine was off filming a movie of her own - a small DCOM entitled You Wish starring her, AJ Trauth, and Spencer Breslin. Naturally, they had to check it out, and in the process discover the greatest montage in any DCOM ever made. Plus, are they really talking about Christy Carlson Romano for the third week in a row?

Episode 77: The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -0500

It's been quite the long, strange trip, but at long last Marisa and Sam are ready to talk about The Lizzie McGuire Movie. With the help of Jermaine Fletcher and Carlyn Greenwald, they examine how The Lizzie McGuire could easily be a horror film, debate whether Miranda or Larry is the film's biggest absence, and definitively crown the MVP of Lizzie McGuire. Plus, Jermaine always brings some solid D-List celebrity gossip.

Episode 76: A Deep Dive into Hilary Duff's Metamorphasis Album

Paginated Media — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Ivan Arevalo to discuss the timeless 2003 album Metamorphasis by Hilary Duff. Together, they go song by song, breaking down the highs, the lows, and the Kara DioGuardi lyrics that are true poetry. Marisa remembers changing the lyrics to get these songs past elementary school censors, Sam breaks down why 6/8 time signature is the perfect ballad rhythm, and Ivan explains why he hates key changes. Plus, Marisa, Sam, and Ivan play a quick game of We've Got a Situation.

Episode 75: Cadet Kelly(2002) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam recap another movie from Marisa's youth, the 2002 Disney Channel Original Movie Cadet Kelly, starring Hilary Duff, Christy Carlson Romano, and Gary Cole. Marisa did not realize how gay this movie was as a child, but is now pleased to announce that the chemistry between Kelly and Captain Stone is undeniable. Sam struggles to suspend his disbelief, but concedes that this movie is far better than the past few they've watched. Plus, how does Kelly's dad's fall stand up next to a Disney classic?

Episode 74: Agent Cody Banks (2003) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam revisit a movie Marisa had fond memories of from her childhood, the 2003 film Agent Cody Banks starring Frankie Muniz and Hilary Duff, and quickly realize that it has not aged well. What's with the weird energy between Cody and Ronica? And is anybody going to address that Natalie straight up murdered that dude? Plus, why Cats is Natalie's favorite musical, and why pistachio is the Cats of ice cream flavors.

Episode 73: What Happened Last Night (2016) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam believe they may be the first people to review the 2016 film What Happened Last Night, which stars not one, but TWO Lizzie McGuire alumni in Clayton Snyder (Ethan Craft) and Jake Thomas (Matt McGuire). Marisa has A LOT of questions about the cameos in this movie, while Sam just wants to know what happened to Nick Levin? Plus, some wild spelling choices.

Episode 72: The Orchids and Gumbo Poker Club Review

Paginated Media — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam recap the novel The Orchids and Gumbo Poker Club, based on the fictional novel Mr. Dig assigned to Lizzie in Season 2, Episode 3: Mom's Best Friend. In this classic Lizzie McGuire meets The Princess Diaries meets A Cinderella Story, with some bonus tones of She's All That, bayou girl Darcy Lou Beignet wants to know her father and kiss the hottest boy, until she learns that her father was just a regular guy and the hottest boy is actually a real piece of work. Don't worry though; she has a best friend who's...fine? And he's enough to replace both those voids and become all the man she needs. Yeah, it's a wild ride.

Episode 71: The Perfect Man (2005) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam visit an under the radar film from director Mark Rosman (who also directed A Cinderella Story AND several episodes of Lizzie McGuire): the 2005 film The Perfect Man starring Hilary Duff, Heather Locklear, Ben Feldman, and Chris Noth. Once again, Ben Feldman is infiltrating the podcast with his boyish charm, and honestly that's totally fine. Plus, when Collide by Howie Day makes an appearance in a romantic comedy, you're in for a good time.

Episode 70: Ranking the Best and Worst Lizzie McGuire Episodes

Paginated Media — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0500

The highs were high and the lows were low. Now that Marisa and Sam have watched all 65 episodes, they take a crack at ranking the episodes, revealing their lists of Top and Bottom 5 episodes in the series. Plus, a look at how their rankings compare with an old EW list and with the top and bottom rated episodes on IMDb.

Episode 69: Lizzie McGuire Episode 234 Magic Train Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 234: Magic Train, which first aired February 14, 2004. Miraculously, they have made it all the way to this fever dream of a series finale. Marisa compares Clover and Daisy to a Times Square Mickey Mouse, and Sam is minorly triggered by a middle school cafeteria breaking out into song. Plus, was Kate actually correct all along?

Episode 68: Lizzie McGuire Episode 233 One of the Guys Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 233: One of the Guys, which first aired November 21, 2003. Both are extremely triggered by mention of the Presidential Fitness Challenge, and are shocked to learn that years of suffering was caused by fit Swiss kids. Plus, who is this Thomas guy and can we get more of him please?

Episode 67: Lizzie McGuire Episode 232 My Dinner with Mr. Dig Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 232: My Dinner with Mr. Dig, which first aired August 15, 2003. As the episodes get wilder and wilder as we approach the end, we learn that Mr. Dig's real name is Dibgy Sellers, and that he has absolutely no chill around his crushes. Plus, as much as we rag on Sam McGuire for being a loner, is Jo McGuire actually the one in need of friends?

Episode 66: Lizzie McGuire Episode 231 Gordo Shuffle Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 231: Gordo Shuffle, which first aired June 13, 2003. So many questions about Gordo and his shiny new credit card featuring a $5,000 credit limit to discuss. Plus, Marisa reveals how an old story she did for her high school news program changed the course of her high school forever, and Sam shares his default British voice.

Episode 65: Lizzie McGuire Episode 230 My Fair Larry Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 25 May 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined once again by Jermaine Fletcher to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 230: My Fair Larry, which first aired May 16, 2003. Together, they reminisce about elementary school Valentine's Day cards (or balloons in Jermaine's case) and once again shame the writers for doing Larry incredibly dirty. Plus, Jermaine calls out Sam for not attending his 30th birthday dinner.

Episode 64: Lizzie McGuire Episode 229 Grand Ole' Grandma Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 18 May 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 229: Grand Ole' Grandma, which first aired April 4, 2003. Doris Roberts is a pleasant surprise, but where are Gammy McGuire and Nana? And why do they get such disrespect in this episode? And does Gordo have any emotions at all? Plus, some quick lessons on feng shui and kugel.

Episode 63: Lizzie McGuire Episode 228 The Greatest Crush of All Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 04 May 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 228: The Greatest Crush of All, which first aired March 21, 2003. Marisa and Sam are alarmed by Mr. Keith's predatory behavior, and are shocked to learn that he's not British at all! That guy is from Florida! Plus, inspired by a listener question, they take a deep dive into their teachers past. Plus, a pair of unlikely MVPs.

Episode 62: Lizzie McGuire Episode 227 Grubby Longjohn's Olde Tyme Revue Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 227: Grubby Longjohn's Olde Tyme Revue, which first aired March 14, 2003. Marisa may not always know all the words, but that won't stop her from spontaneously breaking out into song multiple times. Sam relives the most traumatic chess experience of his life. Plus, Sam vows to create the perfect Lizzie McGuire spinoff that no one asked for.

Episode 61: Lizzie McGuire Episode 226 A Gordo Story Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 226: A Gordo Story, which first aired February 28, 2003. Together, they review the logistics of Gordo getting blocked in a gym class basketball game, and evaluate the similarities between Lizzie McGuire and Zoey 101. Plus, is Mr. Dig actually the one who should be doing an ancestry report?

Episode 60: Lizzie McGuire Episode 225 Bunkies Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 225: Bunkies, which first aired February 21, 2003. This episode is triggering for Sam, as it reminds him of a trauma from his youth. Marisa vows to one day earn a spot on her favorite reality competition show. Miranda is back! The cheek kiss from the last episode is unmentioned. It's a wild time. Plus, is Kate actually...a mean person?

Episode 59: Lizzie McGuire Episode 224 Bye, Bye Hillridge Junior High Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 224: Bye, Bye Hillridge Junior High, which first aired February 7, 2003. Speaking of vignettes (vignes?), this episode is full of them. Season 1, Season 2, doesn't matter! They're all here! Even Ronnie is here, because that experience has clearly traumatized all parties involved. Plus, the MVP race starts to come down to the wire.

Episode 58: Lizzie McGuire Episode 223 Clue-less Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 223: Clue-less, which first aired January 31, 2003. Sam learns all about imprinting, and Marisa recounts the last time that she attended a murder mystery party. Plus, thoughts on the will they/won't they of Lizzie and Gordo. (Miranda, please come back!) Another fun vingette from The Outfit Repeaters.

Episode 57: Lizzie McGuire Episode 222 Dear Lizzie Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 222: Dear Lizzie, which first aired January 24, 2003. Sam and Marisa are back on Miranda watch and really missing her in this episode. Without Miranda, Gordo is going off the rails. Sam and Marisa also discuss whether or not perfume is ever an appropriate gift. Plus, they talk through the most important question of the episode: JJ Farris' Right Here and Now or BBMak's Out of Reach?

Episode 56: Lizzie McGuire Episode 221 Lizzie's 11 Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 221: Lizzie's 11, which first aired January 1, 2003. Sam informs Marisa that this episode is, in fact, an Ocean's 11 parody, so turns out he can actually contribute something to this podcast. Ethan Craft makes a return after several episodes away, and Sam and Marisa wonder why Ethan will inexplicably just disappear for several episodes and then come back as if nothing is wrong. Plus, Miranda-watch has begun. Will she make an appearance in this episode after her absence in the previous one?

Episode 55: Lizzie McGuire Episode 220 Xtreme Xmas Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 220: Xtreme Xmas, which first aired December 6, 2002. Steven Tyler makes a surprise celebrity cameo appearance as Steven Tyler Claus, but Marisa and Sam feel that he was largely underutilized. This was also the first episode Sam has watched without Miranda, and shocker, it all started to fall apart. Plus, they debate whether his rendition of Santa Claus is Comin' to Town holds water against the Zooey Deschanel Elf version.

Episode 54: Lizzie McGuire Episode 219 She Said, He Said, She Said Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 219: She Said, He Said, She Said, which first aired November 22, 2002. Together, they realize that Lizzie may be an even more unreliable narrator than they initially suspected and talk about the food fights (or just regular fights) that they may have witnessed in grade school. Plus, Sam randomly guesses which celebrity will make a cameo in the next episode.

Episode 53: Lizzie McGuire Episode 218 Party Over Here Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 218: Party Over Here, which first aired September 20, 2002. In this episode, the two of them struggle to get on the same page on several issues, including but not limited to what generation they belong in, whether fruit and vegetables belong in cake, and whether Haylie Duff or Zachary Quinto is the more notable celebrity cameo. Plus, we finally learn Lizzie's middle name!

Episode 52: Lizzie McGuire Episode 217 Movin' On Up Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 217: Movin' On Up, which first aired September 13, 2002. In one of their favorite episodes so far, Marisa and Sam actually struggle to choose an MVP because multiple characters did positive things. A listener email reintroduces Marisa to an iconic song from her childhood, and Marisa and Sam also weigh on on the #FreeBritney movement, a movement Lizzie would 100% endorse. Plus, hear why Marisa gives Lizzie a full "Elizabeth" in this episode.

Episode 51: Lizzie McGuire Episode 216 Inner Beauty Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 216: Inner Beauty, which first aired August 30, 2002. Together, they struggle to find much upside for this episode, as depictions of body dysmorphia and eating disorders go largely unresolved, and Miranda seems like the least likely candidate to suffer from these things, but they do it because they're committed to seeing this rewatch through. However, if you or anyone you know struggles with similar issues, you can find more information at www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.

Note: Kars 4 Kids is in no way affiliated with this podcast. The jingle has just buried its way into our heads unfortunately.

Episode 50: Lizzie McGuire Episode 215 Lizzie in the Middle Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined once again by Ivan Vukovic to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 215: Lizzie in the Middle, which first aired August 23, 2002. In what is perhaps the most meta episode of Lizzie McGuire to date, Frankie Muniz appears as himself, comments that Lizzie and Matt look nothing alike, and conducts the most amicable breakup we have ever seen. Sam thinks this episode was Mark Wahlberg's real inspiration for Entourage, and Marisa shares her thoughts on the beginning of her first MCU marathon. Plus, Ivan provides some quick thoughts on cryptocurrency and settles the non-debate over whether we prefer Sam McGuire or Hal Wilkerson.

Episode 49: Lizzie McGuire Episode 214 Just Like Lizzie Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 214: Just Like Lizzie, which first aired August 9, 2002. Is this episode Lizzie McGuire or The Twilight Zone? Marisa and Sam are introduced to Young Artist Award Winner Amy Castle, whose portrayal of creepy sevvie Andie will most certainly earn Andy a spot on our future Lizzie McGuire survivor simulation. Additionally, Marisa coins the term 'Plot Thrust,' while Sam clarifies the difference between inception and the dream within a dream.

Episode 48: Lizzie McGuire Episode 213 You're a Good Man, Lizzie McGuire Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 213: You're a Good Man, Lizzie McGuire, which first aired July 26, 2002. Why is Gordo matching a brown blazer with black pants, and why doesn't Ethan Craft know how to tie a tie? Someone teach these kids some fashion sense! Plus, Marisa basically gives Christian Copelin, the actor who plays Lanny, an open invite to join us on the podcast any time he wants.

Episode 47: Lizzie McGuire Episode 212 Best Dressed for Much Less Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Jermaine Fletcher to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 212: Best Dressed for Much Less, which first aired July 19, 2002. Who knew Miranda was so poised? And who knew the McGuire house ran on such a tight budget? Where did Jo McGuire get an industrial-sized jar of mustard, and was she preparing for Covid 20 years in advance? Plus, Jermaine helps us settle what is more pivotal for a great outfit: the right top or the right bottom.

Episode 46: Lizzie McGuire Episode 211 Over the Hill Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 211: Over the Hill, which first aired July 12, 2002. Sam has a vitriolic response to the episode and can't believe that Sam and Jo face zero repercussions for hiding puppies underneath their deck. Marisa doesn't like what the Burger Planet dream is insinuating. Plus, Sam drops some big news about an upcoming project.

Episode 45: Lizzie McGuire Episode 210 In Miranda Lizzie Does Not Trust Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 210: In Miranda Lizzie Does Not Trust, which first aired July 5, 2002. Think Lizzie will notice some racial profiling when she sees it? Heh, doubt it! Also, where is Dot-Marie Jones? No one asked for a Mr. Dig gym class! And did Lanny use his experience founding Webkinz to develop Instagram Live? All that and more on this episode of The Outfit Repeaters.

Episode 44: Lizzie McGuire Episode 209 Those Freaky McGuires Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Marisa's friend Kyle Richard to ask and answer all of the important questions about Lizzie McGuire Episode 209: Those Freaky McGuires, which first aired June 28, 2002. Together, they dive deeper into what it means to be a "himbo," and ruminate on whether this episode of Lizzie McGuire influenced both the 2003 Freaky Friday remake and 2003 film The Cheetah Girls. Plus, Marisa, Sam, and Kyle have the final word on Freaky Friday vs. The Parent Trap.

Episode 43: Lizzie McGuire Episode 208 Just Friends Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 208: Just Friends, which first aired June 14, 2002. Marisa has a lightbulb moment when she realizes she's seen child actor Noah Jupe in multiple films, and Sam has a similar lightbulb moment when he realizes that Ethan Craft more likely than not was a Fyre Festival attendee. Plus, Marisa shares the key quality of a "himbo," and it's actually more endearing than you'd think.

Episode 42: Lizzie McGuire Episode 207 The Longest Yard Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 207: The Longest Yard, which first aired May 17, 2002. Marisa shares a personal birthday message she received from a member of the cast, and in a real deep cut one guest star reminds Sam of a former American Idol contestant. Plus, Marisa announces her next podcast project, Older and Wiser: An Unofficial Younger Recap Podcast.

Episode 41: Lizzie McGuire Episode 206 And the Winner Is Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 206: And the Winner Is, which first aired April 26, 2002. Marisa gives Sam a history lesson on the Juicy Couture sweatsuit, while Sam's frustration with Apple products has reached an all-time high. Plus, Marisa and Sam unveil their Mr. Dig impressions and (spoiler alert) they are not great.

Episode 40: Lizzie McGuire Episode 205 Working Girl Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 205: Working Girl, which first aired March 29, 2002. Marisa recounts her flawless matchmaking history, while Sam is baffled by the turn the weird café takes in this episode. This is not the weird café we have come to know! Plus, Marisa and Sam talk about the jobs they had in high school.

Episode 39: Lizzie McGuire Episode 204 The Rise and Fall of the Kate Empire Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 204: The Rise and Fall of the Kate Empire, which first aired March 15, 2002. Watching cheerleaders do a routine at lunch reminds Marisa of her own middle school experience when lunches would morph into impromptu talent shows for no reason, while Sam has a gripe with how dislocated shoulders are represented in film and television. Plus, Marisa and Sam think up the perfect post-credits scene for this episode.

Episode 38: Lizzie McGuire Episode 203 Mom's Best Friend Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 203: Mom's Best Friend, which first aired March 8, 2002. Marisa has some strong feelings about romcoms, and Sam has some strong feelings about Nana and her relationship with Grandpa Chuck. Plus, Sam and Marisa track down The Orchids and Gumbo Poker Club, a novel based on the book Lizzie has to read for her book report, and it's quite a find.

Episode 37: Lizzie McGuire Episode 202 El Oro de Montezuma Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Sam's friend Kiara Walcott to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 202: El Oro de Montezuma, which first aired March 2, 2002. Marisa is even more determined to track down the pilot of the Miranda spin-off series starring Selena Gomez, and Sam is blown away by how much Lizzie seems to have actively avoided the Spanish language throughout her life. Plus, Kiara breaks down Mr. Dig(s)'s Season 2 glow-up/legal name change.

Episode 36: Lizzie McGuire Episode 201 First Kiss Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Marisa's friend Rachel Lynn Solomon to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 201: First Kiss, which first aired February 8, 2002. Rachel provides her take on what Sam McGuire's profession may be and marvel's at the neck flexibility Lizzie demonstrates. Marisa notices a pattern in Lizzie's crushes, and Sam wonders how someone could spend 5 hours at a mall. Plus, Marisa and Sam watched Another Cinderella Story starring Selena Gomez and Drew Seeley, and they have thoughts.

Episode 35: Big Brother, Big Sister: A Lizzie McGuire Big Brother Simulation

Paginated Media — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Nick Barbieri to present Big Brother, Big Sister, a Lizzie McGuire Brantsteele Big Brother Simulation. Can Kate ride her popularity all the way to the title? Can Gordo use his useless knowledge to carry himself to the crown? Who will win, and who will be America's favorite houseguest? Tune in to find out. Oh, and also there are a lot of spoilers for The OC in this podcast. Don't say we didn't warn you.

Link to the Brantsteele simulation can be found at https://brantsteele.com/bigbrother/21/r.php?c=zkQCck5P

Episode 34: A Cinderella Story (2004) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss one of Marisa's favorite movies: the 2004 film A Cinderella Story starring Hilary Duff, Chad Michael Murray, Regina King, and Jennifer Coolidge. Despite the movie's 12% Rotten Tomatoes score, Marisa will stand by it unapologetically. Sam, however, struggles to suspend his disbelief long enough to buy into the premise. At least the soundtrack is good. Whenever there's a chance Edwin McCain will just start singing at you from a nearby bush, that's always a positive.

Episode 33: Celebrity Wife Swap Ep. 413 Robert Carradine/Terrell Owens Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Celebrity Wife Swap Episode 413: Robert Carradine/Terrell Owens, which first aired September 2, 2015. At first glance, the Celebrity Wife Swap series finale seems fun and lighthearted. However, as Marisa and Sam uncover more about all of these people, they begin to realize that everything that they thought they knew was a lie. Plus, Marisa now notices someone wearing an item of clothing she owns.

Episode 32: When Do We Eat? (2005 Film Starring Adam Lamberg) Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss the 2005 Salvador Litvak film When Do We Eat?, which they found on Adam Lamberg's IMDB page. Together, they dive into a wild film with a stellar cast including Michael Lerner, Jack Klugman, Ben Feldman, Max Greenfield, Adam Lamberg, Shiri Appleby, and Victoria Justice. And yes, there is a very high chance this just turns into a Ben Feldman appreciation podcast, and they are 100% okay with that.

Episode 31: Lizzie McGuire Episode 131 Gordo's Bar Mitzvah Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam are joined by Sam's friend Jake Tobias to discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 131: Gordo's Bar Mitzvah, which first aired January 18, 2002. Together, they ponder why the Season 1 Finale is so focused on masculine insecurity. The show is called Lizzie McGuire; stop trying to steal the show, DAVID. Plus, find out which D-List celebrity was at Jake's sister's Bat Mitzvah and hear what Sam and Marisa have planned for some fun mid-series content.

Episode 30: Lizzie McGuire Episode 130 Gordo's Video Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 130: Gordo's Video, which first aired January 1, 2002. Season 1 is really crawling to the finish, but at least Marisa and Sam have unearthed a Miranda/Gordo/Larry love triangle. Maybe that can make up for how creepy Gordo is in this episode? Plus, Marisa learns about David Blaine's most recent feat.

Episode 29: Lizzie McGuire Episode 129 Courtship of Miranda Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 129: Courtship of Miranda, which first aired December 7, 2001. Sam once again sees a connection between Lizzie McGuire and French play Cyrano de Bergerac, while Marisa is tired of writers pitting girls against each other for the sake of one mediocre guy. Plus, why wearing a visor sideways does not make sense.

Episode 28: Lizzie McGuire Episode 128 Lizzie and Kate's Excellent Adventure Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 128: Lizzie and Kate's Excellent Adventure, which first aired November 30, 2001. Do Kate and Lizzie have feelings for each other? Is Matt actually psychic? Are Miranda and Gordo terrible friends for not sabotaging themselves for Lizzie? Plus, Marisa and Sam remember a 3rd grade social studies project they had to do about the state of Massachusetts.

Episode 27: Lizzie McGuire Episode 127 Gordo and the Dwarves Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 127: Gordo and the Dwarves, which first aired November 16, 2001. Together, they dive into a wild episode that featured almost everything, including a Gammy McGuire gift, a board game addiction, aversion therapy, a hypnotic video, two abductions, a bird attack, elementary level Spanish, a scorned lover, a debt repaid, and wharf rats. Plus, did Sam have the same shirt that Matt wore in this episode?

Episode 26: Lizzie McGuire Episode 126 Scarlet Larry Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 126: Scarlet Larry, which first aired November 9, 2001. Marisa explains what makes a romcom a romcom, while Sam develops a new theory that Miranda is actually just a figment of Lizzie's imagination. Plus, Sam and Marisa provide some quick thoughts on the classic 2003 television program The O.C.

Episode 25: Lizzie McGuire Episode 125 Facts of Life Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 125: Facts of Life, which first aired October 12, 2001. Marisa uncovers her favorite B Story to date, while Sam reflects on the missed opportunities of his high school Quiz Bowl team. Plus, thoughts on Taylor Swift's Folklore and Icelandic music sensation Daði Freyr.

Episode 24: Lizzie McGuire Episode 124 Night of the Day of the Dead Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 28 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 124: Night of the Day of the Dead, which first aired October 5, 2001. Marisa and Sam are joined by their first guest, fellow millennial Ivan Vukovic, and together they discuss the greatest heist in middle school history. Plus, Marisa, Sam, and Ivan reminisce about their favorite Halloween costumes.

Episode 23: Lizzie McGuire Episode 123 Last Year's Model Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 21 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 123: Last Year's Model, which first aired September 28, 2001. Lizzie recounts the Webkinz army she amassed as a child, while Sam develops a conspiracy that Jo McGuire is actually Sharon Tate's witness protection alter ago. Plus, Marisa and Sam brainstorm ideas for what to do once they run out of recaps.

Episode 22: Lizzie McGuire Episode 122 Untitled Stan Jansen Project Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 122: Untitled Stan Jansen Project, which first aired September 21, 2001. Sam wonders whether Lizzie McGuire takes place in an alternate universe, while Marisa wonders if Stan Jansen is actually trying to make The Real World: Hillridge Junior High. Plus, Sam debuts his J.K. Simmons impression.

Episode 21: Lizzie McGuire Episode 121 Lizzie Strikes Out Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 121: Lizzie Strikes Out, which first aired August 31, 2001. Sam has added a new Sam McGuire clip to the soundboard, and Marisa thinks Sam McGuire may be showing signs of growth. Plus, Marisa provides her first impressions of The Babysitter's Club on Netflix.

Episode 20: Lizzie McGuire Episode 120 Educating Ethan Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 120: Educating Ethan, which first aired August 24, 2001. Gordo's misogyny is pushing Marisa to her breaking point, while Miranda pulls together some of her best outfits yet. Plus, Sam provides some quick thoughts on his first time watching the 2003 classic What a Girl Wants.

Episode 19: Lizzie McGuire Episode 119 Gordo and the Girl Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 119: Gordo and the Girl, which first aired August 17, 2001. Sam wishes very much that he lived near a Holy Rigatoni, while the list of things Marisa dislikes grows to include How the Grinch Stole Christmas and basically anything orange. Plus, Sam and Marisa learn all about voice actor Carlos Alazraqui, who steals the episode as the host at Holy Rigatoni.

This episode we are supporting The Okra Project, an organization that seeks to address the global crisis faced by the Black Trans community. You can find more information at https://www.theokraproject.com/

Episode 18: Lizzie McGuire Episode 118 Rated Aargh Recap

Paginated Media — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 118: Rated Aargh, which first aired August 10, 2001. Together, they reminisce about simpler times when people could a.) go to the movies, b.) sit in whatever seat they wanted, and c.) pay less than $10 for a ticket. Marisa continues to refuse to watch Lord of the Rings, and Sam bids good riddance to handshakes. Plus, Marisa recaps circumstances that led her to meet a celebrity and end up on morning news.

Here's the list of social justice resources that Marisa mentions in this week's podcast: https://linktr.ee/nationalresourceslist

Episode 17: Lizzie McGuire Episode 117 Sibling Bonds Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 117: Sibling Bonds, which first aired August 3, 2001. Together, they examine whether Lizzie McGuire passes the Bechdel Wallace Test. Sam is stunned to learn that the McGuires do in fact have a basement, and Marisa can't believe the amount of body shaming from Jo McGuire in this episode. Plus, Sam discovers his favorite moment of the series.

Episode 16: Lizzie McGuire Episode 116 Obsession Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 26 May 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 116: Obsession, which first aired June 29, 2001. Together, they break down the Science Olympics, decode Sam McGuire's latest fatherly advice, and debate the proper way a family of four should sit around a dinner table. Plus, Marisa and Sam wonder which NYC neighborhood an adult Lizzie McGuire would call home.

Episode 15: Lizzie McGuire Episode 115 Lizzie's Nightmare Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 19 May 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 115: Lizzie's Nightmare, which first aired June 22, 2001. Together, they break down Matt McGuire's many 2001 references, sort the principal cast into Howgarts Houses, and wonder if they're getting small hints that Lanny is actually a serial killer. Plus, a quick recap of the Lizzie McGuire cast reunion and Between and a Rock and a Bra Place table read on May 12, 2020.

Episode 14: Lizzie McGuire Episode 114 Random Acts of Miranda Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 12 May 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 114: Random Acts of Miranda, which first aired June 8, 2001. Together, they learn about flan, debate again whether Gordo and Miranda should develop a Ron/Hermione relationship, and ponder why in the world Lanny needed to get his stomach pumped. Plus, did Lizzie McGuire predict The Office back in 2001?

Episode 13: Lizzie McGuire Episode 113 Come Fly With Me Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 05 May 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 113: Come Fly With Me, which first aired June 1, 2001. Together, they discuss what a Gordo-themed spinoff episode might look like, posit why everyone in the Lizzie McGuire world carries around a boom box, and Marisa give her grandmother's podiatrist a shout out. Plus, potential new clues about where the heck Lizzie McGuire takes place.

Episode 12: Lizzie McGuire Episode 112 Between a Rock and a Bra Place Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 112: Between a Rock and a Bra Place, which first aired May 11, 2001. Together, they discuss one of the most iconic moments in Lizzie McGuire history, posit the deep dark secrets of Mr. Coppersmith, and question why Miranda expects Lizzie's mom to buy a bra for her. Plus, a surprise character takes Sam and Marisa's favorite outfit of the episode.

Episode 11: Lizzie McGuire Episode 111 Bad Girl McGuire Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Take a chill pill, parents! Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Episode 111: Bad Girl McGuire, which first aired May 4, 2001. Between Lizzie's bad girl look, Sam and Miranda dressing up as Lizzie's parents, and Angel wearing a sweatshirt adorned with her own name, there are so many outfits to discuss! Plus, Marisa learns the word 'tutelage' in real time.

Episode 10: Lizzie McGuire Episode 110 I Do, I Don't Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 10: I Do, I Don't, which first aired April 27, 2001. Marisa remembers what it was like to have a middle school crush, while Sam remembers a family trip to visit the American Pickers (it relates back to Lizzie McGuire somehow). Plus, another contentious MVP selection.

Episode 9: Lizzie McGuire Episode 109 Election Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 9: Election, which first aired April 20, 2001. Marisa is reminded of her days in student government, and Sam becomes acquainted with the cast of the 2006 film 'Aquamarine.' Plus, a new sound has been added to the soundboard!

Episode 8: Lizzie McGuire Episode 108 Misadventures in Babysitting Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 8: Misadventures in Babysitting, which first aired April 6, 2001. Marisa defends Miranda's terrible singing, while Sam demonstrates his fluency in video game languages. Plus, one country gets a special shout out.

Episode 7: Lizzie McGuire Episode 107 Here Comes Aaron Carter Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 7: Here Comes Aaron Carter, which first aired March 23, 2001. Marisa and Sam relive their favorite bands as tweens and break down the truly outrageous Christmas-adjacent outfits featured in this episode. Plus, a new entry into the MVP race - it's anybody's game with just under 60 episodes to go!

Episode 6: Lizzie McGuire Episode 106 Jack of All Trades Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 6: Jack of All Trades, which first aired February 23, 2001. Marisa relates to Gordo hard, while Sam concocts a new conspiracy centered around career aptitude tests. Plus, Marisa and Sam find definitive proof that Lizzie McGuire is indeed an outfit repeater, and they have the receipts!

Episode 5: Lizzie McGuire Episode 105 I've Got Rhythmic Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 5: I've Got Rhythmic, which first aired February 9, 2001. Marisa and Sam debate the merits of rhythmic gymnastics and Sam discovers the origin of two popular GIFs. Plus, Marisa and Sam learn three of Matt's six talents. Will they ever find out the rest?

Episode 4: Lizzie McGuire Episode 104 Pool Party Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 4: Pool Party, which first aired February 2, 2001. Marisa shares her favorite moment of the entire series, while Sam has a controversial choice for MVP. Plus, a quick recap of the drama surrounding the Lizzie McGuire revival. With Terri and Hilary in a stalemate with Disney+, would Hulu consider picking up the show?

Episode 3: Lizzie McGuire Episode 103 When Moms Attack Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 03:02:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 3: When Moms Attack, which first aired January 26, 2001. Sam Cheung is appalled at Sam McGuire's cooking, while Marisa is loving Lizzie McGuire as a confrontation queen. Plus, Sam and Marisa discuss Kate's camo on camo looks.

Episode 2: Lizzie McGuire Episode 102 Picture Day Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 03:01:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam discuss Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 2: Picture Day, which first aired January 19, 2001. Sam is obsessed with Gammy McGuire, but doesn't understand why Ethan Craft swooped in and replaced Danny Kessler. Plus, a thorough Picture Day outfit analysis.

Episode 1: Lizzie McGuire Episode 101 Rumors Recap

Paginated Media — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Marisa and Sam break down Lizzie McGuire Season 1, Episode 1: Rumors, which first aired January 12, 2001. Topics for discussion include an analysis of the opening credit sequence and a quandary about the logistics of Miranda's computer glitch. Plus, find out who Marisa and Sam have each selected as MVPs of Lizzie McGuire's first episode.

Episode 0: Introduction to the Podcast

Paginated Media — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Co-Hosts Marisa (who loves Lizzie McGuire) and Sam (who has never watched an episode) discuss the inception of the podcast, the upcoming Lizzie McGuire reboot, and how Marisa's 2nd grade teacher used to call her "Lizzie."