Cherish or Perish

Cherish or Perish

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Cherish or Perish episodes

  • Episode 57- Jurassic Park

    We’re kicking off our Summer Blockbusters theme this week with Dinosaur Fever!  In this episode, Desirae and Amanda take a majestical trip to Jurassic Park and recall the childhood wonder of watching it for the first time.

    Jurassic Park talk starts at 00:05:50

    45 min
  • Episode 56- Memento and The Machinist

    In this twisty and confusing episode, we’ve got a double dose of Nightmare Men, a hot Hollywood scoop, and demon possession!  Plus: Did Christian Bale waste his time? And take the quiz!: Which of our hosts will not go through airport security for you?

    Memento talk starts at 12:10

    The Machinist talk starts at 35:20



    1 hr 13 min
  • Episode 55- Big Trouble

    This week we celebrate Desirae’s birthday by watching one of her favorites, Big Trouble.  They talk about the sexiness of Rene Russo, get into the dangers of public water gun shootings, and are confused by the lack of Cuban’s in Miami. 

    The movie introduction is at 00:09:37

    52 min
  • Episode 54- 500 Days of Summer

    In this heartbreaking episode, Desirae can’t contain her excitement, Amanda deeply connects with a precocious child, and everyone wants you to get out of the damn HOV lane!  Plus: roughing it, the parameters of a Romantic Comedy, being a Tom, and just send a card already!

    Movie chat starts around 13:30

    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 53- My Blue Heaven and Sugar & Spice

    One year later and we’re still having a blast revisiting these movies with all of you.  THANK YOU for listening through our journey of various audio quality and horrible name pronunciations. In this anniversary episode, we celebrate our dedication to consistent podcast posting and discuss whether rich people are allowed to rob grocery stores.

    08:40 - My Blue Heaven

    36:03 - Sugar & Spice

    1 hr 6 min
  • Episode 52- I Know What You Did Last Summer Movie & Music

    Summer’s here and we’re vaxxed n’ wild!  In this darkly secretive episode, wizard fights, Amanda’s screenplay ‘I Know What You Did Already’, what’s up with cap sleeves, and yet again fixing Hollywood’s mistakes.  Plus so much 90s music you’ll grow jncos where your legs used to be!
    Movie talk 9:00
    Soundtrack talk 40:00



    58 min
  • Episode 51- Twister Movie & Music

    In this heavily researched episode, summer predictions are made (forecast: poppin’ off), the formula for horror is revealed, another Pullman/Paxton Situation occurs, and we learn about the lifestyle of sharing a birthday with Helen Hunt.  Plus!  Cruise Ship Shania!
    Twister talk: 9:30
    Soundtrack talk: 46:00



    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 50- Lost Highway Movie & Music

    On this dark and confusing episode, Desirae and Amanda discuss the film and soundtrack of David Lynch’s “Lost Highway”! Our intrepid hosts reveal the dangers of silk on silk, the origins of vibes, an obscure Rizzoli and Isles connection, and a general indifference to male sexual dysfunction. Plus JAZZ, BABY!

    Movie talk starts around 10:30

    Soundtrack talk starts around 42:00



    1 hr 18 min
  • Episode 49- Reality Bites Movie & Music

    We’re kicking off Movies & Music month with a Generation X classic!! 

    Amanda and Desirae express their deep dissatisfaction with Lelaina’s choice of Troy, then revisit their first movie soundtrack! Also, if you don’t love the new Mortal Kombat movie, you’re dumb.

    Reality Bites discussion starts at 14:20

    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 48- Overboard and Captain Ron w/ special guest Jess Dungan

    It’s our “Kurt Russell on Boats” episode!  In this naughtily nautical spectacular, Amanda and Desirae welcome special guest Jess Dungan to discuss/emotionally process some childhood favorites.  PLUS!  Amanda needs a vacation, Desirae is Catfishing, Jess brings some fascinating trivia, and EVERYONE IS FIRED!

    Overboard discussion begins about 11:45

    Captain Ron discussion begins about 41:00



    1 hr 23 min

About Cherish or Perish

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Two female comedians from Seattle revisit nostalgic movie favorites and pass ultimate judgment on their worthiness. Shall they remain cherished, or shall they PERISH?!