DCOM Decoded

Grab a magic set, a top hat and your thickest leather wrist cuffs because we're diving into the DCOM magic of Now You See It...! Liz and Mike discuss butthole mouths, the dawn of reality TV, the national treasure that is National Treasure (2004) and if Mystic Max stands a chance in a magic-off against Voldemort.

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Grab your surfboard - and also a parka and maybe a snowboard - because we're dissecting the beloved DCOM classic Johnny Tsunami! Our good friend and fellow podcast compatriot Chris Osborn joins us to discuss classism, goofy-footed people, “Model Minorities,” and what ChatGPT says is the fastest way to get down a mountain!

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Guest: Chris Osborn of Judgy Parents Watching 

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Grab your fatigues and your nearest set of dog tags, because we're watching what some believe to be the greatest DCOM of all - Cadet Kelly! Liz and Mike discuss what it's like to grow up near helicopters, core "child of divorce" movies, and the true meaning of a good boot shine. Liz and Mike also make a plea to Christy Carlson Romano to do a live watch-along.

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Happy Holidays, everyone! Grab your snow boots and favorite Christmas ornament, because we’re talking about the 23-year old favorite The Ultimate Christmas Present! Liz and Mike discuss Santa’s list of naughty girls in Los Angeles with a size 7 shoe, dumbass dads and William Shakespeare working at a pickle factory!

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Grab your guitar and contact your local hair salon to get the worst chunky highlights imaginable, because we're talking about the 2004 banger Stuck in the Suburbs! Liz and Mike discuss former SNL stars, riding on the handlebars of a bike, what it means to live in suburban sprawl and hideous fashion trends that make their way back. No raisins were used in the production of this pod!

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Rev up your bikes, grab your helmet and hold on tight, because we're talking about the DCOM favorite Motocrossed! Liz and Mike discuss bunk HOAs, sexual awakening in your teens, the proper ratio of cookie to ice cream in a Cookies 'N Cream, and what it really means to have to go to Europe.

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Grab a lab coat and glasses because it's Genius time! Liz and Mike discuss the Rumsen Rack, how Emmy Rossum does NOT like bad boys, and Dr. Krickstein's weird mouth.

Hosts: Liz Matijasic and Mike Mitra

Producer: Mike Mitra

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Cetus lupeedus! As this DCOM classic approaches its 25th anniversary, Liz and Mike dive into hydroponic gardening, the value of getting sick, boats that fly, and "lunarious" dialogue!

Find a pink headband, favorite pair of white sneaks and get ready because we're discussing Susie Q!

Liz and Mike talk about always listening to your grandpa, secret rooms in old houses, Susie's boobs in a bustier, and whether or not a 1975 basketball book would help in today's game.

Grab your favorite popcorn and ill-fitting vest, because we're talking about the classic Phantom of the Megaplex!

Our good friend and spooky compatriot Chris "Uncle Pumpkin" Praetzel joins us to discuss cleaning with a hockey stick, what happens when "the mind goes," and the ins and outs of what it's like to work at a movie theater.

Follow Chris Praetzel on Instagram: @chrispraetzel

Check out his day job at chrispraetzelphotography.com

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