Kickin & Streamin Podcast

On this week's episode of Kickin' & Streamin' podcast, Graham & Jocelyn review the Hulu Documentary "Too Funny To Fail, The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show," They explore the short-lived comedy show which was too far ahead of its time and broke the mold of what was acceptable on network television in the 90's. Graham & Jocelyn also marvel on how the cast of the Dana Carvey Show; which featured comedians such as Stephen Colbert, Steve Carrel, Louis C.K., Robert Smigel, all of whom went on to become household names on both television and film. 

On this episode of Kickin' & Streamin,' co-hosts Graham & Jocelyn discuss Netflix original movie "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile, directed by Joe Berlinger and starring Zac Efron and Lilly Collins. The movie is based on the book "The Phantom Prince: My Life with Ted Bundy" by Elizabeth Kendall, Bundy's longtime girlfriend. Jocelyn and Graham discuss how the movie, despite being about about Kendall's story through the book, was mainly about Ted Bundy; which gave the impression both Liz and her story were pushed to the side while Ted Bundy became the centerpiece of the story. We also discussed the casting of Zac Efron and his eerie resemblance to the real Ted Bundy. Jocelyn & Graham analyze both the disinterest and ineptitude of law enforcement at the time; which seemed to allow Bundy to go undetected for so many years while racking up dozens of victims. The conversation continued into the psyche and mental capacity of Bundy throughout his trial and defense. Graham & Jocelyn analyze the cast, and they both lament Lilly Collins' role lack of significance in the movie. Jocelyn posited Joe Berlinger, who is more of a documentary filmmaker might have lacked control over the cast; which could explain why no other performance seemed convincing, other than Zac Efron's and Kaya Scoledario's. Jocelyn and Graham talk about John Malkovich's excellent portrayal of Judge Cowart in the movie, despite not looking much like Judge Cowart in real life. The conversation continues into alternative casting and hilarity ensues until the end.     

On this week's episode of Kickin' & Streamin' podcast, Jocelyn & Graham are joined by John Allison, a friend and listener who suggested we watch and make an episode about Netflix's Original Series "The OA." After binge-watching both seasons of the show, host and co-host Graham & Jocelyn felt they would need help to break down one of the most complex and mind-bending series ever produced in the history of Netflix. Graham called upon John and he responded the call.  We start the episode talking about the recent passing of Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew who John tells us he had met on several occasions. John reminisced about how Mr. Mayhew, despite being seemingly under tremendous amount of physical discomfort due to his unusual growth, was always gentle, kind, and courteous to every fan who approached him. RIP Peter Mayhew (aka) Chewbacca! We then moved on to talking about some of the upcoming series we're excited about on the various streaming platforms, as well as some other series about which we haven't got the slightest idea of what to expect from them. Graham and Jocelyn announced the premiering of "Dead to Me" on Netflix, "Lucifer," "The Society," as well as animated series "Tuca & Bertie." Jocelyn also point out the release of "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile," a movie about notorious American serial killer Ted Bundy on Netflix, starring Zac Efron. Graham expressed interest in the HBO mini series "Chernobyl" on HBO, the return of Amazon Prime series "Sneaky Pete," starring Giovanni Ribisi. Graham brought up an apparently newly acquired series on Amazon called Whisenpoof; which none of us seemed to know what it was about, until we later realized it's animated Canadian-American series. We discussed actor Sterling K Brown's announcement a few weeks ago about joining the cast of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" (Amazon Prime), we also discussed how none of us thinks too highly about "This is Us."  We then moved on to discussing our main topic of the week, Netflix Original Series "The OA," created, written, produced, and starring Brit Marling with her writing partner Zal Batmanglij. Enjoy the show and don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter @Kickinnstreamin, Instagram, and please support our show on patreon.com/kickinandstreamin

On this episode of Kickin' & Streamin' Podcast, Graham & Jocelyn begin by chatting about entertainment news and the colossal Box Office weekend of "Avengers Endgame." Graham reveals he's fallen behind on the Avengers series and he's not quite ready to see the latest installment. Graham and Jocelyn discuss the return of Sabrina on Netflix and Graham bemoans the fact that Salem is not an actual cat in the series. Graham talks about watching the series Hanna on Amazon Prime, and Jocelyn commits to watch it next, so they can discuss the series in a future podcast. Jocelyn discusses finishing the first season of The OA on, while Graham is already midway to the second season. Graham & Jocelyn discussed having Graham's friend John as guest when they discuss the OA on a future episode. Graham & Jocelyn went on to discuss  the main topic of the week Guava Island, a fantasy musical film starring Donald Glover & Rihanna   

On this week's episode Jocelyn & Graham analyze Netflix original series "Afterlife," written, directed and starred by Ricky Gervais. The two co-hosts dissect how the series writer managed to create a realistic and non-cliche of the process of grief, depression, and the loss of a loved one. Graham talks about message of Afterlife and how it correlates to the subject of contractualism, a theory posited by American philosopher Tim Scanlon. Jocelyn has high praises for Brandy "Good girl" the dog, who plays Tony's (Ricky Gervais) pet and happens to be the best freaking dog ever to be on any TV series. Jocelyn & Graham reflect on the lessons learned on this series about the value of true friendship without judgment, and without conditions.  

On this episode of Kickin' & Streamin', political blogger Patrick Phillips joins Graham & Jocelyn to discuss the untimely death of rapper Nipsey Hussle and the unexpected outpouring of love and support for his art, his music, and his service to his community, (4:15), Patrick begins by telling us how, how even though he considers himself to be a huge "Hip Hop head," he knew very little about Nipsey until his death. Patrick also talks about how he went on to learn more about Nipsey through the testimony of a old friend with background in the Los Angeles neighborhood where Nispey came up, who also once met the late rapper for a discussion about business, (10:44), Jocelyn, Graham & Patrick discussed further about Nipsey's activism and investment in his community, as well as his earlier involvement in the gang culture of L.A., (23:53), Jocelyn & Graham have an in-depth discussion about Jordan Peele's acclaimed movie "Us," (24:14) Jocelyn enjoyed the movie, but she wasn't terribly impressed; Graham dived into his takeaway of the movie by analyzing the similarity of each character and their respective doppelganger, but Jocelyn feels like Graham saw a completely different movie than she did, (31:52), Graham & Jocelyn agree that the story line became slightly disorganized and aimless toward the latter parts of the movie (58:06), the conversation continues as Graham & Jocelyn agree that perhaps Jordan Peele wanted moviegoers to draw their own conclusion about the movie.  

On this week's episode Graham & Jocelyn started the show with a quick review of entertainment news from the past week, namely the dropping of all charges against Empire actor Jussie Smollett in exchange for some community service and paying the forfeiting his $10,000 bail. Graham & Jocelyn also analyze the hypocrisy of #SurvivingCardiB backlash. 
On to the main event, Graham & Jocelyn dissect the Hulu Original series "The Act," starring Patricia Arquette and Joey King. Graham & Jocelyn also analyze and give their verdict on the first season of BBC America series "Killing Eve" starring Sandra Oh (Grey's anatomy), Jodie Comer (The White Princess, Flea Bag), & Fiona Shaw (Harry Potter). 

On this episode of Kickin' & Streamin' Podcast, Jocelyn & Graham began by saluting the people of New Zealand in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks perpetrated by a lunatic white supremacist against two mosques in Christchurch, killing 50 and injuring as many while they were praying. They also praised the leadership of the prime minister of New Zealand Jacynda Ardern during this time of crisis (00:49), Jocelyn & Graham celebrated the milestone of recording episode number 8 of Kickin' & Streamin' Podcast, and why NO ONE should ever say the word "Monthiverssary" EVER! (4:00), They also invite the podcast listeners to follow on the various social media pages, and also to visit our Patreon page to support the podcast at patreon.com/kickinandstreaminpodcast (5:08), Jocelyn & Graham welcome Spring, talk about how peculiar the weather can be in Charlotte, NC during springtime (8:02), Graham introduces the "What we're excited about" segment of the show by asking Jocelyn that same question, Jocelyn is excited about new series on Hulu called "The Act" starring Patricia Arquette & Joey King, started on March 20 (9:15), Graham is excited about the news that filming started last week for the third season of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" on Prime Video, (12:15), Jocelyn is psyched about the trailer for the new season of "Stranger Things" on Netflix, and talked about how the kid actors of the show are growing up (13:45), Graham talks about the upcoming season 5 of "Bosch" Prime Video (18:25). Topic of the week commences as Graham & Jocelyn have an in-depth discussion about "Shrill" on Hulu, a six-episode dramedy starring SNL cast member Aidy Bryant. The show is based on the book of the same title by writer Mindy West (22:55). 

On this week's episode, Jocelyn & Graham react to the "College Admission Fraud Scandal" allegations involving some of the richest people in Hollywood, including actresses Lori Loughlin (Aunt Becky) Full House & Fuller House, and Felicity Huffman (Lynette) Desperate Housewives (2:08). Graham & Jocelyn moved on to the main topic of this week's episode in which focused LORENA, a documentary film about a abused housewife Lorena Bobbitt who became famous for cutting off her abusive husband's penis. The case of Lorena became one of the most famous & sensationalized court cases in the history of America's justice system with the media, the country, and almost the whole world focusing more on the salaciousness of Lorena's action against her husband, rather than her plight as a victim of domestic abuse (6:29).    

On this week episode, Graham & Jocelyn discuss, albeit briefly, "Leaving Neverland", the HBO documentary featuring two alleged Michael Jackson sexual assault survivors (3:42), we also discuss R Kelly's bizarre interview with Gayle King (5:59), Jocelyn talks about binge-watching of Netflix original series "Russian Doll" and recommends watching with two thumbs up; we talk about Natasha Lyonne, the star of Russian Doll, dating former SNL cast member actor, comedian, and musician Fred Armisen (8:50), Graham talks about Prime Video original show "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" as the show to watch, starred by Rachel Brosnahan (17:29), we talk about some of the cast members of the show, such as Alex Borstein (Suzie), Tony Shalhoub (Abe Weisman), and Jocelyn enthusiasm to star watching the show, now that she's learned Zachary Levy is in it (19:40), Graham whines about Jocelyn not watching the shows and movies he recommended on episodes 3 and 5 entitled "Put This On Your Watchlist, Parts 1 & 2" (23:41), Graham & Jocelyn went over some shows they didn't like; Jocelyn talks about her failed attempt to watch and like Netflix docudrama "Wormwood," (25:02), Graham talks about his frustrated attempt at getting into the much "hyped" and anticipated Netflix original "The Umbrella Academy" (28:59), Jocelyn will not even try watching Umbrella Academy, will watch "Doom Patrol" instead (31:18), Graham & Jocelyn talk about two upcoming exciting shows, "Game of Thrones" (HBO), & "Good Omens" (Prime Video), Graham reveals Jocelyn has never seen even ONE episode of Game of Thrones (34:04), Jocelyn geeks out on the cast of Good Omens, the convo somehow turned to a pity party for Jon Hamm, David Tennant's podcast and more (38:03)