Let’s Commiserate

Welcome to a new series of ours that we have decided to call, “Let’s Interrogate.” This gives us a break from intensive movie reviews and allows us to ask each other the hard-hitting questions…or questions that nobody cares about. We tackle:

✈️ Vacation and flu stories

📱 The drama of group chats

📝 The stresses of writing murder mysteries

🦃 Ham vs. turkey

We had so much fun recording this one and really hope you enjoy it. Let us know what you think!

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Timestamps:

0:00:00 Winter Weather Frustrations

0:03:12 Sam’s Trip to Italy

0:11:51 Dave’s Flu Trouble

0:17:12 Whole30 & Dryanuary

0:21:36 Introducing “Let’s Interrogate”

0:26:59 ‘Is There a Group Chat Without Me?’

0:35:45 ‘What’s the Worst Part of Writing with Me?’

0:40:24 ‘What Detail Would I Forget?’

0:42:02 ‘What Movie Character Am I?’

0:44:45 ‘Who Would Come After Me?’

0:45:48 ‘What’s My Most Problematic Quirk?’

0:47:53 ‘What Do I Think I’m Good, But Am Really Not?’

0:49:14 ‘Who of Us Would Betray the Other?’

0:50:42 ‘Who of Us Is Worse at Admitting When They’re Wrong?’

0:52:20 ‘What’s the Dumbest Argument We’ve Ever Had?’

0:57:54 ‘Do You Actually Watch the Reels I Send You?’

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!

Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:

🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.

🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!

🕵️‍♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

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The long-awaited third installment in the Knives Out trilogy, Wake Up Dead Man, has arrived in…home…theaters! Sam & Dave are back to weigh in. How does it compare to the previous two films? And does it satisfy their previous criticisms of Glass Onion?

We discuss:

🎙️ Our new studio remodel - and how you can help!

🗡️ The “Knives Out” trilogy up to this point

🎬 Rian Johnson as a director

🧅 How does it compare to previous installments?

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!

Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:

🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.

🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!

🕵️‍♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

Buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserate

Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!

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At long last, the boys are at a pivotal moment in their Murder On The Orient Express series. After a bumpy ride of with the first two major adaptations, we finally come to the hot mess that is the 2017 adaptation by Kenneth Branagh. Is it a hit? Is it a miss? Is it both?

Welcome to our review, which, much like this film, is something that nobody asked for.

We discuss:

🎬 Kenneth Branagh as a director and actor

🥸 THE MUSTACHE

📝 New plot points that nobody asked for

📚 How it measures up as an adaptation

🥺 The surprising emotional gut punch

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries! 🎙

Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:

🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.

🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!

🕵️‍♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

Buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserate

Follow us for more mystery + movie fun!

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This episode is Part 1 of our Murder on the Orient Express two-parter, and we don’t actually review the movie yet. 😅

First, Sam and Dave catch up on everything that’s happened since the last recording:

• Dave’s California trip that started with a nice restaurant and immediately turned into five days of flu
• Hitting Disney while still sick, getting the inside scoop from a ride engineer, and barely surviving Guardians / Tower of Terror
• Sam’s perfectly timed “last day of summer” Six Flags trip, where Samantha goes on TEN roller coasters and literally passes out on Medusa
• The first-year-of-marriage monthly gift tradition: ruined surprises, shared Amazon accounts, and custom stickers that don’t quite fit the vibe
• Capsule wardrobes, thrift-shop gift fails, and why buying women’s clothes is a psychological game
• A passionate side quest on Stanley vs BrüMate and leak-proof cup loyalty

At the end, they set the stage for Part 2, where the next episode will finally be their full review of the 2017 Murder on the Orient Express.

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If you love rants, laughs, movie breakdowns, and friendly fire between co-hosts, hit play and commiserate with us!

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Episode 53 — This week we start with a deep dive into the social politics of pizza at parties — why does ordering a pie feel so awkward compared to serving any other food? Then we shift gears into our ongoing Murder on the Orient Express series, tackling the 2010 David Suchet TV adaptation.

We cover:

😬 Being ghosted by the “Keeb Tok” keyboard community

🍕 The guilt of chipping in for pizza (and claiming the last slice)

🕵️‍♂️ Why the 2010 Poirot is both brilliant and frustrating

🎭 Casting highlights (David Suchet, Jessica Chastain, Toby Jones, Barbara Hershey & more)

⚖️ How creative choices made this version divisive among fans

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries! 🎙

Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:

🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.

🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!

🕵️‍♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

Follow us for more mystery + movie fun!

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All aboard for part two of our Murder on the Orient Express series! 🚂 Sam and Dave dive into Sidney Lumet’s (or "Plumet", depending on how Sam is pronouncing it that day) 1974 star-studded adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery. From Albert Finney’s eccentric take on Poirot to Ingrid Bergman’s surprising Oscar win, we unpack the glamour, the drama, and whether this lavish version of Christie’s novel still holds up.

🔥 In this episode we cover:

• 🎭 The legendary ensemble cast: Sean Connery, Lauren Bacall, Vanessa Redgrave, Ingrid Bergman & more
• 🕵️‍♂️ Albert Finney’s Poirot — brilliant or over-the-top?
• 🎬 Sidney Lumet’s direction and the behind-the-scenes strategy for wrangling an all-star lineup
• 🎶 That chilling score and unforgettable newspaper montage opening
• 📚 How faithful the adaptation is to Christie’s novel (and what changes stood out)
• 🤔 Does the famous twist ending still shock modern audiences?

💭 What’s YOUR favorite version of Murder on the Orient Express? Drop your thoughts in the comments — we’ll read the best ones on a future episode!

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries! 🎙

Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:

🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time. 🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!

🕵️‍♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

In this episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam and Dave discuss the iconic Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie. They dive into the intricacies of Poirot’s brilliant investigation, the captivating characters, and the masterful writing that has made this book one of the most celebrated mysteries of all time. Sam reflects on the book’s logical structure and the subtle genius of Poirot’s deductions, while Dave explores the unique pacing and why it’s so engaging.

They also touch on the differences between the book and its various film adaptations, sharing their thoughts on how the story has been brought to life on screen. Plus, get ready for the upcoming breakdown of the 1974 adaptation—there’s a lot to look forward to!

We’d love to hear your thoughts! Have you read Murder on the Orient Express? What’s your favorite adaptation? Let us know!

🎙 Tune in now to enjoy the conversation and join the mystery discussion!

In this episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam and Dave dive into their rewatch of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Dave finds himself loving it even more, while Sam’s second viewing leaves him feeling disappointed. They discuss the writing, the incredible performances from Daniel Craig and Edward Norton, and the movie's ability to keep you hooked — but also question if everything really adds up in the end.

From nitpicks to high praise, they explore their opposite reactions to the film and ask the ultimate question: Is this sequel truly worth the hype?

🎙️ Tune in for their in-depth review, and don't forget to share your thoughts with them in the comments!

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The bandmates have assembled—well, most of them—and chaos follows.

In this unhinged but heartfelt episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam is joined by fellow bandmates Kyle and Clay for a whirlwind discussion that veers from musical commitment issues to All-State trumpet trauma… before spiraling into a full-blown Star Wars therapy session. Somehow, it ends with a group therapy session over the Juke phone and the PG-13 rating.

🎵 We discuss:

• 🎺 Why Kyle may or may not be a real band member
• 👕 The controversy of the official band t-shirt
• 🎶 All-State, symphonic band, and musical ego checks
• 🤖 Deep thoughts on Obi-Wan, Clone Wars, and Andor
• 📱 Juke phones, Windows CE, and early 2000s tech nostalgia
• 🎓 Fake graduation parties (???)
• 🐉 How to Train Your Dragon, Indiana Jones, and childhood trauma
• 🎮 Is KOTOR the greatest game of all time?

This episode is equal parts band roast, Star Wars breakdown, and therapy via nostalgia.

🗣 QUESTION FOR YOU: What’s the most questionable childhood movie you were allowed to watch—and did it mess you up?

🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries! 🎙 Join Sam & Dave (and whoever shows up) as we vent about life and dive into passionate debates about:

🔹 Star Wars – From chaotic sequels to deep lore breakdowns

🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, tropes, and red herrings galore

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Dave is BACK — newly married and just in time to delve into a beloved Star Wars movie: Rogue One. In this 2.5-hour chaos-fueled reunion, Sam and Dave dive deep into behind-the-scenes drama, Gilroy vs. Edwards debates, and the brilliance (or mess?) of the final product.

Also covered:

🎬 The full plot of Rogue One (with passionate yelling)

📽️ What really happened during the reshoots

🧠 The truth behind the hallway scene that broke the internet

💍 Dave’s post-wedding reflections and our latest ridiculous TikTok comments

🕵️ The merits of CGI Tarkin

🎮 A bonus deep cut on KOTOR 2 and its legacy in Star Wars lore

It’s rants, revelations, and ridiculous tangents—just the way you like it.

💬 Agree with our takes? Think we’re dead wrong? Leave a review or DM us your unhinged thoughts. We’ll probably read them on air.