In their last episode of 2024, Mike and Vonia have a conversation about joy. How to find it, how to keep it, and how to remember it. Then, Vonia finds comfort in a classic television program that used to cause her anxiety, and Mike has a performance, a new spy series, and a heartfelt film that have moved and entertained him this week. They share dissatisfaction and how they hope to improve as well as a spoiler free conversation about the series (?) finale of Somebody, Somewhere. (More, please!) Finally it's an incomplete quote that Mike still thinks is highly affective, a couple of Birthday shoutouts, and then a farewell. For now...

Mike and Vonia share Thanksgiving memories and talk about what's been going on in the last two weeks. Then Vonia talks Volleyball, they both discuss a TV series they can't stop talking about, Mike has a few others he's enjoying, and also a film he can't stop thinking about. There's talk of worrying about the future, Mike wants his laundromat to be up and running, current politics, and ending with early presidential trivia, and a list Mike was very happy to be on. 

Due to technical difficulties this is a quick one, but after telling a few stories from their weeks, Mike saw a very impressive Broadway show, and an episode of television that made quite the impression. Vonia saw a movie suitable for the whole family, and a comedy series that's helping her get through it all. Then it's some quick restaurant etiquette, a reminder to slow down, and some advice on fostering animals. Just in case.

Mike and Vonia have a lot of catching up to do! After they talk about what's been happening in their lives over the last month or so, Mike has a movie he loved and a couple of television shows he's enjoying. Vonia also has some TV favorites of her own along with a recent animated film. Then they talk about feelings and ramifications concerning the recent election and Mike has a few things to say about art. Then it's excitement about the upcoming Grammy Awards, and a few words about Megan Thee Stallion hosting the VMAs.  

Vonia and Mike are back! They share a few things that have been going on, including birthdays, and trips out of town, but it's really about the recent Emmy Awards where Mike has some thoughts and opinions on the shows that won, as well as those that didn't. Then, Vonia has a few programs that have been keeping her entertained, and Mike has a Variety special that he can't stop thinking about. 

Vonia is preparing for the upcoming school year, and Mike went on a whirlwind tour of some Southern cities, and ended up spending an extra day in Florida. Then it's a stand up comedian Mike wants to get to know better, a couple documentaries, and a new drama series Vonia is enjoying. They talk more about the highs and lows of the current Olympic Games, flying adjacent to a tropical storm, and awkward moments watching Drag Race with children. There are, of course, several mentions of Mexican food. Yum. 

Mike and Vonia have quite the discussion concerning hopes, dreams, wants, expectations, and even where better days may be. Vonia watched a documentary and was deeply moved, Mike saw two very different films, and they've both been staying up too late. There's much talk of the Olympics, some possible trouble makers near the Seine, and Mike is going on a bit of a journey. Excited to tell you all about it next week.  

Vonia and her husband got to go on a vacation, and Mike had company in town! They also discuss the major optical development of the week, then it's an album from over 30 years ago, and a piece of entertainment Vonia got to see in Vegas. They both talk about television programs they are either struggling to get through or have recently struggled though, and then their individual relationships with horror films. Mike finishes it off with some very fun Emmy facts, and there might be a little music teaser after the credits...

Vonia and Mike share a bit about their weeks, but discussion soon shifts to the political climate and recent shooting. Then they lighten things up with a documentary they both loved, and a few other things that are making Vonia happy. There's talk of a returning series they are both having issues with, and a thing that Mike wishes he could return. This week's topic is childhood trauma, and they have some doozies. Let's revisit that documentary they were talking about...

Mike and Vonia discuss how they spent the Fourth of July, and how they may spend the next one. Then, Vonia saw a horror movie, listened to an inspiring podcast, and Mike finished the final season of a series he highly recommends. He's struggling a bit with a different television program, has to figure out some things with his new computer, and Vonia wants to bitch a little about a blockbuster from the 90s. Later, the conversation turns to generations, and how they relate to each other. To end the episode, Mike reads part of an entry from a journal he kept 30 years ago, showing how little things change, and the inspiration for a song. Clips of the song included!