Saturday mornings in the 1970s weren’t complete without a bowl of cereal and Super Friends on TV. This week, Michelle and Cherie revisit the classic Hanna-Barbera cartoon that introduced Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and… Aquaman (yeah, about that) to a generation of kids. 

From Wonder Woman’s invisible jet (how does she park it?!) to the Wonder Twins and their surprisingly useless powers, the sisters look back on the show’s lighter, PSA-filled take on superheroes. They talk about Saturday morning rituals, the toned-down violence compared to the comics, and why Aquaman never stood a chance at being anyone’s favorite. 

Along the way, Michelle shares a real-life discovery: Cincinnati’s Union Terminal was the inspiration for the Hall of Justice. Plus, there’s a detour into Schoolhouse Rock, Big Bang Theory, and even Adam West and Burt Ward. 

Highlights include: 

• Why Christopher Reeve will always be the true Superman
• Saturday morning cartoon traditions of the 70s
• Aquaman’s PR problem (and why even the Big Bang Theory roasted him)
• The Wonder Twins and their monkey sidekick, Gleek
• Those unforgettable PSA moments (“Don’t play with knives, kids!”)
• The Hall of Justice’s surprising real-world inspiration
• A Comic Con story involving Adam West, Burt Ward, and a Robin costume

If you grew up with Saturday morning cartoons, this one’s a nostalgia trip you won’t want to miss.
 

This week, Michelle and Cherie dust off the ping pong balls and open the Treasure House for a trip down memory lane with Captain Kangaroo! From Mr. Moose’s corny jokes to Bunny Rabbit’s mischievous silence, we relive the longest-running children’s show of its time. We talk Slim Goodbody’s questionable organ unitard, Bill Cosby’s “Picture Pages,” Simon’s magic chalk drawings, and even Captain Kangaroo’s surprising friendship with Mr. Rogers. 

We also dig into behind-the-scenes trivia: how Bob Keeshan became the Captain, why there were never toy tie-ins (a missed fortune!), and how a ban on violent toy commercials changed children’s TV forever. Plus — the wild attempt to reboot Captain Kangaroo starring… Mark Wahlberg? (No, really!) 

Whether you grew up with the Captain’s red jacket or are just discovering this piece of TV history, you’ll love this nostalgic deep-dive 

It’s the summer of 1975 all over again — but this time we’re not afraid to go back in the water. Michelle and Cherie are diving deep into Jaws, Steven Spielberg’s game-changing thriller that spawned the “summer blockbuster”. 

In this episode: 

• Spielberg’s sinking mechanical shark (nicknamed “Bruce”) that accidentally made the movie scarier.
• The terrifyingly effective two-note score from John Williams.
• Casting “what ifs” — including Charlton Heston, Robert Duvall, and a young Jeff Bridges.
• Why Jaws made everyone think twice before swimming in the ocean.
• The legacy of shark movies, parodies, and the puzzling fascination with all things shark.
• And yes, the real-life 4,000+ pound shark named Contender making headlines today.

From blockbuster history to personal beach trip memories (complete with shark’s teeth), this episode celebrates 50 years of thrills, chills, and chum buckets.
 

This week, Michelle and Cherie wrangle with one of TV’s strangest genre mashups ever: The Wild, Wild West. Not just a western. Not just a spy show. And definitely not just a wardrobe malfunction waiting to happen (though Robert Conrad’s split pants might disagree). 

Join us as we: 

• Argue about whether it’s Wild West or The Wild, Wild West (hint: it’s extra wild)
• Try to explain “steampunk” (spoiler: it is NOT just surly kids standing over a subway grate)
• Share why swinging from chandeliers is never a good idea
• Question why Robert Conrad had to change his pants so often
• Marvel at Ross Martin’s disguises and debate whether actors should design their own costumes
• Quiz each other about recurring villains, surprise guest stars (The Skipper! The Penguin! Endora!)
• Revisit the infamous 1999 movie… and decide Will Smith probably wishes he’d taken The Matrix instead

So dust off your stovepipe hat, check the seams in your trousers, and join us for a gleefully over-the-top trip back to the 1960s version of the 1870s.
 
Where to watch: Streaming free on Pluto TV, or for rent/purchase on Amazon Prime.
 

 This week, the siblings take a wild, memory-filled ride back to the early 1980s to talk about the TV phenomenon That’s Incredible! — the family-friendly variety/reality hybrid that somehow also featured spontaneous human combustion and creepy ghost stories in prime time. 

Along the way, they: 

• Marvel at a 5-year-old Tiger Woods putting like a pro
• Recall the bullet-catching magician who may or may not have performed at Magic Harbor (and almost recruited a very young co-host)
• Debate the effectiveness of clothespin dentistry (spoiler: it doesn’t work)
• Revisit the oddly high number of ghost stories that made it onto a “family” show
• Try to make peace with the fact that spontaneous combustion was apparently a thing they were supposed to worry about as kids

Also discussed: the show’s hosts (Fran Tarkenton, Cathy Lee Crosby, and John Davidson), the shift from variety shows to reality TV, and whether That’s Incredible! could work in today’s TikTok-ified, judge-everything world.
 
📌 Highlights & Laughs
 

• “If you showed up at Disney World with $18, they’d give you a pretzel… maybe.”
• The siblings piece together half-remembered Magic Harbor lore (ghost stories, bullet tricks, and mom trying to give one of them away).
• A serious investigation into whether clothespins can replace Novocaine.
• Why spontaneous combustion is probably not your top health concern… but still unsettling.
• The shocking number of 80s TV segments that could cause nightmares in children.

📺 Show Legacy
 
A loving look back at a series that mixed talent stunts, medical oddities, paranormal chills, and light danger — proving that sometimes the most incredible thing is what they put on television in the first place.
 
🔗 Where to Listen
 
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Grab your curtain-made play clothes and prepare to sing your little heart out—this week, we’re diving deep into the hills of Austria and our lifelong love (and slight critique) of The Sound of Music.

We’re talking sing-along screenings, our grandmother’s mysterious trip to Salzburg, Julie Andrews’ bowl cut trauma, and whether or not sailor suits are a cry for help. Plus: Did Rolf have to be such a tool? And why does "My Favorite Things" always end up on Christmas playlists?

Also: One of us gets the shaft on grandma’s souvenirs. The other gets a music box. Guess who’s still bitter?

🎶 In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The sing-along screening in uptown Charlotte (and the unofficial audience participation rules)
• The Sound of Music as the PG-rated Rocky Horror
• Why Julie Andrews’ hair looks like that (yes, there’s a real reason)
• The time Rolf broke all our hearts
• Liesl’s tragic olive green dress and clogs (WHO approved this?)
• Nazis, sabotage, and the Mother Superior’s “sin”
• Why “My Favorite Things” became a Christmas song (??? still a mystery)
• Nostalgia, family memories, and that glorious Do-Re-Mi montage

👀 Also Mentioned:

• Daniel Truhitte (Rolf) lives in North Carolina?!
• General Hospital nun cameo—yes, we see you, Lila Quartermaine.
• Grandma's Salzburg souvenir politics: the red bell mystery.
• The magic of twirling on mountaintops (and the power of helicopter wind)

📺 Rewatch Status:

✅ Fully endorsed. Again and again and again. DVD, Disney+, or sing-along screenings—The Sound of Music is timeless.

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This week, we’re donning tri-corner hats and heading back to the Revolutionary War as we take on The Patriot (2000)! 🎆 From Mel Gibson’s moody heroics to Jason Isaacs’ ice-cold villain stare, we unpack the movie’s drama—and share some behind-the-scenes secrets you won’t find in the history books.

Did you know that John Travolta accidentally made a cameo as a corpse? Or that the filmmakers hauled in mannequins, green screens, and literal truckloads of dirt to transform modern Charleston into 18th-century America? We’ve got all that and more.

One of us even worked on the movie set (guess who!), so you’re getting the insider scoop on hair, costumes, long filming days, and how to look "period-appropriate" in 90-degree heat.

Whether you're a die-hard fan or just here for the hot tea about colonial wigs, this episode is a fun ride through movie magic, historical fiction, and the occasional existential crisis about the color of Marty McFly’s vest. 🔴🟠❓

🎬 In This Episode:

• Why Jason Isaacs is the sweetest villain ever
• A very dead John Travolta (don’t worry, just a mannequin)
• What it’s like to be an extra in a big-budget period film
• How Charleston, SC, was transformed for filming
• The costume designer who also worked on Titanic and Back to the Future
• Why it’s okay if your Hollywood history isn't 100% accurate
• The real legacy of the film (including tourism and trivia!)

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This week, the sibling duo takes a hyperspace jump back to 1977 to talk about the original Star Wars: A New Hope. From childhood memories and first impressions to action figures, collector’s items, cosplay, and even emotional hospital visits, this episode dives into how one movie launched a lifelong love — and maybe a career — in sci-fi fandom.

🧵 Episode Highlights:

• Cliff Clavin from Cheers in Star Wars?!
  A surprising trivia moment where they realize John Ratzenberger had a cameo in Empire Strikes Back as a Rebel officer.
• The R2-D2 Pillow Toy
  Yes, a low-tech squeaky plush that might as well have been a dog toy… but it was cherished.
• The Millennium Falcon (Empire Version)
  Received Christmas after Empire Strikes Back, complete with a tiny dejarik (space chess) table, hidden smuggling panels, and memories that lasted decades.
• Toy Violation Confession
  One sibling confesses to a long history of sneaking into the other’s room to mess with toys — except for the Falcon. That one was sacred.
• Star Wars Costuming & the 501st Legion
  Cherie shares her longtime involvement in the 501st, the global Star Wars costuming organization, including:
  • Hospital visits
  • Charity marathons in costume
  • Traveling the world for Star Wars Celebration
  • Building a full Boba Fett (Holiday Special!) costume
• Star-Studded Encounters
  Highlights include meeting Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Peter Mayhew, and Billy Dee Williams.
  Bonus: Hamill joked he liked standing next to female stormtroopers because they made him feel taller.
• On the Franchise's Evolution
  From handmade props to CGI, and from a standalone space western to a multimedia empire — the duo reflects on the ever-expanding Star Wars universe.
• Final Thought:
  Without Star Wars, would Cherie have become a film professional or ended up working at SeaWorld in a whale costume? (…you’ll have to listen to find out.)

📌 Listener Takeaway:

This episode is less about analyzing A New Hope and more about how it felt — as a kid, as a fan, and as someone whose life was reshaped by a galaxy far, far away.

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Before there was prestige TV and streaming queues, there was General Hospital — and for Michelle and Cherie, it was basically background noise to their childhood. But who knew they had this much to say about it?

From the infamous Ice Princess weather machine plotline to the time Luke and Laura’s wedding pulled in 30 million viewers, the sisters dive into why General Hospital — and soap operas in general — were such a massive pop culture force. There’s also confusion over swapped actors, a nod to Port Charles (remember that?), and a very important PSA about what “soap opera” actually means.

📺 What You'll Hear:

• Why their mom is basically the third host of this episode
• The soapiest tropes: secret twins, romantic musical chairs, and everyone sleeping with everyone
• Stars who got their start in soaps: John Stamos, Demi Moore, Rick Springfield, Meghan Markle, and more
• Actor swapping chaos: “Wait, who’s that supposed to be? LAURA?!”
• The surprisingly real legacy of General Hospital in pop culture today
• A mini history lesson on where the term “soap opera” came from (yes, it involves actual soap)

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 We’re diving headfirst into the wild, wibbly-wobbly world of Doctor Who—and yes, it’s as confusing and charming as it sounds. From pepper shaker-shaped villains (Daleks, if you didn’t know) to the Doctor’s uncanny ability to regenerate and still look good, we cover it all. Did you know Time Lords have two hearts? Spoiler: it doesn’t come with a doctor’s note. We reminisce about meeting actual actors who played the Doctor (yes, we’re basically Whovian royalty), debate if Benedict Cumberbatch should steal the TARDIS, and spill tea on fan-made Dalek costumes that are life-sized and packed with blinking lights. We also get real about the show’s sometimes “old” vibe and admit that not every episode had us hooked—sorry, classic Who.

If you’ve ever wondered why Doctor Who episodes sometimes feel like a Christmas party crashed by Santa himself, or why sonic screwdrivers should totally exist in real life, this episode is for you. Warning: may cause sudden urges to binge-watch 900+ episodes or craft your own Dalek out of cardboard.

What You’ll Hear:

• The Doctor Who timeline explained (mostly) without time travel confusion
• Daleks = pepper shakers on steroids
• Personal encounters with Doctors (aka celebrity name-drops)
• Sonic screwdriver envy and other sci-fi gadget fantasies
• The eternal question: Who really should be the next Doctor? (Cumberbatch, anyone?)
• The struggle of keeping up with almost 900 episodes—no promises
• Why Christmas specials sometimes involve Santa and spaceships (because why not?)
• The epic quest to build a life-sized Dalek, complete with blinking lights and probably way too much duct tape

Favorite Quotes:
"Why do I keep thinking about Dr. Strange and Benedict Cumberbatch? Is there a connection or is it just because it’s ‘Dr.’ Who?"
"I will not be getting you a life-sized TARDIS for Christmas. Sorry, not sorry."
"Daleks were based on pepper shakers. I thought they were just evil robots, but nope — dinner table inspiration!"

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• BBC, BBC America, and Amazon Prime (because binge)
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