Shocked & Applaud

Ever wondered how attraction and infatuation can impact our expectations of relationships and even our own behavior? Join us as we share personal stories of crushes, submission, and the importance of understanding our boundaries. We'll also explore how infatuation can cause us to act differently and question whether we're giving up a level of autonomy in the process.Finishing up the plot, we'll discuss the memorable music, lyrics, and choreography. We'll reminisce about the movie's most unforgettable moments and how our perceptions have changed since we first watched it. Let's finish our analysis and reflect on how this classic impacted our own view of relationships.We'll also discuss the themes and messages of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, our growth since first watching the film, and the lessons we've learned about autonomy, feminism, and straight white cis able-bodied privilege. And as always, our shocked and applaudable moments!Support the show

Ever wondered how a seemingly timid woman can wrangle a group of unruly men into behaving like civilized human beings? Join us on this wild ride as we discuss a hilarious dinner scene where a small woman takes on the challenge of cleaning up a cabin full of insufferable men with animalistic tendencies. We'll also share heartwarming stories of perseverance and comedic relief, making you appreciate the strength of single mothers and the importance of manners in relationships.Through the trials and tribulations of raising multiple boys, Milly teaches the brothers lessons on respect, politeness, and 1950s musical culture and courtship. We'll laugh, we'll cringe, and we'll see how many Adams it takes to fit in a leather trench coat.We'll delve into a barn-raising dance scene that tests the limits of politeness and respect. We discuss the importance of these values and how a lack of them can lead to violence and chaos. Get ready for men learnin' emotions as we examine the lengths men will go to win a cow and the consequences of their actions. Don't miss out on this captivating and hilarious conversation!Support the show

Remember watching Seven Brides for Seven Brothers with a side of cheesy pretzel bites as a teenager? OK, maybe that's too specific, but please! Relive some memories with us as we dive into the classic musical chosen by Maddie! We share our personal experiences with the movie, from the time we first watched it as teens to Jen's hilarious first impressions.We'll take you on a trip down memory lane as we discuss the movie's production budget, box office, and storyline.  And of course, we'll debate which of the six brothers is our ultimate favorite. But we don't stop there – we'll also dig into the movie's underlying themes around romance and marriage, including some of the more questionable attitudes portrayed.Join us as we tackle Adam's objectifying attitude toward women, his leathery fringe outfit, and how the movie reflects his chauvinistic views. We'll also chat about the romantic cliches portrayed in the movie, such as Millie falling for someone based on their cooking ability, and her tragic backstory. Plus, we'll share some of our favorite humorous moments sprinkled throughout the film. So come along for a fun-filled exploration of the frontier and its peculiar take on love and relationships!Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments: Facebook and Twitter updates Our HomepageSupport the show

Explicit Episode!Let's finish our plot walk through and dive into the orgy pool of our most shocked and applaudable moments! We'll also discuss tighty-whiteys vs boxer briefs, the vilification of the queer community, and a special behind-the-scenes look at the dinner scene, courtesy of Sean Facts!Jen's Recommendations This Week:The Film Spark Pod: Coming Soon! The Story of the Blair WitchMovieDrone: The Pope's ExorcistHave some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments: Facebook and Twitter updates Our HomepageSupport the show

Explicit Episode!We're finally at the good stuff! Namely, Tim Curry in fishnets. Also, OK -- let's discuss the dubious consent vibes of this movie.Jen's Recommendations:Vintage Video: Shock TreatmentPiecing It Together Podcast: SisuHave some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments: Facebook and Twitter updates Our HomepageSupport the show

Explicit Episode!

We're finally at the good stuff! Namely, Tim Curry in fishnets. Also, OK -- let's discuss the dubious consent vibes of this movie.

Jen's Recommendations:

• Vintage Video: Shock Treatment
• Piecing It Together Podcast: Sisu

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Explicit Episode, Applauder! Don't let the title fool you; we did keep in the word "damn" -- but there's just a lot of adult content to go through, so please listen at your own discretion.It's now the middle of May, so we just know you're aflutter with antici ... ... ... pation! Sean has picked our movie for this month, and it's definitely been a massive influence on each of our young adult lives. We'll start with how we were first introduced to the film, start off with a ton of Sean Facts, and head towards the light with the start to our full plot breakdown.Jen's Recommendations:The After Movie Diner: Sleazy Spader Springtime 6: Easy Sleazy Does It - Matt Poirier, Ideas, Writing & CrashFront Facelock Podcast: Watch Along of AnacondaSupport the show

We've nearly taken as much time to finish the plot as it takes for Usagi to do a costume change, so let's finish this thing! Naomi does a definitely-not-charlie-the-unicorn impression. Fleshticles and roses! A flower planet with a nuke at its core is narrowly diverted from asplosion. The sailor scouts take turns with their own "forget-me-not" moments for Usagi.Plus, that special thing that only we do! Opinions about movies! Stay till the end for our shocked and applaudable moments.Jen's recommendations:For Screen and Country: 24 Hour Party PeopleFilm Spark Podcast: Monster SquadHave some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments: Facebook and Twitter updates Our HomepageSupport the show

We've nearly taken as much time to finish the plot as it takes for Usagi to do a costume change, so let's finish this thing! Naomi does a definitely-not-charlie-the-unicorn impression. Fleshticles and roses! A flower planet with a nuke at its core is narrowly diverted from asplosion. The sailor scouts take turns with their own "forget-me-not" moments for Usagi.

Plus, that special thing that only we do! Opinions about movies! Stay till the end for our shocked and applaudable moments.

Jen's recommendations:

• For Screen and Country: 24 Hour Party People
• Film Spark Podcast: Monster Squad

Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments:

•  Facebook and Twitter updates
•  Our Homepage

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The planteroid approaches, and the life energy of earth is about to be drained. Also ... we're discussing a movie, today! We'll vibe on close male relationships, cats playing with computer mice, and fangirling on Darien, because Darien deserves all the things!Jen's recommendations this week:Invasion of the RemakeCinema RecallHave some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments: Facebook and Twitter updates Our HomepageSupport the show