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Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 100 - Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping! (SEASON 1 FINALE)We made it to 100 episodes! For our send-off episode before Baby #2, we talk about one of our absolute favorite movies, 2016’s Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping! Come hear why we adore this mockumentary box-office bomb, which is our favorite song on the (amazing) soundtrack, and why Tim Meadows is one of our GOATs!
(0:00) POPSTAR intro: 100th episode!
(2:23) POPSTAR facts and figures!
(10:48) What's the best catchphrase in the Catchphrase Verse?
(13:21) The rest of the characters, and why Tim Meadows' Harry is our fave!
(21:35) Favorite jokes?
(24:38) The Conner/Hunter an...
2024-06-0455 min
SEEING FACES IN MOVIESSpecial Features - Before Sunrise (Richard Linklater 1995) w/ Baby's First Watchlist Podcast
It’s bonus episode time.In today’s Special Features episode Felicia is joined by Erin and Tom from the Baby’s First Watchlist Podcast to discuss one of cinema’s greatest romance films Before Sunrise (Richard Linklater 1995). We chat about how fresh this film feels nearly thirty years later, and although it is heavy in dialogue, the quiet moments reveal the most about Celine and Jesse.Send us your thoughts on the episode - what is your favourite film in the trilogy? Let us know by sending us a message on any of our so...
2024-06-011h 05
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 99 - Swingers (w/Uncle Robbie!)This episode is sooo money, and it features our good friend Robbie from the Loud About Nothing podcast! We break down the low-key smartness of Swingers, the hilarious voicemail scene, and the age-old question: is Vince Vaughn actually cool in this? Join us in Vegas, baby!
(0:00) Intro: Uncle Robbie and Swingers facts and figures!
(10:04) Should Tom and Robbie write a screenplay?
(11:18) Swingers plot summary
(13:06) Is Vince Vaughn's Trent cool?
(17:30) Trent and Sue archetypes
(19:55) Robbie is a Trent stan
(21:19) Is there any good dating advice in...
2024-05-2851 min
Baby's First WatchlistImportant Announcement on the Future of BFW!Hi! We're very close to the birth of our second son and so it's time to switch things up a bit! Follow us on Instagram @babysfirstwatchlist to have input on BFW 2.0!
(0:00) The Announcement
(1:25) Wrapping Up Season 1
(3:34) Baby's First Watchlist 2.0
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2024-05-0206 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 89 - Irish WishWe have the luck of the Irish on today’s episode. We are talking about 2024’s Irish Wish! This Netflix original stars Lindsay Lohan, and we are singing her praises…even though the movie doesn’t have us doing a jig. Enjoy the fun, pick some apples with us, and give it a listen!
(0:00) Intro to IRISH WISH!
(7:44) Erin's NJ Connection - let's not talk about it...
(8:26) A.I.-rish Wish
(11:03) IRISH WISH discussion--what a film...
(11:35) Questionable Irish representation
(14:55) Jane Seymour, MrBeast, and Irish Stereotypes
(16:58) Ayesha C...
2024-03-1946 min
Baby's First WatchlistVery Special Episode 6 - 96th Oscars Reactions! (w/Uncle Nick P.!)The 96th Academy Awards have come and gone, and we had a great time! Wrapping up another Oscars season, we have Uncle Nick P. back on the podcast to break it all down with us. We talk everything from John Williams to John Cena, rank our favorite nominees, and discuss those big ceremony moments. Come listen!
(0:00) Intro to the 2024 Oscars Wrapup! Jimmy Kimmel monologue talk
(2:53) Best Supporting Actress, Best Animated Short, Best Animated Feature
(9:29) Best Original Screenplay, Best Adapted Screenplay
(18:45) Best Makeup/Hairstyling, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design plus John...
2024-03-131h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 88 - My Cousin VinnyIt’s March! Spring is on its way, and we are back with another episode. We are covering courtroom classic My Cousin Vinny, and talking about everything you want to know: can we debunk that Marisa Tomei Oscars theory? Will we dress like Vinny and Lisa next Halloween? Give us a listen and find out!
(0:00) Cold Open: Road trip stories?
(5:52) MY COUSIN VINNY intro, facts, figures!
(15:05) MY COUSIN VINNY taglines!
(17:06) MY COUSIN VINNY plot summary
(20:19) Favorite and least favorite part?
(27:09) MY COUSIN VINNY 2??
(29:53) Do people st...
2024-03-051h 03
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 87 - American FictionWe might have the norovirus this week, but that won’t stop us this Oscars season! This week’s episode is on 2023’s American Fiction. Tune in to hear us talk about Jeffrey Wright’s impressive career, Sterling K. Brown’s dynamic performance, our favorite aspects of the nominated screenplay, and lots more!
(0:00) Cold Open: Let us be Oscars voters!!
(1:57) AMERICAN FICTION intro, facts, figures!
(9:23) Erin's NJ Connections! ...?
(11:19) AMERICAN FICTION plot synopsis!
(15:03) Favorite and least favorite aspects of the movie?
(21:49) Wright and Brown as Oscar nomi...
2024-02-2754 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 86 - The Princess BrideIt’s Tom’s birthday week, and to celebrate, we are watching and discussing one of his favorites: 1987’s The Princess Bride! We do a recasting for fun, talk about our favorite character, and share our thoughts on the fantasy genre. It would be inconceivable for you not to listen!
(0:00) Cold Open: Staying home from school memories!
(3:50) THE PRINCESS BRIDE intro, facts, figures!
(14:04) New Jersey Connections!!
(15:36) THE PRINCESS BRIDE plot synopsis!
(18:56) Thoughts on the movie?
(21:19) Thoughts on high fantasy movies?
(25:27) Why this is one of Tom's...
2024-02-201h 14
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 85 - All That JazzGet out your jazz hands because it’s showtime! This week’s episode is from former Best Picture nominee, 1979’s All That Jazz! We are talking about the film’s influence, how it differed from our expectations, and our boy Roy Scheider. Plus: that ending!!! Wow!!! Tune in, friends!
(0:00) Cold Open: Erin's STAGE career!
(3:16) ALL THAT JAZZ intro: taglines,
(17:04) Erin's New Jersey Connection!
(17:57) ALL THAT JAZZ plot summary
(20:08) Thoughts on the ending and the movie, plus some fun facts!
(23:45) Do you like going into movies blind?
(28:00...
2024-02-131h 06
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 84 - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-VerseIt’s February, and this week, we are cozying up to another Oscars favorite: Best Animated Feature nominee Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse! Tune in to hear our thoughts on that ending, our comparisons to the first movie, and if we think our child could keep that secret from us. Give it a listen!
(0:00) Cold Open: Secrets you kept from your parents?
(3:34) ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE facts and figures!
(15:26) Erin's NJ Connection!
(16:55) ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE plot summary!
(20:31) Thoughts on the movie?
(22:21) Could we figure out if our kids were su...
2024-02-061h 11
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 83 - Killers of the Flower MoonWe are in the middle of our Oscars watch, and this week’s Killers of the Flower Moon-sized episode is about...Killers of the Flower Moon! For our podcast’s first Scorsese film, we talk about our favorite movies by the director, and give our opinions on this awards contender!
(0:00) COLD OPEN: Italian Dad Scorsese/De Niro Canon
(7:30) KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON facts and figures!
(11:33) New Jersey Connection 1!
(12:39) Facts and figures cont'd
(25:46) KOTFM plot synopsis!
(28:28) NJ Connection 2!
(29:43) Scorsese movie experiences!
(39:24) Favorite DiCaprio roles?
(43:53) Favorite De Niro roles!
(52:58) Did the Academy get the Killers nominations right?
(56:54) How good was Lily Glad...
2024-01-301h 25
Baby's First WatchlistBONUS Very Special Episode 5 - 96th Oscar Nominations (w/Uncle Nick P.!)Uncle Nick P. is BACK for our annual Very Special Episode: the Oscar nominations reaction! Listen to our resident Academy expert chop it up about every category in our prediction game and see if Erin was able to beat Tom for the second year in a row… And of course, you know we talk about the big Barbie snubs…. Come check it out!
(0:00) INTRO to the 96th Oscars! Welcome Uncle Nick P.!
(2:11) Below-the-line categories: Shorts, Best Animated Feature, Best Visual Effects, Best Sound, Best Original Song, Best Original Score,
(11:02) Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best...
2024-01-251h 14
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 82 - The Mighty DucksQuack! Quack! Quack! After watching this movie for the first time last week, we are talking all about 1992's The Mighty Ducks! Check out our defense of nepo babies and stick around to see if we agreed with the dismal critical rating of this millennial classic!
(0:00) Cold Open: In Defense(ish) of Nepo Babies!
(8:23) THE MIGHTY DUCKS intro, facts, figures!
(16:31) Erin's NJ Connection!
(17:54) THE MIGHTY DUCKS plot synopsis!
(19:48) Remember Hans?
(20:44) "Bad guy forced to coach sports" movies!
(26:19) Does this movie deserve its dismal critical rating?
2024-01-2355 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 81 - Sleepless in SeattleCalling all hopeless romantics! This week's episode is about 1993's Sleepless in Seattle. Nora Ephron's classic rom com is about love, grief, and Bill Pullman, and we cover it all. Grab some tiramisu and a bottle of "Dom DeLuise" and give it a listen!
(0:00) Cold Open: ANOTHER ANNOUNCEMENT
(2:06) SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE intro, facts, figures!
(9:54) Erin's Humble Brag
(10:29) New Jersey Connections!
(12:21) SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE plot synopsis!
(15:33) Thoughts on the movie?
(16:27) Realism and non-realism
(21:40) Bill Pullman Appreciation Segment 1
(22:29) When Harry Met Sally vs...
2024-01-161h 01
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 80 - The HoldoversAwards season 2024 is officially here! Today's episode is all about Alexander Payne's comedy-drama, The Holdovers. Travel back to 1970 with us, spending the holidays with a great cast of characters, as we talk about why this movie feels like the audience’s little secret! Plus, we have the best New Jersey Connection yet! Come join!
(0:00) Cold Open: BREAKING NEWS!
(2:40) Intro, THE HOLDOVERS facts and figures!
(10:22) Young Man Giamatti!
(11:53) 1970s Setting
(12:43) Facts & Figures cont'd
(14:32) Original vs. Adapted Screenplay
(18:00) Erin's NJ Connection -- the best one yet!
...
2024-01-091h 04
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 79 - WALL-E (w/Chad and Kevin from Cinema Sugar!)Happy New Year! Come and ring it in with us and our pals Kevin and Chad from Cinema Sugar! We talk all things WALL-E, from its place in the Disney-Pixar canon to our thoughts on cruises to how WALL-E himself is like the best parts of a toddler. It’s a fun convo, come listen!
(0:00) Cold Open: Welcome Chad and Kevin from Cinema Sugar!
(3:54) WALL-E intro; Kevin's and Chad's intro to movies!
(8:44) WALL-E facts and figures!
(12:54) Erin's NJ Connection! (it's a stretch....kinda)
(14:03) WALL-E plot synopsis!
(15:45) Favorite Pi...
2024-01-021h 08
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 78 - The Muppet Christmas CarolMerry Christmas to all, and to all a good night, especially if it’s spent listening to us talk The Muppet Christmas Carol! We are suggesting other Muppet literary interpretations, recasting Scrooge (as if anyone can do it like Michael Caine), and even diving into the Muppets’ many connections to New Jersey. Finish up the last of your eggnog and give it a listen!
(0:00) Cold Open: What do you "bah, humbug"?
(4:01) THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL intro, facts, figures!
(10:43) Erin's NJ Connection!
(12:33) The Muppet Christmas Carol plot summary!
(16:52) More Muppet New...
2023-12-2654 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 77 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (w/Uncle Alex!)Uncle Alex has returned to the show as we tackle the second in the Harry Potter series! Hop into the Ford Anglia with us as we talk Hogwarts dating and whether the basilisk was good at its job! And, come find out why Jason Isaacs/Lucius Malfoy is the MVP of this movie!
(0:00) Cold Open: Hogwarts Dating
(1:33) Welcome back Uncle Alex!
(3:40) CHAMBER OF SECRETS intro, facts, figures!
(7:59) Chamber of Secrets: The Game
(9:19) More facts and figures!
(10:24) Tom's NJ Connection!
(11:24) CHAMBER OF SECRETS taglines and plot...
2023-12-191h 10
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 76 - The HolidayHad a bad break-up? Hate your job? Live in an idyllic cottage in the British countryside and want to explore Los Angeles for some reason? Whatever the occasion, join us as we discuss Nancy Meyers’ The Holiday! It’s all mid-2000s, Blockbuster, and our girl Kate Winslet! And um…if you’re a fan of Miles in this movie, beware.
(0:00) Cold Open: Favorite Blockbuster memories!
(6:41) THE HOLIDAY intro, facts, figures!
(10:56) Kill the Director!?
(12:00) Erin's NJ Connection...?
(14:02) The Holiday is similar to an Irish movie...
(16:11) No tagline for this...
2023-12-121h 11
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 75 - Roman HolidayTake a break from your winter blues and join us over in Italy as we cover the absolute classic, Roman Holiday! It’s Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck, beautiful people carousing through a beautiful place. Come listen as we break down the movie, what happened to its Oscars, and who we would cast in the lead roles today!
(0:00) Cold Open: Your most spontaneous trip?
(5:22) ROMAN HOLIDAY: Intro, facts, and figures!
(10:02) ROMAN HOLIDAY and the Oscars!
(12:48) Erin's New Jersey Connection...?
(14:37) ROMAN HOLIDAY taglines!
(15:21) ROMAN HOLIDAY plot summary!
...
2023-12-0559 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 74 - RatatouilleBonjour, nos amis! This week, we wrap up our Comfort Food Month by heading out to Paris with our friend Remy as we discuss the Pixar classic Ratatouille! Come listen as we break down what makes this movie such a hit, our dream meals, and the Pixar pantheon!
(0:00) RATATOUILLE intro, facts, figures!
(8:23) Little Chef!
(9:06) Favorite Epcot pavilion?
(10:48) Ratatouille the short film and musical
(13:08) Erin's NJ Connections!
(14:29) Ratatouille taglines!
(15:26) Ratatouille plot summary!
(20:45) Best thing about this movie?
(24:51) Would you change anything?
2023-11-2853 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 73 - The Parent TrapGrab your Oreos and peanut butter, it’s time to head off to camp! Hang out with us for Comfort Food Month as we discuss the Nancy Meyers-Lindsay Lohan hit, The Parent Trap! We’re talking London vs. Napa, truly grotesque snacks, and dual roles in movies!
(0:00) THE PARENT TRAP intro, facts, figures!
(10:40) Erin's NJ Connections!
(12:36) The Parent Trap plot summary!
(17:55) Would you choose Napa or London?
(20:12) Nick/Elizabeth or Martin/Chessy??
(24:15) Best needle drop in the movie?
(26:16) Favorite/least favorite part of the movie?
(32:41) Snack talk!
(36:39) Why was this camp so internationally known?
(38:20) Did any other food look good in t...
2023-11-211h 06
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 72 - TampopoIt’s a “Ramen Western,” a sports movie, and a food movie all wrapped up into one delicious noodle soup–it’s Tampopo! Join us as we discuss this 1985 Japanese classic filled with mesmerizing displays of some of the best-looking food you’ve ever seen on screen. Watch it if you haven’t, and then listen!
(0:00) Tampopo intro, facts, and figures!
(6:00) Erin's NJ Connection (somehow)
(9:12) Tampopo tagline
(10:18) Tampopo plot summary
(14:04) What genre do you want to see more of?
(18:59) Favorite Westerns?
(21:34) Who would you want to see in a We...
2023-11-1457 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 71 - The Princess DiariesA podcast is never late, everyone else is simply early! Come to Genovia with us as we talk about our fave Anne Hathaway, whether Mandy Moore is known more as an actress or singer, and Lilly getting buckets on the basketball court!
(0:00) THE PRINCESS DIARIES intro, facts, and figures!
(14:06) The Princess Diaries taglines and plot summary!
(19:03) Robert Schwartzman's mom!
(20:17) Did Philippe get off easy here?
(23:07) BRING FORMULA ONE TO GENOVIA.
(24:26) Compare this with other teen movies?
(28:01) Favorite and least favorite aspects of movie?
(31:50...
2023-11-071h 03
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 70 - The Sixth SenseYou won’t see dead people in this episode, but you will hear about how much fun we had watching The Sixth Sense! Listen in for our take on this Philadelphia classic, if this movie is scary, and Toni Collette’s accent. Happy Halloween!
(0:00) THE SIXTH SENSE intro, facts, and figures!
(6:55) Erin's NJ Connection!
(12:37) The Sixth Sense taglines
(13:20) The Sixth Sense plot summary
(16:44) The Donnie Wahlberg Problem
(18:14) What Oscar should this have won?
(21:46) Is this movie scary?
(22:33) Favorite Toni Collette role?
(25:10) Favo...
2023-10-311h 01
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 69 - Rocky Horror Picture ShowWhen those lips talked about a double feature, they meant the Rocky Horror Picture Show and our companion podcast episode! Listen in as we talk about a guy who walked out of the live show we went to starring Frankie Grande, plus an in-depth discussion of the movie’s star, Tim Curry!
(0:00) Time Warping again! Rocky Horror facts and figures
(4:25) Nell's, the coolest bar in NYC
(6:00) More facts and figures!
(12:24) Erin's NJ Connection!
(13:10) Rocky Horror plot summary!
(18:29) Favorite song?
(19:51) Where does this rank among movie mu...
2023-10-2459 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 68 - Friday the 13thWe may have just missed the real one, but we are talking about Friday the 13th in today’s episode! After watching this 1980 indie slasher film, we talk about camp movies, the New Jersey setting, and what football team Jason probably supports. Tune in!
(0:00) Friday the 13th intro, facts, and figures!
(4:55) Erin's New Jersey Connection!
(10:44) Thoughts on Friday the 13th
(12:27) Friday the 13th Taglines
(13:26) Friday the 13th plot summary
(17:34) Comparison with other horror movies
(21:11) Mrs. Voorhees as a horror villain
(23:24) Favorite/least favorite as...
2023-10-1751 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 67 - The ShiningHeeeere’s Uncle Robbie! He’s our special guest this week, celebrating Halloween early with an episode on horror classic The Shining. We discuss our thoughts on this 1980 film, and are divided on whether we would take that caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel. Give it a listen!
(0:00) Guest intro - Uncle Robbie!
(1:27) Robbie's movie journey
(7:08) The Shining intro, facts, and figures!
(18:30) Erin's New Jersey Connection!
(20:41) The Shining plot summary
(25:23) The Shining's lost ending
(26:33) Favorite/least favorite aspect of the movie
(35:06) Favorite Nicholson movi...
2023-10-101h 30
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 66 - Freaky FridayYou’re it, you’re the ultimate, Babysitters’ Club! And today we are talking about the Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis classic Freaky Friday! We are dipping our toe into spooky season, but keeping it fun by lamenting the multiple Best Original Song snubs from this movie, and taking a detour to discuss the best celebrity feud of the mid-2000s!
(0:00) Freaky Friday intro, facts, and figures!
(6:03) Tom's NJ Connection!
(7:08) Freaky Friday plot summary
(14:35) Would Freaky Friday be scarier for us or the baby?
(15:54) Freaky Friday vs. Mean Girls
2023-10-0354 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 65 - TwilightYou’d better hang on tight, spider monkey. It’s the first week of fall, and we are easing our way into spooky season with 2008’s Twilight! In this episode, we are singing the movie’s praises, talking about other vampires in film, and mention the quote “my monkey man” at least a dozen times. Tune in!
(0:00) Twilight intro, facts, and figures!
(7:06) Kristen Stewart talk
(8:50) Robert Pattinson talk
(10:07) More Twilight facts and figures
(16:50) Erin's New Jersey-ish Connection!
(18:41) Twilight taglines
(19:54) Twilight plot summary
(25:19) James as antagonist
(28:15...
2023-09-261h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 64 - MatildaWe are back in the swing of things this school year, so let’s celebrate with Matilda, the 1996 Danny DeVito classic! We discuss Mara Wilson’s great performance, other kids’ books, and whether we could eat that whole chocolate cake. Listen in!
(0:00) Matilda intro, facts, and figures!
(10:37) Erin's New Jersey Connection
(12:27) Matilda plot summary
(16:33) What is Danny DeVito most known for?
(19:24) Movie adaptations of kids' books
(23:05) Matilda vs. Willy Wonka
(25:28) Send Me On My Way
(28:50) Your Miss Honey
(30:58) How would you use Matilda's powers...
2023-09-191h 00
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 63 - The Royal TenenbaumsOur second movie of September is the winner of the Wes Anderson poll—it’s The Royal Tenenbaums! We are talking about animal symbolism, ambiguous settings, and our favorite members of this cinematic family. Give it a listen!
(0:00) The Royal Tenenbaums intro, facts, and figures!
(20:50) The Royal Tenenbaums taglines
(21:21) The Royal Tenenbaums plot summary
(25:37) Erin's New Jersey Connection...?
(27:41) Thoughts on Wes Anderson movies?
(28:52) Any other Wes movies you want to see?
(32:32) Wes Anderson vs. Tim Burton
(33:55) Wes Anderson likes/dislikes
(36:39) Best perf...
2023-09-121h 06
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 62 - The NotebookLove is in the air as we cover the romance movie The Notebook this week! We discuss our favorite Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams roles, even though The Notebook might have missed the list. If you have ever wanted a deep dive into Nicholas Sparks movie adaptations, this is the episode for you!
(0:00) The Notebook intro, facts, and figures!
(14:02) The Notebook plot summary
(19:31) Is this a romantic movie?
(20:42) Would you have seen this on a first date?
(22:35) Best Rachel McAdams roles
(25:07) Best Ryan Gosling roles
(29:18...
2023-09-051h 02
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 61 - 21 Jump StreetIt’s almost back to school time, so for this week’s episode, we are covering an ultimate school movie: 21 Jump Street! This is a comedy classic for us, with us talking about college movies, Channing Tatum’s career, and much more.
(0:00) 21 Jump Street intro, facts, and figures!
(9:23) Erin's NEW JERSEY CONNECTION
(11:42) 21 Jump Street taglines
(12:38) Plot summary
(16:58) What other musicals could they have done?
(18:59) Best TV to movie adaptations
(22:45) Movies that remind you of college
(30:32) MVP of this movie
(33:21) 21 vs. 22 Jump Street...
2023-08-291h 08
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 60 - Point BreakSurf’s up in this week’s episode! Fans of Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze, aka everyone, tune in because we are discussing the crime cult classic Point Break. We are talking heist movies, what makes Swayze so great, “Dudes Rock” movies, and much more.
(0:00) Point Break intro, facts, and figures!
(11:24) Point Break plot summary
(18:55) What makes Swayze so great?
(21:05) Good Point Break remake?
(34:06) Robber foursomes
(38:17) Is Keanu a good actor?
(47:06) Action movie relationship chemistry
(53:42) Listener question! Point Break sequels
(58:57) Tom's notes and Point Break taglines!
(1:02:19) Tom's Top Five Trivia
(1:05:13) Point Break Live stage show!
(1:10:01) Roger Ebert review - 3.5 out of 4 sta...
2023-08-221h 15
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 59 - 12 Angry MenThe jury’s out on the innocence of the defendant in this movie, but when it comes to liking this movie, we are guilty as charged! We are discussing the 1957 classic 12 Angry Men, and we are talking all about these Old Hollywood actors, the iconic director Sidney Lumet, and so much more.
(0:00) 12 Angry Men intro, facts, and figures!
(15:46) Erin's New Jersey Connection!
(21:40) 12 Angry Men taglines!
(23:01) 12 Angry Men plot summary
(28:15) Thoughts on the movie?
(28:57) Which juror would you play?
(32:40) Juror #8....you sure about that??
(34:39) Fa...
2023-08-151h 09
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 58 - The MegShark Week may be over, but we are still watching Jaws-themed movies over here! This week is about 2018’s The Meg. This certainly was a movie! Give it a listen to get our review and our Mt. Rushmore of Megs!
(0:00) The Meg intro, facts, and figures!
(10:38) The Meg plot synopsis
(15:58) Sweetheart, Honey, Buddy, Boss?
(19:05) Movies with dialogue that doesn't sound real
(21:56) Make The Meg better with one change
(23:53) Did AI write The Meg?
(26:07) Favorite part or character
(27:40) Favorite underwater movies?
(30:13) Does th...
2023-08-081h 07
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 57 - GreaseOver here at Baby’s First Watchlist, Grease is the word. This week’s episode is all about this 1978 classic. We’ve got singing, banana split ordering, and a hot take on Sandy. Practice your hand jive and give us a listen!
Links referenced in the episode
1989 Oscars opening featuring Snow White: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mronRVvdmw&pp=ygULMTk4OSBvc2NhcnM%3D
1989 Oscars "Stars of Tomorrow" segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAQ9Taunh7w&pp=ygULMTk4OSBvc2NhcnM%3D
(0:00) Welcome to Grease!
(0:39) Grease facts and figures!
(16:04) Grea...
2023-08-011h 11
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 56 - BarbenheimerMovies are back, and so are we, with a little bit of a different episode. This week, we caught both Oppenheimer and Barbie, and wanted to document the Barbenheimer experience for you, Babysitters' Club! Enjoy, and snag some tickets for a movie or two this weekend.
(0:00) Intro to our Barbenheimer day!
(4:01) Oppenheimer facts and figures!
(14:10) Beginning of day/Oppy synopsis
(20:00) Oppy thoughts/Nolan ranking
(25:41) On the Inception and Sopranos endings?
(29:36) Recasting J. Robert Oppenheimer
(32:16) Oppy favorite and least favorite aspect
(40:07) Oscars for Oppy?
2023-07-251h 17
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 55 - JawsTo celebrate the return of Shark Tank later this month, we are covering the 1975 classic Jaws! We discuss kings Steven Spielberg and John Williams and also choose which ice cream flavor we would want after a near-miss attack. Can you think of a better way to spend a summer commute? Tune in!
(0:00) Jaws intro/hype!
(03:16) Jaws facts and figures!
(19:45) Plot summary
(26:26) Mrs. Brody is the worst!
(28:19) What ice cream would you get?
(31:15) Brody is the best!
(34:06) Settings as character
(37:19) Best small town movies
2023-07-181h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 54 - The SandlotNothing says July like fireworks, baseball, and getting chased by a giant dog? This week’s episode is about 1993’s The Sandlot, the sports movie with enough nostalgia to last for-ev-er. Give it a listen, friends!
(0:00) Intro/Welcome!
(1:08) The Sandlot facts and figures
(7:52) The Sandlot plot summary
(14:27) The Sandlot quick reaction
(15:49) Favorite carnival memories
(21:13) Summertime fun!
(23:32) When can our baby watch The Sandlot?
(25:30) Favorite Sandlot scene
(27:20) Is the nostalgic late '50s/early '60s a good setting?
(29:33) Movies/TV f...
2023-07-111h 03
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 53 - Independence DayIt’s Independence Day, which happens to also be the title of this week’s movie! We talk all about the dog that jumps through the explosion to safety, what we would do in the face of an alien invasion, and our favorite movie presidents. Give us a listen when you aren’t busy with your hot dogs and fireworks!
(00:00) - Welcome!
(00:53) - Independence Day facts and figures
(08:55) - Independence Day plot summary
(18:25) - Favorite and least favorite parts of the movie
(21:33) - What would you do if aliens invade...
2023-07-0459 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 52 - The BirdcageHappy summer, Babysitters’ Club! This episode, we cover 1996’s The Birdcage! This Robin Williams and Nathan Lane classic comedy gives us lots of opportunities to talk about our favorite character, favorite scene, and even our favorite soup. Give it a listen!
(00:00) - Welcome!
(01:27) - The Birdcage facts and figures
(09:51) - The Birdcage plot summary
(17:28) - Did Val go too far with this plan?
(19:53) - Who was the most annoying character?
(21:29) - Who was your favorite character?
(23:34) - Best Robin Williams role
(27:19) - What was...
2023-06-271h 05
Baby's First WatchlistVery Special Episode 4 - BFW 1st Birthday Bash!And now for something different: it’s the podcast’s one-year anniversary! We are doing a Q&A episode at Baby’s First Watchlist, answering questions from our listeners and each other. Tune in for Tom’s opinion on Disney influencers and Erin’s list of annoying things about herself! Give it a listen, friends!
Next week, we are covering 1996's THE BIRDCAGE! Directed by Mike Nichols and starring Robin Williams, Nathan Lane, and Gene Hackman, this film is available on Paramount+ and tubi!
(00:00) - Welcome!
(01:07) - Facts and figures from the past year!
...
2023-06-201h 21
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 51 - Field of DreamsHappy Father’s Day, Babysitters' Club! To celebrate Tom’s first Father’s Day, we are covering the Dad movie classic: Field of Dreams! This sports fantasy film was a lot different than we expected…and we talk all about it. Go have a catch with your kid and then tune in!
Next week is our one-year retrospective Q&A! We're excited! Come visit us on Instagram or e-mail us at babysfirstwatchlist@gmail.com to submit any questions or comments you may have - podcast-related or not!
(00:00) - Intro/This movie is super weird
(01:53...
2023-06-131h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 50 - The Greatest ShowmanOkay, maybe it’s not the GREATEST show, but we had a blast this episode. For our 50th movie episode, we talked all about The Greatest Showman! The 2017 musical is filled with terrible dialogue and way better songs, so you know we are singing every single one!
(00:00) - Intro/Erin's foot lives!
(03:42) - The Greatest Showman facts, figures, background
(17:01) - Plot summary
(30:51) - Barnum is annoying
(33:45) - Best and worst songs
(37:40) - Showman on Broadway necessities
(40:18) - Favorite character
(42:38) - Why does every mo...
2023-06-061h 06
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 49 - Miss CongenialityToday is a rare episode: Tom and Erin disagree on the merits of this week’s movie. It’s 2000’s Miss Congeniality! Tune in to reminisce about the Sandra Bullock classic, and stick around to hear our important opinions on the perfect date.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 20:43
Next week is our 50th episode and we revisit a guilty pleasure, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN (2017), available on Disney+!
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2023-05-301h 00
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 48 - Boyz n the HoodAnother week means another episode of BFW! Today we are talking about 1991’s Boyz n the Hood. Erin and Tom both sing the praises of this John Singleton film, but disagree on the biggest star on the screen. Give it a listen and tell us your favorite Los Angeles movie!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 23:33
Next week we return to the land of the rom-com with MISS CONGENIALITY (2000), which is available on Prime!
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2023-05-231h 18
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 47 - Mamma Mia! (Mother's Day Special w/Grandma Irene)Here we go again! Today’s episode, BFW’s Mother’s Day special, covers the movie musical Mamma Mia! There’s lots of bad singing, Eurovision love, talk of good and bad movie moms, and it’s the debut of Grandma Irene! Take a chance on us, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 16:30
Next week we stick with a similar tone as we explore John Singleton's classic, BOYZ N THE HOOD (1991)! It is available to stream on STARZ!
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2023-05-161h 03
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 46 - VertigoWelcome classic movie fans! Today’s episode is all about 1958’s Vertigo, and Baby’s First Watchlist is talking about Hitchcock and getting a little analytical. Tune in and you’ll even get a review of their Amtrak trip all the way to San Francisco!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 35:00
Next week it's our Mother's Day special! Erin's mom is joining us for MAMMA MIA! (2008) and it's going to be can't-miss! The movie is available to stream on Prime Video!
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2023-05-091h 28
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 45 - M3GANM3GAN fans everywhere (aka everyone): rejoice! We are covering the new horror sci-fi hit on this episode of BFW! Come for the dancing doll, stay for the Furby, Baby Born, and Peyton Manning(?) talk. And of course, we break down that TikTok dance. It’s a fun one, Babysitters’ Club!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 25:04
Next week we are checking out another film considered one of the greatest of all-time: VERTIGO (1958)! The Alfred Hitchcock classic is available to rent on Prime!
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2023-05-021h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 44 - The Breakfast ClubBabysitters’ Club, meet The Breakfast Club. Today’s episode is all about the 1985 teen classic, the winner of the poorly named Molly Ringwald-Off. Don’t you forget to tune in, we even talk about silent lunches and middle school snack meals!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 19:47
Next week we are checking out our most recent BFW entry yet: M3GAN (2023)! It's available on Peacock if you'd like to catch it before next week!
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2023-04-251h 28
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 43 - Who Framed Roger RabbitDo you like animation? Do you not like animation? Well we have you covered with this week’s movie either way: it’s 1988’s Who Framed Roger Rabbit. We skip all the technical stuff and ask the important questions, like which cartoon characters we wouldn’t invite to hang out with us. Toon in (get it?).
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 26:45
Next week we are taking a spring break! Head over to our Instagram @babysfirstwatchlist next Tuesday at 12 PM EST to vote between SIXTEEN CANDLES (1984), THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985), and PRETTY IN PINK (1986)!
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2023-04-111h 11
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 42 - Do the Right ThingBaby’s First Watchlist is kicking off '80s month with an absolute classic: It’s Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing! We are talking about our favorite scenes, favorite albums, and favorite movies from 1989. Give it a listen and stick around for that Ebert review!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 24:18
Next week's movie, WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT? (1988), is available on Disney+!
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2023-04-041h 27
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 41 - Pitch PerfectOkay Aca-people, whether you are musical or just a music appreciator, take a listen to today’s episode on the 2012 comedy Pitch Perfect! We talk about our favorite Barden Bella, the best musical number, and our ideal competition set list. Tune in!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 29:56
Next week's movie, DO THE RIGHT THING (1989), is available on Prime!
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2023-03-281h 11
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 40 - All About EveOscar seekers, rejoice! Today’s episode is All About Eve, and it’s all about how much we like old movies! Bette Davis, Marilyn Monroe, and a bunch of actors we just met…we’re discussing ‘em. Buckle your seatbelts and give it a listen!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 23:24
Next week's movie, PITCH PERFECT (2012), is available on Prime!
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2023-03-211h 27
Baby's First WatchlistVery Special Episode 3 - 95th Oscars Recap (w/Uncle Nick P.)It’s our third Very Special Episode! Uncle Nick P. returns once more to break down the results of the 95th Academy Awards. From the very first mention of Pinocchio to the Best Picture award capping a 7-win night for Everything Everywhere All at Once, check out what we thought!
Next week's movie, ALL ABOUT EVE (1950) is available on AppleTV!
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2023-03-151h 30
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 39 - Beauty and the Beast (1991)In this episode we cover a tale as old as time, 1991’s Beauty and the Beast! This classic has it all: great songs, beautiful animation, and a blessedly short runtime. Come for the lesson on eras in Disney animation, stay for the five thousand baby noises!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 16:36
Our 95th Academy Awards recap drops tomorrow! After that, next week's movie, ALL ABOUT EVE (1950), is available on AppleTV!
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2023-03-141h 02
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 38 - Life Itself: The Roger Ebert DocumentaryWe are giving two thumbs up to Life Itself, the subject of this week’s episode! Erin and Tom spend it singing the praises of subject Roger Ebert, but also get way off topic discussing movie snacks and Oscars opinions. Give this one a try: it’s fine you didn’t see the doc!
"PLOT" SUMMARY ENDS AT 13:56
Next week's movie, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991) is available on Disney+!
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2023-03-071h 25
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 37 - Road HousePain don’t hurt, and neither does watching Road House! Erin and Tom watched this 1989 classic action film and had too much fun recasting it with Muppets and praising Patrick Swayze. Give it a listen!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 33:24
Next week's movie, LIFE ITSELF (2014), is available on kanopy, Plex, Pluto TV, and tubi!
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2023-02-281h 35
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 36 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone MEGASODE (w/Uncle Alex!)Hogwarts fans, rejoice! In this jam-packed super episode, we are covering the 2001 fantasy film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! Whether you have always dreamed of winning the Quidditch cup or couldn’t name the difference between Quirrell or a Quaffle, special guest Uncle Alex is here to talk about it all!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 28:39
Next week's movie, ROAD HOUSE (1989), is available on Netflix!
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2023-02-211h 58
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 35 - High School Musical (w/Aunt Kaley!)We're all in this together, and this time, it includes Aunt Kaley! Erin's sister is in the house to discuss High School Musical, including Zac Efron's best roles, the best HSM songs, and overrated DCOMs. Tune in, Wildcats! PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 16:01 Next week's movie, HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE (2001), is available on Peacock! Find us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babysfirstwatchlist/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babysfirstwatchlist/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@babysfirstwatchlist/
2023-02-141h 16
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 34 - Step BrothersWhile you’re waiting for the Catalina Wine Mixer, take a listen to our episode on 2008’s Step Brothers! We’re ranking Adam McKay movies, singing the praises of John C. Reilly, and reciting our favorite lines. Did we just become your podcast for today’s commute? Yup!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 19:55
Next week's movie, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (2006), is available on Disney+!
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2023-02-071h 24
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 33 - Knives OutThe knives aren’t out here at BFW headquarters, but the opinions sure are! In this week’s episode, we talk all about this 2019 fan favorite. Come for the Christopher Plummer fangirling, stay for the reality star recast. Listen in, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 17:25
Next week's movie, STEP BROTHERS (2008), is available on Peacock!
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2023-01-311h 25
Baby's First WatchlistVery Special Episode 2 - 95th Oscar Nominations Special! (w/Uncle Nick P.)We have a Very Special Episode for you with our very first repeat guest! Uncle Nick P. returns and we play a prediction game! How many of the Oscar nominations did we get correct? Why did Tom predict Tom Hanks would get a nomination for Elvis? Will the baby ever stop making noise? Tune in and find out!
Next week's movie, KNIVES OUT (2019), is available on TBS, TNT, and truTV!
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2023-01-251h 39
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 32 - Spirited AwayBabies, spirits, and dragons…oh my! We are talking all things Spirited Away! This 2001 animated classic is profound and gorgeous, just like our coverage. Tune in to find out which spirit would make the best influencer and how Vine compilations (RIP) fit into the equation.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 25:25
Stay tuned TOMORROW for our Oscar nominations reaction episode! And next week's movie, KNIVES OUT (2019), is available on TBS, TNT, and truTV!
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2023-01-241h 18
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 31 - Grizzly ManFresh off of a COVID hiatus, it’s BFW’s first documentary! We are covering Werner Herzog’s excellent Grizzly Man, which tells the life and death of bear lover Timothy Treadwell. We talk about bear Wikipedia, boogie boards, and the must have components of mint chocolate chip ice cream. Give us a listen!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 17:40
Next week's movie, SPIRITED AWAY (2001), is available on HBO Max!
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2023-01-171h 14
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 30 - AvatarEven though we’re in a new year, some things stay the same: James Cameron movies continue to make billions. Join us for 2009’s Avatar as we incredulously try to figure out how and why it is the highest grossing film of all time and we share our conspiracy theories about Stanford University and Bratz dolls!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 25:55
Next week's movie, GRIZZLY MAN (2005), is available on kanopy, freevee, tubi, and Plex!
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2023-01-031h 13
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 29 - When Harry Met SallyRomance, witty exchanges, and extremely specific orders abound in today’s movie: 1989’s When Harry Met Sally! Tom and Erin talk all about this Rob Reiner classic, especially its charming stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal. Come celebrate the New Year with us! PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 17:38
Next week's movie, AVATAR (2009), is available on Disney+!
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2022-12-271h 04
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 28 - National Lampoon's Christmas VacationWe have our second Very Special Episode with special guest Grandpa Phil! National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is in his Holy Trinity of holiday movies, so listen in to find out his other two, and stick around for what may be our jolliest episode yet!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 13:58
Next week's movie, WHEN HARRY MET SALLY (1989), is available on HBO Max and Netflix!
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2022-12-201h 25
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 27 - Eight Crazy NightsNo technical fouls here! We are talking all things Eight Crazy Nights here, even if it deserved its 12% on Rotten Tomatoes. Come join us for this animated Adam Sandler holiday…classic? You don't have to watch it, we promise.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 20:15
Next week's movie, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION (1989), is available on HBO Max and fubo!
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2022-12-131h 14
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 26 - Falling for ChristmasFor our first holiday themed movie, we are covering 2022’s Falling for Christmas! Touted as the Lindsay Lohan comeback film, Erin and Tom have lots to discuss, including a conspiracy theory about the sweet grandma and their favorite hit songs from random celebrities. Tune in, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 17:18
Next week's movie, EIGHT CRAZY NIGHTS (2002), is available on Showtime and fubo!
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2022-12-0656 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 25 - Waiting to ExhaleMove aside, Glass Onion: if you are looking for movies with great casts, this is it! We are talking 1995’s Waiting to Exhale. Come for Angela Bassett firebombing her ex-husband’s car, stay for an examination of Forest Whitaker’s super interesting directorial efforts. It’s also our first attempt at video, so find us on YouTube and our clips on TikTok!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 29:15
Next week's movie, FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS (2022), starring Lindsay Lohan, is available on Netflix!
2022-11-291h 10
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 24 - Planes, Trains and AutomobilesOur movie title this week is big on nouns, and the movie itself is even bigger on laughs: it’s 1987’s Planes, Trains, and Automobiles! Tune in to see if you agree with our favorite John Hughes movie, and wait until the end to find out how we connect Kevin Bacon to Kermit the Frog. Happy Thanksgiving!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 15:20
Next week's movie, WAITING TO EXHALE (1995), is available on HBO Max!
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2022-11-221h 13
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 23 - Training DayIf you are listening to us while heading to or from work, I hope you have a much better work day than this: we are discussing 2001’s Training Day. We are talking all things Denzel, Ethan Hawke, and single day set movies. We also somehow ended up talking about Will Ferrell if that's your thing. Have a listen, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 23:55
Next week's movie, PLANES, TRAINS, AND AUTOMOBILES (1987), is available on Paramount+ and Pluto TV!
2022-11-151h 23
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 22 - Charlie Brown Fall Spectacular!Today’s episode is the ultimate transition from spooky season to mashed potatoes season. We have our Charlie Brown spectacular! First we are talking It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, followed by A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving! Grab your best friends and your buttered toast and give us a listen!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 19:03
Next week's movie, TRAINING DAY (2001), is available on HBO Max!
2022-11-081h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 21 - Halloween (1978)We have reached the end of spooky season, but as a not-so-scary surprise, we are releasing our last October episode a day early. It's John Carpenter's horror classic, Halloween! In this episode, we talk all things Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Myers, and Teresa Guidice (?). Tune in, Babysitter's Club!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 23:41
Next week's viewings, IT'S THE GREAT PUMPKIN, CHARLIE BROWN (1966) and A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING (1973), are available on Apple TV+!
2022-10-311h 19
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 20 - BeetlejuiceJoin us this week for our discussion of the Ghost with the Most! That's right, we are talking all things Beetlejuice. This Tim Burton classic is the winner of our voter poll, and is the perfect creepy but not scary movie for an October night in! Have a listen and then put on some Harry Belafonte!
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Next week's movie, HALLOWEEN (1978), is available on Shudder, AMC+, and fubo!
2022-10-251h 15
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 19 - A Nightmare on Elm StreetThough making this podcast is a dream, we spent this episode discussing a nightmare. We talked about Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street, giving flowers to star Heather Langenkamp! Tom also argues for Freddy as the #1 horror villain of all time! Tune in, Babysitter's Club!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 21:43
Next week's movie, BEETLEJUICE (1988), is available on HBOMax!
2022-10-181h 27
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 18 - Shaun of the DeadSpooky season is here, and so are the laughs! This week, Baby’s First Watchlist covers Shaun of the Dead, a mid-2000s classic filled with zombies, British accents, and hog lumps (??). Join us in our bunker at your local Mattress Firm and listen in, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 20:27
Next week's movie, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984), is available on HBO Max!
2022-10-111h 17
Baby's First WatchlistVery Special Episode 1 - Let's Play a Game! (w/Uncle Nick P.)It’s our first very special episode! Uncle Nick stopped by with lots of movie questions that will have the Babysitter’s Club buzzing. We also spend an inordinate amount of time playing what may be the most fun movie game of all time. Thanks, Uncle Nick!
2022-10-071h 07
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 17 - ScreamDo you like scary movies? We do (sometimes). Whether you are a fan of the frightening or not, tune into our episode on Wes Craven’s Scream! Your hosts are obsessed with this horror comedy, so tag along for the conversation as our Halloween movie spectacular begins.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 26:15
Next week's movie, SHAUN OF THE DEAD (2004), is available on Peacock, USA, and fubo!
2022-10-041h 27
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 16 - ShrekAlright all stars, it’s time for what is possibly the most meme-y movie of all time: 2001’s Shrek! This Academy Award winner contains as many layers as an onion and a parfait combined. Join us as we discuss all things Duloc, including a dragon-sized amount of movie trivia!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 26:28 (But c'mon, you know this movie. You've seen Shrek. Listen to the plot summary. It's 2022, there aren't Shrek spoilers anymore.)
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, SCREAM (1996), is available on Showtime until 9/30 and then it moves to Paramount+ starting 10/3!
2022-09-271h 15
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 15 - Billy MadisonAs the world is going back to school, back to school, we are talking all things Sandler, analyzing his first starring role. It’s Billy Madison, friends! We’re talking school memories, '90s fashion, and women directors, weirdly enough. Listen today, junior!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 21:34
Next week's movie, SHREK (2001), is available on Peacock, fubo, and USA!
2022-09-201h 19
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 14 - Legally BlondeOkay Delta Nu sisters, it’s your time to shine! This week, we are discussing the Reese Witherspoon showcase, Legally Blonde! Tom discusses the authenticity of the law school experience while Erin showers praise on queen Jennifer Coolidge. Tune in, friends!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 20:10
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, BILLY MADISON (1995), is available on Peacock, USA, and Sling!
2022-09-131h 10
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 13 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate FactoryIf you are a member of the Wilder for Gene fan club, the wait is over! This week, we are covering Gene Wilder’s most iconic role: 1971’s Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Come for the Grandpa Joe love, and stay for the push for Oompa Loompa unionization. We love this cult classic!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 27:14
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, LEGALLY BLONDE (2001), is available on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, and Showtime!
2022-09-061h 24
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 12 - Top GunThe screenplay to Top Gun truly took our breath away, listeners. You can decide if that’s a good thing or not. Don’t lose that loving feeling though—tune in to see who we are kissing, marrying, and killing in this film. It’s the highway to the Danger Zone, people!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 16:38
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (1971), is available on HBO MAX!
2022-08-301h 12
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 11 - MiseryEveryone has a favorite Stephen King movie, and Misery might be ours. James Caan, Kathy Bates, a hobbling scene, and a liberal use of the nickname “Mr. Man”…what else could anyone want in a movie? Travel to the Wilkes Farm with us, Babysitter’s Club!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 20:05
Next week's movie, TOP GUN (1986), is available on Prime Video and Paramount+!
2022-08-231h 02
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 10 - CarsYou know what they say: Life is a highway. Spend some of that commute time with Erin and Tom as they cover the popular Pixar movie Cars. You will learn more about Larry the Cable Guy than you ever wanted to know.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 19:58.
STREAMING GUIDE: Our next movie, MISERY (1990), is available on MAXGO, Shudder, and AMC+!
2022-08-161h 14
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 9 - My Big Fat Greek WeddingPut your finishing touches on your bundt cake flower pot—Erin and Tom are talking about My Big Fat Greek Wedding! This movie broke records in the early 2000s, and your hosts are breaking down everything they love about actress Lainie Kazan. Listen along and let us know how you feel about this romantic comedy! Rate us five stars and follow on Instagram @babysfirstwatchlist and Twitter @babyswatchlist!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 16:03
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, CARS (2006) is available on Disney+!
2022-08-0959 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 8 - Mean GirlsYou voted for it—this week is all about our first Instagram poll winner, Mean Girls! Grab your best pink outfit and listen in as Erin and Tom pick their favorite line from this truly iconic screenplay. Whether you are a Regina or a Janis, it’s bound to be fetch. Don't forget to subscribe and rate us five stars!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 24:06
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's movie, MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING (2002), is available on HBOMax and MAXGO!
2022-08-021h 17Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 7 - GladiatorErin and Tom take on their very first Best Picture winner for the podcast - Ridley Scott's Gladiator! But as always, the hosts consistently veer off topic: there's talk about what brands Maximus would represent if he were alive today, more Masked Singer talk, Erin talks about her three least favorite movie settings, and the hosts rank their favorite Dad Movies! As always, BFW is all over the place. But it's a ton of fun.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 09:51
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's episode will either be 2004's MEAN...
2022-07-241h 06Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 6 - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-VerseIt’s no secret that your Baby’s First Watchlist hosts will be watching lots of cartoons over the next few years. Why not get a head start with Academy Award winning Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse? This episode includes a disagreement from our hosts on the best Spider-Man in the movie, followed by an impromptu meeting of the Nicolas Cage fan club. It’s a fun one!
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 23:50
STREAMING GUIDE: Next week's episode will either be 2004's MEAN GIRLS - time pending - which is available on Net...
2022-07-171h 12Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 5 - Easy ABaby’s First Watchlist covers Easy A, the first time the hosts are covering a movie that was released when they actually knew each other! After a brief mention of the horrors of late pregnancy, Tom and Erin jump right into the incredible casting of this 2010 classic, evaluate the old literature to teen movie pipeline, and discuss Grease: You’re the One That I Want winner Max Crumm. Don’t ask, just listen.
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 15:01
STREAMING GUIDE: To help choose our next movie, head over to @babysfirstwatchlist on Instagram and vote in our poll whi...
2022-07-1057 min
Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 4 - The Secret of KellsIn this episode of Baby’s First Watchlist, Erin and Tom are discussing 2009’s The Secret of Kells. Haven’t seen or heard of this Irish animated film before? No problem! Tune in to learn why you should check out this Oscar nominee, and stick around to hear Erin’s rendition of “Danny Boy,” Tom’s always excellent plot summaries, and a winding, confusing discussion on former U.S. vice presidential nominee Jack Kemp (???).
PLOT SUMMARY ENDS AT 18:35.
OTHER NONSENSE: Here's the tweet about Paddington 4 that was referenced: https://twitter.com/ElsieKFisher/status/1533671034301325312?s=20&t=0SzbPTCgZW8iQdx...
2022-07-0353 minBaby's First WatchlistEpisode 3 - Pan's LabyrinthIn a major vibe switch, Erin and Tom discuss Guillermo del Toro’s dark fantasy masterpiece, 2006’s Pan’s Labyrinth. This episode has it all: symbolism analysis, a discussion on what food would tempt us in the underworld, and even a shout-out to former Alabama senator Doug Jones. Will this one make it onto Baby’s First Watchlist? Tune in and find out!
STREAMING GUIDE: Our next movie, The Secret of Kells, is available on Kanopy, which you have access to if you have a library subscription! We hope you will watch before next week because it's a good I...
2022-06-261h 03Baby's First WatchlistEpisode 2 - School of RockWith a significantly improved audio setup this time, Tom and Erin are back to talk about one of their favorite movies ever - Richard Linklater's 2003 classic, School of Rock, starring Jack Black, Joan Cusack, and Mike White. This includes a plot summary as well as some questions and discussion points, including which of the characters was most relatable, and Erin makes up an ideal fake band made of all famous actors and actresses.
Music by Musictown from Pixabay
2022-06-1954 minBaby's First WatchlistEpisode 1 - Toy StoryErin and Tom welcome you to Baby's First Watchlist, a podcast where they will pick a movie, discuss it, and determine whether they will recommend it to their future son! These uncultured swine take their first shot at Pixar's 1995 animated classic Toy Story, starring Tom Hanks and Tim Allen.
DISCLAIMER: This episode was a test episode recorded on extremely basic audio equipment. We did as best we could to fix the audio but it still doesn't sound great. If it's too much for you, check out our second episode instead! It's much better in terms of audio...
2022-06-1944 min
Enfrentando Mi WatchlistEMW #010 - ROSEMARY'S BABYCarlos y Francisco hablan de Rosemary's Baby (Polanski, 1968), elegida en la seccion de nuestro Watchlist, hablamos de horror, la estetica de peliculas antiguas, y por ultimo preparamos el sorteo de las proximas cinco peliculas a ver del proximo set.
2021-04-1533 min