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We Are Not AmusedFarewell, Friends!That's it for We Are Not Amused! Enjoy these crazy bloopers from over the years, and thanks for listening. 2024-12-221h 05

We Are Not AmusedTea TimeTressa and Taylor are hands-on this week with an episode all about creating their very own afternoon tea! Grab a cuppa and listen to them review their homemade finger sammies, sweets, and a 22-year old Assam tea. 2024-12-0843 min

We Are Not AmusedHer Face Was Not QuietJoin Tressa and Taylor for part two of their Ireland trips. Join us as we talk about our different thoughts on the Cliffs of Moher, the illness that plagued Tressa at the end of her trip, and the story behind a few popular phrases. Sláinte!2024-11-2455 min

We Are Not AmusedWe Know It's Not The UKJoin Tressa and Taylor as they discuss their different trips to Ireland - Taylor's first trip in 2013, again in 2019, and Tressa's in 2024. We're talking stupid 19 year old kids, tea trolleys, how you can never sleep in if you're with a tour group, and the world's oldest pub. 2024-11-1058 min

We Are Not AmusedArsenic and Old LaceThis week, we're watching the 1944 film "Arsenic and Old Lace" starring Bristol-born Cary Grant! Grab a glass of wine (ideally sans-poison) and listen to our review of this classic movie. 2024-10-2757 min

We Are Not AmusedThey’re Just Not The SameThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is live! This week, Tressa and Taylor watch and compare “Ghost” starring Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg and “Truly, Madly, Deeply” starring Alan Rickman, Juliet Stevenson, and Michael Maloney. Do these two movies actually have a similar story? Are there any comparisons that can be made? Tune in to discover the truth!2024-10-131h 04

We Are Not AmusedTeeny Tiny Little Baby Thread of a Tie (to the UK)This week's episode (as the title suggests) is very, very loosely related to the UK. Tressa went full-midwesterner on this one—sorry, y'all! Saddle up for the story of Tom Bass, one of the greatest horseman of all time, who once declined an invitation to England by Queen Victoria herself (yep, that's the whole UK tie-in). 2024-09-2944 min

We Are Not AmusedSpace BabiesSpace babies are here! Get ready to dive into this crazy episode of Doctor Who where Tressa and Taylor discuss the new doctor and companion, creepy CGI baby mouths, and bogeys.2024-09-151h 04

We Are Not AmusedNot Quite Rags to RichesToday's episode tells the story of Bess of Hardwick, one of the richest women in English history! Be forewarned, there are a lot of child brides in this story (including Bess herself), enough that Tressa cringed even the second time around while editing the episode. 2024-09-0248 min

We Are Not AmusedTwo Little OlivesHappy birthday King Charles! Or maybe not…? Join Tressa and Taylor as we discuss the King Charles’ Birthday Tea Time with ESU event, including, but not limited to, discussing why this tea took place in August, if jam or cream should go on a scone first, and how we got carded at an afternoon tea. Also, please enjoy this unedited, slightly unhinged episode!2024-08-1847 min

We Are Not AmusedSpoiled Til Salt Won't Save HimJoin us for our final episode about The Secret Garden! Today we're comparing the second half of the book to the musical and 1993 film adaptation. (Not a surprising spoiler...the book is our favorite version of the story, except that ending. Justice for Mary!!)2024-08-041h 04

We Are Not AmusedSoot or Suit? “Stay there in the garden, where love grows free and wild. Come to my garden. Come, sweet child.” While these lyrics are technically from The Secret Garden Musical, they feel quite fitting as we once again discuss The Secret Garden; however, this time we’re taking it back to the thing that started it all - the book by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Join us as we compare the book, the musical, and the movie, discuss some key characters who we meet for the first time, and learn once again that pronunciations are difficult for Taylor.2024-07-2147 min

We Are Not AmusedBen? Dickon? Colin? Dangit!Into the garden we go...again! This time around, we're reviewing the 1993 movie adaptation of The Secret Garden. Tune in to hear us discuss the differences between the film and the musical, some strange casting decisions, and a super weird child-cousin romance. 2024-07-071h 02

We Are Not AmusedCome Spirit, Come CharmThis week on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor talk about The Secret Garden musical presented by The Barn Players. Join us as we briefly discuss the plot, talk about the real stars - the kids, and find Harry Potter references, because obviously. Come join us in the garden! 2024-06-2356 min

We Are Not AmusedNelson Atkins MuseumJoin us as we take you through our visit to the Nelson Atkins Museum in Kansas City to see their miniature portraits collection (and some bonus exhibits). This episode is a prime example of what happens when we try to record while being super sleep deprived, having a cat that high on catnip, and having obnoxious upstairs neighbors. Enjoy! 🤪2024-06-0944 min

We Are Not AmusedDelightfully DottyToday on We Are Not Amused, we are reviewing the "delightfully dotty" film Murder She Said (1961) based on the novel by Agatha Christie. Turns out the author was quite unamused with this adaptation of her story—tune in to see if we agreed with her or not! 2024-05-261h 03

We Are Not AmusedDame MTRThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! Join Tressa and Taylor as they discuss Dame Margaret Rutherford, how she started her acting career, the relationship she had with a famous author, and the surprise true crime childhood she endured.2024-05-1239 min

We Are Not AmusedMary & HarryToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa finally gets to take a break after her two-parter teaching us all about Aleister Crowley. Join Tressa as Taylor discusses Mary Timney and Henry “Harry” Burnett, the last woman publicly executed and the last man executed in Scotland, respectively. Listen along as Taylor talks about the trials, the crimes, and the crazy 100-year timeframe that connects these two.2024-04-2842 min

We Are Not AmusedAfter RoseIf you thought our last episode had some wild moments, you just wait until you've heard this week's episode! Part 2 of Aleister Crowley's life is where it really gets crazy. Tune in for more traveling, love affairs, and sex magic, but also (unfortunately) some Nazis and child abuse. (Told you.) *Trigger warning: SA*2024-04-1458 min

We Are Not AmusedBefore and During RoseThis week on We Are Not Amused, we present another multipart story! Join Taylor as Tressa talks about the beginning life of Aleister Crowley, the different mountains he climbed, his relationship with Rose Edith Kelly, and all the traveling this man did. 2024-03-3146 min

We Are Not AmusedThe End of It AllTune in for our final episode on The Beatles doc Get Back where the band comes together despite their struggles to give their final iconic rooftop performance.2024-03-171h 06

We Are Not AmusedThe 'Drama' of It AllPart two of the “Get Back” documentary is now live! Join Tressa and Taylor as they discuss the move to Apple Studios, if Yoko is having an impact on The Beatles, and how the band is getting all the pieces into place for their ultimate goal - a live performance. 2024-03-0351 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Brian of It AllThis week on We Are Not Amused, we're discussing the first part of the Get Back documentary series about The Beatles. Listen in as we marvel at the talent and ambition of the group and reminisce about our first Beatles series!2024-02-181h 04

We Are Not AmusedThe Cursed EpisodeHappy 2024 everybody! We Are Not Amused is back with a new episode and boy is it a doozy! On this week's episode, Tressa and Taylor dive into “The Cursed Child” screenplay by Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, and J.K. Rowling. Join us as we list out the 2-4 characters we enjoyed, delve into the complexity of time travel, and debate if this story should even exist. Dry January is now over, so trust us when we say, you should definitely grab your alcoholic beverage of choice and join us on this ridiculous ride.2024-02-041h 19

We Are Not AmusedWhat Was The Question?It’s our last episode of 2023! We’re ending the year with something a little different. Today’s episode tests our knowledge of past podcast topics with a few special guests. Fair warning: alcohol was consumed during this recording (and you’ll be able to tell by our silliness 😂)2023-12-2450 min

We Are Not AmusedA Christmas TeaJoin us this week for our review of a delightful Christmas-themed afternoon tea we attended recently, hosted by Anna Marie’s Teas in Liberty, MO.2023-12-1043 min

We Are Not AmusedSabotageThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! On this week's episode, Tressa and Taylor discuss Alfred Hitchcock's 1936 film, "Sabotage." Join us as we summarize the shortest film of Hitchcock's we could find and the bold choices he made. Also enjoy hearing Taylor make obvious connections from the film in real time. 2023-11-261h 00

We Are Not AmusedKC Ren Fest 2k23This week, we're taking you back to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival! Join us as we visit a few familiar haunts, discover some new adventures, and drink something besides tea while we record (gasp!)2023-11-121h 10

We Are Not AmusedIt's Like You're SneezingThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! On this week’s episode, Taylor discusses King Edward II and all the drama that surrounded him. Join us as we dive into the reign of King Edward II, what the world saw as his failures, and who the true love of his life was. Oh, and of course all the mispronunciations.2023-10-2954 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Victorian ExplosionThis week, we're discussing the period of British history known as The Victorian Explosion when dog breeding became the newest fashion. Tune in to learn all about how many of the dog breeds we know and love today came to be!2023-10-1549 min

We Are Not AmusedNot The ClaviclePart two discussion about the BBC Jane Eyre miniseries is live! Join Tressa and Taylor as they review the last two episodes (or one according to Hulu) of Jane Eyre starring Ruth Wilson and Toby Stephens. Listen along as we mention some steamy moments, talk about a rock, and actually get to meet the cousins!2023-10-011h 20

We Are Not AmusedEven MORE Jane Eyre!This week, we're back with ANOTHER episode about (you guessed it) Jane Eyre! This time, we're reviewing the first 2 episodes of the 2006 BBC miniseries. Tune in to hear us discuss an adaptation that we might actually like?! (But, of course, there's always part 2...)2023-09-171h 04

We Are Not AmusedTalk To The AnimalsThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! This week, Tressa and Taylor discuss the world premiere of theatre for young audiences version of Doctor Dolittle presented by The Coterie Theatre! Join us as we go through all the songs, discuss costumes and set design, and somehow bring up good old Jane Eyre again. If you'd like to make this episode even more entertaining, grab an adult beverage and take a drink every time one of us says "this is a kid's show" or any variation of that. Enjoy!!!2023-09-0351 min

We Are Not AmusedWell...At Least We Enjoyed Our TeaThis week on We Are Not Amused, we're reviewing the 1943 film adaptation of Jane Eyre starring Orson Welles and Joan Fontaine. Join us as we talk about the many "choices" made by the filmmakers and how we can't figure out what to rate the film (for once!). As a bonus, you'll get to listen to Taylor recite an entire scene from the film herself.2023-08-201h 04

We Are Not AmusedHe Needed To Learn Today on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss Charlotte Brontë’s 1847 “Jane Eyre.” Enjoy as we make a few comparisons to our old favorite, “Middlemarch,” figure out how to properly pronounce St. John, talk about the twists and turns, and discuss our overall feelings about this classic. Make your favorite cuppa and join us as we discuss “Jane Eyre” with special appearances from Miso, the upstairs neighbor, the delivery person, and sirens. 2023-08-061h 04

We Are Not AmusedCow Covers, Fly Slips, and Silly PointsTressa and Taylor dive into uncharted territory this week—SPORTS! Join us as we explore the history of cricket (a quintessential English sport), try to understand "laws" of the game, and incorporate one too many American sports into the discussion just to keep things extra confusing. 2023-07-2358 min

We Are Not AmusedDark Chocolate > Milk ChocolateWelcome back to another Brits taste test episode! This week, Tressa and Taylor try a variety of foods, from microwave Indian food, to oddly flavored crisps, to instant custard. Join us as we discuss what we liked, what we didn't like, how these foods compared to our last Brits episode, and mention more than once how dark chocolate is greater than milk chocolate!2023-07-0938 min

We Are Not AmusedCome On, Dovah!!!This week on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss their (very different) opinions on the 1964 film My Fair Lady. Don your fanciest hat and join us as we review the storyline, music, characters, and (something we both could agree on) the amazing costumes! P.S. Apologies for the occasional background noise. We're not sure what it was, but we've decided to blame the AC. Yay, summertime! 2023-06-251h 05

We Are Not AmusedStatistician, Spiegelhalter, SuspiciousToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor once again dive into the topic of true crime. Join us as we discuss Joseph Kappen and Harold Shipman, how science played a part in their murders, and, surprisingly, a lot of statistics. Grab a cup of tea and get ready to be transported back to AP Stats as we discuss these two serial killers. 2023-06-1155 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Lennon Wall (aka a very brief history of communism in Czechia)Today on We Are Not Amused, we're bringing you a brief history of communism in Czechia...as told via The Lennon Wall. We visited this landmark during our travels in Europe and found that it has quite a history behind it, so we wanted to share it with you! Join us as we dive into the history of the wall itself, communism in Czechia, and try to figure out exactly where the Order of Malta falls into all of this. 2023-05-2851 min

We Are Not AmusedMuch Ado About Tennant, Tate, Thompson, and BranaghThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! Join Tressa and Taylor as they once again discuss “Much Ado About Nothing,” but this time a film adaptation and a stage adaptation. Enjoy as we compare and contrast these two different mediums of the same text, discuss the multiple future Harry Potter characters, spend a fair amount of time relaying the infamous paint scene, and, oddly, talk about “Beetlejuice” for a bit too long. Also, if you hear water running in the background, apologies for that, but the cats must have water. 2023-05-141h 09

We Are Not Amused(Truly) Much Ado About NothingOn this week's episode of We Are Not Amused, we're discussing the classic Shakespeare play "Much Ado About Nothing"! Join us as we struggle to remember character names, keep track of who is and isn't "in" on all the various schemes, and figure out how Dogberry is the "comic relief" in what is supposedly already a "comedy." P.S. Please excuse our lack of an intro for this episode—we're gonna go ahead and blame it on everyone's favorite villian "Technical Difficulties."2023-04-301h 06

We Are Not AmusedEverybody Knows EverybodyToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss two Queens, one Princess, and a Countess, all from Scotland. Join us as we review these royal ladies’ history, attempt to keep track of all the people (why do they all have the same name?!), and spend way too much time figuring out the order these women were born. 2023-04-161h 00

We Are Not AmusedShut Up, DarlingOn this week's episode of We Are Not Amused, we're reviewing the 1934 film "The Man Who Knew Too Much" (which, according to Hitchcock, is his non-definitive version). Join us as we (try to) put our film school education to use to break down some neat editing sequences, discuss the lack of film score that seems to be a thing in these older films, and try to figure out which man it was who in fact knew too much. 2023-04-021h 03

We Are Not AmusedEmilie's Tea RoomIn today's episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor talk about their visit to Emilie's French Tea. Join us as we discuss all the different teas tasted, the amazing pastries, and our thoughts on everything from the owners to the atmosphere of this hole in the wall tea room. 2023-03-1938 min

We Are Not AmusedNot Crying Over CakeWelcome to part 2 of our discussion on season 13 of The Great British Baking Show! Join us as we drool over some incredible creations, try not to compare this season with past seasons, and wonder who the heck decided Halloween Week was a good idea. 2023-03-051h 05

We Are Not AmusedWinter, You Know?The newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! On this week’s episode, Tressa and Taylor discuss the first 5 episodes of the newest season of “The Great British Baking Show.” Join us as we talk about the length of Taylor’s notes for too long, dive into all the contestants, compare the bakes that stood out to us the most, and have one too many giggle fits.2023-02-191h 07

We Are Not AmusedGhostedHappy 2023 everyone! We're back with a new episode about "The Ghosts" (slash "The Amazing Mr. Blunden"), a popular British children's novel from the 1960s. (We decided adult books were too hard after Middlemarch.) Grab your tea and join us as we relate this book to some of our favorite fandoms, muse over what squashy green cake might be, and try to decide who the heck is the older sibling. Visit us on Instagram: @notamusedpodcast Email us your comments & topic suggestions: notamusedpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!2023-02-051h 01

We Are Not AmusedNicest Most Best PersonThe end is here! Well, at least the end of Middlemarch. In today’s episode Tressa and Taylor discuss the last two episodes of the BBC “Middlemarch” series. Join us as we wrap up all the characters' stories, discuss the big plot points that were left out, and decide how we felt about the series as a whole. This will also be the last episode of We Are Not Amused until February. We hope everyone has the happiest of holidays and we will see you all in the new year!2022-12-251h 13

We Are Not AmusedHer Heads in Her HandThis week on We Are Not Amused, we continue our review of the BBC adaptation of Middlemarch! Today, we're discussing episodes 3 and 4 which brought back many fond-ish memories of Lydgate/Rosy struggles, Dorothea/Casaubon weirdness, and (our favorite) small-town politics.2022-12-111h 15

We Are Not AmusedFeatherbrotherWelcome back to Middlemarch! In this episode Tressa and Taylor discuss the first two episodes in the six part BBC “Middlemarch” series. Join us as we attempt to compare the show to the book, describe if the actors matched the images we created in our minds, and continue to struggle with keeping events in order.2022-11-271h 04

We Are Not AmusedThe Beatles Era 3: No Thread At AllThe final installment of our 5-part series on The Beatles is LIVE! Join us as we discuss the albums Abbey Road and Let It Be and the bittersweet ending to one of the most legendary bands of our time. 2022-11-1348 min

We Are Not AmusedFour Little Mop-Top BoysThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is live! This week Tressa and Taylor dive into Era 3 of The Beatles. Join us as we review “Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," “The Beatles” (a.k.a The White Album), and "Yellow Submarine." We'll discuss and struggle to explain some songs off each album, talk about a little bit of drama behind the recording of "The Beatles," and sing (again). Everything’s “Getting Better” even if “Yer Blues” seem overwhelming, just remember “All You Need Is Love” and to listen to The Beatles Era 3 Part 1.2022-10-3047 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Beatles Era 2: "More Popular Than Jesus"Today on We Are Not Amused, we're covering The Beatles' albums Rubber Soul and Revolver! Join us as we discuss this revolutionary era of Beatles music and try to figure out where exactly George Martin was in all of this. 2022-10-1648 min

We Are Not AmusedGlazed Eyes And GigglingA new episode of We Are Not Amused is live! This week Tressa and Taylor continue to discuss The Beatles Era 1. Join us as we review “Beatles for Sale” and “Help!” - the final two albums in Era 1, dive a little bit into some of their songs, talk about the very beginning of some major changes, and sing (of course). Stop “What You’re Doing,” grab your “Ticket to Ride,” and enjoy The Beatles Era 1 Part 2.2022-10-0235 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Beatles Era 1: "Aeolian Cadences"It's happening, everyone!!! We are finally tackling one of our heftiest subjects yet: The Beatles! Join us as we discuss their first 3 studio albums--Please Please Me, With The Beatles, A Hard Day's Night. 2022-09-1843 min

We Are Not AmusedCrue TrimeThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is now live! This week Tressa and Taylor take on the topic of serial killers…and yes, we are aware how unique this topic is. Join us as we discuss serial killers from Scotland and England, if a button is sufficient evidence, and the difference between arson and pyromania.2022-09-041h 09

We Are Not AmusedDivorced, Beheaded, Died. Divorced, Beheaded, Survived.This week on We Are Not Amused, we're covering everything about the musical sensation SIX! Join us for a discussion on the unusual history of the show, our favorite (and least favorite) songs, and a few clips of us singing those addictive lyrics. 2022-08-2155 min

We Are Not AmusedYou Do Not See What I SeeWe Are Not Amused is back with a new episode. This week Tressa and Taylor discuss Welsh mythology! Join us as we discuss many different creatures and beasts of the Welsh world, struggle through the incredibly difficult Welsh language, and deal with cat fights. Grab a cup of delicious tea or wine (whichever you prefer) and join us on this extremely entertaining journey.2022-08-071h 02

We Are Not Amused(We're Off) To (See) The LighthouseThis week on We Are Not Amused, we're tackling another great work of English literature! Okay...kind of...we actually just watched the movie version and compared it to what (little) we know about the book. But we're busy people, okay?! Anyway, we hope you enjoy our take on the 1983 TV adaptation of To The Lighthouse by Virginia Wolf! 2022-07-241h 04

We Are Not AmusedI Want To Hold Your Dead HandSee ya later Middlemarch! In this episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor FINALLY discuss the last two books of “Middlemarch.” Listen along as we say farewell to those characters we’ve gotten to know over the past year, sum up their stories, and try to decide how we felt about the book as a whole.2022-07-101h 12

We Are Not AmusedSkoo-erOn today’s episode of We Are Not Amused, we're diving into the history of Indian food in the UK. Cozy up with some chai tea and tune in for a very (very) brief summary of the historic ties between the UK and India and our review of some local (aka Americanized) Anglo-Indian dishes. 2022-06-261h 02

We Are Not AmusedMysteries, Murder, TrainsThe newest episode of We Are Not Amused is live! This week Tressa and Taylor watch and discuss “The Lady Vanishes” by Alfred Hitchcock. Listen along as we piece together the film, discuss the interesting tone, and try to remember all the character’s names (a common theme here).2022-06-121h 13

We Are Not AmusedWe Are Not…Anything Besides EuropeanThis week on We Are Not Amused, we’re discussing our Ancestry DNA results! Tune in to hear our predictions, most surprising results (there aren’t that many 😂), family tales that definitely didn’t reflect our results, and more.2022-05-2953 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Nick Jonas EffectToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the play, “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie. Join us as we attempt to summarize the play, figure out what the heck in chancery means, and try to solve the mystery behind those darn disappearing soldiers. Grab a cup of Naughty Vicar or Gunpowder Green tea, cozy up, and join us on this exciting 1930s mystery.2022-05-151h 09

We Are Not AmusedIt war good foon, I'd be boundIn this week's episode of We Are Not Amused, we're discussing book 6 (and only book 6) of Middlemarch! Join us for a couple corrections (there are a lot characters and we get confused sometimes, okay?), strange dialects, and riddles that really aren't that funny. 2022-05-011h 17

We Are Not AmusedFantastic Beasts: Grindelwald Loses the ElectionThis week on We Are Not Amused, we’re reviewing the latest movie in the Fantastic Beasts series: The Secrets of Dumbledore, and OH BOY did we have a LOT to talk about. Buckle up because this episode is a long one where we complain about the pacing of this movie (much like the pacing of this episode 😂 ) And of course, MAJOR spoilers ahead–you’ve been warned!!2022-04-171h 53

We Are Not AmusedDr. James Barry & Erica RutherfordToday on We Are Not Amused, we're bringing you the stories of Dr. James Barry and Erica Rutherford. Join us as we discuss Dr. James Barry's many accomplishments as a high-ranking surgeon in the British army and Erica Rutherford's incredible achievements in theatre design, film, and the fine arts!2022-04-0354 min

We Are Not AmusedSo Far From DelightfulEpisode 29 of We Are Not Amused is now live! In this episode Tressa and Taylor try new British snacks including, but not limited to, Truffle and Rosemary crisps, Steak and Kidney pie, Jaffa Cakes, and Turkish Delights. Join us as we review all the different foods, decide which ones we like best, and have our childhood dreams crushed. Grab your favorite cup of tea and snack and enjoy!2022-03-2056 min

We Are Not AmusedThe Original OGToday on We Are Not Amused, we’re reviewing the 25th anniversary performance of The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Join us as we discuss our favorite songs, some pretty amazing costumes, and try to figure out just exactly what the Phantom’s “powers” are. GO NOW AND LIIIIISTEEEEN!!2022-03-061h 08

We Are Not AmusedDing Dong Casaubon Is DeadWelcome back to Middlemarch! In this episode, Tressa and Taylor discuss book 5 and only book 5. Turns out a lot more happened in this book than either of us realized and we’re still trying to figure it all out. Join us as we discuss Casaubon, Dorothea, Will, Lydgate, and Rosamund while all we really want to talk about are the Garths and the Vincys.2022-02-201h 03

We Are Not AmusedHarry Potter 20th Anniversary (aka "Are We Old Now?")Welcome to Season 2 of We Are Not Amused! We're kicking off this year with (you guessed it) another Harry Potter episode! Today we're covering the fantastic HBO special Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts. Join us as we discuss noteworthy moments, featured guests, and all those fuzzy feelings of nostalgia. 2022-02-061h 00

We Are Not AmusedOur Longest Episode Yet Because CHRISTMASToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the most wonderful time of year…CHRISTMAS! Join us as we compare UK traditions to US traditions including food, carols, ocean swims, and church services. We also talk about our own personal Christmas traditions and sing way too much during this episode. Enjoy!!2021-12-191h 18

We Are Not AmusedBig Kitties & Lots of StorylinesThis week on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor share their thoughts on Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindlewald! Join us as we discuss our favorite new creatures (you can probably guess one of them) and characters (helloooo Theseus), try to figure out where seemingly important characters went (Bunty? Are you okay?), and try to work out the many (many) storylines that take place in the film.2021-12-051h 12

We Are Not AmusedBritish InvasionOn this week's episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the British Invasion! Join us as we discuss four different groups/artists, why it happened when it happened, and how it went beyond just the music we all know and love. Quick disclaimer: we had some major technical difficulties with this episode and strongly recommend listening with headphones. 2021-11-211h 01

We Are Not AmusedKC Ren Fest 2k21Hear ye, hear ye! This week’s episode features our (mis)adventures at this year’s Kansas City Renaissance Festival! Join us as we discuss the fun alcohol-filled events we attended, new friends we made, and the struggle to get Tressa a turkey leg.2021-11-0757 min

We Are Not AmusedLet's Talk About The BabyDuring the newest episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss The Great British Baking Show. This time we narrowed it down to one specific episode (for the most part). The week we both look forward to the most - Bread Week! Listen along as we talk about our favorite and least favorite contestants, Paul Hollywood’s budget, the disturbing image of the infamous bread baby, and why bread week may just be the hardest week. And, as always, SPOILERS!!!2021-10-2451 min

We Are Not AmusedYes, Queens: Outtake EditionIn today's episode, we bring you the stories of two brilliant scientists: Joan Curran and Jocelyn Bell Burnell! Join us as we celebrate their accomplishments and discuss their challenges as women in male-dominated industries. (Please excuse our technical difficulties in this episode...it was a bit of a struggle to get this one recorded!) Grab yourself a glass of Bigelow French Vanilla wine (or tea...whatever you prefer) and enjoy the stories of these strong female scientists! 2021-10-1145 min

We Are Not AmusedGood Luck Not Marrying Your Cousin In This TownEpisode 19 of We Are Not Amused is live! In this episode, Tressa and Taylor discuss books 3 and 4 of "Middlemarch” by George Eliot. Listen along as we complain about clueless Dorothea, debate on if these relationships are healthy, say the word “will'' way too much, and spend most of the episode attempting to discover how everyone is related. Grab a nice cup of tea and come along to the town of Middlemarch!2021-09-261h 01

We Are Not AmusedThunderbird and Bowtruckle and Niffler, oh my!In episode 18 of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" - the movie, not the textbook. Join us as we try to figure out what Grindelwald/Graves was after, where on earth that obscurus came from, and who we think Eddie Redmayne may have taken some inspiration from for his role as Newt Scamander. If you're looking for a deep dive into the four main characters, this episode is not for you. Also, Taylor couldn't be more thrilled to finally have her Hufflepuff star. Grab some gigglewater and join us on...2021-09-121h 05

We Are Not AmusedMyths, Legends, Tales, FolkloreEpisode 17 of We Are Not Amused is live! In this episode Tressa and Taylor discuss Scottish mythology, urban legends, and more. Ranging from selkies to vampires come join us as we talk about 4 different tales from Scotland!2021-08-2957 min

We Are Not AmusedA Crow Flowed Into HerIn episode 16 of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor review the top-rated episode of Season 9 of Doctor Who: Heaven Sent. Listen as we discuss Peter Capaldi’s mad acting skills, unpack some pretty heavy themes, and try to decide if this episode lives up to the hype...or not.2021-08-1559 min

We Are Not AmusedWhy Are You So Obsessed With Me?Episode fifteen of We Are Not Amused is live! This week Tressa and Taylor discuss the longest running West End musical, “Les Misérables” - based on the book by Victor Hugo. Join us as we discuss the 25th Anniversary Concert edition of this show, favorite songs and characters, and if Javert has an unhealthy obsession with Jean Valjean.2021-08-011h 02

We Are Not Amused"What Are They There For Else?"This week on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss "Middlemarch" - a novel by George Eliot. Enjoy as we try to remember who all the characters are, attempt to pronounce their names correctly, and strive to remember if that name belongs to a person or an estate. Get ready to head back to the early 1800's for this classic tale. 2021-07-181h 01

We Are Not AmusedHamilton, But Make It BoringOn this week's episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss The Revolutionary War - the reason we Americans celebrate the Fourth of July. Join us as we discuss pre-war, war, and post-war, along with just a few Disney (*cough* Hamilton *cough*) references. Grab your guns and ships for this historical episode.2021-07-0455 min

We Are Not AmusedUK vs US Working Culture: Stats n’ StuffThis week on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor compare working culture in the US and the UK! Join us as we try to figure out the UK’s confusing maternity/paternity leave qualifications, complain about the lack of federally mandated PTO in the US, plus lots and lots of statistics...you’re welcome.2021-06-201h 03

We Are Not AmusedBezoarEpisode eleven of We Are Not Amused is live! You’ll need a vial of Felix Felicis to keep up with our thoughts on this topic! Please don’t hate us when we get certain facts wrong! Accio butterbeer and join Tressa and Taylor for a comparison between “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” movie and book. SPOILERS!!!2021-06-061h 01

We Are Not AmusedThe Devil's DrinkOn today's episode of We Are Not Amused, Taylor and Tressa get steeped in the history of...tea! Grab a cuppa and join us as we discuss tea's origins, the tradition of afternoon tea, the legend of Earl Grey, and more.2021-05-2345 min

We Are Not AmusedMercury? Modern...The Sleeping MachinesToday on We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the worst rated episode of Doctor Who Season 9. Join us as we discuss our dislikes (oh, and one or two likes), why Clara is a great companion, the difference between being awake and not sleeping, callbacks to old episodes, and why Mr. Sandman will be stuck in your head for days after listening.2021-05-0958 min

We Are Not AmusedDoes Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavo(u)r?In this (unintentionally American-ish) episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss an often forgotten genre of music: Skiffle. Join us as we cover the genre’s American roots, British revival, and name-drop the famous rockstars that started out as old timey Skifflers (*cough* The Beatles *cough*). Outro music: “Rock Island Line” performed by Leadbelly 2021-04-2558 min

We Are Not AmusedThe 39 StepsOn today's episode of We Are Not Amused, we watch and discuss an Alfred Hitchcock film - The 39 Steps. Join us as we discuss a brief history of Alfred Hitchcock, censorship, the not so typical movie relationship, and try to discover what the 39 steps actually are. We also attempt to put our film degrees to good use (and potentially embarrass ourselves in the process). 2021-04-111h 01

We Are Not AmusedAllons-y! Geronimo! Fantastic!Today on We Are Not Amused, we cover one of our favorite shows: Doctor Who! Join us as we discuss (in no particular order) our favorite villains, favorite companions, how we discovered the show, and try (but fail) to pick our favorite episodes (because *spoilers* we love them all). Oh, and that one time we tried to watch "old" Who. 😅2021-03-2855 min

We Are Not AmusedSaint Patrick, Patron Saint of (Insular) IrelandIn this episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the one and only (probably) Saint Patrick, how he became the patron saint of Ireland, and traditions formed around St. Patrick's Day. Grab a nice cup of tea (or a pint of Guinness and some boiled bacon) and enjoy!2021-03-1457 min

We Are Not AmusedYes, Queens! (No, not the royal kind)Today we're discussing two scientists you should know (but probably don't): Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, the first female physician in Britain, and Mary Somerville, best known for her varied contributions to academic and scientific texts. Join us in our quest to make these ladies household names.2021-02-2848 min

We Are Not AmusedGood Slytherins, Bad HufflepuffsIn this episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the potential for Slytherins to be good, if there is such a thing as an evil Hufflepuff, and why Ron is the worst. Grab a cup of tea (or wine) and get ready for some strong feelings and cat interruptions.2021-02-141h 01

We Are Not AmusedCrying Over CakeIn this episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor discuss the cure to all our 2020 woes: The Great British Baking Show (Bake Off for our British friends). Get cozy with a cuppa and join us!2021-01-311h 02

We Are Not AmusedAurorIn this first episode of We Are Not Amused, Tressa and Taylor try to prove they're real Harry Potter fans by discussing their Hogwarts houses, favorite books, and more.2021-01-171h 02

We Are Not AmusedTrailer: We Are Not AmusedTrailer for the new podcast: We Are Not Amused. Join us every other week for lively discussions about anything and everything UK!2021-01-1000 min

NOTAMUSEDVol. 17 Links vs. Rechts in den MedienDie Zeitungen sind voll mit akzeptiertem, rassistischen Sprachgebrauch und einem pietätlosen Aufwiegen von Rechtsextremismus und Linksextremismus. Wir möchten uns mit dieser Folge klar positionieren, klar machen, dass es keine Mitte zwischen Faschismus und Antifaschismus gibt und klar machen, dass es nicht nur unser Privileg ist, den Mund aufmachen zu können, sondern dies in einer rassistischen Gesellschaft auch unsere Pflicht ist. Silence is violence! Ihr findet uns auf Instagram unter @we.are.notamused Feedback und Anregungen gerne an wearenotamused@web.de 2020-03-0528 min

NOTAMUSEDWe Are Still NOTAMUSEDNach einer langen Zeit ohne Episoden, die aber dafür von verschiedenen Veränderungen unserer Lebensumstände gefüllt war, melden wir uns mit einem kleinen Update zu unserer Podcast Situation zurück. Außerdem möchten wir euch wissen lassen, wie wir dieses Format zukünftig nutzen wollen - denn keine Sorge, we are still NOTAMUSED. Viel Spaß bei dieser kurzen Folge! Wie immer freuen wir uns über eure Ideen/Kritik/Anregungen: wearenotamused@web.de @we.are.notamused 2019-10-2009 min