
Binge Me is getting back to its movie roots this week with a recap of A Quiet Place Part II. John Krasinski makes an exciting return to direct a sequel to the silent-apocalypse-alien thriller that first captivated audiences in 2018. After discussing the oddly "current" timeline that hits a little too close to home, Claire and Kelleigh break down the mysteries behind this film: How did the aliens arrive? Why is no one wearing any shoes? What is Man on Island's real name? They also share their opposing views on the movie's ending, why the synopsis was a little misleading, and the importance of disability inclusion in Hollywood.
Sep 2, 2021
59 min

Doesn't it just suck when a TV show you love gets canceled? Claire and Kelleigh mourn the top series that were cut too soon, from throwbacks like Zoo and Pushing Daisies to recent ones like Manifest and Lovecraft Country. They also discuss the movie career of Lee Pace, Steven Spielberg's possible dinosaur obsession, and Timothy Olyphant vs. Josh Duhamel. Plus, Claire unknowingly breaks some bad news to Kelleigh about more canceled shows this year. Is nothing sacred anymore?!
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TV Guide 2021 Canceled Shows: https://www.tvguide.com/news/2021-22-tv-scorecard-which-shows-are-canceled-which-are-renewed/
Aug 16, 2021
1 hr 18 min

Binge Me is officially back! Claire and Kelleigh get into season 1 of the hit series Shadow and Bone on Netflix. Hear them discuss the Alina/Kirigan/Mal love triangle, everyone's thirst for the Darkling, a breakdown of the Grisha small sciences, and theories on character backstories. Minor spoilers for those who haven't read the books.
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Which Grisha Order Are You In Quiz: https://grishaverse.com/grisha-order-quiz/
Aug 2, 2021
1 hr 2 min

Welcome to a solo episode! It's all Claire this week as she gets into the newest Netflix hit Army of the Dead. Directed by Zack Snyder, the movie follows a group of mercenaries on a heist mission while navigating the zombie-infested streets of Las Vegas. Claire shares her overall reactions while sprinkling in fun facts from the film, including the zombie costumes, inspiration for Valentine, and Tig Notaro's digital add-in. She also gets into the bizarre fan theories involving aliens, time loops, robot zombies, and more that left some of us wondering "is this overkill?" Plus, don't forget to tune in at the end for Claire's final Binge Bar score.
Jun 14, 2021
51 min

We all know the feeling. You know the one where you get to the end of a TV series and think "what the actual fuck?" Or maybe it leaves a hole in your heart and you wonder "how I can I go on?" In this week's episode of Binge Me, Claire and Kelleigh travel down memory lane as they reveal their list of best and worst finales of all time. From sitcoms to dramas and comedies, hear them explore their top 5 shows in each category and what made them hate or love each one so much. The bingers also discover surprising similarities in their picks and clear up a misconception that about a certain controversial ending. Send your list of hated and beloved finales to @bingemepodcast on Instagram and Twitter!
GOT Alternative Ending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0mncEl4nVU
Jun 1, 2021
1 hr 47 min

It's a first for Binge Me with a movie recap! This week, Claire is joined by friend and travel blogger Elizabeth to talk all things Nomadland (Kelleigh will be back next week). Directed by Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao, the film follows the physical, mental, and emotional journey of Fern who explores the American West as a modern-day nomad. Hear their initial thoughts and favorite moments before taking a deep dive into this year's Best Picture. They discuss the realities and misconceptions of nomads, the reasons people take on this lifestyle (both economic and spiritual), and Fern's path to healing. Also, find out their favorite destinations from the movie and which one could live the nomad life.
Where to Find Elizabeth: On Instagram @thetravelxblog or visit her website: thetravelxblog.wordpress.com
May 24, 2021
1 hr 24 min

In a special episode of the podcast this week, Claire and Kelleigh are joined by none other than David Payton who played Herb in WandaVision! David and the bingers get into all the details of the new Disney+ show, including how he landed the role, his favorite parts of filming, and what it was like working with big-name actors (Paul Bettany, especially). They also discuss the importance of vision boards and why Herb should become the new Where's Waldo of the MCU. Plus, David shares a particularly funny story from his time on set involving a rather intense hiking trip. You don't want to miss this!
Where to Follow David: @d.payton on Instagram and David Payton (MylifeIsacomedy) on Facebook
May 17, 2021
38 min

Well, bingers. We've come to the end of the recap of Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel. Claire and Kelleigh start the episode with an update on the HFPA's newly-approved "reforms" and the critical response from Times Up before wrapping up this problematic docuseries. While the documentary could have been an introspective look at the cycle of poverty and ignorance of mental health, it wasn't. Its narrative was misleading, its attention given to the web sleuths was undeserved, and its sensationalism of Elisa Lam's story was tragic. Hear their thoughts on the unhealthy interest in the hotel, the ridiculous conspiracy theories, and the cyberbullying of Pablo Vergara. They also explain the results of the autopsy and toxicology reports while highlighting the importance of destigmatizing mental health issues.
Morbid Podcast (Elisa Lam Case): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4kgu70ePTwjpcEPAkdiEz4
May 10, 2021
1 hr 14 min

Binge Me is mixing it up this week with a true-crime documentary! At the top of the podcast, Claire and Kelleigh talk highs and lows of the 93rd Academy Awards before sharing their thoughts on the new Nextflix docuseries Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel. Directed by Joe Berlinger, the series aired in February and follows the 2013 missing case of Elisa Lam. The bingers had some mixed feelings on the narrative of the show while recapping episodes 1-2. Hear their reactions to the retelling of Elisa's story, the tragic history behind the hotel, and a case that goes off the rails. They also review the viral video footage and whether or not web sleuths helped or hindered the investigation.
The A.V. Club Review: https://tv.avclub.com/crime-scene-the-vanishing-at-the-cecil-hotel-chases-th-1846233898
May 3, 2021
1 hr 18 min

Binge Me has reached its 10th episode and the bingers are celebrating by wrapping up WandaVision! Episodes 7-9 pretty much have Claire and Kelleigh in tears so you may need to grab your tissues for this one. Listen as they share their reactions to Wanda finally claiming her Scarlet Witch title and what it could mean for the MCU moving forward. They dive into the final Easter Eggs while uncovering comic book backstories on characters like Monica Rambeau, Agatha Harkness, White Vision, and (of course) Scarlet Witch herself. Plus, they also reveal the hidden meanings behind all the commercials and question Vision's identity via the Ship of Theseus. Tune in at the end for their Binge Bar scores and next recap!
Apr 26, 2021
2 hr 7 min
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