In this episode of High Expectations, we discuss Something’s Gotta Give as an in memoriam episode honoring Diane Keaton. We focus on her performance as the emotional core of the film, Jack Nicholson’s late career persona, and why this romantic comedy remains a familiar and frequently revisited comfort watch. Light up and settle in for a classic.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This episode looks at how Jingle All the Way turned the hunt for a Turbo Man doll into sharp holiday satire. We explore the real shopping frenzies that inspired it, the production choices that shaped its chaotic style, and why it has grown into a seasonal favorite. We also ask whether Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, and full holiday desperation create an even better viewing experience when stoned.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This week on High Expectations, we take on Happiest Season, a holiday rom-com that set out to be a new seasonal staple. Watching it while stoned, we examine the core relationship, the family dynamics, and whether the film delivers genuine warmth or creates more tension than comfort.

Is it a movie you want to revisit every December, or one that works better as a one-time watch?

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This week we settle in with a holiday classic that still knows how to punch you right in the feelings. Planes, Trains and Automobiles sends Steve Martin and John Candy on the road trip from hell, packed with delays, disasters, and a surprising amount of heart. We watched it the way we watch everything for this show and found that the mix of chaos and sincerity hits in a different way when your brain is moving a little slower. The big laughs still land, the emotional moments sneak up on you, and the whole thing feels warmer than you remember. Join us as we break down what holds up, what gets even funnier, and why this one still earns its reputation as a comfort watch.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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Kos and Dilo pack their gear and head into The Cabin in the Woods , a horror movie that’s not quite what it seems. Things start out familiar, then get very weird very fast. The guys dig into why this one still hits hard, how it flips every horror rule in the book, and why it’s a near-perfect watch when you’re high. Grab your lighter and your courage, because this horror trip goes completely off the rails.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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It’s draft day on High Expectations! In this special One Hitter episode, we’re building our ultimate fantasy teams made up entirely of fictional football players from some of our favorite movies. For the first time ever, two fan favorites, Vince and Tim, are joining us at the same time for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly strategic draft. Who goes first overall? Who makes the most ridiculous pick? And which team would actually win on the field? Tune in to find out and settle the debate once and for all.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This week on High Expectations, the spotlight’s on Remember the Titans (2000), the unforgettable mix of football, leadership, and attitude that defined a generation of sports movies. With Denzel Washington commanding the field and a soundtrack full of classics, it’s a powerful blend of heart and grit. Kick back and see how Remember the Titans plays when the expectations—and everything else—are a little higher.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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In this quick hit, Kos sits down with Vince to dig into what music really means to him. From the songs that shaped his life to the way a good track can completely change a mood, Vince shares his personal take on why music matters and how it sticks with us. We also touch on his own journey playing with the Vince Sasso Trio, and how making music adds another layer to his connection with it. Short, stoned, and straight to the point, this one is all about the soundtrack to being human.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

(check them out on Instagram! @vincesassotrio)