The One where James Stewart Plays a Killer Clown?? This episode, Bradley and Carly recap the circus drama, The Greatest Show on Earth (but is it the greatest FILM on Earth?). In the recap, Bradley talks about Brad, the circus manager played by Charlton Heston and how most of the film plays like one long circus documentary. Plus, this movie has a Claw Hand, an actual trainwreck, and woman who nearly gets stepped on by an elephant. In the 2nd half, the hosts scratch their heads and theorized how in the WORLD this movie is a Best Picture winner. And finally, after 20 movies, the hosts are heading to the 90s for the first time.

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The One Where the Rain in Spain Stays Mainly in the Plain. That's right, Bradley and Carly are discussing the musical, My Fair Lady, starring Audrey Hepburn. In the 1st half, they discuss how the podcast gods have been leading the hosts to this film all along. In the recap, Bradley guides the listeners through Eliza Doolittle's transformation from cockney accents to ROYALTY??? In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss the casting controversy that spilled over into the 37th Academy Awards. Plus, find out what movie Bradley and Carly are doing for their TWENTIETH episode!

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The One Where a Kid Gets Slapped A Thousand Times. This episode, Bradley and Carly are heading to church to talk about the musical-comedy-drama, Going My Way, starring Bing Crosby as Father O'Malley. In the recap, it's daddy vs daddy as Father O'Malley is preparing to take over the parish from the elderly (and very sexist) Father Fitzgibbon. In the midst of all the musical-comedy-drama-ness, the film introduces a barrage of wacky characters such as an old girlfriend/opera star, two teen gang leaders, and an 18-year-old runaway who doesn't know how to sing. In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss the stars and the 17th Academy Awards. Plus, they may not be done with the musical-comedy-drama genre for their next film!

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The One with THAT Beach Scene! This episode, Bradley and Carly break down the incredibly powerful LGBTQ film, Moonlight. In the first half, Bradley recaps the movie's three act structure following the life of Chiron from little boy to OMG HOT MAN. The hosts touch down on the impeccable performances of Mahershala Ali, Janelle Monáe and Naomie Harris. In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss the historic 89th Academy Awards where La La Land was mistakenly announced as the Best Picture winner. Plus, it's time to travel back to the 1940s for their next film.

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The One with That Iconic Chase Scene! This episode, Bradley and Carly are visiting the 70s for the first time by recapping the cop drama, The French Connection. During the recap, Bradley will introduce several colorful characters such as Popeye, Cloudy, and Kinky Boots. Later, the hosts will talk about that fun subway chase scene and the even MORE fun chase scene on the streets of Brooklyn. In the 2nd half, Carly talks about the well-received sequel, 2 French 2 Connection, and find out why she is so mad at Charlie Chaplin. Plus, the hosts are very excited to announce their next film!

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The One with a Tragic Accident Involving Horses, a Titanic Reference, and a Child Star. This episode, the hosts are discussing the sixth best picture winner (that's 6, as in 1-2-3-4-5-SIX), Cavalcade. During the recap, Bradley takes you through the turn of the century and the lives of some very melodramatic British people. Carly gushes about an overt Titanic reference, and the world will never forget Fanny f***ing Bridges. Plus, find out what happened at the 6th Academy Awards, and the hosts are heading to a new decade for their next film.

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The One With All the Poop Buckets. Yes, that's right, the hosts are discussing 2020's Nomadland, starring Frances McDormand, and directed by a WOMAN, Chloé Zhao. In the 1st half, Bradley recaps Frances's incredible performance as Fern, while Carly makes sure to point out every bathroom-related scene. In the 2nd half, the hosts talk about the beautiful cinematography and the inclusion of real life nomads in the film. Plus, Bradley breaks down the ill-received 93rd Academy Awards and the hosts announce their next film.

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The One Where, Confidentially, She Stinks! Its the holiday episode of The Better Half as the hosts break down the non-holiday movie, You Can't Take It with You. In the 1st half, Bradley describes how a timid little man named Mr. Poppins is kidnapped in broad daylight by an eccentric and quirky family. And you won't quite believe what happens when Alice invites her boyfriend over for dinner. In the 2nd half, Carly reacts to the titles of the other Best Picture nominees and waits forever before telling Bradley how Lionel Barrymore is related to Drew Barrymore. Plus, find out the first movie of 2026!

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