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The Watchers

Two women from opposite ends of New Jersey watching the movies and TV shows you love. Currently watching: The Pitt, Season 2 Follow us on TikTok and Instagram. (@WatchersPodNJ)

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01:41:32

The Watchers Watch Heavenly Creatures

The Watchers ·

2025/04/28

Jodie and Andrea are kicking off our new movie series with Heavenly Creatures, not just Melanie Lynskey’s film debut, but a true crime story that’s full of themes that Yellowjackets keeps circling: queerness, violence, fantasy, and the messy emotional world of teenage girls. It’s also directly referenced in the show’s original pitch deck, making it the perfect place to start.Next week, we’re diving into Richard Donner’s 1985 coming-of-age adventure classic The Goonies. It shows up in Season 3, and

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01:22:28

Yellowjackets Season 3: Recap & Round-Up

The Watchers ·

2025/04/21

Well, that’s another season of Yellowjackets under our belts. Now that we’ve had a little time to digest the finale, Andrea and Jodie are back to wrap up Season 3. We’re clarifying some of the more complex moments from “Full Circle,” breaking down cast reactions, sharing some of our listeners’ comments and questions, and finally (finally!) Andrea takes us to Theory Corner for her long-threatened breakdown of how Freud’s concept of the uncanny shows up in the show, like, everywhere.If you’re new

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02:26:09

Yellowjackets Season 3: "Full Circle"

The Watchers ·

2025/04/14

Shuffle up and deal! Jodie and Andrea watched “Full Circle,” the Season 3 finale of Yellowjackets, and the hunt, as they say, is officially on.In the wilderness, it’s a hazy shade of winter, Van’s got a long way to go if she wants to be the next Ricky Jay, and we say goodbye to a real one.In the present, Tai prioritizes a protein-rich diet. Callie must have been absent the day everyone else learned mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell. Shauna wants to kill, and you have to believe her–it’s for

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01:13:45

BONUS: A Very Jersey Conversation With Ashley Lyle

The Watchers ·

2025/04/09

The Watchers recently hit the 100-episode milestone. For two years, Jodie’s been covering the North Jersey angle, and Andrea’s been holding it down for South Jersey. So we figured it was finally time to bring in someone to represent Central Jersey.In this bonus episode, Jodie and Andrea had the absolute honor of sitting down with Yellowjackets co-creator Ashley Lyle (I know, right!?!), a proud Jersey native whose own childhood helped shape the tone and spirit of the show.We talked with Ashley about

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02:25:56

Yellowjackets Season 3: "How the Story Ends"

The Watchers ·

2025/04/08

So long, Astoria. Jodie and Andrea watched “How the Story Ends” episode nine of season three of Yellowjackets. Let's get into it.In the wilderness, Travis is setting booty traps. Hannah feels like she’s babysitting, except she’s not getting paid. And Kodiak gets his One-Eyed Willy on.In the present, it’s our time down here (i.e. Virginia). Shauna’s in the clouds and Tai is in a basement. And Walter’s voice is kind of nice when his mouth isn’t screwing it up.Yellowjackets Season 3 Interview: Liv

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02:16:52

Yellowjackets Season 3: "A Normal, Boring Life"

The Watchers ·

2025/03/31

You better chow down, or it’s gonna get cold. Andrea and Jodie watched “A Normal, Boring Life,” episode eight of season three of Yellowjackets, and we’re ready to dig in.In the wilderness, we won’t have to go back if we never leave. Our soccer team makes some new friends, and Travis proves he’s a true feminist.In the present, Jeff throws his wife under the bus. Tai unleashes every Jersey girl’s secret power, and Shauna would love to chat longer, but she’s having an old friend for dinner.If you're

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01:50:36

Yellowjackets Season 3: "Croak"

The Watchers ·

2025/03/24

Hop to it, folks! Jodie and Andrea watched “Croak,” episode seven of season three of Yellowjackets, and there’s a lot to talk about.In 1996, someone gave Jeff Winger a crossbow, and thank the dirt for that. The girls play “The Most Dangerous Game” (which just so happens to be their favorite game), and Lottie makes a new squishy friend. In 2021, it’s time for another road trip, and we’ve got all the essentials: the world’s worst mixtape, some communal floss picks, and a well-timed medical emergency

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02:27:21

Yellowjackets Season 3: "Thanksgiving (Canada)"

The Watchers ·

2025/03/17

This episode of The Watchers is a meaty one, but we just had so much to sink our teeth into. Check the timestamps down below if you want to know what we talk about when.Jodie and Andrea watched “Thanksgiving (Canada)” episode six of season three of Yellowjackets, and we really get into it.In 1996, it must be sweeps week because Ben’s Pen Friends gets a major cast shake-up. There’s a wild new episode of Who’s the Antler Queen? And on Girls Meet World–wait, wait, wait. Girls’ Meat World? Is that

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01:39:50

Yellowjackets Season 3: "Did Tai Do That?"

The Watchers ·

2025/03/10

Got any cheeeese? Jodie and Andrea watched “Did Tai Do That?” episode five of season three of Yellowjackets, and we’re here to break it all down.In 1996, Van helps Tai embrace her wild side. For Akilah, though, it’s just another night, another dream, another vision of Ben, he’s here to . . . be the bridge? Hey, call Weird Al if you want a perfect parody.In 2021, Mr. Matthews gets a visit from the Geek Squad, and Misty learns that Walter’s calves may have been clouding her judgement.If you're reading

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01:55:45

Yellowjackets Season 3: "12 Angry Girls and 1 Drunk...

The Watchers ·

2025/03/03

All rise! Jodie and Andrea watched, “12 Angry Girls and One Drunk Travis,” episode four of season three of Yellowjackets, and we’re breaking it all down for you.In 1996, the whole damn soccer team is out of order. Misty makes a lucid, intelligent, well thought-out objection. And Shauna can’t handle the truth.In 2021, Tai and Van go on a big city adventure, Shauna visits every food service worker’s favorite place to cry, Misty looks for clues, and Lottie makes some big moves.If you're reading this,

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01:54:21

Yellowjackets Season 3: "Them's the Brakes"

The Watchers ·

2025/02/24

Okay, so one time Andrea promised to never release an episode of The Watchers longer than the episode of Yellowjackets we’re reviewing. But if this show has taught us anything, it’s that women from Jersey simply can’t be trusted. Jodie and Andrea watched “Them's the Brakes,” episode three of season three of Yellowjackets, and we’ve got a lot to say about it.In 1996, Ben and Mari star in our new favorite buddy comedy. Our soccer team goes spelunking. And we’re reminded that it’s probably about time

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02:38:29

Yellowjackets Season 3: "It Girl" & "Dislocation"

The Watchers ·

2025/02/17

Jodie and Andrea are kicking off Yellowjackets season 3 with a major deep dive into the first two episodes, “It Girl” and “Dislocation.” In the wilderness, we’re talking about Akilah’s Emotional Support Duck, Lottie’s questionable psilocybin therapy credentials, that age-old game, “capture the bone,” whether the DHARMA Initiative left a hatch out in the Canadian woods, and a lot more (like, a LOT more). Meanwhile, in the present, we’ve got the world’s worst eulogy, a deadly dine n’ dash situation,

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01:24:19

Yellowjackets Season 3: Recap, Reset, Round-Up Pt. 2

The Watchers ·

2025/02/12

Jodie and Andrea are back for part two of our Yellowjackets season 3 catch-up. Last week, we looked back at what we know so far. This week, we’re looking ahead. We dive into the trailer, round up the wildest theories, and make our predictions for what’s coming next. Plus, as has become customary, we’re manifesting our dream needle drops for the new season—because what’s Yellowjackets without a killer soundtrack?Next week, it's finally here! We'll be breaking down the first two episodes of

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01:38:54

Yellowjackets Season 3: Recap, Reset, Round-Up Pt. 1

The Watchers ·

2025/02/05

Jodie and Andrea are getting back to our roots as Jersey’s most dedicated Yellowjackets podcast! With Season 3 premiering on February 14th, it’s time to refresh our memories on all the wild ongoings from Seasons 1 and 2. We break down each character’s journey in the teen and adult timelines, recap the biggest reveals, and remind ourselves where things left off in that divisive Season 2 finale.Next week, we’ll be dissecting the Season 3 trailer, everything we know so far about the new season, and

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01:45:50

The Watchers Watch Severance, Season 2: "Hello, Ms....

The Watchers ·

2025/01/29

Andrea and Jodie are back at Lumon Industries, diving into the first two episodes of Severance season two, "Hello, Ms. Cobel" and "Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig." We unpack the show’s double-sided mystery and speculate wildly about Lumen’s true purpose. Along the way, we explore hidden meanings behind zip codes, corporate psycho-babble, and what your favorite door says about you.Next week, we officially shift into Yellowjackets mode as we gear up for season 3! Join us to recap, reset, and round-up all of the

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01:42:53

The Watchers Watch Silo, Season 2 Finale: "Into the...

The Watchers ·

2025/01/22

Jodie and Andrea are heading back underground with Silo season two’s (ahem) explosive finale, “Into the Fire.” Before diving in, we run through a quick recap of seasons one and two to set the stage. Then, we bask in the warm glow of Steve Zahn’s presence, celebrate the episode’s big Ocean’s 11 vibes, and debate whether or not we think they finally got the pacing right. Plus, we work through the more convoluted elements of this episode and share our feelings about those last few minutes. Stick around

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01:47:45

The Watchers Watch From, "Long Day's Journey Into Night"

The Watchers ·

2025/01/15

We're creeping up on the premiere of Yellowjackets season three; to hold us over in the meantime, Jodie and Andrea are checking out some of your suggestions. This week, we’re talking about "Long Day's Journey Into Night," the first episode of From. We get into why Harold Perrineau is always the most long-suffering guy in the room, how the show uses familiar tropes to set up some big mysteries, and whether it might fall into the classic LOST trap of too many questions and not enough answers. We also

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01:08:52

The Watchers Watch Evil, "Genesis 1"

The Watchers ·

2025/01/08

As we get closer to the premiere of Yellowjackets season three, Jodie and Andrea are checking out some shows our listeners have recommended we watch in the off-season. This week, we’re diving into “Genesis 1,” the pilot episode of Evil, a show that’s part supernatural thriller, part procedural drama. Evil follows forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard, played by Katja Herbers, who teams up with David Acosta, a Catholic Church assessor played by Mike Colter, and tech expert Ben Shakir, played by

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01:32:21

What We Loved in 2024

The Watchers ·

2025/01/01

It’s officially 2025, folks. Happy New Year and all that. Naturally, we’re wrapping up 2024 with a year-in-review episode. Jodie and Andrea are sharing their favorite movies, shows, books, and more from the past year. Plus, we’re so excited to be joined by writer and pop culture enthusiast Tara Giancaspro to talk about her fantastic Substack, xoxo Gossip Giancaspro–especially her essay, ”What You Can Learn From Your Muppet Big 3,” which Jodie and Andrea loved so much this year. Tara also shares her

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01:46:19

We Can Be Heroes with Carina Mia Wong and Judson Packard

The Watchers ·

2024/12/25

This week on The Watchers, we sit down with filmmaker Carina Mia Wong and Wayfinder Experience camp director Judson Packard to talk about the powerful new documentary We Can Be Heroes. The film explores the transformative magic of Wayfinder, a camp where young people build confidence, emotional resilience, and community through immersive role-playing games.Carina, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist, shares what drew her to tell this story, while Jud gives us a behind-the-scenes

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