I Hate It But I Love It

This week, we're discussing a sequel that goes hard in some areas and goes hard (derogatory) in others: An American Tail: Fievel Goes West! We discuss surprisingly excellent action sequences, a scheme we don't quite understand, and debate Jocelyn's upsetting connection to a certain feline character.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2026

This week, we're discussing the conclusion to Terry Gilliam's "Trilogy of Imagination", The Adventures of Baron Munchausen! We discuss a true YIKES of a production, how Terry Gilliam seems... frustrating, and Jocelyn pays homage to Bill Hader's perfect impression of Oliver Reed. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2026

We're kicking off Kids Movie Month with a film that's a bit "wrong place, wrong time" - Treasure Planet! We go back to when this film was first pitched (the timing may surprise you), invent a new genre of film, and then things go off the rails.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

It's a rare BILI as we talk about our abiding love for Serial Mom! We discuss the enduring power of John Waters, praise Kathleen Turner's excellent performance, and learn about Kat learning about cameos.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

This week, we're discussing Emerald Fennell's debut feature, Promising Young Woman! We discuss the film's curiously conservative approach to #metoo, the inherent value in "subverting expectations", and one of us praises Paris Hilton's Stars Are Blind.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

This week, we're discussing a film that AGED LIKE MILK IN THE SUN, As Good As It Gets! We discuss a plot that's contingent on forgiving a man just... cause, what it means to half-fridge a character, and wonder why this movie hates Helen Hunt so much.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

This week, we're talking about Gus Van Sant's Finding Forrester! We discuss a great cast, a paint by numbers plot, and of course, YTMND.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

It's Audience Choice, and this week our Patrons chose Ella Enchanted! We discuss a movie that's a BIT OF A BUMMER, a tone that's very "Shrek but for girls", and praise Cary Elwes for having the most fun anyone's had, ever.    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

This week, we're joined by Podcast Dad and brilliant comedian Andrew Ivimey to discuss the Ryan Gosling/Emily Blunt film, The Fall Guy! We discuss how this film is on the cusp of greatness, the pitfalls of adapting IP that no one remembers, and introduce the world to a new character.   Watch Andrew Ivimey's comedy special ⁠LET'S GO!⁠ for free, streaming now on Comedy Bar Max. ⁠https://youtu.be/rZSd9NW1tBQ?   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

This week, we're chatting about the Tim Burton fantasy Big Fish! We talk about bummer b-plots (that really should have been more of the film), how Jessica Lange singlehandedly sells the romance, and how glad we are that this movie didn't star a de-aged Jack Nicholson (really). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

This week, we're chatting about a sweet and earnest film about friendship and growing up/a piece of unmitigated Pants propaganda: Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants! We discuss how wild it is to fridge an 11 year old, wonder what's going on with Lena's subplot, and make America Ferrera president (of our hearts).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2026

This week, we're covering a series of films that has made everyone go, "What? Why?" It's The Hobbit trilogy, and joining us are LOTR superfans and hosts of The Fandom Show, Steph Malek and Kyah Green! We discuss terrible CGI, a scene that made Steph leave the theatre in sheer rage, and get into how much Benedict Cumberbatch clearly liked playing Smaug (a LOT).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2026

It's the happiest day of Kat's life because we're talking about the latest film in her favourite franchise, Now You See Me: Now You Don't! We discuss this movie's strange similarity to the Muppets, praise the charming cast, and remark on how this franchise is just getting more critic-proof all the time.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2026

This week, bustin' makes us feel... fine? cause we're talking about Ghostbusters 2! We question the logic of the slime, talk about the distinction between being funny and just trying to be funny, and no, seriously, WHAT was going on with the slime.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2026

This week, we're talking about the 1995 punk-riot grrl-kangaroo fantasia, TANK GIRL! We chat about Lori Petty's finest work, wish we could pull off wire-rimmed glasses, and wish for more Bjork needle-drops. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2026

This week we're joined by the de-lovely Diana McCallum to discuss the thinking man's blockbuster: Stargate! We discuss how Ra was saved in the edit, consider a rare non-villain-ish role for James Spader, and wonder how many lines Kurt Russell actually had. (Less than 10? (Less than 5?)) Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2026

We're finishing out Sort Of Romantic Movie Month with My Big Fat Greek Wedding! We discuss a VERY 90s/2000s inflected sense of self worth, praise Andrea Martin, and very belatedly remember that Joey Fatone is in this.    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2026

We're continuing Sort Of Romantic Movie Month with The Vow! We discuss a plot that doesn't want to commit to itself, the everlasting charm of Rachel McAdams, and wonder if everyone in this movie is... stupid?   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2026

We're continuing Sorta Romantic Movie Month with Just Like Heaven! We talk about an aesthetic that's not quite right, wonder whether or not Mark Ruffalo knows he's being cast in these movies, and Jocelyn goes insane about espresso.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2026

This month we're talking about Sorta Romantic Movies, starting with Closer! We discuss how some plays need to stay plays, how everyone was SO excited to swear, and remember the days when it felt like Clive Owen was in everything. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2026

This week we are joined by the genius Olly Robinson (@ollyrobz) to discuss WICKED: FOR GOOD! We chat about how Michelle Yeoh CLEARLY didn't want to be here, talk about additional songs that DO NOT belong, and express shock at the least sexy rendition of "As Long As You're Mine". Note: This episode was recorded before the 2026 Academy Award nominations were announced. This episode may present some thoughts and insights as to why!   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2026

Movie Musical Month continues with an adaptation of a musical that everyone tried to pretend wasn't a musical: MEAN GIRLS (the musical?!) Kat and Jocelyn discuss songs that are additive in the sense that "they are added", messy stars that we know too much about, and wonder whether it's wise to pretend the movie you're marketing isn't a musical (it's not).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2026

We're talking about musicals this month, and we're kicking things off with Julie Taymor's Beatles-extravaganza, Across The Universe! Kat and Jocelyn discuss having both too many (AND not enough) ideas, Kat adopts a firm anti-Sturgess position, and one of us has a surprisingly hard time naming any Beatles songs.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2026

It's a super-sized episode of IHIBILI as we discuss the epic (?) finale to Stranger Things 5! Kat and Jocelyn wonder what the hell Vecna's plan was, question the logic of the melted room, and DEMAND JUSTICE FOR [redacted].   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2026

This week, we're talking about the Y2K classic (?) Strange Days! We talk about wigs (and plots) that bum Kat out, question whether James Cameron was the right person to tell this story, and praise Angela Bassett.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2025

It's the holidays, and we're... "celebrating"?... with Hot Frosty! A Hallmark-esque movie that's a little better that you think it'll be, but not nearly as good as you want it to be. Why did he have to be mentally a child? And, more importantly, where is the person who sculpted that snowman??   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2025

This week, we're talking about Stick It -- or Bring It On for gymnastics! We talk about a movie that doesn't quite STICK the landing (...or beginning?), a great leading performance by Missy Peregrym, and Kat makes a long-awaited joke.   This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2025

(Read this next part in a Vecna voice). IT BEGINS. (Now read the rest in a regular voice). This week, we're talking about the first 4 episodes of Stranger Things 5! We discuss Vecna's roundabout way of finding out what's in the zeitgeist, an unfortunately too-well-trod grief subplot that shows up again this season, and FINALLY Kat has a character in this show (but it's not who you think).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2025

In anticipation of the release of Stranger Things 5, we're returning to where it all began-- and we were both surprised by how we felt! We put some respect on Winona Ryder's name, discuss how Joe Keery is the true breakout star of the show, shake our fists at the algorithm, and freak out over the ballooning budgets of streaming TV shows. Then, Jocelyn makes up a BUNCH of songs, all varying in quality from bad to worse. Note: We recorded this episode remotely and there may be some lag. Apologies, and thanks for your understanding!   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2025

It's the final week of Listener Request Month and we're talking about The Goonies! We discuss how to (and how to not) direct child actors, a plot that's just a list of stuff that happened, praise sweet Sean Astin, and wonder which Goonie we both are. Note: We recorded this episode remotely and there may be some lag. Apologies, and thanks for your understanding!   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2025

Listener Request Month continues with our #3 pick, The Witches (1990)! We discuss Roald Dahl's complicated legacy, praise Anjelica Huston for giving an amazing performance under less than amazing circumstances, and wonder why ANY of this needed to occur. At least the mice puppets were cute?   This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

Listener Request Month continues with our #4 pick, Stranger Than Fiction! This week, Kat takes umbrage with... everything, we delight over the enduring joys of Emma Thompson, and we ask the age-old question, "What IS this book?"   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

It's Listener Request Month, and we're starting with the #4 pick, Wreck-It Ralph! Kat and Jocelyn discuss the very specific ways that this movie hurts Jocelyn's feelings, praise Alan Tudyk for (vaguely gestures at everything), and talk about how you really need to see the show Wander Over Yonder.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

In the final week of Spooky Scary Movie Month, we're discussing I Still Know What You Did Last Summer! Kat and Jocelyn nitpick the film's title, talk about a plan so convoluted and expensive it would BANKRUPT the killer(s), and side-eye a moment where Jennifer Love Hewitt gets to sing... and Brandy doesn't.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2025

This week, we're talking about the intentionally tasteless B-movie extravaganza ORPHAN! We discuss a pitch perfect performance by Isabella Fuhrmann, how uncomfortable ALL OF THIS must have been for Peter Sarsgaard, and praise the wonder that is CCH Pounder.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2025

This week, we're talking about the cult film PHANTASM! We talk about great kid performances, plot beats that are lifted wholesale from Dune, and haircuts that Kat would love to "fix".   This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit to get 15% off any annual membership.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2025

This week, we're talking about Kat's new favourite movie, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE. We talk about how cocaine and artistry do not mix, question what the hell the machines' plan was, and Kat does her utmost to get cancelled.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2025

This week, we're kicking off Spooky Scary Movie Month with Oz Perkins' LONGLEGS! We discuss a marketing campaign that helped and hurt the film, try to figure out how we feel about Nicolas Cage (both in the movie and just, y'know, in general), and Kat makes a joke that she loves and Jocelyn loathes.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn discuss Tom Hanks' masterpiece (sort of) THAT THING YOU DO! We talk about working with 16 year olds, ice cream law, and Kat shocks Jocelyn to her very core.    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn discuss the improbable Will Smith hit, HANCOCK! We discuss super sad plotlines, the fact that this was written by (of all people) VINCE GILLIGAN, and Kat makes a confusing comparison.   This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit to get 15% off any annual membership.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2025

This week, it's a film Kat saw probably too young whilst accompanied by her parents: Sneakers! We talk about a stacked and super charming cast, praise our beloved Mary McDonnell, and Jocelyn professes her undying hatred of anagrams.    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn talk about Flight Plan -- another movie that makes no sense if you think about it even remotely a little! We talk about how this movie is Gaslighting: The Film, wish that this movie had gone so much more crazy, and question how SERIOUSLY no one on this plane saw a kid come on board (c'mon. C'MON).   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn discuss the Edward Norton thriller Primal Fear! (Other people are in it too, but let's be real, it's all about Edward Norton's character). We talk about a plot that falls apart when you ask a single question, praise the late, great Andre Braugher, and talk about Kat's DEEP distrust of a Richard Gere character and maybe also Richard Gere.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn are joined by very special guest Kyah Green of The Fandom Show to discuss OPPENHEIMER! We discuss a third act that's weirdly a whodunit (in... a biopic based on historical events?), a score that blasts you through the back wall, and discuss Christopher Nolan's surprising connection to a late, great SNL character.    Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn discuss the mega-cheesy adaptation of THE OUTSIDERS! We talk about haircuts that disguise NOTHING AND NO ONE, Tom Cruise intensity even in a tiny part, and how this movie begins and ends with Kat's least favourite thing.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

This week, Kat and Jocelyn are unexpectedly charmed by THE PRINCESS DIARIES! We discuss how Genovia is a nation of procrastinators, how Mia's mom has Lorelai Gilmore energy (and not in a good way), and how Lilly's GOTTA take it down a notch.   This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit to get 15% off any annual membership.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Wow, it's tough not to write SIM City. Anyway! This week we're talking about the adaptation of SIN CITY, a movie that was truly: of a time! We chat about great cameos, people who aren't getting the assignment, and at least one performance that just isn't working.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

Califooorniaaaaa, Californiiaaaaa, here we coooooome (in a bad way), cause we're talking about THE WIZARD! We discuss a super grim and cynical plot, two moments that truly made Jocelyn LOL, and wonder what the hell Christian Slater's part was supposed to be.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

This week, we're talking about the 1997 flop Alien: Resurrection! We discuss Ripley's sick gel manicure, praise Michael Wincott, and discuss how Joss Whedon would note the podcast if only he had a chance.     Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

This week, we're talking about the Tom Cruise kinda-flop-kinda-career-fixing Knight and Day. Kat gets mad about the title, Jocelyn gets mad about how Cameron Diaz has nothing to do but scream, and both of us agree that a plot that involves multiple instances of drugging is BAD AND NO.   Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network   Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025