Teased all season, we have finally reached our first FLIPPED episode!Emma has seen no movies... except for gripping dramas about the teens on the Upper East Side or boy wizards. While it was difficult to find a movie that David hadn't seen, we finally found the winner - Cruel Intentions. And what 30-year-old man doesn't want to watch a bunch of high schoolers played by Sarah Michelle Gellar, Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe, and Selma Blair be terrible people? Joining us for the most batshit movie created is Katie Pecho! She's a writer and comedian and you can check out her website here!Follow us @reelfirsttime and rate us on the things!

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Episode 19: Cruel Intentions (With Katie Pecho)

We're going to make you an offer you can't refuse.We aren't 100% sure what this offer will be, but it probably includes listening to the latest episode of Reel First Time, The Godfather! We take a dive into this very long movie, and try not to veer off into the film career of the most talented Coppola, Nicolas Cage. Joining us today is Will Jonas, someone who saw The Godfather far too young but fortunately it didn't scar him for life. You can follow him @wendlin_jonas and catch him performing around Chicago!Remember to rate & review Reel First Time and follow us @reelfirsttime !

Episode 18: The Godfather (With Will Jonas)

There's no doubt how far we'll go to get off track on the newest episode of Reel First Time.. Moana!There are not many Disney movies that Emma has not seen, so we had to jump at the chance to watch one of the best in recent history. With many a Lin-Manuel mention, a hard turn into Star Wars, and an EXTREMELY important Buzzfeed quiz, you'll feel as though you are crashing through the waves of Motunui.Joining us on the episode is Chicago comedian and actress, Victoria Montalbano! You can check out her website victorianotvicky.com and follow her @victorianotvicky1 on Instagram.Rate & Review us on all the things & follow us @reelfirsttime to stay up to date on the newest episodes!

Episode 17: Moana (With Victoria Montalbano)

WIIIIILLSSOOOONNNN!!!And thus, a thousand tears were shed over a volleyball. On this all-ladies episode of Reel First Time, we discuss that sweet sweet FedEx lawsuit money, Tom Hanks' acting chops, our time as Girl Scouts, and more!We also have an absolute TREAT in the form of our guest host, Hannah Murphy! Her first experience with Cast Away involved stuffed animals and the movies K-Pax and Bandits, which is a far cry from Emma's 2020 viewing right after Tom Hanks won the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes. You can follow Hannah @legallyhannahmurphy to see what she is up to next!Joining Emma & Hannah is Sarah Shoemaker, an Alaskan turned Chicagoan who loves a good Cast Away viewing. Catch her performing around the city & follow her next project, @theatrechi on Instagram!Follow Reel First Time on all the platforms @reelfirsttime & remember to rate and review us!

Episode 16: Cast Away (With Sarah Shoemaker)

During this episode of Reel First Time, we give a definitive answer to the age-old question: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Further topics of discussion include a recasting of Die Hard, watching the Devil's Advocate at a too-young age, the best movie villains, and more!We also have a holiday surprise for our listeners, as we have a guest host for this episode, Bobby Swanson! Joining Bobby & Emma for this episode is Mike Proper, a die hard Die Hard fan and a friend of the podcast. You can also catch him on his own podcast, Brewdacris!

Episode 15: Die Hard (With Mike Proper)

Darth Vader is a dad, Han Solo knows some stuff about Leia, and they covered up Mark Hamill's car accident extremely well.You guessed it, it's Empire Strikes Back!Widely regarded as one of the, if not the, best Star Wars films of the franchise, we discuss if it actually is and if it holds up. We get real deep into the universe, and it's at that point that Emma gets extremely lost. Joining us is Daniel Westheimer, a true Star Wars fan and an actor in the Chicago area!Follow us @reelfirsttime and rate and review us!

Episode 14: Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back

David finally got his wish and Emma watched a Marvel movie for the podcast!Join the Reel First Time crew as we venture into Wakanda, and discuss everything from the genius of Ruth E. Carter to some hot takes on Hamilton! How giddy was David through this entire process? How much did Emma bring up Shuri? Does Forest Whitaker's real son make an appearance as his younger self?As excited as David was to do a Marvel movie, we were even more excited about our guest, Devin Middleton! A writer & comic in Chicago, you can catch him around the city, including at Studio Eleven at iO at 10:30pm on Fridays.Remember to follow us @reelfirsttime and review us on your podcast platform!

Episode 13: Black Panther (With Devin Middleton)

With Robin Williams, Boston accents, and Matt Damon's haircut, how could we not delve into Good Will Hunting? Despite Emma's love of academia, she did miss out on the movie that made Affleck & Damon household names, and won Robin Williams his Best Supporting Actor Oscar.Joining us on the podcast is Bobby Swanson, a self-professed fan of Reel First Time & a true lover of movies.Don't forget to follow us @reelfirsttime !

Episode 12: Good Will Hunting (With Bobby Swanson)

We're back and (hopefully) better than ever! Reel First Time made it through the first season without David leaving in frustration or Emma quitting over movies being too long. To kick off our second season, and just in time for the spookiest day of the year, we'll be discussing The Shining with our guest, Jack von Albade!This is also a momentous occasion for the Reel First Time duo, as this is our first movie that NEITHER David nor Emma has seen! We've got more games & more bits & some great things planned for the season, we can't wait to have you listen!

Episode 11: The Shining (With Jack von Albade)

It's the SEASON FINALE of Reel First Time! To celebrate the end of season one, we chose the highly acclaimed film, Shawkshank Redemption. We take a deep dive into small nuggets of information that the filmmakers left for us, and, in Reel First Time tradition, go on some tangents. Joining us today is Brad Klein, a man who loves Shawshank Redemption almost more than Emma loves Harry Potter.Follow us @reelfirsttime to stay up to date on when our next season will arrive!

Episode 10: Shawshank Redemption (With Brad Klein)

Despite Emma's deep love of musicals, she had not yet seen The Greatest Showman. We sit down to discuss Zac Efron's abs, Hamilton, and how to correctly pronounce the word "bag". Episode Disclaimer: We do not support the circus, unless we are talking about Britney Spears' comeback album. Joining us is Chris Bartlett, one of Emma's former coworkers and an all-around delight. Mentioned at the end of the episode, please consider donating to his triathlon charity to help raise funds for pediatric cancer research!Link to Donate: https://donate.teambrightside.com/fundraiser/1929473

Episode 9: The Greatest Showman (With Chris Bartlett)

Summer is here, and so are sand bags!Despite Emma's love of Steve Carell, she had never seen 40 Year Old Virgin.. until now. Follow our journey through Steve's breakthrough film role, particularly through his brass instrument breakdown. Joining us is Amit Joshi! Originally from Nashville TN, Amit has done shows in various places all over Nashville and Chicago, including Judy's Beat Lounge Second City, Playground Theater, Juicebox Theater, Under the Gun Theater, and many more.  Most recently, he was voted as part of the "Elite 8" in the DAS Funny "Funniest in Chicago" March Madness Bracket Contest.

Episode 8: 40 Year Old Virgin (With Amit Joshi)

Just in time for the NBA Playoffs, we've got a JAM of an episode... Space Jam! We take a deep dive into Michael Jordan, bad first dates, spring training, and whether or not the sequel should be made.With us today is Maria Konopken! Maria’s roots started in the beautiful city of Phoenix, but after moving to Chicago, her heart belongs in this frozen tundra. Maria is a graduate of the training programs at iO Chicago, Torch Theatre, and Annoyance. When she isn’t experiencing extreme weather changes, Maria can be found with her notebook, running shoes, performing around Chicago with Matt Damon Improv, dancing with Burlesque Is More, or telling stories and poetry. She also loves the movie Space Jam, and has mix feelings if they should make another one. You can follow her pictures of tacos, wine, and running on Instagram @mariakonopkenFollow us @reelfirsttime !

Episode 7: Space Jam (With Maria Konopken)

Earn this.Oooh BABY did we choose a doozy of a film. From the first 27 minutes of Saving Private Ryan to the reveal at the end, we pick and choose what parts of the plot to discuss. Was it robbed at the 71st Academy Awards? Exactly how hot was a young Ed Burns? Does the movie pass the Bechdel test? (Hint: Yes/Very/No)Joining us is Cass Maher, a straight up hottie from Iowa who performs and coaches musical improv throughout Chicago! 

Episode 6: Saving Private Ryan (With Cass Maher)

Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. In this episode of Reel First Time, we discuss the Academy Award winning film, Forrest Gump! Discussions on Forrest Gump taking credit for discovering the Watergate Scandal to what year Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone came out occur, and many "Roll Tides" are said.Our guest is the incomparable Sarah Baumann, whose favorite movie is Forrest Gump and favorite food is shrimp. Listen to her podcast, Death and All Her Friends, wherever you listen to podcasts!Follow us @reelfirsttime and follow @deathnherfriends!

Episode 5: Forrest Gump (With Sarah Baumann)

Emma Wargolet has seen no movies. David Bone has seen them all. Join these two comedians as they journey through the popular films everyone (except Emma) has seen. This is Reel First Time!

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