
Long time partners, Rachel and Matt, bring their unique blend of wit and weirdness to the worlds of sci-fi, horror, and fantasy. From quirky movie reviews to lively book discussions, they keep you entertained and informed with their mature humor and infectious enthusiasm. Join them as they chase their little nerd hearts through the genres they love.
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 149 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionScience Fiction | |||

We did it. Frank did not defeat us but let me tell you IT WAS CLOSE. We will be back to regular posting now, I promise. That was ROUGH ROUGH ROUGH.
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This is a great long-form podcast, riffing on the best and worst parts of the media at hand. Like a friend sharing a beloved book or movie, instead of a Critic’s column in the news.
What's not to love!?
S&BBC provides quirky, in-depth, and frequently thoughtful tv show, book, and movie reviews/analyses from cool married-couple podcasters. I have discovered new series and rediscovered old favorites on here.
I appreciate that they approach the sometimes great, sometimes less-than-great material honestly but from a place of openness. They will not yuck your yum or make fun of their audience, even if your weird old show/book/movie is not their thing. A rare good vibes experience.
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The podcast that’s not paying attention to other people’s opinion. Matt and Rachel are never inauthentic and know their tastes well. If you are looking for a podcast that’s nostalgic, clever, and straight from the heart. Look no further.
Best podcast I’ve listened to. Love you!
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Two witty co-hosts run a long-form discussion show that blends nerdy enthusiasm with thoughtful analysis across sci‑fi, fantasy, and horror. Episodes lean into deep dives on books and related media, mixed with personal storytelling, pop culture riffs, and candid critiques of authorship and adaptation. The format is conversational and informal, often quotable, with a warm, approachable vibe that fans of genre fiction, film, and book clubs tend to love. Notable is the duo's balanced humor and openness to different tastes, making it accessible for listeners who enjoy both rigorous analysis and playful banter.
Unique angles include meta-commentary on publishing, a strong emphasis on world-building and philosophy within genre works, and a comfo... more
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