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WE CHOSE POORLY: A HIMYM Retrospective Done Under Duress

Alice Monroe, Charlie Monroe, Eowyn Dowdall
How I Met Your Mother
New York City
Ted Mosby
Dating Culture
Barney Stinson
Robin Scherbatsky
Cultural Norms
2005
Nostalgia
Suicide
Marshall Eriksen
Lily Aldrin
Natalie
Gender Norms
Airport
Liberty Bell
Krav Maga
2000s Gender Norms
Halloween
Thanksgiving

This is the story of two best friends, who have loved How I Met Your Mother since they were kids...and one older sister who swore never to watch this show. Now the believers are forcing the skeptic to watch EVERY. SINGLE. EPISODE., discussing the show's bizarre choices and confronting the dark underbelly of mid-2000s gender norms in the process. Did they choose poorly? Did you??? Find out NOW (ove... more

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Hosts

Charlie Munro
Co-host known for his critical insights and engaging humor, offering a fresh perspective on the show.
Alice Munro
Co-host and long-time fan, bringing deep nostalgia and analytical commentary to the discussions.
Aowyn Dowdell
Co-host and contributor, providing a balanced viewpoint and engaging dialogue.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Better than the show

    The sharp analysis and quick wit of these hosts make this podcast a pleasure to listen to. I’d rather listen to more than an hour of these guys any day than suffer through the actual HIMYM ep. Keep them coming, please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stantheman2000
    United Statesa year ago
  • the other review is our dad lol

    anyway this is more of a 3-star show tbh but I think Alice and Eowyn would be mad if I did that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CharCarMon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Better than the show

    The sharp analysis and quick wit of these hosts make this podcast a pleasure to listen to. I’d rather listen to more than an hour of these guys any day than suffer through the actual HIMYM ep.

    Keep them coming, please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stantheman2000
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the sharp analysis and humor provided by the hosts, often preferring this retrospective discussion over the original show itself. The unique format engages fans and newcomers alike, making it entertaining and insightful.
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Engaging in a comedic and critical exploration of a beloved sitcom, the hosts analyze each episode of a popular TV series with a nostalgic yet discerning perspective. The discussions emphasize themes such as gender norms prevalent in the mid-2000s, the show's narrative choices, and character dynamics, often reflecting on the social context of that era. With a unique format that contrasts the perspectives of die-hard fans with a skeptical host, listeners are treated to a lively debate that invites reflection on the show's cultural impact while balancing humor and critique.

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