Rotten Treasure

This week, Jim and Kai rank and review The Twilight Saga. Why would anyone lick a CGI baby? Remember when clove cigarettes were a thing? Is Kai a good romantic candidate? “That’s the vibe my guy.” - Jim “I'm a little antagonistic, and I like to play”- Kai Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Haley Steinhilber returns for The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2. It’s like the other movies, but with a CGI baby. What’s the coolest way to have a head ripped off? Where is Kai not allowed to sit anymore? Why can’t we just let boys be birds? “And boy does she like to edge.” - Haley Steinhilber Check out Haley’s podcast Listen on your preferred podcast app and follow them on Instagram @queerpersonalspodcast. Also check out their coloring book, Queer Seeking Queer: A Colorful History (co-authored by Alexis Macaluso and Dan Low). Go to womenandchildrenfirst.com to learn more and get yourself or a comrade a copy today! We join Haley in encouraging you to  follow artist and printmaker, Asho Buckingham on Instagram @asho_buckingham! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Meghan Walsh and Chris Berg return for The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1. It’s like the other movies, but they have sex in this one. Did Jim kiss the 2nd woman ever? Did we really need to know about the eggs? How long have we been doing bathroom stuff? “What are you guys talking about?” - Meghan Walsh “These are the 3 things I know about chess...” - Chris Berg Be sure to check out the 5 Calls app, offering an easy and most effective way for U.S. constituents to make a political impact. Hit up your congressperson. Follow Chris on Letterboxd: chrisberg_  Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Kelsey Hébert returns for The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. It’s like the first two movies, but with back story. What’s Kai’s beef with Bilbo Buttface? Who’s Jim’s favorite woman? We’ve all kissed Nick Kronberger, right? “Wrong. Dumb.” - Kelsey Hébert Celebrate the one-year anniversary of SideQuest Theater, the theater Kelsey co-founded, by getting out and seeing Roll Play: An Improvised Adventure, with shows happening Fridays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm, April 4th - 27th. “Roll Play” is a live, interactive, fully-improvised love letter to tabletop RPGs and the fantasy genre.” Also, be sure to check out the unscripted medical comedy Kelsey is directing Best Medicine, Fridays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm this May, 2nd - 25th. Follow SideQuest @sidequesttheater and go to sidequesttheater.com to stay updated on future shows and events. Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Emily Murphy joins us for The Twilight Saga: New Moon. It’s like the first movie, but with werewolves. What’s Robin William‘s Big problem? Will the real Mark Wahlberg please stand up? Are you ready for Jim’s Oliver Reed story? “Where are your knives?” - Emily Murphy To stay up-to-date with Emily’s future improv instruction, performances and general life happenings follow them on Instagram @emryanmurphy. We also encourage you to go see Emily’s improv team, @6_different_people performing in the Philadelphia area. Follow them too! The song Kai talks about in the episode: Date With Yolanda by Rio BravoGo to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Katie Taylor and Victoria Tellez join us for Twilight. Is there still time to get into Reddit? What’s Jim’s Pinterest beef? Did you have a Juicy phase? “I was really into like the horny s%&t.” - Katie Taylor “When it’s realistic, ick.” - Victoria Tellez Follow Victoria @victoriatellez and her improv trio, with her fiancé Jesse Freeman and Jim, Third Wheel Improv @3rdwheelcomedy, to keep up to date on upcoming shows! Follow Katie on Instagram @the_kat_taylor and on BlueSky @sktaylor.bsky.social Join us in getting yourself a copy of Katie’s poetry book Heart of Twigs, available in paperback and on Kindle. You can support Katie in publishing more of her poetry work by sending what you can on Venmo @Katie-Taylor-308 Kai’s music recommendation: Pulsar - L'Impératrice Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Jim and Kai rank and review the Shrek franchise. Does Jim not care about you? What's Frog Man King Daddy's problem? Are we gonna go intergalactic? “I am right. What I’m saying is correct.”  - Jim O’Donnell “What do you think I think you think?” - Kai Bobbi You can catch Jim and Kai performing in The Improv Double Feature at ComedySportz in Philadelphia, the first two Fridays of the month (February - May 2025) at 9PM. Come support live theater and get some laughs in your life.  Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Eibhleann Clyne and Kelso Blaze return for Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. It’s like the first Puss in Boots, but it looks like the Spider-Verse. Did your bird go to college? Does having superpowers help you become a guitar-playing pervert? For the love of God, will someone please look at Rick Moranis’s graph? Be sure to follow Eibhleann’s musical improv team, Thank You, Places on Instagram @placesthankyou and catch one of their monthly shows at Tavern on Camac (@tavernoncmac) at 8PM on the last Thursday of the month. Upcoming shows: February 27th and March 27th. You can keep up with Kelso and their bird Doug life happenings on Instagram @kelsoblazasaurus and @doug_the_dove “I don’t usually nut on buses.” - Eibhleann Clyne My friend almost died on a Dolphin.”- Kelso Blaze Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Bailey J Hess returns for Puss in Boots. It’s like Shrek, but with an egg. Is Kai sexy now? Is your bathtub haunted? Should we feel bad for murderers? “I’m not your buddy.” - Bailey J Hess Be sure to follow @baileyonair on Instagram! You can catch Bailey co-hosting on the Dave Ryan in the Morning Show, weekdays 5:30-10AM CST on @iHeartRadio. Follow on Instagram at @daveryanshow! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Jackie and Danielle of the No More Late Fees podcast return for Shrek Forever After. It's like the first 3 movies, but it's A Wonderful Life. Is Matt Damon really all that important? Do our guests f#@k? Are wet babies relatable? “I mean, my hair’s clean.” - Jackie “Since we’re talking about babies’ heads…” - Danielle Be sure to check out their podcast No More Late Fees. We had the pleasure of joining Jackie and Danielle for an episode on Daddy Day Care! Be sure to check that out too! Available on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.  Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Anna Neu joins us for Shrek The Third. It’s like the other movies, but significantly worse. Why won’t Elmo just leave Andrew Garfield alone? Are our butts just a pocket? Who got neutered? “Make me sound good.” – Anna Neu Follow Anna on Instagram @annacneu! We encourage you to get some Kettlebell classes in your life with Anna at the @cityfitnessphilly at 2112 Fairmount Ave. You can catch Anna performing with her improv team @6_different_people and in The Armando Diaz Experience @the_armando_diaz_experience. Follow them both on Instagram to stay informed about upcoming shows! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Rob O’Neill returns for Shrek 2. It’s like the first movie, but with a cat. Who was Jim’s cereal-woman crush?  Hey now, are we All Stars? Does Kai want John Cleese dead? “I’m a good 90s boy.” - Rob O’Neill Rob encourages you to check out the movie Swallowed, starring Nightmare on Elm Street 2 scream queen, Mark Patton. Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Dan Higgins returns for Shrek. Please, can I pet that dog? Can you rotate an apple in your head? Why does Kai owe Cameron Diaz an apology? “It's offensive if you’re not a little stupid about it.” - Dan Higgins Be sure to follow and check out Dan’s musical endeavors on SoundCloud and Instagram (@danontheinternets). Additionally, Dan also encourages you to check out the work of American theoretical physicist Richard Feynman and to watch the documentary series Cosmos by astronomer Carl Sagan. Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!  

This week, Kate Fruhman returns for The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas. It’s like the first movie, but with les horrible rock puns. Are nutritionists allowed to eat pizza? Do you orgasm before you multiply? Have you been systematically poisoning the water supply? “F#@k you Jim!” - Kate Fruhman If you’re in the Philly area, be sure to check out Little Susie’s Coffee & Pie. Learn more about their locations and offerings at littlesusies.com and follow them @littlesusies Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more! For support in gambling addiction, call 1-800-GAMBLER  

This week, Eric Heiberg joins us for The Flintstones. Do we live in a Brady-Bunch future? Was Jim responsible for the death of Don Pablo’s? Does your mom let you see improv? “The inner Texan in me is getting more and more angry.” - Eric If you’re in the Twin Cities area during the summers, be sure to check out Mojo Kickball, a 6-Ball Kickball mixed with tag, dodgeball, and hot potato—all jumbled up into a timed game that allows both athletes and non-athletes to share the field and contribute meaningfully to their teams' success. Go to mojokickball.com to learn more and follow them on Facebook @ MojoKickball Twin Cities Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, join Kai and improv coach, instructor, and performer Steve Kleinedler for a delightful and insightful one-on-one conversation. With 40+ years of experience to draw from, Steve shares their perspective as they explore topics like why we do what we do, managing burnout, the importance of authenticity, and staying present when performing and connecting with our stage partners. “You can't really know what to say next until you can respond to the person responding to you.” - Steve Kleinedler You can keep up with Steve and their creative endeavors by following them on BlueSky @skleinedler.bsky.social, on Letterboxd at @stevekl and their improv duo with past Folllow Your Foot and Rotten Treasure guest Ralph Andracchio, Sad Trombone on Facebook. If you are in the Boston area, be sure to check out the Horror Arts Collective and The Salem Horror Festival, happening April 30th - May 4th, 2025. Follow @horrorartscollective and @salemhorror on Instagram to learn more and stay informed on upcoming events. You can catch Steve performing in the 28-hour marathon and charity event, Snow Day 18, the weekend of January 18th - 19th, 2025 at Go Comedy Theater in Ferndale, Michigan. Get more info on the event and ways to donate at snowdaymarathon.com Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review this episode and Rotten Treasure. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Kai and Jim recap and rank the Spider-Man franchise. It's like the other episodes, but we actually talk about the films. Was Wings your favorite kid show too? Should we all just be lizards? Can you put shells inside of a ghost?  “We are judging you, every time we see you.” - Kai Bobbi “Truly awful.” - Jim O’Donnell Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!  

This week, Jillian Hartman joins us for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. It’s like the other movie, but with more holes. Can you handle two pirate things at once? Did Hank Hill have sexual relations with that woman? Will you ever be cool enough to get invited to our group chat? “Find your own group chat.” - Jillian Hartman Be sure to follow @remaindog on Instagram to keep updated on Jillian’s improv team's upcoming shows! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Matt Garren returns for Spider-Man: No Way Home. It's like the other movies, but with all the Spider-Men. Does magic kinda suck? Why is Kai trying to make “Bring At On” happen? Does The Winston Man have a really good shape about him? “Why did I come back on?” ”– Matt Garren Be sure to check out Matt’s Lord of The Rings podcast, The Beacons Are Lit, which he co-hosts with past Rotten Treasure guest and Crossroad Comedy Theater Founder Mike Marbach. And while you're at it, check out the vast array of other podcasts, shows and classes available at xroadscomedy.com. Follow @xroadscomedy to stay informed about upcoming shows and general happenings! You can catch Matt performing in An Improvised Slasher Movie with the cast of Not Yet Rated! on December 13th at The Lab Theater, in Ambler, PA and in a run of Not Yet Rated!'s yearly annual improvised Rom-com, February 13th - February 15th at Skinner Studio at Plays & Players in Philadelphia, PA. Additionally, Matt encourages you to check out The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity, which presents a dramatically new understanding of human history, challenging our most fundamental assumptions about social evolution. Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more!

This week, Max Beverly joins us for Spider-Man: Far From Home. It’s like the other movies, but in Europe. Is Letterboxd the new Tinder? Should we all be coming at Jake Gyllenhaal? What are we sluts for?  Hallucinogation? - Max Beverly Be sure to keep up with Max’s improv endeavors by following their teams @dontiknowyouimprov and @thewormsimprov. And don’t miss out on a chance to catch Max performing in Step Right Up, a weird and whimsical improv show unlike any other, combining a traveler's trunk of improv games, quirky costumes, theatrical effects, and lots of (voluntary!) audience participation at SideQuest Theater @sidequesttheater on Saturday, November 30th! Go to linktr.ee/rottentreasure to listen, like, follow, rate and review. It really helps the show! You can also support the podcast to gain early access to episodes, promotional opportunities and even get extra franchise rank and review episodes. Who knows?! The tier system. That's who. Visit patreon.com/rottentreasure to learn more! #podcasting #podcasts #podcastlife #podnation #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #improviser #rottentreasure #comedypodcast #patreon #comedy #moviepodcast #movies #like #follow #love #spiderman #intothespiderverse #spiderverse