by Jess and Grace
Buckle up. We have thoughts. Dashboard Discourse is a movie review podcast hosted by two AMC A-Listers on their way to the movies. Hop in the car with Jess and Grace where we chat about life, the digital zeitgeist, and of course, our thoughts on the latest from the silver screen. We cover new releases every week with humor, strong opinions, and zero gatekeeping. Let us be your DD!
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April 14, 2026
<p>We are back with another episode of Dashboard Discourse and this week we are fully in our witch era. If you have been looking for a podcast that examines current pop culture, debates problematic authors and creators, and reviews one the most anticipated horror comedies of the year, you found it. In this episode we play a full round of Smash or Pass: Witches Edition, covering everyone from the og witch Maleficent and the Disney Channel classics to Hermione Granger, the Sanderson sisters, Sabrina Spellman, and everything in between. We also get into the witchy adjacent staples: tarot, crystals, astrology, covens, Mercury Retrograde, and yes, the Etsy witch discourse.</p><p><br /></p><p>Then it is time for the main event. We are reviewing Forbidden Fruits, the comedy horror directorial debut from Meredith Alloy and produced by Diablo Cody, the mind behind Jennifer's Body. Set in a Dallas mall at a store called Free Eden, the film follows a coven of young women navigating girlhood, power, and contains some genuinely campy gore. We break down the performances, the fashion inspo, the single location storytelling, mall culture nostalgia, the twist we may or may not have seen coming, and why this movie is absolutely made for the girls.</p><p><br /></p><p>Media and People of Interest Mentioned in this Episode:</p><p>Forbidden Fruits </p><p>Mona Lisa Smile </p><p>Dead Poets Society </p><p>Kiki's Delivery Service </p><p>Practical Magic </p><p>The Craft </p><p>Hocus Pocus </p><p>Halloweentown </p><p>Twitches </p><p>Wizards of Waverly Place </p><p>Sabrina the Teenage Witch </p><p>Chilling Adventures of Sabrina </p><p>Bewitched </p><p>Harry Potter </p><p>Wicked </p><p>Stardust </p><p>The Love Witch </p><p>The Witches </p><p>The Chronicles of Narnia </p><p>The Golden Compass </p><p>Freaky Friday </p><p>American Horror Story: Coven </p><p>Haunting of Hill House </p><p>Haunting of Bly Manor </p><p>You </p><p>The Pitt </p><p>Jennifer's Body </p><p>Carrie </p><p>Mean Girls </p><p>Clueless </p><p>Riverdale </p><p>The Summer I Turned Pretty </p><p>Hadestown </p><p>SNL </p><p>Two Broke Chicks (podcast) </p><p>Diablo Cody </p><p>Meredith Alloy </p><p>Lily Reinhart </p><p>Lola Tung </p><p>Victoria Pedretti </p><p>Emma Chamberlain </p><p>Alexandra Shipp </p><p>Mike Flanagan </p><p>M. Night Shyamalan </p><p>Jordan Peele </p><p>Neil Gaiman </p><p>Roald Dahl </p><p>JK Rowling </p><p>Jane Wickline </p><p>Hayley Williams </p><p>Harry Styles</p><p><br /></p><p>Disclaimer: This episode contains nuanced critiques and we aim for honest dialogue and diverse perspectives. But truthfully, we might not actually know what we are talking about. Thanks for listening anyway, and tune in every Friday for more conversations on film and culture!</p>
April 1, 2026
<p>In this episode, we went to the theater for Ready or Not 2, the follow-up to the cult-favorite horror-comedy Ready or Not that leans all the way into chaos, gore, and over-the-top storytelling. Going in, our expectations are mixed. Some early film critic reactions are uncertain, and we’re not quite sure if the sequel can live up to the original’s glory. But sometimes, all you really want is a movie that knows exactly what it is.<br>We break down whether Ready or Not 2 delivers on its promise, from its commitment to the bit to its campy tone, brutal visuals, and crowd-pleasing moments. From jump scares to gallons of very fake "catsup" blood, we talk about what makes this kind of theatrical experience so fun and why it hits differently on the big screen compared to watching at home.<br>Beyond the movie itself, we dive into a bigger conversation about the current state of the film industry. Why are movies disappearing from theaters so quickly? Are streaming platforms hurting long-term success for certain genres? And what does it mean for mid-budget films, fantasy, and original storytelling when everything is expected to perform instantly?<br>We also touch on recent watches, including Dead Poets Society, Anniversary, and If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You, while reflecting on how we engage with media in this season of life — from intentional viewing habits to the shift away from physical media and shared theater experiences.<br>Whether you’re here for the horror, the humor, or the industry conversation, this episode covers everything from chaotic fun at the movies to thoughtful discussion about where film culture is headed next. Buckle up, we have thoughts!<br></p><p><br>Media mentioned in this episode:<br>Ready or Not 2<br>Ready or Not<br>Dead Poets Society<br>If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You<br>Anniversary<br>My Lady Jane<br>Sinners<br>Hamnet<br>Dead Poets Society<br>Mona Lisa Smile<br>Frankenstein<br>Bride of Frankenstein<br>Oppenheimer<br>Barbie<br>Mr. & Mrs. Smith<br>The Pitt<br>Harry Potter<br>Game of Thrones<br>The Hobbit<br>James Bond<br>Frankenstein<br>Spider-Man<br>Disclaimer: This episode contains nuanced critiques, and we aim for honest dialogue and diverse perspectives. But truthfully, we might not actually know what we are talking about. Thanks for listening anyway, and tune in every Friday for more conversations on film and culture!</p>
March 20, 2026
<p>In this episode, we discuss the latest theatrical release Project Hail Mary (or at least everything we can say about it for right now without spoiling it.) We give you our early reactions and expectations to why this story already feels like it could be a major moment for sci-fi on screen. Whether you’ve read the book or are going in completely blind, we’re unpacking what makes this movie so special and why believe it is deserving of so much attention.<br>Before the movie review we have a brief yet comprehensive chat on the Academy’s 2026 Oscar Awards. From confusing upsets to long-standing patterns in who actually wins, we’re breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and why some of these results feel frustrating in a way that goes deeper than just “your fave lost.” We cover everything from a historic cinematography win and why it matters to campaign narratives, and why not everything is about Timothee Chalamet.<br></p><p><br>Media & People of Interest Mentioned in this Episode:<br>Moonlight<br>La La Land<br>Oppenheimer<br>Parasite<br>Get Out<br>Avatar<br>Frankenstein<br>The Color Purple<br>The Banshees of Inisherin<br>The Martian<br>This Is Us<br>Project Hail Mary<br>The Odyssey<br>Interstellar<br>The Hunger Games<br>Dark Matter<br>The Echo Wife<br>Weapons<br>Hamnet<br>Sinners<br>One Battle After Another<br>Killers of the Flower Moon<br>Green Book<br>The Help<br>Marty Supreme<br>Wakanda Forever<br>Turning Point<br>Barbie<br>Ryan Coogler<br>Paul Thomas Anderson<br>Amy Madigan<br>Michael B. Jordan<br>Delroy Lindo<br>Timothee Chalamet<br>Misty Copeland<br>Disclaimer: This episode contains nuanced critiques, and we aim for honest dialogue and diverse perspectives. But truthfully, we might not actually know what we are talking about. Thanks for listening anyway, and tune in every Friday for more conversations on film and culture!</p>
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Buckle up. We have thoughts.
Dashboard Discourse is a movie review podcast hosted by two AMC A-Listers on their way to the movies. Hop in the car with Jess and Grace where we chat about life, the digital zeitgeist, and of course, our thoughts on the latest from the silver screen. We cover new releases every week with humor, strong opinions, and zero gatekeeping. Let us be your DD!
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