Should They Watch It?
Before you commit to what could be your child's next favorite TV show, we’ll break down the good, the bad, and the downright annoying of the many TV programs available to your little ones.
Episodes
In this week's podcast, we discuss Kara and Michael's favorite YouTube channel...Snake Discovery! Kara takes us on a tour of their own little reptile zoo and fills us in on her true feelings about Snake Discovery.
This week we go where the podcast hasn't gone before...YouTube! We're starting off with Brina and Arthur's favorite channel...Jillian and Addie! Haven't heard of it? Neither had Kara. So tune in and learn together! And while we're here...let's talk all things YouTube and parenting, shall we?
Did you know three popular characters from Sesame Street have been turned into robots and given their own show? Kara didn't know either - but thankfully Brina brought Mecha Builders to the podcast for us to review! This preschool hit from 2022 seems like a slam-dunk YES...but is it? Tune in to Should They Watch It to find out!
This week, we're reviewing Ready Jet Go! from PBS Kids. Our review leads to a conversation about Brina's son's new glasses and Kara's kiddo's new hobby. Let us know what you think about this week's review!
On this week's podcast, we're headed to 1982 California to see if Steven Spielberg's beloved E.T. still holds up today. There may be a few things you don't remember from this classic that might be inappropriate for younger viewers. Plus, we take a deep dive on fun facts from filming you may not know about!
This week, we're going to boldly go where no podcast has gone before with our review of Star Trek: Prodigy. This most recent journey with the Star Fleet is aimed at those 7-plus, and we're going to let you know if it's worth the trip into the great beyond. Tune in and let us know what you think!
You may remember the 90's hit, Matilda starring Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman. Netflix has now brought us Matilda the Musical, based more closely on the original novel and the broadway musical of the same name. A musical? For kids? Seems like a slam-dunk, right? Well, it's not going to be right for ALL kids and we'll break down the details as to why in this week's podcast.
This week, Brina and Kara are diving into the MEGA hit - Paw Patrol. Your kids are likely eating out of their Paw Patrol dishes while wearing their Paw Patrol jammies and playing with their Paw Patrol playset...but what do we think of this series overall? And exactly how does this lead to a conversation about capitalism and our government?! Oh boy, we're bringing all the crazy theories and fun facts this week - tune in!
Netflix has a new original show: My Dad the Bounty Hunter, which brings us space exploration, alien battles, and some intense family drama - all in one! This very original CGI animation is one you won't want to miss...but there are some things you should be aware of before viewing with your younger children. We'll let you know all of our thoughts (there are definitely spoilers) and wrap it up with a discussion about a cou...
This week, we're headed back to the late 80's to discuss a movie from our childhoods...Beetlejuice! Starring Michael Keaton, Geena Davis, Catherine O'Hara, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin and more, does this star-studded movie hold up in today's world? We'll dissect it and see!
Trigger Warning: death, grief, and suicide
Super Kitties debuted on Disney+ in January of this year. Have you seen it yet? Brina and Kara let you know if your kids should watch it, while also discussing their own Super Kitties at home...and an hot news topic making the rounds right now. Tune in and let us know what you think!
This week, Brina and Kara review the new Netflix original, Sonic Prime! Brina grew up with the Sonic franchise - so she's very excited to dig in and share her thoughts on this new series. Our host's review ends in a discussion about children's birthday parties...tune in and let us know how you feel!
We are so excited to welcome Kara's new co-host, Brina Palencia to the podcast! Brina has over 20 years experience in the entertainment industry and is also a mom that loves to watch TV with her son! While Brina has spent decades working in theatre and TV, she is most well-known for her voice work in some of the most popular anime in the country. So what better way to start her off than by reviewing one of the most well-known ...
Thank you for joining us throughout 2022 as we reviewed dozens of your kiddo's favorite TV shows and movies! As you may have seen on social media, Laura has made the decision to leave the podcast to focus on work and family and we wish her all the best in her new adventures. We'll be announcing Kara's new cohost in January, with new episodes headed your way in February!
With 2022 coming to a close, Kara ask...
Laura and Kara will be taking a little break for the holidays (returning January 17th), but before they leave you to your turkey, holiday gifts and Should They Watch It episode-catch-up time...they are reviewing Mighty Ducks: Game Changers on Disney+. Emilio Estevez returns to reprise his role as Gordon Bombay, and we have thoughts about this updated version of a classic underdog story. Does it hold up? Is it worth the watch? Tune ...
Who could have dreamed we'd have so much to say about 1991's Drop Dead Fred?! Joined by Nate Newman from the (Not So) Secret Dads Business Podcast, we dive deep and cover topics from mental health to fascinating facts about the original casting. So grab your favorite imaginary friend and join us for one wild ride!
Alexis from popular Instagram, Satirical Mommy, joins us to discuss one of her favorite educational programs: AlphaBlocks! This might seem like a slam-dunk yes, but one of our hosts has some serious concerns about this show. IS it going to teach your kids to read properly? We've consulted a phonics expert to find out. Plus, the ladies give you additional apps, toys and games that will help your children learn to read. We'...
Bring your Earth-tones, your love of nature, and your best British accent...we are reviewing the Netflix hit, Hilda! Clearly, this show has a LOT of fans...but what do Laura and Kara think? Grab your favorite troll bestie and tune in to find out!
The Marvel Universe has a new saga aimed at tweens and teens- Ms. Marvel - showing on Disney+. Fans online are giving this show mixed reviews, but what do Laura and Kara think? Kara is transported back to her childhood after watching, and we also learn Laura's husband is a Marvel Mega-fan. What do you think? Tune in and let us know! Plus - Laura watched Hocus Pocus 2 and gives us her review at the end of the podcast...yay Spoo...
We know you've heard of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - it's a monster of a franchise that's been around for decades! But this week, we're headed back to 1990 to discuss the original TMNT movie. How does it hold up in today's world? Joining us is Swanka Burnette from The Quick Critic - who happens to be a GIANT fan of this movie and is ready to defend why he thinks it's a must-watch for everyone! But wi...
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