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The Couch Potatoes
Thinking about catching a movie? Brett Megarry and Jeff Braun are our resident experts when it comes to new movies and television. Find out what is big at the box office and how many couch cushions Brett and Jeff rate it. Saturdays and Sundays at noon on 680 CJOB, and through the weekend on various Corus stations across Canada.
Episodes
The Couch PotatoesReview of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker!
Hi there! I saw Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (just got back from it as I type this), so I've got a review! Jeff reviews Marriage Story, and the latest from…
The Couch PotatoesOur favourite movies of the decade!
Hi there! This week we're counting down both of our top 10 favourite movies of the 2010s. In true Couch Potatoes fashion, Jeff's favourite is decidedly more…
The Couch PotatoesDecember Movie Preview, 'Knives Out' eview, and LOTR returns!
Hi there! It's December, which means it's time for the December Movie Preview! We also both saw 'Knives Out' this week, and Cineplex is bringing back Lord of…
The Couch PotatoesThe Irishman says it's A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood filled with Vikings
Hi there! This week, Jeff's got reviews of 'The Irishman' and 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood', I'll tee up season 6 of Vikings, and they're remaking…
The Couch PotatoesFord v Ferrari lights it up, The World According to Jelf Goldblum is scintillating, and is the MCU 'Cinema'?
Hi there! This week on The Couch Potatoes Jeff has a review of Ford v Ferrari, I checked out the new Disney+ show The World According to Jeff Goldblum, and the…
The Couch PotatoesDisney Gets An A+ For The Mandalorian!!
Yes there are other things to talk about this week, but DISNEY PLUS IS OUT AND BRETT AND JEFF ARE HOOKED ON THE BRAND NEW APP AND IT'S SIGNATURE STAR WARS…
The Couch PotatoesHis Dark Materials, Parasite, and the STREAMING WARS
Hi there. With Disney launching its streaming service next week and Apple's already launched, we'll discuss the madness that is becoming the list of streaming…
The Couch PotatoesNovember Movie Preview!
Hi there. It's the Novemember Movie Preview! And, Jeff got his Bruce Springsteen fix when he watched Western Stars, and will review it for you here!
The Couch PotatoesThe Rise of Skywalker final trailer, Watchmen is amazing, and Jeff saw The Addams Family!
Hi there! The final trailer for Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker debuted this week and it is sensational. The new series Watchmen debuted on HBO this week, and…
The Couch PotatoesEl Camino excellent, It Chapter Two great, and another big anniversary!
Hi there! This week we'll review "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" (hint: we both loved it). I have a belated review of "It: Chapter Two", Jeff tees up the new…
The Couch PotatoesProdigal Son & Evil are kinda cool, a 2nd opinion on Joker, and 20 years since (SHHH no one talks about...)
Hi there! This week on The Couch Potatoes, Jeff saw Joker this week and offered a different take than mine. I saw Hustlers, career-best for Jennifer Lopez…
The Couch PotatoesBrett says Joker is great, Jeff says The I-Land stinks
Hi there! This week we've got our October Movie Preview, and I've got a REVIEW of Joker! Jeff meanwhile checked out Ad Astra, and what many are calling the…
The Couch PotatoesFall TV Preview round 2; Jeff inhaled a Fleabag
Hi there! It's week 2 of our Fall TV Preview, Jeff watched both seasons of Fleabag after it won big at the Emmys, Jeff also watched the Downton Abbey movie and…
The Couch PotatoesFall TV Preview, & Jeff returns to the Butlerverse!
Hi there. The Fall TV season is about to get underway in full, so we'll preview all the new and returning shows coming your way this week. Also, Jeff checked…
The Couch PotatoesAmerican Horror Story returns, Face/Off getting facelift
Hi there! American Horror Story 1984 debuts this week on FX, HBO has revealed a start date for His Dark Materials, Apple is set to launch its streaming…
The Couch Potatoes'IT' leads the way for the September Movie Preview!
The long-awaited 'IT Chapter Two' is out, and it kicks off our September Movie Preview, and while it's going to be a huge movie, Jeff says there's one that's…
The Couch PotatoesThe Rise of El Camino, King of the Monster TV events!
Hi there! This week we'll discuss the debut trailer for the Breaking Bad movie 'El Camino', which was launched by Netflix on August 24th. We'll also talk about…
The Couch PotatoesTHE MATRIX 4! Spider-Man leaving the MCU?
Hi there! I'll start with a disclaimer: As of the moment I'm posting this, Spider-Man could be leaving the Marvel Cinematic Universe due to a dispute between…
The Couch PotatoesGetting pumped for Oscar bait, and revisiting a delicious classic
Hi there! This week, Jeff's getting excited for the switch from summer popcorn movies to more serious Oscar-fare, and he's also excited about what he's seen so…
The Couch PotatoesOnce Upon a Fast & Furious Time... on vacation
Hi there! The Couch Potatoes have been on separate vacations, but we managed to mangle a show together for you, complete with different perspectives on the…
The Couch PotatoesAugust Movie Preview!
Hi there! August contains what Jeff will no doubt proclaim the Best Picture of 2019, Hobbs & Shaw! The month also includes a movie about a dog, with the voice…
The Couch PotatoesOur favourite TV shows of 2019 (so far)
Hi there! Jeff's on vacation for the next couple of weeks, so we had to record the show ahead of time. How to do that, though, without it sounding TOO dated?…
The Couch PotatoesThe Emmys get SHAZAMMED on Love Island
Hi there! This week we'll discuss the Emmy nominations and make some predictions, Jeff will tell you about SHAZAM! Which he saw this week on Blu-Ray courtesy…
The Couch PotatoesStranger Things solid, Slasher a fun romp, and we'll have what she's having!
Hi there! This week I've got a review of Stranger Things 3, as well as another show I've been watching on Netflix called Slasher, and Jeff marks the…
The Couch PotatoesJuly Preview, Spider-Man Review, and Seinfeld turns 30!
Hi there! We're doing our July movie preview this month, and there's not a lot to see. BUT, there are some big ones, including Spider-Man: Far From Home, for…
The Couch PotatoesWhich Disney/Pixar movie reigns supreme?
Hi there. Since Toy Story 4 is out, the reigning box office champeen with a $120M opening weekend, we're counting down our favourite Disney/Pixar movies. Also…
The Couch PotatoesWhy is 2019's summer movie season so stinky?
Hi there. This week we'll take a look at why the summer movie season has been thus far such a dud. Also, Jeff watched a new Adam Sandler / Jennifer Aniston…
The Couch PotatoesBlack Mirror is Trapped under some Big Little Lies
Hi there! This week Jeff started watching two of my favourite shows, and I watched a show out of chronologic order! But, it was worth it. - Brett
The Couch PotatoesJune is all about creepy dolls that want to end your life
Hi there! This week, it's the June Movie Preview, and we'll tell you about the next X-Men movie, the next Toy Story movie, and two movies about scary dolls…
The Couch PotatoesHBO's Chernobyl amazes, Booksmart nails it
Hi there. Last week I promised a review of Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Turns out, I lied. I didn't go see Godzilla this week. Or, Godillza as I once put up…
The Couch PotatoesGame of Thrones delivers satisfying finale (YES THAT'S RIGHT)
Hi there. We know it was a divisive finale, but The Couch Potatoes are not divided. We were both happy with the finale for Game of Thrones, and we're hoping in…
The Couch PotatoesJohn Wick goes to Wine Country for Fire & Blood
Hi there. This week on The Couch Potatoes, Jeff is pumped to see John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum. I checked out something much more subdued on Netflix called…
The Couch PotatoesLongshot is a winner; Our Planet is tough but great
Hi there! Jeff went to see 'Longshot' this week, and says it's great! Although, he says the dirty jokes are dirty enough to even offend him a little bit. I've…
The Couch PotatoesMay Movie Preview; 2nd opinion on Avengers: Endgame
And as it turns out, that 2nd opinion... no much different than the first. OR IS IT? Also, it's May, which means we've got the May Movie Preview! And the…
The Couch PotatoesAVENGERS: ENDGAME REVIEW! (no spoilers, promise)
It's finally here! Avengers: Endgame! I've got a review. Also, Hobbs & Shaw released a new trailer, that more or less felt like the entire movie. Game of…
The Couch PotatoesTHE ENDGAME IS ALMOST HERE!!!!!
Hi there! This week on The Couch Potatoes we'll tee up Avengers: Endgame, which opens NEXT WEEK! We'll also discuss that first episode of season 8 of Game of…
The Couch PotatoesGame of Thrones! The Matrix still holds up, and Jeff reviews a classic
Hi there! This week we'll tee up the long-awaited 8th and final season of Game of Thrones. Also, I'll tell you about my experience watching The Matrix on the…
The Couch PotatoesApril Movie Preview! Jeff offers second take on "Us"
Hi there! April used to be kind of a crappy month at the movies before the Summer season started in May, but this year, much like last year, it will be home to…
The Couch PotatoesGetting 'The Dirt' on 'Us', The Matrix turns 20!
Hi there! This week, I've got a review of "Us", and am bucking the trend somewhat with my take. Jeff watched the Motley Crue movie "The Dirt" on Netflix, and…
The Couch PotatoesApollo 11 soars; HBO not so 'Sharp'
Hi there! Jeff went to see the moon landing documentary Apollo 11, and is about to hand out a rare honour. I recently watched HBO's Sharp Objects, and was so…
The Couch PotatoesCaptain Meh-vel
Hi there! I saw Captain Marvel this week. I'll explain in my review what I mean with that title. Jeff meanwhile reviewed a "classic" love story, and there's a…
The Couch PotatoesSpielberg vs. Netflix; Leaving Neverland
Hi there! This week we'll discuss Steven Spielberg setting his sights on Netflix. He wants Netflix films banned from Oscar eligibility! Is he on to something?…
The Couch PotatoesMarch Movie Preview! True Detective wrap
March is here, which means it's time for the March Movie Preview, which includes CAPTAIN MARVEL!!!! We'll also do an Oscars wrap, and we'll discuss season 3 of…
The Couch PotatoesBraun's bold prediction for Best Picture; Brett is Dating Around
Hi there! This week we'll make our Oscar picks, well, mostly Jeff cuz he's seen more of the movies than I have. We'll also discuss whether or not The Mighty…
The Couch PotatoesJeff completes his Oscars quest; Netflix fails with Polar
Hi there! This week on The Couch Potatoes, Jeff has completed his annual rite of passage by watching all eight Best Picture nominees for the Oscars. This week…
The Couch PotatoesThe Upside of asking Gotti: Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Hi there! This week at last, I finally watched that Mister Rogers documentary "Won't You Be My Neighbour?", after it arrived a Netflix on Feb 1st, and it was…
The Couch PotatoesFebruary Movie Preview! Plus, The Favourite, and Ted Bundy
Hi there! This week it's the February Movie Preview, which includes Arnold Schwarzenegger in the unlikeliest of roles. Also, Jeff continues his march towards…
The Couch PotatoesOscar noms, Vice/Glass/Bumblebee reviews, & Jeff reviews a classic!
Hi there! This week we'll weigh in on the Oscar nominations, I've got reviews of Glass, and Bumblebee. One of them was good, the other, not so much. Jeff saw…
The Couch PotatoesA True Detective gets a Sex Education
Hi there! This week we'll dive into the new season of True Detective, which just debuted on HBO. I'll tell you about a show that is an early front-runner for…
The Couch PotatoesGolden Globes surprise, Beale Street is great, & a real Netflix Turkey!
Hi there! This week, Jeff's got a review of "If Beale Street Could Talk", we'll go over the Golden Globes, preview some coming TV shows, and we'll discuss some…
The Couch PotatoesJanuary Movie Preview, & Brett gets BANDERSNATCHED!
Hi there! It's a new month, which means our monthly movie preview! There are a couple of decent films to look forward to. At least, we hope. Also, I dove into…
The Couch PotatoesOur favourite movies of 2018!
Bonus podcast! This won't air on the radio until the 29th, but you get it first because we had to record it this week! We're counting down our favourite movies…
The Couch PotatoesChristmas with The Couch Potatoes! Plus, Aquaman is big silly fun
Greetings and salutations! It's time for our annual Christmas tradition where we count down our favourite Christmas movies and TV specials. Plus, we'll discuss…
The Couch PotatoesOur favourite TV shows of 2018!
That's right, it's our first year-end special to close out 2018. This week we're counting down our favourite shows of the year, and in a couple of weeks, we'll…
The Couch PotatoesDecember Movie Preview; Green Book is Jeff Braun-approved
Hi there! Lots to unpack in the December Movie Preview, including what NEEDS to be a winner for DC. Also, Jeff saw Green Book, and he'll tell you why he loved…
The Couch PotatoesCreed II solid follow-up to both Creed AND Rocky IV
Hi there! This week I saw Creed II. As a huge fan of Rocky IV, despite the fact it's a stupid movie, I was VERY excited to see Creed II, and was pleased with…
The Couch PotatoesBrett's Netflix marathon; The Coen Brothers can do no wrong
Hi there! I came back. While I was away for a few days, I steamrolled my way through some Marvel shows on Netflix, including the handful of episodes I had left…
The Couch PotatoesJeff's Solo MEG-venture!
Jeff is on a solo mission this week, so it's an all scary movie edition of the podcast!! HAHA JK! For real though, Jeff runs down the (US) Thanksgiving feast…
The Couch PotatoesGoing Gaga over Malek in Bohemian Rhapsody
GET IT? GAGA LIKE RADIO GAGA LOL hi there it's Brett, and I've got a review of Bohemian Rhapsody. Jeff meanwhile got around to watching The Rock's movie…
The Couch PotatoesNovember Movie Preview; Adam Sandler FUNNY?
I THOUGHT I LOADED THIS WEEK'S EPISODE ON THURSDAY BUT I DID NOT LOL. This week we've got our November Movie Preview, Jeff watched the Adam Sandler special on…