Two nerds who can't stop talking about Cobra Kai and the Karate Kid. Recaps, analysis, and geeky dispatches from the heart of the Miyagiverse.
When Jenny and Collin road trip to LA for PaleyFest, Karate Kid-style, they react to #CobraKai's final installment and so much more. Who won the fight for art? Does "The End Have No End," as The Strokes foretold? It's the episode with all the beats.
When our heroes tour safety schools they run afoul of their “pals” Brucks and Kyler. Meanwhile Kreese trips on cave venom and Johnny and Chozen go house hunting. It's the episode that can't believe its own episode description.
When Collin and Jenny review the middle of a season there's nothing mid about it! What will be the fallout from this disaster? How many direct flights can our characters endure? Why was Johnny backstage? It's the episode that's seen everything. And I mean everything.
When the Valley enters an alternate dimension we get to see what happens after the credits roll. Will Johnny and Chozen ever have a chill team meeting? Can Tory forget how to be “arch”? What are Miguel's big college dreams? It's the episode that enters the Right Side Up.
When Collin and Jenny binge a part of a season of Cobra Kai they must share their hot takes with the world. What happens to characters after the movie ends? Did someone commit murder most foul? And what's the legend of Mr. Miyagi's box?! It's the episode that's half of what you want and a third of something you've never had.
When the party limo posse goes rogue, Daniel's left in the lurch. Meanwhile, The Junior MiyagiFang Detective Agency plans a special op of its own. Who betrays whom? How do you dispose of a karate oligarch? Why's the detective so chatty? It's the episode with a really final finale.
When Louie takes our senseis for a night on the town, the Miyagi-Fang Junior Detectives Agency gets down to business. Can you un-perjure yourself with D&D? How did Terry find the right elevator? Where does Raymond get those wonderful toys? It's the episode that takes YOU on the run.
When Terry gets a wild hair to enter the karate World Cup, only our senseis and their students stand in the way. Can Rocky IV heal the world? Will Kenny Kill Bill? How can they be ready for a tournament in under 24 hours? It's the episode that makes every point undeniable.
When our senseis unite to save the Valley, Chozen gives the kids an eggsercise. Johnny and Daniel gather intel. Meanwhile Cobra Kai seeks leaders for the coming conflict. What's in those Snake Bites? Where does the Okinawa Rail come from? Does Terry know his ascot from a hole in the ground? It's the episode that offers you make-up Jello.
It's a livewatch! When The Karate Kid turns 40 we load up the original rehearsal tapes that John Avildsen generously posted online. Why is Lucille so sleepy? Is Pat Johnson Kreese-ly enough? Are hi-tops Miyagi's style? It's the episode that goes back to its live-commentary roots.
When Terry summons new senseis, Daniel sticks his head in his aviators. Meanwhile, Kreese gets his mojo AND his Jell-O back. Will Chozen and Johnny take it on the run? Who delivers the gut-punch retcon? It's the episode with real "dommy mommy" energy.
While Daniel's on the rocks after Terry's tricks, Johnny fights the Lincoln County War at home. Who gives Amanda the gift of 3rd-party verification? Where did Stingray score those sweet wheels? How does Terry Silver sneak up on anyone? It's the episode that replaces your PlayStation.
While Daniel and Amanda side quest at the charity auction, Johnny goes gig-olo to make up for lost bets. Does Demitri identify as a nerd or a geek? Where's Cheyenne's tofu? It's the episode that adds a proxy to the proxy war.
While Chozen and Daniel case the Furniture Barnes a Sam's run-in with her Sith doppleganger leaves her shook. Can you montage anything in the Miyagiverse? How many arms does an octopus have? It's the episode with so many forks to give.
While Johnny and Robby close in on Miguel, Daniel and Chozen move to infiltrate Terry Silver's mysterious youth movement. Has Miggy reverted back to his S1 ways? Shouldn't Robbie be wearing gloveswhen handling hot ones? Is Karate Kid (2010) Chan-non? It's the episode that goes into…the Miyagiverse.
When Johnny's hot on Miguel's trail the only thing that stands in his and Robby's way is his thirst for souvenirs. Meanwhile Chozen's playing the Fonz at the LaRusso Manse. Does every dojo need a flagship store? When is a Mexican Coke just a regular Coke, and how many minutos till Season 6? It's the episode that smashes stereos for justice.
When Collin and Jenny binge season 5 of Cobra Kai they pause and reflect on what a long strange trip it's been. Who takes it on the run and who raids the flagship store? Who didn't die, and whither season 6? It's the episode that fakes its own death...again!
It's fly or fall as senseis and students face a reckoning at the 51st All-Valley. Can Master Ron bring the magic? Does Demitri have a last name, and will Devon do our math homework? It's the episode that too big for one episode.
When Miguel and Sam head to prom; Terry ensures Robby and Tory crash the party in style. It's all bait to lure Johnny to a familiar corner. Will Stingray rejoin Cobra Kai? How Eagle is Anthony? It's the episode that's an evolving science.
While Terry and Kreese make a telling wager, Johnny's got a new role in Miggy's home, and Anthony taskrabbits his way to a black belt (not). What's with loaded potato soup? Does Sam have Eagle Fang FOMO? It's the episode that goes to the principal's office.
When new tournament rules shake the Valley, it comes with a load of baggage for everyone involved. While Johnny gets no respect from potential recruits, Terry dazzles them with fancy merch. Is Eli done with Karate? Can Sam and Tory coexist? It's the episode that embraces its queenly strength.
When Terry and Kreese slither into Miyagi-do, Daniel senseisplains the Valley and Johnny demands his due. Will a Hawk deplumed fly again? Can aggro kata contend with a badass mixtape, and how many weeks is weeks? It's the episode that checks the replay.
When our senseis wanna be Miguel's Two Dads, the result is Karate Kramer v. Kramer. Amanda confronts Tory and Robby's got a message for Johnny. Can Kreese mis-strike? Who dated Lucille, and whose Manwich is manliest? It's the episode that wants to buy you rockets.
When your hosts escape to LA, it's not all sunshine and Bob's Big Boy. We have a #CobraKai trailer and Netflix news to digest. Which dojo became a crystal shop? Is Chozen the new Uncle Bub? Who won the round at Golf N Stuff? It's the episode that's all updates.
Johnny and Daniel might be sharing food, but swapping students is harder to stomach. Kenny goes Cobra, but all Kreese wants is Terry. How does a pony tail holder turn ominous? What's more badass, a leap of faith or a grab of fish? How would Daniel do on Shark Tank? It's the episode that blew all its money in Okinawa.
When new kid Kenny becomes a fan favorite, it puts him square in Anthony's crosshairs. Meanwhile, our senseis trade trade secrets, Miyagi-for-Eagle, as Amanda and Kreese hit Unwhole Foods. How good's the gouda? Who gets an eagle name? Why do we always get into these Karate situations? It's the episode that's '...sweet!'”
While Johnny and Daniel clash over the curriculum, Kreese visits an old pal who's given up the marching powder. How many supervillains play the piano? Who's the fancy lad at the party? What does the rock say? It's the episode that thanks Cheyenne for the tofu.
When Jenny and Collin spend all night watching Cobra Kai season 4 they lose their voice but gain enlightenment. How many times can our two dads take it on the run? Who's the 1 and who's the zero in the Binary Brothers? And who to thank for the tofu? It's the episode that synthesizes its principles.
Johnny braces for a showdown with Daniel while their students square off at the LaRusso Manse. Little do the karate kids know they're the target of a covert op. How did the Cobra get his fangs? What's a croque torte? It's the episode that doesn't have a cat.
Ali's back and she's got big plans—with Johnny! And Daniel catches Sam and Miguel working on their...drum technique. Meanwhile, somebody's getting Parent Trapped. Can car talk cure all? Will Johnny down the daal? It's the episode that feels the night all over again.
Our senseis get their groove back just in time for a full Karate footloose. Miguel and Sam fight to save the All-Valley but Robby might Anakin the whole deal. How much product placement does a tourney need? Who'll smash the TV? What does the rock say? It's the episode that sweeps the rhetorical leg.
With Miguel on his feet, Johnny's got to get the dojo up and running. Meanwhile Daniel's fishing for Sam's problems. Is Yas casting for the big D? Who made Hawk, Hawk? And where's the juice bar? It's the episode with excellent headcanon.
Miggy and Johnny are bootstrapping it while the LaRussos try to get rid of Kreese the old fashioned way: with the double dip! But Kreese is already taking on new recruits. What won't Johnny do for the 'gram? Can you win a proxy war in Asia? It's the episode that goes back…to the future.
Daniel's eyeing sacred scrolls and Johnny's telling tales of old Japan, but the new Karate Kids are not all right. Are Kettle grills Hibachi by another name? Which is best, analog porn or digital? It's the episode that finds new moves at makeout point.
Defeated in Tokyo, Daniel diverts to Okinawa for a side quest. Meanwhile, Johnny's attempt to set things right puts him on a collision course with Kreese. Are Suntory highballs superior to Cutty and water? How many Cobras can dance on the head of a soccer ball? Just how much brand integration does it take to raise a village? It's the episode that took Demitri weeks to build.
Miguel’s laid up and everybody wants to help. Robby’s in juvie, Johnny’s in guilt prison, and LaRusso Auto's in the red. Does Pastor Bobby moonlight as a bouncer? How many car washes does it take to fly in an out of state surgeon? What was Johnny's plan A? It's the episode that walks away with your valuables.
Charging wooly bullies in 1965 change Kreese's life forever. Back in 2018, Johnny and Daniel's teamup leaves Robby hanging and Miguel gets hard news. Is the banana boat cursed? Can you lose a finger in a cutaway? It's the episode that takes it on the run, again!
When West Valley High declares a karate Footloose, everybody feels the consequences. Daniel and Amanda struggle with the dealership and Johnny struggles to stay upright. Will Sam make it back to school? Can Fat sandwiches make you a logistics geek? Paging Dr. 80s for the episode that becomes the dream warrior.
When Collin and Jenny spend an entire New Year’s Day binging #CobraKai Season 3, it causes no problems whatsoever and they thoroughly enjoy themselves. As podcasters, they have opinions and must broadcast them to anyone in range. Just how rad is it to see Daniel kicking ass? What is Hawk's inner conflict, and will Sam overcome her fears? It's the episode that's ready to binge again.
When he steps off the plane from Okinawa, little does Mr. Miyagi know that he’s unemployed and Daniel’s the target of an evil billionaire. Can you get revenge by proxy? Who is in the ghost car? And what’s scarier, Karate’s Bad Boy or the Devil’s Cauldron? It's the episode that dunks the bonsai machine in the foot powder as we countdown to #CobraKai season 3.
Our review of the #CobraKai S3 trailer is live! A snake-shaped spotlight in the distance pulls Jenny and Collin out of their workaday fugue, and they rush to the mic to analyze this massive infodump. Going shot by shot we ask how our heroes are gonna escape this #CruelSummer--Did QuickBooks make Kreese the ultimate SWF? Is Amanda Charlie to Johnny and Daniel's angels? It's the episode that stans Tamlyn Tomita, and so do you.
Our review of the #CobraKai S3 trailer is live! A snake-shaped spotlight in the distance pulls Jenny and Collin out of their workaday fugue, and they rush to the mic to analyze this massive infodump. Going shot by shot we ask how our heroes are gonna escape this #CruelSummer--Did QuickBooks make Kreese the ultimate SWF? Is Amanda Charlie to Johnny and Daniel's angels? It's the episode that stans Tamlyn Tomita, and so do you.
Gobsmacked by the new teaser for #CobraKai S3, your hosts had but a few hours to react! Will there be hot takes? Will we learn the true color of Johnny’s shirt? Does Hayden Schlossberg speak to you if you play it backwards? It’s the episode we made on Friday, Friday, #CobraKaiDay!
Daniel’s done with détente when he finds Sam and Robby crashed out at Johnny’s. Meanwhile, Tory Die Hards the whole school on day one. It’s a rumble for the ages and a tragic turn for one of our un-problematic faves. Can man live on fried baloney alone? Where is Chekhov’s spiked wristband? Can Karate Itself be canceled? It’s the episode that knows what you did last summer.
Robby and Sam are ready to go public when Shannon appears, ready for rehab. The Miyagi-dos regroup at Moon Base Alpha, only to discover the Cobra Kais already hitting the keg. Meanwhile Daniel and Amanda find themselves on a double date with Johnny and Carmen, and Carl Reiner is the ghost in our podcast machine. It’s the episode that’ll be your salsa sensei when everything else is just tableside guac.
With Kreese gone, Johnny asks the App Store if kicks still get chicks. Tory wins out when the karate kids clash at 80s cosplay night, but does Miguel still holds a candle (or 16) for Sam? Can a little Minute Maid and motherly advice help Daniel win Amanda back? It’s the episode where Peter Cetera is greater than sushi, and love is in the air.
While Johnny finds Kreese using Quickbooks for evil, Daniel is writing checks his sensei rep can’t cash. Will his marriage go bankrupt? Can Robby and Sam date and spar at the same time? Will Demitri anticipate something besides new comic book day? Will Johnny regain control of the dojo? It’s the episode between battles, so we call it a lull.
Back from holiday hiatus, we begin by celebrating Rob “Tommy” Garrison before reviewing some of his finest work in Season 2, Episode Six: “Take a Right.” The Valley is stricken with sensei interruptus, as Johnny is called away on an urgent mission, while the trashing of the Miyagi dojo compels Daniel to come clean about his Cobra Kai past. With Kreese left to teach Johnny’s students, a sense of foreboding descends, and nobody’s more concerned about Johnny’s fate than his pals from back in ’84.
Demitri’s choice of dojo puts him at odds with a newly-inked Hawk, but he’s nowhere near fighting shape. While Daniel reads Demitri’s doctor’s note, Johnny tells the Cobras to power forward, which means we’re gonna get a mall fight. Can Robby and Sam save both Demitri and his chicken ‘tendos? Is Hawk the Demigorgon of Valley Starcourt? And will Johnny ever see Robby again? Hop on the Miyagiverse merry-go-round!
Cobra Kai caught fire at ValleyFest, but Demitri’s not sold on the Way of the Fist, and Miguel’s not sold on Kreese. Daniel flounders at recruiting when petty theft gives Miyagi-do a viral marketing opportunity. Will Daniel take the quick and easy path? Will Sam start a food fight? And is it really possible to tail anyone in the Cobramobile? The moment of truth is upon us and the Banana Boat rides again in the episode where everybody’s a detective.
Summer is the cruelest month! Things heat up in the valley as Daniel sets off a targeted marketing arms race. Will Johnny serve up his own commercial and a side of hash browns? Will Miguel be able to forgive Johnny for keeping Robby's parentage a secret? Will Daniel be able to synergize up a big demonstration at Valley Fest? It's the episode that's back in the game.