Better Friends Watching Friends Podcast

It's a juicy one! Ross discovers Rachel has feelings for him and they FINALLY get their first *real* kiss. Join us as we unpack this emotionally charged episode and say a final farewell (ya done) to Julie. Peppered into the discussion are also things that don't work, like bike shorts with K-Mart sweatshirts, tiny wine glasses, and half-time cat sharing. 

We explore the most insufferable episode yet, exploring the social dynamics of Team Rich (Ross, Chandler and Monica) vs Team Poor (Phoebe, Rachel and Joey) as their friendships becomes "awkward and bumpy." Also, we decide it's a perfectly acceptable practice to order only a side salad for dinner. #extrajabby

Guest Briana Reijnen joins us to discuss nipples, body image, and cliches. Did you know the friends represent the seven deadly sins, and that their clothes finally fit? Let's slap a hat on that forehead and talk about nubbins!

Ashley and Sarah dive into Heckle's last episode to unpack Chandler's insecurities, discover the origin of the adam's apple, and revel in Phoebe and Ross' conflict over science and evolution.

Mom life took us away for a few months, but we are back and we really lean into momming... Join us to discuss how this episode relates to elements of the Hero's Journey, how Ross is a big ol' baby, cologne ingredients, and so much info about breastmilk.

We're back for another season, and like Ross, there is a new baby in our lives! Join us while we rewatch our favorite episodes and try to remember fun Friends triva, despite our millennial mom brains.

It's our first finale, and Season 1 has been a fun ride! Join us as we explore Jane Austin parallels, fertility studies, and fashion that is "90s fine." 

The stars have aligned, because at the time of recording, Sarah is ALSO about to give birth. This was a good one, despite the congestion. We discuss how antiquated the 90s sitcom format now is, Rachel's doctor complex, drop-foot syndrome, and how we thought Jonathan Silverman was in more things.

There are some things just off about this episode...but we sure have a great time trying to figure them out! Monica's new love interest is supposed to be 17 but looks like a 40 year-old-dad, we can't remember all the components of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, and WHY ARE THERE SO MANY BINDERS (for the WENUS)? 

How much do you love Drunk Monica? How much does a WonderMop actually cost? Why is there a bucket of communal shoes? How dangerous is it really to keep a monkey as a pet? Join us as we lament over all the skills we wish we had and debate how to spell "joozje"...tszuj? zhush? (A real spelling may not actually exist.)

Ready to spill the tea? It's been awhile (or ever?) since we've been in the dating scene, but join us as we debate dating etiquette and the reported timeline of the "official" Rachel haircut. Also this episode: why one should never wear buttons over buttons, dork awards, and Mr. Peanut's given name.

Ashley and Sarah agonize over all the chances Ross and Rachel allow to slip through their fingertips while Marcel explores the girl's apartment building and eventually finds himself playing dress-up with Mr. Heckles.  And we celebrate the appearance of Marla Hooch! #aleagueoftheirown

Do you know where to get the #1 best pizza in NYC or how much poker the cast of Friends actually played off-set? Join us to discuss everything about the poker episode!

We continue this two-parter to discuss pregnant baby dreams, George Clooney's grooming techniques, becoming our mothers, and the unexpected luxury of shelled pistachios. There's plenty of Friends stuff too.

Sarah and Ashley dive into the first Friends NBC crossover episode, where Mad About You and Friends collide through the character of Phoebe's twin Ursula. Also, lamaze, spanish dubbing, ice capades, and (of course) monkeys.

This was one of our favorites... listen in to find out where you can find your wenis and hear us fawn over Jon Lovitz. Tartlets! Tartlets! Tartlets!

Misogynistic firefighters, mean friends, and mopey exes...While this wasn't our favorite episode, Janice saves the day.

It's The One With Our First Guest! Our good friend Galen joins us to dish on alien costume fashion, dropping in on friends of friends to use their facilities, and why everyone should use the anatomically correct terms for all the parts. Also, the shock when we discover our parents are flawed humans and the importance (or not) of good knife skills.

Ever wonder why white women think they should eat their placentas? Do you know the vast rainbow of variety that exists within the Pringles flavor canon? Join Ashley and Sarah to dive into an array of exhilarating topics, specifically examining why this might be the worst episode of Friends to exist, but also why we still love it.

Sarah wins trivia this week! Join us as we discuss the brief history of romance novels, the importance of hospital security, and examples of gross PDA that we would never tolerate. We also tackle the age-old question on Friends: how long has it been?

Join us as we break down the Friends reunion special on HBO max in this very special mini-episode!  

Sarah and Ashley discuss Temptation Island, the sports time vortex, Seattle men with dogs, Russian geography, and nipples. We also reflect on the genius of Hank Azaria and wonder why we needed a monkey so soon in the series.

Join us as we dive into the origin and rise of Friendsgiving, motivational aerobic exercise videos, living with ducks, and of course, fashion faux pas. Also (and most importantly: Ashley and Sarah bond over the right way to eat cereal. You are welcome.

With new updated production sound (*enhance*) Ashley and Sarah discuss funeral etiquette and debunk the cancer-causing myth of artificial sweeteners (we think). Also, lots of fashion advice, giggles, and forkchops.

When is a vestibule more than an atrium? Where is the line for the "friend zone?"  Join Ashley and Sarah on this very special episode full of terrible sweaters, candlewax, cat puppets and supermodels. 

This week, we dive into our burgeoning old-man crushes on director James Burrows and explore the concept of butt doubling (#butting). We also navigate topics such as polyamory, winning the fight against a good night's sleep, and the inevitability of slowly becoming our mothers. It's a top-to-bottom, straight-up yikes.

When is a date really a date? What are those weird triangle pieces in sports bras? And exactly how many espresso shots does it take for a caffeine overdose? We've got your answers, along with some uberfacts that are as strong as Ross' manly soap.

Ashley and Sarah reconnect over their own girls nights and still not having a "plan."  Also discussed: first jobs, losing one's virginity, and the dangers of hockey. Who is the worst this week, and who won the episode? Also...is George Stephanopoulos hot?     

Sarah and Ashley give updates on how quarantine is going and connect over Sarah's turkey bag quar story. Getting into the episode, we also break down what kind of soda factory would allow such a brazen quality assurance nightmare, and if you were suddenly missing a thumb, wouldn't you notice right away and shut down the entire operation? Also, sound effects.

This week we dive into terrible 90's fashion, family issues, thigh masters, nicknames, and #backfacts.

In the debut of this belovedly flawed podcast, Sarah and Ashley awkwardly introduce themselves (and their friendship) and dive into the pilot episode of Friends, giving their "professional" insight and opinions on the origination, creation, and casting of this iconic TV series.