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Matthew Amster-Burton and Molly Wizenberg, co-hosts of the hit comedy podcast Spilled Milk, team up with movie buff/producer Abby Cerquitella to scour Hollywood’s sexiest—and usually stupidest—movies for lessons in how to live, love, and get laid as much as Michael Douglas did in the 90s.

Molly Wizenberg, Matthew Amster-Burton, and Abby Cerquitella


    • Jun 22, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 7 EPISODES


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    S1E6: Sliver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 52:03


    Today we encounter more doppelgängers, salacious gossip and a ton of mirrors as we discuss Sliver. Fly into a volcano, strip in the Truffle House and hack computers to discover why everyone owns a telescope and what the real point of sex is.

    S1E5: Body Heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 48:33


    Today we brave sweat, wind chimes and stupid men as we discuss Body Heat. We aren't prepared to see Mickey Rooney, clowns or black tubs, but are at least wearing our own bodies. We find out why murders are like babies and what to do about overly moral detectives.

    S1E4: Indecent Proposal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 50:27


    This episode sums up everything about podcasting that matters to us so get ready. As we discuss Indecent Proposal, we learn that bricks have aspirations and wigs are great at de-aging. Be sure to BYOG (Bring Your Own Globe) when you pickup your new hippo, and beware the cuckoo!

    S1E3: 9 1/2 Weeks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 50:45


    Today we find out that love isn't all ferris wheels and balloons as we discuss 9.5 Weeks, the gum of erotic thrillers. We learn about giant fantasies, mattress sales and get more etymology than we bargained for. Tip: don't watch this movie.

    S1E2: Disclosure

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 52:23


    Today we meet Sex Symbol Donald Sutherland and Father of the Year Michael Douglas as we discuss the "erotic thriller" Disclosure. We learn about databases and Disneyland, syringes and VR, but never what Arcamax is. Enjoy this "slight mystery in an office setting" - sincerely A. Friend Note: This episode has a few audio hiccups due to remote recording logistics. Forgive us!

    S1E1: Body of Evidence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 44:21


    Join us on a journey to that most erotic of cities, Portland Oregon, as we discuss Body of Evidence. Today we learn about VCR settings, how to use nipple clamps, the recipe for funky sex, and much more.

    Introducing Dire Desires

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 1:49


    Dire Desires: Life Lessons from Classic Erotic Thrillers. Coming soon from the creators of Spilled Milk. Matthew Amster-Burton and Molly Wizenberg, co-hosts of the hit comedy podcast Spilled Milk, team up with movie buff/producer Abby Cerquitella to scour Hollywood’s sexiest—and usually stupidest—movies for lessons in how to live, love, and get laid as much as Michael Douglas did in the 90s. Season 1 covers six erotic classics, including Indecent Proposal, Body Heat, and Disclosure.

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