I Love You and I Like You: A Parks and Recreation Podcast

Comedian and writer Heather Woodward (Yeti, Elite Daily, Betch!) comes on the show, ready to stare into satan’s butthole. We share stories of aggressively quitting jobs, declare our love for the couple of Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, and once again ask WHO’S YOUR TAMMY?? Plus, Stephen shares his story of working with Nick Offerman (spoiler, he’s the nicest), and how he pretended to be a lifeguard for Nick Offerman, Alyse Jerry’s it by making some bad radishes, and almost poisoning everyone at her wedding, and Heather shares a story that devolves into… 9/11, and then we can’t stop talking about it. And we play a few rounds of “Would You Rather”, check out a fantastic Pawnee Mural, and as always TREAT OURSELVES! Season 2, Episode 8 - Ron and Tammy written by Mike Scully, directed by Troy Miller Original Air Date: November 5, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Swan Song by Kyle Brand Support the Show by Shopping on Amazon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Talented comedian and linebacker Chad Westbrook (The Audacity) comes on the show with a lot of anxiety about throwing a party and talks about Season 2 Episode 7 Greg Pikitis! We really sings the praises of Burt Macklin FBI. We also talk about GHB choice drug of Gwyneth Paltrow, who you’ll find on the streets slingshotting that drug to unsuspecting bystanders. Stephen breaks down what percentage of whimsey makes it into this episode, Alyse holds some resentment for her older brother not pretending to be their dad to get her out of school, and Chad confidently asserts he knows how to play all the games before we tell them what we are. And we make up fun costumes for people to wear this Halloween, only after Stephen expresses some frustration with the actor who played Greg Pikitis, Cody Klop. Season 2, Episode 7 - Greg Pikitis  Written by Mike Schur directed by Dean Holland. Original Air Date: October 29, 2009. Pawnee Mural - Agreed Though - Art by Saccharine Peccadillo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hillary Matthews (Alex, Inc, Drunk History, Elite Daily Show) and her special envoy comes to visit the show to talk about season 2 episode 6 of Parks and Recreation, Kaboom! We Kaboom this episode, with the realest conversation about whether or not Andy has really moved out of the pit or not, and notice the small detail of Leslie and Andy having the same fake neck brace! Also, we check our bank statements for embarrassing purchases, and find Dollywood T-Shirts, all 62 original Goosebumps books, and Halloween costumes that never came. Plus, Stephen really freaks out on Paul Scheer, saying he MUST take Stephen out on a Boat with Aziz & Huebel, Alyse shares as a child she was very concerned about not having enough boxes, and Hillary gets to try a brand new weird game, Ann You Beautiful Tropical Fish. Kaboom (Season 2, Episode 6) Written by Aisha Muharrar directed by Charles McDougall. Original Air Date: October 22, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Andy’s nude visit by Daphne Hutcheson See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Robin Higgins (Reductress, Higgs Weldon) and her special envoy comes to visit the show to talk about season 2 episode 5 of Parks and Recreation, Sister City! We come up with a whole bunch of crimes that if you do, you should go to jail. Plus we find out that you can learn a lot about geopolitics from the Bravo reality show Shahs of Sunset. And we discuss our morals, and if we could marry a gross old man for the money. Plus, we learn that Alyse lived amongst the rich when she was young, Stephen admits to looking into having a famous band play at his wedding, and Robin educates us about Oakland, and valence electrons. Sister City (Season 2, Episode 5) Written by Alan Yang, directed by Mike Schur Original original air date October 15, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Ron by Austin Hillebrecht (Twitter, Instagram) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Colton Dunn (Brett on Parks and Recreation, Superstore, Key and Peele) joins helps us get over our fear of dating by talking about Practice Date! Plus, Alyse talks about her fear that led to her freaking out about her birthday plans, Stephen admits to following some embarrassing Tim Ferriss advice, and it’s not rubbing on a vagina for hours, and Colton schools Stephen on why all the shows he refuses to like are actually really good. And, back by popular demand, we’ve got another edition of Yo Jean Ralphio Raps! And, because why not, we come up with secret musical personalities a la Duke Silver; Dante Velvet on the Harmonica, Cissy Leche on the Oboe, and Dustin Storm on the double necked guitar. Practice Date (Season 2, Episode 4) Written by Harris Wittels, directed by Alex Hardcastle original air date October 8, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Neill Cameron’s Series called, Parks and Trek. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cassi Jerkins (Dumb Nerds) guests this week and we carefully judge this episode (Beauty Pageant) on it’s merits, not just because it’s the hot one! We talk about what our talents would be if we were in a beauty pageant, spoiler: we’re not sure we’re up for it! Plus Alyse admits to rummaging through people’s medicines cabinets, Stephen’s doctors think he’s a woman, and Cassi comes in with a hot take, Susan (the not hot one) ain’t that great! Finally we talk some good government news out of Nevada, where they’re making sure people drive fast, and we try to learn, WHO’S YOUR ANN! Season 2, Episode 3 - Beauty Pageant Written by Katie Dippold, directed by Jason Woliner Original Air Date: October 1, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Cast by Norman Dapito See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s another special WHERE ARE THEY NOW episode about the 2017 feature film, Ingrid Goes West, starring Aubrey Plaza, Elizabeth Olson (not Kaitlin), and O'Shea Jackson Jr. And talking with us about the film, which we all saw together at a jam packed screening, is Sarah Malone and Cody Kopp! We talk about all the super scary movies that are coming soon that we saw the trailers for, including Happy Death Day, Mother, It, and the creepy Hi Stranger short film. Alyse is accused of being exactly like the titular Ingrid. Cody and Stephen get in deep talking about Tom Cruise, who never appears once in this movie. Sarah plugs Moon Juice, while wishing O’Shea Jackson’s character wouldn’t be such a big dummy, cause INGRID CRAZY. Plus, the four of us, some real LA insiders, talk about the geography of this movie where Ingrid gets a haircut an hour away from her home, and pays far too much for in rent. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Greg Nix (Ducksnort) joins the podcast to dive deep in the Parks and Recreation joy. Alyse admits Mark and Anne’s dating is kinda cute, which Greg happily backs up even saying he has a soft spot for Paul Schneider. And, we all admit to sneaking out of our houses, except Greg, who it turns out, was a good kid. Also, we found out Alyse is the Jerry/Larry/Gary of her office. And, Alyse admits to crashing Stephen’s birthday party when they met, Stephen recounts more than a few Friends episodes, and Greg embodies Chris Traeger in our TRAEGER WARNING! Season 2, Episode 2 - The Stakeout  Written by Rachel Axler, directed by Seth Gordon Pawnee Murals - Illustration by Phil Noto with a  piece called swivel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tara Copeland finally says everything you want to be said about Season 2 of Parks and Recreation. Tara comes in with some cool wedding tips for the ladies, that pun is very much intended, you’ll get it when you listen. And, Tara’s of the opinion that once the writers learned to write what Amy is good it, that’s when the show starts getting good. We try to figure out if Flipper the dolphin fought crime (he did), gab about Chris Pratt turning it around, and we debut a brand new game, “Yo Jean Ralphio Raps.” Plus, Stephen figures out he’s reached his maximum potential, Tara plays Traeger Warning and exclaims she may have queefed it, and Alyse helps come up with some zoo promotions. Season 2, Episode 1 - Pawnee Zoo  Written by Norm Hiscock, directed by Paul Feig original air date: September 17, 2009 Pawnee Murals - Illustrator Vicky Ryan’s Parks and Rec cast as Superheroes. Show Notes: Our Guest: Tara Copelan The ShowTwitterFacebookInstagramiTunesAlyse’s TwitterStephen’s TwitterSupport the Show by Shopping on Amazon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Billy Merritt (Parks and Recreation, Steven Universe, GTA5) rocks out talking all about parks and recreation. We cover our thoughts on the grand finale that ends with Andy on the outs, and Mark down in the pit. And, we debut a new game, TRAEGER WARNING! Plus, Stephen seductively invites Billy to play video games, Alyse admits to realizing she was on a date when she didn’t think she was, and Billy comes in hard with the endorsement of Dudamel and going to the LA Phil. Sadly, Stephen made a recording error towards the end, and we try to recreate the magic of conversation. Today’s Pawnee Mural is called “Raining Breakfast” by Fantasy System Season 1, Episode 6 - Rock Show  Written by Norm Hiscock, directed by Mike Schur original Air Date May 14, 2009 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Becca Scott (Geek & Sundry, Comedy Bang Bang (Featured Extra), Go90 Series Tween Fest) gets a new haircut to join the episode. We cover our thoughts on the first season of P&R, through conversation about The Banquet. And we talk about how Stephen Colbert definitely has a night time assistant to take notes on his night thoughts, and how our parents reacted to our wedding engagements. Plus, Stephen reveals that he’s constantly be pranked by waiters, Alyse comes up with driving personality for cars that drive themselves, and Becca talks extensively about vaginal anatomy. Fan art of the episode by Sam Spratt with a piece called Ron Swanson : United States of Swanson Edition Season 1, Episode 5 - The Banquet  Written by Tucker Cawley, directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller, original Air Date May 7, 2009 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s a special BONUS EPISODE on the 2017 Feature Film “The Little Hours” starring Alison Brie, Aubrey Plaza, and Kate Micucci. We’ve decided it’s important for us to cover when the Parks cast does movies, And, to help us do it, we brought on Chase McCown  (The Bitter Waiter, Brunch). We cover what we think of the movie beat by beat, from the early scenes with Nick Offerman, to the middle where there’s a LOT of sex, all the way to the ending with a harrowing escape. Needless to say, there are spoilers. And, Stephen says a sentence that should never be said when talking about the trailers before the movie, Chase brings some historical knowledge about the use of the letter Z instead of S, and Alyse notes we see a LOT of bush in this movie, but not one goddamn dick! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Will Hines (Brooklyn 99, Don’t Get Me Started, Screw It We’re Just Gonna Talk About the Beatles) crashes the show and crashes the boys club that is this episode. And, we wanna warn you right now, this episode, is NOT weird. Consider yourself warned. We cover our thoughts on this episode, and during the conversation we create 6 rules to run the government and I think the government will fail. And, Stephen shares some production magic on how they movie poop, Alyse treats herself with expensive yet too large jeans, and Will Hines gets tricked into confessing his drug use.   Fan art of the episode by Kimmy Arts with a piece called “Portrait of April Ludgate”   Season 1, Episode 4 - Boys’ Club  Written by Alan Yang, directed by Michael McCullers, original Air Date April 30, 2009 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s a special BONUS EPISODE of I Love You and I Like You Covering the 2017 Feature Film “The House” starring Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, and Jason Mantzoukas. We decided we love Amy Poehler SO MUCH, it was necessary for us to cover the release of this film. And, to help us do it, we brought on the Emmy Nominated Ross Buran (Gay of Thrones, Throwing Shade). We cover what we think of the movie beat by beat, from the early and tasteless rape joke, to the middle where we get funny nicknames for all the characters, right up to the heartwarming ending. Needless to say, there are spoilers. And, Stephen drops some knowledge on what a MacGuffin is, Ross gives some insight into the financing of a Tahoe trip, and Alyse confesses to hit Stephen multiple times with a golf club. Plus, we get some fun nicknames of our own. Listen and tell us what you think your nickname would be! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alison Becker aka Shauna Malwae-Tweep (Parks and Recreation, VH1's Top 20 Video Countdown, Kroll Show) is on the show! Today, we’re talking Parks and Recreation S1E3 “The Reporter” where Leslie invites a reporter to cover the Pit to Park project. Alison gives us a special I Love You and I Like You moment from BEHIND THE SCENES! And we play some games where we practice staying on message just like Leslie does. Plus, we talk about some good government news, pitch some ideas for Tom’s companies, and laugh a LOT! Take an iPad on your way out. Season 1, Episode 3 - The Reporter   Written by Dan Goor, directed by Jeffrey Blitz, original Air Date April 23, 2009 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re back with the second episode and incredible guest Ben Siemon (Crazy Ex Girlfriend, Adam Ruins Everything, Freak Dance). We’re talking the second episode (originally NOT the second episode) of Parks and Recreation S1E2 “Pilot” where Leslie tries to get people to come out to her community forum, and it goes poorly! We talk about how the first season of P&R is less than perfect, and maybe just skippable and cringy. Plus, we all share unpopular opinions, and Ben comes in hot with which Sister Act is best. And we speculate on the size of penises of our friends. And Ben treats himself with a Whopper Meal, and we play some game, and have a great time. Episode two, DONE. Take an iPad on your way out. Season 1, Episode 2 - Canvassing Written by Rachel Axler, directed by Seth Gordon, original Air Date April 16, 2009. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s the first official episode with incredible guest Ian Roberts (Key and Peele, Get Hard, Parks and Recreation). We’re talking the debut episode of Parks and Recreation S1E1 “Pilot” where we get to meet the hero of the show Leslie Knope, and start her journey of filling in the pit. Ian tells us some behind the scenes factoids about being on the show. Plus we play some games with Ian Roberts, and he tells us the great reason he had for sawing his brand new shoes in half in his Jerry’d It moment. And we we talk about some Parks and Recreation fan art, pitch some companies for Tom Haverford, and more! Parks and Recreation S1E1 “Pilot” Written by Greg Daniels & Michael Schur, directed by Greg Daniels, original Air Date April 9, 2009 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to I Love You and I Like You! A brand new weekly podcast where we talk about the already classic NBC Comedy, Parks and Recreation. In this episode your hosts, Alyse Michele and Stephen Perlstein, run you through what this show is gonna be all about, and Plus we share our weekly “Jerry’d Its” where Alyse almost ruins a surprise party, and Stephen cause a bug infestation and gets proved to be an idiot by a teenager. And, we treat ourselves with some stuff for Alyse’s birthday! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.