Reel and Wine

Leslie and Erik are back to talk about killer shows! Join them as they take a deep dive into the world of fictional serial killers from some of your favorite T.V. shows. From Netflix to BBC and beyond. Enjoy!

What is worse than when a good movie makes a bad sequel? In this blast from the past episode, Leslie and Erik are joined by a few friends to discuss sequels to movies that they can NOT stand! Listen in on this free for all hate fest. Enjoy! 

Erik and Leslie are joined by Joseph, John and newcomer Elise to discuss all things C.S. Lewis! Listen in as they talk about Narnia, Screwtape Letters, his amazing writing style, and, of course, his friendship with Tolkien. Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik sit down to talk about some of Hollywood's biggest sex symbols as well as the pop culture news of the day. Enjoy!

If you are like Erik and Leslie and need a good cry after the millennium that was 2020, look no further! Listen in as Erik and Leslie count down the movies that make them cry, from the good and cathartic, to the angry and sad, and everything in-between. Enjoy!  

In this episode recorded in February, Erik and Leslie are joined by Margaret to discuss famous breakups! Listen in as Erik goes over some of history's biggest breakups and Margaret fills all of us in on what breakups have been rocking the Gen Z world. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie dedicate their first podcast of the new year to two of their favorite shows: The Crown and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel! Listen in as they discuss The Crown, Part 3, and all three seasons of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Enjoy! 

Erik and Leslie are back with Leslie's brother Joseph to talk about movies that you might not have heard of or seen, but definitely should have. Join us as we discuss children movies, indie gems, and much more. Don't sleep on this episode! 

Erik and Leslie are joined by Leslie's brother John to talk about what is going on in the world of Miley Cyrus (spoiler: it's a lot of weird drama). Listen is as they discuss her history with Liam, her recent romantic mishaps, and, of course, what each of them are currently binging! Enjoy! 

Erik and Leslie sit down to discuss Erik's favorite topic: the It movies! Listen in as they discuss the brilliance of the first one, the disappointment of the second, and what they would have done to fix some of the many problems with It Chapter 2. Enjoy! 

Erik and Leslie sit down to discuss Bachelor in Paradise and the 2019 Emmys in this not so mini minisode! Listen in as they make a case for Blake NOT being the villain everyone thinks he is, how Demi is NOT the hero everyone thinks she is, and how this this year's Emmys fashion was NOT up to par. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by their good friend Anne to talk about the show Madmen! Listen in as they discuss their favorite and least favorite characters, why Don Draper is the worst (but Jon Hamm is the best), and what they think happened to the characters after the show. Enjoy!

We are back! Erik and Leslie are joined by Joseph to discuss those movies that make their blood broil (that's right, broil, not boil!) Listen in as they talk about the movies that, for one reason (or many) they just can NOT stand. Get ready for all of the feelings and a whole lot of wine! Enjoy!

In honor of Good Friday and the Easter Season, Leslie and Erik sit down to talk about one of their favorite topics: Catholic Movies! Listen in as they list their favorites (and not-so-favorites) and discuss their favorite confessional scenes. Enjoy! 

Leslie and Erik sit down to discuss the Fyre Festival scandal! Listen in as they compare the Netflix and Hulu documentaries and the idea of Instagram influencers in our world today. Plus, Leslie can't help but try and diagnose Billy Mcfarland! Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik sit down to talk about the Grammys! Listen in as they talk about their favorite performances of the night, go over the winners, and discuss the biggest snubs. Enjoy!

It is finally here! The first annual Leslick Awards!! Listen in as Erik, Leslie, and John announce the nominees (and their reasoning behind each) and then give out the amazing (and hilarious) awards to the winners. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by all the Farrells and Leslie's neighbors to discuss the Redwall books! Listen in as they discuss their favorite books, characters, and what they liked about the PBS series. Enjoy! 

Erik and Leslie sit down to talk about a few of their favorite things (well, sort of). Listen in as they discuss how Ariana Grande is working too hard, the disaster of Rent: Live, and what they are currently binging. Enjoy! 

Erik, Leslie, John, James, and Elijah finish their discussion on their favorite scripts! Listen in as they each talk about their favorite adaptations and their favorite original screenplays. Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik are joined by John and John's good friend Elijah to discuss their favorite pieces of writing! Listen in as they delve into what makes or breaks a script and their least favorite adapted screenplays. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie say goodbye to Soundcloud (and hello to Podbean) with this Golden Globes Minisode! Listen in as they discuss the highlights of the evening as well as all of the red carpet drama. Enjoy!

Leslie, Erik, and John continue with their picks of the creepiest kids movies ever made! Listen in as they each say their favorites (or worst?) along with a couple unhonorable mentions. Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik are joined by John as they discuss movies that were advertised as children's movies...but maybe shouldn't have been. In this first of a two-part episode, the three discuss Watership Down, The Rescuers, and the odd things in movies that make them cry. Enjoy!  

Reel and Wine is a year old! Listen in as Erik and Leslie talk about the woes of technology, how they love podcasting, what they are currently watching right now (Downton Abby, Mom, and Catfish: can you guess who is watching which?), and, of course Real Housewives! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are once again joined by Suzanne and John to discuss Stephen King! Listen in as they talk about what they love about Stephen King...and what they could do without. Plus their all-time favorite Stephen King books and movies! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by Suzanne and John on a dark and stormy night to discuss horror movies! Listen in as Leslie and John review the newest Halloween movie, the group discusses the movies that scared the pants off of them, their favorite horror villains, and much, much, more! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie sit down to discuss cancelled TV shows and reboots! Listen in as they discuss the shows that they believe were cancelled too soon, as well as the most recent reboots and renewals. Enjoy!

In their second ever minisode, Leslie and Erik discuss Princess Eugenie's wedding, the announcement of Meghan Markle's pregnancy, and, of course, Real Housewives news! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie sit down and talk about road trip movies! Listen in as Leslie talks about her family favorite: It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World and Erik talks about his favorite Thelma and Louise!!! Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik sit down to discuss one of their new favorite movies Crazy Rich Asians, and one of their old favorites Joy Luck Club! Listen in as Erik describes why Joy Luck Club is one of the best cathartic movies of all time and the differences between the book of Crazy Rich Asians and the movie. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie sit down to discuss one of their new favorite movies: A Simple Favor! Listen in as they discuss how amazing Blake Lively is, and talk about two criminally underrated woman-power movies: Ocean's 8 and Ghostbusters. Enjoy!

Leslie, Erik and John sit down to discuss one of their favorite shows The Good Place! Listen in as they talk about the brilliance of Kristen Bell and how things are not always as they seem. Also, listen as they discover who the Emmy winners are and their reactions! Enjoy.

For the last installment of their Harry Potter podcasts, Leslie and Erik are joined by their good friend Kelli! Listen in as they discuss the seventh book and Kelli explains the intricacies of horcruxes. Enjoy!

In this sixth installment, Erik and Leslie are joined by Leslie's brother Joseph! Listen in as they discuss Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, the psychopathy of Voldemort, and why Professor Slughorn is the bomb! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by Leslie's sister Margaret to talk about Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! Listen in as they talk about the loopholes of Dementors and why Luna Lovegood is the hero of the series! Enjoy...

Erik and Leslie's first ever Minisode! Listen in as they discuss the VMAs (The glitz! The glamour! The dullness...) and Erik fills us in on the latest Real Housewives news! Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by John, Joe, and Giuliano to discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Listen in as they all discuss why only Death Eaters are allowed to have tattoos, the problem of port keys, and their indisputable theory that all of the wizarding buildings were built by muggles. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie are joined by their good friend Anne to discuss Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Listen in as they discuss how to get away with underage magic, why none of the teachers seem to be married, and the joy of finally getting to know more about Harry Potter's history. Enjoy!

In the second of the Harry Potter podcasts, Leslie discusses the Chamber of Secrets with her brother James. Listen as they discuss growing up with the Harry Potter series, what they like best about the second book, and, of course, what their houses and patronuses would be. Enjoy!

Erik and Leslie finally start their Harry Potter podcasts! For the first installment, Erik and Leslie speak briefly about the first book and movie and a lot about their favorite and least favorite characters and what their house and patronus would be! Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik sit down to talk about The Bachelorette! Listen in as they let their walls down and become vulnerable, talking about all the drama and enjoyable moments from the current season. Enjoy!

This week Erik and Leslie are joined by their good friend Suzanne to discuss Star Wars....again! Suzanne talks about her nostalgia for star wars and how much she loves the original trilogy. Plus, Erik finally gets to talk about the books and how much he loves the Christmas Special (just kidding!). Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik are joined by Joe and John to discuss Star Wars! Listen as Joe tries to convince us that the Star Wars movies aren't as good as we think (spoiler: it doesn't work) and we all give our very strong opinions about Rogue One. Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik discuss their favorite political movies in honor of America's birthday. In this special 4th of July episode, Leslie and Erik each describe their favorite political films and TV shows AND play another round of guess that tagline! Enjoy!

Who's that girl? It's Leslie and Erik! They are back to discuss one of their favorite shows: New Girl! Listen in as they discuss their favorite moments, favorite episodes, favorite couples and which character they are most like. Can you guess? Enjoy!

Happy Father's Day! Just under the wire we have the second half of our Sports Movies podcast out for you and dear old dad. Listen in as Erik, Leslie, James, John, Joseph, and Margaret discuss alternative sports movies and their favorite sports movies of all time! Enjoy!

Just in time for Father's Day, Erik and Leslie are joined by ALL of Leslie's siblings in this special two part episode dedicated to sports movies! Listen in as they talk about their childhood favorites, baseball movies, basketball movies, football movies, PLUS Erik explains the entire background to the movie I, Tonya. Enjoy!

Leslie and Erik are again joined by Leslie's brother John to discuss adult cartoons! Listen as each of them discusses their favorites from Futurama, to South Park, to The Simpsons. Can you guess which adult cartoon is their favorite? Find out in the episode!

Erik and Leslie talk about the royal wedding! from the dress, to the guests, to that unbelievable veil, listen as they discuss all the amazing things that made Erik cry tears of joy! Enjoy!

Surprise bonus episode! Liam, Giuliano and John are back to discuss one of their favorite genres: Romantic Comedies! Listen to these guys talk about how all guys secretly (or not so secretly) love romantic comedies and what true love looks like to them! Enjoy!