Everyone needed a hobby during the pandemic. Kelsey and Ben decided it would be a good idea to watch every Disney Channel Original Movie in existence, so they did! And now they’re ready to do it again, this time sharing their thoughts and opinions on every DCOM along the way. Join them on their journey, tackling over 100 made-for-TV movies targeted for children :)
Kelsey Fahland and Ben Greiber
What is this, some kind of scream team? This week we're watching one of the most forgotten Halloween DCOMs, The Scream Team! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the ghost DMV, the logistics of holding a festival based on an urban legend, why the heck this movie is even called "The Scream Team".
Navigating the dating world is rough, it's obviously easier to build yourself a perfect military robot boyfriend! But how? We'll find out this week when we cover How to Build a Better Boy. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the clichés of the smart vs popular girl trope, the logistics of lying to your family about working for the department of defense, and whether or not you should date a robot or just let them explode.
BAMM! Time to get fired up, we're finally talking about Zombies! Not only are BenG and Kelsey in Zombieland this week, but so is our brand new guest Jacob! Tune in as they discuss how well this film tackles racism, the logistics of coaching football when one of your players has literal super powers, and why Addison really shouldn't be promising young children puppies.
Vroom vroom, time to talk about the more boring type of drag! This week we're covering one of the most forgotten DCOMs, Right on Track. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how wild it is that Brie Larson is this movie, the logistics of sponsoring female racers in drag racing, and why actually good parents make for a boring DCOM.
How did our private, personal thoughts on DCOMs become a podcast? Who knows! This week we're talking about Read it and Weep. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss gross pizza toppings, the logistics of printing an essay in full color, and how someone really should have gotten Jamie psychiatric help.
Just because it's Tru, doesn't mean she's right. This week we're talking about Tru Confessions. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how annoying Tru is, the logistics of owning glass bowls in a house with a special needs kid, and why shoving a whole carrot down a garbage disposal is a bad idea.
Cetus-Lupeedus, it's time for another Zenon movie! This week BenG and Kelsey talk about the sequel, or more accurately the "zequel" to Zenon. Tune in as they discuss how accurately minor this movie predicted future technology, the logistics of shutting down the stellanarious spay-stay, and how inky of a friend Nebula is now that she's recast.
It took too long, it took too long, but we're finally talking about Cow Belles! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why taking a picture of a butterfly is apparently more important than attending your daughter's party, the logistics of getting away with stealing all of your company's money, and how everyone working in the factory apparently feels like it's alright to bully the owner's daughters.
Dreidel, dreidel, woo! That's right my dogs, this week we're talking about the one Jewish DCOM, Full-Court Miracle! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how swindling can be used for good, the logistics of breaking into the NBA, and how an undefeated team can blow an 18 point lead.
We've had some big up and downs in the last 10 episodes, so let's review! Tune in for another minisode where BenG and Kelsey rank the last 10 DCOMs covered, and as a treat they read some fanfiction.
Just like the cheetah, this podcast is the fastest and fiercest out there. It's finally time to talk about The Cheetah Girls! This week BenG and Kelsey are joined by Kelsey's very own cheetah sister, Courtney! Tune in as they discuss how you either walk with the devil or you don't, the logistics of not having a mom, and why a dog in a hole is bad.
I'm a little worried. My palms are kinda clammy cuz' sitting at a sushi bar's my greatest fear. It's so weird, this week we're talking about The Thirteenth Year! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the symptoms of turning into a mermaid, the logistics of raising a child you randomly found in your boat, and why we've been so thirsty lately.
Woah, bet you didn't see this movie coming. Ninja. This week we're watching Den Brother! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss whether Alex is actually a bad person, the logistics of selling muffins as a fundraiser, and what even is Camporee.
It's time for a blast from the past, literally! This week we're watching Minutemen! Tune in as Kelsey and BenG discuss weird time travel plot holes, the logistics of becoming popular based on cool clothes, and why we need more Zeke.
WHAT TIME IS IT? It's finally time to watch High School Musical 2! This has been BenG and Kelsey's most anticipated episode, and boy do they have a lot to talk about. Tune in as they discuss the music compared to the first movie, the logistics of getting your entire student body hired with you, and why Troy needs better friends.
FLOSS FLOSS FLOSS FLOSS FLOSS FLOSS FLOSS! It's time to watch Dadnapped! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why this movie is bad despite having a stacked cast, the logistics of publishing an author's last book after they die, and how this just may be the goopiest DCOM.
Halloweentown is back! Or is it? This week BenG and Kelsey are covering the third Halloweentown movie, Halloweentown High. Tune in as they discuss how the lore of this franchise makes no sense, the logistics of the political system of Halloweentown, and how a funny skeleton is the best part of the movie.
You thought horse racing was a good thing from Ready to Run? Think again! This week we're talking about Horse Sense. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the very odd poster for this movie, the logistics of becoming a better person within a month, and how the title of this movie doesn't make much horse sense.
Is it a bird? A plane? Nope, just some superheroes you've never heard of before. This week we're talking about Up, Up and Away! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss odd superhero lore, the logistics of brainwashing a bunch of kids to recycle, and how Sky High basically copied this movie.
This podcast is pterodactyl fly and sweeter than Godiva. This week we're watching Let it Shine! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how sparkly outfits are so scandalous to the public eye, the logistics of pretending your friend's rapping is your own, and how going second in a rap battle basically guarantees victory.
We're just about halfway through watching all the DCOMs. Not really, but close enough! Join BenG and Kelsey as they go back and rank the last 10 DCOMs and share some funny online reviews.
We're 50 episodes in, time to get weird! This week we're all grotesque because we're watching Stepsister from Planet Weird! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how bubble life is superior to human life, the logistics to defeating an evil bubble tyrant with hairdryers, and how a himbo explaining the concept of freedom can save the day.
Who's ready to interrupt school for some sick dance moves? That's right, it's time to watch Gotta Kick It Up! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss if dance teams should have pom poms, the logistics of going to a school competition without a chaperone, and why hitting the play button for a dance routine is really important.
COME ON BRINK! It's time to talk about about the infamous roller blading DCOM: Brink! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how this movie somehow makes in-line skating seem cool, the logistics of cheating during a broadcasted race, and the undeniable tension between our hero and villain.
It's time for another classic fight to be queen of the school dance, this week we're watching Geek Charming! Just ignore all the bad real life stuff that makes this movie feel weird! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why being filmed makes you act mean towards your friends, the logistics of owning a whole mall, and why Josh actually sucks at making movies.
Read my flapping lips: it's time for another DCOM! This week we're talking about Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century. Exciting major! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the alpha slang used in 2049, the logistics minor of growing up in space, and how "zoom zoom zoom make my heart go boom boom" is rock and roll major.
Vibe it, really really dig on it, because this week we're talking about Radio Rebel! We are joined by another former Jank House member, Marji, to talk about one of the cringiest DCOMs to date. Tune in as BenG, Kelsey, and Marji discuss Debby Ryan's acting abilities, the logistics of expelling kids over a radio show, and whether a high school band should immediately sellout or not.
A brand new DCOM just dropped, and it's animated! This week we're covering Big City Greens the Movie: Spacecation, based on the Disney Channel show Big City Greens. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss repeating family road trips, the logistics of an asteroid destroying just one city out of the whole planet, and why doing harm is worse than doing farm.
Oh oh oh, it's magic! You know it's time to watch Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey contemplate complicated sibling dynamics, the logistics of the family wizard competition, and how having a parrot girlfriend as your only life goal is sad.
Ever wonder what it's like babysitting 5 kids, all with one-track minds and personalities? Sabrina Carpenter does! This week we're talking about Adventures in Babysitting. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss sapphire ferrets, the logistics of scalping concert tickets, and how everyone is so easy to bribe in the "big city".
ALAKAZAM! Time for some magic, this week we're talking about Now You See It! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss the weird escape room puzzles in this movie, the logistics of kids producing a reality TV show, and if using real magic during a magic competition show is cheating.
This last set of 10 movies really had some ups and downs, so let's talk about it! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey rank movies 31-40. Then as a special treat, they're back competing in 2 new DCOM drafts!
WHAT TEAM? WILDCATS! It's a wildcat podcast this week, we're finally talking about High School Musical! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how you're only allowed to do one thing in high school, the logistics of running a drama department, and if mean jerks really are worse than jerks.
Having 5 baby siblings would be hard, but Jamie made her life before the babies hard for no reason. That's right, we're watching Quints! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why it's so bizarre this movie lies to us so much, the logistics of marketing your children for profit, and why you should be nicer to your friend who has parents that don't love him.
We may be living the suite life now, but we're not happy about it! Despite being a beloved show from our childhoods, The Suite Life Movie is far from our favorite DCOM. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how annoying the fights between the twins are, the logistics of doing ropes courses for twin research, and how the weird doctor wants to be intimate with a dolphin.
Have you ever wanted to talk to a dog? How about watching a full-length movie of a grown man acting like a dog? This week BenG and Kelsey tackle the 2nd ever DCOM: You Lucky Dog. Tune in as they discuss even more dog PTSD, the logistics of giving all your inheritance to your dog, and why pulling a gun in court probably isn't the best idea.
Woof woof bark bark. Life is Ruff for a dawg, amirite? This week we are covering Life is Ruff, where Kyle Massey decides adopting and training a dog for an agility course is the easiest way to make money. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss comic book pricing, the logistics of dog competition scoring, and dog PTSD.
We're not joking, there really is a DCOM about 9/11. This week we're talking about Tiger Cruise. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss if this movie was actually necessary, the logistics of having family aboard a navy ship during a terrorist attack, and why ice cream makes you go "heh heh heh".
Be heard. Be strong. Be proud. Who's ready to turn up the music? We're joined by a new special guest this week to cover one of the most iconic DCOMs: Lemonade Mouth! Tune in as BenG, Kelsey, and Ellie discuss how this movie starts with a flashback within a flashback, the logistics of school funding, and why not every revolution needs a cause.
HI-YAH! It's time to bust out your best kung fu moves, because this week we're talking about Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss who actually deserves to be homecoming queen, the logistics of dating your fake cousin, and just how confusing the lore of this movie is. *this episode was supposed to be released on 1/8/24, sorry about the technical difficulties!
Cowabunga and Happy Holidays! This week we're covering one of our favorite DCOMs: Teen Beach Movie! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss super fun musical numbers, the logistics of being stuck in a movie, and how a movie can be goofy and good at the same time.
FELLOW CITIZENS OF THE GALAXY, it's time to watch Can of Worms! BenG and Kelsey are joined this week by special guest Beans to go over this absolutely wild DCOM. Tune in as they discuss the flappy lip translators, the logistics of going into business with aliens, and how they free captives by waving around a rock.
We've watched another 10 DCOMs, which means it's time to add them to our ranking! And as a special treat, we're reading some fanfiction! Tune in to see how steamy it gets!
Christmas has come early this year with a brand new DCOM! This week BenG and Kelsey are talking about the newly released DCOM The Naughty Nine, which is basically Ocean's 11 but for kids! Tune in as they discuss what should and shouldn't qualify you for the naughty list, the logistics of the 12 Days of Christmas, and why the cops in the North Pole suck at their job.
Who's ready to play some basketball? This week we're covering Double Teamed, everyone's favorite DCOM about really tall twins who also play basketball. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why being forced to switch schools for sports is lame, the logistics of basketball scoring, and why the coach yells at Nicky for not passing the ball even though she makes every basket she shoots.
Happy Spooky Season! It's been a year since we covered the first Halloweentown, so we figured it was time to watch the sequel. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss how bad the Cromwells are at hiding their magic, the logistics of time travel, and whether Kalabar is spelled with a C or K.
It's spooky season! This week BenG and Kelsey are covering the scariest DCOM: Don't Look Under the Bed. Tune in as they discuss funny boogeyman pranks, the logistics of getting dogs on a roof, and why kissing imaginary friends is weird.
It's not spelled with two T's, this week we're Going to the Mat! Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss if Andrew Lawrence is the DCOM King, the logistics of running a wrestling team, and why we love a reformed bully. Also Wayne Brady!
Just like Nicole Kidman, we love going to the movies! Lucky for us this DCOM is all about the joys of the theater, but with a spooky twist! This week we're covering Phantom of the Megaplex. Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why Mickey Rooney's love of movies is actually a liability, the logistics of putting a giant fan into a theater, and why working at the theater gives you mad game with the ladies.
BEEP BEEP BEE-DOOP! What's the sitch? It's live-action Kim Possible! This week BenG and Kelsey are joined by special guest Ben to cover the only live-action DCOM based on an animated show. Tune in as they discuss how necessary this movie really was, the logistics of going through air vents to get to your class on time, and why fighting with sticks is really cool.
Time to push it to the limit and cover the hit DCOM Jump In! Who's ready to JUMP IN to this discussion? Tune in as BenG and Kelsey discuss why Corbin Bleu's dad is the best, the logistics of double dutch competitions, and why Rodney was tired of being mad too.