We are two previous teachers in our 20s, living in Philadelphia, ready to school you on life, wine, and the tea. In this podcast, each of us will be finishing a bottle of wine that we, in some round-about and twisted way, have connected to our topics of discussion. Please sit back, relax with your drink of choice (ours will be wine, of course, but choose your favorite beverage), and listen to us spill the tea, not the wine!
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss the 2019 Ari Aster horror film Midsommar. While drinking Apothic White Blend wine, they discuss voluntourism along with the representation of topics such as cults, religion, and culture in the film.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie, Vijal, and Sam discuss the 2020 thriller Black Box! Along with their perfectly paired Black Box wine, they discuss multiracial representation in the media, memory, consciousness, and the surprising twist that makes this film such an intriguing one! So grab yourself a box of wine and listen if you dare! Keep it spooky, witches!
On this episode of Spookaholics, we discuss the 2022 Slasher Comedy film, Studio 666. Katie and Sam are joined by both Vijal and Steve as they discuss the stares of this film, the Foo Fighters band. These friends drink Harmony by Boyz to Men white wine, discuss references to other horror films present in the film, and just the general insanity of this silly slasher.
On this episode of Spookaholics, we discuss the 2018 film, THE Prodigy. Katie and Sam are joined by both Vijal and Luke as the celebrate this film and Sammy's acceptance into law school! These friends share some bubbly and discuss themes of anti-maternalism present in this film and also the concept of reincarnation. Also, they talk about how Katie watched a completely different movie at first...
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie, Sam and Vijal discuss the meta horror film Cabin In The Woods. Join them as they discuss how horror cinema is represented differently across cultures, and what the film says about our some of our more perverse desires as consumers.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie, Sam, and Vijal continue their discussion of Ari Aster's 2018 film, Hereditary. They attempt to tease apart the legend associated with Paimon as well as the themes of grief and insanity. Kick back and grab yourself a glass of 7 Deadly Cab and take a listen. Keep it spooky, witches!!!!
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss the film Hereditary. They drink White Claw hard seltzers and talk about what makes this film so scary, the real life inspiration behind the film, and their opinions on the criminal justice system. Due to so many topics of discussion in the film, this episode will be broken down into two parts.
On the first episode of the new season of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam are joined by their friend Tyler to discuss the both the 2019 and 1989 versions of the movie Pet Sematary. They drink Bone Dry cider by Orchard Hill and compare the two versions of the film along with discussing topics such death, mortality, and some interesting production details.
On this very special season finale of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss the iconic stop motion animated film, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. They drink Punkin Jack wine by Harvest Ridge Winery and discuss topics such as cultural appropriation, mortality, and how certain things can't be explained by empirical, scientific evidence. Listen to Vijal try to resist participating in this episode as Katie and Sam incessantly try to provoke a reaction.
On this episode of Spookaholics, we discuss the 2013 film, Devil's Pass. Katie and Sam go into the history behind the Dyatlov Pass incident, The Philadelphia Experiment, and other random conspiracy theories that are jammed into this movie.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss the horror thriller Halloween while drinking Tall Dark Stranger wine, a 2017 Malbec. They talk about how the movie holds up in the modern day, the character of Michael Myers, and the cultural significance around The Boogeyman.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss the classic horror film The Exorcist (1973) while drinking a special cocktail made by Katie herself. They talk about the curse that has been attributed to the production and release of this film, as well as the anti-Vietnam and Catholic symbolism that grounds both the novel and the movie. Try out Katie's cocktail and check out Sam's gnarly voice acting skills. And, of course, don't forget to keep it spooky, witches!
On this episode of Spookaholics, Sam and Katie are joined by Vijal in their discussion of Karyn Kusama's movie, The Invitation (2015). They talk about the "slow burn" effect used to create suspense, mental health as it relates to grief, and topics regarding destructive cults. Katie finally does her own research and brings a historical perspective to the cult conversation. The group discusses how these real-life cults relate to the cult featured in the movie. While reviewing the film, they each enjoyed a glass of 2020 Gateway Vinho Verde Rosé.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Sam and Katie are joined by Vijal in their discussion of Mike Flanagan's Hush (2016). They talk about the suspenseful use of limited dialogue in the film, narratives around disability in horror films, and the plot similarities to the most dangerous game. While discussing the film, they drank the 2017 Upshot red wine blend.
On this episode of Spookaholics, Sam and Katie are joined by Vijal in their discussion of Jaume Collet-Serra's Orphan (2009). Their conversation centers around evil child narratives and feminism as it relates to motherhood. Grab a glass of Wild Child and pray that you never have children as demonic as the little girl in this film! Keep it spooky, witches!
On the third episode of Spookaholics, Katie and Sam discuss Jordan Peele's debut film, Get Out (2017), while enjoying Predator Six Spot Red Wine. They discuss racism, common racial movie tropes, the harm of implicit bias, and their love of alternatives milks.
On the second episode of Spookaholics, Vijal joins Katie and Sam to discuss the critically acclaimed Australian film, The Babadook (2014). They discuss the film's major themes of grief, anti-maternalism, and Babadook's reputation as an LGBTQ+ icon while drinking The Unexpected 2017 Shiraz.
On the pilot episode of Spookaholics, Sam and Katie drink Knotty Vines and discuss the notable, avante-garde The Blair Witch Project (1999) and its sequel, The Blair Witch (2016). They discuss the experimental production and promotional techniques used for this film, as well as the misogynistic background of witch lore and how it still affects modern women.
Lovely Listeners, we have some news! This is actually the final episode of Uncorked and Untamed. However, Sam and her friend Katie are going to be hosting a new podcast called Spookaholics! We will be launching it in mid-July, and we are super excited. On this episode, Dani and Sam discuss podcasting and give Katie some advice, discuss highs and lows, and reflect back on all they've learned through Uncorked and Untamed. This is the end of an era, but it is also a new beginning, so please give a listen!
Sam and Dani get boozy with a sparkling rosé from Adulting and ignite some sparkling conversations of the joy of adulthood. And some of the not so joyous moments of adulthood... We cover it all from drinking to adult responsibilities. Please join us for another episode where we continue to spill the tea BUT NOT THE WINE!!
Dani and Sam are SO thrilled to be back from their hiatus. This episode features a belated birthday celebration for Sam and a discussion of all things birth, horoscopes and naughty planets! We're also super excited to feature our new and improved sound!
On this episode of Uncorked and Untamed we are joined with Dani's mom Julie (aka Mama Bouchie)! We drink boozie hot chocolate and unpack holidays with family... don't work only some childhood trauma is discussed, like Dani's getting tricked on Christmas. So create your own winter-themed drink, wrap yourself up in a cozy blanket, and enjoy this episode for Uncorked and Untamed... were we still spill the tea but not the hot cocoa!
On this episode of Uncorked and Untamed, Dani and Sam drink three different types of mead from Mount Hope Estate and Winery, the official winery of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair with their pal Jo. The gals talk about the rebirth of various trends and reinventing themselves through the years. They also touch on what it may have been like to live during the Renaissance!
Sam and Dani drink some of Post Malone Rosé wine together and discuss all things music. What music we like to drink while drinking, when we're in our bag, and our overall favorites to listen to. One of the two may admit to wanting to marry Post Malone, no cap.
On this episode, we drink Troublemaker wine and discuss some troubling, or wild events in our past. We are joined by Sam's college friend Katie-- who spills the tea on what Sam was like in college and some of the trouble they got into... stay tuned for the next episode of Uncorked and Untamed!
On this episode, Sam and Dani drink Layer Cake and talk all things food-related. Everything from their mutual obsession with Hello Fresh to some nutrition information that may not actually be rooted in fact....
Listen to our surprise special spooky episode- we will be discussing Zombies, Ghosts, Vampires, and of course WINE!
In this episode, Sam and Dani out themselves for being a lil’ bit basic. They will be taking a Buzzfeed quiz to find out which one of them is the real “basic bitch”. Listen here for the tea!
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