For the Happily Ever Aftermath finale, Diana, Polina, and Ryan share some show trivia, read listener messages, and give their thanks. Polina is on Twitter @anilop and Ryan is @RyanSkonnord. The feed will be pretty quiet, but you can still reach out on Twitter and Instagram @HEAMCast, Facebook @HappilyEverAftermath. Your best bet is by e-mail at hea…

Diana accidentally saved Dirty Dancing (1987) for her final pick and could not do it without Polina and Ryan. Polina and Diana know this movie in their bones and Ryan got to watch it for the first time for the podcast. This was the right movie for the last episode. Polina mentioned the episode of the podcast You Must Remember This about Dirty Danci…

In response to a tweet Diana decided to take seriously, this pick No Time to Die (2021) is a follow up to the Casino Royale episode. (Thanks Meg.) As with any good sequel, the primary cast returns. Ryan is here to discuss the five-movie arc of Daniel Craig’s James Bond. Have any thoughts to share for the final episode? Reach out on Twitter and Inst…

As the podcast begins to wind down, Diana picks the movie Stardust (2007) based off a special request from her friend Jill. Neither Ryan nor Diana had seen the movie before, but were delighted by this unfamiliar gem. Have any thoughts to share for the final episode? Reach out on Twitter and Instagram @HEAMCast, Facebook @HappilyEverAftermath, and e…

After Diana gives an important podcast update, please accept the gift of her November 19, 2020 guest spot on Everything I Learned from Movies. "Steve & Izzy continue PatreoNOOOOOOvember with the help of Patron Diana of the Happily Ever Aftermath Podcast as they discuss 1989's "Cannibal Women in the Avocado Jungle of Death" starring Shannon Tweed, A…

Diana welcomes, with great delight, Daniel Van Kirk to discuss Cast Away (2000). There is thoughtful discussion about relationships ending and loving a person that no longer exists. Keep up to date on Daniel’s podcasts and live shows on his website and meat raffle winnings on his social media. You can support his amazing work on Patreon, too. A Fed…

The brilliant and hilarious Janet Varney returns to discuss a pick from her teenage years, The Night We Never Met (1993). Both agree there is much to enjoy with the movie’s genuinely flawed characters and tougher moments. Bonus talk about how some of these fashions are alive and well today. Keep up with all of Janet’s projects, especially The JV Cl…

Who better to join Diana to talk about Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005) than Mr. & Mrs. Stizzy? Not that he needed to provide his credentials, but at one point, Steve owned nine copies of this movie. Izzy points out that the lies were worse than the murders (she’s not wrong). They all agree, both assassins are bad at their jobs. For all your upcoming gift g…

In a return to form, brings her pick She-Devil (1989) to discuss some more angry lessons she learned at a delicate age. Ryan finally reaches the point where a movie Diana picked was “bad”, but had many thoughtful questions to ask. Be sure to check out Diana guest on But Make It Scary, where she turns 27 Dresses into a paranormal movie. Due for rele…

While Diana and Ryan did watch The Lost City (2022) and have opinions, this episode is mostly tangents about other Sandra Bullock movies. Diana was worried there wouldn’t be enough romance based on the trailer. Thankfully she was wrong, but sadly, it didn’t resonate with her. A reclusive romance novelist on a book tour with her cover model gets swe…

Diana is officially buried in Austen comfort picks with Persuasion (2022). To be fair, it was a podcast opportunity after having a movie date with her mom. Ryan and Diana join a few weeks late to the party to just in time to side with the backlash to the backlash to this film. Eight years after Anne Elliot was persuaded not to marry a dashing man o…

Happy to find a movie with very low stakes, Diana’s pick is the recent release, Mr. Malcolm’s List (2022). Pride and Predjudice comparisons ensue. Ryan points out Diana’s list for good period pieces may also be a bit like the eponymous hero’s. In 19th-century England, jilted by London’s most eligible bachelor, Julia convinces her friend to play the…

For Ryan’s dual pick, the ongoing story of Neo and Trinity in the most recent movie cast a more interesting light on their relationship from the original. Diana has a conundrum with the podcast “what happens next” rules since only Lana Wachowski came back to write and direct Resurrections. Here is the Twin Peaks You Tube video Ryan mentions. The Ma…

A New York icon of style and sophistication is back and wanted to talk about Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961). There is no denying the significant impact the movie had on young Polina. Diana comes with some lyrics of that song. A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building, but her past threaten…

Jumping at the chance to watch a new modern adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, Diana’s pick is Fire Island (2022). With the knowledge of a few adaptations and regular pop culture references, Ryan comes extra prepared with a map translating the characters. A pair of best friends set out to have a legendary week-long summer vacation with the help of …

Coming to the podcast for her fifth guest spot, Justine basks in the warm glow while talking about Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998). Hear about her happy relationship with Drew Barrymore movies. Special thanks to listener Nicole for requesting this movie. Check out Justine on Pod Appétit: Gourmet Takes and find her on Twitter @mixtapemontage &…

The always delightful Steffi is here to discuss the visually gorgeous and highly enjoyable Crazy Rich Asians (2018). She brings literal receipts (ticket stubs) from when she saw the movie twice on opening weekend. Diana is happy to finally watch it, but a little disappointed to have missed the full experience in theaters. Give yourself the gift of …

An episode planned before the first one was ever recorded, Diana nervously brings her pick Circle of Friends (1995). A good portion of her history with the movie is being unavailable to watch it during her entire career as a podcaster. This was finally resolved thanks to a shiny Blu-Ray arriving on her doorstep from the lovely (and all-star friend …

Coming to the podcast with a formative pick, Meg is back with the '90s disaster epic Armageddon (1998). She also shares the evolution of her celebrity crushes. Seizing the opportunity to finally see it, Ryan joins the discussion as an armchair physicist. In defense of the animal cracker scene, Diana and Ryan share how they have equally silly relati…

Alluded to and now delivered, Erin Barry is back to talk about Dirty Work (1998). Imagine teenage Erin and Diana walking around high school with their tape recorders saying “Note to self…”. Even though much of this movie does not hold up, they still hold a deep respect for Norm MacDonald’s style of comedy. The rest of the episode consists quoting t…

Justine brings and shares her powers as we talk about her pick Practical Magic (1998). When she was a teen, it was about the love, magic, and beating the bad guy. On subsequent re-watches, she saw the haunting as the supernatural version of escaping an abusive relationship. As she discusses the plot and symbolism, Diana goes through this revaluatio…

In a new twist, Ryan’s pick Blade Runner 2049 (2017) showcases a romance between an android and a hologram. Despite the gritty dystopian setting and the relationship only in about 20 minutes of the movie, there is still enough for a rich discussion about the bond between these artificial beings. Then it is debated if the bond was even real. Young B…

We’re celebrating Frasuary with Diana’s pick Mrs. Winterbourne (1996). She quickly points out this movie is While You Were Sleeping meets the ’90s Sabrina remake. Ryan had to hold her hand as she dealt with the rewatch cringe. Fortunately Brenda Fraser's charm validates her choice. Connie, unwed and pregnant, is heading to Boston by train when she …

As a collective family decision (officially, Apollo’s pick), we discuss National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 (1993). Prepare for a less structured episode more in the spirit of previous ones about Scott Pilgrim, Newsies, and the KFC movie. Plus a lot of quotes. In a spoof of Lethal Weapon and other cop movies, two unlikely LA cops investigate a cocai…

Diana’s pick Coming to America (1988) is an often quoted movie at extended family dinners. Ryan was introduced when a different Eddie Murphy/John Landis movie was unavailable to stream. As it would have affected her predictions for the future, Diana refused to watch the sequel until the podcast episode was completed. An extremely pampered African p…

Diana picked The Hating Game (2021), which has been operating as her most recent comfort watch. It’s best if you prepare for big book versus movie comparisons. Despite her criticisms, she swears she really enjoyed the movie. Ryan expertly offers the “has not read the book” perspective. Resolving to achieve professional success without compromising …

Instead of the moon, Diana lassos long time friend Kevin Lester to talk about It’s a Wonderful Life (1946). Kevin shares that he appreciated how the movie didn’t shy away from the darker elements and the struggle of a character always trying to do right by others. With many re-watches, he finds more to enjoy each time. Diana finally crosses this mo…

Steffi is back to discuss The Preacher’s Wife (1996) and creates a Whitney wonderland. Both Steffi and Diana were confused by the movie giving the audience a non-love triangle triangle (you read that right). Stay tuned for the Kickstarter to expand The Preacher’s Wife cinematic universe. Treat yourself to more Steffi with inn.my.humble.opinion on Y…

Heidi's glorious guest return comes with the intensely beautiful The Piano (1993) as her pick. Heidi shares how she remembered the story, but was delighted to be reconnected to the emotions when she rewatched it. Diana came in knowing that a piano was involved and it won some Oscars. She left overcome by the imagery and music. Check out the Vibrant…

Justine brings her whimsical pick Edward Scissorhands (1990) as a perfect post-Halloween tale to ramp up for Christmas. She comes with the movie memorized and stocked up with behind the scenes facts. As the discussion moves to the issue that Edward is not human, the answer is (spoiler) magic. Check out Justine on Pod Appétit: Gourmet Takes, find he…

Izzy and Steve are back for Diana’s pick My Boyfriend's Back (1993)! Thankfully, Izzy was familiar and had watched it with her mom when she was younger (verdict then: it was weird). Plus, marvel with us on how many Academy Award winners are involved in this movie! For all your upcoming gift giving, you need Izzy's incredible art on Etsy. Use code “…

Movie connoisseurs Steve and Izzy join for Diana’s pick Once Bitten (1985). Fortunately, Steve is very familiar with this aged-like-milk ’80s comedy and Izzy takes a bullet by seeing it for the first time. We conclude are no plot holes, but we come up with our own methods to find a virgin. For all your upcoming gift giving, you need Izzy's incredib…

Super friend and ultra podcaster Alysa is back to talk about one of her favorite movies The Best Man (1999). She brings the deep analysis of the relationships and kindly pretends there isn’t a sequel to reference. Stay tuned for the follow up after Diana catches up. Check out Friends with Alysa so you can subscribe to Best Forevers, Fataliteas, and…

Diana’s pick Back to School (1986) brings a great soundtrack (baby Danny Elfman!), two ’80s actors who have resurrected their fame, and so much academic misconduct. Even with two romantic relationships to analyze, there are many tangents on personal college experiences. Bonus, Ryan finally gets to cross this movie off his watch list. To help his di…

With extreme giddiness, Diana welcomes Rin Mitchell to discuss her pick Tommy Boy (1995). She shares how she would watch this every day (and sometimes twice a day) in junior high. Diana was there for many of these viewings. On rewatch, many plot holes were discovered but quickly forgiven. After his auto-parts tycoon father dies, the overweight, und…

If you check the official documentation, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) is Ryan’s pick. Diana does take partial credit as this movie is tied to a very important moment in their relationship history. Also neither Diana nor Ryan have to fear any exes (evil or otherwise). In a magically realistic version of Toronto, a young man must defeat his new…

The multi-talented mega creator Steffi is here to talk about her pick Cinderella (1997). She brings so many fun facts about the movie and Whitney Houston along with her connection to the movie. Diana’s '90s memories are so scattered, she was surprised this version had no Muppets. Check out inn.my.humble.opinion on YouTube, subscribe to Diva Dailies…

Eminent Law scholar Meg is back for Jude-Ly with her pick, the epic war romance Cold Mountain (2003). Despite the main characters being apart for the vast majority of the film, there is opportunity for rich discussion about their emotions and motivations. With this being Diana’s first watch, she agrees that this is an expertly crafted movie, but di…

Drunk on Rom-Coms hosts Marie and Coni are here to discuss their pick The Devil Wears Prada (2006). They share the evolution of their opinions of the characters, are excited to dive into a movie they wouldn’t get to discuss on their show, and compare Andy’s experiences to to their own time as assistants. Check out Drunk on Rom-Coms, subscribe on yo…

The ultra-talented Valerie Rose Lohman is here to discuss her pick D.E.B.S. (2004). She is 100% correct when she describes it as happy, fun, and cute. Diana was unfamiliar, but appreciated the introduction and was immediately onboard with the over the top spy premise. Check out Valerie as Mel in The Flame A Podcast Musical, join a free listening pa…

Ryan brings his pick Vertigo (1958) and stories of his college seminar about Hitchcock. Given the caliber of the film and the complex nature of the relationship, see the movie first. There is also extensive San Francisco talk and Diana only gets dizzy twice during the discussion. A former police detective juggles wrestling with his personal demons …

The calendar has deemed it time again for Ewan MAYGregor. Permanent honorary guest Meg is back to enable this theme month and share her thoughts on a new to her movie. As Diana’s pick, the movie was caught up in her teenage quest to watch as much of this new young Obi-Wan actor fella as possible. There is also some time spent on critiquing his hair…

Ryan is back with his pick Casino Royale (2006) to dive deep into the romance of this James Bond origin story. Prepare for a discussion on poker, parkour, and paramours. With so many mysteries plaguing the couple, Diana has her armor on as she overthinks character motivation. Warning: spoilers for pretty much all of the Daniel Craig helmed 007 movi…

Andrea Martucci, host of Shelf Love and romance novel scholar, brings her pick 10 Things I Hate About You (1997). While discussing the modern adaption of a Shakespeare play and quintessential teen movie for millennials, we bemoan the patriarchy and celebrate young love. Extra bonus, Diana finds a new friend that knows the simple joys of talking abo…

In a low-key celebration of covering 100 movies, Diana chose The Princess Bride (1987) to discuss with her true love. On rewatch, it became more and more obvious how Cary Elwes formed the prototype for her perfect partner. The movie was one Ryan watched with a girl he was dating at the time. While home sick in bed, a young boy's grandfather reads h…

With glee, Diana welcomes Zita Short of The 300 Passions Podcast to discuss Vision Quest (1985). Zita shares of her first experience watching with her parents in her youth and how it evolved into a comfort watch. Diana came from only knowing it starred Mathew Modine and there was wrestling. Check out The 300 Passions Podcast on all the podcatchers.…

Mallory from Movie Lovers joins Diana to discuss Professor Marston & the Wonder Women (2017). She shares how this film became a part of her and her partner's celebration of their lifestyle. Diana fills her notebook with new terms and the dynamics she learned about related to polyamorous relationships. We also touch on jealousy and the importance of…

Izzy's pick A Recipe for Seduction (2020) will make you hungry by the end of the episode. We share the origins of our love of fried chicken, our thoughts on this fifteen minute commercial, and figure out the happy ending for everyone involved. Yes, you can watch the whole movie right now. Come say hi to Diana at PodcArtFest on April 10th. The virtu…

Non-imaginary friend Justine returns with her pick Drop Dead Fred (1991). The movie definitely includes scenes involving dog poop and exploding corn flakes, but strap yourself in for a deep discussion about gas lighting, controlling partners, and having a fraught relationship with a parent. Check out Justine's podcast Pod Appétit: Gourmet Takes on …

The glorious return of Steve and Izzy! We discuss Steve's pick Adventures in Babysitting (1987) and his first celebrity crush Elizabeth Shue. On rewatch he discovers the movie also influenced his future car purchases. Diana loved this movie as a youngling, but turns out she doesn't remember 75% of it. She was about the beginning dance sequence and …