Jive From New York!

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By: Michael Polston

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Go Flip Yourself- The Staten Island Home
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#38
Today at 10:05 AM

In this exciting episode, Heather and Michael review a fun episode of Go Flip Yourself, where Toby and Bran (well, mostly Bran. Toby got sick) get the opportunity to flip an 8,474 square foot home in the middle of Staten Island, if you can believe it! This home is occupied by an interesting assortment of characters, and their antics will amuse you; but more importantly, they will remind you that home is where the wine is. Check it out!


What We Do in the Shadows S4E7- Pine Barrens
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#37
10/23/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael review Pine Barrens- the season 4 episode of What We Do in the Shadows. A lot happens in this episode, with a girl's night, a family dinner, and lots of fighting. Somehow there's also still room for Abba and Bon Jovi? Don't wait to listen, lest you be double crossed by the devil!


WWDS S4E6- The Wedding
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#36
10/16/2026

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to celebrate the excellent season 4 episode of What We Do in the Shadows, entitled The Wedding. If anyone has anything to say about thier Charties-In_Charge at Jive From New York reviewing this episode, please speak now or forever hold your peace.


What We Do in the Shadows S4E5- Private School
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#35
10/09/2026

Ch-Ch-Ch-Charties! In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss Private School- the excellent season 4 episode of What We Do in the Shadows! Things are beginning to look up here at the halfway point of season 4, because this episode is a stone-cold classic! It's got everything that makes our favorite vampire show...well, our favorite vampire show! Great jokes, a great plot, great everything, Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S4E4- The Night Market
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#34
10/02/2026

Charties, hold your nose (and maybe your ears), because we're about to step on the trian bound for The Night Market, which also happens to be the What We Do in the Shadows episode that Heather and Michael talk about in this episode of Jive From New York! Confused? Well, don't be. Because if you can read this, the bitch fell off. Just like the comedy t-shirt says.


What We Do in the Shadows S4E3- The Grand Opening
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#33
09/25/2026

In this monumentally important episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael finally review the episode The Grand Opening- the season 4 episode of What We Do in the Shadows that Michael has complained about since the very first episode of this podcast, claiming that he believes it's the worst episode of the beloved vampire show (and that it's Fred Armisen's fault). Was he correct in this aasumption or was he just spewing throat juice? Tune in to find out!


What We Do in the Shadows S4E2- The Lamp
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#32
09/18/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael review The Lamp, which is an episode of What We Do in the Shadows' fourth season, and wow so much is going on! Nightclubs, Djinns, wives wishes n' therap! It's like a Warren Zevon song or something, if Warren Zevon wrote about vampires as well as werewolves (to be fair, he probably did).


What We Do in the Shadows S4E1- Reunion
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#31
09/11/2026

There there, Charties! You can call your Charties-In-Charge Peaches and Herb because this week they review the season 4 premiere of What We Do in the Shadows: Reunited! And it feels so good! There's not much there there, but after the last few weeks of nonstop action and adventure with everyone's favorite vampire crew, maybe a less exciting season premiere is just what we needed. Or maybe not? One thing is for sure, it'll get talked about this week either way!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E10- The Portrait
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#30
09/04/2026

In this week's exciting episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss The Portrait- the season 3 finale of What We Do in the Shadows. It's not quite the shocker that the previous episode was, but it's not without its own twists and turns and surprises. It's a good thing your Charties-In-Charge are here to help you navigate them all!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E9- The Farewell
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#29
08/28/2026

Oh boy, Charties! The less we say the better here, probably. But what we WILL say- is that Heather and Michael review this doozy of an episode of What We Do in the Shadows, and you should probably watch it before you listen to us talk about it!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E8- The Wellness Center
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#28
08/21/2026

Charties! It's time to pull out your vampire teeth, have a drink of water, walk out into the sunlight and become humans once again! If vampire depression has you down, the Post-Chiropteran Wellness Center is the place to be, just talk to Jan and she'll get you sorted! But before you do that, make sure to listen to this episode of JIve From New York, where Heather and Michael discuss The Wellness Center- the fantastic season 3 episode of What We Do in the Shadows!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E7- The Siren
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#27
08/14/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael return from a week away to discuss The Siren- the season 3 episode of What We Do in the Shadows! This episode continues a run of fantastic season 3 episodes that won't stop until the finale, and you will definitely be enchanted by the soothing, dreamlike tones of the voices of your CHarties-In_Charge as they review this episode! I'd say don't miss it but it's already too late for you if you're reading this.


What We Do in the Shadows S3E6- The Escape
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#26
07/31/2026

Oh no Charties, The Sire has escaped in the The Escape, the season 3 episode of What We Do In The Shadows that Heather and Michael review in this episode of Jive From New York! It's a fun review of a fun episode with a stacked cast featuring not only our vampire friends and our favorite familar, but also we see the long-awaited return of The Baron and get some quality time with The Guide and The Hell Hound as well. And as always, no harmoicas were swallowed during the recording of this podcast,


What We do in the Shadows S3E5- The Chamber of Judgement
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#25
07/24/2026

Let the ceremony of judgement commence! In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss the Chamber of Judgement; not just a place to sentence vampires to death, it's also the name of this week's season 3 episode of What We Do in the Shadows! Many things will be discussed, from tiny microphones to expensive pillows, and somewhere in there the episode will be reviewed and rated as usual! Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E4- The Casino
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#24
07/17/2026

Ring-a-DIng-Ding, Charties! In this exciting episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael take a trip to Sin City USA, aka Atlantic City, to discuss an episode of What We Do in the Shadows that is full of hedonistic debauchery- season 3's The Casino! This episode of our favorite vampire show is a classic and your charties-in-charge had loads of fun reviewing it. SO make sure to tune in! Bazinga!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E3- Gail
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#23
07/10/2026

IN this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss Gail! Gail the person, Gail the werewolf, Gail the third episode of What We Do in the Shadows season 3! We like her! Or do we? Does someone keep telling us we don't? Tune in to find out!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E2- The Cloak of Duplication
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07/03/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss the Season 3 episode of What We Do in the Shadows- The Cloak of Duplication! This is yet another in a growing collection of classic episodes, and it has a little bit of everything for everybody. Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S3E1- The Prisoner
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#22
06/26/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss The Prisoner, which is the season 3 premiere of What We Do in the Shadows, which also happens to be Michael's favorite season of television of all time! The season doesn't start with a bang, but it's still a fun opener and one that both ties up some loose ends and sets the stage for the adventure to come. Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E10- Nouveau Théâtre des Vampires
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#21
06/19/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss Nouveau Théâtre des Vampires, the season 2 finale of What We Do in the Shadows! It's an exciting conclusion to an excellent season, and it sets the show's third season up for some truly wacky hijinks and storytelling. Join your Charties-In-Charge as they break it all down!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E9- Witches
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#20
06/12/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss Witches, the season 2 episode of What We Do in the Shadows! They also discuss The VVitch, other non show specific witches, and say a lot of phrases that necessitate using the words 'which' and 'witch' in the same sentence, which can be witchily twisty for tongues sometimes. Anyway, Witches in a great episode, so watch Witches and then listen to this podcast about it!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E8- Collaboration
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#19
06/05/2026

In this episode, Heather and Michael discuss Collaboration, the season 2 epiosde of What We Do in the Shadows! This is a fun one, packed with so many familar-tastic stories and some excellent music by an excellent human music group! Bermuda, Bahamas, come on pretty mama down to Jive From New York!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E7- The Return
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#18
05/29/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael crawl down into the sewer to review the What We Do in the Shadows episode that features the devious return of none other than SImon the Devious! And of course, what would such a return be without the return of the equally devious Witch's Skin Hat? No trolling! All of this plus Michael's personal connection to the episode, and a much longer than necessary conversation about ipods. Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E6: On the Run
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#17
05/22/2026

Charties! In this very special episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss On The Run, the season 2 episode of What We Do in the Shadows featuring the famous Jackie Daytona! This is a classic episode that you'vre probably seen and if you haven't, you should! Also, stick around for a very special story at the end involving a mystery that your Charties-In-Charge recently got to solve!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E5: Colin's Promotion
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#16
05/15/2026

Oh, charties. Here we are again with another fine episode of Jive From New York, where Heather and Michael emerge from the shadows to talk about Colin Robinson's big promotion, in the season 2 episode called, well, Colin's Promotion! We don't get to visit Colin Robinson at his place of work often but when we do, it's a treat. And this is a treat! So join the Charties-In-Charge as they talk about it!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E4: The Curse
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#15
05/08/2026

Charties! This week, join Heather and Michael as they discuss The Curse- the highest rated (as of its original airtime) episode of What We Do in the Shadows' second season! A higher rated episode would be coming along soon but for now, join us as we talk about all the fun and scary Shenanigans of the Mosquito Club, and the terrible curses that threatened us all in ye olden days of chain emails. Listen to this podcast and then pass it along to 10 people and unforeseen riches will befall you! Don't...and end up just like Ariana.


What We Do in the Shadows S2E3: Brain Scramblies
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#14
05/01/2026

In this very special episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael are reviewing Brain Scramblies, the season 2 episode of What We Do in the Shadows IN THE SAME ROOM! It's very exciting! And also, it was very late and the day if this recording was very long, but it was fun to be able to talk about this show and the Superb Owl in person. Don't let your thoughtless sallys cause you to miss this one!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E2: Ghosts
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#13
04/24/2026

In the new Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss Ghosts, the fantastic season 2 episode of What We Do in the Shadows! Also discussed- At what point does one become a vampire? And what about those vampire souls, anyway? Tune in to find out!


What We Do in the Shadows S2E1: Resurrection
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#12
04/17/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and MIchael discuss Resurrection- the Season 2 premiere of What We Do in the Shadows! This episode is a lot of fun and is really a step up in terms of quality/quanitity of jokes, as well as production value. There's also two fantastic guest stars in Benedict Wong and Haley Joel Osment! So watch the episode and then come back and listen to this episode!


What We Do in the Shadows S1E10: Ancestry
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#11
04/10/2026

Dark Greetings, everyone! In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael review Ancestry, the season 1 finale of What We Do in the Shadows! As season finales go, this one is kind of tame, but there are still plenty of laughs to be had, and we also get the return of Jesk. So don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S1E9- The Orgy
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#10
04/03/2026

Charties! Grab your peek-a-boo capes and bat codpieces, because in this episode of Jive From New York, we're going to a vampire orgy! That's right. it's The Orgy- the season 1 episode of What We Do in the Shadows where virgin blood will be drunk. a Badabook will be spotted, and we'll watch an orgy of very erotic films. Could it BE any sexier? Tune in to find out!


What We Do in the Shadows- Citizenship
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03/27/2026

Hey you guys! In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and MIchael talk about the season 1 episode of What We Do in the Shadows- Citizenship! Join them as they bare their arms to discuss unlocking their secret powers, the 1992 Dream Team, and so much more!


What We Do in the Shadows- The Trial
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#8
03/20/2026

Charties! It's a very special episode of Jive From New York, celebrating our one year anniversary! And who better to join us than our #1 fan and familiar, Adam Donnelly! He helps us unpack the amazing, important, and star-studded episode of What We Do in the Shadows Season 1: The Trial! Much will be discussed here, so don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows- Baron's Night Out
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#7
03/13/2026

In this episode of JFNY, Heather and Michael discuss the What We Do in the Shadows season 1 episode Baron's Night Out! If you want a night on the town, to see the sights like a prince among paupers, this is the episode for you! So throw on your wale-cords, have a piece of pizza pie, throw this show on in your earbuds and hit the town! Also, if your were ever wondering which vampires are which Charties-In-Charge, this also happens in this episode!


What We Do in the Shadows: Animal Control
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#6
03/06/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and mIchael review the season 1 episode of What We Do in the Shadows- Animal Control! From dirty mop water to a pile of rats, this episode has it all, and the JFNY podcast has crossed oceans of time to talk about it!


JFNY Special! A chat with Your Cool Uncle Marisa!
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02/27/2026

In this special episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael take a detour from vampires to have a chat with Youtube content creator Your Cool Uncle Marisa! All the bases are covered here, from modding video game consoles to cats to...911? Sure. Anyway it's a fun chat so be sure to tune in! And don't forget to check out Cool Uncle Marisa'a youtube channel!


What We Do in the Shadows: Manhattan Night Club
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#5
02/20/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael review the season 1 episode of What We Do in the Shadows, Manhattan Night Club! This episode really has it all; Rowboats, capes, cats, cursed hats, and so much more. If what you were looking for was the sweet relief from life, you have come to the right podcast!


What We Do in the Shadows S1E3: Werewolf Feud
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#4
02/13/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael review one of the true classic episodes of What We Do in the Shadows, an episode featuring two fun stories: One about the age-old battle between vampires and werewolves, and the other involving the workplace of two energy draining coworkers and their budding office romance. Don't miss it!


What We Do in the Shadows S1E2: City Council
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#3
02/06/2026

Coming up on Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss season 1 episode 2 of What We Do in the Shadows- City Council! Come for the larping, stay to have your entrails hung over the stoplight at Highland Blvd..


What We Do in the Shadows S1E1: Pilot
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#2
01/30/2026

In this episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael discuss the very first episode of the very excellent tv series What We Do in the Shadows!


What We Do in the Shadows (the movie)
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#1
01/24/2026

Welcome back, Charties! In this, the season 2 premiere episode of Jive From New York, Heather and Michael step away from New York to visit New Zealand so they can watch and discuss the movie What We Do in the Shadows! This is preparation for the return to New York (Staten Island, specifically) so that they can cover What We Do in the Shadows the TV show! You're officially invited inside to come along for the spooooky ride!