Why Are We Like This?
Making sense of people who don’t make sense, Why Are We Like This? is a podcast about human nature, pop culture, and the wonderfully strange ways people behave.Hosted by a gay married couple with strong opinions and an endless curiosity about what makes people tick, Why Are We Like This? dives into movies, TV shows, celebrity moments, internet obsessions, social trends, and everyday quirks that shape our lives. Each week we break down the pop culture moments, questionable human behavior, and everyday oddities we can’t stop talking about—and the surprisingly relatable reasons behind them.Part cultural comment...
The One Where We Hate Ross.
Why do we love to hate Ross?
Friends became one of television's biggest sitcoms by turning six twenty-somethings into a kind of chosen family—and decades later, we're still watching, laughing, quoting, and arguing about them.
This week, we're talking about why Friends became such a phenomenon, why the chemistry between its six leads still works, the show's influence on fashion and hair, and of course... Ross.
Was Ross and Rachel's relationship a great romantic love story—or one of the most exhausting storylines in sitcom history? Why was Ross...
Why Are We So Destructive?
Why are humans so destructive?
What makes someone scratch the paint off a Disney attraction, vandalize public property, attack a stranger online, leave trash behind, or make choices that put an entire community at risk?
What starts as a question about destruction quickly becomes a conversation about ownership, entitlement, powerlessness, empathy, and our need to feel seen.
We talk about why people may destroy things that belong to everyone, why social media makes it so easy to forget the human being on the other side of the screen, and...
Why Do We Love James Wan?
Why do we love James Wan?
Jarrod and Robert dive deep into the James Wan horror universe, revisiting all five Insidious films in chronological order and exploring what makes these movies so much more than simple possession stories.
From Lin Shaye's evolution into the emotional anchor of the Insidious franchise, to the terrifying logic of The Further, the Bride in Black, the ghosts that look almost too real, and the surprisingly complex character arcs woven throughout the series, we unpack why James Wan's horror stays with us long after the credits roll.
We...
Why Did Disneyland Lose Its Magic?
“What Happened to the Magic of Disneyland?”
Disneyland was once a place where you could escape the real world and immerse yourself in something magical. But on a recent visit, we found ourselves asking: what happened?
From constant phone use and social media to endless monetization, intellectual property taking over the parks, and an experience that increasingly feels more transactional than magical, we explore how Disneyland has changed—and whether the magic really disappeared, or whether we simply grew up.
Because maybe the real irony is this: we went to Disney...
Why The Shards?
What happens when the dark, seductive world of Bret Easton Ellis meets the glossy, meticulously crafted universe of Ryan Murphy?
In this episode of Why Are We Like This?, we dive into The Shards—a story of beautiful people, beautiful places, drugs, sex, violence and the loneliness hiding underneath the veneer. But our conversation quickly becomes about something much bigger: the loss of childhood, the consequences of growing up too soon, and what happens when young people are left to navigate the world without the guidance they need.
We explore why we're often drawn to th...
Why Do We Have to Be Right?
Why Do We Have to Be Right?
Why is being wrong so uncomfortable?
In this episode of Why Are We Like This?, Jarrod and Robert take a closer look at our need to be right—and what that need might actually be protecting.
Is being wrong really a threat to our identity, our intelligence, or our sense of control? Or have we simply learned to confuse being wrong about something with being wrong as a person?
The conversation explores vulnerability, ego, intellectual humility, and the wa...
Why Do We Want To Matter?
Why do we want to matter?
Is it survival? Ego? Legacy? Love? Or something even deeper?
This week, Jarrod and Robert explore one of the most fundamental questions of the human experience. From childhood bullying and people-pleasing to celebrity culture, social media, and the pursuit of fame, they examine why so many of us look outward for validation—and whether the answer has been within us all along.
Maybe mattering isn't about being remembered.
Maybe it's about how we experience our own lives.
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Why Don't I Like Musicals?
What started as a conversation about why Jarrod doesn't enjoy musicals quickly became something much bigger.
From Grease 2 and Book of Mormon to Death Becomes Her, drag, comedy, and storytelling, we explore why some art feels authentic while other art feels performative. Along the way we discuss nostalgia, originality, stereotypes, cancel culture, and why the best conversations aren't about changing minds—they're about expanding them.
This isn't really an episode about musicals.
It's an episode about honesty.
Stay Curious.
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Why Is Madonna Still So Relevant?
Few artists have shaped popular culture the way Madonna has. For more than four decades, she's reinvented herself, challenged expectations, sparked conversations, and remained at the center of music, fashion, and entertainment. But what is it about Madonna that has allowed her to stay relevant while so many others have faded from the spotlight?
In this episode, we explore the lasting appeal of the Queen of Pop—from her fearless creativity and business savvy to her willingness to evolve with the times while staying unapologetically herself. We'll look at the risks she's taken, the controversies she's embraced, an...
Why Is It So Hard To Put In The Effort?
Success isn't always about talent, luck, or having the perfect plan—more often, it's about showing up and putting in the effort, day after day. In this episode, we explore why consistent effort matters in every area of life, from our careers and relationships to our health, personal growth, and everyday responsibilities.
We'll discuss how small, intentional actions create lasting change, why persistence often outperforms natural ability, and how embracing the process can help you overcome setbacks and build resilience. Whether you're chasing a big goal or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this co...
Why Are We Still Streaming?
Streaming was supposed to make entertainment easier—but somehow it feels more complicated than ever. In this episode, we dive into the growing frustrations of modern streaming platforms, from endless subscription fees and disappearing content to confusing interfaces, password crackdowns, and the overwhelming challenge of deciding what to watch. We explore how the promise of convenience has evolved into a fragmented ecosystem that leaves viewers juggling apps, budgets, and recommendations.
Whether you're tired of chasing your favorite shows across multiple services or just miss the days when finding something to watch didn't feel like a part-time job, th...
Why Is Summer House So Overcast?
We promised that we wouldn't fall into the trap of becoming the next gay Bravo commentary podcast, but the drama is RIPE this season on Summer House. With the drama between stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson, and it's completely imploded following Amanda’s separation from Kyle Cooke. Their messy romance, conflicting timelines, and explosive reunion confrontations led to West's exit from the show and caused a massive rift within the cast.
And it's delicious. We chat about why West is (and has been) a problem on the show, we try to psychoanalyze Amanda's poor decision-making, an...
Why Is Horror Hit-Or-Miss?
"The Podcast is coming from inside the house..."
If you've listened to us before, you KNOW we love horror, Halloween, and all things spooky. We invite you, if you dare, to listen in because, in tonight's episode we revisit some of our favorite (and not so favorite) horror films from the last few years since we've been "ghosted", including new classics like The Substance, Late Night with the Devil, and a little underrated gem called Imaginary. We also chat about what makes a great horror film, as well as a little vent of our...
Welcome Back, Kotter
"It's been 84 years..."
Okay. Not really. But we have been on a three-year hiatus! Life threw us a few curve balls, we've made some life changes, and now we've surfaced on the other side! In our Season 5 Premiere Episode we chat about what's been going on, how things have been since we've last recorded and fill you in on all the latest updates to our podcast formerly known as "The Mr & Mrs Show". We hope you'll join us on this journey of trying to make sense of people who don't make sense.
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Bibbidi, Bobbidi, Bullshit
Here's a fun-filled bullshit episode where we're joined by our gal pal Jessica for the weekend. We decided to play a few rounds of UNO while chatting about what's on our minds and laughing about... bullshit.
Hope you're all having a happy haunting season!
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Reality (TV) Bites - Part 2
In part two of this super fun TWO-PART Episode we continue our deep dive into a brief history of Reality Unscripted Television. Where it started, where it's been, and where we think it's going. Nomi has a lot to say about the Housewives, and there are some other nuggets about some of our other favorites. We even chat about Nomi's time on BRAVO's BlowOut in the early 2000s.
Then we reminisce a little about our favorite reality TV Star Anna Nichole Smith, and throw out our ideas for brand new TV Show Ideas that we'd love to see. What a...
Reality (TV) Bites - Part 1
In this super fun TWO-PART Episode We do a deep dive into a brief history of Reality Unscripted Television. Where it started, where it's been, and where we think it's going. Nomi has a lot to say about the Housewives, and there are some other nuggets about some of our other favorites. We even chat about Nomi's time on BRAVO's BlowOut in the early 2000s.
Then we reminisce a little about our favorite reality TV Star Anna Nichole Smith, and throw out our ideas for brand new TV Show Ideas that we'd love to see. What are some of you...
Politics as Sport
We've been putting this one off for a while, only because typically you're not supposed to talk about Politics at the Table. But it's time, right? We can all be big boys/girls/non-binary folk and speak about these things in a way that can help us all to wrap our minds around what's going on.
No controversy, and no confusing terms, just keeping it simple and easy. Be a good person and take care of yourself, while being empathetic and willing to take care of others whether it directly affects you or not (here's a hint... it...
The Time of My Life...
Who doesn't love Dirty Dancing? No, really. It has everything. Fantastic Music, Phenomenal Dancing, Young Love, and a few other weird story plots truly help this film stand the test of time.
Nomi & Robert chat through what makes the movie so memorable to them, and how it's shaped them in different ways over the years. How has it changed your life? Or is it one you can pass on? Let us know what you think about Dirty Dancing!
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Are You Prepared For When Disaster Strikes?
Just kidding. Everything is fine. Like it usually is...
This week we're talking about Fear-Mongering in the Media. We've all heard it, or seen it, or read it. That little snippet of something intended to alarm us and ensure we "Tune In at 11" for the rest of the story. It's ridiculous, and Nomi's got a lot to say about it.
The latest was this horrible, deadly, tragic, monstrous Hurricane Hilary that went to SoCal. Not only was it just another typical Summer rain for us, but the amount of time and energy that people wasted trying to s...
We Are Totally Buggin'
Nomi has been alluding to this episode for years now. If she's not talking about 90's Fashion, she's talking about her favorite 90's movies, or 90's music, or her life in San Francisco in... you guessed it... the 90's.
We chat about a few of our favorite things from the 90's, why it was so formative for us, and why a specific OC Housewife is a terrible person who deserves to suffer in a Ryan Murphy Netflix show.
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Foolish Mortals
You know we're the biggest fans of Disney's Haunted Mansion ride, so we were getting pretty excited about the newest movie this Summer. Especially considering that it's been 20 YEARS since the first film in 2003 with Eddie Murphy, which left us wanting so much more.
But... we were sadly disappointed again. Take a listen and let us know what YOU thought of the latest in the Disney Marketing Department's attempt to cash in on beloved original Intellectual Property based on theme park attractions.
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Going Runway Rogue with Patricia Hartmann
This week Nomi talks about one of her absolute favorite things, 90's Fashion, with one of her absolute favorite people, 90's Supermodel and Founder + creator of Runway Rogue Beauty, Patrica Hartmann!
After being discovered in her native Germany as a teenager, Hartmann went on to appear on the covers of Vogue Italia, Harper's Bazaar and Elle Magazine, among many others. She walked the runway for labels including Chanel, Christian Dior, Fendi and Dolce & Gabbana and was signed up as the face of Maybelline and L'Oreal.
From the beginnings of the Waif Wave, to what it means now to have C...
Ozempic is Tipping the Scales
Like much of the US, Nomi has just started on her path to a more healthful self with the help of Ozempic (or specifically in her case, WeGovy). But four weeks into it she can't find it anywhere to continue her treatment!
Why is it so popular? What does it even do? And where can we get some more? Find out more about Nomi's experiences with the latest Weight-Loss-Wonder-Drug on this week's episode.
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Are You There God? It's Me, Nomi.
We know you're not supposed to talk about Money, Politics, or Religion when you've got relatives over for dinner. So come sit by us and we'll chat through all the nitty-gritty about why religion can sometimes be frustrating, ridiculous, and even dangerous! Not all of them of course, and not all people, but you get what we're talking about.
This week we've got a frank discussion about what religions mean to us, why we struggle with the idea of organized religions, and what we think may be in store for us in the next life. Or is this...
The War on Small Business
Our pal Steven is back for more, and talking about his experience owning a Small Business and the struggles he's faced over the last few years. I'm sure a lot of you can relate, and maybe you have your own insight? From the decline of effective online-advertising, digital monopolies, and ghost competitors, how does one make it out?
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They're Coming For You, Barbara...
Zombies are on the loose! It seems like every horror film, show, game has some sort of Zombie Apocolypse attached to it these days. From The Walking Dead and it's multiple spin-off shows, to the latest craze surrounding The Last of Us, it seems like people can't get enough of the undead.
Is it a good thing? Is it lazy? Or is it all fair game? Let's chat about re-animators!
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Domo Arigato Mrs Moore
Today's episode is all about the 80s! We chat through some of our favorite memories that we grew up with across music, tv, movies, and why we're so glad some things never go out of style.
What are some of your favorite things about the 80s?
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The Sex Episode- Part 2
We're back with part two of this sordid episode and joined again by our friend "Steven". Remember, this is a NSFW episode of The Mr. & Mrs. Show. If you've ever wanted to find out more about the secret world of Gay Sex, how Grinder works, and a little insight into Nomi's past, be sure to not miss the second part this two-part episode!
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The Sex Episode- Part 1
We're joined by our friend "Steven" for a very NSFW episode of The Mr. & Mrs. Show. If you've ever wanted to find out more about the secret world of Gay Sex, how Grinder works, and a little insight into Nomi's past, be sure to not miss this two-part episode!
Download this and future episodes of our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocketcasts, and anywhere else to find your favorite shows. You can search MR & MRS and please be sure to subscribe, and/or write a review if possible to help build our show. Have an idea for a fu...
Trans and The Art of Drag
You may not know it yet, but doing drag and being transgender are NOT the same thing. Drag is a type of performance art. Transgender is a type of gender identity. As Drag Race as a competition, and it's contestants, have evolved over the last 14+ years, we've seen more and more Transgender Drag Performers compete and WIN! But you may still have some questions about what it all means, or are unsure of how it makes you feel. Today's episode we chat through our thoughts on Transgender People in Drag, and how it's important to support everyone.
Here's a...
The Downfall of the Influencer
It's been more than 20 years since MySpace first graced our world-wide-web browsers, and it's been a social media-fueled hellscape ever since. Well, not. Not really. But gone are the days of competing for your friend's Top 8, vying for more photo gallery space, and polite conversation over the latest news headlines.
We've talked about Social Media on this show before, but today we're taking on the Influencer, what it means to be paid for your "content", and why Nomi hates all of it...
...but still somehow finds time to mindlessly scroll through TikTok. Cause it's funny.
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Dreaming of a Black Christmas
It's another of Nomi's favorite movies, and this time we're chatting about Black Christmas (2006). She's got a lot to say about this one, considering she watches it at least once a day during the month of December. It's on a loop more than TNT replays A Christmas Story.
So grab your eggnog, cozy up by the fire, and sharpen that candy cane to an uncomfortably sharp point and we close this season of The Mr. & Mrs. Show with a Holiday favorite. See you next year gang and thanks for joining us!
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Showgirls- The Birth of Nomi
It happened. It's been a long time coming, but Nomi finally convinced Robert to talk about one of her favorite movies, Showgirls. It's a deep dive into a film that many have considered to be a deep dud. But there's a lot taken for granted in this movie, despite the seemingly over-the-top performances, seedy storyline, and nudity galore.
I wouldn't say the movie has heart, but it definitely has soul. Maybe it's just too much of a mirror for most people to be able to face when watching it? Just sayin'. Happy Holiday's ya'll!
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Horror Makes Us Happy with S.A. Bradley
Robert and Nomi join S. A. Bradley, (author of Screaming for Pleasure: How Horror Makes You Happy and Healthy and host of the Hellbent for Horror podcast) on a fun and energetic riff on one of our oldest and most beautiful storytelling forms: the horror genre. Bradley talks to us about how the genre is tailor-made for allegory and metaphor, and how it allows us to have a safe “handshake” with our shadow-selves. We also chat about our "first-kisses" with horror, how horror can sometimes be a safe space for LGBTQIA+ community and other "cultural outcasts", and why the genre dese...
Errin Smith- What are you REALLY craving?
Are you hungry for more? No. really. It feels like Nomi and Robert are perpetually hungry, even when they just ate. There's always an opportunity for one more snack, one more dessert, and one more serving. Does it ever end? Do you ever feel the same?
This week we're chatting with Errin Smith. Also known as "That Health Chick" on Instagram, an avid health and fitness fanatic who has been expertly trained in health optimization for over 15 years, and has worked with world-leading health experts such as Dr. Zach Bush MD, Dr. Christine Shaffner, Mark Groves and a lis...
Dish with Dr. Disneyland!
This week we have a very special guest; Dr. Disneyland himself Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes!
Jeff Barnes is the best-selling author of two books based on the life of Walt Disney and the creation of Disney theme parks. Jeff attributes his passion for Disney to his love of history and Walt’s story of success. Jeff believes the parks teach us some of life’s greatest lessons.
Jeff is more than an expert on Walt Disney and a fan of the theme parks. When Jeff talks to audiences, he blends the history, nostalgia, and Disney experience that we all...
Happy Halloween!
That's right Boils & Ghouls (and Non-Binary Beasties)! It's our favorite time of the year and we are celebrating by talking about why we love Halloween so much. From the candy, the decorations, the haunted houses, the candy, the movies, the spooky stories, and more candy.
Oh... and Robert may even have an extra special spooky story for you all! What are some of your favorite things about Halloween? Share with us your spooktacular seasonal favorites!
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How To Get Discovered with Vinnie Potestivo
This episode Nomi & Robert convo with the one-and-only Vinnie Potestivo, Emmy® Award-winning Media Advisor who helps clients leverage their media exposure, find fame and make an impact. Vinnie is the Editor-in-chief of I Have A Podcast® and is responsible for discovering and amplifying the voice of independent podcasters worldwide.
We have a blast chatting about aspects of celebrity, the viability of being discovered in a seemingly oversaturated market, and the importance of "Leaning into Yourself" when developing your personal talent brand.
Whether you're a podcaster, an artist, a musician, or a creator; if you're out to make a nam...
Hellish Housewives & More!
This week Nomi was triggered by the most recent episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and she wanted to get a few things off her chest. We were then led to a discussion about some other things that have been grinding our gears lately. Seems like there's quite a bit of bullshittery going on recently, but is it fair to blame Mercury and its frequent retrograde?
Thank you all for listening along to all of our 50 EPISODES! It's been an amazing ride!
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