Let’s Commiserate

In this episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam and Dave discuss the iconic Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie. They dive into the intricacies of Poirot’s brilliant investigation, the captivating characters, and the masterful writing that has made this book one of the most celebrated mysteries of all time. Sam reflects on the book’s logical structure and the subtle genius of Poirot’s deductions, while Dave explores the unique pacing and why it’s so engaging.They also touch on the differences between the book and its various film adaptations, sharing their thoughts on how the story has been brought to life on screen. Plus, get ready for the upcoming breakdown of the 1974 adaptation—there’s a lot to look forward to!We’d love to hear your thoughts! Have you read Murder on the Orient Express? What’s your favorite adaptation? Let us know!🎙 Tune in now to enjoy the conversation and join the mystery discussion!

The bandmates have assembled—well, most of them—and chaos follows.In this unhinged but heartfelt episode of Let’s Commiserate, Sam is joined by fellow bandmates Kyle and Clay for a whirlwind discussion that veers from musical commitment issues to All-State trumpet trauma… before spiraling into a full-blown Star Wars therapy session. Somehow, it ends with a group therapy session over the Juke phone and the PG-13 rating.🎵 We discuss:🎺 Why Kyle may or may not be a real band member👕 The controversy of the official band t-shirt🎶 All-State, symphonic band, and musical ego checks🤖 Deep thoughts on Obi-Wan, Clone Wars, and Andor📱 Juke phones, Windows CE, and early 2000s tech nostalgia🎓 Fake graduation parties (???)🐉 How to Train Your Dragon, Indiana Jones, and childhood trauma🎮 Is KOTOR the greatest game of all time?This episode is equal parts band roast, Star Wars breakdown, and therapy via nostalgia.🗣 QUESTION FOR YOU: What’s the most questionable childhood movie you were allowed to watch—and did it mess you up?🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries! 🎙 Join Sam & Dave (and whoever shows up) as we vent about life and dive into passionate debates about:🔹 Star Wars – From chaotic sequels to deep lore breakdowns 🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, tropes, and red herrings galoreWe also run Mysteries On Demand, your go-to shop for downloadable murder mystery game kits!🛒 Check out the games: https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.com

In this special sibling episode, Sam is joined by his brother Ben and sister Kayla to unpack the emotional finale of Andor Season 2—and things take a laughter-filled turn.We’re talking:The heartbreak and brilliance of Luthen’s arcHow Andor seamlessly connects to Rogue OneAnd yes... we reveal footage from the Star Wars fan film we made as kids (featuring trash can droids, treehouse cinematography, and our dad playing multiple roles)It’s chaos, nostalgia, and surprisingly deep takes from the Roberts household.Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/🎧 Subscribe and stay tuned for our full Rogue One breakdown coming soon!

This week, Sam’s wife joins the show! She used to just listen to the podcast. Now she lives with it.We talk about:How a 1920s murder mystery party led to marriageHandling being in the spotlightThe delightfully unhelpful marriage advice people giveAndor Season 2's second arc, eps 4-6 - is it...anticlimactic? 🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!

This week, we dive into the Season 1 finale of Andor and unpack one of the best Star Wars conclusions in years. But before the rebellion begins, Sam and Dave get real about the chaos of wedding planning—from unwanted advice to unsolicited “help.”Will Dave return after tying the knot? Or is this the beginning of Sam’s solo villain arc? Tune in for laughter, debates, and a surprising amount of rage about photo booths.✦ Commiserations ✦ Andor Season 1 breakdown ✦ The birth of the rebellion (and Dave’s marriage)Let us know: What’s the wildest thing someone expected from YOUR wedding?

It’s our 41st episode and we’re accidentally celebrating—with a surprise noir-themed bachelor night that’s somehow both hilarious and wholesome. (Yes, there were scavenger hunts. Yes, there were fedoras.)Then we dive into Andor Episode 6: “The Eye”—one of the most intense, thrilling episodes in Star Wars TV history. We break down:That jaw-dropping heist 🎯Why Nemik crushed us (literally) 💔The Empire’s petty manipulation tacticsAnd the power of moral gray zones in rebellion storiesAlso: we rant about imperial donut bellies, praise overcoats, and explain why married couples are the best dinner guests.🎙 Let’s Commiserate – Star Wars debates. Murder mystery love. Friend therapy in podcast form.

Sam’s fighting a head cold, Dave’s dodging germs, and the Etsy review system is driving them both nuts. In this week’s episode of Let’s Commiserate, the guys review Andor Season 1, Episode 4 – “Aldhani” – and dive into everything from Luthen’s wig collection to the empire’s weird obsession with “healthcare.”But first, they unpack the hilarious and frustrating story behind a 1-star review that’s sabotaging their murder mystery Etsy shop.📦 Is it air? Is it digital? Is it a scam? (Spoiler: it’s not.) 🍵 Also featuring hot takes on natural medicine, AI-powered Star Wars droids, and the eternal mystery of blue milk.