Episodes

  • Smell Test Episode 100: Wish Upon a Star
    Mar 16 2026

    Wish Upon A Star (1996) was a Disney Channel Original Movie that followed the body-swap trope. Tune in to hear the origins of body swap movies, our thoughts on who we would swap with, fatphobia, and the ethics of trading places with someone.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Smell Test Episode 99: Harry and the Hendersons
    Mar 2 2026

    Harry and the Hendersons (1987) had a formidable impact on Jessica's thinking today. Tune in to hear more about it! Topics include toxic masculinity, environmental protection, and why Diane thinks Seattle sucks.

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  • Smell Test Episode 98: Orange County
    Feb 23 2026

    Orange County (2002) debuted 24 years ago and supplanted Jack Black as a physical comedy icon. Tune in as we give this film a review. Topics include elderly abuse, addiction, and nepo babies.

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    55 mins
  • Smell Test 97: Double Jeopardy
    Feb 10 2026

    Double Jeopardy (1999) stars feminist icon and activist Ashley Judd. Tune in as real-life lawyer Jess gives us a lesson on why the film's premise isn't legally sound.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Smell Test Episode 96: Drop Dead Gorgeous
    Feb 2 2026

    Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999) follows wannabe beauty queens in small town Minnesota. Join us as we talk about if this is really a black comedy or plain offensive in 2026. Topics include disability representation, beauty standards, and which contestant we most identify with.

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    55 mins
  • Smell Test Episode 95: What Women Want
    Jan 26 2026

    What Women Want (2000) stars Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt--and a host of other famous actors. Topics include talking about what an (alleged) asshole Mel Gibson is, and debriefing on if this film really represents the female psyche.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Smell Test Episode 94: Three Amigos!
    Jan 23 2026

    Three Amigos! (1986) is where Steve Martin and Martin Short's longtime friendship and collaboration began. Topics include the proliferation of police state, portrayal of women of color, and how much Chevy Chase sucks.

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    50 mins
  • Smell Test Episode 93: Bridget Jones's Diary
    Jan 5 2026

    Happy New Year, everyone! This week we talk about 2001's Bridget Jones's Diary. Topics in this episode include fatphobia, new year's resolutions, and workplace relationships.

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    1 hr and 8 mins