Recommended to Me by a Friend

Aubry Cillo

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Recommended to Me by a Friend

Come see what happens when one overscheduled writer commits herself to taking various recommendations and drags friends along for the ride! New episodes on the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month!

FEB 21

Dedicated to Sam Chew Jr... because he IS real person!

With only a few days before an unprecedented snow storm, Aubry travels to Florida to co-host with Bennett Traylor for his 4th episode! This week, two old friends discuss the 1991 masterpiece: Oscar, staring Sylvester Stallone, Marisa Tomei and Tim Curry! On a day meant to bring peace and security, a soon-to-be ex-gangster has his life turned upside down with hilarious results. Meanwhile, as our hosts discuss the stellar cast and impeccable writing, the conversation shifts to everything from how heavy the maids underwear actually must have been, which radio shows were "spouse-killing good", some intriguing family history and a legendary arson case with a bizarre outcome. This and so much more on this week's episode of Recommended To Me By A Friend!

2h 6m
FEB 7

Jessica & Aubry & Beetlejuice & Beetlejuice & Beetlejuice... But Not Josh

What’s the meaning of life? How seriously should we take death? Are all millennials doomed, or do we just suck? This week Aubry and first-time co-host Jessica McLean take on these and many other questions as they discuss Beetlejuice The Musical, The Musical, The Musical! When nobody expected a musical about the ever-crude bio-exorcist to make such an impact, it wound up sparking a conversation between these two friends as they talk about what actually qualifies as “important” in this life. From grieving loved ones, to understanding what happiness actually is, to figuring out your place in the world, this episode is full of debate and examination. All this and more on this week’s episode of Recommended, Recommended, Recommended… To Me By A Friend! Consider making your donation (without scaring a stranger) at https://broadwaycares.org

1h 58m
FEB 6 · BONUS

The Email Episode!!!

After four years of not being used on this podcast Ashely the intern is back hosting this special episode where she makes Aubry answer emails from past listeners! Let's face it, this podcast has had some weird stuff going on behind the scenes. After taking over the show's correspondence, Ashely endeavors to get answers that you, the listeners, have sent in... What's been happening? Will this sarcastic teen finally bring order? Did any of YOUR questions get answered? Find out on this special bonus episode of Recommended To Me By A Friend! Join the conversation by writing to the show, (or Ashley the intern) at recommendedtome@outlook.com

46 min
JAN 17

Saving the People of Hyrule, One Side Quest At A Time

Yes, we’re back and we're here to save the world... Of Zelda! After finally deciding to move past the games of the N64 console, Aubry took the recommendation of first-time-guest Michael Migas and played through The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild! Listen as these old friend discuss their experiences with Breath of The Wild and Tears Of the Kingdom, as well as previous games from this franchise. How did the world of Hyrule enter their lives? Just how important is it to get ALL the Korok seeds? And what exactly does that cool-looking Gleeok do? Find out these answers and more on this week’s episode of Recommended To Me By A Friend! Episode Sources: The Psychology of Zelda – by Anthony M. Bean PhD The Legend of Zelda Lorecast – by Fumbling 4 and The All Might Crit Zelda The History of A Legendary Saga by Nicholas Courcier and Mehdi El Kanafi Psimple Phycology http://www.youtube.com/@psimplepsychology7278

1h 55m
JAN 4

Remember When Murder Was A Children's Game?

We're baaaaack! Coming back with solid goals this time, Recommended To Me By A Friend kicks off 2025 with a new episode featuring your ever-present host Aubry, joined by her her big brother and guest host, Nicholas Cillo! The week the discussion turns to Clue, the 1985 film, the new live stage show, the board game.... and what it was like growing up in a world wihere murder was a fun comedy for the whole family! Listen as Aubry and Nicholas delve into their memories of this movie and how the live show measured up to expectations. Does Aubry suffer from pressure of speech? Could Whiskey-Nicholas actually preform the role of Wadsworth? And what was the Red Scare? Find out the answers to these and many other questions on the Season Three premiere of Recommended To Me By A Friend!

1h 58m
05/03/2024

The Surprisingly Profound Meaning of Mean Girls

Why do we tear each other down? Why are we so afraid to make mistakes? And are the Spice Girls to blame? Find out in this shockingly profound episode where Aubry is joined by Katelyn Ramey in the episode forever known as that time "Recommended" accidently became a case study on intrapersonal communications among women.

1h 21m
04/19/2024

Making Fetch Happen!

This week Aubry is joined by new co-host Katelyn Ramey for a discussion on how accurate a view of Mean Girls' characters actually provide. Why are women trained early on see each other as threats and look for weaknesses, rather than build each other up? Why are women so afraid of making mistakes? Learn more about "girl world" from the advice of Rosalind Wiesman, the wit of Tiny Fey, and why their message is something everyone should here. This and more on this week's episode of Recommended To Me By A Friend!

1h 18m
04/18/2024

Just Who Are These "Mean Girls"?

In this episode, Aubry is joined by fellow color-guard survivor Katelyn Ramey to explain to listeners what Mean Girls is, was, and are. Join these two as they lay the groundwork for a deep and introspective look into what Mean Girls is, and why you should know about it. Please enjoy this primer episode of Recommended To Me By A Friend!

39 min

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Come see what happens when one overscheduled writer commits herself to taking various recommendations and drags friends along for the ride! New episodes on the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month!

Creator

Aubry Cillo
Years Active

2020 - 2025
Episodes

31
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Aubry Cillo
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