My Sister Made Me Watch This

Michelle
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Sisters Michelle and Cherie revisit TV shows and movies from their childhood and their different perspectives on them. As the older sister, Cherie most often controlled the television and subjected Michelle to shows that she would never have chosen to watch on her own.

Episodes

  1. 15H AGO

    034 Groundhog Day: Why Is There Never Any Hot Water in Punxsutawney?

    “Okay campers, rise and shine!” ❄️  This week, My Sister Made Me Watch This takes on one of our all-time favorite comfort movies: 1993’s Groundhog Day.  From blizzards and booties to time loops and piano lessons, we dig into why this movie is endlessly rewatchable—and somehow deeper every time. We talk about the real (and very questionable) history of Groundhog Day, behind-the-scenes movie trivia, casting what-ifs, Bill Murray’s complicated genius, and the moment Phil Connors finally gets it.  We also tackle the big questions:  How long was Phil really stuck in the loop?Could this movie even work today with cell phones and the internet?Is the woolly worm actually a better weather predictor than the groundhog?And… why is there NEVER hot water at that bed & breakfast? Grab some hot cocoa (or not—apparently that’s unreliable in Punxsutawney) and settle in for a cozy, funny, surprisingly thoughtful conversation about a movie we watch every single year.     🎬 What We Talk About   The real (and absurd) history of Groundhog DayWhy Punxsutawney wasn’t “pretty enough” for the movieBill Murray vs. Harold Ramis—and how it shaped the filmHow long Phil Connors may have been stuck (10 years? 10,000??)The cultural impact of Groundhog DayCasting what-ifs (Tom Hanks! Kevin Kline!)Why this movie still works—and probably couldn’t be remade todayThe woolly worm hot take 🐛🔥The eternal mystery of the missing hot water 🚿❓   📺 Where to Watch   Groundhog Day is available to rent or stream on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, and other major digital services (especially this time of year).

    46 min

  2. JAN 29

    033 Welcome Aboard! A Love Boat Cruise Through TV Nostalgia

    Love, exciting, and new… and very much a product of its time. This week, we’re dreaming of warmer weather and giving in to winter escapism by revisiting the classic TV series The Love Boat. From Captain Stubing and Julie the Cruise Director to endless celebrity guest stars and unforgettable theme music, we take a nostalgic cruise through one of the most iconic shows of the late 1970s and 1980s. We talk about why The Love Boat was such a huge cultural phenomenon, how it blended comedy, romance, and drama into tidy weekly storylines, and why it definitely doesn’t hit the same way today. Along the way, we quiz each other on the theme song, reminisce about staying up late on Saturday nights, and wonder why none of our real-life cruises ever included sitting at the captain’s table. We also dive into: The real-life Pacific Princess cruise shipFamous (and surprising) guest starsThe Aaron Spelling connectionThe show’s legacy, revivals, and reality-TV spin-offsAnd whether The Love Boat is worth watching now—or best remembered fondlySo grab your captain’s hat and join us for a fun, slightly snarky cruise down memory lane. Bon voyage! Where to Watch The Love Boat You can currently find The Love Boat streaming on: Pluto TV (free)Paramount+Amazon Prime VideoYouTube TVThe Roku Channel

    40 min

  3. JAN 22

    032 Before Lilo & Stitch: Disney’s Bizarre Sci-Fi Movie The Cat from Outer Space

    In this episode, we take a nostalgic (and slightly bewildered) look back at Disney’s 1978 live-action sci-fi comedy The Cat from Outer Space. Inspired by classic “fish-out-of-water” shows like Bewitched, I Dream of Jeannie, and My Favorite Martian, this forgotten Disney film features a talking alien cat, a magical collar, horse racing, pool hustling, and a surprisingly stacked cast of familiar TV faces. We break down the plot, the performances, and the sheer absurdity of a Disney movie where an extraterrestrial cat needs $120,000 worth of gold to repair his spaceship—and somehow ends up gambling to get it. Along the way, we discuss Disney’s post-Walt transition years, why so many 1970s Disney films feel like made-for-TV movies, and whether this movie holds up today (spoiler: probably not). If you love nostalgic deep dives, forgotten Disney films, or just the idea of a cat from outer space with secret powers, this episode is for you. What We Talk About in This Episode Why magical, otherworldly TV shows were so popular in the 1960s and 70sDisney’s strange creative period after Walt Disney’s deathThe full (and chaotic) plot of The Cat from Outer SpaceThe alien cat Jake and his very powerful collarGambling, horse racing, and pool hustlers… in a Disney movieThe surprisingly strong TV-star cast, including Ken Berry, Sandy Duncan, Roddy McDowell, and Harry MorganHow this movie compares to later “alien stranded on Earth” stories like E.T., Starman, Lilo & Stitch, and Men in BlackWhether this film is worth revisiting today—or introducing to your kidsThe cult appeal and odd legacy of this forgotten Disney titleWhy This Movie Still Matters (Sort Of) The Cat from Outer Space may not be a classic, but it’s a fascinating snapshot of Disney trying to find its footing between the death of its founder and the animation renaissance that began with The Little Mermaid. It’s weird, it’s dated, and it’s undeniably charming in a very 1970s way.

    43 min

  4. JAN 15

    031 Bewitched: Nose Twitches, Nosy Neighbors, and the Most Put-Upon TV Husband Ever

    This week on My Sister Made Me Watch This, we’re heading back to the suburbs—where witches twitch their noses, neighbors spy through curtains, and chaos somehow strengthens marriages. We’re talking all about Bewitched, the iconic fantasy sitcom that aired from 1964 to 1972 and became one of the most popular television shows of its era. From snow-day memories and black-and-white episodes to animated opening credits by Hanna-Barbera, this show left a lasting mark on pop culture. We dive into: The surprisingly rushed Bewitched pilot and how different it feels from the rest of the seriesSamantha Stephens, suburban witch—and whether marrying Darren was actually a downgradeEndora’s legendary disdain for “Dagwood”The curse(?) of cast changes, including two Darrens and multiple Gladys KravitzesWhich Darren is better (and why this debate gets heated)Iconic elements like the theme song, animated opening credits, and the famous nose twitchAunt Clara, Uncle Arthur, Dr. Bombay, Serena, and the rest of Samantha’s magical (and not-so-competent) familyThe show’s influence on later series like I Dream of Jeannie and Sabrina the Teenage WitchFun facts, including the Samantha statue in Salem and the surprising reuse of sitcom housesWhether Bewitched still holds up for modern viewers—and how the next generation reactsGrab your broom, avoid the Kravitzes, and join us for a nostalgic, funny, and slightly baffled look at one of television’s most beloved sitcoms.

    47 min

  5. JAN 8

    030 Rudolph’s Shiny New Year: The Weirdest Holiday Special You Forgot Existed

    Are we still allowed to say “Happy New Year”? Apparently yes — at least long enough to revisit one of the strangest holiday TV specials ever made. In this episode, we dive headfirst into Rudolph’s Shiny New Year (1976), the Rankin/Bass stop-motion follow-up that somehow thought the world needed Baby New Year, an evil immortal vulture, time-traveling islands, friendly dinosaurs, and a deeply questionable Rudolph. We break down: Why New Year–themed movies and TV specials are surprisingly rareHow Rudolph’s Shiny New Year tried (and failed) to cash in on the popularity of the original Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerThe absolutely bonkers plot involving Father Time, Baby New Year “Happy,” and the threat of December 31st lasting foreverThe Archipelago of Last Years (yes, really), including cavemen, dinosaurs, and the Island of No NameThe creepy motivations of Eon the Terrible, an evil vulture trying to stop time itselfWhy Rudolph — of all characters — comes off as… not very niceHow Rankin/Bass stop-motion (“Animagic”) remains impressive even when the story completely falls apartWhich holiday specials do still hold up — and which are best left forgottenWe also talk voice casting (hello, Red Skelton and Frank Gorshin), nostalgia vs. reality, and whether this is a holiday special anyone actually needs to revisit. Spoiler alert: If you’ve never seen Rudolph’s Shiny New Year, there’s probably a reason — and we’re not convinced you should fix that. 🎄⏰🦌

    45 min
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About

Sisters Michelle and Cherie revisit TV shows and movies from their childhood and their different perspectives on them. As the older sister, Cherie most often controlled the television and subjected Michelle to shows that she would never have chosen to watch on her own.

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  • Creator
    Michelle
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 My Sister Made Me Watch This
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