23 episodes

Frank & Sense is the most Frank show on the internet. It's a talk show where host Frank Cervarich is joined by remarkable people, discussing a wide range of topics, including news, policy, sports, and culture. It's casual and fun. And maybe a little weird, but in a good way.

Frank & Sense Frank Cervarich

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 7 Ratings

Frank & Sense is the most Frank show on the internet. It's a talk show where host Frank Cervarich is joined by remarkable people, discussing a wide range of topics, including news, policy, sports, and culture. It's casual and fun. And maybe a little weird, but in a good way.

    Godzilla x Kong x Frank x Mitch

    Godzilla x Kong x Frank x Mitch

    It's the crossover event that you've been waiting for: Godzilla x Kong x Frank x Mitch! Frank is joined by Mitch to discuss the 2017 film "Kong: Skull Island" as well as the 2024 cinematic event "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." The boys discuss the history of these two big boys, as well as King Kong's anatomy, Hollow Earth, Mothra, moving rocks, Scarface, ice dinosaurs, and much more. Plus - a special guest appearance from Chelsea Willis who shares her thoughts on "Godzilla x Kong" as well as "90 Day Fiancé." It's Podzilla x Kong Cast! King Kong did nothing wrong! Onward and upward in the arts!

    • 2 hr 21 min
    Shitake'ing with Chef Sasha Felikson

    Shitake'ing with Chef Sasha Felikson

    If you've followed the food scene in Washington, DC, there's a very good chance you've dined on food prepared by Chef Sasha Felikson. Sasha has worked with some of DC's most notable chefs, like Jose Andres, and has worked in Michelin-rated restaurants. He's also Frank's oldest friend. This week, Sasha serves up some hot takes. It's Sasha's smorgasbord of of sensitive subjects subjected to subtle Cervarich scrutiny. It's our most delicious episode yet. Sauce it up, and join the fun!
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    • 1 hr 38 min
    Let's Get "Dune 2" Business!

    Let's Get "Dune 2" Business!

    It's a Dune double feature! This week, Frank is joined by his trusty companions Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino for a trip to the desert world Arrakis. The boys watched "Dune" and "Dune 2" and then recorded a podcast - live in person, as written! They discuss all things Dune: spice, sandworms, witches, Space Boston, and black goop. Fear is the mind killer. Jump in your ornithopter and join us!

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    • 1 hr 32 min
    Ann Fraistat on Writing Hopeful Horror

    Ann Fraistat on Writing Hopeful Horror

    Frank hosts a way-too-early career retrospective with author Ann Fraistat, starting with her high school plays and following her journey all the way through becoming a published author. Ann has written two (excellent) young adult novels, What We Harvest and A Place for Vanishing. We discuss the art of writing, the struggle to find an agent and become a professional author, dreams, and bugs.
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    • 1 hr
    Caleb Rudow on the Politics of Joyfulness

    Caleb Rudow on the Politics of Joyfulness

    Frank is joined by his old friend Caleb Rudow. Caleb is a normal guy, who never imagined running for public office. Now he's running for the House seat previously held by Mark Meadows and Madison Cawthorn (NC-11). Frank and Caleb talk about Caleb's journey into politics, remaining joyful in the face of cynicism and fatalism, and magic.

    Follow Caleb on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Caleb's website, where you can learn more about his campaign and support his effort to flip NC-11.
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    • 1 hr 24 min
    Oscar-palooza 2024 Part 3: The Final Four Best Picture Nominees

    Oscar-palooza 2024 Part 3: The Final Four Best Picture Nominees

    It's all led up to this. Oscar-palooza 2024 comes to a thrilling conclusion as Frank is joined once again by Mitch Lerner and Matt Sparacino to review the final four Best Picture nominees of the year! Buckle up, strap in, and prepare yourself for a wild ride to the top of Mitch's Movie Mountain (TM).
    The Zone of Interest (22:45 to 50:25)Oppenheimer (50:50 to 1:18:50)Killers of the Flower Moon (1:19:05 to 1:51:35)Poor Things (1:51:35 to 2:22:30)
    Full spoilers for all movies discussed above! You have been warned!

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    • 2 hr 42 min

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