Do You Even Binge?

FELIPE ESPARZA

Comedian Felipe Esparza and his wife, Lesa, talk about binge-watching movies and TV shows - new and old.

  1. 2h ago

    Dysfunction Family Films - Do You Even Binge? Ep 61

    Dysfunction Family Films - Do You Even Binge? Ep 61 This week, we’re looking at Dysfunction Family Films, exploring movies focusing on dysfunctional families. The Lineup:  Stuart Saves His Family (1995): Al Franken plays Stuart Smalley, a follower of nearly every 12 step program out there, who goes back to his hometown for a funeral and tries desperately to fix his dysfunctional family.  Joe the King (1999): A 14 year old boy in an abusive household deals with a raging, violent alcoholic father and a neglectful mother while working illegally and resorting to petty theft.  This Boy’s Life (1993): Based on the life of and book by Tobias Wolff, a single mother and her rebellious teenage son move to Seattle where she marries a man who turns out to be an abusive alcoholic.  Parenthood (1989): Four adult siblings attempt to raise their children in their different styles, navigating various parenting challenges and family dynamics.  Mentions: Stuart Saves His Family, Mike Myers, Robert Smigel, Joe the King, Frank Whaley, Noah Fleiss, Val Kilmer, This Boy’s Life, Tobias Wolff, Robert DeNiro, Parenthood, Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel, Ron Howard, Steve Martin, Dianne Wiest, Martha Plimpton, Keanu Reeves, Joaquin Phoenix, Rick Moranis, Tom Hulce, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?, Crooklyn, August: Osage County, and The Nineties. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

  2. Jul 25

    Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Do You Even Binge? Ep 60

    Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Do You Even Binge? Ep 60 This week, we’re looking at Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (40th anniversary), celebrating the June 11, 1986 release and exploring the production, timeline logistics, and fan theories behind the classic comedy. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): A high school wise-guy is determined to take a day off from school with his girlfriend and best friend, despite what the suspicious school principal thinks. In this episode: Testing our acting abilities, tone trend, John Hughes writing the script in 6 days, previous casting choices (Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp, John Cusack, and Nicolas Cage), Shermer IL, Richard Edson, Leroy Flash Jenkins, the real parade shoot (Von Steuben Day Parade) and the extras shoot at Daley Plaza, the timeline logistics of the big day, two love connections (Cindy Pickett & Lyman Ward, Matthew Broderick & Jennifer Grey), and alternate theories (Home Alone similarities, Ferris & Jeannie as twins, the Fight Club theory, the Exaggerated Recollection theory, and the time loop theory).  Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

  3. Jul 18

    Virtual Companions - Do You Even Binge? Ep 59

    Virtual Companions - Do You Even Binge? Ep 59 This week, we’re looking at Virtual Companions - Part I, exploring the intersection of AI, artificial personas, and societal control in cinema. The Lineup: S1m0ne (2002): A desperate producer replaces a difficult lead actress with a flawless computer-generated star, leading to unexpected fame and the struggle to keep her origins secret. I Am Mother (2019): A girl raised by a robot in an underground bunker begins to question her reality after the arrival of an injured stranger. Z.P.G. (1972): An overpopulated future where a world government bans childbirth for 30 years, forcing a couple to navigate a society driven by paranoia and neighborly surveillance. Ex Machina (2015): A programmer wins a retreat to evaluate the world’s first true artificial intelligence, only to realize he is part of a much larger experiment. In this episode: Mentions: The Invisible Boy, Tilly (AI actress), Weird Science, Baby Reborn Dolls, and the reality behind the marketing of S1m0ne. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

  4. Jul 11

    Summer Camp Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 58

    Summer Camp Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 58 This week, we’re looking at summer camp movies, exploring the chaotic energy, nostalgia, and sharing our memories from back in the days. The Lineup:  Meatballs (1979): Bill Murray’s first collaboration with Harold Ramis, following a group of misfit campers and their laid-back counselor, "Tripper."  Little Darlings (1980): Two fifteen-year-old girls from different social backgrounds compete to be the first to hook up at summer camp.  Wet Hot American Summer (2001): A low-budget cult spoof of 70s/80s camp films focused on the counselors.  Dirty Dancing (1987): A look at the Catskills resort culture and the real-life Borscht Belt camps that defined family summers.  Meatballs 4 (1992): The final entry in the franchise.  In this episode:  Mentions: Heavyweights, Happy Campers and Meatballs 4  Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country. .

  5. Jul 4

    Not So Jennifer Aniston Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 57

    Not So Jennifer Aniston Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 57 This week, we’re looking at Not So Jennifer Aniston movies, exploring roles where she moved away from her usual persona to play complex characters at a crossroads in life. While a massive TV star, her best work is often found in these lower budget, raw performances. The Lineup:  Friends with Money (2006): A look at four friends where Olivia (Aniston) navigates life after quitting her teaching job, working as a maid, and feeling lost compared to her wealthy peers. The Good Girl (2002): A comedy-drama about a bored, small-town discount store clerk who strikes up an affair with a younger, troubled coworker.  Cake (2014): A role that earned Aniston Golden Globe and SAG nominations, playing a woman struggling with chronic pain and opioid addiction following a tragic accident.  Office Space (1999): A cult classic about office workers who hate their jobs and hatch a plan to skim money from their company.  Wanderlust (2012): A story about a Manhattan couple who, after losing their jobs, decide to abandon their lives to live on a rural commune.  In this episode:  Career Trajectory: We discuss why Melissa McCarthy successfully transitioned to a movie star after Bridesmaids, while Aniston—despite high-profile roles like Bruce Almighty, We’re the Millers, and Horrible Bosses—remains primarily defined by her television success.  The "Crossroads" Archetype: We break down her best performances, focusing on characters dealing with major life transitions: the uncertainty of Friends with Money, the complex relationships in The Object of My Affection, the marital boredom of The Good Girl, the workplace dissatisfaction in Office Space, and the deep trauma and addiction explored in Cake. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country. .

  6. Jun 27

    Not So Jack Black Movies - Do You Even Binge ? Ep 56

    Not So Jack Black Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 56 This week, we’re looking at "Not-So-Jack-Black" movies—exploring the roles where he stepped away from his usual persona to play complex, desperate, and true-to-life characters. The Lineup:  Bernie (2011): Richard Linklater’s dark, mockumentary-style film based on the true story of Bernie Tiede, a beloved Texas funeral director who murdered the town’s wealthiest, meanest widow.  The D Train (2015): A cringe-comedy where Jack Black plays a high school reunion committee chair who spirals out of control while trying to recruit the school's most popular guy.  The Polka King (2017): A biopic of Jan Lewan, the real-life Polish American polka legend who traded his musical career for a massive Ponzi scheme.  In this episode:  Bernie: We break down the real-life murder in Carthage, Texas, the town's strange defense of their local killer, and the wild legal aftermath that eventually led to a high-profile resentencing.  The D Train: We discuss the catastrophic lies that lead to a "dream" trip to L.A., the resulting fallout at the reunion, and why this film became one of the biggest box-office flops of all time.  The Polka King: The rise and fall of Jan Lewan. We look at how he scammed 400 investors out of nearly $5 million, how a pageant bribe and a tragic bus crash exposed the fraud, and his journey to federal prison. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

  7. Jun 20

    DTF ST Louis - Do You Even Binge? Ep 55

    DTF St Louis - Do You Even Binge? Ep 55 This week, we’re breaking down the dark comedy DTF St Louis, where a bizarre love triangle and a mysterious death unravel the lives of three suburbanites. The Cast:  Clark (Jason Bateman): A self absorbed weatherman who forms an unlikely, brotherly bond with Floyd. Floyd (David Harbour): A lovable, sign-language-interpreting underdog constantly met with rejection. Carol (Linda Cardellini): Floyd’s overworked wife who finds herself in a complicated affair with Clark.  In this episode: After a shared tornado broadcast, Clark and Floyd bond over their stale marriages and a local dating app, a move that spirals into financial ruin, family secrets, and a murder investigation led by detectives Richard Jenkins and Joy Sunday. Join us for a look at the twists, turns, and raw vulnerability behind this messy trio. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

  8. Jun 13

    Mean Girl Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 54

    Mean Girl Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 53 This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on Mean Girl movies to explore how hollywood viewed the high school clique genre, from being the bully to being bullied and the evolution of becoming the "it girl." The Lineup:  Heathers (1989): Written by Daniel Waters and directed by Michael Lehmann, this film follows four popular girls and the outcasts caught in their orbit, exploring the grim reality of high school social hierarchy.  Jawbreaker (1999): Written and directed by Darren Stein, this dark comedy focuses on an exclusive clique of socialites attempting to cover up an accidental murder during a birthday prank.  Mean Girls (2004): Written by Tina Fey and directed by Mark Waters (brother of Heathers writer Daniel Waters), this film adapts the nonfiction book Queen Bees and Wannabes into a quintessential exploration of cliques and bullying.  In this episode:  Heathers: Winona Ryder’s struggle as Veronica, her relationship with the mysterious JD, the rise of Heather Duke, and the unintended consequences of their plan for retribution.  Jawbreaker: The "Four Flawless Ones," the accidental death of Liz, and how outcast Fern Mayo is transformed into the popular "Vylette" as part of a cover-up, leading to internal conflict and power struggles within the group.  Mean Girls: The journey of Cady, a formerly homeschooled teen, as she navigates the complex social rules of the Plastics, the influence of outcasts Janis and Damian, the impact of the "Burn Book," and the eventual fallout of her social infiltration. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version. Follow us on IG Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian Lesa – @LesainLA  Executive Producers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza Producer: Rommel Suniga Music: Isaak Wintringham Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

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Comedian Felipe Esparza and his wife, Lesa, talk about binge-watching movies and TV shows - new and old.

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  • Creator
    FELIPE ESPARZA
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright FELIPES WORLD INC
  • Show Website
    Do You Even Binge?

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