S2 Ep9: So Many Rabbit Holes
Vonia is still dealing with kids and a dog, and Mike has an update on his DMV required vision test. He also has a bit to say about some new outdoor spaces in NYC. Then it's a fun new movie, an actress in an amazing role, a shoutout to a listener, and a few very deep topics including what it means to be a feminist. And to finish up, Vonia has found some amazing pointers for remaining human and p...
35m Apr 28, 2022
35m
S2 Ep8: Come Back To Reality
Vonia and the kids had a fun Easter, and a not fun day after Easter. Both Mike and Vonia dealt with taxes, and talk about the rescinding of the mask mandate. Then it's being grateful for what we have, a series Mike is tentatively enjoying, graying hair, DMV issues, and the end of a magazine era. After that the topic is the Hollidays, and Vonia and Mike both have to some very random knowledge to...
40m Apr 21, 2022
40m
S2 Ep7: I'm Like A Snake
Vonia and Mike catch up on the last couple of weeks, including tooth developments, longs road trips, and Broadway performances. Then it's amazing actresses showing their talent in various mini series, a new reality competition, a Netflix comedy, Vonia seconds Mike's annoyance at the lack of "previously ons," Mike think's that everything is too long, and they both bemoan phones in theatres. Then...
31m Apr 15, 2022
31m
S2 Ep6: The 2022 Academy Awards!
Mike and Vonia are here with their 2nd annual coverage of The Oscars! Yes, they talk a bit about that moment. But mostly they focus on the inclusion of musical numbers, the great hosting job that was done by these three funny ladies, the acceptance speeches that made them cry, and what to do about multiple nominees trying to give speeches. Opinions and general thoughts abound. 
52m Mar 31, 2022
52m
S2 Ep5: Double Diggin'!
Mike and Vonia have their very first "double diggin'" episode! But first it's Palm Springs, a long walk, and a few restaurant experiences. Then a callback to a previously mentioned tv show, a new one that Mike and Vonia are both loving, an animated, foreign language, documentary, a once enjoyed podcast, and some restaurant etiquette. After that there's a discussion of sleep, and ones relationsh...
36m Mar 24, 2022
36m
S2 Ep4: Interpretive Dance Of My Life
There's a lot to talk about! Vonia had houseguests (again) and Mike has a few random anecdotes from the week. Then it's a comedy from a few years ago, a concert from a few decades ago, animal training, shocking television moments, the lack of recaps, an aggravating workout, light hearted (mostly) funeral talk, and a discussion about the pronunciation of the Ukrainian capital. Here's looking for...
38m Mar 17, 2022
38m
S2 Ep3: Delicious and Wonderful
Vonia's kids have started piano, and Mike has a houseguest. Then it's thoughts on streaming services, the return of movie night, reality TV, SNL, Vonia's family visit to a museum, a disappointing mini series finale, troubles in elementary school, Thanksgiving memories, stressful television viewing, overly vocal audience members, and Mike may have found his calling. Everyone calm down!
38m Mar 10, 2022
38m
S2 Ep2: A Lot Of Ball
Mike and Vonia are back to doing their bi-coastal thing. Vonia is helping out at her daughter's school, and Mike is eagerly awaiting his new passport. Then it's three different TV shows they're loving right now, trying to cope with messages of doom, airline policies that just don't work, the recent SAG Awards, and some very random random items. Everyone loves cold pizza! 
30m Mar 03, 2022
30m
S2 Ep1: Eggplant Teaser
Vonia and Mike are back for a (kinda, sorta) mini episode. They talk about some of the fun things they've been doing during Mike's California trip, two new television shows and one stand alone, must see, episode. Then it's kids who should be in school, teeth issues, this very strange award season and the upcoming Oscars, and Vonia's new karaoke lighting design. To end the episode, Mike talks ab...
24m Feb 24, 2022
24m
S1 Ep52: We Will Be Back
As Season One of Mike & Vonia Can't Not draws to a close Vonia has a big goal ahead, and Mike had friends visiting! They spend some time on the legacy tied to a beloved book and film series and then there's a new movie, a new book, a new series, and... well... another new movie. Vonia talks about facets of our personalities we do and do not share with others, and Mike talks credit cards and out...
45m Nov 18, 2021
45m
S1 Ep51: My Heart Is Bursting
Mike has been doing some home improvement, and Vonia is in an upcoming pod cast production! Then it's more theatre, a remarkable Weekend Update segment, some yucky TV moments, misinformation, performances from Mike and Vonia's past, an album Vonia loves, and Mike's need for the wealthy to pay taxes. 
38m Nov 11, 2021
38m
S1 Ep50: Slow Down, Buddy
Vonia and Mike share their Halloween experiences (Vonia had more fun than Mike), and Mike talks about his day seeing theatre (mostly fun, with a catch). Then Vonia talks about a past Mike favorite, a Hulu documentary, a comedy Mike has finally started watching, personal struggles, some movies less loved than hoped, car talk, and a very random morning ritual. 
43m Nov 04, 2021
43m
S1 Ep49: Spooky, Scary...
It's the week of Halloween, and Mike and Vonia both love it! Mike recently had a Halloween realization, Vonia celebrated her husband's birthday, and they both have a bit to say about negative on-line reviews. Then it's an inspirational podcast, a series returning for a final season, too many toys, a word or two about a word or two, a whole lot of Halloween talk, a major accomplishment, and thea...
35m Oct 28, 2021
35m
S1 Ep48: Gonna Meander
Vonia got to spend time with friends, and Mike had a couple of memorable nights at work. Then it's the mini-series everyone is watching (and you should too!) and a mini-series Mike is watching (and you should too!), school-yard bullying (grrrrrrrrr...), dumb autocorrects, favorite Halloween television (and more), Vonia has a gift for Mike, and Mike does another reading from Caste. 
41m Oct 21, 2021
41m
S1 Ep47: I'm Sorry. What, Grandma?
Vonia and Mike explain why they were unable to record last week, and share what they've been up to. Then it's a new format for Vonia's true crime podcast, a specific podcast episode, and a new Broadway musical. There's talk of frightened children, missing music, and a lot of discussion about grand parents, including the story of when Vonia got her ears pierced. It's a good one.   
44m Oct 14, 2021
44m
S1 Ep46: This Is Not An Episode
Seriously. It's not. Mike and Vonia couldn't record this week, so instead here is a sneak peak at an episode of We Couldn't Help But Wonder: A Journey Through Sex and the City. Truly, it hasn't even been released there. So enjoy this thirty minute discussion about what is known and not known about the upcoming follow-up series, And Just Like That.  Or don't listen and keep the fact that you ski...
29m Oct 07, 2021
29m
S1 Ep45: It's A Small Club
It all starts with hot sauce. Then Mike gives a Mom update, shares an anxiety inducing work experience, and returns to a Broadway theatre! Vonia attended a recital, Selena Gomez gets a shout out, a returning drama gets a thumbs up, Mike has a LOT of feelings about the Tonys, arts and crafts led to some shenanigans, a sports bra gets an endorsement, and an award show record is set. (And after a ...
40m Sep 30, 2021
40m
S1 Ep44: It Had It's Drama Moments
Vonia did some dog sitting, and Mike had a distressing conversation with his Mom. Then it's the Emmys, Tiffany Haddish, Only Murders In The Building, a somewhat spoilery look back at Cobra Kai, comfort television, and a passage from Isabel Wilkerson's Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents.  (We promise, there are some laughs in there...)
38m Sep 23, 2021
38m
S1 Ep43: Tax The Rich
Vonia went to Disney Land, and Mike had advice for a friend. Also the Met Gala happened. Neither Vonia nor Mike were invited. Then there's a reality competition, a returning comedy, computer and app issues, and quite a lot of talk about astrology. Is your sign totally you?
35m Sep 16, 2021
35m
S1 Ep42: Live Theatre
Vonia had a COVID scare (everyone is fine), and Mike trekked through a severe storm to get sushi (he does not recommend). Then it's TV, a return to theatre, more TV, dealing with anxiety, a warning to not do drugs, movie theatre annoyances, zany travel stories, and long bridges. Plus, Mike half heartedly rejects the term, "tramp stamp." Tattoos are forever, y'all...
33m Sep 09, 2021
33m
S1 Ep41: It Was Maybe Ranch Dressing
Very special episode alert!! It was Mike's birthday and he and Vonia got to go on an amazing vacation together. Lots of food, biking on the boardwalk, swimming in the ocean, Garbage and Alanis Morissette in concert, an epic game of Jenga, and a friend's wedding. Truly an epic five days and four nights never to be forgotten.  Editors note: I really wanted to call this episode Barfing Beautiful ...
40m Sep 02, 2021
40m
S1 Ep40: When You Can See A Storm Coming At You
Mike was gaslit hardcore by someone he considers a friend, and Vonia spent some quality time with people she hadn't seen in a while. I bet they didn't pull any dirty tricks on her. Then it's a series Vonia just discovered on Netflix, a new film Mike really enjoyed, could-do-withouts ranging from a series gone bad to words that can have serious repercussions. Finally, Mike and Vonia share their ...
37m Aug 19, 2021
37m
S1 Ep39: Dizzy By the End of It
Contrary to popular belief, Mike is not a circus performer and Vonia probably needs to go back on her antidepressants.
36m Aug 12, 2021
36m
S1 Ep38: May Or May Not Be A Psychopath
Sleeping late, a trip to the beach, meal planning, and more Olympics. Then it's a lot of Apple TV+, a tiny film Mike hopes you see, a film Vonia wishes had been better, irksome previews, a silly story of how Mike's track and field dreams ended before they could begin, and then Vonia tells one of the greatest stories Mike can't believe he's never heard. Then, more Olympics!
40m Aug 05, 2021
40m
S1 Ep37: Everything Matters
Instead on new things to dig this week, Mike and Vonia talk about the ongoing programs they've mentioned in the past. Kevin Can F Himself, Evil, The Good Fight, Girls 5Eva, Never Have I Ever, and the return of Ted Lasso! Other than that it's a lot of Olympics talk, the return to the library, and Mike trying to get his emotions under control. Also, he has an unwanted house guest...
33m Jul 29, 2021
33m
S1 Ep36: Everything Was Beige
Mike and Vonia were in the same city at the same time! Vonia went to a waterpark with the family, and Mike stayed at a hotel. Then it's a nice dinner (without the kids), the return of a favorite Netflix series, an aggravating sign, Apple's new podcast app (Mike is not a fan), so many great Emmy nominees, a hack for your phone, and efforts at being good to the environment. Tune in next week for ...
39m Jul 22, 2021
39m
S1 Ep35: Pacific Northwest Heat
Vonia is in her hometown with her family, and Mike got back from Fire Island! Then it's a series on Netflix, a book about race and inequality, the stifling summer heat, dealing with children, pesky fireworks, more Fire Island talk, remembering Doreen Montalvo, and random talk about water fountains. Look at the fireworks! (Please cut it out with the fireworks)  
36m Jul 08, 2021
36m
S1 Ep34: Hard Time Denying Myself
Mike heads to an island he hasn't been to in years and Vonia can't stop eating and cursing. Then it's talk of the quirky King's, a beautiful food doc series on Netflix, and the last Sunday in June.
37m Jul 01, 2021
37m
S1 Ep33: Yell It Out
One of Vonia's kids had a swing set mishap, and Mike talks about television and grocery store sushi. Then it's the two shows Mike is most digging right now, the highs and lows of theatre camp, more talk of streaming platforms, naughty movie moments, and things you should ever feed a dog. Chocolate, garlic, and grapes. We'll just go ahead and tell you here and now.
44m Jun 24, 2021
44m
S1 Ep32: It Gets Weird
Mike got a new phone, and Vonia's children have begun summer activities. Then it's a new comedy series, a movie musical, an update on passports for kids, restaurants in NYC, more movie musical talk, feelings on Golden Globes, and a fairly disgusting story from Mike. Also, Grease 2!
36m Jun 17, 2021
36m
S1 Ep31: Morbidly Giggling At The Doom Of It All
Vonia has house guests, Mike has an update on his Mom, and they both have fun plans in the future! Then it's Zach Galafianikis, laughter, Samantha Bee, Rita Moreno, memories of vacations past, and Broadway tickets already purchased. Hey. Remember sponge painting?!
38m Jun 10, 2021
38m
S1 Ep30: Change The Way You See Your Life
Mike and Vonia share all the fun they had during his recent trip to L.A. Then it's a new book from Oprah, West Coast Mexican food, Emmas both Stone and Thompson, the need to be informed about how indigenous people have been treated both in this country and others, dumb commercials, phone problems, and past trips to California. Also, cats and ducks!
36m Jun 03, 2021
36m
S1 Ep29: Charming, and Lovely, and Winsome
Vonia and Mike start off by talking about one of their favorite performers of stage and screen, before Vonia tells a crazy story about a painter she almost hired, and Mike talks about a recent visit from a friend. Then it's pottery, a new documentary, ongoing issues with masks, lack of sleep, a whole lot of talk about The Nevers, and a story about a gift exchange that just further confirmed thi...
36m May 20, 2021
36m
S1 Ep28: Very Special People
Vonia celebrated Mother's Day, and Mike forgot to celebrate a New York milestone. Then it's a very special talk show moment, a one man show, a play from a few years ago, a series happening right now, a sudden illness, barely controlled annoyance, and both Mike and Vonia sing songs they wrote as children! Very special indeed. 
44m May 13, 2021
44m
S1 Ep27: Religious Paraphernalia Everywhere
Vonia got to see some friends, and Mike is dealing with the term "tired." Then there's art, a new limited series, children's shenanigans, a visit to a store where nothing was purchased, a few more notes on this years Oscars, and a new thing that's keeping Vonia feeling good. Roll on!  
36m May 06, 2021
36m
S1 Ep26: The 2021 Academy Awards!
It's Mike and Vonia's (somewhat) super-sized episode all about this years Oscar ceremony. From the lack of an opening number, film clips, and musical performances, to wacky commercials, great speeches, and that odd choice of presentation order, they have every moment covered, and lots of opinions. 
52m Apr 29, 2021
52m
S1 Ep25: Connecting Is Love
Vonia has a two part story about camping, and Mike saw all the Academy Award nominated short films. Plus, both hope and anxiety over the world reopening, three very different films that Mike loved this week, RuPaul's Drag Race and Master Class, feelings on "bitchiness," and a contribution to our collective lexicon. Also, caring is cool. 
40m Apr 22, 2021
40m
S1 Ep24: Regardless Of My Stupidity
Mike keeps taking it dark and Vonia keeps saving the day. From discussion of family we don't really know to kids getting their ears pierced, police shootings to a tattoo reality show, from Promising Young Woman getting yet anther shoutout to the many TV programs Mike and Vonia watched in their younger years, this one is all over the place yet still finds time to cover a possible future ER theme...
41m Apr 15, 2021
41m
S1 Ep23: Pleasantly Unpleasant
The terrible, but perhaps inevitable, happened to Mike at work, but he lives to tell the tale. Then it's a trip to the zoo, Daniel Kaluuya hosting SNL, a further discussion on the current state of restaurants in NYC, worries about raising children, and some talk about the recent SAG Awards. Look both ways. Maybe a few times.
33m Apr 08, 2021
33m
S1 Ep22: Very Hetero Barfy
Mike got his second dose, and Vonia is still off the sauce! Then Vonia shares a streaming service she's enjoying, Mike sings the praises of Rachel McAdams, they discuss a movie one of them loved as a teen that may not have aged so well, they agonize over cults, Mike talks about a vacation he can't decide if he'd enjoy, Vonia shares an amazing Apple Watch hack, and Mike ends with a dumb story ab...
42m Apr 01, 2021
42m
S1 Ep21: A Box Of Nothingness
Vonia and Mike take a moment to acknowledge the tragic events from the last few weeks before getting into bad commutes in New York, accomplishments Vonia has made in spite of the pandemic, meditation, an Oscar contender, a Sorkin drama from a several years back, crossword frustrations, a new chair, exercise, and an hilarious story from Vonia's past. Let's all do the worm! 
41m Mar 25, 2021
41m
S1 Ep20: Shblammo!
Vonia's parents are visiting, and Mike fell down! Vonia talks about the company she started over a year ago that is slowly getting back on its feet, and Mike talks about a CBS drama he's (mostly) enjoying. Then it's a conversation about social media, how our actions and words can affect other people even without bad intentions, lot's of Awards updates, and a couple of truly random facts. Grebes! 
38m Mar 18, 2021
38m
S1 Ep19: This Woman Is A Goddess
This one gets a little random. After a conversation about Holiday music, Vonia and Mike talk about the week, a mini series Mike is watching, and movie that Vonia loved, which leads to discussion of the titular "Goddess." Then it's a lot about the Royals, a remembrance of their first days in New York City, a bit about humming and pastry, with a tiny stop over in Vegas.
45m Mar 11, 2021
45m
S1 Ep18: Conduits Of Perception
Mike and Vonia do a recap of the week, including Mike's reaction to the first vaccine dose! Then it's more about people and experiences for both the things they're digging and things they could do without, a conversation about last weeks Golden Globes ceremony, and ending in a crazy Hollywood connection via Mike's Mom. 
39m Mar 04, 2021
39m
S1 Ep17: Heading Into Civilization
Mike and Vonia start out with an update on moving, and a new harrowing Sunday walk. They talk about a comedy series that recently wrapped up, two new movies available to stream, and some human struggles being made more difficult by our current circumstances, including a deep dive into mental health. It get's heavy, but there is light.
39m Feb 25, 2021
39m
S1 Ep16: We Should Start With A Sensitive Warning
This one does start off with Vonia revisiting a very very recent trauma, but after that, she and Mike talk about a few different series, a certain Oscar contender, kids going back to school, the passing of a great actor, a love quiz, and more information on Jerry the Donkey!
42m Feb 18, 2021
42m
S1 Ep15: Because Life I Guess
Vonia moved and Mike got swabbed. Then Vonia talks the glories of suburbia, and Mike tries to use the new Britney doc and a mini series about Comey to make some kind of point about truth. After that, they cover childhood movies, and an iPhone life hack, plus after the credits the swabbing story continues and takes some unexpected turns. Trust me. Listen.
37m Feb 11, 2021
37m
S1 Ep14: Tim & Tod & Jerry & Misty
One of them is moving, and one of them had water pouring through their ceiling last weekend! Then it's The Dig on Netflix, Wanda/Vision on Disney+, and Ted Lasso on Apple TV. (So many platforms to pay for!) After that, Vonia reads from a list of inspirations that she finds to be entirely irritating, and Mike shares what he thinks may be the most important fact ever.
35m Feb 04, 2021
35m
S1 Ep13: The Greatest Character Ever On Television
Mike and Vonia talk about the past week, including Mike's new musical instrument. Then it's the new White House Press Secretary, a movie streaming on Amazon, the cold weather, being indecisive, what sparked their mutual love of theatre, child upkeep, and the random fact about Mike that may need to be studied by scientists. Also, Mike states who is crowned the title of the episode. (There's a cl...
34m Jan 28, 2021
34m
S1 Ep12: Biden's Inauguration Day
Mike and Vonia are so excited about the inauguration that the newest episode is arriving on a Wednesday! Along with happiness over today's events, they also talk about lots of new movies, a new TV comedy Mike is enjoying, spring cleaning, frustrating new apps, being raised with pets, and hacks concerning various Apple products. 
36m Jan 20, 2021
36m