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Episode 67: The Movie That Could End Our Relationship (Q&A)
Release Date: June 9, 2025

1. Personal Updates: Long Engagement Woes

In the opening segment, Kendahl Landreth and Jordan Myrick delve into their ongoing 20-year engagement. They humorously reflect on the complexities and societal perceptions of such an extended engagement duration.

• Jordan Myrick [15:22]: "Don't ask us. We've been engaged for 20 years."
• Kendahl Landreth [16:04]: "I have to remember, like, God, I cannot imagine, like, being a girl, like, a Christian girl who meets a guy and then six months later, she's moving, she's getting married, and that night she is moving out of her house to have sex."

The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing a desire for a casual yet memorable wedding without falling into traditional constraints, highlighting the extensive planning process that transforms a simple ceremony into a monumental event.

• Jordan Myrick [16:15]: "We've decided what we are going to do for our wedding, finally. And we will be telling you on Patreon."
• Kendahl Landreth [17:09]: "But I have to remember... that would be so crazy if the night before our wedding, I didn't."

They emphasize the importance of making their wedding special and meaningful, avoiding the pitfalls of prolonging the engagement purely for practicality.

2. TV Show Review: "Poly Family"

The hosts transition to discussing the HBO series "Poly Family," a reality show focusing on a polyamorous family structure. They critique the show's portrayal of polyamory, especially concerning family dynamics and child-rearing.

• Jordan Myrick [05:32]: "They don't want to know who the dad is. They want to know the two toddlers that they both had while they were in this poly family. They're like, we don't know who the dad is of these two kids."
• Kendahl Landreth [06:45]: "But the wives and the wives are not together. But every night, the wives switch bedrooms."

The duo expresses skepticism about the family's approach to parenting and relationship management, questioning the feasibility and emotional impact on the children involved.

• Kendahl Landreth [07:04]: "So you're never going to know the father of your child."
• Jordan Myrick [07:10]: "Toxic."

They highlight specific plot points, such as the dilemma over paternity revealed through blood type analysis, and criticize the lack of openness and communication within the family.

• Kendahl Landreth [07:21]: "Then it's like you put your kid in this awkward situation where, like, your kid has dark hair with sideburns, and he has to be like, I don't know who my real dad is."

3. Q&A Session: Listener Questions and Host Opinions

The core of the episode is a lively Q&A session where Kendahl and Jordan address various listener-submitted questions, offering their typically humorous and honest perspectives.

a. Engagement Duration

• Question: "How long of an engagement is too long?"
• Kendahl Landreth [15:22]: "Don't ask us. We've been engaged for 20 years."

They discuss societal norms around engagement lengths and share personal anecdotes about their own prolonged engagement.

b. Favorite Podcast Episodes

• Kendahl Landreth [26:03]: "The episode we just filmed with Tony and Ryan, it's top."
• Jordan Myrick [26:18]: "And I knew that Kendall and I were just, I should get one second."

They highlight favorite episodes, particularly those featuring close friends and memorable guests like Tony, Ryan, and Abby Jimenez, emphasizing the joy and camaraderie these episodes bring.

c. Ethical Non-Monogamy in the Queer Community

• Kendahl Landreth [31:22]: "I would say very common in Los Angeles."
• Jordan Myrick [31:53]: "Ethical non monogamy or being open or however you want to phrase it is historically and always has been popular in the gay male community."

The hosts explore how ethical non-monogamy intersects with queer identities, noting its prevalence and the varying degrees of acceptance within different sub-communities.

d. First Date Deal-Breakers

• Kendahl Landreth [32:43]: "I would ask about the relationship with their family."
• Jordan Myrick [33:07]: "I would want to know what they do for work. Honestly."

They offer insightful and practical questions for first dates, focusing on understanding a potential partner's values, relationships, and life goals to assess compatibility.

e. Favorite Movies Debate

One of the most animated segments involves a heated debate over favorite movies, showcasing the hosts' strong preferences and differing tastes.

• Kendahl Landreth [36:02]: "I would ask why their last relationship ended."
• Jordan Myrick [37:03]: "I would want to know what their favorite movie is."

The discussion escalates as Kendahl expresses disdain for serious films like "Oppenheimer," advocating for lighter, funnier choices like "Bridesmaids," while Jordan defends his appreciation for cinematic masterpieces.

• Kendahl Landreth [39:07]: "Who decided that was a better movie, man?"
• Jordan Myrick [40:00]: "I think there are movies that you're like, this is my favorite movie in a cinematic sense."

This segment highlights their contrasting views on what constitutes a "good" movie, intertwining humor with genuine opinions on film appreciation.

f. Favorite Foods as Personality Indicators

• Jordan Myrick [46:14]: "I would ask someone their favorite food."
• Kendahl Landreth [46:29]: "Like, if someone said Moonlight's favorite movie, which people do say, because, once again, incredible movie."

They discuss how favorite foods can reflect underlying personality traits, cultural openness, and even biases, using examples like diverse cuisines in Los Angeles versus perceived food preferences elsewhere.

• Kendahl Landreth [47:45]: "LA has the most diverse population of almost any city in the world."

4. Desired Podcast Guests: From Celebrities to Friends

The hosts share their aspirations for future podcast guests, expressing a mix of admiration for celebrities and deep respect for personal friends within their network.

• Kendahl Landreth [51:38]: "Lily Dew, who is one of our best friends."
• Jordan Myrick [53:20]: "Eventually I gotta get Allie."

They mention a range of potential guests, including familiar faces from their personal lives and notable figures from the Dropout cast, aiming to bring diverse and engaging conversations to their listeners.

5. Conclusion: Wrapping Up with Humor and Reflection

As the episode nears its end, Kendahl and Jordan reflect humorously on their passionate discussions, particularly the intense debate over movies, and emphasize the importance of community and friendship in their podcast journey.

• Kendahl Landreth [53:42]: "You know what's sick about that whole thing is that you were the one saying someone who said the Godfather would be annoying, and then I was, like, backing you up."
• Jordan Myrick [53:52]: "Thanks so much for watching this week."

They close the episode with light-hearted banter, reinforcing their commitment to entertaining and supporting their audience through candid conversations about relationships, personal experiences, and pop culture.

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