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by Sam Roberts & David Rodish
Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about the past week’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love: 🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break down the galaxy far, far away one argument at a time. 🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing! Oh, and did we mention we run our own murder mystery game shop? 🕵️♂️ We also share behind-the-scenes stories from Mysteries On Demand, our Etsy shop where you can grab your own murder mystery party kits.
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- Sep 7, 20261h 8m
Scandal at the Shoe Box
Welcome to Part 3 of our series that introduces you to our whodunnit party games! In this episode, we breakdown “Scandal at the Shoe Box”, a 1920s speakeasy murder mystery party. This is one of our most popular games, and it’s family-friendly! With a rich backstory taking place during the prohibition era, this game includes everything people want in a 1920s party - spunky flappers, smooth-talking gangsters, and a film noir atmosphere!Watch the full episode to hear what you can expect when you purchase this game. What costumes should you get? What type of characters does it include? How difficult is the mystery to solve?Get your copy of the game here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1140019845/digital-printable-murder-mystery-partyTry the game and let us know what you think!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!Timestamps:0:00:00 Having podcast guest-hosts0:05:20 Let’s plan a party - YOU choose the theme! 0:13:08 The story behind creating this game0:19:42 Writing for a big party0:27:28 The Judge Judy fandom0:31:28 Character-driven vs. plot-driven0:36:29 Filming the videos0:44:50 Costumes, costumes, costumes!0:46:07 Why this game is special to Sam0:55:02 The best party we ever had?0:59:21 Overall thoughts1:01:50 When should you try this game? Is it family-friendly?1:04:15 Teasing the next episode and the gangster’s wife!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- Aug 31, 202638 min
The Mysterious Attack at Bettencourt Manor
Welcome to Part 2 of our series that introduces you to our whodunnit party games! In this episode, we breakdown “The Mysterious Attack at Bettencourt Manor”, the first mystery we ever wrote. If you are a fan of the movie Knives Out, then you will definitely love this game! It revolves a recently deceased investment banker and the chaos that ensues when his corrupt family reacts his will reading. It’s got everything - a closed-door whodunnit scenario, a grand mansion setting, and a great twist that we hope you solve!Get your copy of the game here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1126484057/mystery-party-kit-8-16-players-theTry the game and let us know what you think!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!Timestamps:0:00:00 We’re happy to have you0:01:36 Sam has given up coffee 0:11:25 Dave’s Pennsylvania trip0:19:00 Why we started our business0:23:58 The backstory of the Bettencourts0:30:30 The game characters0:33:40 How we’ve simplified the game0:36:35 The future of this story🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- Aug 17, 202633 min
Treachery at the Racetrack
Welcome to our latest series, where we break down our murder mystery/whodunnit party kits for you! To start things off, we’re discussing “Treachery at the Racetrack”, a FREE murder mystery party sample kit for four players. If you’ve never played a murder mystery game before and you aren’t sure if it’s your thing, this kit is for you.And yes, it’s completely free for you to try! It’s a gift from us to you. Download it for free here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10IM5MBH-n3kvGj3949xH4ROIOOaSpSs7?usp=sharingTry the game and let us know what you think!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!Timestamps:0:00:00 Greetings and nonsense0:03:36 Dave’s trip to Colorado0:15:05 The latest AI debates0:22:52 The backstory behind this game0:29:05 Using real artists🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- Jul 6, 202625 min
"The Mandalorian and Grogu" (2026) Review
We’re late to the party, but we were actually early to the party! We got to see “The Mandalorian and Grogu” on its opening night, AND……it’s exactly what we expected. Is that good? Bad? Somewhere in between?Let us know what you thought of this movie!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- May 12, 202638 min
Maul: Shadow Lord - Season 1 Finale Review
Well, well, well, we’ve got ourselves a SERIES! What did Sam think of THAT arrival? What did Dave think? What did YOU think?We discuss:🍸 Maul-themed cocktails😱 THAT character’s appearance⏳ Expectations for the next seasonLet us know what you thought of the Maul season finale!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- May 11, 202647 min
Maul: Shadow Lord - Season 1, Episodes 7 & 8 Review
Is this show trying to be a kids series that adults can enjoy, or an adults series that kids can enjoy?We discuss:🎶 When musical people hate musicals🅿️ The stress of getting lost in parking lots🐣 Is “Maul: Shadow Lord” for kids or for grownups?Let us know what you think of the Maul series so far!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- May 5, 202645 min
Maul: Shadow Lord - Season 1, Episodes 5 & 6 Review
New coffee mugs? A gong? Awkward dinner party games? It can only happen here!We discuss:☕️ Sam’s new present🥁 A long-awaited addition to the podcast⏩ The pacing of Maul: Shadow LordLet us know what you think of the Maul series so far!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
- Apr 29, 202634 min
Maul: Shadow Lord - Season 1, Episodes 3 & 4 Review
Maul is rolling right along, and with it comes some familiarity as well as delightful darkness.We discuss:☕️ The joys of shopping for coffee in a crowded grocery store🔁 Recycled plot lines in these Star Wars series🔥 How Maul: Shadow Lord leans into the character’s darkness in the best wayLet us know what you think of the Maul series so far!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy our mix of commiseration and criticism!🎙 Let’s Commiserate – The Podcast Where We Rant, Debate, and Solve Mysteries!Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about life’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love:🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break it all down one argument at a time.🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing!🕵️♂️ Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from our Etsy shop, Mysteries On Demand. Check out our games! https://mysteriesondemand.etsy.comBuy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/letscommiserateListen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and follow us for more mystery + movie fun!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesondemand🎭 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysteriesondemand
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Join best friends Sam & Dave as we vent about the past week’s frustrations and dive into heated, entertaining debates about two things we love: 🔹 Star Wars – From the highs of the originals to the chaos of the sequels, we break down the galaxy far, far away one argument at a time. 🔹 Murder Mystery Films – Whodunits, detective classics, and the twists that keep us guessing! Oh, and did we mention we run our own murder mystery game shop? 🕵️♂️ We also share behind-the-scenes stories from Mysteries On Demand, our Etsy shop where you can grab your own murder mystery party kits.
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