I Hate It But I Love It

Hateful optimists and loving pessimists Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie break down movies, TV shows, music, and whatever else that they totally despise… but also really adore at the same time. With the occasional confused special guest! IHIBILI everyone. Produced by www.FromSuperheroes.com for The From Superheroes Network.

481: Ella Enchanted 04/29/2026

481: Ella Enchanted It's Audience Choice, and this week our Patrons chose Ella Enchanted! We discuss a movie that's a BIT OF A BUMMER, a tone that's very "Shrek but for girls", and praise Cary Elwes for having the most fun anyone's had, ever. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40818975

480: The Fall Guy (with Andrew Ivimey) 04/22/2026

480: The Fall Guy (with Andrew Ivimey) This week, we're joined by Podcast Dad and brilliant comedian Andrew Ivimey to discuss the Ryan Gosling/Emily Blunt film, The Fall Guy! We discuss how this film is on the cusp of greatness, the pitfalls of adapting IP that no one remembers, and introduce the world to a new character. Watch Andrew Ivimey's comedy special for free, streaming now on Comedy Bar Max. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40818280

479: Big Fish 04/15/2026

479: Big Fish This week, we're chatting about the Tim Burton fantasy Big Fish! We talk about bummer b-plots (that really should have been more of the film), how Jessica Lange singlehandedly sells the romance, and how glad we are that this movie didn't star a de-aged Jack Nicholson (really). Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40818025

478: The Sisterhood Of The Travelling Pants 04/08/2026

478: The Sisterhood Of The Travelling Pants This week, we're chatting about a sweet and earnest film about friendship and growing up/a piece of unmitigated Pants propaganda: Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants! We discuss how wild it is to fridge an 11 year old, wonder what's going on with Lena's subplot, and make America Ferrera president (of our hearts). Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40659075

477: The Hobbit (with Kyah Green & Stephanie Malek) 04/01/2026

477: The Hobbit (with Kyah Green & Stephanie Malek) This week, we're covering a series of films that has made everyone go, "What? Why?" It's The Hobbit trilogy, and joining us are LOTR superfans and hosts of The Fandom Show, Steph Malek and Kyah Green! We discuss terrible CGI, a scene that made Steph leave the theatre in sheer rage, and get into how much Benedict Cumberbatch clearly liked playing Smaug (a LOT). Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40657745

476: Now You See Me Now You Don't 03/25/2026

476: Now You See Me Now You Don't It's the happiest day of Kat's life because we're talking about the latest film in her favourite franchise, Now You See Me: Now You Don't! We discuss this movie's strange similarity to the Muppets, praise the charming cast, and remark on how this franchise is just getting more critic-proof all the time. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40488685

475: Ghostbusters 2 03/18/2026

475: Ghostbusters 2 This week, bustin' makes us feel... fine? cause we're talking about Ghostbusters 2! We question the logic of the slime, talk about the distinction between being funny and just trying to be funny, and no, seriously, WHAT was going on with the slime. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40488015

474: Tank Girl 03/11/2026

474: Tank Girl This week, we're talking about the 1995 punk-riot grrl-kangaroo fantasia, TANK GIRL! We chat about Lori Petty's finest work, wish we could pull off wire-rimmed glasses, and wish for more Bjork needle-drops. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40271800

473: Stargate (with Diana McCallum) 03/04/2026

473: Stargate (with Diana McCallum) This week we're joined by the de-lovely Diana McCallum to discuss the thinking man's blockbuster: Stargate! We discuss how Ra was saved in the edit, consider a rare non-villain-ish role for James Spader, and wonder how many lines Kurt Russell actually had. (Less than 10? (Less than 5?)) Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40271055

472: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 02/25/2026

472: My Big Fat Greek Wedding We're finishing out Sort Of Romantic Movie Month with My Big Fat Greek Wedding! We discuss a VERY 90s/2000s inflected sense of self worth, praise Andrea Martin, and very belatedly remember that Joey Fatone is in this. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40116150

471: The Vow 02/18/2026

471: The Vow We're continuing Sort Of Romantic Movie Month with The Vow! We discuss a plot that doesn't want to commit to itself, the everlasting charm of Rachel McAdams, and wonder if everyone in this movie is... stupid? Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/40116120

470: Just Like Heaven 02/11/2026

470: Just Like Heaven We're continuing Sorta Romantic Movie Month with Just Like Heaven! We talk about an aesthetic that's not quite right, wonder whether or not Mark Ruffalo knows he's being cast in these movies, and Jocelyn goes insane about espresso. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39776085

469: Closer 02/04/2026

469: Closer This month we're talking about Sorta Romantic Movies, starting with Closer! We discuss how some plays need to stay plays, how everyone was SO excited to swear, and remember the days when it felt like Clive Owen was in everything. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39776080

468: Wicked For Good 01/28/2026

468: Wicked For Good This week we are joined by the genius Olly Robinson (@ollyrobz) to discuss WICKED: FOR GOOD! We chat about how Michelle Yeoh CLEARLY didn’t want to be here, talk about additional songs that DO NOT belong, and express shock at the least sexy rendition of “As Long As You’re Mine”. Note: This episode was recorded before the 2026 Academy Award nominations were announced. This episode may present some thoughts and insights as to why! Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39776055

467: Mean Girls (2024) 01/21/2026

467: Mean Girls (2024) Movie Musical Month continues with an adaptation of a musical that everyone tried to pretend wasn’t a musical: MEAN GIRLS (the musical?!) Kat and Jocelyn discuss songs that are additive in the sense that “they are added”, messy stars that we know too much about, and wonder whether it’s wise to pretend the movie you’re marketing isn’t a musical (it’s not). Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39775750

466: Across The Universe 01/14/2026

466: Across The Universe We're talking about musicals this month, and we're kicking things off with Julie Taymor's Beatles-extravaganza, Across The Universe! Kat and Jocelyn discuss having both too many (AND not enough) ideas, Kat adopts a firm anti-Sturgess position, and one of us has a surprisingly hard time naming any Beatles songs. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39701100

465: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol 2 & 3) 01/07/2026

465: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol 2 & 3) It's a super-sized episode of IHIBILI as we discuss the epic (?) finale to Stranger Things 5! Kat and Jocelyn wonder what the hell Vecna's plan was, question the logic of the melted room, and DEMAND JUSTICE FOR [redacted]. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39606600

464: Strange Days 12/31/2025

464: Strange Days This week, we're talking about the Y2K classic (?) Strange Days! We talk about wigs (and plots) that bum Kat out, question whether James Cameron was the right person to tell this story, and praise Angela Bassett. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39486955

463: Hot Frosty 12/24/2025

463: Hot Frosty It's the holidays, and we're... "celebrating"?... with Hot Frosty! A Hallmark-esque movie that's a little better that you think it'll be, but not nearly as good as you want it to be. Why did he have to be mentally a child? And, more importantly, where is the person who sculpted that snowman?? Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39486610

462: Stick It 12/17/2025

462: Stick It This week, we're talking about Stick It -- or Bring It On for gymnastics! We talk about a movie that doesn't quite STICK the landing (...or beginning?), a great leading performance by Missy Peregrym, and Kat makes a long-awaited joke. This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to for the current offer. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39313270

461: Stranger Things (Season 5, vol 1) 12/10/2025

461: Stranger Things (Season 5, vol 1) (Read this next part in a Vecna voice). IT BEGINS. (Now read the rest in a regular voice). This week, we're talking about the first 4 episodes of Stranger Things 5! We discuss Vecna's roundabout way of finding out what's in the zeitgeist, an unfortunately too-well-trod grief subplot that shows up again this season, and FINALLY Kat has a character in this show (but it's not who you think). Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39313225

460: Stranger Things (Season 1) 12/03/2025

460: Stranger Things (Season 1) In anticipation of the release of Stranger Things 5, we're returning to where it all began-- and we were both surprised by how we felt! We put some respect on Winona Ryder's name, discuss how Joe Keery is the true breakout star of the show, shake our fists at the algorithm, and freak out over the ballooning budgets of streaming TV shows. Then, Jocelyn makes up a BUNCH of songs, all varying in quality from bad to worse. Note: We recorded this episode remotely and there may be some lag. Apologies, and thanks for your understanding! Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39142615

459: The Goonies 11/26/2025

459: The Goonies It's the final week of Listener Request Month and we're talking about The Goonies! We discuss how to (and how to not) direct child actors, a plot that's just a list of stuff that happened, praise sweet Sean Astin, and wonder which Goonie we both are. Note: We recorded this episode remotely and there may be some lag. Apologies, and thanks for your understanding! Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/39140985

458: The Witches (1990) 11/19/2025

458: The Witches (1990) Listener Request Month continues with our #3 pick, The Witches (1990)! We discuss Roald Dahl's complicated legacy, praise Anjelica Huston for giving an amazing performance under less than amazing circumstances, and wonder why ANY of this needed to occur. At least the mice puppets were cute? This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to for the current offer. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38884155

457: Stranger Than Fiction 11/12/2025

457: Stranger Than Fiction Listener Request Month continues with our #4 pick, Stranger Than Fiction! This week, Kat takes umbrage with... everything, we delight over the enduring joys of Emma Thompson, and we ask the age-old question, "What IS this book?" Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38883000

456: Wreck-It Ralph 11/05/2025

456: Wreck-It Ralph It's Listener Request Month, and we're starting with the #4 pick, Wreck-It Ralph! Kat and Jocelyn discuss the very specific ways that this movie hurts Jocelyn's feelings, praise Alan Tudyk for (vaguely gestures at everything), and talk about how you really need to see the show Wander Over Yonder. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38785220

455: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer 10/29/2025

455: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer In the final week of Spooky Scary Movie Month, we're discussing I Still Know What You Did Last Summer! Kat and Jocelyn nitpick the film's title, talk about a plan so convoluted and expensive it would BANKRUPT the killer(s), and side-eye a moment where Jennifer Love Hewitt gets to sing... and Brandy doesn't. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38783865

454: Orphan 10/22/2025

454: Orphan This week, we're talking about the intentionally tasteless B-movie extravaganza ORPHAN! We discuss a pitch perfect performance by Isabella Fuhrmann, how uncomfortable ALL OF THIS must have been for Peter Sarsgaard, and praise the wonder that is CCH Pounder. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38404355

453: Phantasm 10/15/2025

453: Phantasm This week, we're talking about the cult film PHANTASM! We talk about great kid performances, plot beats that are lifted wholesale from Dune, and haircuts that Kat would love to "fix". This episode brought to you by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to to get 15% off any annual membership. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38404325

452: Maximum Overdrive 10/08/2025

452: Maximum Overdrive This week, we're talking about Kat's new favourite movie, MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE. We talk about how cocaine and artistry do not mix, question what the hell the machines' plan was, and Kat does her utmost to get cancelled. Produced by as part of Visit for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more. /episode/index/show/hatelovepodcast/id/38404310

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