The So Weird Podcast

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review Book 1, "Family Reunion", of the So Weird book series.

In this episode, Ali Marie Matheson, executive producer and writer of So Weird, answers all of your questions! We talk about original season 3 plans, the writing process, past projects, and more!

Join The So Weird Podcast in our second script reading session! In this episode, we will be reading an early draft of "Family Reunion". Can you spot the differences between this draft and what aired on T.V.? Hope you all enjoy and let us know your thoughts and comments!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the new Disney Channel show "Secrets of Sulphur Springs" and Nickelodeon's "Are You Afraid of the Dark: Curse of the Shadows"! Did you watch these shows and catch any So Weird similarities/parallels? Comment and let us know your thoughts!

Join The So Weird Podcast in our first script reading session! In this episode, we will be reading an early draft of "Banshee". Can you spot the differences between this draft and what aired on T.V.? Thanks for listening! Please leave a comment with your thoughts on this episode and if you enjoyed our script reading session.

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss our favorite moments from So Weird's Christmas episode, "Fountain" from So Weird and get ready for Holidays with fun gift ideas and media suggestions! Thanks to all the fans that participated in this fan interactive episode! We hope you all enjoy! Comment below to let us know what you're watching this Holiday season!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss spooky and scary moments from So Weird and get ready for Halloween with horror/spooky/fun media recommendations! Thank you to all the fans that participated in this fan interactive episode! It made it twice as fun! We hope you all enjoy! Comment below to let us know what you're watching this Halloween season and what So Weird scenes spooked you as a kid. :)

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, Dino DiNicolo, aka "Chuck the bass player", answers all of your questions! Enjoy as we go in depth about his music and acting career! Let us know what you think and we hope to have more interviews in the future. Make sure to search Dino DiNicolo on all social media and his music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and now Amazon!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we breakdown and review every song from the series! What are your favorite songs? Do you still listen to them? Let us know :)Thanks as always for keeping the faith and providing feedback.

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we debunk several rumors about the show and cast. Was there a rumor we didn't mention? Please leave us a comment! Thanks as always for keeping the faith and providing feedback.

In this episode, Annmarie Cullen, musician and songwriter for the first two seasons of So Weird, answers all of your questions! We discuss past projects, the songwriting process, collaboration with Jon Cooksey, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all in the future!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we celebrate having So Weird on our T.V.s once again thanks to the Disney Plus streaming service! Hear our reactions to the service, So Weird in better quality, and reboot possibilities.  Let us know your experience with Disney Plus! Thank you for Keeping the Faith!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. “The River". We talk about our thoughts of the clip show choice, our top and bottom season 3 episodes, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and if you have other general comments! Thank you all for listening and providing feedback as always! It's been a pleasure reviewing this show and we look forward to finally watching it on TV once again with Disney+! Thank you for Keeping the Faith.

In this episode, Alexz Johnson (Annie Thelen), answers all of your questions! We discuss season 3 of "So Weird", Mackenzie Phillips, Instant Star, past projects, the new album "Weight", and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all in the future!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Annie's Song". We talk about our thoughts on Annie's story arc, the problematic aspects of the episode, how So Weird handled Native American culture, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and if you have other general comments! Thank you for the support as always.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Dead Ringer". We talk about this possibly being the best episode of season three, the great potential s3 could have had with Jack as the lead, the last days of the podcast, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and if you have other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Gone Fishin". We talk about the Molly's new song, the theme of 'home', Stranger Things, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and if you have other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Mr. Magnetism". We talk about the dynamics between Zach and Annie, Zach being a creep, ships, the "All That" reboot, the possible new Disney+ show "Sulphur Springs", and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and if you have other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Babble". We talk about dyslexia, the Tower of Babel, Disney, Hulu, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We always read aloud all the comments we get when we record.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Meow". We talk about Egyptian religion, new info about the Disney streaming service now called Disney Plus, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We always read aloud all the comments we get when we record. :)

In this episode, Chris Gibson aka "Rick Phillips", answers all of your questions! He talks about the original season 3, the "Twin" re-shoot, past and current life experiences, current projects, supernatural events, religion, mental health, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all in the future!

In this episode, actor Mackenzie Gray, answers all of your questions! He talks about behind the scenes on So Weird, past roles, future projects, paranormal experiences, how John Kane came to be, and more! I hope you enjoy this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all in the future!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Widow's Walk". We talk about relatablility, bad old age make up, what Carey's actual age is,and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “The Great Incanto". We talk about our general dislike of the episode, the Alexz Johnson YouTube documentary, the So Weird forum, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We always read aloud all the comments we get when we record :). https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “The Muse". We talk about emotional aspect, song lyric analysis, Matt David Johnson, Rick's final appearance, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, Jon Cooksey, the executive producer/show-runner/head writer of So Weird, answers all of your questions! We go in depth talking about original season 3 plans, the song writing process, his favorite episodes and songs and what they mean to him, what happened during "Twin" filming, the cast and crew, Rugrats, and more! I hope you enjoyed this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Pen Pal". We talk about Alternative!Annie, unanswered questions, Bigfoot odors, the Disney+ streaming service, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Grave Mistake". We talk about the fan favorite character "Margaret", nostalgic feels, Molly/Carey moments, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We ask, if you can, to consider donating to The Johnson's GoFundMe account as Alexz Johnson's sister, Mackenna, has been diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer. "As our sister prepares for the biggest battle of her life, Mackenna and Darion’s wish is to be able to fight this while standing on secure financial ground, as well as hope to be working together with a wonderful institution called Heartland on potential fertility options. We are humbly asking for anything you might be willing to donate during this time of grief, as well as your prayers if you are not financially able. Funds will be directly applied to ensuring our sister’s future, their future children and any other unexpected costs that will inevitably arise as a result of the cancer treatment. With thanks & love, The Johnsons" https://www.gofundme.com/our-sisters-future

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Still Life". We talk about the recognizable special guests, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, The Haunting of Hill House, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We always read aloud all the comments we get when we record :). https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Changeling". We talk about our general dislike of the episode, mythological "changelings", Carey/Molly, Patrick Levis' singing career, The Famous Jett Jackson movie, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. We always read aloud all the comments we get when we record :). https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Beeing There". We talk about Jack and Annie, Halloweentown 2, confusing plot, The Famous Jett Jackson, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode or other general comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Earth 101". We talk about the dumbed-down aliens, predictable formulaic plots, the fake Fi, general dislike, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and other comments! Thank you for the support as always and for the feedback. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Carnival". We talk about the confusing plot, the "Come On, Boy" song rumor, the new Alexz Johnson movie "The Wasting", the old "Gimme Pizza" video, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode and other comments! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Snapshot". We talk about soul stealing, the Disney streaming service, The Psychic Friends Network, the non-linear plot of season 3, Mackenzie Phillips in "Orange is the New Black", Rian Johnson, ideas for So Weird's 20th anniversary, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Exit 13". We talk about the groundhog day plot, the Iroquois tribe, funny moments from the ep, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Rewind". We talk about the actress who played Jennifer, "Britt Irvin", the potential backstory, Annie's "Never Give Up" song, Alexz Johnson career, the Bug Juice reboot, Rugrats reboot, Buffy reboot, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, writer Jon Weisman, answers all of your questions! He talks the writing process for live action and animated shows, insights into the So Weird episodes he wrote, previous writing credits, stories with Jon Cooksey, and more! I hope you enjoyed this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Banglebye". We talk about the trope of demonizing new technology, funny moments between the characters, how Annie is becoming more likable, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Voodoo". We talk about religious practice of Voodoo, the negative stereotype portrayal of Voodoo in Hollywood, the creepy doll scenes, the ridiculous ending, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Eddie's Desk". We talk about Clu's return, the confusing plot, doppelgangers, the mystery around the name Cluett, janitor stories, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Detention". We talk about our personal detention memories, Jack/Annie (Jannie), the out-of-character moments, the odd singing moment, the upcoming 20 year anniversary of So Weird, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Talking Board". We talk about Ouija boards, numerology and the number 317, the new colorful house and school, Belinda Metz, Alexz Johnson's new album, the new Kim Possible DCOM reboot, and more! Let us know what you all think about this episode! Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, Dave "Squatch" Ward, otherwise known as "Ned", answers all of your questions! He talks about his roles as an actor and voice actor, a time when he rode a roller coaster with Mel Gibson, sang a song with Dick Van Dyke, his favorite scenes from So Weird, believing in the supernatural, good memories with the So Weird cast, and much more! Dave currently has a song out called "Santa Wears a Raincoat" by Sasquatch Mountain Fog. The song is available for purchase on cdbaby.com as well as Amazon and iTunes. Also available to stream on Spotify and YouTube. The book to the song will be available in September, 2018. I hope you enjoyed this episode and we hope to have more interviews for you all. For those who want to see the video option of this interview, head over to our YouTube page.

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Lightning Rod". We talk about Fi's farewell, dropped plots, Annie Thelen, disappointment with the new changes, the "Gravity Falls" DVD release, and more! Thank you for the support as always. Let us know what you all think! https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss what the original season three would have been about including main plot points and episode ideas. We talk about the aliens purpose, characters coming back, Rick being alive, Fi going to hell, the Bermuda triangle, alternate universes, Jack's prom, Clu+Fi, Fi's website shutdown, EVP's, unicorns, elves, WWII, what we would have wanted season 3 to be about, "very special episodes", and more!! Let us know what you all think! https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Twin". Hear us talk about the original script ending, automatic writing, Rick and Molly, the new Disney Channel show "The Owl House", and more! Let us know what you all think! https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Shelter". Most of us like this episode! Hear us talk about talking dog movies, goofy So Weird eps, dog transformation, and more! We give a special thanks to our patrons towards the end of the episode. :) Thank you for the feedback and for the support as always!! https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Transplant". We talk about John "Papa Bear" Kane, Mackenzie Gray, the confusing alien plot, the "Charmed" reboot, and more! Thank you for the feedback as always! While we do not ask for any donations, some people have expressed they would be happy to donate. And so, we have created a Patreon :) Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Encore”. We talk about how the episode came about and it's purpose, the song meanings, our most and least favorite songs, and more! Thank you for the feedback as always!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Destiny”. We talk about Mackenzie and Patrick's portrayals of Bricriu, Bricriu's character development, Rick's story arc, The Moffats, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Roswell". We talk about the character Andrew, how Hollywood views characters with mental illness, the alien arc, Disney and more! Thanks for the views, likes, retweets, and comments, as always!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Fathom". We talk about the song Origami, why we do not like the character "Lal", the Hey Arnold Jungle Movie, the new Are You Afraid of the Dark movie, and more! Thanks for the views, likes, retweets, and comments, as always!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Troll". We talk about why we like the silliness of this episode, Troll dolls, some facts about Faith, South Dakota, the continuing Rick arc, what we did for Halloween, more about the Disney streaming service, and more!Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! Make sure to check out Zack's stories in LAST WRITES: Haunting Tales from The Mountain Scribes, found on Amazon.com!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “James Garr". We talk about cryostasis, the Jack/Fi relationship, the human soul, philosophical thoughts, Ali Marie Matheson feedback/question request, the Hocus Pocus remake, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Avatar". We talk about our issues with the episode and with Jordan, how this ep. replaced the the original scrapped ep. "Chrysalis", the reboot of "Club Mickey Mouse", the reboot of "Sabrina the Teenage Witch", and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. "Blues". We talk about how this episode aired for Black History Month, questionable plot points, Lemuria, Bo Diddley, question how So Weird got away with the dark murder plot, our new podcast bingo game, and more! Thanks for all the great feedback and to all who listen!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Vampire". We talk about the potential of a great Rick/Vampire backstory, our issues with the episode, great Jack moments, the Vampire characters, more about Disney's streaming service, DuckTales, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Fall". We talk about why we think the episode is underrated, the maturity of the plot, the great continuing drama between Molly & Fi, the reboot of Bug Juice, Disney's upcoming new streaming service, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We so appreciate it!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Strange Geometry". We talk about why we think this is one of the best episodes of the series, the phenomenal acting from all the cast,the cool and memorable special effects, Papa Bear, insights from the writer Jon Weisman, a fan-made professional recording of the song "Questions" by the artist Sacha Mullin, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Fountain". We talk about why most of us love this episode, insights from the original script, time-travel, possibilities of a fan-made So Weird animated series, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! A very special thanks to Ali Marie Matheson for your lovely comment on Banshee!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Boo". We talk about our disappointments with the episode, Henry Winkler and his character, the possibility of a "Sister, Sister" reboot, Halloweentown, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Banshee". We talk about why we consider it one of the best episodes in the series, the alternate ending from the original script, the (dropped) plot points coming into view, the amazing acting from the cast, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Oopa". We talk about the return of the character Tad Raxall and our mixed feelings about him, why we didn't enjoy this episode that much, the song "More Like a River", Plato's Atlantis, So Weird ships, and more! Once again thanks to everyone who downloads, listens, and comments on our episodes!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Second Generation". We talk about the character played by Kevin Zegers, Ryan, how we applaud So Weird for handling Fi's romance episode, how we appreciate the series not making the leads focus on romance too much, clones, fandom ships, Jessica Williams, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Werewolf". We talk about why we think it's one of the 'scariest' episodes from the series, our thoughts on the character Lauren, Carey's great scene on the bus, the interesting twist on who's the werewolf, the nominations So Weird got, and more! We also talk about Kathie's meeting with Dave Ward aka Ned Bell! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Mutiny". We talk about the send off of Clu, Erik Von Detten and Dave Wards great acting, why some of us think this is a top season 2 ep, and more! Emily also gives a short review of the official So Weird books. Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We love making podcasts for So Weird and have decided to pay to keep the episodes on iTunes and available for download. While we do not ask for any donations, some people have expressed they would be happy to donate. And so, we have created a Patreon :) Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Listen". We talk about crop circles, the continuation of the Carey/Molly ship, the Alien arc, the season 3 Alien arc, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We love making podcasts for So Weird and have decided to pay to keep the episodes on iTunes and available for download. While we do not ask for any donations, some people have expressed they would be happy to donate. And so, we have created a Patreon :) Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Nightmare". We talk about nightmares, our opinions on Danny, the raw emotion from the Phillips family, Carey/Molly moments, Irene and her sister, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We always read them at the end of the video and reply! We love making podcasts for So Weird and have decided to pay to keep the episodes on iTunes and available for download. While we do not ask for any donations, some people have expressed they would be happy to donate. And so, we have created a Patreon :) Thank you for the support as always. https://www.patreon.com/soweird

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Siren". We talk about the introduction to Carey, Jewel Staite as the Siren, Sirens in Greek mythology, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We always read them at the end of the video and reply!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Drive". We talk about the Jack and Clu friendship, our opinions on the guilty car concept, and more! Thanks to everyone who listens and comments! We always read them at then at the end of the video and reply!

In this episode, we discuss the season 2 premiere, "Medium". We talk about the thematic change in season 2, the emotional aspects of this episode, mediums, the different ways the Phillips family grieves, Rick Phillips, our thoughts on the Medium character Patrick, the original draft of the episode called "Mirror", the Girl Meets World cancellation and the fandom reaction, our idea to send in Netflix So Weird requests, and more! If you have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss the season finale of Season 1, "Will o' the Wisp". We talk about Marfa Lights, the original "Bricriu" Irish myth, the "Will o' the Wisp" myth and it's mentions in other media, Patrick Levis' portrayal of Bricriu and his amazing acting, Bricriu's characterization, great moments between Jack and Fi, and more! We also rank our top episodes from Season 1 and comment on our fav. songs so far. Thank you once again for all the listens, downloads, and feedback you guys give us. I hope you've enjoyed Season 1! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Lost". We talk about Kyla Pratt, the singer and guest star Dionne Warwick, the lack of story for the Phillips family, the emotional aspects of this episode, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Singularity". We talk about why we like/dislike "Mad" Max, time warps, nice sibling moments, information about this episode from the writer himself Jon Weisman, the That's So Raven reboot, what network we'd like to see a So Weird reboot on, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Tulpa”. We talk about the character James, Tulpas, big brother Jack, the development of Jack/Fi's relationship, My Little Pony+Tulpas, Mackenzie Phillips in the new Disney XD show, the Clu/Fi ship, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. “Rebecca”. We talk about why it's special to us and why we think it's a favorite for everyone, the relateable theme of "loss", immortality, Molly Phillips as one of the best T.V. moms, the original season 3 plans with Rebecca, The Phillips-Kane Band discography, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode, we discuss and review the ep. "Strangeling". We talk about the beginnings of furture plotlines, The Phillips family, adorable moments, special effects, low budget puppets, original origin stories, Jack being a reincarnated knight, Mackenzie Phillips, old fansites, and more!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Angel". We talk about Angels in the media, Angel myths and theology, how we all love this episode, So Weird and their dark topics, Jack/Gabe (Gabe), the Molly/Carey ship, questioning why So Weird isn't as popular, the T.V shows 'Are You Afraid of the Dark', 'Eerie, Indiana', 'Strange Days at Blake Holsey High', and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Simplicity". We talk about gremlin love and hate, technology in So Weird, Y2K, Tad Raxall's characterization, Tad+Molly, and more! We also give our views on Netflix's "Stranger Things" (spoiler free) towards the end of the episode.

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Escape". We talk about astral projection, sleep paralysis, Jack & Clu's characterization, Claire's character, and reply to comments we've received. Thanks for those and keep them coming!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Sacrifice". We talk about Bigfoot, funny dialogue, Fi's adorableness, good sibling moments, and more!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Memory". We talk about aliens, the oddness of the small town, Ned & Irene, some thoughts from the writer of this episode Jon Weisman, the original alien arc that would lead to season 3, Fi and Jack's reaction to the town, and more! If you all have any questions or comments about anything we said or the episode we discussed, let us know!

In this episode of the So Weird Podcast, we discuss and review the ep. "Web Sight". We talk about better established characters, pre-cognition, "mean" critics, dial-up, Rick Phillips, and more!

In this episode of The So Weird Podcast, we discuss how we got into So Weird, review the pilot/first episode, "Family Reunion", and more!