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• Pitch Perfect's Cultural Impact - The hosts discussed the film's success, its popularity on DVD and HBO, its word-of-mouth appeal, and its relation to the broader cultural landscape of musical films and TV shows. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  
• College Experience - The hosts spent a significant amount of time discussing the accuracy and relatability of the film's portrayal of college life, including dorm life, social dynamics, and the search for identity. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  
• The Cast - They discussed the careers and talents of many cast members, including Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson, Skylar Astin, Ben Platt, and Elizabeth Banks. They also talked about potential recasting choices. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  
• Music - The hosts analyzed the music in the film, including the riff-off scene, the Cup Song, and the final medley. They discussed their favorite needle drops and the impact of mashup culture. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  

most debated

• Anna Kendrick's Performance - Hosts debated whether she was properly cast and whether her character, Becca, was the true villain of the film. Kate strongly argued that Becca is the worst, citing her disruptive behavior and general meanness. - Kate Halliwell, Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  
• The Troublemakers vs The Bellas - Jodie argued that the Troublemakers' final performance was better, while Juliette and Kate favored the Bellas'. They debated the quality of the vocals, choreography, and overall energy of each group. - Kate Halliwell, Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  
• Ben Platt's Voice - Jodie praised Ben Platt's singing, while Juliette expressed her dislike for his voice. They discussed his performance in the film and his career trajectory. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  
• Don't You Forget About Me as a Needle Drop - Kate defended the use of the song in the finale as a great needle drop and an important moment for the characters, while Juliette found the song overrated. - Juliette Litman, Kate Halliwell
  
  

funny moments

• Titanium Shower Scene - Hosts found humor in the awkwardness and absurdity of the shower scene, particularly the line "You know David Guetta?", delivered by Anna Kendrick. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  
• Elizabeth Banks and John Michael Higgins' Commentary - The hosts praised the comedic timing and improv skills of the commentators, highlighting their often inappropriate jokes and observations about the a cappella groups. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  
• Ben Platt's Magic - The hosts, particularly Jodie, found humor in Ben Platt's character's obsession with magic, especially the scene with the dove in his dorm room. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  

childhood memories

• Glee and Show Choir - Kate shared her personal experiences with show choir in high school and how Glee and Pitch Perfect impacted that era of her life. - Kate Halliwell
  
  
• TGIF Theme Songs - The hosts discuss Adam Devine's audition where he sang either the Full House or Family Matters theme song, connecting it to their shared cultural experience of TGIF shows. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell
  
  

rewatch experiences

• Rebel Wilson's Performance - Juliette initially found Rebel Wilson annoying but, upon rewatching, appreciated her comedic talent and performance. Jodie echoed this sentiment. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  
• Skylar Astin's Charm - Both Juliette and Jodie noted how Skylar Astin's charm had aged well upon rewatch, appreciating his character's sweetness and earnestness. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker
  
  

catchphrase discussions

• "You know, David Guetta?" - Hosts discussed the iconic line from the shower scene, highlighting its cringeworthy humor and how it encapsulates Becca's embarrassing attempts to appear cool. - Juliette Litman, Jodie Walker, Kate Halliwell