Send us a text This week, Daphne, El Profesor Michael, and Wilsen dive headfirst into Netflix’s Trainwreck: Poop Cruise—the unforgettable documentary about the Carnival Triumph cruise that turned into a floating biohazard. With the toilets out, passengers were handed red “hazard bags” and told to poop in them. Yep, it’s that kind of cruise. The hosts unpack the chaos: tent cities on deck, sewage dripping down walls, and one poor soul’s discovery of something dubbed “poop lasagna.” Daphn...

Send us a text Happy Halloween, creeps and creature-lovers! In this haunted holiday episode of Get Doc’d, your ghoulishly good hosts dig up The Frankenstein Complex—the monstrously fun documentary about the brilliant weirdos behind cinema’s greatest creatures. Think Rick Baker, Rob Bottin, Guillermo del Toro, and a whole lot of slime, sweat, and foam rubber. We’re talking practical effects legends who handcrafted horror icons using nothing but latex, animatronics, and pure monster-loving madn...

Send us a text This week on Get Doc’d, Daphne and Michael “El Profesor” are joined by a very special guest — Grandma Beba herself (aka Hilda) — to dive into the hauntingly bizarre documentary A Cursed Man. Was he really cursed… or just really bad at making life choices? 🕯️ Expect spirited debates, dramatic gasps, and Beba’s unfiltered wisdom that may or may not summon a few laughs (and possibly ghosts). So grab your pumpkin spice (or coquito - wepa!!!), light a candle, and get ready for curse...

Send us a text In this electrified episode of Get Doc’d, your hosts jack into the neon-drenched mainframe of cinema history to discuss The Making of Tron (2002) and the OG digital fever dream, Tron (1982). We’re talking Jeff Bridges in a glowing jumpsuit, evil AIs with daddy issues, and special effects so experimental they made the Academy go, “Nah, that’s cheating.” (Yes, seriously—they disqualified it for using computers. Wild.) The hosts take you behind the scenes of this glitchy-yet-glori...

Send us a text Daphne, Michael El Professor, and his son Pavao are back to finish what they started—diving into the last two episodes of Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?. The stakes are higher, the drama is bigger, and yes, the laughs keep coming. From boardrooms to bold moves, the crew unpacks how this wild story wraps up—without giving away the ending. 🥤✈️ Haven’t heard Part 1 yet? Hit play on that first, then come join us for the grand finale! https://www.facebook.com/lalaskitchenonwheels 25 Best ...

Send us a text Daphne, Michael El Professor, and his son Pavao (filling in for the ever-mysterious Mr. Wilsen) crack open the first two episodes of Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?—the docuseries about the guy who really thought he was gonna trade soda points for a fighter jet. We’re talking big marketing blunders, outrageous dreams, and whether we’d risk it all for a Harrier parked in the driveway. Spoiler: Daphne says yes, Michael says no, and Pavao… well, he’s just here for the laughs. 🚀 Stay tuned ...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, the hosts sink their teeth into John Oliver’s web-exclusive deep dive, “A History of Chuck E. Cheese: Last Squeak Tonight.” What begins as a satirical take on an animatronic icon turns into a surprisingly rich and bizarre corporate history—so naturally, Get Doc’d had to cover it. The episode explores Chuck E. Cheese’s unlikely origin story as a failed coyote costume, the strange decision to give a children’s mascot a New Jersey accent, and ho...

Send us a text In this bonus episode, Daphne and Wilsen take a deep dive into Russians at War — a rare and controversial documentary that embeds viewers with a Russian battalion moving across the front lines in Ukraine. With years of conflict and little media coverage from inside Russia’s war effort, this film sets out to fill that gap. It offers a raw, unfiltered look at life inside a battalion—what the soldiers see, believe, and endure—pulling back the curtain on a world often shielded from...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, Daphne, Wilsen, and "El Professor" Michael dive into the satirical and thought-provoking world of I, Pastafari: A Flying Spaghetti Monster Story. This 2019 documentary, directed by Michael Arthur, follows the global movement of Pastafarianism—a parody religion that challenges the privileges often granted to organized faiths. Through humorous yet sincere efforts, Pastafarians like Niko Alm and Brother Spaghettus fight for legal recognition, re...

Send us a text This week on Get Doc’d, Daphne, El Professor Michael and Wilsen dive headfirst into the glorious chaos that is Winnebago Man, the documentary about Jack Rebney—the most foul-mouthed RV pitchman in American history and the unwilling godfather of viral video rage. If you’ve ever screamed at your job, your coworkers, or a swarm of flies, congratulations: you may already be spiritually connected to Jack. What starts as a collection of 1980s blooper reel gold—featuring Rebney invent...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, hosts Daphne and Wilsen dive fork-first into ¡Casa Bonita Mi Amor!, the 2024 documentary directed by Arthur Bradford. The film chronicles South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone as they rescue and reimagine Casa Bonita—the beloved, kitschy Mexican restaurant in Colorado made famous in their 2003 episode. With a budget that ballooned from $6.5 million to over $30 million, the project becomes as much about passion and nostalgia as it is about ...

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the bizarre and compelling world of Shut Up, Little Man! – An Audio Misadventure, the 2011 Sundance documentary that chronicles how two friends accidentally created one of the first viral audio sensations. When Eddie and Mitch moved into a San Francisco apartment in the late '80s, they began recording their neighbors—Peter Haskett and Raymond Huffman—as the two older men screamed, cursed, and brawled night after night. What began as a coping mechan...

Send us a text On this episode of Get Doc’d, we dive headfirst into one of the most mind-bending reality TV experiments ever broadcast — The Contestant, the Hulu documentary chronicling Tomoaki Hamatsu’s surreal journey on the Japanese show Susunu! Denpa Shōnen. Imagine being locked in an apartment, naked, with no food, no contact with the outside world, and no possessions — your only lifeline to survival? Winning sweepstakes. That’s right, to earn his freedom, Hamatsu (nicknamed "Nasubi") ha...

Send us a text This week on Get Doc’d, we dive into the 2019 documentary Rocketman, the wild, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt story of “Mad” Mike Hughes—a retired limo driver, flat-earth believer, and self-proclaimed daredevil—on a mission to launch himself into the sky in a homemade steam-powered rocket. Directed by Toby Brusseau and Michael Linn, Rocketman blends absurdity with ambition as it follows Mike and his ragtag crew of dreamers and skeptics. There’s Pat, the peace-pr...

Send us a text It’s Bring Your Kids to Work Day, and the hosts of Get Doc’d are handing over the podcast to some very special guest hosts—Michael’s kids: Pavao, Apollo, and Elektra! In this fun-filled bonus episode, the junior crew dives into Beyond the Brick – A LEGO Brickumentary to share their thoughts on the film, their favorite LEGO sets, and why building with bricks is one of the coolest things ever. With plenty of laughter, creativity, and kid-powered insight, this episode is a celebra...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, we snap together a deep dive into Beyond the Brick – A LEGO Brickumentary, the colorful documentary that proves LEGO is far more than just a toy. Directed by Oscar-winner Daniel Junge and Oscar-nominee Kief Davidson, this film uncovers the fascinating evolution of LEGO—from its humble wooden toy beginnings to a global cultural force that inspires creativity in kids and adults alike. We explore the documentary’s blend of animated segments, behind-th...

Send us a text In this special bonus episode of Get Doc’d, we sit down with Ilie Mitaru, the director behind the evocative documentary First Frames. Ilie takes us deep into the creative and emotional journey of making a film that puts cameras—and storytelling power—into the hands of children navigating life in the aftermath of displacement and disaster. We talk about the inspiration behind working with photographer Serbest Salih and his mobile darkroom, the decision to let the children lead t...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, we dive into First Frames, a quietly powerful documentary by Ilie Mitaru that takes us to the heart of displaced childhoods in Turkey. At the center is Serbest Salih, a Syrian refugee and photographer, whose mobile darkroom becomes a vessel for education, expression, and healing in communities still reeling from displacement and devastating earthquakes. But what truly sets First Frames apart is its perspective—it’s the children who hold the camera,...

Send us a text In this episode of Get Doc’d, we dive headfirst into the chaotic, colorful, and controversial world of Happy Happy Joy Joy: The Ren & Stimpy Story. This 2020 documentary explores the rise and fall of The Ren & Stimpy Show, the animated cult classic that pushed boundaries and redefined '90s cartoon culture — and the complicated legacy of its creator, John Kricfalusi. The hosts unpack the explosive creativity that made the show a hit on Nickelodeon, while also tackling th...

Send us a text In this mind-bending episode of Get Doc'd, we dive into A Glitch in the Matrix, a 2021 documentary that explores the eerie concept of simulation theory. Directed by Rodney Ascher, this film takes us on a journey through science fiction, philosophy, and horror, all while questioning whether the reality we experience is truly real—or if we’re living in a simulated world. With insights from experts and testimonies from individuals who believe they've uncovered the truth about our ...