Mon, Sep 14, 2020
Tig and Cheryl discuss A Band Called Death, a doc about a trio of brothers who formed a '70s punk band in Detroit that gets rediscovered decades later. Tig shares a story about a firsthand experience with the band, and the two discuss their least favorite band names, include Hoobastank and "Chubbawubba."
Mon, Sep 21, 2020
Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened, a doc chronicling the most infamous fiasco in music festival history. The duo make plans to save the swimming pigs, review potential lessons Tig could learn from "The Secret", and debate how to talk (or not talk) about the birds and the bees with their respective kids.
Mon, Oct 5, 2020
Tig and Cheryl discuss daring performance artist Marina Abramovic on this extremely revealing (in more ways than one) episode of True Story. Both hosts review which moments in the film made them cry, before nearly crying laughing at their recollections of performance art mishaps in their past. Plus, Tig talks about how Marina has personally inspired her.
Mon, Oct 12, 2020
Tig and Cheryl take on their first true crime documentary with the classic docuseries The Staircase. Aside from analyzing whether an owl might have commited the crime, Cheryl can't get over the poor cooking skills of a convicted murderer, and Tig talks about a certain criminal defense attorney she feels could be her "type."
Mon, Oct 19, 2020
Enter Sandman, as well as Tig and Cheryl discuss this alternately heavy and hilarious documentary chronicling the interpersonal drama of one of the biggest rock acts of all time. From one band member's questionable fashion sense, to another's confident use of the word "squillions," Tig and Cheryl have plenty of insights and stories to share.
Mon, Oct 26, 2020
Tig and Cheryl elect to discuss Boys State, a timely 2020 documentary following a group of teenage boys as they run for office at an annual mock government summer camp held in Austin, Texas. Political ability of some of the boys-- but dismayed by the "talent show" portion of the doc. Tig also ponders why guys chant "hoo, hoo."
Mon, Nov 2, 2020
Tig and Cheryl explore the long walk to the spotlight as they discuss the Oscar-winning backup singer doc "20 Feet From Stardom". They swap stories about discovering their singing abilities (or lack thereof), get chills from listening to "Gimme Shelter," and yes... even take a shot at singing some songs themselves.
Mon, Nov 9, 2020
Tig and Cheryl go on a tour of an unfinished mega-mansion on the outskirts of Orlando, as they discuss the hit documentary "The Queen of Versailles". Tig and Cheryl share laughs over doggie bags and dog doors, swap timeshare stories, and give advice for cleaning up poop as they review one of the most bizarre and entertaining "riches to rags" stories ever told.
Mon, Nov 16, 2020
Tig and Cheryl discuss Netflix's "Amanda Knox," a look back at the tabloid-headline making murder case that includes a host of interviews from key players, including Amanda herself. Cheryl celebrates the anniversary of a memorable massage, Tig speculates on how Cheryl would react if she started dating Amanda, and both share some laughs over Amanda's a-meat-a-balls.
Mon, Nov 23, 2020
Amanda Knox herself pays a visit to the podcast to discuss the documentary that shares her name. Tig and Cheryl get answers on Amanda's police interrogation, her time in prison, and what her life is like now. Amanda provides a candid, behind the scenes look into a story that continues to attract controversy and fascination.
Mon, Nov 30, 2020
Tig and Cheryl dive in to the delightful undersea d-octo-mentary "My Octopus Teacher". Tig talks about the experience of watching the doc with her sons, and Cheryl wonders if the documentarian ever had a sex dream about the octopus. It's one of the silliest, funniest episodes of True Story yet.
Mon, Dec 7, 2020
Tig and Cheryl take a look at the crazy world of NXIVM, a multi level marketing cult that once counted TV star Allison Mack among its members. They discuss IQ tests, midnight volleyball, and getting branded... in fact there's so much to talk about, they'll be back next week with Part Two.
Mon, Dec 21, 2020
It's been five years since the documentary "Tig" premiered at Sundance, and A TON has happened since. Stephanie Allynne ("L Word: Generation Q") joins Tig and Cheryl to discuss the documentary, and she and Tig give an inside look at how it felt to watch, not to mention live, the documentary. Plus Tig, Cheryl, and Stephanie pick their favorite docs they watched in 2020.
Mon, Jan 11, 2021
Tig and Cheryl take a time machine back to the '70s and watch the new Bee Gees doc that covers the incredible highs and tragic lows of the legendary folk-R&B-disco band. They discuss the medallion-in-chest-hair look, which of the brothers is their favorite, and none other than Dane Cook himself gets discussed.
Mon, Jan 18, 2021
Tig and Cheryl discuss The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley, a doc about the rise and fall of blood-testing company Theranos, operated by the one-time rising star of the startup world, Elizabeth Holmes. Talk of fax machines, kazoos, and certain venereal diseases send Tig and Cheryl into the hardest fit of laughter on the pod to date.
Mon, Feb 1, 2021
Tig and Cheryl discuss "Tiger," HBO's dive into the sometimes inspiring, sometimes scandalous life of the world's greatest golfer, Tiger Woods. Did Tig and Cheryl cry? Who did they find attractive? And can Tig convince Cheryl to finally "spill the beans" and get comfortable with sharing spoilers on the doc they're discussing?
Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Tig and Cheryl delve into the gritty (just like Tig likes 'em) story of The Imposter-- a French guy who impersonates a Texas teen. Cheryl shares a garage sale story that has both of our hosts laughing hysterically, and Tig makes plans to impersonate Cheryl at her next family reunion.
Mon, Feb 15, 2021
Tig and Cheryl explore the mysterious story of singer-songwriter Rodriguez... but not before taking detours covering Phil Collins urban legends, memorable bus rides, and a classic episode of Seinfeld. They also share what made them cry and who they found attractive, before diving into the listener mailbag for reactions to the Theranos doc.
Mon, Feb 22, 2021
Tig and Cheryl tackle "Hands On A Hard Body," a charmingly heartfelt doc about a small-town Texas competition to win a pickup truck. Cheryl spills MAJOR beans about whether this doc made her cry (a la Dancing With The Stars), the two swap some horrifyingly hilarious assistant stories, and Tig reads fan mail reactions regarding her NPR/crossword comments.
Mon, Mar 8, 2021
Tig and Cheryl delve into the short doc "Long Shot," about a Los Angeles man accused of murder. Plus, his case shares a surprising connection with a certain popular HBO comedy starring Cheryl Hines. Meanwhile, Tig tells a potentially emasculating story, and "Papa Grande" is either a name for a grandfather, or a chain of burrito restaurants.
Mon, Apr 26, 2021
Tig and Cheryl talk Crip Camp, a Barack and Michelle Obama-produced doc about a hippy summer camp for the disabled that becomes a springboard for decades of civil rights activism. Amidst talk of crabs and slobby boyfriends, there are also some poignant moments... could this be the rare doc to make both hosts cry?
Mon, May 3, 2021
Tig and Cheryl laugh their way through "The Wolfpack," (or "Woofpack"?!), a doc about a family of six boys raised in a New York City apartment they are only rarely allowed to leave. Tig gives a shoutout to "My Octopus Teacher" winning an Oscar, Cheryl makes a declaration on the subject of tank tops vs sleeveless shirts, and "who are you attracted to" proves to be a more challenging question than usual.
Mon, May 24, 2021
Soleil Moon Frye (Punky Brewster) joins Tig and Cheryl to talk about her new autobiographical doc "Kid 90." Soleil shares some crazy stories about Charlie Sheen, Michael Jackson, and even Bubbles the chimpanzee. It's an incredible and candid discussion, full of hilarious tangents and bean spillage as always.
Mon, May 31, 2021
Tig and Cheryl finally take on "Tickled," a much-requested doc with more twists than a tickle-fight. The True Story duo discuss their tickling history, research the origins of slipping on a banana peel, and compare Cheryl's pronunciation of "documentary" to that of a native New Zealander.
Mon, Jun 7, 2021
Greg Behrendt ("He's Just Not That Into You") joins Tig and Cheryl for "Air Guitar Nation," a chronicling of several contestants' quests to win the Air Guitar World Championships, a real event held annually in Finland. Greg, despite being featured in the documentary, barely remembers its contents... so he fits right in with Tig and Cheryl. They talk optimum pick placement, listen to a clip of horses galloping, and Greg facilitates the first-ever moment of learning on the podcast.
Mon, Jun 14, 2021
Tig and Cheryl risk flying too close to the podcasting sun with their recap of "Icarus," the Oscar-winning Netflix doc about the Russian doping scandal that made national headlines. Who has the better Russian accent, Tig or Cheryl? Who were they attracted to, in a doc with a surprising amount of voluntary male nudity?
Mon, Jun 21, 2021
Tig and Cheryl enroll in a crash course on "Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal," A Netflix doc featuring reenactments from a cast led by Matthew Modine. Tig recalls the movies she watched in 1985, Cheryl recalls her chance to star in "When Animals Attack," and lots more "True Story" hilarity.
Mon, Jul 5, 2021
Tig and Cheryl celebrate 4th of July with "Weiner," an inside look at Anthony Weiner's public meltdown as he runs to become mayor of New York. Tig and Cheryl share a laugh at Anthony's "Carlos Danger" alter ego, as well as sympathy for Huma Abedin and anger over how Huma was treated. It's an all-around Weiner roast. Unfortunately, they forget to use their signature catchphrase "Get Weiner!"... but it's still great.
Mon, Jul 26, 2021
A documentary following pop icon Lady Gaga as she recovers from a breakup, records new music, and prepares for a Super Bowl performance. Tig imagines life with Gaga's glam squad, Cheryl desperately tries to remember the (multiple) times she's seen Gaga live, and Madonna comes up again.
Mon, Sep 6, 2021
Tig and Cheryl celebrate their 50th episode of True Story with the Morgan Freeman-narrated Antarctic extravaganza "March of the Penguins". In addition to reading up on the nitty gritty of penguin anatomy, the duo picks some of their favorite films from the past year and reminisces about the podcast to date.