Tsai Five Podcast

Dreams are fun. Time capsules are even more fun! Lillian, Meilynn, and Matthew talk about why you should start a dream journal.

Saying no to good things is good. But saying no to good things can be bad. But saying yes to good things can be bad. And saying yes to good things can be good. It's all just really confusing, but we're talking about juggling different aspects of life in the most God-glorifying ways, and today, Josiah, Noemi, and Matthew try to make sense of it all.

"I Have a Question is Back!" Mia, Cris, and Matthew discuss the importance of community and creating it for others to enjoy the fellowship of Christ!

We hate questions.

We'reeeeee back... Today, we pick apart the costumes, the feminism, the Kens, the dances, and of course, the Barbies.

No one asked for it, but we're back with another casual podcast! What's your favorite Paparia?

Sorry for some tragic audio, Matthew chose the absolute worst place to record a podcast. But this podcast is on the art of listening and hearing others! Enjoy listening to this crackly audio.

Moving day hits different! Today, Izabella and Mia come onto the pod to discuss the social, physical, emotional ramifications of moving around as a child. Together, we look back on how God has moved through our moves across the globe, nation, and city.

I will not lie... I do not remember what this episode is about! But... it's been two years since we've started the Tsai Five Podcast! Today, we look back on 87 episodes of pure entertainment.

It's such a delicate balance and fulfilling calling! Allison, Jenn, and Matthew talk about staying encouraged, teaching about Jesus, and preventing scissor deaths.

This week, Samuel is on the podcast to talk about the art of asking questions. Discussion topics: manipulation, follow-ups, and vulnerability.

She's back!!!

Today, we have four "only siblings" on the pod! We talk about sibling dynamics, reflecting God well, and sharing the same blood!

Three USC Trojans come together to reminisce about being South Pasadena Tigers! Jared, Evan, and Matthew talk about the small-town vibe, best farmer's market tents, and more!

Tubs of lemonade! Falling shelves! Crazy mohawks! We promise that this episode has a topic.

Remember Lover Boy from the early days of the Tsai Five Podcast? He finally comes to spill the beans on the Four Corners. Today, Matthew and Dustin talk about crushes, long-distance advice, and stupid things in eighth grade.

In this episode, Matthew talks with his mom, Andrea Tsai, about motherhood. They talk about the dreaded empty nest, parental advice, motherly sacrifice, and more on this episode of "I Have a Question!"

We have a new series: "I Have a Question!" Today, Matthew sits down with Elijah Ding to talk about their differing college experiences, best school food, making friends, roommate stories, and fraternities.

Thor is the first MCU character to get a fourth solo film, and it's definitely... something. Join us as we talk about  insane logistical stupidities, Taika Waititi's humor, and the Asguardians of the Galaxy.

Isabella: 49
Matthew: 48

We are back!! This time, we're just doing a casual podcast... no movie, no Rotten Tomatoes game, and no ratings! Just the two of us talking. Call it a comeback :)

We're back with more MCU content. This time, it's Moon Knight, a series about dissociative identity disorder, based on the real life events of Obadiah Tsai :) We break down the entire season, try to find a name for our classic game, and talk about other issues that Marvel is currently facing.

Season:
Isabella: 48
Matthew: 72

Matthew's Episode Ratings:
Ep. 1: 80
Ep. 2: 74
Ep. 3: 53
Ep. 4: 50
Ep. 5: 85
Ep. 6: 67

Happy Mother's Day! It's our long-awaited return, and today we talk about moms, Americas, witches, and more!

Isabella: 71
Matthew: 59

We're finally getting around to reviewing our most requested movie: Wind River! Nah, kidding, we just watched this because Hawkeye and Scarlet Witch are here. Fair warning though, this is a graphic and mature rated R movie.

Isabella: 68
Matthew: 81

Hailee Steinfeld is in this and the action is cool and that's about it. Let's walk through this Transformers movie together. Apparently it's supposed to be one of the good ones, so we don't wanna know what the others look like.

Isabella: 48
Matthew: 54

Today, Matthew's reviewing Marvel Studios' "least movie" movie, Avengers: Infinity War. Discussion topics: terrible CGI, useless high school newspapers, interesting wig choices, and how the Russo brothers squandered the Hulk.

Matthew's Rating: 95 

"If you could see your whole life from start to finish, would you change things?" Come join Matthew as he ponders free will, the meaning of life, time, and the illusion of control that we all believe we have.

Matthew's Rating: 98

¡No me gusta! ¡No me gusta! Today, we're reviewing the latest Disney Animation movie, Encanto, a movie that follows Maribel or Mirabel. We don't know which one it is. 

Isabella: 58
Matthew: 75

Wow, if I had a nickel for every time I was farted with my Zoom unmuted, I'd have two nickels, which isn't a lot, but it's weird that it happened twice, right? Today's movie is a spinoff of one of the best kid shows of all time, so, Isabella, I know what we're gonna do today.

There's the Rock! There's Alan Tudyk! And there's Troy Polamalu! And surprise, surprise, the best part of this movie is Jemaine Clement's Tamatoa. Today, Matthew reviews 2016's Moana and talks about his rewrite video process.

Matthew's Rating: 74

We freaking love fingerling potatoes. Come for the star-studded cast, stay for Meryl Streep and Jonah Hill playing the Trump family, and leave because Jennifer Lawrence's wig is quite... well, let's just say you don't wanna look up at that.

Isabella: 57
Matthew: 66

Citizens of the Valley of Peace, it is my great honor to present to you: Tigress! Viper! Crane! Monkey! Mantis! Tai Lung! The Seething Six! This is obviously from a leaked first draft of Kung Fu Panda, one of the greatest animated movies ever made! Matthew discusses the illusion of control, peaches, and of course, Jack Black's tenders.

Matthew's Rating: 98

Eat shirt, eat shirt, eat shirt. Definitely eat shirt. This movie has more twists than the small intestine, and Matthew breaks it all down. Not as much gushing this time — he does have some criticisms — but Knives Out is great! Also, he discusses the 2022 movie calendar and his thoughts on major upcoming movies and projects.

Matthew's Rating: 96

Every time someone asks Matthew what his favorite movie is, they're extremely lost when he says, "Short Term 12." Well, now there's no reason to be confused. Here's an episode of Matthew gushing over how good this movie is and why Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is such a huge disappointment.

Matthew's Rating: 100

Hawkeye is over, and so is Matthew's happiness. BUT... this time we actually have some criticisms about this show, so grab your eggnog and tune in!

Ep. 6:
Isabella: 77
Matthew: 82

Season:
Isabella: 86
Matthew: 85

You already know we love Hawkeye, so TLDR: Hailee Steinfeld is a national treasure, Clint Barton is our favorite, and [redacted, spoiler] is amazing.

Ep. 4:
Isabella: 97
Matthew: 88

Ep. 5:
Isabella: 94
Matthew: 89

This is a spoiler review of Spider-Man: No Way Home! Go watch it before you get it spoiled for you!!

Isabella: 91
Matthew: 76

It's only a matter of time... until Andrew Garfield is showered with awards for this Lin Manuel-Miranda-directed movie. Also, Netflix's Christmas darling Vanessa Hudgens is in this, too!

Isabella: 78
Matthew: 80

We take a pause on the reviews to create the definitive movie review rubric.

Isabella (all equal weight): LOL, Feeling the Feels, How Much Longer, Satisfying Ending, Acting, Personal Bias, Rewatchability, Visuals, Originality/Plot/Story, Better/Worse/Same as Expectations

Matthew: Story (30%), Direction (15%), Acting/Characters (15%), Plot (15%), Technical (10%), Entertainment (5%), Personal Bias (10%)

The first episode of the Tsai Five Podcast where it's just Matthew. Yeah, Hawkeye was that good that he wanted to talk about it himself.

Matthew: 94

Take four of Marvel Studios trying to make a good season of television! Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld give us hope that they can.

Ep. 1
Isabella: 77
Matthew: 81

Ep. 2
Isabella: 83
Matthew: 87

Black Adam, Deadpool, and Wonder Woman assemble to create your average Netflix flick. Also, lift with your neck.

Isabella: 50
Matthew: 65

Certain events in this movie make the PhotoShop posters on our Instagram seem really weird now... But who cares? We assemble some of Tsai Five Podcast's greatest guests in this Avengers-level episode as we talk about another superhero team that's not quite as cool: Eternals.

Isabella: 80
Andrea: 80
David: 70
Matthew: 71

Dune fans are rejoicing! Zendaya fans are mourning! Everyone else is staying tuned until 2023 when the second half of this movie is released! Here's our review of the latest Denis Villeneuve movie.

David: 86
Matthew: 81