Episode notes:

Life update: Aubrey's big move

Aubrey recounts her whirlwind move from Salt Lake to Madison, including stops in St. Louis and Kansas City

Multiple legs of travel: graduation events, Yellowstone, packing chaos

U-Haul issues, car towing logistics, and vacuum-sealed bags saved the day

One casualty: the grill flew off her Kia mid-drive--but all else survived

Settling in

The new apartment is mostly unpacked (minus a couch)

Aubrey and Hayden are adjusting well, and enjoying the Midwest summer

Hayden has started his new job, joining the "Beaker" team and diving into orientation

Movie talk: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Spoiler-free discussion with Peter and Aubrey both praising the film

Aubrey admits to missing the early films but loves the franchise's vibe

Peter shares thoughts on the evolution of the series, noting a tonal shift in this entry

Both appreciate the intense action, suspense, and signature Tom Cruise running scenes

Discussion of directing styles through the series--from De Palma to McQuarrie

Peter floats the idea that this film might be both the best and worst of the series

Looking Ahead

Aubrey plans to watch Mission Impossible 1--4 to complete her viewing experience

A follow-up episode on the early entries in the franchise is teased