Best Fangirl Fridays Podcasts (2024)

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35. timothée chalamet & gender envy (w/rachel kaly) 1:04:10

2h ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Amanda & Amber are joined by comedian, writer, podcaster Rachel Kaly about her Timothée Chalamet obsession: gender envy, Rachel’s Timmy (twink) to Justin Bieber (lesbian) gender spectrum, & how she met him. Also discussed: Austin Butler in Dune, Zendaya in Dune, Sex and the City, & MORE. (note: this was recorded pre-Challengers came out) Follow Rac…

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#75 | We're so loyal to these actors we'll watch anything they're in 🍿 1:08:38

2h ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today we're talking the actors who will get our @sses into those theater seats! We'll even watch their weird indie films! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about the…

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34. superstardom (w/hayden johnson & jordan jones) 1:27:46

1d ago1:27:46

1:27:46

Amanda & Amber are joined by friends and performers Hayden Johnson & Jordan Jones to discuss SUPERSTARDOM: what makes a star, our favorite media that depicts the road to stardom, making yourself smaller for fake friends, and the dehumanization of being put on a pedestal while being black & excellent. Also discussed: Zendaya, The Greatest Showman, C…

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#74 | books we want to be re-adapted asap! 1:17:35

5h ago1:17:35

1:17:35

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing books that need to be adapted and/or re-adapted to film and tv asap. Plus their review of the Fall Guy, Funny Story, and more. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Nata…

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Chapter Chat | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 54 & 55 33:10

2d ago33:10

33:10

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 54-55 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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33. CHALLENGERS (w/amanda & amber) 51:34

1h ago51:34

51:34

BONUS EP this week so Amanda & Amber can talk about CHALLENGERS for an hour: Zendaya, bisexuality, the throuple, Zendaya, black girl magic/the superwoman effect vs. white boy privilege, the beauty of cinema, and Zendaya. (1st 10 minutes-ish is intro and then we get into Challengers for the rest of the ep!) HOSTS: Amanda Layne Miller http://instagra…

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#73 | is FALLOUT the best new show of 2024? 1:28:11

7d ago1:28:11

1:28:11

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing season 1 of the new Fallout tv show on prime with special guest, Natasha’s brother Alex, a huge fan of the fallout video games franchise. Plus we chat the new movie Argyle, The …

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Chapter Chat | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 51-53 38:15

2h ago38:15

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This week we're reading and discussing chapters 51-53 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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32. avatar's fangirls: live action, tiktok, & ATLA rewatch #1 (w/amanda & amber) 56:05

28d ago56:05

56:05

It’s the beginning of the AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER rewatch series! Amanda & Amber discuss spoiler culture, the ATLA live action, & some TikTok controversy before they get into The Boy in the Iceberg & The Avatar Returns from the original ATLA: genius Gaang character setup, crying over intertwined destinies, Zukka headcanons, meeting Jack DeSena &…

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#72 | Decoding The Tortured Poets Department - Part 2 2:07:12

30d ago2:07:12

2:07:12

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re continuing their deep dive into Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album The Tortured Poet’s Department Anthology. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about thei…

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#71 | Decoding The Tortured Poets Department - Part 1 1:47:19

1M ago1:47:19

1:47:19

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re beginning their deep dive into Taylor Swift's 11th studio album The Tortured Poet’s Department Anthology. Plus they chat the Turtles All the Way Down movie, Fall Out, Late Night with the D…

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Chapter Chat | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 46-50 51:12

1M ago51:12

51:12

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 46-50 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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31. gender & fanfiction (w/LBJ's sunny zimmerman & caitlan moore) 1:24:35

17d ago1:24:35

1:24:35

Amanda & Amber are joined by friends Caitlan Moore & Sunny Zimmerman to talk fanfiction, exploring gender & sexuality through fictional characters, & reality TV… all subjects related to LBJ The Play, directed by Caitlan & written/starring Sunny as President Lyndon B. Johnson. SEE LBJ THE PLAY in the NETFLIX IS A JOKE FESTIVAL May 3rd @ 7pm @ Dynast…

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#70 | The Fangirl Fantasy Reading Syllabus 1:46:24

1M ago1:46:24

1:46:24

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re proposing their fantasy English course reading list — if they ever got the chance to teach one. Big thanks to patron Sam for inspiring this topic and supporting the show! Plus they chat Th…

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Chapter Chat | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 44-45 47:20

1M ago47:20

47:20

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 44-45 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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#69 | Millennials v Gen Z - evolving emojis, the gens that came before us, & what comes next 2:02:08

2M ago2:02:08

2:02:08

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re chatting Millennial and Gen Z culture as compared to the generations that came before us and the ones that will come after and the evolution of emoji usage through the last decade with spe…

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Chapter Chat | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 41-43 35:38

2M ago35:38

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This week we're reading and discussing chapters 41-43 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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30. movie musicals & anti-cringe culture (w/zay dante) 1:38:21

1M ago1:38:21

1:38:21

Amanda and Amber are joined by friend, comedian, and actor Zay Dante to talk movies, musicals, and movie musicals. Also discussed: Madame Web, Austin Butler, theater kids, anti-cringe, & our society’s discomfort with earnestness. Follow Zay: http://tiktok.com/@zayydante http://instagram.com/zaydante HOSTS: Amanda Layne Miller http://instagram.com/a…

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#68 | Books from the 2010's you probably forgot existed 1:19:16

2M ago1:19:16

1:19:16

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy book, tv, movies, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re digging up the books we read in the late 2000’s / early 2010’s that we kind of forgot existed. The ones that feel vaguely like a fever dream looking back. Big thanks to patron Emily L for sugges…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 37-40 49:14

2M ago49:14

49:14

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 37-40 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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29. the muppets & cultural commentary (w/danika lyle) 1:22:53

2M ago1:22:53

1:22:53

Amanda & Amber are joined by their friend, writer and comedian Danika Lyle, to talk all about THE MUPPETS as comedians, cultural commentators, real celebrities, and true artists. Also discussed: trying to impress fanboys, YouTube sketch groups, and making art just to hang out. Follow Danika on instagram: @danika.lyle HOSTS: Amanda (@amandalaynemill…

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#67 | Did live action Avatar The Last Airbender live up to the cartoon? 1:53:07

2M ago1:53:07

1:53:07

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today we’re deep diving into Avatar the Last Airbender with special guest, our social media manager - Chloe! Plus they chat Twilight, Kate Middleton, Taylor Swift, Love is Blind, Deal or No Deal Island,…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 31-36 44:43

2M ago44:43

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This week we're reading and discussing chapters 31-36 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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#66 | Plus Size Rep in Publishing with Julie Murphy 1:49:38

3M ago1:49:38

1:49:38

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they have special guest — JULIE MURPHY, the #1 NYT best author of Dumplin, Side Effects May Vary, Puddin and more — and they’re digging a big topic today: plus size representation & body positivit…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 25-30 44:20

3M ago44:20

44:20

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 25-30 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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28. fangirl history & fan studies (w/allegra rosenberg) 1:55:07

3M ago1:55:07

1:55:07

Professional fangirl and writer Allegra Rosenberg joins Amanda & Amber for an academic conversation where they truly intellectualize fandom. They talk Tumblr, the origins of shipping/fanfic/fan vidding, finding fandom community, media vs. band fandom, and the book Allegra is currently writing on fandom history in the last 200 years FANDOM FOREVER (…

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#65 | FRANKENSTEIN-ING OUR PERFECT BOOK BOYFRIENDS 1:43:05

3M ago1:43:05

1:43:05

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they have special guest — social media manager Chloè they’re frankensteining their favorite book boyfriends to create their ideal fictional match. Plus they chat The Tortured Poets Department, Mar…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow Ch: 19-25 47:34

3M ago47:34

47:34

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 19-25 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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#64 | Comfort Movies & Shows to get you through your Anxious Era 1:26:43

3M ago1:26:43

1:26:43

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re talking comfort movies, and comfort shows that give the cozy vibes you need to get through your sad/dark times. Plus they chat the Omegaverse, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Beef Season 2, …

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow: Ch 11-18 56:05

3M ago56:05

56:05

This week we're reading and discussing chapters 11-18 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING…

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27. AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER (w/amanda & amber) 2:02:09

3M ago2:02:09

2:02:09

Ahead of watching its latest live action adaptation, Amanda and Amber attempt to cover the entirety of their shared favorite show, the greatest show of all time: AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER. Is Aang nonbinary? Can the sisters get through a season without sobbing? Is Zuko the hottest animated character ever? Yes. They tackle spirituality, which chara…

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#63 | 30 Things We Learned In 30 Years 2:19:20

3M ago2:19:20

2:19:20

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today, in honor of Natasha’s up coming birthday, they’re chatting 30 things they learned before turning 30! Plus they chat Wicked, Taylor Swift, Fantastic Four, the Bolter, Madam Web, and more. If you w…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow: Ch 6-10 40:00

3M ago40:00

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This week we're reading and discussing chapters 6-10 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING …

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#62 | Fangirl Razzies: Worst Movies of 2023 1:32:24

4M ago1:32:24

1:32:24

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re hosting their second annual razzies: discussing the worst movies of 2023! Plus they chat Taylor Swift’s track list for The Tortured Poets Department, Henry Cavil’s latest movie and more. T…

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CHAPTER CHAT | House of Flame and Shadow: Ch 1-5 48:01

4M ago48:01

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This week we're reading and discussing chapters 1-5 of Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadows by Sarah J Maas! Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be reading or re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. Join those F%#KING F…

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#61 | The 2nd Annual Fangirl Academy Awards! 1:36:59

4M ago1:36:59

1:36:59

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in books, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re hosting their second annual Fangirl Oscars: discussing the best movies of 2023! Plus they chat Taylor Swift’s new album The Tortured Poets Department, House of Flame and Shadow, Bridgerton se…

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CHAPTER CHAT | A Court of Thorns and Roses: Ch 36-46 1:08:26

4M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Reading and discussing chapters 36-46 of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas. This is the last part Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. They have pulled their re-read of A C…

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#60 | Ranking and Discussing Our Favorite Colleen Hoover Novels 1:50:20

4M ago1:50:20

1:50:20

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing Colleen Hoover's books - the ones that made an impact, the ones that trigged them and the ones that are their FAVES! Whether you love or dislike Colleen's books, you'll love thi…

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CHAPTER CHAT | A Court of Thorns and Roses: Ch 26-35 56:12

4M ago56:12

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Reading and discussing chapters 26-35 of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas. This part 3 of 4. Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. They have pulled their re-read of A Court…

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#59 | The Evolution of Reading Through Social Media 1:46:11

4M ago1:46:11

1:46:11

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re talking digging into a huge topic: the evolution of reading through the lens of social media. Plus they chat Taylor Swift, The White Lotus, and more. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Christine a…

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CHAPTER CHAT | A Court of Thorns and Roses: Ch 14-25 1:11:08

4M ago1:11:08

1:11:08

Reading and discussing chapters 14-25 of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas. This is part 2 of 4. Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. They have pulled their re-read of A Co…

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#58 | Our Must Watch Teen Movies 1:51:44

4M ago1:51:44

1:51:44

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re talking favorite teen movies - Mean Girls, Clueless, Easy A, The Princess Diaries, Grease - all the classics. Plus they chat Daredevil, Taylor Swift, the The Bear, Killers of The Flower Mo…

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CHAPTER CHAT | A Court of Thorns and Roses: Ch 1-13 1:19:33

5M ago1:19:33

1:19:33

Welcome to CHAPTER CHAT! Natasha and Christine are debuting a whole new show releasing weekly on Thursdays where they will be re-reading and having in-depth discussions about some of their favorite books. They have pulled their re-read of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas i.e. ACOTAR from last year to release in 4 Parts. Welcome to Part 1…

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#57 | HOW MUCH REALLY CHANGES IN 10 YEARS? 2014 vs 2024 1:43:44

5M ago1:43:44

1:43:44

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re looking back on 2014 as compared to 2024, in terms of pop culture and their personal journeys with mental health, goals, dreams, aspirations, lessons, and more. Plus they chat Taylor Swift…

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26. BARBIE (w/amanda & amber) 1:39:01

5M ago1:39:01

1:39:01

BARBIE EPISODE! Amanda and Amber rewatched the unhinged Barbie animated movies they grew up watching (Princess and the Pauper, Rapunzel, etc.) and analyzed how Barbie movies idealize white femininity, and how the Barbie THEY know differentiates from BARBIE (2023). if you haven’t seen any of the Barbie animated movies here’s a brief recap to get the…

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#56 | 23 Moments that Made Our 2023 2:24:56

5M ago2:24:56

2:24:56

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing their year, going through their top 23 most memorable moments of 2023 — AND the episodes of the pod y’all rated as Top Those Forking Girls Ten of the year! Plus they chat today …

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#55 | The Friendmas Holiday Special! 1:08:23

6M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing Taylor Swifts’ big moment as Time’s person of the year, and celebrating FRIENDMAS with a fun gift exchange! Plus they chat Iron Flame, Squid Game the Challenge, The Wishing Game…

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25. fangirl fatigue, gender, & white boys (w/amanda & amber) 1:25:14

6M ago1:25:14

1:25:14

Amanda & Amber get into getting queerbaited by Marvel, craving the desire of white men, toxicity vs. nuance in fandom, and their experiences with Fangirl Fatigue. Also discussed: Doctor Who 60th, celeb sightings, gender in Our Flag Means Death, Justin Bieber stomping. HOSTS: Amanda (@amandalaynemiller) + Amber Miller (@amberlmiller) PATREON: http:/…

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#54 | MARVEL HOTTAKES feat. TAYA MILLER 1:37:52

6M ago1:37:52

1:37:52

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing all things Marvel with special guest Taya Miller!!! Women in the marvel universe, the perfect spiderman, the Disney plus shows, and more! Plus, as always, Taylor Swift Updates! …

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#53 | Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes + Best TV of 2023! 1:49:34

6M ago1:49:34

1:49:34

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing the new Hunger Games movie the Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and they’re counting down their TOP 10 TV SHOWS of 2023. Plus Taylor Swift updates, Disneyland news, Across the Spide…

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