Best Fangirl Fridays Podcasts (2024)

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41. COMIC-CON pt. 2 (w/amanda & amber) 1:15:55

6d ago1:15:55

1:15:55

PART TWO of the COMIC-CON episode! Amanda & Amber discuss being fangirls in a nerd environment, their chaotic first Comic-Con in 2013, meeting the Teen Wolf cast, their SDCC experiences over the years, Invader Con, and a chaotic fan experience they had with Netflix's ATLA. PART ONE: why they wanted to go to San Diego Comic-Con, Tumblr fandoms, Aman…

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#85 | Pop Culture STYLE influences through the ages 1:03:10

4d ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy books, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re discussing their pop culture style influences through the years — from Britney Spears, to Outlander, and Villanelle - it’s a nostalgic fashion ride. Plus they chat It Ends With Us, Taylor Swift,…

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FANGIRL VAULT: 5. DISNEY CHANNEL (w/amanda & amber) 37:47

11d ago37:47

37:47

FROM THE FANGIRL VAULT: We're on Black People Love Paramore Podcast talking HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL this week, so we've decided to re-release one of our very first eps: DISNEY CHANNEL! Originally released March 31, 2023. Our BPLP episode Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1560947474?i=1000664007043&at=1000lSDb Spotify: https://open.sp…

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#84 | Our Comic-Con 2024 Adventure 1:53:34

11d ago1:53:34

1:53:34

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 everything they did at Comic-Con 2024! We’re in for a giant story time episode. Plus they chat It Ends With Us, Taylor Swift, and more. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine…

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40. COMIC-CON pt. 1 (w/amanda & amber) 1:08:45

18d ago1:08:45

1:08:45

PART ONE of the COMIC-CON episode! Amanda & Amber discuss why they wanted to go to San Diego Comic-Con, the fandoms that led them there on Tumblr, and Amanda retells what it was like to be there during the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s beginnings. PART TWO: A&A's first Comic-Con, meeting the Teen Wolf cast, SDCC over the years EPISODES MENTIONED: ep …

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#83 | top 5 best and worst Marvel Movies (in the MCU) 1:25:25

18d ago1:25:25

1:25:25

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 top 5 best and worst Marvel movies of all time (in their opinions). Plus Baby Reindeer, Taylor Swift, and more. Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for mor…

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39. ONE DIRECTION pt. 2 (w/amanda & amber) 1:25:17

25d ago1:25:17

1:25:17

PART TWO of the One Direction episode! In the second half, Amanda & Amber discuss: why One Direction, capitalism & boy bands, being a black fangirl, a potential 1D reunion, parasocial relationships, and controversial topics like Larry shippers. Sincerely, get into it. listen to PART ONE for: 2011-2014 culture, neurodivergence in fandom, 5SOS, A & A…

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#82 | We're in love with MY LADY JANE (romantasy girlies rise) 1:31:29

25d ago1:31:29

1:31:29

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 show My Lady Jane and other books/tv that give the same vibes ! Plus they chat Taylor Swift, Baby Reindeer, Glenn Powell, A Family Affair, and more! Today in Fangirl Tea…

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38. ONE DIRECTION pt. 1 (w/amanda & amber) 1:30:20

1M ago1:30:20

1:30:20

Well, it’s come to this. After months of bringing up One Direction in every single episode, Amanda & Amber finally dive into the boy band that defined their generation. First, they lay the groundwork of 2011-2014 culture and discuss neurodivergence in fangirling. Then, they retell their 1D origin stories and talk what it was like to be there. Also …

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#81 | Ask us Anything : life in your 30s, regrets, dating, career, and more! 1:40:46

1M ago1:40:46

1:40:46

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 answering the questions you sent in via email and instagram ! Plus they chat Taylor Swift, Travis, Fourth Wing, Kesha, and more! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for m…

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#80 | Everything wrong (& right) with Bridgerton season 3! 1:40:00

1M ago1:40:00

1:40:00

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 breaking down everything wrong and right with season three of their favorite show Bridgerton! ! Plus they chat Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Travis, Emily Henry’s Happy Place, and more!…

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37. OBSESSION (w/rachel pegram) 1:22:57

2M ago1:22:57

1:22:57

3 BLACK FANGIRLS WALK INTO A BAR… Amanda & Amber are joined by multitalented multifandom writer & comedian Rachel Pegram to discuss the very nature of what causes obsession: the importance of long TV seasons, the addictive qualities of Degrassi, the heartbreak of Doctor Who. Also discussed: Drake/Kendrick beef, Sex and the City, fandom gatekeeping,…

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#79 | Reacting to Your Rom-Com Hottakes | Live from Lovesteria 42:27

2M ago42:27

42:27

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 reacting to all your ROM-COM hot takes! Plus they chat Taylor Swift, Gracie Abrams, and more! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life…

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#78 | our auto-buy romance authors! 57:36

2M ago57:36

57:36

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 about their favorite Romance Authors. Plus they chat Bridgerton, Taylor Swift, Perfect Match, and more! Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories abou…

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36. GLEE: RANKED & RAW (w/amanda & amber) 1:19:28

2M ago1:19:28

1:19:28

Amanda & Amber get crossfaded to talk Glee’s nuanced place in history, their Glee backstories, rank every Glee song that they can remember (biased), and then assign Glee cast members to One Direction. Also discussed: Justin Bieber, Spider-Man, Sherlock for some reason. HOSTS: Amanda Layne Miller http://instagram.com/amandalaynemiller Amber Miller h…

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#77 | WE'RE OBSESSED WITH BRIDGERTON 1:53:23

2M ago1:53:23

1:53:23

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. The ladies are talking all things BRIDGERTON today! From season 1 to the first half of season 3 and the differences between the book and the show by Shondaland with our patron Katie! Today in Fangirl Te…

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#76 | Attached At the Hip Book Club 1:36:05

2M ago1:36:05

1:36:05

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’re joined by Chloe Laverson to discuss Christine’s new survivor adventure rom com Attached At the Hip. Plus they chat Bridgerton, the Challengers, Taylor Swift, and more Today in Fangirl Tea …

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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

4M 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

4M ago51:12

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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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M ago44:20

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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

5M 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

5M 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

5M ago47:34

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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

6M 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

6M ago56:05

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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

6M ago2:02:09

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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

6M 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

6M 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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