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Co-hosts—and best friends—Jessica McDonald and Melanie Gable take a lively, conversational approach to exploring a new Disney history topic during each bi-weekly episode. With special guests from the Disney community and fandom, “Cartoons to Castles” aims to look at the history of one of the world’s greatest entertainment companies from a fresh, contemporary perspective. Not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company.
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Welcome to Balancing Act. We’re gathered here today to get through this thing called life! Kristen and Luke know we’re all out here doing our best to balance life, love, work, play, family, friends, downfalls, and dreams. Life is full of ups and downs, and adulting can be hard. Kristen and Luke are still here to get REAL from both the female and male perspective, from very different walks of life.. unfiltered and vulnerable. Like Dr. Seuss says, “Be sure when you step, step with care and gre ...
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Book Vs. Movie is the podcast that ponders the question: "Which was better...the book or the movie?" We spoil away the details, uncover the plot points, discuss casting choices and shower with praise (or pummel with snark) as we see fit. Hosts are Margo P. (She's Nacho Mama's Blog) and Margo D. (Creator of Brooklyn Fit Chick.com) and we are not afraid to tell it like it is!
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Episode 154. This week, Kristen is joined by the hilarious and unapologetically honest Jessica Michelle Singleton—a comedy powerhouse known for her high-energy and dark-and-dirty storytelling. Jessica opens up about everything from growing up in Alaska, her first stand-up set in college, and releasing her debut comedy special, Hi Y’all, dropping Ap…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 7 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Initiative, with special guest, Lindy! They discuss Special Agent JT the TA, the return of Spike, and whether or not Riley is a robot or time traveler. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube c…
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Book Vs. Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You The Taming of the Shrew & the 1999 Heath Ledger Film 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) is a modern adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, reimagining the story in a high school setting. In both works, the plot revolves around two sisters—one desirable and another perceived as problema…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 6 of Felicity, Oops...Noel Did It Again. They discuss Ben's decision, Noel imploding Felicity and Ben's relationship, and Elena's new roommate situation. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter a…
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Episode 153. The Valley Season 2 premieres on Bravo this Tuesday, April 15th, at 9PM EST! As we gear up for the premiere, check out Kristen and Brittany Cartwright’s candid response to the "Hot Mic" podcast which originally aired on “When Reality Hits". Note: We apologize for any awkward mic sounds during this episode. Unfortunately, the microphone…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 6 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Wild at Heart, with special guest, Hannah Shapiro. They discuss the end of Woz, freakin Veruca, and what in the copaganda is happening on Angel. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Fol…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 5 of Felicity, Boooz. They discuss why the group should NEVER throw parties, Javier and Noel's trip to AC and Lionel Richie! You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod. …
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Episode 152. This week, Kristen is joined by her bestie from high school Amy, as they catch up on life, love, and everything in between! They dive into some deep, real talks about the rollercoaster of becoming a parent - navigating the world of motherhood and hormonal changes, they unpack it all. They chat about everything from birth plans (music, …
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 5 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Beer Bad. Is it the worst episode ever? WHY ARE WE STILL DISCUSSING PARKER? Who is that new lady singer Oz was staring at? You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and …
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 4 of Felicity, Miss Conception, with special guest, Tom Palmer. They break down Felicity's pageant looks, the pregnancy scare, and whether or not Noel is qualified to be a guidance counselor. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new Y…
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Book Vs. Movie: The Asphalt Jungle The W.R. Burnett Novel & the 1950 John Huston Film W.R. Burnett’s 1949 novel The Asphalt Jungle is a compelling crime story that explores the minds, motivations, and downfalls of professional criminals. Set in a Midwestern city, it offers a multi-perspective narrative that vividly portrays the underworld. John Hus…
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Episode 151. Welcome to part 2 of Kirsten’s conversation with Dr. Noa Sterling, mom of three and board-certified ObGyn with a mission to transform the pregnancy and postpartum journey. Dr. Sterling is also the founder of Sterling Parents, the first membership designed to truly address the emotional and mental load of pregnancy. Dr. Sterling talks a…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 4 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Fear, Itself. They discuss Anya's adorable bunny costume, the fear demon, and Buffy in her depression era. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @sh…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 3 of Felicity, Your Money or Your Wife. They discuss Sean's money woes, Felicity and Ben getting back together ALREADY, and new character, Trevor. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Inst…
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Book Vs. Movie: Mamma Mia ABBA Gold Vs. Mamma Mia “Musicals in March!” Mamma Mia! is a jukebox musical that features the songs of ABBA, the Swedish pop group composed of Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, Agnetha Fältskog, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The musical was created by British playwright Catherine Johnson, with music by Andersson and Ulvaeus, and …
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Episode 150. This week, Kristen is joined by Dr. Noa Sterling, mom of three and board-certified ObGyn with a mission to transform the pregnancy and postpartum journey. Dr. Sterling is also the founder of Sterling Parents, the first membership designed to truly address the emotional and mental load of pregnancy. In this candid and emotional episode,…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 3 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Harsh Light of Day. They discuss the return of Spike and Harmony, the dirty d*ck Parker, and everyone's new ship - Lasagna! You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter…
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Book Vs. Movie: Billy Elliot The 2000 Film Vs the 2014 Musical Live “Musicals in March!” The Margos continue “Musicals in March” with the film & stage show of Billy Elliot. Both tell the inspiring story of a working-class boy in 1980s northern England who discovers a passion for ballet during the UK miners' strike, but they differ in tone and prese…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 2 of Felicity, My Best Friend's Wedding. They discuss the fallout of Felicity cheating, Sean and Meghan GETTING MARRIED, and the end of Elena and Tracy. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter an…
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Episode 149: This week, Kristen is joined by her bestie Brittany Cartwright! Brittany opens up about why she decided not to change her last name after marriage and shares all the exciting details about her podcast rebrand, When Reality Hits! They dive into the trailer for Season 2 of "The Valley," breaking down the scenes and discussing the moments…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 2 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Living Conditions. They discuss Buffy and Kathy's roommate woes to decide who is guilty, debate a possible new werewolf in town, and officially declare the Angel segment as "Cordy's Corner!" You can WATCH this…
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Book Vs. Movie: Gypsy The 1957 Memoir Vs. the 1962 Movie “Musicals in March!” The Margos celebrate another “Musicals in March” episode with Gypsy. Gypsy Rose Lee’s 1957 memoir tells her real-life story of growing up in vaudeville and burlesque under the domineering influence of her mother, Rose Hovick. It paints a detailed picture of her childhood …
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 1 of Felicity, The Declaration. They discuss Ben becoming a doctor, that Felicity and Noel kiss, and debate whether or not Felicity's dad is right. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Ins…
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Episode 148. In Part 2 of Kristen's chat with Mercedes "MJ" Javid, she gets real about her IVF journey, her pregnancy experience, and the unexpected events that led to her bed rest before her due date. MJ shares how maintaining a positive mindset played a crucial role throughout the process. The two dive into their future family plans, with MJ offe…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 4 Episode 1 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Freshman. They discuss everyones' glow-ups, the lack of Cordy, and of course get into Angel S1E1 during the Creeper Corner segment. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on…
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Book Vs. Movie: Wicked The 2004 Musical Vs. the 2024 Movie "Musicals in March" The "Wicked" movie is based on Gregory Maguire’s novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West; the book (for the play) was written by Winnie Holzman, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The show had its initial tryout in San Francisco in 2003 b…
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Episode 147: This week, Kristen is joined by Mercedes "MJ" Javid, star of Bravo's Shahs of Sunset, The Traitors Season 2, and Realtor at The Agency. Kristen dives into MJ’s experience of filming Shahs shortly after the birth of her son, Shams. MJ shares what it was like juggling motherhood and filming, offering Kristen some valuable tips on what to…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they wrap up Season 3 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They talk through their character rankings, favorite and least favorite episodes, and make some predictions for Season 4! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod. Email us at [email protected] Visit our websit…
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Book Vs. Movie: The Piano Lesson The 1987 August Wilson Play Vs. the 2024 Netflix AdaptationAugust Wilson's *The Piano Lesson*, first staged in 1987 and winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1990, centers on siblings Berniece and Boy Willie as they clash over a family heirloom—the intricately carved piano symbolizing their ancestors' struggles. S…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they wrap up Season 3 of Felicity. They talk through their character rankings, favorite and least favorite episodes, and make some predictions for Season 4! You can WATCH this podcast on our YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod. Email us at sh…
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Episode 146. This week, Kristen is joined by Rebecca Fox Starr: author, writer, wife, mother and founder of “Mommy, Ever After.” Rebecca started her blog in 2010 after the birth of her daughter, when she realized that no one was speaking honestly about the difficulties, fears, boredom, loneliness and mixed-emotions that come along with all of the h…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 3 Episodes 21+22 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Graduation Day Parts 1+2. They discuss that horrific Cordy/Wesley kiss, Angel's departure, and that badass final fight scene. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twit…
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Book Vs. Movie: The Hate U Give The 2017 Book by Angie Thomas & the 2018 Film The Hate U Give, written by Angie Thomas and adapted into a 2018 film directed by George Tillman Jr., presents a powerful narrative about race, identity, and activism. While the book and the movie follow the same core story—Starr Carter witnessing the police shooting of h…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 17 of Felicity, The Last Summer Ever. They discuss this lackluster finale including Meghan and Sean's summer plans and Felicity and Ben's inevitable separation. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Tw…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 20 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Prom. They debate who has the best prom look, the end of Bangel, and that umbrella! You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod. Email us…
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Episode 145. This week, Kristen is switching things up and stepping into the hot seat with none other than Maggie Lawson—actress, dog mom, and podcast host. They’re chatting all about her personal "me time" routine. Maggie and Kristen also dive deep into the art of communication—because let’s face it, stressing over text reply times is a total trap…
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Episode 144. Kristen is joined by Zack Wickham for a fun and candid chat! Kristen kicks things off with an update on how her workouts are going and shares their her and Luke's top Baby Moon destinations! (Also, can you facetune a passport photo?) Zack dives into his experiences attending live tapings of sitcoms, sharing behind-the-scenes stories. T…
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Book Vs. Movie: The Warriors Special Interview With Screenwriter & Author Rob Ryder Plus, a Replay of our 2020 ep! The Margos revisit a special episode dedicated to the cult classic film *The Warriors*, based on Sol Yurick's book. Directed by Walter Hill and released in 1979, the movie was a hit but faced backlash due to real-life gang violence, le…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 16 of Felicity, It's Raining Me, with special guest, Lindy (@tvlindy). They discuss the best karaoke songs, how much Javier asks of Felicity, and the Ben vs Noel of it all. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Fol…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 19 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Choices. They talk about Mayor's party box, the inevitable end of Bangel, and why Cordy is now a poor. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit9…
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Book Vs. Movie: Girls Just Want to Have Fun The Cyndi Lauper Hit Vs. the Sarah Jessica Parker Movie The 1985 film *Girls Just Want to Have Fun* is a beloved teen dance comedy inspired by Cyndi Lauper’s iconic song. The story follows Janey Glenn (Sarah Jessica Parker), a dance-loving teen who moves to Chicago with her strict military father. Encoura…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 15 of Felicity, Senioritis, with special guest, Todd the Librarian (@LibrarianTodd). They discuss Ben's EGREGIOUS bagel mistake, Noel's ulterior motives, and ANOTHER Sean and Meghan fight. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouT…
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Episode 143. Kristen and Luke are back this week answering all your burning questions! From how they’re feeling about the baby’s appearance on The Valley to their thoughts on this season of Traitors Season 3. Have they decided on a baby name? Is Kristen nervous about labor (or is she keeping it cool)? When is the little one due? What’s helped Krist…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 18 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Earshot, with special guest, AJ Mass (@ajmass.bsky.social). They divulge what they'd do with mind-reading powers, discuss the delay in the original airing of the episode, and Willow's new interest in basketba…
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Book Vs. Movie: Meet John Doe The 1922 Short Story Vs. the 1941 Film Frank Capra’s 1941 film *Meet John Doe* is often described as “based on a story by Richard Connell and Robert Presnell.” Unlike Connell’s famous short story, “The Most Dangerous Game,” the source material for *Meet John Doe* was based on a short story, “A Reputation,” which appear…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 14 of Felicity, The Break-Up Kit. They break down the fall of Ben Fucking Covington, what they'd want in a break-up kit, and Sean and Meghan's latest tiff. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter…
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Join Jessica Sterling (@thejesssterling) and Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) as they discuss the 1999 film, Simply Irresistible. They discuss magical crabs, what the horniest food is, and give justice to the magical Mr. Crabs. You can WATCH this podcast on our brand new YouTube channel! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod. Email us at…
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Episode 142. In this heartfelt solo episode, Kristen dives into the aftermath of one of the most destructive fires in California history. She reflects on her deep love and pride for the city of Los Angeles, and how she’s channeling her emotions into action. James Mae, as well as many other wonderful brands are coming together for an LA Wildfire Don…
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Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 3 Episode 17 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Enemies. They debate whether they want to see Angelus return, admit whether or not they were hoodwinked, and discuss who is a better daddy between Daddy Vamps and The Mayor. You can WATCH this podcast on our …
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Book Vs. Movie: The Odd Couple The 1965 Play Vs. the 1968 Film The Margos are feeling very neighborly in Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple, which began as a stage play, premiering on Broadway in 1965, and it quickly became one of Simon’s most famous works. The 1968 film adaptation, directed by Gene Saks and starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, brough…
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