Best Molly Keran Podcasts (2024)

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The ABCs (and DEFGHs) of Bridgerton 59:06

2+ y ago59:06

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(TW: In this episode, we discuss rape and racist violence, specifically in reference to a scene from season 1 of Bridgerton.) Molly, Emma, and special guest Becky talk Bridgerton. In this episode, we’re considering the adaptation process, and what was lost and gained when the story went from the bookshelf to the Netflix watchlist. Also of interest:…

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An epilogue 21:17

2+ y ago21:17

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Emma and Molly get you up to speed on what happened between Nicole and her final suitor after the show stopped filming. We talk breakups, lemon cake, friendship via gifs, UnREAL, the Bachelorverse, and the future of this podcast.Find us on Twitter at @truthsunipod @chingonacademic @mjkeran. Also consider checking out Molly's new podcast, Let the Bo…

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Keeping it Regency 1:38:26

2+ y ago1:38:26

1:38:26

The end has come, and Molly and Emma are here to discuss the final episode of The Courtship and Nicole's choice of suitor. Also of interest: confusing bartending, sidewalk PDA, our favorite suitor plans a superior date, what it means when you describe someone as the missing piece to your puzzle, tandem horse riding, the scavenger hunt that should'v…

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A sticky situation 1:27:47

2+ y ago1:27:47

1:27:47

Molly and Emma discuss episode 11 of The Courtship and make their final predictions for the suitor who will ultimately win Nicole's heart. In this episode, one suitor proves himself a true Wickham while another pulls a Mr. Darcy move for the ages. Also of interest: 19th century estate management and the romanticization thereof, the dying gasps of t…

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Cheeky chaps and noncommittal cads 1:30:43

2+ y ago1:30:43

1:30:43

In this episode of Truths Universally Acknowledged, Molly admits she was wrong about one of the suitors, and Emma discusses the history of pleasure gardens, fortunetelling, and the criminalization of the Romani people and cultural practices in 19th century England. Also of interest: British agricultural law, the Mr. Wickham hiding in plain sight, t…

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#vanlife 1:42:58

2+ y ago1:42:58

1:42:58

Emma and Molly discuss episode 9 of The Courtship. In this episode, we investigate who is the show’s Wickham and who is the Mr. Darcy—but our conclusions may surprise you! Also of interest: Austen’s five other novels, male body image, weightlifting safety concerns, the curative properties (and disgusting taste) of the water in Bath, facing your fea…

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Poor kitty 1:52:20

2+ y ago1:52:20

1:52:20

Emma and Molly talk ... and talk ... and talk about last week's episode of The Courtship. In this episode, two favorites go home, one favorite comes out, and a grown man pretends to be a cat, so you know things are starting to get serious. Also of interest: current rankings, reality vs. fiction, the etiquette of toasts, a defense of commitment issu…

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Let them eat cake 1:18:20

2+ y ago1:18:20

1:18:20

This week, Emma and Molly don't really give the newest suitor on The Courtship a chance. In this episode, we discuss masquerades (both historical and fictional), wonder how many men are too many men, and talk about how much we love lemon cake. Also of interest: 18th century racism, questionable Shakespeare, romance novel recommendations, the Great …

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Bacchanal, boys, bacchanal 1:26:22

2+ y ago1:26:22

1:26:22

This week, Emma and Molly discuss the bacchanal (or, as the suitors would have it, BACCHANAL!) that took place on episode 6 of The Courtship. In this episode, we discuss s-e-x and wonder why it has to be such a big deal all the time. Other topics of interest: the weirdness of fantasy suites, the conservatism of some romance conventions, Miss Remy's…

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We need to talk about Dandy B 1:16:01

2+ y ago1:16:01

1:16:01

This week, Emma and Molly discuss episode 5 of The Courtship, which is now on USA instead of NBC. In this episode, we discuss toxic masculinity, bare chests, and whether some of these suitors really think they’re in the Regency. Other topics of interest: dandy culture, the brother’s best friend trope, apple archery, Emma’s ongoing battle with climb…

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My little sausages need to be freed 1:20:01

2+ y ago1:20:01

1:20:01

This week, Emma's on a camping trip, so Molly and special guest Becky Hixon discuss episode 4 of The Courtship! In this episode, we get angry at one suitor, pile love on another, and beg one more to PLEASE STOP SINGING. Plus: Becky tells Molly about her research on the practice of so-called "raceblind" or "colorblind" casting of classic and histori…

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Screwin' it and doin' it 1:17:55

2+ y ago1:17:55

1:17:55

Emma and Molly recap this week's episode of NBC's new reality dating show, The Courtship! In this episode, we lament the fall of a himbo, gloss over the rules of cricket, and shed a few tears over one suitor's departure. Other topics of interest: tragic backstories, Colin Bridgerton, Frankenstein-based dating, Romantic poetry, the unbearable whiten…

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Just give me my roast beef 1:14:20

2+ y ago1:14:20

1:14:20

Emma and Molly tackle episode two of NBC's new reality dating show, The Courtship! In this episode, we enjoy a Mr. Darcy-inspired dunk in the lake, discuss the ethics of televised trauma, and say goodbye to two more suitors. Other topics of interest: Regency fashion, controversial cleavage, romance novel funny business, himbos, machismo, and The Ba…

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The whole 2-1 2-1 spinnerooksi 1:30:42

2+ y ago1:30:42

1:30:42

Emma and Molly talk Episode 1 of The Courtship! We meet Miss Nicole Rémy, her Court, and her sixteen suitors, whose names Molly repeatedly stumbles over because she can’t read her own handwriting. Other topics of interest: Austenland, the Bridgerton boom, romantic narrative structures, the horror of dating apps, The Bachelor(ette)'s racism problem,…

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Trailer 0:44

2+ y ago0:44

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Introducing Truths Universally Acknowledged: A Courtship Recap Podcast! Each Wednesday, join Emma and Molly as they discuss NBC's new reality dating show, The Courtship, bringing their expertise in Popular Romance and 19th Century Studies to analyze and laugh about each week's regency-inspired drama.…

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Parallel Universes: Ross Perot 2016 Election Campaign 57:49

5+ y ago57:49

57:49

Molly and Alice talk about alternate dimensions and time travel, again, because they're basically the same thing right? It's a wonderful life, Lucifer, Fringe, Castle Rock, Russian Doll, Fanfiction, About Time, 2016 election, Zero Escape Game, Edge of Tomorrow, Avenger's Endgame (spoilers), Star Trek Evilverse…

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LGBT Representation 2: Representation On A Week Long Vacation 49:02

5+ y ago49:02

49:02

Molly and Alice talk representation for pride month. Molly should fill this in with what we talked about!By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Dynamic Duos : Like Two Houses On Fire 55:21

5+ y ago55:21

55:21

Molly and Alice talk those irresistibly smooth friends that go together like peanut butter and jelly, or peanut butter and bananas, or peanut butter and nuttella, or peanut butter and bread, those dynamic duos. 21 Jump Street, Starsky and Hutch, Room of One's Own, Elementary, Brooklyn 99, Scrubs, Psych, Lion King, Lilo and Stitch, Left Hand of Dark…

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Pregnancy: I'm Podcasting For Two 1:03:29

5+ y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

Molly and Alice discuss the way that pregnancy is used as a plot device and America's woefully inadequate school system. The Mindy Project, F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Parks And Rec (spoilers for the final season), The Nanny, Harry Potter (briefly), Game of Thrones (not so much), Bojack Horseman, Please Like Me.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Battles: Mostly Just Game Of Thrones, Sorry 1:00:38

5+ y ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Molly and Alice talk big old armies running into each other, mostly as an excuse to talk about Game of Thrones. Game of Thrones (spoilers for the episode The Long Night), Battle of Helm's Deep, Avengers Endgame (no spoilers), Arkham Asylum, Final Fantasy 11, Stanley ParableBy Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Clones: Two Heads Consisting Of One Good, One Evil, Is Better Than One 1:04:12

5+ y ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Molly, Alice, and Becky (guest starring) talk about what a relief none of them are clones that have replaced the original, stealing their lives for themselves. The Vampire Diaries, Orphan Black, Johnny Depp (for no reason), Never Let Me Go, Avatar (Blue Alien Version), Dollhouse, The Prestige, twins (broadly), The Comedy of Errors, Brunelleschi's P…

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Game Of Thrones Prediction Episode: Full Wolves, Clear Skies, Can't Lose 1:07:04

5+ y ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Molly and Alice talk about what they think might happen, what would be most satisfying, and what would make the most thematic sense of the last season of Game of Thrones.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Sickness and Illness: It's All About The Nose Feel 54:44

5+ y ago54:44

54:44

Molly and Alice discuss illness in the pandemic and the personal sense. The Plague by Camus, Black Death, HIV/Aids, Oryx and Crake (ending spoilers), discussion of sexual assault, The Neanderthal Parallax (spoilers), The Fault In Our Stars (Movie), Moulin Rogue, A Walk To Remember, Little Women, Uncle Tom's Cabin, tuberculosis, Pride and Prejudice,…

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Harry Potter: Our Nation Turns Its Lonely Eyes To You 1:12:25

5+ y ago1:12:25

1:12:25

Molly and Alice walk through Molly's vacation to The Wonderful Wizarding World of Harry Potter : In Florida. We talk about Molly's visit to the theme park until around 36:30, at which point we move on to the perennial appeal of Harry Potter. Harry Potter (unsurprisingly) and a minor spoiler for Middlemarch at the end.…

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Deals With The Devil: Use the coupon code STORYGUTS for 10% off your first deal! 48:06

5+ y ago48:06

48:06

Molly and Alice discuss what they would absolutely sell their souls for, the results surprising absolutely no one. Game of Thrones, Dr. Faustus, Supernatural, The Good Place (season 1 spoilers), Lucifer, Hercules, The Simpsons, Daniel Faust novels (spoiler for book 1), Hercules (aka Jerkules), The Devil and Daniel Webster.…

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Humans Becoming Animals: The Unforgivable Crimes of Eddie McDowd 58:13

5+ y ago58:13

58:13

Molly and Alice talk humans turning into animals, whether punitively or voluntarily. And, when we get down to it, aren't humans the real animals? Princess and the Frog, Hocus Pocus, 100 Deeds of Eddie McDowd, Sabrina The Teenage Witch, Harry Potter, The Metamorphosis, The Lobster, Animorphs, Game of Thrones, Terry Pratchett, Being John Malkovitch (…

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Dragons: The Life Changing Magic Of Jealously Guarding Your Hoard 57:22

5+ y ago57:22

57:22

Molly and Alice talk about dragons, and the people who were really, really love them dragons. Lord of the Rings, Temeraire, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Discworld, Harry Turtledove, Dragon Age, Skyrim (barely)By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Game of Thrones: Just The Thrones, Ma'am 1:16:28

6y ago1:16:28

1:16:28

Molly and Alice do a purely Game of Thrones-centered episode to wrap up 2018 since we're just so tired guys. We're so tired. Spoilers for the book and the show and speculation on the next season abound. Who will rule the north? Has Daenerys learned literally anything? Is the real Game of Thrones finding food in a chilly post-apocalypse?…

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Greek Myths: Pomegranates-Centered Gig Economy 53:53

6y ago53:53

53:53

Molly and Alice bite off absolutely more than they can chew by trying to tackle Greek myths as a whole. Hades and Persephone, (cw: brief mention of suicide) Wristcutters, A Love Story, Twilight, Hercules, Hadestown, Orpheus and Eurydice, Hilda Dolittle's Eurydice, Theseus and the Minotaur, brief mention of rape in myth, Hades (computer game), Atala…

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Murderous Mothers: Tyler Perry's Medea 58:10

6y ago58:10

58:10

Molly and Alice talk about the spate of murderous mothers in fiction. Heavy content warnings for abuse and violence against children throughout this episode. The Haunting of Hill House (Netflix), corporeal punishment, (cw: death and sexual assault) Twin Peaks, (cw: real world instances of infanticide) Casey Anthony, God of War, Medea, We Need To Ta…

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Love Triangles: It's Her You Want 1:03:03

6y ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Molly and Alice talk about love triangles, and honestly, they're a lot less fun in person than in fiction. Shakespeare, Pride and Prejudice, North and South, Hunger Games (spoilers), Arthurian Legend, A Love So Beautiful, Daniel Deronda, Wynonna Earp, Legend of Korra, Bachelorette, Game of Thrones, The Raven Boys.…

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Ghosts: Reluctantly We Must Avoid The Topic of Danny Phantom 1:03:46

6y ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Molly and Alice asks the deep questions about ghosts. What are they? What do they want from us? What do they taste like? Salt and Straw Ice Cream Flavors, What Are Ghosts? We Just Don't Know. Harry Potter, The Babadook, The Others, The Haunting of Hill House (Netflix), The Haunting of Hill House (Book), Casper The Friendly Ghost, Shutter (Thai), Th…

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Faeries : The Tina Fey Folk 1:01:03

6y ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Molly and Alice talk about the fey folk and their charming tendency to spirit people away for a hundred years into their dark realm. Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrel, Rumpelstiltskin, Cottingley Fairies, Lords and Ladies, Ash / Huntress, Labyrinth (briefly), Final Fantasy Tactics Advance, Deathless (briefly), Maleficient…

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Urban Fantasy: Working Public Transportation, Am I Right? Folks, 1:06:06

6y ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Molly and Alice talk about what defines Urban Fantasy and wonder why it hasn't quite broken into mainstream television. Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them (but barely), Streets of London, Daniel Faust series, Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norell, Neverwhere, Sleepy Hollow, London Falling (spoilers), Dresden Files, A Darker Shade of Magic, iZombie (…

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High School: A Modest Promposal 1:04:00

6y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Molly and Alice discuss their high school experiences and how hard it is to remember why everything seemed so important after the fact. Hogwarts, Animorphs, Riverdale, The Raven Cycle, and American VandalBy Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Time Travel: Once More, Without The Grandmothers 1:01:27

6y ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Molly and Alice talk the difference between time travel, alternate history, a Big scenario, and a Groundhog Day scenario. Harry Potter, About Time, Groundhog Day, Inglorious Basterds (spoilers), Broken Earth (spoilers, again, sorry), Julius Caesar, Version Control, Looper, Harry Potter And The Cursed Child (spoilers), Doctor Who, Puella Magi Madoka…

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Fan Fiction: The Oddly Specific Podcasting AU 1:04:34

6y ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Molly and Alice are joined by special guest and renowned Shakespeare scholar Becky Hixon to talk about the noble art of writing fan fiction. No specific workds discussed, but we sure do end up mentioning Harry Potter a lot.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Heists: You Stole My Heart, And Also My Heart-Shaped Diamond Collection 1:00:52

6y ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Molly and Alice talk about how heists movie are actually wholesome fun about a job you really enjoy. Ocean's 8 (spoilers), The Palace Job (series), Leverage, Invisible Inc, Six of Crows.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Superheroes: Who Watches The Watchmen Movie 1:04:40

6+ y ago1:04:40

1:04:40

Molly and Alice talk our favorite super powers and why we feel like we've got it made when we get a minority cast as a superhero. General MCU/DC chat, Spider Man, Super Man, Infinity War, Wonder Woman, Jessica Jones (trigger warning for sexual assault between 36:30 and 44:15), Luke Cage (spoilers for season 1), and Misfits.…

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Fathers: Hi Podcasting About You, I'm Dad 1:16:33

6+ y ago1:16:33

1:16:33

Molly and Alice talk about fathers and their role in legacies. God of War (mild spoilers), Harry Potter, Taken, Calvin and Hobbes, The Simpsons, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Game of Thrones.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Queer Folks in Fiction : We're Here, We're Canonical, And We're Not Going Anywhere 1:09:25

6+ y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Molly And Alice talk some queer rep in books and tv shows. Harry Potter (Dumbledoor DOESN'T COUNT), Thor: Ragnarok, Adventures of Kavalier and Clay, Luna, Steven Universe (duh), Modern Family, Sense8, Will And Grace, Glee (we know, we know), Brooklyn 99, Broken Earth Trilogy, The Traitor Baru Cormorant, Ancillary Justice, Provenance, Ninefox Gambit…

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Mothers Part 2: Mothers I'd Love To Focus On 1:17:33

6+ y ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Molly and Alice talk about how mothers have struggled to be seen as anything but. Fever Dream, Talking To Myself, Big Little Lies, The Fifth Season, Steven Universe (Big spoilers for Season 5 Episode 17, A Single Pale Rose! 18:00 - 39:55), Mrs. Weasley in Harry Potter, Ali Wong, Bojack Horseman (Season 4 spoilers).…

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Mothers Part 1: A Statistically Average Amount of Moms 1:08:28

6+ y ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Molly and Alice talk about mother's day before ending up on Game of Thrones for about twenty minutes. You've been warned! Mad Men, Game of Thrones - Caitlyn Stark, Cersei Lannister, Danaerys, cw: sexual assault and miscarriage, The Mindy Project.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Zombies: A No-Brainer Episode 59:11

6+ y ago59:11

59:11

Molly and Alice talk about the undead and it's function as a symbol for (what else?) race. World War Z, iZombie, In The Flesh, Who Fears Death, The Fifth Season.By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Gal Pals: They're Harold, Lesbians 1:04:31

6+ y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Molly and Alice talk about queerbaiting and gal pals in media. Alice spends a long time dwelling on When Marnie Was There. BBC Sherlock, My Brilliant Friend, When Marnie Was There (spoilers), Thelma and Louise (spoilers), I Kill Giants, Resolian Isles, Once Upon a Time (spoilers), Legend of Korra, High School Musical (in passing), The Adventure Zon…

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Resurrection : In Pursuit Of Life, Liberty, But Mostly Life 1:07:01

6+ y ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Molly and Alice talk about what the difference is between coming back to life and coming back from the dead. Buffy (spoilers), Game of Thrones (book and show spoilers), Harry Potter (Book 7 spoilers), Land of the Lustrous (minor plot spoilers), The Raven Boys (final book spoilers), A Series of Unfortunate Events (in passing), Delicious In Dungeon (…

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Post Apocalypse: The Episode After The Apocalypse Episode 1:07:12

6+ y ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Alice and Molly talk at length about what it means to live past the end of everything. The Walking Dead, The Girl With All The Gifts, Mad Max, Fallout (but only briefly)By Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Apocalypse: Saying Goodbye, All At Once 59:19

6+ y ago59:19

59:19

Alice and Molly are kinda pessimistic about the fate of the world. The Walking Dead, The Broken Earth Trilogy, Seeking A Friend For The End of The World, Cabin In The Woods (spoilers), Watchmen (spoilers), Game of Thrones, Truman Show (spoilers) Good OmensBy Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Love Stories: Put Some Ointment On That Slow Burn 1:04:08

6+ y ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Alice and Molly overshare, just a little bit. MCU Universe, Wonder Woman, Arrival, New Girl, The Mindy Project, Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex Girlfriend, Game Of Thrones, The Good PlaceBy Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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Road Trips: I Told You To Go Before We Left 1:00:20

6+ y ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Molly and Alice reminisce about the road trips they've never taken. Transamerica, Little Miss Sunshine (spoilers), Elizabeth Town, The Road Within, End of the Fucking World, Motorcycle Diaries, The Long Way Around, Cross RoadsBy Molly Keran and Alice Lai

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