Best The Fic List Podcasts (2024)

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Chapter 40 - A Multimedia Experience Called Life [An Interview with Chuck Tingle] 1:08:08

11d ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Summary:What it says on the tin. We also can’t believe this is happening. Buckle in, buckaroos - this is an episode of The Fic List that is not to be missed!!!This episode contains spoilers for the novel “Bury Your Gays,” by Chuck Tingle. Chuck Tingle is a USA Today bestselling author, as well as a two time Hugo Award finalist and a Bram Stoker Awa…

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WIP - It's a Long Story Pt. 1 56:00

1h ago56:00

56:00

Join us as we discuss our first Work in Progress, It's a Long Story by TheLiesWeTell - available on Ao3. We will discuss the story that's written so far in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are.It's a …

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Tea and Necromancy 1:09:59

17d ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Join us as we discuss Tea and Necromancy, written by saveourskinship- available only on Ao3 with an account, as well as available on audio on Spotify. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what …

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Good by LovesBitca8 1:15:42

1M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Join us as we discuss Good, written by LovesBitca8- available only on Ao3 with an account. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. Good is available only on Ao3 with an acco…

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One Shots / Shorter Fics (Height, Come to Me, and Hey, Princess) 1:46:46

30d ago1:46:46

1:46:46

Join us as we discuss a few of our favorite One Shots / Shorter Fics, including Height by Senlinyu, Come to Me by morriganmercy and Roseheira, and Hey, Princess by Madzola, which are all available on Ao3. We will discuss these stories in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will b…

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Tremble and Depart 1:57:59

2M ago1:57:59

1:57:59

Join us as we discuss Tremble and Depart, written by DarkoftheMoon- available on Ao3 and Fanfiction.net. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. Tremble and Depart is availa…

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Appendix 4: Real Start-Up Energy [Identity Branding/Watcher] 1:21:50

2M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Summary:An episode in which Erin and Alan pontificate on the inherent trials and tribulations of turning your identity into your brand; or, Watcher biffed it and we have Thoughts. Special thank you to our supporters on ko-fi! If you like, you can help us off-set the costs of making this podcast through donations on ko-fi.com/theficlist. Every dolla…

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Measure Of A Man Part 2 1:26:09

2M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Join us as we discuss Part 2 of Measure of a Man, written by inadaze22- available on Ao3,Fanfiction.net, and various audio versions. This fic was so large, and we had so many thoughts to share, that we decided to make this a two part episode, with the second part being released a week later. Make sure you've listened to part one before listening in…

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Measure of a Man - Part 1 1:34:06

2M ago1:34:06

1:34:06

Join us as we discuss Part 1 of Measure of a Man, written by inadaze22- available on Ao3,Fanfiction.net, and various audio versions. This fic was so large, and we had so many thoughts to share, that we decided to make this a two part episode, with the second part being released a week later. Join us on 6/24/24 for part 2, which picks up right where…

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Chapter 39 - A Very, Very Gay State [Enemies To Lovers] 1:13:52

3M ago1:13:52

1:13:52

Summary: Pride season’s greetings to you all! We are back with the first episode of Season 6 of The Fic List! To kick us off, we thought we’d dive back into the tag that broke Alan many moons ago: Enemies to Lovers! Join us for all the tension, the drama, the STAKES. Will Alan make it out of this episode without shedding a tear? Listen now to find …

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Barbarian's Bookworm 56:24

3M ago56:24

56:24

Join us as we discuss Barbarian's Bookworm, written by melanoradrood- available on Ao3 and Wattpad. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. Barbarian's Bookworm is available…

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Amends 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

1:09:12

Join us as we discuss Amends, written by thelashjedi- available on Ao3 and Fanfiction.net. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. Amends is available on Ao3 and Fanfiction.…

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To Brew A Scandal 1:20:18

3M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

Join us as we discuss To Brew A Scandal, written by Stars_in_motion- available on Ao3. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. To Brew A Scandal is available on Ao3. Connect…

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Love Potions and Their Many Uses 1:27:03

4M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

Join us as we discuss Love Potions and Their Many Uses, written by Accio_Saucy- available on Ao3 and Fanfiction.net. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts are. Love Potions and…

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Presque Toujours Pur 1:53:27

4M ago1:53:27

1:53:27

Join us as we discuss Presque Toujours Pur, written by ShayaLonnie- available on Ao3, Fanfiction.net, and there is an audio version available on Spotify. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see wh…

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Choice and Chance 1:33:12

5M ago1:33:12

1:33:12

Join us as we discuss Choice and Chance, written by ChaosAndCrumpets - available on Ao3, Fanfiction.net, and there is an audio version available on Spotify. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see…

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Bring Him to His Knees 1:26:39

6M ago1:26:39

1:26:39

Join us as we discuss Bring Him to His Knees, written by Musyc - available on Ao3 with an account. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts were. Bring Him to His Knees is availab…

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Between Us Flows the Nile 1:17:22

6M ago1:17:22

1:17:22

Join us as we discuss Between Us Flows the Nile, written by thebrightcity- available on Ao3 with an account. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts were. Between us Flows the Ni…

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Sex and Occlumency 1:23:03

6M ago1:23:03

1:23:03

Join us as we discuss Sex and Occlumency, written by Graendoll - available on Ao3. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts were. Sex and Occclumency on Ao3 Connect with us on Soc…

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Chapter 38 - I Slept On The Horse [2023 Wrapped] 1:46:10

6M ago1:46:10

1:46:10

Author's Notes:We’re wrapping up season 5 of The Fic List with a 2023 Wrapped! ...At least, that was the plan, but as these things tend to go, we…uh…got a bit sidetracked. Instead, join us for a spirited (and slightly unhinged) retrospective in which we talk about everything from the strikes to John Stamos puking up his guts. It was certainly a yea…

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The Downfall of Us 1:27:47

7M ago1:27:47

1:27:47

Join us as we discuss The Downfall of Us, written by Gemjoy- available on Ao3. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts were. PLEASE NOTE: This is a Dark AU, so there are some tri…

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Aparecium 1:34:15

7M ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Join us as we discuss Aparecium, written by LadyKenz347 - available on Ao3 and FanFiction.net. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Go read it, then come back and see what our thoughts were. Aparecium on Ao3 Aparecium on Fanfict…

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Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love 1:32:45

8M ago1:32:45

1:32:45

Join us as we discuss Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, written by isthisselfcare - available on Ao3, Wattpad, and various Audio versions as well. We will discuss the story in detail, talking about what we liked and didn't like. Because we will be diving into the full story, there will be spoilers ahead! Read this fanfic here…

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Chapter 37 - Blackbeard, Blue Balls [Tattoo Shop AU] 1:46:57

8M ago1:46:57

1:46:57

Summary:Season’s Greetings from The Fic List! With the strikes officially over, and just in time for the end of the year, we’ve decided to pull this episode out of the vault for your listening pleasure! Join us as we explore this highly requested tag while covering two NEW fandoms to the show! (Very wow! Much excite!)Author's Notes:Special thank yo…

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Welcome to Dramione Fanfic Fanatics! 1:51

9M ago1:51

1:51

Welcome to Dramione Fanfic Fanatics, a podcast where three friends discuss Dramione fanfiction stories, talking about the characters, plot, romance, and of course, the smut. Our first official episode will be released Monday, January 1st, 2024 so you can ring in the new year with a new podcast! Join Cariann, Holly, and Tracey as we give a brief int…

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Appendix 3: Tailor-Made Smut [Interview with A. Loveunlaced] 53:58

9M ago53:58

53:58

Summary:It’s an episode a DECADE in the making! Professional fan-artist, freelance illustrator, and all-around lovely person A. Loveunlaced (aka Ada) joins us to talk about being a Professional Fandom Person, the complexity and nuances of fannish experiences, and the intersections of mental health care and transformative works. We are *also* amazed…

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Appendix 2: Never Designed to Be Contained [Goncharov] 58:43

11M ago58:43

58:43

Summary:As of the recording of this episode (September 2023), both the WGA (Writer’s Guild of America) and SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actor’s Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) remain on strike. As such, we begin our dive into more generalized fandom topics with everyone’s favorite fake gangster movie: Goncharov! Join us as Erin in…

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Appendix 1: Something Different [WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike] 1:35:37

1y ago1:35:37

1:35:37

Summary: And now for something… a little different. As you may know, both the WGA (Writer’s Guild of America) and SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actor’s Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) are currently on strike (August 2023), which is having a wide range of effects on film, TV, theater, and fandom. In this episode, we are pivoting fro…

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Chapter 36 - Chekhov's Cat [Coming Out] 2:03:56

1y ago2:03:56

2:03:56

Summary:HELLO AND WELCOME BACK TO THE FIC LIST - SEASON 5!!!We’re here, we’re queer… we’re better than ever (maybe), with our annual Pride episode - full of rambling, interruptions, and Emotions with a capital E. Coming out is a journey, and boy howdy, so is this whopper of an episode. We’re sorry/you’re welcome/didn’t you miss us, lol?Author's Not…

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Chapter 35 - A Dwarven Intervention (feat. Evelyn Rogers) [Sansukh] 1:39:36

1+ y ago1:39:36

1:39:36

Summary:We came, we saw… we read half a million words of fanfic for just this one episode! For our season four finale (!!!), please welcome our friend and incredible artist Evelyn Rogers, who has waited very patiently to journey with us through one of - if not *the* - quintessential Lord of the Rings fanfics ever written. There’s action, there’s in…

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Chapter 34 - The Humor of Life [Teacher AU] 1:07:58

1+ y ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Summary:It’s BOGO - two fics for the price of one! (Actually, we just couldn’t get ourselves together enough to record proper holiday episodes… oops). In this end-of-year double-header, we’re tackling arranged marriage fics and teacher AUs, and boy howdy, do we have some hot takes for these cold winter days.Author's Notes:Find us at www.theficlist.…

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Chapter 33 - The White Rice of Fanfic [Arranged Marriage] 1:03:50

1+ y ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Summary:It’s BOGO - two fics for the price of one! (Actually, we just couldn’t get ourselves together enough to record proper holiday episodes… oops). In this end-of-year double-header, we’re tackling arranged marriage fics and teacher AUs, and boy howdy, do we have some hot takes for these cold winter days.Author's Notes:Find us at www.theficlist.…

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Chapter 32 - Betrayal [Fix-It Fic] 1:13:37

2y ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Summary:Tricks? Treats? Fix-It Fic?!? It’s not quite a Halloween episode… but we still think you should stick around for what might just be the biggest twist in Fic List history! Author's Notes:We have a website now! Find us at www.theficlist.com, and/or follow us on socials - Tiktok (@theficlist), twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), Faceb…

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Chapter 31 - Angst With a Flower Mask [Hanahaki AU] 1:22:14

2y ago1:22:14

1:22:14

Summary:Things continue to be ~wild~ here at Fic List Headquarters… and yet, we persist! In this distinctly-not-a-Halloween-episode, we’re talking Hanahaki AUs. Soft Boi Alan (TM) is not particularly thrilled with this endeavor, but you know… sometimes we suffer for things we love. Much like characters with Hanahaki disease! Wow. So full circle. …e…

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Ficlet 1: The Fic List, or Taking Fanfiction(Mostly)Seriously [A Panel at FanExpo Boston 2022] 44:46

2y ago44:46

44:46

Summary:Welcome back to the Fic List, everybody! This… is not the new episode you’ve been waiting for, lol. It’s our panel! From FanExpo Boston 2022! Where we espoused the many virtues of fan-fiction to an expo floor full of people who were mostly just looking for somewhere to sit down! And that’s fine, tbh. We get it. We still had fun, even if we …

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Chapter 30 - Cover Them In Blood (feat. Berk) [College AU Redux] 1:31:23

2y ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Summary:It’s, uh… It’s been a wild ride the last few weeks, y’all, and it’s only about to get wilder. In this episode of The Fic List, we welcome the one and only Professor Alpha, aka Berk, aka @icaruspendragon, to completely destroy us with kindness, humor, and some legitimately life-altering Destiel fanfic. The moral of this story is to chase you…

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Chapter 29 - I Love Winning, Especially When I Didn't Do the Assignment [First Date] 1:10:16

2+ y ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Summary:We are queer, we are tired, and we are BAAAAACK!! Happy Pride and welcome to The Fic List Season 4!(?!?) We kick off this year’s Pride festivities with a classic tag: first dates. Join us as we catch up on the last six months, share some of our own first date experiences (spicy), and talk about Erin’s new fixation! Author's Notes:Follow us …

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Chapter 28 - Holiday Spectacular 2021, or, We Could All Use Some Holiday Smut [Ghost/Secret Santa] 1:47:37

2+ y ago1:47:37

1:47:37

Summary:Just in time to hibernate for the winter, we’re back with a holiday speed-run, Pride 2: Electric Spookaloo to the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! It’s this year’s Holiday Spectacular; or, the one in which there is hilarious ghost sex, secret santa shenanigans, and many benefits to being a marine biologist. Author's Notes:Follow us on twitt…

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Chapter 27 - Where Are My Notes? (feat. Caitlin) [BDSM] 1:55:02

3y ago1:55:02

1:55:02

Summary: ...this is not a Halloween episode. This episode was recorded many, MANY weeks ago, and tbh we have fallen a bit off the rails in terms of recording, but!!! This is our first episode featuring a very special guest! CAITLIN - the myth, the legend, the Tumblr goddess! - joins us as we discuss BDSM fic, and uh… it’s a journey, lol.Author's No…

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Chapter 26 - A Garnish of Danger [Firefighter AU] 1:00:25

3y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Summary:Was this episode recorded several (many) weeks ago? You betcha! But it’s still hot in Erin’s apartment, and the meltdown is on-going. It’s Firefighter AU time, friends, and honestly, who doesn’t want that?Author's Notes:Follow us on twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), Facebook (what Facebook?), and Tumblr (https://theficlistpodcast…

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Chapter 25 - A Delightful Misunderstanding [Time Loop] 1:03:10

3y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Summary:As is tradition, we have fallen a bit behind schedule, but we are back on the wagon and excited to share the newest episode of The Fic List! This week we take a look at some time loop fics and things get a little...well, loopy. (Alan makes no apologies for this joke. It's absolute GOLD.)Author's Notes:Follow us on twitter (@FicList), instag…

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Chapter 24 - Be Gay, Do Crime [Heist AU] 45:27

3y ago45:27

45:27

Summary;Continuing our Pride celebration, we take the motto “be gay, do crime” to heart! In which Alan is on the strugglebus, Erin has beef about beef, and there is an exorbitant amount of kielbasa. Join The Fic List as we tackle Heist AUs!!Author's Notes:Follow us on twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), facebook (don’t tho), and tumblr (ht…

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Chapter 23 - Y'all Ready for a Speedrun? [Found Family] 1:30:26

3+ y ago1:30:26

1:30:26

Summary:WE’RE BACK Y’ALL HAPPY PRIDE AND FIC LIST SEASON THREE!!!Like the cicadas of Brood X, we rise again! We knew we couldn’t do another Pride tag episode this year, so we went with the next best/queerest thing - Found Family fics. Do we remember how to podcast? Debatable! Do we try our best? Absolutely! Will you join us for a brand new season o…

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Chapter 22 - Holiday Spectacular 2020, or, We Kick 2020 Out [Snowed In/Soulmates AU] 1:43:58

3+ y ago1:43:58

1:43:58

Summary: We did it!!!The final episode of season two is here, and it’s a Holiday Spectacular for the ages! Thank you to everyone who has given our little podcast a chance this year; we could not continue to do this podcast without you and your ardent support and love. May this year bring us all a little bit of kindness, lots of joy, and even more f…

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Chapter 21 - What Is This Redemption Nonsense [Florist AU] 1:16:54

3+ y ago1:16:54

1:16:54

Summary: Cacti are not as easy to care for as fan-fiction would have you believe; or, the Florist AU episode everyone’s been waiting for!Follow us on twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), facebook, and tumblr (https://theficlistpodcast.tumblr.com - now run by the incredible CAITLIN!). Also please subscribe/rate/review us on Apple Podcasts, S…

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Chapter 20 - Gentle Misogyny, My Old Friend [Meeting the Family] 51:03

4y ago51:03

51:03

Summary: Friends! It’s another relatively on-time holiday-inspired episode! We almost can’t believe it! We also can’t believe that THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4th at 7pm EST, we get to meet YOU (via Zoom, because social distancing)! Join us for the first-ever The Fic List virtual hangout/meet and greet, where we’ll get to know each other, chat fan-fictio…

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Chapter 19 - Enthusiastic Consent (With Biting...and Blowjobs) [Vampire AU] 1:12:00

4y ago1:12:00

1:12:00

Summary: WE DID IT! WE POSTED A HOLIDAY EPISODE IN TIME FOR THE ACTUAL HOLIDAY! IT’S A PRIDE-TWO-ELECTRIC-SPOOKALOO MIRACLE! :DPlease enjoy the first of this year’s holiday-inspired episodes… Vampire AU! From camp to enthusiastic consent to Twilight, this episode has it all. Enjoy, friends, and have a very happy and safe Halloween!Please follow us …

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Chapter 18 - My Kitchen is Not Designed for Two People! [Proposal Fic] 59:08

4y ago59:08

59:08

Summary: Surprise engagements! Honest communication in relationships! Accidentally sending your mom Queliot smut via text message! All of this and so much more on this episode of The Fic List! :PDon’t forget to follow us on twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), facebook, and tumblr (https://theficlistpodcast.tumblr.com). Subscribe/rate/revie…

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Chapter 17 - The Three Time Jumps [Pizza Boy AU] 1:07:41

4y ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Summary: Since recording this episode, we’ve received so many incredible fic recs; here’s the first of (hopefully!) many episodes prompted by a recommendation made by one of our awesome listeners. Caitlin, this one’s for you, friend. :) Do you want to send us a fanfic to read and review? There’s a google doc for that! https://forms.gle/N2SShSwFSLyd…

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Chapter 16 - This Is A Bobby Household [Crossovers] 47:19

4y ago47:19

47:19

Summary: In this house, we stan Bobby Berk and Jonathan Van Ness, completing tasks exactly as assigned, and nuanced critiques of media and its creators. Oh, also we’re reading crossover fic. Follow us on the internet! We’re on twitter (@FicList), instagram (@theficlist), facebook, and tumblr (https://theficlistpodcast.tumblr.com), and you can subsc…

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