Best BackPack Press Podcasts (2025)

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E06: From Classrooms to Careers: Inside Project SEARCH at MSU 16:32

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Episode 6 | Life After High School: Transition Programs That Build Independence In this episode, host Micki O’Neil talks with Michael McDonald, Director of Transition Programming at Ingham ISD, about post-high school services designed for students ages 18–26. They discuss Project SEARCH—a one-year internship program created in partnership with Mich…

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E05: From Classroom to Community: Inside SAIL's Transition Program 9:38

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Episode 5 | Life After High School: Transition Programs That Build Independence In this episode of the UnPacked Podcast, host Micki O’Neil talks with Michael McDonald, Director of Transition Programming at Ingham ISD, about post-high school services designed for students ages 18–26. They discuss Project SEARCH—a one-year internship program created …

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E04: IEP vs 504 | What Every Family Needs to Know 12:42

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Episode 4 | IEPs vs. 504 Plans: Unpacking Eligibility, Rights & Support Teams Every student deserves not just access—but meaningful support and full participation in school. In this episode, we dive into the two key pathways that provide that support in K–12 education: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Re…

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E03: Special Education and Intermediate School Districts 9:36

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Episode 3 | How Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts Support Special Education Every student deserves the chance to succeed—and for many, that starts with the right support system. In this episode, we explore how Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts (ISDs)—also known as Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs)—play a vital role in provid…

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E02: Artificial Intelligence in Education 13:53

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Episode 2 | How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Education Artificial intelligence is reshaping classrooms across Michigan—and the conversation is just beginning. In this episode, host Micki O’Neil talks with Ingham ISD Superintendent Jason Mellema about how AI is transforming teaching, learning, and school operations. From personalized inst…

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E01.1: What is an Intermediate School District? 4:25

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Episode 1.1 | How Michigan’s Schools Collaborate to Support Every Student Across Michigan’s public education system, schools work together to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of students and families—helping every learner reach their full potential. Most people are familiar with their local school district, but fewer understand …

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E01.2: Governance of Intermediate School Districts 7:03

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Episode 1.2 | Understanding ISD Governance: How Michigan’s Education System Works This episode is the second in a four-part series featuring Ingham ISD Superintendent Jason Mellema, exploring how local school districts and Intermediate School Districts (ISDs)—also known as Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs)—work together to provide a full …

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E01.3: The History of Intermediate School Districts 7:26

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Episode 1, Part 3 | The Evolving Role of Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts In episode three of this four-part series, we explore the history of Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts (ISDs)—also known as Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs)—and how their roles have expanded over time. Join Ingham ISD Superintendent Jason Mellema as …

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E01.4: Intermediate School District Funding 8:57

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Episode 1, Part 4 | How Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts Are Funded This is the final episode in a four-part series exploring Michigan’s Intermediate School Districts (ISDs)—also known as Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs)—with Ingham ISD Superintendent Jason Mellema. In this episode, we unpack the complex funding structure behind …

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S3 E11: At Last Recap Pt 2!!! 1:53:15

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Today, I'm discussing the series finale episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! And also a bunch of press about the movie & discussions about the season as a whole! Jenny's Interview about the movie & easter eggs: https://youtu.be/HkrM74aEis8?si=ShQVeriZfjOlh4x4 FOLLOW ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesummeristarteda Follow my Spoti…

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S3 E11: At Last Recap Pt 1 + Movie & Season 3 Press! 1:23:27

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Today, I'm discussing the series finale episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! And also a bunch of press about the movie & discussions about the season as a whole! Part 2 will be out tomorrow (i hope!) Teen Vogue Article: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/summer-i-turned-pretty-jenny-han-season3-movie-interview FOLLOW ON IG: https://www…

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THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY: THE MOVIE ANNOUNCEMENT!! 16:30

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EMERGENCY EPISODE BECAUSE WE ARE GETTING THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY THE MOVIE!!!!! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* FOLLOW ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesummeristarteda Follow my Spotify playlist for Conrad! POV: You just saw your brother kissing your ex gf on your car in your sweatshi…

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TSITP Episode 11 Predictions!!! + Finale Discussion with Becca! 2:32:33

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 & FILMING LEAKS that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 11 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Jenny's Interview: https://www.latimes.com/entertain…

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S3 E10: Last Year Recap - The Bob Is Coming!!!! 1:49:50

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the 10th episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! Tell me how this episode made you feel :) FOLLOW ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesummeristarteda Follow my Spotify playlist for Conrad! POV: You just saw your brother kiss…

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TSITP Episode 10 Predictions!!! Conrad's Letters For Real This Time?! + Time Jump! 53:10

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 & FILMING LEAKS that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 10 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Sean's Interview: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/th…

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S3 E9: Last Call Recap - Belly's Backpack & Adam is actually helping?? 1:52:29

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the 9th episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Content I mentioned: Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan Never Have I Ever on Netflix Freakier Friday :) EW Article: https://ew.…

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Bonus Pre-Episode 9 Chat w/ Becca & Jess About Sabrina & TSITP!!! 1:27:50

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Bonus Pre-Episode 9 Chat w/ Becca & Jess About Sabrina & TSITP!!! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, Becca and Jess are joining me and we are discussing the 1995 version of the movie Sabrina (on prime) and how it has inspired The Summer I Turned Pretty and Belly's adventures in Paris!! …

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TSITP Episode 9 Predictions!!! + PARIS! + Conrad's Letters! 46:12

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 & FILMING LEAKS that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 9 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.y…

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BELLY IN PARIS!!! New Trailer Reaction & Discussion With Becca! 1:27:52

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* WE GOT A NEW TRAILER?!?! I'M NOT OK! Me & Becca are discussing every frame and answering questions about what to expect!! Tell me your thoughts! Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/article/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-…

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S3 E8: Last Kiss Recap - Jelly Breakup & What's Going On At The Airport!? 2:14:48

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the 8th episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Content I mentioned: Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan Never Have I Ever on Netflix Freakier Friday :) EW Article: https://ew.…

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Supersized Ep 8?! More Predictions & A LONG Q&A With Sofia! 2:21:20

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Bonus Pre-Episode 8 Q&A with Sofia!! Answering Questions About Season 3! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Ok so maybe episode 8 actually is going to be the entire rest of the book and wedding day??? I'm going through the rest of the book and some more predictions for how the Jelly wedding wi…

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TSITP Episode 8 Predictions!!! + Book Comparisons! Will We See The Wedding?! 1:21:43

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 8 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/enterta…

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S3 E7: Last Hurrah Recap - Beach Fight & Bathroom Revelations! 1:54:37

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the 7th episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Content I mentioned: Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan Never Have I Ever on Netflix Freakier Friday :) EW Article: https://ew.…

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Bonus Pre-Episode 7 Q&A with Becca!! Answering Questions About Season 3! 1:02:11

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Bonus Pre-Episode 6 Q&A with Becca!! Answering Questions About Season 3! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, Becca is joining me and we are answering questions that you guys wrote in!!! Follow Becca: https://www.tiktok.com/@bingewithbecca?_t=ZT-8ypHJDLN97f&_r=1 Read the Article I was Int…

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TSITP Episode 7 Predictions!!! + Book Comparisons! 49:14

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 7 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/enterta…

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S3 E6: Last Name Recap - False God + Heartbeats!! Belly is BACK! 1:38:28

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the sixth episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Content I mentioned: Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan Never Have I Ever on Netflix Freakier Friday :) EW Article: https://e…

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Bonus Pre-Episode 6 Q&A with Becca!! Answering Questions About Season 3! 1:00:53

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Bonus Pre-Episode 6 Q&A with Becca!! Answering Questions About Season 3! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, Becca is joining me and we are answering questions that you guys wrote in!!! Follow Becca: https://www.tiktok.com/@bingewithbecca?_t=ZT-8ypHJDLN97f&_r=1 Read the Article I was Int…

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Episode 6 Predictions! + Book Comparisons + A Few More E5 Observations! 35:18

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 6 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/enterta…

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S3 E5: Last Dance Recap - Peaches & Guest Bedrooms!!! 2:08:41

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the fifth episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me how this episode made you feel :) EW Article: https://ew.com/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-peach-scene-script-pages-jenny-han-exclusive-11786913 F…

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S3 E4: Last Stand Recap & E5 Predictions!!!! 1:28:08

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing episode 4 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty and my predictions for episode 5!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yah…

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Episode 4 Predictions! + Book Comparisons + A Few More E3 Observations! 40:08

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 4 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/enterta…

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S3 E3: Last Supper Recap - What Is Going On With Belly?! & Conrad Is Back!!! 1:53:02

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the third episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me how this episode made you feel :) FOLLOW ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesummeristarteda Follow my Spotify playlist for Conrad! POV: You ju…

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Episode 3 Predictions! + Book Comparisons + A Few More E1&E2 Observations! 33:34

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing my predictions for episode 3 of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me your predictions either in the comments, on IG or email me! :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/enterta…

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S3 E2: Last Christmas Recap - Jelly Fight & Proposal! Cousins Reunion and More! 1:18:05

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the second episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/article/the-summer-i-turned-p…

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S3 E1: Last Season Recap - Initial Thoughts, Music Analysis, Conrad in California!! And More! 1:42:23

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FROM BOOK 3 that might happen in the show but what do i really know?!?* Today, I'm discussing the first episode of season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty!!! SO excited to be back. Tell me how this episode made you feel :) Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/article/the-summer-i-turned-pr…

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Season 3 Pre-Show! Press & Book Club Wrap Up & More! 1:44:45

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 3* Today, Becca is joining me again and we are discussing The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3!!! Read the Article I was Interviewed For: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/article/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-is-about-teen-love-its-biggest-fans-might-be-millennials-120032426.html SUBSCRIBE TO THE SUBSTACK: https://th…

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TSITP SEASON 3 TRAILER DISCUSSION!! Breaking down every single clip! 1:45:07

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 3* Today, Becca is joining me again and we are discussing The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Trailer!!! Article: https://ew.com/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-final-season-cover-story-exclusive-11737744 SUBSCRIBE TO THE SUBSTACK: https://thesummeristartedapodcast.substack.com/ FOLLOW ON INSTA https://www.instagram.com/the…

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TSITP S3 Press Discussion! Entertainment Weekly Photoshoot & Article Breakdown 1:34:05

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 3* Today, Becca is joining me again and we are discussing the EW Photoshoot & accompanying articles!! Article: https://ew.com/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-final-season-cover-story-exclusive-11737744 SUBSCRIBE TO THE SUBSTACK: https://thesummeristartedapodcast.substack.com/ FOLLOW ON INSTA https://www.instagram.com/thesum…

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TSITP Season 3 Teaser & Poster Breakdown & Deep Dive! 56:44

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 3* Today I'm discussing the new season 3 poster and teaser trailer for The Summer I Turned Pretty!! I'm breaking down each clip and talking about what I think is happening or what we can expect in each one :) SUBSCRIBE TO THE SUBSTACK: https://thesummeristartedapodcast.substack.com/ FOLLOW ON INSTA https://www.instagra…

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Season 3 First Look Discussion: Belly & Jeremiah In College + Dr. Conrad!!! + What Will The Trailer Reveal?! 59:03

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*CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 3* Today I'm joined with Becca again and we're discussing the first look photos and article from season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty! Here is the article so you can follow along: https://ew.com/the-summer-i-turned-pretty-final-season-first-look-surprises-exclusive-11703879 Follow Becca: Insta: www.instagram.com/thes…

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL PT 2! Gavin Got Married?! Teen Vogue Summit Recap, Sidelined: The QB & Me, and More! 1:07:08

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL PT 2! Gavin Got Married?! Teen Vogue Summit Recap, Sidelined: The QB & Me, and More! Today I'm joined with Becca again and we're discussing Jenny Han's recent interesting instagram story, Gavin Casalegno got married in a secret wedding ceremony, the cast of The Summer I Turned Pretty did a panel interview at the Teen Vogue Summit, w…

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL PT 1! TSITP Paris Filming Wrap Up + In A Holidaze Discussion 1:14:04

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL PT 1! TSITP Paris Filming Wrap Up + In A Holidaze Discussion Today I'm joined with Becca again and we're discussing our Bonrad Bookclub pick: In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren and how it relates to TSITP! It's also becoming a movie on Netflix, so we'll be discussing all things filming too! Then we get into all of the details and beh…

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TSITP Season 3 Filming: Photos & Casting Discussion with Becca!! Part 2! 1:50:34

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All Things The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Filming Photos & Casting Discussion with Becca!! Part 2! OMG I'M BACK!!!! Sorry for the super long unplanned hiatus! Season 3 just finished filming and I'm joined with my friend Becca to break down all of the photos and casting calls that we found online during the Spring/Summer! I'll be back with book…

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All Things Season 3 Filming Photos & Casting Discussion with Becca!! Part 1! 1:17:28

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OMG I'M BACK!!!! Sorry for the super long unplanned hiatus! Season 3 just finished filming and I'm joined with my friend Becca to break down all of the photos and casting calls that we found online during the Spring/Summer! I'll be back with book club / regular scheduled programming soon :) Follow Becca: Insta: www.instagram.com/thesummerofbellyand…

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TSITP Book 2 Book Club! Ch 7-9 & The Differences + Similarities to Episode 2: LOVE SCENE 1:01:10

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We're going to read book two (The Summer I Turned Pretty: It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han) and discuss how it's similar/different from the episodes! I've been wanting to do this ever since it aired and I'm so excited! I want to make these kind of mini episodes, so here's how it's going to be broken down: Week 5: Ch 10-12, Episode 2 (0:22 -…

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TSITP Book 2 Book Club! Ch 4-6 & The Differences + Similarities to Episode 1: LOVE LOST 59:23

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We're going to read book two (The Summer I Turned Pretty: It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han) and discuss how it's similar/different from the episodes! I've been wanting to do this ever since it aired and I'm so excited! I want to make these kind of mini episodes, so here's how it's going to be broken down: Week 2: Ch 1-3, Episode 1 (0:00 - 0…

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TSITP Book 2 Book Club! Ch 1-3 & The Differences + Similarities to Episode 1: LOVE LOST 47:58

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We're going to read book two (The Summer I Turned Pretty: It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han) and discuss how it's similar/different from the episodes! I've been wanting to do this ever since it aired and I'm so excited! I want to make these kind of mini episodes, so here's how it's going to be broken down: Week 2: Ch 1-3, Episode 1 (0:00 - 0…

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TSITP News Round Up + Recent Faves + Chatty Catch Up Pod! 52:30

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LET'S CATCH UP! SUBSCRIBE TO THE SUBSTACK: https://thesummeristartedapodcast.substack.com/ *CONTAINS SPOILERS* BEFORE WE WERE STRANGERS SPOTIFY PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59B0dRqmE5bfISZbwz1Fhb?si=46b6808e7fc4453a FOLLOW ON INSTA https://www.instagram.com/thesummeristarteda JOIN THE BONRAD BOOK CLUB!! :D FEB: In a Holidaze by Chris…

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SAG-AFTRA STRIKE IS OVER! + S1E1 Script Leaked?! + Bonrad Bookclub Ep 1 - Before We Were Strangers by Renee Carlino 1:53:54

2y ago1:53:54

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SAG-AFTRA STRIKE IS OVER! + S1E1 Script Leaked?! + Bonrad Bookclub Ep 1 - Before We Were Strangers by Renee Carlino *CONTAINS SPOILERS* In today's episode, I'm talking about the exciting SAG-AFTRA strike announcement, going through a leaked script of S1E1 and all of the deleted scenes + actor's direction (it's so interesting!!!), and going through …

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S1E7: Summer Love & Book 1 Ch. 41-46 Recap & Analysis PART 2! 2:25:57

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S1E7: Summer Love & Book 1 Ch. 41-46 Recap & Analysis PART 2! *CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASON 2 AND ALL BOOKS* I'm recapping Season 1, Episode 7, and Book 1 chapters 41-46 this week and analyzing how they are similar, how they're different, and more through the lens of already having both seasons & all books!! SUBSCRIBE ON INSTA https://www.instagram…