Best Shoujo Sundae Podcasts (2025)

It's the Star Wars Prequels episode from our Midwest tour earlier this year! We cover The Phantom Menace (1999), Attack of the Clones (2002), and Revenge of the Sith (2005), recorded live in Chicago! Check out original videos we screened during the show on YouTube at @bechdelcast / linktr.ee/bechdelcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Rhymes for Young Ghouls with Jess Murwin: The Re-release 2:00:46

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This week, we're re-releasing our episode on Rhymes for Young Ghouls with special guest Jess Murwin! If you can, please join us in donating to The Native Women's Collective -- https://www.nativewomenscollective.org/ Follow Jess on Instagram at @jessmurwin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Overboard (1987) with Mo Fry Pasic 1:34:56

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This week, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Mo Fry Pasic fall overboard, bonk their heads, and discuss Overboard (1987)! Check out Mo's podcast Worse Than You and follow it on Instagram at @worsethanyoushow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Princess Mononoke ft. The Bechdel Cast 1:25:50

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika, along with Jamie and Caitlin of The Bechdel Cast, review the Ghibli masterpiece Princess Mononoke! Ashitaka finds himself in the middle of a war between a girl who was raised by wolves (San), and the people of Iron Town. San, her family, and the other forest dwellers seek to defend the forest, but …

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Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995) with Carlos Camacho 1:49:33

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It's Morphin Time! Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Carlos Camacho discuss Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995)! Here's the Reddit thread of "Slime, Sludge, and Goo in Movies" - https://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/1gxsovx/slime_sludge_and_goo_in_movies/ Follow Carlos on social media at @carloscreates2018 and check out his podcast Th…

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Party Girl with Liz Gotauco 1:19:15

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On this episode, party girls Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Liz Gotauco go to their locial library to discuss Party Girl (1995)! Follow Liz at @cosbrarian on social media and buy her book at www.cosbrarian.com/about-fcked-up-fairy-tales.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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My Favorite B---- Spring Mix (Tokyo Mew Mew Eps 1-2) 29:07

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Here's a taste of what's on our patreon! For our Magical Girl Matcha series, we dove into the first two episodes ofTokyo Mew Mew (New). In episode one, while on a date with the most popular guy in school, Ichigo Momomiya is hit with a beam of light that gives her the power of an endangered feline species, turning her into Ichigo Mew - a superhero! …

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Sinners with Mx. Dalia Belle 1:38:10

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This week, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Mx. Dalia Belle sink their teeth into Sinners (2025)! Follow Dalia on social media at @mxdaliabelle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Devil's Advocate (1997) with Sarah Marshall 1:55:27

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Where do we podcast? Everywhere! Especially when it's with special guest Sarah Marshall talking about The Devil's Advocate (1997)! Check out Sarah's new podcast The Devil You Know as well as You're Wrong About and You Are Good | @yourewrongaboutpod @youaregoodpod https://app.magellan.ai/listen_links/c6jXBU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Kiki's Delivery Service ft. Matthew Lawrence Interview 2:16:54

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana review the beloved Studio Ghibli film, Kiki’s Delivery Service! Kiki flies away to a brand new town all on her own to begin her training as a witch for one full year. While she didn’t get the warmest of welcomes to her new town, Asono, a local baker, allows her to live above her bakery in exchange f…

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Companion with Sammy Smart and Henley Cox 1:27:53

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On this episode, fembots Jamie, Caitlin, and special guests Sammy and Henley from Too Scary; Didn't Watch podcast discuss Companion (2025)! Follow the podcast Too Scary Didn't Watch on IG at @tsdwpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Horimiya Manga Discussion, Part 1 (with Caitlin Moore) [Shonen Exception #6] 1:22:30

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Finally, we're here to talk about the shonen elephant in the shojo room: Horimiya. Look at almost any list of "best shojo anime," and you're bound to see Horimiya near the top of it. But, just so we're all clear: Horimiya isn't a shojo series. It is, however, a very good shonen romance series. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and Anime News Network and Ani…

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Possession (1981) with Alicia Berbenick 1:45:33

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This week, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Alicia Berbenick talk tentacle boyfriends, goo, and Possession (1981). Here's the book we mention during the episode -- https://www.abebooks.com/9781800857063/Possession-Devils-Advocates-Taylor-Alison-1800857063/plp | Follow Alicia on social media at @bene_and_the_gesserits and @resident.easel and check …

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Nina the Starry Bride Finale ft. Jill Harris Interview (Eps 10-12) 2:07:27

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika discuss episodes ten through twelve of Nina the Starry Bride! In episode ten, Nina tries to convince the king of Galgada to leave Fortna’s fate in her hands. She goes so far as to insult the king and enter the tournament arena, where Set and Azure come to her aid. In episode eleven, Set is confined …

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Hitch with Ronald Young Jr. 1:47:01

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This week, Date Doctors Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Ronald Young Jr. discuss Hitch (2005)! Vote for We the Unhoused at the Signal Awards at https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2025/shows/genre/activism-public-service-social-impact Follow Ronald on Instagram, Threads, and Letterboxd at @ohitsbigron and check out his podcasts Weight For …

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All About My Mother with Tamara Yajia 1:05:45

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This week, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Tamara Yajia talk all about All About My Mother (1999)! Follow Tamara on Instagram at @tamarayajia and buy her book, Cry For Me, Argentina: My Life As A Failed Child Star, at https://geni.us/cryformeargentina See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Prince Bidoof ft. Dennis of Vintage Anime Club (Nina the Starry Bride Eps 7-9) 2:13:04

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika, Giana, and Dennis from the Vintage Anime Club podcast discuss episodes seven through nine of Nina the Starry Bride! In episode seven, after Set rescues Nina, the two spend the night together in the forest. Nina rescues the cub of the tiger who attacked her. When they arrive in Galgada, Nina makes quite the f…

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Punch Drunk Love with Grace Freud 1:45:20

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On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Grace Freud chat about Punch Drunk Love (2002). And bye bye! Follow Grace on Instagram at @gracefreudbusiness and on Substack at gracegfreud.substack.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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G.I. Jane with Rhiannon Hamam 1:32:33

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This week, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Rhiannon Hamam discuss baldest woman movie G.I. Jane (1997)! Follow Rhiannon on Instagram at @basicrhiannon and check out her podcasts 5-4 and Popular Cradle Podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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A Love Triangle ft. Ravengriim (Nina the Starry Bride Eps 4-6) 1:16:50

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana, Chika, and Ravengriim discuss episodes one through three of Nina the Starry Bride! In episode four, Nina and Azure’s feelings for one another deepen. In order to protect him, Nina decides to leave for Galgada to fulfill her duty and become their queen. In episode five, Nina arrives in Bastia and tries to win…

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Tour Check-in Minisode! 3:07

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We're taking the week off while we're on our Star Wars prequels tour in the Midwest! We'll be back next week with our regularly scheduled programming! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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First Cow with Mattie Lubchansky 1:26:55

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On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Mattie Lubchansky examine First Cow (2019) and *milk* the conversation for all it's worth! Follow Mattie on IG at @mattielubchansky | check out her website at mattielubchansky.com | buy her book Simplicity at https://bookshop.org/p/books/simplicity-mattie-lubchansky/21997655?ean=9780593701126&next=…

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Scorpio Energy ft. hemlocke springs (Nina the Starry Bride Eps 1-3) 2:14:35

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika, Giana, and Hemlocke Springs discuss episodes one through three of Nina the Starry Bride! In episode one, Nina is bought by a golden-eyed Prince named Azure to become an imposter of his late sister, the princess Alisha. In episode two, Prince Muhulum uses Nina’s help to try and learn Azure’s weakness, but he …

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Guardians of the Galaxy 1:56:10

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This week, we're unlocking an episode from our Patreon (aka Matreon) on Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and promoting out upcoming tour in the Midwest covering the Star Wars prequels! Indianapolis Aug 30, Chicago Aug 31, Madison Sept 4, Minneapolish Sept 7! Tickets at linktr.ee/bechdelcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) 1:47:21

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It's Jamie's birthday episode and we're covering Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)! Support families in Gaza - linktr.ee/caitlindurante | Donate to PCRF - www.pcrf.net | Support the BDS Movement - https://bdsmovement.net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Fruits Basket Prelude ft. Kyoruyeye 1:21:43

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana, Chika, and Avary aka Kyoruyeye discuss the film Fruits Basket Prelude. Kyoko Katsunoma, a struggling teen with a poor relationship with her parents and a history of gang involvement, meets Katsuya Honda, a student teacher on a day she decides to attend school. He sees her pain and anger and gives a voice to …

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Revisiting 'Her' in the Age of AI with Mona Chalabi 1:58:19

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On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Mona Chalabi re-examine Her (2013) now that generative AI is actively ruining the world. Here are the articles we cite -- https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a62452522/ai-girlfriend/ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/love-sex/relationships/a64444507/men-asking-chatgpt-for-dating-advice/ https://fut…

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Dazed and Confused with Maris Kreizman 1:15:14

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This week, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Maris Kreizman discuss Dazed and Confused (1993)! Alright, alright, alright! Follow Maris on social media at @mariskreizman | check out her newsletter at www.themarisreview.com | buy her new book I Want to Burn This Place Down wherever books are sold! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Bechdel Cast Midwest Tour Alert! 4:29

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We're going on a Midwest Tour soon and we're covering the STAR WARS PREQUELS! The intersectional feminist discourse you desperately need on Episodes I, II, and III, baby!!! We'll be doing shows in the following cities: Indianapolis - August 30 Chicago - August 31 Madison - September 4 Minneapolis - September 7 Tickets at linktr.ee/bechdelcast See o…

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Fruits Basket Finale (Season 3) (Eps 61-63) 1:27:57

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It's the 100th episode of Shoujo Sundae! In this episode, Giana and Chika review episodes sixty-one through sixty-three of Fruits Basket (2019)! In episode sixty-one, Kyo and Tohru speak honestly about their feelings for one another, and something unexpected happens when he goes to embrace her. The origin of the Sohma family’s curse is revealed and…

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Air Bud with Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays 2:01:30

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On this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guests Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays break all the rules in the podcast rulebook by discussing Air Bud (1997)! P.S. grab tickets to the Bechdel Cast midwest tour at linktr.ee/bechdelcast Follow Lindy on IG at @thelindywest, Meagan at @importantmeagan, and their podcast at @textmebackpod See omnystud…

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The Ultimate Penultimate (Fruits Basket Eps 57-60) 2:11:39

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana review episodes fifty-seven through fifty-nine of Fruits Basket (2019)! In episode fifty-seven, we learn about Ren and Akira’s love story, and the terrible way Ren treated Akito as a child. When Akira dies, a maid gives Akito a box “containing Akira’s soul”. Ren, unaware of what is inside the box, v…

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Perfect Blue with Giana and Chika of Shoujo Sundae 1:29:30

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This week, special guests Chika and Giana, hosts of Shoujo Sundae podcast, join to discuss Perfect Blue (1997). Here's the Substack we reference in the episode -- https://animationobsessive.substack.com/p/the-real-history-of-perfect-blue* Follow Shoujo Sundae on social media at @shoujosundae and check out the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts…

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Fruits Basket Another Manga Review & Shoujo Sundae's 3rd Anniversary! 2:09:59

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika review the manga Fruits Basket Another and celebrate their third anniversary of podcasting! The manga follows the journey of Sawa Mitawa, a sixteen-year-old girl with severe social anxiety due to her abusive mother, as she’s taken in by the next generation of Sohmas as a friend. Her bonds with Mutsu…

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Mermaid Scales and the Town of Sand Manga Discussion (with Asher Sofman) 51:52

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Get ready to go to the beach in this emotionally affecting, short josei series. Mermaid Scales and the Town of Sand by Yoko Komori follows Tokiko, a sixth grader whose parents are recently separated; as a result, she moves with her dad from Tokyo to the small beach town where her mother grew up where legends of merfolk are still honored. As she gra…

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Would You Love Me If I Was A...? (Fruits Basket Eps 54-56) 1:21:10

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika review episodes fifty-four through fifty-six of Fruits Basket (2019)! In episode fifty-four, Rin is missing, causing concern among the younger zodiacs. Hiro tearfully tells Hatsuharu and Kisa the truth about why Akito hurt Rin and Kisa. As a result, Haru confronts Akito. Kureno has Rin taken to the …

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Adventures in Babysitting with Maebe A. Girl 1:29:54

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Don't f**k with the Bechdel Cast on this episode on Adventures in Babysitting (1987) with special guest Maebe A. Girl! Don't forget to grab tickets to our upcoming Midwest Tour at linktr.ee/bechdelcast Follow Maebe A. Girl on Instagram at @maebeagirl and visit https://maebeforstatesenate.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Nightgown Festival (Fruits Basket Eps 51-53) 1:28:51

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana review episodes fifty-one through fifty-three of Fruits Basket (2019)! It’s officially time for season 3 coverage! In episode fifty-one, Akito’s backstory is explored, and her mother Ren is introduced, along with their tumultuous relationship. Tohru laments over not having been able to help Uo with …

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Jaws 1:53:11

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We're gonna need a bigger... Bechdel Cast episode? And we got one with this episode on Jaws (1975)... check out linktr.ee/bechdelcast for our upcoming tour dates in the Midwest! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Blue Crush with Melody Kamali 1:37:27

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Surf's up! Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Melody Kamali are catching waves and talking Blue Crush (2002). Follow Melody on social media at @melodykamali See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Snow White with the Red Hair Manga Discussion Part 2 (with Asher Sofman) 2:13:23

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Ashley and Asher are back to discuss volumes 11 through 20 of Snow White with the Red Hair, and they have a lot more to say this time (most of it is still some variation of "they're so cute!"). The Ashes talk about new characters (Hisame, the Bergat brothers, Lilias folks), the overarching plots (Izana's coronation, Lilias part 2, Sereg assassinati…

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Real Women Have Curves (with new intro!) with Mala Muñoz 1:57:52

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This week, we're re-releasing our episode on Real Women Have Curves with special guest Mala Muñoz -- with a new introduction that contains information and resources on how to support communities impacted by the recent escalation of ICE raids in LA and other areas. Visit linktr.ee/bechdelcast to check out links to the various resources! See omnystud…

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December Riot! (Pride Month 2025 Special) 1:05:01

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In this special episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika read excerpts of Giana’s original queer story, December Riot! Grab your spoon, and let’s dig in! For Giana’s fanfiction, check out her Archive of our Own account: https://archiveofourown.org/users/Anayume/works CONTENTS [0:46] About December Riot! [5:34] Excerpt 1 [14:51] Excerpt 2 [28:24] E…

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Addams Family Values with Ali Nahdee 1:41:09

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This week, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Ali Nahdee head to summer camp to discuss Addams Family Values (1993). Here's Ali's YouTube video about the film - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hf3iHldULIk as well as the pieces we mentioned - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/thanksgiving-coronavirus-health-indigenous-peoples_n_5fbd44bbc5b6e4b1ea464350 …

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Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) with Crystal 1:50:55

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On this episode, Caitlin, Jamie, and special guest Crystal sink their teeth into Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)! Follow Crystal on social media at @crystalwillseeyounow and check out Camp Classics podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Kase-san and Morning Glories ft. Dr. Alex Henderson 1:45:27

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika, Giana, and Dr. Alex Henderson discuss the film Kase-san and Morning Glories! Yamada and Kase have been in a relationship for a while now, and the two navigate their relationship through their third year of high school, and the challenges that come with young love and the possibility of being separated in col…

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Swing Girls with Ayumi Shinozaki 1:34:02

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This week, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Ayumi Shinozaki form a jazz band and discuss Swing Girls (2004)! Follow Ayumi on social media at @ayusheknows, check out her podcast Sparkleside Chats and follow it at @magicalgirlayu, and check out the new podcast Charm Point Radio, coming soon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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ALISON BECHDEL IS ON THE BECHDEL CAST!!! 44:41

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THE MOMENT WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR!!! Very special guest ALISON BECHDEL — ever heard of her??? — joins us to talk about her new comic novel '`Spent,' the Bechdel Test, and more! Check out Alison's website at https://dykestowatchoutfor.com | see her book tour dates at https://dykestowatchoutfor.com/blog | buy her book 'Spent' at https://bookshop.…

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My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 Finale & Abby Trott Interview (Eps 10-13) 2:40:09

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In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika review episodes ten through thirteen of My Love Story with Yamada Kun at Lv999! They also interview voice actress Abby Trott, who played the role of Akane in the show! In episode ten, Tsubaki thinks about how she held back her feelings for Yamada, and worries about losing him to Akane. Meanwhile, Ya…