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We're popping in with a check-in chat quickly discussing our initial thoughts on episodes one and two of Heated Rivalry!
This long-awaited adaptation is finally here. If you were sick of us (Emily, mostly, let's be honest) before, it's only going to get worse from here!
In this brief bonus episode, we're talking our expectations, viewing experiences, initial reactions, and even discussing the popularity of MM romance as a genre.
Let us know what you thought & if you'd like us to keep doing this for future episodes. We are ever at your service <3
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You can also follow Emily on TikTok and Instagram at @emilyrojasreads and Abigail is on TikTok at @fabigail11.
Chapters
1. Warning And Setup (00:00:00)
2. Show Intro And Callouts (00:00:31)
3. Mini Episode Focus: Heated Rivalry (00:00:46)
4. Reviews And Follows (00:00:58)
5. Community Watch Parties (00:01:31)
6. Audiobook Gripes And Book Headspace (00:02:43)
7. Watch Experiences: Phone Vs TV (00:05:25)
8. Expectations Set By Other Adaptations (00:06:39)
9. Surprise: Acting And On-Screen Chemistry (00:07:55)
10. Timeline Changes And Texting Tension (00:09:30)
11. Stakes: Careers, Country, And Closets (00:11:00)
12. Sex Scenes As Storytelling (00:12:09)
13. Character Details And Gut-Punch Moments (00:14:05)
14. Justice For Shane (00:15:24)
15. Family Dynamics And Added Backstory (00:16:40)
16. Accents, Language, And Craft (00:18:20)
17. Identity, Pressure, And Representation (00:20:05)
18. Rivalry, Trust, And Sports Culture (00:22:15)
19. Why Women Love MM Romance (00:24:05)
20. Boundaries, Authorship, And Respect (00:26:10)
21. Adaptation Dream: Series Over Movie (00:28:10)
22. Support The Show And Hopes For Season Two (00:29:15)
23. Closing And Future Minis (00:30:15)
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