It’s a Fandom Thing

Join us each week as we explore all things fandom and pop culture from the female perspective. Hosted by Erin Marlow.

TV & Film
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Interview with Tara Jabbari
In this special episode, Erin interviews Tara Jabbari about parasocial relationships and how they have changed in the age of social media. We also talk about what we do when our favorites turn out to be horrible people...
132 min
377
International Media
In this episode, Erin Amos and Sasha San Andres join Erin to discuss ten of their favorite pieces of international media. They mention everything from music to film to comedy to horror. It is a fun little conversation.
73 min
378
Preview of Bonus: Freaks and Geeks
In this special subscriber-only Bonus episode, Erin Amos, Jacki Dominique, Jill Richards, and Rebecca Jacobson join Erin to discuss the cult favorite Freaks and Geeks! We discuss which group we relate to, the characters, the music, and more! Thank you to our monthly supporters!
10 min
379
Lin-Manuel Miranda
In this episode, Judy Alsip and Susi Segura join Erin to discuss Lin-Manuel Miranda. They discuss In the Heights and some of the issues surrounding the film adaptation, Hamilton, and the cultural impact Lin-Manuel Miranda has had.
95 min
380
Scare Me
In honor of the release of Josh Ruben's latest movie, Werewolves Within, we delve deep into his film from last year, Scare Me! Carla Temis and Erin Amos join Erin Marlow to discuss the characters, their favorite stories, the ending, and what the movie is saying about the fragile white male ego.
134 min
381
RuPaul's Drag Race
We wrap up our celebration of Pride Month with a discussion about the show RuPaul's Drag Race! Megan Archuleta and Susi Segura join Erin to discuss their favorite Queens, the lasting impact of the show, and some problematic elements.
75 min
382
Our Favorite LGBTQIA+ Characters
We continue our celebration of Pride Month, with a discussion about some of our favorite LGBTQIA+ characters. Carla Temis and Meg Griffin join Erin to talk about everything from television to film to fanfic. It's a fun conversation with a few tangents thrown in.
116 min
383
Schitt's Creek: Revisited
We continue our Pride Month celebration by visiting Schitt's Creek again. Carla Temis, Joyce McCall, Meg Griffin, and Sara Barnaik join Erin to discuss how the show handles sexuality and the lasting impact.
141 min
384
Queer As Folk: Revisited
We continue our celebration of Pride Month by revisiting Queer as Folk! Carla Temis, Danelle Beauvais, along with E'Shel and Ken from Liberty Diner Dish Podcast, join Erin for this fun and thoughtful discussion.
170 min
385
Fanfic Discussion: Ninety One Whiskey
We are continuing our celebration of pride with a discussion about the Destiel Fanfic, Ninety One Whiskey. Carla Temis, Judy Alsip, Meg Griffin, and Tanya Cook join Erin to talk about the AU setting, the characterization, the ending, and the importance of fanfic.
151 min
386
Orange Is the New Black
We continue our celebration of Pride Month with a discussion about the show Orange Is the New Black. Erin Amos and Judy Alsip joined Erin to discuss some of their favorite storylines, what the show gets right and wrong about representation, the handling of mental illness, and the finale.
93 min
387
George Michael
We continue our celebration of Pride Month with a discussion about George Michael. Carla Temis from Bed, Wed, Behead, and Jesse from Sudden but Inevitable, joined me for this wonderful discussion about the lasting impact of George Michael's music.
102 min
388
Brokeback Mountain
We continue our celebration of our Pride Month with a discussion about the film, Brokeback Mountain. Danelle Beauvais and E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish Podcast join Erin to discuss the characters, the cultural impact, and Heath Ledger's legacy.
101 min
389
Moonlight
We kick off Pride Month with a discussion about the film, Moonlight. Carla Temis joins Erin for this great discussion. We talk about the different chapters, the importance of representation, The significance of the Oscar win, and go on some fun tangents. It's a heavy one, but important.
137 min
390
Thelma & Louise
In this episode, Carla Temis and Sasha San Andres join Erin to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Thelma & Louise. They talk about how groundbreaking the film was, discuss how little things have changed, talk about the ending, gush about Michael Madsen, and talk about that Brad Pitt scene.
111 min
391
Bridesmaids
In this episode, Carla Temis join Erin to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the film, Bridesmaids!
102 min
392
The Sometimes Toxic Relationship Between Fandom...
In this episode, Carla Temis, E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish, and Meg Griffin join Erin to discuss the sometimes toxic side of fandom and celebrity. We discuss the positives and negatives of social media, the lines between reality and fiction, celebrities using social media to go after fans and discuss the Jeremy Renner App, which helped inspire this episode.
131 min
393
Fandom Confessions
In this episode, Carla Temis, Erin Amos, Meg Griffin, and Tiffany Smith join Erin Marlow to admit to some fandom confessions. They talk about things that might get them kicked out of fandom, fandoms they wish were bigger, things they might not like that others love, and your host reveals a love for a performance that may just have some running for the hills.
119 min
394
Chuck
In this episode, Erin Amos joins Erin Marlow to talk about Erin A.'s favorite television show, Chuck! She discusses some of her favorite episodes, her love for Zachary Levi, the characters, the ending, and more!
86 min
395
The One Where We Talk About Friends
In this episode, Carla Temis and Susi Segura join Erin to discuss Friends! We talk about some of our favorite moments, episodes, the characters, some of the issues with the show, and debate Ross Gellar.
168 min
396
To All The Boys: The Movies
In this episode, Angela Teo, Carla Temis, Meg Griffin, and Megan Archuleta join Erin to discuss the To All The Boys movies. They talk about each movie, the positive portrayals, and go on elaborate journeys to explore where Peter and Laura Jean end up. We spoil the movies!
138 min
397
Bates Motel
In this episode, Jenn, from My Streaming Bubble Podcast, and Tiffany Smith join Erin to discuss one of your host's favorite shows, Bates Motel! They talk about the toxic relationship between Norman and Norma, the Bates family overall, the ending, and fawn over Dylan's character.
162 min
398
This Is Us
In this episode, Judy Alsip joins Erin to discuss the television show, This Is Us. They talk about the Pearsons, the other characters, how they want the show to end, and the show's emotional impact.
110 min
399
Psych
In this episode, Carla Temis, Marty and Meg Griffin, and Tiffany Smith join Erin to discuss the television show, Psych! They talk about their favorite episodes, the characters and their relationships, and the series finale.
103 min
400
The Oscars
In this episode, Angela Teo and Erin Amos join Erin Marlow to discuss their Oscar predictions, mention some snubs, and Erin A. and Angela go on a rant about Mank!
91 min