We are kicking off our four-part journey into the world of fantasy films with a look at the 1985 film, Legend! Megan and Sasha join Erin to discuss their thoughts on the film, Tom Cruise, the treatment of the female character, the importance of Unicorns in the eighties and gush over Tim Curry and The Darkness. Play July's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 243
For this special episode, we have gathered some clips of some of our favorite moments from this year! We take a journey back through the first six months of episodes and bring you moments featuring our Christian F*^%ing Bale Month celebration, some favorite Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock connections, clips from various other episode discussions, and some fun bloopers! Play July's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support ...
Jul 08, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 242
In this special interview episode, Erin sits down with author Tony Roth to discuss his debut novel, Trigger Point. Trigger Point is the first novel in the Nicholas Ford series. It follows midwestern farm boy Nicholas Ford who is deep undercover with the CIA under the alias "Sean Smith." It's 1986 and he's up to his ears in contra rebels, Central American dictators, corrupt officials, and more. Tony sits down with Erin to discuss some of the real-life events that inspired the novel, the joys and ...
Jul 06, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 241
We are back with all the music, book, fanfic, podcast, television, and movie recommendations you can handle! Carla and Meg from Bed, Wed, or Behead Podcast, along with Paula, join Erin to give you all their current pop culture recommendations, tell you their go-to karaoke songs, and play a very interesting round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock. Note from host: I have Covid, so apologies for any audio errors. Thank you for listening! Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win ...
Jul 01, 2022•2 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 240
We wrap up Pride Month with a look at Lady Gaga! Angela, Judy, and Susi join Erin to discuss Lady Gaga's music, her acting career, what she means to the community, and much more! Note from host: I have Covid, so apologies for any audio errors. Thank you for listening! Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.c...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 239
We continue our Pride Celebration with a look at the brilliant filmmaker, and human being, John Waters! Erin's Podcast Brain Twin Jenn, from My Streaming Bubble, joins your host to discuss John's early career, his more "mainstream" films, why his films are important, and much more! Plus, they play a fun game of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock with a little Six Degrees of Nicolas Cage thrown in for fun! Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthin...
Jun 24, 2022•2 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 238
We continue our Pride Month celebration with a discussion about The L Word: Generation Q! Erin A. joins your Erin M. to discuss how the show mixes some of the original cast with some new characters, how the show handles representation, the storylines, and what we want to see in season three. Spoilers for both seasons one and two. Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...
Jun 22, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 237
We wrap up our Queer as Folk character deep dives with a look at Brian Kinney! E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish and Danelle join Erin again to discuss Brian Kinney's journey throughout the show. They discuss his relationship with Justin, his cancer diagnosis, talk about whether or not he is a narcissist, rave about Gale Harold's performance, and much more. TW: we very briefly mention suicidal ideation. Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthi...
Jun 17, 2022•2 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 236
We continue our Queer as Folk character deep dives with a look at Justin Taylor. E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish and Danelle join Erin again to discuss Justin "Sunshine" Taylor's journey through the five seasons of Queer as Folk. They talk about his relationship with Brian, his PTSD, the importance of his art, and much more! Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsa...
Jun 15, 2022•2 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 235
We continue our Queer as Folk journey with a deep dive into the character Michael Novotny! Carla from Bed, Wed, or Behead podcast, E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish, and Danelle join Erin to discuss Michael's journey throughout the series. They tackle his relationship with Brian, his jealousy over Justin, Hunter coming into his life, creating Rage, and much more! Plus, we put out a call for some help with our Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock intro song. Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a ...
Jun 10, 2022•3 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 234
We are revisiting the wonderful Queer as Folk with a look at the characters Ted and Emmett! E'shel from Liberty Diner Dish and Danelle join Erin for this in-depth discussion about the characters Ted and Emmett from Queer as Folk. They talk about Emmett and Ted's relationship, Ted's addiction, other relationships, our love for Peter Paige and Scott Lowell, and much more! Make sure to check out Liberty Diner Dish! They are currently out of stock of the "Poor Ted" shirts, but hope to have more avai...
Jun 08, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 233
We kick off our annual celebration of Pride Month with a look at Love, Simon and Love, Victor! Bex from Big Reputations Pod joins Erin to discuss their overall thoughts on the film and the television show, the importance of representation within the LGBTQIA+ community, the family reactions, the friends, and much more! Play June's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandom...
Jun 03, 2022•2 hr 58 min•Season 1Ep. 232
We wrap up our comedy celebration with a look at the much-loved show Happy Endings! Carla from Bed, Wed, or Behead, E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish, and Tiff join Erin to discuss the characters, their favorite episodes, how the show handled sexuality with the character of Max, and what we would have wanted to see happen to the characters if the show had not been canceled. Plus, we play another exciting game of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock with a little bit of a twist. Play June's "Six Degrees of ...
Jun 01, 2022•2 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 231
Our comedy month keeps on going with a discussion about It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia! Lauren and Rachel, the hosts of Sort of Brilliant Podcast, along with Judy, join Erin to discuss their favorite episodes, the characters, how the show handled Mac coming out, and more! And we play a very interesting round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock. Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://w...
May 27, 2022•2 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 230
In this special episode, Erin sits down with award-winning thriller writer Jodé Millman to discuss her latest Queen City Crime Series novel, Hooker Avenue. Jodé discusses the true crime that inspired the novel, what she learned while writing it, the importance of writing strong female characters, offers some advice for writers, and much more! To learn more about Jodé Millman and her writer's law school, visit her website at: https://www.jodemillman.com/bio.htm. To be a potential interview guest ...
May 25, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 229
Our comedy month rolls on with a look at How I Met Your Mother. Megan joins Erin to discuss favorite moments, the characters, the problematic elements, and discuss the ending and how it let the fans down. Plus, we play another round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock! Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/i...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 228
We continue our comedy month with a look at the classic Fox sitcom Married... With Children! Carla Temis from Bed, Wed, or Behead and your host's Podcast Brain Twin Jenn Owens from My Streaming Bubble, join Erin to discuss their favorite moments, and the characters and discuss whether or not the show went too far. Plus, we play another round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock and come up with a new dance craze involving our unofficial vice mascot! You know when the Wild Women of Podcasting are toge...
May 18, 2022•2 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 227
We continue our comedy celebration with a look at Community! Carla Temis from Bed, Wed, Behead, Jacki Dominique, and Paula Strickland join Erin to discuss their favorite episodes, the characters, the issue with Chevy Chase, representation, and why Joel McHale is so darn sexy in the show. Plus, we play another round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock. Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https...
May 13, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 226
We continue our comedy month celebration with a look at New Girl! Meg Griffin from Bed, Wed, Behead Podcast, Susie Segura, and Tiffany Smith join Erin to discuss the characters, their favorite guest spots, the joy of having healthy male friendships on screen, and play the easiest round of Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock! For the full and unedited episode, watch here: https://youtu.be/esw0tgasmQ0. Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.co...
May 11, 2022•2 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 225
We continue our comedy month with a look at the show One Day At a Time. Rebecca Salois from Big Reputations Pod joins Erin to discuss their favorite episodes, the Alvarez family, how the show tackles representation and mental illness, and more! TW: Anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicide, substance abuse. Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. ...
May 06, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 224
We kick off our comedy month celebration with a look at Ted Lasso. Judy Alsip, Rebecca Salois, from Big Reputations Pod, and Susi Segura join Erin to discuss the characters, some of their favorite episodes, ships, the handling of mental health, and representation. We also kick off a new weekly segment, "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock"! TW: Anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicide. Play May's "Six Degrees of Finn Wittrock" for a chance to win some merch: https://itsafandomthingpod.com/finn/ Be s...
May 04, 2022•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 223
We wrap up our Ryan Murphy discussion with a look at 9-1-1. Carla Temis and Meg Griffin, from Bed, Wed, or Behead podcast, along with Susi Segura, join Erin to discuss their favorite episodes, characters, talk about the copeganda in the show, discuss how the show queerbaits, and other issues with representation. TW: Queerbaiting, domestic violence, mentions of suicide, and homophobia. For the full and unedited version, head on over to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOaQvZ...
Apr 29, 2022•2 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 222
We continue our journey into the world of Ryan Murphy with a look at Hollywood. Susi Segura joins Erin to discuss how well, or not so well, the show handles representation, the characters, and delves into a deep critique of Ryan Murphy in general. TW: Racism, Homophobia, Sexual Harassment, and Assault. Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpod Twitter: @fandomthingpod Instagram: @itsafandomthingpod...
Apr 27, 2022•2 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 221
We continue our revisit of Ryan Murphy with a look at The Normal Heart. E'Shel from Liberty Diner Dish and Jenn from My Streaming Bubble join Erin to discuss the importance of the film, the cast, the U.S.'s response to the AIDS crisis, and much more! TW: Extensive talk about homophobia. Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpod Twitter: @fandomthingpod Instagram: @itsafandomthingpod You can also pi...
Apr 22, 2022•2 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 220
We kick off Ryan Murphy revisited with a deep dive into Ratched! Erin's Finn Crew, Crissy Jackson, Jenn Owens from My Streaming Bubble, and Susi Segura join your host to discuss the characters, the treatment of mental illness, what they want to see in a second season and spend just a little bit of time raving about Finn Wittrock's performance. TW: Mental abuse, sexual abuse, and suicide. For the unedited live version, head on over to our YouTube page: https://youtu.be/JqSN9g73suE. Be sure to sup...
Apr 20, 2022•2 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 219
Join us as we take a dive into the Christian Slater classic Pump Up the Volume! Danelle Beauvais and Sara Barnaik join Erin to discuss their favorite scenes, needle drops, why Mark is such a great character, how the film tackles social issues, the Gen X of it all, and spend some time talking about how they all crushed hard on Christian Slater. Please note the trigger warning. We do talk about depression and suicide for part of this discussion. Talk hard! Be sure to support us on Patreon: https:/...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 218
For this episode, we discuss the cult comedy classic Office Space! Meg Griffin, Paula Strickland, and Tanya Cook join Erin to discuss their favorite scenes, lines, and characters, how it relates to real-life office and restaurant work, and what we would do if we had a million dollars. So put on your fifteen pieces of flair, grab your stapler, and sit back and enjoy this episode! Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook....
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 117
We are celebrating Rex Manning Day with a look at the cult classic Empire Records! Danelle Beauvais, Erin Amos, and Jenn Owens from My Streaming Bubble join Erin M. to discuss their favorite scenes, needle drops, characters, the handling of depression, the loss of the record store, and more! Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpod Twitter: @fandomthingpod Instagram: @itsafandomthingpod Cover art ...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 216
In this episode, we discuss the Richard Linklater classic Dazed and Confused! Jenn Owens from My Streaming Bubble, Megan Archuleta, and Sara Barnaik join Erin to discuss their favorite scenes, needle drops, characters, how it relates to their high school experience, and examine the character of Wooderson. It's a fun one! Be sure to support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpod Twitter: @fandomthingpod Instagram: ...
Apr 06, 2022•2 hr 57 min•Season 1Ep. 215
For this episode, we take a dive into some celebrity conspiracies and try and decide which ones we believe. Carla Temis, Meg Griffin, and Paula Strickland join Erin to discuss conspiracy theories involving Lourde, Brittany Spears, Stephen King, Kenau Reeves, Nicolas Cage, Megan Fox, Anne Hathaway, Justin Bieber, Jennifer Anniston, Supernatural, and more! Plus, Erin reveals two very intriguing Ryan Murphy conspiracies. Reference these two pics when you get to the Ryan Murphy section: Murphy Faves...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 214
