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Riverdale High AV Club

Megan and Ezrariverdalehighav.club
Sibling duo Megan and Ezra explore all things Archie, diving deep into the history of the Riverdale gang. Join them at the Chok'lit Shoppe and get to know the colorful characters who have inspired eighty years of comics, all while laughing, learning, and exploring every corner of the globe. After all, who doesn't love a redheaded boy?
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Episodes

Highlight Reel - All about Pop Tate and the Chok'lit Shoppe!

Our final trip in the Wayback Machine finds us at the beloved Chok'lit Shoppe, with the ever welcoming Pop Tate! Original Description: Megan and Ezra visit a beloved friend of Archie and the gang, our very own Terry "Pop" Tate. Take a glimpse into the soda fountain that inspired Pop's Chok'lit Shoppe, and remember a harrowing close of when Pop almost closed his doors for good. First Aired: 2/25/2020

Feb 02, 202146 min

Highlight Reel - It's Reggie this time!

Today we again travel back in time to the episode "Portrait of Reggie as a Young Man" where we learn all about the bad boy you love to hate - Reginald "Reggie" Mantle! Original Description: Today your hosts Megan and Ezra take a long look at the misguided young man who so often finds himself clashing with our red-headed hero. We, of course, mean bad boy-prankster Reggie Mantle. First Aired: 6/2/2020

Jan 26, 20211 hr 5 min

Highlight Reel - This one is about the Blossom Twins!

After another trip in the Wayback Machine we are greeted with the beautiful "Spring Blossoms" of the nearby town of Pembrooke, Cheryl and Jason Blossom that is! Original Description: As spring blossoms begin to burst forth all around us, your hosts spend a little time with a different kind of blossom, Cheryl Blossom, and her pesky twin brother Jason! First Aired: 3/31/2020

Jan 19, 202153 min

Feed Drop! Interview with the Vixen brought to you by the Island Library Podcast

Join us, for a special treat! This episode is our very first feed drop, but Jodie and Laura at the Island Library Podcast! You may remember them from such episodes, as our last one, where they joined us to talk about Interview with the Vixen Field Notes on Love! In this episode they both discuss Interview with the Vixen, and answer that timeless question - will the book make it to the Island Library bookshelf?? Check out the Island Library on social media, and tell them we said "Hi" from Riverda...

Jan 12, 202154 min

RHS Book Club: Crossover Episode w/ the Island Library Podcast!

Welcome to the Riverdale High School Book Club! We're joined today by the amazing hosts of the Island Library Podcast, Jodie and Laura! In this episode we discuss Interview with the Vixen by Rebecca Barrow, and Field Notes on Love by Jennifer E. Smith! There are spoilers for both books, so be prepared! Visit the Island Library website at theislandlibrary.com Don't forget to check out their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/theislandlibrary...

Jan 08, 20211 hr 2 min

Highlight Reel - The Jughead Episode!

We're going to jump into the Wayback Machine, and visit one of our earlies episodes, "Eyes Closed Jughead"! Original Description: Today hosts Megan and Ezra deliver on a forgotten promise with an episode focused on our woman-hating, burger loving, best-friend Jughead! Megan introduces a new segment, with a challenge to listeners, and we hear another tale of the macabre and terrifying with a new segment of Bizzarchie. First Aired: 1/28/2020

Jan 05, 202145 min

Feed Update - We're taking a short break!

Hey pals - a quick feed update from Megan and Ezra! After all the madness of 2020, we're going to recharge our podcast meters by taking the month of January off from new episodes. But never fear, our feed will not go silent this month! We will be airing a few of our favorite episodes from the past year, as well as some bonus content to keep you entertained! Thank you for listening, we truly couldn't do this without you. We will be back next month bright eyed and bushy tailed to discuss everyone'...

Jan 02, 20216 min

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.7

We spend a little holiday time with the Spellman family as they take part in the annual witch tradition, the "Feast of Feasts"! A gruesome tradition that Sabrina decides must be stopped, much to the dismay of Queen of the Feast, Prudence.

Jan 01, 20211 hr 4 min

55. The Human Equivalent of Freshly Fallen Snow

Join us at the Chok'lit Shoppe as the ball drops, and the year turns over at long last to 2021! Your hosts Megan and Ezra spend some time discussing the nature of time in Archie comics, before getting into another hot segment of Lil Tales, taking us into the life and times of Archie Andrews, but lil! Next up we tune into Betty and her struggles to find a resolution she can actually keep in the new year, and everyone in town seems to have something to say about it! As we bring this episode to a c...

Dec 29, 202056 minEp. 55

You can't have Christmas without Archie!

Happy Holidays from Megan, Ezra, and the whole gang! We couldn't let Christmas go by without talking about Jingles, the brownie from the North Pole that for some reason is a staple among the holiday comics. We discuss the origin, and the almost end of Jingles, along with a touching moment from Veronica, and a brand new game from Ezra! Have a safe and merry holiday season dear listeners!

Dec 24, 202045 min

54. Archie All Day

In our Anniversary Finale Megan and Ezra talk about the wacky redhead himself, big boy around town - Archie Andrews! He might not be our favorite character, but he's certainly beloved by the ladies of Riverdale, and we leave no stone unturned in this episode. We play another round of Through the Ages while we travel back in visit Archie and his exploits throughout the decades. We also discuss a few of the hats that Archie has tried on, and a little bit about his bitter end. On another note, than...

Dec 22, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 54

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.6

We have some demonic fallout this week in "An Exorcism in Greendale", where Sabrina takes on the demon in possession of Jesse Putnam. With some help from Harvey, and the powerful witches in her life she tries her best to make things right, but all the while her friends find themselves haunted by demons of their own.

Dec 18, 20201 hr 2 min

53. Va-Va-Veronica!

Today we're getting the full scoop on the darling of the society pages, Veronica Lodge! Join us for another round of Through the Ages, challenging Ezra to pair the comic to the decade. We discuss all things Veronica, and even take a voyage to Germany for a bit of Christmas cheer! Thank you for joining us friends!

Dec 15, 20201 hr 18 minEp. 53

52. It's the Betty Episode!

In celebration of our one year podcast anniversary we're dedicating this episode to everyone's favorite blonde, Betty Cooper! We start off with a game of Betty "Through the Ages" from Megan, challenging Ezra to match the comic to it's era. Then we get into a discussion of everything that makes Betty Cooper the caring and supportive friend that everyone in Riverdale loves. Friends, thank you for joining us for this episode, and each episode. We really hold dear you support, and wish you well this...

Dec 08, 202056 minEp. 52

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.5

Sabrina and the Spellman household all experience "Dreams in a Witch House" when they are visited by a sleep demon seeking revenge. We see the darkest nightmares of each member of the family as they fight against their own minds to keep the demon from escaping.

Dec 04, 20201 hr 7 min

51. Lofi Chill Santa

Join Megan and Ezra in a sleigh ride of Christmas cheer perfect to set your spirits high for this holiday season. First Ezra takes us along on a Bizzarchie full of danger, diamonds, and children's choir. The perfect stocking stuffer! Next we have a Holiday Winter Christmas themed Unnamed Game from Megan, featuring a sext Santa suit, a couple snow days, and the rising star of Riverdale! Stay safe and warm out there folks, we love you!

Dec 01, 202050 minEp. 51

50. Normal Dude Pants

With our amazing skills of wordplay we can take you to continents and isles undreamed so buckle up, dear listener! Megan takes us into the life of real and completely relatable teenagers with a new segment - Totally Teens! Next up we travel down that waterfall of fun in a Rivers of Laughter segment, learning about comic artist and writer Seymour Reit! We love you, and hope you are keeping yourself safe out there! If you enjoy our show, give us a review or rating at https://www.podchaser.com/RIVE...

Nov 24, 202050 minEp. 50

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.4

In "Witch Academy" Hillary Duff Sabrina Spellman gets her first taste of the Academy of Unseen Arts with an weekend of magic classes. While she's gone the rest of the gang gets into some shenanigans, and Hilda and Ambrose exercise some poor judgement.

Nov 20, 20201 hr 10 min

49. Razzle Dazzle Frazzle: An Interview with Rebecca Barrow

In this very special episode we're joined by the author of Archie Horror title "Interview with the Vixen", Rebecca Barrow! Topics of discussion include Spooksville, Twilight, Sabrina through the ages, and Murder basements! Of course it wouldn't be our show without a game, so we challenged Rebecca to a round of Betty OR Veronica, to test her knowledge of Archie's favorite gals. Find Rebecca on Twitter and Instagram: @RebeccaKBarrow! Pick up a copy of "Interview with the Vixen" to read while you w...

Nov 17, 202055 minEp. 49

48. Jughead is Scooby Doo

In this episode Ezra teaches us about Archie comic icon Dan DeCarlo in a Rivers of Laughter segment, including the origin of Josie, of Pussycats fame! We also have a slightly spooky Bizzarchie from Megan, featuring an initiation, a crime ring, and a giggling ghost! We close this week on a remembrance of some Archie comic ads from back in the day. Do you have any good comic ads? Send them our way!

Nov 10, 202050 minEp. 48

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.3

In "The Trial of Sabrina Spellman" we venture into Night Court, where Sabrina is being sued by the Devil himself. She isn't going down without a fight though, and finds a mortal/witch/lawyer guy to help her. Also in this episode, Ambrose gets some action, and Ros takes on Principal Hawthorne!

Nov 06, 20201 hr 11 min

47. Jugini's, Anyone?

Things are rough out there, so please enjoy a hot and toasty Unnamed Game from Megan, about the best way to keep cool on a hot, hot day! Ezra presents us with a brand new segment, Lil Tales, designed to torture Megan, and entertain you! Lil Archie is a bad friend, and Pop is a little bit heartless in this one. Also, Jugini is a better name than Jugdini, fight me. We wrap up with a discussion of Archie television through the years, and the wonderful voice acting of various timelines. Jugini Recip...

Nov 03, 202050 minEp. 47

46. Halloween Hole: An Archie Halloween Spooktacular!

Dive into the Halloween Hole with your hosts Megan and Ezra as they pull out all the stops in this Halloween Spooktacular! First, Megan brings us an Unnamed Game filled with g-g-g-ghosts! Did Megan create the theater ghost, the different theater ghost, or a third theater ghost? Will Ezra solve the puzzle? All credit to Madeline for the creation of Waldo Bisney. Next, Ezra brings us a lil Bizzarchie, where we learn the secrets of the "mummy case" and witness the shocking horror within. Listen wit...

Oct 27, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 46

RHS Public Access: CAOS 1.2

In the "Dark Baptism" Sabrina struggles to find her path, unsure if she should choose the path of night or the path of light. Along the way she enlists the help of the Weird Sisters to induce some more trauma, has some fun at a cool teen party, and ultimately, makes a decision that will change her life.

Oct 23, 20201 hr 14 min

45. Face Dog or Hand Beaver?

Today we check out some hot Archie merch, and discuss how much of a simp Archie may or may not be. Then Ezra takes us on a journey into a horrible beaver-based dystopia in an Archie Out of Context, where we bask in the magic of Justin Beaver. Next up, we have a Bizzarchie featuring yet another plot to "take from the rich, and give to the richer" at a charity costume ball. And they would have gotten away with it too, if it weren't for that pesky Archie!

Oct 20, 202055 minEp. 45

44. There's a Light on at the Old Van Helsing Place

Ezra puts Megan to the ultimate test in this episode with the hardest Archie comics quiz ever. Will she survive to co-host another show? Only this episode knows for sure. Then we have an Unnamed Game from Megan - Halloween Party edition! Ezra must guess between an identity stealing caper featuring the Blossom Twins, some misplaced magic from Sabrina and the girls, or the eternal question of who Halloween really belongs to, children, parents, or teens? Megan gets tossed back in the hot seat with ...

Oct 13, 202053 minEp. 44

RHS Public Access: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (CAOS) 1.1

Join your favorite Archie lovers Megan and Ezra for season 1 of the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina! In "October Country" we meet Sabrina Spellman herself, her family and friends, and learn about the heartbreaking decision she must make in just a matter of days. If you enjoy listening to RHS: Public Access, let us know! We'd love to hear from you at riverdalehighav@gmail.com, or on any of our social media pages, links at riverdalehighav.club!

Oct 09, 20201 hr 10 min

43. My Tinder Archie

Curl up and join your hosts today with a cat for your lap, a snickerdoodle for your mouth, an Archie for your heart. This episode brings us the conclusion of the Love Showdown, featuring some of Cheryl's classic wackiness, and wrapping up the arc into a whole new era of Riverdale - one where Cheryl Blossom is here to stay. Up next, Ezra blesses us with a brand new set of Fantabulous Contrabulations that include Reggie being a cad, Moose getting a brain injury, and Archie having the magic in him ...

Oct 06, 202052 minEp. 43

42. Beautiful and Upsetting

This week your podcast friends take a listener recommendation and dive into "Once Upon a Tune" with the Archie's in a very weird comic traveling through time and space, in which Archie rightfully should have been killed several times over. Then we follow up the Love Showdown covered last week with the Love Showdown Special, where we find that the more things change, the more they stay the same...or do they?? Check out our recommendation for this week: "Why? The Podcast" at whythepodcast.com or o...

Sep 29, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 42

41. Saturated Youth

This week we get to learn a little bit about how the boys in Riverdale think about the girls they love in "The Trouble With Girls". You can tell from the title it won't be problematic at all! Next, we learn about some Archie comic history, with a deep dive into "The Love Showdown". This comic changed the course of history in Riverdale, and things have never been the same. Check out our recommendation for this week: "Why? The Podcast" at whythepodcast.com or on your favorite podcatcher! Luke and ...

Sep 22, 20201 hrEp. 41
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