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The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast

The Blume Saloon

A hilarious and nostalgic journey through all the Judy Blume books, hosted by Jody Worthington and Molly Sanchez. With Scotch-fueled dramatic readings and deep dives into "70s and "80s nostalgia, boobs, boners, and bullies, this show ain"t for kids. Join them every other week as they delve into a few more chapters from a favorite Judy novel!

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157. Twerking in a Stylized Manner

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/07/16

"The Luckiest Girl," chapters 9-10. It's Beverly Cleary's 1958 teen novel about first love in a strange land, and things ain't looking good. Shelly and Philip have a serious chat and it does not go as she'd hoped. There's a lot of homesickness and a raucous, disappointing basketball game with paper pom poms and an electric(!) megaphone. Jody and Alison create outsider art, play 1958 TV commercials, and perform dramatic readings. It's a Judy Blume book club. Join us every week!

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156. Cold November Rain

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/07/02

"The Luckiest Girl," chapters 7-8. Jody and Alison are loving this 1958 Beverly Cleary novel about Shelley Latham and her magical year in SoCal. There's an epic barn dance with wagon wheels and highly flammable hay, an ALMOST kiss from hunky Philip, and a shockingly bad report card. Your hosts chat about Benson Bubblers, Commercial Curriculums, and reenact the pivotal scenes with dramatic flair. Special thanks to Blume Head Molly for her letter about high school journalism (go, Scots!).

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54:48

155. Seaman Hat

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/06/25

“The Luckiest Girl,” chapters 5-6. Beverly Cleary transports us back to 1958, where Shelly is interviewed in The Bastion and makes a BOLD move, Luke is crowned Queen of the May, and Katie wears salad to the big dance. Alison and Jody chat about school newspaper names, Reese Witherspoon’s toes, and sperm headwear. Dramatic readings and implausible theories abound. It’s a Judy Blume Book club. Join us every week!

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154. Blessings On Thee, Frisbie Gerard

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/06/18

"The Luckiest Girl," chapter 4. Join Jody and Al for Beverly Cleary's wholesome 1958 tale of Shelly Latham, a Portland gal in SoCal. Shelly receives WRITTEN PROOF that mysterious Phil's into her, but it's Hartley who takes her on the donut date. There's more Michie family laundry, weird food combos, and general Katie tomfoolery. Jody reveals some shocking news about Margaritaville Las Vegas and presents a Special Report on laundry sprinkling. Alison chats about the joy of domestic chores and sounds

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53:57

153. Rice Instead of Noods

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/06/11

"The Luckiest Girl," chapters 2-3. In this charming 1958 Beverly Cleary novel, Shelley makes it to San Sebastian and snobs out over smudge pots, dry riverbeds, long bedrooms, and old high school towels. But some witchy Michie moonlight laundry really turns her around. At school, she meets heavy-handed Hartley and Sunburned Philip, and wins the day via donut holes. Join Jody and Alison for some chat about faux Stroganoff, bathroom layouts, and Cheesecake Factory. Thanks to Blume Head Dawn for her

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152. Dollar From a Guy Named Kurt

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/06/05

"The Luckiest Girl", chapter 1. It's high time for some Beverly Cleary (who famously inspired Judy Blume's writing), so we're riding a jetliner back to 1958 – the year of hula hoops, Auntie Mame, quiz show scandals, and Shelley Latham! Jody briefs us on world events and inventions, while Alison reports on music, movies, and TV. They also chat about Beverly's life, literary works, and achievements. In the novel, Shelley pulverizes some roses, pleads for a dirty rain slicker, and decides to break out

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60:35

Odds and Ends #18: Old Millennials Crossover

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/05/28

Special bonus crossover! Alison joins Emilie and Margaux on the Old Millennials podcast to chat about American Girl Dolls in honor of their 35th anniversary! They discuss their obsession with the catalogs, the longing for a doll, and the overall joy in remembering something from childhood that wasn't outrageously problematic. See you next week for our NEW BOOK, "The Luckiest Girl" by Beverly Cleary. Be sure to follow Old Millennials on Instagram at @theoldmillennialspod and check out more episodes

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Odds and Ends #17: Sally + Stuck in Stoneybrook

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/05/21

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," the appendix! Dedicated to all things Sally: a brief history of baton twirling, sex ed in the 1940s, child psychology, Howard Hughes' cantilevered bra design, everything you wanted to know about Creme de Cacao, and Esther Williams' dalliance with LSD. Esme and Anne from the Stuck in Stoneybrook podcast join Alison and Jody for Judy Blume deep cuts and chat about animal sex. We also read two wonderful listener letters (thank you Sherie and Dustin!). AND

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34:54

151. Like Fish

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/05/07

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 25-26. Sayonara Sally! The Freedmans get ready to head back to Jersey, but not before Sally ambush-kisses Peter behind the Temple and swaps secrets with Douglas. Alison and Jody reenact some classic Judy moments and discuss Taylor Swift internet fandom and laptops from the '90s. It's a Judy Blume book club. Join us every week! PS – RIP Mr. Zavodsky.

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150. Miss Toenails

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/04/30

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 23-24. The penultimate episode of this marvelous Judy Blume kidlit novel! Sally's up for 5th grade Posture Queen, Andrea gets a new kitten, Douglas wants to see some boobs, Bubbles is with child, and Sally has some good D&M's with Ma Fanny and Doey. Oh, and there's a Goodyear Blimp trip! Jody and Alison do their usual dramatic readings and chat about Friendly Plastic, avoiding helicopters, and the subtle art of worrying as it pertains to the

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47:39

149. Your Friend and Relative

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/04/23

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 21-22. In this Judy Blume kidlit classic, Sally receives some painterly Peter intel and a masterful passive aggressive letter from Chrissy. Andrea gets mad (again), Omar meets a tragic fate (you're always in our hearts!), and mom dodges the sex talk. Jody and Alison read an illuminating letter from Blume Head Danielle about British Ballet, Miami's Monkey Jungle, and an unnamed friend of Margaret O'Brien. There's also a new creepy Daddy song du jour

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148. Ballet Shoe Battle Royale

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/04/09

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 19-20. Sally has a foot fungus and gets competitive over Margaret O'Brien's ballet slipper, Douglas finds a crunchy surprise in his chow mein, and Peter Hornstein rudely compares Sally to New Girl Jackie. Jody and Alison obsess over this wonderful Judy Blume novel about friends, frenemies, and family set in 1940s Miami Beach. Get ready for some great(?) dramatic readings, heavy analysis of the "Unfinished Dance" shoe contest, memories of roaches at

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147. Toothpick in the Ashtray

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/04/02

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 17-18. Join Jody and Alison as they read, re-enact, and discuss this fan-fave Judy Blume novel! Sally fancies herself a mixologist and tries homemade creme de cacao, Virus X makes its way through Miami Beach, Barbara shares a family secret, and Shelby goes missing (watch your back, Mr. Zavodsky!). Your hosts chat about Beverly Cleary (RIP, legend), read a letter from Blume Head Martha, and Alison presents a Mini Special Report on the Shelborne Hotel

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146. Butterfly Kisses

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/03/26

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 15-16. In this iconic children's novel by Judy Blume, Sally gets chastised for playing with paper dolls, is brutally attacked by a man o' war, and kicked in the face by Georgia Blue Eyes. Jody and Alison ponder the art of convalescence, read TWO letters from UK Blume Heads, and Alison presents a very thorough Siphonophore Special Report. Thanks to Mary Anne and Vikki for their wonderful letters, and to Brandee and Vikki for their Patronage! It's a

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145. Chickens with a View

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/03/12

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 13-14. Jody and Alison read and examine this beloved Judy Blume novel in which Omar the cat gets in trouble, Sally and Andrea drink from the "wrong" water fountain, and creepazoid Mr. Zavodsky continues to peddle candy EVEN THOUGH HE CAN'T EAT IT. The gals discuss Berkeley walkabouts, 1940s radio programmes, and Hitler's gross teeth. If you are having fun listening along, check out our Patreon for more content: patreon.com/theblumesaloon! It's a Judy

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144. Orville Redenbacher

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/03/05

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapter 12. Comedy writer and podcaster Molly Sanchez joins us to discuss one of the most iconic chapters we've ever read! Doey Bird comes to visit for Thanksgiving, Mom gets wasted (hashtag WILLYA), Sally seduces/kills Hitler, and the fam has steak with Fruit Cup Supreme with Big Ted, Vicki, and some very clean diamonds. Jody, Alison, and Molly chat about Daddy's Treatment, parents having house parties, White Shoulders, and Holly Madison. In a moment that is

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143. Doughy Daddy

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/02/26

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 10-11. Sally has an inkwell mishap (thanks, Peter Hornstein), snacks on Fig Newtons with Barbara, and learns about Latin Lovers from Andrea. We also discover the unbelievably tragic fate of Daddy's entire family. Will he even live to see 43?! Alison and Jody discuss all the Miami Beach goings-on, including another run-in with creepy Mr. Zavodsky and Miss Swetnick's dalliance with Peter's brother. Your hosts uncover a real deal 1940s kosher sour cream

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142. Rude Food

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/02/19

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 8-9. Sally's been busy. She plays approximately one thousand games of Jolly Roger, covers her body in peanuts, attempts to out Mr. Zavodsky via Bambi letterhead, and tries to solve the secret Bath House Disease mystery. Jody and Alison chat about the bald-faced lies they told to get out of school, house mice, and Witch TikTok. Blume Head Michelle presents an A+ Special Report on 1940s child star Margaret O'Brien, while Danielle provides some

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141. Milk and Spaghetti

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/02/12

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 6-7. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUDES!!! Alison and Jody celebrate by discussing this fantastic kidlit classic by Judy Blume! Our gal Sal tries Miami school again and meets Miss Swetnick of the Heart Shaped Glasses, cool pal Barbara, and not-cool doorless bathrooms. She also meets Mr. Zavodsky, aka Adolf Hitler in hiding! There's bike riding in Flamingo Park, backbends on the beach, and some more fun stories about conquering Nazis. Jody presents TWO Special

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140. Love and Other Indoor Sports

The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast ·

2021/02/05

"Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," chapters 4-5. Choo choo! All aboard the Miami train for some Judy Blume goodness! Sally, Douglas, Mom, and Ma Fanny take the overnight train to Florida and have a pyjama party! Sally ain't impressed with their new apartment (not even a Murphy bed will change her mind) and has a truly terrible first day at school. Alison and Jody chat head lice, the Orange Blossom Express, braided coronets, and Ralph ashtrays from Hawaii. There's an update on Jody's

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