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Charm Bomb

International Geek Girl Pen Pals Club

Charm Bomb is the podcast of the International Geek Girl Pen Pals Club, where geekery and snail mail collide!

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All Episodes

57:55

Broadwaycore (Charm Bomb episode 22)

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2021/07/02

This episode Joanna and Summer discuss finding your personal aesthetic and the magic of live theater experiences. Topics this week include sword fighting, building miniatures, cottagecore, dark and light academia, and our top 5 musicals. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I find my aesthetic? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @Sumsicle Follow Joanna

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49:22

Olympics and Halloween are coming! (Charm Bomb...

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2021/06/18

This episode Joanna and Summer discuss Halloween (or Summerween), apps for recording birds, mental health, and the value of sports. Topics this week include Schitt’s Creek, Fear Street, Jelle’s Marble Races, and our top 5 Olympic sports. Mentioned this episode: Metalsmith Society: https://metalsmithsociety.com/ Merlin Bird App: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Beekman 1802 Schitt’s Creek Collection: https://beekman1802.com/collections/rose-apothecary Jelle’s Marble Runs:

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39:03

SPORTSBALL (Charm Bomb Episode 20)

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2021/06/04

This episode Joanna and Summer discuss growing houseplants and tiny indoor greenhouses, setting healthy boundaries, and learning how to socialize again. Topics this week include The Mighty Ducks, Blaseball, sports movies from our childhoods, and our top 5 favorite fictional sports teams. Mentioned this week: We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Barry - https://www.amazon.com/We-Ride-Upon-Sticks-Novel/dp/1524748099 A League of Their Own - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_League_of_Their_Own Blaseball

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38:49

Robots and Reconnecting (Charm Bomb Episode 19)

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2021/05/21

This episode Joanna and Summer discuss ways to reconnect with old pen pals, having to track down packages that have gone to the wrong address (as you do), and the similarities between Wishbone and Doctor Who’s K-9. Topics this week include The Bad Batch (and Star Wars animation more generally), Pokemon Snap, and our top 5 favorite fictional robots. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some ways to reconnect or find a pen pal after losing touch? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb,

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36:37

Into the Multiverse (Charm Bomb Episode 18)

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2021/05/07

This episode Joanna and Summer discuss the shows they’re binging right now and the challenges of finding new things to watch when there’s so much out there. (Spoilers: we love lists!) Topics this week include The Irregulars, The Clone Wars animated series, Teenage Bounty Hunters, and our top 5 favorite superheroes. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: With so many things to watch it can be overwhelming, how do you pick something new? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question

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52:24

Birthday Party LIVE! (Episode 17)

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2021/04/23

This episode is all about the Geek Girl Pen Pals 8th birthday! Joanna and Summer reminisce about their favorite IGGPPC memories, their own 8th birthdays, and talk about their favorite cakes. Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, sleepover snacks, gardening, and 90s nostalgia. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What's the one gift you wish someone would give you for your birthday but no one ever does?If you were turning 8 now, what would be on your birthday wish list? To submit a

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38:05

Let’s have cake! (Episode 16)

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2021/03/10

This episode Summer and Joanna host special guest, IGGPPC co-founder, Emily “Farquharson” to chat about baked treats, long distance hangouts, and IGGPPC’s 8th birthday. Topics this week include Animal Crossing, October Faction, West World, Ted Lasso, Cake Smash (the game), and the band Man Man. Mentioned this week: Emily’s website: http://frogmella.ink/ Follow Emily on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frogmellaink/ Man Man: https://manmanbandband.bandcamp.com/ This week’s Ask Charm

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45:29

You Are Geeky Enough (Episode 15)

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2021/02/23

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their various art hobbies, their top 5 fictional ships (spaceships and ocean-going ships), and what counts when it comes to being geeky enough. Topics this week include Star Trek Lower Decks, throwing pottery, exhibit design, and geek loves. Mentioned this week: SUE the T-rex: https://twitter.com/SUEtheTrex This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Am I geeky enough? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to

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42:44

We Ship It (Episode 14)

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2021/02/03

This episode Summer and Joanna host their fellow IGGPPC Director Jen and talk about fashion trends we’d bring back, the shows we’re binging, and our favorite fictional couples. Topics this week include Bridgerton (yes, again), Animal Crossing, WandaVision, our love of 90s fashion and also capes. Mentioned this episode: Stitchcrvft: https://www.stitchcrvft.com/ Tuesday of California: https://www.shoptuesday.com/ This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: If you could be the people to start a new

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37:59

Travel Hopefully (Episode 13)

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2021/01/14

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss our favorite Doctor Who companions and making friends in adulthood. Topics this week include Bridgerton, d&d, meaningful relationships with others and ourselves, and tea. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Are friendships based on shared interests the key to meaningful happiness? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @Sumsicle

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56:26

Let’s Get Alicorny (Episode 12)

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2020/12/30

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss hot cocoa bombs (#accidentalcheese), the shows they’re currently watching, and their top 5 fictional pets. Topics this week include The Mandalorian & The Expanse (all discussions are spoiler-free!), bardcore, making art, and embracing the changing seasons. The Menagerie MacLeod magical creatures: https://themenageriemacleod.com/ This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some good ways to pass the time indoors? To submit a question to Ask Charm

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46:40

Comfy Cozies (Episode 11)

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2020/11/20

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss cosy comforts, connecting with friends, and sourdough starter. Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, customized playlists, burning candles & incense, and top 5 comfy cozy things. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some geeky things to get you through hard times? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery

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44:34

Halloween and Horror (Episode 10)

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2020/10/30

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their favorite spooky or Halloween themed movies, films that are also stage plays, and other seasonal spooky things. Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (yes, again!), the game Among Us, and dealing with social media while practicing self care. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I stop doomscrolling? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter:

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46:17

Aesthetically Pleasing Piles (Episode 9)

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2020/10/04

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss homemade fancy drinks, crafting and art techniques, and favorite Pokemon. Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (and character growth), aesthetically pleasing piles of pumpkins and pine cones, and growing past a fandom. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I get through breaking up with a fandom? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter:

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40:32

Charm Bomb: LIVE from IGGPPCamp! (Episode 8)

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2020/09/02

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss favorite camp snacks, new cryptids, and baking tips that will surely get us kicked out of Great British Bake Off. Topics this week include s’mores, online RPG, and campfire cooking. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some tips for getting into baking? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery Follow Joanna

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45:56

Charm Bomb: There is no Lake Monster (Episode 7)

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2020/07/21

This episode Summer and Joanna chat with IGGPPCamp Nurse Buffalo aka IGGPPC staffer Kara about camp and Joanna gets excited about cryptids, per usual. Topics this week include top 5 mythical creatures, the origins of IGGPPCamp, and Animal Crossing. To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery Follow Joanna @JoannaVolavka Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at

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44:00

Charm Bomb: Jams, Tea, and Camp, oh my! (Episode 6)

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2020/06/18

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their favorite teas, current shows and hobbies they’re into, and chat about IGGPPCamp, happening in late July 2020. Topics this week include top 5 pump-up songs, how to get involved with IGGPPCamp, and beetle pinning. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What is IGGPPCamp? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery Follow

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43:09

Charm Bomb: Episode 5

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2020/05/11

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss staying at home with unstructured time, and how they’re finding ways to get through day to day life when things are uncertain. Topics this week include top 5 favorite fictional detectives, making art and spending virtual time with friends. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I deal with so much unstructured time? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter:

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37:16

Charm Bomb: Episode 4

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2020/04/17

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss what shows they’re watching, online tabletop gaming, and their top 5 fictional places they’d like to visit. Topics this week include digital friendships, moving our lives online, and how fiction sometimes becomes reality. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I keep up pen palling when I can’t get to the post office? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter:

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40:26

Charm Bomb: Episode 3

Charm Bomb ·

2020/04/02

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their top 5 favorite time travel stories, what they’re into right now, and go on for a while about fried pasties. Mmm, fried pastries. Topics this week include tabletop RPGs, closet cosplay, and time traveling Bruce Willis. (#TTBW) This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I make a good connection with my Pen Pal? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirlpenpals.com Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter:

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