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Pop Fiction Women

In Pop Fiction Women we deep-dive into the complicated women of books, movies and TV shows, along with the women that bring them to life behind the scenes. Think Fleabag and Phoebe Waller Bridge, Normal People and Sally Rooney, and so much more. In each episode you can expect us to: * Break down the protagonist as we ask what makes her complicated? * Identify the best scenes, which can mean sweetest, funniest, or most badass. Anything we love. * Recount the cringiest scenes. The ones that make you

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00:40:00

Alison Espach & 'The Wedding People': Complicated...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/10/25

On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome New York Times bestselling author, Alison Espach, to discuss her Read With Jenna Book Club pick, The Wedding People, a propulsive and uncommonly wise novel about one unexpected wedding guest and the surprising people who help us start anew.We chat with Alison about her development of the two complex women at the heart of this novel, Phoebe and Lila; the importance of honesty for human connection; her exploration of themes of grief, loss,

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01:24:35

'Woman of the Hour' & Anna Kendrick: How Does A Story...

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2024/10/22

On today’s episode we’re discussing Woman Of The Hour, a new Netflix movie based on the true story of a serial killer who appeared on the popular 70s TV show, The Dating Game. Directed by and starring Anna Kendrick, the movie is a true crime drama that - thankfully - isn’t focused on the killer. This subtly subversive film is a story about women’s violence that has so much space for women’s emotions. It is the kind of movie that, as we approach our five year anniversary, reminds us why we started

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00:39:36

Side Bar on being stuck in the middle, early aughts...

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2024/10/21

We’re back with another Sidebar conversation where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In this episode, we talk about being stuck in the middle, early aughts stripped down covers, Kelsea Ballerini's patterns and some of our own. On this clip we invite you into our very own therapy session, complete with muddled guidance from the tarot about navigating the messy middle. Send help - because the wisdom from the “tea typewriter” was not strong enough!The PFW

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00:52:58

Tell Me Lies Season 2 Finale (and Eps 6&7)

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2024/10/16

Tell Me Lies Season 2 Finale (and Eps 6&7). Another incredible season of @tellmelieshulu comes to end and we are yet again going out with Mr. Brightside by The Killers (this one an incredible cover by Cat Missal, the actress who plays Bree!). We recap episodes 6-8, marveling at how these writers can create consistently complicated, three-dimensional characters, ramp up the tension and toxicity, surprise and shock us, and leave us wanting more (immediately!). Nothing but the highest respect for

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00:41:51

The O.C.: Cultural Flashback Moments from TV,...

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2024/10/14

The O.C.: Cultural Flashback Moments from TV, inspired by Nobody Wants ThisWe just can’t ignore the resurgence of early 2000s heartthrobs like Joshua Jackson and Adam Brody so we’re taking it back to 2003 and doing a recap of the pilot episode of The O.C.! We chat about the nostalgia surrounding the show, its influence and impact on subsequent teen dramas, the significance of its soundtrack, and the young stars whose careers were launched by the show. This pilot is as entertaining now as it was

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00:49:50

Asha Elias & 'Pink Glass Houses': Debut Discussions

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2024/10/09

On this episode of Debut Discussions Asha Elias discusses her debut novel, Pink Glass Houses, a seductive social satire about the wealthy PTA moms of an elite elementary school in Miami Beach. Asha chats with Carinn about the unexpected joys of launching a book; her journey to becoming a writer; the themes explored in her novel; character development; the writing process; and how her column for the Miami New Times influences her fiction. Asha also touches on her second book (out in summer 2025!)

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01:14:00

Nobody Wants This on Netflix starring Kristen Bell...

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2024/10/07

In today’s episode we’re discussing Nobody Wants This on Netflix, which based on our feelings and the general reception, should actually be called EVERYBODY Wants This! This utterly bingeable romcom starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody has all the hallmarks of a great romcom…undeniable chemistry between the two leads, a stellar ensemble cast, high stakes tension, characters working through their damage, and laugh out loud humor. We discuss creator Erin Foster and her real life inspo for the show,

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00:30:55

Side bar about being "too much", today's astrology,...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/10/02

Side bar about being "too much", today's astrology, Nobody Wants This, The Wedding People, and Sally Rooney

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00:39:35

Jamie Harrow & 'One on One': Debut Discussions

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2024/09/30

On this episode of Debut Discussions, Jamie Harrow shares her journey from a sports-loving child to a lawyer and finally to a debut novelist with her book 'One on One'. The conversation explores her reading and writing evolution, the development of her characters, and the themes of trust and connection in her work. Jamie discusses the impact of sports on personal relationships, her experiences with reality TV, and the publishing process. She also touches on her interest in astrology and shares

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00:53:52

Tell Me Lies on Hulu Recap, Episodes 3, 4, 5: We Love...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/09/26

In this conversation, Carinn and Kate delve into the intricacies of the show 'Tell Me Lies', exploring character dynamics, relationship complexities, and the impact of past traumas. The conversation highlights the importance of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of accusations, while also making predictions about the future of the characters. They discuss the thrill of forming theories about the plot, the portrayal of female characters, and the power struggles within

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00:45:43

Stephanie Wrobel & 'The Hitchcock Hotel': Complicated...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/09/25

On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Stephanie Wrobel to discuss her suspenseful new novel, The Hitchcock Hotel, a story about a Hitchcock fanatic with an agenda who invites old friends for a weekend stay at his secluded themed hotel. As the past is revealed, tensions rise, loyalties break down, and chaos ensues. Stephanie chats with Carinn about her inspiration for the book and how she incorporated Hitchcockian elements into the story, her *very cool* approach to writing

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00:40:45

Marissa Stapley & 'The Lightning Bottles':...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/09/23

In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Marissa Stapley, the author of New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick Lucky, to discuss her new novel, The Lightning Bottles, a story about grunge-era musician Jane Pyre’s journey to find out what really happened to her husband and partner in music, who abruptly disappeared years earlier. We chat with Marissa about the personal and musical inspirations behind this novel (which she calls the “book of her heart”); her exploration of

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00:34:52

Side Bar on the Emmys, Three Women, The Perfect...

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2024/09/18

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Side Bar on the Emmys, Three Women, The Perfect...

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2024/09/18

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37:51

Laura Dave & 'The Night We Lost Him': Complicated...

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2024/09/16

On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Laura Dave, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, to discuss her new novel, The Night We Lost Him, another riveting page-turner about estranged siblings who discover their father has been keeping a secret for more than fifty years, one that may have been fatal…We chat with Laura about defining her own genre of soulful suspense and family drama that you just can’t put down; her inspiration for the characters and

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00:36:21

Laura Dave & 'The Night We Lost Him': Complicated...

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2024/09/16

On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Laura Dave, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, to discuss her new novel, The Night We Lost Him, another riveting page-turner about estranged siblings who discover their father has been keeping a secret for more than fifty years, one that may have been fatal… We chat with Laura about defining her own genre of soulful suspense and family drama that you just can’t put down; her inspiration for the characters and

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00:32:40

Kimberly McCreight & 'Like Mother, Like Daughter':...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/09/13

In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome back Kimberly McCreight to discuss her new novel, Like Mother, Like Daughter, an emotional mystery about a mother's disappearance and the journey of a daughter trying to find her. We chat with Kimberly about the complexities of motherhood and our shared parenting challenges; the inspiration for this novel; her orchestral form of storytelling (which includes flashbacks, journal entries, therapy transcripts and legal documents); the importance

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Kimberly McCreight & 'Like Mother, Like Daughter':...

Pop Fiction Women ·

2024/09/13

In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome back Kimberly McCreight to discuss her new novel, Like Mother, Like Daughter, an emotional mystery about a mother's disappearance and the journey of a daughter trying to find her. We chat with Kimberly about the complexities of motherhood and our shared parenting challenges; the inspiration for this novel; her orchestral form of storytelling (which includes flashbacks, journal entries, therapy transcripts and legal documents); the importance

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00:32:23

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2024/09/09

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2024/09/09

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