Really Important Fictional Things

There's no guilty in these pleasures. Every week we'll explore complex themes below the surface of our favorite fictional things.

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Babies Have So Much Crap (Three Men and a Baby)
Aug. 16, 2023

Babies Have So Much Crap (Three Men and a Baby)

This week we're talking about one of Rosey's childhood faves Three Men and a Baby . Spoiler alert, but Avery loved it too. It holds up and we get into why and how. Is it the charming combination of Tom Selleck, Ted Danson, and Michael Guttenberg? Is it the safe fatherly energy? Is it the fact that the woman ask for what they want? All of the above? We also discuss our reactions to Barbie , Avery's enjoyment of the Women's World Cup, and Rosey's new YouTube hole. In two weeks, we'll be back with
Get This Out Of My Mouth (Lizzie McGuire)
Aug. 2, 2023

Get This Out Of My Mouth (Lizzie McGuire)

This week we’re revisiting the “ground breaking” Lizzie McGuire (the series, we didn’t get as far as the movie…) It brings up lots of memories of our own middle school shenanigans, as well as an extensive meditations on the post office. Fun times. Next week we’re taking a look at an 80s (cult?) classic Three Men and A Baby. This is another Rosey favorite, but new to Avery! We’re excited to get into it. Things we talked about Going Postal Which Lizzie McGuire character are you? Where are Lizzie M
I Can't Take You Seriously In That Hat (The Devil Wears Prada)
July 19, 2023

I Can't Take You Seriously In That Hat (The Devil Wears Prada)

We're talking about The Devil Wears Prada . And oh, 2006 fashion, why? We dive into workplace politics, clothing we don't understand, and how crazy we'd be if we were as rich as Miranda. Also, Rosey spills some tea from her own crazy assistant days. Meanwhile, Avery watched a bunch of masochistic men and Rosey studied endlessly. What we talked about Alexandra Anele Where to watch Nancy Drew - HBO Max/CW The Bear - Hulu Tour de France Unchained - Netflix Barry - HBO Max Sign up for our newslette
Instantly Charmed (Mrs. Doubtfire)
July 4, 2023

Instantly Charmed (Mrs. Doubtfire)

This week we’re covering the Robin Williams vehicle Mrs. Doubtfire. We discuss how to give and take in relationships, the legacy of the film regarding gender, how do films age, and transphobia. In what we’re watching, Rosey is fan-girling over Queer Eye and Avery, surprise surprise, is consuming more WWII content. Where to watch Queer Eye—Netflix World War II In Color—Netflix Mindhunter—Netflix Reality—HBO Based On A True Story—Peacock The Mindy Project—Hulu Never Have I Ever—Netflix Ted Lasso—A
The Hair is High (Glow)
June 7, 2023

The Hair is High (Glow)

This week we're talking a look at Glow and reveling in all the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling. It's a really interesting look at gender expression, sexual identity, body image, racial stereotypes, and overall sense of self. We get a bit personal and go on an existential journey, but don't worry, it's not too heavy. Aside from Glow, Avery's been watching YouTube and Rosey has been madly studying Anatomy. In three weeks (we're taking a few breaks this summer), we'll be back and talking about the cla
Nancy Seems Very "Valium" (The Parent Trap)
May 24, 2023

Nancy Seems Very "Valium" (The Parent Trap)

This week we're taking a SECOND look (because there's two of them!! get it) at the absolute classic that introduced one of our favorite actors to the world: The Parent Trap! This is Rosey's all-time childhood favorite, so you know we've got lots to say! Next week we're reviewing GLOW season one. If you haven't seen it, it's well worth the watch. What We Talked About: Natasha Richardson’s Skiing Accident: https://www.biography.com/actors/natasha-richardson-death The Dennissance Podcast: https://p