Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #456: Mystery Actor Archive Vol 20

Join us this week as we return to drawing celebrity names from a hat! Which Oscar nominee spends their free time doing humanitarian work in Africa? And which beloved acting legend plays Dungeons and Dragons with their grandchildren? Listen and find out! Plus we have some news, your feedback, and some sportsball tangents.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:17 Intro
00:13:16 News
00:31:47 Feedback
00:44:47 Names From A Hat
00:47:55 Celebrity #1
01:08:27 Celebrity #2
01:49:52 Closing Thoughts
01:51:40 Outro

NEWS

Deadpool & Wolverine trailer

Rock Hall of Fame 2024 Inductees 

Indy PopCon 

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #455: Are You My Mummy?

Join us for a thrilling expedition into the iconic "The Mummy" franchise! From its origins in the Universal Studios catalogue of classic monsters to the action-packed film franchise that began with the 1999 blockbuster, we delve into its fascinating history. Discover the pulse-pounding adventures, unforgettable characters, and spine-tingling attractions at Universal Studios theme parks. Plus some fandom news, housekeeping, and your feedback!

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:23 Intro
00:04:41 News
00:12:23 Feedback
00:24:29 The Mummy
01:43:39 Closing Thoughts
01:47:32 Outro

NEWS

Beatlejuice Beatlejuice trailer

New Doctor Who companion

Gold Standard 

Episode #99: Oppenheimer (2023)

Episode #100: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) with Charles Skaggs

Book Club update: April’s book Doctor Who: The Shadows of Avalon

 

RESOURCES

The Mummy (1999)

At an archaeological dig in the ancient city of Hamunaptra, an American serving in the French Foreign Legion accidentally awakens a mummy who begins to wreak havoc as he searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost love.

The Mummy Returns (2001)

The mummified body of Imhotep is shipped to a museum in London, where he once again wakes and begins his campaign of rage and terror.

The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008)

In the Far East, Alex O'Connell, the son of famed mummy fighters Rick and Evy O'Connell, unearths the mummy of the first Emperor of Qin -- a shape-shifting entity cursed by a witch centuries ago.

The Entire Timeline of The Mummy Franchise Explained

The Army of Anubis (The Mummy Returns) Explained

 
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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #454: How Do I Despise Thee?

Join us for a nostalgic journey through the iconic teen comedy "10 Things I Hate About You." Dive into our discussion as we explore how this film is part of a unique era of modernized adaptations of classical literature. From Shakespearean themes to '90s high school hijinks, we dissect the film's enduring charm and its place in the landscape of literary-inspired cinema. Plus fandom news, your feedback, and some announcements regarding our upcoming schedule.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:18 Intro
00:01:35 News
00:15:45 Feedback
00:32:11 10 Things I Hate About You
01:30:17 Closing Thoughts
01:35:00 Outro

NEWS

BAFTA TV nominations

Doctor Who trailer

2024 Disney Legends

Gold Standard March Patreon: Boogie Nights (with Aaron)

Gold Standard: Defending Your Life (with Greg)

 

RESOURCES

10 Things I Hate About You: Kat, Rom-Com Feminist

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #453: Oppen-Hype!

 Tune in this week for an exciting recap of this year's Academy Awards ceremony! From red carpet glamour to unforgettable acceptance speeches, join us as we dissect Hollywood's biggest night's highlights, surprises, and controversies. With our nerdy analysis, we explore the winners, snubs, and memorable moments that defined the Oscars. Plus, we recap this year's Oscars team contest, find out who won, and their punishment film. Also we have some convention-related news and your feedback.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:25 Intro
00:03:12 News
00:17:07 Feedback
00:18:49 96th Academy Awards
01:59:45 Closing Thoughts
02:02:22 Outro

NEWS

Indy PopCon guest announcements

Salt Lake Fan X

Rachel’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #452: Badass Bloodline

Embark on a Marvel adventure with us as we delve into the groundbreaking Disney+ series, "Echo." Join our nerdy discussion as we celebrate Maya Lopez's journey, highlighting her Indigenous roots. Marvel's collaboration with Choctaw representatives ensures an authentic and compassionate portrayal of their culture. From action-packed scenes to cultural representation, we dissect the elements that make "Echo" a significant addition to the Marvel universe. Plus some convention-related news, some housekeeping, and your feedback!

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:25 Intro
00:08:29 News
00:18:53 Feedback
00:21:20 Marvel's Echo
01:35:30 Closing Thoughts
01:39:23 Outro

NEWS

Indy PopCon updates

“The Long Black” now available in audiobook! If you already have the ebook, it’s only an extra $2 for the audio. 

Gold Standard: The Princess Bride

Book club updates

 

RESOURCES

Who Is The Star Of The 'Hawkeye' Spin-Off? Echo Explained

 
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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #451: The Game Is On

Embark on a timey-wimey journey with us as we unravel the fascinating tale of the "lost" Doctor Who story, "The Nightmare Fair." This episode explores the intriguing journey from its unrealized television debut to its resurrection as a Big Finish audio adventure. Join us for a nerdy discussion on the story's evolution, the Doctor's encounters, and the magic of bringing the "lost" to life through audio. Plus a little bit of news and your feedback.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:22 Intro
00:03:57 News
00:11:59 Feedback
00:15:57 The Nightmare Fair
01:00:37 Closing Thoughts
01:02:22 Outro

NEWS

SAG Winners

Gold Standard Patreon February 2024: Inception

 

RESOURCES

Dr Who's abandoned Blackpool adventure

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nightmare_Fair
https://web.archive.org/web/20060504091247/http://homepage.ntlworld.com/thebatgranny/bak2.htm#nightmarefair

https://tardis.fandom.com/wiki/The_Nightmare_Fair_(audio_story)

https://thetimescales.com/Story/story.php?audioid=236

https://tardis.fandom.com/wiki/The_Nightmare_Fair_(unproduced_TV_story)

https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/doctor-who-the-nightmare-fair-421

http://www.drwhoguide.com/loststories01.htm 

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #450: Recently Read Recommendations

Celebrate a literary milestone with us as we mark our 450th episode by diving into a lively discussion about our recent favorite reads. From page-turning novels to hidden gems, join us for a bookish rendezvous as we share our top picks and the stories that captured our hearts and minds. Plus we have fandom news and your feedback!

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:19 Intro
00:03:50 News
00:26:47 Feedback
00:30:30 Book talk
03:06:31 Closing Thoughts
03:07:27 Outro

NEWS

BAFTA winners

Doctor Who returns this May

Temporal Logbook reprints 

Fantastic Four casting announcement

X-Men 97 trailer

 

RESOURCES

Holly

Making it So- Patrick Stewart

The Siege (Deep Space Nine #2) Peter David

Q-in-Law (Star Trek Next Generation # 18 ) Peter David

Uprising ( Margaret Peterson Haddix)

Chrissy

All About Me! By Mel Brooks (audiobook)

Torpedoed! The True Story of the WWII Sinking of “The Children’s Ship” by Deborah Heiligman

The Abandoned Empress by Ina (manhwa/Korean graphic novel)

Yona of the Dawn by Mizuho Kusanagi (manga)

My Happy Marriage by Akumi Agitogi (manga and light novel)

Tairen Soul series by CL Wilson (audiobook)

Author: Sarah J. Maas (audiobook versions, especially)

Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros (audiobook)

Elfhame series by Holly Black (audiobook)

Once More Upon a Time by Roshani Chokshi

Odder by Katherine Applegate

Go Hex Yourself and What the Hex by Jessica Clare

She Was Made for Me by Jen Morris

Rachel

Non-Fiction

Making It So by Patrick Stewart

Every Tool’s A Hammer: Life Is What You Make It by Adam Savage

Spare by Prince Harry

Dying of Politeness by Geena Davis

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

Fiction

Third Eye by Felicia Day (Audible Original)

Doctor Who Meets Scratchman by Tom Baker

In Progress

Building A Non-Anxious Life by Dr John Delony

Outgrowing God: A Beginner’s Guide to Atheism by Richard Dawkins

Sir Patrick and Janet

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