Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #535: Fandom Christmas 2026

It’s the most wonderful time of the fandom year—San Diego Comic-Con, or as we like to call it, Fandom Christmas! In this episode, we break down some of the biggest news, announcements, trailers, reveals, and surprises to come out of this year’s convention. While some of our usual fandoms may have kept a lower profile, there was still plenty to get excited about. Join us as we discuss the highlights, speculate about what’s next, and celebrate another year of SDCC excitement. Plus, while Rachel did not attend GenCon this year, we do chit chat about some of the excitement that we watched via socials.

 

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:23 Intro

00:14:19 News

00:46:02 Feedback

01:15:02 SDCC

02:00:50 Closing Thoughts

02:02:16 Outro

NEWS

D23 sneak peeks:

Details for D23 Day at Disneyland Resort 2026 - Disney Parks Blog 

Meet the Friends of Disney Coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event - D23 

Fanniversary Frenzy Merchandise at D23 

Mickey’s of Glendale at D23 2026  

Book club update

Gold Standard: Matinee with Shaun Collins

Rachel on Next Stop Everywhere

 

RESOURCES

AutoMatters & More: San Diego Comic-Con 2026 including Apple TV & Marvel Studios in Hall H

REVIEW: Nickelodeon's San Diego Comic-Con 2026 "Fun Flows Here" Delivered

 

Spaceballs The Hall H Panel

The Heartwarming Reason Why ‘Spaceballs 2’ Went to Comic-Con 

Inside Rick Moranis’s Spaceballs 2 Comic-Con Comeback 

'Spaceballs: The New One' Parodies Marvel Panels at Comic-Con  

 

Marvel Hall H

Ghost Rider

Black Panther III

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #534: Bend and Snap!

 What, like it’s hard? In this episode, we dive into the wonderfully pink world of Legally Blonde and its many adaptations. From the original novel to the hit films and the fan-favorite Broadway musical, we explore how Elle Woods became an enduring pop culture icon. Join us as we discuss the franchise’s humor, heart, memorable characters, catchy songs, and the empowering message that you should never underestimate someone based on appearances.

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:24 Intro

00:04:15 News

00:59:44 Feedback

01:13:44 Legally Blonde

02:21:39 Closing Thoughts

02:24:44 Outro

NEWS

Avengers: Doomsday trailer

Salt Lake Fan X: Molly Ringwald, David Wenham, Kiefer Sutherland, Hayden Christensen, Jennifer Grey, Karl Urban, Jack Osborne, Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot, Richard Speight Jr, Mark Sheppard, Misha Collins

GalaxyCon Columbus: Matt Smith 

Emmy Award nominations

Gold Standard: Gone Girl (2014), Patreon-Godzilla Minus One (2023)

 

RESOURCES

Legally Blonde: The Original Elle Woods

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #533: Resist, Rebel...Redeem?

Hell’s Kitchen is calling once again! This week, we discuss the second season of Daredevil: Born Again and the Marvel Special Presentation The Punisher: One Last Kill. From Matt Murdock’s latest challenges to Frank Castle’s brutal return, we break down the biggest moments, character developments, action sequences, and what these stories could mean for the street-level corner of the MCU moving forward. Join us as we dive into two of Marvel’s darkest and most anticipated recent releases. Also, we have some fandom news, your feedback, and Rachel gives her recap of this year's InConJunction.

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:17 Intro

00:05:24 News

00:21:06 InConJunction 2026

00:46:21 Feedback

00:57:27 Daredevil Born Again S2

01:28:35 The Punisher: One Last Kill  

NEWS

Bonnie Tyler passes away

Sam Neill, Actor in ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Piano,’ Dies at 78 

Book club update

Gold Standard Patreon: The Shawshank Redemption

Rachel’s InConJunction recap

 

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #532: The Great Plan

The end has arrived! In this episode, we discuss the third and final season of Good Omens, wrapping up the story of everyone's favorite angel and demon. We look at the season’s biggest moments, character arcs, emotional payoffs, and how this final chapter compares to the previous seasons. Did it deliver a satisfying conclusion to the journey of Aziraphale and Crowley? Join us as we share our thoughts on the finale of one of the most beloved fantasy series of recent years.

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:14 Intro

00:01:05 News

00:15:34 Feedback

00:31:05 Good Omens S3

01:28:49 Closing Thoughts

01:33:22 Outro

NEWS

Daveigh Chase, Child Actress in The Ring and Lilo & Stitch, Dies at 35

Clive Davis, Legendary Music Executive Who Signed Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, Dies at 94

Shrek 5 teaser trailer

Hexed teaser trailer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer

Gold Standard: Die Hard

 

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #531: Summer Reading Check-In

It’s our semi-belated birthday celebration, and we’re getting back to our bibliophile roots! In this episode, we share some of our current favorite reads, from recent discoveries to books we just can’t stop recommending. Whether you're looking for your next great adventure, a compelling nonfiction read, or something completely unexpected, there’s bound to be a title (or several) that catches your attention. Fair warning: we cannot be held responsible for the inevitable growth of your TBR (To Be Read) pile by the time this episode is over. Consider yourself warned!

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:21 Intro

00:02:54 News

No Feedback

00:22:41 Book Talk

02:28:21 Closing Thoughts

02:30:27 Outro

NEWS

Doctor Who is heading back into the wilderness

Salt Palace to close for 3-year renovation project

 

RESOURCES

Pizza Hut Book It!

 

The Books

 

RACHEL

Read

American Scary: A History of Horror, from Salem to Stephen King and Beyond (Jeremy Dauber)

Yesteryear (Caro Claire Burke)

Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection (John Green)

Currently Reading

Expect Great Things: How the Katherine Gibbs School Revolutionized the American Workplace for Women (Canda Krefft)

Ruthless: Scientology, My Son David Miscavige, and Me (Ron Miscavage)

TBR

Cult of the Dead Cow: How the Original Hacking Supergroup Might Just Save the World

Aftermath (Levar Burton)

The Conspiracy Tourist: Travels Through a Strange World (Dom Joly)

HOLLY

Read

Dungeon Crawler Carl series: by Matt Dinniman 

Daindreth's Assassin by Elisabeth Wheatley 

Red Shirts: John Scalzi 

 

Reading

Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas 

The Devil in Oxford Jess Armstrong 

 

TBR

Don’t ask…..

CHRISSY

Read

Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry

Reading Soon: Rites of the Starling, book 2

The Deal by Elle Kennedy

This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona Andrews

Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver (The Ruinous Love Trilogy)

The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas - Audiobook read by John Lee

Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto

First-Time Caller by BK Borison

The God and the Gumiho by Sophie Kim

The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley

Reading Soon: The Exquisite Torment of Loving Your Enemy (book 2) Out in July

The West Wind by Alexandria Warwick (The Four Winds series)

Currently Reading:

Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

TBR:

The Lion and the Deathless Dark by Carissa Broadbent (out in August - eARC on the dock)

The Sun and the Starmaker by Rachel Griffin (gorgeous cover and sprayed edges and - it’s such a pretty book! That’s why I picked it up in the first place)

Defy the Dusk by Danielle L. Jensen (out in November - I have an eARC from NetGalley)

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #530: That's All

That’s all! In this episode, we step into the stylish, high-pressure world of The Devil Wears Prada and the books that inspired and expanded its story. From the original novel by Lauren Weisberger to the beloved film adaptation and its place in pop culture, we discuss the characters, fashion, workplace drama, and lasting legacy of this modern classic. Whether you’re Team Miranda, Team Andy, or just here for the fabulous outfits, there’s plenty to unpack in this fashionable fandom favorite.

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:18 Intro
00:01:25 News

00:12:45 Feedback

00:20:18 The Devil Wears Prada

01:36:24 Closing Thoughts

01:41:28 Outro

NEWS

Anthony Head, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Ted Lasso' Actor, Dies at 72, 6 Months After Partner's Death 

2026 Tony Award winners

Gold Standard: My Cousin Vinny

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #529: Such Good Company

Nope, it isn’t déjà vu! It’s time once again for our annual birthday tradition, where one of the Fangirls gets to choose a favorite Doctor Who audio adventure from Big Finish Productions. This year, it’s Brittany’s turn, and her pick is The Company of Friends (#123). Featuring stories spotlighting several of the Doctor’s companions and friends across different eras, this unique release offers a fascinating look at relationships throughout the Whoniverse. Join us as we discuss the stories, performances, and what makes this audio adventure stand out.

 

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:13 Intro

00:01:03 News

00:05:59 Feedback

00:12:47 Big Finish #123 The Company of Friends

01:13:08 Closing Thoughts

01:15:06 Outro

NEWS

Book club update

Gold Standard Patreon: Finding Neverland (2004)

 

RESOURCES

https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/doctor-who-the-company-of-friends-289

https://tardis.fandom.com/wiki/The_Company_of_Friends_(audio_anthology)

 

 

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