Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #482: Fun, Old-Fashioned Family Christmas

Get ready to deck the halls with laughter as we dive into the holiday chaos of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! This 1989 Christmas classic brings the hilarity of the Griswold family to new festive heights. We discuss the movie's unforgettable moments, iconic performances, and its enduring appeal as a must-watch holiday tradition. From squirrel surprises to twinkle-light disasters, join us as we celebrate the humor and heart of this timeless seasonal favorite. Plus we have some fandom news and your feedback!

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:25 Intro
00:04:07 News
00:16:19 Feedback
00:24:13 Golden Globes nominations detour
00:30:59 Back to Feedback
00:33:29 Christmas Vacation
01:23:53 Closing Thoughts
01:28:12 Outro

NEWS

Disneyland 70th Anniversary celebration

Missing Doctor Who story ‘The Savages’ returns as animation

Golden Globe nominations

Lou Mongello to be inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame

Gold Standard: Knives Out

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A Little Extra Squee: Al, Alan, Alex, Jeff, and Phil

Join Rachel as she recaps her exciting adventures at this year's GalaxyCon Columbus! From navigating a new hotel experience at the Hyatt to revisiting favorite local eateries, she shares the highs and memorable moments of the weekend. Hear about reconnecting with familiar friends, the thrill of meeting several celebrity guests, and all the fun that comes with being immersed in a world of fandom. It’s a weekend full of stories, surprises, and a whole lot of geeky goodness!

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TIME STAMPS

 00:00:11 Intro

00:01:49 GalaxyCon Columbus

01:39:36 Closing Thoughts

01:40:22 Outro

RESOURCES

-GalaxyCon Next year December 5-7, 2025

-Columbus Hyatt Regency

-Agave and Rye 

 

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Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #481: Follow The Yellow Brick Road

Follow the yellow brick road as we explore the rich history of The Wizard of Oz! From L. Frank Baum’s beloved books to the iconic 1939 film, we trace the journey of Oz through decades of storytelling. We’ll also delve into stage and screen adaptations, including the smash-hit musical Wicked and its new big-screen reimagining. Plus we got some fandom news, housekeeping, and quite a bit of your feedback.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:13 Intro
00:04:36 News
00:22:59 Feedback
00:36:41 Wizard of Oz
02:41:06 Closing Thoughts
02:50:46 Outro

NEWS
Disney park updates
Nik, Xan, and Rachel on Silver Screeners
Gold Standard: Basic Instinct
Gold Standard Patreon: Rent
Book Club updates


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