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Friday, March 28, 2025

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #491: A Dream Is A Wish

Join us as we dive into the timeless tale of Cinderella! We explore the fairy tale’s origins, its many adaptations across cultures, and how it became one of Disney’s most beloved animated films. Plus, we discuss Cinderella’s enduring presence in Disney parks and resorts, from Cinderella Castle to themed attractions and experiences. Whether you love the classic story, the dazzling ballgown, or the magic of a fairy godmother, this episode is sure to be a dream come true! Plus some fandom news and your feedback!

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TIME STAMPS

00:00:17 Intro

00:05:11 News

00:14:36 Feedback

00:28:40 Cinderella

01:28:52 Closing Thoughts

01:33:21 Outro

NEWS

Elio trailer

Live-action Lilo & Stitch trailer

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues teaser

New Doctor Who S2 trailer and episode titles

RESOURCES

Disney's 'Cinderella': 25 Things You Didn't Know About the Beloved Fairy Tale Classic

The Carol Burnett Show: Cinderella Gets It On

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #473: 500 Yards To Freedom

Join us as we delve into *The Shawshank Redemption,* exploring both Stephen King's original novella and the iconic 1994 film adaptation. We discuss the powerful themes, unforgettable characters, and why the film has endured as a fan favorite. Plus, Rachel shares her recent trip to Mansfield, Ohio, where she visited key filming locations, including the haunting Ohio State Reformatory, and its eerie, gruesome history. Plus some podcasting news and your feedback.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:24 Intro
00:02:42 News
00:12:26 Feedback
00:21:36 The Shawshank Redemption
02:02:33 Closing Thoughts
02:08:44 Outro

NEWS

Traveling the Vortex has come to an end

Gold Standard: Nyad (2023)

Rachel on Drunk Cinema: Beetlejuice

RESOURCES

Shawshank Redemption-What’s the Difference?

Robot Chicken-Arkhum Asylum Shawshank Redemption

Ohio State Reformatory

Landolls Mohican Castle

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #444: Double The Beatles, Double The Fun

Take a nostalgic trip with us as we dive into the Beatles' iconic White Album. Join us in a musical time capsule as we explore not only the brilliance of each track but also the behind-the-scenes drama that unfolded during its creation. From creative tensions to personal struggles, our nerdy discussion unravels the layers of this legendary album, shedding light on the Beatles' dynamic during this pivotal period. Plus we've got fandom news, your feedback, some housekeeping, and a bit of an apology.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00:32 Intro
00:02:51 News
00:16:12 Feeback
00:17:51 The White Album
01:49:11 Closing Thoughts
01:51:21 An Apology
01:54:59 Outro

NEWS

Good Omens Season 3 confirmed

2024 Golden Globe nominations

Gold Standard Patreon, December 2023: The Muppet Christmas Carol

RESOURCES

The Accidental Perfection of the Beatles’ White Album

How does an Apple rot? The Story of the White Album by The Beatles | Classic Albums Review

Giles Martin talks The Beatles White Album with Pete Mitchell

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #402: The OG Disney Princess

Lips red as a rose, skin white as snow, hair black as ebony, and the fairest of them all. The tale of Snow White has been known for generations. Join us this week as we look at the history of the fairy tale and her impact on the Walt Disney Company. Plus we got a little bit of news and your feedback.

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00:00:18 Intro

00:02:30 News
Stan Lee documentary announcement
Gold Standard #67: Forrest Gump

00:05:14 Feedback

00:08:11 Snow White

01:14:48 Closing Thoughts

RESOURCES

The Messed Up Origins of Snow White (REVISITED!) | Fables Explained - Jon Solo

Snow White's Full Story | Pure Heart or Naive?: Discovering Disney Princesses

Yesterworld: The Evolution of Snow White’s TERRIFYING Adventures

The Making of Snow White - DisneyAvenue.com

Thursday, August 25, 2022

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #385: Igniting The Fire Part 8 (1956)

It's time again for a history lesson through the lens of rock 'n roll, and we're turning the dial to 1956. Along with the history lesson, we've got fandom news, Chrissy talks about the finding of some lost media, Rachel talks about going to the Stranger Things pop-up shop, and a lot of your feedback.

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NEWS

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi’s Return | Official Trailer

Finding “Saban Moon”

Rachel’s recap of the Stranger Things Store

-The Stranger Things interactive experience

Gold Standard The Oscars Podcast #57: Amadeus

RESOURCES

(Brigitte) Bardot

‘And God Created Women’ trailer

Brigitte Bardot interview in English on April 24, 1958

Budapest

Hungarian Revolution of 1956

The Hungarian Revolution of 1956: History Matters

Alabama

The Montgomery Bus Boycott: Crash Course American History #35

Montgomery Bus Boycott 1955

(Nikita) Krushchev

25th February 1956: Nikita Krushchev delivers his ‘secret speech’ announcing de-Stalinization

De-Stalinization: The Secret Speech (1956)

Marvin Kalb recounts how young Russians reacted to Krushchev’s ‘Secret Speech’

Princess Grace

Grace Kelly wins Best Actress: the 1955 Oscars

How a billionaire made Grace Kelly’s royal marriage happen

Grace Kelly royal wedding to Prince Rainer III (1956)

Grace Kelly: News report of her death - September 14, 1982

Peyton Place

Payton Place 1957 trailer

Ruth Warrick on Mia Farrow on “Peyton Place”

AMC Backstory: Peyton Place

Trouble in the Suez

Suez Crisis 1956

The 1956 Suez Crisis: History Matters

Here’s why the Suez Crisis almost led to Nuclear War

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #368: It's A Hard Knock Life

She's everyone's favorite auburn-haired orphan, who's been entertaining people for decades. Join us as we take a look at the history of 'Annie'; including the Broadway musical that's celebrating 45 years, and the star-studded film adaptation celebrating 40 years. Plus news and your feedback!

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NEWS

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried dies at 67

Indy PopCon guest announcements: Tom Arnold, Scott Grimes (Lt Gordon Malloy, The Orville)

Stranger Things S4 trailer

Thor: Love and Thunder teaser

RESOURCES

James Whitcomb Riley “Little Orphant Annie” poem animation

Little Orphan Annie - [AT{Comics}] Week 2 Lesson 6

Ovaltine and “Little Orphan Annie”

Annie-Four Broadway stars: Andrea McArdle, Sarah Jessica Parker (1982 TV)

19 Former ‘Annies’ Reunite In Honor Of Musical’s 40th Anniversary

Rachel at the top of Crown Hill at the Riley burial site

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #291: Who Is The Real Savage?

The history of Pocahontas is mired with myth and mystery. And while her story has been told in many forms, the 1995 Disney animated feature film is not a shining example of historical storytelling, even with the Disney lens. Join us as we attempt to wade through the murky waters of Pocahontas' story and dissect the Disney film. Plus news, your feedback, and some housekeeping.

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