Best Hashtag Ruthless Podcasts (2025)

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A Matter of Honor: Star Trek TNG s2e8 51:36

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 8 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “A Matter of Honor.” The Patreon version of this episode contains our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment, featuring KPop Demon Hunters, The Emperor's New Groove, and floating down rivers. Jessie mentions a weird iron-eating bacteria, check it out! Please co…

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Superman (2025) [TEASER] 26:23

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Listen to the full hour and 29 minute episode by joining our Patreon (or purchase just this episode if you don’t want to join!) theme song: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Industrial Music Box" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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Superman (2025) [TEASER] 26:23

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Listen to the full hour and 29 minute episode by joining our Patreon (or purchase just this episode if you don’t want to join!) theme song: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Industrial Music Box" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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Two Bros Chillin' - Sunbearer Trials Chapter 12 44:41

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Hello, and sorry this episode is so late!!! My brain has been extra uncooperative lately, but I’m doing my best. Today we are talking about chapter 12 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains ~9 minutes of bonus content about our complex feelings about meat, well water, and our “what’s something nice tha…

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Unnatural Selection: Star Trek TNG s2e7 50:00

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 7 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Unnatural Selection.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus ~10 minutes of content, including Tenacious D and our "what nice things have you done lately?" segment, featuring birds, goats, fancy-ish coffee, and Agatha All Along. Find the image roundup for th…

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Lucky Day Book Discussion 1:07:07

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Today we are discussing Lucky Day, Chuck's newest horror novel. Don't like horror? No problem. We'll give a non-scary overview of the book to keep you in the loop. After you've listened to our take on the book, check out our interview with Chuck about the book! Content notes/time stamps: Bad parents/parental death: 33:58 - 38:45 Government overreac…

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Chuck Tingle Talks Lucky Day 1:02:56

26d ago1:02:56

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Our favorite bud Chuck Tingle is back for another interview with Hashtag Ruthless! Today we are talking with Chuck about Lucky Day, his newest horror novel. For our take on the book, check out our Lucky Day discussion episode. Interested in our episodes on Chuck's other books? Say no more! We've covered Trans Wizard Harriet Porber and the Bad Boy P…

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Chuck Tingle Talks Lucky Day 1:02:56

27d ago1:02:56

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Our favorite bud Chuck Tingle is back for another interview with Hashtag Ruthless! Today we are talking with Chuck about Lucky Day, his newest horror novel. For our take on the book, check out our Lucky Day discussion episode. Interested in our episodes on Chuck's other books? Say no more! We've covered Trans Wizard Harriet Porber and the Bad Boy P…

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Lucky Day By Chuck Tingle - Book Discussion 1:07:07

27d ago1:07:07

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Today we are discussing Lucky Day, Chuck Tingle's newest horror novel. Don't like horror? No problem. We'll give a non-scary overview of the book at the beginning. After you've listened to our take on the book, check out our Lucky Day interview with Chuck! Content notes/time stamps: Bad parents/parental death: 33:58 - 38:45 Government overreach and…

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Serenity (2005) [TEASER] 35:22

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Listen to the full one hour and 22 minute episode by joining our Patreon (or purchase just this episode if you don’t want to join!) theme song: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Industrial Music Box" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Serenity (2005) [TEASER] 35:22

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Listen to the full one hour and 22 minute episode by joining our Patreon (or purchase just this episode if you don’t want to join!) theme song: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Industrial Music Box" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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The Schizoid Man: Star Trek TNG s2e6 49:40

1M ago49:40

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 6 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “The Schizoid Man.” The Patreon version of this episode contains ~6 minutes of bonus content about Where you know that actor from, Lark’s temporary recording setup/haunted house basement, and our “what’s something nice that you’ve done lately?” segment, featuring croissa…

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Wing It: Sunbearer Trials Chapter 11 43:50

1M ago43:50

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Today we are talking about chapter 11 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains ~13 minutes of bonus content, featuring the signature scent trope, beefing with crows, and our “what’s something nice that you’ve done lately?” segment, featuring foraging, tea, and bat art. Here’s the Storygraph readalong for…

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Loud as a Whisper: Star Trek TNG s2e5 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 5 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Loud as a Whisper.” The Patreon version of this episode contains ~8 minutes of bonus content featuring Rufio and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment, including cemeteries, camping, Peaches, Lego dinosaurs, and planetariums. Find the image roundup for th…

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Disaster! at the Dinner Table: Sunbearer Trials Chapter 10 39:23

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Today we are are talking about chapter 10 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains ~10 minutes of bonus content about Pokemon and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment, featuring Pittsburgh, boba tea, libraries, botanical gardens, koi, and squirrels! Please consider joining our Patreon and/…

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The Outrageous Okona: Star Trek TNG s2e4 41:23

2M ago41:23

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 4 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “The Outrageous Okona.” The Patreon version of this episode contains ~13 minutes of bonus content about Project Runway/Tim Gunn, The Toast (rip), and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment, featuring miniatures, gardening, Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Lark…

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Magical Gender Confirmation! - The Sunbearer Trials Chapter 9 35:39

2M ago35:39

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Today we are are talking about chapter 9 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains ~16 minutes of bonus content about gay cartoons, gay Doctor Who, the Island of Misfit Toys, fursuits, and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment, featuring botanical gardens, fancy sausages, Lark's new tattoo, …

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Sexuality in Star Trek TNG with Robyn Jordan 59:43

3M ago59:43

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Today, Lark and Jessie are joined by Robyn Jordan of #WizardTeam Podcast to discuss sexuality in Star Trek TNG. 🌈Find our full pride lineup here! The Patreon version of this episode contains ~7 minutes of bonus content about Star Trek Voyager, Lwaxana Troi/Picard, and Geordi getting into arguments with the Computer. Dont miss our Pride sale, includ…

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The One Where Teo Gets His Wings! - The Sunbearer Trials Chapter 8 42:45

3M ago42:45

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Today we are talking about chapter 8 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains ~13 minutes of bonus content including several Rufio cameos (as well as a couple from Lark’s husband), what exactly a panther is, the horrors of reading non-genre fiction, and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segmen…

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The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue: A Gay Pirate Pride Bonus!

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Ahoy! It’s Pride season, me hearties! We’ve a lil’ boon for ye, and it’s The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee. 🌈Find our full pride lineup here! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about how to throw a punch and watching pørn while being ADHD. Don't miss our Pride sale!!! 👇🏾 Get your books here and we'll m…

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Elementary, Dear Data: Star Trek TNG s2e3 55:14

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Elementary, Dear Data.” 🌈Find our full pride lineup here! The Patreon version of this episode contains ~7 minutes of bonus content about Madam Vastra and Jenny and queer Sherlock Holmes adaptations, complicated feelings about zoos, Myst, and our “what nice things have y…

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Pride Advice episode--this time with Levity! 42:55

3M ago42:55

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It's Pride month! That means it's time for our annual dispensing of queer advice, for the queers, from the queers. This year we're getting playful and answering questions about things that are low stakes, silly, or weird. We figured if we need a reason for some extra giggles right now, you might too. For legal reasons please note that we are not pr…

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Pride Advice episode--this time with Levity! 42:55

3M ago42:55

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It's Pride month! That means it's time for our annual dispensing of queer advice, for the queers, from the queers. This year we're getting playful and answering questions about things that are low stakes, silly, or weird. We figured if we need a reason for some extra giggles right now, you might too. For legal reasons please note that we are not pr…

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The Curse of Resting B*tch Face: Sunbearer Trials Chapter 7 49:35

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Today we are are talking about chapter 7 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. 🌈Find our full pride lineup here! The Patreon version of this episode contains around 13 minutes of bonus content about mineral water, Hunger Games sequels, the overabundance of books with titles like “the ____ of ____ and ____”, our weirdly strong opinions about pant…

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Where Silence Has Lease: Star Trek TNG s2e2 54:32

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 2 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Where Silence Has Lease.” The Patreon version of this episode contains 16 minutes of bonus content about music videos of the 90s (with a follow up text thread in the show notes!), the human condition, a Rufio contribution, our seething hatred of AI, and our “what nice t…

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Pit Bull Energy: The Sunbearer Trials Chapter 6 49:08

4M ago49:08

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Today were are talking about chapter 6 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains nearly 15 minutes of bonus content about the things teens can eat without feeling like trash later, baseball cards (here are the weird baseball cards Jessie mentioned), the joy of "toyetic" media, the age-inappropriate books …

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Coming soon: The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

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Avast, ye! And welcome to an announcement! Our Pride episode will be about The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee, and it will be in your feeds on June 17th! We are so excited to talk about this book and want to make sure you all have time to read it or refresh your memory of it before the episode drops. 🌈Find our full pride lineu…

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The Child: Star Trek TNG s2e1 1:03:07

4M ago1:03:07

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Today we are discussing season 2, episode 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “The Child.” 🌈Find our full pride lineup here! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about The Nobleman’s Guide to Scandal and Shipwrecks, an extended conversation about Riker’s sexy beard, beavers taking on municipal work, dads who didn’t want dogs,…

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And There Was Aurelio: The Sunbearer Trials Chapter 5 39:25

4M ago39:25

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Today were are talking about chapter 5 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains a bonus brain glitch (what even are words??), extra astronomical clock content, and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment, featuring bookbinding lessons and old school computer games (specifically this one) Here…

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The Neutral Zone: Star Trek TNG s1e26 59:48

4M ago59:48

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 26 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “The Neutral Zone.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Rugby, Zoom, a near-mixup, and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment, featuring Neopets, ginger beer, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, and our love for books where …

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(Complimentary): The Sunbearer Trials Chapter 4 41:13

5M ago41:13

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Today we are talking about chapter 4 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about making and eating arepas, and a special birthday edition of our “what nice things have you done lately” segment. Here’s the wrestler stuffed toy we talked about, and here’s the wild advert for it! Here’s the…

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Conspiracy: Star Trek TNG s1e25 1:05:32

5M ago1:05:32

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 25 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Conspiracy.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Alien, Wicked, stunt doubles, and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment. Here is the space sex link: https://www.inverse.com/article/25523-penis-dick-in-space-nasa-gravity And …

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More like Daddy Suerte: Sunbearer Trials Chapter 3 26:22

5M ago26:22

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Today we are talking about chapter 3 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains a super long (11 minutes!!) “what nice things have you done lately” segment! Here’s the Storygraph readalong for The Sunbearer Trials And here’s the one for Celestial Monsters! Please consider joining our Patreon and/or sticker…

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We'll Always Have Paris: Star Trek TNG s1e24 51:18

5M ago51:18

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 24 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “We'll Always Have Paris.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about the creators of Voyager getting scammed, Lark's favorite little skeleton, and our “hey, how are you?” segment. Please consider joining our Patreon or gifting a membership—our Pat…

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This is a Really Good Book! ST chapter 2 38:49

6M ago38:49

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Today were are talking about chapter 2 of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about induction stoves, a life with less internet, and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment. Here’s the Storygraph readalong for The Sunbearer Trials And here’s the one for Celestial Monsters! Ple…

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Skin of Evil: Star Trek TNG s1e23 53:06

6M ago53:06

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 23 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Skin of Evil.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about books that were a big deal when we were in middle school, a Rufio interruption, a pronunciation mishap, alternatives to reading The Classics, and our “what nice things have you done lately?…

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We're in our Sunbearer Duology Era: ST ch 1 47:23

6M ago47:23

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We are officially in our Sunbearer Duology era! Today were are talking about chapter one of the Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about funding the arts, smart animals, dogs that need jobs, and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment. Here’s the Storygraph readalong for The Sunb…

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Symbiosis: Star Trek TNG s1e22 50:17

6M ago50:17

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 22 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Symbiosis.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about lentils, weird bumper stickers, and our “what nice things have you done lately?” segment. The Lower Decks episode we talked about is called "Trusted Sources." Here's the weird remix we talked …

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🎶Any Way The Wind Blows🎶 AWTWB FINALE! 42:57

7M ago42:57

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Today we are discussing the thrilling conclusion of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. Get your tickets to our tea party and your raffle tickets here! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Queer Eye and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment. You can listen to our Snow For Christmas episode here! Here’…

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Arsenal of Freedom: Star Trek TNG s1e21 46:44

7M ago46:44

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 21 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Arsenal of Freedom.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about lollipop-themed songs, Doctor Who, dog outfits, the Sonic the Hedgehog movie, dangerous plants, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! Please consider joining our Patreon or gifting a m…

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The Coziest Chapter: AWTWB ch 84-89 37:05

7M ago37:05

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Today we are discussing chapters 84-89 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about calling dibs on freaking out, Merlin media, the 10th Kingdom, spiders, and our “what nice things have you done lately” segment. Get your tickets to our tea party and your raffle tickets here! Submit so…

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Star Trek and Hopepunk with Hannah McGregor 47:45

7M ago47:45

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Can Humanity have a better future, as a treat? Today we are talking with Hannah McGregor about the special place Star Trek occupies in the sci-fi genre, and what we can learn from it. Also featuring conversation about Doctor Who, Octavia Butler, and a host of book recommendations! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about nai…

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31. Immortality at the Bottom of a Squirrel: AWTWB ch 81-83 42:53

7M ago42:53

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Today we are discussing chapters 81-83 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains our “what nice things have you been up to?” segment! Get your tickets to our tea party and your raffle tickets here! Please consider joining our Patreon and/or sticker club! You can now give subscriptions as gifts as well…

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Heart of Glory: Star Trek TNG s1e20 46:03

8M ago46:03

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 20 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Coming of Age.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about death rituals, B’Elanna Torres, black light reactive birds, neutral grounds, Rufio interruptions, and our “hey, how are you?” segment. Please consider joining our Patreon or gifting a memb…

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30. A Spectacular Transgression 48:10

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Today we are discussing chapters 77, 78, and 80 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about our shared fear of cars and our “what have you been up to?” segment! Check out our sticker sale before the end of the month! Please consider joining our Patreon and/or sticker club! You can no…

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Dear Hashtag Ruthless: An Advice Bonus 37:52

8M ago37:52

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Welcome to our first bonus advice episode of 2025! In this episode: Can I be pansexual if I’ve only ever had one partner? Is it possible to build resilient communities and friendships that last through difficult times? How do we build the future we want to live in? And, how do I figure out my gender when my relationship to my body is already compli…

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Dear Hashtag Ruthless: An Advice Bonus! 37:16

8M ago37:16

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Welcome to our first bonus advice episode of 2025! In this episode: Can I be pansexual if I’ve only ever had one partner? Is it possible to build resilient communities and friendships that last through difficult times? How do we build the future we want to live in? And, how do I figure out my gender when my relationship to my body is already compli…

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Coming of Age: Star Trek TNG s1e19 46:24

8M ago46:24

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Today we are discussing season 1, episode 19 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Coming of Age.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Lark’s window spider and our “hey, how are you?” segment. Don’t miss our sticker sale! 15% off ends January 31st. Please consider joining our Patreon or gifting a membership—our Patrons ar…

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A Relentlessly Queer Birthday Bonus 35:16

8M ago35:16

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It’s our birthday 🥳 and we are celebrating with a delightful little episode full of love and reflection upon the past six years. Make sure you are following us on Instagram so you can celebrate with us! Here’s the Tingler we talked about! Don’t miss our Muppet Treasure Island Yule bonus episode on The Gay Pirate Podcast feed 🏴‍☠️ Want to send us so…

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A Relentlessly Queer Birthday Bonus 34:46

8M ago34:46

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It’s our birthday 🥳 and we are celebrating with a delightful little episode full of love and reflection upon the past six years. Make sure you are following us on Instagram so you can celebrate with us! Here’s the Tingler we talked about! Don’t miss our Muppet Treasure Island Yule bonus episode on The Gay Pirate Podcast feed 🏴‍☠️ Want to send us so…