Best Hashtag Ruthless Podcasts (2025)

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

1d ago55:14

55:14

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

4d ago42:55

42:55

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

4d ago42:55

42:55

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

10d ago49:35

49:35

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

16d ago54:32

54:32

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

24d ago49:08

49:08

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

30d ago

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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

30d ago1:03:07

1:03:07

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

1M ago39:25

39:25

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

1M ago59:48

59:48

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

2M ago41:13

41:13

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

2M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

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

2M ago26:22

26:22

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

2M ago51:18

51:18

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

3M ago38:49

38:49

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

3M ago53:06

53:06

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

3M ago47:23

47:23

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

3M ago50:17

50:17

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

4M ago42:57

42:57

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

4M ago46:44

46:44

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

4M ago37:05

37:05

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

4M ago47:45

47:45

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

4M ago42:53

42:53

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

5M ago46:03

46:03

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

5M ago48:10

48:10

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

5M ago37:52

37:52

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

5M ago37:16

37:16

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

5M ago46:24

46:24

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

5M ago35:16

35:16

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

5M ago34:46

34:46

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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Muppet Treasure Island 1:04:53

6M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Happy Yule! Today we are bringing you the gift of an episode about Muppet Treasure Island. The patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Tim Curry’s career, telling left from right (and teaching dogs to do it too), the need for a lesbian Miss Piggy movie, the movie Better Luck Tomorrow, and a couple appearances by Lark’s dogs. He…

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29. The Gayest Thing So Far: Any Way the Wind Blows ch 73 74 76 79 54:25

6M ago54:25

54:25

Today we are discussing chapters 73, 74, 76, and 79 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about the books that traumatized us in middle school, dog grooming, spooky lake month, several pet interruptions, and our “what have you been up to?” segment! Please consider joining our Patreon…

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Home Soil: Star Trek TNG: s1e18 1:04:08

7M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Today we are discussing season 1, episode 18 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Home Soil.” This episode is very special, because it has all of the Patreon exclusive content intact! Normally, the following conversations (totaling around 16 minutes!!!) would be Patreon only: Lark’s dog’s bedtime routine, gay media cancelations and how we would fix …

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28. What a Tangled Web We Weave: Any Way The Wind Blows chapters 74 +75 47:57

7M ago47:57

47:57

Today we are discussing chapters 74 and 75 (minus Agatha's parts!) of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. Next time we are reading chapters 73, the Agatha parts of 74, 76, and 79. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about memes, personal soundtracks, a Rufio inturruption, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! Sign up for…

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Prove Love, Create a Better Timeline 37:20

7M ago37:20

37:20

Welcome to a very special episode of The Gayly Planet, in which we spread a little love to your timeline with our friend and yours, Chuck Tingle. Listen to Lark’s episode with Her Dark Materials here Listen to our latest Chuck interviews here Listen to our full first interview with Chuck here Listen to our full second interview with Chuck here List…

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Bonus! Encanto 1:10:20

7M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Today we have a bonus episode for you! We are talking about Disney’s Encanto, so get ready for ALL OF THE FEELS!!! Content notes for this episode: this movie is about intergenerational trauma, so this episode is chock full of discussions about that. If you want to skip the heaviest bits, the politics section starts at 00:20:00 and ends at 00:42:00 …

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When the Bough Breaks: Star Trek TNG s1e17 1:09:38

8M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

Today we are discussing episode 17 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “When the Bough Breaks.” Here’s the Patreon post! Follow us on instagram for up to date info! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about beneficial bacteria/Doctor Who/internet showering discourse, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! Find this e…

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27. Obviously: Any Way The Wind Blows 55:41

8M ago55:41

55:41

Today we are discussing chapters 70-72 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about “light as a feather” and protest tactics (related, we promise!), Indiana, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! If you want to hear us have a complicated discussion about the upcoming US election, head …

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Too Short a Season: Star Trek TNG s1e16 44:57

8M ago44:57

44:57

Today we are discussing episode 16 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Too Short a Season.” The Doctor Who story Lark mentioned is called “The Resurrection Casket.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about how aging is a scam, Jeff Goldblum, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! Find this episode's image roundup h…

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26. You F*cking Menace: AWTWB ch 64 & 66-69 44:35

8M ago44:35

44:35

Today we are discussing chapters 64 AND 66-69 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains 10+ minutes of bonus content about shoes, The Magicians, bowling, and our “hey, how are you?” segment! We have new merch, including watford goat magnets and pins! Follow us on Instagram for memes and updates. Find …

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11001001: TNG s1e15 43:37

9M ago43:37

43:37

Today we are discussing episode 15 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “11001001.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content including some odd interruptions, athletic wear and where it belongs, The Matrix, and our “hey, how are you?” segment. Find this episode's image roundup here! Want to support us? Here’s a comprehen…

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25. FINALLY! AWTWB ch 62-63 53:42

9M ago53:42

53:42

Today we are discussing chapters 62 and 63 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about why you shouldn’t touch wild animals, a couple interruptions, and our “hey, how are you?” segment. We have new merch, including watford goat magnets and pins! Follow us on Instagram for memes and u…

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Angel One: Star Trek TNG s1e14 50:49

9M ago50:49

50:49

Today we are discussing episode 14 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Angel One.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Leonard Crofoot’s website, Halloween costumes future and past, and of course our new “hey how are you” segment! Here’s the Nat Geo article Lark referenced. Here’s the essay Jessie referenced…

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24. I’m Cold Calling a Demon: AWTWB ch 59 + 61 41:07

9M ago41:07

41:07

Today we are discussing chapters 59 and 61 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains our bonus “hey, how are you?” segment. We have new merch, including watford goat magnets and pins! Follow us on Instagram for memes and updates—this week will be a meme fest over there!!! Find all of our shows and inf…

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Datalore with Chuck Tingle: Star Trek TNG s1e13 1:21:03

9M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

Today we were joined by our dear friend Chuck Tingle to discuss episode 13 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Datalore.” Our conversation with Chuck begins around minute 13! The Patreon version of this episode contains a grand total of 22 minutes of bonus content!!! Bonus Chuck content includes: our feelings about Lore (the character),…

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23. If You Can’t be Gay at IKEA Where Can You? AWTWB ch 56-58 +60 38:53

10M ago38:53

38:53

Today we are discussing chapters 56-58 + 60 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell. The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Star Trek: Prodigy, Star Wars The Acolyte, and banning cishet white dudes from media, plus our new pre-episode check in! Curious about IKEA’s nonprofit situation? Here’s the deets! Find all of our…

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The Big Goodbye: Star Trek TNG s1e12 49:19

10M ago49:19

49:19

Today we are discussing episode 12 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “The Big Goodbye.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about Brent Spiner’s “Fan Fiction: A Mem-Noir,” our wish for more whimsical playtime opportunities for adults, and of course our new “hey how are you” segment! You can find most of our Chuck…

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22. PG-13 Erotica: Any Way The Wind Blows chapters 54-55 42:26

10M ago42:26

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Today we are discussing chapters 54-55 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about our candy preferences, Madonna’s brother’s memoir, and our new pre-episode check in! Find all of our shows and information about everything we do on our website, hashtagruthless.com Help keep this show…

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Haven: Star Trek TNG s1e11 1:04:55

11M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Today we are discussing episode 11 of season 1 of Star Trek: The Next Generation, “Haven.” The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about 16 Candles, Stevie Nicks, and our new “hey, how’s it going” section! You can listen to our interview with Chuck Tingle here! You can listen to our discussion about Bury Your Gays here! You can l…

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21. VIBES! AWTWB ch 51-53 +65 1:08:19

11M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Today we are discussing chapters 51-53 AND 65 of Any Way The Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell! The Patreon version of this episode contains bonus content about our love of pro/con lists, plus our new “hey, how are you?” segment! Here’s the breakdown of the specials we’re running right now! -Join our Patreon at a sticker tier and get several bonus stick…

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