Zillennials Podcast

221. Big Chicas Don't Cry by Annette Chavez Macias (Sept. 2025 BC)


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📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! This month Kaylee and Lian read Big Chicas Don't Cry by Annette Chavez Macias.


The hosts delve into the relationships among the four cousins—Selena, Gracie, Mari, and Erica—and whether the focus on their individual love stories overshadowed the familial bonds. Kaylee and Lian also address the different jobs and life situations of the cousins, critique the book's writing style and pacing, and share their thoughts on the characters' decisions and romantic interests.


Join them for an in-depth discussion filled with personal insights and candid opinions.


00:00 Introduction to the Book Club Episode

00:19 Overview of 'Big Chicas Don't Cry'

00:58 Initial Impressions and Spoilers Alert

01:08 Character Dynamics and Relationships

01:22 Individual Love Stories vs. Cousin Bonds

04:06 Confusion with Multiple Perspectives

06:19 Character-Specific Discussions

13:25 Critique of Gender Roles and Character Development

18:07 Book Covers and Their Impact

19:44 Family Cooking Traditions

24:05 The Impact of Welita’s Death

25:34 Character Choices and Relationships

30:13 Final Thoughts and Recommendations


📚 Oct. 6, 2025 Book Club: ⁠⁠Sign Here⁠⁠ by Claudia Lux ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


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