Charm Bomb

This episode is all about the Geek Girl Pen Pals 8th birthday! Joanna and Summer reminisce about their favorite IGGPPC memories, their own 8th birthdays, and talk about their favorite cakes.

Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, sleepover snacks, gardening, and 90s nostalgia.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: What's the one gift you wish someone would give you for your birthday but no one ever does?If you were turning 8 now, what would be on your birthday wish list?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna host special guest, IGGPPC co-founder, Emily "Farquharson" to chat about baked treats, long distance hangouts, and IGGPPC's 8th birthday.

Topics this week include Animal Crossing, October Faction, West World, Ted Lasso, Cake Smash (the game), and the band Man Man.

Mentioned this week:

Emily's website: http://frogmella.ink/

Follow Emily on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frogmellaink/

Man Man: https://manmanbandband.bandcamp.com/

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some ways to hang out with friends long distance?

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their various art hobbies, their top 5 fictional ships (spaceships and ocean-going ships), and what counts when it comes to being geeky enough.

Topics this week include Star Trek Lower Decks, throwing pottery, exhibit design, and geek loves.

Mentioned this week:

SUE the T-rex: https://twitter.com/SUEtheTrex

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: Am I geeky enough?

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna host their fellow IGGPPC Director Jen and talk about fashion trends we'd bring back, the shows we're binging, and our favorite fictional couples.

Topics this week include Bridgerton (yes, again), Animal Crossing, WandaVision, our love of 90s fashion and also capes.

Mentioned this episode: Stitchcrvft: https://www.stitchcrvft.com/

Tuesday of California: https://www.shoptuesday.com/

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: If you could be the people to start a new fashion trend, what would it be and why?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss our favorite Doctor Who companions and making friends in adulthood.

Topics this week include Bridgerton, d&d, meaningful relationships with others and ourselves, and tea.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: Are friendships based on shared interests the key to meaningful happiness?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss hot cocoa bombs (#accidentalcheese), the shows they're currently watching, and their top 5 fictional pets.

Topics this week include The Mandalorian & The Expanse (all discussions are spoiler-free!), bardcore, making art, and embracing the changing seasons.

The Menagerie MacLeod magical creatures: https://themenageriemacleod.com/

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some good ways to pass the time indoors?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals

Follow Summer @Sumsicle

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss cosy comforts, connecting with friends, and sourdough starter.

Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, customized playlists, burning candles & incense, and top 5 comfy cozy things.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some geeky things to get you through hard times?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

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Follow Summer @TheFinchery

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss their favorite spooky or Halloween themed movies, films that are also stage plays, and other seasonal spooky things.

Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (yes, again!), the game Among Us, and dealing with social media while practicing self care.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I stop doomscrolling?

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Follow Summer @TheFinchery (or @prettynonsense on instagram as mentioned in the episode)

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss homemade fancy drinks, crafting and art techniques, and favorite Pokemon.

Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (and character growth), aesthetically pleasing piles of pumpkins and pine cones, and growing past a fandom.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I get through breaking up with a fandom?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals

Follow Summer @TheFinchery (or @prettynonsense on instagram as mentioned in the episode)

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Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!

This episode Summer and Joanna discuss favorite camp snacks, new cryptids, and baking tips that will surely get us kicked out of Great British Bake Off.

Topics this week include s'mores, online RPG, and campfire cooking.

This week's Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some tips for getting into baking?

To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected]

Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals

Follow Summer @TheFinchery

Follow Joanna @JoannaVolavka

Learn more about Geek Girl Pen Pals at www.geekgirlpenpals.com, where geekery and snail mail collide!