Femme & Furious: A Feminist Pop Culture Podcast

Synopsis: Summary

In this engaging conversation, Julia Portela and Ren Browne explore the themes of fandom, romance, and masculinity as they discuss the popular show Heated Rivalry.

 Sources, Recs & Mentions

• Books mentioned

Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid

The Long Game by Rachel Reid

Adversity by Ren Browne

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@Juliaroseportela

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Credits

Host: Julia Rose Portela
Production: Femme & Furious Studios
Thanks for listening, babes.

Synopsis: In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela dives deep into Season 5, Episode 3 of Stranger Things, titled 'The Turnbow Trap.'

Chapters:

 Sources, Recs & Mentions

• Books mentioned

An Encyclopedia of Fairies by Katharine Briggs

The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S Lewis

Woman and the Demon by Nina Auerbach

• Shows referenced

Alice in Wonderland

Spirited Away

Coraline

Back to the Future

Labyrinth

Poltergeist

Hansel & Gretel

Gremlins

The Homeric Hymn to Demeter - Myth of Persephone

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Host: Julia Rose Portela
Production: Femme & Furious Studios
Thanks for listening, babes.

Synopsis: In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Portela delves into the themes of trauma, gender dynamics, and the historical context of caregiving as explored in Stranger Things, particularly in episode five, 'The Vanishing of Holly Wheeler.' The conversation highlights the significance of the Candy Striper phenomenon, parental oblivion, and the evolving role of the Demogorgon, while also examining character relationships and emotional stakes throughout the episode.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Femme & Furious

02:25 Chic Peek

03:54 Femme Frame: History of Candy Stripers

13:01 Slay-by-Slay: Episode Recap

54:37 Burn Book: Episode Superlatives

 Sources, Recs & Mentions• Shows referenced

• Articles or research
https://spiegato.com/en/what-is-a-candy-striper?

https://www.scifidimensions.com/what-is-the-meaning-behind-candy-stripers/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hospital_volunteer

https://www.stjude.org/about-st-jude/stories/making-a-difference/then-and-now-volunteen-1968.html

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Credits

Host: Julia Rose Portela
Production: Femme & Furious Studios
Thanks for listening, babes.

Synopsis: In this engaging conversation, Julia Portela and Sasha Preston delve into the themes of Sasha's book, The Sweetest Getaway. They explore the inspiration behind the story, the development of its characters, and the importance of female friendships. Sasha shares insights into her writing process and hints at future projects, including a sequel that continues the adventures of the beloved characters.

Chapters:

00:00Introduction and Inspiration Behind the Book

03:04Character Development and Female Friendships

05:57Exploring Themes of Empowerment and Risk-Taking

08:51Diversity and Representation in Storytelling

11:58Moral Ambiguity and Justification in Heist Stories

14:48The Role of Financial Empowerment

17:58Crafting Unique Characters and Their Dynamics

21:00Future Projects and Reader Engagement

WHERE TO FIND SASHA:

@Sashaprestonwriter on all platforms

https://www.sashapreston.com

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@femmeandfuriouspod

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Credits

Host: Julia Rose Portela
Production: Femme & Furious Studios
Thanks for listening, babes.

Synopsis: In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela dives into the premiere of Stranger Things Season 5, exploring its feminist themes, character dynamics, and the historical context of sound as resistance.

Femme Frame: Women & Sound as Resistance!

Sources, Recs & Mentions

• Books mentioned

• All The Light We Cannot See

• A Wrinkle in Time 




• Media referenced

• Back to the Future

Lipstick & Lore: Monthly Newsletter Where I send the vibes, the recs, and the unhinged opinions I can’t fit into the pod.

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Credits

Host: Julia Rose Portela
Production: Femme & Furious Studios

In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela discusses the upcoming release of Stranger Things Season 5 and the four key episodes recommended by the Duffer Brothers for viewers to watch beforehand.

In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela explores the intersection of feminism and pop culture through the lens of Wonder Woman and the 1980s setting of Stranger Things. The discussion delves into the evolution of female empowerment, the significance of friendship among young girls, and the critique of capitalism as represented by the Starcourt Mall. Portela highlights the struggles of female characters against misogyny in various contexts, including the workplace and suburban life, while drawing parallels between the show's supernatural elements and real-world patriarchal structures.

In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela delves into the feminist themes present in Stranger Things, particularly focusing on the character development of Eleven and the significance of community and connection. The discussion spans episodes 7 through 9 of season 2, highlighting the cultural context of the 80s, the portrayal of female rage, and the psychological horror embodied by the Mind Flayer. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of belonging and the emotional stakes of the characters as they navigate their challenges.

Welcome to the Showgirl Era, Babes

In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela delves into the feminist themes present in the popular series Stranger Things, particularly focusing on the implications of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and its historical context. The conversation explores how ECT has disproportionately affected women, the gendered lens through which mental health is viewed, and the narratives surrounding female characters in the show. Through a detailed breakdown of episodes from Season 2, Portela highlights the intersections of trauma, power, and the societal expectations placed on women, drawing parallels between the fictional world of Hawkins and real-world issues of consent and agency.