What is it about the unexpected that draws us in? Why do we tend to root for the unlikely hero? Well this *may* be a case for Bert Macklin, FBI or the pivotal questions for your favorite gals. Crush Fictionally is back in action! In this brand-new episode, we are joined by charismatic duo and clever podcast hosts Muriel Montgomery and Nick Casalini ("Hella in Your Thirties", "Muriel's Murders"). With insightful help from both Nick and Muriel, we discuss whether a fictional underdog can be the main character, how an understated character can make up for what they lack, and how drive and conviction can make the most unlikely of heroes the most likeable.

Who are we rooting for this week? Tune in to this bug circus troupe to find out: Samwell Tarly (John Bradley) of Game of Thrones, Brick Bardo (Tim Thomerson) of Dollman, Flick (Dave Foley) of A Bug’s Life, and Andy Dwyer (Chris Pratt) of Parks and Recreation.

This week’s small business shout-out: Semicolon Books (Chicago)

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SHOW INFO

Crush Fictionally is produced and edited by Peter Byrnes. Original music by Edith Mudge. Artwork by Rose Feduk. 

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