Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today is their holiday gift exchange special!!! PLUS today they chat: the drama, Taylor Swift, and the new shadowhunters book Better in Black.

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 25:00

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THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

Brooklyn, New York - January 6th

@ Word Bookstore - 7PM

in conversation with Alexandria Bellefleur 

RSVP: https://withfriends.co/event/27177316/christine_riccio

Collingswood, New Jersey / Philly area - January 7th

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Memphis, TN - January 9th

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Austin, TX - January 11th

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

In conversation with Natasha Polis 

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

JANUARY - 14 - Culver City, CA

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 1! And the evolution of their thoughts on the series! PLUS today they chat: Golden Globe nominations, the Drama, Roof Man, Spotify Wrapped, Heated Rivalry, and more! 

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 47:15

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

in conversation with Alexandria Bellefleur 

more info to come! keep an eye on @xtinemay 's instagram

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

In conversation with Natasha Polis 

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking WICKED, part 2: how the sequel stood up against the first film, our grievances, what stood out, and more. PLUS today they chat: the Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaper trailer, Sabrina Carpenter, Dancing with the Stars, and more! 

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 37:41

BEHIND THE SCENES WITH NATASHA & CHRISTINE - our interview with Peacock’s All Her Fault Writer / Creator Meghan Gallagher starts at: 1:30:57

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

In conversation with Natasha Polis 

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking WICKED, part 1: why we all relate to it so deeply, our favorite moments of the film, and how wild the different brand collaborations they have are. PLUS today they chat: Sabrina Carpenter making Alice in Wonderland, Taylor Swift’s upcoming documentary, I Love LA, The Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie, and more. 

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT: 39:30

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

In conversation with Natasha Polis 

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Get Christine’s novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy 

Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking Frankenstein inspired films and tv — and comparing/contrasting the themes highlighted in those stories to Netflix’s new Guillermo del Toro’s gorgeous new Frankenstein film. If you haven’t seen it yet, it’s streaming now, but they will warn you before any spoilers come about. PLUS today they chat: their 3 year anniversary, a Red White & Royal Blue sequel, American Horror story’s casting for season 13, Regretting You, Love is Blind, Percy Jackson, and more. 

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT 38:00

fangirl teatime starts at: 2:08:00

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking HALLOWEEN and how their perspective on it has shifted now that cosplay is a big part of their lives. Today they have special guest and professional cosplay queen Lauren Does Cosplay!! They chat Halloweens past, cosplay triumphs, plus they discuss Star Wars news, Fallout, the new Bruce Springsteen movie, Die My Love, and more!

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT 57:46 

fangirl teatime starts at: 1:48:30

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

FIND LAUREN ON THE INTERWEBS:

TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauren.does.cosplay?lang=en

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Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

THE THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE BOOK TOUR:

Kiss & Tale Romance Bookshop - 6pm

in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maeher

TICKETS: https://kisstalebookshop.com/events/3873820260107

Novel Memphis - 6pm

in conversation with Kelsey Impicciche

387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117

RSVP: https://novelmemphis.com/event/2026-01-09/christine-riccio-w-kelsey-impicciche-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Lark & Owl Booksellers - 7pm

205 6th St Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626

TICKETS: https://www.larkandowlbooksellers.com/products/christine-riccio-author-event-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

The Ripped Bodice - 7pm

in conversation with Olivie Blake/Alexene Farol Follmuth

3806 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

TICKETS: https://www.therippedbodice.com/events-and-tickets 

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking the most notorious fictional villains of all time, smashing or passing and GUSHING over the fact that Taylor Swift is giving us a six part documentary about the Eras tour in December AHHHHHH!!!! Plus they chat Peaky Blinders news, live action Tangled, the Beatles documentaries, Game of Thrones news and more.

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

MAIN DISCUSSION STARTS AT 54:00 

fangirl teatime starts at: 1:48:30

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

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Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re breaking down TAYLOR SWIFT’S NEW ALBUM the Life of a Showgirl - initial reactions, track by track deep dives, the music video for Fate of Ophelia, and the Showgirl theater experience! We can’t wait to hear all your thoughts on all the things! 

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

fangirl teatime starts at: 1:54:13

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

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Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re going through what they feel are the most iconic breakups in pop culture (during their time thus far on this earth.) Plus they chat Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Wicked: For Good, Charlottes Web, the Social Network Sequel the Social Reckoning, and more. 

Main discussion starts at: 37:00

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls 

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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Get Christine’s novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy 

Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today's they’re talking all things Hamilton the musical!  Plus they chat Tom Holland, the Life of a Showgirl movie, Colleen Hoover’s new book, Stephenie Meyer news, Zach Efron, and more!

 

Main discussion starts at: 48:00

Today in Fangirl Tea Time: Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls

Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls 

Preorder Christine’s new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156

Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-alone

Check out Natasha’s sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/

Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!

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