Femme & Furious: A Feminist Pop Culture Podcast

Summary: Rhaenyra Targaryen is learning in real time how to win friends & influence people. Turns out, occupying the Iron Throne requires more than just serving face... it also means you have to serve your people. Rhaenyra is dealing with stabilizing her kingdom, fending off a bloodthirsty Daemon, trying (and failing) to appease Corlys, grieving her son, and everything else that is required of...

Summary: We *finally* say goodbye to the lake in a season of television that was fun to binge, but left me with a lot of questions. That's right, we're at the end of Every Year After! On this episode of Femme & Furious, we're diving into marriage as a battlefield, gendered expectations & navigation of trauma, the manic pixie dream mother, and so much more. Join the 2 Femme, 2 Furious commu...

Summary: If there's one thing HotD does well, it's center the women. Our two girlie pops, Alicent & Rhaenyra, are finally together again, and we need to make some space for the sexual tension and trauma that's about to enter the chat. This was a beautiful episode exploring grief and the consequences of war and power. It's an episode that explores 3 different women, all with the title Queen, wh...

Big Announcement: Come fangirl with us I've started a cultural salon for feminist fangirls who want more than just a podcast feed. This is for the girls, gays, and theys who want buddy reads, mutual aid, monthly zines, and a found family that actually shows up. Plus, each month we'll have a guest expert join us for a salon-style convo where you can deepen your feminist lore (think: political exper...

Summary: The Fairy Bi Mother, AKA Capri Campeau, has visited Femme & Furious. Not only are we hanging out with queer royalty and a gem of a human, but Capri & Julia dive into all things bisexual baddie related. There are ten categories, ranging from characters to items, all celebrating what it is to be bi. Happy Pride Month to everyone listening. Feminist Follow-Through: For this episode,...

Summary: Welcome back to Westeros on Femme & Furious. We are hopping onto dragonback, eating charred sheep, and upgrading foot fetishes for mother/son incest in this epic, long-awaited season premiere of House of the Dragon Season 3. In this episode of the podcast, we are diving into autonomy, the patriarchy (aka all of Westeros), the way women need to grab at power, and what the vow for the m...

Summary: Femme & Furious links up with Eteng Ettah, host of the Consider This For Comfort Podcast. Eteng and Julia draft their comfort black baddies across five categories: character, theme song, soundtrack, performance, and cultural moment. This is a casual conversation celebrating Black influence on Pop Culture! Happy Juneteenth! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introducing Eteng Ettah from Consider This For...

Summary: Here are my slightly incoherent ramblings about Stranger Things: First Shadow on Broadway. We go into the Upside Down to explore conspiracy theories, Henry's origin story, gender politics, and my undying love for Jamie Campbell Bower. This is Femme & Furious signing off with one final look at Stranger Things. More Stranger Things: https://linkly.link/2kXNw

Summary: We are back in Barry's Bay, enjoying the scenery, like the picturesque lake, Sam Florek's eyes, and Charlie's abs. I'm just a girl. Sue me. We're exploring episodes one (Every Summer After) and two (Young Blood) in Amazon Prime's newest summer romance series, Every Year After, based on the book Every Summer After by Carley Fortune. We're talking about skeletons in our closets, the ghosts...

Summary: Jump into the lake at Barry's Bay, where we're wrapping up our exploration of Carley Fortune's Every Summer After. On this episode of Femme & Furious, we dive into anxiety, mistakes, regret, and trek through the emotional underworld of summers past, where the Florek Boys are surely waiting for us. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Hot Girl Hot Take: Episode Intro 01:23 Housekeeping 04:23 Quickie: Key F...

Summary: On this episode of Femme & Furious, we're taking a field trip to Barrys Bay to hang out with the Florek Boys and one Persephone Fraser. This episode explores the rich themes of identity, self-acceptance, friendships, and romantic relationships in Carley Fortune's 'Every Summer After'. Chapters: 00:00 Hot Girl Hot Take: Episode Introduction 03:33 Chic Peek: Episode Overview 04:26 Quick...

Summary : This episode offers an in-depth analysis of the TV series 'Off Campus' episodes 7 & 8, exploring themes of trauma, friendship, and emotional growth. Julia Rose Portela discusses character arcs, feminist themes, and the importance of authentic storytelling in media. CHAPTERS : 00:00 Hot Girl Hot Take: Episode Introduction 01:19 Housekeeping 04:16 Chic Peek: Episode Overview 06:02 Slay...

Summary: What's better than one sex montage? Two sex montages! Amazon Prime Video, Louisa Levy & the entire Off Campus creative team understood the assignment, and for that, we are all eternally grateful. On this episode of Femme & Furious (aside from fangirling), we're diving into the emotional depth of the hockey boys, the value of girlfriends, and the deep impact of trauma and domestic...

Summary: Julia Rose Portela shares updates on the evolution of Femme & Furious as the show steps into a new era where we are emphasizing community building, activism, and new initiatives like the feminist follow-through segment! We're diving into the show's origins and its shift towards action-oriented content, and plans for deeper community engagement through Patreon. Chapters 00:00 Introduct...

Summary: This episode explores the season one finale of 'Margot's Got Money Troubles,' diving into themes of apology, character, societal biases, and the power of community. Julia Rose Portela provides a detailed analysis of key moments, feminist themes, and character development, setting the stage for season two. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Hot Girl Hot Take: Episode Intro 00:23 AD: CREATIVE ALCHEMY 01:52 Ch...

Summary: There's nothing quite like the Briar U boys who are back in action and proving that not only do book boyfriends do it better, but that shows written by women for women are always going to hit different. Hannah and Garrett bring their deal to a conclusion, leaving them both with murky, unresolved feelings for each other. In this episode of Femme & Furious, I'm diving into how the Off C...

Summary: In this episode of Femme & Furious, Julia Rose Portela is diving into Margo's Got Money Troubles, episode 6 Grudge Match, and the penultimate episode Lariat Takedown. In this episode, we deep dive into women policing women, the double standards of doxxing, economic feminism, and so much more! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Hot Girl Hot Take: Episode Overview 02:01 Hellos and Housekeeping 05:42 Chic...

Summary: Julia Rose Portela dives into the first two episodes of the Off Campus series, based on Elle Kennedy and BookToks beloved series! She explores character development for Hannah Wells and Garrett Graham, book-to-screen adaptation choices, and thematic depth, all while sharing her fangirl enthusiasm. This episode offers a detailed analysis of the show's visual style, character arcs, and soci...

Summary: In this episode of Femme & Furious, host Julia Rose Portela is diving into HBO's Euphoria, Season 3, Episode 5, This Little Piggy. She'll explore themes of exploitation, how the patriarchy is failing Nate Jacobs, Bishop as a false salvation, the cassie-zilla of it all, and, of course, the plethora of dildos witnessed in this episode. We'll also dive into the performance of femininity...

This episode of Femme & Furious dives into chapter 31 - Epilogue of The Deal by Elle Kennedy. This episode highlights how our characters navigate the cycles of abuse, injustice for victims, and the experience of HEA for Hannah and Garrett. https://bio.site/femmeandfurious

summary This episode offers an in-depth analysis of the latest episode of Euphoria, focusing on character development, symbolism, and thematic elements such as morality, identity, and societal critique. Julia Portela explores the complex portrayals of Rue, Jules, Cassie, and Nate, and examines the show's use of religious and animal metaphors, as well as its commentary on drug use, human traffickin...

Julia Rose Portela dives into the themes of codependency, authenticity, and motherhood in the most recent episode of Margo's Got Money Troubles. She explores the dynamics between the characters and their commitment to integrity. It highlights the contrasting lives of Margo and Shyanne, shedding light on their individual journeys and the impact of authenticity on their personal lives. Takeaways Cod...

The episodes dives into themes of trauma, intimacy, and vulnerability with our characters from The Deal by Elle Kennedy. It also highlights the redefinition of intimacy and relationship titles, as well as the emotional evolution and growth of the characters. Chapters 00:00 Redefining Intimacy and Relationship Titles 23:26 Emotional Evolution and Growth 36:57 Revealing Personal Trauma and Character...

Summary: In this engaging interview, Anne-Marie Mawhiney shares her journey from social work to writing, her creative process, and her inspiring visions for inclusive future societies. Discover how her books reflect social themes, mythology, and her unique approach to storytelling that bridges generations and fosters community resilience. Topics: Anne-Marie Mawhiney's transition from social work t...

Summary: This episode offers a critical review of Season 3, Episode 3 of Euphoria, highlighting its departure from the emotional core and visual storytelling that made the series compelling. Keywords: Euphoria, TV review, feminist media, pop culture, HBO Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Femme & Furious 00:23 Euphoria Season 3 Rant 16:03 Jules: from artist to muse 20:13 Themes of Power and Objectifica...