Nice Jewish Fangirls

The Nice Jewish Fangirls turn to the dark side in order to discuss villainous characters of Tanach! How do Biblical baddies compare to the black hats of popular fiction? Is the snake in Eden basically just Slytherin? And why is Eliyahu like Boba Fett? Tune in to find out! In this episode, Michal, Tamar, and SM also obsess over Netflix's The Dragon Prince, film novelization spinoffs like Wonder Wom...

The Nice Jewish Fangirls are coming at you just in time to ring in 5779! As the holidays draw near, they’re sharing the characters and artists who inspire them to be better, to persevere through hard times, and to dress fabulously. Michal, Tamar, and SM also obsess over the Marvel Rising: Initiation shorts, the Ologies podcast, and the very intellectually stimulating Mall of America. Come see our...

The Nice Jewish Fangirls return to take on the totally-topical subject of the good old USA in fiction! What do they like? What is kind of a problem? Why do fictional dystopias spring so readily from American soil, and how should we think about those stories in today’s political climate? (Yes, it’s a super chilled-out episode.) Michal, Tamar, and SM also obsess over NBC’s modern classic Chuck, “The...

The Nice Jewish Fangirls are back to provide your comprehensive guide to surviving convention season as humans, and observant Jews! Michal, SM, and Tamar con-verse on the highs and lows of the con life, compare tips and tricks to make it easier, and remind you why you must always bring Scotch tape. The Fangirls also obsess over JK Rowling's stance against anti-Semitism, a delightfully con-fusing p...

Continuing in the fan fiction vein from their last episode, the Fangirls delve into the seemingly ubiquitous yet surprisingly nebulously defined trope of "Mary Sue" characters, digging into its possible sexist underpinnings. They also geek out over the maturity of the CW's Black Lightning, the dramatic coming-of-age novel "Emergency Contact," and the darkly amusing Jewish reality that is Netflix's...

​This week, the Nice Jewish Fangirls have a magical (if we don’t say so ourselves!) interview with the author of “Goldstein,” the Harry Potter fanfiction that has the Jewish world on shpilkes! Michal, Tamar, and SM speak to Laazov about her experiences in writing “Goldstein,” the response from readers around the world, and what might be next for Yehuda in Year 2. Whether you’ve read “Goldstein” or...

​The NJFs are back and as obsessive as ever, with multichrome nail polish, Harry Potter purses, and the dark, twisty world of Stieg Larsson's books. And of course, they break down Marvel's latest sensation, Black Panther in a spoilerific conversation. So listen in and find out what they loved, what they loved more, and what they loved most. Spoiler: it's Michael B. Jordan and M'Baku.

The Nice Jewish Fangirls return to face the music on their mutually assigned fandom challenges! Michal shares her forays into the strange realms of Cordelia's Honor and The Great British Bakeoff, Tamar recounts her highs and lows in The Bullpen Gospels and Avatar: The Legend of Korra, and SM breaks down her mixed reviews of The Queen's Thief and Healer. The fangirls also share their obsessions wit...

The Nice Jewish Fangirls gather round to discuss Star Wars: The Last Jedi, otherwise known as the movie that broke the internet even more than Ajit Pai! Michal, Tamar, and SM run down their likes and dislikes of Episode VIII, pointing out a few Jewish themes, and clearing the air on the most important question of all: How do they feel about porgs? This week's current obsessions include making your...

The Nice Jewish Fangirls come together for a live stream event to celebrate their 25th episode! This week's current obsessions include ABC's "Forever," gift giving because it's awesome, and Star Wars: The Last Jedi's Kelly Marie Tran. The fangirls also share some great gifting ideas, answer your questions, and more! Thank you for your support through 25 episodes! We couldn't have done it without y...

​In the latest episode of Nice Jewish Fangirls, we explored what television or movie franchises we’d like to see remade, such as Firefly, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Charmed, and many, many more. We also raved about Thor: Ragnarok, Kitten Lady, and Hunt for the Wilderpeople.

​The Nice Jewish Fangirls remember that that whole Halloween thing happened last week, and convene to discuss the Jewish perspective on scary holidays and fear itself. (Watch out for the Cossaks!) They also get real on what scares them, childhood traumas, why SM isn't scared of anything. This week's current obsessions include Trudi Canavan's Millenium's Rule series, meeting Patrick Stewart, 'Wonde...

As we come down from the holiday highs, the Nice Jewish Fangirls are here to help! After recapping their Jewtastic New York Comic Con debut and challenging each other to new fandom exposure (Avatar! KDramas! Baseball!), the trio give you some of their favorite comfort food, feel-good fandoms to get you past the post-holiday blues. Discussion includes: The Last Jedi iMessage Stickers Drop Dead Diva...

​The Nice Jewish Fangirls are back in your feed during the Jewish Days of Awe to tackle the very topical subject of redemption and atonement in fiction! They take on the big ideas of bad guys doing better, analyze the arcs of everyone from Jaime Lannister to Severus Snape, and take a moment to wonder why there aren't more women in this discussion. With the High Holidays in full swing, the Fangirls...

In the super special 20th episode of Nice Jewish Fangirls, the trio preps for the Jewish New Year by discussing some of their favorite series' beginnings. They also talk the dirty backstabbing mess behind the scenes of Major League Baseball, Sunmi's "Gashina," and "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman.

The Nice Jewish Fangirls convene again to process recent events in the best way they know how -- through fiction! Tackling far-ranging portrayals of Naziism and Jewish resistance throughout modern storytelling, the Fangirls break down everything from The Producers, to Star Trek, to Harry Potter, and ponder what's next in the fictional fight against real-world evil. #saveQueenie This week's obsessi...

After a few weeks off, the Nice Jewish Fangirls are back and as obsessive as ever, with a very special guest: fashion designer Leetal Platt, best known for her magical transforming Sailor Moon dress and her incredible Star Wars line for Her Universe. Hear all about her challenges, successes, and fandoms! The NJFs also obsessed over Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Girls' Generation, and...Chabad?

​This week, the Nice Jewish Fangirls are joined by Peninah "Penny" Gershman of Harry Potter Prognostications to celebrate a few very special Wizarding anniversaries. Taking a stroll down the magical memory lane, the ladies discuss the origins of their Potter journeys, reminisce about the amazing places it's taken them, and reflect on the impact Harry Potter has had on their lives. We also obsessiv...

In this latest episode, the Nice Jewish Fangirls give you a full and spoilertastic review of the ultimate NJF movie of the year, Wonder Woman! They also discuss dipping a toe into the food blogosphere, the excitements and frustrations of Bookcon, and the surprising violence of Blood Rage Ragnarok.

​In this timely graduation-themed episode, the Nice Jewish Fangirls discuss some of their favorite (and least favorite) season and series finales and endings, including Babylon 5, Dollhouse, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, Charmed, and Harry Potter. They also fangirl obsessively over Wonder Woman (full review coming soon!), Person of Interest, and The Handmaid's Tale.

​This week, the Nice Jewish Fangirls return to tackle the subject of gods in popular fiction! Inspired by a very non-Jewish game mechanic in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wind, the Fangirls break down their thoughts on the polytheism of Percy Jackson, the religious irreverence of American Gods, and the just-a-little-too-real worship of K-Pop “idols.” The Fangirls also share their obsessions w...

In this week's episode, the Nice Jewish Fangirls talk about Ice and Fire Con, MasterChef Junior, Amit & Joni, online friendships, and why we're very, very anxious for 'Wonder Woman' to come out already.

In this post-Passover episode of Nice Jewish Fangirls, the trio talked about all of the fandom-oriented goodies they encountered over Pesach along with some of their current obsessions, including Ms. Marvel, Signal, and The Last Jedi. Also discussed: A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge American Gods Ascension Trilogy by Gaelen Foley Captain America Insatiable by Meg Cabot Name of The Wind by Pat...

In the 11th episode of Nice Jewish Fangirls, the Fangirls talk to Hugo-nominated(!!) Orthodox Jewish editor Navah Wolfe, offer up some book recommendations for Pesach (Passover), and discuss City Field’s Opening Day, ‘Power Rangers’, ‘Space Case’ by Stuart Gibbs, The Sorting Hat Chats, and a lot, lot more. (Riverdale! Star Trek! Books books booooooks!!!!)

In episode 10 of Nice Jewish Fangirls, Michal, Tamar, and SM convene to recap our Purim celebrations and usher in the Pesach season. We speak with Rabbi Moshe Rosenberg, author of the hot-off-the-presses Unofficial Hogwarts Haggadah, diving into the links between the magical world and and the Jewish holiday of redemption. We also obsess over the miracles of Harry Potter World, as well as the reinc...