Thanks, I'll Take It From Here

In this episode, Kami and Victoria dive into Off Campus Season 2 predictions based on the books and the larger Briar U universe. We’re talking Dean and Allie, Summer Di Laurentis, Hunter Davenport, Grace and Logan, Ramona, Beau Maxwell, and the storylines we think could make it to screen. Spoilers ahead. We’ll also be at the Indies & Bookworms Signing Event in Baltimore. Come hang out, meet in...

Kami and Victoria discuss Every Year After and whether the adaptation lived up to Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel. They break down the biggest book-to-screen changes, Percy and Sam’s story, the new storylines added to the series, and whether those changes helped or hurt the adaptation. They also share their overall review, discuss what worked, what didn’t, and talk about where the series could...

They did Andy SO dirty in this sequel… and we need to talk about it. In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Read It From Here, we’re recapping Revenge Wears Prada and all of its messiness, drama, and the CRAZY ending that had us both crashing out. With the sequel film on the way, we thought it would be a good idea to read the book and see what we might see in the movie. We’re also talking about why we’re...

In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , I’m breaking down The Drama and why the reaction has been so intense. I get into: The moment that changes everything, and why Emma’s confession hits so differently How casting affects how people see her What the film is really saying about accountability Why this story feels so uncomfortable to watch The difference between reacting to a film and...

In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here, we’re breaking down Project Hail Mary and getting into the real debate… are we team book or team movie? I’m joined by my friend Kelli, who loves the book, so you already know we had opinions. We’re talking first impressions, the biggest moments, what worked, what didn’t, and the changes that completely shift how you see Grace’s story. From Rocky s...

Was Hannah Montana always destined to reveal her identity? In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , I’m joined by Kat from Moon Valley Astrology to break down Hannah Montana’s birth chart and how her Sagittarius, Scorpio, and Libra placements explain her double life, relationships, and biggest decisions. From her love triangle to her music and that final reveal, we’re unpacking why auth...

We’re reviewing Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover and breaking down the film adaptation, comparing the biggest page-to-screen changes, what worked, what didn’t, and whether this is actually a good adaptation… or just a good movie. From Kenna’s redemption arc to missing tension and key scenes, we get into everything. Plus, we share our final ratings and announce our next book club pick. Follow me...

Every year after the Oscars, the same debates start online. Someone was robbed. Someone was snubbed. And people start asking the same question. How did that movie win? In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , Kami breaks down how the Academy Awards actually work , from how someone becomes a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to how nominations are decided by each...

Kami is joined by Taylor from Sisters Assembled to break down Bridgerton Season 4, from first reactions and favorite moments to where the series could go next. In this episode, they discuss Benedict and Sophie, debate Part 1 vs. Part 2, rank every Bridgerton season, including Queen Charlotte, share their top Lady Whistledown theories, and make predictions for Seasons 5 and 6. They also get into po...

In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , Kami examines what Michael Stirling becoming Michaela Stirling means for Francesca Bridgerton’s story in Bridgerton . Looking at the novel When He Was Wicked and the historical context of Regency-era inheritance, titles, and family structures, Kami explores how the series could adapt Francesca’s romance while still preserving the emotional core o...

In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , Kami talks with author Gigi Berardi about her historical novel Bianca’s Cure . Set in 16th century Florence, the book reimagines Bianca Capello , a woman often remembered for scandal, as an ambitious figure pursuing scientific discovery within the Medici court. Kami and Gigi discuss the real history behind the story, the role of alchemy and early...

Who is Lady Whistledown now? Bridgerton Season 4 ended with a major shift in the Ton, and the biggest question is no longer about romance. It is about authorship. In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Take It From Here , I break down the Bridgerton Season 4 finale, what showrunner Jess Brownell has officially confirmed about Season 5, and the leading theories about the new Lady Whistledown. I discuss: •...

Bridgerton Season 4 just wrapped, and the question now is simple: what comes next? In this episode, I break down Francesca Bridgerton’s novel When He Was Wicked and explore how the show might adapt one of the most emotionally complex stories in the series. We examine John’s sudden death, Michael’s long-standing feelings, the inheritance of the title, and the complicated dynamic between grief and d...

A movie poster has about three seconds to make you care. In that time, it has to communicate tone, genre, scale, and emotion in a single image. In this episode, I break down the history and evolution of movie posters, the role designers play in shaping a film’s identity, and why these images are some of the most underrated pieces of cinematic storytelling. Follow me on TikTok and Instagram @takeit...

In this episode, Kami breaks down what intimacy coordinators actually do and why they’ve become one of the most important roles on modern film and television sets. From choreographing intimate scenes to protecting actors’ boundaries, this is the behind-the-scenes work that makes those moments feel real while keeping everyone safe. If you’ve been watching Bridgerton (or any show with a little heat)...

If you follow me on Instagram and TikTok, you know I have been breaking down the Bridgerton books. Here is a quick breakdown of Eloise’s book To Sir Phillip, With Love along with my Season 5 theories. Follow me on Instagram! @takeitfromhere.media

In this astrology special, we break down Jacob Black’s birth chart to better understand one of Twilight’s most polarizing characters. Is Jacob driven by fate, emotional repression, or just truly terrible timing? As always, I’m joined by astrologer Kat from Moon Valley Astrology as we unpack his Capricorn-heavy chart, Virgo moon, multiple retrogrades, imprinting storyline, and why Jacob always seem...

Here’s a clear breakdown of what’s actually shown in the Avengers: Doomsday teaser. I walk through Steve Rogers’ return and why Endgame feels heavily connected to what’s coming next. This discussion is based on publicly circulating information, and I do not encourage piracy or seeking out leaked footage.

Welcome to Things, I’ll Take It From Here , the podcast where we unpack the movies that emotionally wreck us. In this episode, Kami is joined by Lyss from TheLyssReport to break down Wicked: For Good with spoiler-filled reactions, hot takes, and unhinged moments. We discuss Cynthia Erivo’s vocals, Ariana Grande’s Glinda, Jonathan Bailey supremacy, the biggest fan debates, what worked, what didn’t,...

In this episode of Thanks, I’ll Read It From Here , Kami and Victoria chat with author Heather Colley about The Gilded Butterfly Effect and the unhinged girls at the heart of the story. We talk about: • The inspiration behind The Gilded Butterfly Effect • The sorority setting and how it shaped Stella and Penny’s lives • Mental health, loyalty, and friendship in a toxic environment • What Heather h...

Welcome to our first Book Club episode. Today we are reviewing Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn, a small town Christmas rom com with enemies to lovers energy, unhinged holiday chaos, and one popcorn garland moment we will never forget. We start by reading a five star review and a one star review of Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animal and sharing where we land in between. Then we b...

Kami sits down with bestselling author Alyson Richman to talk about The Missing Pages , her haunting new novel set between the Titanic and the halls of Harvard. Part ghost story and part love story, it follows Harry Widener , a passionate book collector who perished on the Titanic, and Violet Hutchins , a modern-day Harvard student drawn to the mysteries within his memorial library. As strange occ...

We survived Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty … barely. The TSITP Season 3 finale was a wild ride. From Ring-Gate to Jerewonka, a canceled wedding, and Bonrad endgame confirmation, this episode breaks down the finale chaos, shares my unhinged reactions, and dives into the highs, lows, and what might be next in The Summer I Turned Pretty movie. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @takeitfromhere...

Belly’s still in Paris, Jeremiah’s in his hoe phase, Laurel might have caught the ick from John, and Conrad and Belly are basically pen pals. Episode 10 of TSITP was loaded! In this episode, I am breaking down The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 10 from Belly kissing a boy who hasn’t lived in Susannah’s womb to Jeremiah’s possible Ratatouille arc. I'll unpack all the Easter eggs you might...

Belly’s Paris adventure kicks off when a thief steals her backpack with her passport and “priceless” ring (worth maybe a croissant), leading to what might be the best Apple Airtag ad placement of all time. In this episode, I break down The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 9, from Belly chasing the thief into a Paris nightclub to Conrad’s emotional heart to heart with Adam to Jeremiah’s mes...