Plotline Hotline
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Episodes
15 episodes
Cleat Cute | Ch. 1-19
Well, well, well, we finally went smutty with this one. As lovers of women's sports, we felt this was the perfect way to break the ice... but is it? The underlying queer themes are strong, and the sex scene language is even stronger. Join us on...
In Search of Schrödinger’s Cat | Ch. 7 - 14
The latter half of the book extends quantum theory into everyday life, suggesting that reality is not fixed until it is observed in the present moment. Under the Copenhagen interpretation, all possibilities exist as “ghost” realities until obse...
In Search of Schrödinger’s Cat | Ch. 1 - 6
John Gribbon introduces quantum physics, by laying the foundation with a refresher on classical and new physics. We didn’t expect so much drama in the science community, and this book definitely delivers the tea! With quantum physics, came the ...
Carless People | Ch. 26 - 48
The back half of this book reveals even deeper, darker secrets. Mark considers a presidential campaign run. After all, Facebook did get Trump elected. Facebook is willing to sell their souls to countries who will use their data to persecute the...
Careless People | Ch. 1 - 25
On the surface, Facebook seems pretty simple: A way to connect friends globally. With this global network, comes great diplomatic responsibility. Sarah Wynn-Williams was the first to recognize the revolutionary impact Facebook would forge withi...
We Love You, Bunny | Pt. 2, Ch. 9 - Pt. 3
After Aerius’ murder spree, we return to the narration of the Bunnies. While Aerius and the Bunnies are on their own timelines, they do have a common connection: Ursula. Ursula, the fiction cohort instructor. Turns out, she has some hidden skel...
We Love You, Bunny | Pt. 1 - Pt. 2, Ch. 8
Mona Awad makes her second appearance on the pod with We Love You, Bunny. This sequel takes us back to the origin story, where each Bunny gets the chance to share her darkly humorous perspective. ☺ The tone shifts when Aerius, their co...
1984 | Pt. 3
As we close out our 1984 episode, we finally face Winston’s fate… or do we? Maybe the real takeaway is that we’re all reading slightly different versions of the same story. Are we reading different versions literally—or is the mind so ...
1984 | Pt. 1-2
A novel about censorship getting censored? Oh, the irony. We decided to revisit this high school classic to see what all the fuss is about. Is it the sex? Is it the mass surveillance? Is it Winston's job as a history rewriter in the records dep...
After | Ch. 11-20
The latter half of this book digs into spirituality, the distinction between brain and mind, and negative near death experiences. While we discovered far too many ways to die in the process, the takeaway from these testimonials is surprisingly ...
After | Ch. 1-10
Ever wonder what happens when you die? Well, we did! Dr. Bruce Greyson breaks down his scientific research and findings on near-death experiences. If you love science and stepping into the unknown, this one’s for you!
Bunny | Ch. 18-38
This episode wraps up Bunny, covering chapters 18 through 38. The Bunnies insist that Samantha try her luck at creating a hybrid. The result is Max, a strange, beautiful boy who embodies everything Samantha has repressed. As Max seduces her bes...
Bunny | Ch. 1-17
We kick off this episode with a new book and a bottle of champagne! Tiff chose Bunny by Mona Awad, a book with about 80,000 words and infinite interpretations. Main character Samantha takes us on a muddled adventure filled with weird moments, e...