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Blood Orange: We are SO Pretentious

Blood Orange: We are SO Pretentious

By Caitlin and Christina

We are Caitlin and Christina and we’re going to be watching Project Runway and breaking down our favorite outfits and fashion catastrophes starting from the very beginning.
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Blood Orange: We are SO PretentiousNov 21, 2022

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Some days, We Just Talk About Books.

Some days, We Just Talk About Books.

We're reviewing Season 8 episode 9 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged to design a high-fashion look which is inspired by L'oreal eyeshadow. That's some prominent product placement, they must have paid a fortune.

We also chit-chat about saving vs spending money, the Franklin expedition, smelly Elizabethans, whale watching, and books. Books we've read, books we are reading, and books we want to read.

May 28, 202401:00:08
Being a Kennedy used to mean something!

Being a Kennedy used to mean something!

The designers on Project Runway were challenged with designing a piece of classic American sportswear ala Jackie O in season 8 episode 8.


We also go off on tangents and chat about the Kennedys in general, ventriloquist dummies, fandom, celebrity gossip, and paparazzi.

May 07, 202450:35
It's the resort darling, what can it cost? $5?

It's the resort darling, what can it cost? $5?

It's that time of the season, (Season 8 episode 7) the Michael Kors challenge. He challenges the designers to make resort wear, and, gasp! it's a partner challenge, much to the chagrin of the designers.


Then Caitlin tells a story about a guy who was staying at the resort she went to for her honeymoon, we talk about sending postcards home from Burning Man, and Christina tries to convince Caitlin of the existence of magic wrap skirts.

May 01, 202449:23
Always a bridesmaid

Always a bridesmaid

Today we chat about season 8 episode 6 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged to redesign some awful bridesmaids' dresses into new runway-ready looks.

We also spend a few minutes ranting about the modern state of streaming services.

Apr 20, 202440:29
You Didn't See Anything

You Didn't See Anything

It's a team challenge! Season 8 episode 5 of Project Runway got a little dramatic. Maybe we'll finally figure out why everyone hates Gretchen? hmmm....

Mar 18, 202435:41
Let's plan a party

Let's plan a party

It's the season 8 unconventional challenge! Woo! The designers visit a party supply store for their supplies.

We also spend the first 10 or 15 minutes talking about various other old reality TV shows.

Mar 04, 202401:04:32
This Podcast was made for Tangents

This Podcast was made for Tangents

We're chatting about season 8 episode 2 of Project Runway, the designers were challenged to design a look for the Marie Claire woman.

We also talk about how Caitlin has finally quit her Real World rewatch, how you don't own digital files, Burning Man, Las Vegas, and America's Next Top Model.

Feb 26, 202449:30
Let's Argue About Season 8

Let's Argue About Season 8

We thought we had finally made it to our namesake, the blood orange season, but we still have 2 more to go. However, this leads us to debate for the first 8 minutes about whether Michael Costello and Christopher Palu are the same person.

Then we talk about the new cast of designers. Their first challenge is the shortest in Project Runway history.

We also talk about dogs.

Feb 04, 202442:31
It's the final finale of season 7

It's the final finale of season 7

Yeah, we're still talking about Project Runway. Today it's the season 7 finale runway shows.

We also get an update on Caitlins' Real World rewatch. Talk about Bridget Jones Diary and the 90s heroine chic. What happens in the Big Brother house during huge current events? The Drew Carey Show and how it affected the blue eyeshadow industry. Cyclical fashion. And inspired by her presence as guest judge, we look up what Faith Hill is up to these days.

Jan 08, 202456:01
Tangents are both of our middle names

Tangents are both of our middle names

It's part one of the season 7 finale of Project Runway. Tim Gunn has his feet swept out from under him when he visits the designers at home to see the progress they've made on their final collections. Then, the judges decide whether Jay or Mila will make it to Bryant Park.

We also talk about several teachers we loved and/or hated from high school, credit scores, dogs getting loose, and a little bit about how many old classmates are now in jail. I had to edit out so many names. We're terrible at staying on topic.

Jan 01, 202450:41
All Eyes on me in the Center of the Ring

All Eyes on me in the Center of the Ring

We're talking about season 7 episode 12 of Project Runway. The designers are taken to the Ringling Brothers circus to watch a show and look for inspiration.

We also talk about waking up early, rye bread, Real World Colorado, the Weinstein Company and some of the stuff they own, Michael Jackson, and Britney Spears Circus.

We also consider that maybe we should have made a podcast about dogs after talking about them for quite awhile. Really. We talked about dogs for so long that I cut out about 10 minutes of it.

Nov 27, 202339:47
On the list of difficult celebrities...

On the list of difficult celebrities...

We're talking about season 7 episode 11 of Project Runway, the designers were challenged with designing a look for a difficult celebrity: Heidi. Of course, did anyone really expect it to be anyone else?

We also talk about Jessica Alba, Never Been Kissed, Real World, Paramount Plus, and Halloween.

Nov 20, 202337:22
I'm inspired by air, not pencils.

I'm inspired by air, not pencils.

Today we chat about season 7 episode 10 of Project Runway. The designers were tasked with designing their own fabric for this week's look so they went to work on their HP computers and HP tablets and printed test prints on a giant HP printer. I wonder who sponsored this episode?

We also went on a tangent where we talked about how we used to write stories back in the day and how Caitlin would make Christina do all the typing, she wrote while typing this episode description ;P

Nov 13, 202334:29
We're still here!

We're still here!

It's Project Runway time! We watched Season 7 episode 9 and the designers were challenged to create a look inspired by a NYC neighborhood. The preview made it look like this would be a super dramatic episode.

We also talk about the ad rolls we get while watching Project Runway on Tubi vs on Amazon Prime. We quickly realize we don't remember the eliminated designers from earlier this season but season 8 is almost here so who cares? Then we talk about Boy Meets World and Molly Sims.

Nov 02, 202339:18
We don't have to remember Ben anymore.

We don't have to remember Ben anymore.

We're chatting about Season 7 episode 8 of Project Runway, the designers have to use the four elements as their inspirations and a couple of them actually did.

Any we wouldn't be us if we didn't waste time going off on tangents so we also talk about The Hunger Games, sunblock, Sunday work emails, dressing silly in SF, going to see Harry and the Potters, remembering embarrassing moments, Quiznos, and winning radio contests.

Oct 10, 202352:37
If you had to get dressed in Ace Hardware, what would you wear?

If you had to get dressed in Ace Hardware, what would you wear?

It's the unconventional challenge! We're talking about Project Runway season 7 episode 7 and the designers were challenged with making their outfits out of items found in a hardware store.

And we know everyone is talking about Burning Man but we're not talking about it. Not really. Okay, we talk about it.

We also talk about finding purses for cheap at rummage sales, Mystery Science Theater 3000 and cheesy old movies, Killers of the Flower Moon, and for the first time in all of season 7... Caitlin remembers Janeane's name... now that she's been eliminated. Oops.

Sep 05, 202345:05
Don't worry Jonathan, I'm afraid of kids too.

Don't worry Jonathan, I'm afraid of kids too.

This week we watched season 7 episode 6 of Project Runway. The designers had to work for kids, yikes! And some of them are pretty worried.

We also go on many tangents, including Halloween costumes, jelly shoes, the Spice Girls, NSYNC, the history of cell phones, and the fact that we aren't at Burning Man this week.

Aug 28, 202350:44
It's the Golden Age of Project Runway Judge Insults.

It's the Golden Age of Project Runway Judge Insults.

We're back with season 7 episode 5 of Project Runway and the judges really ripped the designers apart this week! Ouch!

We also talk about the declining quality of Seventeen magazine and stumble onto some more recent Project Runway gossip... what did Anna Zhou do? We're still not sure.

Aug 22, 202343:44
Shhhhhh We've been on Summer break. ;)

Shhhhhh We've been on Summer break. ;)

And we're back with Season 7 episode 4 of Project Runway. It's the soup episode. The designers are challenged to make a Campbell's soup dressed for Campbell's heart disease awareness campaign. Imagine red dresses with soup can trim and lots of talks about heart surgery and you'll get the gist of this episode.


We also talk about the Try Guys, Chernobyl, the OJ Trial, and getting chased by a Gopher.


Oh yeah, and who's Ben, again?

Aug 10, 202334:35
I'll meet you at the Hard Rock.

I'll meet you at the Hard Rock.

We're talking about Project Runway. Again? Yeah, I know. Seems like we're talking about the same thing every week. Today it's season 7 episode 3. Tim Gunn takes the designers to the MET where they look at some "Iconic" looks from notable designers. They're challenged with making something that could stand up next to those designs.

We also talk about the hard rock cafe and fashion on display, fashion as art, Caitlin's child screams, and we Google famous (???) designer Matthew Williamson who was this week's guest judge.

Jul 17, 202338:19
Who's Ben?

Who's Ben?

This week we're talking about season 7 episode 2 of Project Runway. The designers are challenged with making a dress out of a potato sack! And the models are the clients. We also talk about our former myspace band and argue about whether or not Maya's dress is a personal insult.

Jul 05, 202339:17
I Survived Your Words!

I Survived Your Words!

We're back with season 7 of Project Runway! There are so many new designers and they're challenged to make something that represents themselves as a designer. There's also a broken bed in one of the apartments, what's the story there? Really, I'm asking.

So many people, getting through the runway at the beginning of a season takes forever.


off-topic!

Caitlins' dog raids the marinara

Will we rewatch all stars?

The kids don't understand waiting a whole week to watch the next episode.

Friends and other must-see tv


Jun 13, 202345:58
It's the season 6 finale!

It's the season 6 finale!

Today we're talking about season 6 episode 14 of Project Runway. We break down our thoughts on the designers' final runway shows and then chat about random stuff including by not limited to Madmax at Burning Man, Cloverfield, and other media news. It's a great month of tv and movie announcements. Killers of the Flower Moon, Books, The Donner Party, and Oh no they didn't (iykyk).

See you in season 7 when the designers are back in New York!


May 30, 202349:16
Dogs don't wear pants!

Dogs don't wear pants!

It's finale time! We're talking about Project Runway season 6 episode 13. It's part 1 of the finale so we talk about Tim Gunn visiting the designers and meeting their families, their work in progress on their collections and them all meeting back up, now finally back in New York.

And we wouldn't be Blood Orange WASP if we didn't go on a million different tangents so we also talked about our love of dolls. Barbie dolls. American Girl dolls. Doll clothes. Doll houses. Caitlin had dog problems this week. The Biggest Loser and crash diets. Micheal Hobbes. And knitting vs sewing knit material.

May 22, 202344:58
Where's the best view in LA?

Where's the best view in LA?

We're talking about Project Runway season 6 episode 12, the designers were challenged to create a design inspired by the Getty Center. Will the view inspire them? The paintings? The sculptures? The moss-covered fountain?

We also chat about high school language classes, Project Runways notorious unconventional challenges, whether or not we can actually sew or are we just crazy hypocrites judging other people's sewing skills, the insanity that comes with owning a cat or dog, a history of beds, the You series of books, politics, and political refugees. Yeah, we rambled a lot today.

May 15, 202354:16
We're at that point in the season where we forget how it started.

We're at that point in the season where we forget how it started.

Today we're talking about Season 6 episode 11 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged to make a companion piece for their best look from this season.

We also go on many tangents including:

High school stories.

Would we try out for a reality show?

What was it like going to school on September 11th?

Do we really want to read AI-generated news?

The book Killers of the Flower Moon.

And we take a critical look at Burning Man. Is it the definition of white privilege and what's it like to be poor there?

We had trouble staying on topic this episode but C'est la vie.

May 08, 202301:07:40
We need some drama injected into this season.

We need some drama injected into this season.

This week we talked about Project Runway season 6 episode 10. The designers were challenged with creating a look inspired by a location that inspires Michael Kors. We also discuss how Christopher somehow had 9 lives this season. Then we go off-topic and talk about Dumb and Dumber, St. Tropez, and Dairy Queen Blizzards, the sale Caitlin talks about is over, sorry.

May 05, 202325:47
It's a popstar renaissance.

It's a popstar renaissance.

This week we watched Project Runway season 6 episode 9, the designers met up with Bob Mackie who challenged them to design something fit for the stage, and a particular stage presence: Christina Aguilera!

We also talk about what it's like recording on Zoom basic (yuck), Jessica Simpson, the Doritos girl, and Caitlin tells a story about the very unusual way she caught a cold.

Apr 24, 202346:11
I'm Blue Da-Ba-Di-Da-Ba-Dye

I'm Blue Da-Ba-Di-Da-Ba-Dye

This week the Project Runway contestants were challenged with making two blue looks for the Macy's INC brand, that's right! It's Season 6 Episode 7, you never saw that coming did you? Almost like we're recording these in order.

We also chat about making a book podcast and how much we love shopping at thrift stores.

Apr 17, 202335:56
Ra'mon was robbed.

Ra'mon was robbed.

We're chatting about Season 6 episode 6 of Project Runway. The designers are challenged with creating a look based on a movie genre. It's time to get costumy! We also talk about Jack the Ripper, Gone with the Wind, growing up in northern California and going to Delta College. Also, no, Jackson wasn't almost the capital of California. I found no proof. I have no idea what I'm talking about. Don't trust me about history.


We also talk about the Olsen twins.

Apr 10, 202338:29
What's Black and White and Read All Over?

What's Black and White and Read All Over?

Today we're talking about the unconventional challenge! It's Season 6 episode 5 of Project Runway and the designers were tasked with making a look entirely out of newspaper. The stress brings out the drama and almost everyone is ready to tear each other down. We also talk briefly about being chased by geese.

Apr 05, 202335:36
Where's the Drama?

Where's the Drama?

We're talking about Project Runway again! Season 6 Episode 4 this time. The designers are challenged with making an outfit for an industry event and the clients... are their own models.

We also chat about how we should be recording a book podcast which leads us to talk about the book The Terror. And we spend a few minutes talking about pop culture. How does Celine Dion connect to Brendan Fraser? Through Dolly Parton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Freddie Prinze Jr of course.

Mar 29, 202343:03
Tim Gunn : Prophet of Doom

Tim Gunn : Prophet of Doom

Today we're talking about season 6 episode 3 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged to make swimwear and (plot twist!) they have to work in pairs. Chaos reigns and several designers get on each other's nerves. We also chat about the movie Splash, How I Met Your Mother (Rachel Bilson is a guest judge), avant garde runway shows, Master Chef, how Lady Gaga definitely stole some ideas from Project Runway, and now that we're almost 2 years in... do WE actually even like Project Runway?

Mar 25, 202341:27
Nobody here but us Chickens.

Nobody here but us Chickens.

We're chatting about Season 6 episode 2 of Project Runway. Rebecca Romijn was on to challenge the designers to design a pregnancy look. Caitlin gives lots of first-hand advice on what the best pregnancy clothes are. We also ramble about Zoolander, Sex and the City, Friends, Master Chef, The Stand vs Stand By Me, and was that the Backstreet Boys in a Downy commercial?

Mar 14, 202355:26
Season 6 took place in an alternate universe.

Season 6 took place in an alternate universe.

We're back with season 6 of Project Runway and somehow we had both blocked this season entirely out of our memories. There was a season shot in LA? What? Who knew? In this episode, a whole new group of designers had to make a look for the red carpet.

We wouldn't be BloodOrangWASP if we didn't go on lots of tangents so we also talk about Degrassi, Big Brother and Kitchen Nightmares, making pickles and sauerkraut, and Lindsey Lohan who was a guest judge.

Mar 09, 202357:29
We finished season 5/Goodbye Kenley.

We finished season 5/Goodbye Kenley.

We've finally made it to the end of season 5 of Project Runway. Today we're talking about the final runway shows. We also talk about the new Pinocchio movie, Happy Tree Friends, who actually is Holly Hobby? No really, who is she? Neither of us is sure. We also chat about our favorite Project Runway model alumni, Morgan, and then we get ready to start season 6. Spoiler: We don't remember anyone. 

Feb 19, 202334:54
It's finally the season 5 finale!

It's finally the season 5 finale!

Today we talk about Project Runway season 5 episode 13. It's the finale part 1. The designers are sent home to design an entire line for fashion week plus a wedding dress which is going to decide which 3 of them ultimately show their designs. Also, Tim Gunn rides a bike. 

Feb 07, 202340:35
Did Kenley commit assault with a cat?!

Did Kenley commit assault with a cat?!

We're almost to the finale! Today's episode is the semi-final of season 5. There's laughter (ours) and there are tears (the contestants'). The designers are taken to the botanical gardens for their inspiration. We also talk about Burning Man, pop music, tv shows, our love for Angelina Jolie, and drag story time. Harvey Weinstein's ex-wife was the guest judge so the topic of disgusting people in Hollywood also came up.

No pets were used as weapons in the recording of this episode. 

Jan 30, 202301:00:51
If you were a music genre, which would you be?

If you were a music genre, which would you be?

This week we're talking about season 5 episode 11 of Project Runway. The designers were each given a music genre that they had to design a look for and the stereotypes run wild! We also erupt into minor chaos as Caitlin navigates recording a podcast while parenting and looking after her new puppy. In between, we somehow find time to talk about the Olsen twins and Britney Spears (are we a broken record yet?). 

Jan 23, 202350:35
And we're BACK! It's the "real life model" challenge!

And we're BACK! It's the "real life model" challenge!

This week we're talking about Season 5 episode 10 of Project Runway. The designers have to make looks for a real-life college graduate as she negotiates interviews and new jobs. And plot twist! Their moms are in the workroom to give their opinions on the looks as well. It wouldn't be us if we didn't go on tons of tangents so we also talk about uncommon common names, what old cell phones were the best, and of course: Mary Kate and Ashley. 

Jan 15, 202301:02:16
What's your sign?

What's your sign?

This week we're chatting about season 5 episode 9 of Project Runway. All the eliminated designers came back and teamed up with those remaining to design a look based on an astrological sign. We also go on 100 tangents but if you've listened this long that you probably expect that by now. 

Dec 05, 202251:51
But could any of them really pull off a foreign affair?

But could any of them really pull off a foreign affair?

This week we talked about season 5 episode 8 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged by Diane Von Furstenberg to create a look that would fit in with her fall collection. We also talk extensively about Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen. 

Nov 28, 202236:15
Autobots but make it Fashion.

Autobots but make it Fashion.

This week we're talking about season 5 episode 7 of Project Runway. The designers were challenged to use bits of material from cars to make their design. It must have been a sponsored episode. We also talked about Halloween, problematic fashion industry stuff, and smellovision. 

Nov 21, 202242:00
Who is going to make Rupaul's Runway Race?

Who is going to make Rupaul's Runway Race?

We talk about Season 5 Episode 6 of Project Runway. The designers are working with Drag Queens this week. We also talk about what our drag/soap opera name would be, Paris fashion week, and our favorite cheesy Christmas movies. 

Nov 15, 202249:34
Does anyone remember Lipstick Jungle?

Does anyone remember Lipstick Jungle?

This week we watch season 5 episode 5 of Project Runway. Brook Shields meets up with the designers and challenges them to create a look for her show Lipstick Jungle. It's a team challenge and none of the designers like each other. We also talk briefly about early 2000's fashion and the movie The Boy Who Cried Werewolf. 

Nov 07, 202226:56
They didn't earn gold medal.

They didn't earn gold medal.

This week we talk about Season 5 Episode 4 of Project Runway. Apolo Ohno is there to challenge the designers to design a look for the summer Olympics opening ceremony. Were some of the designers sabotaged? Can we stop talking about Burning Man? Who is Mr. Beast? We don't answer any of these questions today.

Oct 05, 202250:55
New York Street Light Laziness

New York Street Light Laziness

Today we're watching Season 5 Episode 3 of Project Runway. The designers are dragged out onto a New York City tour bus and challenged to photograph the nightlife and then use their chosen photo as inspiration for their look. 

Sep 25, 202248:12
We're already kind of over it.

We're already kind of over it.

Today we watch season 5 episode 2 of Project Runway, in which the models are in charge. Do the models know what kind of fabric to buy? Will any of them remember to buy closures? Why hasn't Swatch the dog made an appearance yet? 

Sep 10, 202239:28
Who ARE all these people?!

Who ARE all these people?!

We're back with season 5 of Project Runway and there are SO MANY new designers. How will we remember all these names? We start the season with the best challenge of all, the unconventional challenge. We're back at the grocery store from season one. Are this seasons designers smart enough to be innovative and NOT just get things made of fabric? No, no they are not.

Aug 17, 202248:05
Season 4 Finale!!!

Season 4 Finale!!!

Is anyone else relieved to get to a finale? That means new contestants next week! But this week we are talking about the Project Runway season 4 finale. We break down the looks from the final three designers' fashion week shows and probably go on many random tangents. 

Aug 11, 202256:53