Make Out Already

Hi, smooches! On this episode, famed Other Liz and Meg talk about deeply horny hate boners set against the backdrop of a capitalist hellscape, A.K.A. The Hating Game, by Sally Thorne. We talk about our own hating games, crushing on a$$holes, and the movie adaptation. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at http://www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne, https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780063063532 The Hating Game movie, https://www.hulu.com/movie/the-hating-game-e15e3ffe-9d85-4c78-b6f0-9e331a84d8a9 The Roommate Risk by Talia Hibbert, https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781913651046 Beach Read by Emily Henry, https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781984806734 Make Out Already's Beach Read episode with Melody from Heaving Bosoms! https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Evv1ZnPW843qs311Ca7Ya?si=QrgNTFjORvyYNTkM8NaYmg "Short-Ass Movies" SNL Skit, https://youtu.be/-UKbwz6s6VY

Dearest gentle Smooches! The ladies Meghan, Elizabeth and Deanna have descended upon the ton to discuss the scandals of season 2 of Bridgerton. Where to find us Website: www.makeoutalreadypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeoutalreadypod/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/makeout_already TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makeoutalreadypod Merch: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Simone Ashley corset discomfort https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a39448964/simone-ashley-corset-bridgerton/ “Bridgerton” costume analysis Season 1 https://youtu.be/d3e8d9nErUk https://youtu.be/Aruca1m4nYg Season 2 https://youtu.be/4IuaXilFWrg https://youtu.be/LQ6EXYXF58Q Nisha Sharma’s excellent commentary on the bee sting scene: https://www.tiktok.com/@nishawrites/video/7081224489090010414?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7076604665550849579

Hi Smooches! On this episode, author Courtney Clark Michaels talks to us across many time zones about her “Pacific Passions” series. Then we all put our beautiful, smutty brains to work dreaming up rom com plots with pairings so good, we fully expect to get hired to write these screenplays. Netflix, you want to turn your situation around? We’ve got the ideas, you just have to book the actors! Call us! Where to find us Website: www.makeoutalreadypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeoutalreadypod/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/makeout_already TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makeoutalreadypod Merch: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned: Courtney Clark Michaels website https://www.courtneyclarkmichaels.com/ Pacific Passions series https://www.courtneyclarkmichaels.com/books Courtney Clark Michaels on Twitter https://twitter.com/c_clarkmichaels?s=21&t=NsjbTaP--3sX3NTZfz3hfw Courtney Clark Michaels on Instagram https://instagram.com/courtneyclarkmichaels_author?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Eve Dangerfield episode on Top 5 Weirdest Crushes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000547532964 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3RJyunghLS3ujvIiNskaJn?si=ppsqu2TVSlu2XC8zY0988g Article on Ben Barnes and Andrew Garfield https://www.heyalma.com/ben-barnes-and-andrew-garfield-are-both-very-good-looking-jews/ Tefi Pessoa on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@hellotefi?lang=en Tefi’s “Dune” premiere look https://news.yahoo.com/tiktok-star-tefi-pessoa-went-160711406.html “Unexpected” by Lori Foster “Gifting Me to His Best Friend” by Katee Robert “Pride” movie starring Andrew Scott “Scenes from a Marriage” on HBO Max

Hi Smooches! On this episode, Ruth Hanson, author of “The Railwalkers,” joins us to recap the HBO Max original “Our Flag Means Death.” She schools us on the Golden Age of Piracy and hidden queer history, while we squeal about leather daddy Blackbeard and getting to see an actual queer storyline centered. Where to find us Website: www.makeoutalreadypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeoutalreadypod/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/makeout_already TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makeoutalreadypod Merch: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Ruth Hanson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthiewrites91?s=21&t=JV58azcAMuFUJy_djH1Z3g Ruth’s website: https://www.ruthiehansonwork.com/ “The Railwalkers” by Ruth Hanson: https://www.amazon.com/Railwalkers-Ruth-Hanson-ebook/dp/B08WRRV8Y8

Hi Smooches! The wonderful RM Virtues stopped by again, this time to recap the new Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum action rom com “The Lost City.” Grab your neck pillow, put on your sequin jumpsuit, and make sure to pack some emergency cheese. Spoilers ahead! Where to find us Website: www.makeoutalreadypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeoutalreadypod/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/makeout_already TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makeoutalreadypod Merch: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned Liz on Bonkers Romance recapping “Sing Me to Sleep” by RM Virtues: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonkers-romance/id1584524821?i=1000543724964 RM Virtues on Bonkers Romance recapping “The Mummy”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonkers-romance/id1584524821?i=1000552101500 RM Virtues website: https://www.rmvirtues.com/ “Let Me In” by RM Virtues: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SQ7CCQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QX01K9X4D07JV81Z850Z

Hi Smooches! We have a very cool guest on the podcast today. We spoke with Madeline Thatcher, who is @missmadiejean on TikTok. After the success of documenting her “Summer of Joy,” Madie has a new challenge for herself, and she’s taking us along. Madie wants to become the main character of her story. And she’s doing it amid the backdrop of seven weddings this year. Madie is so honest about the journey to embracing the desire for love. We talked about her favorite romance media, and then played a game to let Madie take us through a hypothetical dream rom-com. Someone get Shonda on the phone, stat! Where to find us Website: www.makeoutalreadypod.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeoutalreadypod/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/makeout_already TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makeoutalreadypod Merch: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned Madeline Thatcher on TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdHMcxdA/ Essayist Brian Doyle https://creativenonfiction.org/people/brian-doyle/ Studio Ghibli’s “Whisper of the Heart” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113824/ Learn more about Meg’s Pride and Prejudice obsession in our episode with Eve Dangerfield https://open.spotify.com/episode/3RJyunghLS3ujvIiNskaJn?si=3cf8c27e85eb4d0d https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000547532964 Our Casey McQuiston recaps https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RUo4gXl1NFABxhQKvZ5qC?si=976f2a1395a74dcd https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000470035881 https://open.spotify.com/episode/48pqUBwL3soReH5tF96hFf?si=26fcbd1818584ca4 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000530144569 Taking the Heat by Victoria Dahl https://amzn.to/3NYPlmy The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780451490803 Attachments by Rainbow Rowell https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780452297548 Once Upon a Marigold by Jean Ferris https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780544054004 The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory and any other Jasmine Guillory books https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780399587665

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Hi Smooches! On this mini episode, Meg drones endlessly about how much she loooves "All the Feels" by Olivia Dade, the second book in her Spoiler Alert series. Gushing and spoilers ahead. Follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we're doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts!

Hi Smooches! On this episode, we recap a romance that’s straight out of the AO3 girlies’ wildest dreams. We’re discussing “Spoiler Alert” by Olivia Dade. We were hooked by the art-imitates-life premise and the high stakes of secret identities upon secret identities. Ahem, spoilers ahead. Follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780063005549 All the Feels by Olivia Dade https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780063005587 Butter Dough https://amzn.to/3qripcj Drinking Chaps https://amzn.to/3MPgXtH George RR Martin’s movie theater https://www.jeancocteaucinema.com MeowWolf https://meowwolf.com Astro dice https://www.amazon.com/ZXUEZHENG-Multi-Sided-Astrological-Constellation-Accessory Astrology for Real Relationships by Jessica Lanyadoo and T. Greenaway https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781984856241 Ghost of a Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1962WYPEmmw0iAAbs6pIHT?si=286ec49fff7d4ccd Ruth Tam’s Cruffin Recipe https://cooktildelicious.com/sourdough-enriched-cruffins/

Hi Smooches! This week, we weren’t able to work out scheduling to record, so we’re taking a mental health week instead. Next week, we will be back to recap “Spoiler Alert” by Olivia Dade. See you next Tuesday! Follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com

Hi Smooches! Andie J. Christopher is back! She stopped by to help us recap “Marry Me,” starring Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson, and Maluma. We were all very excited for a big budget rom-com that wasn’t on Netflix. Oh, how was it? Well, um, hmm. This is the first pancake in what will hopefully be a very yummy stack of big budget rom-coms to come. Spoilers! Follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Preorder “Thank You, Next” by Andie J. Christopher https://www.andiejchristopher.com/thank-you-next | Andie’s socials are all authorandiej TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8n8KndY/ Instagram https://instagram.com/authorandiej?utm_medium=copy_link Twitter https://twitter.com/authorandiej?s=21 Our recap of Tessa Bailey’s “Window Shopping” with Andie https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000543482859

Hey, cupcake! On this episode, we’re recapping “Battle Royal” by Lucy Parker. It’s a seven-tier wedding cake filled with royal scandal, iced with friendly and unfriendly competition, and sprinkled with some sexual tension glitter. This is the most dramatic cozy baking book we’ve ever encountered. Spoilers ahead! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Wigle Whiskey “Absent Minded” Absinthe https://wiglewhiskey.com/shop/bottles/gin/absent-minded-absinthe/ Amezaiku Cake accounts Yip.Studio https://instagram.com/yip.studio_?utm_medium=copy_link Half Birthday https://instagram.com/halfbirthdaychi?utm_medium=copy_link Eliza Mozer https://instagram.com/elizamozer?utm_medium=copy_link Dylan Bakes https://instagram.com/dylan__bakes?utm_medium=copy_link Srishti’s Supper Club https://instagram.com/srishti.jpg?utm_medium=copy_link Fake Cakery https://instagram.com/fakecakery?utm_medium=copy_link Victoria Nam https://instagram.com/tinysaltybones?utm_medium=copy_link Cosmic Visions Tarot https://etsy.me/3agAJf8 WAP tarot spread by Tarot By Andrew https://www.instagram.com/p/CEHcE1kneVn/?utm_medium=copy_link

Hi Smooches! Happy day after Valentine’s Day. We hope you indulged in your version of the perfect day. On this minisode, I’m introducing Meg to my literary girlfriend. In doing so, I’ll give major spoilers for Payback’s A Witch by Lana Harper. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned Our Ex Hex episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000539739685 Our One Last Stop episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000530144569 The Witcher on Netflix John Tucker Must Die

Hi Smooches! On this episode, we recap the 2000 rom-com “Love and Sex” starring Famke Janssen and Jon Favreau. We’re joined by debut author Ieshia Wiedlin, whose book “There You Are” comes out this week! We talk about the vulnerability that comes with putting your book into the world, and her plans for the series, “Romancing the Doctors.” Then we get into dissecting one of Teenage Liz’s favorite movies, which does not hold up well at all. Spoilers ahead! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Where to find Ieshia Wiedlin: Buy links for “There You Are” https://tulepublishing.com/books/there-you-are/ Website: https://ieshiawiedlin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ieshiawiedlin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwiedlin Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iwiedlin

Hi Smooches! On this episode, we’re joined by the devilishly talented RM Virtues to talk about sexy sleep paralysis demons, mythological fuckboys, and his series “Gods of Hunger” and “A Series of Sacrilegious Events.” The former puts queer and POC characters at the center of modern retellings of Greek mythology. The latter kicks off with “Sing Me to Sleep,” which I recapped with the lovely ladies at Bonkers Romance. Because RM is only the second man to be a guest on our podcast, we had to torment him a little bit with an impossible game of Would You Rather. Spoilers ahead! Stuff we mentioned: You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ RM Virtues can be found at: www.rmvirtues.com On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rmvirtues Twitter: https://twitter.com/rmvirtues Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rmvirtues/ Books we mentioned: “Gods of Hunger” series “Drag Me Up” (Hades and Persephone retelling with trans rep) https://www.rmvirtues.com/dragmeup “Keep Me Close” (Aphrodite and Hephaestus retelling with trans and demisexual rep) https://www.rmvirtues.com/keepmeclose “A Series of Sacrilegious Events” series “Sing Me to Sleep” (sleep paralysis demon romance featuring CNC) https://www.rmvirtues.com/singmetosleep Listen to Liz’s guest spot on Bonkers Romance recapping “Sing Me to Sleep” https://www.bonkersromance.com/episodes/12

Hi friends! On this episode, we do a quick and dirty, and likely no more than 75% accurate recap of "Getaway Girl" and "Runaway Girl" by Tessa Bailey. If you want high drama and hijinks and hilarity in your contemporary romance, you should check out this series. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/

Hi smooches! To celebrate the release of Katee Robert’s “Electric Idol,” we’re re-upping our recap of book 1 in the Dark Olympus series “Neon Gods.” Spoilers ahead! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Stuff we mentioned “A Worthy Opponent” by Katee Robert “The Sea Witch” by Katee Robert “Learn My Lesson” by Katee Robert “Forbidden Fling” by Kat Taylor (Katee Robert pseudonym) “My Dad’s Best Friend” by Katee Robert “The Rose” by Tiffany Reisz “Circe” by Madeline Miller “The Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Occult Practitioner” by Patrick Dunn Myth of Inanna’s descent: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirits/id1080871005?i=1000403219870 Our Shadow and Bone episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000524004453 http://www.friskwines.com The Earthly Delight Tarot: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1047235199/earthly-delight-tarot-deck-78-cards?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-home_and_living-spirituality_and_religion-divination_tools-tarot&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAjwx8iIBhBwEiwA2quaq2FbYNwryEKTavj8tS5ZbUPnO25P2NjnoUuMekFBviJlEHgTCoiIURoCuZEQAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_1843970812_75209279972_346398209908_pla-308022796295_c__1047235199_12768591&utm_custom2=1843970812&gclid=CjwKCAjwx8iIBhBwEiwA2quaq2FbYNwryEKTavj8tS5ZbUPnO25P2NjnoUuMekFBviJlEHgTCoiIURoCuZEQAvD_BwE @girthofvenus on Instagram

Hi smooches! On this episode, we got to hang out with the brilliant and hilarious Eve Dangerfield. We previously recapped her book “Begin Again, Again,” the first in her Rebirth series. Book 2, “Return All,” is out now and it is phenomenal. We talked about Eve’s complex heroines and her love of writing heroes who have lots of evolving to do. Then, we each exposed our top five weirdest crushes in visual media. There are some truly shocking selections on our list. Do not listen to this episode with a full bladder. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Eve’s website: https://www.evedangerfield.com Eve’s TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdMVUWAF/ Eve’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/evedangerfield?utm_medium=copy_link Eve’s buy links: https://www.evedangerfield.com/links Our “Begin Again, Again” recap: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gRKso5Dz5zzYyxwVQ0mhG?si=Yp4N9JGbQ4291QMWS6KTAw https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000538316144 Roswell “Heat Wave” episode info: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0690268/

Happy New Year, Smooches! On this quickie episode, Meg ranks adaptations of Jane Austen’s “Emma.” We’re taking it easy this month, and we have big things planned in 2022. While you’re here, could you please rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts or on whichever platform you’re using? It truly helps more people find the show. And if you’r’e a longtime Smooch, go check out our merch! It’s adorable and the perfect way to support us. Now, onto the minisode. Centuries-old spoilers ahead! Stuff we mentioned: You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Awful-sounding Clueless reboot canceled https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/clueless-reboot-dead-peacock-1234953130/amp/

Hi Smooches! 2021 was … a year that happened. We are thrilled to see that bitch go. But even when you know the breakup is for the best, you still think about the good times. So we’re doing a Spotify-style 2021 wrapped of the highlights of our year in podcasting. There’s data. There are games. There’s crying. Thank you thank you thank you for the love and support you’ve shown us this year. We wish every single one of you the best 2022 imaginable. Now, onto our year in review. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Some of the books we mentioned: All They Want for Christmas by Andie J. Christopher https://www.andiejchristopher.com/all-they-want-for-christmas Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780525620778 Amor Actually https://www.amazon.com/Amor-Actually-Holiday-Romance-Anthology-ebook/dp/B09HYZH8KK Song of Achilles https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780062060624 Our guest spot on Heaving Bosoms recapping About Time https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Rv8BSfzUwujSVGD1oh4pC?si=vRehoKIjQOC6ut83C9S2ng Liz’s guest spot on Bonkers Romance recapping Sing Me to Sleep by R.M. Virtues https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mjanjxMnJlPiNPZSl6m0H?si=6f7de466b0b94551 Liz’s guest spot on The Pretty Good Podcast talking about WandaVision https://open.spotify.com/episode/7rVwthvwQgkr5sUbZ7t0xA?si=FQ_qVywLQmqjsEmHDnMqIg

Hi friends! On this episode, we wrap up our Dickcember holiday movie coverage with “The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star.” We debate the question we must all wrestle with in our lives — who is the best Vanessa Hudgens? We also recap our princess tea party. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: “Maybe She’s Not Such a Heinous Bitch After All” from Crazy Ex-Girlfriend https://youtu.be/P_dSwkjbXqA Vitamin String Quartet on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/6MERXsiRbur2oJZFgYRDKz?si=5u2aYj3TT-aYutBmuks_ew

Hi Smooches! Dickcember continues with our recap of “A Castle for Christmas,” and Mr. Meg is back to chat about the Netflix film. Did this enemies to lovers tale get us all in our kilt feelings? Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. You can support us by buying our merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: Under the Tuscan Sun A Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780062685568 One for the Money by Janet Evanovich https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781982108526 The Siren by Tiffany Reisz https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780778313533

Hi Smooches! On this episode, we recap the Christmas movie “Single All the Way” on Netflix. It’s the kind of joyfully and unapologetically gay pure serotonin infusion that we want to see more of. Spoilers ahead. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Last year’s holiday episode, where we talked about “Happiest Season”: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jz3GMI5Kx8MihQEiqpy2Y?si=2c395j3MS7qrvduNbnhNNA https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000501494720

Hi friends! On this episode, we’re recapping the Netflix holiday catfishing rom com Love Hard. The committee is divided on whether this one goes on the naughty or nice list, and the inherently problematic setup is the least of what we disagreed on. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Screen Rant article: https://screenrant.com/love-hard-christmas-movie-catfishing-storyline-controversial-bad/

Hi friends! On this episode, we’re recapping “Window Shopping” by Tessa Bailey, with special guest Andie J. Christopher. We talk to her about the inspiration behind her life-changing priest rom-com, the USA Today Bestseller “Hot Under His Collar,” and her upcoming project “Thank You, Next.” Then we get into the heartwarming and undie-incinerating “Window Shopping.” This grumpy-sunshine romance has an ex-con heroine who gets a second chance at her dream career, and falls for a bowtie-wearing optimist who is a sex god in Ted Lasso clothing. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781087987590 Not the Girl You Marry by Andie J. Christopher https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781984802682 Not That Kind of Guy by Andie J. Christopher https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781984802705 Hot Under His Collar by Andie J. Christopher https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593200049 Thank You, Next by Andie J. Christopher https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593200063 All They Want for Christmas novella by Andie J. Christopher https://www.amazon.com/They-Want-Christmas-Andie-Christopher-ebook/dp/B08L8BT4XK Twilight_talk on TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8n8go2H/ Don’t Look Up trailer https://youtu.be/RbIxYm3mKzI Lelo https://www.lelo.com Lora Dicarlo https://loradicarlo.com Andie’s socials are all authorandiej TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8n8KndY/ Instagram https://instagram.com/authorandiej?utm_medium=copy_link Twitter https://twitter.com/authorandiej?s=21 Cocoa recipe: 2 parts milk: 1 part heavy cream: 1 part water 1/4 c chopped chocolate 1 T sugar Pinch salt Heat everything over the stove but do not boil. Blend for extra smoothness.

Hi friends! On this episode, we recap “Heartbeat Braves” by Pamela Sanderson. Our heroine is a no-nonsense professional who works at a community center serving the indigenous community. Her job is stressful enough without having to hand-hold the board’s nepotism hire. And even worse, he is super cute. This book highlighted the glaring gaps in our bookshelves with regard to indigenous stories, and we had a lot of trouble finding stories that centered indigenous lives and not just indigenous trauma. So please please send us your recommendations, because we would love to read them. Now, spoilers ahead. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Our “Just My Luck” episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4q6uUlbA9NnRvXANaiE59O?si=b8a23fd323e4467d https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000542074783 Bonkers TikTok about “spicy” books that don’t bang: https://www.tiktok.com/@bonkersromance/video/7031270749302246661?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id7033772996410951173 Hot Under His Collar by Andie J. Christopher: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593200049 City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781594634741 The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780385720953 Last year’s holiday movie episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jz3GMI5Kx8MihQEiqpy2Y?si=kzrcREaySRi8ekAU87-94w https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000501494720 Dark History episode about Trail of Tears: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BzGUfg3ddW2hjGTowbItT?si=02a48853b65b4f04 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dark-history/id1568505888?i=1000532350468 Dark History episode about residential schools: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3w3MnayvhzqC6GessAyI0O?si=ed563748737e46c1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dark-history/id1568505888?i=1000542184332 Lance Tsosie (Modern Warrior) on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_warrior__?lang=en Meg’s favorite cornbread mix: https://www.krusteaz.com/products/cornbread/honey-cornbread-muffin/

Hi Smooches! On this episode, we are throwing it back to my senior year of high school to recap “Just My Luck,” a magical-ish rom-com starring Lindsay Lohan and our most neglected but still beloved Chris, Chris Pine. Stick around until the end, when we have our most ridiculous divination session ever using a mix of our usual tarot cards plus the Cards Against Humanity: Absurd deck. Spoilers ahead! Stuff to check out: “The Rise of the Slim-Thick Influencer” video essay by Khadija Mbowe talks about current beauty standards and the BBL trend: https://youtu.be/H69-QpX-wG0 Cards Against Humanity: The Absurd Box expansion pack: https://www.cardsagainsthumanity.com/products/absurd-box You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/

Hi friends! It’s November, and like it or not, the holidays are upon us. We may not know what time it is, but we do know that our lady Mariah Carey is making her red sequined descent back to us, and soon we’ll be serenaded by the dulcet tones of Vanessa Hudgens doing a British accent. When we think of the holidays, we think about forced frivolity, family drama, and spending time with people we can’t stand. In that spirit, we’re rereleasing our episode on The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: Note: Demi Lovato now uses they/them pronouns, which is not reflected in this earlier recording. @thechrisbarnett on TikTok. Yes, Liz has a type. Yes, she has discussed this with her therapist. True Heart Intuitive Tarot, Guidebook and Deck https://www.amazon.com/dp/1328566269/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_d99TFbJ8KJSDE or buy it from your local indie because Jeff Bezos is IRL Lex Luthor Meg’s Best Margarita: * Fill shaker with ice  * Measure in 1.5 oz. tequila (El Jimador is a fav) * Measure in .75 oz agave nectar * Measure in .75 oz. fresh lime juice (NOT Rose’s lime syrup)  * Shake vigorously  * Strain into cup with ice and garnish with lime (optional)

Hi friends! On this episode, we catch up about what we’ve been reading and watching separately from each other. There are hot priests, death gods, murder podcasters fictional and factual, and more. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Stuff we mentioned: The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780451490841 Hot Under His Collar by Andie J. Christopher https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593200049 Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780525620778 Our episode on The Beautiful Ones by Silvia Moreno-Garcia https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000527966072 His Leading Lady by Jenny Nordbak https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1956447016/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=# The Scarlett Letters by Jenny Nordbak https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781250091130 Only Murders in the Building on Hulu Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593333037 Bailey Sarian on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/BaileySarian Death by Delicious Chocolate episode on Bailey Sarian’s channel https://youtu.be/4l8M3dQlUwg Hades and Persephone art for Neon Gods https://twitter.com/katee_robert/status/1386762505456955399?s=21

Hi smooches! On this episode, we recap the witchy second chance romance “The Ex Hex” by Erin Sterling. This book has hot Welsh boys, drunken curses, talking cats, feminist ghosts, and horny ley lines. Happy Halloween! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Use promo code SPOOKYSZN for free shipping now through October 31. Stuff we mentioned: “The Ex Hex” by Erin Sterling https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780063027473 Loki crown https://etsy.me/3gpcbEs Liz wore this Hunter Bell dress ( https://www.renttherunway.com/shop/designers/hunter_bell/sequin_roxy_dress ) before AOC wore it on RuPaul’s Drag Race ( https://youtu.be/cDT_M89OeBU ) Selkie https://selkiecollection.com Jstoobs on TikTok at the Eternals premiere https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8fVrcNY/ Selkie Venus Ritz dress https://selkiecollection.com/products/the-venus-ritz-dress?_pos=1&_sid=c303a61bf&_ss=r&variant=39319935615070 “Payback’s A Witch” by Lana Harper https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593336069 Our “One Last Stop” episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000530144569 https://open.spotify.com/episode/48pqUBwL3soReH5tF96hFf?si=nP8sdep4RmCqvIIWmE5uHw Harney & Sons hot cinnamon spice tea https://www.harney.com/products/hrp-hot-cinnamon-spice-30-sachet-tin?variant=32815237062&gclid=CjwKCAjwq9mLBhB2EiwAuYdMtTQk6uZayAAVq_h897HbXg2wtuIc0YLhr9jJBDRWnSsmdXvRX9R-KhoCJ5oQAvD_BwE Elemental Power Tarot https://www.elementalpowertarot.com

Hi friends! You’re listening to Make Out Already, and today Molly guest hosts to help me recap “Girls Weekend” by CM Nascosta. I did not know going in that this would be Molly’s first proper romance novel, and I’m so grateful that she was willing to talk about horny orcs and part-fae fuckboys with me. We also talk about Eurocentric beauty standards, generational wealth, and whether Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are actually together. It’s all wilder than a trio of elf ladies looking for a good time. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com/ Use promo code SPOOKYSZN for free shipping now through October 31. Stuff we mentioned: “Girls Weekend” by CM Nascosta: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781736546604 “Morning Glory Milking Farm” by CM Nascosta: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781736546611 Anya Taylor-Joy speaking Spanish and showing what’s in her bag: https://youtu.be/FS0xrhOXUKo Adam Driver’s bananapants Burberry ad: https://youtu.be/AoErx-fGiPw

Hi friends! On this episode, we discuss “Begin Again, Again” by Eve Dangerfield. This is the first book we’ve recapped that explicitly exists in a post (or let’s be honest, during) COVID world. The pandemic looms pretty large over this story of a recently sober former podcaster who falls for a onetime professional athlete. And yet, this is one of the sexiest books we’ve read this year, while being relatable and beautifully optimistic. Spoilers ahead. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! Use promo code SPOOKYSZN for free shipping now through October 31. Stuff we mentioned Liz’s Lazy Fire Cider 1 packet instant ginger tea. Recommend Pocas Honey Ginger Tea Original https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PKTNFD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_9DTTVJKN5N3T8BBGDV2B 1 frozen garlic cube 1 tablespoon of honey Splash of lemon juice Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of turmeric 1 cup of hot water 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Combine all ingredients and slowly stir in hot water. Sip slowly. The ginger tea is sweet on its own so you might not need the honey. Spiced Simple Syrup Queen Martha Stewart has a great recipe for this. Adapt with what’s in your pantry. https://www.marthastewart.com/313365/spice-infused Modica superfood cocktail mixers https://www.drinkmodica.com The Sober Lush https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593084823 Another great book about changing your relationship with alcohol is Sober Curious https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780062869043 IRL Byron: https://twitter.com/brink_thinker/status/1440821460428230659?s=21

Hi beautiful, beautiful smooches. On this episode, Deanna and I recap the 2016 movie “The Love Witch” as we continue to celebrate spooky season. If you haven’t seen the film itself, you’ve probably seen tons of stills and clips from it. So buckle up in your retro getaway car and make sure your wig is secured, because this … sexy? … murderous romp through the occult is fucking wild. Spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! Visit https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com to get the goods. Use promo code SPOOKYSZN for free shipping now through October 31. Stuff we mentioned and stuff you might like after listening: Mental illness is stigmatized in media, but there’s no shame in struggling and there are resources, no matter how often people with mental illness are portrayed as the villain. NAMI.org is a good place to start. And therapy is the most accessible it’s been, with many practices across the country continuing to offer remote counseling. Cultish by Amanda Montell https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780062993151 Wordslut by Amanda Montell https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780062868886 Excellent source to learn about Wicca is Thorn Mooney, who has a YouTube channel https://youtube.com/user/drawingKenaz Traditional Wicca by Thorn Mooney https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780738753591 The Witch’s Path by Thorn Mooney https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780738763774 To learn more about occult history: The Occult Book by John Michael Greer https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9781454925774 The Black Arts by Richard Cavendish https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780399500350 Da’at Darling on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/DaatDarling And other stuff: The Wicker Man (original and the Nic Cage version) Great video from The Financial Diet about the rise and fall of girlboss feminism https://youtu.be/uo771KCkqMo

Hi friends! It’s officially spooky season. On this episode, we sit down with our dear friend Sarah to talk about the 90s classic “Practical Magic.” Can you believe I’d never seen it? We talk about the iconic quotes and fashions, the plot holes, and how hot Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman were and continue to be. This goes without saying because this movie is older than Gen Z, but spoilers ahead! You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. We have merch! Use promo code SPOOKYSZN for free shipping now through October 31. Stuff we mentioned: A few articles about the iconic looks in the movie: https://www.popsugar.com/fashion/practical-magic-outfits-47758219 https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2018/10/214056/practical-magic-90s-beauty-trends “Practical Magic” by Alice Hoffman https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780425190371 “Like Water for Chocolate” by Laura Esquivel https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780385420174 “Inner Witch” by Gabriela Herstik https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780143133544 "Bewitching the Elements" by Gabriela Herstik https://www.therippedbodicela.com/aff/MakeOutAlready/book/9780593086216 Gabriela Herstik on Instagram: @gabyherstik and @eroticoracle https://www.instagram.com/eroticoracle/ Gabriela Herstik interviewed by The Witch of Wonderlust: https://youtu.be/_5S3gADBpOo Sarah’s art Instagram: @varkdraws: https://www.instagram.com/varkdraws/ Other movies to watch: Moonstruck Crimson Peak Chocolat Amelie The Others Arsenic and Old Lace Meg’s Favorite Recipe for Midnight Margaritas 1 part fresh lime juice 1 part agave nectar 2 parts tequila (El Jimador preferred) Serve over ice with a salt rim and a fresh lime slice!

Hi friends! On this episode, we chat about Katee Robert’s “Wicked Villains” and “Dark Olympus” series and speculate about how the two connect. We mention how much we would love Katee Robert to write a short revealing some of these answers, and well — Katee Robert wrote a short revealing some of these answers! So please enjoy our oddly timed speculations, then head over to Katee Robert’s website, sign up for her newsletter, and read the mini arc to see what we got right and wrong. We have a few announcements. First, our next book will be “Begin Again Again” by Eve Dangerfield, so go pick that up so you’re ready for our spoiler recap. If you’re a fan of Katee Robert, then you’re probably a fan of one of her frequent audiobook narrators, Jenny Nordbak. Jenny has a new romance coming out September 28 — next Tuesday — called “His Leading Lady.” It pairs an A-list actor and an infamous dominatrix in a fake relationship. And this week is the launch of Jenny’s new podcast with our friend Melody from Heaving Bosoms. It’s called Bonkers Romance and it’s going to be amazing, so go subscribe right now! And last but certainly not least: we have merch! Friend of the pod and of life Molly is the creative force behind our new merch. We have tees, mugs and stickers, including our “Where’s the Gay Shit?” and “I Do Have Some Grievances” designs. Use promo code AIRKISSES through the end of the month for free shipping. And now, major spoilers ahead. Stuff we mentioned: MERCH: https://make-out-already.creator-spring.com Wicked Villains series: https://www.goodreads.com/series/258072-wicked-villains “Neon Gods” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1wrGWA7Vyvn0vxFUqoD5qZ?si=hMgH1XwIRES9ELavapBI9g&dl_branch=1 Evie Lupine on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHExB-d5s0zBcbsaHEUy91 “Gifting Me To His Best Friend” from the A Touch of Taboo series: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53408227-gifting-me-to-his-best-friend?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=U56lusBw32&rank=1 “Forbidden Fling” by Kat Taylor: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58521179-forbidden-fling?ref=nav_sb_ss_2_15 You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com.

Hi Smooches! On this short and sweet episode, we’re chatting about our triumphant, fully vaxxed and masked return to the theater. We spend most of the episode talking about the masterpiece that is “Shang-Chi.” We try to keep any spoilers mild as we swoon about the cast, the clothes and the visuals, but honestly, just go see the movie and come back! We also rant about how much Disney sucks, and clumsily unpack the controversy around one of the film’s stars. Then we move on to chatting about “Free Guy,” the friends to lovers trope, and simulation theory. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: Read about Scarlett Johansson’s lawsuit against Disney, and Disney’s super gross and misogynistic rebuttal: https://variety.com/2021/film/news/disney-scarlett-johansson-black-widow-lawsuit-response-pandemic-1235030837/ “I Made A $127 Boba For Simu Liu From Marvel’s Shang-Chi • Dish Granted” https://youtu.be/HQyEdUNQIek One article about the controversy around Awkwafina: https://www.vulture.com/2018/08/awkwafina-blaccent-cultural-appropriation.html

Hi friends! On this episode, we’re recapping “People We Meet on Vacation” by Emily Henry. We previously talked about her book “Beach Read,” and after reading this one, we’re confident saying that this writer does not miss. This friends to lovers romance was so beautiful, and emotional and frustrating that it might have ruined this trope for me, and Alex and Poppy are two of the best romance characters we’ve read. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: Our “Beach Read” episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Evv1ZnPW843qs311Ca7Ya?si=sToiRrdnQpmkBBnukAKA3w&dl_branch=1 The Rider Tarot Deck Miniature Edition: https://www.amazon.com/Miniature-Rider-Waite-Tarot-Deck/dp/0913866598/ref=asc_df_0913866598/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312154644197&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1039063026481678287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9014243&hvtargid=pla-368662430789&psc=1

Hi friends! On this episode, Liz is joined by Deanna to talk about our top 5 best and worst on-screen love interests. This was such a fun episode. We have some major throwbacks on our list, which means we have certainly misremembered major plot points. But that’s fine, because our opinions are 100 percent correct. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned Our Hidden Sins episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1O9Ehw8E8O3PsjiccMtYg0?si=SDjtZWjQTV2JRY39R640aA&dl_branch=1 Our Midsommar episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Ry7Cz77CcBkOcZN9pzG4L?si=cefVrnErR4Cx9nCmzNXJrg&dl_branch=1 Our Loki episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6tpH9X2iqgL1ZNPrLRqbFZ?si=2LqmM49YRQ6XH-k1PTzzGw&dl_branch=1 “A Diagnosis” from the show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: https://youtu.be/uic_3vlI5BE Ben treats himself on Parks and Rec: https://youtu.be/t1FM4nExR5c Deanna’s Top 5 Worst Love Interests — Romeo — Ross Geller from Friends — Young Noah in The Notebook — Both leads in My Best Friend’s Wedding — Both Edward and Bella in the Twilight franchise Liz’s Top 5 Worst Love Interests — Scott Pilgrim in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World — Peter in To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You — Sylvie in the Loki series — Summer in 500 Days of Summer — Edward Cullen Deanna’s Top 5 Best Love Interests — Peeta in the Hunger Games franchise — Old Noah in The Notebook — Desmond and Penny on Lost — Patrick on Schitt’s Creek — Ben on Parks and Recreation Liz’s Top 5 Best Love Interests — Rose Tyler on Doctor Who — April in Definitely, Maybe — John Ambrose in To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You — Officer Nathan Rhodes in Bridesmaids — Luce in Imagine Me & You

Hi smooches! On this episode, we recap “In the Middle of Somewhere” by Roan Parrish. Our guest is our friend The Other Liz. This book is a sweet, small-town m/m romance, but content warning for discussions of homophobia and violence, as well as discussions of media depictions of queerness and Black pain. You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: Queens of the Naked Mile episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000520338344 Water ice: Homemade Traditional Philadelphia Water Ice Recipe https://cleverlyinspired.com/2013/07/homemade-traditional-philadelphia-water-ice-recipe/ Red eye coffee, aka The Daniel: What is Red Eye Coffee? (Facts & Recipe) - Coffee Affection https://coffeeaffection.com/red-eye-coffee-recipe/ Liz’s playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qVwN2k8h8dhxh198eQhsc?si=ZgucBE78SLet8iihWCZ9CA&dl_branch=1 Mystic Mondays app

Hi friends! On this episode, we are burdened with the glorious purpose of discussing the MCU series Loki on Disney+. We talk about the ships and representation (or lack thereof) on the show, and use it as a springboard to talk about taboo in romance, with some more colorful Norse mythology thrown in. As we discuss in the episode, taboos are super personal, and triggers are as well. So please note that we’re going to touch on all sorts of touchy subjects, so if you want to skip this episode or bow out after the shipping discussions, we understand and support you knowing what’s best for you. With that being said, we’ve listed everything we’ve talked about, so if you’d like to do any research into the books we discuss, we hope it’ll be helpful. And this is kind of a “duh” thing, but this episode is probably even more NSFW than our usual content. Without further ado, spoilers ahead. Excelsior! Stuff we mentioned: Find us everywhere at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. Arrested Development scene: https://youtu.be/nfXANC9M3vw Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland: https://youtu.be/IVScTpD-M6Y Some TikTokers making excellent MCU content: Nicquemarina: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicquemarina?lang=en Straw Hat Goofy: tiktok.com/@straw_hat_goofy?lang=en Geeks of the Week: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geeks-of-the-week/id1562422008 Jstoobs: https://www.tiktok.com/@jstoobs?lang=en amandajustvibin: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandajustvibin?lang=en Whattheblueberry (shameless self promotion): https://www.tiktok.com/@whattheblueberry?lang=en And some TikTokers providing fun kink education: Catieosaurus: https://www.tiktok.com/@catieosaurus?lang=en Miss Lovelock: https://www.tiktok.com/@miss.lovelock?lang=en “Lokius” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6ZiNG9uvoVN0QqMNRQGQLY?si=9ef83c5a542a440e Svadilfari, Loki and Sleipnir: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Svadilfari [Sierra] Simone Scale of Taboo mug: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1064597031/simone-scale-of-taboo-extra-large-mug?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=simone+scale&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&frs=1 Ice Planet Barbarians series by Ruby Dixon Hot Under His Collar by Andie J. Christopher Original Sinners series by Tiffany Reisz Feet: https://www.buzzfeed.com/daniellaemanuel/foot-fetish-theory-tiktok The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang Unteachable and Cam Girl by Elliot Wake writing as Leah Raeder Anything by Katee Robert A Gentleman in the Street by Alisha Rai Precious and Fragile Things; The Space Between Us; and Deeper by Megan Hart All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood Hot Texas Bosses series by Lyla Sinclair

Hi friends! On this episode of Make Out Already, we’re descending into the Underworld and sliding right into daddy Hades’s lap. We’re recapping “Neon Gods” by Katee Robert, the first in the Dark Olympus series of spicy, contemporary retellings of Greek myths. We talk a little about Robert’s Wicked Villains series, which is in the same universe as Dark Olympus, and her taboo series. I also bring in a little of my mythology knowledge and recommend another descent myth you should check out, and Meg shares some mythology book recs and a tarot deck we’re keeping an eye out for. Quick note that my audio sounds a little different because I did not plug my headset into my computer. It’s not too distracting, but you might notice the difference. Now let’s get into this exhibitionist dark romance. Spoilers ahead! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! Stuff we mentioned “A Worthy Opponent” by Katee Robert “The Sea Witch” by Katee Robert “Learn My Lesson” by Katee Robert “Forbidden Fling” by Kat Taylor (Katee Robert pseudonym) “My Dad’s Best Friend” by Katee Robert “The Rose” by Tiffany Reisz “Circe” by Madeline Miller “The Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Occult Practitioner” by Patrick Dunn Myth of Inanna’s descent: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirits/id1080871005?i=1000403219870 Our Shadow and Bone episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000524004453 http://www.friskwines.com The Earthly Delight Tarot: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1047235199/earthly-delight-tarot-deck-78-cards?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-home_and_living-spirituality_and_religion-divination_tools-tarot&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAjwx8iIBhBwEiwA2quaq2FbYNwryEKTavj8tS5ZbUPnO25P2NjnoUuMekFBviJlEHgTCoiIURoCuZEQAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_1843970812_75209279972_346398209908_pla-308022796295_c__1047235199_12768591&utm_custom2=1843970812&gclid=CjwKCAjwx8iIBhBwEiwA2quaq2FbYNwryEKTavj8tS5ZbUPnO25P2NjnoUuMekFBviJlEHgTCoiIURoCuZEQAvD_BwE @girthofvenus on Instagram Electric Idol comes out on January 18, 2022

Why are we rereleasing this episode? TO CELEBRATE NEWLY MINTED Ph.D. SHAWNA, our resident sexpert on this episode. On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss the movie The New Romantic, which you can currently stream on Netflix. It’s about a college student who enters into a mutually beneficial relationship so she can document her sugarbaby experiences in hopes of winning a journalism grant. We’ll talk about whether the movie fits the criteria for a romance and what the movie says about the genre, and we’ll bring in an expert to talk about the movie’s exploration of sex work through an academic lens. We’ll go off on tangents about time travel, disagree heatedly about Brett Dier, and declare our undying love for the BDE of one Camila Mendes. We would very much like to thank our guest this episode, our resident sexpert @shawna_felkins, PhD candidate in gender and women’s studies, sex work researcher, and all-around badass. Make sure to subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and Twitter @makeout_already. Have a book recommendation for us? Slide into our DMs, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. To make the Hopeless Romantic Float, use Fentimans Traditional Rose Lemonade (Liz got hers from Target) and homemade vanilla ice cream. For the ice cream, she used a 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk, a cup of milk, and a teaspoon of vanilla. Stir the ingredients together, chill for 30 minutes before putting into an ice cream maker for 10 to 20 minutes, then store in the freezer for a few hours. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, just put the mixture straight in the freezer. Add two scoops to your prettiest glass, pour the lemonade over the ice cream, and sip while daydreaming about your crush. Spike it if you wanna! This was decadent and so delicious. Need a little excitement but maybeee don’t want to go as far as getting drugged by your roommate? Us too. Try these Cupcakes for Two. Use @howsweeteats recipe at www.howsweeteats.com/2011/03/one-bowl-vanilla-cupcakes-for-two and add a little food coloring (instead of molly 😉).

Hi friends! On this episode, we recap One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston. It’s her second novel after the very beloved Red, White and Royal Blue. Like that book, it features a same sex couple, a ragtag group of lovingly supportive weirdos, and people who have absolute meltdowns over how swoonworthy their love interest is. But in this one, there’s some paranormal phenomena complicating things. It’s all very wibbly wobbly timey wimey and sciencey wiency. Honest Trailers — The Flash: https://youtu.be/WvUXbzxxdo0 Su Special recipe: https://weirdzeal.com/2021/06/01/one-last-stop/ JUST Egg egg replacement: www.ju.st Modern Witch tarot deck Our Red, White and Royal Blue episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000470035881 Our guest spot on Heaving Bosoms to recap the movie About Time: The Forbidden Hearts series by Alisha Rai, which we talk about here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000474877662 The Rose by Tiffany Reisz, which we talk about briefly here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000511989110 Neon Gods by Katee Robert

Hi friends! This is Make Out Already, where we review, dissect and fan cast romance novels and share our love for any media with an HEA. On this episode, we discuss Office Hours by Katrina Jackson. So for whatever reason, Meg and I were in the mood for something angsty, and this sweet workplace romance with a burnt out tenure track sociology professor and her immaculately dressed colleague was not the least bit angsty. So while we went into this one with the wrong mindset, we did love the heroine and found her experiences painfully relatable. Spoilers ahead! Stuff we mentioned: Loki on Disney+ Golden Thread Tarot app You can visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com.

Hi friends! You’re listening to Make Out Already. On this episode, we revisit Not-Hoth to talk about one of our favorite subjects — the big, beautiful blue men and intrepid human women who stole our hearts in Ruby Dixon’s Ice Planet Barbarians series. These books got us through the early days of quarantine last year. We’ve previously done episodes about them and some other works by Ms. Dixon, which we’ll link in the show notes. Recently, the youths on TikTok discovered the series and made it go viral, and it’s been dominating the bestseller list on Amazon. To welcome our new human friends into the rabid fandom that is IPB, we thought it would be fun to do some fan casting. Maybe we can manifest a screen adaptation, because it’s what we deserve. We do want to give general content warnings for the series: Sexual assault, dubious consent, kidnapping, human trafficking, graphic violence, child loss and infertility. The first book in particular gets pretty rough. So please proceed with caution and know that you can jump in anywhere in the series. Spoilers ahead! Our previous Ruby Dixon episodes: Stop Worrying & Love the Spur (series overview): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000485455007 Barbarian’s Drinking Game: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000486135163 Deep In the Dixonhole: “When She Purrs” with Melody from Heaving Bosoms (this is about Ruby Dixon’s Risdaverse series): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000515098368 Our recap of About Time as guests on Heaving Bosoms: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heaving-bosoms-a-romance-novel-podcast/id1294702451?i=1000525419034 We have a website! You can now visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. Keep an eye out because we’ve got some plans in the works for our new Internet home. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com.

Hi friends! This is Make Out Already, a podcast about romance novels, movies, and anything with a happily ever after. On this episode, we talk about “The Beautiful Ones” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. She’s best known for the book “Mexican Gothic,” and her backlist is getting some well-deserved love. “The Beautiful Ones” is a little historical romance, a little low fantasy/magical realism, and a lot of drama and scandal. Loving this book is now mine and Meg’s only personality trait. Spoilers ahead! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can also get in touch with us at makeoutalready@gmail.com and on our website, www.makeoutalreadypod.com. If you enjoy what we’re doing, it would be awesome if you rated us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts! Stuff we mentioned: “The Beautiful Ones” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia “Mexican Gothic” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald The 100 — All seasons on Netflix, but the last season infuriated Liz as much as the last season of Game of Thrones infuriated everyone The Nevers on HBO Sabrina movie, both the Audrey Hepburn one and the 1995 version with Harrison Ford and Julia Ormond Mystic Mondays tarot: https://www.mysticmondays.com Consider ordering your decks from your local independent bookstore! Shonnetta’s Divine Tarot on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn5SXv7sx-EuPjqUs8FBnDQ The Tarot Lady, who does a daily Instagram live called Tarot, Transits and Tangents that’s really fun. https://www.instagram.com/thetarotlady/?hl=en Her book “Tarot No Questions Asked” is an excellent resource for beginners and more advanced readers. She also has a fantastic Patreon and several podcasts. C4 pre-workout. Sends you to the effing moon. Please please please don’t mix up a bathtub Four Loko with it. “Gods of Jade and Shadow” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Hi friends! On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss Netflix’s adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse, “Shadow and Bone.” The wonderful and knowledgeable Lisa of Uppercase YA (who is Liz’s former J-school classmate) joins us to chat about the show, the books, and what to read next. Make sure you give Lisa a follow on Instagram @uppercaseya. You can follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. If you need to get in contact with us, email makeoutalready@gmail.com, and check out our website, makeoutalreadypod.com. Stuff we mentioned: Shadow and Bone series on Netflix Graceling by Kristin Cashore Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo Shadow and Bone series by Leigh Bardugo Six of Crows series by Leigh Bardugo King of Scars duology by Leigh Bardugo This Savage Song by Victoria Schwab Lisa’s recommendations: The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi There Will Come A Darkness by Katy Rose Pool We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal Float Plan by Trish Doller The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton Second First Impressions by Sally Thorne The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood Liz’s recommendations: Modern Love series by Alisha Rai His Perfect Partner by Priscilla Oliveras The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory The Wedding Party by Jasmine Guillory Ben Barnes connecting to the youths: https://www.themarysue.com/ben-barnes-how-do-you-do-fellow-kids-shadow-and-bone/ “Venom” by Lil Simz: https://open.spotify.com/track/4WaaWczlVb1UJ24LILsR4C?si=640c2f69f2904bb8 Our Midsommar episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000495970882 TikTok about announcing Twilight at the Oscars: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMewr8thn/ Skins (watch the original, not the terrible American reboot)

Hi friends! Liz here. On this episode, I’m joined by Deanna, who you should remember from our Midsommar episode. We’re reviewing Hidden Sins by Selena Montgomery, the nom de plume of the future president of the galaxy, Stacey Abrams. Full disclosure — we thought this one was OK. We roast the total simp of a hero while hypocritically simping over Cap and Bucky, and question whether the con artist heroine is actually any good as a con artist. Deanna reveals she is armed with quilting weapons should you try to kidnap her, and we bemoan the unappreciative youths in our friend group who don’t watch most of the TikToks we send them. For the TikTok Bucky fan fiction series, follow @serenaivory. Part one is here: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeb1L7dp/ True Heart Intuitive Tarot Deck: https://www.amazon.com/True-Heart-Intuitive-Tarot-Guidebook/dp/1328566269/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=true+heart+intuitive+tarot&qid=1620441473&sr=8-2

Hi Smooches! This episode, Meg and a group of her rowdiest college friends get together to reminisce about studying abroad and talk about Hot British Boyfriend by Kristy Boyce. We identify ourselves as Golden Girls or SatC acolytes, there’s a dramatic reading and Meg takes a turn as a game show host. Find us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. If you’re also big-time into Model UN, we highly recommend you watch Netflix’s Never Have I Ever and then listen to our episode for some laffs: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000486961677

Hi Smooches! On this episode, Melody from "Heaving Bosoms" is back to squee about "When She Purrs" by Ruby Dixon. We talk about courtship steps that should come before marking your territory on someone's front door; simp for chaotic bisexual blue alien bounty hunters; and recap the cat-man-alien equivalent of "call your doctor if your erection lasts more than four hours." It's a lot, and it's all wonderful. Meow. Find us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: Find Melody everywhere! https://www.heavingbosoms.com/ "E-Girls Are Ruining My Life" by CORPSE: https://open.spotify.com/track/7bCfHiRcfUjG0YVVNUL7Ve?si=eca95459998f4b6f Satisfyer Pro 2: https://bit.ly/3fFLufx Baci toy: https://www.loradicarlo.com/baci Argentinian empanada recipe: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/argentinian-beef-empanadas Ham croqueta recipe: https://spanishsabores.com/croquetas-de-jamon-serrano-recipe-ham-croquettes/ Neon Moon Tarot by Pixel Occult: http://pixeloccult.com/neonmoontarot/ and on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/614265183/neon-moon-tarot-deck-fourth-edition-with

On this episode, Meg and Liz throw a whole bunch of books, shows, YouTube channels and product recommendations at you. We catch each other up about what we’ve been reading and watching in our sadly abundant free time. We have a website! You can now visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. Keep an eye out because we’ve got some plans in the works for our new Internet home. You can also follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn Star Crossed by Minnie Darke MakseLife Planners: https://makselife.com/ Passion Planner: https://passionplanner.com/ Not mentioned, but Liz’s favorite notebooks for bullet journaling are from Archer & Olive: https://archerandolive.com/ Amanda Rach Lee on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk9aeo2A6a1fg3VeRueTn9w Dor Sack on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPXFuKiGBe4oIUq43QtS6BA We Need to Talk about Armie Hammer video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tFw6vSav-MQ Proceed with ALL THE CAUTION First Comes Like by Alisha Rai Kissing the Coronavirus and Kissing the Coronavirus 2: The Second Wave by M.J. Edwards Fifty Shades movie. I’m not even going to post a streaming link. The Red by Tiffany Reisz. This is Book 1 in the Godwicks series The Rose by Tiffany Reisz. This is Book 2 in the Godwicks series, and the one that Liz read. The Siren by Tiffany Reisz. This is Book 1 in the Original Sinners series Our Ice Planet Barbarians episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000485455007 and the accompanying drinking game: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000486135163 The Rakess by Scarlett Peckham Book Riot’s My TBR (Tailored Book Recommendations) service: https://mytbr.co/ and shoutout to Amanda for her consistently thoughtful and right-on recs A Gentleman in the Street by Alisha Rai Heaving Bosoms episode 446: https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast/446-fantasy-and-sci-fi-in-2021-with-caroline-perny-from-tor/#transcript Winter’s Orbit by Everina Maxwell WandaVision on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/series/wandavision/4SrN28ZjDLwH Nicque Marina on TikTok, who makes hilarious WandaVision content: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicquemarina?lang=en Shadow and Bone on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80236319 Leigh Bardugo’s website, which has info on all her Grishaverse books and Ninth House: https://www.leighbardugo.com/

On this episode, we welcome back self-taught Netflix teen romance expert Molly to talk about the thrilling finale to the “To All the Boys” series, “Always and Forever.” We talk about where we see Peter and Lara Jean in the future; whether Lara Jean has just never been to a really fun party; and our preferred epilogue with Lara Jean and Gen in college. We also talk about how we relate much more to the parents in the movie, and enjoy another episode of “Unpacking Liz’s Trauma” — Promposal Edition! Stuff we mentioned: Magnolia Bakery banana pudding: https://www.eater.com/21449002/world-famous-magnolia-bakery-banana-pudding-recipe Milk Bar birthday cake: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/momofuku-milk-bars-birthday-layer-cake if you want to make it, and https://milkbarstore.com/collections/cakes/products/birthday-cake if you want to order it. Milk Bar Compost Cookies at Target: https://www.target.com/p/milk-bar-compost-cookies-6-5oz/-/A-80175429#lnk=sametab “Love Life” on HBO starring Anna Kendrick: https://www.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GXrxUzQ5VqrGGtAEAAAAd/?utm_id=sa%7C71700000067673912%7C58700005920831885%7Cp54115644992&gclid=CjwKCAiAm-2BBhANEiwAe7eyFNG82PNM78RKiMsXNJ2vPMuFDHpNMTnE8z3AX0OCn4YmzbjQPyXhTRoCCc4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds “Jesse Buy Nothing … Go To Prom Anyways” by Hellogoodbye, AKA Liz’s rejected promposal song, which honestly still slaps: https://open.spotify.com/track/624UTWG3A0eDPQxkd7Wros?si=21319bac227141a7 Modern Witch Tarot: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-modern-witch-tarot-deck-lisa-sterle/1131583185?ean=9781454938682 Golden Girls Tarot: https://www.amazon.com/Golden-Girls-Tarot-Cards-Future/dp/1925811603/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=golden+girls+tarot&qid=1614525625&sr=8-1 Golden Thread Tarot: https://goldenthreadtarot.com Bananagrams: https://www.target.com/p/bananagrams-game/-/A-11152283#lnk=sametab Videos on letter divination: https://www.instagram.com/p/CJzEaxTHWqn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link and https://www.instagram.com/p/CJzEmosH3zq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss a beautiful book with a very heavy theme: “The One You Fight For” by Roni Loren. It’s part of the series “The Ones Who Got Away,” about a group of school shooting survivors now in their 30s. And we bring on a very special guest — Mr. Meg himself, Ben! Oh yeah, we’ve got a white guy on the podcast! We’re going to talk about gun violence, including a personal experience with a school shooting, so if you need to sit this one out, we understand. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. You can email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Stuff we mentioned: “Gratuitous Karaoke Moment” from the show “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”: https://youtu.be/lQnkKxRfoWg Our Alisha Rai episodes: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FtuEfNiuFFmenDol2smnG?si=Cz_EWdjFSPe4iec8Pyt0cQ and https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RebQGxN6dVk6MgO2WqAw9?si=R5hiOZZtRziMFcA-ulglQw Our Beach Read episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Evv1ZnPW843qs311Ca7Ya?si=HyMqAZglRfmZEvKwVpFVWw Ben’s playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/216BaQoJTbjBoEWVHs9Ttz?si=g2nzM_F6Tn2GHnOUWognDA Meg’s Best Margarita: * Fill shaker with ice  * Measure in 1.5 oz. tequila (El Jimador is a fav) * Measure in .75 oz agave nectar * Measure in .75 oz. fresh lime juice (NOT Rose’s lime syrup)  * Shake vigorously  * Strain into cup with ice and garnish with lime (optional) Tasty drinking snack: https://www.target.com/p/zapp-39-s-new-orleans-kettle-style-voodoo-potato-chips-9oz/-/A-47086581 The origins of the phrase “Weepy Horny” on Smart Podcast Trashy Books: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smart-podcast-trashy-books-reviews-interviews-discussion/id489361869?i=1000375105110 Golden Girls Tarot: The Golden Girls Tarot Cards: A Look into Your Future From the Lanai https://www.amazon.com/dp/1925811603/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_HDT83JV61XN299NSCY58 Uncommon Tarot: https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-uncommon-tarot-shaheen-miro/1137247790

On this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Melody, one half of the romance podcast duo Heaving Bosoms. We talked about “Beach Read” by Emily Henry. We discussed how smart and meta the book was; why cults, like romance, teach us a lot about humanity; and why we love heroes who go to therapy! Disclaimer: Liz did not mean what she said about Blake Lively. None of her comments should be taken as allegations. Please do not sue her, she’s just jealous of Blake’s fashion sense. You can find all of Melody’s links at www.heavingbosoms.com. Stuff we mentioned: Last Podcast on the Left: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yZg2MCkf31pPXiG4nznrg?si=AbK6ucKVQk2I9TQ0MpJWdw “The Farewell” movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8637428/ “Let Them All Talk” movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10808832/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Baci toy is for sale at www.loradicarlo.com Modern Witch Tarot Deck: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-modern-witch-tarot-deck-lisa-sterle/1131583185?ean=9781454938682 “All at Once” by Brill Harper, narrated by Melody: https://www.audible.com/pd/All-at-Once-Audiobook/B08GQHDW85 Black Chick Lit podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-chick-lit/id1177676310 Dani also hosts the Ice Planet Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ice-planet-podcast/id1493958705 Barbarian’s Mate episode of Heaving Bosoms: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heaving-bosoms-a-romance-novel-podcast/id1294702451?i=1000437319108 Ratatouille the Musical Wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratatouille_the_Musical Ruby Dixon’s Risdaverse series: http://rubydixon.com/wordpress/series/risdaverse/ Swingnsparrowtarot on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swingnsparrowtarot/?hl=en Wildly Tarot podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=1411090684 Chicaloo Kate merch: https://chicaloo.com/collections/heaving-bosom?page=1 White Russian recipe: https://www.kahlua.com/us/drinks/classic/white-russian/ Ratatouille recipe from Alice Waters: https://food52.com/recipes/14155-alice-waters-ratatouille Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss the Netflix original series “Bridgerton,” based on the book series by Julia Quinn. We discuss how trash the Regency was; air grievances about how the show did a disservice to its stellar diverse casting; discuss the big reveal of the ton’s Gossip Girl; and wonder whether a boob in the garden merits a duel. Please be advised that this episode discusses rape and sexual assault, which were depicted on the show. We understand if you need to skip it. Stuff we mentioned The Duke and I by Julia Quinn: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/110391 Golden Thread Tarot (also has a free app): https://goldenthreadtarot.com Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

On this episode, we recap and review Mangos and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera. We talk about why this was a more satisfying queer holiday romance than the film Happiest Season, the novella’s thoughtful portrayal of Dominican culture, and all the delicious moments — pastry-related or otherwise. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. Stuff we mentioned Can’t Escape Love by Alyssa Cole: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42117382 A Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35564582 Our holiday movie marathon episode in which we reviewed Happiest Season: https://anchor.fm/make-out-already/episodes/The-Big--Gay--Tropical--Royal-Triplet-Holiday-Movie-Marathon-Episode-endfm9 on Anchor, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-out-already/id1504732910?i=1000501494720 on Apple, and https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jz3GMI5Kx8MihQEiqpy2Y?si=asL1H9ScRGyxQtm3LRLk5A on Spotify. If Housewives Were Dominican: https://youtu.be/wMy2yUOpEm0 Golden Thread Tarot (also has a free app): https://goldenthreadtarot.com Coquito recipe: Coquito: https://www.thespruceeats.com/coquito-puerto-rican-no-eggnog-2137807

On this episode of Make Out Already, we recap three Christmas movies: “Happiest Season,” on Hulu and “The Princess Switch: Switched Again” and “Operation Christmas Drop” on Netflix. We discuss the women who could run us over with their cars, which hero is the least bland, and our pitches for the sequels.

On this episode, we discuss The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren. This book gave us much needed serotonin during the election-quarantine conjunction apocalypse. Meg goes hard on the fan cast, Liz gives the most rambling synopsis of her career, and both of us are very confused about why everyone is a dick to the heroine. Also, does anyone else remember that one movie with Lindsay Lohan and Chris Pine? Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. Mentioned in this episode: @thechrisbarnett on TikTok. Yes, Liz has a type. Yes, she has discussed this with her therapist. To support Georgia’s Democratic candidates: fairfight.com to support Emprexx Stacey Abrams’s brilliant work empowering voters electjon.com to donate to Jon Osoff’s campaign because David Perdue is a racist grifter. warnockforgeorgia.com because in this house we don’t support conspiracy theorists. True Heart Intuitive Tarot, Guidebook and Deck https://www.amazon.com/dp/1328566269/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_d99TFbJ8KJSDE or buy it from your local indie because Jeff Bezos is IRL Lex Luthor Meg’s Best Margarita: * Fill shaker with ice  * Measure in 1.5 oz. tequila (El Jimador is a fav) * Measure in .75 oz agave nectar * Measure in .75 oz. fresh lime juice (NOT Rose’s lime syrup)  * Shake vigorously  * Strain into cup with ice and garnish with lime (optional)

In honor of spooky season, we devote this episode to another misunderstood genre - horror. We invite our friend and horror aficionado Deanna to talk about why she loves the genre. Then we accept her challenge to watch and discuss Midsommar. We go in on the themes and the gore, then pitch our romance reboots of this unsettling breakup tale. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

On this episode of Make Out Already, we take a trip down memory lane to revisit the Twilight Saga. How did we first encounter the series? Is it as baffling and problematic as we remember? (Spoiler alert: It is.) What holds up, and who would we cast in a reboot? Plus, Meg torments herself by binge-watching all five movies, and Liz points out the religious themes she thinks influenced Meyer’s work. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. Mentioned in this episode: Jasmine Paige Moore on TikTok, who does the Twilight Without the Cringe series: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJ58dhgw/ Monica, who explains Twilight to the aliens who abducted her: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJ58B1Ps/ Christina Lauren discussing fandom on the Fated Mates podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fated-mates-a-romance-novel-podcast/id1440190146?i=1000493860687 Golden Thread Tarot: https://www.goldenthreadtarot.com Mystic Mondays Tarot: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1452176388/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_u8LHFbBPJ0V3E

Hi friends! On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss ConSensual Pod’s first season, “Ten Week Turnabout.” We talk about the experimental, immersive storytelling of the episodic romance novel, and pull some tarot cards for our hero and heroine. A few things we mention in the episode: 1. Follow @uppercaseya on Instagram. We are so grateful for the lovely shoutout! https://instagram.com/uppercaseya?igshid=1pndjnixn51pt 2. Follow @thetarotlady on Instagram for her daily astrology and tarot forecasts. https://instagram.com/thetarotlady?igshid=y7yghv0oxytm 3. You can check out ConSensual on the podcatcher of your choice. 4. Our next book will be “The Unhoneymooners” by Christina Lauren, so start reading! The Unhoneymooners | IndieBound.org Meg’s Aperol Spritz Combine 1 part Aperol with 2 parts Prosecco and a splash of seltzer water. Garnish with an orange slice or green olives. Bitter Spritz (nonalcoholic) Mix 1 part orange juice (or orange soda, like San Pellegrino) and 1 part seltzer over ice and add a couple of dashes of aromatic bitters (especially citrus flavored or spiced bitters). Garnish with an orange slice and enjoy! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

On this episode of Make Out Already, we recap the Netflix original series Never Have I Ever, in honor of the show’s renewal for a second season. We phone a friend for the entire episode — Molly, who introduced us to the show. We talk about normalizing female rage and horniness; flawed love interests; cultural nuances; season 2 predictions, and so much more. Meg’s Not-Too-Sour Lemonade 1 3/4 c sugar Pinch salt 1 c water 1 1/2 c lemon juice Boil the sugar, salt and water until all sugar is dissolved. Chill. Once syrup is chilled, stir in the lemon juice and enjoy! Liz’s Turmeric Latte 1 cup milk (I prefer almond for this) 1/2 t turmeric powder Dash of powdered ginger Dash of black pepper Cinnamon and sugar to taste Combine the ingredients in a saucepan and stir until simmering. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

On this bonus episode of Make Out Already, we lovingly poke fun at the recurring tropes and turns of phrase in Ruby Dixon’s Ice Planet Barbarians series. Meg shared an amazing sah-sah recipe that will make you not even mind all the resonance noise in a nearby cave: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/rosy-gin-kombucha-cocktail Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

Hi friends! On this episode, we get the hell out of Dodge and land on Not-Hoth. That’s right, we are talking about Ruby Dixon’s bonkers and beautiful Ice Planet Barbarians series. Whether you’ve never heard of the series or you’re totally obsessed with the blue barbarians, this episode is going to get you khui-ready. To see Ruby Dixon’s incredibly long list of books, go to www.rubydixon.com. Liz first heard of this series on the Heaving Bosoms podcast, and we highly recommend checking it out. If you want a deep dive into each book, make sure you check out the Ice Planet Podcast. No potatoes? No problem. Get your stew on with some Dominican sancocho. Use dvisti if you’ve got it: Sancocho Recipe and Video (The Deluxe Dominican Stew) Meg came up with an amazing sah-sah recipe that will make you not even mind all the resonance noise in a nearby cave: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/rosy-gin-kombucha-cocktail Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already.

Hi friends! On the next episode, we’re going on a journey into the stars with a one-way ticket to Not-Hoth. Oh yes, we are diving into the beautiful, icy world of seven-foot-tall blue cavemen who know how to please an Earth girl, matchmaking parasites, and yummy, yummy filth. Make sure you’re subscribed, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod for updates.

On this episode of Make Out Already, we savor the delectable peach that is Girl Gone Viral by Alisha Rai (long may she reign). We take a deep dive into some armchair psychology on the heroine and hero of this book, make a few predictions for the third book in the Modern Love series... and wonder if maybe we’re too horny for this rather modest pairing. For the luscious peach torte Meg made in honor of this book, follow the NYT Cooking recipe for a purple plum torte, but with ripe peaches instead: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/3783-original-plum-torte. Liz recommends Rai’s YouTube channel, Quarantine Cuisine: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyOL0ZfUCiN3BO4ffTwwyXg If you’re interested in getting into sourdough (though maybe not to the same extent Katrina is), check out Josh Weissman on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChBEbMKI1eCcejTtmI32UEw or @artisanbryan on IG! As always, make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. Have a book recommendation for us? Slide into our DMs, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Until next time, air kisses!

We read romance because we believe joy, connection and love can heal humanity. But we don’t have joy in us right now. George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade and countless others should be alive today. People in the news and people hidden from it, people who loved and were loved, have died because of white supremacy. This moment is a test of our collective humanity, a test we’ve failed over and over again. It is not enough to be sad and angry. It is vital that we act. We will do our very best to amplify the voices of activists and anti-racist organizations. Here are some small ways you can start to help: 1. Follow the work of @rachel.cargle, @mspackyetti, @ibramxk, @laylafsaad and @ijeomaoluo. Those are their Instagram handles. 2. Donate to community bail funds for the protesters putting their bodies on the line during a pandemic. Start with @mnfreedomfund and @blmlouisville Community Bail Fund. 3. Donate to anti-racist organizations such as @splcenter, @raicestexas, @colorofchange and your local @blklivesmatter chapter. 4. Remember that it is not just the crises making national news. @theblackfairygodmotherofficial organizes small fundraisers for families with urgent needs. @thelovelandfoundation funds mental health care for black women and girls. @thenapministry advocates for rest as a tool to dismantle white supremacist capitalism. 5. Call out racism when you see it, especially in your own families and communities. Make racists uncomfortable. Even if it’s a racist you love, love them better by not tolerating their racism. And remember that children are never too young to be educated about anti-racism. 6. Unlearn racist conditioning. Delete the phrase “I’m not a racist” from your vocabulary. We’re reading “Me and White Supremacy” by Layla F. Saad. Owning your own stuff is a great place to start. 7. Make sure your bookshelf reflects the world. Publishing does a terrible job with inclusivity, and romance is not exempt. See: @therippedbodice State of Racial Diversity in Romance Publishing Report. Romance is not trivial — fiction is a powerful tool to teach empathy. Black authors and stories deserve a place on your bookshelf. Black lives matter. Our love to all. — Liz and Meg

On this episode of Make Out Already, we swear fealty to our queen Alisha Rai and highlight her books that we’ve read, in anticipation of our Girl Gone Viral discussion. We discuss the Forbidden Hearts series, the Modern Love series, and one of her earlier titles, A Gentleman in the Street. We look at the picante factor of her different series and talk about the themes that resonate with us in Rai’s writing. Meg makes a strong case that she should be hired to write all back cover copy, and Liz makes a hella problematic case for why Gone Girl is a romance (she said what she said). You should one thousand percent follow Rai on Instagram @alisharaiwrites. While you’re at it, follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. Do you have a comment, book recommendation, or indecent proposal for us? Slide into the DMs or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Books we mention: Hate to Want You https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29422692 Wrong to Need You https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34217566 Hurts to Love You https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35068637 The Right Swipe https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39863092 Girl Gone Viral https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/44148565 A Gentleman in the Street https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23569243

Hi friends! On this episode of Make Out Already, we take a break from piling on to your TBR so we can add to your streaming queue. We recommend two series that we think romance readers will love: Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Roswell, New Mexico. The shows have very different vibes, but share a library of romance tropes and both have casts stacked with pretty people. We also discuss how we’re doing during the pandemic, recommend watch-alikes and some books to go with our picks (come on, we weren’t going to miss a chance to sneak some in), and make a case for some of that mattress money. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and on Twitter @makeout_already. “I’m A Stupid Cat” video: https://youtu.be/qpl5mOAXNl4

The next #MakeOutAlready recap will be Girl Gone Viral by her royal highness Alisha Rai. The second book in the Modern Love series features a shy ex-model escaping the spotlight for some seclusion with her hunky bodyguard. Steamy forced proximity ensues! Join us back here at the end of May for the Make Out Already review of Girl Gone Viral, and until then, follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod, on Twitter @makeout_already, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Air kisses!

On this episode of Make Out Already, we bask in the brilliance of Get A Life, Chloe Brown, by Talia Hibbert. We talk about how the book achieves the perfect comedic tone without being slapstick; fan cast models, pop stars and American congresswomen; and delight in a hero who cooks, goes to therapy and knows how to rev up the motor, if you know what we mean. We show our complete ignorance of British cuisine, and have an existential meltdown over the writing. This was a sweet, funny book that gets into some heavy stuff. So if hearing about intimate partner violence and emotional abuse isn’t something you want to deal with right now, our feelings won’t be hurt if you skip this one. Make sure to subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and Twitter @makeout_already. Have a book recommendation for us? Slide into our DMs, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Some stuff we mention: The World’s Saddest Google Commercial: https://youtu.be/6xSxXiHwMrg Recipes: Meg’s small batch salted chocolate ginger biscuits are adapted from Hummingbird High. Makes 3 cookies! -3/4 c powdered sugar, sifted -3 tblsp cocoa powder, sifted -a pinch of kosher salt -1 large egg white -3/4 tsp pure vanilla extract -1 tsp chopped candied ginger -1 tblsp finely chopped walnuts/pecans -1/4 c chocolate chips -sprinkle of flaky salt Mix the dry ingredients, then add in the wet and mix just until combined. Fold in the mix-ins. Portion 2 tblsp blobs of dough on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake 15 min in a 350 degree oven, then sprinkle with flaky salt. Pairs well with a romance. ... To make a chamomile latte, heat one cup of milk over medium on the stove, careful not to to let it boil. Stir in a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar to taste. Pour the mixture over a chamomile tea bag and steep. Great tonic for the nerves when your book’s heroes don’t act right. Liz made a cinnamon roll mug cake adapted from Kirbie’s Cravings. She tried this with chocolate milk in the batter and it was very tasty. Recipe available here: https://kirbiecravings.com/cinnamon-roll-mug-cake/

On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss the movie The New Romantic, which you can currently stream on Netflix. It’s about a college student who enters into a mutually beneficial relationship so she can document her sugarbaby experiences in hopes of winning a journalism grant. We’ll talk about whether the movie fits the criteria for a romance and what the movie says about the genre, and we’ll bring in an expert to talk about the movie’s exploration of sex work through an academic lens. We’ll go off on tangents about time travel, disagree heatedly about Brett Dier, and declare our undying love for the BDE of one Camila Mendes. We would very much like to thank our guest this episode, our resident sexpert @shawna_felkins, PhD candidate in gender and women’s studies, sex work researcher, and all-around badass. Make sure to subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod and Twitter @makeout_already. Have a book recommendation for us? Slide into our DMs, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. To make the Hopeless Romantic Float, use Fentimans Traditional Rose Lemonade (Liz got hers from Target) and homemade vanilla ice cream. For the ice cream, she used a 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk, a cup of milk, and a teaspoon of vanilla. Stir the ingredients together, chill for 30 minutes before putting into an ice cream maker for 10 to 20 minutes, then store in the freezer for a few hours. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, just put the mixture straight in the freezer. Add two scoops to your prettiest glass, pour the lemonade over the ice cream, and sip while daydreaming about your crush. Spike it if you wanna! This was decadent and so delicious. Need a little excitement but maybeee don’t want to go as far as getting drugged by your roommate? Us too. Try these Cupcakes for Two. Use @howsweeteats recipe at www.howsweeteats.com/2011/03/one-bowl-vanilla-cupcakes-for-two and add a little food coloring (instead of molly 😉).

Coming up next week on Make Out Already, we’ll be discussing the movie The New Romantic, which you can currently stream on Netflix. It’s about a college student who enters into a mutually beneficial relationship so she can document her sugar baby experiences in hopes of winning a journalism grant. We’ll talk about whether the movie fits the criteria for a romance and what the movie says about the genre, and we’ll bring in an expert to talk about the movie’s exploration of sex work through an academic lens. Add the movie to your Netflix binge and meet us back here next week. We’re also excited to announce our next book, Get a Life, Chloe Brown, by Talia Hibbert. It’s about a wealthy, chronically ill computer geek on a mission to add adventure to her life, and the sexy motorcycle-riding handyman who will help her check all her boxes. We’ll be dropping this episode in two weeks, and in the meantime, make sure you follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod, where we might have some surprises in store for our listeners. Until next time, virtual air kisses.

Welcome to the Make Out Already recap and review of Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston. On this episode, we talk about why we chose a male/male romance for our first episode, give some tough love to our beloved heroes, share drink recipes inspired by the novel, bask in the glow of the delightful alternate universe the novel creates, and do some fan casting. Make sure to subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod. Have a book recommendation for us? Slide into our DMs, or email us at makeoutalready@gmail.com. Shoutout to Crabicurious Design Studio for our amazing logo! Visit them on IG @crabicurious. Use promo code “crab” for free design work! Champurrado recipe: https://youtu.be/oKCVI9fbdzA Boozy Early Grey Cocktail Recipe: 2 T loose leaf Earl Grey 1 sprig rosemary 1/2 c water (boiling) 1 T honey 1 shot whiskey (or bourbon!) 1 splash orange liqueur (like Grand Marnier) 1 dash orange bitters Squeeze of fresh lemon/orange juice and slice to garnish (Adapted from Bon Appetit’s Earl Grey-Bourbon Punch) Steep the rosemary and Earl Grey in the boiling water for 5 minutes. Strain and add the honey, then let cool. Fill a glass with ice, the whiskey, orange liqueur, orange bitters and fruit juice. Pour the tea concentrate over, stir, garnish and drink while reading RWRB!

Our first recap will be the adorable Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston! This rom-com features the first son of the United States in an enemies to friends to lovers romance with the Prince of England. Subscribe to know when the episode drops, and follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod.

Welcome to Make Out Already, a romance novel podcast where two friends and feminists recap contemporary romance novels. Find out why we love the wildly misunderstood genre, and what you can expect in future episodes. And make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.