A podcast about fanfiction. If ever there were sommeliers for fanfic, it would be Grace and Claire. So pour yourself a drink, and get ready for the slow burn of a lifetime.
The Fine Pairings podcast is an absolute gem that I stumbled upon thanks to a TikTok recommendation. After just a couple of weeks of listening, it has become a staple in my daily routine. Hosted by the amazing duo of Grace and Claire (with appearances from Josie as well), this podcast brings so much joy and entertainment to my mornings. The chemistry between the hosts is palpable, and their banter and friendly dynamic make every episode feel like a hangout with friends. The selection of fanfics they read is diverse and often surprising, introducing me to new corners of fandom that I didn't even know existed. As someone who has read or watched many of the original works they cover, it's fascinating to discover fanfics based on them and see how creative fans can be. Plus, the addition of drink pairings adds another fun element to the podcast.
The best aspect of The Fine Pairings podcast is definitely the hosts themselves. Grace and Claire are not only hilarious but also incredibly talented storytellers. They have a knack for bringing these fanfics to life with their dramatic readings and comedic commentary. Their genuine enthusiasm for fanfiction shines through in every episode, making it easy for listeners to get swept up in the absurdity and entertainment value of each story. I also appreciate their thoughtful approach to discussing fandom culture and highlighting the creativity within fan communities.
However, no podcast is without its flaws. One minor downside of The Fine Pairings podcast is that some episodes may rely heavily on inside jokes or references that only dedicated fans will understand. While this may not be an issue for regular listeners, it could potentially make it harder for newcomers or casual fans to fully engage with certain episodes or discussions.
In conclusion, The Fine Pairings podcast is an absolute delight from start to finish. It's a warm, funny, and genuinely enjoyable show that brings fans together in celebration of fanfiction and fandom culture at large. Grace and Claire's infectious energy and genuine love for what they do make every episode a joy to listen to. Whether you're a longtime fanfic reader or someone new to the world of fandom, this podcast is definitely worth checking out. It's the perfect blend of humor, entertainment, and appreciation for the fanfiction community.
What is the core of Reylo as a pillar of Enemies to Lovers? This week, Josie highlights one of the top Kudosed EtL fics from the over 1 million words she collectively read in service of the Rebellion. This fic was originally meant to be a PWP, and the author let it turn into a full-scale adventure! (Ain't that just the way?) Josie reads Chapter 3, and if you venture into the full fic you'll be treated to angst, slow burn, dubious consent, and explicit content. - Cocktail Pairing: The Light Side In a shaker add 2 ounces of vodka, .5 ounces of cognac, 1 ounce of cream of coconut, and 1 ounce of lime juice. Dry shake the ingredients before pouring and adding ice. Serve with a shot-glass amount of equal parts cold brew and Mr. Coffee liquor, because we all have a little bit of the dark side tucked away in the depths... - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Interstellar Transmissions Author: LovelyThings and ricca_riot - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction: Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Please email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits "I Knew a Guy,” “In Your Arms” Creator: Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Title: “2 Hour Delay” “Beginning 3 v 2” Creator: HoliznaCC0 Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/musi
Why do we love what we hate? This week, Josie takes us on a journey through Reylo! We'll talk about the most popular fics, but we're not gonna talk about the moral qualms. Enjoy! - Cocktail Pairing: The Dark Side Mix equal parts Mr. Black cold brew coffee liqueur, espresso, and cognac; add equal parts 0.25 oz rich demerara syrup and lemon oil. - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction: Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Please email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits "Almost New," "Atlantean Twilight," "I Knew a Guy,” “In Your Arms,” "Magic Escape Room," "Magic Forest," "Mourning Song," "Nothing Broken," "Space X-plorers," "Thinking Music," "Vibing Over Venus" Creator: Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Title: “2 Hour Delay” “Beginning 3 v 2” Creator: HoliznaCC0 Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/holiznacc0/winter-lofi/2-hour-delay-1/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/holiznacc0/gamer-soundtrack-beginnings/beginning-3-v-2/ License: CC0 1.0 Universal Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to celebrate the enemies...turned lovers. In this mini-series, we'll dive into what makes the Enemies to Lovers tag tick. From loathing to lust, literature to fic, this first episode explores the background of what makes feuds change to fondness. Why do we love what we hate? - Cocktail Pairing: The Lover & The Enemy “My love, your lover, the lover” - 1.75 oz dry gin, 0.5 oz St Germain, 0.5 oz Lillet Blanc, 1 oz grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz grapefruit simple syrup, and 1 dash of bitters "My enemy, your enemy, the enemy" - shot of Angostura bitters - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction: Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Please email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms,” “Canon in D Major," “Ghost Dance,” “Gioachino Rossini: Ranz des Vaches,” “J. S. Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No4-1 BWV1049,” “Nothing Broken,” “Night on the Docks - Sax” Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Classical_Sampler https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Oddities/Nothing_Broken/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/Night_on_the_Docks_-_Sax/ License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0 Title: tabulation I. Creator: oji Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/oji/non-edible-sounds/tabulation-i/ License: CC0 1.0 Universal Title: starry night Creator: snoozy beats Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/snoozy-beats/single/starry-night/ License: CC BY 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Title: Seikilos Epitaph with the Lyre of Apollo Creator: Lina Palera (Lyre 2.0 Project player) Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Music_of_Ancient_Greece/An_Appreciation/01_Seikilos_Epitaph_with_the_Lyre_of_Apollo/ License: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Title: “Astroids,” “NPC Theme” Creator: HoliznaCC0 Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/holiznacc0/tiny-plastic-video-games-for-long-anxious-space-travel/astroids/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/holiznacc0/chiptunes/npc-theme/ License: CC0 1.0 Universal Title: Bach - Aria Variata, BVW. 989 - Variation No. 2 Creator: Brendan Kinsella Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Brendan_Kinsella/Bachs_Aria_Variata/Bach_-_Aria_Variata_BVW_989_-_Variation_No_2/ License: CC0 1.0 Public Domain Title: Cinematic Duduk Creator: SamuelFJohanns Source: https://pixabay.com/music/ambient-cinematic-duduk-192901/ License: pixel bay content license; https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/ LightingMatch2.wav by HerbertBoland Source: https://freesound.org/s/29678/ License: Attribution 4.0 Pouring Glass of Wine from Bottle by nebulousflynn Source: https://freesound.org/s/220303/ License: Attribution 4.0 Pouring_Martini.aif by bhweber Source: https://freesound.org/s/148167/ License: Creative Commons 0 Martini_Shaker.aif by bhweber Source: https://freesound.org/s/148168/ License: Creative Commons 0 Cocktail Sounds.wav by KenRT Source: https://freesound.org/s/319994/ License: Creative Commons 0 Ambiance_Bar_People_Loop_Stereo.wav by Nox_Sound Source: https://freesound.org/s/495522/ License: Creative Commons 0 1600s.mp3 by outerandeventhorizon Source: https://freesound.org/s/488809/ License: Creative Commons 0 Viking Calls by PoundSoundUK Source: https://freesound.org/s/641220/ License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Shakespeare "Lover and His Lass" Lute and Wood Flute by soundsandrebounds Source: https://freesound.org/s/769807/ License: Creative Commons 0 Additional AFX from Freesound.org Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Title: “Newsroom Theme” Creator: FoolBoyMedia Source: Freesound.org License: CC BY-NC 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
We read fanfic and we don't judge... So this episode can be marked under RPF: Real Problematic Fanfic. Which is to say that inspiration has struck these authors straight from the headlines and we felt it was necessary to dive in. Just remember....it's fanfic until proven guilty. - Cocktail Pairing: Penicillin Ingredients: 2 ounces blended scotch whisky, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz honey simple syrup, 0.25 oz Islay single malt scotch (to float), 2-3 slices fresh ginger. Directions: Muddle fresh ginger in the shaker and then add all ingredients except for Islay scotch; shake; double strain and float Islay on top - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: down in manhattan by Anon Title: I Saw Him by Anon Title: Denial, Delay and Deposition by Anon - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Please email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Title: “Newsroom Theme” Creator: FoolBoyMedia Source: Freesound.org License: CC BY-NC 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
And so we have come to the final chapter of (6 seasons and) the movie season. This week we found out that each of us could write a couple more 5 star review fanfics… Sincerely, the Fine Pairings Club Editor's Note: During the 3rd fic, we say the name "Elena" when it should be "Elara." Please forgive this random incorrect name usage. - Sour Worm Cocktail - Mix together 1.5oz rum, 1.5oz blue curaçao, 6oz pineapple juice, 2oz orange juice. Add ice and sour worms to curaçao - Featured Fics “A Gif(t) from Above” - Notatruefan, a Good Omens texting fight ”CS-I am in this fic” - GraceFinePairingsPodcast, a Fine Pairings CSI case “The Last Match” - madamjosefiend, a Red Queen fic “What happens between questing parties, stays between questing parties” - Notatruefan, Astarion steals magic items back from Gale in Buldar's Gate _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Here we find ourselves at the first half of the finale of Season 7! This week we have the first half of our 5 Star Requested Fics. Enjoy the first half! - Infused Twizzler Vodka Lemonade - Infuse vodka with Twizzlers by allowing Twizzlers to marinate in the vodka overnight. Mix infused vodka with lemonade and enjoy! - Featured Fics "Hand in Hand Combat" - Notatruefan, a Code Lyoko Fic with a little hand holding and kissing "Is Anyone Out There? It's Me, Buzzy." - GraceFinePairingsPodcast, Buzzy the Epcot True Crime "Fixed From the Future" - Notatruefan, a Fix it fic for Season 4 Doctor Who _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Raise your hand if you've ever been personally victimized by redemption arcs… It's the last regular episode of season seven and Josie returns as host, with an update on the Mean Girls fic from episode 1! - On Thursdays we read fan fiction (boozy version) - Mix together 1.25oz navy strength gin, 0.75 oz green chartreuse, 0.5 oz lime juice, 0.5 oz lemon basil simple syrup, 0.5 oz clementine oleo saccharum, and top with lime seltzer - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Seven Times Regina George Didn't Come Out (and one time she did) Author: DrFausty _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
It's Barbie Bitch. We're having a girls night. We're snuggling on the couch. We're looking into each other's eyes. We're making it awkward for your 16 year old daughter. Don't forget your rollerblades! - Bi-Pride Barbie Cosmo - To a shaker of ice add 1.5oz vodka, 1 oz cranberry juice cocktail, 0.75oz orange liqueur, 0.75 lime juice, 0.5oz blue curacao - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Is Your Mom In Love With Barbie? The Ten Step Guide Author: MiracleLiho _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Turns out Claire never understood the Matrix. So she took the blue pill and brought something fluffy instead. Trinity is going to make a sweet treat for Neo! - Neo-vardier - Mix 8 ounces of apple cider, 4 ounces of bourbon, 2 ounces of Aperol, and 2 ounces of dry vermouth in a container with ice. Strain and serve your post-matrix cocktail. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Choux Cher Author: Orphan_account _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Is a fic still considered crack if it makes you cry? This week we explore the ship of dreams, the Titantic. It too had dreams of it's own, to find it's purpose, to find love. And doesn't love have a funny way of cracking us open to our most vulnerable? - Rose's Last Word - Mix 0.75 oz gin, 0.75 oz green chartreuse, 0.75 lime juice, 0.75 oz rose syrup. Pour into a cold glass and enjoy as you sink into the depths of the ocean. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: A Love That Weathered Time Author: Marvell_ousMan _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Before he ever met Wesley or Princess Buttercup, Inigo Montoya was a hired hand for Vizzini. He was focused solely on his revenge plot, until their ship started to sail for Greenland. - Calimocho - Mix together equal parts red wine and cola soda. Enjoy with friends! - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Unemployed in Greenland Author: miss_pryss _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
She's beauty and she's Grace! And she's brought us a Miss Congeniality fic that will take the crown. FBI Agent Gracie Hart will have a lot to investigate where Miss Texas is involved. - Tubey Thing Shooter - Into a test tube add 1 oz apple vodka, 0.25 oz Midori, and a dash of lime juice - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Once In A Lifetime Author: Heroine_Lestrange _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Every club has a secret handshake, and ours is crying when things get fluffy. The Kingsmen are an elite group of operatives with the best skills to take down the villains of the world, but what happens when the villain lies in the palm of your hand? - The Queen's Cocktail - Pour one part gin and two parts Dubonnet into a small wine glass, or chalice. Sink a lemon wheel under two proportionate ice cubes. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Every club's got a secret handshake Author: orphan_account _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Title: "In Your Arms" Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Incompetech.com https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500042 License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Title: “jingle start_2” Creator: umwelt Source: Freesound.org https://freesound.org/s/67760/ License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
3 strikes and you're out of the closet! Kit Keller has a lot to learn in her new league, both on and off the field. - Rockford Peach Shandy - Mix 1/2 cup lager or light beer, 1/2 cup lemonade, and 1/3 cup "peach slurry" (1/2 cup of peaches, 1 tablespoon of water, 1 teaspoon sugar, blended together) - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Girls Like Her: Nine Moments in the Life of Kit Keller Author: translikelance _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Now that our New Year resolutions have worn off, we know just what you thneed: Cookies! Just watch out, you may learn just like the Onceler that not all the liquor cooks out of these whiskey cookies. - In a tumbler garnished with chocolate syrup, mix 2 ounces of bourbon and ½ ounce of chocolate liqueur. Add ice. Top with 4-6 dashes chocolate bitters, 2 dashes coffee bitters (optional), 2 dashes orange bitters (optional). Garnish with orange zest. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Drunk Cookies Author: Lynn_StarDragon _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! After the events of the movie, Dani is exploring her new identity as a witch, and her old friend Binx is there to help her along the way. But as she grows her feelings for Binx do as well. - White Witch - Shake together with ice 0.75 oz Cointreau, 0.5 oz lime juice, 0.75 oz gin, 0.75 oz green chartreuse, and 0.25 oz aquafava. Strain and enjoy. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: twist the bones and bend the back Author: made_of_lions_and_wolves333 _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Goonies never say die, but they might say...yes? It's getting close to the high school prom and Stef still doesn't have a date. There is however a guy with a big mouth and a big heart that's hoping he can be the answer to that question. - Death by Chocolate - In a blender pour 1 oz vodka, 1 oz coffee liqueur, and 1 oz creme de cacao, then add 2 scoops chocolate ice cream, 2 tbsp chocolate syrup, and 1 cup crushed ice. Blend until smooth. Split between 2 glasses and top with whipped cream and a cherry. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Just Say Yes Author: Shadowsamurai _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Today is the Winter Solstice and to celebrate we're going to take a little trip to the warmer climes of Midsommar. Grace brings a fanfic that follows the characters of Midsommar through the rest of their lives and just a warning....it gets DEEP. - Midsommar Love - Mix 1.5 oz aquavit, 0.5 oz elderflower liquor, 0.5 oz lemon juice, and 1.5 oz lemonade. To create a love potion, drop in a touch of grenadine - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Today Author: debit _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
This week Claire brings a Parent Trap fic, where Chessy and Meredith dance around their attraction for each other. - Starting with a ready-made margarita mix (with the alcohol) add rhubarb syrup and lime to taste. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: the nanny trap Author: sonatine Notes: zeldasabel.com _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and X (Twitter) @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
We're all in this together! And we know that Chad and Ryan need to have a serious conversation when they reconnect at the High School (Not a Musical) Reunion. This may be the start of something new. - Wildcat 08 - Mix 1 oz gin, 0.5 oz simple syrup, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 1/2 cup raspberry lemonade, and 1/2 cup champagne into a glass. Serve and remember the good old days. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: High School Reunion Author: FromTheEmbers _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Shut up! We're doing a Princess Diaries episode. Princess Mia Thermopolis is in a bit of a pickle, she needs a husband to be queen. Nicholas Devereaux wants to get out from under the thumb of his uncle. Perhaps a proposal could be drafted... - Add 1.5 oz gin, 1/2 oz St-Germain, 3/4 oz lemon juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and a bar spoon of fresh pear puree to an ice-filled shaker and shake until chilled. Double-strain into a coupe glass. Top with a splash of Champagne and garnish with a fresh slice of pear. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: It's Inevitable That You Will Author: screaminginternally _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
You better shape up, 'cause I need a man. And our episode is set in Grease! This week Grace brings a fic from Danny's POV. He's starting at a new school and with that comes a new identity, new friends, and new leather jackets. - Greased Lightning - Add 1.5 oz spiced rum into a chilled glass and top with root beer. Top with one scoop of vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Rydell Author: itstheweekend _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
It's time to buzz the tower because Claire brought a Top Gun fanfic! Is anyone surprised? No. Rooster and Hangman are caught with their pants down...by none other than Maverick. - Empennage - Into a chilled glass add 2 oz whiskey, 2 oz Budweiser, and top with 2 oz of ginger beer. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: people like us. Author: Skyuni123 _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Get in loser, we're launching season seven! It's the first episode of season seven and Josie joins as host, with her offering: A Mean Girls Fanfic! - On Wednesdays, We Drink Pink - Mix together 1 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz grapefruit simple syrup, 1 oz grapefruit juice, 0.25 oz Aperol, and 2 dashes Peychaud's bitters; On Thursdays, We Read Fanfiction - 2.5 oz lemon basil simple syrup, 6 oz tonic water - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: Seven Times Regina George Didn't Come Out (and one time she did) Author: DrFausty _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
The first installation of My Niche Fandom! Bonus episodes where we overexplain a less-known fandom we're a part of so we can read a fic in which almost none of it matters. This week, Josie gives us the book series that reignited her love of reading fantasy: Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard! - Bloody Mare: 1.5 oz vodka, 4 oz tomato juice, .25 oz lemon juice, .2 oz lime juice, .25oz Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 spice mix (2 parts garlic powder, 2 parts garlic salt, 1 part cayenne pepper, 1/3 part paprika), 1/2 tsp creamy horseradish, 1/2 tsp hot sauce of your choice - Recipe credit to The Educated Barfly on Youtube. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org! Title: how to flirt (without really trying) Author: neverthecanonOTP _ Want more? Join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod Join us on our Discord page! - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Bonus Episode Alert! Let's scroll back to 2006 and dust off our eyeliner pencils, it's time to dive in to...My Immortal. Was it written as a troll fic or written in earnest? We're also launching our Discord page! Come on over and hang out! - A shot of Sambuca & a Raven Cocktail - 3/4 oz lemon juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, 1/2 oz blackberry puree, and 1.5 oz blueberry vodka - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on tumblr.com or archiveofourown.org Title: My Immortal Author: XXXbloodyrists666XXX Title: I'm Not Okay Author: bloodytearz666 And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Bonus Episode Alert! "You and me got a whole lot of history" - One Direction, and this week we're walking down memory lane and reading some fics from Claire's time on tumblr as a One Direction preference and imagine fanfic writer. Don't mind Claire as she tries to not melt into a puddle of vulnerability. We're also launching our Discord page! Come on over and hang out! - Black Cherry Whiskey Sour - Mix together 2 oz whiskey, 1 oz lemon juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, 1/2 oz black cherry juice, and then top with 2 oz seltzer - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on tumblr.com or archiveofourown.org Title: Preference - You Meet in Vegas and Elope Title: You Find Out Liam is a Werewolf Title: Punk Niall meets a very preppy you Author: notatruefan And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
As a final goodbye to season 6, the whole posse is together to read their 500-word fanfics requested by 5-star reviewers. Grace, Claire, and Josie got a long one for you folks! - A redo of Victory Viniq (S4, episode 69): To a pitcher add 2 cups Moscato, 2 cups lemonade, 2 cups vodka, 2 cups sprite, and a carton of Raspberries. This mixture will sit in the fridge for 2 hours to allow the raspberries to infuse into the drink. Add shimmer before serving. - Featured Fics "Talking Loud, Not Saying Much" - A Beca/Chloe fic from Pitch Perfect by Grace "Real Treasure" - A bed-sharing fic of OFMD or Ghosts by Claire "Crazy Ex-Reader" - A Crazy Ex-Girlfriend midwest fic by Grace "In 5 years' time, we could be walking around Camp Half-Blood" - Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase meet 5 years earlier by Josie "Glass Houses" - A Frank Lloyd Wright/Philip Johnson crack fic by Claire "And More Attention..." - Hermione takes Luna to the Yule Ball by Grace "Princess and the Poly" - A Barbie Princess and the Pauper Fic by Claire Want to read these fics for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find these fics in our collection on archiveofourown.org And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
We've had such a wonderful season but all good things must come to an end! This week Grace and Claire are writing 500-word fanfics requested by 5-star reviewers. - Cherry Popper - 3/4 oz black cherry juice, 1/2 oz lemon juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, 1/4 oz grenadine, 1 oz gin, and topped with champagne - Featured Fics "The Secret Life of Emmett Cullen" - Emmett Cullen's perspective in Forks by Claire "More Like NCIYES Amiright Ladies??" - An NCIS fanfic with Tony Dinozzo/ Kate Todd by Grace "Homecoming Dance" - A Sky High fanfic with Will Stronghold/Warren Peace by Claire "The Good Witch Luzera" - Lumity read others' bad Azura fanfic by Grace Want to read these fics for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find these fics in our collection on archiveofourown.org And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
The timers counting down until the members of Brooklyn 99 meet their soulmates isn't the only countdown...this is the last regular episode of the season! Amy Santiago missed the moment her timer went off during a hostage situation...will she ever figure out who it is? - 4 Ingredient Moscow Hot Chocolate: 1 oz vanilla vodka, 0.75 oz amaretto liquor, 1 tbsp hot chocolate mix, 4 oz milk (hot) - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: you can't miss it, they said Author: startofamoment And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us at www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Pour yourself a drink and get ready for the ball. This week Grace brings a Regency AU fic for Yuri!!! on Ice. - Spilled Tea: To a cup of tea (Grace used ginger tea) add 1.5 oz bourbon, a dash of orange bitters, a squeeze of orange juice, and then top with a fresh slice of orange. Enjoy while gossiping. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: country dances, country boys Author: seventhstar And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us at www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
This week we process some emotions (and viruses) through a Steven's Universe fic! Lockdown affected everyone, even the characters who can't get sick...like the Gems and Steven. Enjoy these drabbles! - A Blue Lagoon: Into a shaker of ice mix 1.5 oz vodka, 1.5 oz blue curacao, 4 oz lemonade, and a splash of lime juice. Pour into a glass with fresh ice and enjoy! - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Quarantine Author: Hadithi And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search for us, but use our link to find us at www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Don't worry this won't be covered on the final, but this fic is required reading. Grace brings a Great Gatsby fic where Nick misunderstands just what Gatsby's intentions are. - A Great Gatsby Cocktail: Mix together 1 part vodka, 1 part Lillet blanc, and 2 parts grapefruit juice. Pour over ice and enjoy! - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Steak, Cabernet, and the Blindingly Obvious Author: ConvenientAlias And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
In life, there are many great debates, but none so divisive as this one: Pie vs Cake. Pull up a chair and grab a plate, it's time to dive into this Bob's Burger fic. - Pecan Pie Cocktail: Mix together 1 oz vodka, 2 oz Kahlua, and 3 oz pecan creamer. To make the creamer blend 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons nondairy creamer, 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/4 tablespoon vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and enough milk to cover the pecans. Once blended smooth, strain thru cheesecloth and store in an airtight container. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Pie v. Cake Author: Babs0987 And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Celebrate the last couple days of spooky season with a ghost hunt with the teens from the Hexside School of Magic and Demonics. The teens of Owl House are diving into a ghost hunt! - The Green-Haired Ghost: Mix together 2 oz Gin, 0.75 oz Green Chartreuse, 0.25 oz Simple syrup, and 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice. Serve up while telling a ghost story. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: The Peculiar Case of the Hexside Ghost Brigade Author: TurtleSmackr And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
In honor of the spooky season, we are revisiting the horror prompt. This week Claire brings a What We Do In the Shadows fic that gives a peek into the life of the familiars before Guillermo. - Blood of the Familiar: In a shaker filled with ice add 2 oz white rum, 3/4 oz peach schnapps, 3 oz black cherry juice, and 2 teaspoons grenadine. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with black cherries - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Night Night Author: Ruv_duv And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Aliens have kidnapped the sexiest man alive, Bruce Wayne, and Superman is on the case to rescue him! Welcome to the redo "alien abduction" tag and our 100th episode! - The Superfan: Mix together 1.5 oz blueberry vodka, 1 oz blue curacao, and 1oz lemon juice. Carefully pour 1.5 oz cherry liquor on the back of a spoon to layer it on the bottom of the glass. Admire the colors separately, and then add ice and mix the colors together because that's what fanfic is - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: The Panty Fic Author: RedNightDeer and ReplacementRobin And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
This week Claire brings a "love at first sight" fic for her Fast Burn submission. Join Bilbo and the Dwarves of Middle Earth as they try to get themselves out of a tricky spot with a little...fake engagement. - Will You Marry Mead : Mix together 3 parts a Pale Ale of your choice to 1 part Mead in a chilled glass. Enjoy! - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Play Along! Author: Rosa_Cotton And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
What's the most important class at superhero school? Fashion. Edna Mode is on the case to review the work of the students of My Hero Academia. - No Capes! Sour: In a shaker of ice add 2 oz. gin, 1 oz. blackberry lavender syrup, 1/4 oz. lemon juice, and either 1.5 teaspoon of aquafaba or 1/2 egg white. Shake until cold and frothy and strain into a glass with fresh ice. To make blackberry lavender syrup: Mix together 1.5 cups water, 1 cup blackberries, and 1/8 cup lavender. Simmer for about 20 min. Strain and add equal weight sugar. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Edna's Intervention Author: RoseJennison And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Time to warm up your vocal cords, because this week is a song fic! Claire brings a Stranger Things fic where we learn just what song would snap Steve out of Vecna's mind trap. - Vecna Spritzer: Marinate (at least 30 min, up to 4 hrs) 1 lemon and 1 cup strawberries in a pitcher with 12 oz vodka, 3 oz simple syrup, and 3 oz unsweetened cranberry juice. Pour 3 oz of mix into a glass with ice, and top with soda water to taste - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: It's Gonna Take A Superman to Sweep Me Off My Feet Author: Silas_an_Anon And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Messers Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs, purveyors of aids to magical Mischief-Makers are proud to present...a fix-it fic! This week Grace brings a Maurader fic that will rewrite what happened the night He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named showed up at the Potter's cottage. - Dark and Stormy Butter Beer: Mix together 2 oz dark rum, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz butterscotch liquor, and top with ginger beer - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: If I Could Find a Way Author: Zephyrfox And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Welcome to season six baby! Josie is bringing in a hot one with a Kaz Brekker slash Ineg Ghafa fic. It's the Grishaverse!! - Kopstoot: Requires 1.5 oz dutch gin and 1 dutch pilsner. Instructions: Shoot the gin (preferably in a traditional dutch tulip glass so you can slurp the top bit of the gin without using your hands) and immediately chase with a sip of beer - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: a kiss with the tip of a blade Author: sharkette And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Bonus Episode Alert! You've seen the title, you know what you're getting into. So let me take this moment to lift a glass in celebration of 3 years of Fine Pairings. We're glad that you've decided to join us on this weird little corner of the internet. We've laughed, Claire's cried, and we've learned about mixing cocktails and audio levels along the way. It is a delight to share fics from all the wonderful creators online, and we hope that we've shown everyone the true ART that can happen in the fandom space. Here's to the future, SALUTE! Now on to the less mushy stuff. Here are the rules to Grace's After 3 Drinking and Non-Drinking Game: Take a shot of Miller Lite when Tessa gets drunk. Blow the Vuvuzela when a plot line has been resolved. Grace takes a drink when she messes up a character's name. - Flaming Dr. Pepper: Fill a chilled glass halfway with Miller Lite. In a shot glass pour 1 oz. amaretto and float 151 proof rum on top, light the rum on fire and drop the shot into the Miller Lite. Consume with friends who won't laugh that you've spilled beer over yourself and also won't light anything else on fire. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve. You can find this fic on www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Creator: Iwiploppenisse, Source freesound.org "explosion" License: CC BY 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Creator: tommccann, Source: freesound.org; “explosion_01” License: CC0 1.0; https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ Creator: 16FThumaF Source: freesound.org; “Fireworks crackle” License: CC0 1.0; https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ Creator: oniwe, Source: freesound.org; "stones falling in quarry binaural” License: CC BY-NC 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Creator: deleted_user_5405837, Source: freesound.org; “explosion_012” License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Artist on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Troyificus Music: Seraphim, Rise by Troyificus Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9589-seraphim-rise License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Bonus Episode Alert! Sometimes, all I think about is you, Late nights in the middle of June...Josie has brought her latest hyper fixation: Minecraft Youtubers. This week we dive into a GeorgeNotFound X Dream fanfic. - DreamsicleNotFound: To a chilled glass add 1.75 oz vodka, 1 oz triple sec, 4 oz fresh orange juice, 3 oz cream soda, and 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream Jalepeno pickleback - 1.75oz tequila blanco in one shot glass and 1.75 oz jalepeno brine in the other - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Heat Waves Author: tbhyourelame And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Creator: HoliznaCC0 Title: “Something In the Air”, Source: freemusicarchive.org; License: CC0 1.0; https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ Creator: garuda1982 Title: “City Park on hot summer day with people”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Creator: klankbeeld Title(s): “City Park ambiance spring summer zulderpark,” “Summer evening terrace”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Creator: Urupin Source: Title: “City park birds children”, freesound.org; License: CC BY-NC 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Creator: InspectorJ Title: “Air Conditioner, On Off, A”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Creator: NebulousFlynn Title: “Pouring Glass of Wine From Bottle”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Creator: Daniramo5 Title: “ac blowing”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Creator: Mr_Alden Title: “Dinner Table ambience”, Source: freesound.org; License: CC BY-NC 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Excerpt of audio from “2021 Weather in Review: Minnesota Sees a Year of Extremes” by Fox 9 KMSP Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Bonus Episode Alert! With so many bonus episodes, can we really say we're on a break? But that is not the question we are answering today! Today we are reading a fic the internet claims is the origin of the novel "Red, White, and Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston, guess we'll just see about that... And the link to the Reddit thread is here - Tequila Bramble: Into a glass with ice add 1.5 oz gold tequila, 1 oz lemon juice, 1 tsp simple syrup, and 0.5 oz blackberry liquor. Sip with friends as you discuss - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Carry It In Your Heart Author: Robin_pulaski And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" "Parisian" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
Bonus Episode Alert! Indulge yourself with this enemies-to-lovers fic starring Hermione Granger and Draco Malfoy. We're many years past the battle of Hogwarts and Draco has been assigned as Hermione's protection...shenanigans shall ensue. - The Rose & Thorn Thorn - Pour into a shot glass 0.75 oz Green Chartreuse and 0.75 oz scotch. Take your shot like an Auror, before the Rose. Rose - In a shaker of ice add 1 oz gin, 1 oz Lillet Blanc, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz rose simple syrup, and 2 dashes of Peychaud's bitters. Pour into a chilled glass. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being In Love Author: isthisselfcare And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod, Source: Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" "Night On the Docks" License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music Creator: FoolBoyMedia, Source: Free Music Archive “Newsroom Theme” License: CC BY-NC 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/# Music Creator: babuababua, Source: Freesound "Rainy Day - Light Rain" License: CC BY-NC 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Music Creator: Nebulousflynn, Source: Freesound "Pouring Glass of Wine from Bottle" License: CC BY-3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Additional AFX from Freesound.org
And so it has come at last...the last episode of season 5. Indulge yourself in these original fics written by Grace and Claire for our 5 star reviews. - Boulevardier - Stir together 1.25 oz bourbon, 1 oz Campari, 1 oz lillet blanc, a dash of orange bitters, and a dash of sugar to taste. - Want to read these fics for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find these fics in our collection on archiveofourown.org And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Welcome to the first episode of the finale of Season 5! This week we are readying recommendations sent in by listeners, and one very special fic starring Claire and Grace. - Pink Lady: In a shaker with ice shake together 1.5 oz gin, 1 oz lemon juice, 1.5 oz pineapple juice, and 0.5 oz grenadine. - Want to read these fics for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find these fics on archiveofourown.org Title: Courtship Ritual, Author: cupidsbow Title: Roost, Author: almassi Title: Harry's Revenge, Author: Anything123 And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Amnesia and the running joke on Doctor Who (Doctor...who?) go hand in hand. This week Grace brings fic where the Thirteenth Doctor has lost her memories, all except for one....River Song. Join us next week for the first of 2 finale episodes to Season 5! - Aviation - In a shaker of ice combine 2 oz gin, 1/2 oz marachino liquor, 1/4 oz creme de violette, and 3/4 oz lemon juice. Shake well and strain into a glass. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Remember me, though I have to travel far, remember me, Author: Ineffablemurderhusbands And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Would you kiss your crush for $100? Of course you would, that doesn't even make sense. Though maybe if your crush was your childhood friend you wouldn't be sure they felt the same way....This Arthur/Merlin fic is sure to pull the sword out of your heart of stone, bet or no bet. - Sword in the Stone Fruit: To a shaker of ice add 3 oz whiskey, 2 oz lemon juice, 2 oz apricot juice, and 1 tbsp of aquafaba. Shake until chilled and frothy, then pour into a glass with fresh ice. Garnish with apricot. Enjoy! - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: Hundred Quid, Author: supercalvin And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Prepare to be overwhelmed with fluff, this episode is a 5 plus 1 fic. Which means you'll receive 5 proposals from Daishi to Suga (from the manga Haikyuu!!) for the price of one! - Cassis Orange Mai Tai: In a shaker full of ice mix together 1.5 oz white rum, 3/4 oz currant liquor, 3/4 oz orange juice,1/2 oz orgeat. Pour into a glass with fresh ice and float 1/2 oz dark rum on top. - Want to read this fic for yourself? Give this author the kudos they deserve? You can find this fic on archiveofourown.org Title: I Do (Cherish You), Author: gabstar And join us on our Patreon! It's 18+ so you can't search us, but use our link to find us www.patreon.com/finepairingspodcast - Fine Pairings Podcast - A podcast about fanfiction. Where we pair ships with cocktails and reading with comedy. Got fanfic you'd like to share? Email us at FinePairingsPodcast@gmail.com Remember to follow us on Tiktok, Tumblr, and Instagram @Finepairingspodcast and on Twitter @Finepairingspod - Additional Credits Music Creator: Kevin MacLeod Source: Free Music Archive, Incompetech.com "In Your Arms" " License: CC BY 3.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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