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Each week on The Blaze, pals Lizzie and Kat analyze an episode of the seminal teen soap opera Beverly Hills 90210 with a special guest, reminiscing about what makes this show so special all these years later.


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    149 Lizzie & Kat – Love Hurts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 94:17


    Lizzie and Kat continue their journey through Beverly Hills, 90210 season five with another socially-distanced podcast recording, and this one has a lot of complementary video content! Scroll down for more on the visual references discussed in this episode. And at 12pm PT on Tuesday, May 19, don't miss Kat interviewing Elle Fanning about her role as executive producer and star of Hulu's new comedy series The Great, which you can participate in live as part of Women In Film's Laptop Cinema Club—RSVP here. The Flaming Lips' performance at the Peach Pit After Dark, which is deleted from the episode on Hulu and DVD The Flaming Lips-produced album Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (streaming for free) Live reunion of Landry's (Jesse Plemons) band Crucifictorius from Friday Night Lights covering The Flaming Lips' “She Don't Use Jelly” at SXSW Tracy Fraim (Lenny) alongside Sarah Paulson as the hairdresser behind Marcia Clark's iconic ‘do in American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson (video) Libertarian activist, veteran, and alumnus of our alma mater: Adam Kokesh The 1989 École Polytechnique massacre, in which 14 women were killed by a shooter who claimed he was “fighting feminism” The documentary Tower about the 1966 shooting at the University of Texas at Austin Tracy Fraim (Lenny) alongside Mark Wahlberg in Fear: Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    148 Pallavi Yetur & Erin Khar – Alone at the Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 101:47


    This episode was recorded back in September 2019, when Kat was joined on location by our NYC co-host, writer and mental health professional Pallavi Yetur. We were very excited to interview 90210 superfan, author Erin Khar, whose memoir Strung Out: One Last Hit and Other Lies That Nearly Killed Me, debuted recently to great acclaim. Check out her Ravishly advice column “Ask Erin,” and the article that first brought her to our attention: “I Learned Everything About Relationships From Watching Beverly Hills, 90210.” Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    147 Kim Hoffman – Stormy Weather

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 77:40


    We're joined this week by a member of The Blaze family, Kim Hoffman—who's joined us as a guest many times over the years—to discuss the 21st episode of Beverly Hills, 90210's fifth season, “Stormy Weather.” Discussed in this episode: Kim's appearance on a recent episode of Autostraddle's “To L And Back: An L Word Podcast” Kim's article “What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common” The Zoom reunion of the My So-Called Life cast (minus Jared Leto) James C. Victor (“Peter Tucker”)'s interview on the “Reliving My Youth” podcast Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Thanks to Prom Queen for our theme song!

    146 Ethan Harper – You Gotta Have Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 76:57


    And we're back to our episode-by-episode dissection of season five of Beverly Hills, 90210! This week, Kat's joined by illustrator Ethan Harper, a pop culture savant with a special affinity for Twin Peaks. Join the pair as they dive into a series of Valentine's Day misadventures for the gang at Cal U, as the Peach Pit After Dark hosts a telethon for pediatric heart health, Ray is tempted to cheat on Donna with Val, and Kelly's sucked further into the grasp of Professor Finley and the New Evolution. Discussed in this episode: MTV's short-lived Clone High (watch the entire series on YouTube) Craft service professional-turned-actor Jeanne Chinn's autobiography The 1987 cartoon Beverly Hills Teens The first season of Bee and PuppyCat Joe E. Tata's caricature saga Paula Abdul's “Opposites Attract” music video, featuring MC Skat Kat Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Thanks to Prom Queen for our theme song!

    Lizzie & Kat Social Distance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 53:13


    We're back for a topical check-in before resuming our regularly-scheduled episodes as we recap the rest of Beverly Hills, 90210 season five! The world has entered into the confusing new reality of a global pandemic, and we're catching up from our respective homes as we hypothesize about how the original series might have tackled a very special topic such as Coronavirus, and what it would mean for our favorite characters. Then, we run through the latest updates from the 90210 cast members as they're adjusting to life in quarantine. We're excited to bring you some levity in this strange time, and want to be clear that a bit of tabloid gossip and joking doesn't detract from the seriousness of this situation. We're incredibly grateful to our listeners who work at medical facilities, grocery stores, in food delivery or public transit, first responders, and all who are keeping society running at a risky time. We'll continue to follow all of the recommended best practices for containing the spread of this virus, and urge our listeners to do the same! Discussed in this episode: Friend-Of-The-Show Mickey Keating's dispatch from the live premiere of Corey Feldman's documentary exposé The Rape of Two Coreys Ian Ziering's #motoquest The latest episode of the With Brian Austin Green podcast, and BAG & Megan Fox's outing as covered by the Daily Mail Gabrielle Carteris' statement as President of SAG-AFTRA Jennie Garth's lovely words on Instagram Jason Priestley accepting the challenge set out by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for famous Canadians to encourage their fans to help #flattenthecurve Shannen Doherty's serious words as an immunocompromised individual Tori Spelling's troubles finding enough toilet paper for seven butts, and her defense of her daughter's costume/character of “McQuisha”

    Lizzie & Kat Celebrate Dads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 122:31


    We're checking in with an update since we announced our brief mid-season hiatus a few weeks back. Kat's dad passed away, and she has been so touched by everyone's messages of support and sympathy. Lizzie and Kat take the opportunity to share some memories of Phil's support of the podcast and related 90210 concerns (mostly Ian Ziering), read his “IMDb bio,” and thank our listeners for the patience until new episodes of the podcast are back. We also bring you some updates from “90210 in the news,” and re-run our interview with one of the series' most iconic dads, Matthew Laurance! In memory of Kat's dad, her family welcomes donations to the Malala Fund. Discussed in this episode are Kat's reviews of the Best Picture Oscar nominees (addendum), and:   Text from Kat's dad...

    145 Cullen Callaghan – Little Monsters (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 78:21


    This episode is double the fun, so we had to break it up into two parts! Last week we dropped the first half of our conversation with Cullen Callaghan of the Gleeboot podcast, which focuses on teen soaps, the Luke Perry memorial episode of Riverdale, and Glee. This week we work through the season five Beverly Hills, 90210 episode “Little Monsters.” Discussed on this episode: Gerald McCullouch's Twitter bio, Cullen's alter-ego Ya Boi Ryan, Cory Monteith's final tweets, and this baffling screengrab: Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Thanks to Prom Queen for our theme song!

    144 Cullen Callaghan – Little Monsters (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 64:11


    This episode is double the fun, so we had to break it up into two parts! This week, listen to the first half of our conversation with Cullen Callaghan of the Gleeboot podcast. We dive deep into teen soaps, the Luke Perry memorial episode of Riverdale, conspiracy theories, musicals, and 90210's parallels to Glee (thanks to Wilde Rebellion on Tumblr). Part II is where we examine the season five episode of Beverly Hills, 90210, “Little Monsters.” That part will drop next week, unless you support the show on Patreon at the “Les Wildcats” level or above, where you can listen to it right away! Discussed on this episode: the time Kat provided the improv prompt for a "Quick & Funny Musicals" take on Into the Woods at UCB, a relevant tweet or two combining Glee and Lizzo. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Thanks to Prom Queen for our theme song!

    143 Pallavi Yetur & Shelly Myers – Hazardous to Your Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 85:16


    Kat and East Coast co-host Pallavi Yetur were joined by Patreon supporter Shelly Myers and her husband Loggins to break down Beverly Hills, 90210 season 5, episode 18 “Hazardous to Your Health.” Sadly, their cat Brandon Walsh (“In temperament, he's really more of a Steve Sanders.”) couldn't be there. While Val and Dylan have a Mexican caper, Kelly and Brandon's future is in the balance (depending on whether or not Professor Finley can be tenured). Discussed in this episode: hacking on-screen in the “Dilemma” music video, Swordfish, and NCIS. Click here to listen to Pallavi's previous episodes of The Blaze! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    142 Pallavi Yetur & Jarod Hector – Sweating It Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 118:14


    Live, from New York (kinda)! While in NYC, Kat was joined by East Coast co-host Pallavi Yetur and guest Jarod Hector to discuss season five, episode 17 of Beverly Hills, 90210, “Sweating It Out.” Between manual labor and a spiritual sweat session on an Indian reservation, and a full weekend seminar with The New Evolution, this episode has it all. Discussed in this show: Pallavi's article about Brendan Fraser and The Mummy, the podcast “This Land,” and tragedy at James Arthur Ray's sweat lodge retreat. Listen to Pallavi and Jarod's previous episodes of The Blaze! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    141 – The "With Brian Austin Green" Live Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 47:46


    This past weekend was a medley of Beverly Hills, 90210 friends and fandom! We were proud to be guests of the “With Brian Austin Green” live show fundraiser for Generosity.org, which included a podcast recording with cast members from the series at Torrance High School (the scene of the original West Beverly Hills High School), and a live performance by Color Me Badd. We also got to attend a VIP dinner and U4EA after-party the night before the show, and a lunch at the Peach Pit pop-up with our squad! Visit https://90210blaze.com/episodes/141-the-with-brian-austin-green-live-show for just some of our favorite photos from throughout the weekend. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    140 Kim Hoffman & Stephanie Hamper – Sentenced to Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 131:24


    Kat's joined this week by guest co-host Kim Hoffman, and #1 fan of “the Dylan show,” Stephanie Hamper. Stephanie supports the podcast on Patreon—the subscription being a Valentine's Day gift from her husband; swoon—and identifies as a Cindy. Stay tuned after the outro if you want to hear about toothbrush pyramid schemes from a dental professional. In addition to being passionate about Mel Silver's representation as Beverly Hills, 90210's resident oral surgeon, Stephanie is a mom who wants to spread the word about pediatric stroke. Learn more, and consider making a donation to support the Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association, in honor of Stephanie's daughter Sarah. Also discussed in this episode, the infamous VMA pairing of Milton Berle and RuPaul. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    139 Pam Myers & Joanna Wilson – Christmas Comes This Time Each Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 71:13


    Kat's joined this week by Pam Myers, whom she and Lizzie first met at a concert featuring performances by Color Me Badd and Kid ‘n Play. She previously appeared on The Blaze for the Beverly Hills, 90210 season four episode “The Time Has Come Today,” and last week's BH90210 Patreon exclusive recap episode. They're interviewing Joanna Wilson, the world's—or, at least, the internet's—foremost expert on Christmas episodes of television series, whose works on the subject include the “Christmas TV History” podcast and blog, and a number of encyclopedic books. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    138 Julia Cunningham – Injustice for All

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 101:13


    We're reeling from the rave-turned-lesbian-house-fire, and so are Kelly and Steve. Luckily, we're joined again by Julia Cunningham, morning DJ on SiriusXMU, and soon-to-be-cohost of the new entertainment interview series The Jess Cagle Show. Charitable organizations discussed on this episode: Kids in Need of Defense, RAICES. Listen to Julia's previous episode, season three's “Back in the High Life Again.” Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    137 – BH90210 episode 1: The Reunion

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 41:20


    Well… it happened! Steve Sanders Management has spent the past two decades working to get a reboot or reunion of Beverly Hills 90210 on the air, and a miniseries starring the original cast playing fictionalized versions of themselves has finally premiered. We live-tweeted the premiere episode of BH90210, and were joined for immediate reactions afterwards by Santina Muha, Kim Hoffman, and Mickey Keating. Be sure to keep up with our live tweets of the West Coast airings of the rest of the series for the next five weeks, 9pm Pacific Time on Fox! Podcast recaps for the episodes will be available for Patreon supporters at the “Les Wildcats” level and above! And if you want to share your reactions or viewing experiences, please send them to us! Our journey through season five of the original series will resume on Monday with the episode “Injustice for All” providing a continuation from the cliffhanger of the previous episode's lesbian house fire! Listen to Santina, Kim, and Mickey's previous appearances on the podcast. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    'BH90210' Reboot Minisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 3:17


    We can hardly believe that it's finally here... this Wednesday, August 7—29 years after the premiere of Beverly Hills, 90210, and 19 years after its conclusion—the miniseries reboot, BH90210, will premiere on Fox. We'll be live-tweeting the West Coast premiere at @90210blaze, and releasing our next full-length episode the next day, covering the reboot premiere with some ~friends of the show.~ Recaps of the further episodes of the reboot will be found on our Patreon, and our journey through season 5 of the original series will resume next week!

    136 Mickey Keating – Up in Flames

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 90:47


    Joining us for the original Fyre Fest—the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where Steve Sanders Management set a rave party ablaze—is the multi-talented Mickey Keating! Mickey is a full-time contributor to Instinct Magazine, and his debut short horror film Daddy's Girl is available to watch online at Crypt TV. More importantly, he's a burgeoning game show and talk show prodigy, and you can watch his appearances on Joker's Wild with Snoop Dogg, and The Wendy Williams Show. His book Paused is available on Amazon. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    135 Leeni Ramadan & Kim Hoffman – Rock of Ages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 96:27


    Kat is joined this week by Blaze family members Kim Hoffman and Leeni Ramadan to scalp tickets to the Rolling Stones show at the Rose Bowl and start an online flame war. This episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 was originally titled “That Voodoo That You Do,” and is not available for streaming on Hulu—so you'll have to watch it on DVD! Listen to Kim and Leeni's previous appearances on the podcast. Discussed in this episode: Lenny Kravitz's piercer Elayne Angel reminisces about their friendship (NSFW) Lindy West's confrontation of one of her internet trolls Why punctuation has become passive-aggressive The IMDb profile photos discussed in this episode, Mark Damon Espinoza and Wesley Allen Gullick:   Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    134 Ebony Adams – Hate Is Just a Four-Letter Word

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 104:06


    Lizzie and Kat are joined by author, artist, activist, and (former) academic Ebony Adams. She hosts the Feminist Frequency Radio podcast, whose motto is, “Be critical of the media you love,” and coauthored History vs. Women: The Defiant Lives that They Don't Want You to Know with media critic Anita Sarkeesian. Together we analyze the racially-charged episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 that tackles a controversial, anti-semitic speaker invited to California University, putting the Black Student Union at odds with the Maccabee Center (and Andrea)—with Brandon stuck in the middle. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    133 Andy Kamenetzky – The Dreams of Dylan McKay

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 104:42


    We are thrilled to discuss this unforgettable episode with Andy Kamenetzky, who originally joined us for the season two episode, “A Competitive Edge.” Andy is a sports reporter for ESPNLA 710, and he and his brother Brian together host the Kamenetzky Podcast. So, that makes him the perfect guest to analyze the gameplay in the KEΓ House flag football tournament at California University—just kidding, the trippy journey through Dylan's psyche has always made this Andy's favorite episode of the series. Discussed on this episode: The Space Jam website “90210 What Becomes A Legend Most?” by David Browne for Entertainment Weekly, September 1994 The opioid receptor antagonist Naloxone (brand name: Narcan) was approved for opioid abuse treatment in 1971 by the FDA with opioid abuse kits being distributed by many states to medically untrained people beginning in 1996. If you or someone you know are battling opioid addiction, resources can be found at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) website. For information about opioid overdose, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website. “Luke Perry's Startling Vulnerability in the ‘Beverly Hills, 90210' Episode ‘The Dreams of Dylan McKay'” by Dan Piepenbring for The New Yorker, March 2019 To learn more about Piepenbring's description of this episode as a “Boschian hellscape,” read: “How Hieronymous Bosch's Hell Lives on Today” by Nathan Dunne for The Atlantic, April 2016 Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    132 Our Friend Anna – Intervention

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 110:42


    We're very grateful that Kat is joined this week by our friend Anna to discuss the season five episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 in which Dylan's substance abuse is confronted with a staged intervention and catastrophic consequences. This episode features a frank discussion about mental health, addiction, and chemical dependency, and may be difficult for some listeners. The examples discussed in this interview are solely representative of the individuals speaking, and should not be generalized to apply to the vast diversity of lived experiences. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, a resource for local support groups can be found at tinyurl.com/90210help. Discussed in this episode: “Mackenzie Phillips,” People (1994); Breathe Life Healing Centers Substance Use and Abuse: Cultural and Historical Perspectives, Russil Durrant, Jo Thakker (2003) Alcoholics Anonymous a.k.a. “The Big Book” (4th edition, 2003) Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot and One Day at a Time—both featuring friend of the podcast Santina Muha! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    "Intervention" minisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 4:38


    Scheduling issues are postponing our full length episode about Beverly Hills, 90210 S05E09, “Intervention,” so for now, enjoy a few tidbits about the episode preview, synopsis, guest stars, and recommended viewing. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    131 Amy Salvini Swanson & Beth Salvini – Things That Go Bang in the Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 109:10


    It's so exciting for us to finally be joined by Beth and Amy, the sisters behind longtime supporter of the podcast, Greenwich Letterpress! It's such a delight to discuss the Halloween episode of Beverly Hills 90210 season five with them. Discussed on this episode: the Día de los Muertos movie Coco, the podcast Running From Cops, and Courtney Stodden's sexy pumpkin patch photoshoot, about which the Daily Mail notes, “The pair were eventually asked to leave the patch by security after they received several complaints from members of the public who found Courtney's attire offensive and her behaviour of a sexual nature.” This episode is brought to you by The Cocoa Fondue Show. Watch the short before June 24 to help it win the Amazon Studios All Voices Film Festival! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    130 Kim Hoffman & Leeni Ramadan – Who's Zoomin' Who?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 121:13


    On this week's episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat (and Friends), Kat is joined by Kim Hoffman and Leeni Ramadan to discuss season five, episode seven of Beverly Hills 90210, “Who's Zoomin' Who?” Listen to Kim's previous episode, “Wild Horses,” and Leeni's previous episodes “Misery Loves Company” and “Under the Influence.” Read Kim's essay: What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common. And subscribe to Leeni's podcast, “The Snax of Life”! Click here if you need your own Donna Martin “Babie” shirt… For resources about breast cancer education, detection, and more, click here. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    129 Carl Myers & Lance T. Lawrence – Homecoming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 104:28


    This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat (and Friends), Kat is joined by Carl Myers and Lance T. Lawrence to discuss Beverly Hills 90210 season five, episode six, “Homecoming.” We also enjoy a special message from Florence Ion! Listen to Lance's previous appearance on the podcast, KXCU Presents: Heartbreaker, and Florence's previous episode, Emily (a.k.a. The Pink Pearl). For information about California condors, click here. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    Rewind: Memorial Day Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 48:39


    Instead of a new episode today, we're re-releasing our 2016 Memorial Day special episode featuring Beverly Hills, 90210 cast alumni Douglas Emerson and David Sherrill. We'll be back next Monday with season 5, episode 6, "Homecoming." To donate to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, please visit http://specialops.org. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    128 Santina Muha – Rave On

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 98:01


    This week, we're joined for an iconic season 5 episode by our good friend Santina Muha. Listen to Santina's previous appearances on The Blaze: “Stand (Up) and Deliver,” “Leading from the Heart,” “Something in the Air” (live read), and “Remembering Luke Perry” (clip show). Discussed in this episode: Santina's short film Take It Back, the 90210 eyeshadow palette (sold out

    127 Lizzie & Kat – Life After Death

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2019 96:33


    We're flying solo this week to take a serious look at the constitutional crisis following Brandon's ascension to claim his birthright as the sophomore President of the California University Student Body, after the “shocking” death of his running mate Josh Richland. Well, you know what they say: when you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. This episode of The Blaze podcast features appearances by special guests Lucy Q. and Rick Dees! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    126 John Biersmith - A Clean Slate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 84:29


    This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast, we're joined once again by our friend John Biersmith. Listen to his previous appearance on the show in the season four episode “The Girl from New York City.” Want to be a guest on The Blaze? Find out how by supporting the show on Patreon! Want to see some Shen Yun memes? Of course you do! Dylan's awkwardly signed (with rather feminine handwriting) glamour shot… …and John's equally awkward and INCREDIBLE signed portrait for us! Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    125 Leeni Ramadan & Pallavi M. Yetur - Under the Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2019 82:51


    This week, Kat is joined by guest co-hosts Leeni Ramadan and Pallavi M. Yetur. You can hear Leeni and Pallavi's previous guest appearances on the podcast: “Misery Loves Company” and “Highwire,” respectively. Listen to Leeni's podcast The Snax of Life and check out her music under the moniker Prom Queen. Follow Pallavi on Twitter. Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    124 Lizzie & Kat – What I Did on My Summer Vacation and Other Stories.mp3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 149:22


    Well, we took an extra-long hiatus, so we're back with an extra-extra-long season premiere episode. No guest this week as we took our time to ease in to season five of Beverly Hills, 90210. This episode was recorded over two sessions, both of which were before the passing of Luke Perry, in case you're wondering why it's not discussed. If you missed it, you can listen to our memorial episode here. We cover a lot of territory in this episode; if you're interested in skipping ahead to our discussion of S05E01, “What I Did on My Summer Vacation and Other Stories,” that part starts at about minute 70! Articles discussed: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2015/07/greatest-tv-year-1994 https://www.vulture.com/2014/08/1994-95-week-opening-essay-ratings-graphic.html Our episode with Go Bayside! host April Richardson: https://www.90210blaze.com/episodes/071-april-richardson-rebel-with-a-cause Support the show on Patreon or by shopping through our Amazon link Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    123 Remembering Luke Perry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 25:45


    In an effort to memorialize our lifelong teen idol Luke Perry after his untimely death last month, we've compiled some of our favorite memories of Luke, and of Dylan McKay, shared on past episodes of the podcast. Listen to clips from the original series and anecdotes from Beverly Hills 90210 fans, cast, and crew. 00:54 — Beverly Hills 90210 Executive Producer Charles Rosin 01:39 — Excerpt from Rolling Stone cover story by Jay Martel; full episode 03:10 — Santina Muha; “Stand (Up) and Deliver” 03:40 — Sasha Perl-Raver; “Spring Dance” 04:20 — Sharon Spaeth; “Things to Do on a Rainy Day” 05:12 — Benjamin; “U4EA” live show 05:44 — Natalie London; “Mexican Standoff” 09:41 — Kim Hoffman; “Wild Horses” 13:24 — Karen Tongson; “Greek to Me” 15:23 — Carol Potter, a.k.a. Cindy Walsh; “A Walsh Family Christmas” 17:08 — Beverly Hills 90210 Writer Karen Rosin; “Isn't it Romantic?” 20:35 — Dylan McKay clip retrospective Visit our new website | Support the show on Patreon | Rate & review us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify | Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    Season Five is Coming Soon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 3:14


    The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast is coming back soon for season five! Can't wait for the first new episode after the hiatus? This week, Patreon supporters at all levels will receive a seriously-supersized preview clip. Supporters at the $5-and-up levels will also receive a bonus "Chuck's Corner," where Beverly Hills, 90210 Executive Producer Charles Rosin shares some memories of the time leading up to what would be his final season of the series. Sign up now at patreon.com/90210blaze. And be sure to bookmark our new website: 90210blaze.com! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

    122 Charles Rosin - Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2017 159:31


    Join us for an XXL podcast episode discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 fourth season finale, “Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington,” parts 1 and 2. We're joined by the executive producer of 90210, Charles Rosin, for an in-depth Chuck's Corner looking back at Shannen Doherty's last season as Brenda Walsh on the series. Keep up-to-date with us by subscribing to “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app, and following us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also follow Kat on Twitter! Discussed in this episode: we recommend the Truu Stowray podcast, and it's not too soon to get your tickets to see Babyface and Boyz II Men at the LA County Fair!  Many thanks to Prom Queen who made our theme song, Greenwich Letterpress for sponsoring the show, and to all of you for listening!

    121 Jarod Hector - Vital Signs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2017 135:15


    This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie & Kat” Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast, we're joined by multimedia sports and entertainment journalist Jarod Hector. Jarod writes reviews, recaps, and interviews for Black Sports Online & BSO Entertainment, and describes himself as obsessed with men's fashion and (most importantly) 90210.

    Lizzie & Kat minisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2017 20:21


    We're working to bring you the best podcast episodes as we approach the end of season four of Beverly Hills, 90210, which unfortunately means our recording schedule has been a little unpredictable. So this week we're bringing you a fun update on one of this season's most memorable guest actors, as well as some news about where you can see 90210 stars and friends of the Blaze on TV this summer!

    120 Jen Grisanti - Truth and Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2017 90:08


    This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we spoke with Jen Grisanti, an acclaimed script and career consultant, writing instructor, blogger, and the author of three books: Story Line: Finding Gold in Your Life Story, TV Writing Tool Kit: How to Write a Script That Sells, and Change Your Story, Change Your Life. Jen began her career as an assistant to none other than the Mister, Aaron Spelling himself, who served as her mentor for 12 years. She quickly climbed the ranks and eventually ran Current Programs at Spelling Television Inc., covering all of Spelling's shows including Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, and Charmed. Discussed in this episode: Actor David Youse's one-man short film, The Callback. Also, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7 at (800) 273-8255.

    119 Jessica Aceti & Brian Kirk - Acting Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2017 115:26


    Stars of the #1 Ugly Christmas Sweater meme of 2008, Jessica Aceti and Brian Kirk join us on the podcast this week, all the way from Seattle. Brian and Jess are game designers, and Jess is also the co-founder of Cap-Sac, the original fannypack for your head! You can even get your very own Blaze Cap-Sac from our merch site. Discussed in this episode: this clip from actor Jason Majik's demo reel featuring “SEGA CD Interactive for INXS: Design Your Own Video.”

    118 Gil Hizon - Divas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2017 130:10


    “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast is joined this week by screenwriter, Beverly Hills, 9210 [sic] fan, and thrower of astrological shade, Gil Hizon. We first heard about Gil Hizon when our previous guest Denise Hewett announced that his script Finding James had recently been optioned; you can read the screenplay on Scriptd. Gil will be teaching a workshop at Script Anatomy in L.A. on June 17, “The Business of TV Writing for the Emerging TV Writer.”

    117 Our friend Eliza - Blind Spot

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2017 93:20


    This week we're joined by one of Kat's oldest friends, who regrettably is brand new to Beverly Hills, 90210. But, with a Master's degree in psychology and a lifetime of experience as a person who is blind, she offers some excellent insight into this episode. Donna is threatened as David develops an attraction to his piano tutor Holly, while Steve threatens the KEG President by outing him to the rest of the fraternity.

    116 Our friend Pam - The Time Has Come Today

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2017 141:05


    TV fanatic Pam, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, joins us for the grooviest episode ever of Beverly Hills, 90210. We first met Pam in person when she let us sneak closer to the stage to sit with her at an “I Love the ‘90s” throwback concert featuring Color Me Badd, Kid ‘n Play, Tone Loc, and Vanilla Ice - so you know she's a kindred spirit. Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the winners of our “David Silver's Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

    Bonus Episode: Will Robelo - RuPaul's Drag Race (”9021-HO”)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2017 68:58


    Shantay! Tori Spelling and Jennie Garth guest-judged the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, and the queens had to compete in an acting challenge that paid homage to Beverly Hills, 90210. Longtime friend, early guest on the podcast, and drag enthusiast Will Robelo joins us to discuss our journeys with the art of drag and to recap this incredible night of television. You can purchase the RPDR episode on Amazon Prime, watch the Untucked follow-up on YouTube, and hear Jennie and Tori on RuPaul and Michelle Visage's podcast “What's the Tee?”

    115 Jay Larson - Cuffs and Links

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2017 97:49


    Comedian, writer, actor appearing on the upcoming season of Twin Peaks, and host of The CrabFeast Podcast, Jay Larson is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! We talk about our Beverly Hills, 90210 journeys, the Santa Ana winds, and how to cheat at golf. Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the first of two winners of our “David Silver's Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

    115 Megan Rooney - A Pig is a Boy is a Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2017 105:30


    Joining us all the way from Chicago is Megan Rooney, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles. Since Megan is on the Board of Directors for the Animal Care League, she's the perfect guest to talk about Brenda and Donna's involvement in animal rights activism. You can read The Baltimore Sun's epic review of Beverly Hills, 90210′s 100th's episode online.

    113 Denise Hewett - Change Partners

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2017 90:26


    This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we're joined by Denise Hewett, the founder and CEO of Scriptd, a comprehensive database of original scripts that promotes transparency and visibility within the entertainment industry. We're discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where “Power Feminist” Lucinda seeks independent financing for her documentary from none other than Dylan McKay.

    112 James Cullen Bressack - Addicted to Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2017 70:39


    “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast took a trip to the premiere of Shannen Doherty's latest film Bethany, and we got to interview its writer-director James Cullen Bressack. We pair our review of the film, and interview with Bressack, with our analysis of the Beverly Hills, 90210 season four episode “Addicted to Love.” Bethany also stars Tom Green and Stefanie Estes, and is playing in select theaters, as well as available on VOD on Amazon and iTunes.

    111 Dan Curry - Scared Very Straight

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2017 105:16


    Dan Curry is more than just the husband of last week's podcast guest Margot Leitman, he's also the head writer for The Eric Andre Show, and the author of the novel Kung Fu Lesbian. Dan has a lot to say about his own Beverly Hills, 90210 journey, and we all learn a lot about drug busts discussing this episode. Stay tuned for Dan's upcoming science & comedy podcast “Science in Exile!” The deadline to submit your entry for our “Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest is Friday, April 7.

    110 Margot Leitman - The Labors of Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2017 102:14


    Writer, award-winning storyteller, and podcaster Margot Leitman joins our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast this week as David deals with his drug addiction and Andrea deals with morning sickness. Margot is the author of Gawky: Tales of an Extra Long Awkward Phase, and Long Story Short: The Only Storytelling Guide You'll Ever Need. Along with former guest of “The Blaze” H. Alan Scott, Margot hosts Talking Crime, a not-so-serious true crime response podcast. You can read the Los Angeles Times op-eds referenced in this episode here: “On the Dumping of a 90210 Role Model;” Charles Rosin's response; Gabrielle Carteris' response; and the response to her response. We're also pleased to bring you updates on Peach Pit Willie, Jose Angel Santana, the Big Oaks Lodge, and a double-scoop of Chuck's Corner!

    109 KXCU Presents: "Heartbreaker"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2017 81:45


    It's 2am, Condors, and DJ David Silver can't be in the studio tonight, so your gals Lizzie and Kat are stepping in to cover his graveyard radio shift. Calls come in from listeners April in Los Angeles, Lance in Montreal, Pallavi in New York, and Jess in Australia. This episode is an experiment into the electronic grid, so it's a good thing we love to party!

    108 Our friend April - Thicker Than Water

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2017 113:21


    There's trouble in paradise, as David's addiction is threatening baby Erin's safety, Dylan's little sister Erica is growing up, and Andrea receives some startling test results. Our friend April joins us for this episode of our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast and offers a law professional's opinion on the gang's shenanigans and various custody arrangements. You can listen to David Silver's depressed playlist on Spotify at tinyurl.com/DJGrimReaper

    107 Amy Jacobowitz - Crunch Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2017 124:04


    Writer and fellow Law & Order: SVU obsessive Amy Jacobowitz is the guest on this week's episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, and we're almost as stressed as David Silver during finals. Almost. You can watch Modern/Love, the short film Amy wrote (directed by Lee Toland Krieger, and starring Robert Schwartzman and Naomi Scott) on YouTube.

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