The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

The lady nerds say so long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, goodbye.

The lady nerds make an unexpected announcement and want to hear from you.

In which we fall in and out of love, put all our feelings out there, and wish we had a little more Bronte in our Austen. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility plus the 1995 adaptation.

Kat cannot dodge an upcoming sequel, Gricel does not forget Margaret, and Bee likes the way our next protagonist thinks. The lady nerds remain in the rabbit hole, continue an annual bluestocking tradition, and prepare for our cozy next pick.

In which we do not believe in the power of love, discuss Trinity Syndrome, and face our doom stoically. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the The Matrix Trilogy.

Kat locates more haunted houses to love, Gricel is too scared to sleep, and Bee teaches us kung fu. The lady nerds trade Sarah Waters favorites, look forward to more spooky stories, and follow the white rabbit.  

In which we break down the horrors of solitude, learn that ghosts will improve most stories, and, as always, expect more murder. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book The Haunting of Hill House.

Gricel laments the lack of time, Bee begrudgingly is amazed by a long-awaited trailer, and Kat invites us to a mysterious mansion for a cup of stars. The lady nerds continue discussing Ireland, resurrect the Matrix, and cannot escape Stephen King.

In which we fangirl over a truly cracker friendship, empathize with a genuinely patient partner, and weigh the merits of Derry's Hot Priest. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV show Derry Girls.

Find yourself a shady spot and grab a beverage as the Bluestockings share the works that make them smile and bring happiness to their days.

Gricel does her homework, Bee suffers through a sequel, and Kat experiences the power of uplifting stories. The lady nerds further discuss the Princess Diaries movies, provide extra Recs, and continue their high school nostalgia across the pond.

In which we fail to do the homework, impart a heartfelt lesson on friendship and the sunk cost fallacy, and are annoyed by senseless adaptational changes. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie The Princess Diaries.

Kat amps up for a summer of love, Gricel is won over by coffee, and Bee preps us for a princess tale. The lady nerds unearth a forgotten 90s gem, continue to be charmed by Brendan Fraser, and give a millennial classic the royal treatment.

In which we revel in the combined hotness of the cast, give props to strong female leads while also wishing for stronger female supporting characters, and unanimously agree on the high enjoyment levels of the movie. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1999 film The Mummy.    

Gricel takes a chance on Eternal, Bee is given the Sailor Scout treatment, and Kat readies us for a summer of epic fun. The lady nerds reflect on Sailor Moon, consider the cultural phenomenon of The Mummy gifs, and look forward to a late 90s classic.

In which we recall the dark days of fandom rarity, gush over magical "hairography," and share the Sailor Scout dreams of our heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1995 anime series Sailor Moon.

Bee is holding out for a hero, Kat reminisces about men in tights, and Gricel is a meatball-head loving trash human. The lady nerds are astounded by the love for Shrek, fail to grasp the concept of time, and uncover the secrets of the Moon Kingdom.

In which we reminisce about kids' meal toys, fail to learn the moral of the story, and discover this tale about an ogre was created for young ladies of quality. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the movies Shrek and Shrek 2.

Gricel watches more Freaks and Geeks, Bee discovers some pop culture gaps, and Kat has little memory of movies from the early 2000s. The lady nerds learn of a murder, are schooled in early 2000s media, and take a trip Far Far Away.

In which we reminisce about our high school days, find little to rant about, and discover one more thing that Venns! All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1999 TV series Freaks and Geeks.

Bee shares an original viewer's Star Wars memory, Kat recounts a rediscovered fave, and Gricel gushes about the sans pants lifestyle. The lady nerds share the small changes that made quarantine bearable, sing the praises of closet storage, and are total newbs.

In which we establish the anti-Han Solo club of two, are fascinated by behind-the-scenes trivia, and keep breaking one fangirl's heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.

Kat is delighted by new fans of 9 to 5, Bee shares a most appropriate Reading Rec, and Gricel spots Howell in Wales. The lady nerds shake their fists at Henry Ford, discuss what makes for good quarantimes watching, and are impressed by what you can learn just through cultural osmosis.

In which we fawn over female friendships, lament the lack of changes in the workplace, and wonder why Hollywood still hasn't learned from its past successes. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the film 9 to 5.

Curl up with your fuzziest socks and beverage of choice as the Bluestockings share the works that bring them comfort and joy during the best of times and the worst of times.

Gricel opines the new Emma movie should have been more murdery, Kat shares some fashionable recommendations, and Bee proclaims the savior of humanity. The lady nerds discuss the new Emma adaptation, appreciate the accuracy of Regency ringlets, and tamp down murdery expectations for our next work.

In which we find much to love, agree on matters of fashion, and disagree on matters of the heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Emma and the film Clueless.

Kat serves as the unofficial Official Stephen King Ambassador, Bee is the real-life Lisa Simpson, and Gricel issues an overdue apology. The lady nerds share fan and former guest feedback, provide enchanting bonus content, and get ready for some unsolicited matchmaking.

In which we are flabbergasted by a fairytale retelling, discover an unexpected offscreen romance, and don't even know who we are anymore. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie Ella Enchanted.

Gricel reveals a heart-exploding link between our last episode and a recommended author, Bee's expectations are exceeded, and Kat is dragged kicking and screaming back into the 10th Kingdom. The lady nerds discuss fairytale retellings, speculate about potential princesses who may or may not be enchanted, and share a surprising confession about an old problematic fave.

In which we may or may not have incriminated ourselves, rejoice over an Anne of Green Gables connection, and are troubled by the stereotypical male author. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie Misery.

Gricel reveals a horrifying fact about her bookshelves, Kat brings forward another suggestion for the Venn Diagram, and Bee finds a new charming series. The lady nerds discuss their recent reading habits, organize their books, and dive into the dark and disturbing areas of their past.

In which we discover a shared love of music boxes, admire the many talents of a young Jodie Foster, and find a work that “Venn diagrams” in all the right places. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the classic Disney movie Candleshoe.

Bee resorts to trickery, Kat is traumatized by Paper Mario, and Gricel is a tiny bit hopeful she found something for our Venn diagram. The lady nerds celebrate their third anniversary, discuss the perfect ending of Gravity Falls, and embrace orphancore.

In which we collectively sigh about boy-crazy phases, confess a childhood dream to become a paranormal investigator, and neglect to warn you this episode may be a fun hazard. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Gravity Falls.

Kat is still finding joy in Stoneybrook, Gricel holds back on ranting, and Bee reminisces about the averted 2012 apocalypse. The lady nerds continue embracing nostalgia, share enthusiasm for modern book adaptations, and will watch anything described as Simpsons-meets-Twin Peaks.

In which we reveal our BSC signs, wax nostalgic about book buying in the 90s, and debate the merits of updating classics. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss The Baby-Sitters Club.

Bee gives a small updated recommendation, Kat shares a Star Trek connection, and the cockles of Gricel's heart are warmed. The lady nerds continue their journey through pop culture comforts, decide all nice guy tropes should be left in the 90s, and say hello to their new friends.

In which we welcome a newbie to the fold, crown a lady nerd fashion icon, and fall in love with the nostalgia of a (nearly) perfect 90s favorite. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Gricel teases a possible future episode, Bee discovers the pleasures of audiobooks, and Kat lowers her expectations, much to her delight. The lady nerds share a collective squee, discuss the results of the book vs. movie debate, and stake their claim on a major fandom.

In which we begrudgingly appreciate an inconceivably convincing metafictional frame, discuss whether the movie is sometimes better than the book after all, and wound one of our own so deeply she is mostly dead by the end of the episode. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and film The Princess Bride.

Kat longs for the magical doors of Howl's Moving Castle, Bee reaches for some pop culture comfort food, and Gricel returns! The lady nerds share feedback about Hairspray, discuss being kooky old ladies, and prepare for their battle of wits.

In which we wonder about what exactly they sell at the joke shop, long for the fashions of the 60s, and discover some timely social distancing dance moves. All this and more as we discuss the 1988 movie Hairspray.

Gricel crawls out of her hobbit hole, Bee recruits yet another member into the Pushing Daisies cult, and Kat announces it's Madison Time. The lady nerds share some Secret Garden feedback, discuss previous recommendations, and dance in joy over their next pick.

In which we discuss how children's literature has the power to shape our entire lives, rhapsodize about the romantic yet melancholic beauty of the moors, and wonder why west wings are forbidden. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and 1993 film The Secret Garden. 

Kat explores the next, next generation and Bee finally finds her Austen hero. The lady nerds catch up and hear someone crying (or is it just the wind?).

In which we reveal our holodeck programs, do some feminist fawning, and wonder if Riker has been from the mirror universe this whole time. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Star Trek: The Next Generation.

The lady nerds look back on the works they discussed in 2019 and once again, in the spirit of the season, mercilessly pit them against each other to award “Sockies” in 10 categories. Happy Holidays!

Gricel makes an announcement, Bee tries her hand at extroverting, and Kat steps into her permanent, Permanent Host duties. The lady nerds discuss a new direction for the show, make some excellent recommendations, and invite you to take some tea... Earl Grey, hot.

In which we try to make sense of Regency fashions, consider why Darcy is a more appealing Mr. Collins (hint: it's the house), and reveal all our catnip. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice plus the 1995 and 2005 adaptations.

Gricel becomes a Christie convert, Bee saves her draft with Save the Cat, and Kat gives her extremely apropos First Impressions. The lady nerds follow up on their Agatha Christie reading and viewing, talk NaNoWriMo, and announce their most anticipated episode ever.