Hi Smooches! This episode, Meg and a group of her rowdiest college friends get together to reminisce about studying abroad and talk about Hot British Boyfriend by Kristy Boyce. We identify ourselves as Golden Girls or SatC acolytes, there’s a dramatic reading and Meg takes a turn as a game show host. Find us at…More
Deep in the Dixonhole: “When She Purrs” with Melody from Heaving Bosoms!
Hi Smooches! On this episode, Melody from “Heaving Bosoms” is back to squee about “When She Purrs” by Ruby Dixon. We talk about courtship steps that should come before marking your territory on someone’s front door; simp for chaotic bisexual blue alien bounty hunters; and recap the cat-man-alien equivalent of “call your doctor if your…More
A Necessary Smorgasbord
On this episode, Meg and Liz throw a whole bunch of books, shows, YouTube channels and product recommendations at you. We catch each other up about what we’ve been reading and watching in our sadly abundant free time. We have a website! You can now visit us at www.makeoutalreadypod.com. Keep an eye out because we’ve got…More
Adequately Ever After: “To All the Boys: Always and Forever,” with Molly
Summary On this episode, we welcome back self-taught Netflix teen romance expert Molly to talk about the thrilling finale to the “To All the Boys” series, “Always and Forever.” We talk about where we see Peter and Lara Jean in the future; whether Lara Jean has just never been to a really fun party; and…More
Sad But Hot But Also Sad: The One You Fight For by Roni Loren, w/ Special Guest: Mr. Meg!
Summary On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss a beautiful book with a very heavy theme: “The One You Fight For” by Roni Loren. It’s part of the series “The Ones Who Got Away,” about a group of school shooting survivors now in their 30s. And we bring on a very special guest…More
“Beach Read” ft. Melody from Heaving Bosoms! That’s It, That’s the Title
Summary On this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Melody, one half of the romance podcast duo Heaving Bosoms. We talked about “Beach Read” by Emily Henry. We discussed how smart and meta the book was; why cults, like romance, teach us a lot about humanity; and why we love heroes who…More
XOXO, Lady Whistledown: Bridgerton on Netflix
Summary On this episode of Make Out Already, we discuss the Netflix original series “Bridgerton,” based on the book series by Julia Quinn. We discuss how trash the Regency was; air grievances about how the show did a disservice to its stellar diverse casting; discuss the big reveal of the ton’s Gossip Girl; and wonder…More
A Bite of Bizcocho Dominicano: Mangos and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera
Summary On this episode, we recap and review Mangos and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera. We talk about why this was a more satisfying queer holiday romance than the film Happiest Season, the novella’s thoughtful portrayal of Dominican culture, and all the delicious moments — pastry-related or otherwise. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @makeoutalreadypod…More
The Big, Gay, Tropical, Royal Triplet Holiday Movie Marathon Episode!
Summary On this episode of Make Out Already, we recap three Christmas movies: “Happiest Season,” on Hulu and “The Princess Switch: Switched Again” and “Operation Christmas Drop” on Netflix. We discuss the women who could run us over with their cars, which hero is the least bland, and our pitches for the sequels.More
Just Add Two Hemsworths: “The Unhoneymooners” by Christina Lauren
Summary On this episode, we discuss The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren. This book gave us much needed serotonin during the election-quarantine conjunction apocalypse. Meg goes hard on the fan cast, Liz gives the most rambling synopsis of her career, and both of us are very confused about why everyone is a dick to the heroine.…More
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