THE BEES ARE HERE. Despite Audrey's recurring technical issues, the Bees deliver a quarantine episode worthy of a listen. They share their Quarantine Reads and chat briefly about their mutual dislike of Aidan from Sex and the City (it's been too long). The Bees also discuss Find Me, Andre Aciman's followup to Call Me By Your Name, and it gives them no pleasure that they weren't necessarily finding their love for it. The Bees disagree about their favorite and least favorite parts and Cher offers a more empathetic take on a character than Audrey was willing to. You won't want to miss a minute!

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Find Me

The Bees are in Chicago discussing the book everyone "read" in high school, The Great Gatsby. Featuring special guests Ari and Tyler! 

The Great Gatsby

This week the Bees discuss the disappointingly young Sally Rooney's novel Conversations With Friends. Cher relates to Frances' low key spirit, while Audrey feels frustrated with a person who is described as "personality-less." The Bees also discuss Riverdale, Lady Bird, and the beautiful nightmare of being in your teenage years.   

Conversations with Friends

The Bees are back in town! After a long hiatus, your favorite ladies are finally here to discuss turning 27, finishing Friday Night Lights, and of course the final season of Game of Thrones. There's also some discussion of our latest Queen Bee read, The Devil in the White City. Be warned, if you're expecting a rave...you will be disappointed. 

The Devil in the White City

THE BEES ARE BACK! Audrey and Cher are talking about teen shows they love (The O.C. Gossip Girl, Friday night lights) And books they read over break. There is also some solid The Awakening chat. In the words of Taylor Swift, "Are you ready for it?"

The Awakening

Happy Halloween! The Bees are back with this CURSED episode. Technical issues persist as the ladies discuss the ever controversial Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, but Cher and Audrey manage to have a very productive conversation about their likes and dislikes. Cher gives insight into what the staged production is like, and Audrey breaks down her experience reading the play a second time over. 

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Get out your stationary, because the Bees are talking about the second half of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before! Cher’s not sold on Peter Kavinsky, but she’s very here for the sister dynamics at work. Audrey gives the lo down on the second two books in the series, and details how reading this series became her radical self-care over the last two weeks.

To All the Boys I've Loved Before (Part 2)

The Bees are back and chatting about the book that inspired the Netflix sensation To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Cher gives the lowdown on being a member of a trio of sisters, and Audrey expresses her appreciation for models of nice high school boyfriends. There's also time for a solid Sex and the City corner, so you won't want to miss this ep!

To All The Boys I've Loved Before (Part 1)

The Bees are finishing up Valley of the Dolls this week. Audrey and Cher discuss the book's cynical end, and consider which of the Dolls was their favorite. There's also time for a lively game of Fuck, Marry, Kill with the male authors they've read. The clear favorite is Andre Aciman.

Valley of the Dolls (Part 2)

It’s a BONUS episode! Cher and Audrey are all about Crazy Rich Asians the movie today. They share all their thoughts on this Rom-Com delight. Spoilers ahead so watch out!

Crazy Rich Asians (The Movie!)

The Bees are back, and Audrey has a big announcment! The girls dive into The Valley of the Dolls headfirst, discussing their disgust for men who take their writing too seriously, how a 35  year old woman should not be considered elderly, and what fates they think their protagonists will face in the coming chapters. (We're pretty sure at least one won't survive till the end). You won't want to miss it!

Valley of the Dolls (Part 1)

This episode is a big one for the Bees! In their third Harry Potter Extravaganza, Cher and Audrey talk almost exclusively about the 7th book in the series, discussing everything from their thoughts on Snape, Harry's children's names, and Hermione's superiority. Cher yearns for more information about James Potter, and Audrey shares the moments in the book that make her cry. The Bees also share fan opinions about this beloved series, so make sure you tune in!

Harry Potter Extravaganza (Part 3)

The Bees are back this week with part two of their Crazy Rich Asians discussion. Audrey shares some highlights from her beach trip and Cher discusses her increasing wake boarding prowess. The Bees also reach out to Cher’s college friend Paula who shares how she relates to Crazy Rich Asians as an Asian American woman.

Crazy Rich Asians (Part 2)

Make sure you are properly sunscreened because this week Cher and Audrey are talking about the perfect summer read, Crazy Rich Asians. The Bees are in agreement about their love of Astrid and Oliver and cast shame upon Nick for not properly preparing Rachel for meeting his family. Audrey theorizes why this book will translate well into a movie, and Cher lays out the proper procedure for introducing a partner to the family.

Crazy Rich Asians (Part 1)

While the Bees are in different time zones this week, they are very much still in the Age of Innocence. Audrey and Cher discuss their mutual dislike for Newland Archer and his male privilege, but differ in that Audrey wants to know everything about May and Cher wants to know about Ellen Olenska. There's also plenty of time for "The Age of Dissonance," the Gossip Girl episode where Manhattan's elite put on an adaptation of Wharton's classic novel. Stay tuned for some serious consideration of the original Queen Bee, Blair Waldorf. 

The Age of Innocence (Part 2)

Two girls, one book, and a whole lot of snark

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