Move over Lady Whistledown, there is a new hot gossip entering the villa! On this not so family friendly episode, Izzie and her cousin, Sara, discuss the messy family dynamics of the Bridgertons. Sara mourns the loss of her dog while Izzie's cat, Luna, makes a guest appearance. Izzie and Sara are sidetracked from the Bridgertons and start unpacking their own family trauma.
This episode is dedicated to Rosy - a very good dog.
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Calling all Emily Henry fans! Join Izzie and guest Sarah Whalen (@xsarahscribblesx on Instagram and @xsarahsmilesx on Tik Tok) as they discuss the Emily Henry trifecta of Beach Read, People We Meet on Vacation, and Book Lovers. Sarah goes into the history of romance and wows Izzie with her rules of the romance genre. Izzie wants less happily ever afters and reveals her ideal ending to Book Lovers.
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Izzie has emerged from her isolation cave and is back with an all new season of "Are You There Love?" On this first episode of the season 3, Izzie and her book reading twin, Amy Zheng, dive into the ocean that is Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty Series. Izzie and Amy reminisces about their grad school meet cute. In a heated debate about the Fisher Boys, Amy proves herself as a PhD student with her evidence supporting Conrad. Izzie thinks Susannah and Laurel are the ultimate #friendshipgoals.
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How could we do a spooky season and not include witches?! For the last episode before HALLOWEEN, Dani and Izzie discuss "A Discovery of Witches" by Deborah Harkness, supernatural relationships, and the book to TV adaptation. Dani questions the sustainability and the sexual intimacy of the main character's relationship with a vampire. Izzie is happy that she FINALLY got Dani hooked on a fantasy book. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
In episode two of our spooky season, Dani and Izzie discuss someone they would not want to meet at night in “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab. Dani serves up some prime roasting on Izzie. Izzie goes off on a feminist rant (again).
Once upon a time there were two podcasters named Dani & Izzie who took a break from their podcast, but now are back and BETTER THAN EVER! Dani & Izzie are back for a fun, fall, festive, and fantastical season two! In this first episode of season two, Dani and Izzie discuss their favorite fairytales retellings, talk about Julie Murphy's new book, "If the Shoe Fits," and, some how, get off topic and discuss COVID-19 vaccines. Dani fangirls about her favorite Disney movies. Izzie creates a fairytale where a dark haired, SIMP boy is her prince, all the villagers get vaccinated, and everyone lives happily ever after. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
For more information on the COVID-19 vaccine and where to get vaccinated:
Get the facts about COVID-19 Vaccines - Mayo Clinic
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WIth an unfortunate lack of WAP, Dani & Izzie wrap-up season 1B/1 of the podcast. On this episode, Dani & Izzie are disappointed with the romantic aspects of their respective #hotpersonsummer and rank the wonderful books and relationships they've read this pride month. Dani demands an apology from Izzie and talks about her upcoming move. Izzie, of course, needs to leave the listeners with one more #stool status. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for listening to this season dedicated entirely to queer reads! We've listened resources down below to continue the support of the LGBTQIA+ community.
ACLU - LGBTQ Rights Specific page
Lambda Literary (Champions of LGBTQ books and authors)
Gay Times - "10 Best LGBTQ+ Books of 2021 (so far)"
Oprah Daily - "45 Best LGBTQ Books That Will Heat Up the Literary Landscape This Fall"
PRIDE - "26 New LGBTQ+ YA Books to Add to Your 2021 Reading List"
AND NEXT ON STAGE IS MISS PUMPKIN PATCH...Join us this week as we read the final book in the Dumplin' companion series, "Pumpkin" by Julie Murphy exploring the topics of companion series, Drag culture, and unhealthy relationships. Dani's inner dinosaur is unleashed with a huge RAWRING rant about trash bags (aka a stupid boy). Izzie makes a stance on a controversial shipping war. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
Happy 4th of July! Dani & Izzie are celebrating the holiday with the most patriotic book of all time, "Red, White, and Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston. Dani & Izzie take a brief but scary walk down memory lane to 2016 and discuss politics and representation within politics. Dani is surprised by the sauciness of this book (not that she is complaining). Izzie wants to make it known that not all Latinx people look the same. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
This week we are giving away a $30 gift card from Trident Booksellers! Entering is easy, all you have to do is follow our instagram account @daniandizzie and Trident’s instagram account @tridentbooks, and then tag 2 friends on this week's giveaway post to enter! We will announce the winner on Saturday @ 12:00pmEST on our instagram account and also DM the winner so keep an eye on that inbox!
We finally have a date for hot person summer! This is an extra special episode as we get to know the beautiful people that work at Trident Booksellers & Cafe, our lovely partners this season 1B. Dani & Izzie talk to Courtney, V.P. of Trident, and Nia, Bookseller, about bookseller life, working during the pandemic, and of course... BOOKS (including PRIDE picks)! Dani emphasizes her love for candles and Izzie can't stop talking about her other life as a bookseller (shout out to the BSBN sorority). Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com.
This week we are giving away a $30 gift card from Trident Booksellers! Entering is easy, all you have to do is follow our instagram account @daniandizzie and Trident’s instagram account @tridentbooks, and then tag 2 friends on this week's giveaway post to enter! We will announce the winner on Saturday @ 12:00pmEST on our instagram account and also DM the winner so keep an eye on that inbox!
It's Dani's birthday and we are celebrating by talking about one of her (and Izzie's) favorite books, "Fangirl" by Rainbow Rowell. Dani & Izzie fill in their listeners on what's going on in their lives #lifeupdate and spiral into "Fangirl" and the world of fandoms. Dani gushes over Levi and Izzie sings a very off pitch version of Happy Birthday to Dani. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com
Content Warnings: racism discrimination, misrepresentation of BIPOC and AAPI communities, homophobia, erasure of LGBTQIA+ identities, and toxic gay fetishization
This week Dani and Izzie dance their way into the world of K-Pop and love in "I'll Be the One" by Lyla Lee. In this book, Skye Shin enters the K-Pop reality competition TV show "You're My Shinning Star" in hopes of pursuing her dreams in the K-Pop world and prove to the world and her mom that fat girls CAN dance. Dani & Izzie discuss about standing up for yourself, representation in media/entertainment, and body image & beauty standards. Dani can't wait to go on a typical LA date, hopefully one that involves a ferris wheel that doesn't break, while Izzie thinks that Skye and Henry's midnight date is dangerous.
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Content Warnings: fat shaming, unhealthy parental relationships, emotional abuse, social media abuse, and AAPI related discrimination
This week we are giving away a $30 gift card from Trident Booksellers! Entering is easy, all you have to do is follow our instagram account @daniandizzie and Trident’s instagram account @tridentbooks, and then tag 2 friends on this week's episode post to enter! We will announce the winner on our instagram account and also DM the winner so keep an eye on that inbox!
Dani and Izzie are back and ready for the best #hotpersonsummer filled with books, relationships, and more! In this saucy, little strip teaser for the second half of season 1 (season 1B), Dani and Izzie discuss the theme for season 1B, give some life updates, and announce our new partnership with Trident Booksellers & Cafe located in Boston, MA. Season 1B drops Saturday May 29, 2021!
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IT'S A WRAP (for now). Dani and Izzie can hardly believe they made it to 10 episodes. They reflect on the books they have covered, lessons learned, and final thoughts for each book. Dani and Izzie also give some life updates and discuss their experience using Hinge. Dani is excited to go out west and pursue her career and hot girl summer dreams. Izzie swoons over a screenshot of a google calendar. Follow us on Instagram @daniandizzie, Tiktok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at daniandizzie@gmail.com
Anti-Asian Hate & APPI Resources
Content Warnings: The Chauvin trial, BLM, police brutality, racism & discrimination, body positivity, and negative self-image,
