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Tune in each week as two rapidly aging millennials test their chops as former Degrassi superfans and dive deep into the characters you love, crushed on, and simply can't stand. Each episode, Conor and Loren explore the storylines that defined the kids of Degrassi Community School, and use those characters to come to an understanding about what this show taught them about themselves, the world around them, and Canadian teen soap operas at large.
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School is back in session, Panthers!In the Anti-Grapevine Season 3 premiere, Loren and Conor put on their bedazzled headbands and lacy gloves to celebrate the Princess of Park Ave, Miss Fiona Celestine Arabella Coyne. Somewhere between our thoughtful analysis and biting courtroom commentary, we completely lose our minds.So take the elevator to our podcast penthouse, our celebratory brunch is about to start.(Content warning: This episode includes discussion on intimate partner violence and alcoholism.)
Give me a P! Give me an A! Give me an I-G-E! What’s that spell?! The Season Two finale of the Anti-Grapevine, that’s what!In this record-breaking episode, Conor and Loren take on the epic highs and lows of the once and future Queen Bee of Degrassi Community School, the one and only Paige Michalchuk.Grab your cowboy hats, caboodle purses, and perfectly paired indoor sunglasses, because it’s time to fête a true Canadian princess, hun.(Content Warning: This episode includes descriptions of sexual assault and discussion of inappropriate relationships between teachers and minors.)
Don’t bother checking the door Panthers, because we’ve locked you in the basement for this one. In the penultimate episode of Season 2 of the Anti-Grapevine, Loren and Conor dig deep into the basement dweller (no, literally, he took over Emma’s bedroom in the Nelson-Simpson house) and king of the Degrassi Glow-Up and very-direct-takedown, Connor DeLaurier. Tune in for an episode of laughs, concerning line readings, and a discussion on the merits if bad representation is better than no representation.(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of grooming of a minor and bullying.)
And next up on the field, it’s Panthers #88, the ground breaking and ceiling shattering Jane Vaughn! In the latest episode of the Anti-Grapevine, Conor and Loren are joined by friend of the pod and Jane fan extraordinaire, E King to talk about Degrassi’s grungiest girl, Jane Vaughn. While Jane’s arcs don’t always have a satisfying conclusion—she’s always ready to smile before credits roll. So quit acting like such a girl and steal a convertible for the long drive this episode will take you on.(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of child sexual abuse and violence against women.)
Need an escape? Disappear into… the Realm of Doom! Wait, no. That’s not what this is. This is the Anti-Grapevine. Whew.In our latest episode of the Anti-Grapevine, Conor and Loren abandon living IRL to dig deep into Degrassi’s very own little intel that could, Hunter Hollingsworth. A character whose storyline sure hits a lot differently in our current moment, this most problematic of the siblings Hollingsworth leaves us with plenty to talk about.(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of gun violence, cyberbullying and swatting, Gamergate, misogyny, racism, and transphobia.)
After an accidental sojourn to the Degrassi black hole, we’re back, Panthers!In this episode of the Anti-Grapevine, Conor and Loren dig into the founding father of famed Degrassi band “Whisper Hug” and one half of the show’s best bromance, Mo Mashkour.So get ready to write some tunes, start a flashmob at graduation, and remember - he’ll bring fries back to the cafe and he won’t hook up with your boyfriend!(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of fatphobia, ableism, and references to drug abuse.)
Get ready, brave Panthers—for we embark on a treacherous journey from which we may never return—the Degrassi Black Hole awaits!That’s right, in our latest episode, Conor and Loren are joined by the one and only Jocelyn Claybourne of Degrassi Kid acclaim to pay tribute to the late, great first victim of the Degrassi Black Hole, Kendra Mason. Sister to Spinner Mason, girlfriend of Toby Isaacs, and nemesis to any who challenge her on the field hockey… field… Kendra is one tough cookie you won’t want to mess with.(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of gun violence, sort of? But not really? Listen. It’s Kendra. We’re just happy to be here.)
We’re sorry for skipping an episode, okay? We’re soorry. We’re soorry, we’re soorry, we’re SOORRY! How many times do we have to say it?In our latest episode, Conor and Loren are joined by special guest Kristie Hunt to talk all about the winner of the 2005 Northern Sounds Showcase, and our hearts, Craig Manning. So plug in your guitars and stash away that gift for your secret affair because it’s time to discuss Mr. Nice Guy, panthers!(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of child abuse, mental health, suicidality, and substance abuse.)
Will Degrassi’s real Slim Shady please stand up?On this episode of the Anti-Grapevine, Loren and Conor kick it old school and dive deep into the crimes and punishment of Degrassi’s original denim-clad bad boy, Sean Cameron. Not even an interesting meditation on class, a preview of the thirst to come in the rest of the season, or a Sellie/Semma feud could stop us from giving Bam Bam his due.We are Sean Cameron. We want some chocolate milk, and we need this stupidity to be over.(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of parental alcoholism, gun violence, and suicidality.)
Help! A washed up teen star is trying to kill our season premier! That’s right Panthers, the Anti-Grapevine is back for Season 2, and this episode, Conor, Loren, and special guest and fellow Degrassi podcast host extraordinaire Eevee Pacini are looking to the future to study the main girl of Degrassi’s Next Class, Maya Matlin. Our first foray into Next Class, Maya’s story starts with chicken cutlets and cellos, and ends with what we believe is one of Degrassi’s strongest character offerings. Life isn’t a race, so buckle up—because we’re not making any stops until the last exit. (Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health and illness, drug abuse, and suicidal ideation and attempts.)
Dearest friends and frenemies, you are cordially invited to the season one finale of the Anti-Grapevine! In this record breaking episode, Conor and Loren are joined by special guest, Jennifer Estridge, to tackle the original Downtown Sasquatch groupie and questionable hat lover, the infamous… Manny Santos.So grab your whale-tails and tambourines for Manny-palooza, because we’re going to be FAMOUS!(Content Warning: teen pregnancy, abortion, sexual harassment and assault, eating disorders, and drug abuse.)
Welcome to the new millennium, Panthers! In this week’s episode, Conor and Loren are joined by special guest and author, Keah Brown, to discuss Degrassi’s most underrated BFF, Hazel Aden. Cue up your PowerPoints, because this is one hell of a presentation. Oh, and BTW, Paige used to be straight before the Anti-Grapevine came along and turned her gay.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of Islamophobia, sexual assault, gun violence, and intimate partner violence.)
Calling all Panthers! Put on your best ugly cry face, because for this episode, Conor and Loren dig into everyone’s favorite cellphone kiosk employee, Boiler Room baddie, and possible werewolf (we’ll explain), Drew Torres. From cage fights and TBIs to wayward relationships and a gold lamé Elvis suit, Degrassi’s resident golden retriever has always been a little bit scandalous.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of gang violence, sexual assault, and transphobia.)
Ho, ho, hoe, Panthers! It’s the Christmas episode of the Anti-Grapevine—and there’s no stepdad we’d rather spend the holidays with than Joey Jeremiah. This episode, Conor and Loren sit down by the fire and tell the tale of Degrassi Junior High holdover and used car salesman extraordinaire, Joey Jeremiah. So get ready to fall back in love with your high school ex, photobomb a baby’s first Christmas picture, and give in to the seductive voices of the Degrassi Community School goblins—because this holiday season, we go there.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of child abuse.)
For the Toronto Comic Con Q&A panel with Pat Mastrioanni we reference during listener questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOyQHhNs8eE.
The Oracle has spoken, and there's a new episode of the Anti-Grapevine in your future. This episode, Conor and Loren hang with literal sociologist and beloved friend of the pod, Darcy Hauslik to make sense of the story of Degrassi sidekick, Terri MacGregor. We talked for four hours, and we're still not sure what she saw in Spinner Mason.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of intimate partner violence, parental death, and fatphobia.)
Don't make a scene, Eleanor. Just shut up, smile, and check out the new, record-breaking episode of the Anti-Grapevine, Conor and Loren are joined by special guest and friend of the pod, Dom Kelly, to get personal about Degrassi: The Next Generation's goth icon and new Core tramp, Ellie Nash. E might be for Ellie, but F is for Feeling Way Too Many Things Live On Air With Your Pals.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm, suicide attempts, and alcoholic parents.)
References:
Whitlock J, Purington A, Gershkovich M. (2009). Media, the internet, and nonsuicidal self‐injury. In: Nock, M.K. (Eds.) Understanding nonsuicidal self‐injury: origins, assessment, and treatment. (pp 139-155). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/ 11875‐008.
Hey guys, look what I found in the bushes! It's a new episode of the Anti-Grapevine! For their fourth episode, Conor and Loren cover sticker-collecting-king-turned-Keke-Palmer's-fling, Sav Bhandari. We scream, we laugh, and we try to reconcile with why the show has an obsession with student-teacher pairings.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of miscarriage and inappropriate relationships between students and teachers.)
Hello, 911? It’s time for the third episode of the Anti-Grapevine! This episode, Loren and Conor yap about the AO3 contributor known as Madame Degrassi and patron saint of Degrassi Hysterics, Clare Edwards. From the minor niner years through the EClare Era, we try to solve the riddle of who dislikes Clare more: us or the Degrassi writers' room.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual harassment, teenage pregnancy, and miscarriage.)
Welcome back Panthers to Episode 02 of the Anti-Grapevine! This episode, Conor and Loren take a deep dive into Degrassi’s first out, queer character, Marco Del Rossi. Covering everything from Dr. Sally’s gay positive lecture through to his own brief stint as a student teacher at Degrassi Community School, we dig into what makes Marco tick and what made his groundbreaking storyline as important and impactful as it was.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of homophobia, and physical violence and hate crimes committed against queer characters.)
Welcome friends and frenemies to the Anti-Grapevine! Grab your textbooks and get to class on time for a deep dive into the beloved and brilliant characters that helped a generation define themselves.
In our after school special-sized premier episode, Loren and Conor introduce themselves and dig deep into Degrassi's acclaimed cause girl herself, Emma Nelson. The character that acted as a bridge between two generations of fans, Emma’s story contains all the highs and lows (and lows and lows) you’d expect from your morally superior teenage step daughter.
(Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of gun violence in schools, eating disorders, and teenage sexuality.)
Episode References:
McNear, Claire. "Moral Panics Come and Go. Sex Bracelet Hysteria is Forever." The Ringer, June 29 2022, https://www.theringer.com/features/2022/7/29/23282763/jelly-bracelet-sex-game-media-myth-moral-panic.
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