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Explore fan favorite couples who didn't get their happy ending. Two sisters journey through the top ships from fandoms across the internet. Emily and Rachel scour AO3, tumblr and message boards to find the one-true-pairings that get your blood pumping and explore why they make us obsess.
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Join us as we celebrate all the love that got us through the year. We'll revisit some of our favorite (and least favorite) ships of the year. We'll also dig into AO3 numbers to see what ships had fans in a chokehold this year. And finally, we get a visit from the Ghost of Shipmas' Yet to Come as we predict what ships to watch in 2026. Oh and we reveal some big changes for the podcast! Including, a new name! Thank you for an incredible first year of Ship Happens! Text the Ship Happens Sisters!...
It's cold, so let's dig into a frosty couple in our final official ship of 2025! We're diving into the fandom phenomenon of shipping Elsa from Frozen with Jack Frost from Rise of the Guardians. We explore the origins, tropes, and fan theories that bring these two ice-powered characters together, despite belonging to different animation studios. They discuss the potential romance dynamics, cultural impact, and critical reception of the fan-favorite ship 'Jelsa,' while also addressing some of t...
Join us for our first foray into the dubious world of shipping real life people with special guest host Laura of Impolite Society podcast. Together we dive into the fan-driven phenomenon surrounding Rhett and Link from Good Mythical Morning. We explore the origins of the 'Rink' ship, the deep friendship between the two YouTube stars, and the boundary between fan fiction and reality. The discussion includes reactions from the fandom, criticisms against the ship, and Laura's personal insi...
Join the party as we embark on an adventure into the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Today we're talking internet sensation 'Critical Role' and fan favorite ship of 'Shadowgast' from the show's second campaign. We explore the relationship between Caleb Widogast, a human wizard with a tragic past, and Essek Thelyss, a drow wizard with a penchant for gravity and time magic. We cover their meet-cute, complicated relationship, and eventual romance, highlighting key moments and fan reactions. This ...
It's time to walk through the fire to get the bottom of who is the ultimate lover for the slayer. It's part 2 of our Buffy the Vampire Slayer Bachelorette spooky special series. Today we'll look at the top moments for Spike and Angel to see how to two vamps measure up. We'll dig into the romance, the heartbreak, the support and, most importantly, the spicy! We'll end the episode with a few rounds of good old debate to decide which vampire boyfriend comes out on top. This week's Spuffy a...
In honor of spooky season, we're entering the world of cult classic Buffy the Vampire Slay. Join us as we once and for all decide Buffy's ultimate love interest. We'll compare the fan-favorite ships of Buffy and Angel (Bangal) versus Buffy and Spike (Spuffy) to see who comes out on top. We'll cover the fandom drama between the two ships and kick off the debate by examining their meet-cutes, ship names and fan engagement through fanfiction. Come back next week for an in-depth, part two showdow...
Can you fix the emotional damage this love story caused us? Join us as we throw it back to elementary school to revisit the couple that cursed a town, fueled an incredible revenge story, saved a couple of teenagers and caused us to fight tears at school. Today we're talking Katherine 'Kissin' Kate' Barlow and Sam the Onion Man from Holes, the 2002 movie and 1998 by Louis Sachar. This story may have only taken 10 pages of the book, but it lives forever in our hearts. We recount the tragic tail...
Being bad has never been this good! Dive into the world of 'The Bad Guys' this week as we discuss the fan-favorite ship between Mr. Wolf and Diane Foxton. We'll explore the chemistry, banter, and dynamic of this unlikely couple, as well as the broader furry fandom and its impact on the popularity of the ship. From analyzing their interactions to comparing them with other famous anthropomorphized couples (who could this be??), get ready for an in-depth look at what makes Mr. Wolf and Diane so ...
For a dark, gothic vibey time, join us for a steamy adventure with a Nightmare that rhymes. Today we dive into the romantic fantasy world of 'One Dark Window' by Rachel Gillig. We explore the main characters, Elsbeth and Raven, and their complicated romance involving magic cards, secret powers and hidden identities. We discuss their mixed feelings about the book, touching on its strong points like atmospheric writing and compelling side characters, while also critiquing its insta-love e...
It's dangerous to go alone, take this podcast with you! Join us as we stumble through the sweeping lore behind the Legend of Zelda universe, much like Link stumbles through Hyrule after a century-long slumber. We will unpack the holy trinity of the Zelda universe and why the ship leaves us wanting more... and if there might be a spicier alternative from the darker side of the Triforce? We follow the Zelink breadcrumbs Nintendo sprinkles throughout Zelda's lore and the game's history to reach ...
This is what it sounds like when we tackle the Netflix sensation KPop Demon Hunters. We're glowing as we explore our first-ever polycule with Polytrix, made up of Rumi, Mira and Zoey from the sensational Huntrix. We don't quit until we've shared our experience with the movie, how fans put these three together and why Polytrix shines among the many KPop Demon Hunter fan ships. This week's artwork is by @lenaskzorel. See more of their work on the app formally known as Twitter. Text ...
Here's comes the sexiest animated animals since Robin Hood and Jessica Rabbit Join us as we dive into the beloved online ship 'Wild Hops' from Disney's Zootopia. We will dig into key canon moments, analyze character dynamics and explore fan reactions, including controversies and passionate fan fiction. The podcast also touches on notable moments in their partnership, the characters’ impact on pop culture, and predictions for the upcoming sequel. This week's art is by u/relaxable. You ca...
Boil, boil, we're ready for some trouble. 😈 Today we delve into the popular yet controversial Harry Potter ship: Dramione, the fanfic-driven romance between Draco Malfoy and Hermione Granger. We'll dig into the origins, criticisms, and fan fiction adaptations of this ship to explore how Dramione transcends the original books to become a fan favorite, despite its problematic roots and the perpetual Harry Potter controversies. With mentions of popular fanfictions, Tom Felton's charisma, and the...
The odds are in your favor today, as we dig into two controversial couples from the Hunger Games universe. Join us as we delve into 'Hayffie' — the ship between Haymitch Abernathy and Effie Trinket from the Hunger Games. The episode explores the dynamics between the two characters, discussing their contrasting personalities, shared trauma and potential romantic connections, in canon and through fan fiction. We decide if there's any legs in the source material or if the ship is just based on t...
Reluctant partners to lovers? Immersion into a vast and storied world? And a big, metal fist? Count us in. Dive into the sizzling chemistry, the intricate backstories, and the dramatic plot twists of Arcane and Piltover's Finest: Caitlin and Vi. Join us as we break down their shipping journey from League of Legends Champions to the beloved TV series, touching on pivotal scenes and fan fiction that bring this ship to life. This week's art is by @luneillusoire. Find more of their work. Text the...
Explore the pairing that turned a fandom 'upside down.' Emily and Rachel dive into the unexpected yet fan-favorite ship of Steve and Eddie from Stranger Things. The podcast explores the dynamics between the two characters, how fan fiction has elevated their relationship, and the themes and tropes found in these fan-created stories. They discuss notable scenes, the chemistry (or lack thereof) on screen, and how the fandom has interpreted and expanded their connection through creative storytell...
Dive into the steamy and contentious romance of Geralt and Yennefer from The Witcher series. Join us as we explore the magical entanglements, personal traumas, and rocky history that define this iconic couple. But wait—could Geralt’s true love actually be another, like a beloved bard perhaps? Tune in for a fun, insightful debate packed with video game, TV show, and book references, all while the hosts navigate fan opinions and spicy scenes. Today's art is by @zuyuancesar. Find more of their w...
Hotbag? FleaPriest? What ever you call this couple, they still sizzle. In this episode, we're talking Fleabag and Hot Priest from 'Fleabag' by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. We'll break down memorable moments, such as the tension-filled first meeting at Fleabag's family dinner scene and the intimate, moving moments between the characters. The hosts debate whether the relationship was genuine love or self-sabotage, exploring different perspectives from fan discussions online. They also touch on t...
Let's pop the bubble on Oz's hottest fan ship. This week, we dive into the fabulous world of Wicked and it's two leading ladies: Elphaba and Glinda (Gelphie). We'll cover how the two opposites attracted, if they cross the finish line of the the enemies to friends to lovers arc and why this couple captures fan imaginations. We'll recount top moments and what the fandom thinks of these two Shiz students. This week's art is by @starenflugart. Find more of their art on Tumblr. Text ...
Grab your creepy paper, we’re diving deep into the fan-favorite duo, Nandor and Guillermo, from the mockumentary series 'What We Do in the Shadows.' We explore the onscreen chemistry that captured fans’ imagination, how this grew into one of the internet’s most popular ships, and whether the writers baited fans with hints these two were OTP. They also discuss what makes this couple so captivating and why their eventual lack of romantic closure left a lot to be desired. Tune in for a thorough ...
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