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If you're like us, you're probably still living in the hangover that has been left by Heated Rivalry. If you're also like us (and like a lot of people) you've (re)discovered romance and the magic of the genre. So if you're wanting to explore some romance books that are perfect companions to the Game Changers series, this episode is for you! We're joined by Esther (@esther.reads) who is the most prolific reader we know and walks us through everything you need to read based on the books you loved in the Game Changers series. And we talk mozzarella sticks. Like...a lot.Full list of books (and where you can get them) are in the Episode Notes at www.looncallpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Welcome to the first edition of Craft Cottage, a new segment where Ruby and Ada talk all things craft and the art of creating romance. This week, we take the Tuna Melt scene and break down why it's so important to the narrative of Heated Rivalry, how it moves the plot forward, and why any other ending to that scene would not have given us the same story. So pull up a Muskoka chair, grab a ginger ale, and let's dig in!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

This week, we are joined by the godfathers of "Heated Rivalry" (and all around amazing humans) Brendan Brady and Jacob Tierney! We talk about making the show that has turned the world on its axis, romance book adaptations, their production company, and how bachelorette parties are where we should all get our decor tips! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

This week, we are joined by the one and only Chala Hunter, intimacy coordinator and future Order of Canada winner (probably...we don't know...but if it were up to us...). We sat down with Chala to chat intimacy coordination, the importance of communication, and how jazz helps her relax. Safe to say, our week was MADE.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Ruby and Ada discuss the thing that's been most talked about...yes, we're talking about all those intimate moments in season 1! How do they compare to the book and what do they mean? We've never dissected sex so intently - Ruby even built a spreadsheet (it's live in the Episode Notes section of our website!)Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

This week, we chat with Jenna Rosenstein - Beauty Director at Harper's BAZAAR and author of one of our favorite Hudson articles. We talk about how that interview came about, her take on the absolutely wild run that Heated Rivalry's seen so far, and her most surprising moments. Plus, we talk about our romance favorites and, of course, grab some beauty tips while we're at it.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Ruby and Ada talk SKIP! Ruby breaks down Episode 3 as a standard (in the best way) romcom. We talk about the story beats that make this episode so fantastic, the way lighting CONTINUES to be the hero of this series, and how a smoothie needs to be thick in order to be considered a smoothie (sorry…we still love you, Kip!)Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Ruby and Ada FINALLY discuss episodes 1 and 2 aka where it all began. We talk intimacy and trusting Jacob Tierney. We talk about a romance trope that should be inserted in all literature. And we invent the Butt-in-Face-O-Gram. Are you curious?Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

We made it to the cottage, y'all! Ruby and Ada officially give this episode a GOOGOLPLEX (that's way more than 10/10). We talk cinematography! We talk loons and how creepy they actually are! We talk ROMANCE - because, after all, that is the story! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Ruby and Ada barely survived episode 5. But the show must go on. Here's the in depth analysis of the most magical 55 minutes of television we have both seen in forever. There are laughs! There are tears! There's a LOT OF LOVE for the people involved in making this show. Good job, we love you!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!

Where we talk about Episode 4 of "Heated Rivalry" Season 1: Rose. Also, Ada talks about her favorite parts of the show (it gets pretentious) and Ruby gives us the rundown of her in-real-time reactions to watching. PLUS, this is our first episode! Come for the analysis, stay for the unhinged laughs.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @looncallpod!Watch on YouTube @looncallpod!Check us out at www.looncallpodcast.com!