Charm Bomb
87 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsCharm Bomb is the podcast of the International Geek Girl Pen Pals Club, where geekery and snail mail collide!
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Episodes
We Don’t Talk About… (Charm Bomb episode 34)
February 11, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss ways to incorporate their geek loves into self care, the way movies can enable mental health discussions, and connecting with nature. Topics this week include Peacemaker, Encanto, 90s country, mental health, genealogy, and their top 5 binge-worthy comfort tv shows. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I incorporate geeky loves/interests into self care? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to charmbomb@geekgirl...
Breaking Up (With Friends) is Hard To Do (Charm Bomb episode 33)
January 28, 2022 17:00 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss how to tell when a friendship has run its course, navigating friendship “breakups”, and catharsis through art like writing or music. Topics this week include the TV show The Great, the book Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village, getting outdoors to boost your mood, and their top 5 ways to cheer up when feeling down. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I navigate a friendship breakup? To submit a question ...
Travel, Art, and New Year’s Goals (Charm Bomb episode 32)
January 14, 2022 17:00 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss New Year’s goal setting vs “resolutions”, getting organized, traveling and camping, and a bit about their personal art goals for this year. Topics this week include Cowboy Bebop, She-Hulk, digital planners, SMART goals and other goal setting techniques, and the top 5 things they’re looking forward to in 2022. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Do you set New Year’s resolutions, and if so how to you choose what to pick? To submit a ques...
Charm Bomb BONUS EPISODE: True Crime, Witches, and Musical Theater
December 24, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this previously unreleased episode Joanna and Summer discuss what they’re into right now, including (the same) true crime podcasts and horror-based musical theater. They also chat about their favorite fictional witches and, for some reason, modpodge. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I store my pen pal letters? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Foll...
Time Warp: the IGGPPC Origin Story (Charm Bomb episode 31)
December 10, 2021 17:00 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss how Geek Girl Pen Pals came to be back in 2013, and take a trip down memory lane from signing up for their first pen pals to joining staff to where the club has grown now. Topics this week include the Jungle Cruise movie, The Harder They Fall, Shang-chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, sword fighting and sports psychology, Curly Whirlies, and top 5 original geek loves from 2013. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What is the IGGPPC origi...
Solo for the Holidays (Charm Bomb episode 30)
November 26, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss creating a cozy space at home through interior decorating, creating your own traditions, foods they like to share with others, and some of the ways they’ve gotten through spending holidays solo. Topics this week include renaissance faires, different ways to connect with people, and top 5 potluck food offerings. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some tips for spending holidays alone? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, ema...
Space Tech and Nerdy Gifting (Charm Bomb episode 29)
November 12, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss creative ways to give when you’re on a budget, horror and horror-adjacent movies and shows, and how science fiction inspires science and engineering development. Topics this week include Midnight Mass, Doom Patrol, Animal Crossing New Horizons, Dune, and top 5 fictional space exploration technologies. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I gift on a budget this holiday season? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your que...
Strange Places (Charm Bomb episode 28)
October 22, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss how much change can happen in two years while both grieving who you thought you’d be and celebrating who you’ve become anyway, rekindling love for old fandoms, and finding space for new fandoms to love. Topics this week include Babysitter’s Club, Doogie Kameāloha, M.D., X-Files, musical adaptations, and top 5 strange but real places in the US. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I rekindle love for an old fandom I miss? To submit...
Spooky Season Faves (Charm Bomb episode 27)
October 08, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss the joys of October birthdays, harvest festivals, corn mazes, apple picking, and putting together a good Halloween costume. Topics this week include Legends of Tomorrow, Y: The Last Man, birthday traditions, and top 5 spooky season activities. Mentioned this episode: White City Devil candles: https://whitecitydevil.com This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What should I be for Halloween? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, em...
The Books That Made Us (Charm Bomb episode 26)
September 24, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss the trouble when someone is negative about one of your favorite things, their earliest fandoms, Summer’s weekend at sword camp, and the importance of good hydration. Topics this week include Only Murders in the Building, Ted Lasso, Lord of the Rings, finding common ground to help someone connect with your fandoms, and top 5 foundational books from their youth. Mentioned this episode: It’s okay to not like things https://www.youtube.com/wa...
LIVE from IGGPPCamp 2021: Camp of LEGENDS (Charm Bomb episode 25)
September 10, 2021 16:00 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss IGGPPCamp 2021, their favorite legends growing up, and what legends about them might be someday. Topics this week include Miss Fisher’s Modern Mysteries, Schmigadoon, Arthurian legends, the Eleusinian Mysteries, and top 5 National Parks or other places to go camping. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: If you could go back in time to any Legend and witness it in person, which one would you choose and why? To submit a question to Ask Char...
Charm Bomb BONUS EPISODE: the Post Camp Blues
August 27, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 16.5 MBThis previously unreleased episode recorded in August of 2019 Joanna and Summer discuss what they’re into right now, including true crime podcasts and Dungeons and Dragons. They also chat about the fictional places they would visit if they could, and the importance of timing. Everything is about timing. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I get over the blues after a great event? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] ...
Making Friends and Camp Memories (Charm Bomb episode 24)
August 13, 2021 16:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss their times as camp counselors and reminisce about their favorite camp memories, as well as ways to connect with someone to begin a new friendship. Topics this week include Full Bloom (tv show), Mysterious Benedict Society, friend “dating”, capture the flag, and top 5 memories from camp. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I tell someone I want to be their friend without being awkward? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email...
IGGPPCamp 2021! (Charm Bomb BONUS episode)
July 30, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this special BONUS episode of Charm Bomb, Joanna and Summer discuss IGGPPCamp, including the history of how Camp came to be, how to participate in Camp including the types of activities happening, and a little bit about what’s happening this year with IGGPPCamp: Camp of LEGENDS. IGGPCamp takes place August 12 - 15, 2021, and you can learn more at www.geekgirlpenpals.com/camp or by following @IGGPPCamp on Twitter! To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to...
Cartoons and Long Distance Support (Charm Bomb episode 23)
July 16, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss ways to support a long distance friend who’s going through a hard time, have a shared moment of nostalgia over the Care Bears Adventure in Wonderland movie, and tell a peak-Summer mime story. Topics this week include Alone (tv show), Grady Hendrix’s horror novels, and our top 5 childhood cartoons. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I support a long distance friend going through a hard time? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb,...
Broadwaycore (Charm Bomb episode 22)
July 02, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss finding your personal aesthetic and the magic of live theater experiences. Topics this week include sword fighting, building miniatures, cottagecore, dark and light academia, and our top 5 musicals. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I find my aesthetic? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @Sumsic...
Olympics and Halloween are coming! (Charm Bomb episode 21)
June 18, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss Halloween (or Summerween), apps for recording birds, mental health, and the value of sports. Topics this week include Schitt’s Creek, Fear Street, Jelle’s Marble Races, and our top 5 Olympic sports. Mentioned this episode: Metalsmith Society: https://metalsmithsociety.com/ Merlin Bird App: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Beekman 1802 Schitt’s Creek Collection: https://beekman1802.com/collections/rose-apothecary Jelle’s Marble ...
SPORTSBALL (Charm Bomb Episode 20)
June 04, 2021 16:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss growing houseplants and tiny indoor greenhouses, setting healthy boundaries, and learning how to socialize again. Topics this week include The Mighty Ducks, Blaseball, sports movies from our childhoods, and our top 5 favorite fictional sports teams. Mentioned this week: We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Barry - https://www.amazon.com/We-Ride-Upon-Sticks-Novel/dp/1524748099 A League of Their Own - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_League_of_Th...
Robots and Reconnecting (Charm Bomb Episode 19)
May 21, 2021 15:01 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss ways to reconnect with old pen pals, having to track down packages that have gone to the wrong address (as you do), and the similarities between Wishbone and Doctor Who’s K-9. Topics this week include The Bad Batch (and Star Wars animation more generally), Pokemon Snap, and our top 5 favorite fictional robots. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some ways to reconnect or find a pen pal after losing touch? To submit a question to...
Into the Multiverse (Charm Bomb Episode 18)
May 07, 2021 15:37 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBThis episode Joanna and Summer discuss the shows they’re binging right now and the challenges of finding new things to watch when there’s so much out there. (Spoilers: we love lists!) Topics this week include The Irregulars, The Clone Wars animated series, Teenage Bounty Hunters, and our top 5 favorite superheroes. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: With so many things to watch it can be overwhelming, how do you pick something new? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, ema...
Birthday Party LIVE! (Episode 17)
April 23, 2021 17:30 - 52 minutes - 24 MBThis episode is all about the Geek Girl Pen Pals 8th birthday! Joanna and Summer reminisce about their favorite IGGPPC memories, their own 8th birthdays, and talk about their favorite cakes. Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, sleepover snacks, gardening, and 90s nostalgia. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What's the one gift you wish someone would give you for your birthday but no one ever does? If you were turning 8 now, what would be on your birthday wish list? ...
Let’s have cake! (Episode 16)
March 10, 2021 20:59 - 38 minutes - 17.4 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna host special guest, IGGPPC co-founder, Emily “Farquharson” to chat about baked treats, long distance hangouts, and IGGPPC’s 8th birthday. Topics this week include Animal Crossing, October Faction, West World, Ted Lasso, Cake Smash (the game), and the band Man Man. Mentioned this week: Emily’s website: http://frogmella.ink/ Follow Emily on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frogmellaink/ Man Man: https://manmanbandband.bandcamp.com/ ...
You Are Geeky Enough (Episode 15)
February 23, 2021 21:05 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss their various art hobbies, their top 5 fictional ships (spaceships and ocean-going ships), and what counts when it comes to being geeky enough. Topics this week include Star Trek Lower Decks, throwing pottery, exhibit design, and geek loves. Mentioned this week: SUE the T-rex: https://twitter.com/SUEtheTrex This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Am I geeky enough? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to ch...
We Ship It (Episode 14)
February 03, 2021 19:16 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna host their fellow IGGPPC Director Jen and talk about fashion trends we’d bring back, the shows we’re binging, and our favorite fictional couples. Topics this week include Bridgerton (yes, again), Animal Crossing, WandaVision, our love of 90s fashion and also capes. Mentioned this episode: Stitchcrvft: https://www.stitchcrvft.com/ Tuesday of California: https://www.shoptuesday.com/ This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: If you could be th...
Travel Hopefully (Episode 13)
January 14, 2021 21:51 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss our favorite Doctor Who companions and making friends in adulthood. Topics this week include Bridgerton, d&d, meaningful relationships with others and ourselves, and tea. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Are friendships based on shared interests the key to meaningful happiness? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow...
Let’s Get Alicorny (Episode 12)
December 30, 2020 23:51 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss hot cocoa bombs (#accidentalcheese), the shows they’re currently watching, and their top 5 fictional pets. Topics this week include The Mandalorian & The Expanse (all discussions are spoiler-free!), bardcore, making art, and embracing the changing seasons. The Menagerie MacLeod magical creatures: https://themenageriemacleod.com/ This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some good ways to pass the time indoors? To submit a q...
Comfy Cozies (Episode 11)
November 20, 2020 16:57 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss cosy comforts, connecting with friends, and sourdough starter. Topics this week include Lovecraft Country, customized playlists, burning candles & incense, and top 5 comfy cozy things. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some geeky things to get you through hard times? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Fol...
Halloween and Horror (Episode 10)
October 30, 2020 13:13 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss their favorite spooky or Halloween themed movies, films that are also stage plays, and other seasonal spooky things. Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (yes, again!), the game Among Us, and dealing with social media while practicing self care. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I stop doomscrolling? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pe...
Aesthetically Pleasing Piles (Episode 9)
October 04, 2020 15:46 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss homemade fancy drinks, crafting and art techniques, and favorite Pokemon. Topics this week include The Legend of Korra (and character growth), aesthetically pleasing piles of pumpkins and pine cones, and growing past a fandom. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I get through breaking up with a fandom? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals o...
Charm Bomb: LIVE from IGGPPCamp! (Episode 8)
September 02, 2020 15:33 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss favorite camp snacks, new cryptids, and baking tips that will surely get us kicked out of Great British Bake Off. Topics this week include s’mores, online RPG, and campfire cooking. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What are some tips for getting into baking? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFi...
Charm Bomb: There is no Lake Monster (Episode 7)
July 21, 2020 12:31 - 45 minutes - 42.6 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna chat with IGGPPCamp Nurse Buffalo aka IGGPPC staffer Kara about camp and Joanna gets excited about cryptids, per usual. Topics this week include top 5 mythical creatures, the origins of IGGPPCamp, and Animal Crossing. To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery Follow Joanna @JoannaVolavka Learn more a...
Charm Bomb: Jams, Tea, and Camp, oh my! (Episode 6)
June 18, 2020 18:33 - 44 minutes - 20.1 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss their favorite teas, current shows and hobbies they’re into, and chat about IGGPPCamp, happening in late July 2020. Topics this week include top 5 pump-up songs, how to get involved with IGGPPCamp, and beetle pinning. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What is IGGPPCamp? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Su...
Charm Bomb: Episode 5
May 11, 2020 19:00 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss staying at home with unstructured time, and how they’re finding ways to get through day to day life when things are uncertain. Topics this week include top 5 favorite fictional detectives, making art and spending virtual time with friends. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I deal with so much unstructured time? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl ...
Charm Bomb: Episode 4
April 17, 2020 21:11 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss what shows they’re watching, online tabletop gaming, and their top 5 fictional places they’d like to visit. Topics this week include digital friendships, moving our lives online, and how fiction sometimes becomes reality. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I keep up pen palling when I can’t get to the post office? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Gir...
Charm Bomb: Episode 3
April 02, 2020 19:48 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna discuss their top 5 favorite time travel stories, what they’re into right now, and go on for a while about fried pasties. Mmm, fried pastries. Topics this week include tabletop RPGs, closet cosplay, and time traveling Bruce Willis. (#TTBW) This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: How do I make a good connection with my Pen Pal? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitte...
Charm Bomb: Episode 2
February 17, 2020 15:56 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna chat about the upcoming convention season and get excited for gourds. Topics this week include TV shows they are currently watching, top 5 things to do at cons, and Ask Charm Bomb. And gourds. (Why??) This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: Am I a bad pen pal? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to [email protected] Follow Geek Girl Pen Pals on Twitter: @GeekGirlPenPals Follow Summer @TheFinchery Follo...
Charm Bomb: The Next Generation
August 16, 2019 06:47 - 29 minutes - 41.5 MBThis episode Summer and Joanna introduce themselves to everyone, and reintroduce Charm Bomb, the podcast of the International Geek Girl Pen Pals Club. Topics this week include our current top 5 Geek Loves and the things we’re currently geeking out over (including a theme of charming British men). We also introduce our new feature, Ask Charm Bomb. This week’s Ask Charm Bomb question: What do I write to my pen pal? To submit a question to Ask Charm Bomb, email your question to...