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S4 E3: Yellow Jackets - Part 2

And here's the second part of our long lost Yellow Jackets episode!     Rate - Review - Subscribe! IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago

S4 E2: Yellow Jackets - Part 1

As promised, we present to you our Yellow Jackets - Part 1 episode from last year!  In this episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss the first 5 episodes of Season 1.  Tricia is obsessed with the nostalgia of it all, Tessa empathizes with Misty...you know the drill :)

S4 E1: The One About Vanderpump?

Welcome back to Strong Female Lead. We missed you! 

S3 E23: Promising Young Woman

Join Tessa and Tricia as they discuss Promising Young Woman, starring Carey Mulligan.  They both agree that Cassie is an SFL, but that's pretty much it.  Also, Tessa has a theory on ghosts and women and Tricia dreams of being a spy/Elf Ambassador.     Rate - Review - Subscribe!  IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago

S3 E22: Happiest Season

Did we miss it? Hopefully, everyone has a little extra holiday spirit and will indulge us with the Happiest Season starring our GOAT(?) Kristen Stewart???    Rate - Review- Subscribe!  IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago

REPOST: Booksmart - "The one that broke the scale"

Since there are no good Thanksgiving movies out there, we've decided to repost the only movie so far that broke the SFL scale!     Happy Thanksgiving from SFL <3

S3 E21: Family Stone

This week, Tessa and Tricia discuss The Family Stone.  It's not a Thanksgiving movie but no one cares.  We've got a "super liberal" boho family (a slightly cluttered home with books stacked on the nightstand).  We've got a conservative (she wears suits and a tight bun).  We've got a feminist (she wears a long sleeve shirt under a short sleeve shirt).  And we've got Luke Wilson (being Luke Wilson) and Diane Keaton (being amazing as always). Also, Tessa is a winter fairy!  You heard it here ...

S3 E20: Halloween Kills

Welcome back to Haddonfield,IL. In this weeks episode Tessa & Tricia revisit Halloween night 2018 and have A LOT to say in this XL episode of SFL.   

S3 E 19: Halloween (2018)

It's spooky season and this week Tessa & Tricia visit the sleepy town of Haddenfield, IL to check out the local lore of knife wielding man in a William Shatner mask vs a doomsday pepper turned final girl. We have so many fan theories, most of which involve large nets.  Next week's film is Halloween Kills, in theaters now!

S3 E18: Clickbait

On this week's episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss Clickbait - the super bingeable Netflix miniseries starring Zoe Kazan and Adrian Grenier.     Follow SFL on all the socials!  And remember to rate, review, and subscribe! IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago  

S3 E17: Fleabag

SFL is BACK!  On this week's episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss Fleabag, the brainchild of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, SFL icon.  Fleabag is an SFL favorite and has come up during many an episode, but this week - it will finally get the attention it deserves.      Follow us on all the socials!  And remember to rate, review, and subscribe! IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago  

S3 E16: Pose

LIVE.WORK.POSE.    IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago  

S3 E15: But I'm A Cheerleader

Tessa & Tricia are back this week with another GEM! But I'm a Cheerleader is a 1999 American satirical romantic comedy film that has converted SFL into HUGE FANS!    Enjoy!  Find us on socials!  IG: StrongFemalePOD TW: SFL_Chicago

S3 Ep14: Million Dollar Baby

Million Dollar Baby is a 2004 American sports drama film directed, co-produced, and scored by Clint Eastwood. NOT a movie about a women's struggle to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to dominate a sport later in life.  We have THOUGHTS and a special medical fact checking from Zach the Dr./Husband to the pod.  Check us out on socials IG: StrongFemalePod TW: SFL_Chicago

S3 E13: She's the Man

All rise - the Church of Latterday SFLs is now in service.  This week, Tessa and Tricia are joined by a very special guest and superfan of the pod, Aram Ronaldo, to discuss She's the Man - the second installment of SFL's "You __ Like a Girl" series.   Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E12: I, Tonya

This week, Tessa and Tricia discuss I, Tonya.  This movie is a must-see; you can't make this s&%t up.  Plus, all the 90s feels and the use of Gillooly as a verb.  Doesn't get any better than that.     Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E11: Step UP

Tessa & Tricia take it WAY BACK to 2006's epic Step UP! This is the last movie in our "So You Think You Can Dance" series and this episode like the movie begins with a first step. Enjoy!   Follow us on social TW: @SFL_Chicago IG: @StrongFemalePOD

S3 E10: Black Swan (PT.2)

This weeks episode on 2010's Black Swan is a CROSSOVER episode with our friends over at Movie Time! with Ang and Ari (@movietime_pod)!  This episode is WILD but you've got to start from the beginning! Check out part one over on their feed below. Movie Time! with Ang and Ari: Black Swan-Part 1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-time-with-ang-and-ari/id1525147855?i=1000517739622 Follow us on social!  IG: @Strongfemalepod TW: SFL_Chicago

S3 E9: Showgirls (YOU DON'T NOMI)

This week, Tessa and Tricia discuss Showgirls, an experience from which they are still in deep recovery mode.  Is this a satire, a social commentary, or just a terrible flop? Either way it’s campy AF, raises a million questions, and worth a (re)watch.  Also, SFLanon conspiracies, hopeless misogyny and much more! #longliveNOMI #soyouthinkyoucandance   Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E8: Dirty Dancing

This week, Tessa & Tricia kick off SFL's So You Think You Can Dance series with 80s classic Dirty Dancing and both agree that the movie is still.that.good.  They also chat about that very special Patrick Swayze brand of masculinity (RIP), traveling abortionists, family camp class warfare, THAT SOUNDTRACK, and much more. Is Baby an SFL?  You'd better believe it.   Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E7: Sharp Objects

Bless their hearts. This week on SFL, Tessa & Tricia tackle all things Sharp Objects.    Next Week: Dirty Dancing Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago  

S3 E6: Ex Machina

This week on SFL, Tessa and Tricia take on Ex Machina in a classic Woman vs. Machine showdown. Honestly, we're not even really that mad that the machines won.    Next Week: Sharp Objects Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E6: Ex Machina

This week on SFL, Tessa and Tricia take on Ex Machina in a classic Woman vs. Machine showdown. Honestly, we're not even really that mad that the machines won. 

S3 E5: The Invitation

This week on SFL, Tessa and Tricia talk about The Invitation. Tessa envokes her training, Tricia confronts her emotional porn addiction, and "escape plans" are hatched. Also, if you want to hear about Tricia's real-life invitation story - keep listening for the **bonus clip** at the end of the episode.   Coming up on SFL: Ex Machina Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E4: Gone Girl

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the scariest Karen of all? This week, Tessa and Tricia discuss Gone Girl and SFL Amy Dunne aka Amazing Amy, and her epic long game journey.  They chat privilege, mind f&%kery, selling a dream, toxic femininity, and much more.  Shout out to Chicago's own Gillian Flynn for creating such a darkly complex female lead.   Coming up on SFL: The Invitation Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E3 The Perfectionists

Tessa & Tricia take another look into the Pretty Little Liars universe but this time focusing on The Perfectionists. The cast is a little older, the setting is a little darker but Mona is still Mona and we STAN her!    Coming up on SFL: Gone Girl  Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E2: Pretty Little Liars

On this week's episode, Tricia and Tessa are joined by friend-of-the-pod, Leslie Robinson, to chat all things Pretty Little Liars.  And it's troubling to say the least.  Everyone feels gaslit by the recaps, no one understands why Ezra isn't in prison, and fire science doesn't even begin to explain the Jenna situation.   Coming up on SFL: The Perfectionists Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S3 E1: Woosah

The break is over and Tessa & Tricia have a ton to catch you up on from vacation favorites and sustainable fashion to run-ins with the Rona. Welcome to Season 3 of Strong Female Lead!   Next time on SFL: Pretty Little Liars - Season 1   Instagram: @StrongFemalePOD Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E19: Black Christmas

I'd like to formally apologize to Tricia, Laura and our listeners for the ocular and audible trauma caused by the consumption of the BONKERS film Black Christmas (2019).  -Tessa Just Kidding! This movie is 100% insane but WE'RE HERE FOR IT!   

S2 E18: Christmas with a Prince

This week, Tessa and Tricia are joined by Dr. of the Pod, Laura Retson, to discuss Christmas with a Prince.  While Tessa's "rules" for royalty help make sense of the gaping plot holes, Dr. Laura's insight into the medical field leaves everyone wondering WTF is going on at this hospital.  Teddy bear problems, anyone?   Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago      

S2 E17: Love Actually

We've all seen it.  We all thought we loved it.   This week, Tessa and Tricia discuss "Love Actually," one of the most popular holiday movies of the early '00s, and tear it to shreds.  If you haven't already, a re-watch is in order.  Happy Holidays!   Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago            

S2 E16: Booksmart

So, I guess that it. 2019's Booksmart just might be perfect so there's nothing left to say....   JUST KIDDING! Tessa & Tricia have A LOT to say about this movie that proves Diversity & Inclusion along with great writing and directing DOES exist in Hollywood!    Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago  

S2 E15: Now & Then

Tricia and Tessa go back to 1995 with a CLASSIC coming of age film Now & Then.  The film follows four lifelong friends through an unforgettable summer in the 1970s and stars Christina Ricci, Gaby Hoffmann, Thora Birch, Ashleigh Aston Moore. Just a warning, this movie is NOTHING like Speed, also available on VHS in 1995.   

S2 E15: Now & Then

Tricia and Tessa go back to 1995 with a CLASSIC coming of age film Now & Then.  The film follows four lifelong friends through an unforgettable summer in the 1970s and stars Christina Ricci, Gaby Hoffmann, Thora Birch, Ashleigh Aston Moore. Just a warning, this movie is NOTHING like Speed, also available on VHS in 1995.      Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago  

S2 E14: Pen15

On this week's episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss Season 1 of Pen15, the seriously nostalgic, coming-of-age comedy created by and starring SFLs Anna Konkle and Maya Erskine.  They chat about discovering porn, vandalizing BOP magazines, childhood racism, and more!  Oh, and Tessa learns for the first time what Pen15 actually means.   Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E13: Ma

Craving a horror flick with a crazy plot twist that you NEVER saw coming?  Ma is the exact opposite of that.  But recapping it was fun as hell.   Join Tessa and Tricia as they chat about basement drinking, toxic femininity, Fabergé eggs, murder photos and more!  Also, Tessa isn't sold that Octavia Spencer (Ma) actually works at the clinic and Tricia regrets forcing her mother to watch this s&!t show.   Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago  

S2 Ep: 12 Midsommar

The church of Latter Day SFL's would like to invite you to a viewing of 2019's Midsommar as just a sampling of what we're able to provide in our Inverted Triangle small business programs.  Peace be with you. 

S2 E12: Midsommar

The church of Latter Day SFL's would like to invite you to a viewing of 2019's Midsommar as just a sampling of what we're able to provide in our Inverted Triangle small business programs.  Peace be with you.    Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E11: Ready or Not

It's Spooky Season, and Tessa and Tricia are here with their first HORROR movie, 2019's Ready or Not. Grace maybe in over her head during a game of hide and seek with her killer in-laws BUT in the end it's all worth it to get the guy... right?    Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E10: Mistress America

This week, Tessa & Tricia discuss Mistress America, starring Mumblecore QUEEN, Greta Gerwig, and Lola Kirke.  Who's story is this - Tracy's or Brooke's?   Who's the SFL and who's the muse?     Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E9: Let Bernadette BERNADETTE!

On this week's episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss "Where'd You Go, Bernadette," all of the reasons why Cate Blanchett is queen, and bernadette-ing as an art form.  Just let her LIVE, Elgie.  Jesus.   Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E8: 50 Shades of Bull$&!T

This week on SFL,Tessa and Tricia enter the red room and talk all things BDSM & 50 Shades of Grey. Is this life imitating art or fan fiction gone wrong?    Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

50 Shades of Bull$&!T

This week on SFL,Tessa and Tricia enter the red room and talk all things BDSM & 50 Shades of Grey. Is this life imitating art or fan fiction gone wrong?    Rate ~ Review~ Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: @SFL_Chicago

S2 E7: Twilight

There are only a few things that Tessa & Tricia KNOW about Twilight. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was part of him — and We didn’t know how potent that part might be — that thirsted for our blood. And third, this was the lowest rated SFL movie to date.” Oh yeah, and Bella was there.  Rate - Review - Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: SFL_Chicago

S2 E7: Twilight

There are only a few things that Tessa & Tricia KNOW about Twilight. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was part of him — and We didn’t know how potent that part might be — that thirsted for our blood. And third, this was the lowest rated SFL movie to date.” Oh yeah, and Bella was there.  Rate - Review - Subscribe Instagram: @StrongFemalePod Twitter: SFL_Chicago

S2 E6: Bad Education

This week, Tessa and Tricia feel duped by Bad Education - why was Alison Janney only in a minute of it? Also, Ray Romano's "big dad energy," secret facelifts, and more.  

S2 E5: Mad Max: Fury Road

This week on the podcast, Tessa and Tricia's minds EXPLODE over Mad Max Fury Road but for very different reasons.    Like Follow Subscribe Instagram: @strongfemalepod Twitter: SFL_Chicago

S2 E4: I May Destroy You

On this week’s Podcast, Tessa & Tricia discuss HBO's I May Destroy You. This series masterfully uses wit and candor to look at themes like sexual consent, liberation and exploitation within contemporary dating & relationship culture. Catch up for the season finale Monday Aug. 24 @ 9pm CT.    Instagram: @strongfemalepod Twitter: SFL_Chicago Like ~ Review ~ Subscribe ~

S2 E3:The Farewell

On this week's episode, Tessa and Tricia discuss the SFLs of The Farewell, starring Awkwafina and Zhao Shuzhen.  They chat about collectivism, lying, and professional crying; and the ultimate matriarch that is Nai Nai.  And yes, they know the sound quality of this ep sucks.   Instagram @strongfemalepod Twitter @SFL_Chicago Rate.Review.Subscribe