110. Three Men and a Coffin

New book alert! Alison and Jody start reading chapters 1-3 of Judy Blume fan favorite, “Just as Long as We’re Together.” Stephanie Hirsch and her BFF Rachel Robinson reunite after summer camp and swoon over a strategically placed poster of Richard Gere (aka Benjamin Moore). But then new girl Alison shows up at Palfrey’s Pond. Who is this mysterious barefoot Californian, and what’s up with her talking dog? We travel back to 1987 and immerse ourselves into the world of Baby Jessica, Prozac, The Simpsons on Tracey Ullman, Max Headroom, and Reagan’s “tear down this wall” speech. Jody talks about AZT and Baby M, and Alison presents a light dissertation on movies, music, and fascism’s creative influence. Oh, and we get to hear about the time she met Jessica Simpson! Finally, back by popular demand, another accent challenge – the English edition! Sending huge thank yous to Blume Head Jessica for the incredible gift, and to our brand new Patrons: Margaret C., Jami D., and Susan J.!