EPISODE · Jan 30, 2020 · 52 MIN
Odds and Ends #13: Beyond the Blues
from The Blume Saloon: A Judy Blume Book Podcast · host The Blume Saloon
It's the big Puberty Blues Wrap-Up Party you've been waiting for! Alison and Jody dissect Bruce Beresford's 1981 adaptation of "Puberty Blues" (the iconic Aussie novel co-written by Kathy Lette and Gabrielle Carey). They compare and contrast the film with the book with the TV show and present their research on the infamous and elusive Salami Sisters. There's also two terrific letters from Blume Heads Jeb and Arlene, and highlights from the highly-anticipated "Best/Worst American Accent Challenge." Lastly, listen closely to find out what our NEXT BOOK is! Don't forget to join our Patreon for exclusive access to our newsletter, a free sticker and Cathy koozie, Snackin' & Yakkin' videos, original Judy-themed art, and handwritten postcards! www.patreon.com/theblumesaloon
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It's the big Puberty Blues Wrap-Up Party you've been waiting for! Alison and Jody dissect Bruce Beresford's 1981 adaptation of "Puberty Blues" (the iconic Aussie novel co-written by Kathy Lette and Gabrielle Carey). They compare and contrast the film with the book with the TV show and present their research on the infamous and elusive Salami Sisters. There's also two terrific letters from Blume Heads Jeb and Arlene, and highlights from the highly-anticipated "Best/Worst American Accent Challenge." Lastly, listen closely to find out what our NEXT BOOK is! Don't forget to join our Patreon for exclusive access to our newsletter, a free sticker and Cathy koozie, Snackin' & Yakkin' videos, original Judy-themed art, and handwritten postcards! www.patreon.com/theblumesaloon
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