PODCAST · comedy
Sort By Best Match
by Emily & Megan
Two friends dive into the fun world of fanfiction. The podcast consists of reading cringey or funny fics from a multitude of fandoms (like literally any fandom). Each week two fandoms are randomly chosen by using the sort by best match filter on ao3 so we never know what we’re going to get. It’s a lighthearted show for anyone who can’t get enough of fanfiction. Follow us on Tumblr and Twitter @sortbybestmatch. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sortbybestmatch/support
Episodes
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“another crying gay boy” — The Bear & Blue Lock
In this episode, Emily reads about a few surprising employees at The Beef. Megan takes a deep dive into chatfics and reads about the tumultuous world of Blue Lock relationships.
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“right tire car” — Cars & All for the Game
Megan reads about Lightning McQueen and Mater’s sex life, Lightning McQueen’s death and her life as a car. Emily reads about the All for the Game characters’ fake quotes, a post-apocalyptic AU with a surprising crossover, and Luke Castellan joining the Foxes.
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“wing x wangi” — Spy x Family & The Untamed (Mo Dao Zu Shi) (ft. Erica!)
In this episode, Megan and special guest Erica read about y/n, Gojo, and Loid’s threesome, y/n being adopted by Loid, and y/n being Loid’s sister (y/n contains many multitudes). Emily reads about everyone’s favorite character (Sect Leader Yao), Wangxian, fem Jiang Cheng, and more!
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“You’re on my 🥩 right now and I don’t 👍 it” - Chainsaw Man & X-Men
In this episode, Emily reads about Denji’s Haikyuu fanfiction addiction, Makima and Gojo’s new relationship, and Power not taking a shower. Megan reads X-Men preferences, her concert love story with Wolverine, and Cherik’s high school love story.
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degree in psychological - My Hero Academia & The Case Study of Vanitas / Our Flag Means Death
In this episode, Megan reads about the rarepairs of My Hero Academia, and Deku’s many children. Emily reads about Vanitas’ tragic death, Stede on Reddit, and multiple adventures at fast-food places (and more!)
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*BONUS EPISODE* - How DID you all get into UA?
To kick off Season 5, we read our latest My Hero Academia crack fic aloud! Feel free to read along with us on Ao3!
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Season 4 Finale! (ft. Ivy & Miranda)
In this episode, we read the crossovers we wrote (Troyler/Maze Runner & Magnus Chase/Attack on Titan). Then we play a game where we guess the pairings of BTS and My Hero Academia fanfiction just by reading the summary of the fic. We end with our rankings of our top 5 favorite fics we read this...
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“untied lands of ameriland” - Percy Jackson & Zootopia
In this episode, Megan reads about One Direction, BTS, and the Dream SMP’s adventures in the PJO world, as well as some classic Percy Jackson memes, reader stories and crossovers. Emily reads about Shazam/Captain Marvel’s trip to Zootopia, Judy’s new girlfriend, and a tragic end for Nick and…
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“Gabriella Montez Strikes Back” - Star Wars Prequels & Friends
In this episode, Emily reads about Star Wars characters’ favorite Taylor Swift songs, Darth Vader’s fight with the deadly Ted from Bill and Ted, and Gabriella Montez’s journey with Anakin at Hogwarts. Megan reads about Miley Stewart moving to New York and meeting the Friends gang, Chandler’s Y/N...
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“Gally: I’m A Slave 4 You (Glee Cast Version)” - Gravity Falls & The Maze Runner
In this episode, Megan reads about her relationships with various Gravity Falls characters, Phil Coulson’s secret connection to the Pines twins, and Romeo and Juliet’s beef with Bill Cypher. Emily reads about the Gladers’ tastes in music, and the similarities between The Maze Runner and BTS’…
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“Miley and Raya” - Jujutsu Kaisen & Girl Meets World/Boy Meets World
In this episode, Emily reads about female Levi x Gojo, how Megumi is actually a member of BTS, and a Gojo y/n crossover with HunterxHunter and Haikyuu. Megan reads about Riley’s future, how everyone in Boy Meets World is gay, and the forgotten Matthews sibling. (and more!)
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“Gorge Washington” - Batman & Hamilton
In this episode, Megan reads about Batman’s trip to Mr. Gold’s pawnshop, Damien Wayne’s reader-insert love interest, and how Bruce Wayne met Jane Bennet. Emily reads about Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hookup with Miku Binder Thomas Jefferson, various BTS AUs, and a crazy y/n broadway crossover story.…
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“Rachel/Katara’s POV” - Powerpuff Girls & Glee
In this episode, Emily reads the leaked Powerpuff Girls script, a universe where they are students at Sky High, and an interesting take on Harry Potter. Megan reads the history of Klaine, what Alex Russo gets up to in the world of Glee, and how One Direction fits in at William McKinley High School.
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One Year Anniversary! (feat. Ivy and Miranda)
Happy first birthday to Sort by Best Match!! We sit down for a chat about all of the fandoms and fics we’ve covered in the last year, with the help of our special guests Ivy and Miranda (who were featured on previous episodes of the show).
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“Your so pethic and a whore” - Troyler (Troye Sivan, Tyler Oakley, and others) & Magnus Chase
In this episode, Megan reads about Troyler’s failing relationship because of Tyler’s ex (Zoe Sugg), Troye introducing y/n to the boy of her dreams (aka Jungkook), and Tyler’s drama with his friends Louis Tomlinson and Dan Howell. Emily reads some classic incorrect Magnus Chase quotes, the hunger...
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“the potion 🧪” - Harry Potter & Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF)
In this episode, Emily reads about a pregnancy potion mishap, her interesting relationship with Draco, and delves into My Immortal. Megan reads about Percy Jackson’s dangerous history with Freddy, some FNAF preferences, and about Freddy and Chica adopting a peculiar baby. (and more!!)
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“He looks so kawaii right now…” - Attack on Titan & Dream SMP
In this episode, Megan reads about Jean and Armin’s unlikely love, the Levi Squad’s encounter with the Ouran High School Host Club, and various reader preferences. Emily reads a variety of Dream SMP and reader stories featuring George, Sapnap, Tommyinnit and others. (and more!)
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“What, are you gay?” - Yuri!!! On Ice & Doctor Who
In this episode, Emily reads about titans attacking the skating rink, Yuri’s biggest fan (who happens to be a member of Big Time Rush), and how Yuri and Viktor work at a pretzel shop with Jungkook, Deku, and others. Megan reads about her first meeting with the tenth doctor, Dan and Phil in the...
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Season 3 Finale - Our Crossover Fics/Hunger Games Simulator/Rankings
In this episode, we read the random crossover fics we wrote for each other (Disney Princesses/Undertale & The Umbrella Academy/Phineas and Ferb). We play a game guessing if quotes are from books or fics, such as Pride and Prejudice or Haikyuu. We play a Hunger Games simulator with characters from...
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“dislikes: bitches” - Arrowverse & Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOMs)
In this episode, Megan reads lots of one-shots about different ships in the Arrowverse (Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl). Emily reads about an interesting original character from Camp Rock, Radio Rebel’s trip to hell, and Lemonade Mouth with a twist. (And More!)
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“BTSD” - BTS & Youtube Gamers (Jacksepticeye, Markiplier, & Pewdiepie)
Featuring special guest star (and ex-BTS fan) Ivy!! In this episode, Emily reads about being sold to BTS, her love story with Jungkook, Jin’s surprising love interest, and BTS imagines. Megan reads about how Septiplier are soulmates, the interesting ship of Dean Winchester/Clint...
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“going to the liberty” - IT (2017) & Phineas and Ferb
In this episode, Megan reads about y/n and Pennywise’s first meeting, a Reddie love story, and a fic about girl with strange powers living in Derry. Emily reads about Doofenshmirtz and Perry’s true love, and the reader’s romance with Carl the intern. (and much more!)
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“The Nerd of London” - Kingsman & Rise of The Brave Tangled Frozen Dragons
In this episode, Emily reads about the adventures of several famous Harrys. Megan reads many love stories between the characters of the RotBTFD universe and about the characters adventures at a Lab Rats/Legend of Korra themed high school.
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“hello my bastard child” - Adventure Time & My Little Pony
In this episode, Megan reads about her trip into the Adventure Time universe, as well as a Bubbline high school AU. Emily reads about Mordetwi’s star-crossed love and some other crazy crossovers.
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“iCarly Stars: International Fugitives” - The Umbrella Academy & Undertale
In this episode, Emily reads about Diego’s new love interest and how Five fares in another dimension. Megan reads about what Alexander Hamilton does in the Underground, and a love story featuring Sans.
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“Dear of Dear Evan Hansen” - Kim Possible & Pitch Perfect
In this episode, Megan reads about Natasha Romanoff’s backstory and Kim and Ron’s relationship drama. Emily reads a variety of strange Beca and Chloe love stories.
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“Mr. Darcy’s Yeezys” - Pride and Prejudice & Merlin
In this episode, Emily reads a lot of different takes on Pride and Prejudice including My Hero Academia, Supernatural, and Haikyuu. Megan reads about Merlin and Arthur’s first kiss and Merlin’s secret life as a member of Big Time Rush.
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“yam of goochie” - The Vampire Diaries & Haikyuu!!
In this episode, Megan reads about Damon’s surprising love life (and possible alter ego). Emily reads about the Haikyuu boys and their new teammate from the My Hero Academia universe.
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“she was exposed. (EXPOSED)” - Disney Princesses & The 100
In this episode, Emily reads about how the Disney Princesses would fare in the Hunger Games. Megan reads about her relationships with characters from The 100 and Clarke’s surprising friends.
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“kingslayer🤭” - Riverdale & Game of Thrones
Welcome back for Season 3! In this episode, Megan reads about Jughead’s true relatives, and Emily reads about her life in Game of Thrones.
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Season 2 Finale - Our Crossover Fics/Bad 1D Imagines/Rankings
In this episode, we read the randomly assigned crossover fics that we wrote for each other. Emily shares her favorite bad One Direction imagines with Megan, and we rank our favorite fics of the season.
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“Shaggy the Omnipotent God” - Scooby-Doo & Teen Wolf
In this episode, Emily reads about Shaggy’s true power, and his love for a few surprising characters. Megan reads some angst about Stiles and Derek.
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“Lord Brad Pitt” - Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit & Once Upon a Time
In this episode, Megan reads about her relationships with LOTR characters and about what’s going on with Frodo and Hermione. Emily reads questionable imagines about Peter Pan and how Snow White deals with vampires.
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"Explosion Murder God" - My Hero Academia & Death Note (Bonus Episode)
In this bonus episode, we read our My Hero Academia and Death Note crossover crack fanfic with a guest. We play a drinking game to go along with it, such as drink whenever Bakugou threatens someone. We also go off about bi Mineta, stanning Aoyama, and a lot more. ---- drinking game rules: (take a...
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“the twelve year old veteran” - The Good Place & Agents of Shield (Marvel)
In this episode, Emily reads about how One Direction, My Chemical Romance, and The Beatles all connect with The Good Place. Megan reads about Skye/Daisy’s brothers Noah Puckerman and Nico Di Angelo. Also, about a special girl who has something to do with Fitz and Steve Rogers.
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“It’s a fedora and it’s for (Y/N)” - Twilight & Miraculous Ladybug
In this episode, Emily reads an Edward Cullen love story and Taylor Lautner imagines. Megan reads about her relationships with Marinette and Adrien and about a surprise pregnancy.
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“Nail Horny” - Barbie (Mattel) & One Direction
In this episode, Megan reads about Barbie and Ken’s escapades with G.I. Joe. Emily reads about the times she was kidnapped by and sold to One Direction (as well as Harry Styles’s secret murder plans).
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“vampire. angle, mermaid” - 9-1-1 (on Fox) & Disney Channel
In this episode, Megan reads about Buck, Eddie and Y/N’s confusing love life. Emily reads about a variety of Disney Channel shows (featuring special guest stars Draco Malfoy and Justin Bieber).
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“Emma Watson & the Oil Factory” - Captain America (MCU) & Stranger Things
In this episode, Emily reads about her Avengers fathers. Megan reads about her relationships with Stranger Things characters and a surprise member of One Direction.
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“Princess Y/N of Arendelle Found Dead” - Night at the Museum & Big Hero 6
In this episode, Megan reads about Y/N’s crazy Night at the Museum sex life. Emily reads a love story between Hiro and a princess from a not-so-distant land.
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“KEEP RAPPING, [Y/N]!!!” - Super Mario Bros. & Sonic the Hedgehog
In this episode, Emily reads about Luigi’s love story with a surprising someone. Megan reads about Sonic’s trips to alternate dimensions.
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“blindly (literally blindly)” - The Fault in Our Stars & Divergent (with Tess and Miranda!)
In this episode, our special guests read about the true author of TFIOS, and other amazing imagines. Emily and Megan read several creative Divergent crossovers chosen by Tess and Miranda.
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“Peeta: Heyy :-P” - Julie and the Phantoms & The Hunger Games
In this episode, Megan reads a Luke Patterson self-insert fic, as well as a very interesting crossover. Emily reads about how the Glee characters would fare in the Hunger Games, and other crazy AUs.
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“Our Friend Megan Fox” - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & My Hero Academia
In this episode, Megan reads a TMNT fanfic with some interesting worldbuilding, and Emily reads about her potential MHA boyfriends.
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“#shran af” - Shadow and Bone (Grishaverse) & Dan and Phil (Phan)
In this episode Emily reads about a love story between The Darkling and a hater. Megan reads beautiful Dan and Phil one shots and a story that brings all the YouTubers together in a surprising way. [missing the last 5 minutes of episode]
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Season 1 Finale - My Percy Jackson Fanfic/Quizzes/Rankings
We read Emily’s Percy Jackson fanfic from sixth grade, take fanfic related quizzes (like what our Harry Styles fanfic scenario would be), and rank our top 5 fanfics that we read this season. links to quizzes: https://www.buzzfeed.com/noradominick/everyone-has-fandom-destined-to-be-part-of-quiz...
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“Jesus Christ, Squidward, Jake Gyllenhaal” - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse/Queen
In this episode, Emily reads a series of *interesting* Spider-Verse fics, and Megan reads about some of the greatest musical artists of all time!
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“(Flash is mom)” - DC Comics (Justice League)/Good Omens
In this episode, Megan reads various DC imagines and a Gabriella Montez/Superman love story. Emily reads some very interesting Good Omens crossovers (with more DC added for flavor)!
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“I Thot We Were Monogamous owo?” - Percy Jackson/Saturday Night Live
In this episode Emily reads a bunch of Percy Jackson crossovers, including one that takes place at McDonalds. Megan reads a Seth/Stefon love story with a John Mulaney cameo and a cursed Michael Che/Colin Jost fanfic with an interesting OC. We also read a Twilight Sparkle (My Little Pony)/Mordecai...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two friends dive into the fun world of fanfiction. The podcast consists of reading cringey or funny fics from a multitude of fandoms (like literally any fandom). Each week two fandoms are randomly chosen by using the sort by best match filter on ao3 so we never know what we’re going to get. It’s a lighthearted show for anyone who can’t get enough of fanfiction. Follow us on Tumblr and Twitter @sortbybestmatch. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sortbybestmatch/support
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Two friends dive into the fun world of fanfiction. The podcast consists of reading cringey or funny fics from a multitude of fandoms (like literally any fandom). Each week two fandoms are randomly chosen by using the sort by best match filter on ao3 so we never know what we’re going to get. It’s a...
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