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Beyond the Basement

Beyond the Basement

by Parmida Talebi and Sana Hamidzada

Personal Journals Philosophy

Explaining ATLA's Lore Like it's a History Class

Given the rich cultural and historical influences of Avatar: The Last Airbender, it would be a shame to miss out on an episode detailing all of it in depth. Parmida, a devoted watcher of the series, explains the first season to fellow cohost Sana (in hopes that she will watch it later). Join them in this episode of our TV-show recap series!

Explaining Avatar Lore to a Non-Watcher

Our co-hosts spend the first part of their two part series on the Avatar film franchise. Sana, armed with plot summaries, describes the history and plot of the series to Parmida. There is definitely lots of conversations to be had about these films! In the second part of this series, Parmida will educate Sana on the Avatar: The Last Airbender lore, reversing their roles here.

Trends We'll Regret in 20 Years

Have you ever found yourself scrolling through a TikTok, seeing a product you love, and immediately adding it to your wishlist? Consider this video your warning: Sana and Parmida join to consider previous and current trends that they might regret in 20 years...

What Happened to TSITP?

Co-hosts Parmida and Sana discuss their thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty series, from going from avid fans to reluctant watchers, and how they have developed a sort of apathy for the show and its main characters!

These Cancelled Shows Deserve Comebacks

Have you ever started a new TV series only to find out that it's been canceled? We know the familiar feeling of disappointment that arises when this happens, more often than it should! Join cohosts Sana and Parmida as they discuss several series that left a hole when they were canceled...Maybe you'll see one of your favourites on there! Do you have any series that you want to be brought back? Let us know!

Taylor Swift: Mind Behind Marketing

Our co-hosts discuss Taylor Swift and her team's marketing, most particularly in a post-Era's Tour world, and their thoughts as long time fans of her music!

We Finally Listened to Short N' Sweet...and We Don't Agree

As long-time fans of Sabrina Carpenter since her Disney Channel days, cohosts Sana and Parmida give a listen to her most recent album: Short N' Sweet. Let's just say they had to agree to disagree for the majority of the songs.

What Makes Coraline an Elite Movie?

Our co-hosts discuss some of their favourite things about the 2009 film Coraline, just in time for spooky season! Full of theories and hidden details you may have missed. Here are some links to works mentioned in the episode: https://medium.com/film-cut/unveiling-dark-secrets-a-film-analysis-of-coraline-9c5e615186fe https://www.ranker.com/list/coraline-movie-small-poignant-details/sarah-blumert https://gamerant.com/coraline-theory-darker-remember/

Breaking Down the "Wicked" Lore

In honour of the new "Wicked" movie coming out on November 22, Sana and Parmida decided to step out of their comfort zone and go into musical theatre! As a devoted fan of the production, Parmida explains the plot of the Broadway musical to Sana, who has never seen or heard anything about it. Keep updated for when the movie comes out!

Emily In Paris Season 4 Is A Hot Mess (and we are obsessed)

Parmida and Sana give their opinionated recap/discussion of Emily in Paris Season 4, as fans who (sometimes) really hate this show.

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