Believe in Anything: A Heated Rivalry Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Hey....HeeeeeEEEEEyyyyyy. In our first episode, we share how Heated Rivalry came across our desk, why we are obsessed, and what we hope this space is for the fandom.

We are glad you're here!

This week's guest is Canadian pop culture expert, comedian, and host of the podcast Late Night Scrolling, Liz Duff (aka ProducerLiz). We talked about the Heated Rivalry panel at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival, the Canadian star system, and why it’s important not to strip Heated Rivalry of its Canadian identity.

Highlights of the week include Rachel's London Q&A, the GLAAD Awards, and paper airplanes.

This week’s guest is a critically acclaimed romance author and hockey fan. We loved talking to Matthew Hubbard about what Scott and Kip's relationship means to him, his upcoming adult hockey romance, and which Taylor Swift songs represent HR and TLG.

Highlights of the week include Leigh and Emily going to SNL, Hollanov bracelets, and crying about how much we love the HR community. (We were very emotional this week)

This week’s guest is one of our absolute favorite follows on Threads for her Heated Rivalry analyses and essays. We spoke with Maxine about why the romance genre isn’t always taken seriously, the role of music in the show, and how adaptations can elevate source material.

Highlights of the week include: Heated Rivalry podcasts, finishing the Game Changers series, BAMF Shane, and moooore micro moments.

This week’s guest is a content creator who is known for the best pop culture recs. We spoke to Francis about his viral sports bar videos, what Hollywood should be learning from Heated Rivalry’s success, and everything he’s hoping for in season two.

Highlights of the week include: reaction videos, Club 90s (we are nothing if not predictable), and Maybe Happy Ending!

Being a professional fangirl is the dream, and Kaia is truly living it. As a host and DJ for Club 90s, she’s currently touring the East Coast for Heated Rivalry nights. We talk about her day-to-day, her favorite moments from the shows, and why this is one night you absolutely need to experience for yourself.

Plus, our Heated Rivalry highlights of the week: fandom career launches, Hollanov kisses, narrative analyses, and Cowboy Shane (iykyk).

If you're an HR fan, you know editors are the backbone of the fandom. We were very lucky to speak with Margaux aka sosaneitsinsane, on many topics including their famous Google Drive edit, seeing their edits on big screens around the world, and the importance of depicting queer desire.

Plus, our Heated Rivalry highlights of the week: Wonderland photoshoot, SNL, & lookalike contests.

This week, we're joined by the people's princess, Naomi aka frenchnbookish, to talk about her Heated Rivalry wallpaper empire, creativity, and why the romance genre never lets us down.

Plus, our Heated Rivalry highlights of the week: Milan Fashion Week, Jesse Kortuem, Club90s, and Hudson's skincare routine.

Saddle up, listeners. We went to Cailin Russo's New York show and got the chance to speak with her backstage. In this bonus episode, we talk about her new EP Don't, how Heated Rivalry has changed her life, which of her songs would fit into S2, and life of the road.