Join Cass and Deb as they dive into Chapters 11-15 of An Offer From a Gentleman! Things with Benedict and Sophie get hot and heavy, and this episode is full of hot takes, heavy implications, and so much banter. Cass and Deb deep dive all the references, the character development, and the questions of how these scenes might play out in season 4! They also discuss the updates in the Bridgerverse, as well as the rest of pop culture including North of North and Outlander. And they drop a BIG reveal about next week's episode -- so make sure you listen to find out!
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Ep 11 An Offer From a Gentleman Ch 6-10
Join Cass and Deb as they continue their deep dive of An Offer From a Gentleman with Chapters 6-10. They explore the wild rescue, the beautiful caretaking, and some ill-timed arousal that leads to one of the most iconic scenes in the series. You don't want to miss all the banter, the careful exploration, and the loving critique of this fantastic story. As Benedict and Sophie meet again after a two year separation, many questions within the book, as well as for the show, are brought up. Cass and Deb certainly explore those queries, and have a blast doing it! So whether this is your first read or fifteenth, come along with the Rational Romantics!
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Ep 10 An Offer From A Gentleman Prologue-Ch 5
Welcome to the Rational Romantics Read-Along of An Offer From a Gentleman, Benedict and Sophie's book. Cass and Deb discuss the Prologue through Chapter 5 in this massive episode! But they want to deep dive every detail with you, from Sophie's tragic and painful start in life to the magic of the Masquerade. From Benedict's family interactions to the Shakespeare references and allusions. This episode is full to the brim with all the dissection, banter, and Bridgerton love you want from this podcast. If you are a longtime book fan who has read the books a dozen times, come along with us and hopefully discover new layers to the story! And if you're a first-time reader just dipping your toe, welcome to the Read-Along! We hope listening along helps you discover the many nuances and beautiful aspects of this story. And heck, even if you're not reading again, we scaffold the episode with quotes and plot descriptions so you know where we are and what we're talking about. So no matter where you're coming from, if you're a Benophie lover, this is the place for you!
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Ep 9 Fabulous Fan Questions (April)
Cass and Deb dive into what you want to know most -- the answers to your fan questions! They of course dive into all the updates from Bridgerton filming this week, including Viscountess whiplash, and predict about those iconic swings. Then they explore all of your fantastic fan questions, from the future for Hyacinth to songs and fancasts, as well as the final days of Outlander and the books they want -- or don't want -- to read! It is a wonderful time as Cass and Deb discuss your questions and go on their signature rabbit trails. Join them for another fabulous week of Rational Romantics!
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Ep 8 Polin & Predictions
It is Polin Day in the Bridgerton fandom, so what other way can your Rational Romantics celebrate but by talking favorite Polin scenes. They also answer your Polin-themed fan questions looking ahead at their role in Season 4 as a happily married couple. You know Cass and Deb have to discuss all the updates in the Bridgerverse as well, diving into the filming, details, and theories that came out this week. This is a classic episode with banter, big ideas, and beautiful discussion of a fabulous couple.
Heartfelt but Headstrong!
Welcome to Rational Romantics, where the head and the heart collide. Join Deb and Cass as they deep dive your favorite romance media with fresh takes, witty banter, and analysis to make you swoon. A Bridgerton fan's haven, with some Outlander, Taylor Swift, and romance novels sprinkled in.
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