Animation, Movie, Short Story

The Super Mario Bros. Movie + “A Heartfelt Quest”

Ali discusses The Super Mario Bros. Movie written by Matthew Fogel and directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. Afterward, she shares a post-movie short story she wrote called “A Heartfelt Quest.” Let’s-a go!

The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Animation, Short Story, Web Series

Helluva Boss + “Nice Shot”

Ali discusses the fantastic web series, Helluva Boss, created by Vivienne “VivziePop” Medrano. Afterward, she reads a Helluva Boss story she wrote called “Nice Shot.”

Short Story

Resolutions and Revivals + “Smile or Not”

Ali shares her New Year’s resolutions and talks about a few miscellaneous things including shows she’s been watching and upcoming revivals she’s looking forward to in 2021. Afterward, she shares a brand new short story she wrote called “Smile or Not.”

Smile or Not
Animation, Movie, Short Story

Inside Out + “An Emotional First Date”

Ali discusses the brilliant Pixar movie, Inside Out, directed by Pete Docter, praising the imaginative concept and emotional storytelling that make it one of the best Pixar films. Afterward, she shares an Inside Outstory she wrote called “An Emotional First Date.”

Inside Out
Animation, Short Story, Television

The Final Season of BoJack Horseman + “Nothing Unsaid”

Ali discusses the last season of BoJack Horseman, sharing her thoughts on the final arcs for BoJack, Diane, Princess Carolyn, Todd and Mr. Peanutbutter. She also talks about the brilliant penultimate episode, “The View From Halfway Down,” sharing a few behind-the-scene tidbits along the way, and she praises the series finale, “Nice While It Lasted,” as a wonderful send-off to this exceptional show. Afterward, she shares a BoJack Horseman story she wrote to coincide with the final season called “Nothing Unsaid.”

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Be sure to also check out Episode 4 — BoJack Horseman + “Temporarily Forget.”

BoJack Horseman Season 6