
Hot and Bothered is all about the power of romance culture. We analyze romance novels and movies to better imagine our own happy endings. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays.
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We make Hot and Bothered because we are interested in the way that love stories have impacted our lives and culture. For our fifth season of the show, we’re turning our attenti... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 301 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RelationshipsSociety & CultureArts | |||

For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Hannah analyze the ending of The Phantom of the Opera. They discuss the black-and-white frame narrative of the film, what makes the phantom hot (and not), and the show's similarity to Beauty and the ... more
Vanessa Zoltan and Hannah McGregor meet in a Parisian opera house to record this week’s episode of Hot and Bothered, all about The Phantom of the Opera.
This week we discuss daddy issues, queer aesthetics, and Susan Sontag's definition of 'camp.' We... more
Vanessa Zoltan is joined by friend and mentor Dr. Stephanie Paulsell to discuss the appeal of mystery novels and their relationship to religion.
If you're interested in joining Stephanie and Casper on the Agatha Christie pilgrimage, you can learn mo... more
For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Mauricio Bruce analyze the ending of Punch Drunk Love. They continue their conversation about light and color in the film and discuss the relationship between humiliation and violence.
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Smart, funny, and insightful.
Hot and Bothered has been one of those podcasts that’s just always been part of my life. From the early days talking romance novels and Jane Eyre, to Twilight in Quarantine, rom-coms, LGBTQ+ love stories, and even the deep dives into the American wedding complex — every version of it has been a treat. The hosts are so sharp and funny and thoughtful, and Vanessa Zoltan is just the best. I would, and do, happily listen to anything she’s involved in. There’s something so comforting about hearing sm... more
I love love love this podcast.
It is so fun and I feel like I learn so much about things that bring me so much joy, without having to defend liking them.
I love the whimsy, I love the depth, I love that it doesn’t ever take things too seriously while also taking them very seriously.
You have no idea how important this has been to me personally over the past period.
Love.
Love the playfulness and the depth they approach the movies and books with
This show is so insightful and wonderful. It’s become one of my favorite podcasts.
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Episodes focus on analyzing romance novels and films, exploring the ways love stories reflect and shape our lives and culture. The discussions range from classic literature, such as Jane Austen's works, to contemporary films like Twilight and My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Unique features include close scene analyses examining the implications of love portrayed in various narratives and how these stories challenge or conform to societal norms. The blend of humor and thoughtful critique offers listeners not only entertainment but also deeper insights into romance and relationships, making the content memorable and engaging for fans of the genre.
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Hot and Bothered launched 8 years ago and published 301 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Hot and Bothered include:
1. Dominic Broomfield-McHugh
2. Stephanie Paulsell
3. Mauricio Bruce
4. Laura Barraclough
5. Dr. Samantha M. Sheppard
6. Deborah Anthony
7. Dominic Broomfield–Mchugh
8. Simone Drake
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