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The Boiler Room: A My So-Called Life Podcast

Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure
My So-Called Life
Friendship
Teenage Relationships
Queer Identity
New Year's Eve
Jordan Catalano
Teen Homelessness
Substance Abuse
Intention Setting
Coping With Loneliness
Parental Support
Brad Pitt
Sobriety
Performance Anxiety
Winnie Holzman
Devon Odessa
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
LGBTQ Representation
Generation Catalano
Emotional Support

A weekly, episodic discussion of My So-Called Life between Buffering the Vampire Slayer’s Kristin Russo and A Cast of Kings’ Joanna Robinson, coinciding with the show's 25th Anniversary! The Boiler Room is part of the Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure network of podcasts.

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This episode originally aired on February 18, 2020.

Winnie Holzman!!!!!! Do we even need to say more?!?! In a (very very) special bonus episode, Joanna had the chance to talk to show creator Winnie Holzman about My So-Called Life, 25 years after it ... more

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Kristin Russo and Joanna Robinson rewatch all 19 glorious episode of My So-Called Life, one at a time, spoiler free. In celebration of the show's 30th Anniversary we have added The Boiler Room to our Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure family with special... more

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Kristin Russo and Joanna Robinson rewatch all 19 glorious episode of My So-Called Life, one at a time, spoiler free. In celebration of the show's 30th Anniversary we have added The Boiler Room to our Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure family with special... more

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This episode originally aired January 28, 2020.

Ahhhhhh, the amazing Vanessa Bayer is here to tell us all about her love for My So-Called Life, her stories about meeting Claire Danes, Jared Leto, and Wilson Cruz, her devastating career loss of the p... more

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Recent Guests

Vanessa Bayer
Comedian and Actress, known for SNL
Episode: SPECIAL GUEST: A Conversation with Vanessa Bayer
Juliana Hatfield
A prominent singer-songwriter known for her work in the 90s music scene
Episode: 1.15: So-Called Angels
Doree Shafrir
Co-host of Forever 35 and author of Startup a Novel
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Devon Odessa
Actress known for playing Sharon Cherski on *My So-Called Life*
Episode: CAST & CREATOR INTERVIEW: Devon Odessa
Devin Adessa
Plays Sharon in My So-Called Life
Episode: 1.08: Strangers in the House

Hosts

Joanna Robinson
Co-host known for her insightful commentary and background in various entertainment discussions, Joanna brings a rich understanding of character dynamics and narrative depth.
Kristin Russo
Co-host and acclaimed voice in LGBTQ advocacy, Kristin shares her experiences and perspectives, enhancing discussions around identity and youth in media.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Brings me back

    I really enjoyed this podcast! It brought back lots of memories and inspired me to watch the show again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jessiemase
    United Statesa year ago
  • Funny and spot on!

    I haven’t watched this show since it first aired in 94-95. I was a junior in high school when it premiered and this show was everything to me. I started rewatching because in another show that I watch they based a character off of Jared Leto in the 90s and I was in the mood to travel back to 1994 😂 I’m currently on ep 12 and I needed to find a podcast that covered it and I was so happy to find this one! I found myself laughing out loud at work listening. Thank you for this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JPRainbiw
    United Statesa year ago
  • Comfort podcast

    This is my comfort podcast. I listen to it every time I clean my house lol. It’s so thoughtful and funny and MSCL was my whole personality as a teen and I’ve never gotten over it!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jackiestu80
    Canada3 years ago
  • Too scattered/off topic

    I was excited to listen to this but the hosts are kind of all over the place, like they don’t walk through the episode in a linear way, they talk about different parts of it and skip over a lot of stuff, they don’t play many clips from the show and they go off topic too much talking about their personal experiences. Also, the regular Buffy references are annoying bc I’ve never seen the show and don’t care about it. I much prefer the other podcast about this show but I’ll prob keep listening to s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    govegan268
    United States3 years ago
  • Unbelievably Good

    Like buffering I don’t see what Kristin sees but she makes me laugh. Joanna is almost always spot on. Either way. I’ve loved this show since it aired and watched it multiple times over the years. Listening to this podcast was kind of therapeutic. I’d highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thegirrlss
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' humor and authentic reflections on adolescence and the relevance of the show. Many enjoy the nostalgia the podcast evokes, connecting personal stories with the themes of the episodes.
There are comments appreciating the depth of analysis and emotional insight, resonating with personal experiences and making the show feel relatable.
Critiques mention a desire for more structure in the discussions, as some episodes can feel scattered, though most are still captivated by the content overall.

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CAST & CREATOR INTERVIEW: Devon Odessa
Q: What was the hardest challenge accessing Sharon’s character?
Devon found it challenging to connect with Sharon originally, as she typically portrayed more rebellious characters and had to adjust to portraying Sharon's complexities.
CAST & CREATOR INTERVIEW: Devon Odessa
Q: What were you, Devon, listening to when you were filming My So-Called Life?
While filming, Devon likely listened to Tori Amos and anticipated that Sharon would have enjoyed artists like Buffalo Tom and Lisa Loeb.

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A dynamic and nostalgic exploration of the iconic series featuring adolescent complexities and cultural significance. Through vivid discussions, the hosts examine character relationships, touching storylines, and the societal themes woven throughout the episodes, effectively capturing the essence of youth in the 90s. Notably, they highlight the show's progressive representation of LGBTQ identities and its deep impact on viewers, showcasing how its emotional narratives resonate with both past and present realities. Each episode blends personal anecdotes with insightful commentary, making it a compelling listen for fans seeking both humor and reflection on their own adolescent experiences.

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