Everyone Deserves Sunshine: Girls in the Crease - A Heated Rivalry Podcast
Society & Culture
About
A Heated Rivalry - inspired podcast about fictional people, real feelings, and the joy we find in a messed-up world. We’ll explore sex, masculinity, tenderness, raising kids, ambition, identity, and spiral into personal stories, culture, and whatever we’re currently obsessed with. Hosted by the Girls in the Crease (yes, a hockey thing… and yes, also that). Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and come get your sunshine. Say hi: EveryoneDeservesSunshine@gmail.com
Episodes
- Episode 17: The Mothers of Heated Rivalry
This Mother's Day episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine focuses on the mothers of Heated Rivalry. It examines how motherhood, emotional labor, and loss shape individuals, connecting the show's emotional realities to personal experiences of…
- Episode: 16: Heated Rivalry the Book vs Heated Rivalry the Show
This episode compares the "Heated Rivalry" book and show, noting the show effectively captures the book's emotional intimacy through visual storytelling. Both versions highlight the characters' internal struggles with believing in mutual f…
- Episode 15: Queer Representation in Media
This episode features Dr. Alan Amtzis, who analyzes queer representation in media, using the show Heated Rivalry as a case study. Dr. Amtzis discusses character construction, masculinity, sexuality, identity, and the show's exploration of…
- Episode 14: Heated Rivalry's Underrated Scenes
This episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine focuses on the underrated moments within a series, examining subtle details like micro-expressions and overlooked characters. The hosts reflect on how revisiting the story enhances appreciation an…
- Episode 13: Advocacy & Breaking Walls
This episode features Tracy, a former school board director and activist, discussing real-world allyship, the impact of stories on empathy and representation, and advocating for LGBTQ+ students. The conversation explores micro-allyship ver…
- Episode 12: Ilya Rozanov's Identity
This episode uses the PVEST framework to analyze Ilya Rozanov's identity, examining how his upbringing in Russia influenced his coping mechanisms and personal development. It discusses the tension between understanding and excusing behavio…
- Episode 11: Shane Hollander's Identity
This episode features Dr. Tabitha Dell'Angelo discussing Shane Hollander's identity, examining the influences of his environment using Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory. It explores how various aspects of his life shape his experi…
- Episode 10: Women In Our Feelings
This episode explores the concept of emotional wear and tear from responsibilities, grief, and expectations, particularly in women. Hosts Diana and Anusha share personal stories of burnout and discuss how the story 'Heated Rivalry' brought…
- Episode 9: Women & Allyship
This episode examines the role of women like Svetlana, Rose, and Elena as allies in the Heated Rivalry podcast, discussing how they foster honesty and love in the men's lives by creating safety and asking difficult questions.
- Episode 8: Art Begets Art
This episode discusses how the fan community around Heated Rivalry inspired creativity and art, using Melanie (uhbucky) as an example of how fan edits can lead to professional opportunities and community building.
- Episode 7: Queer Representation
This episode features Mason discussing the lived queer experience of Heated Rivalry, focusing on representation. Topics include found family, bisexuality, insecurity, and the personal significance of seeing oneself reflected in a narrative.
- Episode 6: Anti-Dystopia
This episode discusses anti-dystopia and the joy found in media like "Heated Rivalry," exploring escapism and how consuming earnest content can be restorative. Guest Jenka Garfinkel joins to unpack modern media
- Episode 5: Needle Drops & Heartbeats
This episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine analyzes how the series 'Heated Rivalry' utilizes music for emotional storytelling. It includes a discussion with Harrison about his cover of 'All the Things She Said' and examines the score's fun…
- Episode 4: Neurodivergence
This episode examines how
- Episode 3: The Immigrant Experience
This episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine examines the immigrant experience through personal stories and a focus on Ilya's journey as a Russian player in North American hockey, discussing themes of belonging, language, power, and family.
- Episode 2: Masculinity
This episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine discusses the concept of masculinity, challenging traditional norms and stereotypes. It highlights healthy masculinity by emphasizing emotional vulnerability and consent as strengths, and touches…
- Episode 1: Why we're obsessed
In the debut episode of Everyone Deserves Sunshine, hosts explore their deep affection for a show, analyzing its emotional depth, complex themes, and how it provides a sense of safety. They share their post-show activities and tease future…
- Everyone Deserves Sunshine Trailer
This is a trailer for the podcast Everyone Deserves Sunshine. Hosts Diana and Anusha will discuss the show Heated Rivalry.