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CXG301: Josh's Ex-Girlfriend Wants Revenge Oct 18, 2017

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Last time we saw Rebecca Bunch she was standing on a cliff, swearing to bring destruction and ruin to Josh Chan. It's eight months later. Two weeks in West Covina time. We finally get to see her Chan Plan.

And boy, is it a doody -- er, we mean doozie.

Amber and Suzanne squee and squirm their way through the showstopping season 3 premiere of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, "Josh's Ex-Girlfriend Wants Revenge." And we have so many questions...

How long will Rebecca keep up this femme fatale costume, both physically and emotionally? Is Valencia dead? Will Colin Crowley ever meet Josh Chan? How many gift baskets did NP3 send to Rebecca? How satisfying is it to see Darryl stand up for himself? Will Rebecca really send that gift to Josh?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like.

SONGS:

Where's Rebecca Bunch? (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by the Crazy Ex-Girlfriend cast)

Let's Generalize About Men (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom, Donna Lynne Champlin, Vella Lovell, and Gabrielle Ruiz)

Q&A with Rachel Bloom and Aline Brosh McKenna Oct 14, 2017

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We ... can't ... even ... DEAL WITH how deliciously dysfunctional that premiere episode was last night! We are still processing and will post our full episode discussion on Wednesday. But, to tide you over, here is a charming Q&A with the delightful duo of Rachel Bloom and Aline Brosh McKenna. Enjoy!

References:

Darryl/White Josh GOT fan fiction
Rebecca's Season 3 Nail Polish: Wicked by Essie
Sherwood Schwartz: I couldn't find the writing method Rachel mentioned, so here's an interview with him on NPR's Fresh Air in which he talks about his television career

What Will Josh Think of Our Premiere Party? Oct 12, 2017

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Season 3 premiere is upon us! We are all caught up with episodes so here is a quick pop-up show to get you pumped for throwing your best Crazy Ex-Girlfriend premiere party.

Friday, October 13 is almost here!

CXG213: Can Josh Take a Leap of Faith? Oct 04, 2017

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CXGFans, you've done it now. You've recapped every ep you said you wanted. So take a moment and take a breath. After October 13, you'll start fresh. And finally we'll see....

The season 3 of CXGirlfriend. The third chapter in the tale. In an unexpected twist, it turns out renewals exist! We'll find it on our tvs so exhale!

We have arrived at the end of season 2! Suzanne, Amber and Shea relive this monumental finale, complete a fantasy draft, CXG-style, and ask these questions:

How is Paula only now discovering the magic of crafting? Where does one find a huge top secret stamp? Is Rebecca's father a straight-up villain? Will Hector's mother finally have a chance to wear that gorgeous burgundy a-line? Has Valencia found her true calling? How can Josh make such a healthy choice and immediately follow it with such an extreme (and unlikely unhealthy) one?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like! Plus, a special treat: some self-care tips from the insanely talented, always generous Rachel Bloom herself. (We are still screaming inside.)

See you for season 3!

SONGS:

What a Rush To Be A Bride (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom and Donna Lynne Champlin)

Rebecca's Reprise (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom)

CXG212: Is Josh Free In Two Weeks? Sep 27, 2017

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Ding dong! Suzanne and Karly are here to deliver a package at your front door: a fresh recap of episode 212, "Is Josh Free In Two Weeks?"

How deeply was Patrick involved in Rebecca Bunch covert support through his Paula connection? Was Nathaniel's plot line an attempt to reach a low so low that it balanced out the elevator high of last week's episode? Which *is* the manlier beast: bear or lion? What's the secret, Patrick? Just tell me what the secret is. Is there a manual? Do you have the manual? I know you have the manual, Patrick. I KNOW IT'S IN YOUR TRUCK, PATRICK.

... I'm sorry that I yelled in all caps, Patrick.

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like!

SONGS:

Man Nap (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Pete Gardner)

(Tell Me I'm Okay) Patrick (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom)

CXG211: Josh Is The Man Of My Dreams, Right? Sep 20, 2017

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Take cover, it looks like a storm's a-brewin' in West Covina! Amber battens down the hatches and Suzanne pops some Benadryl (literally) as we navigate the devil winds of episode 211, "Josh Is The Man Of My Dreams, Right?"

What is wrong with us that we like this Nathaniel character? Was Darry's dinner invite a Procter-vention all along? Why is Rebecca imbumpitent? Who will Karen choose: convict or cobra?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like!

SONGS:

Santa Ana Winds (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Eric Michael Roy)

Let's Have Intercourse (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Scott Michael Foster)

CXG210: Will Scarsdale Like Josh's Shayna Punim? Sep 13, 2017

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Pack your hashtags and pick up a magnet at the airport. We're heading to Scarsdale! Suzanne, Amber and Tonya gab parental problems, bashed in teeth, and a very unfortunate social media incident for one of our hosts as we chat episode 210, "Will Scarsdale Like Josh's Shayna Punim?"

(Spoiler alert: they do. They really really do.)

Just how much sugar can one man metabolize? Which escape room option did Mya go for with her college roommate Zosia Mamet? Why didn't Joshbecca post an announcement of their love on Linked In? Why *is* it so strange to go back home and see your parents? Would this trip have been better, worse, or more of the same if Rebecca had taken Greg instead of Josh? CAN WE HAVE MORE PATTI LUPONE, PLEASE? PRETTY PLEASE?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like!

SONGS:

We'll Never Have Problems Again (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom and Vincent Rodriguez III)

Remember That We Suffered (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Tovah Feldshuh and Patti LuPone)

CXG209: When Do I Get To Spend Time With Josh? Sep 06, 2017

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It's here, y'all. A pivotal episode in CXG canon. Amber and Suzanne chat love bubbles, desperate lawyering, the new kid on the block in episode 209, "When Do I Get To Spend Time With Josh?"

Becks and Joshy Bear are back together in their love bubble... but it doesn't take long for the new office price to pop it. What does this mean for their future? When is Raging Water ever truly clean? What did Hector and his mom chef up at their cooking class? And now that Scott is out of the picture, can Paula resist the temptation of the ... touch tank?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like!

SONGS:

Who's The New Guy (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Donna Lynne Champlin, Danny Jolles, Stephnie Weir, Esther Povitsky, & Michael McMillian)

George's Turn (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Danny Jolles)

CXG208: Who Is Josh's Soup Fairy? Aug 30, 2017

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Amber's back! She and Suzanne talk soup fairies, so maternals, and slow Josh Chan uptakes in episode 208, "Who Is Josh's Soup Fairy?"

What in the dickens was Scott Procter thinking? Does Anna Hicks not understand that germs can be passed through activities besides kissing? Is this a true moment of growth for Rebecca? What's the bigger fashion offense: stitchy jeans or zipper short/pants?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like, along with a special self-care rec for Scott Procter from Steve Monroe himself!

SONGS:

So Maternal (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom)

DUH! (Beth Slater Whitson and Leo Friedman, performed by Vincent Rodriguez III)

CXG207: Who's the Cool Girl Josh Is Dating? Aug 23, 2017

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Suzanne and Shea explore Buzzfeed quizzes, social media stalking and self-involved spouses in episode 207, "Who's The Cool Girl Josh Is Dating?"

How has Valencia not done some super stalking by now? Where was Heather while Val and Becks were falling down a three-day rabbit hole? Who will Rebecca wind up watching Friday Night Lights with? Which Hamilton number did the boss's kids perform before the West Brovinas went on?

We answer your questions, award our Giant Pretzels of the week and give our self-care recommendations for staying healthy and decidedly un-Bunch-like.

Plus a special bonus self-care recommendation from your favorite ex-girlfriend turned girl grouper Valencia, a.k.a. Gabrielle Ruiz! (@gabrielleruiz) It's another fantastic pick-me-up for you from this fabulous cast.

SONGS:

Research Me Obsessively (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Brittany Snow)

Let Me Call You Sweetheart (Beth Slater Whitson and Leo Friedman, performed by West Brovinas Andrew Arrow, David Bickford, Kevin Linell, and Steve Monroe)

You Go First (Rachel Bloom, Jack Dolgen, Steven M. Gold and Adam Schlesinger, performed by Rachel Bloom and Donna Lynne Champlin)