The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! The Original Beverly Hills 90210 Podcast

149 Lizzie & Kat – Love Hurts May 18, 2020

Lizzie and Kat continue their journey through Beverly Hills, 90210 season five with another socially-distanced podcast recording, and this one has a lot of complementary video content! Scroll down for more on the visual references discussed in this episode. And at 12pm PT on Tuesday, May 19, don’t miss Kat interviewing Elle Fanning about her role as executive producer and star of Hulu’s new comedy series The Great, which you can participate in live as part of Women In Film’s Laptop Cinema Club—RSVP here.

The Flaming Lips' performance at the Peach Pit After Dark, which is deleted from the episode on Hulu and DVD
The Flaming Lips-produced album Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (streaming for free)
Live reunion of Landry’s (Jesse Plemons) band Crucifictorius from Friday Night Lights covering The Flaming Lips’ “She Don’t Use Jelly” at SXSW
Tracy Fraim (Lenny) alongside Sarah Paulson as the hairdresser behind Marcia Clark’s iconic ‘do in American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson (video)
Libertarian activist, veteran, and alumnus of our alma mater: Adam Kokesh
The 1989 École Polytechnique massacre, in which 14 women were killed by a shooter who claimed he was “fighting feminism”
The documentary Tower about the 1966 shooting at the University of Texas at Austin
Tracy Fraim (Lenny) alongside Mark Wahlberg in Fear:

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148 Pallavi Yetur & Erin Khar – Alone at the Top Apr 27, 2020

This episode was recorded back in September 2019, when Kat was joined on location by our NYC co-host, writer and mental health professional Pallavi Yetur. We were very excited to interview 90210 superfan, author Erin Khar, whose memoir Strung Out: One Last Hit and Other Lies That Nearly Killed Me, debuted recently to great acclaim. Check out her Ravishly advice column “Ask Erin,” and the article that first brought her to our attention: “I Learned Everything About Relationships From Watching Beverly Hills, 90210.”

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147 Kim Hoffman – Stormy Weather Apr 20, 2020

We’re joined this week by a member of The Blaze family, Kim Hoffman—who’s joined us as a guest many times over the years—to discuss the 21st episode of Beverly Hills, 90210’s fifth season, “Stormy Weather.” Discussed in this episode:

Kim’s appearance on a recent episode of Autostraddle’s “To L And Back: An L Word Podcast”
Kim’s article “What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common”
The Zoom reunion of the My So-Called Life cast (minus Jared Leto)
James C. Victor (“Peter Tucker”)’s interview on the “Reliving My Youth” podcast

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146 Ethan Harper – You Gotta Have Heart Apr 13, 2020

And we’re back to our episode-by-episode dissection of season five of Beverly Hills, 90210! This week, Kat’s joined by illustrator Ethan Harper, a pop culture savant with a special affinity for Twin Peaks. Join the pair as they dive into a series of Valentine’s Day misadventures for the gang at Cal U, as the Peach Pit After Dark hosts a telethon for pediatric heart health, Ray is tempted to cheat on Donna with Val, and Kelly’s sucked further into the grasp of Professor Finley and the New Evolution.

Discussed in this episode:

MTV’s short-lived Clone High (watch the entire series on YouTube)
Craft service professional-turned-actor Jeanne Chinn’s autobiography
The 1987 cartoon Beverly Hills Teens
The first season of Bee and PuppyCat
Joe E. Tata’s caricature saga
Paula Abdul’s “Opposites Attract” music video, featuring MC Skat Kat

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Lizzie & Kat Social Distance Apr 06, 2020

We’re back for a topical check-in before resuming our regularly-scheduled episodes as we recap the rest of Beverly Hills, 90210 season five! The world has entered into the confusing new reality of a global pandemic, and we’re catching up from our respective homes as we hypothesize about how the original series might have tackled a very special topic such as Coronavirus, and what it would mean for our favorite characters. Then, we run through the latest updates from the 90210 cast members as they’re adjusting to life in quarantine.

We’re excited to bring you some levity in this strange time, and want to be clear that a bit of tabloid gossip and joking doesn’t detract from the seriousness of this situation. We’re incredibly grateful to our listeners who work at medical facilities, grocery stores, in food delivery or public transit, first responders, and all who are keeping society running at a risky time. We’ll continue to follow all of the recommended best practices for containing the spread of this virus, and urge our listeners to do the same!

Discussed in this episode:

Friend-Of-The-Show Mickey Keating’s dispatch from the live premiere of Corey Feldman’s documentary exposé The Rape of Two Coreys
Ian Ziering’s #motoquest
The latest episode of the With Brian Austin Green podcast, and BAG & Megan Fox’s outing as covered by the Daily Mail
Gabrielle Carteris’ statement as President of SAG-AFTRA
Jennie Garth’s lovely words on Instagram
Jason Priestley accepting the challenge set out by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for famous Canadians to encourage their fans to help #flattenthecurve
Shannen Doherty’s serious words as an immunocompromised individual
Tori Spelling’s troubles finding enough toilet paper for seven butts, and her defense of her daughter’s costume/character of “McQuisha”

Lizzie & Kat Celebrate Dads Jan 27, 2020

We’re checking in with an update since we announced our brief mid-season hiatus a few weeks back. Kat’s dad passed away, and she has been so touched by everyone’s messages of support and sympathy. Lizzie and Kat take the opportunity to share some memories of Phil’s support of the podcast and related 90210 concerns (mostly Ian Ziering), read his “IMDb bio,” and thank our listeners for the patience until new episodes of the podcast are back. We also bring you some updates from “90210 in the news,” and re-run our interview with one of the series’ most iconic dads, Matthew Laurance!

In memory of Kat’s dad, her family welcomes donations to the Malala Fund.

Discussed in this episode are Kat’s reviews of the Best Picture Oscar nominees (addendum), and:

Text from Kat's dad... 😸 @IanZiering #bh90210 pic.twitter.com/FNNLUhI0g9

— The Blaze! Podcast (@90210blaze) August 8, 2019

Text from Kat's dad... #BH90210 pic.twitter.com/bOlpQ773to

— The Blaze! Podcast (@90210blaze) August 17, 2019

Very touched and honored to have had my question answered by the only sage I trust, @RonnaGlickman (and @bryansafi)! 🇮🇱🎉👨‍👧 https://t.co/x5xyuSWeI6

— Kat Ex Machina (@kat_ex_machina) January 1, 2020

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145 Cullen Callaghan – Little Monsters (Part II) Nov 04, 2019

This episode is double the fun, so we had to break it up into two parts! Last week we dropped the first half of our conversation with Cullen Callaghan of the Gleeboot podcast, which focuses on teen soaps, the Luke Perry memorial episode of Riverdale, and Glee. This week we work through the season five Beverly Hills, 90210 episode “Little Monsters.” Discussed on this episode: Gerald McCullouch’s Twitter bio, Cullen’s alter-ego Ya Boi Ryan, Cory Monteith's final tweets, and this baffling screengrab:

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144 Cullen Callaghan – Little Monsters (Part I) Oct 28, 2019

This episode is double the fun, so we had to break it up into two parts! This week, listen to the first half of our conversation with Cullen Callaghan of the Gleeboot podcast. We dive deep into teen soaps, the Luke Perry memorial episode of Riverdale, conspiracy theories, musicals, and 90210’s parallels to Glee (thanks to Wilde Rebellion on Tumblr). Part II is where we examine the season five episode of Beverly Hills, 90210, “Little Monsters.” That part will drop next week, unless you support the show on Patreon at the “Les Wildcats” level or above, where you can listen to it right away! Discussed on this episode: the time Kat provided the improv prompt for a "Quick & Funny Musicals" take on Into the Woods at UCB, a relevant tweet or two combining Glee and Lizzo.

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143 Pallavi Yetur & Shelly Myers – Hazardous to Your Health Oct 14, 2019

Kat and East Coast co-host Pallavi Yetur were joined by Patreon supporter Shelly Myers and her husband Loggins to break down Beverly Hills, 90210 season 5, episode 18 “Hazardous to Your Health.” Sadly, their cat Brandon Walsh (“In temperament, he’s really more of a Steve Sanders.”) couldn’t be there. While Val and Dylan have a Mexican caper, Kelly and Brandon’s future is in the balance (depending on whether or not Professor Finley can be tenured). Discussed in this episode: hacking on-screen in the “Dilemma” music video, Swordfish, and NCIS. Click here to listen to Pallavi’s previous episodes of The Blaze!

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142 Pallavi Yetur & Jarod Hector – Sweating It Out Sep 30, 2019

Live, from New York (kinda)! While in NYC, Kat was joined by East Coast co-host Pallavi Yetur and guest Jarod Hector to discuss season five, episode 17 of Beverly Hills, 90210, “Sweating It Out.” Between manual labor and a spiritual sweat session on an Indian reservation, and a full weekend seminar with The New Evolution, this episode has it all. Discussed in this show: Pallavi’s article about Brendan Fraser and The Mummy, the podcast “This Land,” and tragedy at James Arthur Ray’s sweat lodge retreat. Listen to Pallavi and Jarod’s previous episodes of The Blaze!

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141 – The "With Brian Austin Green" Live Show Sep 04, 2019

This past weekend was a medley of Beverly Hills, 90210 friends and fandom! We were proud to be guests of the “With Brian Austin Green” live show fundraiser for Generosity.org, which included a podcast recording with cast members from the series at Torrance High School (the scene of the original West Beverly Hills High School), and a live performance by Color Me Badd. We also got to attend a VIP dinner and U4EA after-party the night before the show, and a lunch at the Peach Pit pop-up with our squad! Visit https://90210blaze.com/episodes/141-the-with-brian-austin-green-live-show for just some of our favorite photos from throughout the weekend.

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140 Kim Hoffman & Stephanie Hamper – Sentenced to Life Aug 26, 2019

Kat’s joined this week by guest co-host Kim Hoffman, and #1 fan of “the Dylan show,” Stephanie Hamper. Stephanie supports the podcast on Patreon—the subscription being a Valentine’s Day gift from her husband; swoon—and identifies as a Cindy. Stay tuned after the outro if you want to hear about toothbrush pyramid schemes from a dental professional. In addition to being passionate about Mel Silver’s representation as Beverly Hills, 90210’s resident oral surgeon, Stephanie is a mom who wants to spread the word about pediatric stroke. Learn more, and consider making a donation to support the Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association, in honor of Stephanie’s daughter Sarah.

Also discussed in this episode, the infamous VMA pairing of Milton Berle and RuPaul.

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139 Pam Myers & Joanna Wilson – Christmas Comes This Time Each Year Aug 19, 2019

Kat’s joined this week by Pam Myers, whom she and Lizzie first met at a concert featuring performances by Color Me Badd and Kid ‘n Play. She previously appeared on The Blaze for the Beverly Hills, 90210 season four episode “The Time Has Come Today,” and last week’s BH90210 Patreon exclusive recap episode. They’re interviewing Joanna Wilson, the world’s—or, at least, the internet’s—foremost expert on Christmas episodes of television series, whose works on the subject include the “Christmas TV History” podcast and blog, and a number of encyclopedic books.

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138 Julia Cunningham – Injustice for All Aug 12, 2019

We’re reeling from the rave-turned-lesbian-house-fire, and so are Kelly and Steve. Luckily, we’re joined again by Julia Cunningham, morning DJ on SiriusXMU, and soon-to-be-cohost of the new entertainment interview series The Jess Cagle Show. Charitable organizations discussed on this episode: Kids in Need of Defense, RAICES. Listen to Julia’s previous episode, season three’s “Back in the High Life Again.”

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137 – BH90210 episode 1: The Reunion Aug 08, 2019

Well… it happened! Steve Sanders Management has spent the past two decades working to get a reboot or reunion of Beverly Hills 90210 on the air, and a miniseries starring the original cast playing fictionalized versions of themselves has finally premiered. We live-tweeted the premiere episode of BH90210, and were joined for immediate reactions afterwards by Santina Muha, Kim Hoffman, and Mickey Keating.

Be sure to keep up with our live tweets of the West Coast airings of the rest of the series for the next five weeks, 9pm Pacific Time on Fox! Podcast recaps for the episodes will be available for Patreon supporters at the “Les Wildcats” level and above! And if you want to share your reactions or viewing experiences, please send them to us! Our journey through season five of the original series will resume on Monday with the episode “Injustice for All” providing a continuation from the cliffhanger of the previous episode’s lesbian house fire!

Listen to Santina, Kim, and Mickey’s previous appearances on the podcast.

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'BH90210' Reboot Minisode Aug 05, 2019

We can hardly believe that it's finally here... this Wednesday, August 7—29 years after the premiere of Beverly Hills, 90210, and 19 years after its conclusion—the miniseries reboot, BH90210, will premiere on Fox. We'll be live-tweeting the West Coast premiere at @90210blaze, and releasing our next full-length episode the next day, covering the reboot premiere with some ~friends of the show.~ Recaps of the further episodes of the reboot will be found on our Patreon, and our journey through season 5 of the original series will resume next week! 🤜🤜

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136 Mickey Keating – Up in Flames Jul 29, 2019

Joining us for the original Fyre Fest—the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where Steve Sanders Management set a rave party ablaze—is the multi-talented Mickey Keating! Mickey is a full-time contributor to Instinct Magazine, and his debut short horror film Daddy’s Girl is available to watch online at Crypt TV. More importantly, he’s a burgeoning game show and talk show prodigy, and you can watch his appearances on Joker’s Wild with Snoop Dogg, and The Wendy Williams Show. His book Paused is available on Amazon.

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135 Leeni Ramadan & Kim Hoffman – Rock of Ages Jul 22, 2019

Kat is joined this week by Blaze family members Kim Hoffman and Leeni Ramadan to scalp tickets to the Rolling Stones show at the Rose Bowl and start an online flame war. This episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 was originally titled “That Voodoo That You Do,” and is not available for streaming on Hulu—so you’ll have to watch it on DVD! Listen to Kim and Leeni’s previous appearances on the podcast. Discussed in this episode:

Lenny Kravitz’s piercer Elayne Angel reminisces about their friendship (NSFW)
Lindy West’s confrontation of one of her internet trolls
Why punctuation has become passive-aggressive

The IMDb profile photos discussed in this episode, Mark Damon Espinoza and Wesley Allen Gullick:

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134 Ebony Adams – Hate Is Just a Four-Letter Word Jul 15, 2019

Lizzie and Kat are joined by author, artist, activist, and (former) academic Ebony Adams. She hosts the Feminist Frequency Radio podcast, whose motto is, “Be critical of the media you love,” and coauthored History vs. Women: The Defiant Lives that They Don’t Want You to Know with media critic Anita Sarkeesian. Together we analyze the racially-charged episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 that tackles a controversial, anti-semitic speaker invited to California University, putting the Black Student Union at odds with the Maccabee Center (and Andrea)—with Brandon stuck in the middle.

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133 Andy Kamenetzky – The Dreams of Dylan McKay Jul 08, 2019

We are thrilled to discuss this unforgettable episode with Andy Kamenetzky, who originally joined us for the season two episode, “A Competitive Edge.” Andy is a sports reporter for ESPNLA 710, and he and his brother Brian together host the Kamenetzky Podcast. So, that makes him the perfect guest to analyze the gameplay in the KEΓ House flag football tournament at California University—just kidding, the trippy journey through Dylan’s psyche has always made this Andy’s favorite episode of the series. Discussed on this episode:

The Space Jam website
“90210 What Becomes A Legend Most?” by David Browne for Entertainment Weekly, September 1994
The opioid receptor antagonist Naloxone (brand name: Narcan) was approved for opioid abuse treatment in 1971 by the FDA with opioid abuse kits being distributed by many states to medically untrained people beginning in 1996.
- If you or someone you know are battling opioid addiction, resources can be found at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) website.
- For information about opioid overdose, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.
“Luke Perry’s Startling Vulnerability in the ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Episode ‘The Dreams of Dylan McKay’” by Dan Piepenbring for The New Yorker, March 2019
To learn more about Piepenbring’s description of this episode as a “Boschian hellscape,” read: “How Hieronymous Bosch’s Hell Lives on Today” by Nathan Dunne for The Atlantic, April 2016

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132 Our Friend Anna – Intervention Jul 08, 2019

We’re very grateful that Kat is joined this week by our friend Anna to discuss the season five episode of Beverly Hills, 90210 in which Dylan’s substance abuse is confronted with a staged intervention and catastrophic consequences.

This episode features a frank discussion about mental health, addiction, and chemical dependency, and may be difficult for some listeners. The examples discussed in this interview are solely representative of the individuals speaking, and should not be generalized to apply to the vast diversity of lived experiences. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, a resource for local support groups can be found at tinyurl.com/90210help.

Discussed in this episode:

“Mackenzie Phillips,” People (1994); Breathe Life Healing Centers
Substance Use and Abuse: Cultural and Historical Perspectives, Russil Durrant, Jo Thakker (2003)
Alcoholics Anonymous a.k.a. “The Big Book” (4th edition, 2003)
Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot and One Day at a Time—both featuring friend of the podcast Santina Muha!

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"Intervention" minisode Jun 24, 2019

Scheduling issues are postponing our full length episode about Beverly Hills, 90210 S05E09, “Intervention,” so for now, enjoy a few tidbits about the episode preview, synopsis, guest stars, and recommended viewing.

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131 Amy Salvini Swanson & Beth Salvini – Things That Go Bang in the Night Jun 17, 2019

It’s so exciting for us to finally be joined by Beth and Amy, the sisters behind longtime supporter of the podcast, Greenwich Letterpress! It’s such a delight to discuss the Halloween episode of Beverly Hills 90210 season five with them. Discussed on this episode: the Día de los Muertos movie Coco, the podcast Running From Cops, and Courtney Stodden’s sexy pumpkin patch photoshoot, about which the Daily Mail notes, “The pair were eventually asked to leave the patch by security after they received several complaints from members of the public who found Courtney's attire offensive and her behaviour of a sexual nature.”

This episode is brought to you by The Cocoa Fondue Show. Watch the short before June 24 to help it win the Amazon Studios All Voices Film Festival!

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130 Kim Hoffman & Leeni Ramadan – Who's Zoomin' Who? Jun 10, 2019

On this week’s episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat (and Friends), Kat is joined by Kim Hoffman and Leeni Ramadan to discuss season five, episode seven of Beverly Hills 90210, “Who’s Zoomin’ Who?” Listen to Kim’s previous episode, “Wild Horses,” and Leeni’s previous episodes “Misery Loves Company” and “Under the Influence.” Read Kim’s essay: What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common. And subscribe to Leeni’s podcast, “The Snax of Life”! Click here if you need your own Donna Martin “Babie” shirt…

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129 Carl Myers & Lance T. Lawrence – Homecoming Jun 03, 2019

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat (and Friends), Kat is joined by Carl Myers and Lance T. Lawrence to discuss Beverly Hills 90210 season five, episode six, “Homecoming.” We also enjoy a special message from Florence Ion! Listen to Lance’s previous appearance on the podcast, KXCU Presents: Heartbreaker, and Florence’s previous episode, Emily (a.k.a. The Pink Pearl).

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Rewind: Memorial Day Special May 27, 2019

Instead of a new episode today, we're re-releasing our 2016 Memorial Day special episode featuring Beverly Hills, 90210 cast alumni Douglas Emerson and David Sherrill. We'll be back next Monday with season 5, episode 6, "Homecoming."

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128 Santina Muha – Rave On May 20, 2019

This week, we’re joined for an iconic season 5 episode by our good friend Santina Muha. Listen to Santina’s previous appearances on The Blaze: “Stand (Up) and Deliver,” “Leading from the Heart,” “Something in the Air” (live read), and “Remembering Luke Perry” (clip show). Discussed in this episode: Santina’s short film Take It Back, the 90210 eyeshadow palette (sold out 😿), the extremely “dad joke” autograph of Luke from General Hospital, her memories of meeting Luke Perry, the THNK 1994 Museum, the wild art film that is Jamie Walters’ Levi’s commercial, and The Big One podcast.

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127 Lizzie & Kat – Life After Death May 13, 2019

We’re flying solo this week to take a serious look at the constitutional crisis following Brandon’s ascension to claim his birthright as the sophomore President of the California University Student Body, after the “shocking” death of his running mate Josh Richland. Well, you know what they say: when you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. This episode of The Blaze podcast features appearances by special guests Lucy Q. and Rick Dees!

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126 John Biersmith - A Clean Slate May 06, 2019

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast, we’re joined once again by our friend John Biersmith. Listen to his previous appearance on the show in the season four episode “The Girl from New York City.” Want to be a guest on The Blaze? Find out how by supporting the show on Patreon! Want to see some Shen Yun memes? Of course you do!

Dylan’s awkwardly signed (with rather feminine handwriting) glamour shot…

…and John’s equally awkward and INCREDIBLE signed portrait for us!

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125 Leeni Ramadan & Pallavi M. Yetur - Under the Influence Apr 29, 2019

This week, Kat is joined by guest co-hosts Leeni Ramadan and Pallavi M. Yetur. You can hear Leeni and Pallavi’s previous guest appearances on the podcast: “Misery Loves Company” and “Highwire,” respectively. Listen to Leeni’s podcast The Snax of Life and check out her music under the moniker Prom Queen. Follow Pallavi on Twitter.

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124 Lizzie & Kat – What I Did on My Summer Vacation and Other Stories.mp3 Apr 22, 2019

Well, we took an extra-long hiatus, so we’re back with an extra-extra-long season premiere episode. No guest this week as we took our time to ease in to season five of Beverly Hills, 90210. This episode was recorded over two sessions, both of which were before the passing of Luke Perry, in case you’re wondering why it’s not discussed. If you missed it, you can listen to our memorial episode here. We cover a lot of territory in this episode; if you’re interested in skipping ahead to our discussion of S05E01, “What I Did on My Summer Vacation and Other Stories,” that part starts at about minute 70!

Articles discussed: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2015/07/greatest-tv-year-1994 https://www.vulture.com/2014/08/1994-95-week-opening-essay-ratings-graphic.html Our episode with Go Bayside! host April Richardson: https://www.90210blaze.com/episodes/071-april-richardson-rebel-with-a-cause

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123 Remembering Luke Perry Apr 01, 2019

In an effort to memorialize our lifelong teen idol Luke Perry after his untimely death last month, we've compiled some of our favorite memories of Luke, and of Dylan McKay, shared on past episodes of the podcast. Listen to clips from the original series and anecdotes from Beverly Hills 90210 fans, cast, and crew.

00:54 — Beverly Hills 90210 Executive Producer Charles Rosin 01:39 — Excerpt from Rolling Stone cover story by Jay Martel; full episode 03:10 — Santina Muha; “Stand (Up) and Deliver” 03:40 — Sasha Perl-Raver; “Spring Dance” 04:20 — Sharon Spaeth; “Things to Do on a Rainy Day” 05:12 — Benjamin; “U4EA” live show 05:44 — Natalie London; “Mexican Standoff” 09:41 — Kim Hoffman; “Wild Horses” 13:24 — Karen Tongson; “Greek to Me” 15:23 — Carol Potter, a.k.a. Cindy Walsh; “A Walsh Family Christmas” 17:08 — Beverly Hills 90210 Writer Karen Rosin; “Isn’t it Romantic?” 20:35 — Dylan McKay clip retrospective

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Season Five is Coming Soon! Jan 28, 2019

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast is coming back soon for season five! Can't wait for the first new episode after the hiatus? This week, Patreon supporters at all levels will receive a seriously-supersized preview clip. Supporters at the $5-and-up levels will also receive a bonus "Chuck's Corner," where Beverly Hills, 90210 Executive Producer Charles Rosin shares some memories of the time leading up to what would be his final season of the series. Sign up now at patreon.com/90210blaze.

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122 Charles Rosin - Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington Jul 03, 2017

Join us for an XXL podcast episode discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 fourth season finale, “Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington,” parts 1 and 2. We’re joined by the executive producer of 90210, Charles Rosin, for an in-depth Chuck’s Corner looking back at Shannen Doherty’s last season as Brenda Walsh on the series.

Keep up-to-date with us by subscribing to “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app, and following us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also follow Kat on Twitter! Discussed in this episode: we recommend the Truu Stowray podcast, and it’s not too soon to get your tickets to see Babyface and Boyz II Men at the LA County Fair! Many thanks to Prom Queen who made our theme song, Greenwich Letterpress for sponsoring the show, and to all of you for listening!

121 Jarod Hector - Vital Signs Jun 26, 2017

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie & Kat” Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast, we’re joined by multimedia sports and entertainment journalist Jarod Hector. Jarod writes reviews, recaps, and interviews for Black Sports Online & BSO Entertainment, and describes himself as obsessed with men’s fashion and (most importantly) 90210.

Lizzie & Kat minisode Jun 19, 2017

We’re working to bring you the best podcast episodes as we approach the end of season four of Beverly Hills, 90210, which unfortunately means our recording schedule has been a little unpredictable. So this week we’re bringing you a fun update on one of this season’s most memorable guest actors, as well as some news about where you can see 90210 stars and friends of the Blaze on TV this summer!

120 Jen Grisanti - Truth and Consequences Jun 12, 2017

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we spoke with Jen Grisanti, an acclaimed script and career consultant, writing instructor, blogger, and the author of three books: Story Line: Finding Gold in Your Life Story, TV Writing Tool Kit: How to Write a Script That Sells, and Change Your Story, Change Your Life. Jen began her career as an assistant to none other than the Mister, Aaron Spelling himself, who served as her mentor for 12 years. She quickly climbed the ranks and eventually ran Current Programs at Spelling Television Inc., covering all of Spelling’s shows including Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, and Charmed.

Discussed in this episode: Actor David Youse’s one-man short film, The Callback. Also, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7 at (800) 273-8255.

119 Jessica Aceti & Brian Kirk - Acting Out Jun 05, 2017

Stars of the #1 Ugly Christmas Sweater meme of 2008, Jessica Aceti and Brian Kirk join us on the podcast this week, all the way from Seattle. Brian and Jess are game designers, and Jess is also the co-founder of Cap-Sac, the original fannypack for your head! You can even get your very own Blaze Cap-Sac from our merch site.

Discussed in this episode: this clip from actor Jason Majik’s demo reel featuring “SEGA CD Interactive for INXS: Design Your Own Video.”

Memorial Day May 29, 2017

No new episode today, Blazers, but we'd love to point you in the direction of episode 78 of our podcast, our Memorial Day special from 2016. It was a dream come true to be able to interview military veteran Douglas E. Emerson about his time on Beverly Hills, 90210 playing Scott Scanlon. We also had the opportunity to speak with actor Dave Sherrill about his career and his role as Gulf War veteran Jack Canner on the series.

118 Gil Hizon - Divas May 22, 2017

“The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast is joined this week by screenwriter, Beverly Hills, 9210 [sic] fan, and thrower of astrological shade, Gil Hizon. We first heard about Gil Hizon when our previous guest Denise Hewett announced that his script Finding James had recently been optioned; you can read the screenplay on Scriptd. Gil will be teaching a workshop at Script Anatomy in L.A. on June 17, “The Business of TV Writing for the Emerging TV Writer.”

117 Our friend Eliza - Blind Spot May 15, 2017

This week we’re joined by one of Kat’s oldest friends, who regrettably is brand new to Beverly Hills, 90210. But, with a Master’s degree in psychology and a lifetime of experience as a person who is blind, she offers some excellent insight into this episode. Donna is threatened as David develops an attraction to his piano tutor Holly, while Steve threatens the KEG President by outing him to the rest of the fraternity.

116 Our friend Pam - The Time Has Come Today May 08, 2017

TV fanatic Pam, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, joins us for the grooviest episode ever of Beverly Hills, 90210. We first met Pam in person when she let us sneak closer to the stage to sit with her at an “I Love the ‘90s” throwback concert featuring Color Me Badd, Kid ‘n Play, Tone Loc, and Vanilla Ice - so you know she’s a kindred spirit.

Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the winners of our “David Silver’s Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

Bonus Episode: Will Robelo - RuPaul’s Drag Race (”9021-HO”) May 07, 2017

Shantay! Tori Spelling and Jennie Garth guest-judged the latest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, and the queens had to compete in an acting challenge that paid homage to Beverly Hills, 90210. Longtime friend, early guest on the podcast, and drag enthusiast Will Robelo joins us to discuss our journeys with the art of drag and to recap this incredible night of television. You can purchase the RPDR episode on Amazon Prime, watch the Untucked follow-up on YouTube, and hear Jennie and Tori on RuPaul and Michelle Visage’s podcast “What’s the Tee?”

115 Jay Larson - Cuffs and Links May 01, 2017

Comedian, writer, actor appearing on the upcoming season of Twin Peaks, and host of The CrabFeast Podcast, Jay Larson is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! We talk about our Beverly Hills, 90210 journeys, the Santa Ana winds, and how to cheat at golf. Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the first of two winners of our “David Silver’s Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

115 Megan Rooney - A Pig is a Boy is a Dog Apr 24, 2017

Joining us all the way from Chicago is Megan Rooney, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles. Since Megan is on the Board of Directors for the Animal Care League, she’s the perfect guest to talk about Brenda and Donna’s involvement in animal rights activism. You can read The Baltimore Sun’s epic review of Beverly Hills, 90210′s 100th’s episode online.

113 Denise Hewett - Change Partners Apr 17, 2017

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we’re joined by Denise Hewett, the founder and CEO of Scriptd, a comprehensive database of original scripts that promotes transparency and visibility within the entertainment industry. We’re discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where “Power Feminist” Lucinda seeks independent financing for her documentary from none other than Dylan McKay.

112 James Cullen Bressack - Addicted to Love Apr 10, 2017

“The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast took a trip to the premiere of Shannen Doherty’s latest film Bethany, and we got to interview its writer-director James Cullen Bressack. We pair our review of the film, and interview with Bressack, with our analysis of the Beverly Hills, 90210 season four episode “Addicted to Love.” Bethany also stars Tom Green and Stefanie Estes, and is playing in select theaters, as well as available on VOD on Amazon and iTunes.

111 Dan Curry - Scared Very Straight Apr 03, 2017

Dan Curry is more than just the husband of last week’s podcast guest Margot Leitman, he’s also the head writer for The Eric Andre Show, and the author of the novel Kung Fu Lesbian. Dan has a lot to say about his own Beverly Hills, 90210 journey, and we all learn a lot about drug busts discussing this episode. Stay tuned for Dan’s upcoming science & comedy podcast “Science in Exile!”

The deadline to submit your entry for our “Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest is Friday, April 7.

110 Margot Leitman - The Labors of Love Mar 27, 2017

Writer, award-winning storyteller, and podcaster Margot Leitman joins our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast this week as David deals with his drug addiction and Andrea deals with morning sickness. Margot is the author of Gawky: Tales of an Extra Long Awkward Phase, and Long Story Short: The Only Storytelling Guide You’ll Ever Need. Along with former guest of “The Blaze” H. Alan Scott, Margot hosts Talking Crime, a not-so-serious true crime response podcast.

You can read the Los Angeles Times op-eds referenced in this episode here: “On the Dumping of a 90210 Role Model;” Charles Rosin’s response; Gabrielle Carteris’ response; and the response to her response. We’re also pleased to bring you updates on Peach Pit Willie, Jose Angel Santana, the Big Oaks Lodge, and a double-scoop of Chuck’s Corner!

109 KXCU Presents: "Heartbreaker" Mar 20, 2017

It’s 2am, Condors, and DJ David Silver can’t be in the studio tonight, so your gals Lizzie and Kat are stepping in to cover his graveyard radio shift. Calls come in from listeners April in Los Angeles, Lance in Montreal, Pallavi in New York, and Jess in Australia. This episode is an experiment into the electronic grid, so it’s a good thing we love to party!

108 Our friend April - Thicker Than Water Mar 13, 2017

There’s trouble in paradise, as David’s addiction is threatening baby Erin’s safety, Dylan’s little sister Erica is growing up, and Andrea receives some startling test results. Our friend April joins us for this episode of our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast and offers a law professional’s opinion on the gang’s shenanigans and various custody arrangements. You can listen to David Silver’s depressed playlist on Spotify at tinyurl.com/DJGrimReaper

107 Amy Jacobowitz - Crunch Time Mar 06, 2017

Writer and fellow Law & Order: SVU obsessive Amy Jacobowitz is the guest on this week’s episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, and we’re almost as stressed as David Silver during finals. Almost. You can watch Modern/Love, the short film Amy wrote (directed by Lee Toland Krieger, and starring Robert Schwartzman and Naomi Scott) on YouTube.

106 Marc Andreyko - Somewhere in the World it's Christmas Feb 27, 2017

Kat is joined by her sister Alexx as a guest cohost for this week’s episode, and it’s Christmastime in Beverly Hills. We’re honored to interview a Beverly Hills, 90210 fan, comic book writer Marc Andreyko, whose latest comics anthology Love is Love benefits victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting and their families through Equality Florida.

105 Robyn O'Neil - Windstruck Feb 20, 2017

Guess what, Blazers, Lizzie and Kat are in a throuple now, and our new life partner is visual artist and host of the “Me Reading Stuff” podcast Robyn O’Neil. These things happen when the Santa Ana winds blow through town! In this episode, we tackle Beverly Hills, 90210′s bad hombres like Howard Stern and Dan Rubin, and discuss David Silver’s unnecessarily *extra* nudity. Also, let’s talk Kanye.

104 Florence Ion - Emily (a.k.a. The Pink Pearl) Feb 13, 2017

Tech journalist, podcaster, and Bay Area native Florence Ion is our guest for “Emily,” the San Francisco-set episode of Beverly Hills, 90210. Florence is one of the hosts of TWiT.tv’s All About Android podcast, and a regular contributor to Android Central. Follow Brandon and Emily’s jaunt around San Francisco using Flo’s handy Google map!

103 Christine Elise McCarthy - Radar Love Feb 06, 2017

We’re thrilled to welcome writer, actress, and blogger Christine Elise McCarthy back to our podcast to talk about her return to Beverly Hills, 90210 as Brandon’s true love Emily Valentine. Christine first joined us for our "U4EA” live show, but this time it’s just the three of us. Subscribe to Christine’s incredible food porn site Delightful-Delicious-Delovely, and don’t miss her hilarious novel Bathing and the Single Girl.

102 Danielle Diggins - Take Back the Night Jan 30, 2017

Beverly Hills, 90210′s 1993 portrayal of a campus rally to raise awareness of rape and sexual violence still sparks an intricate and complicated dialogue many years later. We were privileged to be joined by our friend Danielle Diggins, whose insight about emotional subtleties and legal issues is invaluable. Thanks also to Andy Greene of the Gossip Guys podcast and Derick Armijo of Pop Sickles for their contributions to the conversation.

101 Ryan O'Connell - And Did It... My Way Jan 23, 2017

The whole gang heads to Vegas for Brenda’s elopement, and there was no one better to dish real talk with us about Beverly Hills, 90210 than Ryan O’Connell. Ryan’s a television writer, blogger, and has a fantastic memoir, I’m Special: And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves. Plus, we try out a new segment: “Dope! or Nope!”

100 Our friend Ashley G. - Otherwise Engaged Jan 16, 2017

Joined by our friend Ashley we celebrated not only Brenda’s engagement to Stuart, but also the first hundred episodes of our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast. It’s only appropriate that things get pretty silly in this one, and we included a special megamix at the very end, looking back at all the fun we’ve had since starting this podcast in 2014.

099 Bill Hanstock & Kristen Ray - Twenty Years Ago Today Jan 09, 2017

It’s the twentieth wedding anniversary for Jim and Cindy Walsh, so we welcomed back one of our favorite married couples, Kristen Ray and Bill Hanstock. Together, we reflect on Beverly Hills, 90210, how to get rid of an unlicensed firearm in California, and puzzles.

You can listen to Bill on the Weirdos From Another Planet! podcast, and Kristen on The Logline Podcast. Read Bill’s writing about sports on UPROXX, and see him talk about pro wrestling on AfterBuzz TV. Bill’s previous appearance on The Blaze podcast was for the episode “Fire and Ice,” and Kristen’s was for “One on One.”

098 Zach Selwyn - Moving Targets Jan 02, 2017

It is such a delight to be joined this week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast by musician, television host, and raconteur Zach Selwyn to discuss his 25-year obsession with Beverly Hills, 90210, the merits of 2015′s best movie Magic Mike XXL, and much, much more. Zach’s new podcast produced by Anna Faris and co-hosted by actress Missi Pyle, “Missi & Zach Might Bang,” is coming soon!

097 Joanna Cavaliere - Strangers in the Night Dec 19, 2016

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast, we’re joined by Chicagoan Joanna Cavaliere, one of the generous donors to our fundraising drive benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles. Be sure to subscribe to Joanna’s newsletter about pop culture, fashion, and more at http://tinyurl.com/emphasismine!

096 Josh Stewart - Radio Daze Dec 12, 2016

We didn’t quite get to the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode “Radio Daze” in last week’s episode, but please do make sure to listen to our special interview with actor Paul Johansson about his time playing John Sears on 90210. So this week, we are joined once again by Josh Stewart (1, 2) to get freaky at the freshman pool party / dance contest. Plus, we introduce a new segment for our time at California University!

L.A. listeners, Kat will be performing in the Beverly Hills, 90210 themed storytelling & variety show “I Will Always Love You...” at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre on Saturday, December 17 at 9pm. It’s a free show!

095 Paul Johansson interview - with guest co-host Josh Stewart Dec 08, 2016

Beverly Hills, 90210′s B.M.O.C. John Sears himself, Paul Johansson joins “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast to talk about his career from Parker Lewis Can’t Lose to One Tree Hill, Mad Men, Once Upon a Time, and now writing, directing, and more. “Blaze” all-star (1, 2) and pop culture sommelier Josh Stewart joins as guest co-host.

Radio Daze minisode Dec 05, 2016

This week’s episode has been postponed to Thursday night so we could schedule the recording with our guest, but we’re sure that it’ll be worth the wait! For now here are some great tidbits from our teen hotline, and a flashback to the Fox promo for this episode of Beverly Hills, 90210.

094 Karen Tongson - Greek to Me Nov 28, 2016

Since we didn’t even go to a school with a Greek system, we recruited USC Gender Studies professor and pop culture expert Karen Tongson to join us on the show to discuss the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where Andrea meets an anti-Semitic sorority president! Karen’s cultural study of Los Angeles’ sprawl, Relocations: Queer Suburban Imaginaries, is available on Amazon. She can also be heard as a guest host of the Pop Rocket podcast, and has contributed to the latest issue of the food magazine Lucky Peach.

What we were drinking: Coke Zero What we were eating: pastries from Porto’s Cuban bakery

Chuck's Corner Bonus Minisode Nov 27, 2016

We’re excited to bring you a bonus mini episode chock full of Beverly Hills, 90210′s Executive Producer Charles Rosin’s behind-the-scenes scoop about the show’s transition from high school to college.

093 Brian Hill - The Little Fish Nov 21, 2016

Recorded LIVE at Comic Con Palm Springs, for this episode when the Beverly Hills 90210 gang gets to California University, we welcomed our friend, and fellow alum of our alma mater, Brian Hill to the stage!

092 John Biersmith - The Girl from New York City Nov 14, 2016

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie & Kat” podcast, we welcome listener John Biersmith, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, LIVE VIA SATELLITE (or something) all the way from Kansas City! We talk all about Beverly Hills, 90210 - and the world of toys - with him!

What we were drinking: rosé What we were eating: gummy fruit snacks

091 Shelley Reinstein & Liza Okun - So Long, Farewell, Auf Weidersehen, Goodbye Nov 07, 2016

We’re ready to kick off season four of Beverly Hills, 90210 with “nine-oh” superfans and good friends Shelley Reinstein and Liza Okun. As the gang wraps up the summer before college, we’re excited to premiere a new Spotify playlist for freshman year at California University, which you can subscribe to at tinyurl.com/CalUfrosh. Also, don’t forget you can share your 90210 journey with us at our teen hotline: (802) 55-90210!

What we were drinking: Mountain Door wine What we were eating: Diddy Riese cookies

090 Charles Rosin - Season Three Wrap-Up Oct 31, 2016

We took a special look back at the high school years of Beverly Hills 90210 with the series’ executive producer Charles Rosin, counting down his top ten behind-the-scenes tidbits about the season three finale episode, “Commencement,” and answering listener questions!

What we were drinking: Angel City Brewery IPA What we were eating: Halloween candy

089 Lindsay Blake - "Beverly Hills, 90210" Location Stalker Oct 24, 2016

We had the opportunity to interview Lindsay Blake, the genius behind the film and television location hunting site I Am Not A Stalker. We’ve referenced her work numerous times when learning more about where our favorite Beverly Hills, 90210 scenes were filmed, and it was so much fun to freak out together over how much we’re all obsessed with the show.

What we were drinking: watermelon margaritas What we were eating: chips & guacamole

089 Lindsay Blake - "Beverly Hills, 90210" Location Stalker Oct 24, 2016

We had the opportunity to interview Lindsay Blake, the genius behind the film and television location hunting site I Am Not A Stalker. We’ve referenced her work numerous times when learning more about where our favorite Beverly Hills, 90210 scenes were filmed, and it was so much fun to freak out together over how much we’re all obsessed with the show.

What we were drinking: watermelon margaritas What we were eating: chips & guacamole

088 Lizzie & Kat - Commencement Oct 17, 2016

For a super-sized look back at the high school seasons of Beverly Hills 90210, hosts Lizzie and Kat break down the two-part graduation episode of the series, reminiscing about past guests and diving deep into what made this show so special. To leave questions about season three for Executive Producer Charles Rosin, leave a voicemail at (802) 55-90210!

What we were drinking: champagne What we were eating: vegan Thai curry

087 Something in the Air Oct 03, 2016

Donna Martin graduates! Donna Martin graduates! Donna Martin graduates! Lizzie and Kat hosted an all-star cast in a live staged reading of the classic season three episode of Beverly Hills 90210, “Something in the Air,” and you can listen now!

To hear the full recording of the “Donna Martin Graduates” live read and cast Q&A, click here for download instructions. For a sneak peek of the full recording, as well as an update about our episode schedule, listen to this preview clip.

086 Gossip Guys’ Aaron Davitian & Andy Greene - A Night to Remember Sep 19, 2016

It’s a prom double-date as Andy Greene and Aaron Davitian, hosts of the Gossip Guys podcast, join Lizzie and Kat to discuss Gossip Girl, dissect the Beverly Hills, 90210 senior prom episode “A Night to Remember,” read fan fiction, and much more on this episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat!

You can still donate to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles at https://www.gofundme.com/donnamartingrad

What we were drinking: champagne, of course What we were eating: nothing (like Donna)

085 Jason Priestley - She Came in Through the Bathroom Window Sep 05, 2016

Who better to discuss this episode of Beverly Hills 90210 than its director ... oh, and the series star Jason Priestley! His new film Zoom is in theaters now, and of course we’ve loved him since first seeing him onscreen as Brandon Walsh in 1990. Jason is also currently starring in the series Private Eyes and Raising Expectations, with Molly Ringwald.

You can still donate to our fundraising campaign for the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, for exciting rewards at gofundme.com/donnamartingrad

"She Came in Through the Bathroom Window" Minisode Aug 29, 2016

We have a really exciting guest coming up to discuss Beverly Hills, 90210 season 3, episode 26, "She Came in Through the Bathroom Window," but because of scheduling issues we won't be able to release the next podcast episode until later this week. Please enjoy this thematically inspired musical interlude, and thank you for your patience!

084 Gwynedd Stuart - Senior Poll Aug 15, 2016

LA Weekly’s Arts and Culture editor Gwynedd Stuart is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! We talk Beverly Hills 90210, high school superlatives, and Disneyland, debrief after the “Donna Martin Graduates” live read, and announce some special offers you can bid on at our fundraising site: www.gofundme.com/donnamartingrad

What we were drinking: prosecco What we were eating: s’mores

083 Molly Tarlov - Perfectly Perfect Aug 01, 2016

From MTV’s Awkward and the film G.B.F., actress Molly Tarlov joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to talk about her lifelong love of Beverly Hills 90210 and more! To find out more about this week’s live staged reading of the “Donna Martin Graduates” episode of 90210, including bios of the all-star cast members, descriptions of the charities the event supports, and a link to buy tickets, visit www.donnamartingraduates.com. Can’t make it to the live show, but still want to support the cause? Visit www.gofundme.com/donnamartingrad -- no amount is too small!

What we were drinking: Sofia Mini Blanc de Blancs What we were eating: Susiecakes cupcakes

082 Billy Vera - Duke's Bad Boy Jul 18, 2016

While you may know him as the actor portraying Nat and Brandon’s bookie Duke on Beverly Hills 90210, listeners to KJAZZ 88.1 will know Billy Vera from his extensive career as a musician and bandleader! You can buy Billy’s new photography book Vintage Neon and his latest album Big Band Jazz through our Amazon link!

If you or anyone you know is struggling with a gambling addiction, you can call or text the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network at (800) 522-4700, or chat online with someone who can help at www.npcgambling.org/chat

Tickets to our live staged reading on August 4 of the season three episode “Something in the Air,” which is a fundraiser for the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and Jewish Family Service Los Angeles, are available now at tinyurl.com/donnamartingraduates! More information can be found at donnamartingraduates.com

What we were drinking: Pepsi What we were eating: cupcakes for Billy’s birthday

Live Read Announcement Jul 11, 2016

Tickets for our live staged reading of the season three episode of Beverly Hills 90210, “Something in the Air” are on sale now! Tune in to this special announcement for some casting news, and get your tickets online at tinyurl.com/DonnaMartinGraduates

081 Gabe Mountain - The Child is Father to the Man Jul 04, 2016

Television producer Gabe Mountain joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to discuss Dylan McKay’s inner turmoil as we dive into the Beverly Hills 90210 episode “The Child is Father to the Man.” This podcast episode contains another one of the most bombshell installments of Chuck’s Corner ever - listen now and here what the series’ Executive Producer Charles Rosin had to say about what went on behind-the-scenes of filming this episode!

To find out more about our upcoming live staged reading on August 4, 2016 in Beverly Hills, sign up for our mailing list at tinyurl.com/BlazeMail

What we were drinking: coffee What we were eating: vegan donuts

080 Suzanne Luna - Dead End Jun 20, 2016

For the episode of Beverly Hills 90210 where Brenda, Donna, and Cindy take up self-defense, we’re pleased to welcome martial arts Guru and Emmy-winning field director for The Ellen Show, Suzanne Luna to The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! You can learn about the Southeast Asian martial art of Silat through volumes one and two of Suzanne’s self-defense DVDs, and her upcoming web series can be found at Johanna Stein’s website. Looking for a martial arts academy in Los Angeles? We recommend 5 Star Martial Arts!

Don’t forget to sign up for our mailing list at tinyurl.com/BlazeMail to be the first to find out about when tickets go on sale for our live staged reading of the episode “Something in the Air,” taking place on August 4 in Beverly Hills, for charity!

What we were drinking: cheap pink wine What we were eating: red seedless grapes

079 Kat's Mom Francine - Parental Guidance Recommended Jun 06, 2016

We felt it was only responsible that we have a mother come on the podcast this week to discuss the Beverly Hills 90210 episode “Parental Guidance Recommended.” We talk about Iris McKay, crystal healing, and why “you should never trust a felon” with Kat’s mom, a law enforcement veteran and lover of television.

Sign up for our mailing list to be the first to know when tickets go on sale for our next live show on August 4, at tinyurl.com/BlazeMail

What we were drinking: sparkling apple cider What we were eating: fresh fruit

078 - Memorial Day Special May 30, 2016

In honor of Memorial Day, we bring you not one, but two very special surprise interviews in this episode, honoring both Beverly Hills 90210, and the servicemen and women that we remember on this day. Tune in for some exciting announcements about what’s coming soon with our podcast!

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To donate to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, please visit http://specialops.org

077 Julia Cunningham - Back in the High Life Again May 23, 2016

SiriusXM host Julia Cunningham, of Sirius XMU and Entertainment Weekly Radio’s LA Daily, is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk about all of our favorite show, Beverly Hills 90210! To read the December 1992 Variety article referenced in this week’s Chuck’s Corner, click here.

What we were drinking: Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey What we were eating: pizza

076 Travis Rodgers - Midlife ... Now What? May 16, 2016

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, we’re joined by ESPNLA 710 and Yahoo Sports Radio host Travis Rodgers. He’s entreated listeners of his radio show to engage with him about Beverly Hills 90210 using the hashtag #90210chat for years, and now he gets to help us unpack a revealing spa weekend, Jim’s mid-life crisis, Dylan’s fantasy life, and Brandon’s foray into gambling!

What we were drinking: Fat Tire amber ale What we were eating: strawberry cupcakes

075 Juliet Litman - The Game is Chicken May 09, 2016

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast, we’re joined by Juliet Litman, cohost of "Jam Session” on the Channel 33 podcast, and managing editor of Bill Simmons’ new digital venture The Ringer. This episode of Beverly Hills 90210 we’re discussing has it all: hot-rod racing, the policing of women’s voices on radio, and Seth Green! Also, there's substantial boy band discussion, and we wonder which 2016 Presidential candidates the characters on 90210 would vote for.

What we were drinking: Fat Tire amber ale What we were eating: KFC

074 Brendan Creecy & Derick Armijo - It's a Totally Happening Life May 02, 2016

THIS EPISODE IS BONKERS. Returning to The Blaze for the first time since they tried to defend the 90210 reboot to us after season one, Derick Armijo and Brendan Creecy of the Pop Sickles podcast are here for The Christmas Episode Of Beverly Hills 90210 With Angels In It.

What we were drinking: Pilsner Urquell What we were eating: Mulberry Street pizza

073 Sara Benincasa - The Kindness of Strangers Apr 25, 2016

Sara Benincasa, the author of the new book Real Artists Have Day Jobs (And Other Awesome Things They Don’t Teach You in School) is our guest on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week, to dive deep into a very special Thanksgiving episode of Beverly Hills 90210. Sara is also the author of DC Trip, Great, and Agorafabulous! Dispatches From My Bedroom.

What we were drinking: Coney Island Brewing Company hard root beerWhat we were eating: pumpkin pie with bourbon pecan ice cream

072 Kim Hoffman - Wild Horses Apr 18, 2016

We’re so excited to finally have writer Kim Hoffman on our Beverly Hills 90210 podcast! Kim’s been listening to The Blaze since the beginning, and has written essays for AfterEllen, Huffington Post, and more, such as “What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common.” This super-sized podcast about one of the series’ least well-remembered episodes was one of the most fun that we’ve ever had recording. Also, it includes perhaps the best Chuck’s Corner segment that we’ve ever had the privilege of sharing with our listeners.

What we were drinking: old fashionedsWhat we were eating: SusieCakes cookies

071 April Richardson - Rebel With a Cause Apr 11, 2016

You may know her as a stand-up comic, from her appearances on Comedy Central, or as the host of the Saved By The Bell podcast Go Bayside, but this week April Richardson is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to talk all about Beverly Hills 90210!

What we were drinking: Izze sparkling grapefruitWhat we were eating: Bo Nuage cloud cakes

070 Josh Stewart - Destiny Rides Again Apr 04, 2016

The last time he was with us was for a slumber party, this week, all-star guest Josh Stewart joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to talk about the most bonkers episode yet of Beverly Hills 90210. It’s got AIDS, Dean Cain, a hit-and-run, and Rosie O’Donnell. What more could you ask for?!

What we were drinking: Coney Island hard root beerWhat we were eating: leftover Easter candy

069 Zabeth Russell - A Presumption of Innocence Mar 28, 2016

Actress, writer, and improviser Zabeth Russell joins Lizzie and Kat this week to talk about Beverly Hills 90210! The stakes are very high in this episode: is Gil a sexual abuser? Will Dylan recover after surfing in polluted water? Will Brandon finally dance?! Find out all this, and more, by listening to our podcast!

L.A. ladies, see Kat perform in the “Sunday Night Sex Talks” storytelling show on Sunday, April 3rd at Bar Lubitsch! Tickets here. You can catch Zabeth performing in her improv shows Middle Seat and The Armando Diaz Experience!

What we were drinking: malbecWhat we were eating: cookies from Urth Caffé

068 Denise Dowse - Home and Away Mar 21, 2016

She’s the Vice Principal of West Beverly Hills High School, Yvonne Teasley herself: Denise Dowse! Denise joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk all about her time as a cast member on Beverly Hills 90210, as well as to discuss the social issues highlighted in this season three episode.

On April 10, you can see a production of Hairspray that Denise is directing at the 2nd annual Uniting for Change gala at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. This summer, Denise will also be directing Recorded in Hollywood, a musical about the life and times of John Dolphin, at Culver City’s Kirk Douglas Theatre!

What we were drinking: coffeeWhat we were eating: SK’s donuts

067 Pallavi M. Yetur - Highwire Mar 14, 2016

Professional psychotherapist and longtime friend of Kat’s, Beverly Hills 90210 superfan Pallavi M. Yetur is on The Blaze podcast this week to discuss some of the heaviest stuff ever to go down at West Bev - that is, the search for the perfect college, of course! In her words, “this episode gets suuuuuper Freud-y!”

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Pallavi’s sister, and Kat’s friend, Silpa. If you are able to, please consider making a donation to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, by clicking here. Thank you.

What we were drinking: Castle Rock pinot noirWhat we were eating: donuts

066 Jensen Karp - The Back Story Mar 07, 2016

Our guest this week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast has so many projects, it’s hard to keep up! We’ll just say this about Jensen Karp: his shop Patti Lapel is selling some incredible Beverly Hills 90210 merch, he hosts the Get Up On This podcast, and his upcoming memoir is entitled “Kanye West Owes Me $300 & Other True Stories From A White Rapper Who Almost Made It Big.”

065 Carley Steiner - Song of Myself Feb 29, 2016

We’re so thrilled to welcome back season one guest Carley Steiner to our Beverly Hills 90210 podcast The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! It’s back to West Beverly as the gang begins their senior year, and there’s trouble in paradise as new teacher Gil Meyers chooses Brandon over Andrea as the new editor of the school paper. Listen to our newest Spotify playlist at http://tinyurl.com/blazedandconfused

What we were drinking: passionfruit La CroixWhat we were eating: strawberry cupcakes

064 Ira Madison III - Castles in the Sand Feb 22, 2016

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, the original Beverly Hills 90210 podcast, we’re joined by senior writer for MTV News, Ira Madison III! In this episode, Dylan and Kelly have to keep a secret when Brenda and Donna return from Paris, Brandon’s girlfriend is racist, and David finally gets to perform his own muzak at the beach club! You can buy your very own “Les Wildcats” sweatshirt from our Zazzle store!

What we were drinking: LaMarca Prosecco & passion fruit juiceWhat we were eating: donuts from Donut Friend

063 H. Alan Scott - Shooting Star / American in Paris Feb 15, 2016

One half of Out on the Lanai, the podcast about The Golden Girls, writer and comic H. Alan Scott joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat this week to talk about the episode of Beverly Hills 90210 where Brenda meets “Reeeck”! Reserve your free tickets for Out on the Lanai’s next live show at the Nerdmelt Showroom on Saturday, February 20 at 7pm!

What we were drinking: root beer; Jim Beam MapleWhat we were eating: Lizzie’s vanilla bean & salted caramel birthday cake, made by Kat!

062 Amy Eicher, Dana Barron - Sex, Lies, and Volleyball / Photo Fini Feb 08, 2016

She performs improv, has appeared in several Funny or Die videos, produced the universe’s best game show, Billy on the Street, and she’s also a member of #TeamDylan. Amy Eicher joins the show this week to talk about Beverly Hills 90210! Also, actress Dana Barron calls in with memories of her time playing Brandon and David’s love interest, Nikki Witt!

See Amy’s musical improv team Trade/Off, and check out Dana’s restaurant eLOVate Kitchen!

What we were drinking: Golden Road Point the Way IPAWhat we were eating: veggies, pita chips, hummus

061 Karen Rosin & Lindsey Rosin - Too Little, Too Late / Paris 75001 Feb 01, 2016

Beverly Hills 90210 writer Karen Rosin returns to The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to kick off the Paris episodes of season three! She’s joined by her daughter Lindsey who had a guest role in the episode, and is now the director of such L.A. stage productions as Cruel Intentions and the upcoming Friday Night Lights musical, and the executive producer of the upcoming Cruel Intentions sequel coming to NBC, and Squad Goals coming to CBS. Lindsey’s novel Cherry is available for preorder through our Amazon link.

What we were drinking: mimosasWhat we were eating: croissants

060 Paul Stupin - The Twins, the Trustee, and the Very Big Trip Jan 25, 2016

According to Wikipedia, Paul Stupin “was recruited to the fledgling Fox Network as executive vice president of series programming, serving there from 1989 to 1992. Stupin's greatest legacy was bringing a twenty-nine-year-old screenwriter, Darren Star, to producer Aaron Spelling. Star had ideas of a high school drama and Spelling, for the first time since the 1960s, had not one show on the air. The result of their partnership was Beverly Hills, 90210.”

Paul now serves as the executive producer of Switched at Birth, and he previously executive produced Dawson’s Creek. We paired our discussion of the 90210 episode “The Twins, the Trustee, and the Very Big Trip,” with our interview with Paul about his time working at the network.

059 Leeni Queeno - Misery Loves Company Jan 18, 2016

And we’re back! To celebrate the premiere of season three of Beverly Hills 90210, we’re joined by Leeni Queeno of one of our favorite bands, Prom Queen. You heard her soulful singing at our live show with Christine Elise McCarthy, now listen to her talk about her love for all things 90210. Plus, we’re so happy to introduce a new intro and musical interludes for our podcast courtesy of Prom Queen! And stay tuned at the end of the episode for a new segment, “The Melrose Minute!”

What we were drinking: sangriaWhat we were eating: chips and dip

058 Cher Thompson - So NoTORIous Jan 11, 2016

On one more “hiatus” episode before we return to cover season three of Beverly Hills 90210, we’re joined by listener Cher Thompson of the blog “The Anonymous Woman” to discuss the complete series of So NoTORIous! Get your own copy of the show on DVD for under $5 on Amazon!

057 Jay Martel - Rolling Stone Magazine Jan 04, 2016

We had a chance to meet with writer and producer Jay Martel, who wrote the 1992 Rolling Stone cover story heralding Beverly Hills 90210′s place in the spotlight. Tune in for answers to all your questions about Douglas Emerson, and much more! You can buy Jay’s novel Channel Blue through our Amazon link.

What we were drinking: coffee and teaWhat we were eating: SK donuts

056 Lizzie & Kat - 2015 Year in Review Dec 28, 2015

As 2015 comes to a close, we want to share some of our greatest revelations about season 2 of Beverly Hills 90210, and look back at our first year of podcasting. Enjoy a variety of megamixes, montages, and medleys created for you with love. (The EW.com article listing our fave characters can be found here.)

055 Charles Rosin - Season Two Wrap-Up Dec 21, 2015

It’s time for The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat’s second standalone interview with Beverly Hills 90210′s executive producer Charles Rosin! You sent in your questions about the series’ second season, and as only he could, Chuck is here to answer!

What we were drinking: fancy coffeesWhat we were eating: bagels with lox & schmear

054 LaToya Ferguson - Wedding Bell Blues Dec 14, 2015

We’ve made it to the season two finale of Beverly Hills 90210, and we’re joined by TV critic LaToya Ferguson to talk all about it! LaToya writes for The AV Club, Complex magazine, US Weekly, and The Guardian, and hosts the television podcast The Televoid. In this episode, Mel and Jackie tie the knot, while Brenda and Dylan face off against Jim Walsh.

What we were drinking: La Marca ProseccoWhat we were eating: red velvet cupcakes

053 Natalie London - Mexican Standoff Dec 07, 2015

Author of the memoir Lyme Light, Natalie London of the band Hey, King! is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to discuss Beverly Hills 90210 and its role in her journey out of illness. You can listen to more of Natalie’s music at https://soundcloud.com/heykingband

What we were drinking: Corona with limeWhat we were eating: churros with horchata ice cream and homemade flan

052 Arika Mittman & Sharon Spaeth - Things to Do on a Rainy Day Nov 30, 2015

It’s the Color Me Badd episode of Beverly Hills 90210, and we’re joined by two women who were on set during their scene in the Peach Pit, Arika Lisanne Mittman - producer of Dexter and Elementary - and Sharon Spaeth - producer of Access Hollywood.

What we were drinking: PerrierWhat we were eating: Sprinkles cookies

051 Emily V. Gordon - Meeting Mr. Pony Nov 23, 2015

NOTE: The first fifteen minutes of the interview recording got corrupted during a file transfer, which caused the audio quality to suffer. Please bear with the static until minute 16 of the podcast, after which the audio problems with the episode are remedied!

Emily V. Gordon, host of The Indoor Kids podcast and producer of The Meltdown Show, joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat this week to discuss her new book Super You, her experience working as a therapist, and Beverly Hills 90210.

What we were drinking: the most terrible vanilla chardonnayWhat we were eating: Sprinkles cookies

050 Ashley York - The Pit and the Pendulum Nov 16, 2015

It’s our FIFTIETH episode! We’re so excited to be joined by Ashley York, the director of the Netflix documentary Tig and the forthcoming So Help You God. Ashley brings an incredible level of intellect and sensitivity to our discussion of this episode of Beverly Hills 90210 which focuses on the plight of the small business owner, a subject every teen drama should cover.

What we were drinking: Sofia sparkling wineWhat we were eating: fōnuts

049 Carly Myers - Cardio-Funk Nov 09, 2015

We’re obsessed with Carly Myers’ (a.k.a. ModCam1923) recaps on her blog, “Let’s Make Fun Of All The Clothes From Famous Original Beverly Hills, 90210,” and we know you will be too! She’s hilarious and we have been looking forward to having her on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast since the beginning.

What we were drinking: Crabbie’s alcoholic ginger beerWhat we were eating: cupcakes

048 Matthew Laurance - Baby Makes Five Nov 02, 2015

Lizzie recorded a special on-location interview with Matthew Laurance, the former actor known best as David’s father, Dr. Mel Silver, who currently works as a sports reporter in Lexington, Kentucky. This special segment pairs perfectly with Kat and Lizzie’s discussion of the episode “Baby Makes Five,” in which Mel proposes to a secretly pregnant Jackie Taylor.

047 The Gilmore Guys, Demi Adejuyigbe & Kevin T. Porter - Everybody’s Talking ‘Bout It Oct 26, 2015

Stars Hollow comes to Beverly Hills this week as the hosts of the Gilmore Girls podcast The Gilmore Guys, Kevin T. Porter and Demi Adejuyigbe, join The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat to talk about sex education in schools, of course, and as always, Beverly Hills 90210.

Resources and information about sexual health, STI prevention, and birth control can be found at http://www.cdc.gov/sexualhealth/

What we were drinking: Golden Road Brewing’s Get Up Offa That BrownWhat we were eating: Chicago Mix popcorn

046 Andy Kamenetzky - A Competitive Edge Oct 19, 2015

90210 superfan Andy Kamenetzky, ESPN LA radio host and co-host of the Land O’Lakers podcast, joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat to unpack Beverly Hills 90210′s take on steroid use in high school sports. It’s one of our most interesting episodes yet as we talk about sports, Steve, and much more. Buy the book Andy co-wrote, Fishing on the Edge, through our Amazon link, and read the article that inspired it, “The Happy Hooker,” at ESPN.

What we were drinking: Guinness, High West & ginger beerWhat we were eating: brownies

045 Bill Hanstock - Fire and Ice Oct 12, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat Beverly Hills 90210 podcast is joined this week by screenwriter, SB Nation writer and host of Scientific Podcast Goes Boink, Bill Hanstock! And, we all watched Lifetime’s Unauthorized Beverly Hills 90210 Story, and have lots to say!

For more information about Tonya Harding: The Musical, check the UCB Theater schedule, as it is performed monthly. Alexandra Martell’s article for Cosmopolitan is Dear Former Teen Soap Stars: Stop Bashing Your Old Show.

What we were drinking: Cream soda with whipped cream vodkaWhat we were eating: Baguette with an assortment of spreads

044 Carol Potter - A Walsh Family Christmas Oct 04, 2015

Released on the 25th anniversary of the premiere of the pilot of Beverly Hills 90210, please enjoy this special Christmas episode of The Blaze podcast with the actress Carol Potter, who played Cindy Walsh, the favorite mother of West Beverly High! Carol’s art will be on display TODAY at the Kline Academy of Fine Art in Los Angeles; click here for more details.

What we were drinking: cinnamon apple teaWhat we were eating: homemade sugar cookies

043 Mary Anna King - Chuckie's Back Sep 28, 2015

Author of the fantastic memoir of adoption and reunion: Bastards, Mary Anna King is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to discuss “Chuckie’s Back,” the episode of Beverly Hills 90210 that begins to deal with Steve’s adoption and search for his birth mother. You can see Mary at Literary Death Match in Vermont on October 2, and at Litquake San Francisco on October 11.

What we were drinking: sauvignon blancWhat we were eating: eclairs

042 Jeff Roda - My Desperate Valentine Sep 21, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat is joined this week by Jeff Roda, the writer of Lifetime Television’s upcoming Unauthorized Beverly Hills 90210 Story, which premieres on Saturday, October 3rd! We learned all about his process researching the series to write the movie, and are so excited for our listeners to get this perspective on the upcoming TV movie before it airs!

What we were drinking: prosecco and PerrierWhat we were eating: tea cakes from Martino’s

041 Christine Elise McCarthy - U4EA Sep 14, 2015

It’s the first ever LIVE episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, coming to you from the Nerdist Showroom in Hollywood! And we’ve got Christine Elise McCarthy herself with us to discuss her time playing the infamous Emily Valentine! Signed copies sold out to our audience after the show, but Christine’s book Bathing and the Single Girl is available through our Amazon page!

Musical guest Prom Queen is about to embark on a west coast tour, which you must check out! To get your own Blaze merchandise like our prize winner Benjamin (including a take on his “Gay for McKay” shirt, or your very own U4EA dealer shirt), visit our merch store!

What we were drinking: vegan proseccoWhat we were eating: gummy eggs

040 Pete Holmes - The Next Fifty Years Sep 07, 2015

It’s here: the big one. We couldn't think of anyone else to tackle one of the toughest and most memorable episodes of Beverly Hills 90210 than comedian and host of the You Made it Weird podcast, Pete Holmes. We talk about symmetrical faces, feeling like an outsider, and Brian Austin Green’s performance in the episode “The Next Fifty Years.” To find out what you can do to help prevent gun violence, visit http://www.bradycampaign.org/take-action

Our live show is THIS Saturday, September 12, in Los Angeles. Tickets are available at tinyurl.com/blazeLIVE

What we were drinking: American beer, in honor of ScottWhat we were eating: nothing

039 Jessie Rosen - Halloween Aug 31, 2015

The blogger behind 20-Nothings.com, and writer of the book of the same name, who also hosts the monthly storytelling series Sunday Night Sex Talks, Jessie Rosen joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk about one of the most memorable episodes of Beverly Hills 90210.

Tickets to our live show on September 12 in Los Angeles are available at tinyurl.com/blazeLIVE

What we were drinking: Autumn Shandies (1/2 pumpkin wheat beer, 1/2 ginger beer, orange wedge)What we were eating: Halloween sugar cookies

038 Krista Doyle & Erin Mallory Long - Down and Out (of District) in Beverly Hills Aug 24, 2015

Two-thirds of the Best of Friends podcast, our new friends Krista Doyle and Erin Mallory Long are on this super-sized episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! In this episode, Andrea and Steve take center stage as Beverly Hills 90210 focuses on school districts and gold diggers. You can buy Krista’s and Erin’s books through our Amazon link.

Tickets to our live show on September 12 in Los Angeles are available at tinyurl.com/blazeLIVE

What we were drinking: Seven Deadly Zins wineWhat we were eating: cookies from Canter’s Deli

037 Santina Muha - Leading from the Heart Aug 17, 2015

Listener favorite and Beverly Hills 90210 expert Santina Muha returns to The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast! Listen to her first appearance on our podcast, and watch Santina’s video, “What It’s Like To Be A Woman In A Wheelchair” on Buzzfeed. In this episode, “Leading from the Heart,” when Brenda and Brandon’s cousin Bobby comes to visit, he enters into a complicated flirtation with Kelly.

Tickets to our live show on September 12 in Los Angeles are available at tinyurl.com/blazeLIVE

What we were drinking: Coca Vino (red wine with Coca Cola)What we were eating: nothing!

036 Jason Shapiro - Necessity is a Mother Aug 10, 2015

The writer and satirical genius behind the Los Feliz Daycare Twitter account, Jason Shapiro joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to watch Beverly Hills 90210 for the very first time. It’s a family affair with the introduction of Dylan’s mother, Iris McKay. Having her in the picture drives Dylan to drink, and meanwhile, Donna experiments with playing the stock market.

Tickets to our live show on September 12 in Los Angeles are available at tinyurl.com/blazeLIVE

What we were drinking: organic cold-pressed juices with vodkaWhat we were eating: quinoa chips and raw ginger snaps

035 Frangela - Ashes to Ashes Aug 03, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat is joined by Frances Callier and Angela V. Shelton, a.k.a. Frangela, to talk about racial politics on Beverly Hills 90210. In this episode, “Ashes to Ashes,” Brandon confronts racial prejudice and profiling when a black family moves in to the neighborhood. Guest stars include Richard Roundtree (Shaft) and Vivica A. Fox (Independence Day).

You can buy tickets to our live show, September 12 at the Nerdist Showroom in Los Angeles, with special guest Christine Elise, here: http://holdmyticket.com/event/215845

What we were drinking: sangriaWhat we were eating: tamales

034 Shaun Lau - Wildfire Jul 27, 2015

Good friend and host of the No, Totally! podcast, Shaun Lau joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! podcast. We tackle feminism, friendship, and more as the series welcomes Emily Valentine!

Stay tuned for information on how to get tickets to our first live show, with special guest Christine Elise McCarthy (Emily Valentine herself!), September 12 at the Nerdist Showroom in Hollywood. In the meantime, listen to our “Back 2 School: Fall of Junior Year” playlist on Spotify! And order Christine Elise’s book Bathing and the Single Girl through our Amazon link!

What we were drinking: iced coffeeWhat we were eating: McDonalds hash browns

033 Brian Thompson - Camping Trip Jul 20, 2015

It’s one of our silliest episodes yet as UCB writer & performer Brian Thompson of the brand new podcast Something is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk about one of his favorite episodes of Beverly Hills 90210. The gang goes camping, Fran Drescher has a gay husband, and much, much more on this week’s episode of The Blaze!

What we were drinking: beerWhat we were eating: pizza & popcorn

032 Meghan Parks - Pass, Not Pass Jul 13, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast welcomes UCB performer Meghan Parks to discuss “Pass, Not Pass,” a very drama-filled episode of Beverly Hills 90210. We talk about being L.A. natives, and we’re all grossed out by West Beverly Hills High School summer drama teacher Chris Suiter. See Meghan at her next UCB show on July 30, La, La, La, LA: A Puppet Musical - tickets here!

Read Kim Hoffman’s Huffington Post article, “What My ‘90s Childhood and Popular LGBT Idols Have in Common” here, and check out Leeni’s band Prom Queen here!

What we were drinking: iced coffeeWhat we were eating: cinnamon rolls

If you or someone you know is experiencing end-of-summer eczema, please visit the National Eczema Assotiation.

For more information on The Cruel Itentions Musical at The Rockwell Table & Stage in Los Angeles, click here.

031 Ryan Conner - Play it Again, David Jul 06, 2015

Comedian, host of the Caligula’s Grotto podcast, and contestant on the new season of Last Comic Standing, Ryan Conner watched Beverly Hills 90210 for the first time and joined us to tell the tale! Weirdly, we discuss what Brandon does wrong when he discovers his new young friend is being abused, and Ryan makes some predictions about what’s to come for Mel Silver and the rest of the characters as the series progresses.

What we were drinking: Leinenkugel Summer ShandyWhat we were eating: coco, mango, & fresa paletas

030 Josh Briggs - Anaconda Jun 29, 2015

The Blue-Eyed Barbadian himself, Josh Briggs from the Totally Beverages and Sometimes Hot Sauce podcast returns to The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast to talk Beverly Hills 90210! He was last with us for a special segment on Andy Rosen’s episode, “The 17-Year Itch,” but we loved him so much we had to bring him back! Meanwhile in Beverly Hills, Dylan’s still reeling from his family drama, and the rest of the gang plays high-stakes poker.

What we were drinking: High West whiskey & pickle-backsWhat we were eating: BBQ potato chips & honey mustard pretzels

029 Go Fug Yourself (Heather Cocks & Jessica Morgan) - Summer Storm Jun 22, 2015

The women behind the amazing fashion blog Go Fug Yourself, and authors of the recent hit novel The Royal We, the Fug Girls themselves Heather Cocks & Jessica Morgan are on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! The four of us discovered that we’re all basically identical spirits, and we break into one of the most emotionally tortured Dylan McKay episodes of the series.

Special thanks to Shaun of the No, Totally! podcast. You can listen to Kat’s guest appearance on his show here, and you can continue listening to our Beverly Hills Beach Club Summer of ‘91 Spotify playlist here!

What we were drinking: Princesa Cava BrutWhat we were eating: orange cool whip pie

028 Maris Kreizman - The Party Fish Jun 15, 2015

Maris Kreizman, the brain behind the amazingly literary pop culture blog (and soon to be a book!) Slaughterhouse 90210 is our guest on this week’s episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat. Together we talk about a shared love for Beverly Hills 90210 and equally strong disdain for Brandon Walsh’s self-righteousness, all while trying to figure out exactly what is going on in this Beach Club episode of season two. Shout-out to listener blogs A Complete Waste of Makeup and The Anonymous Woman!

What we were drinking: a nice bottle of red wine that I forgot to write downWhat we were eating: an assortment of cheese & crackers

027 Lizzie & Kat - Beach Blanket Brandon Jun 08, 2015

Season two of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat is here, and that means season two of Beverly Hills 90210! Join us as we hit the Beverly Hills Beach Club to talk about the ramifications on Dylan and Brenda after season one’s cliffhanger finale and introduce drama teacher Chris Suiter (the poor man’s Dean Cain). Also, Lizzie and Kat play a new game à la “name that tune” to introduce their new Spotify playlists!

What we were drinking: Bloody MarysWhat we were eating: donuts

026 Brendan Creecy & Derick Armijo - The New 90210 Jun 01, 2015

It’s the final hiatus episode before The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat returns next week with season two! Brendan Creecy and Derick Armijo, hosts of the Pop Sickles Podcast and die-hard fans of the 2008 reboot of 90210, join Lizzie and Kat to argue the merits of the newer series. Brendan is also a lover of the original Beverly Hills 90210, while Derick has only seen the new one. Listen as they unpack the craziness of teen soaps in the ‘90s versus nearly 20 years later. [Note: the four of us went straight from this recording to a book signing where we met the Queen herself: Tori Spelling!]

What we were drinking: Irish coffeeWhat we were eating: bagels & fruit

025 Adrian Todd Zuniga - Literary Death Match May 25, 2015

Writer and stand-up comedian Adrian Todd Zuniga joins us for this special 90210 edition of his worldwide show Literary Death Match. Lizzie and Kat face off, reading selections from Jason Priestley’s memoir, Shannen Doherty’s Badass, Tori Spelling’s sTORI Telling, and Candy Spelling’s Stories from Candyland. It’s up to Adrian to judge a champion based on literary merit, performance, and “intangibles.” This is just a sample of what you’ll get when you check out a Literary Death Match in a city near you!

What we were drinking: Bloody MarysWhat we were eating: croissant

024 Our friend Sarah - sTORI Telling Book Club May 18, 2015

On this special between-seasons hiatus episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, we’re joined by our dear friend Sarah to host a book club about Tori Spelling’s memoir sTORI Telling! We start by counting down our top 10 Beverly Hills 90210 revelations after reading it, and go from there to the many parts of this book that ... made us think.

What we were drinking: Our signature cocktail “The Peach Pit”What we were eating: caprese sandwiches

023 Charles Rosin - Season One Wrap Up May 12, 2015

We feel extremely privileged to be wrapping up season one of The Blaze with Lizzie and Katwith an interview with Charles Rosin, executive producer of Beverly Hills 90210 for its first five seasons. Join us as we chat with him about the behind-the-scenes creative process of creating the show in its first season, and talk a bit about the legacy of 90210 on our listeners’ lives today, 25 years later.

What we were drinking: coffee and boba from Urth CaffeWhat we were eating: Passover-friendly coconut macaroons, fruit, and matzo

022 Our friend Alison - Home Again May 04, 2015

It’s the season one finale of both The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast and the show we love the most, Beverly Hills 90210. Our good friend Alison of the Fortnight on the Internets podcast joins us to discuss the season-ending cliffhanger episode in which the Walsh family and their friends cope with the possibility of a return to Minnesota. Thank you to all of our listeners for joining us for an incredible season one!

What we were drinking: Spanish moscato and champagneWhat we were eating: veggies & hummus

021 Sasha Perl-Raver - Spring Dance Apr 27, 2015

The episode we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. Sasha Perl-Raver, host of FX’s Movie Download (airing Fridays at 8pm), joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk about the episode of Beverly Hills 90210 in which Brenda loses her virginity to Dylan, Steve reveals he’s adopted, and Andrea struggles with third-wave feminism.

What we were drinking: Chandon champagneWhat we were eating: stuffed grape leaves and salted caramel mousse

020 Ben Lyons & Mike Kassar - Spring Training Apr 20, 2015

BFFs and West Bev-heads Ben Lyons and Mike Kassar join The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week to talk a lot about a lifetime of loving Beverly Hills 90210, and a little bit about the episode “Spring Training.” Ben writes for The Players’ Tribune and is the host of ESPN’s podcast The Lyons Den. Mike is a regular Nat Bussichio, owning Wexler’s Deli in Downtown LA’s Grand Central Market - our fav!

What we were drinking: a variety of beersWhat we were eating: popcorn

019 Dave Holmes - April is the Cruelest Month Apr 13, 2015

We're thrilled to be joined by Dave Holmes on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat this week, pop culture maven and former MTV VJ, host of the International Waters podcast, and host of the travel show American Canvas. After a nostalgia-fueled lovefest, we dive into the episode "April is the Cruelest Month," featuring guest star Matthew Perry in a role inspired by the real-life crime story of the Menendez Brothers. Then, we discuss the SATs, and, the return of dong talk! Also, Donna Martin has dyslexia.

What we were drinking: wine and vodka and juice and too muchWhat we were eating: cupcakes!

Read Dave's writing at Esquire and Vulture, and see him host the monthly trivia show The Friday Forty at the Nerdist theater in Los Angeles!

018 Emily Fox - It's Only a Test Apr 06, 2015

The creator of Vh1′s Hindsight, Emily Fox joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat to discuss ‘90s nostalgia, dig in to her time as a student columnist writing about Beverly Hills 90210, and tackle the subject of the episode: Brenda’s breast cancer scare. We also learn a lot about the interesting work that goes into bringing one of our favorite new shows to us every week. With special expert contribution from Wendy Nielsen.

What we were drinking: Francis Ford Coppola Winery Sofia Blanc de Blancs sparkling wineWhat we were eating: Samoa and Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies

017 Santina Muha - Stand (Up) and Deliver Mar 30, 2015

Our guest this week, multitalented comedian, writer, and improviser Santina Muha, proves herself to be an even bigger fan of Beverly Hills 90210 than we are! In this episode we discuss Brandon’s first foray into politics, Brenda’s urge to grow up fast, and myriad elements of the 90210 canon at large. We also get drunk and laugh our butts off.

What we were drinking: some Hawaiian Punch tasting concoction called “Sluricane”What we were eating: cookies from Milkbar

016 Archie Gips - Fame is Where You Find it Mar 23, 2015

Producer, writer, and director of scripted and unscripted television and film, including A&E’s Wahlburgers, Archie Gips joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! this week to discuss his first ever episode of Beverly Hills 90210. Archie gives us his expert opinion on Brandon's experiences getting discovered as a TV actor, and Brenda's retaliatory success story while filling in for him at the Peach Pit.

What we were drinking: Angry Orchard crisp apple ciderWhat we were eating: Mike 'n Ike's

015 Lizzie's sister Anne - A Fling in Palm Springs Mar 16, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! comes full circle this week as we’re joined by Lizzie’s big sister Anne to discuss one of her favorite episodes of Beverly Hills 90210. A lot happens when the gang goes to Palm Springs, from Brenda and Dylan considering the next step in their physical relationship, to Steve and the girls partying with David Silver’s grandparents. Meanwhile in Beverly Hills, Brandon mentors a homeless youth.

What we were drinking: wine & perrierWhat we were eating: banana chips & brown sugar cookies

014 Tony Rodriguez - East Side Story Mar 09, 2015

We're absolutely charmed by our guest Tony Rodriguez on this week's episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! He joins us to discuss race, class, and romance on this Image Award-winning episode of Beverly Hills 90210. Catch Tony on the 2nd Friday of every month at UCB Sunset in Quick and Funny Musicals!

What we were drinking: SkinnyGirl cosmos with boozy maraschino cherriesWhat we were eating: kettle corn and homemade sugar cookies

013 Josh Stewart - Slumber Party Mar 02, 2015

It’s time for a women’s conference slumber party at the Walsh residence! Writer and pop culture sommelier Josh Stewart joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! this week to discuss all the dramatic secrets revealed by Brenda and the girls after hours, while Brandon and Steve clash with a pair of femmes fatales.

What we were drinking: SkinnyGirl cosmosWhat we were eating: candy & popcorn (slumber party realness)

012 Elizabeth Laime - One Man and a Baby Feb 23, 2015

This week's episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! contains updates on cast members' dongs, a behind-the-scenes look at Hangin' with Leo: the unauthorized VHS documentary about Leonardo di Caprio, and we get schooled on parenting by Elizabeth Laime, podcast host extraordinaire! Make sure to check out her podcasts Totally Married and Totally Mommy!

What we were drinking: white wineWhat we were eating: homemade truffle roasted almonds, rice crackers with olive tapenade & edamame hummus, macarons

011 Paul Gosselin - B.Y.O.B. Feb 16, 2015

Multitalented actor Paul Gosselin (a.k.a. CosmoPAULitan) joins The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! this week to discuss the episode B.Y.O.B. We go deep into the IMDb bio of actor Richard Paul, learn about the etymology of soap operas, and discuss Brandon’s troubles with drinking and driving while his parents get propositioned by another couple.

Subscribe to Paul’s YouTube channel to watch every episode of his new web series Misguided as well as Getting Buzzed with Cosmo!

What we were drinking: cosmopolitans, of course!What we were eating: pepperoni & mushroom pizza

010 Karen Rosin - Isn't it Romantic? Feb 09, 2015

This week, The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat gets legit, as we’re joined by Karen Rosin, the writer of this episode of Beverly Hills 90210: “Isn’t it Romantic?” This episode bravely tackles the subject of AIDS, and kicks off the watershed romance between Brenda and Dylan. Karen provides invaluable insights on the scope of both storylines, and more broadly about the series in general. The original People magazine article about a young woman with AIDS that inspired Karen can be read online here. For more information about HIV/AIDS, from resources about prevention and testing to ways to donate time and money to help others, one place to start is with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation at www.aidshealth.org. What we were drinking: dulce de leche teaWhat we were eating: macarons

009 Our friend Ash - The Gentle Art of Listening Feb 02, 2015

On this very special episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat!, we’re joined by Kat’s lifelong friend Ash, a writer and producer, to tackle Beverly Hills 90210's awkward (at best) handling of a teen crisis hotline, while Brandon explores the sensual world of “health massage solutions.”

DISCLAIMER: This episode discusses rape/sexual assault, so: trigger warning. If you are in an emergency situation, call 911. If you need help dealing with domestic violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline any time at 1-800-799-7233.

What we were drinking: Tablas Creek Vineyard 2012 Patelin de TablasWhat we were eating: pizza with pepperoni & mushrooms

008 Andy Rosen - The 17 Year Itch Jan 26, 2015

The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! welcomes Andy Rosen, music producer extraordinaire, host of the Totally Beverages and Sometimes Hot Sauce podcast, and co-host of Totally Married! We discuss the difference between a “mental affair” and a physical one, and get really graphic guessing the cast members’ “dong size,” before we’re joined by TBASH co-host Josh Briggs to reminisce about the best ’90s beverages!

What we were drinking: homemade strawberry lavendar rose infused vodka with ginger beerWhat we were eating: mini Magnolia cupcakes

007 Sharon Daugharty - Perfect Mom Jan 19, 2015

This week, The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! snags its highest-profile guest to date. That’s right, we’re joined by none other than Sharon Daugharty to talk about mother-daughter dynamics, her recent move to Los Angeles from the midwest (à la the Walsh family), and the constant burden (or blessing?) of being confused with Shannen Doherty.

What we were drinking: Teavana holiday tea … with a “splash” of Spanish brandyWhat we were eating: German gingerbread cookies

006 Asher Landay - Higher Education Jan 12, 2015

Join The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! and television professional Asher Landay as they shout out their beloved hairstylists and try to figure out if there really are any “grey areas” in cheating at school.

NOTE: If you’re watching Beverly Hills 90210 streaming on Amazon Prime, this episode is erroneously out of order, and mis-titled as “The First Time.”

What we were drinking: champagne, y’allWhat we were eating: Trader Joe’s two-bite brownies

005 Kristen Ray - One on One Jan 05, 2015

Today The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat! is joined by soap opera expert Kristen Ray (@kristytipsen) to talk about white privilege … and Beverly Hills 90210’s place in the soap opera television landscape.

NOTE: If you’re watching Beverly Hills 90210 streaming on Amazon Prime, this episode is erroneously out of order.

What we were drinking: spiced rum with ginger beer, mango juice, and limeWhat we were eating: Jelly Belly “Belly Flops”

004 Carley Steiner - The First Time Dec 29, 2014

On this very special episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat!, join us as we discuss Brandon’s complicated foray into sexual activity, and our guest, screenwriter and film professor Carley Steiner shocks us with the revelation that this very television episode influenced her first time, as well.

NOTE: If you’re watching Beverly Hills 90210 streaming on Amazon Prime, this episode is erroneously out of order, and mis-titled as “Higher Education.”

What we were drinking: Izze sparkling clementineWhat we were eating: macarons

003 Will Robelo - Every Dream Has its Price (Tag) Dec 22, 2014

This week on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat!, celeb gossip expert Will Robelo (@popcityla) joins us to talk about, what else, the bourgeoisie. Oh, and penis size.What we were drinking: Stellar Organics 2013 merlotWhat we were eating: Krispy Kreme original glazed donuts

002 Alexx Spada - The Green Room Dec 15, 2014

On this episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat!, we’re joined by Kat’s big sister Alexx (@alexxthegreat) to discuss ’90s surf lingo, the introduction of Dylan McKay, and what’s the difference between “the Valley,” and “Valley adjacent.”What we were drinking: Charles Shaw sauvignon blancWhat we were eating: giant macarons

001 Lizzie and Kat - Class of Beverly Hills Dec 08, 2014

In this inaugural episode of The Blaze! podcast, Lizzie and Kat delve in to the iconic show's supersized pilot episode, lamenting the lack of Luke Perry as Dylan, learning about the sociopolitcal landscape of 1990, and discussing just how much they love this teen soap from 24 years ago.

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