The Fake Ass Book Club

This week, the ladies are stepping up to the plate for an animated home run! In this episode, our hosts enthusiastically review Win or Lose, Pixar Animation Studios’ first-ever original long-form animated series. Following the Pickles, a co-ed middle school softball team, the series takes a fresh and heartfelt approach by showcasing each episode from a different character’s perspective. With its unique visual storytelling, funny and emotional moments, and deeply relatable themes, Win or Lose knocks it out of the park. So grab your gloves, step into the batter’s box, and join the discussion as they celebrate this innova...

In this episode, the ladies dive into Confessions of a Video Vixen and Vindicated by Karrine Steffans, exploring the highs, lows, and lessons (or lack thereof) from her journey. They examine her troubled childhood, her rise to fame in the hip-hop industry, and the factors that led to her infamous reputation as “Superhead.” While Confessions exposed the toxic power dynamics of the industry, Vindicated raises a bigger question for our hosts—has Steffans truly grown, or is she still caught in the same cycles? Our hosts analyze her past and present relationships, including her recent entanglement with celebrity chef Kwame Onwuac...

Sometimes life throws a curveball, and this weekend was no exception—one of our hosts (Kat) was in a car accident and ended up with a slight concussion (don’t worry, she's okay!). Since recording the usual episode wasn’t in the cards, the ladies did what they do best—kept it F.A.B. and pushed through.This week, they’re sharing an episode normally reserved for Patreon subscribers—meaning it’s wayyy more candid, unsensored, and even features an unexpected guest drop-in! It’s not as structured, but it’s still our hosts being their opinionated, funny, and unfiltered selves...

This week our hosts celebrate their 200th episode with Hot Cheeto-rimmed martinis in hand—just like in the new film One of Them Days, starring Keke Palmer and SZA. They disect the movie’s wild moments, themes and performances, while reflecting on life’s curveballs while toasting to their podcasting journey. As no strangers to having one of them days, they dive into the film’s exploration of resilience, friendship, and the moments that test us. From movie musings to ridiculous cocktails and plenty of laughs, this milestone episode is equal parts celebration, silliness, and soul. Cheers to 200 episodes and many mor...

In this episode, the hosts celebrate Women’s History Month with a dynamic conversation exploring the joys, challenges, and complexities of womanhood. They reflect on their personal experiences while tackling larger societal themes, including feminism, gender roles, and the ongoing struggle for equality.The discussion weaves through pop culture moments like the Barbie movie and Blake Lively’s lawsuit, while also addressing the question—why isn’t there a Men’s History Month? Tune in for an entertaining episode that both honors Women’s History Month and speaks to the everyday realities of being a woman. Cheers!*Please be advised this...