Susan and Cort dive into the Law & Order universe, connecting actors, episodes, and the wild web of Hollywood projects through their own version of Six Degrees of Separation. From surprise guest stars and missed casting opportunities to Netflix’s odd release models, and upcoming spinoffs, the Soup crew stir up plenty of TV and movie talk. Plus: recommendations you won’t want to miss, a little Beyond the Gates soapiness, and even some nostalgia for Melrose Place.

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Welcome and Kelly updates, Six Degrees of Law & Order explained

• [00:05:00] TV chatter, Streaming models: binge vs week-to-week

• [00:13:00] Coming Soon: Nobody 2, riff tracks Timecop, Jaws 50, Reality TV exposé – Biggest Loser doc, Invasion returns, Foundation thoughts

• [00:17:30] Outlander spinoff confusion & predictions

• [00:21:00] Beyond the Gates soap recap

• [00:32:00] Law & Order rabbit hole – random episodes & actor connections, list of famous Law & Order guest stars

• [01:05:00] Wrap up and recommendations

Recommendations this week:

• The Materialists (Pedro Pascal, Chris Evans, Dakota Johnson) – stay through the credits!

• Weapons – Zach Cregger’s new horror hit

• Cinnamon – gritty crime movie with Pam Grier, Damon Wayans, and Lauren E. Banks

• Invasion (Apple TV+) – Season 3

• Outlander: Blood of My Blood spinoff

• Biggest Loser documentary (Fit for TV)

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This week, Susan, Cort, and Chris dive deep into the outrageous and brilliant return of South Park. From behind-the-scenes gossip to eye-popping sight gags, the gang breaks down the season 27 jaw-dropping premiere and why the show feels sharper than ever.

They reminisce about their own history with South Park (including near run-ins with the creators), the lightning-fast six-day episode production cycle, and the unexpected revival of cultural relevancy that’s got millions tuning back in.

It’s not all about South Park, though. We wander into other TV universes—Foundation, Smoke, Wednesday, the latest War of the Worlds, and even the questionable charm of sequels like Happy Gilmore 2 and Old Guard 2. Plus, a nostalgic detour into The Bionic Woman’s strangely dark finale.

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Geek Girl Soup 14.49 – Christmas in July (in August)

Special Guest Appearance: Kelly’s stand-in, NekoZilla 🐾

It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year – in the middle of summer! This week, Susan and Cort celebrate Christmas in July with lots of cheer, nostalgia, and just a bit of chaos. From heartfelt tributes to pop culture icons we’ve lost, to the sharp satire of South Park’s season 27 premiere, it’s a whirlwind of emotion and entertainment.

🕒 Timestamps:

• [00:00] 🎄 Intro & NekoZilla update

• [01:00] ✝️ Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner and other recent losses

• [13:00] 🔥 South Park Season 27: AI, Satan, and… cartoon penises?!

• [18:00] 🧛 SDCC Recap: Interview with the Vampire Season 3 news

• [26:30] 🍿 Recommendations: K-Pop Demon Hunters, Anna and the Apocalypse, Crimson Tide

• [34:00] 🎥 Theater watch: Fantastic Four: First Steps (Pedro is booked & busy!)

• [41:00] 📺 Streaming: The Institute, Chief of War, The Phoenician Scheme

• [42:00] 🖤 Beyond the Gates recap: Family secrets, fake pregnancies & play money

• [59:00] 🏝 Love Island USA: Post-show mess & reunion hype

• [01:00:00] 🎅 Wrapping up with Christmas joy & Violent Night (2022)

💬 Want to share your thoughts or holiday faves?

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