Welcome back to another episode of Geek Girl Soup! This week, your favorite pop-culture trio, Susan, Kelly, and Cort (and original Geek Girl, Amelia!), dive into the forkin' brilliant third season of “The Good Place

Cort’s Trip Recap:

Cort shares highlights from her trip to the Steamy Lit Con in Anaheim, CA, showcasing multicultural voices in literature. She even managed to bring back a suitcase full of books and wore extra clothes on the plane because she ran out of room!

Quick Recommendations:

• "Night Shift" on Starz, a low-budget horror flick that's big on creepy vibes.

• "Snowpiercer" on AMC, finally catching up with the final season.

Reunited and It Feels So Good:

Our favorite humans find themselves back together after near-death experiences lead them to a brain study in Australia. We chat about the dynamic and hilarious ways this plot device reintegrates them.

Favorite Episodes:

• Janet(s): Darcy Carden's Emmy-worthy performance as she channels every main character in the show. It's a fan favorite for a reason!

• Jeremy Bearimy: The mind-bending explanation of how time works in the afterlife. Chidi's breakdown and his infamous Peeps chili are unforgettable.

Guest Stars Galore:

• Michael McKeon as Doug Forcett, the man living a "perfect" life according to the afterlife point system.

• Nicole Byer as Gwendolyn from The Good Place, bringing her unique comedic flair.

Emotional Highs and Lows:

• Eleanor's reunion with her mother, Donna, brings unexpected depth and touching moments.

• Michael's gift to Eleanor and Chidi at the end of the season, which brought some of us (yes, looking at you, Amelia) to tears.

This Week in Theaters and Streaming:

• “Cuckoo” and “Borderlands” hit the big screens.

• “Umbrella Academy” Season 4 is now streaming on Netflix.

Olympic Highlights:

We discuss some of the most entertaining and bizarre moments from the Olympics, from pole-vault bulges to historic wins in gymnastics and swimming.

Wrap-Up

Next week, we’ll be exploring season 2 of “House of the Dragon” and sharing our thoughts on where the series is headed. Don't miss it!

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Credits

• Hosts: Susan, Kelly, and Cort

• Editing: Susan

• Cover Art: Kelly with ChatGPT

• Show Notes: Kelly with ChatGPT

• Interior Music: “The Flames 2024” by Susan and suno.ai

That's all for this week! Keep watching, reading, and enjoying all things geeky. Until next time, stay soupy!