Strictly Friction

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Welcome to Strictly Friction—a spicy book club podcast made to bridge the gap between high-brow cultural analysis and unapologetic fandom, creating an elevated space for romance and romantasy lovers to yap about our favourite fictional boyfriends. Join us every week as we dissect unhinged theories, explore the intersection of fiction and modern culture, and obsess over the details that matter—from the depth of the lore to the thirst of the tropes. 🌶️For more Strictly Friction content, follow us on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction

  1. 2d ago

    ACOSH Ending Explained: Elain, Azriel & Amren Theories We Can't Stop Thinking About

    *Full spoilers for A Court of Splintered Harmony (ACOSH / ACOTAR 6) by Sarah J. Maas*: We're unpacking every POV chapter, that cliffhanger ending and the biggest theories the fandom is losing it over right now. Is Elain being manipulated, or playing a game of her own? Why is Amren so suss, and what's the deal with Bryaxis and Clotho? What really happened when Nesta went to the Prison with Gwydion? And is Azriel's emo storyline pushing him further away from his fate (aka Gwyn) or closer towards it? Deep dive with us as we discuss every unhinged thought, from Feyre's sudden switch up and Mor's move to the continent, to Nesta's new-found place in the Night Court (and our hearts) and what this means for her and Cassian - or even Eris 😉. Plus, what's next for our reformed rogue, Lucien, and the Inner Circle as a whole. A Court of Forgotten Melody (ACOTAR 7) lands on January 12th 2027, so consider this your pre-game rundown before the main event. A note to say that his is our season one finale and we'll be back next year to kick of season two with ACOTAR 7. Until then, come yap with us on TikTok and Instagram @strictlyfriction. And, if you loved this episode, we'd love it if you could follow, rate and review so more fans like you can find us! See you on the other side! 😊🥰💌

  2. Oct 22 ·  Bonus

    Our TLDR ACOTAR Recap: Everything You Need To Know Before Book 6

    Consider this your TLDR for everything you need to know before A Court of Splintered Harmony is released - because we KNOW you don't have the time to do a full Maasverse re-read. From the Archeron sisters (and their powers) to where we left every Night Court member in A Court of Silver Flames, as well as the current situation with our future Big Bads - Koschei, Beron and the human queens -this quickfire bonus episode will have you refreshed and ready before you can say "There you are... I've been looking for you." 😉🦇 Like and follow for more, and let us know if you'd like more speedy recaps in comments or find us on Instagram @strictlyfriction and on TikTok @strictly.friction for more romance and romantasy book theories, thirst traps and adaptation chats.

  3. Oct 19

    ACOTAR 6 Betrayal Theories: Who Betrays The Night Court?

    Is there a snake in the Night Court? We break down the biggest ACOTAR 6 betrayal theories ahead of A Court of Splintered Harmony, from the evil Rhysand theory to Elain, Mor and more... The official synopsis for ACOTAR 6 tells us that members of the Night Court are "reeling from recent betrayals and revealed truths", and fans have speculated for years about someone in the Inner Circle turning on the High Lord. With A Court of Splintered Harmony out 27 October and A Court of Forgotten Melody following on January 12, we dig into the Inner Circle betrayal theories we can't stop thinking about. (Yes, some of us would be delighted by a villainous Rhys arc 😉) In this episode: Where the Inner Circle traitor theory started: Briallyn's warning in A Court of Silver Flames and that loaded "so-called High Lord" commentThe evil Rhysand theory: mind control, unreliable narrators and what changed in ACOSFElain as the betrayer: what her Seer powers mean for Koschei and the CauldronMor and the power of truth: why we'll support her no matter what *Spoiler warning* This episode contains spoilers for ACOTAR books 1-5 (A Court of Thorns and Roses through to A Court of Silver Flames) with light references to Throne of Glass and Crescent City. Who do you think betrays the Night Court? Leave your theory in the comments or find us on Instagram @strictlyfriction and on TikTok @strictly.friction for more romance book theories, pop culture and adaptation chat.

  4. Oct 5

    'Threshing Day' Explained: Book 4 Clues, Theories & Easter Eggs

    Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros is finally out and we have SO many questions. In this episode, we break down the biggest takeaways, theories and Easter eggs from the novella's 13 POVs - including what they could mean for Empyrean Book 4. Is Threshing Day required reading for the Fourth Wing fandom? Rebecca Yarros says no, but she's also said there's a kernel of what's coming in every single story. So, naturally, we went hunting🐉 In this episode we cover: Are dragon bonds predetermined & what does this mean for the war?Can a rider's intentions shape their signet? Our theory on how magic manifests. Unpacking Xaden's new family tree. 🫤Lying dragons: All the names and notable mentions that don't add up (here's looking at you, Glane!)Potential new couple alerts, Garrick's yearning, and how this could point to a multi-POV Book 4.Sloane & Liam's curious lineage Dain's daddy issues and what's really going on with his missing mother. Plus, what was up with all those trees? 🌳🪾🌲 If you missed our pre-release episode on the POVs we wanted to see and why, then you can catch up here. Got a theory we missed (or can help us explain that family tree)? Let us know in the comments and follow us on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction for more.

  5. Sep 23

    Every Thought We Had While Watching The 'Love Hypothesis' Adaptation

    The Prime Video adaptation of Ali Hazelwood’s Love Hypothesis, starring Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman, has finally dropped, and we have a lot of thoughts. From the biggest differences between the much-loved book and the film, to the casting, and whether the spicy scene delivered, we're sharing every thought we had while watching. The good, the bad, and the downright silly. 🎧Follow and subscribe for fortnightly episodes and keep up to date with all things Strictly Friction, including book news, pop culture updates and more on Instagram ⁠@strictlyfriction⁠ and TikTok ⁠@strictly.friction.

  6. Sep 15

    The 'Love Hypothesis' Adaptation: What We Want & What We Know

    Ahead of the adaptation of Ali Hazelwood’s Love Hypothesis, starring Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman, we sit down to dissect the much-loved STEM romance book. From the very, very long spicy scene to the Star Wars casting lore surrounding Tom and his wife Daisy Ridley, there’s a lot to unpack. 🎧Follow and subscribe for fortnightly episodes and keep up to date with all things Strictly Friction, including book news, pop culture updates and more on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction

  7. Sep 1

    Gwynriel vs Elriel: Who Should Azriel End Up With In 'A Court of Splintered Harmony'?

    It's the ACOTAR ship war that seems impossible to settle: Gwynriel or Elriel? With A Court of Splintered Harmony on the way, we're diving deep into the case for Azriel ending up with Elain vs Gwyn — from Truth-Teller and the Cauldron bond, to that bonus chapter necklace fumble, and what our favourite bat boy's shadows are really telling us. We break down the receipts for both ships including where Lucien, Vassa, and maybe even Koschei, fit into the chaos. Spoiler: we land firmly in one camp, but you'll have to listen to find out which. 😉 Tell us in the comments: are you team Gwynriel or Elriel? We need to know we're not alone here! 🎧Follow and subscribe for fortnightly episodes and keep up to date with all things Strictly Friction, including book news, pop culture updates and more on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction

  8. Aug 17

    'ACOTAR 6' Predictions: Whose POV Are We Getting in 'A Court of Splintered Harmony'?

    Finally, after years of waiting, we've been gifted with news of when ACOTAR 6 is coming. And while we now have our cover, title (A Court of Splintered Harmony), and even a blurb, one thing we don't know yet is whose head we'll be in as the story unfolds. In this week's episode of Strictly Friction, we share our theories on exactly who we think will be telling the story in the next book ahead of its October 27 release. 🎧Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes and keep up to date with all things Strictly Friction, including book news, pop culture updates and more on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction.

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Welcome to Strictly Friction—a spicy book club podcast made to bridge the gap between high-brow cultural analysis and unapologetic fandom, creating an elevated space for romance and romantasy lovers to yap about our favourite fictional boyfriends. Join us every week as we dissect unhinged theories, explore the intersection of fiction and modern culture, and obsess over the details that matter—from the depth of the lore to the thirst of the tropes. 🌶️For more Strictly Friction content, follow us on Instagram @strictlyfriction and TikTok @strictly.friction

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  • Creator
    Strictly Friction
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
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