The Fake Ass Book Club Moni and Kat review "Forever" on Netflix
May 29, 2025
01:12:03
In this spoiler filled episode, the ladies review, Forever, Netflix’s bold reimagining of Judy Blume’s iconic novel. Set in 2018 Los Angeles, this coming-of-age series follows Keisha, a track star from Crenshaw, and Justin, an aspiring musician from Park-Windsor Hills, as they navigate first love, identity, and the messy truths of growing up. They unpack how the show modernizes Blume’s themes of sex, consent, and teen self-discovery all while centering Black teens in a story that brings refreshing representation and authenticity to a classic coming-of-age tale. Tune in to find out who was team Justin or Team Keisha, Cheers!! *Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.
Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you!
Moni: To Kat and the steak tacos she brought before recording, thank you!
Kat: Dave Young and Maurice Walker for the nice YouTube feedback, thank you!
About the Show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever_(2025_TV_series)
About the Creator: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mara_Brock_Akil
The Original Book "Forever" by Judy Blume: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever..._(novel)
12:06 Team Justin or Team Keisha
1:05:37 Kat raps
**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!
Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you!
Moni: To Kat and the steak tacos she brought before recording, thank you!
Kat: Dave Young and Maurice Walker for the nice YouTube feedback, thank you!
About the Show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever_(2025_TV_series)
About the Creator: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mara_Brock_Akil
The Original Book "Forever" by Judy Blume: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever..._(novel)
12:06 Team Justin or Team Keisha
1:05:37 Kat raps
**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!