In this episode, we talk about the novela that taught us all how to break out of our shy, teenage, shells: Rebelde. We'll dish about the characters, and even talk some trash about some real people. Plus, we'll introduce you to the awesome Cris Morena, the creative genius behind Rebelde and it's predecessors from Argentina.    The Rebelde Experience: 2:45 Why Novelas So Heteronormative?: 5:15 The Characters: 8:48 Cris Morena: 14:30 (Jugate Conmigo) Rebelde Way: 17:30 Verano de Dawson's Creek: 20:00 YA Stories: 22:35 Adaptations and Reunions: 25:00 (Mitu's article about RBD Documentary) Character Driven Stories: 31:15 Cris Morena: Musical Virtuoso: 33:30 The Teenage Years: 34:53       Cast:  Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find us on Instagram @NoveleandoPodcast Contact: If you would like to contact us, please email us at NoveleandoPodcast@gmail.com