Carinn, Kate and Kathryn recap Hulu's Little Fires Everywhere Episodes 2 & 3*** There is a lot going on with Mia. What’s with the attitude? Without some context or a big reveal, we wonder whether we are going to feel differently about her at some point. We hope so. (1:06)*** The Vagina Monologues book club does show us another side of Mia when she comes to Elena’s defense and, unlike the book, gives us some great interactions between Mia and Elena.  (6:02)*** Elena overserves herself the Chardonnay and she and Mia talk motherhood -- the seeds and all. We love this moment of alignment between these two strong matriarchs. (9:00)*** Reese is the most adorable annoying person ever. Has she typecast herself or has she found her sweet spot? (12:30)*** We discuss the killer question Elena asks Mia - do you think Pearl likes you? Elena “gets it” and understands the insecurities and doubts of motherhood. She even offers us a great scene with Izzy where she suggests that you make your own narrative in life. (14:28)*** Izzy’s vulnerability and the reasons for her angst are coming through so clearly in many dimensions and layers. (17:00)*** #teamMoody is gathering steam! Carinn and Kathryn are seeing a little more “edge” in him and they are liking how he and Pearl are vibing. Carinn is still not totally sold, though, seeing some hints of maliciousness, holding her back. And what about Pearl and her intentions? (22:28)*** Kate loves when Moody stands up for Pearl. Kathryn thinks it isn’t that believable and Carinn has a REAL problem with the whole scene. (28:10)*** The adoption battle is game on! Is biology the most important aspect or is it the life that you give them once they’re born? And why is Mia soooo involved in this drama? It’s weird and creepy. (33:03)*** Lexi is getting a tough hand in this adaptation! They amp up her bad acts to the extreme. It’s harsh and wrong and we’re not ok with it. (43:40)*** Mia is a sexual being! This is a BIG departure from the book. Carinn predicted this must have been a note from Kerry Washington in the writers’ room...Mia has to be a sexual being. Mia is teaching Pearl this too. (50:28)*** Elena is no push over. Kathryn loves the scene where Elena defends Mia to her husband and tells him to mow the lawn. She also noted that when Izzy comes out in her homecoming dress her parents notice her pretty dress whereas Mia notices her bloody need. This is clearly a metaphor for who sees what. (53:22)*** They drop the fire references in episodes two and three. Good? Or dropped it like it’s hot too quickly? Do we care who set the fire? Is that question moving the story forward? (59:26)  *** These episodes are sprinkled with so many Easter eggs from Friends, Hello Sunshine, Legally Blond -- and even Celeste Ng herself! (63:25)*** Reese’s makeup and Bill’s rings are defining them and defining the era. (65:52)*** Carinn grew up wanting to be Elena Richardson, but now gets on the couch for her parenting fears. Then Kathryn gets personal too. These things hit home for us! (69:35)*** We plug “Books 4 Kids”, Carinn’s daughter’s fabulous podcast that recommends books for parents to get for their kids. Check her out on Insta @chylerjade. Stay Complicated!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @popfictionwomen and on Twitter @pop_women. To do a full deep dive, check out our website at www.popfictionwomen.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.