Lyra Hale
2098 Articles6 Comments

Lyra Hale likes geeking over scifi, fantasy, and all things spooky. Let's stalk and nerd out together to our hearts content.

‘Queerly Not Straight’: We Need to Talk About ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ and Trans Representation

In an effort to build a space for queer people like myself, every Tuesday I’ll be posting opinion pieces, listicals, reviews, and more focused on the LGBT community (and occasionally about the Latinx/WOC community since I am Latinx.) Welcome to…

‘American Gods’ 2×06 Review: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of “Donar the Great”

American Gods “Donar the Great” made me feel something mysterious and completely brand new when it comes to the pain in the ass known as Mr. Wednesday. I felt empathy. For the entirety of American Gods, I’ve never felt this…

‘Star Wars’ Episode IX Teaser Trailer is Here & We’re Ready for the Feels!

The end of a saga is almost here thanks to the teaser trailer for Star Wars IX aka Stars Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. And if there’s one thing we’re certain about in Episode IX it’s that we’re going to…

‘Supernatural’ 14×18 Review: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of “Absence”

Brrrr. Is it a little cold in here? Oh wait. It’s not. Supernatural just said goodbye to ANOTHER badass female character on “Absence.” Now, Sam wasn’t perfect. She messed up a lot as a woman, mother, confidant, and all sorts…

6 Favorite Moments from ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s “Casecation”

Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s “Casecation” gave us the #Peraltiago we have been needing for agessssss. Yes, a huge part of it was a devastating back and forth where the possibility of having children seemed like the dividing factor for our fav ship.…

7 Things We Can’t Stop Talking About in ‘Roswell, New Mexico’s “Champagne Supernova”

From that Noah reveal to every single woman on Roswell, New Mexico stealing my heart with their beauty, grace, smarts, and total badassery, this week’s episode left us reeling. With two episodes left to go in Roswell, New Mexico’s first…

‘Stop and Fangirl’ Episode 78: The Interpersonal Relationships of Saving the World, Marvel Edition

Here at Fangirlish we continue to support your right to fangirl over any fandom you desire – whether that is a book, a TV show, a movie, or even sports. That’s why we have Stop and Fangirl! So you can feel…

‘American Gods’ 2×05 Review: “The Ways of the Dead” and #MadWife

American Gods “The Ways of the Dead” continued giving people of color their own platform, to talk about their issues, with no white savior or Matt Damon in sight! This episode also saw Laura Moon and Mad Sweeney reach the…

‘Whiskey Cavalier’ 1×06 Review: “Five Spies and a Baby”

Whiskey Cavalier’s “Five Spies and a Baby” saw our fam caring for a little baby, while somehow still looking incredibly hot along the way. You really can tell loads about people from the way they care for those smaller and…

‘Stop and Fangirl’ Episode 77: Captain Marvel Review (With Spoilers)

Here at Fangirlish we continue to support your right to fangirl over any fandom you desire – whether that is a book, a TV show, a movie, or even sports. That’s why we have Stop and Fangirl! So you can feel…

‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ Season 2 Spoiler-Free Advanced Review

Sabrina’s hair might’ve changed and a little bit more black has been introduced to her wardrobe, but she’s still the same Spellman that we know and love from season 1 of the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. She’s a rabble-rouser, the…

Just Because I’m Latina Doesn’t Mean I’m “Spicy”

In an effort to build a space for queer people like myself, every Tuesday I’ll be posting opinion pieces, listicals, reviews, and more focused on the LGBT community (and occasionally about the Latinx/WOC community since I am Latinx.) Welcome to…

‘American Gods’ 2×04 Review: “The Greatest Story Ever Told”

911? Yes, I’d like to report a crime. Bilquis, Mr. Nancy, and Mr. Ibis have stolen the show on American Gods and I don’t think I’ll ever be the same! *listens to operator* Of course this is serious and important…

‘Stop and Fangirl’ Episode 76: Join Us in Building the Perfect Murder

Here at Fangirlish we continue to support your right to fangirl over any fandom you desire – whether that is a book, a TV show, a movie, or even sports. That’s why we have Stop and Fangirl! So you can feel…

Queerly Not Straight: Friendly Reminder that ‘Roswell, New Mexico’s Michael Guerin is Bisexual

In an effort to build a space for queer people like myself, every Tuesday I’ll be posting opinion pieces, listicals, reviews, and more focused on the LGBT community (and occasionally about the Latinx/WOC community since I am Latinx.) Welcome to…

Starz ‘Vida’ Season 2 is Premiering in May with All 10 Episodes!

YOU HEAR THAT NOISE? THAT SCREAMING IN THE DISTANCE? THAT’S ME FREAKING OVER STARZ VIDA SEASON COMING MAY 23RD! As if my queer Latina heart couldn’t handle anymore goodness in my life, all 10 episodes of Vida will drop in…

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Cher Martinetti Talks Giving Women Their Voice Back in ‘Forgotten Women of Genre’

It’s a tale as old as time. Woman creates something spectacular, something game changing and like we’ve never seen before. And along comes a man ready to take the spotlight with no regard for the woman’s contribution that got him…

‘American Gods’ 2×03 Review: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of “Muninn”

American Gods “Muninn” introduced us to the hella talented Kahyun Kim and Devery Jacobs, the first playing New Media and the latter playing Sam Blackcrow. And seriously, after one episode of having them in my life, if anything happens to…

‘Supernatural’ 14×16 Review: “Don’t Go In the Woods”

Supernatural‘s “Don’t Go In the Woods” gave us the quality Jack Kline we’re always her for and Sam & Dean fighting a big ugly Groot looking thing while keeping secrets from Jack. Fun times, right? *insert wince face here* With…

‘Supernatural’ to End After 15 Seasons and We’re Not Ok!

Supernatural is set to end after 15 seasons and we’re not ok! Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, and Misha Collins posted a video across their social media accounts where they were clearly holding back tears during the announcement. And as they…

5 Favorite Moments from ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s “The Therapist”

Brooklyn Nine-Nine‘s “The Therapist” gifted us with one of the best presents we’ve had since Holt’s amazing shirts in the first episode of season six. We got to meet Rosa’s girlfriend Jocelyn, played by Cameron Esposito! It was well worth…