In this podcast episode of Previously On, fangirl Jillian and her husband Tyler recap the incredible season 1 of Heated Rivalry. From the show's unexpected rise to mainstream popularity to its impact TV adaptations and romance storytelling, they explore the series' unique blend of drama, humor, and forbidden romance. Tyler asks Jillian why women love this show so much and gives his thoughts on the show's commentary about fragile masculinity in mens team sports. They also discuss fame, Letterboxd, closeted players, the Cup, the Cottage, and so much more! #heatedrivalry #recap #podcast

00:00:00 Intro to podcast

00:02:44 Heated Rivalry popularity

00:03:20 We haven't read the books

00:05:11 Cultural phenomenon and romance novels

00:10:44 Unkown actors becoming stars

00:13:10 Fast-moving show

00:16:41 Closeted players reaching out

00:20:56 Why do women love the show?

00:30:42 Shane and Ilya competitiveness

00:35:11 NHL video game

00:37:10 Athletes use homosexuality as an insult

00:40:52 Male intimacy

00:44:31 Scott Hunter rejected endorsements

00:48:41 Hudson Williams Letterboxd

00:51:09 Anxiety TV stars

00:54:58 The Cup private time

00:59:08 The Cottage

Pandemonium for Hudson Williams leaving The Tonight Show:https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbycam/video/7592773746948132109

Hudson Williams discussing closeted players with Andy Cohen: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IuJXA9AyfB8

Thank you to Matt Buechele (@mattbooshell) for creating our new theme song. You can listen to "Sunscreen" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1gFHHF3QyQxjbbKXV3qLu9

You can dig up dirt on Tyler's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/tylergbranch/

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(recorded live on YouTube 12/30/2025)

Jillian Bonanne announces her favorite TV moments of the year! While her husband Tyler gives his takes on who should've won each category.Buy our merch: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/PreviouslyOnTeenTV⁠

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In this podcast episode of Previously On, fangirl Jillian and her husband Tyler recap the season 1 finale episode of Heated Rivalry, Episode 6 "The Cottage." From hand-holding car rides to making burgers and opening up about family, they break down why this finale works so well and why it feels like such a reward after everything Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov have been through. And of course, they react to Shane and Ilya getting caught at the cottage!

Then they break down the top 5 true love romantic moments, meeting the parents (your boyfriend’s here!!!), and the future they’re planning together. Plus, they discuss everything known so far about Heated Rivalry season 2 and make predictions about what's next for the series. #heatedrivalry #recap #podcast

00:00:00 Reenactment of Ilya's problem

00:01:05 Introduction to podcast

00:02:56 Finale discussion

00:04:38 Dad catches Shane and Ilya

00:11:34 No books, no spoilers disclaimer

00:13:02 Future of Heated Rivalry

00:17:51 Timeline

00:21:02 Top 5 true love moments for Shane and Ilya in Ep 6

00:22:22 Holding hands in the car

00:27:11 Don't marry Svetlana

00:32:16 Opening up about family

00:38:07 Ilya and Shane say "I love you"

00:42:41 Meeting the parents with your boyfriend

00:53:26 Shane's talk with mom

00:57:16 Tyler's takes

00:57:26 Scott Hunter's speech

00:57:46 What about Kip?

01:02:14 Shane preparing the cottage for Ilya

01:03:00 Silent retreat - good or bad lie?

01:03:45 Did Shane practice that thirsty line?

01:04:29 Might not last long warning

01:05:04 Shane grilled 8 burgers

01:06:29 Best Ilya quotes

01:08:09 Rose and Hayden call Shane

01:09:42 Hockey video game

01:11:13 Plan to change the narrative

01:20:12 Knee-ography

01:21:06 Parents don't text

01:22:28 Season 2 predictions

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