Anna and Maya's respective conflicts come to ahead on the opening night of their play. And it. is. triggering.

It's the PENultimate episode of PEN15 season 2, part A. And the girls are doing a play...which obviously brought up some memories for us. Were you an actor or stage crew in school?

We truly never imagined this would be our Britney Spears episode, but we're talking the Hulu doc about Britney's conservatorship and how she was failed by her industry. Plus, a little about the generation war between millennials and gen z (who cares where you part your hair??)

The year that felt like 80 years finally comes to a close. We're sharing our lowest lows of the year (because there were a lot of lows...) and even found a silver-lining to 2020. Happy New Year podfriends! We hope for a brighter year ahead for everyone!

We're taking a Pen15 break to discuss the holiday movies we've loved this year. 

Sleepovers are the friendship stress test...while Maya and Anna's friendship is challenged at a sleepover, Sam's friendships with Jafeer and Gabe take a turn. We're talking AIM, we're talking periods, we're talking secrets...watch the show, listen to the ep, let us know what comes up for you! @passingnotespod on the 'gram.

The episode title refers to the very awkward phenomenon that is adding a third party to your friend group, but this episode of Pen15 is an exploration of mothers and daughters through the tumultuous teen years. 

Welcome to the 2000 Middle School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Whether it was crystals, tarot cards, dressing goth, or an obsession with The Craft, it seems like we've all dabbled with some kind of celestial escapism during the most tumultuous times in our lives. This episode also delves into the heart of best friendship and how we help our friends deal with emotionally trying situations, even when we're not yet equipped to properly feel feelings.

Maya and Anna venture into the world of wrestling for a boy...and Virginia and Krista can NOT relate. Plus, when did you discover your lady parts? Let's discuss.

We're having a PEN15 Watch Party for Passing Notes Season 3! Watch along with us, and meet us Tuesdays to discuss the beautiful middle school nuances of each episode. And give yourself a pat on the back for surviving 7th grade in the late 90s/early 00s. In this episode:MASH!Shaving/NairPool PartiesFeigning Maturity