In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana discuss episodes eleven and twelve of Blue Spring Ride. Episode eleven provides a deeper look into Kou’s backstory and sheds light on some of his behavior throughout the series. Giana speaks about the importance of quality time with loved ones. Chika cautiously raises questions about the way Kou’s mother navigated her diagnosis. In episode twelve, Giana praises the way this finale episode was set up by the animators and creators. The girls grieve over the unfortunate turn Tanaka-sensei’s character arc took. Chika sums up how unhealthy it is to change for a relationship, or expect a partner to change for you. At the end of the episode, Giana and Chika discuss their final thoughts on the series and even provide their own versions of how they would have liked to see it end. Grab your spoons, and let’s dig in! Episode 11 [01:49] Soft Serve Summary [03:52] Sprinkles on Top [05:42] Floats Your Boat [15:17] Banana Split [16:32] Rocky Road [18:40] Hot Fudge [27:11] I Scream, You Scream Episode 12 [29:12] Soft Serve Summary [33:20] Sprinkles on Top [33:54] Floats Your Boat [42:22] Banana Split [43:44] Rocky Road [46:53] Hot Fudge [50:00] I Scream, You Scream About Shoujo Sundae: Shoujo Sundae is a podcast safe haven for fans that are in love with shoujo anime and manga. Hosted by Giana Luna and Chika Supreme, Shoujo Sundae aims to review and reflect on shoujo properties that deserve more attention than what they currently receive. Giana Luna is a podcaster by moonlight and a dueling pianist by daylight. Chika Supreme is a podcaster by moonlight and a social media manager by daylight. Find Shoujo Sundae wherever you listen to your podcasts: https://pod.link/1634859352 If you enjoyed this episode, SHARE it with a friend and RATE/REVIEW it on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Connect with Giana, Chika, and Shoujo Sundae! Visit our website: http://shoujosundae.com Shoujo Sundae's Social Media: https://linktr.ee/shoujosundae Send us an email: shoujosundaepodcast@gmail.com Follow Giana Luna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Giana_Luna_ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giana_luna_ Follow Chika Supreme on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChikaSupreme Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chikasupreme A breakdown of the Shoujo Sundae segments: -A Soft Serve Summary (episode recap) -Sprinkles on Top (symbolism portrayed in the episode) -Floats Your Boat (positive aspects from the episode) -Banana Split (moments that are neither good or bad) -Rocky Road (moments that are emotional/sad) -Hot Fudge (hot takes or rants) -I Scream, You Scream (bad moments)