Beyond the Basement

Explaining ATLA's Lore Like it's a History Class

Given the rich cultural and historical influences of Avatar: The Last Airbender, it would be a shame to miss out on an episode detailing all of it in depth. Parmida, a devoted watcher of the series, explains the first season to fellow cohost Sana (in hopes that she will watch it later). Join them in this episode of our TV-show recap series!

Explaining Avatar Lore to a Non-Watcher

Our co-hosts spend the first part of their two part series on the Avatar film franchise. Sana, armed with plot summaries, describes the history and plot of the series to Parmida. There is definitely lots of conversations to be had about these films! In the second part of this series, Parmida will educate Sana on the Avatar: The Last Airbender lore, reversing their roles here.

Trends We'll Regret in 20 Years

Have you ever found yourself scrolling through a TikTok, seeing a product you love, and immediately adding it to your wishlist? Consider this video your warning: Sana and Parmida join to consider previous and current trends that they might regret in 20 years...

What Happened to TSITP?

Co-hosts Parmida and Sana discuss their thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty series, from going from avid fans to reluctant watchers, and how they have developed a sort of apathy for the show and its main characters!

These Cancelled Shows Deserve Comebacks

Have you ever started a new TV series only to find out that it's been canceled? We know the familiar feeling of disappointment that arises when this happens, more often than it should! Join cohosts Sana and Parmida as they discuss several series that left a hole when they were canceled...Maybe you'll see one of your favourites on there! Do you have any series that you want to be brought back? Let us know!