Serendipity, Lies, and Erotic Possibility

Is the universe just a big wonky pinball machine? As our character keeps the ball in motion without making much forward progress toward her destination, Amy & Tommy discuss a magical land called Monrovia, interactions with strangers, and the Piña Colada song, to which Amy gets the concept right, but bungles the lyrics and details.

In Chapter 5 of Miranda July’s All Fours, the action of the road trip is interspersed with our character’s deep thoughts. Likewise, Amy & Tommy jump from reflecting on parenting, restlessness, and eye contact with strangers to sharing their longstanding anniversary tradition of revealing personal secrets to one another. 

Read along or just enjoy the discussion! Subscribe to Work From Bed Friday so you won’t miss any of the episodes. Next week: Chapter 6!

Original Music:

Song: Honey Don't Don't Stay 

Artist: Ian and The Deep Sheets 

Album: Ball Simon

References in this episode:

All Fours by Miranda July

Miranda July, artist

Trader Joe’s Headquarters

The Princess Switch (set in Belgravia and Montenaro)

A Christmas Prince (set in Aldovia)

“Those who don’t believe in magic never find it.” —Roald Dahl

Escape (The Piña Colada Song) 

Ventana in Big Sur

Appellation Wine Transport

The Viscount 

The OPL

Arthur Murray

Next National Day of Action

Send us a text

Don't miss the good stuff! Click here to get on the list for our monthly newsletter (or subscribe directly on Substack) which includes book reviews, date night ideas, and more juicy tidbits from the bed and beyond!

Work From Bed Friday is a podcast hosted by Amy Hoffmann and Tommy Borden, a committed couple of 30+ years. Funny, spicy, and insightful, they discuss marriage, sex, and connection through the lens of contemporary books and media. Every Friday. From bed.