In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Chika and Giana review episodes fifty-one through fifty-three of Fruits Basket (2019)! It’s officially time for season 3 coverage! In episode fifty-one, Akito’s backstory is explored, and her mother Ren is introduced, along with their tumultuous relationship. Tohru laments over not having been able to help Uo with her relationship with Kureno. In episode fifty-two, Akito dreams of a loving memory involving Shigure. The two of them get in an argument, revealing the twisted situation between the two of them and Ren. Tohru tries to discuss the possibility of the curse breaking with Kyo, but he shuts down the conversation. In episode 54, a terrible rumor spreads about Machi. Yuki and Manabe (Kakeru) give her an impromptu visit to check in on her, and Yuki comes to understand Machi better. Last minute love confessions are snuck in before the third years graduate.Grab your spoon, and let’s dig in!EPISODE 51[2:31] Soft Serve Summary[4:47] Sprinkles on Top[6:06] Floats Your Boat[11:25] Banana Split[15:58] Rocky Road[17:48] Nuts[20:03] Hot Fudge[24:41] I Scream, You Scream[25:45] Cherry on TopEPISODE 52[26:18] Soft Serve Summary[28:53] Sprinkles on Top[30:48] Floats Your Boat[33:40] Banana Split[39:20] Rocky Road[40:14] Nuts[43:47] Hot Fudge[52:11] I Scream, You Scream[53:06] Cherry on TopEPISODE 53[53:30] Soft Serve Summary[55:55] Sprinkles on Top[56:59] Floats Your Boat[1:06:28] Banana Split[1:11:13] Rocky Road[1:14:22] Nuts[1:16:35] Hot Fudge[1:22:20] I Scream, You Scream[1:32:57] Cherry on TopAbout 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 musician 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/1634859352If 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 Pledge on Patreon: https://patreon.com/shoujosundae Shoujo Sundae's Social Media: https://linktr.ee/shoujosundaeSend us an email: shoujosundaepodcast@gmail.comFollow Giana Luna on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/gianaluna.bsky.social Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giana_luna_ Follow Chika Supreme on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/chika.shoujosundae.com Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chikasupreme A breakdown of the Shoujo Sundae segments:-A Soft Serve Summary (episode/film recap)-Sprinkles on Top (symbolism in the media)-Floats Your Boat (enjoyed moments)-Banana Split (split opinion or confusing moments)-Rocky Road (sad moments)-Nuts (shocking moments)-Hot Fudge (hot takes or angry rants)-I Scream, You Scream (disliked moments)- Cherry on Top (favorite moment)