Geek Between the Lines

This week, we explore the theme of ability within the Star Wars movies. We look at everything from Padme Amidala's abilities in a triolgy full of Jedi, to the possibilites the Star Wars universe provides, to the vulnerabilities that droids face. We even discuess what should have happened with Darth Vader between Episode III and IV. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we are back to our usual property rotation and are excited to dive into the theme of education and learning within the world of ATLA and LOK! We discuss everything from Katara fighting for her own education to culture being intertwined with learning. We also look at how some characters like Zuko, Iroh, and Korra are changed through learning from different types of bending. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

After analyzing The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes in our miniseries, we wanted to sort the characters we've spent the past 2.5 months with! Find out where we put eight characters - from Coriolanus, to Dr, Gaul, to Reaper. And, please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This is the final episode of our Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes miniseries, and wow, there is so much to discuss! We don't only look specifically at Chapter 30 and the Epilogue, but also at the whole book and at its role as a companion to The Hunger Games trilogy. We analyze everything from character arcs, to mockingjays, to the message about the power of ideologies. We even somehow slip a Samwise Gamgee quote in there, so this definitely isn't an episode to miss! Since we mentioned a few articles on the Roma, here are some of the sources we looked at: https://uknow.uky.edu/arts-culture/music/lovehate-relationship-gypsies-and-gypsy-music-focus-longyear-lecture https://thenerdsofcolor.org/2016/11/01/lets-talk-about-romani-characters-in-comics/ https://theconversation.com/to-understand-the-roma-you-need-to-read-their-literature-36534 If you enjoyed our miniseries, don't forget to tell your friends who are Hunger Games fans about our podcast and leave us a rating and review! We would also love to have you join our amazing patrons and get the outtakes from our episodes (this week's is over 20 minutes of additional conversations). For just $1 per month, you can access all our extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we dive into the intense chapters that cause Brittany to wallow in feelings for Sejanus and not share the angry PG-13 comments she wrote on her book margins, and cause Chris to accidentally make a ridiculous statement. We discuss how Snow remains a complex character even as he becomes a manipulative little monster and lies to everyone and even himself. We also talk about how differently Snow and Lucy Gray engage with the hanging and how running away from the Districts provides a source of hope in all Hunger Games books. We even have a rather profound realization during our Ruminations section. If you're enjoying these episodes, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week and get you the extra cut conversations from our episodes. For just $1 per month, you can access all our extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! And, don't forget to tell your friends who are Hunger Games fans about our podcast and leave us a rating and review. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we have one of our most fun discussions yet as we take digs at Snow's false equivalencies and romanticization of himself and others (and even find an amusing way in which Chis and Snow are alike!). We also dive into a rich analysis of the function of the Victor's prize within the Hunger Games system and the differences between Lucy Gray's desire for freedom and creativity, Snow desires for control and utility, and Sejanus' desire to bring the whole oppressive system down. If you're enjoying these episodes, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week and get you the extra cut conversations from our episodes. For just $1 per month, you can access all our extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! And, don't forget to tell your friends who are Hunger Games fans about our podcast and leave us a rating and review. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we start "Part III: The Peacekeeper" of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. We have a great discussion about the Covey's songs, military conscription, Capitol attitudes on district poverty, and the US being little Capitols. We also wonder how Coriolanus' military service is going to take him further on the road to becoming President Snow, cringe at possible violent ends for Sejanus, and so much more. If you're enjoying these episodes, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week and get you the extra cut conversations from our episodes. For just $1 per month, you can access all our extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! And, don't forget to tell your friends who are Hunger Games fans about our podcast and leave us a rating and review. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we tackle Chapters 18-20 of Songbirds and Snakes, which close out the 10th Hunger Games. We analyze Reaper's actions and use of the Panem flag, look to the Kalbelia enthic group to understand Lucy Gray's dance in the arena, and think about how these Games are foundational for the type of Games we see in the original trilogy. We also look at the compelling ways Coriolanus, Lucy Gray, and Sejanus have changed since Part I of the book up until now. If you're enjoying these episodes, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week and get you the extra cut conversations from our episodes. For just $1 per month, you can access all our extra content here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! And, don't forget to tell your friends who are Hunger Games fans about our podcast and leave us a rating and review. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we have a lively discussion about Chapters 14-17 as the 10th Hunger Games begin. We think about Lucy Gray's handling of Jessup's death, get inspired by Sejanus' commitment to political dissent, and find meaningful connections to Peeta and mentors in the original trilogy. We also discover fascinating parallels between the book and our own world -from ancient Roman use of crucifixion to modern day ethnocentrism. Oh, and we can't forget how Brittany gives Coriolanus a super flattering new nickname! We would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week and get you the extra cut conversations from our episodes. You can participate for just $1 per month (and get all our other extra content!) here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In our 4th Songbirds and Snakes podcast episode, we have a lively discussion about Chapters 11-13. From ideas of human rights to perspectives on warfare, we find fascinating parallels between the world of the Hunger Games and our own world. We also analyze Lucy Gray's interview song and Coriolanus' reaction to it, talk about the first openly queer couple we've encountered in Panem, and share wonderments regarding Dean Highbottom's character. As we mention in the episode, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions and interesting TBOSAS activities that we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week. You can participate for just $1 per month (and get all our other extra content!) here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we discuss Chapters 7-10 of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. So very much happens in these 60 pages and we have a great time looking at everything from Snow’s privilege to poignant imagery, and even check in with how we’re liking the character arcs of Coriolanus, Lucy Gray, and Sejanus thus far. As we mention in the episode, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week. You can participate for just $1 per month (and get all our extra content) here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this second podcast episode on The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, we have a great discussion on Chapters 4-6. We think about mentor mentalities, Sejanus' empathy, Lucy Gray and Romani representation, and even Roman imperial naming choices in the Capitol. [ While we normally post these miniseries episodes on Tuesdays, we wanted to participate in the intentional disruption of the week in support of the Black community, as prompted by 2 brilliant Black women at www.theshowmustbepaused.com. ] As we mention in the episode, we would love to have you join in on the Songbirds and Snakes book discussions we're hosting with our amazing patrons every week. You can participate for just $1 per month (and get all our extra content) here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please also leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a Hunger Games fan about us! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this first episode of our podcast on The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, we dive into Chapters 1-3 of Suzanne Collins' new book! We analyze the start of this fascinating narrative by exploring our first impressions, what connects to the real world, what resonates with the original Hunger Games trilogy, and what the book is making us ruminate on moving forward. We would love to have you join in on the book discussions we will be hosting with our amazing patrons every week. You can participate for just $1 per month (and get all our extra content) here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please also leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a Hunger Games fan about us! You can follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we celebrate our 2nd anniversary of Geek Between the Lines and announce an exiciting 10-episode mini season that starts next week! (To be ready, you can read chapters 1-3 for episode #1.) Don't forget, you can become one of our amazing patrons and join in on our special book discussions and Zoom session for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Also, if you've been listening to us for a while, we would love for you to leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we take a look at the theme of compassion within LOTR and a bit in The Hobbit. We discuss Aragorn and the difference between the Frodo-Gollum relationship and Bilbo-Gollum interactions. We also think about what could have been with Legolas and Gimli if they took an orc along on their friendship travels. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we tackle the theme of loneliness in Harry Potter and instead of it being a bummer episode, we have a beautifully rich discussion! We look at many of the individual sources of loneliness for different characters - from Albus Dumbledore to Draco Malfoy. We even spend some time pondering the loneliness of ghosts as well as those in positions of power, and end with the discovery a powerful juxtaposition between Tom Riddle and Harry Potter. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week we look at the friendships people have in the Star Wars universe and even among Star Wars fans. We ponder some of the positive and negative elements found friendships between characters, look at inter-species friendships, and discuss C-3PO and R2-D2 and of course always-sacrificing-for-friends boy, Luke Skywalker. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this episode, we look at the theme of identity in ATLA and LOK. We discuss how and why Amon took up the identity he did, which characters struggle with their identities in either series, and much, much more. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This is just a quick update on what we will be doing with the podcast during this pandemic. We hope you are all doing as well as can be during this stressful and tragic time. We are always thankful for every listen and every comment on an episode, and we hope to stay even more connected with you as we shelter at home, too! If you enjoy our podcast and are financially able, we would love for you to consider becoming one of our amazing patrons as we navigate a time of reduced income. You can get special episodes and more fun content starting at just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this episode, we look at The Hunger Games trilogy through the theme of passion and discover many fascinating concepts we never saw in the series before. From the Gale's impassioned rants, to #Everlark kisses, to sides of the Capitol's fandom we kind of wish we got to see, we have a rich discussion on how passion can look in a society with a huge privilege divide. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this week's episode, we explore the theme of doubt within the LOTR trilogy. We discuss Boromir at length (one does not simply overlook him), examine the motivations behind the breaking of the Fellowship, and much more! In the end, Chris realizes just how wise his co-host is. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

We're back with a new episode exploring leadership in Harry Potter! We discuss flagrant failings within the Ministry of Magic, wonder how Ron ever became a prefect, and find all sorts of examples of leadership styles and methods of gaining and maintaining positions of power. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we look at the theme of justice within the Star Wars universe. We discuss different galactic justice systems (or lack there of), scold the Jedi for not living up to their proclaimed mission, and discover the thing Chris wants the most in the entire world. Please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

Since the Star Wars sequel trilogy has come to a close, we wanted to sort the main characters into their respective Hogwarts Houses. Where do we put Rey? Who do we sort into the "Petty House"? Find out in this episode! Also, please leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we discuss the theme of family in ATLA and LOK! We have a lot of fun looking at different types of parent-child relationships in both series, pondering Air Temple family culture, and concluding we wouldn't want to be a part of the Fire Nation royal family. #nothankyou Please remember to leave us a review on your podcast app and tell a geeky friend about us! And, if you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we look at the theme of learning and education in The Hunger Games trilogy! From Beetee's inquisitive mind to the Capitol's mechanisms of social control, we thoroughly enjoy discussing a fascinating topic in a series that is just so deep! (If you're a Ravenclaw like us, you can learn more about the study Brittany mentioned if you look up Seligman's Learned Helplessness Theory.) If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

Instead of a Sorting Chat this week, we decided to do a fun special episode that explores relationships in our 5 geeky properties! We explain our feelings about all sorts of pairings, everything from our favorite ships to our NOTPs. Enjoy the episode and don't forget to check out some of the fan art we adore here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/nerd-ships-fan-art If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we take a look at play in LOTR and The Hobbit! Between eternal beings, rambunctious hobbits, and sneaky riddlesies, we have a grand time discussing this fun theme in a series that can often feel quite serious. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable. Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a geeky friend! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we dive into the theme of death in Harry Potter, but don't worry - we still get plenty of snarky comments and laughs into the mix. We take a look at Severus Snape, Horcruxes v. Hallows, ways that J. K. Rowling added realistic complexities involving death throughout the series, and much more. If you enjoy this episode, consider being as amazing as Sam by becoming a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we take a look at the last film in the Skywalker saga and analyze it with our great friend and returning guest, Aaron! Join us to explore differing perspectives on The Rise of Skywalker's plot and characters, ponder missed opportunities, and laugh at the perfect Star Wars analogy ever. Follow the hilarious Aaron on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mrneuropolitan and Instagram at www.instagram.com/mrneuropolitan! If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

It's a new year and we're back with a brand new name and amazing new logo! Our first episode of 2020 is a great one that discusses the theme of gender within Avatar: The Last Airbender and Legend of Korra. With so many strong female characters to choose from, Brittany had quite a difficult time choosing who to bring as the character of the week. Also, while most of the episode is spent praising both TV series for their subversion of stereotypical gender roles and their calling out of sexism, we do find one area ATLA didn't do so hot... If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

As counterintuitive as it may be, this episode focuses on hope in the Hunger Games trilogy! From the practice of healing to the character of Katniss, it's not as difficult as difficult to find hope as you might think. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, we enjoy a rich discussion about Race in The Lord of the Rings and a bit of The Hobbit. From Dwarf-Elf relations to colonial rhetoric, we ponder how well the LOTR races fit with our own society's race dynamics. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com DON'T FORGET: Use coupon code GEEK2019 by 12/31/19 for free shipping on U.S. orders of $25+ and entrance into a drawing for a free Sorting Hat mini art print! Go to https://lacelit.etsy.com/ and check out the amazing Harry Potter stickers and adorable HP Christmas and birthday cards! This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Ready for us to continue our conversation about defiance in Harry Potter? In Part II, we look at many amazing acts of defiance that aren't always recognized as such, discuss society being too buddy-buddy with the Ministry, and conclude that there's an easy way out for Brittany's oh-so-unbiased Missed Opportunity. Find the fun things we mention in this episode in our show notes here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/harry-potter-defiance Also, if you haven't read Chris' blog on A Very Potter Musical yet, you can right here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/star-kid-very-potter If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com DON'T FORGET: Use coupon code GEEK2019 by 12/31/19 for free shipping on U.S. orders of $25+ and entrance into a drawing for a free Sorting Hat mini art print! Go to https://lacelit.etsy.com/ and check out the amazing Harry Potter stickers and adorable HP Christmas and birthday cards! This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we look at the theme of Defiance in Harry Potter and have so much to talk about, we decided to make our very first 2-part episode! In Part I, we shockingly talk about Mr. Potter a whole lot and ponder why Voldemort didn't practice open defiance while at Hogwarts and before officially returning to the world. We also discuss so many things in Book 5 that we might as well have analyzed the whole book. Find the fun things we mention in this episode in our show notes here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/harry-potter-defiance Also, if you haven't read Chris' blog on A Very Potter Musical yet, you can right here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/star-kid-very-potter If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com DON'T FORGET: Use coupon code GEEK2019 by 12/31/19 for free shipping on U.S. orders of $25+ and entrance into a drawing for a free Sorting Hat mini art print! Go to https://lacelit.etsy.com/ and check out the amazing Harry Potter stickers and adorable HP Christmas and birthday cards! This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we look at Trust in the Star Wars movies and a bit of The Clone Wars (don't worry - we don't give away big spoilers). While we both find Luke Skywalker to be a bit gullible at times, we find his multi-triology character arch an interesting one. We also think about Kylo, look forward to The Rise of Skywalker, and ponder what it means to trust the Force and how much it overlaps with religious faith. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review, especially on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geek-critique-pod/id1385240877 Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we discuss Despair in Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, including how despair affects an optimistic character like Aang, when incarceration leads to despair, and how the existence and disappearance of the Avatar might have caused despair in his 100 year absence. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we discuss Identity in the Hunger Games, analyzing the tributes' chariot costumes, Katniss' changing identities, and the difference between chosen identities and those forced upon you. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we have a special Sorting Chat where we place characters we get to know in the second book of the Hunger Games into their Hogwarts Houses! We discuss whether Haymitch's drinking is brave or cowardly, Finnick's loyalty, and how Beetee shows some of the negative aspects of Ravenclaw and Slytherin houses. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we discuss Agency in Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit, asking how much agency Bilbo and the Army of the Dead have, whether the One Ring should be considered a character, and the lack of economic systems in the narrative of Tolkien's stories. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we discuss Belief in Harry Potter, analyzing the difference between Dumbledore believing in and trusting others, whether Harry could have trusted Snape if he knew the truth, and how the lack of a religious or spiritual belief system leaves out rich context from the lives of the magical world. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week Chris and Brittany discuss Compassion in Star Wars, interrogating just how compassionate the Jedi really are, extolling the virtues of Rose Tico, and delving into the deeper motivations behind Anakin's actions. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we will have our first ever Sorting Chat about characters from Harry Potter, for this first time re-sorting Harry, Ron, and Hermione into houses other than Gryffindor. We discuss how Harry's relationship with Draco would change were he in Slytherin, how Ron is NOT the best boy, and ask if politician Hermione would be like Elizabeth Warren. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week we have a Sorting Chat about the heroes from the Star Wars prequel trilogy. We discuss Anakin as a Gryffindor or Hufflepuff gone bad, Qui-Gon Junn as the bad boy of the galaxy, and how Jar Jar Binks fits into Helga Hufflepuff's ideology. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, we look at ATLA and LOK through the theme of Bias. Since there are so many different types of bias interwoven into each series, we got to cover everything from Fire Nation characters, to the Spirit World, to questionable timelines (and questionable enunciations by Chris). If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we look at The Hunger Games through the theme of "friendship." We discuss Peeta's work to be friends with Katniss, how the concept of debt plays into friendships, and we ask if having friends in the Hunger Games would be an advantage or disadvantage. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week, we look at LOTR through the theme of Violence and (unsurprisingly) there's a lot to talk about. We analyze both the Steward of Gondor and Gandalf, think about how violence impacts character development, and see where the books and movies diverge. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this episode we look at the strengths and weaknesses of ability representation in Harry Potter. We explore ideas surrounding Neville and his parents, Lupin, and several characters that don't have access to magic. We also critique the Wizarding World for how they allocate resources and find other cases of ableism in and outside of the books. (Oh, and here is fair warning that we don't talk about PTSD at all this episode because trauma is one of our HP themes for a future episode!) If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

In this week's episode, we explore the theme of Play in Star Wars. We talk about Han and Lando, consider if Droids can play, and wish those on the Dark Side had a more playful side. If you haven't read Chris’ new blog post about his experience as a presenter at San Diego Comic-Con yet, you can read it and even watch his presentation here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/san-diego-comic-con If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week we discuss Compassion in ATLA and LOK! We talk a lot about Katara and Aang, consider if taking bending away is a compassionate act, think about Iroh and Zuko’s relationship, and wonder if Avatars feel compassion while in the Avatar State. We also announce that Chris’ new blog post about his experience as a presenter at San Diego Comic-Con is now up! You can read it and even watch his presentation here: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast/post/san-diego-comic-con If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Another great way to help the podcast is by leaving us a review on your podcast app and telling a friend about us. Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com