Adaptation Nation

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Adaptation Nation episodes:

02.17.2022
The Color Purple
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the publication of Alice Walker’s The Color Purple, Sharifah Williams and Jeff O’Neal discuss the book, the movie, and the legacies of both. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these...
02.04.2022
Gone Girl
Jeff O’Neal, Rebecca Schinsky, and Amanda Nelson mark the 10th Anniversary of the publication of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn with a deep dive into the book, the movie, and legacy of this hugely influential work. Learn more about your ad...
01.21.2022
The Scottish Play
Jeff, Jenn, Vanessa, and Sharifah assemble to dive into The Tragedy of Macbeth, in honor of its newest movie adaptation starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand. Shakespeare: The Animated Tales On King James' Obsession with Witches Columbo's "Dagger of the Mind" Episode Is Macbeth...
12.30.2021
The English Patient
Jeff O'Neal and Rebecca Schinsky discuss The English Patient (book 1992, film 1996). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12.16.2021
The Pelican Brief
Jeff and Amanda dive into The Pelican Brief, because they feel like it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12.02.2021
The Wheel of Time
Jeff and Jenn dig into The Wheel of Time TV show adaptation and talk Robert Jordan, whether it’s the next Game of Thrones, to read or not to read, and more. Links: Inside Amazon’s Wheel of Time [GQ] Tar Valon Or Bust Sword Stone...
11.19.2021
Casino Royale
Jeff O'Neal and Vanessa Diaz talk about Ian Fleming's 1953 Casino Royale and the 2006 film adaptation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11.01.2021
Dune
Jeff O’Neal, Jenn Northington, and Amanda Nelson discuss Frank Herbert’s Dune and break down Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 adaptation. Mentioned in this episode: Frank Herbert’s Distrust of JFK Hari Kunzru on Dune Muslim Influences in Dune Is Dune a White Savior Narrative? Sidelining Arab Voices in Dune Dune...
10.25.2021
Welcome To Adaptation Nation
Welcome to Adaptation Nation, Book Riot's newest podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices