Based on a Book

We’re sending off 2025 with a can’t-miss year-end finale! Join us as we face off in a game of guessing titles from the very first line, break down the stats that defined our year, and dive into our year-in-review questions. From celebrating our favorite moments and standout book adaptations to debating the episodes that didn’t quite hit the mark, welcome to Based on a Book’s 2025 Final Credits!

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

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Question of the Episode:

• What word or phrase would you use to hint at what's to come in our upcoming season (Season 4)?

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(00:00) Introductions

(00:55) Guess the Book using the First Lines

(14:57) Reading and Watching Stats

(21:09) Year in Review Questions

(43:15) Question of the Episode

We're wrapping up Jane Austen December and our final adaptation of the year with a delightfully undead twist: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies! This episode dives into the mash-up novel and its 2016 film adaptation to explore how classic Regency romance collides with flesh-eating chaos.

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Jane Austen, Seth Grahame-Smith
• Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016 Film)

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Question of the Episode:

• If you could take any classic and give it a monster makeover, which book would you choose and which creature or creatures would you add?

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(00:00) Introductions

(01:31) Book Ratings

(10:34) Adaptation Introductions & Discussions (SPOILERS)

(53:18) Final Verdicts & Question of the Episode

This month, Jane Austen turns 250, and to celebrate, we're stepping out of our comfort zone and trying something new.

Analyzing Pride and Prejudice has been done to death. So rather than walk our listeners through the plot step by step and compare it to just one adaptation, we decided to take a different approach. In this episode we talk about the book alongside three major screen versions—the 1940 film, 1995 BBC miniseries, and the 2005 film. We compare characters, key scenes, and the overall vibe of each to Austen’s iconic classic, exploring how each adaptation reshapes the story for its own time and audience.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
• Pride and Prejudice (1940 Film)
• Pride and Prejudice (1995 TV Miniseries)
• Pride & Prejudice (2005 Film)

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Question of the Episode:

• We all took tests to find out which character we are. So tell us what the test said you were, but then tell us who you think you most identify with. Which "Pride and Prejudice" Character Are You: https://uquiz.com/quiz/QZWtwT/which-pride-and-prejudice-character-are-you

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(04:29) Book Ratings

(09:00) Adaptation Introductions & Discussions (SPOILERS)

(57:06) Final Verdicts

(59:14) Question of the Episode

Best way to wrap up Next Chapter November? Mood lighting, emotional whiplash, and finally diving into what comes next after Fifty Shades of Grey left us on a juicy cliffhanger. This episode, we peel back the satin curtain of Fifty Shades Darker and its 2017 movie adaptation starring Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan. Whether you love it, hate it, or simply can’t look away, we’re breaking down exactly what worked, what didn’t, and what had us internally screaming (in a good and bad way).

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Fifty Shades Darker by E.L. James
• Fifty Shades Darker (2017 Film)

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Question of the Episode:

• What's the most embarrassing screen name that you've ever had in your past?

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(00:00) Introductions

(02:16) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion

(15:27) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(1:04:41) Final Verdict

(1:05:22) Question of the Episode

In the second half of our journey through The Subtle Knife and the remainder of His Dark Materials Season 2, we dive deep into the most emotional, intense, world-jumping stretch of the story so far. This is where destinies collide, secrets unravel, and the stakes rise higher than ever for Lyra, Will, the witches, the Magisterium, and Mrs. Coulter.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman
• His Dark Material (TV Series)

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Question of the Episode:

• What’s something you wish could be done in a more subtle way?

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(00:00) Introductions

(03:27) Book vs Series Breakdown — Episode 4 (SPOILERS)

(013:43) Episode 5

(29:33) Episode 6

(37:55) Episode 7

(50:59) Final Verdicts

(51:37) Question of the Episode

Worlds are colliding, and we’re slicing into The Subtle Knife! This week’s episode kicks off the first half of our deep dive into Philip Pullman’s The Subtle Knife and Season 2, Episodes 1–3 of His Dark Materials. We explore how the story expands beyond The Golden Compass, introducing new worlds, new faces, and the mysterious weapon that gives this book its name. From Lyra’s growing independence to Will’s quiet strength, we break down how the series balances faith, science, and fate—and how those first three episodes bring the multiverse to life.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman
• His Dark Material (TV Series)

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(00:47) The Golden Compass Recap

(04:08) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion

(09:22) Book vs Series Breakdown — Episode 1 (SPOILERS)

(24:13) Episode 2

(36:10) Episode 3

The spark has officially caught fire! We’re kicking off Next Chapter November, our month-long theme where we continue the series we started back in Season 2, with Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins and its explosive movie adaptation. This episode dives back into the world of Panem for the 75th Hunger Games, where survival means rebellion and no one is safe.

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
• The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013 Film)

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Question of the Episode:

• Since we've gotten two spinoffs, is there another tribute from the Hunger Games that you want a book about?

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(00:00) Introductions

(01:29) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion

(07:04) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(1:18:52) Final Verdict

(1:21:34) Question of the Episode

The Ghouls are in full spooky-season mode in this Halloween Based on a Book Special! Keri kicks things off with a hilarious game where she badly describes popular Halloween movies, and Lindsey and Crystal do their best to guess them (with plenty of laughter along the way). We also dive into our favorite spooky-season movie and book recommendations, share some beloved Halloween traditions, and chat all things fall and festive. It’s a cozy hangout with your favorite ghouls—perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit!

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Links to Recommendations Mentioned in Episode:

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WUbabRSAq3v4VFEdfBjRFFgdIX9ELCVj/view?usp=drive_link

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• The Watchers by A.M. Shine
• 20thCentury Ghosts by Joe Hill (The Black Phone Short Story)
• Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

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(00:00) Introductions

(01:08) Dead Wrong Descriptions: Halloween Edition

(12:04) Defining Spooky Season Watches

(15:03) Spooky Season Recs

(31:10) Halloween Traditions and Favorite Costumes

To wrap up Spooky Month, we're heading into the enchanting world of Practical Magic—where sisterhood, spells, and small-town gossip collide with love, loss, and a dash of danger. Based on Alice Hoffman’s beloved novel and the 1998 film starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, this episode dives into the cozy, witchy chaos that made Practical Magic a cult favorite. We discuss the differences between book and movie, the enduring charm of the Owens family, and why this story feels like Halloween comfort for the soul.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Links to Books & Adaptations Discussed in this Episode:

• Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman
• Practical Magic (1998 Film)

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• Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

Question of the Episode:

• What is your cocktail of choice for an impromptu pajama party?

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(00:00) Introductions

(01:19) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion

(10:48) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(50:53) Final Verdict

(51:35) Question of the Episode

What happens when a disconnected rotary phone becomes your only lifeline? In this week’s episode, we’re diving into The Black Phone by Joe Hill and its chilling 2021 movie adaptation directed by Scott Derrickson. We explore how the short story stacks up against the film, from the terrifying Grabber and that iconic mask to the supernatural calls that blur the line between life and death. We’ll break down the similarities, the differences, and why this adaptation captures the perfect mix of horror, heart, and suspense.

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Links to Books & Adaptations Discussed in this Episode:

• 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill
• The Black Phone (2021 Film)

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• 20th Century Ghosts by Joe Hill (The Black Phone Short Story)

Question of the Episode:

• The Grabber has his mask—if you were a horror villain, what signature prop or accessory would you use?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(01:09) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion

(07:50) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(47:06) Final Verdict & Question of the Episode