Brave New Words | A Swell Community Podcast episodes:

• December 16, 2024@mrinalinii | The "Chosen One"? More like the a mediocre wizard with abandonment issues

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  "A bland protagonist who somehow managed to become the face of an entire generation of book lovers. From his whiny demeanor to his questionable decision making. Harry Potter, I believe, is a prime example of why popularity doesn't always equate to quality. So let's start with his personality. Well, Harry essentially is a blank canvas. A character devoid of any real depth or complexity. He's brave, sure, but isn't everyone brave when their life is constantly threatened?"

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• December 16, 2024@Swami_Aravind | "Everything is futile, give up", gotta be my favorite genre.

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  "But the one of the villain or this person who is considered an antagonist is someone who initially contacts this aliens, who initially talks to these, communicates with these aliens for the first time, right? So. So just to give some context, somewhere in the beginning of the show there is this person and a lot of institutes, a lot of research centers worldwide, they're trying to contact aliens. Like this has been happening even irl. But yeah."

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• December 16, 2024@birdloverish | Maleficent: someone who had a perfectly understandable reaction to being left out

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  "Like, I get Maleficent on a soul level. Like, she is the kind of petty I aspire to be. Like, I feel fomo, and I just feel bad. She feels fomo. She goes to the castle and, like, threatens to kill the princess. That's wonderful. Okay, wait. Wonderful is a stretch. Okay? I'm not. I'm not saying her actions were right. I'm just saying that I understand them on a soul level."

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• December 16, 2024@Rithey | Why Caroline Bingley is my favourite villian

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  "She is a villain with surprisingly relatable motives. She is not plotting world domination or is just evil for the sake of. Her actions come from personal aspirations and the pressure that the society puts on a woman life. Her main goal is to marry Mr. Darcy because the only way she can achieve societal standing is through marrying someone rich and influential. But when Elizabeth Bennet catches Mr. Darcy's attention, Carolyn sees her as a threat and does everything she can to tear her down."

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• December 15, 2024@jarmagic | HOW I RECIEVE MY REWARDS BEFORE THE FINISH-LINE— MANAS SVVV: "Which quote has been the most hard-hitting for you in recent times?"

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  "The writing, the recording, the editing, all of it has become its own reward. I've stopped worrying about how long it takes or whether it'll be perfect. And now I focus on the practice itself. And that's where I find fulfillment. If you're like me, you might feel that pressure sometimes, especially when you're working towards something big."

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• December 14, 2024@Yo.jaiii | Books vs Movies:The battle between pages and screens

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  "Reading is often known as a solitary activity, making it harder to share the experience in real time. Now, let's talk about movies. So movies captivate viewers with stunning visuals, dramatic performances and evocative soundtracks. A single frame or a piece of music can convey emotions that words alone may struggle to express. Films condense narratives into two or three hours, making stories accessible to people who might not have time to read a full length book."

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• December 13, 2024@Vanshu_Bisht | BOOKS VS MOVIES: THE BATTLE BETWEEN PAGES AND SCREENS.

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  "On the other hand, movies rely on visual music and performance to make an immediate impact. They are shorter and more direct, giving you a short story in just few hours. Personally, I prefer both. But according to me, we should give books equal value like movies because a line can completely change the whole scenario. One line of any book or novel hold that much of power."

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• December 13, 2024@saanvi_goel | Books vs Movies: The Battle Between Pages and Screens

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  "Books, while they give you the space to imagine and connect deeply with the characters, movies and shows bring stories to life. Visually, though, I will always lean a little more towards books. But adaptations, when done right, are such a gift to fans."

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• December 13, 2024@nishgup2005 | Books vs Movies

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  "Hello, I am Nishchya Gupta. When asked about book versus movies, I feel a personal incline towards movies mainly because I don't read books, but also because cinema has a lot to offer. From visual serenity to auditory stimulus, cinema has it going for itself. Stemming from the brilliant minds of filmmakers. Cinema offers you ideas and concepts that contain the potential to blow your minds. Movies like the Grand Budapest Hotel are a testament to what brilliant mind brings to the table."

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• December 13, 2024@Krrish18 | Books vs Movies

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  "Movies appeal to the social side of us, the part that loves sharing experiences, feeling emotions in a group, and seeing a director's vision brought to a life. So in the battle of books and movies, there's no clear winner. Both satisfy different needs, both enrich our lives in unique ways, and both remind us why storytelling is such an integral part of being a human. Whether you are flipping pages alone or sharing popcorn with friends, the magic of the story remains the same."

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