Eragon And Back Again

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What's Eragon And Back Again about?

Two adult writers revisit a childhood favorite and journey through Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Cycle! It's a weekly podcast about adventure stories and writing tips, with plenty of laughs along the way.

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Eragon And Back Again episodes:

06.12.2024
Ep. 32 - Eragon: Capture at Gil’ead + Du Sundavar Freohr
Happy First Anniversary, Eragon and Back Again! Darien and Lucy take it slower in Eragon chapter 39, “Capture at Gil’ead,” and chapter 40, “Du Sundavar Freohr.” Talking points include creating suspense with the chapter title, acknowledging that readers should be suspicious that...
05.29.2024
Ep. 31 - Eragon: Diamond Tomb
A time for grief. Lucy and Darien get into some dramatic feelings in Eragon chapter 38, “Diamond Tomb.” Talking points include the most memorable image from the book, how often chapters begin with Eragon waking up, the weight of forever when navigating...
05.01.2024
Ep. 30 - Eragon: Legacy of a Rider
We FINALLY get some answers. Darien and Lucy feel a lot of emotions in chapter 37, "Legacy of a Rider." Talking points include how "You didn't need to know" is rarely a good answer to "Why didn't you tell me...
04.23.2024
Ep. 29 - Eragon: Murtagh
Meet your new best friend. Lucy and Darien try to keep it cool in chapter 36, "Murtagh." Talking points include Eragon probably making things worse with magic and how that's not really his fault cause Brom is just a terrible teacher, sealing...
04.03.2024
Ep. 28 - Eragon: Worshipers of Helgrind + The Ra'zac's Revenge
Things take a turn for the worst. Darien and Lucy witness everything fall apart in chapter 34, "Worshipers of Helgrind," and chapter 35, "The Ra'zac's Revenge." Talking points include Dras Leona being just an awful place, Eragon's odd visit to appreciate...
03.21.2024
Ep. 27 - Eragon: The Mire of Dras-Leona + Trail of Oil
In the shadow of a spooky, scary mountain. Lucy and Darien are creeped out in chapter 32, "The Mire of Dras-Leona," and chapter 33, "Trail of Oil." Talking points include striving for casual queerness in stories, the implications of connecting...
03.05.2024
Ep. 26 - Eragon: Vision of Perfection + Master of the Blade
Eragon, what are you doing?! Darien and Lucy find Eragon to be maximalist annoying in chapter 30, "Vision of Perfection," and chapter 31, "Master of the Blade." Talking points include host poses that are underappreciated in an audio-only medium, interrogating why Brom...
02.21.2024
Ep. 25 - Eragon: A Costly Mistake
Mistakes were made! Lucy and Darien bemoan character (and author) decisions to needlessly withhold information until chapter 29, "A Costly Mistake." Talking points include Eragon's many mistakes, Brom's complete lack of preparation before taking on a teaching position, suffering through unpleasant...
02.07.2024
Ep. 24 - Eragon: Of Reading and Plots + Thieves in the Castle
Another weirdly short chapter! Darien and Lucy support literacy in YA fantasy protagonists in chapter 27, "Of Reading and Plots," and chapter 28, "Thieves in the Castle." Talking points include employing the powerful writing tool called "the time skip," the sound of...
01.24.2024
Ep. 23 - Eragon: The Witch and the Werecat
The journey continues! Lucy and Darien speculate about mysterious prophecies while pretending they haven't read the rest of the series in chapter 26, "The Witch and the Werecat." Talking points include Angela still being the best, bizarre choices regarding the "sound"...
12.06.2023
Ep. 22 - Eragon: An Old Friend
Angela is here! Darien and Lucy get way too excited about a side character in Eragon chapter 25, “An Old Friend.” Talking points include Angela being the best, if toads are all actually frogs, the heartwarming fact that Christopher Paolini dedicated this...
12.06.2023
Ep. 21 - Eragon: A Song for the Road + A Taste of Terim
Sing the song of your people! (Or write it down. That’s fine.) Lucy and Darien sing different tunes in Eragon chapter 23, “A Song for the Road,” and chapter 24, “A Taste of Terim.” Talking points include why songs in non-audio mediums...
11.15.2023
Ep. 20 - Eragon: Through the Eyes of a Dragon
Let’s take to the skies! Darien and Lucy enjoy the magical experience of flying on a dragon in Eragon chapter 22, “Through the Eyes of a Dragon.” Talking points include Saphira’s time spent alone in the skies, how the way dragons...
10.25.2023
Ep. 19 - Eragon: Daret
The kingdom is in disarray. Lucy and Darien are relieved to find everyone is alive in Eragon chapter 21, “Daret.” Talking points include how to spot a villain in a fantasy novel (Hint: His name has an X in it, and he...
10.18.2023
Ep. 18 - Eragon: Magic is the Simplest Thing
All magic comes with a price. Darien and Lucy tackle more magic in Eragon chapter 20, “Magic is the Simplest Thing.” Talking points include the rules of magic, hard versus soft magic systems, spoilers versus genre tropes, elf lore, Dragon Rider lore,...
10.11.2023
Ep. 17 - Eragon: Admonishments
Things are getting magical! Lucy and Darien dissect the basics of magic while discussing Eragon chapter 19, “Admonishments.” Talking points include Brom being difficult, Eragon conveniently shouting the one useful word, and Saphira’s over-confidence in their growing abilities. Sparks of Inspiration Lucy and Darien...
10.04.2023
Ep. 16 - Eragon: Revelation at Yazuac
A horrifying turn of events. Darien and Lucy somberly discuss Eragon chapter 18, “Revelation at Yuazac.” Talking points include writing about horrific events without traumatizing your readers, raging against a broken world, Eragon refusing to bow down to inevitability, and how legitimately...
09.27.2023
Ep. 15 - Eragon: Thunder Roar and Lightning Crackle
We hope you brought an umbrella. Lucy and Darien weather the storm in Eragon chapter 17, “Thunder Roar and Lightning Crackle.” Talking points include the unsettling sensation created by the acute absence of mountains, the agony of chapped lips, Saphira and Eragon...
09.21.2023
Ep. 14 - Eragon: Saddlemaking + Therinsford
Time to describe the process of making a textile in excruciating detail. Darien and Lucy have differing opinions about Eragon chapter 15, "Saddlemaking," and chapter 16, “Therinsford.” Talking points include how not to train in a new skill, Brom being shady AF,...
09.06.2023
Ep. 13 - Eragon: The Madness of Life + A Rider's Blade
Rest in peace, Garrow. Lucy and Darien explore finding purpose through grief in Eragon chapter 13, "The Madness of Life," and chapter 14, “A Rider’s Blade.” Talking points include the subtle way Paolini establishes lore, how Eragon really should have trained with...
08.23.2023
Ep. 12 - Eragon: Deathwatch
Everything goes wrong. Darien and Lucy tread through the air of foreboding that is Eragon chapter 12, "Deathwatch." Talking points include the most amazing non-magical house in fiction, Eragon's numbness in shock, the cruelty of well-meaning comments during times of crisis, and...
08.16.2023
Ep. 11 - Eragon: The Doom of Innocence
Everything goes wrong. Lucy and Darien discuss Eragon, chapter 11, "The Doom of Innocence." Talking points include the first place Saphira felt safe, Eragon and Saphira’s relationship persevering through crisis, hints of Eragon’s new abilities, and the fine art of describing chocolate. Sparks...
08.09.2023
Ep. 10 - Eragon: Flight of Destiny
STUFF IS HAPPENING Darien and Lucy discuss Eragon chapter 10, "Flight of Destiny." Talking points include panic as the plot picks up, great concern for Garrow's well-being, how undermining expected tropes can benefit a narrative, and the deep friendship between Eragon...
08.02.2023
Ep. 9 - Eragon: Strangers in Carvahall
Stuff is happening! Lucy and Darien discuss Eragon chapter 9, "Strangers in Carvahall." Talking points include Garrow giving excellent advice, the importance of displays of affection between fathers and sons, heroes who want adventure without resenting their home, and how the readers...
07.26.2023
Ep 8. Eragon: A Miller-To-Be
Eragon continues to throw a right tantrum about his cousin getting a new job. Darien and Lucy cover Eragon chapter 8, "A Miller-To-Be." Talking points include Saphira's perception of the self, the acute sadness of feeling left behind by a...
07.19.2023
Ep. 7 - Eragon: Name of Power
We have a name and pronouns! Lucy and Darien jump into Eragon chapter 7, "Name of Power." Talking points include how change isn't as fun when it's not in our control, Eragon throwing a right tantrum about his cousin getting a...
07.13.2023
Ep. 6 - Eragon: Tea for Two
Time for tea and loads of lore! Darien and Lucy dive into Eragon chapter 6, "Tea for Two." Which means it's time to call out the blatant inspiration in the Inheritance Cycle. And how, maybe, it's not such a bad...
07.05.2023
Ep. 5 - Eragon: Fate's Gift + Awakening
We're covering TWO chapters this week—because the first chapter was only three pages long. The secrets of the mysterious "stone" finally come to light, and that blue dragon from the book cover appears! Join Darien and Lucy as they break...
06.28.2023
Ep. 4 - Eragon: Dragon Tales
Let's all go to Dragon Land! Oh, no! The dragons are all gone because the villain is "mad." Darien and Lucy break down Eragon Chapter 4: Dragon Tales by getting into the nitty gritty of what makes a great villain....
06.21.2023
Ep. 3 - Eragon: Palancar Valley
In this episode of Eragon and Back Again, we explore Chapter Two of the Inheritance Cycle, delving into the intricacies of Christopher Paolini's high fantasy world. Darien and Lucy discuss the unique names and places that bring the world to...
06.14.2023
Ep. 2 - Eragon: Discovery
We explore the first chapter of Eragon's journey. In classic YA fantasy fashion, the fate of the world will lie in the hands of this 15-year-old, so let's hyper-analyze the kid! We examine Eragon's bravery, his dedication to his family,...
06.07.2023
Ep. 1 - Eragon: Prologue
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Eragon and Back Again! Hosts Darien Smartt (she/her) and Lucy Hart (she/her) dive into the world of Alagaësia and explore the Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini. Join us as we explore themes, foreshadowing, and narrative...
05.12.2023
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What's Eragon And Back Again about?

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Eragon And Back Again episodes:

Ep. 32 - Eragon: Capture at Gil’ead + Du Sundavar Freohr

Ep. 31 - Eragon: Diamond Tomb

Ep. 30 - Eragon: Legacy of a Rider

Ep. 29 - Eragon: Murtagh

Ep. 28 - Eragon: Worshipers of Helgrind + The Ra'zac's Revenge

Ep. 27 - Eragon: The Mire of Dras-Leona + Trail of Oil

Ep. 26 - Eragon: Vision of Perfection + Master of the Blade

Ep. 25 - Eragon: A Costly Mistake

Ep. 24 - Eragon: Of Reading and Plots + Thieves in the Castle

Ep. 23 - Eragon: The Witch and the Werecat

Ep. 22 - Eragon: An Old Friend

Ep. 21 - Eragon: A Song for the Road + A Taste of Terim

Ep. 20 - Eragon: Through the Eyes of a Dragon

Ep. 19 - Eragon: Daret

Ep. 18 - Eragon: Magic is the Simplest Thing

Ep. 17 - Eragon: Admonishments

Ep. 16 - Eragon: Revelation at Yazuac

Ep. 15 - Eragon: Thunder Roar and Lightning Crackle

Ep. 14 - Eragon: Saddlemaking + Therinsford

Ep. 13 - Eragon: The Madness of Life + A Rider's Blade

Ep. 12 - Eragon: Deathwatch

Ep. 11 - Eragon: The Doom of Innocence

Ep. 10 - Eragon: Flight of Destiny

Ep. 9 - Eragon: Strangers in Carvahall

Ep 8. Eragon: A Miller-To-Be

Ep. 7 - Eragon: Name of Power

Ep. 6 - Eragon: Tea for Two

Ep. 5 - Eragon: Fate's Gift + Awakening

Ep. 4 - Eragon: Dragon Tales

Ep. 3 - Eragon: Palancar Valley

Ep. 2 - Eragon: Discovery

Ep. 1 - Eragon: Prologue

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