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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:

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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. ]

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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.

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