In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Back to Bethlehem, Part II,” in which the cast of the nativity expands to include the shepherds and the expecting couple themselves, Mary and Joseph. Hezekiah challenges Eugenius to engage his heart in his search for truth. Mary’s labor begins, and Connie is called upon to assist. Judah approaches Connie with a marriage proposal. Also, a quick look at the discussion questions, some character appreciation, and a daily mantra we hope nobody adopts.

In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Back to Bethlehem, Part I,” in which Connie and Eugene(ius) are off to experience the Nativity for themselves in the Imagination Station. Will Eugene’s heart be opened to the true meaning of Christmas, or will he remain trapped in his doubts? Will Connie’s eyes be opened to the gritty reality of life in the first century, or will she get caught up in a brewing love triangle that serves no purpose other than being extremely entertaining? Also, a baffling Chris Corner (or should we say, Christmas Corner?), selectively leaning into the realism of patriarchy, and Imagination Station theories! Everyone say Roman Census!

Just giving you all a heads up that there will be no episode this week! Rest assured, we are both excited to cover Album Ten. In the meantime, why not check out Your Fellow Odyssians?

How's it going, Catspaws! Welcome to the first installment of Catspaw Corner, in which Tatjana and Emilee invite one of our listeners onto the podcast to discuss Odyssey in new and interesting ways! In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite characters from Odyssey, and imagine them in the worlds of Harry Potter and Wheel of Time. Join us as we sort characters into their Hogwarts houses and Aes Sedai Ajahs.

BEWARE, THERE BE SPOILERS AHEAD FOR ADVENTURES IN ODYSSEY, HARRY POTTER, AND WHEEL OF TIME

If you'd like to see the list of characters by house and ajah, as sorted by us and our and guest, check out our reddit.

Welcome to another bonus episode! This was recorded back in September, a month after One Grand Party, celebrating the 1,000th episode of Odyssey. While Tatjana was away in Scotland, Emilee was in Colorado. I (Emilee) thought that rather than just sharing my experience with Tatjana, I might also share it with all of you! So, we sat down and recorded our conversation.

You can check out photos from the event on our ⁠reddit⁠.

Stay tuned till the end to hear some interviews that were recorded after the show!

Two Corrections:

• Emilee is not confident all songs sung by the barbershop quartet were in fact from the Odyssey Sings! album
• Emilee also does not know exactly the color or degree of sparkliness of Jess Harnell’s outfit the day of the show, only that it was quite eye-catching and notable for its style.

Thanks for listening!

And remember, beware the time sponge.

Listen along for our descriptions of: adorable sheep, a calculator-microphone, and brothers, so many brothers.

!!!SPECIAL GUEST ALERT!!! Welcome Daniel, host of the marvelous podcast Your Fellow Odyssians! Thank you for joining us on today’s Podventure in Odyssey!

In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Over the Airwaves,” in which a Bible Study about the parables of Jesus takes the form of a Kid’s Radio broadcast. There are several delightful segments, the chief of which is a Western retelling of the Parable of the Tenants. What will become of the Southspoon Ranch when its benevolent owner, Matt Cartwood, leaves the property in the care of three tenants with epithets in front of their names? And what role will his beloved son Jerems–er–Jeremy play in the unfolding drama? Also, a smorgasbord of metaphors for episode structure, a sidekick rescued from the sidekick pound, and final thoughts out loud. It’s a whole kitchen of an episode!

In this podventure, we discuss the episode “The Vow,” in which Jessie sets Donna down the path of anxiety over her parents’ relationship after they take the ‘first step’ towards divorce. When Donna walks in on her parents arguing, she and Jimmy decide to join forces in convincing their parents to sign a contract stating that they will never separate while Donna is in D.C. with her dad and Jimmy is at home with his mom. But what they don’t know is that, in a way, her parents already have signed a contract. A contract before God. Also, romantically charged arguments, leaning on the fourth wall, and correlation does not equal causation.

In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Cousin Albert,” in which Lucy interviews her cousin and premiere basketball jock Albert for the Odyssey Owl. Much to her chagrin, however, Albert is giving her absolutely nothing to work with. Could Albert have something to hide? Also, Marvin Corner, relationship misunderstandings, and Lucy’s life mission.

In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Bernard and Joseph, Part 2,” in which we hear the exciting conclusion to the Joseph story. Dreams interpreted and fulfilled, hearts broken and changed, vengeance offered and refused. Typical Bible stuff! Also, sibling antics, and lessons to learn from Potiphar’s wife (primarily, don’t be like her). Be careful out there, everyone. It’s a cow-eat-cow world.