In this episode, Ashley & Joel dive into the life and literary career of Our Lady, Anne Rice. This conversation explores her rise to fame, the cultural impact of her work, particularly during the AIDS crisis, and her complex relationship with faith. The discussion also covers her literary transitions, collaborations with her son Christopher Rice, and the future of adaptations of her work, highlighting the enduring legacy of her storytelling.

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What's Next for the Articulate Coven?

October 19th: Ranking Anne Rice's Vampires

October 26th: Talamasca: The Secret Order Episode 1 and 2

November 2nd: Talamasca: The Secret Order Episode 3 AND

Articulate Coven Livestream episode about Anne Rice's Celebration of Life

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Chapters

00:00 Taylor Swift and the Cost of Art

09:37 The Art of Critique and Subjectivity

16:36 Anne Rice: A Life of Passion and Transformation

26:14 The Early Years and Tragedy

32:55 Rebirth Through Writing

39:28 The Rise to Fame

45:46 Cultural Impact and Legacy

52:00 The Release of 'Mimic the Devil' and Its Impact

54:04 Anne Rice's Health Crisis and Return to Faith

55:32 The Shift in Anne Rice's Religious Views

56:58 The Prolific Writing Phase of the Late 90s

58:44 Exploring the Christian Phase of Anne Rice's Writing

01:00:12 The 'Christ the Lord' Series and Its Significance

01:01:47 Standalone Novels and Cultural Reflections

01:03:37 Transition to Werewolf Novels

01:05:34 The Return of Lestat and New Series

01:07:26 Collaborations with Christopher Rice

01:09:21 The Development of Adaptations and Series

01:11:36 Looking Ahead: Future Adaptations and Projects