“We might have to start a spin-off podcast where we just watch Willem Dafoe movies.”

It’s our first contemporary novel, and we decided to go straight to the top. Arguably the most emblematic and decidedly the most successful book of its era, it’s John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars (2012). We laugh, reminisce on our youths, ponder human existence, and try not to cry throughout this very big episode. Apologies in advance for our attempts to pronounce Lidewij. Okay? Okay.

Emetophobia warning: a very realistic sound effect is made at 32:23.

“There’s a certain Slant of light, (320)”: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45723/theres-a-certain-slant-of-light-320

”The Red Wheelbarrow”: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45502/the-red-wheelbarrow

Zeno’s paradox and infinities: https://slate.com/technology/2014/03/zenos-paradox-how-to-explain-the-solution-to-achilles-and-the-tortoise-to-a-child.html

Explaining (and solving) Zeno’s paradox in further detail: https://gori70.medium.com/the-solution-of-the-paradox-of-achilles-and-the-tortoise-f618b23c25e

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"I'm ugly and I'm proud!"

Daphne and Kellie take on their most-requested book by far in this episode, where they are joined by special guest expert and friend of the pod, Hayley! You asked for it--it's Scott Westerfeld's Uglies (2005). We get into mid-aughts culture, the upcoming Netflix adaptation, and whether we'd rather be pretty or smart.

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“Sheep are easier to spray paint.”

In this bonus episode, Kellie and Daphne break down the Delirium pilot, which was filmed for Fox’s Fall 2013 lineup, but never went to series. You’ll see why.

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Delirium TikTok Part 1 Link: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPREBVa7M/

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“I don’t believe in banning books. But I think this book should be banned.”

We’re not gonna lie. This one is bleak. Like, “We cut a whole plot point from the recording because the episode was already too dark” bleak. But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of fun to be had as we break down Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy (2007).

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Timestamps: 

0:55 Sunrise on the Reaping announcement

4:22 Shelves in the City recap

6:28 Vampire Academy discussion

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"Her emotions are SO intense."

Daphne and (a very congested) Kellie take on their first listener-requested read with Lauren Oliver's Delirium (2011)! This is a new book for both hosts, and we have hilariously different reactions to the material. 

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“The world has been covered in Cheeto dust!”

Kellie and Daphne continue their break from our regularly scheduled programming to talk about the Divergent movies. Rants and tangents ensue. We also take a moment to discuss and respond to criticisms of Veronica Roth's 2018 post-Allegiant-epilogue epilogue short story, "We Can Be Mended." Plus, a very special announcement!

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We deviate from our usual book recaps to discuss something very special: John Green's Turtles All the Way Down (2017) and the movie adaptation that FINALLY came out this month on Max. Heads up, his one's a little loose and goofy. Several rants occur, we unleash our wrath on Goodreads, and a friendship is tested.

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"50-60 teenage boys? That's the scariest thing I can imagine."

Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Colin take on the shuckin' Maze, and spoiler alert: there's running (but maybe less than you'd think?). We share our formative experiences with the book as children, and talk all things The Maze Runner (2009), James Dashner, Newtmas, and a whole bunch of other klunk.

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"And at this point, I almost screamed."

Kellie and Daphne go back to Chicago one last time to learn what's beyond the fence in Allegiant (2013)--and it's a lot to take in. We get into the extreme pivots that this finale makes, discuss that controversial ending, and try to understand what it was all for. Plus, a priceless ($5) gift is given.

Veronica Roth's Salon Article:

https://www.salon.com/2021/06/05/i-killed-the-beloved-hero-of-my-books-and-reader-reactions-were-intense-would-i-do-it-again/

Lady Geek Girl and Friends Blog:

https://ladygeekgirl.wordpress.com/2014/03/23/oh-my-pop-culture-jesus-protestant-theology-in-the-divergent-trilogy/

Penny's One-Star Amazon Review:

https://www.amazon.com/review/RX9IWT6KYAJHR

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"There's nothing romantic and whimsical about democracy."

Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Katie take a break from the Divergent series to spend an episode in Illéa for Kiera Cass' The Selection (2012). Your bachelorettes dive into publishing world drama, Illéan geopolitics, and teenage love triangles. Our hearts are confused!

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