The Protagonist Podcast

In Part 1 of our first, epic, two-part discussion, we are joined by special guest Kjerste Christensen to discuss Celia from The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. Listen as we discuss some trivia, break down the plot, and start figuring out why Celia is awesome.

This week we are joined by Branden Ushio from The Fandom Podcast to discuss Peter Banning/Pan from the 1991 film Hook. Listen as the discussion naturally flows from practical versus digital effects to time-compressing wormholes to anachronistic teddy bears.

Have you ever wondered what the world would be like if the Marvel superheroes had been alive in 1602? Join us this week, we talk about the Marvel comic book 1602 by Neil Gaiman and Andy Kubert. Topics include the fun of “What if” stories, the power of narrative, and seeing familiar characters in unfamiliar settings.

This week we discuss Jessica Fletcher from Murder, She Wrote. We talk about charming murder mysteries, curious plot holes, and one legendary actress.

This week, we talk about Meg Murry from the classic novel A Wrinkle in Time. We discuss big ideas versus narrative, the messages of the novel, and tie it all in to the novelization of the first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film.

In celebration of March Madness we viewed the classic basketball film, Hoosiers (1986). Listen as we discuss Coach Norman Dale, leadership, and the difficulties of dealing with disgruntled rural townsfolk. Then join us in a friendly game of Deus Ex Machina versus Chekhov’s Gun.

This week we discuss a recent addition to Marvel Comics pantheon of superheroes (in our opinion one of the best), Kamala Khan, who goes by the code name Ms. Marvel. Listen as we talk about issues of identity, the trauma of superpowers, and the general awesomeness of Kamala.

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This week we are joined by special guest Jim Mock as we tackle one of Joe’s favorite characters of all time: Niles Crane from the sitcom Frasier. Listen as we discuss different types of comedy, what makes a healthy relationship, and long-form character evolution on one of the most decorated TV shows ever.

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This week we talk about Sammy from Psion Beta with special guest Jacob Gowans, the author of Psion Beta! Join us for a discussion of what makes a good character, teenage romance (including some serious interdigitating), and what the writing process is like for a new author.

This week we are joined by returning guest Kjerste Christensen to discuss Beatrice and Benedick from the Shakespeare classic, Much Ado About Nothing. Join us as we discuss Emma Thompson and Kenneth Brannagh’s performances, the use of deception, and our favorite Shakespeare plays.