The Dancing Dove Podcast: Recent Episodes
Samantha Yi
One history teacher and one law student go on a journey through the Tortall Universe to uncover the origins and references within Tamora Pierce's legendarium.
This week, Kaila and I discuss the conclusion of In the Hands of the Goddess, in which Alanna realizes her lifelong dream of becoming the first female Knight in over a century. There are surprising links from our reading to modern-day political and legal squabbles - join us to find out why!
You can check out our show notes for more info: https://thedancingdovepodcast.podbean.com/p/show-notes-1612136426/
This week Kaila and I discuss the first half of In The Hands of the Goddess, in which Alanna encounters several firsts. Her first duel, first battle, first kiss -- or as a famous grandpa once said "Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, chases, escapes, true love, and miracles."
Check out our show notes for more info: https://thedancingdovepodcast.podbean.com/p/show-notes-1612136426/
This week Kaila and I discuss the second half of Alanna: The First Adventure, in which Alanna discovers a magical sword and evil foes against whom she will need to learn how to use it.
Content Warning: Discussion of transphobia & brief mention of J.K. Rowling
Check out our show notes for more details: https://thedancingdovepodcast.podbean.com/p/show-notes-1612136426/
Join us in our first episode to discuss the legal and historical references in the first half of Alanna The First Adventure!
P.S. The FB group has confirmed that it is pronounced "Ralon like Talon" NOT "Ray-Lahn" (but we're not zealots - say the names & words however it makes sense to you!)
This first episode is a preview of our new podcast, in which we'll discuss the legal and historical aspects of the Tortall books by Tamora Pierce.