League Of Lit: Recent Episodes
Kara & Ciara
Two friends discussing books, adaptations, and anything else they wish to talk about and tie it back to lit because they can.
We are journeying back to a galaxy far far away to find Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy! Yes, you read that correctly. But in space, they go by Rey Skywalker and Kylo Ren/Ben Solo.
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SHOW NOTES
- Kylo & Rey's faces on Darcy & Lizzie: https://youtu.be/lWHOwLTmY9M
- "I Need a Hero": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZO-OiBWmgM
- Twitter Evidence: https://twitter.com/sariahwilson/status/1364758225761882115
- Fun Fan Art: https://every-day-is-star-wars-day.tumblr.com/post/153412442273/rey-and-kylo-as-lizzy-and-mrdarcy-they-are
We're hopping on a train that we will ride to the end of the line discussing: myths, musicals, and the magic that comes with both.
We promise that there are no name changes within this podcast episode. Come join the conversation as we confess our confusion on the facination with the name Ernest while we dive into Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest.
We are diving into the Greishaverse created by Leigh Bardugo - specifically Shadow and Bone. Join us as we discuss the novel and the Netflix show.
The League of Lit Podcast Team does not advise listeners under the age of 18 to read the book or see the movie this episode is about.
We're diving into Guillermo del Toro's Crimson Peak in today's episode.
We are looking for ghosts with the Prince of Denmark by discussing Shakespeare's Tradgedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. This episode is dedicated to Kara's screenwriting professor - Michael Boynton - as he impacted Kara's interest in the play. However, Ciara has her own feelings and you can find out all about that by joining our conversation!
We are discussiing a very quotable mustache in this episode. Come join us as we talk about Agatha Christie's Murder or the Orient Express - one of the Hercule Poriot mysteries.
We are going Into the Woods and out of the woods and will have you home before dark (depending on when you listen to the episode). Digging into the Sondheim musical that blends a few different fairy tales together and sends you on an adventure.
We're going back to Hogwarts with Ciara's favorite Harry Potter book - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Join us as we fight dragons, dive into the black lake, and run into an ever changing maze.
It's time to kick off SEASON TWO! We're hoping in with Kara's favorite Austen novel, Northanger Abbey. Come along with us as we tour some meta gothic lit!
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SHOW NOTES
You Can't Unwatch It: 1987 vs. 2007
- Pt. 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vjdu9xwyRAw
- Pt. 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPQKxi5OSVk
- Pt. 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSjAfI-Nm6A
- Pt. 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpYWCbpLGkU
Northanger Abbey by Val McDermid
- Kara's Vlog Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42mapW1w0sM
- Kara's Blog Review - https://www.imaginationnerd.com/post/2015/01/25/northanger-abbey-val-mcderemid-novel
Cate Morland Chronicles
- Ep. 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obnzb6sHXtY
- Mysteries of Udolpho Clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0IlSVev60M
- Kara's Blog - https://www.imaginationnerd.com/post/2016/09/18/web-series-cate-morland-chronicles-part-1
We are going on a journey where Greek Life meets Greek Life. Join us as we discuss Pantheon Univerity - a place where the Greek gods & goddesses come together and through one interesting party.
We're diving into Julie Murphy's Dumplin' in this episode. We definitely have lots of thoughts on this. If you'd like to continue the conversation with us, you can find us on tumblr and instagram!
We are going back to Hogwarts with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban! Join us as we walk through the book and movie together and discuss how it was adapted.
We're diving into Shipwrecked Comedy's Edgar Alan Poe's Murder Mystery Invite Only, Casual Dinner Party/Gala for Friends Potluck. Come join us for an evening of fun and possibly murder?
Today is a another book only episode - diving into A Great & Terrible Beauty by Libba Bray.
Happy Hunger Games! We are diving into the first book of the trilogy by Suzanne Collins. Join us as we discuss the book, the movie, and a few other things that we felt connected.
In this episode we dive into the realm of comic books - specifically Captain America. We discuss what we know of the comics in relation to Captain America: The First Avenger.
We're jumping into the Millenium Falcon and heading off to a galaxy far far away into the would of Star Wars: A New Hope through Alexandra Bracken's The Princess, The Scoundrel, and The Farmboy.
Join us as we dive in to the 2nd published book in The Chonicles of Narnia series - Prince Caspian.
We're diving into one of John Green's beloved novels - The Fault in Our Stars. Come join the conversation about this novel and movie that are definitely not about cancer.
We have brought Shakespeare back for another conversation! We are diving into our favorite of his plays - Much Ado About Nothing. Join us for the journey and share your thoughts with us on tumblr!
Welcome back to the world of Jane Austen! We're tackling Austen's Emma today which includes both 1996 adaptations, the 2009, 2014, & the 2020.
We're diving into the first of Ashley Poston's Once Upon a Con series - Geekerella. See what we think about the novel and how it handles fandom culture and famous people.
Today we dive into one of Shakespeare's tragedies - Romeo & Juliet. Come join the conversation as we talk about the play and a few of the adaptations (mostly one) that have come from it.
Today is the first of many episodes on The Chronicles of Narnia series. First up - The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe. We tackle all four adaptations as best we can - come join the conversation!
We're talking about Louisa May Alcott's Little Women - the adaptations from 1994 to 2019!
We are discussing The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society today! We are covering the novel and the Netflix adaptation - which feels so light compared to the other titles we've done so far, but is fun nonetheless!
We are wrapping up our "Pride & Prejudice" chat. Thanks for sticking with us through 3 episodes of "Pride & Prejudice"! This is covering the last 50 episodes of the Lizzie Bennet Diaries.
We are continuing the "Pride & Prejudice" conversation! We are diving into the Lizzie Bennet Diaries!
We're talking about Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice - specifically the 1995 & 2005 adaptations.
It's the first of many Harry Potter episodes! We're just covering the first two books in the series and the movies that go with them.
We're talking about Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. We're walking through the 1985 mini series and webseries "Green Gables Fables".