Mages of the Air: Recent Episodes
Mages of the Air
On Mages of the Air, hosts Tracy and Caitie read through Tamora Pierce’s books, both the Tortall Universe and The Circle Universe, with commentary, comedy, and care. Life-long Tammy-fans, both hosts share about their own journeys to and through these books, as well as how Tammy has inspired them in the real world. With Tea-of-the-Week, Recommended Reading, and too much talk about our own animal friends, Mages of the Air has something for all fans; young, young-at-heart, long-term readers, and new converts are welcome here!
This is an appropriate title for the episode and the chapter! Daine meets new friends and we enjoy some long distance fun with our own. Check out conversations about ogres, animal voices and some dice rolling!
Episode 13 brings the discovery of Marmots, non-verbal communication, and Squirrely Shenanigans.
Join us in chapters 4 and 5 as meet new characters, discover new monsters, and navigate pack politics.
Strap in and join us for chapters 2 and 3 of Wolf-Speaker. We take a look at Tamora Pierce's vivid description of environmental destruction and reflect upon it in our own world.
In episode 10, meet the newest member of our podcast pack with the introduction of Aaron, our first guest reader. We will look at and discuss Daine's growth, Tamora Pierce's way with description and how un-animal the animals in this book are with possible reasons why.
This week on Mages of the Air, Tracy interviews a fellow horse owner and past trainer about the human features and training of horses, as well as, what it is like to own a horse in the modern world.
Episode 8 wraps up the end of Wild Magic. In this Mini Mages episode we discuss the epilogue and our favorite moments of the the book, as well as, answering some other questions.
It's here! It's finally here! We have reached the climax of the book. Swim with us as we describe the origin of the terrible Kraken, the ethics of whales and the tragedy of loss.
The discussion of chapter 9 takes a deep dive into the matters of the mind and heart as we break down some crucial moments of the end of the book. We look at relationships between characters, growth, and the potential to come, not only in the world of Tortal, but in our own as well.
In episode 5 of Mages of the Air, check in as we discuss Jason Momoa, how meditating can be dangerous and insecurities that never really go away. This week we will cover chapters 7 and 8 of Tamora Pierce's book, Wild Magic, while drinking lovely tea from Seattle, Washington.
In our 2nd episode with Wild Magic, we cover chapters 5 and 6, learn of magelets and wild magic, and only gush a little over the wonderful Numair! We promise! It's only a little. Join us while we talk education, diversity and the importance of tea.
Returning to our regularly scheduled program, we begin to look at Wild Magic. We cover horses, having magic, but not the gift, and Daine. This is a whirlwind of an episode as we get our book reviews started with a sprint.
The mages read "Briar's book" in light of COVID-19, thank health care professionals and others with essential jobs, and debate if magic would help or hurt during the Corona Virus crisis.
The mages pop in with a quick update during the time of the COVID-19 / Corona Crisis, talking tips on surviving isolation with your family, Tammy-inspired activities for social distancing, lighthearted conversation, and some thoughts on coping with anxiety as well.
Meet the Mages as we kick off the all-Tamora Pierce all the time podcast! How did we meet Tammy? Why do we love these books? Why do you love them too?