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Molly Marjorie, ND Jones, Britni Nunez, Goodwin Gifford
Friends and fantasy lovers, Britni, ND, Goodwin and Molly, invite listeners to an intimate coffee shop setting where they dissect Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events chapter by chapter. From reader to superfan to secret society member, they provide their own analyses and insights, ultimately using the text to uncover secret messages in their own lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Legal Library--The Bad Beginning Ch. 7

The Legal Library--The Bad Beginning Ch. 7

Marjorie shares about booksmugglers, ND rants about pirates, Goodwin shares his love of books, and nobody likes the Hook-handed man.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27:1718/11/2024
The Perilous Play--The Bad Beginning Ch. 6

The Perilous Play--The Bad Beginning Ch. 6

Goodwin quotes The Princess Bride, Brtini compares Snickett and Pierce's affinity for defining familiar words, ND reveals a deep dark secret, and Marjorie gets started on looking for clues about VFD.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:5510/11/2024
Mulctuary Money Mangement--The Bad Beginning Ch. 5

Mulctuary Money Mangement--The Bad Beginning Ch. 5

Marjorie considers the Baudelaire's choice in friends, Goodwin considers the trustworthiness of certain banks, and ND and Britni consider how good we are at listening.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:5503/11/2024
Pasta Putanesca--The Bag Beginning Ch. 4

Pasta Putanesca--The Bag Beginning Ch. 4

Britni talks escapism, Marjorie delves into linguistics, and ND explains to Goodwin why Big Vegetable is lying to you.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23:1427/10/2024
The Beautiful Bedroom--The Bad Beginning Ch.3

The Beautiful Bedroom--The Bad Beginning Ch.3

Britni, ND, Marjorie, and Goodwin try to make the best of a bad situation.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23:4914/10/2024
The Swift Switcharoo--The Bad Beginning Ch. 2

The Swift Switcharoo--The Bad Beginning Ch. 2

Britni and Marjorie discuss the importance of mourning, Goodwin speaks ill of the dead (and the British), and ND rails about Count Olaf's hygiene.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25:2207/10/2024
The Perished Parents--The Bad Beginning Ch. 1

The Perished Parents--The Bad Beginning Ch. 1

On this, the anniversay of the Baudelaire fire, we, as Lemony Snicket, are forced to recount to Series of Unfortunate Events that would plague the three children known here as Violet, Klaus, and Sunny.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:0529/09/2024
The Auspicious Opening--A Series of Unfortunate Events

The Auspicious Opening--A Series of Unfortunate Events

We unveil a new series, new host, new art, and new music! Join us as we embark on A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket.Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at [email protected]. Music by Aleksey Chistilin. Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:3623/09/2024
Vehemently Feisty Daughters

Vehemently Feisty Daughters

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00:2118/09/2024
The Garden of Prosperpine

The Garden of Prosperpine

In preparation for our upcoming season, Marjorie reads "The Garden of Prosperpine" by Algernon Charles Swineburn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04:0011/09/2024
The Tangential Episode

The Tangential Episode

We've finished reading the Circle of Magic! We will return on September 22 with a different series. In the meantime, enjoy these outtakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:1706/08/2024
Coming Full Circle--CoM series recap

Coming Full Circle--CoM series recap

We meet one final time... to discuss the Circle of Magic. Reading Circle Temple will return in September 2024 with a new series.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:5830/07/2024
The Final Four... Three--Circle Reforged Recap

The Final Four... Three--Circle Reforged Recap

We take one final look at our favorite characters from the last three books and discuss what may have made a better "circle reforged quartet."As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:4614/07/2024
A Thirst for Battle--Battle Magic Recap

A Thirst for Battle--Battle Magic Recap

Our first face-to-face episode since season 1! Britni complains about the lack of death, Marjorie and Goodwin debate the ending, and ND argues for the sake of argument.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:5608/07/2024
Welcome to the Secret Chat: A Soul-Crushing Hope

Welcome to the Secret Chat: A Soul-Crushing Hope

Recorded back in January, ND gives their first impressions of Battle Magic. Plus: pacing, hope, escapism, and some other book reccomendations.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:00:0907/07/2024
Bad Wrap--Battle Magic Ch. 24-25

Bad Wrap--Battle Magic Ch. 24-25

We argue about reading order and just how satisfying (or not satisfying) the end of the Circle of Magic is.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:3317/06/2024
Picking at Nits--Battle Magic Ch. 23

Picking at Nits--Battle Magic Ch. 23

Marjorie, Britni, and Goodwin discuss the logistics of the final battle, who the traitor is, and what they'll do with their lives when the series is over.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41:1311/06/2024
Everything is Fine--Battle Magic Ch. 22

Everything is Fine--Battle Magic Ch. 22

We discuss just how awful this chapter is and whether or not we will ever know joy again.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:2902/06/2024
Varieties of Magic--Battle Magic Ch. 21

Varieties of Magic--Battle Magic Ch. 21

History rhymes as the Reading Circle Dedicates open the episode with a bath scene. Also, Luvo's attempts to cheer Evvy, Briar as a horny teenager, and Goodwin's notes on retaliation.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:3127/05/2024
Battle Tactics--Battle Magic Ch. 20

Battle Tactics--Battle Magic Ch. 20

Marjorie, Britni, and Goodwin discuss Luvo's bloodbending abilities, why morale is important, and how we take care of each other.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:4713/05/2024
Throwback--Battle Magic Ch. 19

Throwback--Battle Magic Ch. 19

Marjorie, ND, and Britni rejoice as everyone reunites and take a break before preparing for the next big battle.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:0306/05/2024
We Contain Multitudes--Passover 2024

We Contain Multitudes--Passover 2024

A passover special in which Marjorie, Britni, and ND discuss the 4 children of Passover and the 4 children of the Circle of Magic. Find Torah Smash's episode on the four children here.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:2229/04/2024
Yak Volcanoes--Battle Magic Ch. 18

Yak Volcanoes--Battle Magic Ch. 18

We debate mushroom pancakes, Marjorie's fangirl buttons are pushed, and a five chapter reference slowly dawns on all of us.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46:0324/04/2024
The Tears are Real--Battle Magic Ch. 17

The Tears are Real--Battle Magic Ch. 17

In this episode, Marjorie and Goodwin discuss battle tactics, why Jimut is the GOAT, Ghandi's letter to Hitler, and Harry Turtledove's response to it.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55:3914/04/2024
Way Too Early

Way Too Early

This week, we're taking a break from Battle Magic to discuss Adam Mansbach's picture book for adults, Go the Fuck to Sleep.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:5701/04/2024
Big Feelings--Battle Magic Ch. 16

Big Feelings--Battle Magic Ch. 16

In this episode, ND remarks why cats are jerks, Goodwin is suspicious of Big Milk, Marjorie quotes Danya Ruttenberg, and Britni gets personal.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:5025/03/2024
Weeping Willows--Battle Magic Ch. 15

Weeping Willows--Battle Magic Ch. 15

In this episode, we discuss grieving, weird animals, fairytales, and Rosethorn's birthname. Plus, Goodwin makes a new friend.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41:1917/03/2024
Rag and Bone--Battle Magic Ch. 14

Rag and Bone--Battle Magic Ch. 14

In this episode, ND and Goodwin warn you not to talk to the cops, Britni looks for a bright moment in a world of darkness, and Marjorie references books no one else has read.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:5711/03/2024
Speaking of Dead Things--Battle Magic Ch. 13

Speaking of Dead Things--Battle Magic Ch. 13

In this episode, Goodwin and Britni ask for advice impressing a naga queen, ND gives us a lesson on sky burial, and Molly changes her name.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:3204/03/2024
Preparation--Battle Magic Ch. 12

Preparation--Battle Magic Ch. 12

In this episode, we take a break with a short chapter to prepare for the horrors yet to come.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23:2426/02/2024
Attempts at Adulting--Battle Magic Ch. 11

Attempts at Adulting--Battle Magic Ch. 11

In this episode, ND needs to visit the doctor, Goodwin kisses his homies goodnight, Britni views the glass half-full, and Molly sings the Lion King.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:0623/02/2024
Extended Disarming--Battle Magic Ch. 10

Extended Disarming--Battle Magic Ch. 10

In this episode, ND returns, Molly gets tongue-tied, Goodwin is excited about battle, and Britni finds all the cutest moments.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
52:4114/02/2024
Arrowdynamics--Battle Magic Ch. 9

Arrowdynamics--Battle Magic Ch. 9

In this episode, Goodwin gets very excited about battle while Molly and Britni fail to find themes.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:2105/02/2024
Disguises--Battle Magic Ch. 8

Disguises--Battle Magic Ch. 8

In this episode, we discuss what happens when the world starts falling apart.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46:3029/01/2024
For the Love of Cats--Battle Magic Ch. 7

For the Love of Cats--Battle Magic Ch. 7

In this episode, Briar and Evvy are siblings and Britni relates. Also, Molly and Goodwin want their own cat fences.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:2822/01/2024
Guards Up, Guards Down--Battle Magic Ch. 6

Guards Up, Guards Down--Battle Magic Ch. 6

In this epsiode, Molly, Britni, and Goodwin discuss the importance of keeping your guard up and not getting complacent (lest you lose your slaves).As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:2716/01/2024
Deleted Scenes II

Deleted Scenes II

We've been really busy in the new year, so these are some "deleted scenes." Remember to check out our socials about how to win our last Emelan sacred reading kit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09:3110/01/2024
Remarks on New Years Resolutions

Remarks on New Years Resolutions

Molly reads Mallory Everheart's "Remarks on Food as Fuel."Check out our socials to learn how you can win our first 2024 sacred reading kit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03:2701/01/2024
Cats, Long Life, and Dangerous Things--Battle Magic Ch. 5

Cats, Long Life, and Dangerous Things--Battle Magic Ch. 5

In this episode, ND, Goodwin, and Molly discuss why cats are demons, just how messed up Emperor Weishu is, and whether or not burning down the rose garden was a challenge to Rosethorn.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:3426/12/2023
Know What You Don't Know--Battle Magic Ch. 4

Know What You Don't Know--Battle Magic Ch. 4

In this episode, we talk about protection, perfection, and falsehoods. Plus, how badly we think Yanjing will regret underestimating ambient mages.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42:4718/12/2023
Reading Circle Starts a Fashion Show--Battle Magic Ch. 3

Reading Circle Starts a Fashion Show--Battle Magic Ch. 3

In this episode, we configure a new way to solve the conflict between Weishu and Berenene. Plus, we have nice things to say about Namorn's empress?As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46:3712/12/2023
Army Viewing--Battle Magic Ch. 2

Army Viewing--Battle Magic Ch. 2

In this episode we discuss just how much we're leaning about Emperor Weishu based on his armies and his slaves.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:4604/12/2023
War is All Hell--Battle Magic Ch. 1

War is All Hell--Battle Magic Ch. 1

In this episode, we discuss the unique worldbuilding of Gyonxe, how likely it is that Dokyi will betray everyone, and just how real Battle Magic feels right now.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:1127/11/2023
How to be a Good Person--Melting Stones Recap

How to be a Good Person--Melting Stones Recap

In this episode, Molly can't remember Noori's name, Goodwin professes his love of Luvo, Britni hopes to see the gang back together, and ND admits to being a literary snob.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:3014/11/2023
The Time Machine Tangents

The Time Machine Tangents

We're taking a break this week, so enjoy these outtakes from some past seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:2806/11/2023
Halloween Spooky Special

Halloween Spooky Special

Molly, ND, and Goodwin join Molly's husband to discuss some of their favorite scary (and not so scary) stories.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Episode photo courtesy of Molly's students. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:03:2402/11/2023
Welcome to the Secret Chat: Shop Talk

Welcome to the Secret Chat: Shop Talk

In this episode, ND and Molly talk about Melting Stones, writing, and RPGs.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:00:5623/10/2023
Mules and Kittens--Melting Stones Ch. 22

Mules and Kittens--Melting Stones Ch. 22

In this episode, we continue to debate Noori, we crack the ghostwriter code, and we reveal what true Disney crossover Melting Stones is.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:5016/10/2023
Small Joys--Melting Stones Ch. 21

Small Joys--Melting Stones Ch. 21

In this episode, we debate how harsh Rosethorn is, discuss whether or not Evvy is OP, and take time to be present.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
52:4009/10/2023
Don't Look Back--Melting Stones Ch. 20

Don't Look Back--Melting Stones Ch. 20

In this episode, we worry for Miriamm, argue over whose to blame, and discuss Noori's actions. Also, the sea.As always, thank you Yellowis4happy for our podcast artwork. Find more at yellowis4happydraws on Tumblr or shannonannedraws on Instagram. Also thank you to Thomas Dick for our music. Find more on his Soundcloud page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:2301/10/2023